Monthly Archives: January 2012

Living in a material world. And I am a material girl.

Posted on January 21, 2012 by

“There is a saying in Tibet that ‘at the door of the miserable rich man sleeps the contented beggar.’ The point of this saying is not that poverty is a virtue, but that happiness does not come from wealth, but … Continue reading →

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Winter Melancholy: ‘The X-Files’, Nick Cave and Pearl Jam

Posted on January 14, 2012 by

Besides the recent icy winds and threat of snow, it hasn’t been especially wintry here, which I’m not terribly sad about. I know, I know. Please don’t hate me, outdoor winter sports enthusiasts. It’s still dark and cold, making me … Continue reading →

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Mutant Like Me

Posted on January 7, 2012 by

This month my search terms were rather boring, which I hope doesn’t mean that I have been boring, too.  Maybe I need to talk about my boobs or neuroses more often. Naw, then I’ll just attract pervs and people who … Continue reading →

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Shazam: Revelations and Resolutions!

Posted on January 1, 2012 by

Ack! I jotted down some ideas days ago for this “out with the old, in with the new” post. Unfortunately “the thing that shall not be named” happened on Friday and I’m left a little short-circuited and simultaneously weepy/jittery/anxious/angry. (OK, … Continue reading →

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