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Category Archives: Personal
I Just Shaved My Head
The Israeli barber was rude, saying he was booked all day. If I didn’t have an appointment, he couldn’t serve me. Nor could his co-worker. They were too busy for the likes of me. Two years I’ve been going there! … Continue reading
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Why I Won’t End Up Like Michael Hutchence
I’m feeling emotional about watching the Australian movie about INXS — Never Tear Us Apart. INXS was my first rock concert — in the summer of 1985. I was 19. I will not end up like Michael Hutchence because: * … Continue reading
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Is There No Hope For Me?
When I watch female ice skating, I’m primarily thinking about how much I’d like to date the skater. The other thing that grabs my attention is when she makes a hideous fall and humiliates herself. Is there any hope for … Continue reading
The Missing Sheitel
* At a kosher resort in Mexico a couple of weeks ago, a woman fell into the ocean and lost her $3,000 sheitel (wig). So she offered up a $500 reward for finding it and all the Mexicans hopped to … Continue reading
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A Rich Broad
I’m trying to leverage my Australian accent and fading looks into meeting a rich lady. I wish I’d dress better and make more of an effort. I know I’m a troll and the stakes are low. Perhaps it is the … Continue reading
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The War Going Home
When I drive to work, I’m serene. The traffic rarely gets to me. I don’t use my horn much. I’m largely unruffled. I enjoy the show “Take Two” on KPCC. My commute takes about 20 minutes. My ride is smooth … Continue reading
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Not So Bright
I’ve gone much of my life competing against people smarter than me. I just sense that I’m not as sharp as my peers. School was rarely easy for me. I had to slog to get As. Whatever success I’ve had … Continue reading
Staring Death In The Face
Friend: “I’m not getting stuff done right, I’m a little distracted.” Luke: “That’s understandable considering you are staring death in the face.” Friend: “That’s not as bad as staring you in the face.” Luke: “We’ll always remember you firing off … Continue reading
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Meir Kahane & William Pierce
I learned about Meir Kahane early into my exploration of Judaism when the rabbi was assassinated in 1990. I was shocked that a rabbi who wanted to push non-Jews out of Israel would have so much support in Jewish life. … Continue reading
I Fell For A Scam
I got this email this morning: [email protected]> 7:01 AM (5 hours ago) to bcc: me Hello, How would you like to make money by simply driving your car ? ZipFizz Energy Drink Company is asking all Cars,Bikes and Truck owners … Continue reading
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