Beer and football XVII — dog days of ownership

Can it, Handy: “What’s a song lyric that has stuck with you forever?” The beer: Marshall Wharf Salud Mexican Lager The headline: “Shut up! Shut up! Shut up! Shut up! Why don’t ya!” – Stranglers, “Shut Up” The commentary: I got dem ol’ critical heat blues again, mama! Patriots have record-breaking contract offer on the […]

Beer and football XVI — playoffs, week two

Jazzy, no! “If you could make your pet understand one thing, what would it be?” The game: Texans at Patriots The beer: Bissell Brothers Revival Milk Stout The result: Win, 28–16 The playoffs: 2–0 The headline: “It’s all over and you’re gone.” – Claudine Longet, “Snow” The commentary: Jazzy! Down! I can’t see the score! […]

Mike Florio’s On Our Way Home

Hey, it’s been awhile since my last proper book review, or rather since I rewrote the entire Dark Tower series. I just read that shit again and it holds all the way up—you’re welcome! A few times this month (including today, for another couple of hours), noted lawyer/“sportswriter” Mike Florio has generously subtracted the full […]