Thursday miscellanea #308

What the hell is all of this chocolate doing in the house? Get thee behind me. Out out, damned spot. My very first favorite song was Glen Campbell’s “Rhinestone Cowboy.” He has just released his final single, acknowledging his love and his Alzheimer’s, called “I’m Not Gonna Miss You.” It’s beautiful and horrible. It’s totally … Read more

Considering, and not considering, parenthood

I remember walking through the terminal at Huntsville International Airport after returning from this trip and spotting Lea and Aaron. As soon as Aaron, 3, saw me, he pointed, smiled, and started jumping up and down. I’ll never forget the sight as long as I live. I’m tearing up thinking about it. The four of … Read more

Election Day 2014

Looking like it’ll be a good night for Republicans. Odds of taking back the Senate are about 3 in 4. Wisconsin governor Scott Walker is in a squeaker. That’s one of the only races I’m concerned about. It would be a grave error for Republicans to overvalue positive results for them tonight. The expected outcome … Read more

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