...writing that one kinda hurt my brain Stuff 1: Tomorrow night is Curryfest with our friend, Sharon. We haven't seen her in dog's age, ever since she abandoned Sacramento to go live with her son and daughter in law in the wilds of Seattle. Should be fun and good eatin'. 2: Speaking of good eatin', … Continue reading A Loose Goose Named Bruce Stuck In A Caboose With An Obtuse Juiced Moose
Month: May 2008
The Horticultural Whore Keeps Score
...of veggies, that is Hereforth, a list of what is growing in the garden.. So far, I've harvested 2 of the round "Eight Ball" zuchinnis and one of the yellow pattypan squash. There are many more on each vine. The Blue Lake green beans (both pole and bush type) will see their first offerings picked … Continue reading The Horticultural Whore Keeps Score
My Life Among The Female Humans
...pretty much equal parts bliss and terror Ok, what the fuck is up with this screwy assed weather? Last weekend, it was near 100 and sunny...today, it was chilly (mid 60's), overcast and drizzly rainy. And that comes after 2-3 days of high winds. My veggie garden is very confused. I'm warning you, weather...stop dicking … Continue reading My Life Among The Female Humans
The Utahraptor Mafia
...they don't shoot you, they eat you 7 Reasons Why You Should Grow Some Herbs And/Or Veggies 1: It's pretty easy and not terribly expensive. 2: Many herbs & veggies grow well in pots. 3: Tons of books and websites to help you. 4: Fresh veggies and herbs are healthier than store bought. 5: They … Continue reading The Utahraptor Mafia
Raising Hell For Fun and Profit
...mostly for fun Well, Dear Readers, it would seem that the polls I posted the other day were rather popular. So, in absence of anything new or interesting to post, here are a couple more time wasting posts. Note: The following poll may offend Republicans who voted for Bush twice. If so, to them I … Continue reading Raising Hell For Fun and Profit
The Horticultural Whore Moves Up The Evolutionary Scale
...but can it last? After years of going out and working in the garden for 3-4 hours at a whack...on hot days like today...and getting exhausted and even getting a bit of heatstroke...I have changed my ways. Starting today, I'm trying a new way of gardening when the temp is over 90. I go out, … Continue reading The Horticultural Whore Moves Up The Evolutionary Scale
The Place Where Old People Have Sharp Teeth And Dead Eyes
...damn, I just creeped myself out Finally, we have great weather here in California! It has been in the high 90's to low 100's for the past several days. I'm lovin' me some heat! On Tuesday, I go to see a hand surgeon about possibly removing some dead bone in my right hand. If they … Continue reading The Place Where Old People Have Sharp Teeth And Dead Eyes
The Flea Market Of The Gods
...it's where Zeus sells his used thunderbolts Stuff 1: The California Supreme Court has ruled that the ban on gay marriage is unconstitutional. Gee, do ya think that might be because getting married, in the eyes of the state (NOT in the eyes of any fucking church), is entering into a legal contract? Do ya … Continue reading The Flea Market Of The Gods
Dark Blue Spiders
...with white eyes I just say the teaser trailer for The Spirit, directed by Frank Miller, shot in the same style as Sin City and coming to theatres on Xmas day, 2008. My inner fanboy's head exploded. I am SO there on Xmas.
Doc Tempest VS The Batman
...from the January 1970 issue Here, my friends, for your possible amusement, are the complete lyrics to the "Food For Dogs" song that I sing to The Girls every time I feed them. Food For Dogs (words and music by Doc Cross) (spoken dramatically) "Who wants FOOOOOOOOD FOOOORRRRR DOOOOOGGGGSSSSSS?" "It's food for dogs!" "Not hogs" … Continue reading Doc Tempest VS The Batman
The Kitty Cats Brew Up Some Beer
...fish flavored beer Woohoo! Daisy and I walked 3.7 miles in 1 hour and 20 minutes tonight. Pretty good, seeing as how half of the route was uphill and Daisy likes to stop about every 15 feet to either pee or sniff something. By the time we got home, we were, you should pardon the … Continue reading The Kitty Cats Brew Up Some Beer
She Was A Golden Kind Of Girl, Who Moved Like A Cat
...and struck like a rattlesnake The Mother's Day breakfast with my mom and Grace went very well indeed. We ate a ton of food, talked about everything from dogs to taxes to beer to relatives and generally had a good time. Once we got home, Grace puttered around the house and I worked most of … Continue reading She Was A Golden Kind Of Girl, Who Moved Like A Cat
The Ultimate Mug Of CocoaTea
...mexican hot cocoa + insanely strong tea = buzzzzzzzzzzzzzz HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY To all of the mothers on my friends list (and to any other mothers that may read this), I say Happy Mother's Day! You ladies have the most noble/difficult/rewarding/heartbreaking/underappreciated/necessary job in the world. A big thank you to every one of you. Give … Continue reading The Ultimate Mug Of CocoaTea
Quincy, The Happy Little Shoggoth
...he has such good manners Well, Grace and I are back from the Whole Earth Festival and it was fun and interesting and alternative and green and stuff. There were crafts booths, food booths, political/social activism booths and, best of all, lots of tie dyed clothing booths. There was live music aplenty and lots of … Continue reading Quincy, The Happy Little Shoggoth
Chapter 64: In Which Our Hero, Now King Of The Ninja Pirates, Sets Out To Annoy The French
...mostly using bad pronunciation and poor cooking skills The Adventures Of Team Basset Hound In an hour or so, My Sweet Little Kosher Dill Pickle Of Love and I shall set off towards Davis and the annual Whole Earth Festival. I shall take pix for later posting. After our yearly immersion in all things green … Continue reading Chapter 64: In Which Our Hero, Now King Of The Ninja Pirates, Sets Out To Annoy The French
The Dungeon Adventure That’s So Scary It Will Make Your Face Melt
...not recommended for those with weak hearts, weak bladders or nervous conditions An Open Letter To Nosy Old Neighbors Dear Nosy Old Farts, You have no idea what great amounts of pleasure I derive from your angst over my Driveway Compost Pile (official designation: C77-Beta). Your helpful hints such as "You know, the county will … Continue reading The Dungeon Adventure That’s So Scary It Will Make Your Face Melt
Desperately Seeking Sauron
...not starring Madonna More Stuff 1: I have tiny little squashes on all of my squash vines! 2: I have my first teeny little tomatoes! 3: Just saw the newest trailer for "The Dark Knight". My inner fanboy wet himself. 4: Although I know it is a financial impossibility this year, I REALLY want to … Continue reading Desperately Seeking Sauron
The Rare And Beautiful Red Crested Pygmy Yak Of Potawango Island
...they like to sit in the trees and croon to one another Sunday Game Day We played Session 2 of the Wierd Shit series. This time out, our intrepid government agents were sent to Aberdeen, Washington, to investigate reports that the town was overrun be "little people". By "little people", I mean fairies, pixies, pookas, … Continue reading The Rare And Beautiful Red Crested Pygmy Yak Of Potawango Island
Not Responsible For Random Genital Failure
...so try not to have random genitals Just got back from seeing Iron Man. As all the reviews have said, Robert Downey Jr. absolutely nails the role of Tony Stark. Best movie portrayal of a superhero ever. The ever delightful and blue jeans tightening Gwyneth Paltrow is excellent as Pepper Potts. The story, overall, was … Continue reading Not Responsible For Random Genital Failure
The Singularly Odd, Yet Not Wholly Unexpected, Story of Mostly Purple Patty And The Dog Revolution
...co-starring her adopted brother, Amos Saturday (and my viewing of Iron Man) fast approaches. I am as giddy as a school girl. Also approaching: Mother's Day (already have card for my mom, need one for My Sweet Angel), Whole Earth Festival (aka Hippiefest) at UC Davis, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull!!!, … Continue reading The Singularly Odd, Yet Not Wholly Unexpected, Story of Mostly Purple Patty And The Dog Revolution