Oh, yes!
So far it has lightened my mood considerably but thus nothing can top the delight of the world’s worst Dalek cakes. I'm still wiping away tears of laughter.
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]]>Richard went up into the attic. Icky place, not a place I'm interested in being. But the point is that he was IN the house, and suddenly the was OUT (sort of) the house, and the dogs immediately became concerned. Overly concerned.
So we went outside into the back yard. Then we segued to the front of the house. Then I let Fes check out the basement and Julius was allowed to sweep the bathroom.
Once they were convinced that Daddy was not, in fact, in the house and doing something interesting that might require their input, they settled down on the bed. At which point Richard promptly returned from above.
I cannot win, and I will not try. Sleep now.
]]>The world seems overjoyed, and people are walking around with a spring in their step. Blogs and news outlets are filled with wonder as people spoke of tears and fireworks and hope. But, you guys? Not to rain on your parade or anything, but if you've met me you know that's pretty much how I roll.
Barak Obama. I feel he's the better man for the job, but both choices were pretty poor to begin with. He has a lot to learn and, I think more than any President in recent memory, has more to prove. Because I worry that people think he can wave some kind of magic wand and make everything okay. Sorry, it isn't going to happen. He's just a man. True, I think he has a better idea of what is right for this country than McCain did, but internationally? I'm not sure he has the chops, and hope he surrounds himself with strong, experienced advisors. And that he listens to them.
We all need to roll up our sleeves and help him. This country was not built by one person, and it can't be repaired by one. So those estimated 14 million people who turned out to vote that didn't turn up last election time? Get ready and roll your sleeves up; it's going to be a bumpy ride.
That's huge. I hope you went out and voted, if you were eligible.
There is this sense of anticipation everywhere: on the streets, in the grocery store, throughout the 'Net.
And there should be, because this is well and truly a history-making election. Voter turn-out is extremely high, and that makes me proud. Casting your vote means that you care enough about our country to want a change, regardless of who you vote for. Thanks.
In order to stave off additional anxiety I have retired to my bed where I am watching McMillian and Wife while trying to appear nonchalant.
Can't wait for tomorrow.
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These hearts were woven of human joys and cares,
Washed marvellously with sorrow, swift to mirth.
The years had given them kindness. Dawn was theirs,
And sunset, and the colours of the earth.
These had seen movement, and heard music; known
Slumber and waking; loved; gone proudly friended;
Felt the quick stir of wonder; sat alone;
Touched flowers and furs and cheeks. All this is ended.
- Rupert Brooke
illus. Vesalius
That is all.
]]>The digital divide isn't a cliche, it's a real problem and making something as valuable as the information the CS Monitor provides only available to those with computer access can really hurt those who are already hurting. So, I get it CS, but it still hurts a bit.
]]>Oh, and has anyone else received an inordinate amount of Spam about Russian Brides?
]]>I don't see anything wrong with a legal union between two consenting adults; I know a lot of people have issues with the religious aspect of marriage but I'm not one of them. To me marriage is just a legal union; therefore, it should be available to all who are of age and desire it. As recently as twenty years ago interracial marriage was still looked upon with disdain; society has largely gotten over that, and it will hopefully get over this.
I hope the California amendment isn't repealed; I shall certainly be using my vote to ensure that it does not.
]]>His people? Obama's "people" are actually gifted biracial children of hard-working single mothers who, really, could use a bit of a break. I do find it interesting that most people take it for a given that all of the past presidents would, in fact, look out for "their people", who tend to be hugely wealthy corporate types. So, given my 'druthers, I'd rather have a President who gave a break to those in the lower economic sections of the populations in the hopes that it might trickle up a bit to me.
I'm just sayin...
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Special thanks to Finnish artist Mari Kasurinen, whose Deviant Art gallery takes the heinous My Little Pony creations to a new level. And to Cute Overload, whose entries always make me smile.
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