Monthly Archives: April 2003
Irony Behind Iron Bars
So I’m driving in a residential neighborhood. In a window on a particular house, I notice a sign that reads, “United We Stand.” It’s a trite sentiment, but it’s true. I almost couldn’t read the sign as I drove by, … Continue reading
Lost in a Desert, But Still Rocking Out
You know what’s great about that movie The Ten Commandments? When the Israelites are fleeing from the Egyptians through the split waters of the Red Sea, the Jews are depicted as a bunch of old guys with bent backs and … Continue reading
Nitpicking
I’m no cartographer, nor am I a computer programmer, but I do know a thing or two about local geography when it comes to city streets. I just referred to Mapquest for driving instructions to my brother’s work, which seem … Continue reading
Redefining What it Means to Be an American
I’m an American. I’m also Chinese. But don’t think for a second that I’m a second-class citizen. And for that matter, nobody should feel that way about him or herself. The other day, while in conversation with my mother, I … Continue reading
Making Fun of a Vegetarian
Kevin: come to the dark side Tara: only if there’s good food there Kevin: excellent food Kevin: filet of tomato Kevin: prime potato Kevin: carrot chops Tara: LoL Kevin: rack of celery Okay, so off the cuff, I’m not very … Continue reading
525,600 Minutes
Today is the one year anniversary of the start of my blog. Crazy, isn’t it? You know, I’m not the type that normally thinks in increments of time. When couples celebrate their five-month anniversary, I secretly ask myself, “why?” After … Continue reading
To Those Who Have Found My Blog Through Yahoo and Google:
I’m sorry that I muddled up your search and diverted your attention from what you were originally looking for. I have no pictures of Rocky J. Squirrel, no gray comforters for sale, nor even pictures of Pamela Anderson or Dr. … Continue reading
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