Some people like to pick a side of a fight; based on this title, I clearly like to find a middle ground where both sides can attack me – genius. In TV sitcom writing, the two key questions every writer is supposed to ask are: “Why are they fighting? Why are they both right?” These two questions are … [Read more...]
Is My Wife Crazy?
If you’re reading this post after seeing the title, I guarantee that it’s going places you didn’t expect. Sorry, it’s not that juicy. If anything, it’s more… strange. The other day my wife shared a story that I’m sure she’s told me before, but I had no memory of it... like most things I hear (I … [Read more...]
At What Capacity Do You Run?
(Dilbert) “I think my coworkers are getting dumber.” (Dogbert) “They’re not getting dumber; you’re just getting to know them better.” This Dilbert comic made me laugh because of how true it is – no offence to the people about whom I’ve thought this. I know some have thought this of me (my wife is … [Read more...]
It’s Easy to Become a Bad Person (3 examples)
Last week I noticed my laptop computer cord started to have a wear spot where the skinny cord comes out of the power adaptor. I was surprised because I’m very careful how I treat anything to do with my laptop – my cheapness wants to avoid unnecessary repairs. That being said, it’s nine years old, … [Read more...]
Opinions are a Blessing and Curse
If you want to avoid conflict, having an opinion can suck because it will lead to conflict. If you want to avoid conflict, NOT having an opinion can suck because it will lead to conflict – that’s a fun reality isn’t it? The problem with opinions is you’re guaranteed to have conflict no matter what … [Read more...]
“It Feels Like…” this is a Dumb Thing to Say
The other week I noticed my wife regularly says, “It feels like...” to start a sentence that has nothing to do with a feeling – perfect... for teasing her, which I did... because “it feels like” the right thing to do. I’ll joke with something like “It’s a good thing it feels that way because … [Read more...]
The Disaster Wedding (& Tips to Heal)
My big story of the summer is one I wish didn’t happen, but it’s too late to change now, so let’s use it for something good like learning how to be better in the future – look at me trying to be healthy. Earlier in August I did a wedding for a couple I can confidently say is headed to divorce (is … [Read more...]
Another Male & Female Difference Discussed
The other week my wife and I had to sign some paperwork at a lawyer’s office... no, we’re fine; it wasn’t that kind of lawyer. As we were walking from our car to the office, I noticed my wife was struggling, which was unusual. The reason? Heels. Between kids and covid she hasn’t really worn heels … [Read more...]
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