Author Archives: Tom Garrett

The Other Guy(s)

Posted on January 21, 2011 by Tom Garrett

I had planned on doing a comprehensive movie review for 2010’s “The Other Guys,” which I saw last night for the first time.  However, this buddy cop comedy(?) starring Mark Wahlberg as Detective Terry Hoitz and Will Ferrell as Will … Continue reading →

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Defending the Ryan Family Honor

Posted on January 19, 2011 by Tom Garrett

Fullback Tony Richardson, in response to Wes Welker’s tongue-in-cheek, foot-related comments, after the Jets’ 28-21 victory over the Patriots: “That was personal.  There was no reason to bring family into it.  Rex (Ryan) has a son in 10th grade!” I … Continue reading →

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Cream of the Travel Mall Crop

Posted on January 18, 2011 by Tom Garrett

I recently had occasion to travel by train. Of the many benefits of rail travel, perhaps chief among them, is the complimentary “Travel Mall” catalog included in each seat-back. Not only is this delightful periodical choc full of amazing gift … Continue reading →

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The Inexact Science

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Tom Garrett

Rather than using this piece to explain what this site is, I’m going to use it to explain why this site is. The genesis of this glorified blog dates to a years-old conversation with my best friend.  I conveyed to … Continue reading →

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