Monthly Archives: September 2008

White Privilege – Tim Wise

The letter below was received via email yesterday. When I read it, I became very angry. The fact that the person who sent it to me was not “white” made me view it as racist and full of hate. I … Continue reading

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Campaign Propaganda

After the McCain-Obama debate last Friday, I was left feeling like I just sat down at a nice restaurant and ordered a nice meal, and was served a tuna sandwich. My expectations were obviously off. It was somewhat entertaining to … Continue reading

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Corn Catapult – Perfect Aim

Bryson figured out how to use his spoon as a catapult tonight. He had me load it with corn, then he placed the spoon in his mouth, bit down, applied outward pressure, and released his jaws. He peppered my face … Continue reading

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Bryson Pictures from our visit to the park

Watching Bryson crawl up these steps was like watching one of those mechanized robots.

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Betty now has Heat in the Trunk

I spent most of yesterday and today working on Betty. I attempted to weld a piece of sheet metal to hold and protect the short section of hoses on the underside of the chassis. I’m not sure it is wise … Continue reading

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Fourth Generation Texan

I just dug up some interesting family tree information tonight. One thing that stuck out to me that was very interesting is that I’m a Forth Generation Texan. If you thought I was obnoxious about Texas before, now I just … Continue reading

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Poor? $1000 cash to have your tubes tied!

You have to be trained and pass a test to be a doctor, lawyer, engineer, or teacher. You have to pass a test to drive a car. Why not sterilize everyone at birth, then after some training and passing a … Continue reading

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Bryson’s Latest Words

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The Art of Manliness

One of my favorite websites is artofmanliness.com. The site has all kinds of interesting stuff, if you are interested in manliness that is. Free E-Book: Guide to Being a Gentleman in 2008 (alt download link) This is a must read! … Continue reading

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Bryson Update (Pictures)

Bryson continues to develop at what Amber and I think is rocket speed. To me, he already looks like a grown boy in this picture.

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