“So, John, there’s something I want to discuss with you so that I can explain myself a little bit. But, look, I don't want this to be awkward and I’m not trying to sound dramatic.” Staring across the desk at me, it was clear that John now expected this exchange to be awkward and dramatic.... Continue Reading →
“Hello?” “Hey.” “Hey. What’s up?” “Is there anything better than witnessing an awkward exchange as a bystander?” “Good morning to you too.” “Sorry. Good morning. How are you? So, is there anything more entertaining than watching two strangers have an awkward interaction?” “I need a little more context.” “Right. So, I was at Walgreens and... Continue Reading →
This Boy's Life: A Memoir Paperback – by Tobias Wolff This Boy’s Life is a novel about the author’s life and adolescence. Following his parents divorce, he moves around with his mother trying to find a literal home and figurative place in the world. The book does an amazing job detailing the angst and insecurities... Continue Reading →
“Hello?” “Hey, what’s up?” “Hey, man. Not much. What’s happening?” “Nothing. So, I was thinking about this. Tell me if it's just me.” “Shoot.” “Like, as a parent, or rather, as a dad, do you feel like you’re the assistant manager to your wife?” “I don’t get it.” “Like, your wife is the manager and... Continue Reading →
Subtitled, The Shocking Inside Story of How America Really Took Over the World, Confessions of an Economic Hit Man is a semi-autobiographical book written by John Perkins. The author claims that he was hired at a Boston engineering consulting firm that was secretly directed by the NSA. The author’s role was to consult the leaders... Continue Reading →
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