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Snap out of it!

Posted on March 26, 2011 by polloplayer

Truth be told, I’ve been feeling a bit out of sorts of late. Thanks to the French, there’s a perfect word for it: malaise (come to think of it, thanks to the French we have some perfect words for almost everything) … Continue reading →

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Cold and Hungry.

Posted on February 6, 2010 by polloplayer

BRRRR! I know it’s rude and inconsiderate to complain about the cold when a record-breaking blizzard is pelting other parts of the country, but baby it’s cold outside! Winter is a subtle proposition when it’s not defined by wind chill. … Continue reading →

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“Blue Monday”.

Posted on January 18, 2010 by polloplayer

Personally, I’m feeling just a squeak better today – head feels like it weighs only 50 lbs instead of 100, but according to a report from FirstCare, a firm that studies absenteeism, today is officially the “most miserable day of the year”. … Continue reading →

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Sidelined.

Posted on January 17, 2010 by polloplayer

Nothing like the flu to melt away that Hawaiian tan. Daniel had a brief and violent bout with it while we were vacationing; mine is less intense, but lingering. I am now sincerely hoping the 48-hour-flu does not become 72-hour-flu. … Continue reading →

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Weather. Or not.

Posted on August 12, 2009 by polloplayer

We supposedly enjoy one of the country’s great climates. I mention this fact often, especially in the summer, when I start and end the day in my warmest wool sweaters. I looked at a weather map of the country last … Continue reading →

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