Showing posts with label YouTube. Show all posts
Showing posts with label YouTube. Show all posts
Friday, February 22, 2013
A Couple Notes
Just a few random thoughts at the end of kinda weird, sometimes crazy, week.
* The ex and I saw "Lincoln" last last night. We both loved it which was no great surprise -- we're both history buffs and fans of Steven Spielberg. (we raised two more so I'm guessing that our kids won't miss it either). Daniel Day Lewis), Tommy Lee Jones, and Sally Field were outstanding (gross understatement) in their roles as President Lincoln,Thaddeus Stevens, and Mary Todd Lincoln respectively and Spielberg's production appeared to be right on -- I especially liked the antique feeling of the film and there was a surprise ending -- which was a surprise in itself. It was a kick to see Lincoln wandering around D.C. without a cadre of Secret Service guys! What bothers me most is that we're still fighting over the same damn stuff. Sigh. Here's the trailer:
* I was appalled at the nastiness that went on here and elsewhere over my Rubio post and I finally deleted/refused a lot of them. I don't have a blog to have my character maligned, my intelligence insulted, and my life torn to shreds and if you came to my home and behaved that way, I'd throw you out post haste. I'm a pretty tough old broad but there's line that decent people shouldn't cross. Thanks to all of you who supported me -- especially Cop Car who ran excellent defense. Those Kansas women are tough and smart!!!
* Speaking of YouTube, in my wanderings there I tripped a pair of delightful, creative young Croatian men who have been taking the music world by storm. They call themselves TwoCellos and are classically trained. Before y'all start yawning, picture cellos hooked to amps and play good old Rock and Roll!!! I just love them -- as I do any artist who really love what they're doing. I don't want to say that they're good but Sir Elton John has become one of their biggest fans. Here's some short video . . . AC/DC and Vivaldi, too. Did you ever think you'd see teens screaming over Vivaldi? They do. Here two videos that show their versatility and talent . . .
Hope y'all are having a great day!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!
Kay
Friday, September 07, 2012
Hypocrisy Thy Name is Mitt
When you live in Toledo, Ohio -- especially on the north side of town -- it's really sort of strange. Most of your television and media comes from Michigan and shopping trips across the border were common. The neighborhood where I grew up in the '50s was less than five miles from the border and my dad had a friend whose house straddled the border and joked that he slept with his feet in Michigan and his brain in Ohio.
The point of this is that I remember George Romney as a rather popular Governor of Michigan. He was known as a liberal Republican -- a term that has obviously gone the way of the dinosaur.
Here's a video that I hope will go viral that speaks volumes about Mitt and I can't help but feel that his parents would be ashamed of their son's hypocrisy -- not to mention the path that the Republican Party has taken.
I'm just going to let Mitt's mom talk . . .
Happy Blogging!!!!!!
Kay
The point of this is that I remember George Romney as a rather popular Governor of Michigan. He was known as a liberal Republican -- a term that has obviously gone the way of the dinosaur.
Here's a video that I hope will go viral that speaks volumes about Mitt and I can't help but feel that his parents would be ashamed of their son's hypocrisy -- not to mention the path that the Republican Party has taken.
I'm just going to let Mitt's mom talk . . .
Happy Blogging!!!!!!
Kay
Friday, May 18, 2012
Kay's World, Politics, and Other Insanity
It's another day in paradise. Yesterday morning I discovered a rather cute kitten on my front porch crying. As near as I can tell he/she was abandoned. In a perfect world, I might adopt him/her but I can barely afford to feed myself properly due to cuts much less pay for neutering and shots so I'm trying to figure out what to do about him/her.
Here are some more timely graphics and videos. Enjoy
* Why we should be proud to be feminists . . .
* I always knew that George Carlin had a rapier wit but I didn't realize he was prophetic. Here's Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker up to no good with a comment from George that applies. Please be advised that George uses rather strong language . . . but y'all knew that, didn't ya?
* I hear a lot of people saying that they're not interested in politics as they question my interest/participation in the political. German poet/playwright Berthold Brecht offers a powerful statement on why knowing what's going on and why it's important is essential.
* Another reason I don't/won't do Facebook . . .
Saverin, the billionaire co- founder of Facebook Inc. renounced his U.S. citizenship before an initial public offering that values the social network at as much as $96 billion, a move that may reduce his tax bill.
Hope y'all are having a great day!!!
Happy Blogging
Here are some more timely graphics and videos. Enjoy
* Why we should be proud to be feminists . . .
* I always knew that George Carlin had a rapier wit but I didn't realize he was prophetic. Here's Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker up to no good with a comment from George that applies. Please be advised that George uses rather strong language . . . but y'all knew that, didn't ya?
* I hear a lot of people saying that they're not interested in politics as they question my interest/participation in the political. German poet/playwright Berthold Brecht offers a powerful statement on why knowing what's going on and why it's important is essential.
* Another reason I don't/won't do Facebook . . .
Saverin, the billionaire co- founder of Facebook Inc. renounced his U.S. citizenship before an initial public offering that values the social network at as much as $96 billion, a move that may reduce his tax bill.
Hope y'all are having a great day!!!
Happy Blogging
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Some Excellent Clarifying (short) Video and a Great Quote
Y'all know that I admire Robert Reich for his plain-speaking stand on the economy. Today two videos from him that speak for themselves clarify our current situation all too well.
Public vs. Private Morality . . .
How Mittens Got Rich . . .
And Cher started a Twitter storm . . .
I'm just going to leave all this to your judgement. I think y'all know by know that I'm an unrepentant liberal/progressive sort. Common sense tells me that it's my only choice. I'm dependent on my Social Security and Medicare (with no small amount blame to GOP policies.)
Happy Blogging!!!!!!
Kay
Public vs. Private Morality . . .
How Mittens Got Rich . . .
And Cher started a Twitter storm . . .
I'm just going to leave all this to your judgement. I think y'all know by know that I'm an unrepentant liberal/progressive sort. Common sense tells me that it's my only choice. I'm dependent on my Social Security and Medicare (with no small amount blame to GOP policies.)
Happy Blogging!!!!!!
Kay
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Update, and Assorted Stuff
I am wayyy behind on visiting y'all and answering email. I'm resting a lot -- mostly because I really don't have too much choice. This too shall pass and I'll be trying to get caught up with y'all slowly but surely. Thanks to all y'all who understand and come by whether I get over to visit or not -- you're support really helps a lot.
* I saw the Doc (Vascular Dude) on Thursday and he says that I'm doing just fine but should take it easy mostly. The good part of that is that I can drive so I don't have beg anyone to take me where I need to go; the bad news is that I still am having some pain and weirdness but he says that will go away and that I shouldn't overdo. Right.
* I went to my 'Occupy' meeting yesterday and it was, as always, interesting. What I like best about this group is that they are more about improving our community than just shouting about what's wrong in our society/country -- although they do that now and again, too.
* Here are a few little goodies that I've tripped across lately:
And this video is the best one one I've seen in weeks and it's only 1:27 minutes. Take that you Ronald Reagan worshipers!!!!!
Hope y'all are having a great day!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!!
Kay
* I saw the Doc (Vascular Dude) on Thursday and he says that I'm doing just fine but should take it easy mostly. The good part of that is that I can drive so I don't have beg anyone to take me where I need to go; the bad news is that I still am having some pain and weirdness but he says that will go away and that I shouldn't overdo. Right.
* I went to my 'Occupy' meeting yesterday and it was, as always, interesting. What I like best about this group is that they are more about improving our community than just shouting about what's wrong in our society/country -- although they do that now and again, too.
* Here are a few little goodies that I've tripped across lately:
And this video is the best one one I've seen in weeks and it's only 1:27 minutes. Take that you Ronald Reagan worshipers!!!!!
Hope y'all are having a great day!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!!
Kay
Thursday, April 12, 2012
Gotta Love it!!!
It's a busy day here -- it's my day with Vascular Dude and, hopefully, he'll give me a good report and let me get back to my (what passes for) normal schedule. I'll have a full report on that tomorrow. I really didn't plan to post but this was to good not to share.. Like many of you who read here, I grew up in the 50s when the Russians were our hated enemies. That has changed.
I love flash mobs. Soooo when the video below landed in my mailbox this a.m., it really resonated with me. Remember the grim video we saw back in the 50s from Russia? Look how far we've come in the past five decades! I, for one, love it!!!! Hope y'all do, too!!!
I'll be around to see y'all soon!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!!
Kay
I love flash mobs. Soooo when the video below landed in my mailbox this a.m., it really resonated with me. Remember the grim video we saw back in the 50s from Russia? Look how far we've come in the past five decades! I, for one, love it!!!! Hope y'all do, too!!!
I'll be around to see y'all soon!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!!
Kay
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Sharing Some Stuff that Landed in My Email
I've been feeling pretty lousy but I do want to keep up here. Today is Dr. Maria day and hopefully, it will go well. We'll see. I'm still in pain and there a couple other things I hope we can talk about.
* Here's a moment of sanity from a member of the GOP -- and it prolly comes as no surprise that it came from a woman -- yeah, I can be a chauvinist.
* Sincere condolences to the family and friends of newsman Mike Wallace who passed away at age 93. He was one of the greats in news. Would that those over at Faux News could spell and define 'integrity' or even engage in it. Here's a favorite quote from this great man . . .
"The Westmoreland affair, professionally and personally, was one of the most difficult times of my life. It was just devastatingly difficult because my integrity was put to question, and as a reporter, that's the single most important thing you've got."
Rest in peace, Mike!
*Here's some more food for thought . . .
And here's Bernie Sanders on our side as always . . .
Hope y'all are having a great day!!
Happy Blogging!!!!
Kay
* Here's a moment of sanity from a member of the GOP -- and it prolly comes as no surprise that it came from a woman -- yeah, I can be a chauvinist.
* Sincere condolences to the family and friends of newsman Mike Wallace who passed away at age 93. He was one of the greats in news. Would that those over at Faux News could spell and define 'integrity' or even engage in it. Here's a favorite quote from this great man . . .
"The Westmoreland affair, professionally and personally, was one of the most difficult times of my life. It was just devastatingly difficult because my integrity was put to question, and as a reporter, that's the single most important thing you've got."
Rest in peace, Mike!
*Here's some more food for thought . . .
And here's Bernie Sanders on our side as always . . .
Hope y'all are having a great day!!
Happy Blogging!!!!
Kay
Sunday, April 08, 2012
Happy Easter!!!!!!
Best wishes to all y'all who celebrate Easter and here's everybody's favorite singing Cowboy . . .
And to my Jewish friends, may you have a joyous Passover!
Happy Blogging!!!!!!!
Kay
And to my Jewish friends, may you have a joyous Passover!
Happy Blogging!!!!!!!
Kay
Saturday, April 07, 2012
Happy Birthday, Ronni!!!!!
It's Ronni Bennett's birthday today so it's party time!!! Do stop by and wish her many more.
May you have a wonderful day and many, many more birthdays, Ronni!!!!!!
Here's some champagne!!!!!!!!!
And lollipops . . .
And sunshine . . .
And here's Steveie Wonder to sing to you!!!!
May you have many more!!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!!!
Kay
May you have a wonderful day and many, many more birthdays, Ronni!!!!!!
Here's some champagne!!!!!!!!!
And lollipops . . .
And sunshine . . .
And here's Steveie Wonder to sing to you!!!!
May you have many more!!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!!!
Kay
Thursday, April 05, 2012
Getting Better -- or Something like it!!!!!
I'm tired. Surgery always leaves me drained and this one has been exceptionally so. Still, I am healing and that's a good thing. I'll be glad after I see Dr. Maria and Dr. Dave next week -- mostly because I want to be able to drive as I hate having to beg people (who said "Just call me!" to take me where I need to go.
* I had to go to the optician the other day because a lens popped out of my glasses and couldn't find anyone but the ex to help. He's done more than his share and I really hate asking as he's taking me to my appointments next week.
* The scar that runs from my right ear to my collar bone is healing. I hope it starts to fade, too. I'm pretty self-conscious about it and it will prolly keep me home a lot because of total strangers stares and queries about it -- like they really care or it's their business. Hopefully, Vitamin E will help when I get the okay for it.
* Alec called to ask me if I'd go get Jeff's house ready as he and Shaughnessy are coming back from Florida. I explained that I absolutely couldn't this time and didn't tell him why -- I don't need or want his son bugging me.
* I signed a petition from the Democratic party against the Republicans' radical budget that will gut Medicare and Social Security. It's a death sentence for many of us -- especially women who don't have a lot of money or those of us who aren't well. Y'all can sign it here and I hope you will.
* This came in my email this morning and I think it's right. It also applies to elders in my not so humble opinion.
* And Willie Nelson, the farmers' best friend, makes a powerful statement on the plight of the family farms today and as the granddaughter of family farmers, I have to pass it on.
And here's Willie at Farm Aid (where he appears every year-- I respect that) with a great medley . . .
Hope y'all are having a great day!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!!
Kay
* I had to go to the optician the other day because a lens popped out of my glasses and couldn't find anyone but the ex to help. He's done more than his share and I really hate asking as he's taking me to my appointments next week.
* The scar that runs from my right ear to my collar bone is healing. I hope it starts to fade, too. I'm pretty self-conscious about it and it will prolly keep me home a lot because of total strangers stares and queries about it -- like they really care or it's their business. Hopefully, Vitamin E will help when I get the okay for it.
* Alec called to ask me if I'd go get Jeff's house ready as he and Shaughnessy are coming back from Florida. I explained that I absolutely couldn't this time and didn't tell him why -- I don't need or want his son bugging me.
* I signed a petition from the Democratic party against the Republicans' radical budget that will gut Medicare and Social Security. It's a death sentence for many of us -- especially women who don't have a lot of money or those of us who aren't well. Y'all can sign it here and I hope you will.
* This came in my email this morning and I think it's right. It also applies to elders in my not so humble opinion.
* And Willie Nelson, the farmers' best friend, makes a powerful statement on the plight of the family farms today and as the granddaughter of family farmers, I have to pass it on.
And here's Willie at Farm Aid (where he appears every year-- I respect that) with a great medley . . .
Hope y'all are having a great day!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!!
Kay
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Happy St Patrick's Day!
Everybody's Irish on St. Patrick's Day!!! And it's not complete without The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem!!! Here's one of my favorites!!!!!!!
I'm off to an 'Occupy' meeting (which I think is a truly appropriate way to celebrate the day given Ireland's long history of rebellion) but will be joining a couple friends for a wee jar and corned beef and cabbage later!
Hope y'all celebrate the day well!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!!
Kay
I'm off to an 'Occupy' meeting (which I think is a truly appropriate way to celebrate the day given Ireland's long history of rebellion) but will be joining a couple friends for a wee jar and corned beef and cabbage later!
Hope y'all celebrate the day well!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!!
Kay
Friday, March 16, 2012
New Stuff
An ancient Chinese curse is "May you live in interesting times." The first time I heard it many decades ago, I was a tad confused by it. Today we're living it and I understand it completely. If times get any more interesting, I might just have a breakdown and I don't think I'm alone in that. Here are some of the most interesting things I've seen lately:
* In the wake of Virginia's intrusive vaginal probe laws, State Senator Nina Turner (D-Cleveland) of the great State of Ohio, introduced Ohio Senate bill 307 in the Ohio Senate. Several other women legislators have proposed variations in Virginia and Here's the the short video -- there are long versions on YouTube:
I saw "Game Change" -- the story of Sarah Palin and the 2008 election -- the other
and it was horrifying and fascinating all at once. Word on it is that it's well-rooted in truth -- check out YouTube for interviews. Here's the trailer:
Last night I attended a screening of "The Road We've Traveled" -- Obama's campaign film -- at our county's Democratic Party's headquarters. I made lots of new friends
and was gratified to see and meet many enthusiastic elders eager to participate in the campaign. If nothing else, I'm gonna have fun this fall -- I love campaigning and meeting new friends. The movie is very well done and showcases President Obama's accomplishments as well as the many problems of the the past four years as one would expect. It's short -- less than twenty minutes. I checked and it's on YouTube as I type this and y'all can see it here. The Republicans -- Wow! What a shock! -- are already calling it 'a deception'.
That's it for today -- I'm off to lunch with one of my new pals! I'll be around to visit y'all later!!!!
Have great day!!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!
Kay
Have great day
* In the wake of Virginia's intrusive vaginal probe laws, State Senator Nina Turner (D-Cleveland) of the great State of Ohio, introduced Ohio Senate bill 307 in the Ohio Senate. Several other women legislators have proposed variations in Virginia and Here's the the short video -- there are long versions on YouTube:
I saw "Game Change" -- the story of Sarah Palin and the 2008 election -- the other
and it was horrifying and fascinating all at once. Word on it is that it's well-rooted in truth -- check out YouTube for interviews. Here's the trailer:
Last night I attended a screening of "The Road We've Traveled" -- Obama's campaign film -- at our county's Democratic Party's headquarters. I made lots of new friends
and was gratified to see and meet many enthusiastic elders eager to participate in the campaign. If nothing else, I'm gonna have fun this fall -- I love campaigning and meeting new friends. The movie is very well done and showcases President Obama's accomplishments as well as the many problems of the the past four years as one would expect. It's short -- less than twenty minutes. I checked and it's on YouTube as I type this and y'all can see it here. The Republicans -- Wow! What a shock! -- are already calling it 'a deception'.
That's it for today -- I'm off to lunch with one of my new pals! I'll be around to visit y'all later!!!!
Have great day!!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!
Kay
Have great day
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Still Crabby but Keepin' On . . .
I'm still pretty crabby. However, in the midst of yesterday's doldrums I received an invite from the Democratic party to see a screening of Obama's campaign film: The Road We've Traveled tomorrow evening so I'm gonna drag myself out to see it. Some call it 'political propaganda' -- like the GOP doesn't indulge in that sort of thing. (Yeah . . . right) I'll let George Strait sing my response to those damn fools -- I hope y'all enjoy it. And if you're interested, check with your local Democratic Party.
Hopefully, I'll be back with a review tomorrow!!!!
Hope y'all are having a great day!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!
Kay
Hopefully, I'll be back with a review tomorrow!!!!
Hope y'all are having a great day!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!
Kay
Sunday, March 11, 2012
Sniffling on Sunday Thoughts
My cold is still very much with me but I'll be on the phone to Dr. Maria in the morning. I hate to bother her on her days of and, since my surgery isn't until the 28th, I'm not gonna bother her.
* I took stuff over to the ex yesterday and he asked me to stay to dinner. He likes to cook and knows how awful I am about cooking these days.
* I'm really proud of my son the coach. His teams did well at the NAIA national swim meet with his girls finishing 6th and the guys finishing 8th. Since University of the Cumberlands is one of that smallest schools in the conference, that was pretty good but he is used to "small but mighty". When he was in college, his college was the smallest in NCAA Division II and he and three other guys finished 4th at Nationals. I've no doubt that next year his kids will do even better. That recruiting is one one of his strong points helps a lot. Now that the season is over, he'll have time more time for Jen and the boys and I'm sure they are delighted. Who knows? They might even have time for a trip to Ohio or Illinois! Then again, recruiting for next season is always important and time-consuming.
* Bill Moyers had an excellent interview with David Stockman, architect of the Reagan Revolution, on "Crony Capitalism". It really an eye-opener and exposes what needs to be done with the casino created by the banksters. It's rather long but well worth your time. Here's a two minute clip that says a lot:
* I'm making some really cute little needlepoint Easter Baskets for Gracie and Ana Michelle. I'm one of those people who simply cannot just sit and watch television without having busy hands. If I remember, I'll take photos for y'all.
* One of my next projects will be some much-needed blog housekeeping. And no, I'm not 'upgrading' to Blogger's new interface. I tried it and that lasted about five minutes. I really hate it so I'm sticking with what I have as long as I can but will be considering/exploring other options if I'm forced to do so.
* I'm in music mode today and hauled out the oldies. This 1968 goodie brings back memories of my misspent youth, slow dancin' and a really great summer! Sigh. Enjoy!
Have a great day!!!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!!!!!
Kay
* I took stuff over to the ex yesterday and he asked me to stay to dinner. He likes to cook and knows how awful I am about cooking these days.
* I'm really proud of my son the coach. His teams did well at the NAIA national swim meet with his girls finishing 6th and the guys finishing 8th. Since University of the Cumberlands is one of that smallest schools in the conference, that was pretty good but he is used to "small but mighty". When he was in college, his college was the smallest in NCAA Division II and he and three other guys finished 4th at Nationals. I've no doubt that next year his kids will do even better. That recruiting is one one of his strong points helps a lot. Now that the season is over, he'll have time more time for Jen and the boys and I'm sure they are delighted. Who knows? They might even have time for a trip to Ohio or Illinois! Then again, recruiting for next season is always important and time-consuming.
* Bill Moyers had an excellent interview with David Stockman, architect of the Reagan Revolution, on "Crony Capitalism". It really an eye-opener and exposes what needs to be done with the casino created by the banksters. It's rather long but well worth your time. Here's a two minute clip that says a lot:
* I'm making some really cute little needlepoint Easter Baskets for Gracie and Ana Michelle. I'm one of those people who simply cannot just sit and watch television without having busy hands. If I remember, I'll take photos for y'all.
* One of my next projects will be some much-needed blog housekeeping. And no, I'm not 'upgrading' to Blogger's new interface. I tried it and that lasted about five minutes. I really hate it so I'm sticking with what I have as long as I can but will be considering/exploring other options if I'm forced to do so.
* I'm in music mode today and hauled out the oldies. This 1968 goodie brings back memories of my misspent youth, slow dancin' and a really great summer! Sigh. Enjoy!
Have a great day!!!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!!!!!
Kay
Sunday, March 04, 2012
Assorted Nonsense
Thanks to all y'all for your wonderful support!!
Yesterday I attended a meeting with our local 'Occupy' movement. It's alive and well and under new management -- a good thing. Somehow my name fell through the cracks but I was welcomed warmly. One of the chairpersons, after I offered an observation, said, "I want you on my committee! I like your ideas!" I was, of course, flattered. Then again, I have been involved with many different volunteer, social and political groups over the years and I'd like to think that I learned something from my experiences and can contribute to it's success. I think that I'm going to enjoy this -- it's a diverse group and us elders are well-represented. I have a feeling I'm gonna be a busy old gal.
With all the insanity in the news, I thought some comic relief might be a good idea. I think y'all know what I think about Rush's latest idiocy/ignorance/baloney (I'm being kind) so we won't go there. Here is some wit and wisdom from my inbox:
* I love Martin Bashir. I could listen to his voice and logical observations for hours. Here he is quoting the late, great C.S. Lewis (another of my favorites) for good thinking on being a Christian. It's definitely food for thought. And if y'all are wondering about Mr. Bashir's faith, he calls himself a committed Christian and I have no reason to doubt him given his sane views on the world.
* Here's a pertinent question:
* And Van Jones offers an excellent statement that really lays it on the line. I couldn't agree with him more.
* Here's the best quote around on birth control:
And last, but certainly never least, here's 1:38 minutes of sanity from Bill Maher:
Hope y'all are having a great day!!!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!!!
Kay
Yesterday I attended a meeting with our local 'Occupy' movement. It's alive and well and under new management -- a good thing. Somehow my name fell through the cracks but I was welcomed warmly. One of the chairpersons, after I offered an observation, said, "I want you on my committee! I like your ideas!" I was, of course, flattered. Then again, I have been involved with many different volunteer, social and political groups over the years and I'd like to think that I learned something from my experiences and can contribute to it's success. I think that I'm going to enjoy this -- it's a diverse group and us elders are well-represented. I have a feeling I'm gonna be a busy old gal.
With all the insanity in the news, I thought some comic relief might be a good idea. I think y'all know what I think about Rush's latest idiocy/ignorance/baloney (I'm being kind) so we won't go there. Here is some wit and wisdom from my inbox:
* I love Martin Bashir. I could listen to his voice and logical observations for hours. Here he is quoting the late, great C.S. Lewis (another of my favorites) for good thinking on being a Christian. It's definitely food for thought. And if y'all are wondering about Mr. Bashir's faith, he calls himself a committed Christian and I have no reason to doubt him given his sane views on the world.
* Here's a pertinent question:
* And Van Jones offers an excellent statement that really lays it on the line. I couldn't agree with him more.
* Here's the best quote around on birth control:
And last, but certainly never least, here's 1:38 minutes of sanity from Bill Maher:
Hope y'all are having a great day!!!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!!!
Kay
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
What's a Girl to Do?
I'm scared therefore I vent.
Poverty sucks. I've been MIA here because I've been engaged in my annual battle with bureaucracy. It isn't over yet but after yesterday's encounter, I'm feeling the full force of what the Republicans are doing to elders in this country. The worst part is that it isn't over yet and I doubt it will be pretty. At the rate things are going, groceries are becoming a luxury item and they've already cut that but it could well be on the block yet again as I have a review with those bureaucrats soon so we'll see. I haven't quite figured out what I'm going to do about it but I'm going to have to do something. As a result of yesterday's encounter, my rent expense went up $47 on top of having my food assistance cut by $100. All this because I received a $30 increase in my Social Security checks. It doesn't take a Rhodes scholar to do the math on that.
I didn't bother to call my Tea Party congressman as talking to a wall isn't productive and just raises my blood pressure. I did call my State rep's office and, while his person was sympathetic, that was unproductive as was my call to my Senator, Sherrod Brown, who I know is on the side of the angels. His aide was sympathetic but clueless. Sooo this already skinny old gal is about to get skinnier. There isn't anywhere that I can cut anymore. I've raised stretching dollars to an art form but there really isn't anything left to cut except my Internet service and I'll starve before I do that.
None of this is going to help my health problems. If anything. it will make things worse. Stress has a nasty way exacerbating everything. It's already kicking in and my anxiety medication is being used more.
Back in the 60s Lyndon Johnson made history with his War on Poverty that has helped millions. Today, the Republicans are waging war on poverty but they want to kill poor people. And they call themselves Christians . . .
Here's a one minute video from 2008 that still works . . .
I'll be around to visit y'all later.
Happy Blogging!!!!
Kay
Poverty sucks. I've been MIA here because I've been engaged in my annual battle with bureaucracy. It isn't over yet but after yesterday's encounter, I'm feeling the full force of what the Republicans are doing to elders in this country. The worst part is that it isn't over yet and I doubt it will be pretty. At the rate things are going, groceries are becoming a luxury item and they've already cut that but it could well be on the block yet again as I have a review with those bureaucrats soon so we'll see. I haven't quite figured out what I'm going to do about it but I'm going to have to do something. As a result of yesterday's encounter, my rent expense went up $47 on top of having my food assistance cut by $100. All this because I received a $30 increase in my Social Security checks. It doesn't take a Rhodes scholar to do the math on that.
I didn't bother to call my Tea Party congressman as talking to a wall isn't productive and just raises my blood pressure. I did call my State rep's office and, while his person was sympathetic, that was unproductive as was my call to my Senator, Sherrod Brown, who I know is on the side of the angels. His aide was sympathetic but clueless. Sooo this already skinny old gal is about to get skinnier. There isn't anywhere that I can cut anymore. I've raised stretching dollars to an art form but there really isn't anything left to cut except my Internet service and I'll starve before I do that.
None of this is going to help my health problems. If anything. it will make things worse. Stress has a nasty way exacerbating everything. It's already kicking in and my anxiety medication is being used more.
Back in the 60s Lyndon Johnson made history with his War on Poverty that has helped millions. Today, the Republicans are waging war on poverty but they want to kill poor people. And they call themselves Christians . . .
Here's a one minute video from 2008 that still works . . .
I'll be around to visit y'all later.
Happy Blogging!!!!
Kay
Saturday, February 25, 2012
Bill Maher Gets it Right and Gets Censored!
Bill Maher decided to his comedy special, Stupid Crazy Politics, on Yahoo and they censored it because of his critical commentary of Citizens United. Y'all can see the whole thing here (thanks Politicususa!) along with text here. It's a long video but great fun and, as always, Bill nails down insanity of Election 2012 and makes this 45 second pledge that earned him hero status in Kay's World:
I recommend y'all watch the whole thing if you can -- it's vintage Maher!!!!
That's it for today -- I actually feel human today and need to get caught up with the dreaded housework!!! I'll visit y'all later!!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!
Kay
I recommend y'all watch the whole thing if you can -- it's vintage Maher!!!!
That's it for today -- I actually feel human today and need to get caught up with the dreaded housework!!! I'll visit y'all later!!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!
Kay
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Stuff and Nonsense
I spent the morning and part of the afternoon having a full body scan after getting shot full of dye after suffering a very stringent fast that lasted since noon yesterday. The whole procedure itself lasted four hours. Needless to say it hasn't been fun.
That said, I did want to get a post up before I take the nap I promised myself and decided that, after this morning's activities, I really didn't want to think too much sooooooo here is some recent wit and wisdom that's landed in my mailbox. Enjoy!!!
Here's an excellent quote from the very wise Helen Keller that stands the test of time all too well.
Y'all should know that I'm a member of The Other 98% (and my name is on this petition) and here's what these good folks have done recently -- Praise the Lord and Pass the Petitions!
Here's an interesting chart that shows how much the candidates share their wealth. I'm not gonna comment -- the numbers say it more eloquently than I can.
Bill Maher says it right as always . . .
And here's our leader with one of my long-time favs -- B.B. King -- at Blues Night at the White House. I think it's nice to have a leader who likes to have fun.
And I love Anne Hathaway's excellent words on gay marriage:
That's it for today!!!! And if you don't agree with my thoughts on politics and issues -- as someone mentioned yesterday -- and it's okay. I've reached a point in my life that I don't give a damn if you disagree with me and I don't blog to make everyone happy. I'll be around to visit y'all later!!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!!
Kay
That said, I did want to get a post up before I take the nap I promised myself and decided that, after this morning's activities, I really didn't want to think too much sooooooo here is some recent wit and wisdom that's landed in my mailbox. Enjoy!!!
Here's an excellent quote from the very wise Helen Keller that stands the test of time all too well.
Y'all should know that I'm a member of The Other 98% (and my name is on this petition) and here's what these good folks have done recently -- Praise the Lord and Pass the Petitions!
Here's an interesting chart that shows how much the candidates share their wealth. I'm not gonna comment -- the numbers say it more eloquently than I can.
Bill Maher says it right as always . . .
And here's our leader with one of my long-time favs -- B.B. King -- at Blues Night at the White House. I think it's nice to have a leader who likes to have fun.
And I love Anne Hathaway's excellent words on gay marriage:
That's it for today!!!! And if you don't agree with my thoughts on politics and issues -- as someone mentioned yesterday -- and it's okay. I've reached a point in my life that I don't give a damn if you disagree with me and I don't blog to make everyone happy. I'll be around to visit y'all later!!!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!!
Kay
Monday, February 13, 2012
It's the Groaner of the Week!!!! (Valentine Edition)
Happy Valentines Day!!!!! Here are some very punny Valentine jokes
* What did Frankenstein say to his girlfriend?
Be my Valenstein!
* What did the French chef give his wife on Valentine’s Day?
A hug and a quiche!
* What did the boy elephant say to the girl elephant on Valentine’s Day?
I love you a ton!
* Do skunks celebrate Valentine’s Day?
Absolutely. They're very scent-imental!
And here's my favorite Valentine's Day song from Old Blue Eyes for y'all to enjoy!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!!
Kay
Tuesday, February 07, 2012
Catching Up Day and Some Notes
Today my main goal is to catch up with all of you and see what interesting things you're up to these days! However, here are a few notes from Kay's World and some of the best video I've seen this past week.
* I'm determined to keep up with my chores here and keep my wicked tendency to clutter in check. I can be such a slob sometimes. So far, so good.
* Yesterday, I bought a small life insurance policy to cover funeral expenses. My insurance guy laughed because I named my ex the beneficiary. It makes sense to me since he lives in town and my kids are so far away and I know he'll be around. And I also know that he doesn't believe in fancy funerals either so things will get done right and my stuff will get distributed properly. The only thing I'd like is a piper in homage to my Scottish roots. I did, however, tell the ex where not to bury me. And he's in charge of my last blog post which is saved as a draft. I really gotta write this stuff down somewhere. Thinking about one's demise is annoying so I'll stop. I'll be around a long time -- the women in my family last. This is just something I wanted get done. God knows the GOTW has to go on and on and . . .
* This video (and the ones that follow) show what nefarious, nasty and ugly propaganda the thugs are perpetrating. All are very short and make excellent sense. Enjoy!!! This one (:59) is pretty ironic and I had to laugh because Ronnie is treated as a saint by Conservatives. Can y'all say 'hypocrisy'? I knew you could.
* Chris Matthews exposes (1:38) how much Romney cares about the middle class and the poor here. You and I are in trouble.
* I didn't watch the Superbowl so I missed Clint's excellent commercial (2:01)for Chrysler. He's not a liberal by any means (actually he is an independent with Libertarian tendencies) but I the message he sent was really great.
* Let's wrap it up with Bill Maher's razor-sharp wit and great words from Wes Moore (1:22):
That's it for today!!!! I have to get moving! Hope y'all have a great day!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!
Kay
* I'm determined to keep up with my chores here and keep my wicked tendency to clutter in check. I can be such a slob sometimes. So far, so good.
* Yesterday, I bought a small life insurance policy to cover funeral expenses. My insurance guy laughed because I named my ex the beneficiary. It makes sense to me since he lives in town and my kids are so far away and I know he'll be around. And I also know that he doesn't believe in fancy funerals either so things will get done right and my stuff will get distributed properly. The only thing I'd like is a piper in homage to my Scottish roots. I did, however, tell the ex where not to bury me. And he's in charge of my last blog post which is saved as a draft. I really gotta write this stuff down somewhere. Thinking about one's demise is annoying so I'll stop. I'll be around a long time -- the women in my family last. This is just something I wanted get done. God knows the GOTW has to go on and on and . . .
* This video (and the ones that follow) show what nefarious, nasty and ugly propaganda the thugs are perpetrating. All are very short and make excellent sense. Enjoy!!! This one (:59) is pretty ironic and I had to laugh because Ronnie is treated as a saint by Conservatives. Can y'all say 'hypocrisy'? I knew you could.
* Chris Matthews exposes (1:38) how much Romney cares about the middle class and the poor here. You and I are in trouble.
* I didn't watch the Superbowl so I missed Clint's excellent commercial (2:01)for Chrysler. He's not a liberal by any means (actually he is an independent with Libertarian tendencies) but I the message he sent was really great.
* Let's wrap it up with Bill Maher's razor-sharp wit and great words from Wes Moore (1:22):
That's it for today!!!! I have to get moving! Hope y'all have a great day!!!
Happy Blogging!!!!
Kay
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