OK, I know I've been silent for awhile. It's been due to some issues I've been dealing with that I don't want to get into at this time. But I will be posting again. I am working out a timetable as to what days I will be posting. Thanks to all for your patience.
08 October 2006
17 September 2006
10 July 2006
Mark Reardon
I found out where Mark landed. He has a gig In St. Louis on KMOX, he is on from 0200 to 0500 (2am to 5am) weekdays.
I DISLIKE JACKSON/MCGEE JR
Thank you junior Jackson/McGee. You have turned another street into a mob scene. Your suggestion of using Miller Park for "cruising" was misunderstood by some of those who where using Capital Drive to mean Miller Park Way. I found out around 2330hrs (11:30PM) when I witnessed some fools blowing a red light on Miller Park Way (South 43rd st) around Lincoln Ave while we were returning from the sis-in-laws.
I noticed that you (Jackson/McGee) did not offer any streets or other venues near where you live. Instead you just want to make others miserable. I have a better spot for those who want to "cruise" like what has been happening on Capital Dr and now Miller Park Way, go to 5th street and "cruise" from Wisconsin Ave north.
24 June 2006
Memorable Words
In this present crisis, government is not the solution to our problem; government is the problem. From time to time we've been tempted to believe that society has become too complex to be managed by self-rule, that government by an elite group is superior to government for, by, and of the people. Well, if no one among us is capable of governing himself, then who among us has the capacity to govern someone else? All of us together, in and out of government, must bear the burden. The solutions we seek must be equitable, with no one group singled out to pay a higher price.
We hear much of special interest groups. Well, our concern must be for a special interest group that has been too long neglected. It knows no sectional boundaries or ethnic and racial divisions, and it crosses political party lines. It is made up of men and women who raise our food, patrol our streets, man our mines and factories, teach our children, keep our homes, and heal us when we're sick -- professionals, industrialists, shopkeepers, clerks, cabbies, and truckdrivers. They are, in short, ``We the people,'' this breed called Americans.
Well, this administration's objective will be a healthy, vigorous, growing economy that provides equal opportunities for all Americans with no barriers born of bigotry or discrimination. Putting America back to work means putting all Americans back to work. Ending inflation means freeing all Americans from the terror of runaway living costs. All must share in the productive work of this ``new beginning,'' and all must share in the bounty of a revived economy. With the idealism and fair play which are the core of our system and our strength, we can have a strong and prosperous America, at peace with itself and the world.
So, as we begin, let us take inventory. We are a nation that has a government -- not the other way around. And this makes us special among the nations of the Earth. Our government has no power except that granted it by the people. It is time to check and reverse the growth of government, which shows signs of having grown beyond the consent of the governed.
Ronald Reagan,Inaugural Address,January 20, 1981
Alexis Patterson
We should not forget about Alexis Patterson who disappeared May 3, 2002. For more info please visit http://www.alexispatterson.freeservers.com/
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Were number 6
I just love this story from the JS "Wisconsin dips to No. 6 in tax burden" "Different ranking says No. 14".
I'm so happy we dropped somewhat, but we can do more to lower things.
In the article it has this - "Per capita, the group said, Wisconsin ranked somewhat lower at 12th in the nation, with an average tax burden of $3,714 a person. A third measure, focusing only on the "big three" state and local taxes that most individuals pay - income, sales and property taxes - ranked Wisconsin third overall, behind only New York and Maine, the group said." Add in other "fees" and taxes, we might be higher.
(logic check)Link this with the stories on business's leaving Wisconsin, the Milwaukee County Board wanting anywhere from a 1/4% to a 1% INCREASE in sales taxes, some Milwaukee Common Council members wanting trollies, MATC wanting more $$$$, the list goes on and on, and what do you get? A TAX HECK!!!
But according to the left we don't live in one. They just want to add more spending and finance them through more "fees", "sin" taxes, and outright tax hikes.
13 June 2006
Bike
My first annual rant about Motorcycling. No I will not complain about bikers, but it's the others on the roads that I will rant about. Here is a list of complaints I have about you 4 wheeled folks (you know who you are):
Tailgating: this is not acceptable unless you are on a race track. Tailgating a bike is dangerous to the biker. If we have to stop in a hurry,the truck/car/minivan/SUV behind a bike will severly injure the biker and passenger.
Secure/cover your load: this one applies to all those dump trucks, pickups, and those who haul stuff to the dump. Please cover your load so it is not blowing out of the truck. It's not so bad when you are in a car, but on a bike it can be very bad. I have been pelted by a fine dust from the back of a dump truck and it felt like I was in a sandblaster.
Awareness: be aware that there are motorcycles out there. Just because you don't here one, there might be one.
Blindspots: On a bike the blindspots are larger. They have no rear view mirror, just the 2 that are on the handlebars. If we can't see you, we don't know you are there.
20 May 2006
GEEK????
Here is a list of why I think I've become a geek:
- Bought 2 Computers (laptop and desktop)
- We have 3 cell phones (2 are for me) and a "land line"
- I have a PDA
- I started blogging
- I have my own website
- I have 6 email addresses (down from 8)
- Got DSL
- Bought a camera and programs so I can do video on the internet
- I own a portable MP3 player
- I look for places that have wireless internet
- I have lost interest in woodworking
- Family and friends come to me for computer problems and advice
- I now have DVR with caller ID
- I get withdrawals if I am away from the TV or computers for more than 1 hour
- I want to expand my wireless network to include the garage
- I wrote this in the "reading" room on my laptop (both hands)
- I no longer have a healthy tan and I am becoming allergic to sunlight
- I write down websites that I see advertised and visit them, even tho I am not interested in the product
- The Microsoft Windows sounds comfort me
(Thats only the brief list)
Me Back
Yes, I am still here on blogger.com. I'm trying to get my postings onto my own .com but I am having some difficulty. If you have any suggestions contact me. I might be blogging more after today.
03 May 2006
Lest We Forget
"We began by letting the world know what we stood for once again. Winston Churchill said of his service in World War II, the nation ``had the lion's heart. I had the luck to give the roar.'' Well, America is the lion's heart of democracy. We have an obligation to give that democracy a voice, even an occasional roar.
For too long our nation had been moot to the injustices of totalitarianism. So we began speaking out against chemical warfare; inflicted on the people of Afghanistan and Southeast Asia, against broken treaties, against the denial of human liberties. We began speaking out for freedom and democracy and the values that all of us share in our hearts.
Now some critics said that this was a return to the rhetoric of the past. Well, if that's the case, then Sakharov and Solzhenitsyn and all those who've suffered to speak the truth are my compatriots, and I'm honored to be counted among them. This nation cannot simply ignore the suffering of oppressed peoples and remain true to our basic strengths and principles. We cannot follow a foreign policy based on the self-delusion that problems would not exist if we did not mention them. We cannot abdicate our obligation to speak out for those who cannot speak for themselves.
And, you know, it's amazing. In my meetings with foreign leaders and their ministers, they've told me how good it is to know what the United States stands for once again. They may not always agree with us, but they respect us. And there's a growing recognition abroad that America once again will stand up for her democratic ideals. Our country is the leader of the free world, and today it is providing that leadership." Ronald Reagan - August 15, 1983
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10 April 2006
01 April 2006
GPS transmitters
GPS transmitters on convicted sex offenders who targeted children is a good idea, but we need to add another group to this program. We need to add multiple drunk drivers. I don't mean just the ones that have 2 DUI's in the last 10 years, but those who have 2 or more in less than 5 years. There are many stories that some that have upwards of 5 or more DUI convictions, these people are still drinking and driving. This is in addition to making it a felony for the 3rd and additional conviction.
27 March 2006
Illegal immigrant Protests
I was reading the JS article on the protests and a few things in the story caught my attention.
All this over the idea of craking down on the ILLEGAL's that are either in this country or about to enter.
On Monday, California's Cesar Chavez Day, more than 22,000 students marched out of Los Angeles-area schools, including the San Fernando Valley and the wealthy coastal enclave of Pacific Palisades, said Monica Carazo, spokeswoman for the Los Angeles school district.
Note: High School students.
In some areas, teachers and administrators walked with students "as a safety measure," Carazo said.
Ya I believe that.
"I want you to know that there are people right now all across the country that agree with you that we need immigration reform that rewards work, that gives people a pathway to citizenship, that allows families to stay together," Villaraigosa told the crowd.
But he drew jeers when he added: "Now that you've come, it's important that you go back to school."
Of course the kids 'jeered'
"We are illegal immigrants if you trace our heritage all the way back, but we are here and we are working and we are living the American dream," said Janet Padron, a 22-year-old Allen Park resident.
Not my family, we came here LEGALLY.
"Do you see the community?" Padron asked, pointing to the thousands of people around her. "Do you see how many people didn't go to work today?"
Lets see:
High school students work when in school ... nope
Teachers and administrors ... maybe
College students ... nope
Detroit ... unemployment rate of 7.6%, good chance of some having no work and plenty of time to 'protest'
25 March 2006
Alexis Patterson
While the 2 boys are the top story we should not forget about Alexis Patterson who disappeared May 3, 2002. For more info please visit http://www.alexispatterson.freeservers.com/. Hopefully all 3 kids will be found alive.
Missing Children
I thought about putting the info about the 2 missing boys on the blog. But the MSM and a few other bloggers like Badger Blogger(see link) and Texas Hold 'Em Blogger have the story and more details.
Through my work I have to go out into the field to take notes, and the times I was out this past week I did keep an extra eye out for these missing kids.
My prayers and thoughts are with the families of these 2 boys.
24 March 2006
MJS Police reports
I've been reading the police reports in the MJS for a long time. But, got to thinking about this feature lately. Do both UWM and Marquette have campuses on BOTH sides of town??
19 March 2006
Subject to Change: Blogger Audio #7
Check out Subject to Change: Blogger Audio #7 . I am part of it, and dang I have a writers voice.
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Blog Conference
I did not make it to the conference Saturday because I was busy with my wife and my niece and I completely zoned out. I would have liked to meet those bloggers that I read on a daily basis. Hopefully, if there is another one I will make it.
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