It’s All in the Punctuation “I can’t be satisfied until you’re satisfied.” –Phil Dunphy motto Fans of sitcom “Modern Family” (I am) no doubt enjoyed last night’s episode, in which Phil Dunphy’s “car wrap” features photos of his family along with his real estate marketing slogan, “I can’t be satisfied until you’re satisfied.” If you’re...Read More
. . . And Here They Are! Minneapolis gained 40 residents over the last 10 years while the state population grew by nearly 8 percent, according to recently released U.S. Census statistics that will be used to re-draw political districts. –“Census: Minneapolis population stagnant, but indicators point to revival” (Southwest Journal; 4/14/2011) Yeah, yeah,...Read More
I either just bought three, four cheese pizzas or four, three cheese pizzas — I’m honestly not sure which (or that it makes a difference). I just know that I paid $13, not $31. *Title inspired by David Sedaris’ book title, “When Engulfed in Flames.”Read More
When I drove past Beth El Synagogue at 5:45 p.m. tonight on the way to pick up my kids, the line in front to hear Deepak Chopra was 100-long. Driving past the other way 30 minutes later, it was easily triple that. I’m not sure what they’re thinking, but I’ve got a hunch what Mr. Chopra...Read More
Gophers vs. Purdue at Target Field Can you tell the difference between a 97 mile an hour fastball and a 91 mile an hour fastball? Neither can I. But I know the difference between $85 box seats and $5 seats. Which is why, after my listing presentation (10 a.m.), and putting the finishing touches on...Read More
New Acronyms & Conformist Fruit My favorite place to get a sub sandwich in college was TOGO’s — short for “To Go.” Somehow, “BOGO” — “Buy one, get one free” — just doesn’t have the same ring to it. Nevertheless, that’s the new term plastered all over the Byerly’s weekly coupon circular. Time will tell...Read More
