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And Then Autumn Arrived

And Then Autumn Arrived The feeling of newness to the condo was hard to be avoided. Surely, the construction of the place was over forty years ago, but the interior had been scrubbed and more-than-spit-washed. Darryl realized he had struck a pose in the middle of the living room with a dish rag in his hand and his bald head gleaming with sweat.     The last box had been destroyed by his hands, just fifteen minutes ago. Life affords everyone second and third chances. This condo was to become his second. He had no idea what had happened to him back in Washington. Perhaps it was being locked up all winter when the snows came; the summers that had an eerie stillness to them before rain. Whatever the case may be, he cleaned everything, moved what few items he had to Florida and found this fantastic deal on this condo.     This very clean and very new inside condo.     He walked out to the alley way, folding the box with such precision, that on...

Borders employees list complaints, grievances | Shelf Life | EW.com

Being a bookie regular, I had to appreciate this. My favorite? “We’re going to Barnes and Nobles!” Please, please do. I’m sad to see the demise of the bookstore in general, but, hey, there’s always the library! Seriously, keep reading. Especially since next week is the “Banned Book Week!”  Enjoy the LINK: Borders employees list complaints, grievances | Shelf Life | EW.com

Warrior Film Review

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Trailer… Movie Review I used to box, but I wasn't very good at all, I hate to admit. I detested jumping around, especially jumping rope, but here's the thing--I was thinner then any other time. Your body does respond. Then I got married and wasn't allowed to spar any more. Not that it mattered. I only sparred three times. Two of those times was against my female kickboxing coach. Yes, she kicked my ass. But the experience was completely meditative. No, seriously. There's something to be said that, when you're in the ring, nothing else really matters. You had a shitty day at work? You might not want to dwell on that. That fucknut who cut in front of you in the line at Disney World? Remember, you do, technically, have the ability to kill him. However, when there’s a fist or two heading towards your head, you can’t really think about those kinds of things. I miss boxing. I don't know if I could ever go back in my current state, really. A...

9/11 Anniversary: World Remembers, Reflects On September 11th

Look, I have a friend who has posted 32 different videos about September 11th. I guess we all mourn and remember things in different ways. But, well, really? I’m sad and blue today, to be sure, but having angst rubbed in my face isn’t going to cure the nation. Still, as I ask to you to remember the date—the purpose behind it still is not defined. We are still, as a people, reeling and mulling for an answer.  9/11 Anniversary: World Remembers, Reflects On September 11th

Wisconsin Official Instructs Staff Not To Mention Free IDs For Voting

You do realize, of course, Wisconsin was the first state to pass a state-wide gay-rights ordinance in the seventies. Then this happens! Seriously? Believe it or not, I’m fine with the showing of IDs. I’m NOT fine with trying to get money for nothing. I’d tell everyone, frankly. Wisconsin Official Instructs Staff Not To Mention Free IDs For Voting