The Mrs. and the Bear are on the way back from the Doc. The Bear’s wet undies continue and we decided to get her checked for a Urinary Track Infection (UTI). Fortunately we were able to get a same day appointment. We’ll know tomorrow morn if she has a UTI […]
When I started at my day job, some 9 years ago I befriended another corporate newbie named Lynda Commale. She eventually left the firm for much more important goals, like starting a family and now, for the past two years or so, to raise money for Nothing But Nets. With […]
While I rarely discuss it here on OWTK, I live and breathe Detroit Red Wings hockey. In fact, next year will mark my 20th year as fan of the Winged Wheel. I’ve been to a pair of regular reason games (both wins) over the past 19 years (I think sometime […]
Disaster has been averted! The crack team also known as the TSA uncovered my sinister plan to smother each and every one of the 50 passengers squeezed on to our tiny plane with Rendezvous BBQ sauce. Fortunately for all aboard ,and frankly the nation as a whole, my $3.50 sealed […]
I miss my kitty cat today. Not that she ever tickled the ivory (the 2nd time I’ve managed to squeeze my favorite musical phrase into an OWTK post this year) but still, seeing Nora rub her cheek against the black and white keys brings a little tear to my eyes. […]
While I write a lot about kiddie rock these days, my true undying passion is for independent rock and roll. I often credit The Afghan Whigs, June of ’44, Fugazi, Built to Spill and Silkworm along with scores of other lesser known acts, for shaping much of who I am […]
March is traditionally my favorite month of the year for the following reasons: the NCAA basketball Tournament Spring Training/Opening Day (on the 31st this year!) the Bear’s birthday Spring weather Snow (yes, March usually brings the best snowfall of the year in this part of the country AS WELL AS […]
After reading about them on Green Mom Finds this afternoon, I just ordered The Bear a few dozen Valentine’s Day cards from Stubby Pencil Studio – a Portland, Oregon based Mom-run business selling homemade cards, stationary and art supplies made from environmentally friendly materials. Stubby Pencils was started in reaction […]
