Year: 2009

  • I’m Only Happy When it Rains

    Let me engage in a rare moment of self-reflection. This blog, lately it’s been venturing into “dark humour” territory.  It’s always had a bit of that, but I think it’s gotten blacker. What I hope you realize, dear regular reader, is that I’m generally a positive person, and this is all done with my tongue firmly implanted…

  • At the Gym, Volume 2

    This is the second in a series profiling the types of people you find at the gym. Today’s subject is the nerdy approaching-middle-aged man who dresses funny. The most striking thing about him is his appearance. He is balding on top, but has a sparse moustache sitting on his upper lip like a dying caterpillar.…

  • I Wanna Do Bad Things With You

    Yesterday I got a notice in my mail saying I had a package to pick up. I went to Canada Post, and was handed a large box from Amazon, marked as a gift. What could it be? A surprise present from a secret admirer trying to win my affections? I eagerly tore it open. It’s….well,…