...it's a big seller in Canada So far, my Saturday has been all about walking and waiting. drive car to dealers for a brake job/check up...walk the mile home...wait a couple hours for bank to open...walk the 1/2 mile to bus stop...get to bank, deposit check, then wait while they try to figure out why … Continue reading Thrilling Moose Stories
Author: Doc Cross
I'm Doc. I live in Sacramento, California with my wife, Grace, and two dogs named Yoyo and Duke. I've been blogging for 22 years. I'm a TTRPG gamer, a gardener, dog lover, cook, and unrepentant scalawag. I write things that I think people might enjoy reading, especially if they are roleplayers or just strange. I hope you enjoy reading my stuff.
The Rare And Beautiful Popping Yellow Watermelons Of Potawango Island
...sweet, tasty and mildly dangerous Poll Time I haven't done any polling for awhile, so here's a few to amuse y'all.
The Kitty Cats Star In A Reality Show
...on the cat channel Stuff! 1: I missed the deadline for this months A&E because...well, because I'm a dummy. 2: I now have the outlines/partially written manuscripts for 10 writing projects sitting in front of me. Some of them are about 5 years old, while some are from this last weekend. I'll be having Grace … Continue reading The Kitty Cats Star In A Reality Show
The Art And Science Of Dog Bathing
...basset hound edition Just got done giving Winker her monthly bath. I'm glad she likes to get baths, cos Daisy hated them and Roscoe would look like he was getting tortured. More Foods I've Eaten This can be added to yesterdays meme. Just put an X by the things you've eaten, etc, etc. Elk Jerky … Continue reading The Art And Science Of Dog Bathing
Pixies Come To Deathtown
...originally, the other way 'round, but this is funnier MEME TIME! 1) Create a new note and copy this list, including these instructions. 2) X all the items you've eaten. 3) Cross out any items that you would never consider eating. (Hah! As if.) (x) 1. Venison (x) 2. Nettle tea (x) 3. Huevos rancheros … Continue reading Pixies Come To Deathtown
The San Jose Gay Boy Mafia Goes To Fresno
...they...naah, funny as it is, I won't tell So, I'm taking a break from making curried lentils with apples and zuchinni for Winker (What? My dog? Spoiled? No way!) and it dawned on me that I should ask my gaming friends this... Who among y'all will be going to ConquestSac on March 20-22? I'll be … Continue reading The San Jose Gay Boy Mafia Goes To Fresno
The Rare And Beautiful Toxic Poppy Of Potawango Island
...and it comes in 7 colors Doc Update 1: Monday was a hell of a day, what with me coming down off of the insane amounts of sugar and caffiene I ingested at Dundracon all weekend. 2: Today, I FINALLY got an increase in hours at work. Now, once I get done driving, I go … Continue reading The Rare And Beautiful Toxic Poppy Of Potawango Island
Of Crawdads, Rain And Battling Bovines
...and exploding elevators So, I got home from Dundracon today around 3:30 pm. We left the con around noon, being tired, sore and in my case, nearly voiceless. Despite leaving 2.5 hours later than normal, Arn and I made excellent time and got to the con at about 6 pm on Friday. I managed to … Continue reading Of Crawdads, Rain And Battling Bovines
Mr. Porkwaffle Climbs A Volcano
...while pursued by a squishy rhinoceros GAAAH!!!! 3.5 hours until I leave for work, then Dundracon! Still not completely packed up! Need to hit the supermarket one last time! Not taking a computer, so might be offline until Sunday night! AIIIEEE!!! HAVE TO DRY LAUNDRY! Gotta go! See some of you at the con! PS: … Continue reading Mr. Porkwaffle Climbs A Volcano
Orangutans Who Wear Hats Cannot Be Trusted
...it makes 'em all shifty Wow! This 21st Century Is SHINY! Ok, so after years of not being able to get it, Grace and I have finally got a DSL hookup. Turns out, most of the mystery shopping companies want you to have a high speed connection, so we went the cheap route and got … Continue reading Orangutans Who Wear Hats Cannot Be Trusted
Whiskey Tango Foxtrot?
...times about 10 Ok, so today, Grace and I get a letter in the mail with a Fort Hood, Texas return address, that was mailed from Waco, Texas on February 6th. Inside is a sheet of paper with a letterhead with Las Vegas, Nevada printed on it. All that was on the sheet of paper … Continue reading Whiskey Tango Foxtrot?
The Society For The Preservation Of Old Preservation Societies
...because if we don't, who will? A Piece Of My Dreams Ok, so last night, I had a very clear and not too screwy dream. I can still remember 90% of it, hours after waking up. Co-starring in this dream were... My wife, Grace Robin D. Laws Patrick Stewart Spike Y Jones Bette Davis My … Continue reading The Society For The Preservation Of Old Preservation Societies
It Came From The Back Of The Refrigerator!
...1950s style sci-fi monster movie So far, this has been a lazy Sunday for me. That won't last much longer though, since dirty dishes are calling from the sink, some gardening must be done and I have a mystery shop to do about 1:00 this afternoon. Even later in the day, it's dfinner cooking and … Continue reading It Came From The Back Of The Refrigerator!
Chapter 432: In Which Our Hero Escapes The French, Paints A House And Eats Clams
...steamed, with garlic butter After reading the latest post by freeport_pirate, I humbly post this Spirit of the Century character. Rocky Ramone (10 aspects) Somebody Put Something In My Drink I Wanna Live I Wanna Be Sedated Animal Boy Mama's Boy I Just Wanna Have Something To Do The KKK Took My Baby Away Gimme … Continue reading Chapter 432: In Which Our Hero Escapes The French, Paints A House And Eats Clams
Danny, Doc, Hard Liquor & A Shopping Cart
...there's a story behind that, but I can't tell it:) Fuck you, Schwarzenegger! Thanks to that gap toothed Nazi cocksucker we have has governor, today is a furlough day for Grace and pretty much her whole department...and other state departments, too. And so it will go every other Friday until something changes. I hope that … Continue reading Danny, Doc, Hard Liquor & A Shopping Cart
What Happens In Ravenloft Stays In Ravenloft
...usually because it's dead Preview of my Dundracon Toon game Ok, we left of last time with... Frank "The Cat Slapper" Rigatoni...who is a much feared legbreaker for Da Mob. Frank is big, strong, tough talking and terrified of monsters, ghosts, aliens, etc. He keeps his fears secret from everyone, including his still much feared … Continue reading What Happens In Ravenloft Stays In Ravenloft
Jesus Still Hasn’t Brought The Pork Chops
...or a pie I was going to continue my Toon game preview from earlier today, but I just got done watching The Mark Twain Comedy Award: George Carlin on PBS. I had tears in my eyes by the time it was over. While my earliest comedy influences were Jonathan Winters and Bill Cosby (with bits … Continue reading Jesus Still Hasn’t Brought The Pork Chops
Junior Muskrat Goes On A Zeppelin Ride
...and it's not a Led one, either Preview of my Dundracon Toon game Well, a preview of some of the characters I'll be providing for the 10-12 players. Clarice Cow...is totally insane. She is obssessed with finding a boyfriend, regardless of his being interested in her. This year, she also has a twin sister, Berniece, … Continue reading Junior Muskrat Goes On A Zeppelin Ride
Spider And His Crew Scored A Grand Slam
...it was all in the planning, really Doc Update 1: Less than two weeks until Dundracon! Need to finish characters and some other stuff for the game! Aaiiieeee!!! 2: They say we have rain coming this week. I'll believe it when I see it. 3: I am going to have to do one of my … Continue reading Spider And His Crew Scored A Grand Slam
Zargo, The Mutant Penguin From Planet Y
...he's like, 75 feet tall and spits fireballs Puppy Bowl V...your alternative to the fuckin' Superbowl. With kittens doing the halftime show! KITTENS! Just sayin'...
The Further Adventures Of Doctor What And The Andalusian Dog
...with a guest appearence by Terry Gilliam January Ends January is just about over and I have to say, I won't miss it. Daisy dying kinda put me into a strange place. 1: It has taken until last night before I could take much of a walk at night. It still doesn't feel right, but … Continue reading The Further Adventures Of Doctor What And The Andalusian Dog
The California Kid Continues His Journey Around The Sun
...now starting orbit 56 Well, my little cheeseburgers, Old Uncle Doc is 55 years old today. I don't feel 55...at least, not at this moment...but ya can't argue with the facts. Stupid facts.
The 32 Things You Can Do With A Cup Of Soup And A Norfolk Terrier
...assuming the terrier knows how to sit and roll over That Top 50 TV Show Meme As always, I mock all of the bolding, underlining and strikeovering and insert my pithy comments. 50. Quantum Leap (Watched it semi-regularly. Pretty good show) 49. Prison Break (I've never seen it.) 48. Veronica Mars (Never watched it) 47. … Continue reading The 32 Things You Can Do With A Cup Of Soup And A Norfolk Terrier
Pink Pigeon Parade
...with dancing ducks Ok, for all but one of my regular readers (or even irregular readers), this post will make no sense. For one person tho, it will. See, a friend has found themselves in a situation where sending or receiving email is...not advisable. Additionally, they are (or will be soon) arriving in a foreign … Continue reading Pink Pigeon Parade
Dr. Silkmelon Prepares For His Voyage
...with Mr. Porkwaffle, in fact Subjectivity 2008: The Final Part Next year, I'll start on this in October. Dogs, Cats, Etc. I have fun with the whole Dogs...Cats...Mice thing. This year, I even did a barnyard version...if the barnyard was in South Central Los Angeles. Dogs Eating Sweet Potatoes, Cats Eating Turnips, Mice Eating Asparagus … Continue reading Dr. Silkmelon Prepares For His Voyage
