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Author Archives: robchristopher
Andy Finds A Job
Yesterday, andystardust was hired for a job at the Newberry Library! This completes (for the moment) a job search which has been going on for about 3 months now. He starts the job on January 5th (they basically decided it … Continue reading
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“The Intruder”
Last night we watched “The Intruder,” a film from 1961 starring William Shatner and directed by Roger Corman. I was really unprepared for how amazing it was. I figured with that combo (Shatner/Corman) it would be offbeat but a bit … Continue reading
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Brief Moment of Thanks
I’m so happy I don’t have the flu! That’s all anyone is writing about these days. I feel a certain empathy. But don’t get too close to me in person.
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Weekend, Paul Auster, “21 Grams”
On Friday Andy & I got to meet up with Phil and Brandon. It was umm an interesting evening. Phil was acting very goofy all night, and Brandon was trying his best to be low-key and casual about everything. Andy … Continue reading
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Rain Not Snow But Who Cares?
O my gosh. I’m pretty excited. Why? http://outinamerica.com/store/giftguide.asp Although to be fair, I must inject this bit of advice: PLEASE don’t buy my book from amazon. They won’t even get it to you until after Christmas. And plus, I won’t … Continue reading
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Sleep
I wish I didn’t get so sleepy at night. But I have to get up each morning at 5.45, and that means that if I want a decent amount of sleep then I’d better go to bed at 10 or … Continue reading
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Today has been quite busy at work, which is just as well. The workday is almost over. I’m meeting Andy at Cook Bros. after work to stock up on Xmas trimmings. Cook Bros. = cheap holiday goods. We need some … Continue reading
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I’m in Estes Park, Colorado (population 5,000) at my parent’s house. It’s the first time I’ve seen the house. They built it this autumn. It’s wonderful, huge, looks like a ski lodge from the outside. 2 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a … Continue reading
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Thanks to everyone who wished Andy well yesterday. Last night his fever broke and he ended up having a good night’s sleep. He seemed much better this morning. He’ll be out of the woods soon. So I don’t feel so … Continue reading
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Poor Andy has the flu. He dragged himself to the doctor this afternoon. Now he’s home and resting. He’s got Sprite and chicken noodle soup. Looks like I’ll be in pamper mode tonight. It’s one of the nicest things about … Continue reading
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