The Bizarre Evolution of Parties: From Family Noise to Silent Texting

Family history I remember when I was about twenty, my siblings and I all got together for a game night. There were all six of us, several better halves, and three folks my family just adopted for no apparent reason. They were just always around, and nobody asked why. They could’ve been homeless for all …

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The Truth About Cleaning and Pet Happiness

I'm not doing it That’s it, I am never cleaning my house ever again. Wow, that was a bit harsh. Let’s try again; After due deliberation, I’ve decided to never clean my house from here on in. Yes, this is much more socially acceptable. Let’s run with it. If you want to hear me read …

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The Hazards of Subsistute Teaching, and Student Rebellion

I have credentials I don’t think I’ve told you this. If I did, just humor me. I get so little pleasure out of my life. If it makes me happy to tell you something, you should quietly listen. Like when you grandfather tells you the story about how he was fishing and almost caught a …

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The American Take on Tea Ceremonies: Never Invite Your Pets

Pets are not friends I wish my life was simpler. Wouldn’t it be great if only for one day, the cat didn’t use my left leg for a scratching post? Or perhaps, as the dad, I might actually be right just once? And why does Baby-Bun-Bun sit and watch me as if she’s contemplating taking …

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