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March Madness (of a different sort)
Well, since my last post, I've been a busy lad, working hard on the novel-in-progress, kicking PayPal's ass and—
What's that? I haven't mentioned my on-going dispute with those lovely folks at PayPal/eBay, have I? Here's the poop:
Three years ago I filed a formal complaint with the Privacy Commission of Canada. PayPal brusquely informed me that my on-line transactions had reached a certain (arbitrary) limit and I could no longer use their services until I allowed them to link to my bank account. Ahem. Anyone who knows me will tell you that I am touchy about my security and privacy almost to the point of paranoia. There was no way I was going to give those corporate scum-suckers that kind of potential access to my personal banking information.
So I ratted PayPal out to the Privacy Commissioner. Insisted that I was being denied services and my rights as a private citizen were being violated.
After several years of investigations and submissions from both parties, the Privacy Commissioner has concluded that my complaint was "well-founded" and I have had my PayPal account fully restored. Not only that, Paypal has agreed to change its practices and fully implement the Privacy Commission's recommendations regarding on-line transactions by November 30, 2014. These "corrective measures" will provide PayPal clients with more information and an "alternative solution", other than the illegal and unwarranted collection of personal banking information.
My thanks to the folks at the Privacy Commission for pursuing such a lengthy and complex case and for holding PayPal's feet to the fire until they were forced to acknowledge the legitimacy of my concerns.
Vindication! This is what happens when you refuse to be one of the dull-witted, simple-minded "sheeple". As consumers and citizens of a free country we have rights and must make every effort to ensure our private data isn't being collected/mined or our financial security rendered vulnerable by greedhead corporations and/or overly nosy, inquisitive government agencies.
So stay vigilant.
What else? The novel…ah, yes, the novel. What can I tell you—very little really. It progresses, slowly but surely. Still anticipating an early 2015 release date…other than that, I have nothing to add. Cautiously optimistic but unwilling to go any further. How's that for unhelpful?
When I've not been writing or editing, I've been watching a number of good movies, some of which I've reviewed over on my film blog. You did know I had a film site, right? Oh, for Heaven's sake…well, you'll find it here. I post infrequently (surprise, surprise) and refuse to have anything to do with silly popcorn movies, rom-coms or abominations by the likes of Michael Bay, JJ Abrams, Zack Snyder or (saving the loudest retch for last) James Cameron. I try to champion obscure or forgotten movies, doing my bit to enlighten contemporary cinema-goers, many of whom haven't seen anything older than "Jaws". Hands down, the best film I've seen so far in 2014 is a Czech film Sherron gave me for Christmas called "Marketa Lazarova". Nothing else has come close. Set in the Medieval era, complications involving two warring clans…strong intimations of Bergman's "Virgin Spring" and Kurasawa's "Throne of Blood". I intend to watch it again before I sit down and write my review. So much to take in—there is greatness in that film.
March 8th, Sherron and I attended a performance by the Saskatoon Symphony. Not a regular occurrence, I'm shame-faced to admit, but this time around the bill was too good to resist, featuring two of my favorite 20th Century composers, Benjamin Britten and Ralph Vaughan Williams. After the intermission, three different choirs filed out and added their voices to Vaughan Williams' "Sea Symphony" (the text derived from poems by Walt Whitman). Two solo vocalists, Monica Huisman and Peter McGillivray, were also highlighted and the evening concluded, as conductor Victor Sawa promised in his pre-concert chat, not with a huge flourish, but a gentle exhortation to sail on, ever onward, risking everything, abandoning safe anchorages and familiar stars:
"O my brave soul!
O farther farther sail!
O daring joy, but safe! are they not all the seas of God?
O farther, farther, farther sail! …"
Lots of reading and music in the past few weeks—some titles that stand out, Nicholson Baker's Human Smoke (recommended by Penn Gillete on one of his "Penn Point" podcasts), Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth (Reza Aslan), as well as lots of poetry by the likes of Ted Kooser, Tom Hennen, Donald Hall and W.S. Merwin. In terms of tunes, I've been enjoying everything from a compilation of Simply Saucer songs I picked up in a thrift shop, to the Foo Fighters, Airbag, Radio Moscow, Bob Mould, Hayes Carll, Spiritualized…how am I doing?
And I want to take a moment to give a shout out to some individuals deserving of special mention, this month's Roll Call of Honor:
First of all, a huge "Thank You" to Jason Brock for surprising the hell out of me with a couple of first edition Richard Matheson books. Gifts that arrived from out of the blue (an act of generosity I'll remember a long time).
A big hug to my sister, Colleen, who recently retired from her longtime position with Viterra and, I hope, will now sit back and smell the roses for awhile—God knows, you deserve it, gal!
And, finally, a sad but fond farewell to a man who often represented the conscience of his nation, Tony Benn. One of my colleagues on LibraryThing posted the following quote, which sums the man up perfectly:
"Ask the powerful five questions:
What power have you got?
Where did you get it from?
In whose interests do you exercise it?
To whom are you accountable?
How can we get rid of you?"
Tony Benn (1925-2014)
Jennifer Aniston's Nipples
You're the kind of person who hunts through Google or Yahoo entertainment sidebars looking for "Jennifer Aniston Heats Up Red Carpet" or "Miley Cyrus Grinds Her Way to Adulthood". You can't wait to find out the latest poop with the Kardashians and have a sick fascination with the British royal family that borders on obsession.
What is it with you and celebrities? Why do you instinctively reach for a tabloid the way a chimpanzee is drawn to a scatter of dimes?
Take a gander around, look at the culture you and your monkey-brain kind have created with your stupid, acquisitive, wide-eyed ways.
Sequels and spin-offs and comic book adaptations, because your minds are too scattered to grasp original concepts. Bad, derivative art, audio/visual porn, easy to assimilate, just as quickly forgotten.
Here's a question for you:
Instead of endlessly trolling the internet for a glimpse of Jennifer Aniston's rather mundane aureole, why aren't you:
—working on a cure for ovarian cancer or coming up with a new, revolutionary branch of cosmology?
—concocting a plan to end the stalemate in the Middle East?
—devising an all-inclusive religion that will help humankind attain its destiny in the stars?
Yes, indeed. You're the sort of inane, pathetic asshole who will happily pony up fifteen bucks to see any piece of crap movie and rationalize it afterward: "Yeah, I knew it was just fluff…" Your NetFlix queue would make a twelve year old blush in terms of its sheer vapidity. "Transformers 3", "Fast & Furious 6″…how about: I/Q. 68.
At what point do you draw the line? What, and I'm deadly serious, is too stupid even for your egregiously short attention span and under-developed forebrain?
How far would you go for a look, the most fleeting glance, at a celeb's nether regions?
And how much would you be dumb enough to pay?
More crazy search terms
Some years back I posted about the search terms people employ and (somehow) end up at this site. There have been some humdingers.
My personal favorite is "self-pissing for pleasure". Now that is one particular kink that has never crossed my mind. Apparently people don these rubber suits and—
Forget it. I can see from the expression on your face you're not ready to hear the rest of it.
This installment features terms drawn from the past 6-8 months.
Stuff like:
"unicorn transparent" (great name for an anthology of bad fantasy tales)
"beautiful man hands"
"scene of necrofile sex"
"pones of slpeen grils beming fuck" (still awaiting translation on that one)
"beautiful prostitutes"
"literary agents are fucking idiots" (dude after my own heart)
"cliff sex and other cartons"
"Pissing mouth sci fi porno"
…and, finally, my two favorites this time around:
"desolate vagina"
"I'm fucking fat"
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I've been blogging regularly for six years.
People still manage to astonish me.
Nuff said.
Photo: Liam Burns
…and it snowed, and snowed…
We've had more snow this winter than in at least a decade. We've broken one snow shovel, shaken our fists at the sky and moved God knows how many tons of snow from our sidewalks and property. And, of course, this much snow means a big run-off come Spring. It's a good thing we're situated on a fairly substantial hill—hopefully the water will flow down and away from us.
I notice that at 49, snow shoveling is a whole lot less fun than it used to be. I have to take frequent breaks, lean on my shovel, gazing glumly at the white expanse in front of me. Our long driveway has become my nemesis; I joke that it's an alternative landing strip for the space shuttle. I say even worse things when I'm scraping it off at thirty below. Because as well as being a snowy winter in these parts, it's also been seasonably cold. Note the choice of words. We've gotten off lucky for the past few years, experiencing relatively mild cold seasons. Not this year. 2012-13, we're getting the real deal. Saskatchewan at its most nasty and inclement.
In the old days, the cold never got to me. I could play road hockey with my pals until our clothes were frozen stiff as cardboard, our cheeks and noses raw and inflamed. Not any more. My body has developed a strange sensitivity over the past decade and I'm prone to awful chills, getting the shakes so bad my jaw locks tight and my body stiffens, arms clamped against my sides, shoulders up around my ears.
I think I'm starting to understand why so many Canadians become "snowbirds", fleeing to warmer climes as soon as the first Arctic front descends from the north.
But this is Canada, after all, and whining about the cold weather is like complaining that grapes won't grow on Pluto. There are certain realities you just have to adjust to, certain mentalities you have to adapt.
Be at one with the snow…become your shovel...
Keeping in mind, in six months we'll be bitching about the heat and bugs.
On that happy note…Cheers!
Ten questions for the author
I receive a good number of private communications from readers, colleagues, aspiring writers and the occasional troll.
I've put together a short roster of the best of the best of these queries and my responses (though, in some cases I've pared the original question down and added more detail to my replies).
Here are the top ten:
What's the difference between calling yourself a "self-publisher" and an "independent author"?
In a word, talent. Oh, and professional credentials. Oh, and the seriousness with which you approach your craft.
Before I started my own imprint back in 1990, I'd already received a Canada Council grant and published a good number of tales in various venues around the world. I toiled every day on my writing and though the money was almost nonexistent, I didn't care, it was all about becoming the best writer I could possibly be. I was focused, obsessed with my work. I created Black Dog Press because I detected a dearth of vision and intelligence among the editors I was dealing with and since I'm the kind of guy who doesn't take rejection lying down, I decided to empower myself, rather than accept the verdict of dingbats.
Most self-publishers, however, are hobbyists, part-timers, dolts with little knowledge of what entails good writing, they merely want to see their name on a book, regardless if it's any good. They don't labor over their work, endlessly polishing and editing, growing and developing as artists. Such notions are beneath them. Some have the decency to confine themselves to giving copies of their amateurish efforts to friends and family and I have no bone to pick with them. It's the morons who've written a memoir about their so-called interesting life or a spin-off novel lifted from some popular franchise and are deluded enough to believe they are "real" writers that raise my ire.
Why are you such an asshole?
Yes, I've received a number of communications along these lines, usually from the aforementioned amateurs and wannabes. They demand that I take their vampire porn or zombie splatter or "poor me" memoirs seriously and resent the notion of applying professional standards (y'know, like spelling, syntax, grammar) to their abominable tripe.
To them, there's no difference between great writing and garbage, since such standards are arbitrary and unfair (usually they have trouble with big words like "arbitrary", but I digress). As I've written previously, I have nothing against aspiring writers, beginners, folks who genuinely care about the printed word and want to create the best work they can. It's the ones who foolishly believe their 10-book vampire series (released as super cheap/free e-books to inflate their "sales") is imbued with true genius that I take exception to…and vilify accordingly. They read shit, they watch shit, they write shit. I dismiss (and diss) them out of hand. They are part-time turd-peddlers and pretenders and they deserve nothing but contempt. And I give it to them…in spades.
How much money do you make?
Seriously? Dude, you think I'm gonna open my bank records to you? Let's just say that if you got into writing (or any art) for the money, you're a fucking prostitute, and I mean the kind of gutter trash that solicits around public toilets and drops to their knees at the slightest indication of praise or approval.
I doubt I'll ever become rich from my writing but a number of my favorite writers lived and died in poverty and anonymity, yet their body of work out-lives them and most of their popular contemporaries. I'm in this for the long haul and will trust posterity to determine my stature as an artist. I've stated on numerous occasions that I'd rather have a million readers than a million dollars and anyone who knows me is well aware that I'm not joking or resorting to hyperbole. I'm an author's author…and it's unlikely that the fuckwits who read Fifty Shades of Grey will have much affinity for my work.
No regrets there.
You've been called an "elitist"–do you agree?
Yup. No question. I place high standards on my work, set the bar higher and higher with each new effort. I don't confine myself to formula and refuse to cater to anyone's expectations. Sales figures (see above) are irrelevant, the most important thing is releasing a work that is a celebration of the best in literature, a novel, poem or short story that pushes me to the limits of my abilities and sometimes beyond.
I write with intelligence and insight and I demand that from every film, book or artwork I see. I don't waste my time on "popcorn movies", mind candy or escapist entertainment. I feed my spirit and get inspired by innovative, original work.
Are you a horror writer? A fantasy or science fiction writer? How do you categorize yourself?
Well, I don't. Not really. I utilize some of the devices and tropes from all three of the genres you mentioned but only to further the aims of my storylines. I suppose you could also call me a fabulist or surrealist…but I think any niches or slots are distinctly unhelpful when it comes to work as singular and unusual as mine.
I'm a literary writer, that's the way I perceive myself. As for the rest…
I really think you'd like my writing. Can I send some of my stuff your way to critique?
No. Absolutely not. It's not my role to be your editor or ego booster. Real writers write and that's that. A thousand rejections and the opinions of others should have absolutely no effect on you if you're truly devoted to the calling. Nabokov talked about "writing in defiance of all the world's muteness" and that's advice you should take to heart. Write and write and write. If you need feedback, there are plenty of opportunities for that through local writing groups and guilds and God knows how many on-line venues where up and coming writers gather to talk turkey and swap story samples. But leave the pros alone. We have our own schedules, deadlines and pressing projects. Don't annoy us with your self-centered, egotistical lobbying.
You seem to genuinely hate traditional publishing and your harsh language must have drawn their attention. Don't you worry about ruining your chances of becoming a truly famous writer?
Yes, I've heard through the grapevine that some of my remarks have made poobahs in publishing extremely cranky with me. How dare I question their intelligence, their professionalism, their psychopathology and their integrity? But, see, I've dealt with these bird-brains (editors, agents, publishers) for over twenty years and as I wrote in a recent post on RedRoom, I despise the vast majority of them. I hope I run into a few of the biggest arseholes before my arthritic hands wreck my chances of punching their fucking lights out. A substantial proportion of the people who decide what books get published are too stupid to be trusted with sharp objects and should be, if there was any justice in the world, employed as assistant managers of a fast food restaurant, a job more befitting their low intelligence quotient and lousy inter-personal skills.
As for being famous…it just isn't a priority. Obviously.
I want to become an independent author too–how do I get started?
First of all, I wish you'd take a long, hard look at your work and decide, as objectively as possible, if you have anything to contribute to literature. Is your writing really that unique and unprecedented? Is it even literate? Have you spent years learning the craft of editing, ruthlessly paring and polishing your poetry/prose until it shines? There are quite enough bad, self-published books out there, why contribute to the dung pile?
But, really, if you're determined, there are sites you can go to for advice (a couple are on my blog roll). A good ol' Google search under "independent writing and publishing" will probably take you somewhere helpful. It's a long, arduous process and the learning curve can be steep. And once your book is published, then you're faced with marketing and distribution—and good luck getting your self-published offering into most book stores. I still find it a chore and I've been at it a long time.
Why are you so jealous of writers more successful than you (i.e. Amanda Hocking, Stephenie Meyer, E.L. James)?
Jealous of…? Er, no, I'm not jealous of rich writers or sub-literate authors who manage to score a book deal. Literary whores with the skill set of a Grade Eight diarist and the aesthetics of a village idiot. Personally, I'm envious of scribes whose talent leaves me gasping like a fish washed up on some sandy shore. I'm referring to giants like Thomas Pynchon, James Crumley, Don DeLillo, Annie Dillard—artists of the highest caliber, whose books will stand the test of time. I labor in the shadow of greatness. Daunting? You betcha. But it's a challenge I accept every time I enter my home office, sit at my desk and commence another day of work. I crave to be an author of stature. And that has nothing to do with the size of my bank account.
I sense you're a lonely, bitter, isolated man. Is that an accurate representation?
I'm still chuckling over this one. I don't think the correspondent in question was trying to be offensive or "trolling", merely curious and so my response was quite tolerant (for me).
I've been a loner all my life and require little in the way of companionship. I belong to no professional writing organizations, nor do I seek out other authors to befriend or chat up. I've been happily married for over 20 years and have two teenage sons. Between my work and my family, there's little time left over for leisure or company. It's just never been a priority to me. I have a small, intimate circle of friends who are fiercely loyal and who have been around me long enough to inspire my affection and trust. They understand my hectic schedule and introspective lifestyle and place no demands on me. But they also know I'm the kind of guy who'd walk through a wall of fire for a loved one and would defend a pal to my dying breath. It's the Scotch/Irish in me, I suppose. The rage, the violence…and the passion I bring to every aspect of my life. Those who know and love me respect that and tolerate the long silences that are part and parcel of my calling.
As for everyone else…who cares what they think or believe? They don't know me and I don't spare a moment for their views and opinions.
Fuck 'em.
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Thanks for the questions and feedback. My email address is firstname.lastname@example.com.
Always pleased to hear from you…
The Writer, On His Own
My wife and sons have temporarily departed for more northerly climes, visiting family members who live right next to a lake near Thompson, Manitoba. Idyllic spot, natural and picturesque.
Why didn't I tag along (you ask, impudently)?
Because my mind isn't ready for a vacation right now. Matter of fact, for some reason summer is the time of year when my Muse really puts the pedal to the metal. A good number of my novels and best short stories were drafted during the months of June-August. Maybe a hormonal thing, who knows? So, while everyone else is outside, barbequing or going to the lake, renting a cottage, enjoying yourselves, you'll find me in my sweltering 10′ X 12′ home office, my door open, the fan on high to make the environment livable as I toil away on some literary project.
This year is no exception. My western novel, The Last Hunt, devours much of my time. I'm supposed to be taking a break from it at the moment but I can't help poking my nose in, doing more research, scribbling notes, conceiving questions for some of the historians who have generously offered to lend a hand with the scenes set in Yellowstone Park. They'll provide me with historical background, period detail and invaluable advice and input (and God bless 'em). I'll be visiting that region of Montana later this summer, doing some on the spot scouting and location hunting. It will be my first trip of any significance in a long time (I blush to say how long). This borderline agoraphobic workaholic is trembling at the notion of being away from my desk for any length of time but I am utterly convinced of the necessity of this trip. It will better establish the mood and setting of The Last Hunt and add some of the authenticity I think the present draft is lacking.
But I must confess I have another reason for remaining home. It isn't often I get the house to myself for days at a stretch and on those rare occasions that I do…well, I like to take full advantage of it. I play loud music, from the time I get up to the wee hours of the morning. I keep the windows shut, the drapes drawn and for one or two days I let myself go. Stalk about in my bathrobe, unshaven, neglecting the laundry, neglecting to eat properly, neglecting to answer the phone or interact with the outside world.
It's glorious and terrifying and, ultimately, beneficial.
I sit in my office, staring at my slippers while The Vandelles, A Place to Bury Strangers, The Replacements, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, The Brian Jonestown Massacre, etc. thunder from overhead speakers, loud enough to force me further back in my chair. Lately, I like my music hard and dirty, a la the Vandelles' "Lovely Weather" (crank it up!).
Meanwhile, I'm doing a good deal of scribbling—journaling and spontaneous or "automatic" writing like the Surrealists used to champion. These writings represent Rorschach Tests and they give a pretty good idea of what's on my mind, the preoccupations and fears dogging me. Plenty of speculations on the spiritual front—I keep that up, I'm liable to end up with a gazillion page Exegesis, similar to Philip K. Dick. And will likely be considered just as loony, should anyone happen to stumble across these errant, inexpert ramblings on God, the nature of reality and my own pitiful existence.
These writing exercises often trigger intervals of hellish introspection, long hours spent reviewing past sins and ruminating over the sorry state of my literary career, even after a quarter century of putting words on paper. The mental boo birds come out and I subject myself to a great deal of vitriol before the nattering voices either subside, wear themselves out or are chastened by a very Bugs Bunny-like snarl originating from the depths of my id:
"Aaaaaaaa, shaddap!"
I have trouble sleeping when my family's away, find the nights hard to endure. I kill time by staying up and watching a double or triple header of movies. Guy flicks and guilty pleasures; science fiction and thrillers given precedence. This time around I've set aside flicks like "Michael Clayton", "All the President's Men", "The Searchers", "Shadow of the Vampire", "The Bad Lieutenant". Nothing too crazy, re: anything by Ken Russell or (shudder) "Eraserhead".
And for reading material, Terence McKenna's The Archaic Revival and Graham Hancock's Supernatural. Far-fetched stuff? Pseudo-science? To me, what these lads propose is nowhere near as crazy as some of the notions held by billions of people of all faiths around the world. I am intrigued by what triggered that "monolith moment", when our kind first opened their eyes to the possibility and mystery of the world and took a crucial evolutionary step, moving further away from their humble origins and toward a spectacular destiny. This transformation coincided with the earliest cave art and the enactment of burial rituals, a species awakening to the existence of other realms and principalities.
Mebbe Bill Hicks is right and a certain humble fungus, naturally occurring, is responsible. I guess we'd need a time machine to find out for sure. Intriguing thought, though…
I suppose when all is said and done, my time alone is therapeutic, cathartic. I miss out on a chance to hang out with good folks, do some boating and fishing in some of the most gorgeous scenery this country has to offer. But the soul-searching, self-Inquisition and psychic ass-kicking blows off steam, relieves the accumulated pressures that accompany the creative life. In my solitude, I can confront my demons and it's a no-holds-barred, no quarter given bloodbath. It's not pleasant but it is necessary. All part of the ongoing struggle to define myself as an artist, to better delineate the precepts and ideals I live by, requiring me to identify aspects within me that are working against those higher purposes and undermining my essential faith in the worthiness of my endeavors. Demons, indeed, with hideous countenances, avid, savage expressions and appetites. They are the worst parts of me and during the next few days I shall brawl, joust and treat with them, in the end probably settling for another draw, a few more months of relative peace on the emotional/spiritual front.
You say that's not much of a bargain but, then, clearly your demons aren't nearly as unreasonable, their intentions not as deliberately malign.
For that, count yourself lucky.
You are very fortunate indeed.
Photos by Sherron Burns
Staring down the TBR pile
Standing before a tower of unread books, feeling a bit queasy but also defiant. These are books that have bedeviled me for months, years, decades. Tomes I know will be excellent, enlightening, life-enhancing…as soon as I find time to read them. Others are volumes I read many moons ago and want to revisit. Some big, fat, brain-building Pynchon titles, a few of the early Cormac McCarthys; works I read when I was young, stupid and trying to impress everybody. Now when I read them, I'll be a helluva lot more worldly, slightly smarter and apt to grasp more than I did during that initial encounter. Can you really comprehend the magnitude of Gravity's Rainbow or Marcel Proust's convoluted, gorgeous prose at nineteen or twenty?
Never in hell. I'm convinced human beings don't start developing adult-sized brains until they've turned thirty and have popped at least one kid. A teenager reading War and Peace is like handing a mandrill an iPad. Seriously.
This past week I was visiting The Big City and had occasion (okay, I lurked) to listen while a couple of teenage girls discussed their school reading assignments.
"This book," one said, stabbing a livid finger at Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale, "ought to be banned."
"Did you read The Englishman's Boy?"
"Only the chapter I had to."
"Me too! Catcher in the Rye sucked too. What's the big deal? The Outsiders--"
"That was half decent."
"It was o-kay. But the main guy is such a whiner…"
And so on. Book club night at the Stephen Hawking residence it was not.
What were those gals doing, hanging out in a book store? Waiting for the rain to subside? I wonder what sort of books they actually liked?
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I must do something about my To Be Read pile. Make that piles. It's getting scary. We're running out of space. Books are double-stacked on the shelves, some even (gasp!) relegated to the floor. Fiction, non-fiction, poetry, memoir, essays…good God, things have gotten completely out of hand. I catch my wife looking at me, her expression cagy: pondering involuntary commitment? What are the legal hurdles? How much can she get for all these fucking books?
And now that I'm hooked up to the library system through the internet, I can log on and troll for more books, secure them free, via inter-library loans. If three weeks pass and I need more time, I can renew the tomes in question with a few taps on my keyboard.
Or perhaps not. It's like having after hours access to the world's biggest bookstore. I get messages as soon as another book is ready for pickup at my local branch. Can't wait to get down there, scoop it up and bear it home…
Understand, I already have dozens, scores of books—wonderful books, classic books—waiting to be read but I'm still ordering more. Isn't that weird? Isn't that, well, nuts?
It's called bibliophilia, folks, and I've got it bad.
I'm a collector on the verge of becoming a hoarder. When I find a good bookstore, especially a good used book store, my hands get clammy, my stomach churns and I feel light-headed, like I'm suffering from some kind of sugar deficit. I kid you not. I've heard junkies say similar things when they find themselves in the vicinity of dope or paraphernalia. A feeling of anticipation that leaves you weak in the knees.
Have to say, when I visited my last big box book barn I didn't experience anything like that. The "New Release" shelves didn't turn my crank at all—the majority of the fiction seemed to be geared toward women, and particularly stupid ones at that. The most dreadful shite. Spotted a number of offerings in the history section, including David McCullough's bio of Truman, but the prices scared me off. After all my browsing, over an hour in the store, I came away with one thin volume, a beautiful little Penguin edition of Stefan Zweig's novella Chess. That's it.
Pitiful, ain't it?
But, of course, it isn't just books. I'm no longer part of the desired demographic, and that goes for music, movies, television, you name it. I'm an old fogie with a critical brain and a handle on his spending. Not exact a walking advertisement for consumerism.
No, the ones the advertisers, viral marketers et al are after are the 16-25 bunch, the gamers and mall crowd, armed with credit cards and completely lacking impulse control. Unmarried, no kids, disposable income, too much time on their hands. The morons that have kept Michael Bay, JJ Abrams and Bill Gates filthy rich and reduced the popular arts to public urinals. Thanks, kids!
We have them to thank for the current state of publishing/bookselling. The explosion of graphic novels, the flood of zombies and vampires and knock-off fantasy and franchise novels, and media tie-ins…can you say dumbing down? That extended period I spent in the big box store was most educational. It told me that in their efforts to cater to their sought after demographic, traditional publishers won't just go for the lowest common denominator, they are willing, nay eager, to debase the language, alienate their traditional clientele and reduce an art form to mere commodity. The rot is evident in every genre—what little "literary" fiction out there is getting harder to find, forced off the shelves by establishments that offer whole sections devoted to the excremental writing of James Patterson, Jody Picoult and the like.
I turn on commercial radio, flip through the TV channels during a rare hotel visit, check on-line movie listings for anything that might look promising and I feel old. Nothing in the entertainment world speaks to me these days. I don't look forward to the summer movies or check to see who made the Oscar shortlist. Ignore the bestseller lists, rarely buy a magazine or new book…and we're the last family I know of who still don't have cable TV.
I've been a reader all my life. Forty years with my nose in books. Books have always offered me comfort and consolation. In childhood, they were a security blanket, helping me escape the depredations of reality. As I got older, they became my primary sources of learning, as well as steering me down spiritual/mystical paths I might otherwise have missed. Without books, I would not be the person I am today. I would be one of them: mall zombies, semi-literates, half-simian.
All this might go a long way toward explaining that ever-growing TBR pile. I never stop seeking out new Masters, new teachers; men and women who can perform alchemy with the printed word, transmuting it into something more than mere sentences on a page.
A casual scan of the pictures reveals not too many of the books are of recent vintage. Most picked up from thrift shops, secondhand places or on-line purchases; heavily discounted, showing the effects of their time in remainder bins or battered about in the mail.
New and old enthusiasms: Samuel Beckett, Walter Kirn, Ken Kalfus, Richard Powers, Robert Stone, Raymond Queneau, Roberto Bolano, Fernando Pessoa, J.M.G. Le Clezio, Denis Johnson, Tom McCarthy, Terence McKenna, Georges Perec, Jorge Luis Borges, Gert Ledig, W.G. Sebald…and that's just scratching the surface. These Jpegs hardly do my TBR pile justice. It goes on and on…
When am I going to find time to read the gorgeous edition of Don Quixote Sherron picked up for me at least five years ago (translation by Edith Grossman)? How about the three volumes by the incomparable Louis Ferdinand Celine that are only an arm's length away from where I sit, typing these words? Will I ever tackle Madame Bovary, War and Peace or the 1,000+ pages of The Collected Short Stories of J.G. Ballard?
Not as long as I keep adding to that pile.
How many titles are on the "Wishlist" I've kept in the same steno pad for the past twenty years? Two hundred? Three hundred? The roster constantly revised; one title acquired and crossed off, three others added…
I'm a sick man. Addicted to the printed word. Always seeking out the best of the best, authors who present fresh perspectives, re-ignite the language, push the envelope thematically and stylistically. Just when I think I'm making headway, someone mentions Ben Okri or Joseph McElroy. How could I have missed them? Fabulous, unprecedented talents, my collection incomplete without them.
The kind of authors no longer being published by the trads and, thus, increasingly unfamiliar to today's readers.
Creators capable of composing work that ennobles us as a species, presenting an alternative to the superficiality of the processed, plastic universe the corporate types are peddling, the reassuring sameness one is sure to find there. Our souls would be impoverished without these artistes, our "culture" reduced to inanity and tiresome cant. A nightmare I hope never to endure, a history I pray we avoid.
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Mickelson went from a six-shot deficit to a two-shot lead in just six holes, closed with an 8-under 64 for a two-shot victory over Charlie Wi and gave Woods a Sunday thrashing not many saw coming.
Mickelson and Woods played in the second-to-last group, and Mickelson beat him by 11 shots. He won for the fourth time at Pebble Beach and became only the ninth player in PGA Tour history with 40 wins.
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Fun episode! I like and expect the Penny-Leonard relationship, so enjoyed their sub plot; but the best was Howard's song and the rest doing the chorus/backup!!
@nottrampis - I'm not sure it's a matter of responsible/irresponsible and one becoming the other unnaturally. Alexis lately seems out of character (besides being dislikable in my opinion) and I'm not sure if it's a real change or a new direction out of the blue or if the show's creators even see it??? I could read the extremely calm discussion where Alexis reminds her father she's smarter than him as her saying instead that she's been waiting for this opportunity to put him in his place -- except that I can't believe the show intends anything like that, so what do they mean?????
Didn't think about it, but would agree that if anyone's parents were handy they would let them know at the least about looking for an apartment (and probably anyone supposedly as mature as Alexis would be aware of Pi friction and offer up the looking as a way to chill out her father). Likely she wouldn't imagine he'd be against it and be surprised there -- but to defend it by suggesting she's smarter than him afterall, uh does any teenager tell their parents so matter-of-factly (perhaps in the heat of a passionate argument) that "All of us know I'm smarter than you"? Won't miss her for awhile, anyway.
This was a really fun episode! Also want to say I'm glad Alexis is gone as I haven't liked her much of late. I get the fatherly emotion the review appreciates, but I hope she isn't on the show much for at least a long while.
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@PHXcowbot - I was writing my post while yours was being uploaded, which wouldn't appear on my computer until I pressed "Submit Comment" and the page refreshed -- so, please just take my comment as supporting "oblivious," not ignoring what you said!
Sheldon was oblivious in this episode -- and I even think (as I go over the course of events as I write this) that he was consistent, at least this episode. Sometimes his being oblivious is cruel, which I think it was here. The other characters can talk to him when he's oblivious, even if he isn't usually convinced (and sometimes he is, even if he misses the point, like at Amy's door). The problem I sometimes have with Sheldon is when he is intentionally nasty and cruel because of his ego, by which I don't mean when he assumes he's smarter than everyone else, but when he thinks someone hasn't show him his due (like when Howard was assigned Sheldon's unused parking space and Sheldon's ego demanded the nastiest un-friend behavior).
"Midnight Train to Georgia" was originally done by Gladys Knight and the Pips. It was a long time ago (like 1970's-1980's), but a many-time-repeated classic comedy bit was the three Pips would be guests on a variety show without Gladys Knight (and then while the music for Midnight Train played over the speakers, the Pips would do all their swaying in unison and harmonies and back-up moves with no front singer). I think, since the show focused on Pips style moves, that the writers were recalling that.
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Homeroom Racing CafeRead MoreThe premier destination for a delicious menu, Homeroom Racing Cafe in Alameda is one of the area's highest-rated restaurants. The excellent quality will make you a regular. No specific attire is required, so feel free to dress casually and comfortably. Also, though the prices are considered to be lower than average, you aren't going to sacrifice any quality. In fact, you should be able to enjoy a good meal for $11 or $12, and can probably get in and out for $8 if you try. If you're in a hurry, you can always take advantage of the convenient take-out offerings. Specializing in both lunch and dinner, making a trip to Homeroom Racing Cafe is never a bad call. Visitors to the restaurant have the ability to park nearby on the street. Prefer to pedal your way there? Bike parking is also offered.1305 Park StAlameda, CA US
Spice I amRead MoreA culinary gem, Spice I am in Alameda is a well-known spot for a flavorful menu. The great menu options allow guests to focus on what matters: the perfect quality. No specific attire is required, so feel free to dress casually and comfortably. If you need food provided for a local event, take advantage of its catering options. A reputable option for dinner in Alameda, Spice I am is a terrific choice when you're in the mood for Asian cuisine and want to branch out from the boring ol' Chinese or Japanese fare. Visitors to the restaurant have the ability to park nearby on the street. Prefer to pedal your way there? Bicycle parking is also provided.1353 Park StreetAlameda, CA US
Bluefin Sushi ThaiRead MoreAlameda's Bluefin Sushi Thai offers a traditional menu of Thai dishes in a relaxed setting. Got kids? No problem at Bluefin Sushi Thai! The restaurant is a fantastic spot for families to dine together. Come in or stay home. Bluefin Sushi Thai's pickup and delivery options have you covered. Parking has never been easier at Bluefin Sushi Thai, a restaurant located near a variety of parking selections. For those who prefer to travel by bike, Bluefin Sushi Thai is a great option due to its generous bike parking options. The average check at Bluefin Sushi Thai will stay below $30 per person, so it's a relatively affordable option.3211 Encinal AveAlameda, CA US
Up 2 U Thai EateryRead MoreFor a quick curry, Alameda's Up 2U Thai Eatery is a great lunch or dinner spot. Tots and tykes will be right at home at Up 2U Thai Eatery with its kid-approved food and ambience. Get online for free courtesy of Up 2U Thai Eatery's wifi. Don't want to go out tonight but still want great food? Order takeout or delivery from Up 2U Thai Eatery. Up 2U Thai Eatery is located in a prime location surrounded by various parking options. Meals at Up 2U Thai Eatery usually set you back about $30 per diner.1405 Webster StreetAlameda, CA US
Monkey ThaiRead MoreGrab a seat and dig in! Monkey Thai in Alameda offers tasty eats everyone will enjoy. The perfect place to take the kids, dining out at Monkey Thai won't cost you a sitter. Grab your meal to go at Monkey Thai if you're in a hurry — or better yet, have them bring it to you through their delivery service! There is parking close to the restaurant. At Monkey Thai, diners can make use of the safe bike rack.1930 Main StreetAlameda, CA US


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Mother of slain woman to speak at vigil
Debbie Hyde spoke so movingly during a January sentencing hearing that she convinced a judge to add seven years to the voluntary manslaughter sentence of the man who killed her daughter and granddaughter.
And as Hyde promised at the time, she now is working to share her story as the keynote speaker for a candlelight vigil, hosted by the Greater Anderson Area Victim Advocate Association.
Hyde's daughter, 22-year-old Kacy Roberson, was killed in January 2011 along with Roberson's unborn daughter, named Angel Magnolia after her death.
Roberson was found with her face bludgeoned and a plastic makeup bottle shoved down her throat.
Her killer, Keith Rucker, has denied shoving a bottle down her throat but admitted that even in a blacked-out state he knew she was dying as he walked out of her apartment.
Rucker and Roberson had a tumultuous relationship that began when she was 14 and he was about 19. A breakup between the two led to the killing, according to Rucker's defense attorney and prosecutors.
A plea deal reached between Rucker's defense attorney and prosecutors called for a 40-year sentence for the voluntary manslaughter of Roberson and for the death of a child in utero.
Circuit Court Judge Cordell Maddox made the unusual but lawful decision to add seven extra years to the sentence. He said Hyde's moving victim's statement, including notes of forgiveness for Hyde's sake not for Rucker's, swayed him.
The candlelight ceremony is in its 14th year and is a chance for surviving family members and survivors of crime to grieve together.
In addition to Hyde's address, family members will light candles, bring framed photos of crime victims and connect once again with others who also are hurting.
Members of the public, along with victims or family members of victims, are welcome to come and show support. The ceremony is at 6:30 p.m. Monday at the New Life Christian Center, 603 Pearman Dairy Road.
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ATLANTA (AP) — Granville Automatic, a band with roots in Atlanta, is releasing its collection of songs inspired by Civil War battles, part of a related project to film videos of the songs on battlefields across the nation. The album released this weekend, "An Army Without Music," includes songs about soldiers, horses and ghosts in several southern states. The band has filmed videos of the songs in the places that inspired them, and has plans... more
NEW YORK (AP) — The name of the album is "Gilgamesh," the ancient Mesopotamian king with superhuman strength and courage who undertakes a perilous quest to discover the secret of eternal life. The epic tale embodies the complexities of life and finding one's self that the four-man heavy metal band Acrassicauda believe is symbolic of their own journey from... more
Country music star Keith Urban has co-written and recorded a song to appear in the end credits of the U.S. Navy SEAL film "Act of Valor," Relativity Media said. The collaboration with songwriter Monty Powell is the first song Urban has written and recorded specifically for a motion picture. Set to open in theaters Feb. 24, the movie stars a group of active-duty Navy SEALs, along with actors Roselyn Sanchez, Alex Veadov, Jason Cottle and Nest... more
NEW YORK (AP) — Enrique Iglesias was recovering Sunday after some of his fingers were sliced when he grabbed a drone during a concert in Tijuana, Mexico. A representative for the singer said in a statement to The Associated Press that Iglesias was "semi-treated" after the accident at the side of the stage to stop the bleeding on Saturday night. He was advised to end the show but went on to perform for ... more
NEW YORK (AP) — Tim McGraw will headline a concert for Sandy Hook this summer and dedicate the proceeds to an organization aimed at protecting children from gun violence. McGraw will perform at the XFINITY Theatre in Hartford, Connecticut, on July 17. All the proceeds will benefit the organization Sandy Hook Promise . In 2012, 20 first-graders and six educators were killed in a ... more


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When I was watching the evening star,
arc across the gaze of the crescent moon,
when the cloud wistfully walked the sky dome,
and the last sounds of the birds' nest began to fade,
when the last light was long gone,
when the doorways were no more golden framed,
when the night had just now begun,
when the evening was yet not forgotten,
the bell-flowers breathed their white fragrance,
the cicada cried his night-song,
but i, alone, watched, listened and sighed,
another day gone,
another day gone –
When, I was so watching –
I recalled another night, long yet not so long ago,
When another moon, another sky, another star,
other nests, other sounds, other doors,
were still awake, were still open,
when I longed for them to be silent,
when longed for them to be shut,
when I longed for the day to pass,
But I was younger then,
And I am older now.
Then the days were too long,
now, the nights are too short.
But they pass, all the same,
they pass.
they must.
For all life is too long,
But, one, too short,
Yet, wanes the moon,
Yet waxes word and song,
But all too short, yet all too long.


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Initially, it was the stillness, solitude and duality of Hammershøi's piece that drew me in. 'The Next Room' portrays a character who must handle the schism between her feelings and the emotional detachment required of her to function in her world. Hammershøi captures this detachment through his monochromatic palette, which creates a cold atmosphere that is enigmatically full of emotion. The position of the figure in the composition triggered a sense of unease in me, as I felt that while audiences could study her freely, she was unaware of being watched.
Carolina Petro
A piece inspired by Vilhelm Hammershøi, 'Interior', 1899
(Painting previously on loan to the Gallery)


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AWAB: Press Release: Living Jubilee Revival Tour Planned
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The Association of Welcoming & Affirming Baptists will be taking a road trip this summer to let America know that Westboro Baptist Church isn't the the only kind of Baptist out there! We this trip is designed to raise awareness about the Welcoming & Affirming movement within Baptist tradition and to invite people from across the country to get involved in changing the narrative about what it means to be a Baptist.
This trip is scheduled to take place over a 40 day period from June 10 through July 22 with stops from Boston to Kansas City, Little Rock to Toronto with the final stop in Portland, ME. Rev. Robin Lunn, Executive Director of AWAB said that this tour is needed at this time because there are too many people who just don't know there are inclusive Baptists in the world.
"I am frequently contacted by people looking for an inclusive Baptist church in their area and with only 84 member congregations in our association I have to tell people, more often than not, that I can't help them. I know there are churches and communities all across this country that are Welcoming & Affirming in practice but they have never heard of AWAB and our work to support each other as we welcome everyone! In our 20th anniversary year we thought the best way to get the word out about AWAB is to go on the road with a revival tour, just like the evangelists of old!"
Lunn said the trip is scheduled to take 40 days and make 23 stops covering 4000 miles. She said that they chose the itinerary to coincide with the American Baptist Churches Biennial in Kansas City as the farthest point west and to include visits at the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship's General Assembly as well as the Evangelical Network's Convention.
"There is a reason why old time evangelists were so successful. Society says that the only media people connect with these days is electronic. I think that a road trip can be just as powerful and that we can create relationships that will grow our movement in ways that are yet in the heart and mind of God! God is love and that is exactly what this tour is all about!"
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Nice bracelet. Perfect for "smaller" wrists. I own a lot of Chan Luu bracelets, they are beautiful but overpriced! I found pieces that are similar and a lot cheaper. But happy with the multi strand stretch! Fits great!
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This is a nice bracelet. It is perfect for smaller wrists. I own a lot of Chan Luu bracelets, they are great but overpriced! I found pieces that are similar and a lot cheaper. But I am happy with the multi strand stretch!
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Not as bold and stunning as I was hoping. Much thinner than I had thought, almost unnoticeable on my wrist. But...dealing with Zappos is always the best!
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Very nice beads and cute. However, I had to return this bracelet because it is so small. It was very tight on my wrist, and I have extremely skinny wrists. It was actually uncomfortable. Thank you Zappos superior customer service!
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I've loved the look Chan Luu bracelets for quite awhile, but wasn't willing to pay the price. These EFI bracelets are reasonably priced and also provide work and wages for women in Haiti and Kenya. I initially bought 2 to wear stacked with my fitness tracker. For the price I figured I would keep them on all summer, so I tied the knot how I wanted on my wrist and cut off all but a 1 inch tail. I have successfully untied and retied the knot a few times to change up the look, but the bracelet does just fine when I leave it on in the shower.
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These are beautiful! And for the price an excellent buy. I gave several as gifts. Every recipient was thrilled to have one. They wear well. I've been in and out of the shower with them on, and they hold up well. And the leather gets softer with time.
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I love it. It looks great with black or brown clothing. I order this bracelet because it is 33" as I have large wrist bones and most of the others are 32" I had to take one knot out and readjust it for a perfect fit. I have earrings and a necklace and have been wanting to order the bracelet. Nice color combination and well made as with all Chan Luu pieces.
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This is a beautiful bracelet. It is well made too. Three stars because it is a weird length. I wish it was 32" because then it would wrap loosely four times. As is it is way too loose for four and uncomfortable at five. I might send it back. I have not worn it, just tried it on.
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Love this bracelet, don't mind the price either. It is a lot better priced at Zappos than at some other websites. The quality compared to the cheaper "lookalike" Chan Luu is so much better, so worth spending the extra money!


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Stadium PizzaRead MoreWrap up your busy week with a signature pizza or custom pizza at Stadium Pizza. Stadium Pizza is a local eatery that serves up both gluten-free and low-fat dishes. Stadium Pizza also operates a bar, so a round of drinks with dinner is not out of the question. Bring your whole brood to Stadium Pizza, where families can dig in to tasty and kid-friendly fare together. Bring your laptop here and tap into the complimentary wifi. Great place to bring the whole family with great food and a business casual dress code. Hosting a swanky shindig? Call up Stadium Pizza for their catering services. Grab your meal to go at Stadium Pizza if you're in a hurry — or better yet, have them bring it to you through their delivery service! Stadium Pizza makes bikers feel at ease with the multiple storage racks outside. The menu at Stadium Pizza is reasonably priced, with most items costing less than $30.701 W Esplanade AveSan Jacinto, CA US
Z Best PizzaRead MoreNow is a great time to enjoy Z Best, a well-known restaurant in San Jacinto. Whether you are visiting for the great quality, helpful service, or both, you'll always leave this restaurant satisfied. There's no particular required attire, so feel free to dress comfortably. Also, though the prices are considered to be lower than average, you aren't going to sacrifice any quality. If you don't feel like eating in, you can always grab your food to go, or just place an order for delivery. To sum it all up, a trip to Z Best is definitely worthwhile, no matter how you slice it. Don't worry about trying to find a spot on the street, as visitors to the restaurant do have access to a private parking lot nearby.1467 S San Jacinto AveSan Jacinto, CA US
Figaro's PizzaRead MoreAt Figaro's Pizza, guests can expect one of the better-priced meals in San Jacinto. Whether you are visiting for the great quality, friendly service, or both, you will always leave this restaurant impressed. While the prices may be low, you can bet that the ingredients will be fresh. There really is something for everyone, with gluten-free options, as well as low-fat and vegetarian items on the robust menu. Plus, it's been tabbed by the locals as a really solid option for large groups. If you don't feel like driving over to W Esplanade, placing a delivery order is an option. One of the better pizza chains in the area, a trip to Figaro's is definitely worthwhile, no matter how you slice it.2241 W Esplanade AveSan Jacinto, CA US
Pizza HutRead MoreCraving pizza? Head on over to San Jacinto's Pizza Hut for a tasty slice with a crust you can't resist. Pizza Hut will keep those with dietary needs happy with a menu filled with gluten-free and low-fat items. The pizzeria's noise level can be somewhat straining on the vocal cords, so intimate get-togethers may be best enjoyed elsewhere. If dining out is not on the agenda, Pizza Hut offers delivery and pickup, too. You can also serve food from Pizza Hut at your next party — the pizzeria offers catering. null You can eat for next to nothing at Pizza Hut, where a typical meal will cost you less than $15.490 N State StSan Jacinto, CA US
Pride of ItalyRead MoreIf you haven't eaten at Pride of Italy, it's a great time to visit the top-rated Italian restaurant. Whether you are visiting for the good quality, lightning-fast service, or both, you will never leave this restaurant unsatisfied. There's no particular required attire, so feel free to dress comfortably. If you're searching for the perfect spot for a family gathering, it's been reviewed as a great local option for big groups and families with kids. A staple in the community for nearly 35 years, a trip to Pride of Italy is definitely worthwhile.627 S San Jacinto AveSan Jacinto, CA US
Domino's PizzaRead MoreFill up on fare from Domino's Pizza in San Jacinto and be sure to satisfy your stomach. Delivery and takeout are also available. You'll be knocking down our door to pick up your food, or we'll be knocking down yours. Take your vehicle to dinner nearby parking is plentiful and will not pose a problem for drivers looking to dine.671 North State StreetSan Jacinto, CA US


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Look inside this book and you will find over 50 color photos, 80 patterns and mechanical drawings. These, along with clear, concise, step-by-step instructions, reveal all the reader must know to successfully create twelve original whirligig projects made from wood and/or metal, including imaginative, original designs that all will enjoy.
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We here in Sonoma Valley know that we are blessed when it comes to big-name music acts coming to town, with the B. R. Cohn shows bringing in names like Lynyrd Skynyrd, Journey, Gregg Allman, the Doobie Brothers and more. Jazz-Plus, though short-lived, landed Tony Bennett, Crosby Stills and Nash and more.
Gundlach Bundschu Winery has just brought it up a notch as well, with a show from the Dave Rawlings Machine, featuring Gillian Welch on Friday, Oct. 3, in the winery amphitheater. Touring with the act is Gillian Welch, John Paul Jones, Willie Watson and Paul Kowert, yes; that John Paul Jones, formerly of Led Zeppelin. Rawlings is an award-winning guitar player, singer, songwriter and producer best known for his work with Gillian Welch, Old Crow Medicine Show, and Ryan Adams. His Machine's debut album "A Friend of a Friend" was released in 2009, he was also voted 2012 Americana Instrumentalist of the Year by the Americana Music Association. Tickets for the show go on sale at noon today, Friday July 18. For tickets and more info, point your browser to gunbun.com/calendar.
The Annex Wine Bar welcomes Carlos Herrera laying down Latin acoustic songs tonight, July 18, for a 7:30 p.m. show. Saturday, July 19, it's Hard Travelin' playing rock and country. Showtime is also 7:30 p.m. There is no cover but the venue is 21 and over only.
Burgers and Vine presents Ragtag Sullivan tonight, July 18, kicking off at 9:30 p.m. The act plays a mix of blues, swing, rock and funk. Phil Herrschaft and founding guitarist, Jason Bodlovich go back more than 15 years together, with roots starting at the Valley of the Moon Saloon jam sessions in Sonoma. Saturday, July 19, it's Western Swing hall-of-famer Tommy Thomsen and his All-Star Band, playing western swing classics, dance songs and more. Showtime is 9:30 p.m. There is no cover for either show.
Sebastiani Winery and Vineyards presents Rock on Broadway playing classic rock tonight, July 18, in the tasting room for a 6 p.m. show. The venue is child- and dog-friendly, and there is no cover. No outside alcohol, including beer is allowed, per ABC regulations.