The Terrierist
@johntcross.bsky.social
Retired law school professor/dog and cat lover/unflagging (at times insufferable) optimist who suffers from occasional bouts of cynicism/currently residing in Malta
Thank you Morgan!
January 9, 2026 at 4:24 PM
Thank you Morgan!
I for one fear the carnage and mayhem that will ensue when this dam finally bursts.
December 23, 2025 at 7:21 AM
I for one fear the carnage and mayhem that will ensue when this dam finally bursts.
Is this like the thing we’ve been hearing about where the bad parts are redacted?!
December 22, 2025 at 7:16 AM
Is this like the thing we’ve been hearing about where the bad parts are redacted?!
Three days in a row? Perhaps we need to have this certified by an independent auditor.
December 19, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Three days in a row? Perhaps we need to have this certified by an independent auditor.
I always appreciate your Monday posts!
November 24, 2025 at 2:36 PM
I always appreciate your Monday posts!
Why do we always come to these brilliant conclusions AFTER the fact?
September 15, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Why do we always come to these brilliant conclusions AFTER the fact?
And welcome (from a Duluther)!
July 27, 2025 at 8:34 PM
And welcome (from a Duluther)!
You have my heartfelt sympathy.
July 12, 2025 at 5:25 PM
You have my heartfelt sympathy.
According to the Times of Malta, Armed Forces Malta sent a patrol boat to put out the fire.
May 2, 2025 at 8:44 AM
According to the Times of Malta, Armed Forces Malta sent a patrol boat to put out the fire.
Seems the sand won.
April 27, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Seems the sand won.
I never quite knew what “resolute” looked like. From your picture now I do. Thanks!
March 3, 2025 at 9:47 PM
I never quite knew what “resolute” looked like. From your picture now I do. Thanks!
WHOA! OK … duly warned. I’ll not mess with you (except figuratively, as always).
February 27, 2025 at 12:28 AM
WHOA! OK … duly warned. I’ll not mess with you (except figuratively, as always).
You are definitely getting more mellow!
February 20, 2025 at 11:27 PM
You are definitely getting more mellow!
Wasn’t it just yesterday you posted a pottery slam bemoaning the sorry state of your life?
February 17, 2025 at 9:42 AM
Wasn’t it just yesterday you posted a pottery slam bemoaning the sorry state of your life?
Or at least 100% not spotted committing a crimb. But in the eyes of the law, it’s all the same!
February 17, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Or at least 100% not spotted committing a crimb. But in the eyes of the law, it’s all the same!
Is there a difference between Valingtimes Goode” and normal everyday goode? If so is the standard higher or lower? Either way, well played, Gonzo!
February 15, 2025 at 7:54 AM
Is there a difference between Valingtimes Goode” and normal everyday goode? If so is the standard higher or lower? Either way, well played, Gonzo!
(Sigh). Not the hellocobber shelve AGAIN?!?
February 14, 2025 at 7:46 AM
(Sigh). Not the hellocobber shelve AGAIN?!?
I’d hardly rate that a menase.
February 14, 2025 at 7:45 AM
I’d hardly rate that a menase.
Surprised that didn’t earn Ludo a serious reprimand from your slappers.
February 13, 2025 at 7:57 AM
Surprised that didn’t earn Ludo a serious reprimand from your slappers.
I’m sure those siblings deserved that menasing. You surely can’t be held responsible for that.
February 12, 2025 at 2:35 PM
I’m sure those siblings deserved that menasing. You surely can’t be held responsible for that.
Whoa! Grate (as compared to merely goode) sets the bar even higher. Sure you’re up to that, sir?
February 11, 2025 at 6:50 AM
Whoa! Grate (as compared to merely goode) sets the bar even higher. Sure you’re up to that, sir?
Gonzo, a group of your most ardent fans has convened and decided it’s time for an intervention. We’re going to build a fence around that accursed hellocobber shelve.
February 10, 2025 at 6:33 AM
Gonzo, a group of your most ardent fans has convened and decided it’s time for an intervention. We’re going to build a fence around that accursed hellocobber shelve.
Of course we can teach without grading. I’d guess 80% of what we academics do involves just that. But we also grant degrees. To maintain standards, grading is a necessary evil.
Not entirely responsive to what I think was your true sentiment, but oh well!
Not entirely responsive to what I think was your true sentiment, but oh well!
February 9, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Of course we can teach without grading. I’d guess 80% of what we academics do involves just that. But we also grant degrees. To maintain standards, grading is a necessary evil.
Not entirely responsive to what I think was your true sentiment, but oh well!
Not entirely responsive to what I think was your true sentiment, but oh well!