You have arranged an evening with a friend, but on the day preceding your date a special opportunity arises to do something much more exciting. How would you handle the situation? Knowing myself the way I do... I'd probably do neither. At least, I'd want to do neither. Being social? Doing exciting things? That doesn't sound … Continue reading Question of the Week #196
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It Pours
I hope it's okay for me to write about all of this. I'm not asking permission from anyone. I mean, I know it's okay for me to write about this stuff as far as my typical readers are concerned. The thing is, all of this stuff is making me feel anxious. Anxiety is not a … Continue reading It Pours
Rewatching Angel – Episode 50
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. Billy Angel and Cordelia are hanging out in the basement. He's training her... … Continue reading Rewatching Angel – Episode 50
Rewatching Buffy – Episode 106
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. All the Way It's Halloween and Xander is dressed like a pirate. He's wearing an eye patch. … Continue reading Rewatching Buffy – Episode 106
My Favorite Movies #52 – Die Hard
Die Hard 1988 Directed by John McTiernan Quick synopsis... NYPD cop John McClane's (Bruce Willis) plan to reconcile with his estranged wife, Holly (Bonnie Bedelia), is thrown for a serious loop when minutes after he arrives at her office, the entire building is overtaken by a group of pitiless terrorists. With little help from the LAPD, … Continue reading My Favorite Movies #52 – Die Hard
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
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