This video came from the American Friends Service Committee website and it’s very powerful. As we approach Memorial Day let us consider what other memorials there could be. War is not nor does it have to be the only memorial. There are other ways to help our fellows. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wnq6cD5jk1Q] Sign a petition to end and … Read more
Today when I arrived home from work I checked my mail. The largest parcel came from the American Friends Service Committee. When I opened the large envelope it contained a poster that can be displayed that simply states Friends for Peace. The American Friends Service Committee holds a special place in my heart. They are … Read more
Olberman’s rant and my earlier post made me think of a touching lyric I first heard a couple of years ago and I blogged about it then. Music animates my life and always has. These lyrics by Pink are powerful and as moving as when I first heard them. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4eRApNHSRRk] Dear Mr. President, Come take … Read more
Yesterday, President Bush told a reporter that he gave up golf to be in solidarity with the parents of loved ones who had been killed in Iraq. Soldiers, Sailors, Air Force and Marines who’ve been killed in an un-necessary and illegal war can draw solace that Mr. Bush has given up golf. What a guy? … Read more
We need a revolution in the United States. Barack Obama is giving voice to populism the likes of which is refreshing and a change from business as usual. Hilary Clinton and John McCain represent the old order. In the midst of this change is an under-current of hope that will not be extinguished. The United … Read more
This little boy did a very dangerous thing. He stole a car. But, he is one of the most adorable children I’ve ever seen. I love to hear his seven year old logic when confronted by the authorities. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcoL1fSyFAo]
I love Carlos Santana. In addition to Jimi Hendrix, George Harrison and George Benson he is one of my favorites. His music has an ethereal quality quite unlike anyone else I’ve ever heard. I hope you enjoy this Youtube video that I came across on the site of one of my visitors. My recent trip … Read more
On April 21, 2008, Senator Hilary Clinton while appearing on Keith Olberman’s program said that if Iran were to attack Israel with nuclear weapons the United States would retaliate massively with nuclear weapons. This sort of outrageous thinking is what led to World War I. Senator Clinton’s appalling lack of perspective leaves her unfit to … Read more
Lately I’ve been discouraged a great deal. Gasoline prices are rising nearly everyday and we seem powerless to stop it. As a person who needs to travel or provide transport for others this means more than temporary discomfort. Add to that the march of some in our government toward war with Iran and no real … Read more
I noticed that when driving on the New York State Thruway that driver’s were actually obeying the speed limit. Even the big trucks were slowed down. I normally get passed a lot and this time it didn’t happen much. Despite what the pundits and our nincompoop President have said Americans can’t take much more and … Read more
