Category Archives: bitterness

When the FDA banned tryptophan in 1990, it did not get around to restricting tryptophan’s metabolite 5-hydroxy-tryptophan. Since learning that a few weeks ago, I’ve been experimentally taking it; it seems to give my mood a floor. Today, though, I … Continue reading →

I resent Halloween: it’s so close to my birthday that I long ago gave up trying to compete with all the parties going on then. I don’t announce my exact birthdate; that way I tell myself I’ll be less disappointed … Continue reading →

Have I mentioned lately that I hate applying for jobs? They ask you to send a résumé. Then once they have it, they call you back and ask, “So what kind of position are you looking for?” because somehow their … Continue reading →

I’m not gonna bore my readers by moaning about depression and solitude. I’m not . . . .

Had a job interview today. Filled out yet another tedious application, waited another ten minutes, and quickly learned that what they want ain’t me. I get so tired sometimes.