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• Hamburglar Reprise
  by George Alger
  November 1, 2026
  The man, dressed in a well-worn tweed jacket, placed the empty clamshell burger container on the counter. “I’d like a refund.” The manager, Brenda, was less patient today. “Really? Again? But you ate it!” “It was the only one I had.” “You know we don’t offer refunds on something that no longer exists.” “Well, if…
• Six Ways To Know You’re Dead
  by George Alger
  October 1, 2026
  In this day and age, with so much strife and division in the world, it’s not too much of a stretch to wonder if we’re all heading toward extinction. When that will happen is anyone’s guess. But you and I will die before then. It’s as routine as being born. However, regarding our own fate,…
• Obligation
  by George Alger
  September 1, 2026
  “Obligation.” The term had weight. Meaning. It had always represented an honored principle. But in recent years, its sway, at least regarding social circumstances, had grown tenuous. As Phil debated attending the funeral, it weighed heavier than ever. He pictured the inevitable eulogies: “Such a kind soul,” “Always willing to lend a hand,” “A pillar…
• Grandma Speedy
  by George Alger
  August 1, 2026
  “Ma’am, do you know why I pulled you over?” “Speeding.” Shirley paused and then emphasized, “Again.” The policeman said nothing. “Officer, I’m sure you get a lot of lame excuses about not deserving a ticket. But I do.” “Ma’am, I’m not sure I understand.” “It’s simple,” the woman took a breath. “It’s not that I’m…
• Work: Late Again
  by George Alger
  July 1, 2026
  Despite the rain, I was having a perfectly fine day. And then I got out of bed. (More on that in a moment). The secret to my success — when I can accomplish it — is sleeping through my alarm clock. (Full disclosure: sometimes I cheat by “forgetting” to set it). Anyway, I awoke to…