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Author Archives: robchristopher
The Great Crunch/Ballys Rip-Off Saga, Part III
So … as you know, I’ve been dealing with Crunch/Ballys trying to swindle me into abiding by a 3-year contract despite the fact that the “fitness representative” told me it was a 30-day no-strings-attached free membership. Plot thickens. FINALLY I … Continue reading
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R.I.P. Janet Leigh, 1927-2004
Gosh, she was great, and so modest about her work. There wouldn’t be “Psycho” without her.
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Far be it from me to conclude, but I believe that John Kerry won the debate. To be charitable you could say that it was a DRAW (which means that Bush, as incumbent, lost). This is the president of the … Continue reading
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So I’ve settled on a plan of action. After work today (which for those of you who don’t know is the Last Day Of The Fiscal Year AKA HellCram For Lazy Government Employees) I shall go to Happy Hour at … Continue reading
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I’m finally reading “The Sketch Book” by Washington Irving, and loving it. It’s antiquated, it’s quaint, and it’s very enjoyable. Frighteningly slow day at work today. Does that mean it will be crazy-busy over the next few days? Wendy’s last … Continue reading
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Bush’s Ballad
I’m standing firm in my theory: Glen Campbell’s “Rhinestone Cowboy” unwittingly portrays the ascent of George W. Bush. One look at the lyrics and you’ll feel as if you’re reading a truncated version of his autobiography: I’ve been walkin’ these … Continue reading
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You all hafta check out my friend Jeremy’s ultra cool blog at http://thejeremyshow2004.blogspot.com/ … okay, so he’s not on LJ, but it’s still damn impressive.
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Wow, I guess yesterday’s poem was a real big hit … Looking forward to “A Dirty Shame” (the new John Waters movie) on Friday. It’s gonna be playing at Piper’s Alley, 8 o’clock show. And THAT means after-work margaritas & … Continue reading
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TINY FEW american, pride flag red bricks, brown window frame among other things my, my look at them all look at all those stars murdered you, us otherwise engaged, burnt orange of a squashed brunch yellow with terror or, just … Continue reading
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