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To the families of those we’ve lost; to all who called them friends; to the students of this university, the public servants who are gathered here, the people of Tucson and the people of Arizona: I have come here tonight as an American who, like all Americans, kneels to pray with you today and will […]
Last year, I set up a little widget on Facebook for this blog. I use it to push stories that are most interesting or relevant. At the same time, I set up a fan page for my friend's beagle rescue. Fast forward to January 2011. I have 222 fans. The beagles have 1700+ fans. LOL. There's […]
This is from the latest issue of The Advocate. I'm trying to find out what the Pride Theater Festival is. I googled and found some events in past years, but nothing current. If anyone has a lead, let me know. Perhaps they meant PrideFest? Pittsburgh got the following score: Pittsburgh ranks very well in some local […]
Got a heads up from our friends at End Bigotry in Venango County about a press release from the American Family Association of Pennsylvania that narrows in on US Congressman Barney Frank. In general, they are commenting on the need for Congress to move right. I say “they” loosely because this is mostly about Diane […]
Councilman Bruce A. Kraus to Seek Second Term January 11, 2011—Councilman Bruce A. Kraus announced today that he will be seeking a second term as a representative on Pittsburgh’s City Council. The primary election will be held on May 17, 2011. In a letter to constituents, Councilman Kraus cited—among other accomplishments—a few examples of the […]
Folks, it is a good time to get your fingers stretched and send in your own letters. Politicians pay attention to people contacting them personally, but they also watch the opinion sections of the media. If you need an angle, consider writing in about Chick Fil A if you are a customer. Talk with the […]
I talked my hair stylist into sharing her wireless code while Ledcat got a snip … One of my favorite gals, asked if It was ok to watch as her partner had her hair done. Sure Sue, I replied, and before I could say cream or no cream, her workspace was set up. Computers on, […]
While I was sojourning this summer, I had the chance to get reacquainted with God. God came to find me in a most unusual form … a politically conservative Christian evangelical. We became friends and he listened patiently to my questions. We were able to agree to disagree and then talk about the things that […]
Openly gay, newly minted intern Daniel Hernandez is credited with saving the life (LezGetReal) of Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords when she was shot Saturday in Tucson, Arizona. Hernandez is a Junior at the University of Arizona and a member of the City of Tucson’s Commission on Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Issues. Follow the link for […]
Tomorrow, I'll try to process. Tonight, I just want to remind you the our President, Barack Obama, has asked all of America to join in a moment of silence Monday at 11 AM to commemorate all of the victims of the violence in Tucson, the survivors and deceased alike. “Tomorrow at 11:00 a.m. eastern standard […]
