Jive Turkey tagged to do a meme. I have to list six of my quirks. My first thought: “Wow, Jive Turkey wants to know more about me!” My next thought: “Damn, how the hell am I going to do this?” Yikes. Thanks, man! But, if this will get me [...]

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The newest nephew arrived tonight, a bit early, but healthy and happy! He showed up at 8:50 p.m., weighs 5 pounds, 12 ounces, and is a beautiful little guy. Mommy and baby (and Pops!) are doing great. He’ll be known as NN on the blog from now on, which stands for newest [...]

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1) Bad drivers. Why do you drive so far under the speed limit? If the limit is 55 mph, I expect to be going at least 60, not 40. And why don’t you turn on your lights when it’s raining? And it’s a MERGE lane, not a come-to-a-complete-stop lane.
2) When people [...]

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Today is my sister Rachel’s birthday. And twice today when I mentioned this, I got this response: “Oh, so it’s your birthday, too!” No, it’s not; I have more than one sister, folks.
So happy birthday, Ray! I thought I’d celebrate your birthday with our song:

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1) Working full-time and still being broke.
2) Hygiene confusion: Why do so many women at work brush their teeth 900 times a day but can’t seem to remember to use soap to wash their hands?
3) Spanish. Except for the word for retirement: jubilación. Those Spanish speakers got that one right.
4) Being able to [...]

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Look, I’m here posting first thing in the morning! I’ve already been out for a run, and now I’m online checking Facebook and updating the blog, all before work. How exciting! And if that’s not enough, what exciting things can I update you on? Well, let’s see. I guess all [...]

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Picture it: Albany, 2008. I’m at work. I go online to check the news and read something very sad.
Estelle Getty died today, just three days before her 85th birthday. Anyone who knows me knows my love for The Golden Girls. Or you should, anyway. I can watch the same episode [...]

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It’s been almost two weeks since I’ve written anything! I’m sure you all (?) have been wondering what’s going on (please say it like The Crazy Guy would), so here’s a recap…cheers and jeers style.
Cheers to a great party! The Pie celebrated her birthday with family and friends, lots of food, and lots [...]

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