June 2011
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Is your writing more original if you read others...
A few of my friends have said not reading others makes his or her writing more original. They’re not copying anyone so his or her work is original, yeah?
Bollocks.
Reading widely makes you a more original writer. Let’s start with what makes one a competent writer. Professional writers speak in a unified voice when they say you become a better writer by writing and reading more.
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Let's play irl Four Square on a ship
See this pirate ship thing in Centennial Park? Take a look from the top. It’s perfect for Four Square—not the social network. NERD. Put that phone in your pocket. It’s time to mingle and sweat in a competitive setting. I’m talking about some In Real Life (irl) Four Square. I’ll bring the chalk and a ball that bounces. You in? Wednesday’s a great day, as once it...
Road Trip Discussion Topics
How would modern architecture change if dinosaurs still roamed the earth?
How would those in your car rise to political power during a zombie uprising and instate a philosopher king among you?
How long would it take the members of your car to find a Con Man you don’t know, then con him?
If the members in your car immediately quit their jobs and pooled $15,000, how would you start a...
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Homebrewed Recipes for Monday Night Brewing
My brother and his partners are launching a new line of beer in Atlanta called Monday Night Brewing. I’ve seen him work on this for years. It’s quite, quite exciting.
The recipes have been finalized, and I recently was able to secure a few beers before they’re available to the public—whatever, jealous much? All you need is a brother who brews beer like it’s his...