Sometimes you just need to write something for the computer geeks in your life. That time came with the writing of “A Grumpy Companion.” Let’s unpack. Oscar Miner Poor Oscar. In many ways he’s an “everygeek.” — a poor computer tech who doesn’t understand why users just can’t understand how intuitive computers really are. Once…
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Fiction Tuesday – A Grumpy Companion
Today’s blog continues my long-neglected satirical fantasy, In The Land of the Penny Gnomes “Will, this is the Firewall tech assigned to our group,” said Nobody as he stepped aside to reveal a sullen dwarf. “Oscar Miner. He’s come all the way from Redmine, isn’t that interesting?” “Sure, Professor,” Will grinned as he offered his…
Unpacking Briefed
Here is where the fun begins! The pieces have all been moved into place, the crisis has been revealed, and the group is about to head off on their quest. Let’s unpack. General Isme I hope someone has figured this out. The General’s name is a lame pun, “The General is me.” Sorry. I was…
Fiction Tuesday – Briefed
Today’s blog continues my long-neglected satirical fantasy, In The Land of the Penny Gnomes “So you’re the prophet,” said the general as he shook Will’s hand. He was a tall Wizard with grey eyes and matching hair. Dressed in his combat uniform, he was an imposing figure. “Uh, yah. I guess,” the teen responded. Isme…
Unpacking In Transit
I realized I had to give a bit of a glimpse into the turmoil into which the recent attack threw The Empty Throne. So that’s what this week covered. We’ll meet the General next week. Let’s unpack. Increased security The Realm’s security was rather lax prior to the detonation, even though the nation was at…
Fiction Tuesday – In Transit
Today’s blog continues my long-neglected satirical fantasy, In The Land of the Penny Gnomes After Will had stretched his cramped legs, showered, and dressed Sills marched the group to the hospital lobby, where they waited for their transport. Nobody was left where Bug had laid him, snoring happily. “Will, just to warn you, there’s a…
