I’ve basically given up on the bar scene. Even coffee shops have gotten far too trendy and chic. There’s no atmosphere, no personality, no reflection of the local neighborhood and people or local music. (Or if there is local music, it’s just whiny college-age emos with 5 chords and mommy issues.)

I’ve resigned myself to my porch, my choice of beer or coffee, my choice of music and pipe tobacco, and my serious lack of friends. Oh well…