"In a funny way, what you and I both crave is in Ohio. In your case it's Dave. In mine, it's a group of sane, affable players with no serious personality disorders and good roleplaying ability." - Y.

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( Somewhat cute email from [T.]... )

( I quietly lost it at Dungeons and Dragons Tuesday night. )

Considering my general lack of social graces (or, in particular, the inability to make small talk with complete strangers without radiating an aura of disdain) it is somewhat surprising that I am so talented at office politics. Believe it or not, I attribute a good degree of my skill to the years I spent playing Dungeons and Dragons. I was never ( Read more... )

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The Scourge of Worlds party was delayed until tonight at 7 pm. In theory, A. has commitments from at least three other people, all of whom know to dress up, but I suspect none of them will be as scantily clad as myself. I also imagine I will be the only one outlining his muscles in charcoal ( Read more... )

From fetid to feted - quotidian disappointment and stress has inspired me to rededicate myself to making the most of my leisure time. I have just returned from the most fabulous group dinner at the local all-you-can-eat Chinese buffet followed by a packed viewing of Shrek 2. During the meal, plans were hatched for our annual hajj to Las Vegas in ( Read more... )

I am supposed to attend a baby shower turned barbecue on Memorial Day weekend, which apparently entails bringing a gift without the obligation to engage in suicide-inducing baby shower gamesNow I am at a loss as to just what such a gift should entail. Am I purchasing for the prospective parents, for the mother, or for the baby? They don't know ( Read more... )

"Let us never speak of last night again."

Thus, A. began our phone conversation this afternoon. While I still think there are valuable lessons to be learned from any experience, I have to agree with the underlying sentiment. Some things are just better forgotten. I am not certain I am interested in devoting the time, effort, or monetary ( Read more... )