Must not be much going on in Auburn Maine. My sister and her family attended the local Empty Bowls Supper, and it made the newspaper. (I went to the Empty Bowl luncheon last week here in Winston-Salem). As the article notes, my nephew Zach was unable to attend. But not to worry — his whereabouts were covered in another article … Read More
Synchronized Fainting
How is this possible? The pool was full of kids at the time, but for some reason, the three girls who were practicing synchronized swimming at the deep end of the pool all fainted and went under at the same time.
Defying Gravity
That’s still-life performance artist, Johan Lorbeer. (The link shows how he does it).
Dear Abby Hijacked: Volume Three
Another installment: DEAR ABBY: For most of my life, I have parted my hair on the right. I am now being told that men should part their hair on the left. Is there a correct side for men? — HARRY W., MORRO BAY, CALIF. Dear Harry: No, there is no correct side, as long as it doesnt make your hair … Read More
Then And Now
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If Horton Lived In My Neighborhood
A McSweeney’s List by WENDI AARONS Horton Hears a Leaf Blower Horton Hears a Car Alarm Horton Hears a Teenager, Who Apparently Doesn’t Believe in Car Mufflers, Driving Way Too Damn Fast Horton Hears an Ambulance Horton Hopes It’s for the Teenager Horton Hears a Basketball Bouncing Horton Always Hears a Basketball Bouncing Horton Hears a Basketball Bouncing So Fucking … Read More
S’up?
You would think that after not blogging for a couple of days, I would have something to write about. Not so. Been busy with work, Whorehouse rehearsal, getting ready for the closing week of Nebula of Georgia, late night chats, and so on. Missed the debate last night. Apparently it was a travesty, with emphasis on gaffes and gotchas, and … Read More
Baby News [Bumped and Promoted]
Heather is delivering her baby today, after staying up all night with contractions. Looks like her husband Jeff was live-blogging it from the hospital this morning (they’re still waiting around as of 8:45 am), although as the day goes on, I suspect he will have better things to do. Thought and prayers to the two three of them. UPDATE: Cassandra … Read More
“The Nebula of Georgia” Is A Hit!
Very positive review from the Greensboro News and Record (sorry, only dead-tree version), praising every cast member as well as the play itself: "familiar characters in a fun dramedy…southern flavor penned by a damn Yankee…it’s easy to see this enjoyable show becoming a staple for the theatre…characters are well drawn and familiar…this show is likely to sell out!" Gotta love … Read More
Postcards From Yo Momma
A website devoted to internet emails sent by mothers.
Opening Night
Little nervous about "The Nebula of Georgia" — it’s a new space for me — but I think it’s going to be pretty good. Advance sales are doing well…..
Quote Of The Day
Be courteous to all, but intimate with few, and let those few be well tried before you give them your confidence. True friendship is a plant of slow growth, and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity before it is entitled to the appellation. – George Washington (1732 – 1799)
Congrats To The New Jumbo!
At my undergrad alma mater, Tufts University, there sits a cannon on the hilltop by the chapel, a gift from the City of Medford to Tufts University in 1956. In 1977, some joker painted the cannon with a political slogan, and a Tufts tradition was started. Since them, the cannon has been painted and repainted countless times for birthdays, to … Read More