PinnedMichael MaloneLUKE WARM WATER“I’m leaving for the day,” Robert shouted into the depths of a big hollowed-out tree.Jan 8Jan 8
Michael MaloneLove You, Miss You, Mean It (But Mostly Miss You)There’s this slow drift happening…16h ago16h ago
Michael MaloneHow to Make Friends and Influence NobodyStep one: Arrive early to the party, so early that the host hasn’t even put the chips out yet. You’re trying to be polite, but now you’re…1d ago1d ago
Michael MaloneBeyond the SwipeIn the grand theater of modern love, dating apps are the main stage, and tonight, you’re starring in yet another tragicomic production…Jul 7Jul 7
Michael MaloneHappy Independence DayIt’s the Fourth of July, and you’re going on a first date. Your friends, always the naysayers, tried to tell you how weird that was, but…Jul 4Jul 4
Michael MaloneLife JacketI recently found myself on a podcast about self-help, which is ironic given my penchant for finding the bleak humor in everything. The…Jun 30Jun 30
Michael MaloneMy New Hiking BuddyI recently started hiking a new trail, and every time I drag myself to the top of one of the big lookouts, I encounter the same lizard. I…Jun 29Jun 29
Michael MaloneThe MilkmanFor a long time, I was a lighthouse for grief. Ships packed to the brim with coulda, woulda, shoulda would dock at my shore, seeking…Jun 29Jun 29
