Category Archives: Hotel Life

Tales of the modern (douchebag) traveler

The Hook’s Book Has A New Look.

Posted on 2022/12/20 by The Hook

In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. (Or did She?) And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of … Continue reading →

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Sidestepping Across The Multiverse: Part Seven.

Posted on 2022/12/16 by The Hook

On 30 May 542 at the bloodiest height of the Battle of Camlann, King Arthur (you may have heard of him, he was kind of a big deal in the 6th century) charged at his traitorous nephew, (or maybe he … Continue reading →

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Sidestepping Across The Multiverse: Part Six

Posted on 2022/12/03 by The Hook

“The best and safest thing is to keep a balance in your life, acknowledge the great powers around us and in us. If you can do that, and live that way, you are really a wise man.”- Euripides Both Tommy Preston … Continue reading →

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Sidestepping Across The Multiverse: Part Five

Posted on 2022/11/27 by The Hook

Before we begin, here’s a hyper-sonic science primer on “g-forces”: Poindexters will tell you that a g-force is a measure of acceleration. 1G is the acceleration we feel every waking moment as the force of gravity keeps our feet firmly planted on … Continue reading →

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Sidestepping Across The Multiverse: Part Three.

Posted on 2022/11/16 by The Hook

Tommy Preston, the once superpowered champion of justice known as Golden Lad, refused to leave the few remaining spoonfuls of his beloved noontime chili, opting instead to dissuade a surprisingly persistent pest vocally when it became painfully obvious force hadn’t … Continue reading →

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Sidestepping Across The Multiverse: Part Two.

Posted on 2022/11/05 by The Hook

“We’re not going to have a problem are we, pal?” the boisterous voice was husky, weary and subzero, with only the slightest trace of a youthful, hopeful tone detectable. “Because I assume you know who you’re dealing with?” The young … Continue reading →

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Into The Dark: Sidestepping Across The Multiverse, Part One.

Posted on 2022/10/26 by The Hook

A man walks down the street. It’s a street in a strange world; maybe it’s the Third World, maybe it’s his first time around. Actually, scratch that, it’s neither. I mean, yes, it’s a strange world, but it’s not the … Continue reading →

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It’s Been A Minute, Hasn’t It?

Posted on 2022/05/02 by The Hook

Sorry about the title, I’ve just always wanted to use that phrase, whether it be in real life, or on the screen, so I decided to go for it. Incidentally, I’ve always wanted to use a lot of commas in … Continue reading →

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This Is What I’m Saying, Paul Reiser.

Posted on 2022/03/11 by The Hook

I’m not sure if you’ve ever done this, but if you look up a certain creation of yours on Wikipedia, Paul, this is what you’ll find: Mad About You is an American television sitcom starring Paul Reiser and Helen Hunt as a … Continue reading →

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Dear Ronnie…

Posted on 2022/02/05 by The Hook

Hey, brother, I know it’s been awhile since we talked, but I’m sure you understand. I’ve been feeling frustrated/overwhelmed/lost lately and so I’ve decided to do what I would have done in the past: I’m venting to the best listener … Continue reading →

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