May 12, 2024

The sun is over the yardarm, and I am enjoying a Manhattan.

The referral coordinator at my clinic, a very sweet lady who unfortunately looks like Jeanne Pirro (very much NOT a sweet lady), calls me “Manhattan”, the coolest nickname I’ve ever had.

Having a nice weekend away from the tussle of office politics.

I’d like to propose a toast: To absent DU friends…

May 11, 2024

Friday Night Vodka Buzz. Ask me anything.

Sorry this is so late getting started. Mrs. Aristus’ train back from Seattle was delayed for over an hour. Something or someone on the tracks.

I really need a drink.

Supremely awful week. Office politics at my new organization really sucks. It’s starting to feel like the lack of overwork was not a fair trade off.

I promise not to complain too much. Y’all have always been there for me.

I love you all…

May 10, 2024

Friday Night Buzz Thread will be briefly delayed this evening.

We are currently awaiting the loading of our complement of small, lemon-soaked paper napkins for your refreshment and hygiene while on the buzz thread. Until then, there will be a short delay.

Actually, Mrs. Aristus took the train to Seattle today for a conference, and I'll have to pick her up at the train station here when she gets back. No drinking until the driving is safely done for the night. Until then, there will be a short delay. Please return to your seats.

May 4, 2024

Friday Night Vodka Buzz. Ask me anything.

Two shots to get the party started.

Now enjoying a Nutty Martini; vodka and half an ounce of Frangelico. Nothing complex. Just a hazelnut-flavored Martini.

Relaxing after a stressful week.

Office politics.

I love you all…

May 3, 2024

Krist Noem get terminated:

April 30, 2024

I can fit into my favorite pair of jeans again!

I have a really nice pair of brown, herringbone jeans that have been my favorites for a while. They're tough-looking and masculine, but pair well with a sport coat or blazer, too. My COVID-19 weight gain caused them to be a little sausage-y. But now they're fitting nicely again. Mrs. Aristus confirms that they fit very well in the right places.

Good incentive for keeping up the cardio and weight-lifting.

April 30, 2024

I know rural right-wingers love to portray themselves as hard-headed, practical, down-to-Earth, git-'er-done, hands-on,

shrewd, horse-tradin' folk.

And we all know they love posing for pics with the animals they have shot for fun.

But how could anyone think shooting a dog to death could somehow juice up this image for widespread public consumption?

I guess even for the reich-wingers, it was a rainbow bridge too far...

April 29, 2024

Okay, new question: If Trump shot a DOG on 5th Avenue,

would the MAGAts still vote for him?

April 27, 2024

Friday Night Vodka Buzz. Ask me anything.

That’s right. I bought some vodka on the way home. One of the many reasons why I’m late getting here.

It’s good to be back.

I love you all…

April 26, 2024

Watch This Space. Friday Night Buzz Thread returns tonight!

I'm all out of vodka, and nearly out of bourbon. Clearly, I didn't do any booze shopping during my recent dry months! I have plenty of rum, tequila, and single malt. So it will be 'Friday Night (Insert Spirit Of Choice Here) Buzz Thread.

I've missed you all.

And of course, I love you all.

Hope to see you tonight...