Big Ben

Holy Bible

"You are right. I refused to see it, but... You were right all along. The Bible has many things wrong, both factually and morally.

"I was taught since I was a kid that the Bible is God's word, and that God is never wrong. According to my most intimate beliefs, this is impossible."

"So? What is your conclusion?"

"Well... Well, that... That is something impossible has happened... Then it's a miracle! Thank you, Lord, for giving me such a clear sign when my faith was faltering!"

Cockroaches

"Look! They're spraying insecticide!"

"Oh, no! Hold your breath! Quick!"

PLACEBOX

Non-toxic insecticide

Persecuted

"No! I don't want to feed you to the lions, or send you to the firing squad, or anything. You and I may disagree on many things, but I still think you should have the same rights as everyone else."

"Ha! See? You're admitting to wanting to restrict my rights! INQUISITOR!"

Winner of the Third Anniversary Contest

Not bad! The contest drew enough people in to surpass the most pessimistic projections. Now the time has come to unveil the name of the victor!

So, without further ado, the winner is...


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... is...

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... is...










(Don't you hate artificially inflated suspense?)









... is Edwin den Boer!



Congratulations, Edwin! You have won a personalized avatar. Please write to the mail address on the side bar, under the heading of "Contact," to claim your prize.

In the meantime, everyone is invited to celebrate Flea Snobbery's third birthday by having cake and hot cocoa, provided you have those in your home. You can leave your presents here, if you feel like it. Me, I'll celebrate by sneaking out of my own party and giving myself a short unearned vacation. Regular updates will resume on Tuesday, July 19th. See you all soon!