Ohio River at Leavenworth

Over and Over Again

It is common for people to ask the same question over and over again. To be honest, this can be quite annoying, But sometimes the repetition is essential to get at a hidden answer, perhaps one not even known by the person himself. So if you are asking me questions and not getting a satisfying response, hang in there. I am really an old softie and will give in sooner or later.....doc

Trouble Unleashed

I threatened to get a new computer last weekend. What was I thinking! It is proudly sitting on my desk waiting for me to use it. Trouble is, it doesn't do anything to make the writing process any easier. You will be able to see my progress based on the number of mistakes I make or the assinine statements for which I apologize profusely. But I know the answer to the problem Unfortunately, I can't tell or the spirit of Miss Bosley will come and get me.

Open Wide

I went to the dentist today in what I had hoped would be my last visit. Wrong. I have seven teeth to get rid of and two partial plates. Why me? I have had enough bad luck for a while. This is only adding insult to my injury. At any rate, I have to do something with my time, so I guess the dentist is a good as anything else. So I better open wide and take it like a man.---doc

Sammie the Cat

Palin and Hong Kong

Well, it's over. The speech everyone wanted to see and hear has been delivered. I know I would have loved to have been there. But I guess I will have to take transcripts of the speech. And from what I hear, it was dynamite, knocking everyone, even the ner-do-wells and skeptics right off their cans. People, you better believe why there is still time to get on board. She is the real thing. If you don't believe me, just wait a while. I am always right about things like this. This time is no different. Ciao....Es

Thinking of Neda

Tonight I am feeling very sad. I am mourning the death of a young girl that I never even heard of three days ago. I am talking about Neda, the 27 year old who was killed by police in the fury of the Tehran uprising.
It's not that she was killed uselessly, which is obvious, but that she went out that day to voice her opinion, her God given right, and she was killed for her efforts. She never dreamed that she would die that day. The look on her face as she list there in the Tehran street is something I will be a long time forgetting.
I feel sorry for all the Nadas of the world who only want a better life, but instead meet an early death. On the other hand I am grateful for Nada and the example she set. She did what we all should do: stand up for what we believe, whether it be in Iran or Main Street. Good job, Neda. I honor you and your compatriots. Rest easy after a job well done.