Take one small, inbred country town. Add a psychotic, delusional orphan girl. Throw in a splash of raspberry cordial. Mix thoroughly. What do you get? That’s been my question. … Continue reading
Tag Archives: a life worthy
When is it good to say good enough is good enough? Last time, I was talking about the astounding level of mediocrity that I find in my classroom. I’m not just talking about the things they don’t know—like my World … Continue reading
For the record…30% is not usually good. In baseball, batting .300 is only so-so. In basketball, hitting 3 out of 10 free throws is not impressive. In a classroom, 30% is an F. Large-scale F. Like, If the grades went … Continue reading
Am I a bold, self-assured man, confident in the gifts and talents God has given me? Or am I an arrogant jerk? That was rhetorical—you don’t need to answer. Please. … Continue reading
Oh, Yeah, life goes on Long after the thrill of living is gone… A singularly depressing and unwholesome song, yet possessing a kernel of truth. I’ve rambled on before about how theater is kind of a metaphor for life. I … Continue reading
The hair is red. The gables are green. The clothing is Late 19th Century-Eastern-Canadian-hick. Hey kids—let’s put on a show! … Continue reading
*Note: My family still hasn’t decided what we will do regarding our dietary dilemma. For those of you who are wondering feverishly what we will eat, I must say that I’m flattered…and vaguely disturbed. Rest assured; it will be the … Continue reading
Wheat, Oh Wheat You’re so much more than just a treat. You are the core of all I eat. I wrap bread ‘round a piece of meat, Or bake a chocolate cake—so sweet. You make my dining life complete, Oh … Continue reading
I like food. Really, I’m a big fan. I like meat, and potatoes, and rice, and veggies (for the most part), and fruit, and bread, and grease, and ooey gooey yummy sticky chocolaty stuff. Mexican food? Oh, yeah. Italian? Chinese? … Continue reading
Why do I do what I do when I do what I do? I like that… sounds kinda catchy. Yesterday morning, I got up an hour early so that I could write a post. I have been really sketchy in … Continue reading