Our Town
In the world of marketing, one area of intense focus is branding—the cultivation of an easily identifiable look, style, and/or wording...
A Curmudgeon Rerun: "Waterworks"
Contrary to what you may have heard, our nation is completely unified on several key issues. The red traffic light, for example, means...
A Curmudgeon Rerun: "Dream On"
("Dream On" first ran on June 17th, 2019.) A tearful award winner stands at a podium giving his acceptance speech. “This just goes to...
Not Helping
Once again, it’s May, the month designated as Mental Health Awareness Month. As someone with my own mental health issues (which, please...
A Curmudgeon Rerun: "Reporting Crime"
("Reporting Crime" first ran on August 6th, 2018.) These days, for better or worse, many of us are watching more news than usual. If...
Another Grab Bag
Greetings, fellow curmudgeons. From time to time, I come across photos that don't quite fit the Curmudgeon's "Our Declining Language"...
It May Cause an Allergic Reaction
Over the years, we’ve sometimes explored in these blog entries various forms of language abuse. In fact, it’s a common theme for The...
Who are You Wearing?
It’s not that I have an aversion to change. It’s not that the old ways were always better, though that is often the case. No, the thing...
A Little Less Conversation
A few weeks ago, your Curmudgeon made an online purchase of some socks. It wasn’t a momentous occurrence. In fact, I’m not entirely sure...
Guest Curmudgeon: "The Sounds of Spring"
It is always a treat when the brilliant Neil Ramsay pays us a visit to bestow upon us his curmudgeonly observations. As we enter the...
Our Declining Language (part 30 in an endless series)
Friends, if I've said it once, I've said it a thousand times: check your written work. And if those words are to remain set in any sort...
So Long, Mister
One sign of progress in our society is what seems to be a growing awareness of the need for inclusion. For too long, entire groups have...
The Opposite of More
I must tell you, readers, that if I keep having to smash my computers against my living room walls, I’m going to end up quite destitute,...
Cats Rule
This week I will be complaining about my cat and yes, I can already feel your judgment. And yes, you’re quite right, the proper and...
Is It Romantic?
If you’re reading this and you are not romantically involved with anyone, you are to be congratulated for once again making it through...
