Archive for 2015
Kids these days
I bought a used watch that stopped the next day. I went to the jeweler and asked for a new battery. He took the watch, wound it, and handed it back. His expression never changed. I left. He hadn’t said a word. I think he might still be sitting in the back of his shop […]
This is what a scientist says when they are lying on the floor sobbing
continuing climate change will likely drive many areas of temperate forest toward large-scale transformations [link]
Perhaps a sign I am not fully recovered from yesterday’s migraine
On my way to work, I got on the bus going the wrong direction and did not even notice for a very long time. I suppose I should say, on my way away from work. I’ve lived here for four years. Guess I’ll work from home today.
Botanical advertising consulting
Perhaps when a neighbourhood is vociferously opposed to new development because your condos drive out local businesses and dramatically change the look and feel of the place, you should not use the name and imagery of a regionally invasive species for your project.
While you’re waiting for the bus
POOPING IS LOGICAL! Shit on copyright Girls Will Be Boys Great links in this post Are Drag Queens Doing Girlface? WSJ: Expert Had Urged SpaceShipTwo Be Grounded Before Fatal Flight In fight against gentrification, New Orleans City Council loosens density restrictions A Hostage Situation
Björk-less
I have learned that there are people who do not like Björk. Now that I have recovered from my initial shock, I have a few questions: How can this possibly happen? How can we support these poor souls in their bleak, empty lives?
Class jumping
I used to think cheese meant pre-wrapped slices of American cheese. Now I’m torn over whether to have oka or smoked havarti on my veggie sandwich.