You might be an asshole: Sharing the road edition
Welcome to the first of a the inaugural “You might be an asshole” series, where we’ll explain how actions taken during normal everyday activities can reveal who is, and who is not, an asshole. This edition will focus on cycling, because after two fairly long rides this past Saturday, I had the distinct pleasure of meeting, or learning about several … Read more
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When corporatism comes to your home
As an economic theory, we’re told, there’s nothing that creates the most wealth for the most people more than capitalism. This system of goods and services, exchanged on an open marketplace, allows opportunity to exist and thrive. It allows each individual to identify his or her skill set, perfect it, and trade it to others for money or other goods … Read more
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Cash basis
I have a friend who always gives me a little grief because I never carry cash around with me. We’ll go out to grab coffee somewhere and he’ll slap down a couple dollars to pay for his drink, while I’ll slide through the plastic. “You know that costs these small businesses money? They have to pay fees every time someone … Read more
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An orchid fading
I have a friend who often reminds me that sometimes one thing has to die in order for something beautiful to grow up in its place. I’m thinking about that now, as I watch the blooms on my orchid wane. What once was two healthy stalks teeming with lively white and purple flowers, touched just slightly with yellow, is down … Read more
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Yogi Bogi at Metropolitan Coffee
Not much to write here. I’m basically just putting Mitch’s latest music project on here so people without SoundCloud can listen to it. He’s got a new band and I’ve got new recording gear. I’m sure we’d both be interested in feedback. This is the entire show, which I think is about 22 minutes long. The songs, in order are … Read more
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You’re a mean one, Mr. Grinch
I’ve not had much Christmas spirit this year. I’m not sure what it is about this year that’s different but it is. I generally dislike the season anyway. Not the getting together with the people who love you, or sharing heartfelt gifts with one another. I like that part. But, overall, I see the holiday as little more than a … Read more
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Love, actually, not so much like the movies
This morning, sitting in a wicker chair in my friend’s living room with a cup of coffee in my hand, I saw love. For the past several nights, I’ve stayed with my friends Nate and Susannah Reed in Lawrence. Their children, Harry and Scarlett, call me Uncle Jay and they want to “battle” me every time I’m here. Which is … Read more
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