I find it kind of annoying that words from “Jabberwocky” are ending up in the dictionary now. I’m not a Lewis Carroll afionado, but it’s always seemed to me that the magic of “Jabberwocky” is that Carroll’s words hint at … Continue reading
Some things: 1) I liked this article: “Opinion: Franchises are taking over Hollywood. If only they could all be ‘F9: The Fast Saga.’” Specifically on the subject of sex, it bothers me more and more that the Marvel movies are … Continue reading
I was taking a subway today, and, as we pulled into a station, I heard this announcement over the loudspeaker: “The alligator is at the center of the platform” My first thought was, “Well, I’m glad I’m not getting off … Continue reading
1) Following up on my recent post “Death in a Box,” this article in the New York Times caught my eye: “The Mystery of My Obsession With Agatha Christie.” 2) Following up, to some extent, on my last post, … Continue reading
Paul Temple As I mentioned a couple of times ago, I’ve been listening avidly to the Paul Temple radio detective series. I was trying to find a way to describe it, but then from this article I found this: In … Continue reading
1. Office Supplies! I completed my current story a couple of days ago, so now it’s time for reviewing and correcting mistakes (particularly punctuation). Therefore, first thing this morning, I scooted out and bought new pens, loose leaf paper, loose … Continue reading