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(non)Update
Still no computer. Perhaps Tuesday or Wednesday. Damn it.
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excerpt from “Tiny Apocalypse,” my novel-in-progress
Lem no longer noticed he was there. He was paying attention to how it felt to be standing there inside his bones, which were covered by muscles and skin.
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Our Story So Far
Tuesday, 22 March, early morning: a power surge causes the motherboard on my computer to fry, making it nonfunctional. Tuesday afternoon: I discover the problem and call the Best Buy tech support hotline and speak to a helpful, knowledgeable lady … Continue reading
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I’m at the office, wearing my W.C. Fields tie. I’m kind of amazed that I still remember how to TIE a tie. It’s the kind of day I wish I still had the red Mustang convertible, driving down the Pacific … Continue reading
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Because I Don’t Have Everyone’s Email Addresses Handy
Yes, DVD Night is Wednesday at 7.30pm @ Rob & Andy’s Place … let me know ASAP if you’re not coming so I can take your choice out of the queue.
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Time to try on shorts again? Tomorrow it will be 70 degrees here! We hafta “dress up” tomorrow for a client visit, so Brandon and I have agreed to wear ties. I’m going to wear my W.C Fields tie. It’s … Continue reading
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Still without a computer, until tomorrow (if all goes well). Very disorienting. I’m at a net cafe right now. Such technological slaves are we. Am I. Last night I watched “Amadeus” on DVD and I still love that movie. Made … Continue reading
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Terribly Noteworthy Tech Tragedy; Feedback Requested
Yesterday I came home from work to find that my computer would not turn on. I tried different outlets, unplugging/replugging the power cord etc. etc. all to no avail. So I dug up my Best Buy warranty paperwork and called … Continue reading
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Cubra Libre tastes much better than plain old rum & Coke. Exotic … A bit melancholy. Dunno why.
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