Welcome to my Humor and Satire Collection: articles that are supposed to be funny.Your challenge is to find one that really makes you laugh, then forward it to a friend to share the laughter.
Here they are, my humorous stories in no particular order (which is also kind of funny, don’t you think?)
The Art of Kissing
Kissing is the world’s favorite participation sport. Find out why.
Hotel Jokes Haunt My Nightmares
I used to lie awake in a lot of hotel rooms. Now I still lie awake remembering them.
Help with statistics
So many statistics. So many truths. Which ones are just stories?
An adventure in facial hair
See what happens when I grow a funny beard.
It’s a Sick Household
We do things as a family. That’s why we all get sick at once.
Vitamin Supplements in a Liquid World
It’s a worldwide liquidation, from soap to vitamins.
I am a Grinch
Funny how, by NOT wanting a present, I am a Grinch. That’s what I call humor.
What?!? No Bananas?
Find out how bananas and traffic both cast a glimpse of how expectations affect our happiness.
Hippo Rage (controlling rage)
Give up all hope of anger management when face to face with “hippo rage”.
That’s the Christmas Spirit
Is there a wrong way to keep the Christmas spirit all year long?
A Bad Hairdresser Day
Why are hairdressers never held accountable for baldness growing in their care?
How NOT to Stop Bad Breathby David Leonhardt
There is a right way and a wrong way to stop bad breath. Guess which is funnier.
Flea Market-ing Lessons
Just what did The Happy Guy learn selling his books at the flea market?
My Career as a Hermit
Writers, stay-at-home parents and online marketing geeks – stories of a hermit.
The Pajamas Fashion Primer
If you work from home, you’ll need this fashion primer.
Work-from-home Office Policies
Why should “office workers” have all the fun? This is your policy manual for the home office.
Aging Gracefully (You’re How Old?!?)
Discover the shocking truth about aging gracefully, now and in the past.
Tiger and the Three Pigs (improving self-esteem)
A modern-day fairy tale about improving self-esteem, self-image and self-actualization.
Country Living Explained
City folk just don’t ‘get’ the country. Funny, this story won’t help one bit.
Hurry Up and procrastinate
Three cheers for the last minute … may it rest in peace.
Grassophobia
We can learn about overcoming our own fears by watching children overcome theirs.
Give generously and sleep better
Givers sleep better at night, right? Or do they?
Sharing The Happy Jar
A little extra effort can make a big difference. Make it personal.
Cleaned Up or Cleaned Out?
Wrestle with the anguishing question of when to give and when to protect yourself.
When Mother Comes to Visit
Just when Mom comes to visit, the house looks like a hurricane wandered through.
By Now, I’m a Expert at Memory Loss
Memory loss is common as we age, but The Happy Guy has discovered a surprising cause.
Painful Lessons from the Maternity Ward (our child-birth story)
Where has all the humor in childbirth gone? This is a funny story…honest!
How to tell if you are a literary snob
A humorous look at titles, status and self-actualization stories.
Mr. Cheapie’s Frugal Dining Tips
Learn how to save big money eating out at restaurants.
Mr. Cheapie’s Frugal Shopping Tips
Learn how to save big money while shopping.
Investing as a Sport
A humorous look at what the bears and bulls do to reduce our daily joy.
Foolproof Customer Service Strategies
A humorous story about customer service strategies that can’t possibly work.
Home of the Year
Discover what it takes to have the Home of the Year.
Unique Gift Ideas for the 21st Century
Before buying anybody a facelift for their birthday, read this!
The Surprising Value of Vultures
Humor: Even vultures have value.
My Book Contains “No Artificial Growth Hormones”
Satire: The Happy Guy wants to copy a biotech giant to hit it big.
Plastic Recycling Confusionby David Leonhardt
Why is it so hard to simply pollute a little less?
Happiness is … recycling dirty diapers
There’s more than one way to be happy in harmony with the environment.
Silver Linings Are Everywhere
A satirical look at the true story of how Viagra is helping the environment.
Extreme Fatigue Perpetuitis
Half humor, half deadly serious: learn about extreme fatigue.
The Official Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe for Parenting
Having trouble following a recipe while parenting? This recipe is tailor-made for you.
Top Ten Tools for Writing Humor
Want to write a humor column? Here are ten tips from a humor columnist.
Squish, Climb, Splash: A Family Adventure Vacation
Humorous stories from vacationland.
Tearing Down The House
Learn the importance of time management through this home improvement project.
The Secret Weapon to Beat SARS
Find out how reducing stress can help you defeat disease and illness.
Leadership Secrets from Foreign Penguins
Want self-actualization success? Learn how six penguins achieved their goals using team leadership.
Beware radical mint enthusiasts
Jelly Beans and Toothpaste battle it out for flavor superiority.
No Happiness Without Patience
Instant gratification is out. Patience is in…and so are cavemen, in this humorous lesson.
Thank you for visiting The Happy Guy’s Humor and Satire Collection. We love to share our joy with others.
