Max’s Flower Power
During the pandemic, the neighborhood kids were encouraged to craft little “message rocks” that they would then hide on other peoples’ property so that the homeowner would get a pleasant […]
Malts and Leprechauns
Let’s talk Leprechauns! In Irish folklore, the Leprechaun is said to be a solitary creature, a three-foot-tall grizzled figure who wears a fanciful green coat and top hat and whose […]
Of Women and Beer
Feeling Punky, Brewster*? We all know that the guys who make beer are called “brewers,” right? Yeah, but here’s a surprise: the feminine form of the word is “brewster.” Brewster […]
The Eyes Have It
We had just returned from an aged citizen cattle call at the Ontario Convention Center where we received our second Pfizer vaccination. The Alpha Japanese Female, who pronounces it the […]
Hatsuyume
Well, here we are. December 45th, 2020 in the year that never ends. Today, kiddies, we will be talking about the Japanese cultural tradition of “Hatsuyume.” Stop your day drinking, […]
2020 IN HINDSIGHT
EXPECTATIONS vs REALITY
