the last word on stereotyping partisans June 3, 2010 Having endured thirty years of suffering from political stereotyping first by Democrats who pegged me as the worst kind of Republican then for twenty… Continue Reading
Harry’s Diary June 3, 2010 As I mentioned in a recent post this blog has elements of a diary about it. Look to the long list of topics on… Continue Reading
Anne Frank’s petticoats June 1, 2010 When I can find time I’ve been reading the recent revision of Anne Frank’s war time diary to my wife. It is a delightful… Continue Reading
Faribault May 15, 2010 It rained steadily on Thursday as I drove down to Faribault. I got into town late but drove around a little to get my… Continue Reading
Faribault, Minnesota May 14, 2010 This is the photo I took on my tour of Faribault today. This is called the Whitney Arch and it frames Shattuck Academy. I… Continue Reading
One week ago to the minute April 17, 2010 I’ve posted little again this week. Its not that I haven’t had some zingers to bestow its that this week marks the conclusion of… Continue Reading
Anne Frank and a sense of proportion April 12, 2010 Ten years ago I bought the newly published “definitive” unexpurgated version of Anne Frank’s diary. It got lost on my bookshelves with many other… Continue Reading
The Buddha says April 5, 2010 Our church choir has sung so much through the Easter Season that we’re getting a break on our regular Wednesday night practice. I’ll be… Continue Reading
Real Estate Woes April 3, 2010 Pardon my limited posts but I’ve been a bit preoccupied. After two years on the market our modest house in St. Paul’s Frogtown neighborhood… Continue Reading
My blog posts March 10, 2010 Periodically I feel the need to reexplain my posting policy. I edit blogs upload them before they’re finished and then go back and keep… Continue Reading
Cheap money makes us stupid February 28, 2010 Eleven PM, Saturday. I should be going to bed. Feeling hot and sweaty. Just clicked a link to a blog post Vic sent me…. Continue Reading
No P virus February 23, 2010 I am a little reticent about pulling my family into my blog. Not nearly reticent enough, however, according to my family. I happen to… Continue Reading
Its been a tough week February 15, 2010 I was a little too sleep deprived when I attempted to address the DNT’s complaint about my unauthorized usage of their photos. Had to… Continue Reading
I caucused with the DFL again last night February 3, 2010 I completely agree with the pundit Andrew Sullivan on his reaction to this poll of GOP thinking. Last night I caucused for the third… Continue Reading
sorry about my email silence January 27, 2010 Thanks for the email, friends. Sorry I haven’t been replying. My computer’s email function is on the fritz. I’ve bought a new HP, printer/scanner… Continue Reading
lousy email January 20, 2010 I just realized a little earlier this afternoon that all my outgoing email is trapped in the “out box.” My regrets to Bob, and… Continue Reading
Aw shucks September 21, 2009 Last evening I found myself watching an old movie I’d wanted to see for a long time, A Face in the Crowd. It was… Continue Reading
Its a wonderful day in the neighborhood August 6, 2009 Its sunny. Its the best day in ages and I have company. I had one meeting this morning and have made a dozen calls… Continue Reading
SHIT June 25, 2009 A damned fire alarm has been sounded in the San Fran Marriott. I’ve been ordered to leave the building. Continue Reading
The Governor’s nominee June 21, 2009 I received a letter yesterday from Governor Pawlenty informing me that he has submitted my name to President Obama as a nominee to serve… Continue Reading