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Culture Shock, Girlfriend Shock
Back in Massachusetts, I’m delighted by a paper cup of Dunkin’ Donuts coffee, by having friends in the same time zone and by the stunning realization that in an entire day of repatriation errands and then a dinner with friends, … Continue reading
Stupid Western Food
After our impromptu lost-luggage party, Scep and Katie took Stick and me out to a Montclair restaurant. It’s one of my favorites, and it’s the one where Scep and I have have our traditional pre-holiday margaritas. I bounced around in … Continue reading
Water Poets
I took my mom and dad to Beihai Park on their first real day. It’s always beautiful but it was decorated for National Day and looked ever better than last time. On the sidewalk by the south entrance, a man … Continue reading
Chinese New Year
Today is the first day of Chinese New Year. There is a tradition that whatever you do today, you will continue to do all year. So children aren’t scolded or spanked today, because if they cry, they will cry all … Continue reading
I Miss Kristine
Today I called my old roommate Kristine to tell her my brilliant Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince theory. “I know who R.A.B. is,” I began, in lieu of hi or what’s up? or how have your last two months … Continue reading
Roman S&M
The Romans, not being familiar with Massachusetts weather, thought that spring began on February 5th. So, like most fertility rites, Lupercalia takes place in early spring, February 15th. Young men would start out in the cave of Romulus and Remus, … Continue reading
Massachusetts Liberals
In case you missed www.kerryhatersforkerry.com and www.johnkerryisadouchebagbutImvotingforhimanyway.com, let me explain my position on the election. I want gay marraige, I want legal, accessible abortions and I don’t think we should send American teenage boys to fight and kill Middle Eastern … Continue reading
Driving To Sterling
Last night I drove to Sterling to see Eric and my second family. Did you catch that? I drove. This is a major accomplishment, since I am a terrified of driving. But I haven’t seen my Eric in quite a … Continue reading
