Turkey On The Hill - The Joe Craig Blog

Joe Craig, author, screenwriter, musician and creator of the 'Jimmy Coates' series, gives you his news and thoughts. All incredibly important.

Thursday, November 25, 2004

I've just seen a patch of dust I missed.

I hereby relinquish my crown. I never was the world's greatest duster.

ranted at 6:55 PM

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