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I have to start this post off by saying I’m a little disappointed in all of you. I was hoping that after a week without a peep from me, my inbox would be flooded with emails saying things like, “omgwtf happened to you I need my zest,” and, “get writing, the blogosphere am cry,” but no such luck. I’ve started about four or five posts in the past week and before deciding the ideas were crap and scrapping them.

Today’s entry will be short. A little happy and some very sad.

First the sad news. Kurt Vonnegut died last night. He was from my hometown of Indianapolis, and was far and away my favorite author. A huge part of my desire to become a writer is because of his influence, and after discussing his death with someone earlier today, I realized he was the closest thing I’ve ever had to a personal hero. The world is poorer for having lost him. I would highly recommend reading anything by him that you can, but Slaughterhouse Five is my personal favorite. “He’s with God now.” (if you’re familiar with his work, you’ll get this joke)

In happier news, I have found what is almost assuredly the best TV show ever. It totally makes me want to start my own public access show. Enjoy Let’s Paint, Exercise, Blend Drinks.