Ever notice nothing makes a person more likable than to put 'em in a coffin? Boy, like it or not, this world is going to be a whole lot nicer shortly.
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Monday, April 13, 2020
Friday, April 10, 2020
Hope versus Reality
As a writer I've had the opportunity to get to know many fine folks. One of them who lives outside Wuhan was not impressed with the light show and reopening of the city where it all started. I was told that people in Wuhan live in massive buildings and have their temperatures checked when they leave or return to their homes. If they have a temperature they disappear. The perimeter of the city is patrolled. The community had one million cell phones go black. Apparently China could've been made aware of the coronavirus back towards November. Man . . . do the math, this doesn't bode will for the World. Please remember these are the opinions of one person who lives near Wuhan.
Thursday, April 9, 2020
Rhetorically Speaking if
nations around the world held standardized tests to rank smarts would the United States be an odds on favorite to not make the top ten?
Monday, April 6, 2020
Money can't buy . . .
happiness but it can provide some distance in these troubling times. I see the wealthy are fleeing New York for the Gold Coast. Chicago and Milwaukee folks are heading to cabins in northern Wisconsin. I guess the buck stops here. Northern Wisconsin doesn't want virus infested people heading in their direction. Time for a massive property tax rebate? I mean roadblocks are being set up to keep seasonal folks out of their digs.
Saturday, April 4, 2020
A Writers Angle
"If you know somebody is going to be awfully annoyed by something you write, that's obviously very satisfying. And if they howl with rage or cry, that's honey."
Friday, April 3, 2020
Up for Eight Awards
The Last Gargoyle is up for eight awards. Great read if you're into short stories that are jolting and pack a punch. Reviewers thoughts and words . . . not mine. Enjoy and be safe out there.
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Sunday, March 29, 2020
Virus & Reading
This just in . . . 'The Virus' has been linked to an increase in reading for non-essential folks!
Thursday, March 26, 2020
What have I Learned after Writing my Stories?
I was asked this by an individual who has worked tirelessly to put together a book signing. Many thanks go out to you Margo. Here goes my answer . . .
What sets the human animal apart from others is not just what we do to others, but how really hard we strive to justify it.
Think about it, this is a recurring theme to all my work.
What sets the human animal apart from others is not just what we do to others, but how really hard we strive to justify it.
Think about it, this is a recurring theme to all my work.
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
Sunday, March 22, 2020
Saturday, March 21, 2020
Oh Them Words
Do you see it? Kinda funny in this time of trouble . . .
Not only is it not funny, the Justice Department has ordered U.S. attorneys to appoint specials coronavirus fraud coordinators. The department also rolled out a central fraud hotline (1-866-720-5721 or disaster@leo.gov) to report consumer abuses.
Not only is it not funny, the Justice Department has ordered U.S. attorneys to appoint specials coronavirus fraud coordinators. The department also rolled out a central fraud hotline (1-866-720-5721 or disaster@leo.gov) to report consumer abuses.
Friday, March 20, 2020
FBI Got it Wrong
FBI stats identified Birmingham and St Louis as having the most Criminal Activity. Wrong. Washington DC harbors more criminals than the both of them put together. Hard to believe? Checkout Senator Loeffler as just one example.
Thursday, March 19, 2020
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
Do Your Part
Help a neighbor. Go shopping for someone. Babysit. In my case I donated blood today. The American Red Cross is in it to win it. Peace.
Monday, March 16, 2020
Canceled for Good Reason
Received word that as of today 'The Criminology Meet and Greet' has been called off. For good reason I might add. I thank the University of Montana. I have to think my flight will be grounded anyways, though I haven't heard anything yet.
Saturday, March 14, 2020
The Last Gargoyle - Installment 4
The vodka erased the pounding in my temples and cleared things up a bit. Nothing improved after that first encounter. Gary had gained a friend while I obsessed with evening the score; how does one live with the fact an ignoramus got the better of him?
Week after week I’d be confronted with all things Gary. I mean the tard couldn’t let it be. Last thing on my mind would be good old Gary and then he’d get to following me around telling everyone we were buddies. I wasn’t sure if I was embarrassed or pissed but the heat would roll off my forehead. There was no shaking Gary so the best I could do is hide behind a wall of laughter. Problem was, the more I laughed the more I hated myself. I knew I was nothing but a limp dick. News would be on in the cafeteria and I’d watch it downing a sub sandwich. Seemed like about every day there’d be a story about a shooting somewhere; left me wondering why Gary couldn’t be on the wrong end of a gun. Put him out of his misery and help me some with my state of mind. If I didn’t have vodka, I’m serious here, I’d’ve never made it.
Friday, March 13, 2020
Iran and a Frustrated North Korea
Iran backed group fires on base killing three. North Korea dumps more missiles in the sea. The world community barely takes notice. Man, these Dictators gotta be frustrated.
Thursday, March 12, 2020
This Advice from Valencia Spain
Essentially what he said in reply to your email (which somehow went to your blog) with the Coronavirus raging, stay calm, open a beer and read a Curt Rude book.
Agreed!
Agreed!
Wednesday, March 11, 2020
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