Reading assignment
The Friday Photo September 12, 2014 The Koran figures into so many important discussions and decisions for the world. I decided to read it myself.
How we have failed since September 11, 2001
Tonight President Obama will address the nation about ISIS and any actions that we may take in response to the horrific murders of Americans and innocent civilians at the hands of terrorists. Tomorrow there will be an observance in my community, and many others, to honor the thousands of lives lost to hate and terrorism, … Continue reading "How we have failed since September 11, 2001"
Victims are not volunteers
This letter was sent to The Sandersville Progress in response to owner Bob Tribble’s column. Bob Tribble’s column on August 26, 2014 included a statement that isn’t accurate regarding the child victims of convicted Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky. Tribble wrote,”Some lost their virginity involuntarily by a man whom they once trusted.” Victims don’t … Continue reading "Victims are not volunteers"
West Charlotte Lions
The Friday Photo September 5, 2014 The first floor room in the corner is where I took Latin. The middle of the second floor is where I took French classes. If I had gone to high school before Swann v Char-Meck Schools was decided in 1970, West Charlotte High School would have only been a … Continue reading "West Charlotte Lions"
A burning take on the Ice Bucket Challenge
This was posted on my friend, Derek Maingot, on his Facebook page on August 21. He kindly agreed to let me repost it here. I’ve been asked by several hundred (slight exaggeration) people now why I’ve not done the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. Two WEEKS ago Zhan was the first person I saw on the internet doing … Continue reading "A burning take on the Ice Bucket Challenge"
Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is
The Friday Photo August 29, 2014 To borrow a slogan from an old toothpaste commercial, “Put your money where your mouth is.” I’m making a real effort to find and support businesses who are willing to post a sign saying guns don’t belong in theirs.
Tarbuttons are big funders for Gov Deal
There’s no doubt that money follows power. When your primary measure for the most important appointments is “who has money and who will give it to me” then you have a government like Nathan Deal’s, which is dominated by a few major donors instead of reflecting the diversity of Georgia’s citizens. Last week the Atlanta Journal … Continue reading "Tarbuttons are big funders for Gov Deal"
Awesome! Do it again!
The Friday Photo August 22, 2014 We paddled to Factory Shoals last Saturday, where the Alcovy River joins Lake Jackson. Chase shouted, “Awesome! Do it again” after he managed to tip himself and his grandfather out of their canoe at the bottom of the rapids.
Just chill
My friend Karl Stephan posted a gorgeous piece of art work yesterday inspired by the ALS Ice Water Challenge. Karl is stepping up to the challenge too. This is what he posted on Facebook: I will donate ALL proceeds from the sale of this painting after my expenses*: half to ALS and half to the … Continue reading "Just chill"
“Guns Everywhere” results in first reported death
The Atlanta Journal Constitution and Raw Story are reporting that a Texas woman visiting Helen, GA was killed by a stray bullet outside a bar over the weekend. According to Raw Story, 53-year-old Glenn Patrick Lampien, from Jasper, GA was outside the Old Heidelberg bar and restaurant on Helen’s crowded Main Street when he accidentally shot … Continue reading "“Guns Everywhere” results in first reported death"
What’s happening to teachers’ health insurance is just TRAGIC
This was posted on the Teachers Rallying Against Insurance Change (T.R.A.G.I.C.) group page. It is an open group, so if you want to stay current on what the state and Governor Deal are doing to teacher’s health coverage join the group and do your part to protect one of Georgia’s most valuable resources, our public school … Continue reading "What’s happening to teachers’ health insurance is just TRAGIC"
Bid Day
The Friday Photo August 15, 2014 Yesterday I had to meet someone at Georgia College in nearby Milledgeville. I snagged a great parking spot facing the campus quad shaded by tall trees and surrounded by beautiful buildings. I happened upon sorority Bid Day announcements, a ritual that is taking place across college campuses now. I’d … Continue reading "Bid Day"
Fox News “A-Team” doc says Michelle Obama “needs to drop a few”
Shepard Smith isn’t the only one making completely inappropriate comments at Fox News this week. Yesterday psychiatrist Dr Keith Ablow, a member of the cable channel’s “Medical A- Team” said First Lady Michelle Obama isn’t qualified to advocate for improved children’s nutrition because she needs to “drop a few” pounds. This is wrong on so … Continue reading "Fox News “A-Team” doc says Michelle Obama “needs to drop a few”"
Hancock County has lost a treasure
Hancock County and Georgia lost a beautiful building early this morning when the Hancock County Courthouse burned. Last year the building was placed on the Georgia Trust’s “Places in Peril” list. Hancock County is the poorest county in Georgia, and the 55th poorest in the country (US Census data). I visited the courthouse many … Continue reading "Hancock County has lost a treasure"
The rules of the game are changing
The Friday Photo August 8, 2014 This looks like a lot meetings do, with PowerPoint presentations and charts that are hard to read from the back of the room. It was the first public meeting held by the Georgia Environmental Protection Division to discuss how Georgia will meet the EPA’s carbon pollution rule. Georgia’s Plant … Continue reading "The rules of the game are changing"
Wading into the new normal
The Friday Photo August 1, 2014 We’ve been very much out of our regular routine at work and home due to an illness in our family. The dogs couldn’t believe it when David left late Sunday afternoon to spend another night in his mother’s hospital room. My mother-in-law is much improved, but will be staying … Continue reading "Wading into the new normal"
The best of Southern traditions
The Friday Photo July 25, 2014 About two years ago a woman newly relocated to Sandersville from New York State readily made friends with a group of women who like to begin their day with a 5:45 aerobics classes. Just a few months after settling in arthritis problems flared up and she required a second … Continue reading "The best of Southern traditions"
#weknownathan
Yesterday Nathan Deal’s campaign operatives launched a new slogan complete with t-shirts and bumper stickers, #weknownathan. And yep, the Democrats, with the always keen work of Better Georgia, co-opted it and made it ours. Even the Conservative Peach Pundit scolded the Deal campaign for its utter cluelessness about social media. A quick search of #weknownathan shows that … Continue reading "#weknownathan"
Don’t tread on me
The Friday Photo July 18, 2014 Jody Hice and Mike Collins, the Republican candidates vying for Georgia’s 10th Congressional District, expound on the rights of citizens above big government. Eager supporters of both campaigns have let their enthusiasm trample the property rights of private citizens. Both campaigns have placed signs on private property belonging to … Continue reading "Don’t tread on me"
Rinse, reuse, refill
A man commented to me that it has been hot and dry as we waited in a line together last week. A reusable water bottle is a constant companion with me year-round, so I held up the blue metal bottle I had filled up before leaving the house and said I can’t drink enough water … Continue reading "Rinse, reuse, refill"