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On this day in 2000, I attend Game 5 of the NLCS at Shea Stadium where the Mets win the National League pennant. And that was the last time anything sports-related has excited me. Also, backup catcher Todd Pratt sprays me with champagne causing me to lose my Babylon 5 ( Read more... )

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On this day in 2009, a squirrel throwing acorns at my window forces my cat to put the apartment on Defcon 3.

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On this day in 1992, my mother gives my father a dirty look as he plays the Nina Simone song “Mississippi Goddamn” while cooking pancakes before Church.

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On this day, in 2006, I wake up, go to the office, immediately leave the office, go home and decide having Tuesday and Wednesday as my weekend is no longer fun.

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On this day in 2008, my cat, Mackenzie, decides that using a litter box is optional.

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On this day in 1989, my mother gives a dirty look to my father as he sings the chorus to the Jonathan Edwards song “Gonna Lay Around the Shanty Mama (And Put a Good Buzz On)” while cooking pancakes before Church.

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On this day in 1997, I receive a concussion while playing on the Massapequa Soccer Club team “The Jokers” after colliding with a high school student who had no business playing with junior high kids. At least that’s what they tell me. My memory of that year is a bit foggy ( Read more... )

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On this day in 2006, I casually ask co-worker, fellow copy-editor and friend Karen I. whether the date is September 30 or 31 so I can put it on the front page. The look she gives me is a mix of confusion, loathing and pity.

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On this day in 1993, my 3rd grade German class learns a song called “Hausaufgaben Machen.” I don’t remember what that means, but according to Google, it translates as “Homework.” Whenever you need five extra syllables, the German language is there.

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On this day in 1997, I am surrounded in total darkness at the Liberty Science Center as part of the New York State science curriculum - it’s the only way to properly dissect a vampire.