Between James Frey, J.T. Leroy, Nasdijj and the possibility of Augusten Burroughs also joining the club of lying writers, it’s been a busy month. Oprah finally went after Frey yesterday for his “badly remembered” memoir. His book was an upcoming choice in a reading group I’m a part of. Last Thursday, at the monthly reading [...]
Jamie Foxx is still Ugly Wanda.
I can’t help it. I know actor Jamie Foxx has won an Oscar, wowed the world with his acting and music abilities, put out a skank-fest CD of luuuuuve grooves and has everyone all a flutter… but I still think of him as Wanda off of “In Living Color.” I loved that show in college. [...]
How to survive in a snowstorm.
The January 27, 2006 issue of The Week excerpts a list from All You that gives the reader tips on how to survive a snowstorm. Since we’re supposed to be getting a blizzard tonight, this seems an appropriate topic. Let’s have a look at these ideas. Prepare your house. Before the blizzard begins, close all [...]




