I was going to write a long diatribe… but honestly, the simple story is more moving than any framing I could possibly give it. I am late to the table when it comes to this story. But, frankly, to let that stop me from saying something would be wrong. People should be stopping each other …
Category Archive: We are all so screwed.
Nov 06 2012
There Are Dangers In Election Drinking Games
When the people are standing in line But the leaders assert all is fine As the populace votes And the media notes …The Cuttlefish drinks some more wine. I have family in too many states to just sit back. I am hopeful, but damn. This is not easy. And I must say, if I had …
Nov 05 2012
Vote. Just F’ing Vote.
You think it’s a toss-up? You don’t want to vote? You think there’s no difference Or nothing of note? You’re thinking of sitting it out? You don’t see a difference That merits attention There’s no one to vote for, Or even to mention You’d rather just sit home and pout? You think it’s decided? Then …
Oct 31 2012
The Mitt Romney Mega Prayer!
The facts are clear; you must admit The time has come to pray for Mitt The time has come, if you believe, To pray all day—election eve And if it works—as well it may— We cannot lose, if we just stay At home, and pray and pray and pray From dawn to dusk, election day. …
Oct 18 2012
Binders Full Of Wrong
Let’s say you’re in charge of the hiring and firing— You’re after a woman who’ll answer to you. Assuming you’re needing a binder to find ‘er You’re likely admitting you don’t have a clue Despite your executive power, you cower, Cos all of your partners, for years, have been men You’re frightened to look past …
Oct 03 2012
I Think I’m Doing It Wrong
… but at least I no longer worry I’m some sort of felon for de-godding some coins. Take a look on eBay for “Cross Pennies”. I’ll try some links here, but they may break once the auctions are over. You can buy a penny with a cross punched out of it… for a dollar. Or …
Sep 24 2012
What Frightens Me
“Romney’s chances of winning are low” is the message wherever I go But what keeps me up nights– Do I only chose sites That confirm what I already “know”? Confirmation bias, that’s what frightens me. You see it everywhere, especially the big news/opinion sites. Read about the latest poll and what it means in an …
Sep 22 2012
How *Not* To Be One With A Tiger
“I want to be one with the tiger” Said the man, of his dangerous feat; The tiger had similar wishes, but knew That the truth is, you are what you eat.
Sep 08 2012
Oh, Those Undecided Voters
There was a voter, undecided, Though I cannot fathom why; Perhaps a faulty compass guided Him, as days and weeks flew by. Friends would prod, and neighbors chided “Such an indecisive guy!” With rapt attention undivided All would roll their eyes and sigh. The networks parked where he resided (Never was he camera-shy) The interviews …
Jul 14 2012
Simulations
I can simulate my pleasure I can simulate my pain I can simulate the whole shebang, and still not go insane I can simulate my husband I can simulate my wife I can simulate my children, and the others in my life I can simulate a sunset I can simulate a kiss I can simulate …
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