Monthly Archives: September 2008
The Addictive News
I get so easily sucked into crisis on t.v. as a spectator sport. I remember the spring of my sophomore year in college, I skipped some classes to keep my eyes glued to the latest reports on Columbine, even days … Continue reading
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Putting Down Roots
After a nice, albeit brief, trip to my hometown, I feel grateful that 81st Street was such a fertile planting ground for my roots. A great house, great parents, a big backyard and a best friend who lived across the … Continue reading
Filed under Wauwatosa
I Can See Clearly Now
After over a year with a severely cracked windshield, I finally ponied up the money to have it fixed. I’ve been putting it off for months (a year) because, quite frankly, I can find a lot better things to do … Continue reading
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Blame on the Lehman Brothers
Vacation is always worth it. No doubts. But, dang, catching up when you get back can take twice as much time as you were gone. I can’t believe I let the poor little blog lay dormant for over a week. … Continue reading
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At the Top of My Favorite Animals List
On a day when violence is at the forefront of our collective memory, I am thankful for the peace I feel when watching ducks. How different the world would be if we all took the time to find something in … Continue reading
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Honeycrisp Apples and Subliminal Marketing
Honeycrisp apples are in season! I happily paid $10 for a bag at the farmer’s market last weekend. What? You say, “Dang, that’s expensive for an apple!” Let me ask you: have you ever bitten in to one of these? … Continue reading
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