Category Archives: Personal

A friend in shul asked me to estimate various people’s IQs. Finally, he asked me to estimate his. “You’ve got a wonderful beautiful personality,” I said. “You’re funny. I like you. I’ll deport you last.”

When I send an email or start a conversation, I usually get going with whatever is on my mind, while the people I admire start with, “I trust you are well. I was just thinking about you and wondering how … Continue reading →

I turn 50 May 28. No, I’m not retiring from blogging. Mike Pearson: Old Geezers will have a new and powerful ally with word-smithery skills. Chaim Amalek: It is too bad you don’t own a house with a lawn. Then … Continue reading →

Luke: “The internet service here is horrible. It’s pure torture. It’s, it’s, it’s one step from Auschwitz!” Friend: “You’re charming. A real mood lifter. That should be your next hit song, ‘One Step From Auschwitz’ followed by ‘Two Steps From … Continue reading →