Monday, February 9, 2009

I just finished watching President Obama's national TV press conference. Finally, once again, an articulate and knowledgeable American world leader. 

Monday, February 2, 2009

About 10 years ago I imagined retiring in 20 years at about age 65. Ten years later, I'm looking forward to retiring in about 20 years. Where did it all go? "Trickle down" was really "bubble up".

Tuesday, January 27, 2009

Rush Limbaugh: "I hope he fails" - posted by David


Let the record show. I NEVER heard anyone say these words about George W. Bush: "I hope he fails". But Rush Limbaugh said it. See the whole story at http://thinkprogress.org/2009/01/20/limbaugh-obama-fail

There is a huge difference between how George Bush began his presidency in 2001, compared to that of Barack Obama in 2009. Sure, there were or are unhappy, dissatisfied voters who didn't "get their way". That's just the way it is in in our democracy. The difference is that any disapproval of Bush was the direct result of the outcomes of his actions and policies. But for Obama, president now for barely a week, there really are no results yet. In fact, the right-wing slime machine has been up and running, in full gear, since last November 5. 

What do you have to say about this? What do you think? Is this the way you want your neighborhood, community, city,  state, or nation to be?

Sunday, January 25, 2009

Dream Doggy Beers - by Oscar

Lorna, the younger daughter of my people, once talked about an interest in becoming a brewmaster. There are already some beers with a canine theme - Hair of the Dog in Portland and Flying Dog Pub in Aspen. So I have some suggestions for Lorna's beers based on the names of my cousins, Chloe, Stanley and Jason.

**Chloe Bimbo Blonde Hefeweizen**
Your unfiltered basic - looks better than it tastes
(or is it the other way around?)

**Flat Face Stanley Stout**
In a wide-mouth bottle for easy drinking, no dribbling

**Jason IPA Lot**
Extra hops, more taste, and a little "lift" in every bottle