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    NFC rankings: Do Vikings deserve to be No. 1?  Nov 7, 2009
    Sonny I was wonderin if I could manage your PR campaign they is a market for your humor and insight. Fred Garvin, male prostitute. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)

    Can't help but Lovett  Nov 7, 2009
    Lyle Lovett is like a hero out of a classic Western: He's simple and placid on the surface, but complex when you settle in and listen to the old-fashioned horse sense and humor that's wrapped into his melodies ... Lyle Lovett is like a hero out of a classic Western: He's simple and placid on the surface, but complex when you settle in and listen to the old-fashioned horse sense and humor that's wrapped into his melodies. (New York Post -- Entertainment)

    Saimi Bergmann: If you love a book, set it free  Nov 7, 2009
    We ve got self-help, reference, humor, history and a smattering of fiction. Hello, my name is Saimi, and I m a bibliophile. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)

    The military man has my respect  Nov 7, 2009
    He will often do twice the work of a civilian, draw half the pay and still find ironic humor in it all. He has seen more suffering and death than he should have in his short lifetime. (L Observateur, LA)

    Ask the pilot  Nov 7, 2009
    Plus: Need a little humor to get you through your long holiday flight. Try SkyMaul. (Salon)

    Obama's Frightening Insensitivity Following Shooting...  Nov 7, 2009
    "Then it should be easy to prove me one. Which none of you right wingers have done. this is why you resort to name calling and insults. I mean really, the fact that a wall post by me has moved you to the point where you are driven to call a total stranger childish names is a testament within itself. and just like our President last November, I continue to emerge victorious. I see that many of you get hurt when I speak of your pagan god George Bush because you all fail to speak on him. I even saw... (The Drudge Report)

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    GameSpy: GameStop Survival Guide - Page 1. GameStop Survival Guide. (IGN PC Games)

    Festival profiles a man who tweaked the system  Nov 7, 2009
    "To take Alcatraz by using militant actions, we would have been wiped out in one day. So we used humor and we got the public on our side. The people could relate to us buying back Alcatraz for $24. It's satire and it's a reversal of history, and the public got it. It was the public that provided the support to carry on with the occupation. It was the public that made it possible to stay on the island for 19 months.". Ferry's documentary covers Nordwall's life from his birth on the Red Lake,... (San Francisco Chronicle)

    How are you faring in this worsening job market?  Nov 7, 2009
    (You have to keep your sense of humor in this job market. If you don t, you ll never get out of bed. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)

    Weekend Guide: Theater  Nov 7, 2009
    ": *** Bill Daugherty's '40s-era musical about the Great Depression seems all too relevant today. Triad Theater, 158 W. 72nd St.; 212-352-3101. "CIRCLE MIRROR TRANSFORMATION": **; Annie Baker's play about an acting class in a community center is ultimately too gentle, but it sports a fantastic ensemble. Watch for Tracee Chimo and Heidi Schreck. Playwrights Horizons' Peter Jay Sharp Theater, 416 W. 42nd St.; 212-279-4200. Closes Nov. 15. "COUNTY OF KINGS": *** The charismatic Lemon Andersen... (New York Post -- Entertainment)

    Beyond the Multiplex  Nov 7, 2009
    So also does the offhand, deceptively casual nature of the filmmaking, which partly veils a subtle and careful blend of humor, romantic loss and existential mystery. A filmmaker universally referred to as "Director Kim" (Kim Joong-rae) drags his nerdy, sycophantic buddy Chang-wook (Kim Tae-woo) along to the beach town, in hopes of breaking his writer's block. (Salon)

    Le robaron su silla de ruedas  Nov 7, 2009
    Ella dijo que Ocampo enfrenta su discapacidad con un sentido de humor que inspira a los dems. Aun con todos los retos que enfrenta, l es la persona ms positiva, dijo Williams. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

    Another Season of “Ovations” Performances for Calaveras this Winter  Nov 7, 2009
    Sunday, March 28 3:00 pm Guthrie's homespun wisdom, gentle humor and majestic music will have you leaving the theatre with not only a song in your heart, but refreshed and invigorated with his own sense of tolerance and optimism. This Land is your Land, Bound for Glory and Hard Travelin will be performed by a regional cast of musicians, singers and actors. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)

    Obituaries, Friday, Nov. 6, 2009  Nov 7, 2009
    Elmers tradition of hard work, his sense of humor and his dedication to family, church, friends and country are a tribute to his life. The family would like to thank Dr. Mark Meyers, the staff at Newburgh Healthcare Center and VNA Charlier Hospice Center for their compassion and caring. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)

    Pride of Dakota Holiday Showcases set to begin  Nov 7, 2009
    Final USDA ruling effective March 16, 2009 Overview & Examples of COOL put together by Rutgers University Humor, health, and good eating. More Country Flavors Recipes from the Midwest. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)

    No place like home: Family remembers Tom Boylan, thanks Montrose  Nov 7, 2009
    The only NY trace left in him was a glimpse now and then in his 'tough guy' humor or mannerisms. Tom and Jean Boylan in 1947. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)

    The goats stared back  Nov 7, 2009
    org, he takes the movies humor with a grain of salt and asserts that his out-of-the-box thinking for his mythical battalion wasnt absurd. If soldiers are telepathic during a firefight, that would be very useful, Channon explains at one point. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

    Questions For Relatives I Don't See Often  Nov 6, 2009
    Shop Talk Brush up on some appropriate workplace jokes and humor at Monster. com. (KERO 23, CA)

    Opening Tonight: 'My Fair Lady'  Nov 6, 2009
    Besides the great British humor and interesting love triangle, My Fair Lady has some of the best music ever written for the stage. Newcomer to Magic Circle Players, Bethany Ward, plays Eliza, with M.A. Smith handling the role of Prof. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)

    READERS' STORIES:  You share 40 years of memories  Nov 6, 2009
    "My 11-year-old son, Kevin, watches every day. My wife, Wanda, and I often sit in his room on the floor and watch it with him. I am amazed at how I am still so entertained by the characters, wit, music and humor. Our favorite Sesame Street moment came in November of 2006. "Kevin has a rare, degenerative neurological disorder called NBIA. He is unable to walk, talk, eat, or use his hands. In early 2006, the Make-a-Wish foundation of North Carolina asked us what wish should be developed for Kevin. (USA Today)

    "Precious": Mettle matters  Nov 6, 2009
    She shows flashes of a sense of humor, even though she can barely afford to have one. And she doesn't mind going to school: For one thing, she has a crush on her math teacher, and she harbors cheerful daydreams that he'll whisk her off to a nice life in the white-bread suburbs. (Salon)

    Best Christmas Family Movies  Nov 6, 2009
    Adults will enjoy the crude humor while children laugh at the slapstick. This movie is especially great when viewers have a large family and expect chaotic holidays. (Suite101.com)

    At 40, 'Sesame Street' is in a constant state of renewal  Nov 6, 2009
    With humor and music, the show has taught generations of kids its first young viewers now are in their 40s the ABCs, numbers and lessons about daily life. Being a guest on Sesame Street, whether you're a parent or a former kid, is "something you will never, ever forget," Fallon says. (USA Today)

    Frustration Junction  Nov 5, 2009
    00004000 Jim Shea Humor: Walmart Could Face Some Stiff Competition. Connecticut News Feeds. (FOX61, CT)

    Captains Press Conference Transcript - Navy Game Preview (Nov. 4)  Nov 5, 2009
    Q. It's an incredible intangible, but how important is it to have a sense of humor, especially the seniors and the leaders. And is that due to the fact you're winning or is that just in general. (Und.com)

    Italy Fined for Crucifixes in Schools  Nov 4, 2009
    slownewsday-0 What a sense of humor. I was referring to joining something like a world government which could exert control over America. (CBS News)

    Expansion of Connell prison brings $620,000 public art project  Nov 4, 2009
    Our committee loved Tom s whimsy and humor he showed in his work, Kelly said. We also like the usability of the benches and tables along Main Street. (Longview Daily News, WA)

    Basketball's Jimmy V, For Victory  Nov 4, 2009
    Leaders who shine during tough times blend resilience, humor and flexibility, says business strategist Keith McFarland, author of "Bounce." To rebound: Face up. "It's not a question of whether you or your company will need to change. It's a matter of when," McFarland said. (Investors Business Daily)

    Richard Schwob  Nov 4, 2009
    He will also be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor. He is survived by his wife, Donna Schwob; a sister, Virginia Stone; a son, Rick (Gail) Schwob; son, Dan Schwob; a daughter, Kathy Jo (Andy) Selbst; and grandchildren Eliana Selbst, Colin Selbst and Alec Selbst. (Muscatine Journal, IO)

    Senate health-care bill would cover prayer-based treatments  Nov 4, 2009
    It used to be you d look to comedians to provide the humor. Now the GOP has morphed into one big Comedy GOP central. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)

    Al Gore: "I am optimistic"  Nov 4, 2009
    So what better opportunity to up the humor quotient than by bringing on Rush Limbaugh and giving him the opportunity to hit a cardboard cutout of former Vice President Al Gore with an electric car. No, seriously. (Salon)

    Five of the Best Christmas Movies E...  Nov 4, 2009
    Much of the humor in the movie comes from Buddy's adventures in New York, as he obviously does not fit in. The film also stars James Caan, Bob Newhart, and Mary Steenbergen. (Suite101.com)

    Newbury St. home to latest British invasion  Nov 4, 2009
    Hotel Chocolat selected Newbury Street to launch its first US store and showcase its sweets with a "British sense of humor." (Suzanne Kreiter/ Globe Staff) By Globe Staff / November 4, 2009 ... Hotel Chocolat selected Newbury Street to launch its first US store and showcase the merchant s vast assortment of rich sweets with a British sense of humor, according to Nicki Doggart, Hotel Chocolat s US chief executive. (Boston Globe)

    El Cerrito victims' son: Don't execute killer  Nov 3, 2009
    El Cerrito victims' son: Don't execute killer. Article:El Cerrito victims' son: Don't execute killer:/c/a/2009/11/02/BAV81ADVM6. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)

    49ers can't say 'sorry' enough  Nov 3, 2009
    Made in 2003, it included a lot of locker-room humor without the racial stereotyping. York also has stressed that team public relations director Kirk Reynolds, who produced the videos, is leaving the 49ers. (Yahoo News -- Asian Americans)

    A women's nation embraces the emotion  Nov 3, 2009
    Katie Couric's odyssey of resilence- both professional and personal-told with honesty and humor. I thought about all the times I've heard woman say, "I'm an emotional mess" -when I heard ABC anchor Robin Roberts repeat her mother's mantra: "Make your mess your message." (I love that one. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)

    The Young Pro  Nov 3, 2009
    Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:28 PM EST. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)

    Harmonica maestro Norton Buffalo dies at 58  Nov 3, 2009
    "He had a sense of humor. He liked to have a good time, and the joy of his playing came out.". Miller said: "He was a complete original. He worked with all kinds of people. He did tons and tons of projects. Everybody who worked with him loved him, really enjoyed working with him.". (San Francisco Chronicle)

    18 months of construction for a couple of bathrooms?  Nov 3, 2009
    Wow, I can see the humor in letting a convicted rapist into your community. even after he paid his debt to society he's always gonna be remembered as a rapist. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)

    Toast, fries, and kisses: Everything is better French  Nov 3, 2009
    The leaven of self-deprecating humor can make even the coolest Frenchman thaw and smile. Walter Rodgers a former senior international correspondent for CNN, writes a biweekly column for the Monitor's print edition. (Christian Science Monitor)

    Hoff wins Eleanor Roosevelt award  Nov 3, 2009
    I know, Gumness said, that without her example, guidance, and humor, I wouldnt, at age 71, be out there on the front lines giving 100 percent plus believing that we can and do make a difference. . (Forest Republican, WI)

    Trey McIntyre Project's whimsical show  Nov 3, 2009
    Sly humor also enhances McIntyre's appeal, and as indicated by its parenthetical title, "(serious)" comes off as only partly so ... Humor, albeit dark, also marked the Halloween-appropriate "Ma Maison," in which eight dancers in skeleton masks pranced and lolled with vaudevillian flair to the lurching, rollicking recordings from the New Orleans Preservation Hall Jazz Band. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)

    153 comment(s)  Nov 3, 2009
    I predict: A conservative tide will rise in 2010. Connecting You to Your Community Lodi, California. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)

    Letters to the editor  Nov 3, 2009
    It was truly inspirational to see the remarkable turnout of nearly 2,000 people families, friends, students, staff and volunteers all in good humor despite the early season Nor easter. The proceeds from the Walk support essential, comprehensive programming, not covered by insurance, allowing Hospice of the North Shore to be an innovator in end-of-life care. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)

    Donald Barmore  Nov 3, 2009
    Don will be fondly remembered for his irreverent sense of humor, an unwavering commitment to his family and an infectious love of animals, nature and the great outdoors. He will be profoundly missed. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)

    Exclusive: Glenn Beck Talks To Townhall Magazine  Nov 3, 2009
    Investigative reporting, conservative humor, culture, and commentary from your favorites. Fresh. (Townhall.com)

    Swine Flu Vaccine  Nov 3, 2009
    Just sayin wrote on Oct 16, 2009 8:17 PM:" Scared....I wasn't aware that I was supposed to be scared of all those things, so thanks. A bit of humor always helps. Seriously, sometimes I think that the purpose is to keep us to scared to see what is actually going on around us. ". Just me wrote on Oct 15, 2009 3:11 PM:" The Alzheimers Association does not beleive the 5 years in a row thing, it was proposed by a quack doctor that has had his license susupended. ". (Montrose Daily Press, CO)

    BEHAVIOR:  Swine flu spreads a new hands-off etiquette  Nov 2, 2009
    As he swaps his handshake for the fist bump, Dale Koehrsen, a seminar speaker and entrepreneur who meets dozens to hundreds of strangers a week, tries to thwart any hurt feelings with humor. "The smile always helps," says Koehrsen, 48, who lives in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. And then, if you're met with a scrunched face, "you've got to have the comeback: 'Germs!' " Lately, "people are getting it more.". (USA Today)

    Don Schirmer (1)  Nov 2, 2009
    He was the ultimate caller at the weekly Lions bingo games, always bringing his unique sense of humor to all. He was part of the chamber of commerce and also was in the Jaycees Club when he was younger. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)

    - Voice: Kill poppies, cut off funding (4)  Nov 2, 2009
    gymjunkie wrote on Nov 1, 2009 9:02 AM:" What an idiot. I propose that you read what Agent Orange did to Vietnam, it's citizens, the enemy, and most importantly American soldiers and citizens.http://www.silverrose.info/qualifying%20diseases.htmlhttp://www.silverrose.info/origin%20of%20the%20silver%20rose.htmlI have to think this is written in humor, or by some nitwit in a state hospital. ". abelito wrote on Nov 1, 2009 7:47 AM:" ...and don't fergit the funding Ronnie RayGun and Dubya's Dad... (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)

    Remembering Wally  Nov 2, 2009
    His dry sense of humor always kept you guessing as to whether he was serious or joking ... But with the building remodel, when all the editorial staff was grouped into one room, came the opportunity to get to know his sense of dedication and his sense of humor ... He was sports editor, and I remember him as a quiet and friendly guy who always was good humored. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)

    Best from Sunday  Nov 2, 2009
    The Virsky Ukrainian National Dance Company - Named after Pavlo Virsky, a well-known Ukrainian ballet-master, who in 1937 brought together a group of folk dancers in Kiev, The Virsky Ukrainian National Dance Company boasts vivid and colorful stage concepts, embracing the beauty of Ukraine and the wisdom, humor and optimism of its people. The wedding of Miss Catherine Floyd and Dr. Steven Bailey was held on Saturday, June 27, at Lutheran Church of the Redeemer in Atlanta. (Athens Banner-Herald)

    Camille Paglia  Nov 1, 2009
    Energy, spontaneity, humor, candor and hospitality are leading values for Daniela onstage and off ... A reliable rule in the popular performing arts is that quality is proved the second or third time around: I can testify that "iCarly" episodes retain their humor and freshness on repeated re-viewings. (Salon)

    Aliens invade, disguised as Larry David!  Nov 1, 2009
    c. humor for very, very out of touch people who haven't noticed that all humor is un-p. c. now. (Salon)

    From Gold Rush to wine rush  Nov 1, 2009
    Bring your sense of humor. You'll need it to taste wines named River of Skulls and *%#p. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)

    O-o-o-o-klahoma: Forest City High Presents classic  Nov 1, 2009
    Olson, meanwhile, plays feisty Aunt Eller, and she has a wonderful sense of humor about playing a cranky older woman. Ah, it s going to be great practice for me in about 50 or 60 years, she said. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)

    Another Season of “Ovations” Performances for Calaveras this Winter  Nov 1, 2009
    Sunday, March 28 3:00 pm Guthrie's homespun wisdom, gentle humor and majestic music will have you leaving the theatre with not only a song in your heart, but refreshed and invigorated with his own sense of tolerance and optimism. This Land is your Land, Bound for Glory and Hard Travelin will be performed by a regional cast of musicians, singers and actors. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)

    Egypt's president backs young leaders in his party  Nov 1, 2009
    Hosni Mubarak, looking trim and in good humor, strongly praised the party's young leaders, without naming his son, and encouraged them to prepare for 2010 parliamentary elections "with new ideas.". Egypt, a major U.S. ally and recipient of billions annually in American aid, has been ruled by the elder Mubarak for 28 years. (MSNBC -- International)

    70:70 grid increases premiums (2)  Nov 1, 2009
    Humor, health, and good eating. Country Cookbook Third-Edition. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)

    Lots of frogs  Nov 1, 2009
    I liked Mr. M s outlook, his steadiness, his curiosity, his humor, his sense of family. When he walked me to my car, I felt completely at ease. (Boston Globe)

    In Kennedy’s towering shadow, Senator Kirk discreetly toils  Nov 1, 2009
    You re with a bunch of people - very smart, very knowledgeable people who have good senses of humor and are good to be around. Kirk has been assigned to two important Senate committees: Homeland Security, which oversees domestic security issues, and Armed Services, which deals with military issues, including the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. (Boston Globe)

    The making of an 'It Girl'  Oct 31, 2009
    "She has fragility, she has humor, she can be very moving, she's bright and she's great to look at.". Scherfig's film debuted in January at the Sundance Film Festival and it was there the buzz ignited around Mulligan. (CNN -- International)

    Trenton 'Trent' K. Miles  Oct 31, 2009
    His sense of humor and quick wit will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife, Rhinda; his daughter Tiffany; his mother, Leslie Rizzo and stepfather, Steve; his father, Arlon Keith Miles and stepmother, Margaret. (Muscatine Journal, IO)

    Shock & eww on tube  Oct 31, 2009
    And most of the above, including the do-it-yourself mastectomy, were done for laughs and ironic good humor ... Under the stewardship of drug-addled, rich and disgusting Hollywood Ivy League types, this is what too much regular American TV has become -- a big, smelly swamp of potty humor that doesn't bother to include the potty ... And most of the above, including the do-it-yourself mastectomy, were done for laughs and ironic good humor. (New York Post -- Entertainment)

    Garrison Keillor  Oct 31, 2009
    They bring some humor to the situation. ("Care for some jewelry?" she says as she puts the wristband on me. (Salon)

    Butch v. Tommy - Week Nine  Oct 31, 2009
    Tommy: Butch will have to humor Tommy with one big conference game for those who actually care or who have even heard of the BCS Championship. The Pokes have lost the last two meetings by a combined seven points, and Tommy's got a feeling that his Trojans are going to squeak through the back door of the BCS Title game like a certain soccer team did when the US scored a late goal against Costa Rica. (Washington State Sports -- Rivals.com)

    Paly students face suspensions for egg fight  Oct 30, 2009
    " Don't forget, "No running with scissors" , another classic. Parents, chill out, school officials, chill out, no wonder these kids are stressed out. Let them be kids, when my kids did this in Menlo Park, as it is tradition there to egg Freshman on one certain day each year. My son got caught, the cops called me, I went down, got my son and that was that. Cops told me they did the same thing when they went to MA. Hardly a criminal offense, just what teenagers do and I would rather have them get... (Palo Alto Online, CA)

    The Young Pro  Oct 30, 2009
    Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:28 PM EST. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)

    Making the connection: Two women, one devastating diagnosis and a need to reach out to other women in their situation  Oct 30, 2009
    While the subject matter is serious, the book offers a big dose of humor. For instance, Daniels talks about sitting down in an Italian caf. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)

    Syfy Reimagines 'Being Human'  Oct 30, 2009
    Mark Stern, executive vice president, original content for Syfy and co-head, original content for Universal Cable Productions added, "We've loved this project and been tracking it for a while. Being Human definitely distinguishes itself as something new and different in a landscape filled with familiar supernatural fare. In adapting it, we intend to work closely with RDF to keep the wit, insight, and humor of the original, while opening up the series for a new audience.". More Content. (Multichannel News)

    Do adults without kids waste their time?  Oct 30, 2009
    that was humor; which was obviously lost on some people. In the future, I ll try to keep all emotion out of my comments. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)

    AndyStaplesInside College Football Georgia could save its subpar season by de-railing Florida's.  Oct 30, 2009
    In 2009, Bobo, Georgia offensive line coach Stacey Searels and defensive coordinator Willie Martinez took the brunt of the criticism, and the potential for gallows humor skyrocketed when Georgia assistants took a mandatory furlough day last week. That inspired Macon Telegraph beat writer David Hale to imagine. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)

    Schwarzenegger sends hidden "f-bomb" insult in veto message  Oct 30, 2009
    "You certainly have to have a sense of humor in politics. Unfortunately, this humor came at the cost of the Port of San Francisco.". Ammiano heckled Schwarzenegger during a local Democratic Party fundraiser at the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco earlier this month. (FOX61, CT)

    Town Council candidates Q & A  Oct 30, 2009
    I believe our residents respect common sense leadership without the need for political theater, and that, along with a reasonable dose of humor, goes a long way toward good government ... Finally, I have common sense and a sense of humor - both of which are often missing in government. (Wethersfield Post, CT)

    I predict: A conservative tide will rise in 2010  Oct 30, 2009
    " Gator wrote on Oct 28, 2009 11:25 AM:" Since my post of 10/27/09 @ 2:43 pm I look at the lack of response with a bit of humor. Barry Goldwater called it as he saw it and its evidenced here by some of the post. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)

    Festival showcases films for women  Oct 30, 2009
    "Plastic," the short film about a full-figured woman who discovers some unusual abilities while preparing for a date, directed by Sandy Widyanata, masterfully uses humor to make some very important points about self-esteem. THIER PRODUCTIONS. (Fresno Bee)

    Holiday films roll out some heavy subjects  Oct 30, 2009
    It looks to be this year's strange-humor flick ... Animation Running time: 1hr 27min Rated: PG for action, smoking and slang humor ... Action/Adventure, Animation Running time: min Rated: PG for mild sci-fi action and some suggestive humor. (Fresno Bee)

    In defense of the aging frat boy  Oct 30, 2009
    Not only is this scene beautifully performed and laced with nuanced humor and understated tension, but Lisa Gay Hamilton is just transfixing as Owen's good-natured but pragmatic better half ... Together, they face down the grim realities of their lives with courage, some resignation and, most of all, a good sense of humor. (Salon)

    Partying with the state’s other party  Oct 30, 2009
    Nassour, a youngish lawyer with an excellent sense of humor, assured me I was witnessing a Republican revival that would soon see the State House, the treasurer s office, and the governorship in GOP hands. We are taking over, she said. (Boston Globe)

    Donald Barmore  Oct 29, 2009
    Don will be fondly remembered for his irreverent sense of humor, an unwavering commitment to his family and an infectious love of animals, nature and the great outdoors. He will be profoundly missed. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)

    Story »  Oct 29, 2009
    A bridge over the river fly. Updated: October 28, 2009, 2:33 PM ET. (ESPN -- Outdoors)

    Kristins story warns of acquaintance rape  Oct 29, 2009
    She began with a humorous explanation for why she couldn t speak when she was originally scheduled to visit USC last spring, comparing a stomach illness to morning sickness ... Her sense of humor continued throughout her presentation, despite the intensity of her story. (Gamecock Online, SC)

    Did Schwarzenegger use F-bomb in letter?  Oct 29, 2009
    "You certainly have to have a sense of humor in politics. Unfortunately, this humor came at the cost of the Port of San Francisco.". Newsvine. (MSNBC -- Politics)

    read story »  Oct 29, 2009
    Olson, meanwhile, plays feisty Aunt Eller, and she has a wonderful sense of humor about playing a cranky older woman. Ah, it s going to be great practice for me in about 50 or 60 years, she said. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)

    Top Entertainment Stories AP interview: Cosby keeps it clean for humor prize  Oct 29, 2009
    AP interview: Cosby keeps it clean for humor prize ... The 72-year-old who has long drawn laughs for his wisecracks and deadpan observations will receive the nation's foremost humor prize Monday at the Kennedy Center in Washington ... Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock, Sinbad and other top entertainers will line up to honor him with the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)

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