Tag Archives: humor

I surrender

Posted on July 19, 2020 by

Surrender, White People!: Our Unconditional Terms for Peace by D.L. Hughley My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is one of the best books I’ve read on the history of racism in America. Much of the factual data presented in … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on the truth

Posted on April 4, 2020 by

Anne Lamott is one of my favorite authors. There is so much that I can identify with in her writing. I came across this TED talk today on the Twitter feed of Nadia Bolz-Weber. Her concept of God is close … Continue reading →

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Bubba

Posted on July 26, 2009 by

This teddy bear has been part of the family for almost fifteen years now. Originally purchased as a Christmas gift for Dara when she was in elementary school.   Dara named him Bubba. About five years ago when we moved … Continue reading →

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Peanut butter and jelly

Posted on October 29, 2008 by

John McCain is losing and now he’s pulling out all the stops. He’s accusing Obama of being a communist and recently I’ve seen that some of the right wing talk show hosts are insisting that Obama is a marxist.  This … Continue reading →

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Deregulation?

Posted on September 21, 2008 by

Just today I read that John McCain wants to de-regulate health care. Mr. McCain believes that the way the market functions best is when government leaves its hands off. In an ideal society where everyone really is honest with everyone … Continue reading →

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Relief from weasels

Posted on July 22, 2008 by

We are in another election year. It’s a cycle that lasts longer than “road construction” it seems. Each year the hookah gets deeper and deeper. Politicians have always been full of it, but with 24×7 spin doctors on all the … Continue reading →

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Presidential qualities

Posted on July 4, 2008 by

Wes Clark is an American hero and so is John McCain. Wes Clark served in Vietnam and so did John. George Bush did not serve in Vietnam and may not have fulfilled his commitment to the Alabama National Guard. Dick … Continue reading →

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In memoriam

Posted on June 24, 2008 by

I learned early this morning from a colleague that George Carlin had died. I was surprised and saddened and throughout the day I thought of George and the impact he had on me, on our culture and how we look … Continue reading →

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Thank you Comedy Central

Posted on June 9, 2008 by

I hadn’t heard that. Too funny. I wonder if the  President has heard of $5 a gallon gasoline.

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David Rees

Posted on June 4, 2008 by

First thing I did after running nearly 9 kilometers this morning was come home to a refreshing shower and then off to check my Google Mail. I’m a fan of David Rees on Huffington Post and Dave must be an … Continue reading →

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