Archive for the ‘My Take’ Category
Who knew it wasn’t merely hyperbole?
You’ve likely heard your mom say it at some point. I know Cat and I heard it many times in our years together from various people. We mostly relegated it to the “eh, over exaggeration” category and moved on. But it’s absolutely, one hundred percent true. What is? Enjoy your child while it lasts. Everything moves [...]
Accepting Peeism
I’ve struggled to define my faith. I’d say I don’t have much of one, but apparently I’m 100% Universal Unitarian. Of course, the primary tenet of that “faith” seems to be an abiding ability to successfully breathe oxygen. But I believe I’ve discovered the road to true enlightenment and, possibly, even transcendence. I give to you [...]
I feel so wrong
I don’t consider myself a redneck. I live in North Carolina which somewhat besmirches my good reputation at not being a redneck. I grew up in Pensacola and went to a high school that had a per capita Copenhagen consumption measured in metric tons. For the females. I say this partly in reflex, partly in [...]
Sorry, squirrel, you had your chance
I had an appointment today at the house with the Squirrel Terminators. I didn’t necessarily want to. I gave the little turd every opportunity to leave my attic in peace but she didn’t take it. I have a squirrel trap, had it set up in the attic for 3 days and was well prepared to [...]
One step up from anarchy
Apparently, a lot of Muslims are angry about some comics depicting their prophet. This is obviously impetus enough to storm and torch embassies, hurl firebombs at peacekeeping forces, and basically act a fool. I understand being offended. I’m sure there are things I’d find offensive if depicted in a comic. I understand being angry. But, so [...]
Boycott blister packs
I’ve reached the point of no return. After damn near losing a finger trying to extricate my Logitech Harmony 360 remote from its hermetically sealed packaging, I’ve entered a realm within which I have rarely tread. I was left seething and frustrated as I searched for some mortal tool with which I could actually crack [...]
When Morons Attack!
You remember that lady that won, like, a billion dollars suing McDonald’s because she spilled hot coffee on herself? It appears that idiocy is the path to riches in America these days. Witness the latest attempt. An owner of Apple Computer Inc.’s iPod music player filed a federal lawsuit against the computer maker, claiming [...]
A new low for spam titles
Admittedly, I’ve been getting some doosies, but this one caught me right. SHY TO FCUK WITH UR SHORT GUN? L0NGER 3″ INSTANTLY different Whether it’s the colorful euphemisms, the subtle ‘leet speak, the Bayesian-confounding (well, attempted confounding anyway) misspellings or the implied condescension, it adds up to a hilarious and ridiculous attempt. Especially considering [...]
