...Than having to pay for someone else's mistake. Yesterday, I got a notice in the mail informing me of a lack of payment on my personal property tax. This confused me because I put a check in the mail the week before it was due. The check hadn't cleared yet, but I figured that's just … Continue reading Nothing I Love More…
Christmas
Top 5 Non-Traditional Christmas Movies
There are a lot of Christmas movies out there. You have your classics like White Christmas and Miracle on 34th Street. You have modern favorites like Christmas Vacation and Home Alone. And thanks to the Hallmark Channel, you have a plethora of Christmas movies starring Gretchen Weiners.But what about the Christmas movies that aren't traditionally … Continue reading Top 5 Non-Traditional Christmas Movies
The Origin of the Ugly Christmas Sweater
It almost seems inevitable at this point in history. The ugly Christmas sweater is something that people are proud to own. People throw parties that put this article of clothing at the center of the gathering. People compete over who has the ugliest Christmas sweater. It's a point of pride for someone to walk away … Continue reading The Origin of the Ugly Christmas Sweater
Scenes from a Nativity
It's that time of year again. Lights are wrapped around trees and banisters. Stockings are hung by the chimney with care. And nativity scenes, large and small, dot the landscape and decorate coffee tables from here to the North Pole. These are the signs that let our eyes know that Christmas is coming. In many … Continue reading Scenes from a Nativity
Day Sixteen
A Song That Makes Me Cry I know a lot men who refuse to admit that they've ever cried. I'm not one of those men. Granted, I don't cry that often, but that's because I spend a great deal of my time and energy attempting to conceal most of my emotions. I blame that on … Continue reading Day Sixteen
Day Fifteen
My Dream House Honestly, I don't often think about what could be considered my dream house. I know the things that I'd like to have, but I don't have any delusions that those things will ever truly be a reality. I want a house by a lake. I don't care how many bedrooms the place … Continue reading Day Fifteen
The Pros and Cons of Shaving Off the Beard
I recently shaved off the beard that had covered half of my face for the better part of the last two years. It's been three days since I got rid of the thing, and I still get a small surprise when I look into the mirror. As I adjust to the hairless face, I've discovered … Continue reading The Pros and Cons of Shaving Off the Beard
Cubicle Crush, Part III
Originally written in September of 2010... Alex was surprised at how deserted the interstate seemed to be. He was only surprised because of how close to Christmas they now were. However, it was nearly 10pm. Maybe the majority of the holiday travelers had decided to call it a night. He couldn't help but laugh at … Continue reading Cubicle Crush, Part III
Life Story: Chapter Forty One
Welcome to a series of stories that basically make up my autobiography. It’s not entirely thorough, but I’ll do the best I can with the memories locked away inside my head. Could be therapeutic for me. Could be humorous for you. Either way, enjoy… Previously on Life Story... I was a temporary resident at St. … Continue reading Life Story: Chapter Forty One
Life Story: Chapter Sixteen
Welcome to a series of stories that basically make up my autobiography. It’s not entirely thorough, but I’ll do the best I can with the memories locked away inside my head. Could be therapeutic for me. Could be humorous for you. Either way, enjoy… Previously on Life Story... I wished for a bike and the … Continue reading Life Story: Chapter Sixteen
The Confusing Middle 