Humor

 Here, you can really get into the mind of Tim. Enjoy his uncommon wit as he offers his take on all manner of topics ripe for a little teasing. But be assured, one of Tim's favorite targets for humor is himself. In fact, did you know Tim is currently finishing a Masters degree in Educational Administation? Together with his B.A. and law degree, that will give him one more sheepskin than he has chins!

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"O" Brother! "O" Foods Make Diet Tough-- A tasty treat just can't be beat if its name ends in an "O."

A Regular Down at the "Pharm" -- They might as well yell, "Norm," when Tim goes to the pharmacy. He's a regular.

Going Nutty Over Squirrels-- The squirrel convention is in full gear. Look out below!

Damages Won't Amount To "Peanuts" -- The Peanuts gang takes on our lawsuit-happy society.

Dark Days For "The Boss" -- Bruce Springsteen is old and uncool; Tim's not so hot, either.

Commencement Exercises a Real Education-- This graduation program brought to you courtesy of the district's lawyers.

Procrastinitis? Worry About It Tomorrow-- Need some help identifying of you have a problem? Maybe you should read this column later!

Another Way To Suffer the Passion-- Tim goes to the movies to see The Passion, and finds a narrator in the seat behind him.

A Buzz on Capitol Hill-- It's time for the annual State of The Union Drinking Game!

Southside Irish Parade No Laughing Matter-- Blame the Irish jokes for the good-time attitiude at the South Side Parade.

Keeping Your Chin Up About Renewing Drivers License-- The photo is, indeed, horrid.

      Tim's Daily Blog

Little League Draft More Complicated Than You Think-- Tim reveals the secrets of the youth baseball draft room.

You Might Be Christmas Crazy If... -- Tim's list of clues and red-flags to determine if you've lost your holiday marbles.

Christmas Crazy II -- Tim's second list of holiday nuttiness warning signs.

Mr. Handyguy Answers Your Questions-- Tim is an expert on doing things right. Why? Because he's messed so many things up!

The Essential Guide To Tim-- Tim's better half has her say.

Father McPeter Confronts The Potty Parade-The "wee" ones are driving Father to the brink.

Life as a Home-moaner-- Confessions of the owner of a century-old house.

The Year of the Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich-- When dad takes on lunch-making duties, it's back to basics!

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                   The Spelling Bee Columns

As Easy As Riding a "Bycicle"-- Tim's spelling bee fiasco, not that it preys on his mind or anything!

Too Much Tim-- A reader goes off on the spelling bee column!

A "Dufus" Responds-- The reader who hated the spelling bee column has got Tim pegged.

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Steering Clear of Billy Joel-- Joel's driving habits could give you a heart attack-ack-ack-ack-ack-ack! 

"Pull My Finger Fred" Squeaks Out A Victory- Something doesn't smell right about a recent federal lawsuit.

Yule Love Today's Halloween-- When did Halloween turn into Christmas?

A Lesson in Salty Language From The Lip Ladies-- Tim weighs in on the line between edgy and profane.

Jesus Doesn't Have a Prayer-- The Da Vinci Code suggests Jesus may have had a wife and kid. If Jesus is just like the rest of us guys, he's in for it!

A Holiday Visit From The Bear-olers-- The Superfans show up at Tim's door with a song on their lips and Rex Grossman on their minds.

2007 Bears Nothing To Shuffle About-- Not enough "Sweetness" in this edition of the Bears.

The Glossary of Ice Removal-- The windshield is frosted up. Which type of ice remover are you?

McCartney's Honey Pie Making Him Crazy-- The tale of Sir Paul's divorce, as told with Beatles lyrics.

I Just Flew In From New Lenox And, Boy, Are My Arms Tired-- New Lenox mayor Mike Smith has a serious "laps" of judgement.

Beware "Self-Serve" Checkout! -- A trip to the supermarket uncovers an insidious invention.