Category Archives: Reality is a Harsh Mistress
Differences
I am not glad to be back. On several occasions throughout my weekend in Denver I thought about staying. “The hell with it,” says I, “I’ve got nearly a week’s worth of clothes, I’ve got a suit and a tie, … Continue reading
Fallen
No, no. Just a little bandage is all I’ll be needin’ And a few minutes off my feet. Me brogans are killin’ me. — Buster Kilrain, “Gettysburg” I dunno if a very real descendant of Protestant Huguenots would appreciate being … Continue reading
Progress
Today I bought a refurbished MacBook Pro and a just-announced iPod Touch. Because I’m always nervous after I spend enormous amounts of money I went back to see what I’ve spent on similar stuff over the years. It blew my … Continue reading
Hopeless
A true story, which demonstrates the futility of hard work. I was told I was a smart guy. I’ve been told I do a good job. I’ve even gotten a couple of gold stars. My reward for exceptional ability – … Continue reading
Crazy
A typical night out in New Jersey. Try to stop and get some grub and a beer and watch a little bit of Pedro’s second appearance in a Phillies uniform. End up talking to a unemployed, crazy, suicidal Yankees fan … Continue reading