the id, the ego, & the single misfiring brain cell

observations and thoughts with no other place to go "That which does not kill you makes you stronger."  This sounds terrific on the surface, but even a cursory examination proves it to be only so much feel-good bullshit. Assuming that the phrase app… more »

Like many Americans, I followed the Zimmerman trial fairly closely. Unlike most (?) of them, however, I can honestly say that while I feel--passionately--that Zimmerman was wrong, I'm fairly sure I would have voted exactly as the jury did. more »

I'm a compulsive cleaner. I will wallow in my own filth, just as happy as the next sow, until I--say--put something away. It's as though something in my brain turns on when I take that initial, innocent step. This morning, I ate a meal then went upstair… more »