MySpace redux

OK, whether I’m cool enough to do it or not, it’s been pretty neat so far. It’s a good way to keep up with long-distance friends. Two blasts from the past have popped up in my inbox, and that’s fun. Most notably so far, I’ve gotten reacquainted with a special bud from high school. We … Read more

I heard a click; I think he reloaded

I turned on my radio scanner one night, and that was the first thing I heard. It was an excellent example of what makes listening so compelling. I’m one of those guys. I listen to the radio transmissions of police, fire department, rescue services, amateur radio operators, aircraft, company radios, and the like. I’m a … Read more

The Page 80 Rule

If I’m not into a book by page 80, I put it down and walk away. I used to keep slogging out of some misguided sense of duty, but screw that. I read less than I ever have, and I don’t want to spend the time on something that hasn’t engaged me. If I’m not … Read more

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