humor

"Humor is what binds humans together and makes difficult times just a little less painful; Sometimes you can't help but laugh. "

The Corner Cafe
In the heart of a bustling city, where honking cars and hurried footsteps never seemed to stop, there was a small café at the corner of two streets called “Morning Light.” It was modest — a few wooden tables, a counter polished to a warm glow, and a window overlooking the crowded intersection. But for those who entered, it felt like a haven.
By M.Farooq2 months ago in Humans
At First Sight, By the Water’s Light
At First Sight, By the Water’s Light Along the shore where dawn was spilled, Where waves in silver hush were stilled,
By Dedan Derickson2 months ago in Humans
I Built an Accountability Group for 30 Days — And It Skyrocketed My Habits
It started with a single tweet on a restless November night in 2025. The clock read 1:14 a.m., and I was staring at my laptop screen, surrounded by the ghosts of unfinished Vocal drafts and crumpled habit trackers. My 30-day experiments—quitting my phone, rising at 5 a.m., ditching sugar, devouring books—had sparked something inside me, sure. But alone in my apartment, the wins felt fragile, like sparks without tinder. I'd read the headlines buzzing everywhere: self-improvement in 2025 wasn't a solo sprint anymore; it was a relay, fueled by accountability pods and online tribes where people locked arms against their excuses. Communities weren't just trendy—they were lifelines, turning "I should" into "We will."
By Aman Saxena2 months ago in Humans
The Lantern Keeper
The riverside town of Mehrabad was small and quiet, nestled between rolling hills and a winding river. Life there was simple: children played on dusty streets, fishermen repaired their nets by the water, and neighbors greeted each other with warm smiles. But after sunset, darkness enveloped the town. Electricity was unreliable, and the narrow streets were often shrouded in shadow.
By M.Farooq2 months ago in Humans
The Fisherman’s Promise
The village of Kamalpur sat on a narrow strip of land where the sea kissed the cliffs. Fishing boats, colorful and worn, bobbed gently in the harbor, and gulls cried overhead as waves lapped rhythmically against the shore. It was a quiet, timeless place — a world apart from the noise and chaos of the city.
By M.Farooq2 months ago in Humans
When Is the Best Time to Try Raw Tropical Fruits in Punta Cana. AI-Generated.
The first bite of fresh tropical fruit in Punta Cana feels like a vacation within your vacation. The sweetness hits, the juices run down your hand, and suddenly you know you are somewhere special.
By Amanda Glen2 months ago in Humans
The Lighthouse Keeper
At the edge of a small coastal town, where waves collided with jagged rocks and gulls cried into the wind, Imran lived alone in a lighthouse.
By M.Farooq2 months ago in Humans
Pop! Goes the We-Easel. Winner in Maps of the Self Challenge.
Welcome to your (Dis) Orientation I hope you are wearing something that wipes down. A pair of waders and a waterproof coat with a drawstring hood would not be too extreme. There is much to digest here. Simply cooking this stuff up, I have found myself dribbling.
By Caroline Jane2 months ago in Humans
World’s Longest Name: The 2,253-Word Identity That Shocked Everyone
The person with the longest name in the world takes 20 minutes to introduce himself For most people, introducing themselves is a formality that can be completed in a few seconds.
By Shoaib Khan2 months ago in Humans
The Day My Coffee Taught Me Life’s Secrets
It was supposed to be an ordinary morning. I had no plans to uncover the mysteries of the universe — I just wanted coffee. Simple, black, strong, and hopefully quiet. The house was still half asleep, the air calm except for the faint hum of the refrigerator and the chirping of birds outside. For a moment, peace felt possible.
By John Abesellom's2 months ago in Humans
Tobacco is projected to kill 1 billion people in the next century.. AI-Generated.
The Staggering Projection: Why Tobacco is Poised to Kill One Billion People This Century Imagine a single habit wiping out one billion lives over the next hundred years. That's the grim forecast for tobacco use. Each year, smoking claims about eight million people worldwide, according to the World Health Organization. If nothing changes, those numbers stack up fast into a century-long nightmare.
By Story silver book 2 months ago in Humans
Coping During a Government Shutdown
Let's be real: things are rough when your paycheck decides to disappear, but you’ve still got to show up for work. The government might be on pause, but our alarm clocks didn’t get the message. We’re still hitting the grind—dressed sharp, faking smiles, and keeping morale up with caffeine, duct tape, and a healthy dose of dark humor. That’s just how we roll.
By Resilient-ish2 months ago in Humans