The Blues and Blue Sake
Several of my divorced or divorcing friends report a dramatic drop in their respective moods come Sunday afternoons. Sundays is normally child-transfer day ––...
The Usual Master of Time and Space
If you’ve been to The Chat Room or The Usual, you’re likely familiar with Dave Mayer — he’s the guy with the longish hair,...
A Streetcar Named Perspire
About 9 a.m. last Tuesday, I popped out of a dead sleep with the nagging suspicion that I was already late for something really...
Fair and Balanced at Trinity Tavern?
Late in the afternoon a few days ago, I went looking for a place to have a beer and a sandwich. The obvious choice...
Flair Lives: Wooo!
I could say a lot of things about my time working at Chili’s, but I did like the way the company organized its bar....
2500 to 4/20
The marquee outside of the bar dubbed it the best biker bar in Texas. I have no clue as to whether that’s even close...
Onboard to Euless Yacht Club
One hallmark of semi-employment is the way your weekends change shape. Leisure time stretches from day to day like wax in a lava lamp,...
An Open Letter to Princess Birthday
Yo, drunk girl. Not you, the other one. Yes, you, with the tiara and the sash that says “PRINCESS!” on it. I see that...
Avoca: Serious Beanery
I’m going to be honest. I’m not a big coffee drinker. Time and time again, I’ve thought, maybe this cup of coffee will win...
Non-Smoking Bars Coming Soon?
I hate smelling other people’s smoke. Which is odd, considering that when I’m having a few beers, I also like to light up. But...
