Come Heller high water … Apropos of nothing, President-elect Trump said this week that flag-burners should be jailed or kicked out of the country. Well, of course they should. So should singers who mangle the Star Spangled Banner at baseball games. And Olympic athletes who … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2016
And now for a few long overdue words about leaf blowers …
Before we leave fall too far behind, allow me to pen a quick note to the owners of leaf blowers – the single worst invention of mankind, with the possible exception of hip-hop. Or shrink wrap. Or possibly Wolf Blitzer. It’s a toss-up. Dear Leaf Blower Owners: You’re killing … [Read more...]
Surveyin’ da Situation: A heartfelt salute to veterans
I know we are beyond the date for this year’s Veterans Day, but a bunch of us recently had a conversation about it and it really made me think. I was proud of the towns in this area on November 11. Each of them had a Veterans Day celebration and what was really cool is the towns … [Read more...]
This week’s Auchtoon: Stay in your prescribed lanes, people
Okay, all right. Just one more cartoon on national political affairs, and I'll try to turn my attention back to more Michigan-based shenanigans. But I couldn't let this one go — it's been festering for some time. There is not a whole lot to add because we've all just … [Read more...]
Come Heller high water … the Thanksgiving edition
Come Heller high water … What am I most thankful for? For three healthy kids and a healthy, if sarcastic, spousal unit, aka the lovely yet formidable Marcia. Oh, and spiced apple rings. I’m thankful for those, too. Thanksgiving is the only day of the year I … [Read more...]
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