It feels like life has taken a turn for the serious these days.  The stock market bumps along on fears of the “R” word.  Hillary and Barack  continue their vlassic battle for the Democrat nomination.  And shoe funds have felt the crunch of gasoline budgets.

Who couldn’t use a good laugh these days?

For a great escape from reality, visit the the fantastic world of Mr. Pickles.

A Columbus brother and sister team created Mr. Pickles (”using telepathic powers on the very same day, at the very same time”) as a way to channel their creative juices.  Now, it is the bread and butter operation for their website and merchandising empire!

Visitors to Mr. Pickle can read Celebrity Love Poems, seek advice from Rusty Bear, send E-Cards, print calendars and play the games of the Activities Page.

Better yet, fans can spread the gospel of Mr. Pickles by purchasing Mr. Pickles gear!  They offer apparel for the entire family, Cuddlers (pictured), cards, pins, magnets and more.  Fortunately for us, all merchandise is very well priced - quite a dill.

Visit the world of Mr. Pickles at mrpickles.com.  Merchandise is also available locally at Wholly Craft and Wexner Center Bookshop.