Nick HornbyFunny + sad is what I'm pitching for, every time.
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When you face an endless stream of bad news, it can be hard to stay upbeat. However, there are times when the world is simply too funny not to laugh. Sometimes you just need to shake your head at how silly life can be, and that’s okay too.
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