Sure beats a kidney stone!
Everyone needs to have a kidney stone once in his or her lifetime. Preferably, the sooner the better. You see, experiencing the sensation of having a semi tractor-trailer with snow …
Top ten things I (Jim) am giving up for Lent
If have in my right hand, direct from my home office, today’s category: Top ten things I (Jim) am giving up for Lent 10. Kidney stones 9. Sushi 8. “Reality” …
The Twitter Bible
I was a bit skeptical when, in 1982, Reader’s Digest offered The Holy Bible as one of its condensed books. The Eight Commandments? The ten disciples? The Last Snack? (Actually, …
The Proverbs 32 Man
This just in! Archaeologist discovers long-lost “Proverbs 32 Man” passage. I am pleased to post this exclusive excerpt just in time for Father’s Day: Who can find a virtuous man, …
Top ten things I learned from cancer
October 2008 It’s been nearly six months since my doctor sat Lois and me down in his office, somberly looked through his manila folder and announced, “Well, the bad news …
Yep, I’m intolerant
I’m coming out of the politically-correct closet and announcing, “Yep! I’m intolerant!” Watch or read For instance, do you really want to go to an “open-minded” doctor with signs in …
Top ten things you won’t hear at commencement
Ever since Pebbles and Bam Bam graduated from Bedrock High, commencement speakers have been telling the crowd of cap and gowns to work for world peace, follow its dreams, and …
James Watkins: Infrequently-asked questions
Photo: “Evil Jim,” professional intergender wrestler, gets clothes-lined by “Evil Cat” You can get all the regular—and boring—FAQs at Jim’s bio, but here are some questions you’ve never even thought …
Top ten reasons I’m not divorcing wife
I have in my right hand, direct from my home office in Corn Borer, Indiana, the Top Ten Reasons I’m Not Divorcing My Wife 10. I don’t want to ever …
Top ten things my mom taught me
I have in my right hand, direct from my home office in Corn Borer, Indiana, today’s category: top ten things my Mom taught me. Actually, there are probably thousands: how …