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Category Archives: Humor
The Superbowl for Non-Sports-Fans
Throwback Thursday Done Right
I wonder if Dad needed an ambulance after that one. BoneBowl
We’ve all heard about families recreating decades-old photos as a gag, but these three brothers and their dad have done such an epic job of it, everyone else should now stop. Continue reading
Etsomnia™ Volume XXVII: Be My Valentine?
Happy Valentine’s Day! Here’s an edible baby! This listing claims it’s “the Perfect I LOVE you gift for your love one.” If your “love one” is the witch from Hansel & Gretel, maybe.
Et·som·ni·a (/etˈsämnēə/), noun, 1. a sleep disorder caused by obsessive Etsy browsing. 2. the surprising arrival of weird handmade merchandise ordered when one is only half conscious. (True story.)
Happy Thursday! It’s time for a Very Special Episode of Etsomnia! Continue reading
Old Jews Telling Jokes
Cartoon by Eric Molinsky)
After Saturday’s tear jerker, I figured we could all use a laugh. Continue reading
Do the Carlton!
Remember Carlton?
Since I accidentally hit “publish” at 12:01 this morning, I thought maybe a bonus post was in order. Continue reading
Etsomnia™ Volume XXVI: Individual Results May Vary
Oh, no! You’re all dressed for your wedding but you just realized your bladder is full! What to do? Have no fear. Etsy to the rescue!
Et·som·ni·a (/etˈsämnēə/), noun, 1. a sleep disorder caused by obsessive Etsy browsing. 2. the surprising arrival of weird handmade merchandise ordered when one is only half conscious. (True story.)
Has this ever happened to you?
Etsomnia™ Volume XXV: Vintage With a Vengance!
I went looking for the ugliest vintage lamp on Etsy, and when I saw this thing, I knew my search was over. $85 “Rustic” fish lamp.
Et·som·ni·a (/etˈsämnēə/), noun, 1. a sleep disorder caused by obsessive Etsy browsing. 2. the surprising arrival of weird handmade merchandise ordered when one is only half conscious. (True story.)
Vin·tage /ˈvin-tij/ noun. 1. a period in which something was made or was begun. 2. your old crap which you manage to sell to someone else. See also Garbage.
Employees of the Month
“Timoclea uccide il capitano di Alessandro Magno” by Elisabetta Sirani
Although I no longer have the opportunity, office shenanigans were something my friends and I used to thoroughly enjoy. And we were pretty good at it, too. Continue reading
Etsomnia™ Volume XXIV: Decoupage Madness
Decoupaged “Reimagined Stiletto Boot Handbag” whose maker suffers from a slight Pat Benatar fetish.
Et·som·ni·a (/etˈsämnēə/), noun, 1. a sleep disorder caused by obsessive Etsy browsing. 2. the surprising arrival of weird handmade merchandise ordered when one is only half conscious. (True story.)
De·cou·page (/dāko͞oˈpäZH/), noun, 1. the art or craft of decorating objects with paper cut-outs. 2. gluing junk on other junk.
Thursday is Etsomnia day! (I really feel like that needs a jingle. Don’t you think?)
Save the Date
At least the cat people aren’t without a sense of humor. I Could Pee on This cat calendar
I think the objects with which you surround yourself can impact your mental state. That’s why I believe something as ubiquitous as your calendar can have a real effect on your day.
Etsomnia™ Volume XXIII: Upcycled?!?
A mere $6,279.04 will put this “upcycled” entry mirror near your door. I’m guessing it’s intended to scare away visitors.
Et·som·ni·a (/etˈsämnēə/), noun, 1. a sleep disorder caused by obsessive Etsy browsing. 2. the surprising arrival of weird handmade merchandise ordered when one is only half conscious. (True story.)
Happy New Year! It’s time for the first Etsomnia of 2015!
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MyOBT’s Greatest Hits of 2014!
Hello, lovelies. Quite a few readers have joined us in the last couple of months, so in case their binge-reading time was limited (and to amuse myself), I thought I’d post a few self-styled greatest hits. Continue reading
Raggle, the Amazing Christmas Costume Dog:
Raggle 2014
Downton Abbey: the Sitcom?
Every year, ITV chooses a number of UK-based charities to be the beneficiaries of their Text Santa campaign. But they don’t just ask for money. They work for it. Continue reading
Ugly Christmas Sweaters, Move Over!
Etsomnia™ Volume XXII: A Leg to Stand On
Unless you’re married to a cop, I don’t recommend wearing these on a date. (I bought three pairs.) By Komawo
Et·som·ni·a (/etˈsämnēə/), noun, 1. a sleep disorder caused by obsessive Etsy browsing. 2. the surprising arrival of weird handmade merchandise ordered when one is only half conscious. (True story.)
I decided that Etsy critique didn’t feel right on Christmas day, so Etsomnia day is coming a little early this week!
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Bonus Friday-Before-Christmas Post: Monks’ Hallelujah!
Since this has been around since 2008, I can’t imagine that there are too many people who haven’t seen it. I typically post it on Facebook every Christmas, and after rewatching it on my commute this morning and remembering just how brilliant it is, I thought it was worth a share.
These are high school students. HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS. With a great imagination. Behold ths Silent Monks Christmas Show.
Kindergarten Critic
I don’t usually post updates to previous blogs, but this one needed mentioning. Iain Armitage, the brilliant (very) young theater critic I wrote about in July is really taking off, and I wanted to share his inevitable ascent to stardom with you all. Continue reading
Etsomnia™ Volume XXI: Hold that Pose!
et·som·ni·a (/etˈsämnēə/), noun, 1. a sleep disorder caused by obsessive Etsy browsing. 2. the surprising arrival of weird handmade merchandise ordered in one’s sleep.
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