I like this guy!! He should be running the Senate instead of being in the House.
I'll contribute to his presidential run!!
Read the Article at HuffingtonPost
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Grayson Calls Linda Robertson A "K Street Whore"
I like this guy!! He should be running the Senate instead of being in the House.
I'll contribute to his presidential run!!
Read the Article at HuffingtonPost
This Week's Unexpected Analyst's Failures
Every week brings results that were totally unexpected by our Country's sterling analysts.
In other words, week after week, issue after issue, experts and pundits are always wrong. It's not wonder our financial situation is in such disarray.
Here's just one example so far this week (and it's only Tuesday):
Every week brings results that were totally unexpected by our Country's sterling analysts.
In other words, week after week, issue after issue, experts and pundits are always wrong. It's not wonder our financial situation is in such disarray.
Here's just one example so far this week (and it's only Tuesday):
CHICAGO – Consumer's confidence about the U.S. economy fell unexpectedly in October as job prospects remained bleak, a private research group said Tuesday, fueling speculation that an already gloomy holiday shopping forecast could worsen.
The Consumer Confidence Index, released by The Conference Board, sank unexpectedly to 47.7 in October — its second-lowest recording since May.
Wall Street analysts predicted a reading of 53.1.*
A reading above 90 means the economy is on solid footing. Above 100 signals strong growth.
*See that part about Wall Street analysts? Wrong again? And we bailed these fools out?
Monday, October 26, 2009
Finally Saw "Wicked" is SF
Took many months but we finally saw the show. An amazing production. Great light fx, funny, bright and loud! I can see why people want to see it more than once!!
Dinner at Luna Cafe afterwards... Valencia Street is really becoming a hot neighborhood between 18th and 24th streets...
Friday, October 23, 2009
Important News and Technological Breakthrough!
Apple announced today that it has developed a breast implant that can store and play music.
The iBoob will cost from $499 to $699, depending on cup and speaker size.
This is considered a major social breakthrough, because women are always complaining about men staring at their breasts and not listening to them.
(Add cymbal crash)
Apple announced today that it has developed a breast implant that can store and play music.
The iBoob will cost from $499 to $699, depending on cup and speaker size.
This is considered a major social breakthrough, because women are always complaining about men staring at their breasts and not listening to them.
(Add cymbal crash)
GOP Favorability Rating The Worst Since Clinton Impeachment
Sweet.
And all this despite Faux's desperate, 24/7 push of the GOP brand,
Fail!!
Read the Article at HuffingtonPost
Don Young Part Of FBI Investigation On Bribery Charges
Apparently there are no GOP Congress folks who aren't under investigation for corruption.
Surprise, surprise.
Read the Article at HuffingtonPost
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Some Fun Photos at this site:
Sometimes I run across things so original that I have no choice but to share them.
Got this link from Huffington Post:
http://www.xmarkjenkinsx.com/outside.html
Sometimes I run across things so original that I have no choice but to share them.
Got this link from Huffington Post:
http://www.xmarkjenkinsx.com/outside.html
Monday, October 19, 2009
Busy Week, Thanks to Bioneers Conference
Worked at the annual Bioneers event in San Rafael last week, thru Sunday night. Very educational and inspiring. Plus good, free coffee each morning thanks to Cafe Mam from Eugene, OR. I bought their Bioneers Blend, Cafe Mocho and Royal Espresso... since I only see them once a year.
Got a few photos, weather was no cooperative the first few days...
Photos taken with my iPhone.
Official coffee of the Bioneers event. Love their Cafe Mocho blend.
Lots of music around as well.
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Excellent Example of MSM's Failure:
This blog post speaks to something that really annoys me: false equivalency. Lazy reporters think they have done their job if they mention two sides of a story, as if they were equal. Right wing hate has never been matched by progressive anger or disgust. Facts are very clear about that.
But media tools like Gregory, in the story, can't be bothered to do any real research or present any viewpoint that might upset the apple cart and jeopardize his income.
Read this from FireDogLake:
http://seminal.firedoglake.com/diary/8930
This blog post speaks to something that really annoys me: false equivalency. Lazy reporters think they have done their job if they mention two sides of a story, as if they were equal. Right wing hate has never been matched by progressive anger or disgust. Facts are very clear about that.
But media tools like Gregory, in the story, can't be bothered to do any real research or present any viewpoint that might upset the apple cart and jeopardize his income.
Read this from FireDogLake:
http://seminal.firedoglake.com/diary/8930
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Discovering "South A St. Arts District" in Santa Rosa!
Jeremiah's Photo Corner is an anchor business in this new, growing artistic neighborhood.
Jeremiah himself continuing the restoration work in his new business location. He has a long background in photo equipment retail as well as being an accomplished photographer himself.
An essential ingredient in any good neighborhood is a great breakfast place, which South A has: the Cook House, known for large omelets and tasty coffee.
Art galleries make up a large part of the neighborhood, especially busy during the Art Trails weekends.
This neighborhood is located on South A street, centered around Sebastopol Ave., a few blocks south of Santa Rosa Plaza and very near Dierk's Parkside Cafe, another one of my fave breakfast spots.
Jeremiah's store can be found at: www.jeremiahsphotocorner.com
Jeremiah's Photo Corner is an anchor business in this new, growing artistic neighborhood.
Jeremiah himself continuing the restoration work in his new business location. He has a long background in photo equipment retail as well as being an accomplished photographer himself.
An essential ingredient in any good neighborhood is a great breakfast place, which South A has: the Cook House, known for large omelets and tasty coffee.
Art galleries make up a large part of the neighborhood, especially busy during the Art Trails weekends.
This neighborhood is located on South A street, centered around Sebastopol Ave., a few blocks south of Santa Rosa Plaza and very near Dierk's Parkside Cafe, another one of my fave breakfast spots.
Jeremiah's store can be found at: www.jeremiahsphotocorner.com
Friday, October 09, 2009
Railroad Regatta Fun in Photos!
Despite the heat, the Regatta and Hand Car Races held in Railroad Square, Santa Rosa was a lot of fun and an exciting display of creativity.
Some photos to illustrate my point:
Entry after the race...
Waiting for the starting gun.
Bicycle and hand powered:
Cupcake cars are battery powered:
Daddys provide the power:
Despite the heat, the Regatta and Hand Car Races held in Railroad Square, Santa Rosa was a lot of fun and an exciting display of creativity.
Some photos to illustrate my point:
Entry after the race...
Waiting for the starting gun.
Bicycle and hand powered:
Cupcake cars are battery powered:
Daddys provide the power:
Monday, September 28, 2009
Railroad Regatta In Santa Rosa A Real Hoot!
Despite the record heat, great fun.. photos to follow!
This guy had a great start but ran off the rails almost immediately. He did eventually make it across the finish.
Looks like their fan lost a part, but at least they crossed the finish line. Notice the lade with the broom to clear the tracks. Temps were in the hi 90's Sunday!!
Not sure how this is going to work, but it was a true hand car... you can see the pump action handles above.
Daddy powered rides!! Straight from Burning Man I bet!!
Afterwards, we cooled off at the Russian River Brewery with a couple pints of Blind Pig IPA, easily one of the best beers in the country.
Despite the record heat, great fun.. photos to follow!
This guy had a great start but ran off the rails almost immediately. He did eventually make it across the finish.
Looks like their fan lost a part, but at least they crossed the finish line. Notice the lade with the broom to clear the tracks. Temps were in the hi 90's Sunday!!
Not sure how this is going to work, but it was a true hand car... you can see the pump action handles above.
Daddy powered rides!! Straight from Burning Man I bet!!
Afterwards, we cooled off at the Russian River Brewery with a couple pints of Blind Pig IPA, easily one of the best beers in the country.
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Great Breakfast Place in Newport, OR
We ate at Cafe Stephanie two mornings in a row, the second with chums Jim and Nikki Broadwell, down from Portland to meet us, who loved the food as well. They start the breakfast with scones brought to the table and they are quite good. We had sunny weather so eating outside was a special treat. We highly recommend the place and if ever back in the Newport area, will certainly head there again for breakfast... maybe lunch too!
We stayed at the Shiloh Inn, which we also highly recommend. We had pets so were restricted to one building but it was on the beach with great views and they have free cookies and coffee 24/7.
We ate at Cafe Stephanie two mornings in a row, the second with chums Jim and Nikki Broadwell, down from Portland to meet us, who loved the food as well. They start the breakfast with scones brought to the table and they are quite good. We had sunny weather so eating outside was a special treat. We highly recommend the place and if ever back in the Newport area, will certainly head there again for breakfast... maybe lunch too!
We stayed at the Shiloh Inn, which we also highly recommend. We had pets so were restricted to one building but it was on the beach with great views and they have free cookies and coffee 24/7.
Third Wedding Anniversary
Yes, it came and went. Sept 22 to be exact. We chose this year to eat the remains of our ceremonial wedding donut from our celebration at VooDoo Donuts in Portland OR.
http://www.voodoodoughnut.com/
Pix of the event and the prestigious donut below.
BTW, we finished it off with a bottle of Korbel Naturale, one of our fave sparklers.
Toasted Coconut as I recall. Delicious. When in Portland, visit them.
Yes, it came and went. Sept 22 to be exact. We chose this year to eat the remains of our ceremonial wedding donut from our celebration at VooDoo Donuts in Portland OR.
http://www.voodoodoughnut.com/
Pix of the event and the prestigious donut below.
BTW, we finished it off with a bottle of Korbel Naturale, one of our fave sparklers.
Toasted Coconut as I recall. Delicious. When in Portland, visit them.
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Oregon Coast Adventures!Back from our trek (with the doggies) along the central Oregon coast, our first visit, and I have lots of photos to pass along and some recommendations for places to eat and stay, all coming in the next few days.
Meanwhile, a couple highlights:
Newport was worth the visit for many reasons, among them
Rogue Brewery, a beer drinker's paradise.
Fries from Local Ocean Restaurant, which Kay maintains are the best she has ever eatenA real fishing harbor
A great spot for Breakfast, Stephanie's Cafe
And of course, lighthouses, this on at Yaquina Head
All photos taken with my Nikon Coolpix 5700, a true work horse of a cam
era.And speaking of cameras, here's a favorite photo location near Bandon, OR:
Friday, September 18, 2009
Monday, September 14, 2009
The Erratic Joe Wilson's Shameful Record on Troops and Veterans
Joe Wilson: one good reason not to move to SC or even spend any more money there.
Read the Article at HuffingtonPost
Read the Article at HuffingtonPost
Friday, September 04, 2009
Optiver Accused Of Oil Price Manipulation By CFTC
What? Oil prices manipulated for speculators profits??
Who knew? This story should be watched and followed up on.
Read the Article at HuffingtonPost
Wednesday, September 02, 2009
Another Reason I Don't Live in GA
STONE MOUNTAIN, Ga. — Police say a 61-year-old man annoyed with a crying 2-year-old girl at a suburban Atlanta Walmart slapped the child several times after warning the toddler's mother to keep her quiet.
A police report says after the stranger hit the girl at least four times, he said: "See, I told you I would shut her up."
Roger Stephens of Stone Mountain is charged with felony cruelty to children. It was unclear if he had an attorney and a telephone call to his home Wednesday was unanswered.
Authorities say the girl and her mother were shopping Monday when the toddler began crying. The police report says Stephens approached the mother and said, "If you don't shut that baby up, I will shut her up for you."
Authorities say Stephens then grabbed the 2-year-old and slapped her. The child began screaming and Stephens was arrested. Police say an examination showed the girl's face was slightly red.
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