From the monthly archives:

November 2007

Hello Comma readers, this is Camille. My husband Brent usually does the writing around here but he’s “busy” right now.

In fact, he’s been busy a lot lately, especially for someone that until recently was only working part time. But he’s working now, and between his new job, finals, and the upcoming concert, he says he’s feeling a little “overwhelmed.”

Clearly, he’s never been a mother…

Hot Comma Momma and the Tired Guy ~ the Ominous Comma

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Therapy Time with Doctor Harold Toboggans

Resistant – By Doctor Toboggans

by Brent on November 28, 2007

in Fiction

Carping Diem
Like a linguine infusion, Doctor Toboggans is cloging your capillaries, filling the vacant spaces of your mind. On the positive side, I’m sure you’ll be quite proud of all the records you’ve set in pasta circulation.

Doctor Harold Toboggans-funny psychology gone badly wrong

Today’s auspicious observation…

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In today’s uncertain political climate, with the threat of terrorism coming in a wide spectrum of designer colors, it is more important than ever to be prepared for any eventuality. That’s why top experts like myself recommend never leaving your home without the safety and security of a properly worn necktie…

Threat Level: Tacky ~ the Ominous Comma

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Black Friday Injury Avoidance

by Brent on November 23, 2007

in Fiction

I just got off the phone with the Surgeon General, calling to remind me yet again about the hazards of mixing triptaphen and rapid humoron influx.

He actually called for Doctor Toboggans, who is presently in Istanbul, visiting the Istan Mystics, the only people equipped to handle the doctor’s extended presence due to their highly developed spiritual disciplines, which include a strict diet of acetylene roasted chitlins and sleeping on a bed of nail-polish chips…

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Therapy Time with Doctor Harold Toboggans

Duplicate – From Doctor Harold Toboggans

by Brent on November 21, 2007

in Fiction

Carping Diem:
Like a lingering illness, Doctor Harold Toboggans, is working his way through your system. Although it’s far too late to induce vomiting, a laxative and OSHA approved hearing protection are highly recommended

Doctor Harold Toboggans-droll and funny psychology humor

Today’s entry of encouragement…

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People sometimes ask me how long it takes to write these posts, and I always give the same truthful answer:

Too long.

I really don’t want to boast for more than a couple hundred words or so, but the work of a serious humorist is not easy, it requires persistence, dedication, and obscene quantities of coffee.

And once you make it out of bed, it gets even more challenging…

The Sad Family Barely Holding Themsleves Together ~ the Ominous Comma

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