Monthly Archives: June 2010

World Cup: NOT a coffee chain.

People tend to ask Mr_FadedGlory, they say, Mister, what have you got against soccer? And my answer is: nothing. I have nothing against soccer. It’s fine. It’s tolerable. It’s a great sport. It’s especially a great sport for kids. I … Continue reading

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Seventy minutes later

So I thought we were sitting pretty last week, when Mr. Faded Glory returned to blogging. Turns out it was a happy mirage. Today, for example, time has run out on me. Stupid time. This always happens. And it always … Continue reading

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You don’t hafta go home, but …

Busy week back, right? By now, hopefully you’ve told your friends that Mister Faded Glory is back, he’s here to stay, and if this were 2001 – he’d be on the cutting-fucking-edge of blogging.  It would also be nice if … Continue reading

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But is it fantastic?

Any time I’m the least bit excited for the NBA, I can’t shake NBC’s old theme music introducing the league’s showcases, playoffs, and Finals. Who else is ready to run through a brick wall?! Ah, the halcyon days of the … Continue reading

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Well, now I’m really discouraged: A guide to resenting peer success.

In the wake of today’s big bloggeriffic (shudder) news, I’d like to announce that Mister Faded Glory is totally for sale. Yes, it’s true! I apologize, because this has been unclear for some time. However, I’m certain my failure to … Continue reading

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Back to work

In case you wondered, I am grumpy again today, and the root cause is totally obvious. Yesterday I wrenched my back, and threw it out. Ouch. All day today, I lied (laid?) rested supine on my couch in recuperation. Now, … Continue reading

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