I tried to end a somewhat stressful week with treats and relaxation. Some plans went better than others, but you can be sure I took pictures to remember them (except for when I didn’t)

996 days later . . . I got another haircut! I got it trimmed and layered and evened out and even thinned in places so that it looks even and intentional and not wild and untamed

The other day I saw a vanity license plate in a frame such that, taken together, a phrase emerged: “Keep Pounding Alan*” *Name changed to protect the ignorant

as someone who craves routine and struggles with overstimulation, today was rough Not only was there Disappointing Dunkin, but I also changed my email notifications (trying to get notified ONLY when I get an email from one specific address) and ended up with over 50,000 unread notifications

all of these

took myself to Dunkin as a treat; discovered 2 favorites are no longer being carried blueberry cake is available only at select stores and appears to be phasing out (some stores have glazed blueberry, but not mine) lemon filled has been discontinued entirely What’s even the point, then?!

This is a small complaint, minuscule even, but I much preferred it when Science Friday had one large weekly podcast instead of multiple shorter episodes spread throughout the week.

It’s Wednesday and you’re with me, trying to start the day with a smile despite it all.

an online stranger said I’d feel different about ICE if my loved one was raped/killed by “an illegal” in 2017 my wife was stalked in an attempt to abduct her into human trafficking. The officer told us there was nothing the police could do & she should be flattered This person understands nothing

Lackawaxen

Weekly words in which I talk about returning to work after a break, continued holiday festivities, and an anniversary celebration!

The weekend got away from me; I’ll try to have a blog post tomorrow!

There’s a GoFundMe for Jonathan Ross’s legal expenses for murdering Renee Good. This violates GoFundMe’s Terms of Service. Everyone must report it. A thread on how to do that 🧵

ask not for whom the frog croaks, he croaks for the

Today is my 17th wedding anniversary. Things have changed a lot but we wouldn’t want to take this journey with anyone else. I made chicken pot pie with a biscuit topping and mashed potatoes and green beans. I found a carnelian in the shape of a heart; it’s this year’s gem/crystal!

I auditioned but did not make the cut for television and looking back I think it was probably because at that point in time I would not have been good TV. I was an asshole, and not even a likable one, at that.

Two nice things that happened this week: 1. A Frog Pusheen appeared on my desk, an unexpected yet welcomed and appreciated “thank you just because” gift from a coworker. 2. Another coworker wrote me a letter of support for an internal activity & had such kind things to say I cried when I read it.

Goal Accomplished: 74

214 - goal for today: double digits

oh, and also: I think I’m allergic to something at work. Since the beginning of November I start each day feeling relatively fine and by the end of the day I have a sinus headache, drainage, and I’m struggling to breathe. Finally broke down and got some allergy meds and today was the best day in mos

ended with 116

I left yesterday with 174 I arrived today to 217

I sent my friend a cat video They sent back “I love you, too” and now I’m a sobbing, blubbering mess

I sent my friend a cat video They sent back “I love you, too” and now I’m a sobbing, blubbering mess

Back in the office for the first time since Dec 23 and I have [drumroll] 350 emails (this includes email notifications for missed calls and voicemail messages) yayyyyyy

In which I talk about the last week of 2025 (as well as look back at some highlights) and share some small goals for 2026.

In which I talk about the last week of 2025 (as well as look back at some highlights) and share some small goals for 2026.

somewhere between frazzled swamp thing and mossy log of darkness . . . maybe a frazzled, mossy log in a swamp of darkness?

On January 25 we will be returning to our Cyberpunk game and I am beyond excited!!

I have made Guinness sloppy joes for supper

My wife put in a request for sloppy joes so I’ve made my family-famous Guinness sloppy joes and now the flavors can meld together for the next five hours or so. What makes them Guinness sloppy joes? Why, a whole bottle of Guiness! (Instead of sauce I use a tomato paste/Guinness mix)

Hi, I’m a guy talking on his cell phone going 65 in a 50 and running a red light, followed an hour or so later by an ER nurse ignoring my medical chart/history and trying to give me penicillin

When I had my cat Smokey every Friday I would play Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue when I got home from work on Fridays. I can count on one hand - maybe two - the number of times I’ve played it since September 2018. This year I think I’ll try playing it more, again.

For the first time in a very long time I am having a bad brain *night* Send good vibes and maybe suggestions for things to watch on Tubi?

My paternal grandfather Papa John (really) was born 119 years ago today. He died when I was four (ish). I wish I had known him better; by all accounts we would have got along famously.

When you can’t find your plastic bottle cap so you temporarily seal your tonic water with a replica of a major award

New Year’s Eve: homemade ham and pie apple pizza (also with bacon and onion), salad with homemade ranch (first time I’ve tried it; it was okay) and G&T with drumshado citrus and elderflower tonic Watching culinary class wars on Netflix!

Having had the privilege of knowing a Pearl Harbor and D-Day veteran, MCR’s Video for Ghost of You hits hard. youtu.be/uCUpvTMis-Y?...

A friend said they don’t make New Year’s resolutions but they do make small promises to themselves like “drink tea every day” or “write once a week” and I do not understand the difference - aren’t those resolutions?

How I am walking out of 2025

Having had the privilege of knowing a Pearl Harbor and D-Day veteran, MCR’s Video for Ghost of You hits hard. youtu.be/uCUpvTMis-Y?...

not enough people see my posts to get mad at me and that monkey paw better stay how it is I don’t want to see any fingers curling, you hear me?

supper tonight was chicken and yellow rice with roasted veggies

Here’s mine . . .

Fall Out Boyz II Men Matchbox 21 Pilots Pawns or Kings of Leon Murder by Death Can for Cutie Garth Brooks and Dunn

Here’s mine . . .

some weeks ago I picked up a bottle of gin last week I received a set of glass goblets from @charlieeldred.bsky.social today I picked up tonic water (elderflower and regular) My New Years Eve plans are shaping up (along with pizza and salad)

Your daily fortune: Write down your stories before they fade away. You may inspire someone in another age.

Maybe not minor but walking around a con dressed as Hiccup and Astrid and my wife had made a massive 6ft+ battle axe and Jyoti Amge sent her handler to say “Ms Amge would like to know if she could hold your axe” This may have been the same con we got stuck on an elevator with Barry Bostwick