Archive | 2012

Please Hire Me To Be A Supreme Court Justice

April 26, 2012

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The Supreme Court seems to be having some trouble lately.  Justices not showing up for work, having inadequate experience, sitting there silently for 6-year spans of time (that would be Thomas).  Maybe they need some new blood.  Someone to shake things up.  Someone who would bring a new approach to law. Someone like me. Why […]

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A Brief History of Kidneybean

April 24, 2012

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Getting everyone up to speed, from yesterday’s big news (for me)… One night, we’re watching a movie.  A preview comes on for Big Miracle, a Drew Barrymore movie about whales.  It looks… not great. My wife turns to me and says, “That looks good,” and then bursts into tears. Sobbing. Then she starts laughing, because […]

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This Means, Of Course, That He Or She Will Win Every Contest I Have.

April 23, 2012

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Here at The Byronic Man, we believe in doing things the old-fashioned way.  Earning our bones, so to speak.  So, sure, I’d love to expand my readership at a fast-pace, but I’m more concerned with quality readers – readers I care about and cultivate.  And so I’m very, very, very excited to let you know […]

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This Is Just For You To Say…

April 22, 2012

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The other day I did a post based off of William Carlos Williams’ poem “This Is Just To Say.”  I offered a couple parody versions, and we all had a good laugh, and shared and grew closer.  Remember? The thing is, these parody versions are fun and I think everyone should join in.  Don’t worry […]

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You Must Be This Creative To Go On This Ride

April 21, 2012

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Well, one thing is clear – there are a lot of theme parks options out there that people aren’t taking advantage of.  People without the imagination and vision of The Byronic Fans. (Side note:  Whadya think… “Byronic Fans”… catchy?  Stupid?  Demeaning?  I’m tired of writing “Readers of The Byronic Man,”  and this is shorter.  Also […]

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Hey, K8edid, Let’s Play 20 Questions!

April 19, 2012

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Today’s 20 Questions interview is with the incomparable K8edid. Her site is an amalgam of humor, poetry and recipes that give you a pretty comprehensive sense of her, for being someone you’ve never met – which is pretty impressive for a blog.  She claims to be a “closet writer,” but don’t you believe it.  She’s […]

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This Is Just To Say…

April 17, 2012

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“This Is Just To Say” By William Carlos Williams I have eaten the plums that were in the icebox   and which you were probably saving for breakfast   Forgive me they were delicious so sweet and so cold   This is Just To Say… Under no circumstances eat The plums That are in The […]

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Side Effects May Include…

April 16, 2012

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Happitame!  For temporary relief of minor symptoms associate with colds and allergies.  No more sneezing; watery, itchy eyes; or runny nose.  Enjoy life again: with Happitame! Dosage:  Adults: Take 1 pill twice a day for relief from allergy symptoms.  Do not exceed 2 pills in a single day.  Also, do not take fewer than 2 […]

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