MY NEW BOOK

    Caution: Funny Signs Ahead


    Caution: Funny Signs Ahead was over a decade in the making. It all began back in 1994, when I hit the road. I took pictures of everything, but my favorite "capture" soon became funny road signs. When RoadTrip America debuted on the Web in 1996, its funny sign gallery was instantly one of its most popular features. Over the years, other people began contributing...[more]

Thoughts on Whipping “You-Know-Whats”

October 13th, 2008
After reading the story about McCain's recent threat about beating Obama in their next debate, I couldn't resist the temptation to seek out the lyrics to that old Devo favorite, “Whip It.” I thought I’d rewrite the words, like I did a couple weeks ago to express my feelings about the qualifications of McCain’s running mate. (more...)

Steel Drivin’ Man Vs. The New Millennium: Presidential Debate #1

September 26th, 2008
This is freakin’ scary, because I come from a family where talking about politics is a worse sin than talking about condoms. OMG. Did I just type “condoms?” Guess I’m really breaking some rules tonight! But then, how many nights do you get to see a debate against an aging ancient white guy and a hot mixed-race boy wonder, all the while wondering how to cast your one, infinitely diluted vote for either of them? Before I go on, please beware. I’ve got a couple shots of good old all-American Kentucky bourbon in me, and I’m not feeling particularly politically correct. The only thing I’m feeling ... (more...)