Senior Superlatives…the page everyone turns to immediately as soon as yearbooks are delivered. She’s totally Most Likely To Succeed. He definitely has Best Eyes. But that betch Vicky does not have Cutest Smile.
What was your Senior Superlative? Was it correct? What Senior Superlative did you hope to get then, and what would you want now? Continue reading
Crowds estimated between 5000 (Planned Parenthood) and 10,000 (MoveOn.Org) gathered Monday on the South Side of the Capitol Building in Austin, TX to Stand With Texas Women. Dressed in burnt orange, the unruly mob filled the lawn for several hours listening to politicians, musicians, clergy, and leaders of the Pro-Choice movement.
A broad range of people attended the rally — more women than men; lots of children and infants; several pregnant women; fewer people of color than I hoped. Contrary to reports from Republicans, the protesters were from Texas. People came from all over the state, based on conversations with those standing around us, in bus and car loads. There was a positive, energized vibe despite the heightened police presence. The rally organizers planned thoughtfully, providing kid-friendly areas, free cold water, and for a short time, electronic charging stations. Certainly the unusually comfortable weather and cool breezes helped.
As expected, the signs were witty, pointed, crass, and spot-on. Continue reading
Over at Crassparenting, I’ve shared my thoughts for parents about how to prepare their students for the college admissions process. Knowing my audience, I thought that Crasstalkers would rather hear the war stories from my odd job.
There are stupid questions: One father asked in front of 600 people if our food service had diet food because his fat daughter couldn’t afford to gain the Freshman 15. Continue reading
Yesterday, PoBoyNation shared tips on how to do Mardi Gras in New Orleans like a local, causing all of us to want to head down south immediately. Today as Lent begins and Carnival season ends, I thought I’d share with you my week in eating in New Orleans like a tourist (albeit a tourist who lived there for a bit and visits often) on an expense account. Get your antacid ready to go! Continue reading
According to the Slate/@GunDeaths project, over 1600 Americans have been killed by gun violence since the murders at Sandy Hook. Will the new bipartisan House bill make a dent in gun deaths? This week seemed to have more unusual gun deaths than expected. Let’s look at some of the gun incidents this week Continue reading
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Over 1400 Americans have died from gun violence since the massacre at Newtown in December. The President, Vice President and the Congress are currently considering legislation to stem gun violence. Former Congresswoman, Gabby Giffords, will testify in Congress today about her very personal experience with gun violence. Meanwhile, the GOP and NRA are digging in their heels, and gun sales have sky rocketed around the nation. Continue reading
It’s big day in America! Every four years, the US has a peaceful transition of power, a rarity in this world. President Obama is publicly sworn in for the second time on the same day we honor Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy. Plus, Uncle Joe is back! Let’s celebrate by honoring all things Obama. Continue reading
It was only a month ago that 26 members of the Sandy Point Elementary School were brutally gunned down at their school. On Wednesday, President Obama announced his legislative agenda to address gun violence. The reaction from the NRA and gun rights extremists was swift and predictable, and pundits predict the President will have a difficult time getting support in Congress. As the nation wrestles with questions about gun rights versus public safety, people continue to die from gun violence. As of January 16th, 926 people have died since the teachers and children in Newtown were killed. Continue reading