http://www.cnn.com/video/?/video/us/2008/10/11/natpkg.or.gas.pay.forward.kgw
So I saw this video on CNN tonight and for some reason it just really really hit me hard. So hard that I almost got in my car and drove to 7-11 to buy someone's gas. There is no better time than the present to be your brother's keeper. I have decided that I am going to look for more ways to bring random acts of kidness into the world. An no, if I already know you and you see me at the gas station I will not buy your gas. That doesn't count.
Do something nice for someone tomorrow. They need it and so do you.
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Friday, October 10, 2008
This blog has no title
Or purpose.
Here's a little something:
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20081010/ap_on_el_pr/osama_ballot;_ylt=AtwHJDB19NAWiN6wLGOOGh2s0NUE
I've been sitting here studying my keyboard trying to figure out how that happened and the conclusion I have come to is "Human error my ass". It's fairly amusing that someone got away with it I have to admit.
My new t-shirts arrived today. This one is my favorite since it's one of my favorite things to say.
Anyway, the arrival of my shirt made me think of these videos which make me laugh no matter how many times I watch them. Have a little giggle at GW's expense and enjoy your falling stock market free weekend.
Here's a little something:
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20081010/ap_on_el_pr/osama_ballot;_ylt=AtwHJDB19NAWiN6wLGOOGh2s0NUE
I've been sitting here studying my keyboard trying to figure out how that happened and the conclusion I have come to is "Human error my ass". It's fairly amusing that someone got away with it I have to admit.
My new t-shirts arrived today. This one is my favorite since it's one of my favorite things to say.
Anyway, the arrival of my shirt made me think of these videos which make me laugh no matter how many times I watch them. Have a little giggle at GW's expense and enjoy your falling stock market free weekend.
Thursday, October 9, 2008
The Boxer
I know some of you were probably expecting me to post a scathing cynical blog about the debate, or George Bush, or the economy, but today I decided to take a day off from that. There comes a point for all of us, not only personally but as a nation, when we feel so beat down by what is happening that we have to decide to either lay down and take it or stand up and fight back. Well the last couple of days I've started to realize that true to form, I'm moving into fighting mode both personally and as a citizen of this great country. In honor of my decision to fight back making some promises so without further ado, here is my list of promises to you America:
1. I promise to use my right to vote and will encourage others to do so at every opportunity. This nation belongs to its people and come hell or high water it's got to stay that way.
2. I promise to be more fiscally responsible and give greater consideration to the way my actions directly or indirectly impact others.
3. I promise to use my voice to educate and encourage others who have checked out or given up on the world around them.
4. I promise that 20 years from now I will still be bad mouthing the administration of George W. Bush. Oops, that just slipped out. This being positive stuff is hard work.
5. I promise to do my personal best to educate your children in a way that is free from my personal political opinions but still encourages them to think for themselves and be interested in the world around them.
6. I promise to stand and put my hand over my heart and truly think about what liberty is when I am in the presence of your flag America. I do however reserve the right to not say the words "under God" when reciting the pledge because while there very well may be a God, that is not for my government to decide.
7. I promise to continue to educate myself so that I can be an informed and responsible citizen of this country and of the world.
8. I promise to smile at each and every one of you when I say "Welcome to Walmart" 20 years from now when I am working there because my 401K was completely depleted when I was in my 30's.
9. I promise that even though things are going to get worse before they get better, I will not give up on you, lose hope, panic, and flee to another nation (unless John McCain becomes president and then dies in office).
10. I promise to crack jokes, be cynical, make fun of political figures, and get worked up over things happening in this country because in my own way, that is how I show that I care about you America.
So there you have it. I would encourage each of you to make some promises of your own. We may be knocked down but as far as I'm concerned, the fighter still remains.
1. I promise to use my right to vote and will encourage others to do so at every opportunity. This nation belongs to its people and come hell or high water it's got to stay that way.
2. I promise to be more fiscally responsible and give greater consideration to the way my actions directly or indirectly impact others.
3. I promise to use my voice to educate and encourage others who have checked out or given up on the world around them.
4. I promise that 20 years from now I will still be bad mouthing the administration of George W. Bush. Oops, that just slipped out. This being positive stuff is hard work.
5. I promise to do my personal best to educate your children in a way that is free from my personal political opinions but still encourages them to think for themselves and be interested in the world around them.
6. I promise to stand and put my hand over my heart and truly think about what liberty is when I am in the presence of your flag America. I do however reserve the right to not say the words "under God" when reciting the pledge because while there very well may be a God, that is not for my government to decide.
7. I promise to continue to educate myself so that I can be an informed and responsible citizen of this country and of the world.
8. I promise to smile at each and every one of you when I say "Welcome to Walmart" 20 years from now when I am working there because my 401K was completely depleted when I was in my 30's.
9. I promise that even though things are going to get worse before they get better, I will not give up on you, lose hope, panic, and flee to another nation (unless John McCain becomes president and then dies in office).
10. I promise to crack jokes, be cynical, make fun of political figures, and get worked up over things happening in this country because in my own way, that is how I show that I care about you America.
So there you have it. I would encourage each of you to make some promises of your own. We may be knocked down but as far as I'm concerned, the fighter still remains.
Monday, October 6, 2008
Oh No You Didn't
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Oct 7, 12:50 AM EDT
Lehman sought millions for execs while seeking aid
By JULIE HIRSCHFELD DAVIS
Associated Press Writer
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The now-bankrupt investment bank Lehman Brothers arranged millions in bonuses for fired executives as it pleaded for a federal lifeline, lawmakers learned Monday, as Congress began investigating what went so wrong on Wall Street to prompt a $700 billion government bailout..........
You can read the rest here: http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/M/MELTDOWN_LEHMAN?SITE=OHALL2&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT
So, you greedy bastards wanna play games? I know a game. It's called Monopoly. Sometimes you make all the money and own all the property but sometimes you:
Consider that an invitation....
You know, there used to be a time when you could drag a person out in the street and tar & feather them for doing things that were contrary to the cause of liberty and democracy. Granted, women and minorities didn't have rights then but I can't help but be a tiny bit nostalgic for the Colonial era. A little civilian justice would make me feel pretty warm and fuzzy inside right about now.
Oct 7, 12:50 AM EDT
Lehman sought millions for execs while seeking aid
By JULIE HIRSCHFELD DAVIS
Associated Press Writer
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The now-bankrupt investment bank Lehman Brothers arranged millions in bonuses for fired executives as it pleaded for a federal lifeline, lawmakers learned Monday, as Congress began investigating what went so wrong on Wall Street to prompt a $700 billion government bailout..........
You can read the rest here: http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/M/MELTDOWN_LEHMAN?SITE=OHALL2&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT
So, you greedy bastards wanna play games? I know a game. It's called Monopoly. Sometimes you make all the money and own all the property but sometimes you:
Consider that an invitation....
You know, there used to be a time when you could drag a person out in the street and tar & feather them for doing things that were contrary to the cause of liberty and democracy. Granted, women and minorities didn't have rights then but I can't help but be a tiny bit nostalgic for the Colonial era. A little civilian justice would make me feel pretty warm and fuzzy inside right about now.
Sunday, October 5, 2008
In Case You Missed It
It's not the real debate but it's close enough. Plus it saves me having to write a long blog because it pretty much sums up what I thought while I was watching it. :)
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Just Say No to Dick
I have lots to say about the debate tonight, both candidates had moments that made me shake my head, but since I'm still sick as a dog I'll just give you this little piece of transcript:
IFILL: Governor, you mentioned a moment ago the constitution might give the vice president more power than it has in the past. Do you believe as Vice President Cheney does, that the Executive Branch does not hold complete sway over the office of the vice presidency, that it it is also a member of the Legislative Branch?
PALIN: Well, our founding fathers were very wise there in allowing through the Constitution much flexibility there in the office of the vice president. And we will do what is best for the American people in tapping into that position and ushering in an agenda that is supportive and cooperative with the president's agenda in that position. Yeah, so I do agree with him that we have a lot of flexibility in there, and we'll do what we have to do to administer very appropriately the plans that are needed for this nation. And it is my executive experience that is partly to be attributed to my pick as V.P. with McCain, not only as a governor, but earlier on as a mayor, as an oil and gas regulator, as a business owner. It is those years of experience on an executive level that will be put to good use in the White House also.
IFILL: Vice President Cheney's interpretation of the vice presidency?
BIDEN: Vice President Cheney has been the most dangerous vice president we've had probably in American history. The idea he doesn't realize that Article I of the Constitution defines the role of the vice president of the United States, that's the Executive Branch. He works in the Executive Branch. He should understand that. Everyone should understand that.
And the primary role of the vice president of the United States of America is to support the president of the United States of America, give that president his or her best judgment when sought, and as vice president, to preside over the Senate, only in a time when in fact there's a tie vote. The Constitution is explicit.
The only authority the vice president has from the legislative standpoint is the vote, only when there is a tie vote. He has no authority relative to the Congress. The idea he's part of the Legislative Branch is a bizarre notion invented by Cheney to aggrandize the power of a unitary executive and look where it has gotten us. It has been very dangerous.
Joe, I still think you're an ass but at least you got that right.
IFILL: Governor, you mentioned a moment ago the constitution might give the vice president more power than it has in the past. Do you believe as Vice President Cheney does, that the Executive Branch does not hold complete sway over the office of the vice presidency, that it it is also a member of the Legislative Branch?
PALIN: Well, our founding fathers were very wise there in allowing through the Constitution much flexibility there in the office of the vice president. And we will do what is best for the American people in tapping into that position and ushering in an agenda that is supportive and cooperative with the president's agenda in that position. Yeah, so I do agree with him that we have a lot of flexibility in there, and we'll do what we have to do to administer very appropriately the plans that are needed for this nation. And it is my executive experience that is partly to be attributed to my pick as V.P. with McCain, not only as a governor, but earlier on as a mayor, as an oil and gas regulator, as a business owner. It is those years of experience on an executive level that will be put to good use in the White House also.
IFILL: Vice President Cheney's interpretation of the vice presidency?
BIDEN: Vice President Cheney has been the most dangerous vice president we've had probably in American history. The idea he doesn't realize that Article I of the Constitution defines the role of the vice president of the United States, that's the Executive Branch. He works in the Executive Branch. He should understand that. Everyone should understand that.
And the primary role of the vice president of the United States of America is to support the president of the United States of America, give that president his or her best judgment when sought, and as vice president, to preside over the Senate, only in a time when in fact there's a tie vote. The Constitution is explicit.
The only authority the vice president has from the legislative standpoint is the vote, only when there is a tie vote. He has no authority relative to the Congress. The idea he's part of the Legislative Branch is a bizarre notion invented by Cheney to aggrandize the power of a unitary executive and look where it has gotten us. It has been very dangerous.
Joe, I still think you're an ass but at least you got that right.
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Utter Collapse
Don't worry, I'm not talking about our economy (yet). This time I'm talking about me. Unfortunately I am super super sick so I'm going to be taking a few days off from blogging. I know the timing isn't good but ya can't fight mother nature I guess. Anyway, don't go anywhere, I promise I'll be back soon!
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