Firecrackers were available, and parents allowed us to play with them. It was tolerated. Mommy didn’t hold my hand walk me to the bus stop each and every day. And she didn’t fretfully wait with me until the bus picked me up. After the first two days of kindergarten, I was left to walk those two blocks…alone. Bicycle helmets? WHAT bicycle helmets? [...]
Archive for May 2010
How I Was Neglected and Abused as a Child
May 31, 2010This is why I have a 4WD and not a Lame-Ass Smart Car
May 29, 2010Two words: Yee. Haw.
Viking Warehouse Clearance Sale!
May 27, 2010VIKING DONUTS Are you Norseman enough to eat these? Comes in three flavours: Armour-plated, Spiked-Mace Crûller, and Molten-Lead Filled (with sprinkles). Price: 5 bronze pieces a dozen. a WEEK-OLD COD Perfect for a low-budget nutritious meal. Or for smacking negligent husbands with. Price: 1 silver piece a ASSORTED THRALLS Our stockade is filled with these surplus captives, [...]
God Forbid Should The Movies Ever Show…
May 27, 2010…a 115-lb. female who’s not a martial arts expert, and who can’t beat the crap out of a Neanderthal male three times her size. …a sheriff from the Deep South who’s respected, honest and intelligent, not to mention physically fit. …a bad guy who restrains their victim with handcuffs behind the back, like the cops do. (As opposed to the hands in front, where [...]
Some Brief Job Descrpitions
May 20, 2010The Queen of England – Wear circa 1962 coats, with matching hat + gloves. – Wave your hand during the opening of shopping Malls, Olympic games, etc. – Appear on coins. – Feed your Corgis. a Newton the Centaur – Wait around for danger, and then summon Herc with your Moon-beam belt – Neigh gleefully when [...]
Been Fishin’…
May 18, 2010With Friar’s Mom, after work. First time in a canoe together, since her bicycle accident last year. . . We got some, too.
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May 6, 2010a Sigh. I give up.
Friar’s Guide to Malnutrition
May 5, 2010Just remember the four basic food groups: Sugar, Salt, Caffeine and Fat.
The umpteen ways they can decide NOT to hire you for that dream job.
May 4, 2010Back in our parents day, if they wanted a job, they went down to the Personel Office, filled in an application form in pen, and where were hired on the spot. For the next 35 years, with benefits and full pension. Unlike today, where companies can decide NOT to hire you, based on the following: [...]