Category: deep thoughts
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The Cock of the Walk
There’s this cock carved in the sidewalk near Queens and Wellington; nothing fancy, just a half oval with two circles. My sense of humour includes the not-so-sophisticated, so I giggle every time I walk past. It takes me about 45 minutes to walk to work (factoring in a stop for coffee, because the coffee at…
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Bling
If there is one thing I’ve never fully understood, it’s extravagant jewelry. Nothing says “human existence is pointless” like working your ass off to save enough money to afford a bauble that serves no purpose other than to show how much you worked your ass off. Sure, an expensive diamond looks pretty. So does a fake one…
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Old People: The New Young People
One of the cool things about kids is that they see magic in everything. Because it’s all new, it’s all exciting, so even the most mundane observation can be a revelation. A rainbow isn’t just a rainbow; it’s a mystery with potential for leprechauns and riches. However, after seeing the same thing a few times,…
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