Stories of Suspense with a Sense of Humor
I’ve noticed geese flying south for the winter. That annoys the hell out of me because the days are growing shorter. I much prefer summer to winter, or maybe I prefer the light to the dark. Whatever the case, I don’t like to be left behind like this. The party is just getting started and … Read more
My birthday was this past week and I wanted to make it a special day: I wanted to vacuum. I know what you’re thinking: the vibrating motor and the 12 amps of suction excite me. Nope. I just like to get the filth off the floor. Filth you say? Yeah. We have three dogs and … Read more
The mosquitos are terrible in Michigan, unless you’re a mosquito, in which case they’re great
Welcome everyone to summer, and welcome especially to new subscribers of the Mickey Picayune. My wife and I were in New Hampshire last week for a production of A Chorus Line to see our daughter perform, and also to see what we could see. Chorus Line ages well, and is both fun and heartbreaking. Here’s … Read more
Driving and parking in New York City is like being in a Stanslaw Lem novel, where all the rules seem designed to make you fail.