Monthly Archives: October 2025

Crap Filters

Posted on 10/14/2025 by chick

Last week I was looking at the “buy free” options at the Ocean State Job Lot website. It was a crazy hodgepodge of things, including such gems as “Colorful Juggling Scarves 12 Pack” and “Cupping Therapy Set with Vacuum Pump.” … Continue reading →

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Reassuring Record

Posted on 10/13/2025 by chick

On Friday I finished The Boston Globe‘s Mini Crossword in 8 seconds. That’s a new record. I realize that nobody else cares how fast I can solve the Mini, but to me it’s a sign that my brain is still … Continue reading →

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Tiny Upside

Posted on 10/12/2025 by chick

One tiny upside of being sick is that it was a good excuse to skip my music lesson on Friday. Lately the lessons have been more stressful than fun, and I’m thinking about quitting. Weekly lessons feel like too much … Continue reading →

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In Sickness and in Health

Posted on 10/11/2025 by chick
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Reading Report: Early October 2025

Posted on 10/05/2025 by chick

I recently finished reading The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley. The cover of the book has a seal touting it as a “Good Morning America Book Club Pick.” Big whoop-de-do. I read it simply because it sounded like my … Continue reading →

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To Do This Weekend

Posted on 10/04/2025 by chick

I woke up late today. It was a poor start to the weekend. Not only am I feeling groggy, but having slept away a significant chunk of this day, there’s less weekend left to enjoy. It’s already well after noon, … Continue reading →

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