I decided to finally read some Agatha Christie and started with one of her most famous books, “Murder on the Orient Express,” where I was first introduced to her beloved protagonist and detective, Hercule Poirot. I’ve learned that is somewhat of a literary travesty – apparently M. Poirot is one of the most famous fictional… Continue reading The Famous Detective Hercule Poirot – Wait, Who?
Author: Alison Ross
not another sexy “insert profession/creature here” costume
Tina Fey’s “Mean Girls” told us that “Halloween is the one night a year when girls can dress like a total slut and no other girls can say anything about it.” Insert your own “Yes We Can!” joke here. Take Back Halloween! is a fantastic repository for female Halloween costumes where you don’t need a… Continue reading not another sexy “insert profession/creature here” costume
another 9/11 decennial post
I wasn’t sure if I wanted to blog about this anniversary. Some might say that because I’m an American that alone gives me the right to voice my opinion. I don’t know what I could say that would add anything new. My thoughts are with with families of the victims who died that day and… Continue reading another 9/11 decennial post
To America, on her 235th Birthday
My brother and I are currently sitting inside our apartment watching 1776, having made the right choice to forgo watching fireworks from the riverside park. I don’t think it’s raining anymore, but it must be uncomfortably muggy and damp by now. I’ve seen this speech referenced more than a few times on the internet today,… Continue reading To America, on her 235th Birthday
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