R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Can I throw in a "same goes for a man whose new GF tells him to cut ties with his buddies and leave his old life behind"?
Smart ass, story doctor, ghostwriter, editor, proofer, killjoy. What do I do for work? Writing. What about for fun? Same. Oh, wait - also sleeping. I don't know, I'm making this up as I go.
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Can I throw in a "same goes for a man whose new GF tells him to cut ties with his buddies and leave his old life behind"?
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
I wasn't aware you were this funny. Consider me schooled.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
The second image was a drawing of fingers crossed - not meant to show up as an ominous all black image!
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R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
π€ͺ
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
So THAT explains your mood last week! π€ͺ
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R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
How is it not 100% of the value by now? Oh wait, boycotting Tesla is *bad* but boycotting Bud Light is *good*
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Most of what the US knows about Nigeria comes from the Wealthy Prince and Dating scams.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Soon it won't matter, with nation after nation issuing Extreme Travel Warnings for visiting the United States... especially now that you can be here on vacation and get nabbed by ICE for months.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
That took a sec, but I got it.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Whew, that was a close call!
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social)
Strange dream time. Had a paper full of mysterious clues in a strange theme park with a LOT of unique people who each held the answer for one clue. Eventually solved all only to find out - "none of these answers will help solve the puzzle." Now I have to figure out what the actual puzzle is? π΅π₯Ίπ²
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Generally a pretty crappy day, but made nearly bearable by your online aura. Thanks for hanging out and digging in - there may not be safety in numbers but there is a little bit of sanity there, so hang in and hang on.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
I recognize and appreciate the extreme restraint shown by choosing the word "jazz" over the numerous other possibilities. π€ͺ
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm seeing temperatures charting into the 80's over the next two weeks. What happened to 60's in the spring? (My age not withstanding.)
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
I use my words for my profession and my hobbies and yet...
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
He's already posted about this guy. The home office has fired him.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Always figured he had better taste than that anyway.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
If it in any way matters, I totally dig you for your brain. Disclosure: I barely look at your pictures.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Why couldn't he just "laugh it off"?
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Pretty sure they've lost the ability to dictate how already purchased items are used. No take-backs.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
I'll presume you're talking about your publicly viewable lip; perhaps "pleasingly plump" would suffice?
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
You used "scurrilous" in a sentence. I think that means I owe you a Life Debt.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
So it is written...
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
What I got out of all that is you don't deny it.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Mysterious.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Fortunately we have your smile as a brief buffer between inner peace and stark reality. Now, I guess, back to those eggs... *sigh*
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Are you SURE?
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
And the CCP does not own Tik Tok, but facts? Who cares?!
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
And yet, how many users does it have? How many businesses are run on the platform? How many MILLION$ of dollars are generated through there? Sounds like maybe you've got no idea what you're saying in your rush to own the lefties. Your lack of information isn't really surprising, given that.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Yet all I've been reading is that the Chinese government really has nothing to do with Tik Tok and that it was banned by congressmen who had bought shares in Meta. So.... which is it, then?
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Good point. He's in the wrong neighborhood anyway.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
You're kidding, right? He reminds us of Chief Inspector Dreyfus from the Pink Panther movies. Definitely NOT the pinnacle of strength nor sanity.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
More than 4 less than 10?
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Just to clear the air... you HAVE heard of Pompeii, right? I mean, I'd bet cash money on that.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
You're my hero -- oh, wait.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Is this one of those things you do when "your soul leaves your body" after some mortifying event?
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
NOW I'm scared!
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social)
I wish I enjoyed New Year's the way other people can... but it's just just a hollow echo of the empty space in my arms for yet another year.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
What's the over/under on when a Trump Supporter tries to buy something with this and has a hissy fit when it's not accepted as Legal Tender?
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social)
This week is sort of like the "taint" of the annual calendar.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social)
It's about time to post one of my brief forays into the visual arts; I long ago realized I paint better pictures with words, but this doesn't suck much. Uh, I mean, Happy Holidays?
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Never given or returned in any severance packages, which ranged from 1 week salary for every year worked (13) to "What 2 weeks? No, get out and also we're not paying out your unused vacation."
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Pretty sure I used to have one of those. It was either stolen or hidden during several tours of duty in Corporate America. I'm currently operating on Soul Fumes... I *think* I remember what having one was like.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Off to the hospital and the dentist for a swallowed tongue and all of my upper teeth turned sideways.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
I think that might be topped by taking a sip and finding out that it's gone completely flat. At least water is mostly tasteless. Flat soda makes you wonder why it's even salvageable with carbonation.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
I've been thinking about this for 2 days and realize I only have myself to blame. π€ͺ
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
If Junior really has dumpity-dumped her, could this be some kind of "keep your yap shut about what you saw" trade off?
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
And somehow NEVER enough of *these*:
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R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
While some may prefer it, I suggest you maybe *not* wear a skirt while soapboxing. π€ͺ
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Lucky for us, you look *good* on a soapbox.
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R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
No fair peeking ahead at future episodes before the series is canceled!
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
I hate going to bed with empty arms. *sigh*
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Did anyone ever wonder if when Marcie grew up she started using her middle name "Velma"?
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
I meant that you posted the Hamill thing and realized after that he's on the site and could be notified. It played out a lot funnier in my head. Clearly brain is too fried after 2 days of putting up inflatables and outside Christmas decorations for a subdivision contest I won't win. π€ͺ
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Realized too late the tight spot you put yourself in? Story of my life.
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R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
So I stand a better chance if I invite you over for late night Bourbon BBQ sausages and Cheese Dip Crackers?
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Using "cooking" is fine. If you were "smoking" your own turkey, then inquiring minds might wander.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Isn't "narcoterrorism" sleepwalking with firecrackers?
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
I know who always gets the blame.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
I think I still have the mostly full bottle from around 1995.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Your "glass of wine" post seems to have gotten more "likes" than the first ones in this comment topic. I think that's the point where we all seem to have something in common.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Might be one of the first times I haven't minded AI portraits. π€ͺπ
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
I guess by not dating them like they... *think* they deserve?
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
I kinda like it when you feel joy.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
How do you expect him to earn revenue from said venture? Why would he buy MSNBC otherwise?
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Volunteers for the "Someone To Send Pics To" list incoming...
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
π²π₯Ίπ¦ So jealous.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Including lights and ornaments?
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Oh. Oh dear. That's just... π€π¬
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
You probably deserve more than your fair share of outrageous at this point, so kudos for scoring this one. Glad you're not dead; wish I could do more to help with the experience. π€π
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
You have to remember to LEAD with the *big ask* - although M. Hamill is pretty big.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqXi...
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
I would find nothing in the mirror interesting enough for it to be anything else. π
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm good as long as I have a bottle of Windex to clean the mirror after.
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R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
I just got here. Was I supposed to be doing this? I never got the memo!
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
I mean, at least there's a list there all in one place. Oops, I blocked through the list before I blocked him and he got in one reply but it was humorously dumb, so it could be worse.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Le *Sigh*
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R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
The REAL question is - do you actually do that one important thing or is it still left over at the end of the day??
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Names may be barely reworded or satirized to protect my feigned ignorance.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Surprise. YOU matter. You've been contacted.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
See, now THAT is something you could put on a T-shirt. Brand Marketing FTW!
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
We live in an era that no longer teaches cursive and communicates with a letter-limit that promotes shortcuts. I no u no wut I mean. *Le Sigh* π€
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social)
Once upon a time, Star Wars fans actually *loved* Star Wars. We even offered what measly Geek Knowledge we could to authors. These are the two novels where I got a mention in the acknowledgements (and had the character Arly Bron named after me). @mikebeidler.bsky.social knows what I'm talking about.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
So then you're ready for the amulet.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
What part of yourself are you tasting!?!
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
They're mad and violent when they lose. They're mad and arrogant when they win. I grew up "on the right" (result of having GOP parents) - it was *never* like this.
R. Lee Brown, Storyteller π¬ (@rleebrown.bsky.social) reply parent
Oh no - did someone turn "Joe" into a verb and no one told me!?!?