Posts by hamblog
flashback
I’m having trouble getting past the potato bug episode. That thing really pushes the hard-wired revulsion buttons. I’m not afraid of snakes nor spiders, but I’m sure afraid of the potato bug! And vermin, not a fan of vermin. I remember when we had a mouse problem in a flat I lived in in San…
Read Morebugout
Perhaps I should’ve seen the foreshadowing — one of the earlier scenes of last night’s improv show involved two entomologists. And so it was that I was completely unprepared for what went down about halfway through the show. I was at the piano, soundtracking a scene as I tend to do when we are light…
Read Moreimitation of flattery
It’s a coincidence. Probably just a coincidence, right? There’s a Tumblr blog that is run by an person who makes her living as an actress and comedian in LA. I posted something a few weeks ago about something somewhat obscure, and a couple days later she posted a short Tumblr about the same subject. I…
Read Moreoh you monkey face
Molly and myself earlier today. The Santa Monica Pier was pretty delightful, despite the fact the rides weren’t operating and there were a few too many fast food establishments at hand. There was an arcade with a satisfying amount of old-school games, a squashed penny machine, and photo booths. I love this picture. Oddly, the…
Read Morebitter sweet boozy
I’m thumb-typing this into my McPhone (this hotel charges for Internet usage, boo, down with The Man). Actually I’m typing this in the hotel room’s bathroom whilst soaking my feet in cold water in the tub. The feet are deservedly sore after an epic slog through the Superfreakout Fashion District today. How I love the…
Read Moreattitude adjustment
I don’t have an overly stressful life but this week has been a little rapidfire. Suffering from unusually early mornings, late nights and high heels. I’m fidgeting in my businesslike attire as I type. But now, this project is completed and delivered and clapped at and now it’s time to stick the proverbial fork in…
Read Moredownward dog
My yoga teacher B teaches a Vinyasa class that’s one of the hardest classes I’ve taken. I’m one of those people who have to wipe down the mat, floor and walls near me after this class, what with all the sweating. I started taking this class when my hip was injured over the summer; it…
Read Moretimed challenge
I am suffering from a pinch of writer’s block and a dash of inertia. I have several saved drafts and very little gumption. It’s getting nervous-makingly late in the day. So, I just set my alarm for five minutes and am just typing until it goes off. I noticed how happy I felt today, supporting…
Read Morehillside yuppie-hippie hootenanny
I was invited to a local annual outdoor concert today. Not necessarily the lineup of musicians I’d seek out, but hey, free ticket, picnic with friends, delicious cool and cloudy autumnal weather, why the hey not? The music was so-so to my ears, except for a blazing set by the Blind Boys of Alabama. Did…
Read Morecostume dilemma
What am I going to be for Halloween? I still feel like the 2009 mob of angry villagers was my high point. Last year was pretty good, too. This year? No ideas. Well, a couple ideas, but nothing too zingy. I would love to finally do something robotic, but I’m in such a non-crafty mode.…
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