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Spices, Pinatas, Collapse

Posted on July 16, 2008 by robchristopher

Yesterday when I got off work I made my way north to the Spice House, where I indulged myself by buying three jars of seasonings: Spicy Cajun, Taco, and Sunny Paris. I really love just spending time in the store … Continue reading →

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Habit

Posted on July 15, 2008 by robchristopher

From an article. Ah, how true: “Habits are formed when the memory associates specific actions with specific places or moods,” said Dr. Wood, a professor of psychology and neuroscience at Duke. “If you regularly eat chips while sitting on the … Continue reading →

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3 things about Guy Maddin’s MY WINNIPEG

Posted on July 13, 2008 by robchristopher

My Winnipeg [2007] 1. Anne Savage’s pronunciation of “tire iron.” 2. Three or four travelers slumped over a table on a train car, continuously falling asleep and then trying to wake up. 3. I’m paraphrasing here but Guy Maddin says, … Continue reading →

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Posted on July 11, 2008 by robchristopher

Today during my lunchbreak I thought I’d get a haircut. I decided to try out this little barbershop across the street from my office building. It’s a garden-level place called the Medina Barbershop. I’d never been there before. I walk … Continue reading →

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3 things about Fritz Lang’s THE BIG HEAT

Posted on July 11, 2008 by robchristopher

The Big Heat [1953] 1. The graffiti on the walls of the phone booth at The Retreat nightclub. 2. Gloria Grahame stirring up a pitcher of cocktails with what looks like a candy cane. 3. Lee Marvin peels off some … Continue reading →

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FISA/OBAMA

Posted on July 10, 2008 by robchristopher

Ah yes, the FISA bill … Joey asked me last night how I felt about Obama’s vote. I don’t honestly know. Sure, I’m disappointed. But I also believe that he knows what he’s doing, and that his decision was probably … Continue reading →

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Posted on July 9, 2008 by robchristopher

  Bird Ate My DonutTonight! @ Bottom Lounge  Yup, I’ll be there. And I’ll be there early, around 6:30, for a bite to eat and a drink or two. So look for me if you come.

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Grace Jones – Corporate Cannibal

Posted on July 8, 2008 by robchristopher

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FgMn2OJmx3wFrom the new album, which will be released this fall! Whoa. I am freakin’ excited.

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Posted on July 8, 2008 by robchristopher

Good lord, today has been spent in spreadsheet hell. I want a big drink this evening.

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Posted on July 8, 2008 by robchristopher

Ladies and Gentlemen, My Muxtape

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