Spilled Ink Guy (possibly not his real name) over at Refrigerator Magnate is an artist who posts – primarily – images of his artworks with a little of the background. I first discovered him through Peg-o-Leg, when she did her “Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup” series, and have been an avid follower ever since. His use […]
July 3, 2012
Independence As Choice
Yesterday and today I’ve been offering a point/counterpoint with myself on my complicated feelings about Independence Day. Yesterday: a story of what I can’t stand about it. Today? A little less lengthy, a little less funny, a lot less snarky. Today: Why Independence Day is great. I’m a fan of holidays in general. I like […]
July 2, 2012
Freedom: Let That S*** Ring.
I have a, let’s say, complicated relationship with the 4th of July – Independence Day. On one hand, I love what it stands for. On the other hand? Worst holiday of the year. So today and tomorrow, I offer a point/counterpoint with myself on the best, and worst, of our Independence Day. Today: Why it’s […]
July 1, 2012
Maybe There Is Such A Thing As “Too Safe”…
Okay, Byromaniacs, it’s Sunday, and that means it’s time for good wholesome fun. Also, for the Weekly Question of the Week! This week – we’re going for the caption contest again. Take a bit, savor the photo below and then hit us with your favorite caption! Hit us with a bunch! (Also, don’t forget to […]
June 30, 2012
I’ve Got One Word For You, Hollywood: “Dragons”
Last week’s Weekly Question of the Week – about which movie would most benefit from the addition of a fire-breathing dragon – proved to be tremendously popular. An unprecedented number of entries! This, I believe, suggests the following things: 1. Everybody loves dragons 2. I should apparently base my questions off of bizarre dreams I […]
June 29, 2012
Dispatches From The Great, Rainy North
I’ve been in Seattle all week. As such my time has been pretty catch-as-catch-can, and instead of a coherent post, I offer this hodge-podge: It’s rained most of the time. This has not been shocking. The sun came out for one afternoon and it was like the government had collapsed. What’s happening? The world makes […]
June 27, 2012
Well, That’s “News” To Me
I wound up seeing the morning “news” while waiting for a ride in a lobby yesterday. The stories? A guy was filling his gas tank and playing with a lighter and set himself on fire. A man pushed a woman out of a moving car. There was a fire at an old folks home, and […]
June 26, 2012
Airport Security: The Best Friend Who’ll Ever Indefinitely Detain You Without Charge
The TSA has begun working on reforming its methods at America’s airports to be more friendly and considerate of travelers passing through security checkpoints. – AP Newswire item Hi there! Where you headed? Ah, Dublin, Ireland. Well, top ‘o the morning to ye! Ha ha. They don’t really say that, of course. Beautiful country. Have […]
The Byronic Man 
July 5, 2012
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