Letter to Steve Martin

After watching L.A. Story and finding numerous parallels between Steve Martin’s character and myself, I decided to write him a letter. I’d always been a big fan, and I thought that a personal story might be a good way to connect with him. On his web site, it says that letters to him should be filled with tons of praise, so I crafted my letter accordingly. (more…)

The Day I Won a Car

When I was younger, one of my favorite ways to pass the time was entering contests and sweepstakes. I entered every contest I could find in magazines and newspapers. Whenever we got those Publishers Clearing House letters from Ed McMahon, I’d dutifully fill them out and send them off. In stores, I’d always fill out raffle forms. Then I’d promptly forget about them. I never won anything except more junk mail. (more…)