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When I was a tot, I thought getting mail was just about the coolest thing in the world. I guess probably most kids did. So anything that would get me mail–addressed to me, not “here, you can have this”–was a good thing. I watched a lot of WANX and WTBS on weekday afternoons. (They were … Read more

“The End of the Road” for Kiss

Kiss is attempting to trademark the phrase “The End of the Road.” If successful, then only Kiss could use the phrase to describe a live musical performance. This has sparked speculation that Kiss will soon undertake a farewell tour. But see, I already attended the farewell tour—on April 14, 2000. Sixth row center on the … Read more

Utah elementary school: Students must “say yes” when asked to dance

Would you believe that at a recent elementary school dance at Kanesville Elementary School in Weber County, Utah, attendees were required to accept invitations to dance? This supposedly “(promotes) kindness.” And it’s even a little more bizarre than that. Ahead of time, each attendee makes a list of five other attendees with whom s/he agrees … Read more

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