Monthly Archives: November 2013

A Second Thanksgiving Gift

Posted on November 28, 2013 by John Erickson

Some have asked me if my weirdness developed later in life, or if I’ve always been this way. So to help answer that, here’s a story from 27 years ago. But first, a bit of background. I was working at … Continue reading →

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My Thanksgiving Gift – A Bit Early.

Posted on November 27, 2013 by John Erickson

I’m sure some of you will have family shindigs to attend tomorrow, and others far braver than I will be engaging in that no-holds-barred warfare known as holiday shopping. So here’s my Thanksgiving salute to one and all, whether you … Continue reading →

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Um … Yeah, It’s One Of THOSE Posts Again.

Posted on November 24, 2013 by John Erickson

Well, this time, I’m just gonna give ya the highlights. Last Thursday night, my wife got really sick. Nothing life-threatening (technically), just one of those barf-n-squirt stomach bugs. Things got nuts as I took on taking care of the house … Continue reading →

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An Unusual, But Urgent, Request.

Posted on November 13, 2013 by John Erickson

My regular readers know that I try to avoid “heavy” topics. Sure, I’ll memorialise our veterans and sing their praises. But otherwise, I try to keep things humourous and light around here. But today, I find myself having to do … Continue reading →

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When History Becomes Hearsay.

Posted on November 11, 2013 by John Erickson

On this Veteran’s Day, 95 years after the end of the First World War, I’d like to touch on a slightly different topic. Rather than just joining the ranks of so many others posting “thank you” today, I’d like to … Continue reading →

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Murphy, Go Home!

Posted on November 10, 2013 by John Erickson

Just to let you all know I’m still alive … kinda. In light of the old Chinese blessing/curse “May you live in interesting times”, it has been a hellaciously interesting few weeks! First I fought with my ISP To get … Continue reading →

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