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My humor pieces at Slackjaw

Folk Music Police Blotter

May 8, 2021 by Mark Ratledge

A caller reported hearing loud acoustic guitar music with off-key, sarcastic lyrics from the brownstone next door. Dispatch sent two officers who were accomplished Thursday night open mic musicians and they reported a domestic dispute but did not see the need to request backup singers at the time. The officers convinced the couple to sing […]

QAnon Hires an Image Consultant

April 9, 2021 by Mark Ratledge

We can get you back on top as the purveyor of one of the most influential conspiracy theories in the world! Dear Mr. Q, Thank you for your email regarding our services at Pivot Your Life Personal Image Consulting. Our team is well known for creating personal and professional images that take our clients to the […]

Cowboy Social Distancing

April 1, 2021 by Mark Ratledge

We like to keep everything at a distance, like other people, our feelings, and places that have too many tall buildings. Well pardner, out here on the wide, western prairie, I’ve been hearing the news about how important social distancing is. These are hard times, and due to get harder, and I’m just an old […]

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