Think Fast!

Excuses! Excuses!

Some secrets are too big to be easily kept. So how does Clark keep his alter ego a secret? For Clark, a simple lie usually does the trick.

We know you wouldn’t forget such classics as the cheese of the month club [227KB] , but the wife and I thought you might like to hear a few more. So here it is: a detailed study of the secret lies of Clark Kent.


When he first began, Clark didn’t need many excuses to leave the Daily Planet. He’d simply sneak off when no one was looking. But that all changed when Lane and Kent became the hottest news team in town. Partnering up meant there was almost always someone who would notice an absence. Still, he managed to keep things simple and unobtrusive.
I'm not feeling that great. [185KB]
Oops! My lucky pen. [97KB]
If we both get caught... [157KB]
I'll go for help. [10KB]
It's not kryptonite, it's just my allergies. [218KB]
Look! An elephant! [18KB]
I have no idea how the sprinkler system went off. I didn't see anything. [127KB]
Don't bother me now Lois. I'm sitting on a bomb. [215KB]
I live here. [387KB]
If I told you, it wouldn't be magic. [332KB]
I forgot something. [44KB]
I left my notes in the taxi. [128KB]
I was trying not to make any noise. [68K]
I left my clothes in the dryer. [69K]
I have to go quickly. [260KB]

Foot in mouth club.

Her pulse-rate was over 150. [286KB]
Lead-lined! [133KB]
That was a policeman kind of knock. [201KB]
I was with my folks on the phone. [155KB]


By season two, you would think Clark would be honing his skills. But then again, Mad Dog Lane can be pretty persistent. Brace yourself before proceeding. Most of the real gems come from the second season.
We should split up. [233KB]
Things are exactly as they appear. [214KB]
I have a strong prescription. [94KB]
I just remembered an errand. [60KB]
I have to go. [297KB]
I was stuck in traffic. [64KB]
I've been out covering Superman. [97KB]
I have to put more money in the meter. [86KB]
Curses! Foiled again. [109KB]
Call the police. [100KB]
I have to change my suit. [167KB]
Where have you been? [52KB]
I have to get my mail. [227KB]
Last-minute Christmas shopping [287KB]
Look over there. [24KB]
The lock must have rusted through. [80KB]
I'm making a yogurt run. [130KB] - Surprise! [322KB]

Martha's pretty good at it, too.

He's phoning in the story. [118KB]


And last, but not least... My wife's personal favorite. It's Lois turn.

Where were you last night? At an anti-Superman demonstration? [148KB]

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Since 12/21/1998
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