Punch a Superman Sunday

Dr. Fate punches Superman.

Popping some toxic pills

I was slightly amused to notice that on the most recent batch of meds I received last week is a sticker that warns "Toxic.  Dispose as a biohazard."  Now usually one avoids toxic things; however, I pop a "toxic" pill daily, and am usually very thankful for it.  In case you didn't know, I was diagnosed with leukemia almost five years ago and have been on this medication all this time.

I usually receive a three month supply by mail about the time I am about to run out, but in early April my supply ran out and nothing came.  Turns out there were insurance changes and a new type of approval was needed this year. Now I am very thankful for insurance as each pill without insurance costs about $300. As I take one $300 pill a day, do the math over a year and it gets unaffordably pricey.  So we jumped through hoops to get approved, but this put me off meds for 17 days.

Now Lisa can attest that when I am off only a couple days, I get violently sick when I go back on, vomiting and pain and just feeling crappy.  So I was nervous about what would happen after 17 days.

I asked my small group at church to pray and faithful that they are, they did. And God answered with a beautiful blessing.  When I went back on meds last Friday night, I had not one bit of sickness.  The normal side effects are back, but none of that gut wrenching vomiting that I hate so much when I react poorly.

So, I am thankful for my biohazard, toxic pills. They are a blessing from God.

Punch a Superman Sunday #5

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The Flash attempts to punch Superman.

Thoughts on Living in the jungle

Living in the jungle.  Well, at least that is what my yard looks like.  Although it is an ugly jungle with patches of high weeds up to my knees along with but a sampling of grass.  My neighbors yards are simply beautiful.   They spend a lot of time on them, and have various lawn services handle.  I, on the other hand, have not a hint of a green thumb.  Sometimes I have yard envy.

Everyone in the neighborhood has mowed a few times this Spring to date except for me.   Today was my day to mow.  I got up early this Saturday morning to tackle this task yet I am simply sitting here at the computer, sipping my coffee and watching the rain.  Yes, the clouds have decided to open up and dump water everywhere.  

Thus, the weeds are staying high and I expect to receive a notice from my home owners association any moment informing me that it is my responsibility to maintain my lawn.   Ahh well, maybe the sun will come out tomorrow.

Wham! Pow! Living in a crazy comic book world!

Those folks in the comics live in a bizarre, crazy world.   Let's take some looks into the weird, kooky reality of their universe.

Up today:  Vacationing with the superheroes

 

As we wrap up for the time being our "Wham! Pow! Living in a Crazy Comic Book World!" series, we'll see one of my favorite aspects of this world - vacationing with the superheroes.  Yes, they fight bad guys.  Yes, they stop earthquakes.  Yes, they protect the world.   But even with all this, they still have time for some good ole' fun with the common folk.  For you see, if you ask nicely, they will vacation with you.   Whether for a day at the circus or a week on the beach, you can spend some quality good times with a superhero.

Dad to Family:  "Family, what should we do for vacation this year?"
Son to Dad:  "Dad, fishing with Wonder Woman!"
Daughter to Dad:  "No Dad.  Hang gliding with Hawkman."
Mom to Dad:  "Husband, I was just looking for a relaxing time camping by the lake with Aquaman."
Dad to Family:  "How about we do it all?!  We might as well.  We live in a crazy comic book world."

 

Wham! Pow! Living in a crazy comic book world!

Those folks in the comics live in a bizarre, crazy world.   Let's take some looks into the weird, kooky reality of their universe.

Up today:  Really cool pets

Another great perk of the comic book world is amazing pets.   The pet shops there are truly out of this world!  Whether giant seahorses or flying horses, baby dinos or kangaroos, outlandish space creatures or talking frogs, these animals are really too much fun.  Every kid on the block wants something new and exciting.

Daughter to Dad:  "Dad, can we go to Cool Pets A Million this evening? They have a new Venusian Bronc that I have been dying to have.  Cousin Sally got that new talking green space hairball last week and all she has done is brag about it.  I must get a new zany pet as well.  Please Daddy, oh please please."

Dad to Daughter:  "Anything for my princess.  Now Daughter, what do those things eat anyway?"

 

Wham! Pow! Living in a crazy comic book world!

Those folks in the comics live in a bizarre, crazy world.   Let's take some looks into the weird, kooky reality of their universe.

Up today:  Missile Riding

Now lest you think there is no fun to be had in a comic book world, we'll take some time to discuss some of the benefits of living there.  First up today, what I like to call "Missile Riding".  It's great fun for all involved. 

If you happen to have a missile or torpedo lying around that you can shoot off, which I find is very common, you have all you need for a rousing afternoon adventure.  Now a few like to be strapped down to avoid the possible "fall of death"; however, most people go without the added protection and simply straddle the missile, riding like a bucking bronco. 

Dad to Son:  "Son, it's Saturday.  Any ideas what we can do today."
Son to Dad:  "Well, Dad.  I did notice you have that large missile sitting in the garage.  What do you say we take her out for a spin?"
Dad to Son:  "Son, I like how you think."

Wham! Pow! Living in a crazy comic book world!

Those folks in the comics live in a bizarre, crazy world.   Let's take some looks into the weird, kooky reality of their universe.

Up today:  Art in Comic Book World

Now you must realize that in this comic book world, there are three rules that apply to all types of artwork.

Rule #1:  The safest art is always superhero art.  Whether painting, sculpting, or simply coloring a coloring book picture, it is usually best to do this of a superhero, preferably having him or her pose for the artwork.  Why?  See Rule #2.

Rule #2:  Most non-superhero art comes to life, and it is usually really, really scary.

Rule #3:  Rule #1 is not always correct.

Parents of budding artists try to encourage their children in their creations; however, they do so with strict oversight.

Daughter to Mom:  "Mom, I have an art project due next week.  What should I draw?"
Mom to Daughter:  "Daughter, probably someone like Supergirl or Amazing Woman.  Remember what happened to your cousin when he sketched that picture of a wolf?  I sure do miss that guy."

Rule #1: Safe superhero art

Rule #2: Scary coming-to-life non-superhero art

Rule #3: Superhero art can also sometimes be scary and come to life.

Wham! Pow! Living in a crazy comic book world!

Those folks in the comics live in a bizarre, crazy world.   Let's take some looks into the weird, kooky reality of their universe.

Up today:  The Legal System

Now the legal system in this topsy-turvy comic book world can be a little intimidating and down-right scary.  Most good parents strongly lecture their children about staying out of trouble.  This is done for many reasons.  First, parents do not want their children growing up to be villains, especially super-villains.  A superhero in the family is always hoped for; however, a law abiding citizen is valued as well.

The second reason parents caution their children is that they never want to see them go to court.  Court can be a very, shall we say, disturbing place in this land.

Daughter to Dad:  (sobbing) "Oh Dad, I know you told me not to speed in the car, boo hoo, but I just got a ticket."
Dad to Daughter:  "----"
Daughter to Dad: "Oh Dad, say something.  Boo Hoo."
Dad to Daughter: "Daughter, I enjoyed having you as my daughter, while it lasted."