Monthly Archives: January 2013

That Sweet Stuff — How Sweet It Is

Posted on January 31, 2013 by gar

Something happened to me the other day on Facebook which has never happened before.  I put up what I thought was an innocuous post about 82 year old Jim Nabors marrying his partner of 38 years in the Great State … Continue reading →

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An Ideal Heaven – Part II

Posted on January 26, 2013 by gar

“Who. . .who are. . .” he stuttered. The man behind the desk looked up. “Who do you think I am?” he said gruffly, before turning his attention back to the papers he shuffled on his desk. “Well, I mean, … Continue reading →

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Virginia Senate Goes Rogue! A By Hook or by Crook Update

Posted on January 22, 2013 by gar

In the last election Blue Michigan voted to repeal the controversial law which allowed an unelected, state appointed despot, I mean manager, to take over cities and towns in financial trouble.  No matter.  The Republican controlled state legislature — the … Continue reading →

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An Ideal Heaven – Part I

Posted on January 18, 2013 by gar

When he opened his eyes, a bright light hit him, though despite its brilliance, it did not make him flinch.  He felt warmth from it, but it did not make him perspire.  He turned around and saw behind him unfocussed … Continue reading →

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We need to better regulate guns. Now.

Posted on January 15, 2013 by gar

Oakland, California, a city of about 396,000 residents, saw 131 homicides in 2012.  This is the highest homicide rate for Oakland since 2006, when 145 people lost their lives. I actually have a deep distrust and loathing for firearms and … Continue reading →

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Filibusting the Tyranny of the Minority

Posted on January 9, 2013 by gar

The Senate will soon discuss potential ways of modifying the filibuster so that, basically, the Republican minority will no longer be able to capriciously and maliciously block legislation and presidential appointments.  As has been noted in many stories, the filibuster … Continue reading →

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Revised Chapter 2 for Sin Against the Race

Posted on January 5, 2013 by gar

Here’s the revised draft of Chapter 2 of Sin Against the Race, taking up where Chapter 1 left off.  Enjoy! ++++++++++++ Chapter 2 – Sin Against the Race Alfonso boarded the Line 21 bus and found it already filled with comatose … Continue reading →

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