English Lessons

sell out

Author: Ebaby!

“Sell out? I’ve sold out every gig I’ve ever done.”

- Sex Pistols singer Johnny Rotten doesn’t care what you think about his career choices. (Harp Magazine)

fruitcake

Author: Ebaby!

“There was one painting critic…he’s a bit of an old fruitcake, but he said I shouldn’t be allowed to [paint]. But I don’t really listen to him.”

- Former Beatle Paul McCartney on the response to his attempts at painting. (Reader’s Digest)

Savor the Flavor

Author: Ebaby!

It’s on your mind now, isn’t it? Your stomach is growling, your mouth is wet. You’re sitting in front of your computer,...

portal, altar, guilt, gleaming, licking your chops, binge, pie hole, dig in, couch potato, summon

Beren Marni

Livin' at Home

Author: Ebaby!

When angry, American fathers commonly shout, “As soon as you’re 18, you’re on your own!” Being 18 in the USA mean...

stigma, a bunch, huge thing, look down on, legal adult, on your own, frowned upon, taboo, elderly, failure

spotty

Author: Ebaby!

“Valentino was very, very young when so much of the book took place. His memories were spotty.”

- Writer Dave Eggers on his source for his book, What is the What. (Entertainment Weekly)