Feb. 7, 2014, is the 50th anniversary of The Beatles’ arrival in North America. There’s been a lot written about the band lately, and I always try to write about what’s popular so I can generate revenue with additional page views. So I’d like to share my thoughts on the band. Besides, The Beatles RULE!Continue reading “The Beatles, Generation 2: A Love Letter”
Monthly Archives: January 2014
The Writing Process: A Personal Glimpse
It usually occurs late at night, and it’s usually self-contained and delicious, like a bacon-wrapped scallop. In my mind, anyway. An insomniac, most nights I lie awake, a multi-blanketed stress ball thinking of all my previous screw-ups and what screw-ups I can look forward to tomorrow. But just when I reach the nadir and seeContinue reading “The Writing Process: A Personal Glimpse”
Are You There, God? It’s Me, J- … Forget It
So I’m sitting in the dark with my eyes closed holding hands with this guy. And he gives me the squeeze. At first I think he wants to fight me, then I think he’s sweet on me. Then I realize what it is … the Holy Spirit. It’s Grade 12, and I’m at a youngContinue reading “Are You There, God? It’s Me, J- … Forget It”
These Are a Few of My Favourite Things
Obviously, raindrops on roses. Also: Waking up organically, well rested, before the alarm wakes up. Rolling over in bed toward the window, pulling up the blind and seeing sunshine — glorious, bright sunshine. A row of Oreos, a full glass of milk, and all the time in the world. Let’s fall in love with anyContinue reading “These Are a Few of My Favourite Things”
The Age of Freezin’: That’s Cold, Man
It could always be worse. It could always be worse. But on this day, it could not be worse. The warmth of the blankets, the sleep-drool smile, the sweet heat of the house — all of it gone in a hurry: I’m late for work. It’s 6:15 a.m., late January, still black outside, and aboutContinue reading “The Age of Freezin’: That’s Cold, Man”
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