Neal Bortz received an email from a listener saying that she was a single mom and that Hillary inspired the same fear in her as does her baby's green poo at 3:00 O'clock in the morning.
Interesting metaphor.
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Friday, June 22, 2007
Inuit throat-singing
When I am having trouble sleeping I sometimes go on the computer and browse blogs. I always find it interesting to see what people have to share. Often one link leads to another taking me on a cultural adventure.
Tonight I followed a blogger's link to The Smithsonian's version of iTunes, Smithsonian Global Sound. Browsing that site led to an Inuit throat-singing demonstration by two young women. Sorry I cannot link you directly to their demonstration but if you scroll down the site to the American Indian section you will find them.
I liked the way they enjoyed demonstrating a part of their culture and their costumes. That prompted me to Google "Inuit throat singing" which revealed a Mongolian connection. And, this blog contains a variety of interesting vocal excerpts of throat singing.
Tonight I followed a blogger's link to The Smithsonian's version of iTunes, Smithsonian Global Sound. Browsing that site led to an Inuit throat-singing demonstration by two young women. Sorry I cannot link you directly to their demonstration but if you scroll down the site to the American Indian section you will find them.
I liked the way they enjoyed demonstrating a part of their culture and their costumes. That prompted me to Google "Inuit throat singing" which revealed a Mongolian connection. And, this blog contains a variety of interesting vocal excerpts of throat singing.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Toys from China
The June 18th New York Times has an article about toys from China. It starts out: "China manufactured every one of the 24 kinds of toys recalled for safety reasons in the United States so far this year, including the enormously popular Thomas & Friends wooden train sets, a record that is causing alarm among consumer advocates, parents and regulators."
That suggests to me that if I were buying a toy, any designated as coming from China would automatically be eliminated. I've got to watch out for my safety.
That suggests to me that if I were buying a toy, any designated as coming from China would automatically be eliminated. I've got to watch out for my safety.
Sunday, June 17, 2007
Pattern Blogging
WARNING: THE FOLLOWING BLOG HAS LITTLE OF INTEREST OR SUBSTANTIVE CONTENT. DON'T BLAME ME IF YOU WASTE YOUR TIME READING IT.
Pattern blogging is something like male pattern baldness. Blogs that occur in somewhat predictable patterns with occasional bald spots.
I've noted that I suffer from this syndrome as do many others. I suppose it occurs when we get busy with important things in life like walking the dog and taking the trash to the curb. I try to avoid too large a bald spot in my writings thus this useless blog.
Also, one of the reasons for the latest drought is that I am working on a blog that may have some real content. Of course it relates to politics and ranting about incompetence,etc. It has created a condition rather like constipation but I'll keep grunting and soon deluge my readers with fantastic drivel (hows that for a mental image).
Had a phone call the other evening. It was a young lady doing a survey (stress not selling anything), ok, I'm retired and decided to cooperate. Event though there were some questions about what I though of the local grocery, some politics, etc., it didn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that it was sponsord by Blue Cross/Blue Shield. One question that puzzled me was: "If you had a choice of any insurance company, what would it be?" I admit that is not something I lay awake wondering about. I gave a mental shrug but deciding not to confess my ignorance told her "Scott Adams."
A few mintues after completing the survey I had a call back by the supervisor of the young lady doing the survey. He wanted to just verify a couple questions. One was related to my age group, the other was the insurance company I most wanted - I repeated my answer, "Scott Adams." He thanked me and hung up. Now doesn't Scott Adams sound like an insurance company rather then the Dilbert Cartoonist?
I'm watching the US Open while writing this. Just saw a pro (Cabrera) hit a drive that went more then twice the distance I can drive a ball, 397 yards, that is huge.
I gave you a warning.
Pattern blogging is something like male pattern baldness. Blogs that occur in somewhat predictable patterns with occasional bald spots.
I've noted that I suffer from this syndrome as do many others. I suppose it occurs when we get busy with important things in life like walking the dog and taking the trash to the curb. I try to avoid too large a bald spot in my writings thus this useless blog.
Also, one of the reasons for the latest drought is that I am working on a blog that may have some real content. Of course it relates to politics and ranting about incompetence,etc. It has created a condition rather like constipation but I'll keep grunting and soon deluge my readers with fantastic drivel (hows that for a mental image).
Had a phone call the other evening. It was a young lady doing a survey (stress not selling anything), ok, I'm retired and decided to cooperate. Event though there were some questions about what I though of the local grocery, some politics, etc., it didn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that it was sponsord by Blue Cross/Blue Shield. One question that puzzled me was: "If you had a choice of any insurance company, what would it be?" I admit that is not something I lay awake wondering about. I gave a mental shrug but deciding not to confess my ignorance told her "Scott Adams."
A few mintues after completing the survey I had a call back by the supervisor of the young lady doing the survey. He wanted to just verify a couple questions. One was related to my age group, the other was the insurance company I most wanted - I repeated my answer, "Scott Adams." He thanked me and hung up. Now doesn't Scott Adams sound like an insurance company rather then the Dilbert Cartoonist?
I'm watching the US Open while writing this. Just saw a pro (Cabrera) hit a drive that went more then twice the distance I can drive a ball, 397 yards, that is huge.
I gave you a warning.
Sunday, June 10, 2007
Sun is Good for you!
Hey, see the latest medical thingy on the news. Now some researchers say we need to get some sunshine because it helps prevent cancer. They say everyone should get at least 15 minutes of sun each day.
What is funny is the skin doctors are upset about this. Just as they get people to cover up and stay out of the sun...these guys come along and screw it all up.
Scott Adams has it right in this post.
What is funny is the skin doctors are upset about this. Just as they get people to cover up and stay out of the sun...these guys come along and screw it all up.
Scott Adams has it right in this post.
Not All Fun and Games
Its been a rather trying past few days. People think we retirees have it easy but we really have to work at this. Thursday I played golf with a firend of mine here in St. James, and on Friday Hazel, Jason, Linda (a neighbor) and I took Drambuie out of a sail.
The sailing was superbly pleasant. Sunny and warm with winds ranging from 11 to 15 knots. That is a nice comfrotable sailing condition when out for a leisurely sail. I did put a reef in the main to keep the boat flatter and relaxed but it wasn't really needed. In the picture, we are headed back home on a downwind course - thus no heel - with Bald Head Island off to the right. Bald Head is a rather exclusive place that can only be reached via boat (regular ferry service from Southport). Haven't been there yet but plan to change that soon.
I was tired Saturday so just relaxed and didn't try to get anything done. So, today, being somewhat refreshed, Hazel and I went to the beach. It's a 20 minute drive from the house and we finally got there a little after 9 am. The tide was out and plenty of room.
We left the beach around 1:30 pm and there were a lot more people there. I used a zoom on the camera and it looks much more crowded then it is. I was trying to show it more crowded but succeeded better then I intended. There was still plenty of beach room and in the ocean. The water is warm now and we could swim for a half hour or more without getting cold.
Might have to relax tomorrow to recover from today.
The sailing was superbly pleasant. Sunny and warm with winds ranging from 11 to 15 knots. That is a nice comfrotable sailing condition when out for a leisurely sail. I did put a reef in the main to keep the boat flatter and relaxed but it wasn't really needed. In the picture, we are headed back home on a downwind course - thus no heel - with Bald Head Island off to the right. Bald Head is a rather exclusive place that can only be reached via boat (regular ferry service from Southport). Haven't been there yet but plan to change that soon.
I was tired Saturday so just relaxed and didn't try to get anything done. So, today, being somewhat refreshed, Hazel and I went to the beach. It's a 20 minute drive from the house and we finally got there a little after 9 am. The tide was out and plenty of room.
We left the beach around 1:30 pm and there were a lot more people there. I used a zoom on the camera and it looks much more crowded then it is. I was trying to show it more crowded but succeeded better then I intended. There was still plenty of beach room and in the ocean. The water is warm now and we could swim for a half hour or more without getting cold. 
Might have to relax tomorrow to recover from today.
Borrowed Post
I go through cycles like most on here - post several blogs and then have to recuperate from all that effort, puff, puff, puff (maybe its an age thing?). Anyway, that being the case I have decided to borrow this post from "No, I Am Not Claire Martin."
Men Are Just Happier People. Amongst other reasons:
1. Your last name stays put.
2. The garage is all yours.
3. Wedding plans take care of themselves.
4. Chocolate is just another snack.
5. You can be Prime Minister.
6. You can never be pregnant.
7. You can wear a white T-shirt to a water park.
8. You can wear NO shirt to a water park.
9. Car mechanics tell you the truth.
10. The world is your urinal.
11. You never have to drive to another petrol station toilet because this one is just too icky.
12. You don't have to stop and think of which way to turn a nut on a bolt.
13. Same work, more pay.
14. Wrinkles add character.
15. Wedding dress~$5000, tux rental~$100.
16. People never stare at your chest when you're talking to them.
17. The occasional well-rendered belch is practically expected.
18. New shoes don't cut, blister, or mangle your feet.
19. One mood all the time.
20. Phone conversations are over in 30 seconds flat.
21. You know stuff about tanks.
22. A five-day vacation requires only one suitcase.
23. You can open all your own jars.
24. You get extra credit for the slightest act of thoughtfulness.
25. If someone forgets to invite you, he or she can still be your friend.
26. Your underwear is $8.95 for a three-pack.
27. Three pairs of shoes are more than enough.
28. You almost never have strap problems in public.
29. You are unable to see wrinkles in your clothes.
30. Everything on your face stays its original colour.
31. The same hairstyle lasts for years, maybe decades.
32. You only have to shave your face and neck.
33. You can play with toys all your life.
34. Your belly usually hides your big hips.
35. One wallet and one pair of shoes one colour for all seasons.
36. You can wear shorts no matter how your legs look.
37. You can "do" your nails with a pocket knife.
38. You have freedom of choice concerning growing a moustache.
39. You can do Christmas shopping for 25 relatives on December 24 in 25 minutes.
Men Are Just Happier People. Amongst other reasons:
1. Your last name stays put.
2. The garage is all yours.
3. Wedding plans take care of themselves.
4. Chocolate is just another snack.
5. You can be Prime Minister.
6. You can never be pregnant.
7. You can wear a white T-shirt to a water park.
8. You can wear NO shirt to a water park.
9. Car mechanics tell you the truth.
10. The world is your urinal.
11. You never have to drive to another petrol station toilet because this one is just too icky.
12. You don't have to stop and think of which way to turn a nut on a bolt.
13. Same work, more pay.
14. Wrinkles add character.
15. Wedding dress~$5000, tux rental~$100.
16. People never stare at your chest when you're talking to them.
17. The occasional well-rendered belch is practically expected.
18. New shoes don't cut, blister, or mangle your feet.
19. One mood all the time.
20. Phone conversations are over in 30 seconds flat.
21. You know stuff about tanks.
22. A five-day vacation requires only one suitcase.
23. You can open all your own jars.
24. You get extra credit for the slightest act of thoughtfulness.
25. If someone forgets to invite you, he or she can still be your friend.
26. Your underwear is $8.95 for a three-pack.
27. Three pairs of shoes are more than enough.
28. You almost never have strap problems in public.
29. You are unable to see wrinkles in your clothes.
30. Everything on your face stays its original colour.
31. The same hairstyle lasts for years, maybe decades.
32. You only have to shave your face and neck.
33. You can play with toys all your life.
34. Your belly usually hides your big hips.
35. One wallet and one pair of shoes one colour for all seasons.
36. You can wear shorts no matter how your legs look.
37. You can "do" your nails with a pocket knife.
38. You have freedom of choice concerning growing a moustache.
39. You can do Christmas shopping for 25 relatives on December 24 in 25 minutes.
Tuesday, June 05, 2007
Clogger
Not talking about a hair ball.
This guy is good. As a kid, I fantasized and (sometimes as an adult) being able to publicly do something that surprised, amazed and wow'ed people. I think this fellow dose it.
This guy is good. As a kid, I fantasized and (sometimes as an adult) being able to publicly do something that surprised, amazed and wow'ed people. I think this fellow dose it.
Monday, June 04, 2007
Democratic Debate
Hazel and I watched the democratic debate last night. At two hours, I was ready for them to end but I did find them interesting and worthwhile to watch. The debate was spirited at times and provided some opportunity to see how the candidates differed.
This morning I went to a CNN site providing analysts scorecard of the debate. I think they are wrong. The analyst view the debates from an entirely different perspective then the average viewer. They have a "history" with the candidates and accordingly rate on the basis of this previous knowledge and on conjecture as to how the average viewer sees them. For example, to say that Clinton won the debate because she didn't put her foot in her mouth IS WRONG! If the question had been whether the debate changed their status, okay. But Clinton did not shine last night.
For me, it was the first time I saw some of these people represent their positions. I liked Richardson (at least he promoted his record in very favorable light) in the debate even though I reject his Iraq position. Mike Gravel? Well I hope he stays around to throw water on the other candidates. Sometimes he even said something worthwhile but as a serious presidential candidate - no way. It was like one of those group settings where one individual consistently says things out of sync, the others politely pause and then resume their discourse as though he had said nothing.
I think Edwards gained some points, Obama showed substantial grasp of issues, Clinton had a face lift, Biden surprised me and will get further scrutiny from me. He was a little too forceful at moments but had good comments, Dodd - not impressed, Kucinich - please no!
Course I'm a republican so might not vote for any of them. Frankly, I want to vote for the person that I think can best lead the country. It's unlikely Ill agree with all of their platform. I just want competence.
The big surprise? That the debates weren't canceled for a "Going to Jail" party for Paris Hilton. Don't we have our priorities here?
This morning I went to a CNN site providing analysts scorecard of the debate. I think they are wrong. The analyst view the debates from an entirely different perspective then the average viewer. They have a "history" with the candidates and accordingly rate on the basis of this previous knowledge and on conjecture as to how the average viewer sees them. For example, to say that Clinton won the debate because she didn't put her foot in her mouth IS WRONG! If the question had been whether the debate changed their status, okay. But Clinton did not shine last night.
For me, it was the first time I saw some of these people represent their positions. I liked Richardson (at least he promoted his record in very favorable light) in the debate even though I reject his Iraq position. Mike Gravel? Well I hope he stays around to throw water on the other candidates. Sometimes he even said something worthwhile but as a serious presidential candidate - no way. It was like one of those group settings where one individual consistently says things out of sync, the others politely pause and then resume their discourse as though he had said nothing.
I think Edwards gained some points, Obama showed substantial grasp of issues, Clinton had a face lift, Biden surprised me and will get further scrutiny from me. He was a little too forceful at moments but had good comments, Dodd - not impressed, Kucinich - please no!
Course I'm a republican so might not vote for any of them. Frankly, I want to vote for the person that I think can best lead the country. It's unlikely Ill agree with all of their platform. I just want competence.
The big surprise? That the debates weren't canceled for a "Going to Jail" party for Paris Hilton. Don't we have our priorities here?
Saturday, June 02, 2007
Fortune Cookie
Most fortune cookies do not tell your fortune e.g. you are going to be run over by a Hummer. Instead they contain some sort of boring statement. Thus when eating at a Chinese restaurant the other day I didn't want to even bother opening my fortune cookie. Hazel would not permit that and opened my cookie for me.
For once I felt it was right on. It said, "You have a potential urge and the ability for accomplishment."
Hazel...Hazel...yoohoo...Hazel, now where did she go?
For once I felt it was right on. It said, "You have a potential urge and the ability for accomplishment."
Hazel...Hazel...yoohoo...Hazel, now where did she go?
Lobster Sale
And now its a week later, Saturday, June 2nd. This morning I went to Southport to help with a Lobster sale sponsored by our church, proceeds to benefit the church's Outreach program. While I was there we cooked about 700 lobsters and then my shift was over so don't know how many were cooked in total - the sale ended mid-afternoon. We were also selling live lobsters for those that wanted to prepare them at home.
Hazel and I decided it was time for us to experience the fun of cooking a live lobster at home so I brought two live ones home with me. I thought about giving them names but Hazel would be even more upset at killing them then she was already. She advised me not to look into their eyes when putting them in the pot. She also wanted me to feed them vodka and club them. I rejected all ideas and forced them into a steaming pot of boiling water. HeHeHeHeHeHe
Hey, when you're old and retired you gotta get your kicks however you can.
Hazel and I decided it was time for us to experience the fun of cooking a live lobster at home so I brought two live ones home with me. I thought about giving them names but Hazel would be even more upset at killing them then she was already. She advised me not to look into their eyes when putting them in the pot. She also wanted me to feed them vodka and club them. I rejected all ideas and forced them into a steaming pot of boiling water. HeHeHeHeHeHe
Hey, when you're old and retired you gotta get your kicks however you can.
Tuesday, May 29, 2007
Ocean Fishing
Last Saturday I went ocean fishing with a friend of mine, John. A passionate and experienced fisherman, I was pretty sure that if fish were biting, John would find them.
Ken, another friend of Johns and an experienced fisherman joined us on John's 22 ft. Galcier Bay Catamaran. (Shown here, the fellow on the boat is Ken).
I tried to get a better picture of Ken but we were under way and it was difficult to hold the camera steady. With the ocean swells and wave action (residual from previous days of high wind) the ride was pretty bumpy but the boat handled it well.
John picked me up at my home at 6:30 am and by 7:00 am we were under way. This was shot as we left the marina.
We sped out into the ocean at 23 knots and arrived at the first fishing location, the "Horseshoe" at 8:15. I believe we were about 30 nm out from the harbor. I took this next shot so I could find the same location again. This is done through scientific study of the exact wave configurations, their frequency, period, height, and DNA.
And here is a picture of the coastline (right). Okay, we were too far out to see it but it was there - I think, or maybe in another direction.
The weather was perfect with light winds. The fish, however, were sleeping in and we didn't catch anything so after 45 mintues heading to a new location, the "Tower".
Our luck was better and within a matter of minutes we started catching King Mackerel and had caught four within 20-25 mintues. We also caught an Amberjack (no idea how big but maybe 20lbs). That necessitated bringing in the other lines while Ken wrestled with it and finally got it aboard. We had at least three more hits but those got off the hook before we could land them. Then it became quiet - no bite, nibbles, anything.
We continued to fish and listen to other fishermen nearby either catching nothing - like us - or catching Dolphin, Kings, Amberjack (someone called them Donkey Jacks). Most were having no better luck then we were.
Later, after lunch we anchored and started bottom fishing. The fishfinder showed good bottom with plenty of activity. The top left number is the ocean depth and the number below it 76.7 is the temperture of the water. The string of fish running across the upper part of the display was the outrigger weight holding one of our long lines. The fishfinder reads density and not actual objects so still proclaims a lump of lead to be a fish (not very good eating). Lower in the display more fish are shown and they are the real thing.
Our luck was better although I don't know how many fish we landed. These were smaller fish - some were to be used for bait, and some found there way to our dinner table. I caught 3 sea bass and 3 or 4 other kinds.
We then tried trolling for dolphin before heading home but had no further luck.
We returned to shore, stopped at Tatum's fish house and sold part of our catch.
The kings and Amberjack are shown here (sold).
Cleaned the boat and remaining fish and were home by 6:30 that evening.
Ken, another friend of Johns and an experienced fisherman joined us on John's 22 ft. Galcier Bay Catamaran. (Shown here, the fellow on the boat is Ken).
I tried to get a better picture of Ken but we were under way and it was difficult to hold the camera steady. With the ocean swells and wave action (residual from previous days of high wind) the ride was pretty bumpy but the boat handled it well.
John picked me up at my home at 6:30 am and by 7:00 am we were under way. This was shot as we left the marina.
We sped out into the ocean at 23 knots and arrived at the first fishing location, the "Horseshoe" at 8:15. I believe we were about 30 nm out from the harbor. I took this next shot so I could find the same location again. This is done through scientific study of the exact wave configurations, their frequency, period, height, and DNA.
And here is a picture of the coastline (right). Okay, we were too far out to see it but it was there - I think, or maybe in another direction.
The weather was perfect with light winds. The fish, however, were sleeping in and we didn't catch anything so after 45 mintues heading to a new location, the "Tower".
Our luck was better and within a matter of minutes we started catching King Mackerel and had caught four within 20-25 mintues. We also caught an Amberjack (no idea how big but maybe 20lbs). That necessitated bringing in the other lines while Ken wrestled with it and finally got it aboard. We had at least three more hits but those got off the hook before we could land them. Then it became quiet - no bite, nibbles, anything.We continued to fish and listen to other fishermen nearby either catching nothing - like us - or catching Dolphin, Kings, Amberjack (someone called them Donkey Jacks). Most were having no better luck then we were.
Later, after lunch we anchored and started bottom fishing. The fishfinder showed good bottom with plenty of activity. The top left number is the ocean depth and the number below it 76.7 is the temperture of the water. The string of fish running across the upper part of the display was the outrigger weight holding one of our long lines. The fishfinder reads density and not actual objects so still proclaims a lump of lead to be a fish (not very good eating). Lower in the display more fish are shown and they are the real thing.
Our luck was better although I don't know how many fish we landed. These were smaller fish - some were to be used for bait, and some found there way to our dinner table. I caught 3 sea bass and 3 or 4 other kinds.
We then tried trolling for dolphin before heading home but had no further luck.
We returned to shore, stopped at Tatum's fish house and sold part of our catch.
The kings and Amberjack are shown here (sold).
Cleaned the boat and remaining fish and were home by 6:30 that evening.
Monday, May 28, 2007
Thursday, May 24, 2007
Attention Shoppers
The Home Shopping Network is working toward offering a remote that enables you to purchase items wihtout having to telephone. This is fantastic news since I believe that exhibiting the number of remotes you have is a way of gaining status. Now I can display remote controls for:
HSN
TV
Direct TV Receiver
Tivo
DVD Player
Stereo
Sirius Radio (Yeah I canceled the service but still have the remote)
Fireplace Starter (borrowed from our neighbor)
Garage Door
Gate Entry to the devlopment
The problem I now struggle with is my virtual life. I'm already here on Blogspot talking to invisible people, next I need to look into Second Life. By joining Second Life I will have a circle of virtual friends that never actually visit my home (who wants someone in their home that looks like a giraffe wearing striped shorts and a bra)?
I know, I can probably create a bunch of remotes in my Second Life to accompany my sex fantasies but somehow its not quite the same thing. Just creating a buzz here.
HSN
TV
Direct TV Receiver
Tivo
DVD Player
Stereo
Sirius Radio (Yeah I canceled the service but still have the remote)
Fireplace Starter (borrowed from our neighbor)
Garage Door
Gate Entry to the devlopment
The problem I now struggle with is my virtual life. I'm already here on Blogspot talking to invisible people, next I need to look into Second Life. By joining Second Life I will have a circle of virtual friends that never actually visit my home (who wants someone in their home that looks like a giraffe wearing striped shorts and a bra)?
I know, I can probably create a bunch of remotes in my Second Life to accompany my sex fantasies but somehow its not quite the same thing. Just creating a buzz here.
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
Brue 1994-2007
We brought Brue home yesterday and she was doing okay. However, as I wrote in my last post, Dr. Tony believed she would soon fail. Last night, within just a few hours her conditioned worsened so rapidly that we found ourselves rushing her to Animal Emergency in Wilmington to put her to sleep. The hour long trip was an eternity because she was yelping in pain with nearly every breath.
It surprised us and Dr. Tony too. We hadn't expected so abrupt a change.
Thinking about Brue a word that resonates with me is "gentle." She never, ever, showed any anger - growled - anything - towards any of us (except Koko who deserved it). Brue was easygoing but immensely loyal and faithful. Goodbye baby.
It surprised us and Dr. Tony too. We hadn't expected so abrupt a change.
Thinking about Brue a word that resonates with me is "gentle." She never, ever, showed any anger - growled - anything - towards any of us (except Koko who deserved it). Brue was easygoing but immensely loyal and faithful. Goodbye baby.
Tuesday, May 22, 2007
Brue's last days
Brue had a hard weekend but then has improved the last couple days. As scheduled, we took her to the vet this afternoon and he said her disease has progressed. Dr. Tony believes she will rapidly decline within the next two or three days. It is time for Hazel and I to make our plans.
Friday, May 18, 2007
G W Bush
I have disliked Bush almost from the first days of his presidency. I distrusted him, in hindsight appropriately, because I have observed in corporate life that you can tell a great deal about the man in charge by the people he places near his seat of power. I saw Cheney and Rumsfeld as arrogant bullies. I have seen their type in business and they are so sure of their opinions that they ignore efforts to advise or reason - they are poison. This pattern persisted with Bolton, Gonzales and Wolfowitz.
I concur with Bill who wrote in his blog, "The George W Bush Administration will not go down in history as a mediocre presidency. It will be remembered as thoroughly ineffective and one of the most grossly incompetent administrations in American history."
Don't confuse arrogance for strength.
I concur with Bill who wrote in his blog, "The George W Bush Administration will not go down in history as a mediocre presidency. It will be remembered as thoroughly ineffective and one of the most grossly incompetent administrations in American history."
Don't confuse arrogance for strength.
Thursday, May 17, 2007
Oprah's Leadership School
Last month I had a couple people remark to me about Oprah's leadership school for girls. Their remarks ran along the order of "Why isn't she spending that money here at home." I was a little puzzled because they never said anything about the many others that are providing some type of monetary help to Africa.
After thinking about it I don't think it has anything to do with Africa but the fact that she is spending it to develop women leaders. Could they feel threatened? And by black women too?
I applaud what she is doing because I think this may be a way of truly helping Africa.
Another thing Oprah has done to help all MANkind is here.
After thinking about it I don't think it has anything to do with Africa but the fact that she is spending it to develop women leaders. Could they feel threatened? And by black women too?
I applaud what she is doing because I think this may be a way of truly helping Africa.
Another thing Oprah has done to help all MANkind is here.
Global Warming - Perspective
In today's San Jose Mercury News:
"Former Air Force Gen. Charles Wald, who was deputy chief of staff for air and space operations, is participating in a symposium Friday at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab with Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger on low-carbon emissions standards and the need for energy independence.
"We all came to this with a certain degree of skepticism," said Sullivan, who found the science of global warming convincing, even if it's not 100 percent certain.
"Speaking as a soldier, we never have 100 percent certainty. If you wait until you have 100 percent certainty, something bad is going to happen on the battlefield," he added."
My sentiments exactly.
"Former Air Force Gen. Charles Wald, who was deputy chief of staff for air and space operations, is participating in a symposium Friday at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab with Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger on low-carbon emissions standards and the need for energy independence.
"We all came to this with a certain degree of skepticism," said Sullivan, who found the science of global warming convincing, even if it's not 100 percent certain.
"Speaking as a soldier, we never have 100 percent certainty. If you wait until you have 100 percent certainty, something bad is going to happen on the battlefield," he added."
My sentiments exactly.
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