I’ve not reported on those interminable fiscal cliff negotiations for a while, have I? I’m leaving it to others for the moment. Why? It’s one of those post-election nightmares that was easy to foresee, and seems like a losing proposition, … Continue reading →
Apparently you do outgrow your
Continue reading →Last night I came across a TV reality show that held a certain ghastly fascination and sucked me into watching it for a while. I won’t reveal which one it was (too ashamed of myself), but let’s just say it … Continue reading →
The holidays are edging—or maybe rushing—ever closer. If you’re starting to panic, don’t! There’s always trusty Amazon, just a click away on neo-neocon. I’m happy and grateful for everything you buy through clicking on one of my Amazon widgets, or … Continue reading →
I’ve long been a fan of John Updike’s short stories, although his novels—which are probably much more widely read—don’t do all that much for me. He was one of the most prolific writers of the last century, so there’s plenty … Continue reading →
Reading this reminds me of the happy fact that there wasn’t a single political discussion at my family’s Thanksgiving celebration yesterday. For me that’s a big relief, because my experience is that such things never, never, never lead to anything … Continue reading →
[NOTE: This is a repeat of an old post, with a bit added that’s new.] The big day is tomorrow. As usual, there are many pointers on how best to cook that bird. I have a simple method: it almost … Continue reading →
Is it really over? The iconic American trio of Wonder Bread, Ding Dongs, and Twinkies, done in by a strike? Apparently so: We deeply regret the necessity of today’s decision, but we do not have the financial resources to weather … Continue reading →
I just voted. My polling place was not too crowded. I couldn’t tell a thing from the crowd; their faces were pleasant and inscrutable. Mostly women at this time of day, many with little children. I find Election Day to … Continue reading →
In my neck of the woods all’s well so far (knock wood vigorously). I still have power—which is nothing short of a miracle, considering how easily we lose it here. It’s been gloomy, mostly rainy, and windy, but there have … Continue reading →
Almost all you hear lately around these parts is warnings about the coming hurricane. I fully expect to lose power. But I lose power when there’s even a whisper of wind. I just hope this time it’s not for long. … Continue reading →
I came across a video that was touted as amazing, featuring a 75-year-old man who still teaches ballet. My first thought was, “That’s not the least bit amazing.” Quite a few of the ballet teachers of my youth reached that … Continue reading →