Massachusetts Senator Edward M. Kennedy passed away Tuesday night of complications related to a cancerous brain tumor: U.S. Senator Edward Kennedy, a towering figure in the Democratic Party who took the helm of one of America’s most fabled political families after two older brothers were assassinated, died at age 77, his family said. “Edward M. [...]
Independence Day: Happy 233rd America!
July 4, 2009 By Leave a Comment
In CONGRESS, July 4, 1776. The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America, When in the course of human Events, it becomes necessary for one People to dissolve the Political Bands which have connected them with another, and to assume among the Powers of the Earth, the separate and equal Station to which [...]
Godspeed Hannah
June 17, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Hey folks, I just wanted to take a break from politics and pass on some sad news… 5 Year old Hannah Garman has lost her battle with cancer, she passed away lats night. Hannah’s father, Darin left a message on her CaringBridge page last night: Tonight at 5:45 Hannah went home to be with Jesus. [...]
Flag Day 2009
June 14, 2009 By Leave a Comment
I can’t think of a better tribute to Old Glory on her 232nd birthday than the incomparable Johnny Cash: Here’s to Old Glory, long may she wave! Today is also the 234th birthday of the United States Army. God Bless America… Go Army.
Happy Easter
April 12, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Easter is a celebration of love that never fails… …And life that never ends. May your day be filled with joy!
Don’t Let the Sweet Face Fool You…
April 6, 2009 By Leave a Comment
… She’s a terror. I didn’t have much time for blogging this weekend since I had my hands full with this little beast: I’m puppy sitting while my sister and her family are away on vacation… Don’t let the sweet face fool you, she’s a terror… And completely lovable. Unfortunately, she’s all of about 9 [...]
Happy Saint Patrick’s Day
March 17, 2009 By Leave a Comment
May your glass be ever full. May the roof over your head be always strong. And may you be in heaven half an hour before the devil knows you’re dead.
Here We Go Again
January 28, 2009 By Leave a Comment
The forces of global warming are once again burying Dogpatch under a blanket of white… Current forecasts call for 4 to 6 inches of snow followed by freezing rain. I’ll be spending the day with a good book and new albums from two of my favorite jazz artists… Jane Monheit and Renee Olstead.
Prayers for Hannah
January 27, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Last month I blogged about 4 year old Hannah Garman. I know many of joined in helping fulfill Hannah’s Christmas wish of getting as many Christmas cards as possible. Hannah was diagnosed with a rare, incurable brain tumor in October 2008. A few days ago Michelle Malkin posted an update on Hannah’s condition: Reader Greg, [...]
Puppy Sitting
January 23, 2009 By Leave a Comment
The last couple of weeks have been a blur of hospital visits, doctors, nurses and restless nights… A member of my family was admitted to the hospital on January 9th the short version is their prognosis isn’t good. One of the few bright spots has been puppy sitting for my niece and nephew’s new dog… [...]
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