My Only Political Commentary This Year

Oh well

I just read Raymond Carver's "Little Things" and it made me hate him.  I don't know how long it will last but things will never be the same between us.

A Change of Key Will Let You Out

Wow.  I just had to share - you know how it is.

Don't Forget Me

I'm working on a new website.  And a book.  And a job.  And...

And I'll be around soon, with lots of good news.

Aerlksnd lsiurs sitat? Iklmt lsiret sler !!!!!

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I stopped drinking coffee yesterday.

If you see me shaking in the corner and mumbling about unlocking the secrets of the Antikythera Mechanism, just put a blanket around me and walk away quietly.

Welcome!

Dear Niece,

Welcome to the world.  If you need anything, let me know.

Uncle Moose

Captain's Log: Passing the Horn of Midnight

"If you see the teeth of the lion, do not think that the lion is smiling at you."

Al-Mutanabbi

To this I would add, "If you stick you head in the mouth of the lion, do not think the lion is kissing you."

I am once again at the helm of the Night Ship, headed into the long channels of the Dark.  If I reach the Morning Isles, I will say one prayer for you, one prayer for me, and one prayer for the sleep we've lost along the way.

Now take the wheel while I go below for coffee and self pity.