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Douglas Ogg

@dougogg.bsky.social

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A very silly part owner of Canada Humorist / (Mostly) Former Cartoonist

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Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · May 17

“Contrary to what the politicians and religious leaders would like us to believe, the world won't be made safer by creating barriers between people."

Michael Palin

Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 4h

I'm embarrassed to admit it, but I think being Mr Eggo for an afternoon would be my dream job.

The Handsome Hobo🇨🇦 @thehobo.bsky.social · 7h

Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 4h

In honour of Paul Simon's 84th birthday, an especially poignant song.
"And I don't know a soul who's not been battered
I don't have a friend who feels at ease
I don't know a dream that's not been shattered
Or driven to its knees ..."

www.youtube.com/watch?v=0OEW...

Paul Simon - American Tune (Official Audio)

YouTube video by PaulSimonVEVO

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Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 4h

If Buddy ever works a crossword writers convention he could use this in his set. Not sure if it'll bring down "A 5 letter word starting with 'H' where people live", but I think someone might buy him a drink after the show if he signs their program.

Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 4h

Given that Trump takes his cues from the Robert Mugabe School of Economics, I think it's entirely possible that he will crash the US dollar. In every boom, and in every bust, some people will make money. But it won't be us.

Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 4h

Funny how DAD spelled backwards is "DAD". (Same for MOM.)

Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 4h

Let's not forget that his dad dated Barbara Streisand ... But yeah, I think he could he do better.

Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 5h

Ha!

Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 5h

There's more of us than you know ...

Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 5h

I did learn that their first store in Canada was in Burnaby (BC), and that it opened in 1985. If that ever comes up on JEOPARDY, I'm ready!
"I'll take COSTCO for $600, please ..."

Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 9h

The great Don Martin, aka "Mad's Maddest Artist."

Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 9h

It was funny, that after all this time, the only thing in the box was the COSTCO magazine.

Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 9h

www.youtube.com/watch?v=9t4-...

Elvis Costello - Tramp the Dirt Down

YouTube video by willowcrown

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Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 9h

Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 9h

I got the COSTCO magazine today, and am hoping my lucky streak will continue long enough to get the sales flyers for Canadian Tire and London Drugs. Maybe the Brick, if the postal gods smile down upon me.

Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 10h

I heard some critic complaining that it was too upbeat ... not enough "darkness".
What's wrong with celebrating the life of someone who was kind and decent, and worked so hard to bring a little laughter and joy into the world?

Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 12h

Christmas in October? Well ... Last time I checked this book was on several bestseller lists (in both the US and Canada), so I recommend getting your order in sooner than later. Otherwise you may have to go with Plan B. (And Plan B is NEVER as good as Plan A—that's why it's called Plan B.)

Brittlestar @brittlestar.com · 12h

I know it’s early but…
Wondering what to buy for the Secret Santa swap at the Antifa Christmas Party?

Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 12h

As you should be!

The Handsome Hobo🇨🇦 @thehobo.bsky.social · 12h

Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 12h

Let's Make Up and Be Friendly ...

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Brittlestar @brittlestar.com · 2d

Explaining Canadian Thanksgiving to Americans

Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 14h

A good frame is invisible, as it is its job to accent the image, and not draw attention to itself.

Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 14h

The world is wracked by war and careening towards environmental destruction, and he's focused on how his hair looks in a photo? Well, I guess you can't think about golf all the time.

DemiChimeraMadre @demichimeramadre.bsky.social · 15h

The New Time Magazine cover photo of 47.
He hates it because his turkey twattle neck is featured prominently and They ‘disappeared’ my hair " 🤣

Time magazine cover October 2025 featuring DJT 47th president of the USA.

Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 14h

"Several major U.S. airports - including Las Vegas’ Harry Reid International, Portland International, Seattle-Tacoma International, Charlotte Douglas International Airport and three in New York - are refusing to play a video ..."
www.ctvnews.ca/world/articl...

Multiple airports refuse to play Kristi Noem video that blames Democrats for government shutdown

Several major U.S. airports - including Las Vegas’ Harry Reid International, Portland International, Seattle-Tacoma International, Charlotte Douglas International Airport and three in New York - are r...

Douglas Ogg @dougogg.bsky.social · 14h

In related news, Trump just announced a 100% tariff on Canadian boyfriends
www.independent.co.uk/life-style/k...

Katy Perry spotted kissing ex-Canadian PM Justin Trudeau on her yacht

The pair sparked romance speculation after having dinner together in Montreal over the summer

www.independent.co.uk

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BlindCoyote 🔜 BLFC @blindcoyote.com · 1d

“It is easier and more believable to humanize animals than it is to humanize humans.”
— Chuck Jones

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🇨🇦Masked Newfoundlander🫐 @mindseyeofapoet.bsky.social · 1d

The sunset through the Dogberry tree.

Sunset with many colors through a dogberry tree.