You do know you are the best, yes? Well, you and Walter Kirn. And my husband of nearly 45 years. He really is first on this list. I only have a select few subscriptions and yours is my favorite. I have had a couple of chit chats with other commenters, and for some reason, it is exciting! I agree, you have the best set of commenters and I have no hesitation chiming in, without fear of being gnashed to pieces for some innocent remark. Thank you for that and your wonderful writing style. Merry Christmas and enjoy your family and music! You are one good dude.
Dec 23, 2022·edited Dec 23, 2022Liked by Matt Labash
"But a Slack Tide subscription is like eating tacos all year-..."
Holy Guacamole, that's a lot of tacos!! Taco Bell's probably gonna' be pissed at your cutting into their business like this. I expect repercussions may be in the offing. Might want to set a few subscriptions' worth aside for a good lawyer, just in case. I hear those unfair business practice lawsuits can get a little pricey.
And what about heartburn? Any guarantees against heartburn?
Actually, I've been gnawing on this rag for over a year now and have found it to be remarkably heartburn-free, though it's been known to produce a little bit of heat on occasion. But nothing that a good slug of 90 Proof couldn't douse in pretty short order.
Merry Christmas to you and all of your family, Matt. I'm sure they'll much appreciate a break from the basement. And the best to you and all of them in the coming year.
And to all those here, some of whom I've come to think of as 'friends' over the past year, for whatever reasons you may celebrate at this time of year, may you be blessed with peace and happiness, and the warmth and joy of all those you love, and who love you in return.
OK...this is contrarian. But I've been calling my best friends and telling them that I lost a bet and had to run around the block in my underwear and flip flops. Wouldn't you know the temperature is 0° and the wind chill is about -20. I told them to call immediately. I've not heard from any of them. I have no friends.
Matt- I’ve really enjoyed my subscription this year, and I think Santa has seen fit to renew me for another year. Thanks for the wide range of topics, and for the A-game that your readers typically bring in the comments.
For you and you readers, I hope you all have a Merry Christmas, (or Happy Holidays if you are a spiritual free agent).
Socks rule as a Christmas gift. Much better than something I won't use.
My late brother was a huge REK fan. I had heard of him, but wasn't as obsessed as he was. We played a bunch of his songs at the wake, after singing all 6 verses of Amazing Grace at the funeral.
Merry Christmas to all. Hoping for a better New Year, without meteor strikes.
Merry Christmas, Matt (and editor). The Robert Earl Keen clip reminds me of a story. A former boss was a part time songwriter who once, he said, harbored a desire to go full time. He signed up for a singer-songwriter competition in Austin and, in his telling, absolutely nailed his best song. He was followed by a then-unknown Robert Earl Keen. He immediately unharbored his desire to go full-time.
Matt, a tip of the hat today to Norman McLean, who would have been 120 today (December 23rd). He sure knew his way around fire and water and brought life to life and death.
A very humorous piece, as always. I see below that someone is looking for socks. I want to add my request for fruit cake, but only if coming from Collins Bakery in Texas. I love their fruit cake, and it is the only thing worthwhile coming from Texas except for the immigrants they are sending to various states to help us with a labor shortage. If by chance, you are not a fan of fruitcake, I will forgive you. We all make bad decisions on occasion. Of course, fruit cake could be the cause of that 75 pounds I can't seem to lose, or it could be the eggnog laced with Jim Beam bourbon - take your pick.
I must have missed that report from the surgeon general about the anti-inflammatory aspects of this newsletter, but it certainly has brought joy to my reading. I am one of the few people who read during the week between Christmas and New years. Since I celebrate neither holiday, I have plenty of time for reading and other nutritious diversions.
You're correct about silence, as it is the only way to clarify one's thoughts. Have an enjoyable holiday.
If anyone gets any Merino wool socks and turns their nose up...my address is available upon request. (Here's hoping that everyone realizes I'm not flauting rules or doing this for any commercial enterprise. It's a wink and a nod to Merino wool being highly prized by me...especially, but not limited to this time of year.)
I’m looking forward to your New Year oldletter since I’m pretty sure I’m a Three-Percenter. Meanwhile, I hope you take the No Math Pledge—your calculations knocked me so far off my game that I nearly forgot to buy a gift sub.
Feel kind of dumb to ask this, but I was interested in the Group Subscription for my brothers and sisters, who I know would love to read your pieces. When I clicked on that option, I couldn't find a group subscription option? Any advice?
I’m a better and smarter person for the $5 I spend monthly for your screeds, and for that I am thankful. I can only hope my presence here has done the same for others, in spite of my preference for the trolling variety of fishing and my affinity for Fireball. Peace and blessings for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all. 🙏🏻
This girl can't resist a good sale! Thanks Matt!
You do know you are the best, yes? Well, you and Walter Kirn. And my husband of nearly 45 years. He really is first on this list. I only have a select few subscriptions and yours is my favorite. I have had a couple of chit chats with other commenters, and for some reason, it is exciting! I agree, you have the best set of commenters and I have no hesitation chiming in, without fear of being gnashed to pieces for some innocent remark. Thank you for that and your wonderful writing style. Merry Christmas and enjoy your family and music! You are one good dude.
Happy Holidays to Matt and all of his Slack Tide gang!!
Hey Matt. Can a monthly subscriber like get take advantage of you $30/yr special? If so, how?
Merry Christmas 🎁
A little cold water trout fishing sure would inspire some brain neurons.🐟
"But a Slack Tide subscription is like eating tacos all year-..."
Holy Guacamole, that's a lot of tacos!! Taco Bell's probably gonna' be pissed at your cutting into their business like this. I expect repercussions may be in the offing. Might want to set a few subscriptions' worth aside for a good lawyer, just in case. I hear those unfair business practice lawsuits can get a little pricey.
And what about heartburn? Any guarantees against heartburn?
Actually, I've been gnawing on this rag for over a year now and have found it to be remarkably heartburn-free, though it's been known to produce a little bit of heat on occasion. But nothing that a good slug of 90 Proof couldn't douse in pretty short order.
Merry Christmas to you and all of your family, Matt. I'm sure they'll much appreciate a break from the basement. And the best to you and all of them in the coming year.
And to all those here, some of whom I've come to think of as 'friends' over the past year, for whatever reasons you may celebrate at this time of year, may you be blessed with peace and happiness, and the warmth and joy of all those you love, and who love you in return.
OK...this is contrarian. But I've been calling my best friends and telling them that I lost a bet and had to run around the block in my underwear and flip flops. Wouldn't you know the temperature is 0° and the wind chill is about -20. I told them to call immediately. I've not heard from any of them. I have no friends.
Matt- I’ve really enjoyed my subscription this year, and I think Santa has seen fit to renew me for another year. Thanks for the wide range of topics, and for the A-game that your readers typically bring in the comments.
For you and you readers, I hope you all have a Merry Christmas, (or Happy Holidays if you are a spiritual free agent).
Socks rule as a Christmas gift. Much better than something I won't use.
My late brother was a huge REK fan. I had heard of him, but wasn't as obsessed as he was. We played a bunch of his songs at the wake, after singing all 6 verses of Amazing Grace at the funeral.
Merry Christmas to all. Hoping for a better New Year, without meteor strikes.
Merry Christmas, Matt (and editor). The Robert Earl Keen clip reminds me of a story. A former boss was a part time songwriter who once, he said, harbored a desire to go full time. He signed up for a singer-songwriter competition in Austin and, in his telling, absolutely nailed his best song. He was followed by a then-unknown Robert Earl Keen. He immediately unharbored his desire to go full-time.
Matt, a tip of the hat today to Norman McLean, who would have been 120 today (December 23rd). He sure knew his way around fire and water and brought life to life and death.
A very humorous piece, as always. I see below that someone is looking for socks. I want to add my request for fruit cake, but only if coming from Collins Bakery in Texas. I love their fruit cake, and it is the only thing worthwhile coming from Texas except for the immigrants they are sending to various states to help us with a labor shortage. If by chance, you are not a fan of fruitcake, I will forgive you. We all make bad decisions on occasion. Of course, fruit cake could be the cause of that 75 pounds I can't seem to lose, or it could be the eggnog laced with Jim Beam bourbon - take your pick.
I must have missed that report from the surgeon general about the anti-inflammatory aspects of this newsletter, but it certainly has brought joy to my reading. I am one of the few people who read during the week between Christmas and New years. Since I celebrate neither holiday, I have plenty of time for reading and other nutritious diversions.
You're correct about silence, as it is the only way to clarify one's thoughts. Have an enjoyable holiday.
If anyone gets any Merino wool socks and turns their nose up...my address is available upon request. (Here's hoping that everyone realizes I'm not flauting rules or doing this for any commercial enterprise. It's a wink and a nod to Merino wool being highly prized by me...especially, but not limited to this time of year.)
I’m looking forward to your New Year oldletter since I’m pretty sure I’m a Three-Percenter. Meanwhile, I hope you take the No Math Pledge—your calculations knocked me so far off my game that I nearly forgot to buy a gift sub.
Feel kind of dumb to ask this, but I was interested in the Group Subscription for my brothers and sisters, who I know would love to read your pieces. When I clicked on that option, I couldn't find a group subscription option? Any advice?
I’m a better and smarter person for the $5 I spend monthly for your screeds, and for that I am thankful. I can only hope my presence here has done the same for others, in spite of my preference for the trolling variety of fishing and my affinity for Fireball. Peace and blessings for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all. 🙏🏻