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Scumbags, Douches and Jerks
Tonight, some friends and I were discussing some mutual acquaintances. It emerged that there was some confusion about how to categorize certain types of men we disdain. To me, a Douche is instantly recognizable as such. He doesn’t have to … Continue reading
A Hatred Stoppage
I was excited about finding a new blog to hate, based on the recommendations of my astute readers. You all know what a hater I am. Although I don’t hate “on” people, as I’ve already made clear. Anyway, I went … Continue reading
“In What Respect, Charlie?”
As we all take cover from the media blitz surrounding the publication of Mrs. Palin’s “book,” it’s fun to recall our favorite Palinisms from the campaign. This video makes me feel kind of nostalgic… Another antidote to “Going Rogue”: Check … Continue reading
Self Pity and Samurai
A trusted advisor told Max last week,”Wallowing in self pity is a choice.” Ha, I beg to differ. Sometimes, self pity is the rational response to one’s situation. Just as depression, anger or grief are rational responses to heartbreak, betrayal, … Continue reading
A Good Question Worth Considering
After mocking ShopCurious the other day, I was disarmed by the playful response from the site’s creator, Susan. On her ShopCurious blog, she poses the question, What would you like to be remembered for? I think it’s a great question … Continue reading
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The Wrong Color
I couldn’t help admiring this dress until I read the description. “Black and donkey coloured long-sleeved knit dress…” The attached sweater thing looks kind of mauve, doesn’t it? What color is “donkey coloured,” anyway? Many hundreds of years ago, when … Continue reading
Another Girl Hates Me!
And not only that, she called me a stupid cunt! See, this is why I’m against comment-censorship. Instead of deleting Ellen’s rant, I would like to deconstruct it. I will need all the help I can get, though. Here is … Continue reading
“Jeggings” Not Bad Enough?
The insults never stop. ” Jeggings” seemed like a true winner in the Awful New Fashion Jargon category, easily on a par with “Shooties.” But Stylebop has gone that extra mile with “Jeggins.” Are they trying to kill me?!? On … Continue reading
Adam Goldberg: YES
I saw this photo the other day in juxtapoz, a stupid art magazine that my adopted son* Chris brought over. I was stunned by the glory of the poster on the wall: NO YOU SHUT UP is the single most … Continue reading
Waiting For Mr. Capote
Mr. Capote shares a room with Max and has the side with a window. It’s also the side with the television. I used to assume that the window side was reserved for V.I.P.’s (i.e., people with better insurance) but now … Continue reading