Monthly Archives: November 2006

I have several dozen things I wish I could write down at this moment. But I’m at work and it’s going to be busy. And then there’s lots to do after work. Blah.

The leftover turkey is gone. The mashed potatoes are gone. Last night I made up a final plate, and then I sat on the couch and watched the end of “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” It was a very pleasant ten … Continue reading →

(Random Order) My Eleven Favorite Cocktails: Mai Tai Margarita Martini Bunueloni Manhattan Suffering Bastard The Abbey El Diablo Harvey Wallbanger Fish House Punch Corpse Reviver

It’s one of those days where I don’t feel like I have that much to say but I have to say something anyway. I have to write a post for Chicagoist to go up tomorrow. I guess I’ll just throw … Continue reading →

#1, my wonderful boyfriend. #2, this glass of Coppola pinot noir at my elbow. #3, the Dems regaining control of Congress. #4, Robert Altman got some long-overdue respect before he died. #5, while my job sucks, it pays very well … Continue reading →

It truly does feel as if a friend has died. I remember seeing The Player in high school and being filled with delight, and then shortly after that Nashville, which confused me more than anything I’d ever seen before. I … Continue reading →

Here is a beautiful post by Jeffrey Overstreet about Robert Altman. I may have to watch a film of his tonight.

Filmmaker Robert Altman Is Dead It is truly a sad day. I have dreaded it for years. His films and technique have touched me more than almost any other filmmaker.

Every single person here at work today is annoying the hell out of me. Every. Single. Person. I don’t think I’ve ever heard so many asinine questions and meaningless statements. Please send 4 o’clock to me early before I bitch-slap someone.