Plan A
I was listening to Ira Glass of This American Life discussing the concept of a Plan B for an episode of the same name. He said that in a room…
I don’t get it
I know it’s hip and trendy to love Wes Anderson’s films, but I don’t. I thought that Rushmore was okay, The Life Aquatic was overrated, The Darjeeling Limited was slow…
Linguistic complaints
Admit it. I say that someone is nearsighted, and you automatically think that the person cannot see things up close. Then, after a few seconds, you remember that you must…
Feeling better about myself
In reference to the aged audience of CBS’s Survivor, a television critic on Bill Simmon’s podcast said, “The only people watching a show that runs as long as Survivor are…
The Ethicist: Golfing allowed on day two?
My friend Tom asked me to address the following question as part of my new role as The Ethicist: THE QUESTION: Is it okay to go golfing while your wife…
Does this mean I can get into Heaven?
Today I was told by a man that although he knew that I did not believe in God, he still thought that I was a good Christian. I’m not sure…
Rules of a gun fight
I'm not exactly a gun fan, but this website, which lists the rules of a gunfight, is simply genius. Funny, clever, and loaded with the truth. A few of my…
Deprived youth
I was speaking to a group of Newington High School students yesterday about writing. In attempting to explain the importance of twisting stereotypes and giving the reader the unexpected, I…
Dregs of the Earth in my baby book
With the birth of my daughter, I’ve recently spent some time flipping through my baby book. It’s been quite enlightening. The best part about the baby book is that it…
Peeing your pants with aplomb
Racing through the pharmacy this morning in search of batteries, I passed through the feminine hygiene products aisle, and while there, I couldn’t help but notice that there is a…
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