It's the truth, I swear

happy birthday!!!!!!

Happy Birthday Marc!! 29 years ago today, my bestest friend was born. Now he's a Daddy, and he's Hubby, but he'll always be my Buddy. May you get all you wish for on this joyous day (though you already got a son and a house this year, so don't push it!)

Ha!! You're like the Casey Kasem of J pictures! We request 'em and you deliver 'em. I like the fish.:)

I cannot stop sampling the Halloween candy.

Sorry about the lack of J pictures. We probably won't get to it until after the move. There's just too much to do.

Hey, on a side note, can you guys update your J pics. I know you have them and I check pretty often to see if there's anything new. I'm still a few years from having kids so I'm living vicariously through you guys:)

It is indeed true. I canned my own Blog when people I know began to be offended by comments I wrote, either about them or by people they know or care for. I mistakened it for a diary where I could tell all my dark secrets as opposed to a place where I had to stroke my readers. It won't happen again.

I didn't get to have any of those Super Lemons but the diagram on the back looks like that awful thing I had on the street in Mystic on Sunday -- it probably would have been better if that 6 foot tall fox (was it a fox?) had warned me about the OH! New Taste.

Congratulations!

love! photos! give! us! more!
(though the distinction between J photos and family photos is a bit tenuous)

i especially love the grover pics.
i think the gallery is fine, though it's a bit slow...

I love you guys!

What a small world! Number 47 is my favorite thing about Kate too! Kidding, just kidding.

This was a nice update to the site, and well needed. I was just about to post a request that you guys stop having children because it's effecting your websites. Yeah that's right, those of us not in diapers have been feeling a tad neglected lately. But you have redeemed yourself. Now tell your wife to get crackin'. A man can only read about "Maison du Popcorn" so much.

hmmmmmmm... toe pudding?

mmmmmmm. toe pudding.

ummm.... I WAS eating pudding... but now I can't.

I also can't say you didn't wan me.

that was gross.

He may have been cute at 5:30, but now it is 11:30 and those grunts and coos have, er, "progressed."

heh. i'll take your personal thoughts and reflections over the pressure to reveal the truth to the world over the internet any day. (originally phrased as a truth but revised to be merely my opinion)

I've always been like that... now I just contemplate dousing my hands with the rubbing alcohol after washing.

By the way, the most OCD-friendly bathrooms I've encountered are the bathrooms at Mohegan Sun. No door, those rotating seat-cover things (light activated), auto-flush, automatic sinks and hot air blowing things. All you have to touch is the stall door and the soap dispenser, and the water comes after that!

Bringing the baby to Mohegan Sun every time I need to wash my hands is out of the question, though.

technically, you'd have to lick your lips, as well as scream.

Honestly, I thought that light blue argyle was one of those things that showed up in the laundry bag when we were doing laundry at the laundromat.

Very pastel. I think I'm actually a little surprised at that, but I'm not sure why. Maybe I expected little Muppet characters? I don't know.

At the risk of casting innuendo, I think I usually saw him barefoot.

I realize that my last comment sounded rather stupid.

Now that I think about it, it's sort of like a Steven Wright-ism. In any case, ask Erik - he probably knows what the $#@! I'm trying to describe.

Damn Wallace Chinitz.

Hmm. Aside from the fact that my parents probably "loved" me so much that I'm now really pretty good and $#@!ed up, I can only ask:

WHAT'S near the English Muffins? Corn toasties or the supermarket itself? Perhaps this is some kind of weird self-referential food map.

Love is kind of like negative absolute temperatures...like when it gets so hot that it actually gets cold.

Damn thermodynamics.

hmmm.. interesting..
I must find out if these Freihoffer corn toasties are available in Maryland

It's true! I was exposed to corn toasties while visiting my aunt in upstate New York. You can get the Freihoffer's ones there. When we tried to get them back in the Bronx, all they had was Thomas', which are not that great.

I have figured it out. Since you can't get the good kind (Freihoffer's) in NYC, people probably don't bother. You can get the crappy kind (Thomas'). They are near the English muffins. Joe and Stephanie, I think you parents did love you after all.

It's like a flat corn muffin. You put it in the toaster. You can find them at your local supermarket. A supermarket is a place where you can buy food. Food is stuff that you can eat. I think they're usually located near the english muffins.

I guess I was also neglected as a child..
I have no idea what a corn toastie is either

How can you not know what a corn toastie is? Didn't your parents love you?

Okay, I've waited the requisite few days, so excuse me:

What the flurp is a corn toastie?

Does life get more exciting?! I thought the new baby was big news, but then you drop this tale about the near-death experience of your corn toastie on us! This is the stuff movies are made of folks…

“He was an ordinary guy, living an ordinary life. But today was no ordinary day….” A co-worker opens the toaster, as Marc screams “NOOOOOOOOOO!” An explosion! Marc dives behind the refrigerator shielding himself from the flames. When he recovers all that’s left is remnants of a corn-toastie, taken in its prime. Marc scoops up the crumbs and holds them aloft screaming “Whyyyyyyy?!" Tears stream down his face as he pleads with the heavens “Take meeeeeee!! You unfeeling bastard! Take meeeeee!”

Come on,...you'd totally go see that.

I'm glad you enjoyed it Joe. I learned a lot about Photoshop that afternoon. I kept thinking, "I'm doing this for Joe. I hope he enjoys it."

I think I actually just wet my pants. Thank you, oh thank you, for manipulating that picture of Buddy Hackett. You guys are my new Parental Heroes.

By the way, and in reference to the next post - anything concerning Oprah and going "down low" is to be avoided at all costs, I should think.

I love that J's cheeks stick out past Buddy Hackett's face. You cannont keep those cheeks down!

Dude, that baby is soooo Marc. Are you sure Kate is the mom? Or were you messing around with the milkman..err lady...oh forget it.

Marc..my vote goes to Marc.

All I keep thinking is, "Marc STILL makes than same $#@!ing face. Incredible."

That aside, I think that Marc and Kate actually look alike. Weird. As for J? Well, in that first photo, he kinda looks like Buddy Hackett.

...which is not a bad thing; I mean, he's a hell of a funny $#@!er. But, as the jury may still be out, sp to speak, I have to second Tony on the Bud thing.

Hm. He's got Kate's nose and your chin, Marc, but aside from a personal viewing (and let me add my voice to that chorus) it'll be hard to tell until we see how he holds a can of Bud.

I think.. well.. I think J looks like Kate..
it's a bit hard to judge - from only 3 pictures of each of you - but I would have to say that J and baby Kate have very similar mouths and eyes - jury is still out on who gets credit for his nose. I think this will need to be settled with an "in-person" review. Any idea when you guys will be ready for visitors? I can't wait to see all of you!

You know, with all that dilating going on during the wheelchair ride, one can only wonder who was driving.

My love to all three of you.

WOW! That's a big baby! Poor Kate. I seem to remember that I was 7 lbs 11 ozs. So anyway, congratulations!!! Just remember that children are our greatest natural resource... although I hope it never comes to that.

I'm so happy for you guys. I already wrote something sentimental on Kate's site, so I'll get right to my schtick...

My cousin Alice also had a baby very recently and since then I've had this question weighing on my shoulders. Why exactly has it become tradition to give a baby's weight and measurement after it's born? I figure maybe it's because it's solid mathematical numbers, proving in fact that a being now exists. And if you think of it that way it's not a bad idea. In fact, I think we should bring it a step further. Like for example,... On Jan. 6th Fred returned from a restaurant in San Jose with a new girlfriend call Melinda Katherine Harris. She weighed 115 ibs. and was 5 foot 6 inches upon finishing her salad. Heh? Heh? Come on, admit it, it's a good idea!

But seriously folks, Congratulations! I can't wait to see and hold him. You've given me a reason to return to NY soon!
-Arthur

CONGRATULATIONS, MARC AND KATE! WELCOME, J!
I was reading Marc's announcement post and getting chills remembering when Juliana was born... it IS the best thing in the world, and the most rewarding as well... IT GETS BETTER, TOO! Wait until you hear "I love you, Mommy (or Daddy!)".
CONGRATULATIONS, AND BEST OF EVERYTHING... ENJOY YOUR NEW FAMILY!

the lack of info is a bit tortuous, hopefully k&m have reclused themselves in joyous familyness.

Anyone out there hear any news on the expected arrival of the "little bundle of joy"???

Last entry on K8's blog was ".. going to the hospital" at ~11:45pm on 3/31

Info, I need info..

I'm very excited about the changes happening in your life. Like the new comments section!! Oh yeah, and wasn't there something else going on..hmm (scratches neatly trimmed facial hair). Please call me as soon as it happens.
Thank you,
Your Oldest Friend (not in age mind you, in longevity of friendship):)

Due to the whole comment-spam issue, I'm forced to modify this a bit. Hope this is just as much fun as it used to be.

Re: really excited feeling -- Me too! I love you!

Comments are back, on a trial basis.

All right, you win (65 entries of comment spam). No more comments until I redesign the site.

Now that's a new one.

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I have to say that, despite your obvious preference, I'm a big fan of the Frankie Valli version. Thanks for that post, and the time machine that took me back to 1981 and my parents' primer-purple Plymouth Satellite with the black vinyl seats in back.

I sincerely hope, one day, your child will love your back seats in much the same way. All my love, my old friend, and good fortune besides.

Thanks for all the positive feedback!

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Believe those who are seeking the truth. Doubt those who find it..

Dear persistent HGH commenter,
You are ignorant. You are wasting my time. I am not happy.

You know, I was just saying, "I think some HGH Human Growth Hormone would really aid my enjoyment of this site."

Perhaps myself and this other persistent commenter should get together, hmm? Then I could really "...do it good."

Know what I mean?

Now is time for the inevitable quote:

"All your base are belong to us."

Thank you, and goodnight.

Well, what did you expect, with all the Commie cameras and all.

It's like a Kremlin Christmas.

Wait; am I allowed to say that?

Yes, all you crazy happy Christmas people would disagree. I find joy in other people's decorations.

The thing about the decorations is just about the stupidest thing I've ever heard come out of your mouth..err..fingers..whatever. :)

Thanks Joe. Cleaning to Queen is always the right thing to do. Me, I do toilets these days.

Nice comment.

A week-and-a half, eh? Well, then, I can still get it in under the wire.

Happy Birthday, former-sometimes-roommate. I'll spin some "Classic Queen" and mop the floor for you.

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Very nice design!:)

Well, I try to extend the birthday into a birthday week. This year I'm getting a birthday week-and-a-half, so it's not totally over yet. Definitely having fun.

just popped by to wish you a happy day! (though kate beat me to the punch...)
up to anything fun?

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BABY!

was that a routine interview or a you-might-become-an-empoyee interview?

your voyeuristic public wants to know...

Is that an advertisement disguised as a compliment? I want to be mad, but my ego tells me not to be. Arrgh! I think I'll take a nap.

Cool... a nice blog.

You know, it really makes me mad when people try to use this page for advertising. And when I get mad, I take a nap.

I'll ignore the obvious plea for coffee-commentary, and go right on to ask, "...what the hell was that about life insurance?"

We were definitely making fun of the man behind the counter, not you. I believe he is called a barrista, for the record.

Since you slept a grand total of about 3 hours last night, I'm guessing we won't be going back for small coffees anytime soon, huh?

Well, for my money, you can never get enough Girl-on-Girl Action.

I think bloggers represent a specific group...dorks...who lean heavily toward self-importance. That's why I had one :) But seriously, it was my arrogance of thinking that other people cared about what I did every waking moment that caused me to start one. And what caused me to end it you ask?...Laziness. You didn't think I stopped being arrogant did you?

Sometimes it does feel like we can't keep up with the sliced cheddar demand around here. There's just so much good you can do with sliced cheddar!

You should update your blog more often because there are people in the world who are unemployed, and need as much entertainment as they can get. Though, come to think of it, having the Playboy channel 24 hours a day now, with our new Direct TV, fills in alot of those hours. But then I start to worry that I will become bored with the female body, and when it comes time for me to "perform" that I'll be disinterested, and therefore unable. So please update more often..my sex life depends on it.

The beard is growing in nicely, if I do say so myself. I haven't done anything to it yet and I look like that 600 lb gorilla. Who knew I could be so fuzzy!

Who says you need a reason to grow a beard?

That said, of course, I feel I need to add that your particular reason is a good one. For the next few months, at least, you will be the proverbial 600lb gorilla, who as we know can grow a beard wherever he damn pleases.

Mazeltov.

Yes, easy feedback is available, just as Mother Internet intended. Thanks for the money suggestion. As you can see, Kate needed a little more encouragement.

Hey, this "Arthur" cat may me onto something. She could use the money for something like, er, a Gameboy Advance SP.

Wait did you actually make posting convenient for those of us who frequent your site?! Anyway, how about you give that money you found to that chick Kate. I hear Amazon screwed her big-time.

In these days of communicable diseases, there is only one way for a reader to post a truth, and that is through commenting. I can understand your confusion. It's not the way it used to be. It's not the way anyone else does it. Perhaps some day I will bend to the pressure and redesign in a more standard way, but for now you'll have to put up with the confusion.

I'm feeling much better now. It was just a one-day thing. Very high fever and a headache. I'm not the only one either; it must be a bug that's going around.

Ah; now things make sense again. By the way, am I "commenting" when I should be "posting"?

Not quite sure, here. How are you feeling?

Mixed reaction because: I was sick (BAD). I got to spend the day at home, rebuilding my energy (GOOD). Nobody pays me for spending the day at home (BAD).

A mixed reaction because of your truancy, or a mixed reaction to the reason behind your truancy?

The mind reels. I won't even touch the anti-Catholic thing.

for some reason i think that jewish tradition dictates that you ask a few times whether anyone has lost it before it is ok to keep it, so looks like your conclusion was about right for sticking with the ethics of the tribe. the other alternative is to put up a sign saying that if anyone has lost something recently in the parking lot they should contact you, without saying that it was money.

as for spending it, my vote is for the nice dinner.

karen

You found your way into some incomprehensible joe-speak there for a second. But I get it, now. I think it was the inclusion of "money" in your metaphor that really threw me off the carousel.

It means: "Do what you want, and take responsibility." That's all, really. The carousel bit was just for flair and color.

What does that mean?

The world is a carousel, and it's money that makes it go 'round. But it should be up to each of us, individually, whether we want to get off or not.

Liz Phair should always be welcome. All she needs to do is knock.

Don't forget the king of pith: pith.org.

this has turned into quite the gory blog

Do not be frightened. There are no rules for acting. There is no reason to be fearful. Posting comments is fun. It's just like that time I cut my hair really short and started growing a beard. A lot has changed, but I'm still the same me.

It is also true that this is new, and I am frightened of new things. Fear, fear! What do I do? How do I act?