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I've got three. I could probably do 20. I'm hoping you have at least five.

Jun 23

Re-entry complete. OK, well, that's a lie.

Jun 21

A place of one's own. A Rose City rendezvous. Anxiety. Muscle aches. Advil. Wine. And lots of nice vibes.

Jun 16

I felt the need for something ultra weird and fun to distract my mind. Here's a a series that I think is a remarkably underrated gem.

Jun 10

Now's a great time to watch some TV but, temporarily, not an ideal time to write about it. So, first, a post, then a pinned list of viewing suggestions…

Jun 6

Obscure? Yes. Lovely? Yes. Happy-making, smart-thinking? Yes. Vibey? Oh, hell yes. Let's get happy.

Jun 2

A little story about a pleasant surprise and what happens when you just decide to watch something without an agenda and no expectations. You know, like…

May 31

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