Monthly Archives: May 2019

NBA Finals, Game 1: Something is Different

Posted on May 31, 2019 by Paul

After last night, I think it’s clear this is not the same Toronto Raptors team I’ve been watching all my life. The team I grew up watching would’ve crumbled on a stage this big. They would’ve been intimidated by the … Continue reading →

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Viewing Notes: The Bachelorette (Hannah) – Ep. 3

Posted on May 28, 2019 by Paul

It has come to my attention that the 50th edition of these Bachelor/ette recaps was two weeks ago – the season premiere. What perfect timing! And I missed it. A whole fortnight has passed. So, here’s a belated thank you … Continue reading →

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50 Thoughts XXVII

Posted on May 27, 2019 by Paul

1. Do the random, far-fetched scenarios you think about before falling asleep, ever actually happen in real life? 2. Famous people really love to complain on Twitter when their flight is delayed. I’m sorry all of your money has put … Continue reading →

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The Toronto Raptors Are In The NBA Finals

Posted on May 26, 2019 by Paul

I can’t believe I just wrote that. The Toronto Raptors are in the NBA Finals. What!? This is not real life. This doesn’t happen to us. This doesn’t happen to Toronto sports teams. What do you mean we’re going to … Continue reading →

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The Moment

Posted on May 24, 2019 by Paul

The best picture you can take is one that doesn’t require a camera. It’s a mental image. A lasting impression for a moment that stood still, even though no one said, “cheese”. Lately, I’ve been thinking about life and how … Continue reading →

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Feeding Frenzy

Posted on May 22, 2019 by Paul

My blog friend Suchie sent me a message all the way from India to request that I write a song about pizza, donuts, and coffee. I don’t drink coffee, I haven’t had a donut since 2018 (I think), but I … Continue reading →

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Viewing Notes: The Bachelorette (Hannah) – Ep. 2

Posted on May 21, 2019 by Paul

Welcome back to another life-changing edition of viewing notes for episode two of The Bachelorette. This week, we learn the ABCs of love which DEF-initely brings out the alpha-bet obsessed nature of one contestant, while another contestant is just plain … Continue reading →

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Puzzle

Posted on May 16, 2019 by Paul

Wake up alone next to the ringing of the telephone it says there is no space anymore won’t let me put another thing in the drawer not even if I close it quick but what am I supposed to do … Continue reading →

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Viewing Notes: The Bachelorette (Hannah) – Ep. 1

Posted on May 14, 2019 by Paul

It’s only been two months since The Bachelor ended. In that time, Hannah B. went on a journey to find love and brought a camera crew with her. Now, it’s time to roll tide the footage and let the world … Continue reading →

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Game 7

Posted on May 12, 2019 by Paul

I woke up it’s Game 7, I’ll wait until 11, just to see if the Raptors have won. I think they got a lot of hope, but I never know for sure, what’s another year full of nope, when you’re spending every … Continue reading →

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