Monthly Archives: May 2006

Overlord Instruction

I’ve been searching my school’s library for a video that captures the essence of World War II for my 6th grade classes. Everything I’m coming across is too cold and clinical. Nothing is XTREME!! enough for my tastes, and I’ll … Continue reading

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WHAT! II

Thanks to Thom for sending along this artwork inspired by Kevin’s comments on Monday. Once again, thank you Thom for taking everything you read on this blog so literally. In other news, I will be chaperoning a field trip today, … Continue reading

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Uncle Geoffrey

I brought leftover pizza to work with me today for lunch. I’m excitied for lunchtime! Have you ever had pizza before? You should. It’s awesome. It tastes kinda like a hot sandwich without a top slice, but saltier. I would … Continue reading

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WHAT!

A well-meaning organization, Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life (MCCL), has nonetheless the single poorest advertising track record that I have ever witnessed, and that includes both the Shane Company and Subway (currently rehashing a 1993 advertising jingle on television for … Continue reading

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Meadelovin’

My sister Julia left me a message today letting me know that she just spotted a car with a bumper sticker that read, “Civil War Re-Enacter” and a license place that read simply HUZZAH. Does this mean I was adopted? … Continue reading

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Humble Ballpark Suggestions

The Minnesota State Legislature is currently working on several controversial plans to build a new Twins ballpark in downtown Minneapolis. While Republicans and Democrats argue over funding mechanisms, others look at the Twins proposal and wonder why there isn’t a … Continue reading

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