Monthly Archives: December 2009
Sorry, But That Cannot Be Your Favorite Holiday
At some point in your life, you will be asked to name your favorite holiday. Don’t take this question lightly, because you’ll inevitably be judged on your answer. My favorite holiday is Thanksgiving, so you can wisely assume that I … Continue reading
Asian Christmas
As we’re nearing the end of another holiday season, I would like to thank my parents for the wonderful gift that they bestowed upon me. Ever since I was but a wee fetus, swimming around in an embryonic pool … Continue reading
There is a Difference Between Saying “I Love Lions” and “I Love Cougars”
Just a decade ago, the word “cougar” meant nothing more than a giant, unpopular mountain cat. Cougars were barely on our human radar, as they were always overshadowed by their cooler feline cousins: flashy tigers, menacing lions, shoe-brand pumas, four-door … Continue reading
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Glass Ceilings Could Be Shattered With Glass Bathroom Walls
It’s a known fact that finance is a male-dominated industry. There’s Buffett, and Soros, and Madoff, and the banker on Deal or No Deal: all men. In the sausagefest of finance, the only female presence is the wife, the mistress, … Continue reading
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Old Tiger May Have Been “Boring,” But At Least He Doesn’t Have The Clap
Dammit, Tiger Woods. Forget about your wife for a second (I’m guessing that won’t be hard) — How could you do this to us, your fans? Just last week, every person in America was a fan of Tiger Woods. You … Continue reading
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“Cyber” Monday, Followed By “Phone Sex” Tuesday and “Light Touching” Wednesday
Back in the early 90s, we were introduced to the magical world of “cyberspace,” a place where you could chat with friends, check “electronic mail,” and even talk to strangers. “Going on cyberspace” was like copulating with a pack of … Continue reading
