Friday, April 3, 2026
When something is expensive, the old adage “It costs an arm and a leg” is a funny way to say it. But at the movie theater, concessions cost all four limbs. When I go to the movies—a rare treat—I skip the snacks entirely. I’d rather save my money. Sign in to see full entry.
Friday, March 27, 2026
How I Know Something Is Funny
Dad and Ann are my measuring stick for whether something I say is actually funny. They both have great senses of humor—but they’re not easy audiences. It takes a lot to get a genuine laugh out of either of them. If I can get one of them to laugh, I know I’ve got something solid. If I get both of... Sign in to see full entry.
Friday, March 20, 2026
Chuck Norris
I got the news this morning that Chuck Norris has passed away. I’m a fan, so it hit me. The guy just oozed charisma. Whether it was watching him in Walker, Texas Ranger or seeing Christie Brinkley fawn over him in those home gym infomercials, he always had a presence you couldn’t ignore. His... Sign in to see full entry.
Friday, March 13, 2026
Apple Pay
I have started using Apple Pay. At first, I learned how to use it just to say I could do it. Now, I actually find it easier than using physical credit or debit cards because I don’t have to fumble around in my wallet. I still carry the physical cards with me in case Apple Pay isn’t available... Sign in to see full entry.
Friday, March 6, 2026
How to Annoy a Sister
I do not change my vehicles’ clocks when Daylight Saving Time ends. It’s only four months that we’re off Daylight Saving Time, so why bother? Besides, I would probably need a doctorate from MIT just to figure out how to change the clock in my Silverado. Ann hates that I do this. I always know that... Sign in to see full entry.