Entries from November 2006

Tuesday, 28 November, 2006

How am I supposed to be able to control my life if I can’t even control my hair??

 and on that note, I have noticed a disturbing trend. There are some men in this country (I don’t know if this is happening elsewhere?) who grow their hair out long – not longlong, but long-ish – and then hold it back with a headband. Now I know I’m all about gender equalization and if [...]

Saturday, 25 November, 2006

Thursday, while you were preparing to feast

It was Thursday night over here. Yes, I am aware that it was like 2 days ago. I’m a little slow, ok?
I met 2 friends at a cafe. We chatted and whatnot while they finished their drinks, and then left to go find some Good Times in J-town. Another friend had left his keys when [...]

Friday, 24 November, 2006

Giving Thanks

So today is Thanksgiving, probably my favorite US holiday. It is the one time I will admit (maybe even a little proudly) that I’m American – bring on the turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie!
But this year, I didn’t get the day off work. I’m not eating turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, [...]

Monday, 13 November, 2006

I, am a Writer.

http://www.wiretapmag.org/activism/42855/
boo-ya.

Sunday, 12 November, 2006

An Ode to the Mall

I absolutely, without a doubt, totally and completely hate malls. They are gargantuan buildings whose sole purpose is to overwhelm you with loud music and flashy clothes, then zap you of all energy and completely depress you until you are so desperate to escape that you will buy anything just to feel good enough about [...]

Sunday, 12 November, 2006

Gay Pride, Jerusalem style

I went to WorldPride Jerusalem 2006 on Friday. I wrote about it, too. And it will be published.
 BY A REAL PUBLISHER!
It’s an e-zine, young and liberal. I’ll post the link when it goes up.

Monday, 6 November, 2006

2 great things!

1. I got a package, I got a package, I got a package, hey hey hey hey! complete with slippers, beer mug, a sweatshirt, and candy to keep me warm. My mom is the best ever!
 2. The heaters got turned on! It has really turned into winter, and the cold makes for one unhappy Mika. [...]

Wednesday, 1 November, 2006

no wonder he became a boxer

His parents named him Kermit. Did they not think about the repercussions?