When Bloggers Meet

I've been blogging off and on (mostly on) since 2005. No, it hasn't all been here on The Confusing Middle or hosted by the good people at the WordPress. My first decade in the world of blogging involved a blog titled Carp Dime and was hosted over at Blogger. I'm pretty sure Carp Dime is … Continue reading When Bloggers Meet

Question of the Week #195

Of all the people close to you, whose death would you find most disturbing? I really hope it's not a cop out to say my mother. Because, at this point, that would probably tear me up the most out of anyone I know, be it friend or family. She's the only parent I have left. … Continue reading Question of the Week #195

Work Ethic

What does it mean to have a good work ethic? Does it mean that, no matter the circumstances, come hell or high water, you are gung-ho about punching in and doing your job? Does it mean that you’ve set goals for yourself and your life and you’re willing to do what it takes to achieve … Continue reading Work Ethic

Rewatching Angel – Episode 49

Welcome to Rewatching Angel, the part of the blog where I rewatch the Buffy the Vampire Slayer spin-off: Angel. Each Tuesday evening, you’re invited to join me as I attempt to rediscover what made me love these shows so many years ago. Fredless Fred is concerned about her crush going off to visit his old … Continue reading Rewatching Angel – Episode 49

Rewatching Buffy – Episode 105

Welcome to Rewatching Buffy, the part of the blog where I rewatch Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Each Tuesday evening, you’re invited to join me as I attempt to rediscover what made me love this show 22 years ago. Life Serial Buffy returns from her off-screen visit with Angel. But let's not talk about it. Remember, … Continue reading Rewatching Buffy – Episode 105

My Favorite Movies #53 – The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring

The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring 2001 Directed by Peter Jackson Quick synopsis... From the idyllic shire of the Hobbits to the smoking chasms of Mordor, director Peter Jackson brings the world of J.R.R. Tolkien's novels to life as Frodo Baggins embarks on his epic quest to destroy the ring of Sauron. … Continue reading My Favorite Movies #53 – The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring

Broken

Kids, I received a fairly worrisome phone call last night. It was around 6:00, maybe a little after, when my phone rang. It was my cousin in Atlanta. We don't often speak on the phone, so I chalked it up to a pleasant surprise. We'd texted recently about seeing It: Chapter Two. When I saw his … Continue reading Broken

Question of the Week #194

Would you generally rather be overdressed or underdressed at a party? I'm not typically one who likes to get dressed up. I had enough of that during my years as a bank teller. So I guess I'd rather be underdressed. Although, I suppose if I show up in jeans and a t-shirt to a party … Continue reading Question of the Week #194

Welcome to My Home

I know... I was supposed to do a pseudo-tour of my new apartment for the blog a few weeks ago. A couple weeks ago? I can't remember when. All I know for sure is that I've been putting it off. For a while, I was postponing the whole thing because I didn't quite have everything … Continue reading Welcome to My Home

Really? Already?

Well... it happened. And we're not even a month into the new school year. I've got a cold. I mean, it's certainly not the end of the world. I've had worse. But to think we've gotten three full weeks of school under our belts. And even saying that is a stretch, because the first week … Continue reading Really? Already?