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When it comes to short jokes, there is no better way to get a quick laugh. Now when we say short jokes, we don’t mean gags about people who are below-average height. Short jokes are sharp, witty, and straight-to-the-point jokes that are guaranteed to have everyone laughing.  As short jokes don’t have any particular theme, they encompass every topic and type of joke you can imagine. Puns, clean jokes, one-liners, dad jokes, and silly gags are all acceptable. You can even tell a knock knock joke if you feel that way inclined. As the subject matter is so varied, it...

This hot hatch boasts bold styling, all-wheel drive, and the automaker’s latest safety features By Jeff S. Bartlett Toyota is getting wild with some of its latest models, starting with the engaging Supra, the bargain-priced GR86 sports coupe, and now the GR Corolla. This latest creation from the in-house motor sports group known as Gazoo Racing pushes the Corolla hatchback to rally extremes, with 300-hp, all-wheel drive, and a brash body kit.  It is essentially a factory-bred tuner car, aimed at drivers weaned on PlayStation Gran Turismo video games and educated by World Rally Championship races. It targets the robust...

In the spirit of saving money and shopping less and finding more time in the day… ….I have the best idea. No more over-fashion thinking. Let’s talk through a week’s worth of outfits. I found some of the cutest things that you can wear on date night. And lunch with friends. And sweet tea on your back porch. And an afternoon with a really good book. And the best part? All the clothes are from different retailers at a variety of price points (most of it is SUPER affordable) and looks and ideas and fashion finds for spring. Don’t you...

Travel is booming. It seems as though most of us are happy to be able to move about, visit friends, revisit familiar destinations, and strike out to explore new locations. While the traveling is fun, it can also be tiring, especially when we are dragging around a lot of our belongings and responsibilities. This past week at Minimal Quest – a monthly virtual meetup to discuss organizing and minimalism – we talked about ideas for how to travel like a minimalist. Would you like to travel lighter this year? If so, here are a few ideas. Use a Packing List...

The Galapagos Islands are a seasoned traveler’s dream — a bucket-list vacation that allows you to observe exotic animals and plants and experience Ecuador’s hospitality. From your pre-cruise stay in Quito to optional post-cruise visits to a nearby cloud forest, you’ll marvel at the variety of species, foods and climates you’ll encounter in just a week or two on a Galapagos cruise. Because the islands are largely a preserved national park, the Ecuadorian government limits the number of visitors. That translates to an unspoiled environment that’s a far cry from touristy. Most people who visit aren’t novice travelers. However, they’re...