I am thoroughly aware that we don’t make as many purchases in a conventional manner. This conventional method starts with that painful propelling of our bodies, executing step after arduous step, eyes downcast, and mouth scowled in disapproval, gradually reaching beyond our twenty-yard walkways, and entering our, heated seats included, vehicles. It continues with the ultimate encumbrance, […]
Category: Bemoaning the human condition
Twigs, Accumulation, and the Meaning behind Names
What is a pyre? I know its meaning, though many may not. There is no shame in being unaware, or not exposed to this word. It is fairly antiquated, and does not find use in casual dialogue. Allow me to present the MW-Whatever brand you prefer definition of this word. A pyre, by definition, is a heap or pile of wood or other combustible material, especially one used for cremating a corpse. So, […]
Exchanging Courtesy
Catchy phrases occur in everyday conversation. One would be hard pressed to navigate any day without hearing at least half a dozen colloquialisms. If you think you are typically immune to hearing these oft-repeated idioms, let me mention a few for you. “It is what it is.” “Easier said than done.” “Keep an eye on […]
Light Speed
Has it been a manic holiday season for you? If you agree with the statement, was it a result of self-imposed stress? Did you put too much upon yourself, to do too much for others? Did you make the act of freely giving to others an anxiousness-inducing millstone? Did the intent upon selflessness become the worrisome burden […]
And then Donkey said to Frog “What is going on with these humans!”
Sometimes behaviors strike me as odd, inappropriate, or socially rude. People who don’t follow a reasonable “human” traffic flow at a mall bother me. People who smoke while pumping gas, really irritate me. Those that deliberately misspell words, for example, using wit instead of with, gets under my skin. (Admittedly the brutally excruciating effort required […]
INVINCIBURRITO!!!
Usually, I feel invincible. I exercise with intensity and fervor. I drink and eat with gusto. I work energetically and passionately. I devote myself diligently to my music and writing. I consume the worlds entertainments whole-heartedly. I push through weariness and scoff at the idea of rest. And occasionally, these drives all catch up to […]
Go ahead. Touch the handle!
You are out enjoying your shopping experience, restaurant experience, or any out-in-public experience. The urge strikes. It won’t be ignored. There won’t be a way to suppress it until you return home. You must use the bathroom. It’s inevitable. The propensity to micturate or defecate must occur. Even if it weren’t to occur to you, […]
I’ve got the pistols so I get the pesos
Is the followup line to “Everybody knows, that the world is full of stupid people” as belted by the band the Refreshments on their single Banditos. Now I’ve never been a fan of this group, nor have I followed their career with any intense interest. But this particular song and its ironic message about unconscionably foolish […]
I’m gonna lose 15 pounds and feel great!
Ah the New Years resolution. It is such a noble pursuit. One sets a goal with intentions of betterment. That one day of willpower and determination causing loud booze-fueled declarations for change and alterations of 364 days of non-action. For those who actually recall their new years resolution, the success rate is 8%. Not a […]