I Gush. So Sue Me.

Perhaps you’ve wondered why the silence for the last 6 days. Well, I was away. My brother was rowing in the 2005 USRowing National Youth Invitational. In other words, the winners at this regatta are the best junior (i.e. high school) rowers in the nation.
Intermission: I just saw the most gigantic ant [...]

The Grass is Always Greener

I used self-tanner today. Twice. The first dose offered just enough instant gratification that I decided to go for it again. Not sure if the second go-round was a good idea. I think I’m looking a little splotchy.
Anyway, it’s all about envy of the cookies.
I’m Dutch, Irish and Scotch. I’m [...]

Welcome To My World

So, our family is enjoying a night out for dinner. The kids turn up their noses at most of the food in front of them. As usual.
“Would you like to try some rice & beans?”
“No! I don’t like it!” comes the reply, accompanied by the equally unattractive furrowed-brow look. It matters [...]

What About Us?

A report was just released about the treatment of the Quran by guards at Guantanamo Bay. There have been stories circulating about guards mishandling the Quran. According to the report, some stories are true and some have no evidence to support them.
I do think the Quran should be respected. Absolutely. What [...]

A Very Bad Habit

I like to watch people. It’s very interesting and it’s free. I can’t ask for much more than that. The problem is, there’s a fine line between watching people and staring at them. I very often cross the line. Take yesterday.
My daughter wants her ears pierced so we go to [...]

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