The engine started right up this morning, virtually roared to life, vroom. I put it in gear, I stepped on the gas, and the wheels locked tight. Isn't that great? I don't know what I was expecting, but it wasn't this. I'd planned for a change of scenery at least. Maybe not a thrill ride, … Continue reading : why doesn’t this thing go? :
Tag: apology
: on the road to success :
It’s a popular destination, success is. Everyone’s in a big rush to get there, get unpacked, and start enjoying the swanky accommodations. And who can blame them? There’s a hot tub and room service, vibrating beds, everything. However, the road isn’t well-marked. Between construction detours and confusing road signs, folks tend to get lost. I … Continue reading : on the road to success :
: please, I can explain :
Okay, here's the thing: AT&T keeps adding GBs of data to my account and charging me $10 or $20 or $30. Like clockwork. They start with a text message announcing 75% of my 3 GBs has been used. Next thing you know, my phone bill’s bloated beyond recognition. Now, I don’t use mountains of data. … Continue reading : please, I can explain :
: sorry for the holdup :
Come on, times are tough. I have to do something to make ends meet. So I found a second part-time job -- cleaning offices in the evening. The extra money will be nice; still not enough, but nice, just the same. Unfortunately, this new gig has thrown a big, fat wrench in my carefully arranged … Continue reading : sorry for the holdup :
: an armed standoff :
Police by the dozen, maybe even the FBI, are right outside my livingroom window. Right this minute. I’m not kidding, there’s an armed standoff underway. A SWAT team, guns drawn, stands at the ready. And I have a ringside seat. Sort of. There’s a building standing in the way, dammit, between me and them. I … Continue reading : an armed standoff :
