Attribution: Missouri Historical Society , Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
By Bill Stokes
Kickass, the doorstop dog, consults with Badass Badger for the best way to contend with a day that includes news and photos of starving children, the narcissistic outrageousness of abusive pedophiles, fresh war casualties, celebrity nonsense, the price of eggs, cheerful messages from grandchildren, totally offensive bull—from politicians, an encouraging medical report, an overcast sky, TV ads on behalf of emaciated dogs, lunch with friends and ………
“ENOUGH!” Badass Badger shouts. “You are experiencing LIFE and you know what the alternative is! So shut up and drink your coffee and be thankful it is not Koolade! Not yet anyway.
“Find a ‘Silver Badger’ like Phyllis and give her a kiss. It will make you feel better at least until the evening newscasts.
