I'm not a fan of Governor Palin. She makes me certain that McCain is not ready to be President. She is not a good choice for the America that lets people have a choice. More later but I had to say something about the completed Republican ticket.
Peace and safety be with New Orleans and the South as the await the fate of another hurricane. Let's pray they are more fortunate than with Katrina, theatrics by the Republicans and President Bush aside.
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Unity
I just saw an appalling woman on television and had to find her website and write to her via the site. She is co-founder of an organization (PUMA - Party Unity My Ass) against the Democratic Party's adopted "Unity" between Clinton and Obama supporters. She is involved or a founder of other pro-Hillary organizations and I think a really immature and bitter woman.
Here's what I wrote (keep in mind it is almost 1am in New Jersey and I should be asleep) to her website which she probably won't see but I had to vent:
I just saw Elizabeth Joyce (Liz on this site) on Larry King and had she not mentioned the emails she would get, I probably wouldn't have bothered to look her up and find this site. I think that Democrats writing to her are not unaccepting of ideas different from theirs but more unaccepting of her willingness to deny Barack Obama her vote because he hasn't "asked her" for her vote. I can't speak for all Democrats but I can speak for myself. She sounded incredibly juvenile on Larry King Live and her arguement started to lose steam when she was asked what Obama could do to get her vote. Also, in saying the Obama supporters weren't welcoming her, she was equally immature. Do you talk to them? I was in Texas during their primary and caucus election and worked with Obama supporters in a very hostile situation. I think she is the one who is close-minded. She should think about her ideals and what is important to her. If it was just that Hillary is a woman and Barack isn't, her vote is probably not something anyone but another woman could win. If her vote is for the policy stances of the candidate or party, she should realize that Barack and Hillary have never been far apart where that is concerned. I'm pretty annoyed and wish I hadn't heard or seen Liz Joyce. Quit whining. Shoes aren't important. People are.
Here is what she said according to The Denver Post:
Elizabeth Joyce of Boston, a staunch Clinton supporter and a co-founder of PUMA, or Party Unity My Ass, said she hadn't committeed to McCain but was listening to him.
"Ironically, Sen. Obama has not asked for my vote," Joyce said. "If I vote for Sen. McCain, it would be a protest vote.
"I thought the Democrats were the good guys."
I think that it is time for everyone to unite. I understand people being bitter and also fuly agree that the primary and caucus processes were totally unfair. That battle needs to be fought but not at the expense of the election, not at the cost that a McCain presidency will bring. It may be true that Hillary isn't the nominee because she is a woman or maybe because of President Clinton but regardless, those are not reasons either to vote for McCain.
Democrats, let's get it together.
Here's what I wrote (keep in mind it is almost 1am in New Jersey and I should be asleep) to her website which she probably won't see but I had to vent:
I just saw Elizabeth Joyce (Liz on this site) on Larry King and had she not mentioned the emails she would get, I probably wouldn't have bothered to look her up and find this site. I think that Democrats writing to her are not unaccepting of ideas different from theirs but more unaccepting of her willingness to deny Barack Obama her vote because he hasn't "asked her" for her vote. I can't speak for all Democrats but I can speak for myself. She sounded incredibly juvenile on Larry King Live and her arguement started to lose steam when she was asked what Obama could do to get her vote. Also, in saying the Obama supporters weren't welcoming her, she was equally immature. Do you talk to them? I was in Texas during their primary and caucus election and worked with Obama supporters in a very hostile situation. I think she is the one who is close-minded. She should think about her ideals and what is important to her. If it was just that Hillary is a woman and Barack isn't, her vote is probably not something anyone but another woman could win. If her vote is for the policy stances of the candidate or party, she should realize that Barack and Hillary have never been far apart where that is concerned. I'm pretty annoyed and wish I hadn't heard or seen Liz Joyce. Quit whining. Shoes aren't important. People are.
Here is what she said according to The Denver Post:
Elizabeth Joyce of Boston, a staunch Clinton supporter and a co-founder of PUMA, or Party Unity My Ass, said she hadn't committeed to McCain but was listening to him.
"Ironically, Sen. Obama has not asked for my vote," Joyce said. "If I vote for Sen. McCain, it would be a protest vote.
"I thought the Democrats were the good guys."
I think that it is time for everyone to unite. I understand people being bitter and also fuly agree that the primary and caucus processes were totally unfair. That battle needs to be fought but not at the expense of the election, not at the cost that a McCain presidency will bring. It may be true that Hillary isn't the nominee because she is a woman or maybe because of President Clinton but regardless, those are not reasons either to vote for McCain.
Democrats, let's get it together.
Hillary for Obama
Hillary isn't quite done speaking but her speech so far has been poignant and positive and I am proud for working for her, if only for a little while. I'm also so glad I got home from a superfluous meal in time to see the speech.
Obama, '08, it is time. We as Democrats HAVE to come together and fight. Clinton is right. A thought from her: "I want you to ask yourselves, "Were you in this campaign just for me...or were you in in for all the people in this country who feel invisible?""
Obama, '08, it is time. We as Democrats HAVE to come together and fight. Clinton is right. A thought from her: "I want you to ask yourselves, "Were you in this campaign just for me...or were you in in for all the people in this country who feel invisible?""
Senator Kennedy at the DNC
I didn't see as much of the convention as I wanted to because I was in a plane and driving but I did get to watch Senator Kennedy's speech online. The speech is in excerpts but it is inspiring. I saw it but didn't hear it when it aired and I could tell it was impassioned. It was.
I can't write more now but just want to make sure people see this.
I have finally gotten over the fact that Clinton isn't going to be President this time. I am ready to vote for Barack Obama.
I can't write more now but just want to make sure people see this.
I have finally gotten over the fact that Clinton isn't going to be President this time. I am ready to vote for Barack Obama.
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
Back on the Ground
At one point, I found the peace that comes in silence and mindfulness. It was pure silence, inside and out. It was awe for the beauty in breathing. It was uninterrupted for a moment. There was no noise; no crickets singing, no voices speaking, no cars passing by. I was floating in mid-air just less than a mile above Lake Elsinore and I felt it. I was present in that moment and acutely aware of the grandness of the world and the simplicity of it, when it is allowed to be simple. I saw the big picture for a moment and realized how small is the frame I try to fit it in.
It was one of those moments best described in the film "American Beauty". "Sometimes there is so much beauty in the world I feel like I can't take it, like my heart is just going to cave in."
I was skydiving when I felt this. First we went up to 12,500 free above the ground. Then, my partner and I jumped. Then, we sank at 120mph for over 1 mile during free-fall. I was scared but I knew I was safe. I wasn't scared that I'd die or that the parachute wouldn't open. I was scared that I was actually going through with something that I never thought I would and that might lead to me doing it again. At 5,000 feet, I pulled the cord and the parachute opened. I really thought I wouldn't have the wits to pull the cord but I had control. I think for the first time in months, I had control of something.
Jumping out of a plane was simple compared to making some of the changes I want to make in my life. In all honesty, I might not have been in that plane had someone not pushed me and I might not have jumped out had I not been pushed. I need to be the force on the ground though. There is no push, there is only the shove and there is only me to do it. What a lovely metaphor skydiving would be for my life right now if only I hadn't gone tandem and hadn't been pushed. Still, I did something I never though that I would do and I know I have it in me to do that again, even if it is on a smaller scale. I want to feel that rush of adrenaline and the calm afterwards.
I think I was happy as I floated above the Earth and I think that on Saturday, I was given the gift of perspective that is just now coming into focus.
It was one of those moments best described in the film "American Beauty". "Sometimes there is so much beauty in the world I feel like I can't take it, like my heart is just going to cave in."
I was skydiving when I felt this. First we went up to 12,500 free above the ground. Then, my partner and I jumped. Then, we sank at 120mph for over 1 mile during free-fall. I was scared but I knew I was safe. I wasn't scared that I'd die or that the parachute wouldn't open. I was scared that I was actually going through with something that I never thought I would and that might lead to me doing it again. At 5,000 feet, I pulled the cord and the parachute opened. I really thought I wouldn't have the wits to pull the cord but I had control. I think for the first time in months, I had control of something.
Jumping out of a plane was simple compared to making some of the changes I want to make in my life. In all honesty, I might not have been in that plane had someone not pushed me and I might not have jumped out had I not been pushed. I need to be the force on the ground though. There is no push, there is only the shove and there is only me to do it. What a lovely metaphor skydiving would be for my life right now if only I hadn't gone tandem and hadn't been pushed. Still, I did something I never though that I would do and I know I have it in me to do that again, even if it is on a smaller scale. I want to feel that rush of adrenaline and the calm afterwards.
I think I was happy as I floated above the Earth and I think that on Saturday, I was given the gift of perspective that is just now coming into focus.
Friday, August 08, 2008
Prepare to Dive
I'm going to skydive in the morning. It is about 930pm on the date listed on the post and I'm really excited. I think I'm anticipating the best and not the worst for the first time in a long time. Of course, when you're going to jump out of a plane, that is probably the best is all you should consider.
I'll have more to say later but I just wanted to put it out there that I'm ready to do this. I need to do something. All I've done so far is wait for something to do to me.
I'll have more to say later but I just wanted to put it out there that I'm ready to do this. I need to do something. All I've done so far is wait for something to do to me.
Thursday, August 07, 2008
Team Griffin
I've watched every season of Kathy Griffin's My Life on the D-List and this has been the most fun for me mostly due to the presence of Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak. The guy has an amazing mind when Apple is considered but he is also a really nice, funny guy who is so sweet to Kathy. I was sad to read on Wikipedia that he is no longer dating Kathy and is actually engaged to someone else. I'm glad that he was with her for the time. So cute!
Dems Are Fightin' Back
There is no question about it now, Democrats are supporting Paris Hilton for President. What...what?!? I meant to say Obama. No joke though, if you haven't seen it, you must watch Paris' video response to the McCain campaign's ad depicting Obama as a celebrity like Paris Hilton and Britney Spears. It was intelligent, hilarious and a wonderful spoof on the original ad. Paris is back and had made quite a re-entry.
McCain may or may not have made a big mistake with the ad that tried to show Obama wasn't ready to lead but really just annoyed people and brought attention back to Paris Hilton in a summer that has been dominated mostly by news of Lindsey Lohan's romance with DJ Samantha Ronson.
In other Democratic news, Barack Obama extended and speaking invitation to President Clinton who will now appear at the Democratic National Convention. I'm even more jealous of the people who are going there and a little annoyed that I didn't do something get myself there. It is going to be magical this year because though I havne't been into Obama, I'm starting to learn more about him and accept him and I have a feeling I'll be behind him and not just against McCain by the Convention time.
Go Obama! Go Paris! Go Away, McCain!
McCain may or may not have made a big mistake with the ad that tried to show Obama wasn't ready to lead but really just annoyed people and brought attention back to Paris Hilton in a summer that has been dominated mostly by news of Lindsey Lohan's romance with DJ Samantha Ronson.
In other Democratic news, Barack Obama extended and speaking invitation to President Clinton who will now appear at the Democratic National Convention. I'm even more jealous of the people who are going there and a little annoyed that I didn't do something get myself there. It is going to be magical this year because though I havne't been into Obama, I'm starting to learn more about him and accept him and I have a feeling I'll be behind him and not just against McCain by the Convention time.
Go Obama! Go Paris! Go Away, McCain!
Saturday, August 02, 2008
John Mayer Goes Topless
I've been in Dallas for a copule of weeks and last night, on my final night here, I got to see John Mayer in concert. It was my third time seeing him, the first being after the release of "Room for Squares" back when I really did think I'd like to run through the halls of my high school too.
It was a great show and it is unbelievable to me that Mayer has become the guitarist he has. He's learned to play the guitar so well, far beyond most popsters and I think is carving out a place for himself in the blues-rock genre. He is no Jack White (missing the darkness, quirkiness and rawness) but he's an outstanding performer and I looked forward to his guitar solos as much as I did hearing my favorite songs.
Summer is almost over but if you happen to have the chance, definitely catch this tour.
Oh, and what does the title mean? John Mayer has also been working out to the point where he didn't even bother with a shirt. He was lucky actually because the weather in Dallas his hot and humid and he was wearing what everyone probably wished they could be wearing. He looked great and I thought I'd mention that too.
It was a great show and it is unbelievable to me that Mayer has become the guitarist he has. He's learned to play the guitar so well, far beyond most popsters and I think is carving out a place for himself in the blues-rock genre. He is no Jack White (missing the darkness, quirkiness and rawness) but he's an outstanding performer and I looked forward to his guitar solos as much as I did hearing my favorite songs.
Summer is almost over but if you happen to have the chance, definitely catch this tour.
Oh, and what does the title mean? John Mayer has also been working out to the point where he didn't even bother with a shirt. He was lucky actually because the weather in Dallas his hot and humid and he was wearing what everyone probably wished they could be wearing. He looked great and I thought I'd mention that too.
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