Category Archives: Horrible Stuff

Transabled: A Whole New World!

There I was, minding my own business, and by that I mean I was trying to research a disorder called somatoparaphrenia, when I came across a blog called Transabled.org.* It’s like a mini-mother lode for anyone who’s ever been curious … Continue reading

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The Genius of Matthew Barney

I was intrigued by a review in the Los Angeles TImes of Matthew Barney’s latest performance piece, called REN.   The two hour event took place in a car lot, and featured the destruction of a 1967 Chrysler Imperial. The car … Continue reading

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“Never Gotten a Break”

This is a clip from an episode of This American Life, currently playing on Showtime. It’s called ‘Never gotten a break’ and it’s the story of a young man with a degenerative muscular disease that leaves him nearly paralyzed and … Continue reading

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Dressing Like a Clown

I just came across these new fashion items and I’m wondering why both Moschino and Karen Walker want us to look like clowns. No one really likes clowns. Most of the people I know are either afraid of them or … Continue reading

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A Movie To Not See, No Matter What

On the eve of Mother’s Day, I have just made the mistake of watching a new movie on Showtime called “An American Crime”. I feel emotionally battered and spiritually defiled, but perhaps I can spare someone else from making the … Continue reading

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A Killer With Good Taste

William Earl Lynd, 53, was put to death at Jackson state prison in Georgia late on Tuesday after a final meal of two pepper jack barbecue burgers with crispy onions, baked potatoes with sour cream, bacon and cheese, and a … Continue reading

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Incest is the New Black

Here we are, trying to digest the news about the crazy polygamist ranch in Texas, when a maniac in Austria admits to fathering seven kids with his imprisoned daughter. Can’t these people take turns getting arrested, so we can focus … Continue reading

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Sex With Cows Doesn’t Pay

NJ policeman Robert Melia is in trouble for ‘engaging barnyard animals in sex acts.’ He has already been charged with child molestation. Perhaps he turned to an understanding cow when he realized that sex with kids can be a risky … Continue reading

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Gladiator Sandals: No But Yes

I am sick to death of gladiator sandals and being urged to wear them. Every magazine and fashion blog is insisting that they are a Must. I hate them and I’m hating them more with each new batch I see. … Continue reading

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Today’s Dilemma

Don’t worry, I didn’t forget about the baby with two faces. I’ve been sick in bed. I know it’s my duty to call attention to Horrible Stuff, so here are two things to think about. The baby was born in … Continue reading

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