Glovun: the Glover Code of Honor
Not long ago, I read an article about an Albanian blood feud connected to their ancient code of honor known as the Kanun. The article mentioned a few salient features: A person’s besa is his word of honor, his sacred … Continued
Proper Placemat Design
Why am I spending so much time thinking about proper placemat design? What cartoon anvil dropped on my head and forced me to stumble around in a dizzy-dazzy haze, contemplating the merits of vinyl and tropical palm versus cotton embroidery? … Continued
Candy Diversity
The trick-or-treaters started picketing in the front yard before nightfall on Halloween. “It’s a school night,” one of the little punks informed me. “My mommy wants me home by seven thirty.” During their afternoon protest, they had trampled on our … Continued
Mayo by Default
It’s a Saturday night and you and your significant other have decided to splurge on a nice meal. You’ve sucked down a few tasty libations, something with vodka and a half-dozen other ingredients that you swear is going to be … Continued
