Category: Open Threads

The Bookworm Beat 2-25-15 — the illustrated edition and open thread

The first cartoon in this line-up really resonated with me.  I was talking to someone the other day — a Progressive — who was complaining about her disastrous secretary, who is completely disorganized. I asked the obvious question.  “Why don’t you fire her?” “Weeelllll,” she  hedged, “that’s not really possible.” A little

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The Bookworm Beat 2-23-15 — Post-Vegas edition and Open Thread

I do like Vegas. I love its manic energy, crazed corporate imagination, over-the-top shows, brilliant colors, and flashing lights. And then, after three days, I’m desperate to get away from the noise and smoke and, often, the desperation floating above the casino floors. In other words, I had a great

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