Author Archives: fast eddie

Idiot-Proof

Posted on August 4, 2011 by fast eddie

I recently acquired a new audio/visual system with all the latest wireless digital bells and whistles for our renovated house in the Hamptons. The salesman assured me it was “idiot-proof”. I assume he did not intend this as a slur to my family … Continue reading →

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Checks and Balances

Posted on August 3, 2011 by fast eddie

Over the past several weeks, most Americans were appalled and frustrated as we watched our government struggle to avert a financial crisis of its own making.  In my view, however, Americans should be heartened by recent events. What we witnessed was our government operating exactly … Continue reading →

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Assembly Required

Posted on August 2, 2011 by fast eddie

Assembly Required. These are two of the most fearsome words in the English language. I thought I was past this stage when my kids grew up. But no. Those words have returned to haunt me again now that my daughter is furnishing … Continue reading →

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White Pants

Posted on August 1, 2011 by fast eddie

I was blinded by white pants this weekend. What is it about the summer that makes everybody think that they can wear white pants? I’m not just saying this because I’m jealous. It’s true that I can’t wear white pants. … Continue reading →

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The King of King’s Road (7)

Posted on July 31, 2011 by fast eddie

(continued from The King of King’s Road (6)) The firemen at the Chelsea Fire Station continued to bring their curious neighbor coffee and a muffin each morning. Most days, it was the only meal the homeless man ate. Whenever he … Continue reading →

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