Monthly Archives: October 2009

The Mommyblogger’s Demon Child

Posted on October 31, 2009 by Neil

(first part of story here) (continuation) This was the strangest week.  I was depressed lately, rarely leaving the house.  I spent a lot of time in my office, introducing my mother to new technology.  I showed her how to use … Continue reading →

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The Dread Crew Meme

Posted on October 30, 2009 by Neil

Long time readers of this blog know that I am too lazy to ever do a meme.   They are hard work!    Recently, Kate Inglis, who blogs at “Sweet / Salty” put up a meme on her blog as a … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogging and the Internet, Literary | Tagged , | 13 Comments

Exciting World Series Publicity Stunt

Posted on October 27, 2009 by Neil

(IM conversation) Neil:  I have this fun idea we can do for our blogs.  You realize the Phillies and the Yankees are in the World Series.  You live in Philadelphia.  I live in New York. So, we can do one … Continue reading →

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The Lamborghini

Posted on October 26, 2009 by Neil

You’re going to have to get used to me being self-centered here on this blog for a little while longer.  Or not.  Or maybe this is something for me to think about — the best way to use this blog.  … Continue reading →

Posted in Life in General | Tagged | 37 Comments

Insecurity and The Online Community

Posted on October 25, 2009 by Neil

Note, 10PM,  Sunday Night:  I was going to take this post down because… I’m not really sure why.  At first, I thought I would take it down because it was a boring post about blogging, and I promised myself that … Continue reading →

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My Current To Do List, October 2009

Posted on October 22, 2009 by Neil

(in order of immediate importance) Write This Script and Send to LA Exercise More Read Kate Inglis’ Book Make A Lot More Money Visit My Friends Move in, Resolve Things, or Get a Divorce From My Wife Make Better Choices … Continue reading →

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Meditation

Posted on October 21, 2009 by Neil

I’ve been feeling anxious this week.  Shaky.  Overly-emotional.  Pissed at Sophia.  Unable to work.  Frustrated at everyone on Twitter. Insulting people. Tonight, I went on YouTube to watch some meditation videos.  I tried my best, but let’s be honest, meditation … Continue reading →

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The Therapist of the Blogosphere

Posted on October 19, 2009 by Neil

If you’ve ever been to a therapist’s office, you’ve probably had a similar experience.   You sit on the comfortable chair or couch, and tell the therapist that you have a problem. “What is the problem?” the therapist asks. “My problem … Continue reading →

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Advice for My Neighbor, the Terror Suspect

Posted on October 17, 2009 by Neil

news story about this guy across the street There’s a terrorist on my block Wants a bomb that goes tick tock! Saw him eating at “Chili Thai” Now he’s wanted by the FBI! Says he hates the U.S.A. Gonna destroy … Continue reading →

Posted in New York City, News and Politics | Tagged | 12 Comments

The Sacrifice

Posted on October 15, 2009 by Neil

I walked outside and it was pouring cold rain.   My sneakers from the West Coast, white, clean and virginal, were no match for the harsh New York City downpour, and within minutes of my first step from the safety of … Continue reading →

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