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Ten statements that demonstrate how confusing it is to live in the year 2015

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“Boy, I sure wish it would rain in Vancouver.”

“I wonder what will happen in the new season of Twin Peaks.”

“Have you listened to Hilary Duff’s new album? It’s pretty good.”

“If only BC was like Alberta and had a majority NDP government.”

“My favourite show on television is probably that prequel to Silence of the Lambs.”

“Did you see Donald Trump’s presidential campaign announcement?”

“I just couldn’t get into this season of True Detective.”                        

“You’re right. Pluto has been in the news a lot lately.”

“Do you want to go see that Ant-Man movie this weekend?”

“I love Mike Tyson’s new show. It’s so quirky!”

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