h/t mithras
I suppose the purchase of these birth certificates should close any budget gaps.........
Wednesday, February 02, 2011
Tuesday, February 01, 2011
Honorable Chris Smith (R) NJ's Foreplay
Anyone familiar with the trek up the NJ Turnpike is familiar with the horrible stench along the way. I always attributed it to the local industry. Little did I know the stench hailed from the not so Honorable Chris Smith proud card carrying member of the Republican Party's local office.
The Conservative Mantra is deregulation and shrinking of the government. Soooooooooo why do THEY have this need to constantly try to control a woman's body.
An abortion is paid for by the government, in the event of rape or a mother's health is at risk.
Chris Smith wants to change the definition of rape. Saying "No" is not enough for Chris. She has to be drugged and assaulted. Isn't the very nature of rape is a violent act........not a sexual one?
For the sixteen lady Republicans that fell in line with the Republican boys, they have no place in policy making. Go home, put on a flowered apron and bake Viagra sprinkled cookies.
The Republicans complained that Obama failed to focus his attention on jobs. How does this bullshit bill put the unemployed back to work?
Clearly, Mr. Smith has never gotten laid voluntarily. But really, should he try make his foreplay legal?
h/t Think Progress
The Conservative Mantra is deregulation and shrinking of the government. Soooooooooo why do THEY have this need to constantly try to control a woman's body.
An abortion is paid for by the government, in the event of rape or a mother's health is at risk.
Chris Smith wants to change the definition of rape. Saying "No" is not enough for Chris. She has to be drugged and assaulted. Isn't the very nature of rape is a violent act........not a sexual one?
For the sixteen lady Republicans that fell in line with the Republican boys, they have no place in policy making. Go home, put on a flowered apron and bake Viagra sprinkled cookies.
The Republicans complained that Obama failed to focus his attention on jobs. How does this bullshit bill put the unemployed back to work?
Clearly, Mr. Smith has never gotten laid voluntarily. But really, should he try make his foreplay legal?
h/t Think Progress
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
America you are so yesterday
I wish I could say that I was surprised by this article.
It started with the manufacturing jobs then the IT gigs followed.
The Republican base the top 2% are critical to shipping these jobs overseas. They in turn either brainwash or bully the upper management of their companies to increase revenue per employee.
Subcontracted jobs are not counted in this formula.
They do not have worry educating their children because they are sent to private school. No need for public education.
We got ours, pull yourself up by your bootstraps.
Quietly they moved entry level white collar jobs overseas. These were the gigs where a person could get a foot in the door and have a shot at seizing the a decent job.
Now they have successfully demonized public school teachers. If I hear one more time a little old lady rail that second graders just cut out snow flakes.......
My 4 year old pre-school grandson who by no means is a Mensa candid has more technology skills than one of my senior sales guys.
How about talking to a 4 year old not at them....
Or recommitted to your country by supporting reasonably priced secondary education that prepares the CURRENT generation for decent jobs.
What is the upside to obtaining an expensive education with no hope for having a job to pay off the debt?
We need to support our new infrastructure through education, green jobs and 20th century transportation.
Maybe because Europe did not have the luxury of our wide open spaces, but it really shouldn't take two hours to get to DC from Philly.
Take the car off of the Pacific Highway return to the rails. Brain power and decent jobs.
We all need to revisit our attitudes. Those people have become US.
Or large employers who actually care about their country.
Yeah, I am playing the patriotism card.
It started with the manufacturing jobs then the IT gigs followed.
The Republican base the top 2% are critical to shipping these jobs overseas. They in turn either brainwash or bully the upper management of their companies to increase revenue per employee.
Subcontracted jobs are not counted in this formula.
They do not have worry educating their children because they are sent to private school. No need for public education.
We got ours, pull yourself up by your bootstraps.
Quietly they moved entry level white collar jobs overseas. These were the gigs where a person could get a foot in the door and have a shot at seizing the a decent job.
Now they have successfully demonized public school teachers. If I hear one more time a little old lady rail that second graders just cut out snow flakes.......
My 4 year old pre-school grandson who by no means is a Mensa candid has more technology skills than one of my senior sales guys.
How about talking to a 4 year old not at them....
Or recommitted to your country by supporting reasonably priced secondary education that prepares the CURRENT generation for decent jobs.
What is the upside to obtaining an expensive education with no hope for having a job to pay off the debt?
We need to support our new infrastructure through education, green jobs and 20th century transportation.
Maybe because Europe did not have the luxury of our wide open spaces, but it really shouldn't take two hours to get to DC from Philly.
Take the car off of the Pacific Highway return to the rails. Brain power and decent jobs.
We all need to revisit our attitudes. Those people have become US.
Or large employers who actually care about their country.
Yeah, I am playing the patriotism card.
Monday, December 27, 2010
Soundtracks of my Life: Lady T, Teena Marie
College for me was the beginning of trying to break out and embrace new friends, experiences and of course music.
In 1979 WDAS was the only soul station on the local airwaves. On my way back to school, Deja Vu poured out of my car (vintage 74 pinto) radio. Wow. The song, her voice spoke to me.
Once I was white Gisele on horseback riding free
Searching in the darkness for a piece of me
The white Gisele should of given me a clue. The songstress with a voice of angel was white, but at the time and now it didn't matter.
I was hooked. Whenever, she had a new record (not CD cherubs), I had to have it.
I can feel it for sure, I've been here before
Like her, a Music Man stole my heart. Like her, he broke my heart. In fairness to him,
he never lied to me. I thought my love would be enough for you know how that familiar story goes.
Once I was a Queen, you know, on island by the sea
With rainbow colored people
Happy as can be
Never had a problem
Never had a care
love was overflowing
and its feeling shared
I had no idea we were so close in age. She is five years my senior which will explain how she seem to always capture my emotional state in a timely manner.
Seeking freedom and musical control, she successfully sued Berry Gordon and Motown. Talented but not afraid to fight.
She seemed to be...well normal and real, compared to most celebrities.
She had a plan to stop touring but was scheduled to perform this weekend.
My search for a piece of me continues.
My prayer is that she is "not coming back no more."
Thanks for the music, my Wild and Peaceful sister
May you find peace,
In 1979 WDAS was the only soul station on the local airwaves. On my way back to school, Deja Vu poured out of my car (vintage 74 pinto) radio. Wow. The song, her voice spoke to me.
Once I was white Gisele on horseback riding free
Searching in the darkness for a piece of me
The white Gisele should of given me a clue. The songstress with a voice of angel was white, but at the time and now it didn't matter.
I was hooked. Whenever, she had a new record (not CD cherubs), I had to have it.
I can feel it for sure, I've been here before
Like her, a Music Man stole my heart. Like her, he broke my heart. In fairness to him,
he never lied to me. I thought my love would be enough for you know how that familiar story goes.
Once I was a Queen, you know, on island by the sea
With rainbow colored people
Happy as can be
Never had a problem
Never had a care
love was overflowing
and its feeling shared
I had no idea we were so close in age. She is five years my senior which will explain how she seem to always capture my emotional state in a timely manner.
Seeking freedom and musical control, she successfully sued Berry Gordon and Motown. Talented but not afraid to fight.
She seemed to be...well normal and real, compared to most celebrities.
She had a plan to stop touring but was scheduled to perform this weekend.
My search for a piece of me continues.
My prayer is that she is "not coming back no more."
Thanks for the music, my Wild and Peaceful sister
May you find peace,
Friday, December 24, 2010
This isn't supposed to happen for Philly Phans
There must be some sort of cosmic activity happening for Philly Phans. First we beat the dreaded Cowboys in Jerry's house.
Then Cliff Lee turns down New York's bright light, crazy Steinbrenners and some money to return home to the Bank.
Welcome home Big Daddy.
A very nice early Christmas present.
OK, life's good. My President is getting some critical legislation passed but that is another post.
Going into the Eagles V Giants game, there was the acceptance that this season has unfolded into to something special. No one was expecting a winning season.
Hell we beat Dallas and we have Cliff Lee.
This why they play 60 minutes. The first three quarters and half of the fourth quarter were just ugly.
But like watching a train wreck you couldn't take your eyes off of it.
What occurred would have never happened under McNabb, Vick took this team on his back and dumped sea salt in the wounded hearts of the New York fans. (Welcome to our familiar nightmare.)
My phone was noticeably silent until the kick.
Reid put Mr. Philly on the field, but there was no way they would punt to him. With 14 seconds on the board, we could hope for overtime.
OMG, OMG, OMGGGGGGGG
At first, Mr. Too Cute, fumbled the ball, which ended up being a good thing, then magic happened.
I'm sure, that I wasn't the only person running in my living room, because Jackson needed my help.
Touchdown.
I remember the Herm Edwards original Miracle in the Meadowlands.
While I have a mad crush on him, this is even better.
Once it all sunk in my phone blew up..
OMG- my kid
Did you see that?- several friends
Giiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiirrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrlllllllllll-----my buddy from Texas
The one that summed up it was from a co-worker
"This isn't supposed to happen for us Philly Phans."
Maybe it is..........
NCAA Silly Rules Part Whatever
The NCAA has just suspended some kids from Ohio State for selling their own stuff. Yeah their stuff, not somebody else's stuff their stuff. The why behind the sell is irrelevant.
This body of certifiable money hungry jackasses decided to suspend these kids NEXT year. Why? These kids are the core of the starters for a major bowl game.
If they were bench warmers or participants in the Sammy Sub Shop bowl this wouldn't even be a story.
My guess and it is not an original theory, that since they are starters and a major bowl game, hence the postponement of the punishment.
Did I mention these kids sold their own stuff?
The NCAA is a minor league for the NFL and the NBA. The schools score a ton of money off of the backs of these kids. If they get hurt or find themselves in trouble they are replaced like the equipment they have become.
Don't get me started about the insanity surrounding Cam Newton and his father who is a man of God.
Let's stop with the silly convenient rules and stop exploiting these kids.
Do they get a degree? Yeah, in some cases, but the critical education is those with the gold make the rules.
Why do I think those faceless rules committee in the NCAA are Republicans? We want less government in our/your lives unless you are living in a manner they do not understand, like or care for.
Let's accept this entity as a minor league and govern itself accordingly...
This body of certifiable money hungry jackasses decided to suspend these kids NEXT year. Why? These kids are the core of the starters for a major bowl game.
If they were bench warmers or participants in the Sammy Sub Shop bowl this wouldn't even be a story.
My guess and it is not an original theory, that since they are starters and a major bowl game, hence the postponement of the punishment.
Did I mention these kids sold their own stuff?
The NCAA is a minor league for the NFL and the NBA. The schools score a ton of money off of the backs of these kids. If they get hurt or find themselves in trouble they are replaced like the equipment they have become.
Don't get me started about the insanity surrounding Cam Newton and his father who is a man of God.
Let's stop with the silly convenient rules and stop exploiting these kids.
Do they get a degree? Yeah, in some cases, but the critical education is those with the gold make the rules.
Why do I think those faceless rules committee in the NCAA are Republicans? We want less government in our/your lives unless you are living in a manner they do not understand, like or care for.
Let's accept this entity as a minor league and govern itself accordingly...
Tuesday, November 02, 2010
Election 2010 from the polls
11:30 am
I am serving in the capacity of poll watcher this morning. Very little drama. I'm sure they pulled the actual poll workers from the local nursing facility. They can't hear and can barely see but the voters have been exceptionally patient for these are their neighbors.
If we get a 25% turnout we should be in good shape.
I am serving in the capacity of poll watcher this morning. Very little drama. I'm sure they pulled the actual poll workers from the local nursing facility. They can't hear and can barely see but the voters have been exceptionally patient for these are their neighbors.
If we get a 25% turnout we should be in good shape.
Election 2010
Election 2010 will be the most important election of my lifetime. Not to be melodramatic, but what happens on this day will determine what course this country will take.
The Republicans and too many Blue Dog Democrats have held the country hostage. It is evident, they have the personal desire to have power, not run this country.
For a bunch of reasons, I have shut down my corporate travel and spent the last month working with the Coordinated Campaign (Onorato, Sestak &Trivedi).
The GOTV activities will continue today.
What is not being reported is the ground game. The five counties surrounding Philadelphia have been trending blue for years and has been buzzing with activity. Most of my friends who basically sat out after 2008, returned to action.
I love this unperfect President. He has done a dreadful job informing the public of his good works. He has tripped over his intellect. For being such a good communicator during the campaign, the weight of managing the country has crush that Obama.
Whenever I am in the campaign offices, there is local and national workers and volunteers.
I strongly contend the pollsters are missing the folks like me whose primary phone is not a landline. I am not in the dismissed demographic of young people who don't show up.
Furthermore, my very passionate Republican friends, are by their words frightened by the candidates running in Pennsylvania and don't get them started about O'Donnell and Paul. (I can only hope, if they can't hold their noses and vote D they stay home.)
Regardless of the outcome, Obama needs to hire a good PR person to at least get the budgets passed.
Well, the sun it out which always has an impact on Dem turnout. We don't have umbrellas??? I digress.
Go Vote!
The Republicans and too many Blue Dog Democrats have held the country hostage. It is evident, they have the personal desire to have power, not run this country.
For a bunch of reasons, I have shut down my corporate travel and spent the last month working with the Coordinated Campaign (Onorato, Sestak &Trivedi).
The GOTV activities will continue today.
What is not being reported is the ground game. The five counties surrounding Philadelphia have been trending blue for years and has been buzzing with activity. Most of my friends who basically sat out after 2008, returned to action.
I love this unperfect President. He has done a dreadful job informing the public of his good works. He has tripped over his intellect. For being such a good communicator during the campaign, the weight of managing the country has crush that Obama.
Whenever I am in the campaign offices, there is local and national workers and volunteers.
I strongly contend the pollsters are missing the folks like me whose primary phone is not a landline. I am not in the dismissed demographic of young people who don't show up.
Furthermore, my very passionate Republican friends, are by their words frightened by the candidates running in Pennsylvania and don't get them started about O'Donnell and Paul. (I can only hope, if they can't hold their noses and vote D they stay home.)
Regardless of the outcome, Obama needs to hire a good PR person to at least get the budgets passed.
Well, the sun it out which always has an impact on Dem turnout. We don't have umbrellas??? I digress.
Go Vote!
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Sitting Vice President not Welcome in Radnor, PA
Central PA, Alabama, Russia maybe....
But in the suburbs of Philadelphia?
A very nice civics lesson. To think school board elections aren't important.
But in the suburbs of Philadelphia?
A very nice civics lesson. To think school board elections aren't important.
Friday, October 22, 2010
Pass the ice Doc
When it comes to a big game, some prefer to watch it with friends and family, others prefer the quiet comfort of their cave.
Then there is the combo model. Time was the frequent phone calls..."Wow, did you see that or @#$% did you see that?", were the exchange. After the brief conversation, you hang up, until the next play. Depending on the outcome and the party, the calls either stop or the the analysis begins.
Now we text.
My daughter and grandson dined with my ex so I was responsible to provide updates of the Phillies game. No big deal.
In the first inning, the screaming texts began from a friend whose wife refuses to watch a game with him. His ritual is to put his daughters to bed, grab a beer, sunflower seeds and a cup for the shells.
(I did point out to him they have shelled seeds. I digress.)
He sent a photo of his set up.
The uncharacteristic first batter walk by the good Doc, sent nervous chills down my spine. He looked out of sorts.
Maybe he will settle down as the game continues.
Utley's sloppy play.
Ok Howard can't hit a ho-ho pitch but isn't he a fast ball hitter were examples of his frustration.
The fifth inning photo of the Jumbo Irish Whiskey bottle spoke volumes.
My daughter and grandson made it safely home which reduced the number of texts.
Lincicum's hair was a topic. Does he get his extensions at the same place you do? he asked.
Probably, but he doesn't add color. When you think about, with his cap off, he looks like Michael Jackson, I replied.
Nope, he is darker. (He is now out of control, but that was funny.)
When the Phillies 8th inning specialist stepped on the mound, my massage therapist and dear friend surfaced. Being a life long Philly phan he was on suicide watch.
"Typical Philly team they are going to find a way to lose," he wailed.
The last time I checked the Phillies actually won it all in 2008. The Phillies have played managed to pull out wins, with injuries and a dreadful offense all season, I countered.
Well, he was not having it. Even though, Madson, shut down the side.
Heartbreak time was his retort.
In the final inning, Werth's homerun gave us breathing room. The table was set for Victorino to be a hero. A few more insurance runs would have eased the anxiety level for even the most optimistic fan.
We got nothing.
Now my massage therapist is beside himself, and my other friend has grown silent. (I can visualize him forgoing the glass and swigging straight from the bottle.)
Grab your rally towel and remember 2008 Lights out Lidge, I cheered.
I had moved to my bedroom but pacing. (Some people drink, some cuss, I pace and cuss).
Back from what seemed to be a long @#$$% commercial break, Here we go, my MT sighed.
First batter, got him out. (I could feel the good Lidge was on the hill).
One down
Lidge moved uncharacteristically swift last night
Two down
I stopped pacing.
Three down
Whew!
We all said our collective good nights.
One more beer for the wrap up with Ricky Bo for my one friend.
My daughter surfaced...Go Phillies! Sleep well Mom, she instructed.
I will after ice my thumbs....
(We found out after the game, Doc suffered a groin strain. This explains tons. But, he gutted it out five big ugly innings. Unbelievable)
Then there is the combo model. Time was the frequent phone calls..."Wow, did you see that or @#$% did you see that?", were the exchange. After the brief conversation, you hang up, until the next play. Depending on the outcome and the party, the calls either stop or the the analysis begins.
Now we text.
My daughter and grandson dined with my ex so I was responsible to provide updates of the Phillies game. No big deal.
In the first inning, the screaming texts began from a friend whose wife refuses to watch a game with him. His ritual is to put his daughters to bed, grab a beer, sunflower seeds and a cup for the shells.
(I did point out to him they have shelled seeds. I digress.)
He sent a photo of his set up.
The uncharacteristic first batter walk by the good Doc, sent nervous chills down my spine. He looked out of sorts.
Maybe he will settle down as the game continues.
Utley's sloppy play.
Ok Howard can't hit a ho-ho pitch but isn't he a fast ball hitter were examples of his frustration.
The fifth inning photo of the Jumbo Irish Whiskey bottle spoke volumes.
My daughter and grandson made it safely home which reduced the number of texts.
Lincicum's hair was a topic. Does he get his extensions at the same place you do? he asked.
Probably, but he doesn't add color. When you think about, with his cap off, he looks like Michael Jackson, I replied.
Nope, he is darker. (He is now out of control, but that was funny.)
When the Phillies 8th inning specialist stepped on the mound, my massage therapist and dear friend surfaced. Being a life long Philly phan he was on suicide watch.
"Typical Philly team they are going to find a way to lose," he wailed.
The last time I checked the Phillies actually won it all in 2008. The Phillies have played managed to pull out wins, with injuries and a dreadful offense all season, I countered.
Well, he was not having it. Even though, Madson, shut down the side.
Heartbreak time was his retort.
In the final inning, Werth's homerun gave us breathing room. The table was set for Victorino to be a hero. A few more insurance runs would have eased the anxiety level for even the most optimistic fan.
We got nothing.
Now my massage therapist is beside himself, and my other friend has grown silent. (I can visualize him forgoing the glass and swigging straight from the bottle.)
Grab your rally towel and remember 2008 Lights out Lidge, I cheered.
I had moved to my bedroom but pacing. (Some people drink, some cuss, I pace and cuss).
Back from what seemed to be a long @#$$% commercial break, Here we go, my MT sighed.
First batter, got him out. (I could feel the good Lidge was on the hill).
One down
Lidge moved uncharacteristically swift last night
Two down
I stopped pacing.
Three down
Whew!
We all said our collective good nights.
One more beer for the wrap up with Ricky Bo for my one friend.
My daughter surfaced...Go Phillies! Sleep well Mom, she instructed.
I will after ice my thumbs....
(We found out after the game, Doc suffered a groin strain. This explains tons. But, he gutted it out five big ugly innings. Unbelievable)
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
One Win Away
I knew it wouldn't be easy, but GOOOOOOOOOOOD. I really thought we could take them in 5.
The WE meaning the Phils......groan.
The WE meaning the Phils......groan.
Anita Hill
I remember watching in horror the Clarence Thomas hearings. Arlen " I need to be the center of attention" Spector, was the worst offender.
This woman was minding her business when she was drug before the Circus De Congress only to be put on trial.
The fact that Clarence Thomas sits on the Supreme Court is why I did not vote for Arlen nor stay in a room when he speaks.
What is always disturbing about victims of harassment or rape, far too many are accused by particularly women of asking for it. Amazing.
At one point in my career, I was a Labor Administrator and I was responsible for the internal harassment investigations. To a man, the harasser was as attractive as Clarence and felt entitled to a booty call from the victim. Too often, the woman's attire, hair do and attitude were called into question. This was in the late eighties, early nineties.
Sadly, not much has changed.
A known harasser, Carl Greene, was recruited to run The Philadelphia Housing Authority. (Well done, Governor Rendell).
Whenever, women ignored his advances that ugly little man, either reassigned them to the Authority's version of Siberia or made life so miserable they quit. An internal venue did not exist to report and investigate claims.
His political reach was such, they were afraid to report their claims to the local EEOC. The claims that were settled, the Board had no knowledge of the claims.
He got a free pass because he turned the program around. He did, at what cost?
As his reign of terror was unfolding on the local newspapers, and his biggest supporter ran for cover, Board Member City Councilwoman was his biggest defender. BRUTAL.
For Mrs. Thomas to track down Ms. Hill and demand an apology makes my brain cease up. Questioning Ms. Hill's motivation renders me speechless.
h/t Trakker @ Neon Gods.
This woman was minding her business when she was drug before the Circus De Congress only to be put on trial.
The fact that Clarence Thomas sits on the Supreme Court is why I did not vote for Arlen nor stay in a room when he speaks.
What is always disturbing about victims of harassment or rape, far too many are accused by particularly women of asking for it. Amazing.
At one point in my career, I was a Labor Administrator and I was responsible for the internal harassment investigations. To a man, the harasser was as attractive as Clarence and felt entitled to a booty call from the victim. Too often, the woman's attire, hair do and attitude were called into question. This was in the late eighties, early nineties.
Sadly, not much has changed.
A known harasser, Carl Greene, was recruited to run The Philadelphia Housing Authority. (Well done, Governor Rendell).
Whenever, women ignored his advances that ugly little man, either reassigned them to the Authority's version of Siberia or made life so miserable they quit. An internal venue did not exist to report and investigate claims.
His political reach was such, they were afraid to report their claims to the local EEOC. The claims that were settled, the Board had no knowledge of the claims.
He got a free pass because he turned the program around. He did, at what cost?
As his reign of terror was unfolding on the local newspapers, and his biggest supporter ran for cover, Board Member City Councilwoman was his biggest defender. BRUTAL.
For Mrs. Thomas to track down Ms. Hill and demand an apology makes my brain cease up. Questioning Ms. Hill's motivation renders me speechless.
h/t Trakker @ Neon Gods.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
The One that Got Away
Once in a lifetime, the one enters your life. There is just something about the look, the way he moves, his execution. He doesn't wander around the mound, play with himself, call constant timeouts for endless conversations with his catcher. He prepares before the game, has a plan goes right to the business at hand.
Ohhhh Baby.
There is no doubt in my mind, Ruben Amaro watched Cliff Lee drop the Yankees like a returning high school star pitching to a little league team; experienced the same feeling.
As a phan, the rumors abound as to how this baseball romance ended. Like star crossed lovers, the timing did seem to be right. Lee is a Philly kind of guy. Working class sensibility with the right amount of attitude and charm. Only Lee and Amaro know the real deal.
He moved on and so did we...sort of.
During interviews throughout the season, Lee speaks longingly of his brief stint in Philly.
Oswalt is nice, but he doesn't have the it factor that stops you in your tracks.
When the one pitches, the game is no longer a backdrop to a novel or other activities. Big Daddy Lee commands your attention.
As the game ended, with a heartbroken sigh, I ponder what could have been and pine after the one that got away.
Maybe, just maybe, Amaro will create a miracle and Big Daddy will return the loving cheers of the Philly Phaithful.
What the hell, a girl can dream.....
Ohhhh Baby.
There is no doubt in my mind, Ruben Amaro watched Cliff Lee drop the Yankees like a returning high school star pitching to a little league team; experienced the same feeling.
As a phan, the rumors abound as to how this baseball romance ended. Like star crossed lovers, the timing did seem to be right. Lee is a Philly kind of guy. Working class sensibility with the right amount of attitude and charm. Only Lee and Amaro know the real deal.
He moved on and so did we...sort of.
During interviews throughout the season, Lee speaks longingly of his brief stint in Philly.
Oswalt is nice, but he doesn't have the it factor that stops you in your tracks.
When the one pitches, the game is no longer a backdrop to a novel or other activities. Big Daddy Lee commands your attention.
As the game ended, with a heartbroken sigh, I ponder what could have been and pine after the one that got away.
Maybe, just maybe, Amaro will create a miracle and Big Daddy will return the loving cheers of the Philly Phaithful.
What the hell, a girl can dream.....
Monday, October 18, 2010
Budapest, Prague & Berlin
Budapest, Prague & Berlin it sounds like a European law firm or a big hair Eighties musical group.
The next skate, bike trip is going to cover these cities with a possible stop in Putin's Russia.
These cities were never on my bucket list, but the same team who organized the Canada trip is organizing this little adventure. Our hotels were nice and very welcoming to our eclectic group of travellers..
The group travelled well together and the drama was kept to a minimum.
My only issue with my last trip to Europe were the bathrooms. Ok, it was a big issue.
Even as a history major, my interest was our young Republic. So I know very little about this part of the world and what I know isn't exactly positive.
As I began my research, I shot my friend who invited me the following text: "Are there any black people in Prague?"
He quickly responded "Ah about the same number in Budapest."
After laughing, I figured it will be the same number in Montana.
What the hell, why not?
The next skate, bike trip is going to cover these cities with a possible stop in Putin's Russia.
These cities were never on my bucket list, but the same team who organized the Canada trip is organizing this little adventure. Our hotels were nice and very welcoming to our eclectic group of travellers..
The group travelled well together and the drama was kept to a minimum.
My only issue with my last trip to Europe were the bathrooms. Ok, it was a big issue.
Even as a history major, my interest was our young Republic. So I know very little about this part of the world and what I know isn't exactly positive.
As I began my research, I shot my friend who invited me the following text: "Are there any black people in Prague?"
He quickly responded "Ah about the same number in Budapest."
After laughing, I figured it will be the same number in Montana.
What the hell, why not?
Ouch
I fell in love with football when Lynn Swann was running for passes not political office.
My struggle with this sport is the violence. The legal hit to LeSean Jackson was frightening to watch. The kid was out cold for two minutes. Not good.
Maybe I am paying more attention, but it seems to getting worse.
Unlike the other sports, the NFL has a short season. Eighteen weeks. Weddings, parties and even funerals are planned around a favorite team.
Many fans, like me rarely go to the game, but game is a backdrop to my fall activities. Even in my Mom's dementia altered mind, she is still appalled about a Christmas dinner scheduled around an Eagles games. Dessert was served during the game.
If all of the football fans voted with the same passion our Congress would look much different.
The players are bigger, faster, stronger.
Cris Carter recommended a bigger field which will slow the game.
It's a start.
OR, fans like me stop supporting it...
My struggle with this sport is the violence. The legal hit to LeSean Jackson was frightening to watch. The kid was out cold for two minutes. Not good.
Maybe I am paying more attention, but it seems to getting worse.
Unlike the other sports, the NFL has a short season. Eighteen weeks. Weddings, parties and even funerals are planned around a favorite team.
Many fans, like me rarely go to the game, but game is a backdrop to my fall activities. Even in my Mom's dementia altered mind, she is still appalled about a Christmas dinner scheduled around an Eagles games. Dessert was served during the game.
If all of the football fans voted with the same passion our Congress would look much different.
The players are bigger, faster, stronger.
Cris Carter recommended a bigger field which will slow the game.
It's a start.
OR, fans like me stop supporting it...
Pitchers are ball players too
How often is the spot in the batting line up for the pitcher is an automatic out? Well, our boy Roy O was not having it.
He had a good first at bat. When Chase's bat did not produce a hit, he reached for Rollin's bat which had failed the owner throughout the season.
In the 2008 series, Brett Myers' unthinkable at-bat was a unbelievable turning point in the post series.
If the Phillies win the World Series this year, phans will look to the site of this not so fast red streak, defying all the rules and sliding home. The Bank rocked.
When the coach of the year strode out on the mound in the eighth inning to relieve a Oswalt for a job well done, my guess was Oswalt was not having it.
Again, defying the rules, Manuel left him to complete the eighth inning. The boys left me and all of Philadelphia breathless.
Lesson here.........screw the rules.
Memo to Hamels, no low inside fast balls to Mr. #$% Ross......
He had a good first at bat. When Chase's bat did not produce a hit, he reached for Rollin's bat which had failed the owner throughout the season.
In the 2008 series, Brett Myers' unthinkable at-bat was a unbelievable turning point in the post series.
If the Phillies win the World Series this year, phans will look to the site of this not so fast red streak, defying all the rules and sliding home. The Bank rocked.
When the coach of the year strode out on the mound in the eighth inning to relieve a Oswalt for a job well done, my guess was Oswalt was not having it.
Again, defying the rules, Manuel left him to complete the eighth inning. The boys left me and all of Philadelphia breathless.
Lesson here.........screw the rules.
Memo to Hamels, no low inside fast balls to Mr. #$% Ross......
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Scary Times
With the fall comes the race for the World Series (Go Phillies), fall elections and evidence of the arrival of Halloween.
The folks behind the masks do not scare me as much as those who have a platform on FAUX news and the need for the MSM to give angry white people a voice.
The Republicans pull out all stops when they lose power. This started when the Hick from Arkansas was elected to their surprise, not once but twice.
Now my God, there is a Negro in the White House this is just untenable.
You can't change the mind of angry person.
But there are those who only sort of pay attention, indifferent toward the voting process, with the right information can be swayed.
In 2006, several of my close friends and I got off the sidelines and got very involved in politics.
We became committee people; wrote checks for progressive candidates and hit the streets for GOTV. It reached a crescendo in 2008.
Silly us, we actually thought we did something.
With the blatant refusal to accept the legitimacy of this Presidency and a ball-less Congress, we have returned to 2008 fighting form.
We have shot at knockimg off Gerlach and Toomey. Onorato has been painfully absent on this side of the state.
He needs the critical five county suburban area to win. It has been trending blue for years.
It has been the fear of the alternative that has driven most activists versus embracing a candidate..Sestak comes to mind.
The voter indifference will be the death to our Republic. Let's hope more folks show up on November 2, and stay engaged or Frank Rich will be right.....again.
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