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100 Reasons To Not Kill Yourself: #20.

Posted on 2020/01/31 by

I, Robert “The Hook” Hookey, am a people person. I hope you weren’t drinking coffee, or anything else for that  matter, as you read that opening line – because now it’s no doubt all over your phone, screen or tablet. … Continue reading →

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A Day In The Life. (Or At Least A Piece Of One.)

Posted on 2019/07/04 by

On a typically atypical Wednesday morning I made my way to the hotel’s mid-tower and knocked on one of the press-board doors that separate the inmates from those of us that try to run this particular asylum, not having any … Continue reading →

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What’s The Hook Up To Anyway?

Posted on 2019/06/11 by

By now I’m sure at least eight of you are wondering, “What the hell’s going on with your ‘100 Reasons To Not Kill Yourself” series, Hook? Right? Right? Well anyway, I started this (hopefully) life-affirming series to be slightly selfish … Continue reading →

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100 Reasons To Not Kill Yourself: #96.

Posted on 2019/01/01 by

I know you’re hungover but this one is as timely as all get-up… So tough noogies. Yes, I’m a polite little devil, aren’t I? #96: The New Year. New Year’s Eve isn’t just an excuse to party and drink until … Continue reading →

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Why I Love Being Canadian.

Posted on 2017/07/01 by

There are many things one can choose to be in this life but you can’t pick your parents or where you’re going to escape from the womb. That said, I’m damn glad my origin story began North of the border. … Continue reading →

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Is “Super-Dad” Dead?

Posted on 2017/01/04 by

I’m a tremendous admirer of Cyndi Lauper. Strange way to begin this piece, I know, but if you’re willing to travel a bit with me, all will become clear I promise. To clarify, I admire one specific Lauper song, Time … Continue reading →

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365 Wishes For My Country In 2017.

Posted on 2017/01/01 by

This new year of 365 days, collectively referred to as 2017, is my home and native land’s 150th birthday. I know, right? Canada doesn’t look a day over 80. Must be all the cardio and apologizing.  Nevertheless, here are a … Continue reading →

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Just A Tidbit For You Today.

Posted on 2016/06/24 by

But what a tidbit… Or, if you prefer, “Why I’ll never discuss who might have died on The Walking Dead season finale while I’m at the Bell Desk again.” ME:  Hello, Robert speaking… how may I kill you? GUEST:  Uh… … Continue reading →

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2015 – And My Life In General – Has Brought Me Many Gifts.

Posted on 2015/12/31 by

And this is where I tell you all about them. Briefly. You’ve no doubt seen variations of this format on more than one blog lately. I wasn’t up to the task of sharing when the blog hop in question was … Continue reading →

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For Your Pleasure: A Quick Glimpse Inside My Marriage.

Posted on 2014/10/12 by

This is a day of rest for many – including yours truly for once – so I’m going to keep this short and sweet. A Typical Day In The Hook Household VAMPIRELOVER:  (Catching an unwanted glimpse of her beloved as … Continue reading →

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