The Power of Negative Thinking
It’s time, everyone, time to let loose your inner pessimist. Are you ready? Are you ready to unleash the power of negative thinking? No more positivity. Let’s put an end to that. It’s time to set the bar low. Dampen … Continued
The Kindergarten Interview
I’m running late. This is not an aberration (read more about my time travel abilities here), although no matter how often it happens it always surprises me. “Wow, I can’t believe it took more than five minutes to drive twenty miles … Continued
Valentine’s Day Cards: Save Them or Toss Them?
I came downstairs after a long day working on my laptop, and peered into the living room. Propped on top of the mantelpiece our two Valentine’s Day cards, mine and hers, lingered. “You’re the woman I always hoped I’d find,” … Continued
Finding Comfort in Other People’s Misfortunes
I’ve been out of work for three months, my wife caught the shingles and had a tooth infection, one of our cars needs work, and our chimney bricks are rotten and need replacement. Great, huh? If it sounds bad, that’s … Continued
Having a Very Barbie Christmas
Santa Claus has come and gone – depressing, isn’t it? He treated my daughter well: games, toys, clothes, books, you name it. I love to see her happy. I’d like to play some of the games she received with her, … Continued


