And here are my mug shots. I hate these self portrait deals. I'm happy with it. It is def not as short as the pics I posted, by that was never my intention. Although, who knows. I could get braver next time!
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
The not so perfect lamp.
Well, I got the lamp today. It is not so perfect and will be heading back from whence it came. Boo! But, this will give me the cash I need to buy the perfect boot referenced earlier! Yes!
And here are my mug shots. I hate these self portrait deals. I'm happy with it. It is def not as short as the pics I posted, by that was never my intention. Although, who knows. I could get braver next time!
And here are my mug shots. I hate these self portrait deals. I'm happy with it. It is def not as short as the pics I posted, by that was never my intention. Although, who knows. I could get braver next time!
Monday, October 27, 2008
fulfilling my role as a consumer.
I pretty much feel these are a necessity. I'm just waiting to hear back on what size I should order.
Best Lamp Ever?
I'll find out sometime between 10/30 and 11/4. I'm very excited to see how this lamp plays out in our living space. I have a visual in my mind that I am hoping is accurate.
Friday, October 24, 2008
Do I dare? More sassiness added.
I'm thinking of going even shorter. A combo of these two pics...but also keeping the fron a bit longer. More chin length so it can go behind the ears.
I've added more pics, mostly so I have them all in one place to refer back to. I'm going tomorrow for the big cut. Still wanting longer in the front, but I love all of these. I'm tempted to just tell her to go for it. But, I'm also super nervous. I think as long as I have some length around the face, I'll be fine. Also, I'm watching Jon and Kate + 8. I definitely do not want it like hers. It is almost too mushroomy. It's gonna bre a fine line. I'm scared:-S
Does my Earth based spirituality count?
To preface: I'm not one of those who believes we should pull Christmas trees out of public spaces or schools. I think people should be able to say Merry, Happy, Have a Great (fill in the blank), whatever they are comfortable with saying without people getting all worked up. I do, however, think that when an employer or school decides to celebrate a holiday, we have to be willing to go a bit more general. E.g. Holiday Party. Either that or be willing to have more than one celebration. Let's get to the matter at hand shall we.
My mom, for years, has advocated for the Holiday Party at her place of employment. As many of you know, I subscribe to more of an Earth based spirituality which I gained from my mother. Because of her "religious affiliation" and others that she works with, she felt perhaps it was more appropriate to have a Holiday Celebration rather than a Christmas Party since not everyone in the organization celebrated Christmas. This has been like pulling teeth. And in fact, the request fell on deaf ears.
Well, it is 2008 people. The holiday season is upon us, and mom is finally getting her wish. However, it is not due to her request. Apparently, there is now a Jewish employee working for the company. UH-oh! Apparently it is now a HUGE deal to have a Holiday Party instead of a Christmas Party so as not to offend. Although Judaism is still not the "right" religion, it apparently carries enough clout to change the work environment a bit. So, mom kind of wonders...why? How is it different?
She is still struggling with whether to actually ask this question of the powers that be. I can't wait to hear the answer if she does.
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Free Ringtones Anyone?
No, this is not a spam entry! It is really me. It is safe to click here:)
I discovered Phonezoo last night. You can either search for already made ringtones, or make your own from music on your computer. Once you sign up, the site just texts you the ringtone to save to your phone. No hidden costs that I have found so far. Here is an article about it, too.
Search for hilarious randoms...growing pains theme song, family ties, saved by the bell...it is endless. The Office quotes from the show. It is pretty much awesome.
Have a fabulous day! Sha na na naaaaah.
I discovered Phonezoo last night. You can either search for already made ringtones, or make your own from music on your computer. Once you sign up, the site just texts you the ringtone to save to your phone. No hidden costs that I have found so far. Here is an article about it, too.
Search for hilarious randoms...growing pains theme song, family ties, saved by the bell...it is endless. The Office quotes from the show. It is pretty much awesome.
Have a fabulous day! Sha na na naaaaah.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Monday, October 20, 2008
Capitalsim vs. Socialism
I don't know a ton about either of these issues to effectively argue for one over the other. However, here is the argument that annoys me. People who say I'm not for Obama because I am not for socialism. Many of these people are in love with the idea of capitalism, and why should I have to pay for some lazy low life.
Number 1. Do we really value our CEOs over our teachers or our daycare providers? I recently had a friend who was offered a job as a DIRECTOR at a daycare. Her pay would have been 8.50 an hour. Is she lazy? NO. Would she be able to make it with her two kids on her own with this salary? No way. She'd likely need some assistance. Maybe even a tax break.
I also have a friend whose father left her mother, 2 brothers, and herself with nothing. Mom worked hard for minimum wage, and the kids even brought home money to help. They could have never done it without gov't assistance. Lazy? NO.
Why is it because I have chosen employment in a community serving capacity that I make significantly less than a CEO of some big company? Do they work harder than me? I'm sick of people saying that this whole restructuring thing is about taking from the well deserving rich and giving to the lazy middle class or poor. Yes, the system has MANY flaws, and many abuse the system because of this. But there are many of us out there who work just as hard as Joe CEO, and reap none of the rewards. Joe CEO will still come out much farther ahead even if I get the tax cut and he doesn't.
Number 1. Do we really value our CEOs over our teachers or our daycare providers? I recently had a friend who was offered a job as a DIRECTOR at a daycare. Her pay would have been 8.50 an hour. Is she lazy? NO. Would she be able to make it with her two kids on her own with this salary? No way. She'd likely need some assistance. Maybe even a tax break.
I also have a friend whose father left her mother, 2 brothers, and herself with nothing. Mom worked hard for minimum wage, and the kids even brought home money to help. They could have never done it without gov't assistance. Lazy? NO.
Why is it because I have chosen employment in a community serving capacity that I make significantly less than a CEO of some big company? Do they work harder than me? I'm sick of people saying that this whole restructuring thing is about taking from the well deserving rich and giving to the lazy middle class or poor. Yes, the system has MANY flaws, and many abuse the system because of this. But there are many of us out there who work just as hard as Joe CEO, and reap none of the rewards. Joe CEO will still come out much farther ahead even if I get the tax cut and he doesn't.
Looks like someone's got a case of the Mondays.
While I preach the idea of only putting energy, even energy of thought, toward the outcomes you would like to see in your life, I sometimes put energy toward the bad stuff. For some reason, I got to thinking about what I would do if someone in my family died. Especially my dad or my husband. I think it is mostly because they are both really unhealthy...although my mom does smoke now, too. But, I have always had this fear of my dad dying. Probably because my grandpa had two or three heart attacks and he was fairly young with his first one, and I'm guessing kind of young when he died...for a grandpa that is. I was only in 5th grade at the time and my grandma is still here with us today. We'll guess sixtyish...and my dad is well on his way to 60ish.
Anyway, I got to thinking. I don't think I would go to the funeral of anyone who was really close to me. Not like a friend or anything, but my immediate family. I don't know how people sit there while everyone comes up to them to say they are sorry. Ick. I wouldn't be able to handle it. I'd lose my mind. So, yeah, at this point in my life, if my parents, sister, or husband died, I would not go to the funeral. Just putting that out there.
I wasn't going to blog about this until I was reading the weekend issue of the Courier online this morning. A classmate who graduated a year behind me died over the weekend. Eric Sickels. I remember thinking he was cute in Jr. High. I mean, really, that is the face I see when I think of him. It is just kind of surreal and I can't even imagine what his family is going through right now. You always think life here on earth is forever, but it is not.
I guess all you can do is really appreciate what you have while you have it. Make the most out of life, and really...don't sweat the small stuff.
Sorry for the weird morbid post. How's that for a case of the Mondays.
Anyway, I got to thinking. I don't think I would go to the funeral of anyone who was really close to me. Not like a friend or anything, but my immediate family. I don't know how people sit there while everyone comes up to them to say they are sorry. Ick. I wouldn't be able to handle it. I'd lose my mind. So, yeah, at this point in my life, if my parents, sister, or husband died, I would not go to the funeral. Just putting that out there.
I wasn't going to blog about this until I was reading the weekend issue of the Courier online this morning. A classmate who graduated a year behind me died over the weekend. Eric Sickels. I remember thinking he was cute in Jr. High. I mean, really, that is the face I see when I think of him. It is just kind of surreal and I can't even imagine what his family is going through right now. You always think life here on earth is forever, but it is not.
I guess all you can do is really appreciate what you have while you have it. Make the most out of life, and really...don't sweat the small stuff.
Sorry for the weird morbid post. How's that for a case of the Mondays.
Friday, October 17, 2008
Oh Tunic, How I love thee...
Well, last night I hit the jackpot. Target had all kinds of tunic style tops on sale for 4-5 dollars a piece. I ordered several. I love wearing these tops over my skirts. Nice and flowy. I ordered all of these while watching Tim Gunn's Guide to Style. He actually said something like the more volume your clothes have, the more volume you appear to have. He said this last week too. Last week's gal had a ton of tunics and babydoll tops. I knew he would be very disappointed as I clicked on the submit order button. I don't care though. I like looking flowy even if I look volumonously flowy:-) I heart Tim Gunn, but I heart my flowiness more. Plus you can lose or gain weight without anyone knowing! Yay for tunics.
Thursday, October 16, 2008
I'm just that special
My co-workers, Jamie and Alicia got me these flowers yesterday with a card that said "to brighten your days. We like to see smiles on your face." Aww! (Does this mean I've been a bear lately?)
They tried to do the whole anonymous thing, but I recognized Alicia's handwriting right off the bat. I sign your handwritten timesheets, so ya can't get by me that easily!!
Thanks ladies!!
More dog pics...cause they are my kids ya know!
Well the following seems to be the usual for us during evenings and weekends. I seriously can't imagine what will happen once Zeke grows to be bigger than Karma. Well, yes I can. We'll just have to scrunch to fit because who are we kidding. Our dogs rule the roost.
I've also discovered why my little dog jack and are I joined at the hip since I started teaching. I've learned a lot about attachment styles. My attachment style is anxious-ambivalent or preoccupied. This is where you desire close relationships, but are so pre-occupied with the thought of losing those relationships that you get all clingy and can sometimes have a negative impact on the relationships you already have. Well, I think if dogs could have attachment styles, Jack would be pre-occupied as well. So really, since we are both clingy, we just cling on to each other:) There really is something about having him sleeping right next to me at night. I feel so much more relaxed. Funny and somewhat pathetic.
And then here is another picture from my perspective as I sit on the couch. Sometimes Josh and I both sit there and think about how much we love our house. We even say it out loud multiple times a week. We are dorks!
I've also discovered why my little dog jack and are I joined at the hip since I started teaching. I've learned a lot about attachment styles. My attachment style is anxious-ambivalent or preoccupied. This is where you desire close relationships, but are so pre-occupied with the thought of losing those relationships that you get all clingy and can sometimes have a negative impact on the relationships you already have. Well, I think if dogs could have attachment styles, Jack would be pre-occupied as well. So really, since we are both clingy, we just cling on to each other:) There really is something about having him sleeping right next to me at night. I feel so much more relaxed. Funny and somewhat pathetic.
And then here is another picture from my perspective as I sit on the couch. Sometimes Josh and I both sit there and think about how much we love our house. We even say it out loud multiple times a week. We are dorks!
Here and there randomness
Just thought I'd post some random pics that have nothing to do with each other. Here is the very first fall leaf I found in our yard. Now there are millions. But, this beautiful fiery red leaf was hard to miss laying in contrast to the bright green grass in our back yard. Ahhhh, it really is the simple things in life sometimes.
Up next, a night out with friends at the Lava Lounge. Doug makes a mean drink, so watch yourself.
The best SHIRT! of all time! Mike is always good for a laugh.
Brooke and Amanda being crazy.
Amanda, Brooke, Mikayla, me, and Emily.
Some guy, Phil, and Mikayla
And then, we have Shakeem's 8th Birthday! Good times at Chucky Cheese! I still like Showbiz and Billy Bob better!
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
You couldn't subject yourself to being there to hear her cries, why should we hear yours now?
Crying for you life now, huh, Dave? I mean seriously. "wept and dabbed his eyes as Donnisha's mother was on the stand" ? That man feels no remorse for anything other than the fact that he is facing a life sentence or death. And even if sentenced to death, he will not face the penalty until the moratorium on capital punishment is lifted in Illinois which could be never.Recent Courier Article
I say put him in with the general population. He'll likely get his death sentence there. Wasting anymore time or tax dollars on this man is a slap in the face to Donnisha.
I say put him in with the general population. He'll likely get his death sentence there. Wasting anymore time or tax dollars on this man is a slap in the face to Donnisha.
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Halloween
As most of you know, I don't do the dress up thing. I hate it. I'm not creative and can never think of anything. Plus, you always end up being uncomfortable. For the past few years I've been an army girl, wearing my cargo pants and army cap. Or, a painter, wearing the same cap and my big baggie overalls. Both are usual clothes for me, so I'm really not dressing up, and I stay comfortable.
Well, this year I'm actually dressing up, BUT I get to stay cozy! Josh and I are going as Jim and Pam from The Office. And we are going as Jim and Pam in the Office Fun Run Pro Am Race for a Cure for Rabies blah blah blah whatever it is. Pretty much what I lay around in at the house on any given night or weekend (minus the visor). Awesome!!
Well, this year I'm actually dressing up, BUT I get to stay cozy! Josh and I are going as Jim and Pam from The Office. And we are going as Jim and Pam in the Office Fun Run Pro Am Race for a Cure for Rabies blah blah blah whatever it is. Pretty much what I lay around in at the house on any given night or weekend (minus the visor). Awesome!!
Friday, October 10, 2008
Abortion and Racism?
Vitamin Z
You know, I have never thought about abortion in the context of how and where it started and whether or not it was rooted in racism. Don't get me wrong. This is an anti Obama video,and an anti choice video. I do not support either of those things. But I am prompted to do some more research into the roots of abortion and Planned Parenthood.
As with many things that are released from either the right or the left, most times they are highly inflammatory. Thus, I will take this with a grain of salt until I can investigate further.
You know, I have never thought about abortion in the context of how and where it started and whether or not it was rooted in racism. Don't get me wrong. This is an anti Obama video,and an anti choice video. I do not support either of those things. But I am prompted to do some more research into the roots of abortion and Planned Parenthood.
As with many things that are released from either the right or the left, most times they are highly inflammatory. Thus, I will take this with a grain of salt until I can investigate further.
Thursday, October 9, 2008
EFFING GUILTY!!!!
All three counts...GUILTY!!!! 1.5 hours to decide. The jurors had smiles on their faces as the handed the judge the decision and made eye contact with my family! I can't wait to watch the news on all of this!
Sometimes it really is just a matter of fact!
While I don't always agree with my friend Matt, you should head over toMatt's Blog for his recent entry about the latest, greatest visitors to arrive in Cedar Falls. We need more men like Matt to stand up and take a stand about these kinds of issues. Kudos to Matt!!
And I raaaan, I ran so far awaaaay. I couldn't get away.
I guess if Duran Duran can stand the test of time, so too can 80s fashion. I walked by the following display in Kmart yesterday. I felt obligated to document the tragedy despite my fight or flight reflex kicking in. I mean, I guess if we are going to do this, we are gonna go all the way. I remember my first beret. I thought I was so fricking cool. I think I was in 4th or 5th grade. I wore that thing everywhere. And of course I had leg warmers. They fit best and looked best fit snuggly over jeans. mmmmm....comfy, cozy and fashionable...HA!!! Thank goodness it is all back.
As if we didn't already know this...
But, David Damm is a scumbag. I'm sure most of you are reading along in the Courier, but here's my mom's account of his testimony.
She said that although he cried, and tried to appear upset, there was nothing about his actual voice or body language that indicated he was upset. He was cold and uncaring. She also said that there was one jury member who she had not seen make any kind of facial expressions to show where he was at with this whole thing, well he was having trouble not laughing at Dave as he cried. Apparently most of the jury were so disgusted by his behavior that they didn't even look directly at him after a bit (well, that is what we are hoping was the reason).
After he "cried", he would then smirk throughout his testimony. Anytime the prosecution caught him up in something he'd just smirk. And he never showed any remorse or sadness during cross. I mean, if I were sad, I'd be sad throughout. But, clearly it was a show.
I'm just stunned at what is clearly their failed defense for this man. We kept wondering why they would mention my sister so much. WE kept wondering what was the point of trying to make Donnis look like a violent jerk to Niki and the kids. Well, Dave is asserting that Donnisha just had to get away. Begged him to take her so she could run away forever. Well, if they could have made a case that Donnis was a jerk, that might have gone over better. She may have been scared of her father and tired of being abused. Well, that attempt failed miserably. No one testified that Donnis was abusive. Huh. Sucks for you Dave.
And what 60 year old decides it is probably best to just help a 13 year old run away? Don't you talk to the parents at that point, or report to DHS if you actually suspect abuse? And then he supposedly just dropped her off at a phone booth to meet Burt? Okay, 13 year old girl, I am going to drop you off here. Then a stranger you have never met who is also a crack head is going to pick you up and you need to get in the car with him. REally? Duh, Dude. Not much of a story there.
And the thing with my sister. Well, Dave actually mentioned her as well. Saying she stopped in once to make a payment on Niki's car. Well, I think they were also going to say they were trying to blackmail Dave with sexual abuse allegations in order to get the car loan forgiven or whatever. And since my sister was the first person to talk to her about the Sexual abuse...well she clearly knew about the car loan because she made a payment, and she probably planted the ideas of sexual abuse in Donnisha's head. Number 1, there was no making DNA up. Number 2, DUH! But, since they never put Angela on the stand, they really couldn't make that attack either.
So, my sister finally gets to go into day. Poor girl. Mom thinks keeping her on the back burner probably kept the defense confused, worried, off track, or whatever. Always anticipating being able to come on strong with that argument, and then never getting to. So, good for the big picture, but bad for her as she did need this for closure. Not sure what will happen from here as far as how she'll cope.
Rebuttal happens today. And then it will be turned over to the jury early this afternoon. At this point, I don't see how you deliberate for even an hour. But, I guess I'm biased. I don't even want to know what would happen if he doesn't get found guilty. So, let's just pray, meditate, and put our energy toward the outcome that we want. GUILTY GUILTY GUILTY!!!!
She said that although he cried, and tried to appear upset, there was nothing about his actual voice or body language that indicated he was upset. He was cold and uncaring. She also said that there was one jury member who she had not seen make any kind of facial expressions to show where he was at with this whole thing, well he was having trouble not laughing at Dave as he cried. Apparently most of the jury were so disgusted by his behavior that they didn't even look directly at him after a bit (well, that is what we are hoping was the reason).
After he "cried", he would then smirk throughout his testimony. Anytime the prosecution caught him up in something he'd just smirk. And he never showed any remorse or sadness during cross. I mean, if I were sad, I'd be sad throughout. But, clearly it was a show.
I'm just stunned at what is clearly their failed defense for this man. We kept wondering why they would mention my sister so much. WE kept wondering what was the point of trying to make Donnis look like a violent jerk to Niki and the kids. Well, Dave is asserting that Donnisha just had to get away. Begged him to take her so she could run away forever. Well, if they could have made a case that Donnis was a jerk, that might have gone over better. She may have been scared of her father and tired of being abused. Well, that attempt failed miserably. No one testified that Donnis was abusive. Huh. Sucks for you Dave.
And what 60 year old decides it is probably best to just help a 13 year old run away? Don't you talk to the parents at that point, or report to DHS if you actually suspect abuse? And then he supposedly just dropped her off at a phone booth to meet Burt? Okay, 13 year old girl, I am going to drop you off here. Then a stranger you have never met who is also a crack head is going to pick you up and you need to get in the car with him. REally? Duh, Dude. Not much of a story there.
And the thing with my sister. Well, Dave actually mentioned her as well. Saying she stopped in once to make a payment on Niki's car. Well, I think they were also going to say they were trying to blackmail Dave with sexual abuse allegations in order to get the car loan forgiven or whatever. And since my sister was the first person to talk to her about the Sexual abuse...well she clearly knew about the car loan because she made a payment, and she probably planted the ideas of sexual abuse in Donnisha's head. Number 1, there was no making DNA up. Number 2, DUH! But, since they never put Angela on the stand, they really couldn't make that attack either.
So, my sister finally gets to go into day. Poor girl. Mom thinks keeping her on the back burner probably kept the defense confused, worried, off track, or whatever. Always anticipating being able to come on strong with that argument, and then never getting to. So, good for the big picture, but bad for her as she did need this for closure. Not sure what will happen from here as far as how she'll cope.
Rebuttal happens today. And then it will be turned over to the jury early this afternoon. At this point, I don't see how you deliberate for even an hour. But, I guess I'm biased. I don't even want to know what would happen if he doesn't get found guilty. So, let's just pray, meditate, and put our energy toward the outcome that we want. GUILTY GUILTY GUILTY!!!!
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Pinwheel Pinwheel Spinning Around...
Take a look at this article about wind energy in Iowa. I knew these wind towers were huge, but from a far, you just never realize how big they are. Look at the pic in the article with the car driving past one of the blades. Crazy, but exciting! Go Iowa!!
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Ding Dong the Witch is Dead
Emporium Pets is closing due to tax evasion! Puppy Mill supporting pet store will be no longer! Although thankful to this day for my lil Zeke, I will never again support this type of horrendous store!! Thankfully there is going to be one less in this world.
Six Corners Kwik Star
I know I go in there a lot! I get my coffee there everyday, and prior to moving, we were in there multiple times a day. But, today as I was getting my coffee, I hear a voice behind me say, "Did you get your hair cut again Stacy?" I look back and it was (I think) Barb. I feel bad because I don't know her name, but she works there and she knows my name. Kind of like Hansen Dairy, it just made me feel nice that she took the time to know who the heck I was. Makes you feel more small townish. I guess I like that. Definitely re-affirms the value of my efforts to take time to tell people thank you, and have a great day, and all the other things I say to people I meet along the way instead of just paying for my stuff and leaving without a word.
I guess it is the little things that make me smile.
BTW, I cut my hair again if you didn't get that:)
I guess it is the little things that make me smile.
BTW, I cut my hair again if you didn't get that:)
Week Two, Day One...Mom's Report.
Well, after talking to my mom last night, I guess the jury is still actually laughing out loud at the defense attorneys. From the sounds of it, they are a joke, which leads me to fear that there will be grounds for a mistrial due to inadequate representation. But, I don't know how that all works.
But, apparently they number one just left subpoenas on people's door steps instead of handing them to them. Number two, of those who did come to testify, they had never actually talked to them in regards to what info they would testify. One friend of the family was called to drive all the way down there yesterday only to not provide the information the defense wanted to hear, so they sent him home without testifying. DUH.
They continued to try to make a case that Donnisha's dad was an abusive man, but that didn't happen. And, I'm still curious why that would matter anyway? All in all, most of the witnesses for the defense turned out to confirm most of what the prosecution was presenting. Most of the witnesses called to "verify" that Burt turned "crazy" during a come down actually said, "no, not so much".
Oh, and as Burt's ex was heading up to testify, the prosecution got up to help her because she has a hard time walking. She was a witness for the defense and they just sat there and watched her struggle, so the prosecution got up to assist.
Today might be the last day of testimony before the jury goes in for deliberation. I hope that really happens.
But, apparently they number one just left subpoenas on people's door steps instead of handing them to them. Number two, of those who did come to testify, they had never actually talked to them in regards to what info they would testify. One friend of the family was called to drive all the way down there yesterday only to not provide the information the defense wanted to hear, so they sent him home without testifying. DUH.
They continued to try to make a case that Donnisha's dad was an abusive man, but that didn't happen. And, I'm still curious why that would matter anyway? All in all, most of the witnesses for the defense turned out to confirm most of what the prosecution was presenting. Most of the witnesses called to "verify" that Burt turned "crazy" during a come down actually said, "no, not so much".
Oh, and as Burt's ex was heading up to testify, the prosecution got up to help her because she has a hard time walking. She was a witness for the defense and they just sat there and watched her struggle, so the prosecution got up to assist.
Today might be the last day of testimony before the jury goes in for deliberation. I hope that really happens.
Monday, October 6, 2008
Week Two.
According to my sis, the defense pretty much sucked today. Few of their witnesses showed, and they couldn't eve fill a full day. Court was called early.
However, I would like to say that this article and the testimony in it is insane. If the defense thinks that the domestic abuse Burt perpetrated on his girlfriend is proof that he is a violent person, they are crazy. Batterer's are seldom randomly violent toward other people. They reserve this violence for the ones the "love". So, I hope they have others that prove he was violent after his crack highs. And I hope the jury sees through this ridiculous defense.
However, I would like to say that this article and the testimony in it is insane. If the defense thinks that the domestic abuse Burt perpetrated on his girlfriend is proof that he is a violent person, they are crazy. Batterer's are seldom randomly violent toward other people. They reserve this violence for the ones the "love". So, I hope they have others that prove he was violent after his crack highs. And I hope the jury sees through this ridiculous defense.
Friday, October 3, 2008
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Jon Stewart makes me giggle as I drift to sleep.
As always, I love Jon Stewart!
He is hilarious and given my current predisposition for head shaking when it comes to Sarah Palin, I heart him even more. BTW, what is this about victims have to pay for their rape kits in her state or town? I need more info about this. Likely something having to do with legislation rather than her as an individual...I WOULD HOPE!!!!
I can't really talk about foreign affairs or why we are in a financial crisis with much factual backing, but it appears to me that she can't either. But, maybe I'm wrong since I don't know my head from my a$$ when it comes to those matters. If I ignore what I perceive as her lack of basic knowledge regarding things she should have extensive knowledge about, I'll turn my attention to her politics as usual bologna. She won't just ANSWER a question.
I just don't get why she can't name a newspaper or magazine she read..."Just all of them...any of them". Why can't she say "yes I want it to be illegal for a victim of rape to get an abortion" instead of talking around it and saying "she'll counsel for life." Or not owning up to a sarcastic jab she made regarding how old and predictable Joe Biden is..."I remember hearing his speeches when I was just a little girl.. hardy har har." Okay great, but then don't come off as "oh no i was just saying how experienced he is."
He is hilarious and given my current predisposition for head shaking when it comes to Sarah Palin, I heart him even more. BTW, what is this about victims have to pay for their rape kits in her state or town? I need more info about this. Likely something having to do with legislation rather than her as an individual...I WOULD HOPE!!!!
I can't really talk about foreign affairs or why we are in a financial crisis with much factual backing, but it appears to me that she can't either. But, maybe I'm wrong since I don't know my head from my a$$ when it comes to those matters. If I ignore what I perceive as her lack of basic knowledge regarding things she should have extensive knowledge about, I'll turn my attention to her politics as usual bologna. She won't just ANSWER a question.
I just don't get why she can't name a newspaper or magazine she read..."Just all of them...any of them". Why can't she say "yes I want it to be illegal for a victim of rape to get an abortion" instead of talking around it and saying "she'll counsel for life." Or not owning up to a sarcastic jab she made regarding how old and predictable Joe Biden is..."I remember hearing his speeches when I was just a little girl.. hardy har har." Okay great, but then don't come off as "oh no i was just saying how experienced he is."
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Sarah Palin
Well, I'm done asking for people to back off. She is seriously struggling as far as I'm concerned. It is nearly as painful to watch her in an interview as it is to watch Bush speaking at length.
My issues are too numerous to name.
Let's just say, I'm hoping she has stepped up her game for Thursday evening.
Couric/Palin Interviews at CBS
My issues are too numerous to name.
Let's just say, I'm hoping she has stepped up her game for Thursday evening.
Couric/Palin Interviews at CBS
Little ol'me?
I seem to have caused a stir on campus already. A certain athletic academic advisor sent me an email request for current grades on his players. Being that I work in a field where I need a release for everything, I automatically checked with my Dept. Head to be sure I was okay to release such info via an email request. He did not like the sounds of it. HE instructed me to let the guy know I needed the appropriate forms, and he contacted the Dean of Students. YIKES!
So today all professors get an email stating that we can go online to access these forms to fill out, blah blah blah. I figured, great. No problem. Well now there are crazy mass emails of professors who are annoyed by this process and would rather have paper forms which used to get sent out in the first place. So, I don't know what is going on, or if I caused all this drama, or what. I figured when I asked about it, my DH would say, "yeah go ahead. that is how we do it." I never figured I'd be creating mass confusion for all.
Leave it to me. Not to mention, I look like the "typical" feminist causing a stir for the "typical" sport that said feminist might typically cause a stir about :) Seriously not my intention. Maybe 10 years ago, but I'm too old for those games now.
So today all professors get an email stating that we can go online to access these forms to fill out, blah blah blah. I figured, great. No problem. Well now there are crazy mass emails of professors who are annoyed by this process and would rather have paper forms which used to get sent out in the first place. So, I don't know what is going on, or if I caused all this drama, or what. I figured when I asked about it, my DH would say, "yeah go ahead. that is how we do it." I never figured I'd be creating mass confusion for all.
Leave it to me. Not to mention, I look like the "typical" feminist causing a stir for the "typical" sport that said feminist might typically cause a stir about :) Seriously not my intention. Maybe 10 years ago, but I'm too old for those games now.
Seriously, Courier?
How do they choose their headlines?
Tuesdays paper: Victim purposely takes wrong bus.
I get that this is a fact. I get that it is okay to report this information. But to lead off with it? In this day and age, people love to blame the victim. This type of headline sets that mentality into action even for the most victim friendly person. Der. How disappointing. Oh well.
Today was a good day. Lots of good evidence. Lots of the defense looking like a moron. The jury even snickered at them at one point. Nice:) Also, at lunch the owner of the restaurant bought their lunch and said some really kind words. It is nice when the world actually cares.
Everyone is home as there is no court tomorrow. They will go back for Friday and come back again for the weekend.
Looks like they might even wrap up by next week, and even have a verdict late next week early the following. Prosecution is set to wrap up soon, and the defense has aprx 2 days of information to present. So, we shall see. It be nice to have a verdict so soon. There are still a lot of stages of the game to complete once that happens which is why they estimate 6 weeks for the entire thing. But, I guess I was thinking 6 weeks until we had a verdict. The light is at the end of the tunnel for everyone down there which is awesome.
Sister is still on the "possible but probably not" witness list. Infuriated is the only way I can imagine she feels right now. She's too strong to let it show though.
Tuesdays paper: Victim purposely takes wrong bus.
I get that this is a fact. I get that it is okay to report this information. But to lead off with it? In this day and age, people love to blame the victim. This type of headline sets that mentality into action even for the most victim friendly person. Der. How disappointing. Oh well.
Today was a good day. Lots of good evidence. Lots of the defense looking like a moron. The jury even snickered at them at one point. Nice:) Also, at lunch the owner of the restaurant bought their lunch and said some really kind words. It is nice when the world actually cares.
Everyone is home as there is no court tomorrow. They will go back for Friday and come back again for the weekend.
Looks like they might even wrap up by next week, and even have a verdict late next week early the following. Prosecution is set to wrap up soon, and the defense has aprx 2 days of information to present. So, we shall see. It be nice to have a verdict so soon. There are still a lot of stages of the game to complete once that happens which is why they estimate 6 weeks for the entire thing. But, I guess I was thinking 6 weeks until we had a verdict. The light is at the end of the tunnel for everyone down there which is awesome.
Sister is still on the "possible but probably not" witness list. Infuriated is the only way I can imagine she feels right now. She's too strong to let it show though.
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