Monthly Archives: September 2010

Happy Birthday, Tanis!

Posted on September 27, 2010 by Neil

It’s a story as old as Adam and Eve. A man and woman accidentally bump into each other in a garden. They have no idea who the other is. She calls him a douche. He calls her a “retard.” She … Continue reading →

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The Gratuity

Posted on September 24, 2010 by Neil

The last time I was in New York City, I went upstate with my two friends, John and Eric, for the sole reason of having dinner at a famous culinary institute. It was my idea.   John and Eric are self-proclaimed … Continue reading →

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All Jews, Christians, and Muslims Like to Sing

Posted on September 21, 2010 by Neil

After a long history of being treated like crap around the world, it is nice that Jews finally feel so comfortable in America.  I can even write about Yom Kippur on Twitter and get knowledgeable responses about fasting from non-Jews … Continue reading →

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The Inconsiderate Breastfeeding Woman

Posted on September 16, 2010 by Neil

I’m writing this as a quick post in a local coffee shop because I’ve always wanted to get involved in one of those “breastfeeding in public” blogging debates, but I never felt qualified. I’m not a woman, and I rarely … Continue reading →

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Audience

Posted on September 14, 2010 by Neil

About two weeks ago, I wrote a post, and as the cursor hovered over the publish button, I decided against pressing it.   Instead, I picked five bloggers out of the proverbial hat, individuals who I thought could relate to the … Continue reading →

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My African-American Friend

Posted on September 13, 2010 by Neil

“Hello.” “Derrick?  This is Neil.” “Well, this is a surprise.” “Listen, I know we haven’t spoken in a long time.” “I’m not apologizing.” “I know.  I know.  It was my fault.  It’s OK that you went to Jennifer’s party and … Continue reading →

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Rosh Hashanah 5771

Posted on September 10, 2010 by Neil

I cast my sins in the guise of bread, something so simple, so fundamental to life. Bread.   I like that. As it says in the Bible, “Within every bagel, there are too many carbs.  Within every good person there is … Continue reading →

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The Three Rungs of the Step Ladder

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Neil

I’ve noticed quite a few of those I follow on Twitter talking about this new book by Chris Guillebeau titled “The Art of Non-Conformity.”  He is an accomplished writer who runs a very popular website dealing with personal development and … Continue reading →

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