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Tag Archives: TV
Nostalgia
My music teacher, attempting to translate the title of a musical work, asked me, “How’s your German?” I replied, “If it wasn’t in `Hogan’s Heroes,’ I don’t know it.” I meant that as a joke, of course, but it was … Continue reading
Hoarder-in-Training
“You’ve got to see this TV show,” my husband said. “It made me want to go into my office and throw everything away.” That’s how he introduced me to Hoarders, a show about people who have journeyed way past collecting … Continue reading
Tots and TV
Dear Marshall, Everyone has their own opinions about how to take care of a child, and they can get downright nasty if you disagree with them. This can be quite a problem for new mothers, unsure of themselves, not knowing … Continue reading
Late-Night Misfire
Late last night, I was in the bedroom reading when I heard the voice of Bill Maher coming from the TV in the living room. I put my book down for a moment and listened. My reward was to hear … Continue reading