Does this just happen in the South?
The Friday Photo March 28, 2014 For some time now I’ve wondered what the intent is behind putting the words “in memory of” on vehicles. Did the driver buy the car in honor of the deceased? Are they driving in memory of the deceased? When you trade the vehicle in, is there any type of … Continue reading "Does this just happen in the South?"
Being asleep at the wheel is costing GA taxpayers
From Better Georgia When it comes to expensive, frustrating and broken websites for government programs, the President’s got nothing on Gov. Nathan Deal. Georgia taxpayers are shelling out nearly half a million dollars a week just in overtime pay to fix Gov. Deal’s broken system for Georgia’s neediest families – those applying for help to feed their … Continue reading "Being asleep at the wheel is costing GA taxpayers"
Lewis requires no coach
My Congressman, Rep Paul Broun, spent $33K of taxpayer dollars to hire a rhetoric coach. He didn’t do that because he isn’t making his opinions clear to voters. He made the hire because he knows he can’t get elected saying what he believes (you know, Big Bang Theory and Evolution are lies from the pits … Continue reading "Lewis requires no coach"
Raise a glass!
Today is World Water Day. Protect and enjoy it.
Fancy bikes
The Friday Photo March 21, 2014 Last weekend Charlotte was the host city for National Handmade Bicycle Show. David thought that would be a good way to celebrate his birthday. As soon as we walked in, David, and his work wife and bike riding friend, Leslie, had to figure out the mechanics of carbon chains. … Continue reading "Fancy bikes"
Quit whining!
I can’t even wrap my head around Minnesota’s Republican State Rep Andre Keiffer’s comments on equal pay legislation for women in her state. Keiffer must be sharing a playbook with Texas GOP leader Beth Cubriel, who thinks women are just so “busy,” and we should learn to be better negotiators. Ralph Reed is still stuck … Continue reading "Quit whining!"
Even Bill Koch has given up on coal
“The #coal business in the United States has kind of died,” says Koch brother. Energy Trend Tracker
This pinch hitter sends it out of the ballpark
Three amazing women decided to post a photograph everyday and create a blog called 3x3x365. The first photo on each day’s post belongs to Patti Digh, the second to Kathryn Schuth, and the third is Amy McCracken’s. Sometimes when life adventures take one of them them away from the connected world, they call in a … Continue reading "This pinch hitter sends it out of the ballpark"
Hints of spring in rural Georgia
The Friday Photo March 14, 2014 Dirt roads, ponds, brilliant sunshine, and a quiet Sunday afternoon
Who are you calling bossy?
Under the bare branches
The Friday Photo March 7, 2014 We watched the sun fade away last Sunday under the bare branches of pecan trees in our front yard.
Get some religion on Coal Ash Wednesday
North Carolina artist Kathy Clark is calling for the tradition of Ash Wednesday to also be Coal Ash Wednesday. She is encouraging people to reduce their use of electricity as much as possible today as a reminder of the damage coal ash continues to do in the Dan River. Clark is urging people to use … Continue reading "Get some religion on Coal Ash Wednesday"
Just press pause
Senator Josh McKoon R-Columbus, thinks that Georgia taxpayer dollars shouldn’t be used for legal medical choices that a teacher or state employee covered by state health insurance might make with her doctor because some people might find her decision to be “morally repugnant and reprehensible.” Does this mean Jehovah Witnesses who pay state taxes and object … Continue reading "Just press pause"
Timeless toys
The Friday Photo February 28, 2014 Ella had these blocks out of the toy cabinet in under two minutes after coming in the house. She is the third generation to play with them.
Georgia doesn’t need to legislate hate
Arizona’s Republican United States Senators, John McCain and Jeff Flake, are joining the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and major corporations and calling for Gov Jan Brewer to reject SB 1062, a bill designed to allow discrimination against gay people (and who knows who else) based on the religion of the person who feels a need … Continue reading "Georgia doesn’t need to legislate hate"
At a glance, February 21, 2014
The Atlantic covers a Brookings Institute report on income inequality in 50 of America’s cities. Atlanta leads the list. Got water? Centerville resident Bill Ferguson says SB 213, the Flint River bill, isn’t a good idea. He explains why in today’s Macon Telegraph. Rep Mike Dudgeon’s HB 874, which would have made solar power much … Continue reading "At a glance, February 21, 2014"
Share your excitement
The Friday Photo February 21, 2014 What a great way to share excitement.
It isn’t about honoring heritage. The war is over. Really.
Georgia has issued a new car tag featuring the Confederate flag, with $10 dollars of the $80 fee going to the Sons of Confederate Veterans, who will use the revenue for “educational activities” and preservation efforts. What century is this Georgia?
Four and counting
Remember that little ice event we had in Middle Georgia last week? As bucket trucks streamed into Washington County, preparations were underway to house approximately 25 linemen in the wellness center at Washington County Regional Hospital. While the storm was making its way east towards us, Lower Oconee Hospital in Glenwood closed its doors. That’s the … Continue reading "Four and counting"
So long Pax
The Friday Photo February 14, 2014 We’re a little bruised and ragged on the edges, but the clean up is underway and the lights will be back on soon (I hope).