Ooookay...let's set a few ground rules, shall we ( Read more... )

My talk on Thursday went terrifically; about 50 people showed up (the room was abso-packed) and I got about 45 complements. I also believe I did a good job, great if you count that this is my first public speaking engagement since about the 6th grade. I did feel like my talk was a bit wordy and used far too many large words and complex sentences. I ( Read more... )

As I was walking home today, I realized my right side was much heavier than my left. On my right I had my keys, iPod/wallet, cell phone in my pants, and a drink, my watch, and two books under my arm. And just like you, I'm still trying to figure out A) why I noticed, B) why I cared, and C) why I posted it on my livejournal. (Interestingly enough, " ( Read more... )

Last night I had a dream that my library unionized and then struck. It was one of the best dreams ever.

Alright, first things first. Donny: quit your job.

Whew. Now that we've got that out of the way...

I went to New York last weekend to attend Socialism 2006 (Build the Left, Fight the Right!)

Truly an amazing opportunity: I feel like an expert now on Iran, Iraq, Latin America, Das Kapital, Origin of the Family, Private Property, and the State, ( Read more... )

Start spreadin' the news ( Read more... )

Dear Journal,

It's Tuesday night, and I'm sitting here with my bottle of Chardonnay, relaying the events of my day. I went to the video store earlier to rent three adult videos. I had read some interesting reviews online and always like to know what I'm renting before I go in there. Especially when it comes to adult videos ( Read more... )

So the World Cup started today. And because I'm an anglophile, I'm rooting for England to win the whole thing. Mostly for my main man David Beckham. He's been through a lot, and this might be his last chance to even play in the tournament. I feel like 2002 was such a waste, what with his broken metatarsal and his boneheaded play that led to the ( Read more... )

Just saw The Break-Up. Yayah ( Read more... )