HAPPY FRIDAY: When man makes a plan

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IRONY: An illustration

IRONY:- "The use of words to convey the opposite of their literal meaning; a statement or situation where the meaning is contradicted by the appearance or presentation of the idea. Three kinds of irony are commonly recognised. Verbal irony: a trope in which the intended meaning of a statement differs from the meaning that the words appear to express. Situational irony: an incongruity between what is expected or intended and what actually occurs. Dramatic irony: an effect produced by a narrative in which the audience knows more about present or future circumstances than a character in the story".
- www.about.com

An illustration of irony

"Gentlemen, you can't fight in here! This is the War Room." (Peter Sellers as President Merkin Muffley in Dr. Strangelove, 1964)

"A tragic irony of life is that we so often achieve success or financial independence after the chief reason for which we sought it has passed away." - Ellen Glasgow

"Irony is a kind of winking at each other, as we all understand the game of meaning reversal that is being played." (Barry Brummett, Techniques of Close Reading. Sage, 2010)

"But the irony is that because the band isn't the focus any more, it allows me the chance to enjoy being a member of Def Leppard much more." - Rick Allen

"Humor brings insight and tolerance. Irony brings a deeper and less friendly understanding." - Agnes Repplier

"When irony works, it helps to cement social bonds and mutual understanding because the speaker and hearer of irony both know to turn the utterance, and they know that the other one knows they will turn the utterance." (Barry Brummett, Techniques of Close Reading. Sage, 2010)

"I love the irony. I'm perceived as being really young and yet I have the clinical condition of an old man."
- Michael J. Fox

"Irony is just honesty with the volume cranked up."
- George Saunders

• More ironic quotes @ Brainy Quote

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SARCASM: An illustration

SARCASM:- "A sharp, bitter, or cutting expression or remark; a bitter gibe or taunt." More contemporary definitions often emphasize the false, mocking praise and verbal irony of sarcasm rather than its malicious or scornful intent. However, the etymology of the word "sarcasm" clearly indicates that wounding was (at least historically) the primary point. The word comes from the late Latin sarcasmus, derived from the Greek sarkasmos ("a sneer, jest, taunt, mockery") and sarkazein ("to speak bitterly, sneer"--literally, "to strip off the flesh" or "to bite the lips in rage"). - Sarcasm Society

An illustration of sarcasm

“It's always darkest before it turns absolutely pitch black.”
- Paul Newman

An illustration of sarcasm

“History teaches us that men and nations behave wisely once they have exhausted all other alternatives.”
- Abba Eban

An illustration of sarcasm

“How do you feel about women's rights? I like either side of them.” - Groucho Marx

An illustration of sarcasm

“Sometimes I need what only you can provide: your absence.” - Ashleigh Brilliant

An illustration of sarcasm

“I never forget a face, but in your case I'll be glad to make an exception.” - Groucho Marx

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“Some cause happiness wherever they go; others whenever they go.” - Oscar Wilde

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“Reader, suppose you were an idiot. And suppose you were a member of Congress. But I repeat myself.” - Mark Twain

An illustration of sarcasm

“I believe in luck: how else can you explain the success of those you don't like?” - Jean Cocteau

An illustration of sarcasm

“I find it rather easy to portray a businessman. Being bland, rather cruel and incompetent comes naturally to me.”
- John Cleese

• More sarcastic quotes at www.sarcasmsociety.com

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PHOTO BOMBED: A collection of funny photo terrorist moments

PHOTO bombing is the art of ruining someone’s photograph by either jumping in at the last minute or by pulling a funny pose just at the right time. These artists are also known as photo terrorists and help to add that humorous touch to your picture perfect moment. Let me illustrate:

Silly seal - my personal favourite!

When in Rome ...

Making the news

You can't help but feel sorry for this guy

Dog Bomb! Bawr!

At Henry's Happy Bakery ...

Evil brother

At the nudist beach ...

Knock knock?

"Stop hogging the f*%#ing camera!"

More at www.spoiledphotos.com

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LOL PIC: Mammogram Man at your cervix ... ngghh, boobs!

Mammogram Man

NOTE: Where Mammogram Man currently operates is unknown to the authorities. If you have any information regarding Mammogram Man's whereabouts, use it to find him and take photographs. It would also be great to know whether any hippie chicks have actually gone along with the scam. Big-ups Mammogram Man - we wish you the best of luck in all your endeavours.

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A WOMEN'S WORLD: What it may be like...

THINGS might be a little different if women had the final say in all things. Toilets and the engineering industry would not only be simplified but perhaps prettier and more functional than before. I just hope no lady-girls find this sexist as the following pics are based on society's stereotypical views of women - so a sense of humour is required. Here's what we may find in a woman's world.

An abundance of toilet paper

Floral bowling alleys

Super simplified car dealerships

Mouse make-up

Parking for girls

Chained toilet seats

Girly speedometer

Manogram

The "ANY" Key

Best Happy Friday post yet: If historic people had Facebook :D

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