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Vilsack’s mess points straight to Obama
July 24, 2010
Most of you know that I’m not an apologist for Tom Vilsack, but I’m sorry. Someone has to stand up for the guy.
This whole Shirley Sherrod incident stinks to high heaven. » Full Story
This whole Shirley Sherrod incident stinks to high heaven. » Full Story
Confessions of a non-stick eater
July 19, 2010
I have carried this weight of hidden torment long enough. » Full Story
An Iranian in Tucson
July 18, 2010
It has all the makings of a good spy movie: possible kidnapping, defection, nuclear weapons and even YouTube. » Full Story
Cuffed by the fashion police
July 18, 2010
One handkerchief, one long black tube sock, one short Champion ankle sock and a dress shirt. An early Halloween costume? Nah. Well, probably. But right now that’s all the clothes I have clean. » Full Story
Local fair is a bright spot of summer
July 17, 2010
Many of you may not know it, but I have a very severe allergy when it comes to the Iowa State Fair.
The exhibits, to me, are not that exciting. » Full Story
The exhibits, to me, are not that exciting. » Full Story
Seven rules to marriage, I think
July 13, 2010
Now I don’t claim to be a relationship expert. If you knew me in all my singlehood glory in my 20s you would agree. » Full Story
Dumb 'n dumber - and don't forget 'idiot'
July 12, 2010
"How many times do I have to tell you?"
Who hasn't heard that?
Of course, we all know that ignorance means a lack of knowledge. Or bliss. » Full Story
Who hasn't heard that?
Of course, we all know that ignorance means a lack of knowledge. Or bliss. » Full Story
Oil spill continues
July 11, 2010
With oil still gushing from the site of the Deepwater Horizon, BP is now saying it may be possible to cap the well before the end of the month. » Full Story