I read this: http://lesleycarter.wordpress.com/2013/04/09/22-things-happy-people-do-differently/ These things are kind of dumb, aren’t they? Like this book my Dad always used to make me read, about how by just perception and attitude you can change your life. Or rather, if you have a good attitude, it will be easier to do the things you need to do […]
Caribbean Cruises
I’ve just been reading David Foster Wallace’s “A Supposedly Fun Thing I’ll Never Do Again“. There’s an essay in there about David Lynch films, and the idea that “evil” itself doesn’t make people uncomfortable, but the idea that the thoughts and feelings of evil people are things we’ve all felt before, the thoughts most of […]
Injury Beard Update 10/23
It’s official! I am now part of Movember, the month-long moustache-growing event raising money for men’s health awareness. As a man (or an approximation thereof), I care about men’s health, and you should, too. So check out my moustache page, and donate if you are so inclined. You’ve already seen the progress I’ve made, but […]
Dad’s Birthday/Gift Giving Guide
Today is my Dad’s birthday. It’s a strange occasion in our family. My Dad was always a little uncomfortable about receiving gifts, and I’ve never been good at giving them. Or rather, remembering the occasions on which they are supposed to be given. But even when I do remember it’s rare I can think of […]
