Recently a drainage pipe under the house broke.  It took far longer to realize what was going on than is even remotely reasonable. It was when the fly population exploded that we finally realized something had to be done.  My wife, of course, was there to look out for the (very) little guy. When we […]

They’e everywhere, and they’re almost too painful to look at.  The awkward family photos.  But sometimes I can’t help but think, you know… good on ya.  Good.  On. Ya. 1. Okay, they’re not in great shape… at all… but look at their faces.  They are in to it.   And you totally get the archetype […]

Look, there’s no question about it.  This situation in Syria is complicated and disturbing, top to bottom, start to finish.  And anyone who says they know exactly what to do either doesn’t have all the information, or is lying. Which is why you need me.  Because I know exactly what to do. But don’t just […]

There are two kinds of people when it comes to singing songs you only kind of know the words to.  Those who stop, and those who persevere. Below are the lyrics to the old Irish song, “Whiskey In The Jar,” as sung by me yesterday, in proper, Irish stubborn refusal to give up. Here’s the […]

“Get to a dark place as quickly as possible and try to lure the bee out of your ear with a single source of light like a flashlight… Never try to pull it out with your fingers.” – From “Tormented By A Bee In Your Ear,” Dangerous Situations, And How To Escape in One Piece, […]

Look, I like to think I can make with the occasional bit of funny here.  But I know who’s in charge.  And that Monarch is, of course, The Onion. Sorry, Brits – The Daily Mash is pretty great, but The Onion is, frankly, staggering.  And today they are 25 years old.  So, to celebrate in […]

**From the desk of the Principal.** Dear Teachers, Welcome back, staff of Lakeshore High!  I hope you had a terrific summer and you’re excited for a great year!  Remember how important your job is, and that our community respects and appreciates what you do here.  Some of you may feel discouraged after last week’s “Teachers […]

The US government has just formally, officially acknowledged the existence of Nevada’s infamous “Area 51” – where some believe an alien spacecraft crashed in the early 1950’s – saying that it was a base for the development of U2 spy planes.  What does this acknowledgement mean? The residents of Area 51 can finally get their […]