Sep
29
Yeah, I’m an idiot, but those furry little bastards are so adorable. This is my first attempt at live blogging, so here goes nothing.
To recap the final episode of season 1, Flower and the gang have successfully defended their burrow from Big Cy and the Lazuli clan. The pups were found hiding safe within the [...]
Sep
29
The Return of Meerkat Manor
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The 2nd season of Meerkat Manor begins tonight on Animal Planet. I found myself sucked into this show over the summer and quickly got addicted to the curious exploits of the Whisker Clan. In true television form, the first season ended with a cliffhanger regarding the fate of the brave Shakespeare, who has been missing since defending the den [...]
Sep
28
Old Proverbs Explained #6
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(Recognized definitions via Bartleby.com. View the archive of alternate proverb meanings here.)
A good man is hard to find
Recognized Meaning: Dependable, trustworthy help is not easy to get.
Alternate Meaning: Good men are excellent at hide and seek.
Too many cooks spoil the broth
Recognized Meaning: When too many people work together on a project, the result is inferior.
Alternate Meaning: Five [...]
Sep
27
Perfect gift idea for an annoying co-worker or family member
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Send them an Ass in the Box!
Judging by the video clip on the site, it looks quite juicy. It says you can customize it, but (butt, teehee!) it only refers to a custom message. No word on if you can request a firmer, darker, or even hairier version.
(link via Fark)
Sep
26
Unlike some mainstream media columnists, I don’t write a column weeks before its published then spend the time before its published editing the soul from my labor of love. Case in point: yesterday I reported for jury duty and less than 24 hours later I present the following Dimmer Switch for your reading enjoyment:
The Shallow End [...]
Sep
25
I’m watching the 2nd episode of Studio 60 right now, trying to decide if I like it or not. I’m still on the fence, but I have reached one profound decision regarding the amazing acting range of Bradley Whitford. Not only can he play a likably arrogant prick as he did on the West Wing, [...]
Sep
25
Jury Duty Update
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I didn’t get selected. Turns out there was a development in the case and a deal was made (or in law show legaleze, the perp copped a plea) as we waited in the jury pool room. The judge came in and thanked us for coming down, saying that the looming possibility of a jury trial was somehow [...]
Sep
25
Jury Duty!
That’s where I’ll be today, doing my civic duty. When I spoke to the clerk on the phone she said if I were selected from the Jury Pool the cases are only a couple of days long which doesn’t sound too bad. Either that or they tell that to everyone going in to keep [...]
Sep
24
The Carnival of Comedy - The Unauthorized True Hollywood Story
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The Carnival of Comedy, for over a year the marquee blog carnival, it was a place for up and coming internet humorists to showcase their best work. It was also a place for gratuitously unfunny bloggers to learn just how much they suck. With names like Frank J, Peace Moonbeam, Buckley F. [...]
Sep
22
After repeated delays, I finally have a new Dimmer Switch for your reading enjoyment (not a guarantee; actual reading enjoyment may vary). You’d think that after more than a week’s wait that I would have an exceptional piece of writing for you, but you get what you get.
Can you say, “put the lotion in [...]