The Hapless Times
Ed MaussStories that prove any clod can muddle through life.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Only free issues | Publishes | Weekly |
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| Issues | 76 | Founded | a year ago | Last Issue | 8 days ago |
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The time a young man made a bad choice his marriage proposal setting
Sometimes it’s better to play it safe at certain moments in life. Sure, it might be adventurous for a Caucasian family to drive through South Central L.A. in their Volvo while honking and waving, but spontaneity is overrated. The problem is...
The time an overconfident aunt found herself in the pits of babysitting hell
Not long ago, Kristy J. of Austin, Texas was convinced her sister was a martyr because she often complained how tough it was to look after her three-year-old son, Damon.
“He’s so adorable!” Kristy would exclaim to her sister. “It should be...
The time a traffic stop went from bad to worse for a woman with no backup plan
If Mr. Magoo were married, Sara F. of Santa Rosa, Calif. would be his wife. It’s a miracle she survives her daily commute, or that she hasn’t flattened anyone.
“Don’t ask me how I got my license,” says Sara. “I think the man who conducted...
The time a naked man learned the consequences of a playful cat
Calling in sick to work makes David S., of Mission Viejo, Calif., a bit uncomfortable. “No matter how legitimate my illness is, I always feel like my boss thinks I’m lying,” says David.
But on one occasion David had a valid reason, but he...
The time Chuckie the parakeet had a day that really sucked
Friends of Gladys S., of Murray, Utah, were relieved when she opted to get a pet parakeet instead of a dog or cat. They consider her a sweet gal — bless her nearly 90-year-old heart — but a bit scatterbrained. They shuddered to think of poo...
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