Tag Archives: postaweek2011

Paper Pulp Fiction

Posted on March 2, 2011 by pegoleg

There is a disturbing trend taking hold in America. If you read the headlines, you know I’m talking about the escalation of tree rage. You can go into any hardware or home-improvement store in America and find trimmers, loppers, and cans … Continue reading →

Posted in General Ramblings | Tagged Auburn trees, Harvey Updyke, humor, life, office supplies, paper, postaweek2011, Pulp Fiction, tree killer, trees | 11 Comments

Using Technology To Avoid Commitment (The Padded Room Variety)

Posted on February 28, 2011 by pegoleg

I talk to myself. Which is OK, except I’ve started answering me back. Sometimes I have long, involved discussions with me while puttering around the house. I’m a sparkling self-conversationalist! I also talk to the TV and the cat, but … Continue reading →

Posted in General Ramblings | Tagged blogging, cell phones, crazy, humor, life, multiple personalities, postaweek2011, Sybil, technology, writing | 254 Comments

Breach of Promise

Posted on February 25, 2011 by pegoleg

You came into my drab life unannounced. I didn’t seek you. I had become resigned to being out in the cold. Suddenly you were there and life was bright, mellow sunshine. You seduced me by degrees. I thought that you were here to … Continue reading →

Posted in General Ramblings | Tagged humor, life, musings, photography, postaweek2011, snow, spring, weather | 21 Comments

Who Are You?

Posted on February 23, 2011 by pegoleg

An all too familiar scene: “Hey, Peg!” Me, squinting: “Hey yourself, mmpphh.” Do I know you? Is that a woman? Her: “How’ve you been?” Me, smiling, mind furiously racing: “Great! Never better! How are YOU?” Client? Works out at the Y? … Continue reading →

Posted in General Ramblings | Tagged aging, humor, life, memory, middle age, musings, postaweek2011 | 25 Comments

Short Little Attention Span Theatre

Posted on February 21, 2011 by pegoleg

Technologically Divertable Division “To be or not to be, that is the question. Whether ’tis nobler in the mind to suffer the Slings and Arrows of outrageous (bzzz, bzzz)… of outrageous” (bzzz, bzzz)… “Just a sec.” (tippity … Continue reading →

Posted in Little Ditties | Tagged humor, life, postaweek2011, Shakespeare, technology, texting, theater | 10 Comments

Songfluenza Outbreak Nearly An Epidemic

Posted on February 18, 2011 by pegoleg

I’ve picked up a nasty virus. It is just getting started, but already I am fuzzy headed and can’t think straight. This is the worst case of Songfluenza I have ever had. It’s an especially virulent strain involving “The Lonely … Continue reading →

Posted in General Ramblings | Tagged cold season, flu, health, humor, Lady Gaga, life, music, musings, postaweek2011, Sound of Music | 22 Comments

How I Know That Spring Will Come

Posted on February 17, 2011 by pegoleg

The town’s parking meter maid resumed her rounds this morning after a winter hiatus. The birds are chirping, the snow is melting and the thermometer is supposed to hit 50 today. But that isn’t how I know that spring will … Continue reading →

Posted in General Ramblings | Tagged fashion, humor, life, postaweek2011, shoes, spring | 9 Comments

Change Would Do You Good

Posted on February 15, 2011 by pegoleg

Last week I posted a beginners guide to the new language, Euphemish. (check out my post “New Language Discovered” to get up-to-speed). From time to time I’ll present more advanced concepts for the inquiring student. Today, we’ll explore the Euphemish term, Rate Change … Continue reading →

Posted in Euphemish, General Ramblings | Tagged con artists, humor, insurance, life, postaweek2011, writing | 9 Comments

When Speaking the Language of Love, Better Bring an Interpreter

Posted on February 14, 2011 by pegoleg

Looking for a last-minute Valentine’s Day gift for that special someone? “Nothing says forever like a cockroach,” according to the Bronx Zoo. For only $10, you can help raise funds for the Wildlife Conservation Society by naming one … Continue reading →