Relationships
Ben Affleck on ‘Air,’ New CEO Gig and Those Memes: “I Am Who I Am”
Lexy Perez writes a profile of Ben Affleck. It’s not bad.
So if DC came to you now and said, “Do you want to direct something?”
I would not direct something for the [James] Gunn DC. Absolutely not. I have nothing against James Gunn. Nice guy, sure he’s going to do a great job. I just wouldn’t want to go in and direct in the way they’re doing that. I’m not interested in that.
I’m not 100% convinced he won’t direct a movie in the new Gunn-led DC movie universe, but then again he might not.
David Sedaris on Word Choice
Humorist/National Treasure David Sedaris went on CBS Sunday Morning to share his thoughts on “irritating word choices” like being called “boss” by other dudes. It’s completely spot on, I mean, perfect.
Gene Simmons and His Mother
Apparently, the KISS press kit circa 1975 mentioned Gene Simmons being hatched from a dinosaur egg. As you might imagine, that wasn’t true. In fact, he was brought to the United States from Israel by his mother Florence. She was a Holocaust survivor and really the most important person in Gene’s life.
Paul Stanley, Gene’s musical and business partner for nearly 50 years, mentioned Florence passed away on his Instagram account.
Gene’s mother Florence Lubowski has passed away. I knew her as long as I’ve known Gene. Beyond her fierce love and pride in her only child she was his inspiration to live up to being worthy of the sacrifices she made in a very difficult and at times horrific life. A holocaust survivor she fought for all she had and her fierce protection and pride in Gene made her someone to be feared, admired and loved. I will miss her laugh and smile. Let us all say a prayer for her, Gene and his family.Gene followed up on his Instagram account.
I lost my Mother. My mentor. My moral compass. And I am heartbroken. 😞 My Mother, Flora Klein passed away at 93 years of age. No illness. No pain. She simply quietly, went to sleep. My Mother will always be in my thoughts and in my heart. Today. And Forever. And I would urge all of you, to run over, put your arms around your mother, kiss her and tell her how much you love her. Do this every day!This clip of Gene and his Mom from Gene Simmons Family Jewels is sweet, but Gene talking with Dan Rather for his AXS show about the two of them entering the United States might make you cry.
Love is a Gift
Just about a week before Halloween, I saw the first holiday television ad. I’m sure it was selling me something. The deluge hasn’t really stopped. So, when I found this short Christmas film it was a nice respite from the rampant consumerism of the season.
Phil Beastall made an incredible film. It’s going to make you cry. And probably hug your mom.
The Choose-Your-Own-Adventure Guide to Solving Relationship Problems
Mark Manson has a lengthy essay going over all the ways to solve relationship problems. He does it in his unique style. His decision tree exercise is essential reading, something to return to in times of relationship struggle.
How to Raise a Boy
Will Leitch has written one of his signature pieces. It’s an in-depth look at his own upbringing and how he raised his own sons in the age of the Parkland tragedy, President Trump, and the #MeToo movement.
I think every parent should take some time to read it.
How to Grow the Fuck Up: A Guide to Humans
Mark Manson is obviously working on new book. I’m guessing this is going to be the title. When you are in the mood for a good, long read take some time and read what Manson puts forth.
I personally need to revisit it a couple of times a year.