Monthly Archives: November 2011

How Long Will “Hackerazzi” Last?

Posted on November 28, 2011 by lexiekahn

The sun was sinking, leaving a smudge on the horizon like the remains of a strawberry-mango daiquiri on the rim of a glass. De Sica still had on those shades. “Colbert isn’t the only one. Real TV reporters and even … Continue reading →

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Are All Sophisticates Phonies?

Posted on November 21, 2011 by lexiekahn

“I know there’s something else on your mind,” I told de Sica, rattling the ice in my drink with the straw, “but before we get off the topic of portmanteau words, I want to clear something up.” “OK.” “It’s this: … Continue reading →

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Stephen Colbert: Portmanteautally Awesome

Posted on November 15, 2011 by lexiekahn

De Sica brought me another icy drink. I had a feeling he was avoiding something, the way he kept bringing up new questions. He looked like a cool customer in his Canadian tuxedo and those shades he still had on. … Continue reading →

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The Word Detective Checks into “Motel” and Finds “Smog” and “Brunch”

Posted on November 3, 2011 by lexiekahn

“One more thing before we get down to why I came here,” said de Sica. “Shoot,” I said, crossing my legs and flicking a toe in his direction. He took note of my stilettos. “Odd footwear for a gumshoe.” “Words … Continue reading →

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