I had planned a rather witty blog post for today. Well, I thought it was witty. Opinions may vary. But I had a sad and difficult day at work, and I just don’t feel very witty at the moment. I thought I would share one of my very favorite quotes with you instead. Well, it’s […]
Archives for 2011
iPods and Goodnights
October 13, 2011 by 7 Comments
The passing of the brilliant Steve Jobs has reminded me of the story of when I acquired my dearly beloved iPod, and I thought I’d share it with you. I think this saga will give you an idea of my single-minded determination as well as my tendency towards knuckleheaded idiocy. As you read this, please […]
Pictures of Cats
October 11, 2011 by 8 Comments
Today, as creative juices are a little short in supply, I thought that I would share pictures of cats. Specifically, pictures of MY cats. Everyone needs a little warm fuzzy time. So, okay. Here are Emily and Oliver as babies. Emily is the one with the black ears. In this picture, it looks like she […]
A Few Things I Learned After My Book Was Released
October 9, 2011 by 6 Comments
I was on vacation last week, so I actually had time to think. Thinking time has been at a premium for the past couple of months, but last week I was able to reflect on some of the things I’ve learned now that my book has been released. As you may, or may not, know, […]
Reasons and Excuses
October 6, 2011 by 2 Comments
“If God gives you something you can do, then why in God’s name wouldn’t you do it?” Stephen King On Writing This quote from Stephen King is one of my favorite lines from his wonderful book On Writing. I think it’s one of my favorites because I find it one of the most challenging things […]
From The Doctor’s Office
October 4, 2011 by 4 Comments
Here’s a little stream of consciousness riff on my visit to the doctor’s office this morning. Proving that you can find a blog post everywhere you go. Time spent waiting to see doctor: 1 hour Time spent with medical professionals (doctor and nurse): 30 minutes. A fairly good ratio. This was my first visit to […]
