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Cannibalism: Latest European Food Fad

 Among the European nations, Germany is apparently the world leader in “people who eat people” (cue Barbara Streisand music). That’s right, you heard me correctly. I’m not referring to zombies or roving bands of Game of Thrones Teutonic barbarians chanting pagan … Continue reading

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Robot Hand Jobs

The fundamental “Law of Robotics” (especially in sci-fi movies) is “Robots must obey humans and follow their commands. They must never harm or go against their human creators.” Anyone who has ever been in a relationship of any length knows … Continue reading

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Gifting Pipes and Sacred Boxes

It’s not always clear to me why I choose to give a certain peace pipe or sacred box to someone. If I know the person’s spirit animal or totem then it’s sort of a no-brainer. Other times it seems just part … Continue reading

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My Dad Was Like An M and M Candy

  My Dad was like an M and M candy and also was a great lover of jelly beans. He used to smell like Old Spice aftershave until he switched to Obsession by Calvin Klein. Although he was only 5’8” … Continue reading

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Dodgeball and the Dalai Lama: That’s The Way The Ball Bounces

  If the Dalai Lama ever played dodgeball, I would bet dollars to donuts he would have been good at it. If you’re old enough you probably remember dodgeball from your childhood school . It’s the anxiety provoking “sport” in … Continue reading

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Getting Back Our Mojo

MOJO N. 1. Self-confidence, Self-assuredness. As in the basis for believing in oneself in a trying situation or life in general. Esp. in the context of a contest or display of bravery/skill such as going into battle,etc. 2. Good luck … Continue reading

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12 Things Bro-Dad Hates Right Now and One He Likes (DragonCon)

12 Things Bro-Dad Hates Right Now and One He Likes (DragonCon) Posted on September 18, 2013 by captaincliff   When I was young I remember hearing older adults complain about the “good old days”. I also remember thinking they were “old fogies” … Continue reading

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Help I Watched Monsters Inside Me!

Warning:  If you happen to be 1) Jewish and neurotic 2) prone to having bouts of anxiety and/or 3) tend to be a hypochondriac, do NOT do what I did last nite. I watched Monsters Inside Me (MIM) on Animal … Continue reading

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Ashley on Judaism: Guest Blog

 Ye Olde Guest Blog Written by my son Eli’s beautiful gf, Ashley who is converting to Judaism on October 1st. One big point for the Tribe.  Woop woop! What I Believe:  I believe that humans are the creators of God … Continue reading

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12 Things I Hate Right Now and One I Like (DragonCon)

  When I was young I remember hearing older adults kvetch and complain about the “good old days”. I also remember thinking they were “old fogies” who didn’t have a frickin’ clue. They didn’t “get” the Beatles, Pink Floyd, astrology, … Continue reading

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