Archive for February, 2010

Wednesday, February 17th, 2010

Is Dumb The New Black?

Remember back in the early 80’s when Wham! went from leather-clad Bad Boys to feather-haired Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go boys in tight Dolfin shorts?  The video for WMUBYGG sparked a popular fashion trend with those Katharine Hamnett over-sized t-shirts with large block letter slogans.  George Michael wears one in the WMUBYGG video that stated, [...]

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Monday, February 8th, 2010

Someone

Ray prepared a fantastic dinner this evening.  Seared tuna fillets with mashed garlic sweet potatoes and a medley of sautéed carrots, yellow peppers and onions topped off with bread dipped in olive oil & balsamic vinegar. After setting the table, I put on Pat Metheny’s “One Quiet Night” and poured some more wine.
As we ate dinner, I, for some reason, [...]

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Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010

Mister Depression

Mr. Depression showed up at my door a couple of months ago.  I hate him.  He hangs on like that dinner guest who doesn’t seem to realize that a dwindling fireplace, empty bottle of wine and frequent yawns from the host is very good indication that it’s time to leave.
Mr. Depression has overstayed his visit.
As [...]

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