Archive for January 21, 2013
Big hair. Big beard. Loving life despite the lack of a big smile.
A big smile didn’t look right, but really, I’m happy and doing well.
Read the Full PostWarning: Politics ahead – Specious Speeches
Posted today on Facebook by Kathleen Trelease Blackwood, one of my teachers from high school: Today’s Inaugural speech was impressive and I would love to meet the speechwriter. But, it isn’t Obama. I’ve listened closely to most of what he has had to say, in debates five years ago, in campaign speeches, in press conferences,…
Read the Full PostTaxes Suck
We all know that paying taxes sucks. Preparing to pay them, or even getting a refund sucks more because it’s more work. The brilliance of the payroll deduction system is that we never actually see that money, so we don’t really miss it. It’s subtle. Preparing all the paperwork is a royal pain. I’m working…
Read the Full PostMoving to Vegas: Waiting for Lunch
Previous Installment: Moving to Vegas: More Driving On the road and hungry, Dad and I, adhering to the “local flavor if possible” rule of the road, had stopped at the only place for miles around. It was surprisingly bright and clean, but the owner serving us was a bit relaxed in her approach to service.…
Read the Full PostCalifornia is a fine place to live – if you happen…
California is a fine place to live – if you happen to be an orange.
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