Category Archives: Raleigh

Hyperbole and Exaggeration

Posted on September 9, 2010 by Meg

So apparently it’s lame to write a post about how much I love the Boston commuter rail. They have wifi now, and even though it’s pretty spotty,  playing Facebook games is far superior to driving. Instead I’ll tell you about … Continue reading →

Posted in Boston, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Raleigh | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

Winning Error Message

Posted on September 5, 2010 by Meg

Got this awesome error from Digg this morning: Just don’t try to ford the river, guys. That never goes well. Tweet this!

Posted in Raleigh | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Rejecting Rejection

Posted on August 20, 2010 by Meg

Dear editor, Thank you for considering me as a recipient of your rejection letter. I received an overwhelming response from many talented publications, and I reviewed them all carefully before making any decision. Unfortunately, your letter does not suit my present needs. … Continue reading →

Posted in Raleigh | 8 Comments

Wanted: Sidekick with Flashbulb Camera

Posted on August 13, 2010 by Meg

I got this sticker from my dad the other day. Now I just have to find the guys from The Kartel and steal one of their hats, and I’m all set to be an old-time reporter! Tweet this!

Posted in Raleigh | Tagged , , , | 2 Comments

MyTribe’s New Mystery

Posted on August 9, 2010 by Meg

So my favorite Facebook game, MyTribe recently added sending gifts and begging for gifts, and that’s pretty much the day I lost interest in the game. It was extra frustrating because there were so many great ways MyTribe could have … Continue reading →

Posted in facebook games, Game Reviews, Raleigh | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 43 Comments

The Daring Game For Girls

Posted on August 6, 2010 by Meg

When I wasn’t teaching or running around Manhattan with packs of teenagers, I checked out The Daring Game For Girls on the DS. I know this is the girl-player stereotype, but I just can’t overstate how important a customizable avatar … Continue reading →

Posted in Game Reviews, Raleigh | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

Lord Stabbington

Posted on August 4, 2010 by Meg

The last few days of school had a lot of angst for my students as summer couples separated. I always enjoy being the older confidante in teenage adventures, but this particular situation reminded me so much of being exactly my … Continue reading →

Posted in New Jersey, Raleigh | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments

Two Worlds Collided

Posted on July 31, 2010 by Meg

Tonight was the end-of-term dance for the students, and some of the responsible adults also grabbed the chance to dance around the gym/auditorium, gossip by the water fountain, hang out with the smokers on the stairs and generally act like … Continue reading →

Posted in New Jersey, Raleigh, teaching teenagers | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Hard Copy

Posted on July 22, 2010 by Meg

Oh, look, it’s a game to which I’ve contributed in a tiny way, on the real shelf in the real store. This will never get old for me. Apologies to any Target employees who might not have enjoyed my happy … Continue reading →

Posted in Raleigh | Leave a comment

Bu Chai

Posted on July 21, 2010 by Meg

Tom Lasseter, who replaced Tim Johnson as the China correspondent for McClatchy, mentioned today on his blog that Beijing plans to renovate all the hutongs around the Drum and Bell Towers. Renovation is hardly news in Beijing, where the pre-Olympic … Continue reading →

Posted in Beijing, Chinese life, Raleigh, Yantai | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment