A new year gives the opportunity to do things better. A new year means that we have hope to correct the bad things and make better new things. But, before starting a new year, it is time to review the old year. What happened in 2015?
We lived with fear from an attack from radical terrorist. Once we were a nation so strong that no one would have ever contemplated attacking us. Now, we are viewed as a has been power, that can easily be defeated with minor forces.
Unborn babies continued to die and tax payers continued to support the practice. We discovered that body parts were being sold, but did not stop the unthinkable horror.
We went $1.4 trillion further in debt to support what none of knows what. Even the politicians have no understanding of where the money goes. But, they kept increasing the burden on those that work and pay taxes. Even those born in 2015 will never be able to repay the debt.
History and traditions were removed from the public place because of political correctness. The political correctness cancer grew beyond anything that anyone can imagine.
Illegal immigration continued to increase by the millions, costing billions of dollars to support people that will never assimilate to the American dream. We knowingly brought some that want to destroy us, and very well may.
The foundation of every civilization, the family, consisting of one husband and one wife was destroyed.
Christianity, the foundation of America, was made to be a crime.
Before you jump with hope for happiness in a new year, it could be the year that insanity ends by what ever means it takes.
If we as a nation can’t come together to correct the mistakes of the past, then we have no future. Yes, it will take suffering, but if we do it right, generations to come can truly say, “Happy New Year.”
PMO
©2015
Thursday, December 31, 2015
Wednesday, December 30, 2015
Hurry Up And Wait
My financial controller had to have an eye surgery and we had to arrive an hour before the appointed appointment time. Yes, you did understand that correctly. Don’t ask me why we had to be an hour early. I’m guessing it was for us to enjoy the show.
The surgery clinic has a waiting room about the size of a refrigerator box so when we got there we had to climb over a room full of people to find the last two seats. The place was packed. It only took a couple of minutes to find out why. It seems that when one goes in for eye surgery, one should bring all of your next of kin and friends with you. During the time we were there, no one came in with their pets, but there were many stories about them.
A brief overview of the group included one lady that talked on her cell phone the whole time we were there, about three hours, although there were signs stating, NO CELL PHONES! Then there was “Gabbyell.” She wanted everyone to know she was there and would talk to strangers across the room even though they tried to ignore her. My favorite was the woman that would get up and watched those coming out of surgery to see how big the bandage on their eye was. Then she would walk over everybody to get back to her seat and argue with her daughter that kept telling her not to do that.
And, the good news is that we get to go back in a couple of weeks to have the other eye done. By then, Texas new open carry gun law will be in effect. Surely, you say, that I would not wear a gun on my hip when we go there again.
Wanna bet?
PMO
©2015
The surgery clinic has a waiting room about the size of a refrigerator box so when we got there we had to climb over a room full of people to find the last two seats. The place was packed. It only took a couple of minutes to find out why. It seems that when one goes in for eye surgery, one should bring all of your next of kin and friends with you. During the time we were there, no one came in with their pets, but there were many stories about them.
A brief overview of the group included one lady that talked on her cell phone the whole time we were there, about three hours, although there were signs stating, NO CELL PHONES! Then there was “Gabbyell.” She wanted everyone to know she was there and would talk to strangers across the room even though they tried to ignore her. My favorite was the woman that would get up and watched those coming out of surgery to see how big the bandage on their eye was. Then she would walk over everybody to get back to her seat and argue with her daughter that kept telling her not to do that.
And, the good news is that we get to go back in a couple of weeks to have the other eye done. By then, Texas new open carry gun law will be in effect. Surely, you say, that I would not wear a gun on my hip when we go there again.
Wanna bet?
PMO
©2015
Tuesday, December 29, 2015
Terms For Winter Temperatures In Texas
We’ve recently experienced weather in Texas that the rest of the world thinks is unusual. When the temperature goes from the upper 70s to the mid 30's in about two minutes, it can make foreigners (anybody not from Texas) wonder a bit. As a community service, let me explain the terms for temperatures in Texas.
First is “air’ish” or “a might air’ish.” That means the temperature has just dropped to the low 40s or upper 30s.
“Nippy” or “a bit nippy” simply means the temperature is somewhere around 35 degrees, maybe even 32.
Then, there’s “chilly.” Chilly translates to the anywhere in the 20s to below 32 degrees.
Cold is the last term of measurement of temperature.
It means, don’t worry about the cow, she’s frozen solid.
PMO
©2015
First is “air’ish” or “a might air’ish.” That means the temperature has just dropped to the low 40s or upper 30s.
“Nippy” or “a bit nippy” simply means the temperature is somewhere around 35 degrees, maybe even 32.
Then, there’s “chilly.” Chilly translates to the anywhere in the 20s to below 32 degrees.
Cold is the last term of measurement of temperature.
It means, don’t worry about the cow, she’s frozen solid.
PMO
©2015
Monday, December 28, 2015
Worth It
Recently I saw an interview on a local TV news program that featured an Iraq war veteran. The vet had suffered severe physical injury in an explosion while on duty. He was being interviewed because he was heading up a fund drive to help vets, especially those with PTSD. He had suffered not only the physical injuries but stated that his mental injuries were much worse. That is why he is trying to help other vets overcome the mental problems created as a result of combat.
In closing the interview, the reporter said, “Thank you for your service.” The reply the vet gave was not what you might expect.
He said, “You’re worth it.”
PMO
©2015
In closing the interview, the reporter said, “Thank you for your service.” The reply the vet gave was not what you might expect.
He said, “You’re worth it.”
PMO
©2015
Sunday, December 27, 2015
Talking About Weather
Mark Twain said, ‘Everybody talks about the weather, but nobody does anything about it.” The one sure thing about the weather in Texas is that it is going to change. It sure has changed in the past couple of days. We’ve gone from summer to tornados to winter and floods.
In Biblical days, the extreme weather experienced across the country recently would have prompted the prophets to call on the people to repent of their sins that have angered God. Those silly prophets thought that God controlled the weather and all of nature. The enlightened generation is convinced that Al Gore has the answer and you don’t have to repent.
However, it will cost you a lot of money.
PMO
©2015
In Biblical days, the extreme weather experienced across the country recently would have prompted the prophets to call on the people to repent of their sins that have angered God. Those silly prophets thought that God controlled the weather and all of nature. The enlightened generation is convinced that Al Gore has the answer and you don’t have to repent.
However, it will cost you a lot of money.
PMO
©2015
Saturday, December 26, 2015
They Said
Different people view different things as being funny. I don’t care who you are, the following true stories are worth a chuckle.
First story: The pastor during a Christmas candlelight service explained that for the past few years he would disappear for a few moments and then return dressed as one of the Biblical characters in the story of the birth of Jesus. “I have done all the characters except the angel and the donkey,” he said. And he continued with, “I don’t feel worthy to play the part of an angel, and I just don’t want to be the donkey.”
Second story: Two old women talking on the phone when one asked the other if she is still working. “Yes, “ said the first woman, “But I only work four days per week.” The second woman asked, “You work only four days a week, how many days do you get off?” To which the first woman replied, “Three.” The second woman then said, “Well, that works out nicely.”
For my safety, I have not identified who the two old ladies are.
That’s why truth is funnier than fiction.
PMO
©2015
First story: The pastor during a Christmas candlelight service explained that for the past few years he would disappear for a few moments and then return dressed as one of the Biblical characters in the story of the birth of Jesus. “I have done all the characters except the angel and the donkey,” he said. And he continued with, “I don’t feel worthy to play the part of an angel, and I just don’t want to be the donkey.”
Second story: Two old women talking on the phone when one asked the other if she is still working. “Yes, “ said the first woman, “But I only work four days per week.” The second woman asked, “You work only four days a week, how many days do you get off?” To which the first woman replied, “Three.” The second woman then said, “Well, that works out nicely.”
For my safety, I have not identified who the two old ladies are.
That’s why truth is funnier than fiction.
PMO
©2015
Friday, December 25, 2015
Speedy Santa
Someone with far too much time on their hands has calculated that Santa Claus would have to visit 822 homes per second, traveling at 660 miles per second, in order to deliver all of his presents on Christmas Eve.
That explains why no one ever sees him.
PMO
©2015
That explains why no one ever sees him.
PMO
©2015
Thursday, December 24, 2015
Merry Christmas
There are so many things I could say about Christmas, but I think the single most important message I have for one and all is very simple.
Christmas is not about you.
©2015
Christmas is not about you.
©2015
Wednesday, December 23, 2015
Texas Christmas Weather
Here it is again, Christmas time. It’s pretty easy to tell in Texas. If it has been colder than, well you know what, and then it turns to summer time overnight, it’s Christmas.
But wait! It could snow a foot before dark.
It’s Texas.
PMO
©2015
But wait! It could snow a foot before dark.
It’s Texas.
PMO
©2015
Tuesday, December 22, 2015
A Poem
The following has been around on the internet several times and I usually don't post from the internet. However, this little poem tells the story of those that are mostly forgotten but should be remembered, especially this time of year.
The embers glowed softly, and in their dim light,
I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight.
My wife was asleep, her head on my chest,
My daughter beside me, angelic in rest..
Outside the snow fell, a blanket of white,
Transforming the yard to a winter delight. The sparkling lights in the tree I believe,
Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve.
My eyelids were heavy, my breathing was deep,
Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep.
In perfect contentment, or so it would seem,
So I slumbered, perhaps I started to dream. The sound wasn't loud, and it wasn't too near,
But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear..
Perhaps just a cough, I didn't quite know, Then the
sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow.
My soul gave a tremble, I struggled to hear,
And I crept to the door just to see who was near. Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night,
A lone figure stood, his face weary and tight.
A soldier, I puzzled, some twenty years old,
Perhaps a Marine, huddled here in the cold.
Alone in the dark, he looked up and smiled,
Standing watch over me, and my wife and my child. "What are you doing?" I asked without fear,
"Come in this moment, it's freezing out here!
Put down your pack, brush the snow from your sleeve,
You should be at home on a cold Christmas Eve!"
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift,
Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts.. To the window that danced with a warm fire's light
Then he sighed and he said "Its really all right,
I'm out here by choice. I'm here every night."
"It's my duty to stand at the front of the line,
That separates you from the darkest of times. No one had to ask or beg or implore me,
I'm proud to stand here like my fathers before me.
My Gramps died at ' Pearl on a day in December,"
Then he sighed, "That's a Christmas 'Gram always remembers."
My dad stood his watch in the jungles of ' Nam ',
And now it is my turn and so, here I am. I've not seen my own son in more than a while,
But my wife sends me pictures, he's sure got her smile..
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag,
The red, white, and blue... an American flag.
I can live through the cold and the being alone,
Away from my family, my house and my home. I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet,
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat.
I can carry the weight of killing another,
Or lay down my life with my sister and brother..
Who stand at the front against any and all,
To ensure for all time that this flag will not fall.." " So go back inside," he said, "harbor no fright,
Your family is waiting and I'll be all right."
"But isn't there something I can do, at the least,
"Give you money," I asked, "or prepare you a feast?
It seems all too little for all that you've done,
For being away from your wife and your son." Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret,
"Just tell us you love us, and never forget.
To fight for our rights back at home while we're gone,
To stand your own watch, no matter how long.
For when we come home, either standing or dead,
To know you remember we fought and we bled.
Is payment enough, and with that we will trust,
That we mattered to you as you mattered to us."
A salute to all that wear the uniform and stand the post.
The embers glowed softly, and in their dim light,
I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight.
My wife was asleep, her head on my chest,
My daughter beside me, angelic in rest..
Outside the snow fell, a blanket of white,
Transforming the yard to a winter delight. The sparkling lights in the tree I believe,
Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve.
My eyelids were heavy, my breathing was deep,
Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep.
In perfect contentment, or so it would seem,
So I slumbered, perhaps I started to dream. The sound wasn't loud, and it wasn't too near,
But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear..
Perhaps just a cough, I didn't quite know, Then the
sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow.
My soul gave a tremble, I struggled to hear,
And I crept to the door just to see who was near. Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night,
A lone figure stood, his face weary and tight.
A soldier, I puzzled, some twenty years old,
Perhaps a Marine, huddled here in the cold.
Alone in the dark, he looked up and smiled,
Standing watch over me, and my wife and my child. "What are you doing?" I asked without fear,
"Come in this moment, it's freezing out here!
Put down your pack, brush the snow from your sleeve,
You should be at home on a cold Christmas Eve!"
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift,
Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts.. To the window that danced with a warm fire's light
Then he sighed and he said "Its really all right,
I'm out here by choice. I'm here every night."
"It's my duty to stand at the front of the line,
That separates you from the darkest of times. No one had to ask or beg or implore me,
I'm proud to stand here like my fathers before me.
My Gramps died at ' Pearl on a day in December,"
Then he sighed, "That's a Christmas 'Gram always remembers."
My dad stood his watch in the jungles of ' Nam ',
And now it is my turn and so, here I am. I've not seen my own son in more than a while,
But my wife sends me pictures, he's sure got her smile..
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag,
The red, white, and blue... an American flag.
I can live through the cold and the being alone,
Away from my family, my house and my home. I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet,
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat.
I can carry the weight of killing another,
Or lay down my life with my sister and brother..
Who stand at the front against any and all,
To ensure for all time that this flag will not fall.." " So go back inside," he said, "harbor no fright,
Your family is waiting and I'll be all right."
"But isn't there something I can do, at the least,
"Give you money," I asked, "or prepare you a feast?
It seems all too little for all that you've done,
For being away from your wife and your son." Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret,
"Just tell us you love us, and never forget.
To fight for our rights back at home while we're gone,
To stand your own watch, no matter how long.
For when we come home, either standing or dead,
To know you remember we fought and we bled.
Is payment enough, and with that we will trust,
That we mattered to you as you mattered to us."
A salute to all that wear the uniform and stand the post.
Monday, December 21, 2015
Beef Jerky
There’s a speciality meat store not far from us, so I decided to stop and see what they had to offer. The short answer is, a lot of very expensive steaks, chops and fish. But, they also had jerky. One of my favorites.
I browsed the selection of flavors and chose my usual hickory smoked flavor. To be sure I liked it before making a large purchase, I bought just one 2 ounce package. That’s one piece. I took it to the register to find that it cost $6.00. It is good, but not that good. Do the math. That’s $48.00 per pound.
I wonder what the whole cow cost?
PMO
©2015
I browsed the selection of flavors and chose my usual hickory smoked flavor. To be sure I liked it before making a large purchase, I bought just one 2 ounce package. That’s one piece. I took it to the register to find that it cost $6.00. It is good, but not that good. Do the math. That’s $48.00 per pound.
I wonder what the whole cow cost?
PMO
©2015
Sunday, December 20, 2015
Football And Politics
Have you turned on you TV lately? It doesn’t matter what channel you tune, it’s either football, football, football or politics.
It would be more fun to watch if the politicians played football to determine who wins.
My guess is Hillary would take them all out.
PMO
©2015
It would be more fun to watch if the politicians played football to determine who wins.
My guess is Hillary would take them all out.
PMO
©2015
Saturday, December 19, 2015
Christmas Shopping
Christmas shopping is not easy. Unless, you do like I do and let someone else do it. What to get someone is not an easy decision. You can pretty well rule out those hideous holiday sweaters and fruitcake.
The problem is that we rarely know what someone would really like. Even children and grandchildren. The end result is usually a rush to get something, anything to put under the tree, but that’s really not the way it should be. The real problem is that we don’t know those we love the most and what their likes and dislikes really are. Sure it easy with young children. It’s not that simple when people grow up. What you think they will like, they don’t. Yes, they will pretend your gift is great, but quietly place it in the corner, next to the pile of used wrapping paper.
After 50 years, neither my financial controller, nor I, knows what the other would really want. I think we gave up several years ago. You see, when people get older, they usually just go and get what they really want. And, you can’t guess what they have or don’t have or what would make the perfect gift.
Since there’s been only one perfect gift, Jesus Christ, I guess what ever we do is not always going to be the exact right thing. What we are really trying to do is say, “I love you.” That’s what He said.
Maybe next year we all should endeavor to really get to know those we love. Then Christmas shopping would be easier.
I have learned to avoid standing in long lines for returns, so I always get something I can use if my financial controller doesn’t like what I got her. This year I’m getting her a new rifle, although I know she hates guns.
Last year I got her a fishing tackle box.
PMO
©2015
The problem is that we rarely know what someone would really like. Even children and grandchildren. The end result is usually a rush to get something, anything to put under the tree, but that’s really not the way it should be. The real problem is that we don’t know those we love the most and what their likes and dislikes really are. Sure it easy with young children. It’s not that simple when people grow up. What you think they will like, they don’t. Yes, they will pretend your gift is great, but quietly place it in the corner, next to the pile of used wrapping paper.
After 50 years, neither my financial controller, nor I, knows what the other would really want. I think we gave up several years ago. You see, when people get older, they usually just go and get what they really want. And, you can’t guess what they have or don’t have or what would make the perfect gift.
Since there’s been only one perfect gift, Jesus Christ, I guess what ever we do is not always going to be the exact right thing. What we are really trying to do is say, “I love you.” That’s what He said.
Maybe next year we all should endeavor to really get to know those we love. Then Christmas shopping would be easier.
I have learned to avoid standing in long lines for returns, so I always get something I can use if my financial controller doesn’t like what I got her. This year I’m getting her a new rifle, although I know she hates guns.
Last year I got her a fishing tackle box.
PMO
©2015
Friday, December 18, 2015
Enigmatology
Will Shortz is an enigma. In fact, he is the only know person with a college degree in enigmatology, which he received from Indiana University in 1974. He also has law degree from the University of Virginia School of Law. I might add that he never took the bar exam.
From an early age, Will fell in love with puzzles. He has been the crossword puzzle editor of the New York Times since 1993.
He says that his favorite puzzle clue is, “It might turn into a different story,” whose solution is, SPIRAL STAIRCASE.
So, there you have it. If you’re looking for an unusual career, you might start training now. I suspect having a last name like Shortz might help. You would cherish all the alone time you could get.
Imagine his life in grade school.
PMO
©2015
From an early age, Will fell in love with puzzles. He has been the crossword puzzle editor of the New York Times since 1993.
He says that his favorite puzzle clue is, “It might turn into a different story,” whose solution is, SPIRAL STAIRCASE.
So, there you have it. If you’re looking for an unusual career, you might start training now. I suspect having a last name like Shortz might help. You would cherish all the alone time you could get.
Imagine his life in grade school.
PMO
©2015
Thursday, December 17, 2015
Omnibus And Ominous
Your lawmakers are being asked to sign off on a 2,200 page omnibus spending bill that has an additional 1,000 pages of explanatory materials. As usual, they have not had time to analyze the contents. I not sure they could correctly analyze the contents if they had all eternity.
But, hey folks, it’s only $1.1 trillion of your money. Don’t even think about the other trillions they have borrowed in your name.
Let this be a lesson to you.
Never co-sign a note.
PMO
©2015
But, hey folks, it’s only $1.1 trillion of your money. Don’t even think about the other trillions they have borrowed in your name.
Let this be a lesson to you.
Never co-sign a note.
PMO
©2015
Wednesday, December 16, 2015
Get Your Priorities Straight
I like to read what interest me. The Bible, newspaper business section, comics, news summaries and Ripley’s Believe It or Not. The last Ripley’s I read told about a man with his priorities straight. It seems that Robert Wright, of Fresno, California, did the "wright" thing. He rescued his family from an apartment fire, and then he went back inside to save the barbeque ribs he was cooking.
There’s a man of my own heart.
Believe me, ribs are worth the risk.
PMO
©2015
There’s a man of my own heart.
Believe me, ribs are worth the risk.
PMO
©2015
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
Foiled Again
A few posts ago I wrote about my problem with the toll tag on my truck not working at the security gate in our little compound. I took the time to carefully remove it from my windshield and relocated it to where the people in charge of the project wanted it. Then I tried it out and it worked. That was once in a row. Today, I discovered it no longer works. And, in typical East Texas fashion, I get no response when I call to get some resolution. A lot of people here figure if they ignore you long enough, you’ll just go away. But, I don’t ignore very well. And, I don’t go away.
I know that I must be the problem because I’ve done everything I was asked to do, and there can’t possibly be anything wrong on their side.
I may have to adjust the arm that comes down to block the lane and prevent entry.
Think chainsaw.
PMO
©2015
I know that I must be the problem because I’ve done everything I was asked to do, and there can’t possibly be anything wrong on their side.
I may have to adjust the arm that comes down to block the lane and prevent entry.
Think chainsaw.
PMO
©2015
Monday, December 14, 2015
Political Crazy
It appears that a seventh grade student in Rosenberg, Texas had to cover up his Star Wars T-shirt because it depicted a storm trooper with a gun. Although he had worn the shirt to school before, last week the administrators took issue with it. Hence forth and evermore, the term political correctness shall be called “political craziness.”
Now, I’m wondering how Texas Tech University gets by with their hand symbol of a gun. Their Red Raiders mascot hold his gun up into the air.
I think it’s time for the political crazies to learn to read at least one hand symbol.
PMO
©2015
Now, I’m wondering how Texas Tech University gets by with their hand symbol of a gun. Their Red Raiders mascot hold his gun up into the air.
I think it’s time for the political crazies to learn to read at least one hand symbol.
PMO
©2015
Sunday, December 13, 2015
Concussion
There’s a new movie set to release December 25. “Concussion,” set in 2005 tells the story of Dr. Bennet Omalu, and his fight against the NFL to suppress his research on the brain damage suffered by professional football players. Reviews are mixed.
Having watched a clip from the movie, the part that disturbs me is a scene where, I presume, an NFL executive explains to Dr. Omalu, “You are going to war with a corporation that owns a day of the week....the same day the church used to own.” That speaks volumes about football and the church.
But mostly, it speaks volumes about the American people.
PMO
©2015
Having watched a clip from the movie, the part that disturbs me is a scene where, I presume, an NFL executive explains to Dr. Omalu, “You are going to war with a corporation that owns a day of the week....the same day the church used to own.” That speaks volumes about football and the church.
But mostly, it speaks volumes about the American people.
PMO
©2015
Saturday, December 12, 2015
Best Legislation Ever
In 1995, New Mexico state senator Duncan Scott was aggravated by the number of psychologists and psychiatrists being used as expert witnesses in legal trials. In protest, Scott tacked an amendment onto a bill. The amendment passed unanimously in the senate, but was ultimately dropped before the house vote. What did the amendment say, you ask?
“When a psychologist or psychiatrist testifies during a defendant’s competency hearing, the psychologist or psychiatrist shall wear a cone shaped hat that is not less than two feet tall. The surface of the hat shall be imprinted with stars and lightning bolts. Additionally, a psychologist or psychiatrist shall be required to don a white beard that is not less than 18 inches in length, and shall punctuate crucial elements of his testimony by stabbing the air with a wand. Whenever a psychologist or psychiatrist provides expert testimony regarding a defendant’s competency, the bailiff shall contemporaneously dim the courtroom lights and administer two strikes to a Chinese gong.”
Friends, neighbors, and those that are not friends or neighbors, I proposed this very amendment be rewritten to apply to all members of the house, senate, presidency and the supreme court and presented to the people to vote on it as the 28th amendment to the Constitution.
My guess is it would pass unanimously.
PMO
©2015
“When a psychologist or psychiatrist testifies during a defendant’s competency hearing, the psychologist or psychiatrist shall wear a cone shaped hat that is not less than two feet tall. The surface of the hat shall be imprinted with stars and lightning bolts. Additionally, a psychologist or psychiatrist shall be required to don a white beard that is not less than 18 inches in length, and shall punctuate crucial elements of his testimony by stabbing the air with a wand. Whenever a psychologist or psychiatrist provides expert testimony regarding a defendant’s competency, the bailiff shall contemporaneously dim the courtroom lights and administer two strikes to a Chinese gong.”
Friends, neighbors, and those that are not friends or neighbors, I proposed this very amendment be rewritten to apply to all members of the house, senate, presidency and the supreme court and presented to the people to vote on it as the 28th amendment to the Constitution.
My guess is it would pass unanimously.
PMO
©2015
Friday, December 11, 2015
Toll Tag
The powers that want to be in our HOA decided we need an automatic gate at the entrance of the property, so they put one in. It is keyed by the RFID chip in a toll tag. That’s where the problems started. Not everyone has a toll tag and some don’t want one. Then there’s the ones that have one that work on the new system.
In typical HOA fashion, no one has any idea on what to do. But, they are certain that it will work - someday. Meanwhile, there those of us, me included, that have grown tired of the new plan because it does not work for everyone. I need to mention that if you don’t have a toll tag that is recognized by the reader, you have to drive in through the lane used by vendors and visitors. In the morning this lane is backed up all the way to Seattle.
Because I am such a nice guy, or I really know how to complain, the man in charge of the project came to my house yesterday to talk. After some discussion, I am confident that he knows nothing about electronic systems. That would be truly qualified on an HOA. He asked me if I would move the toll tag on my windshield to a different location so the reader would have a better field to recognize it.
Believe it or not, I took the time to peel the tag off and move it. I glued it on the tailgate of my pickup and now I back in.
It works.
PMO
©2015
In typical HOA fashion, no one has any idea on what to do. But, they are certain that it will work - someday. Meanwhile, there those of us, me included, that have grown tired of the new plan because it does not work for everyone. I need to mention that if you don’t have a toll tag that is recognized by the reader, you have to drive in through the lane used by vendors and visitors. In the morning this lane is backed up all the way to Seattle.
Because I am such a nice guy, or I really know how to complain, the man in charge of the project came to my house yesterday to talk. After some discussion, I am confident that he knows nothing about electronic systems. That would be truly qualified on an HOA. He asked me if I would move the toll tag on my windshield to a different location so the reader would have a better field to recognize it.
Believe it or not, I took the time to peel the tag off and move it. I glued it on the tailgate of my pickup and now I back in.
It works.
PMO
©2015
Thursday, December 10, 2015
What To Write About
I’ve been trying to think of what to write about today in this little blog. I suppose I could write about politicians or the media, but I avoid those subjects as much as I can. There’s always a few possibilities in what’s going on in our little commune (gated community). Then, there’s the latest escapades of the in-laws. Those can be funny, but most of the time they are entirely too serious. Granddaughters are fun to write about, but I’ve had some other folks tell me they have perfect grandchildren too. I don’t think that is true.
So, today I have chosen to write, or not write about anything.
A lot of people say that’s what I do everyday.
PMO
©2015
So, today I have chosen to write, or not write about anything.
A lot of people say that’s what I do everyday.
PMO
©2015
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
Snake Bit
There’s an old saying, “snake bit.” It means that everything just turns out bad. That’s what’s happening in my life lately. Currently I’m in a dispute with a contractor that did some work on our house. He did a really bad job and he doesn’t care. Then, there’s the problem with replacement windows that have green glass. Green glass doesn’t go well with any house, especially ours. This time, the manufacturer doesn’t care.
We have a home food delivery service that can’t an order right anymore, even though I order on-line. All they would have to do is put it on a truck and bring it out.
I’ve had Lyme disease since 1987 and I have a lot of pain and a variety of symptoms, like feeling I’m having a heart attack. Last week I caught some kind of a “bug” that is causing me more misery.
The security gate on our commune has installed a new tag reader to get into the gate. It became operational this week. My tag doesn’t work, so I can’t get in without assistance from the guard on duty.
There must be an antidote for “snake bit.”
If I have to bite a snake, I will find one.
PMO
©2015
We have a home food delivery service that can’t an order right anymore, even though I order on-line. All they would have to do is put it on a truck and bring it out.
I’ve had Lyme disease since 1987 and I have a lot of pain and a variety of symptoms, like feeling I’m having a heart attack. Last week I caught some kind of a “bug” that is causing me more misery.
The security gate on our commune has installed a new tag reader to get into the gate. It became operational this week. My tag doesn’t work, so I can’t get in without assistance from the guard on duty.
There must be an antidote for “snake bit.”
If I have to bite a snake, I will find one.
PMO
©2015
Tuesday, December 8, 2015
The Russians Ain't Coming
According a story from Newsmax this week, you should not expect the Russians during the holiday season. They have been advised by the head of Russia’s consumer protection agency not to travel some of their favorite vacation spots: Egypt, Turkey and Thailand. The agency also advised against traveling to Europe or the United States.
The fear is infections. According to the report, Syrian refugees are increasing the risk of serious infections. So, the Russians ain’t coming.
Not to worry.
The Syrians are coming.
PMO
©2015
The fear is infections. According to the report, Syrian refugees are increasing the risk of serious infections. So, the Russians ain’t coming.
Not to worry.
The Syrians are coming.
PMO
©2015
Monday, December 7, 2015
December 7, 1941
FDR said, December 7, 1941 was “a date that will live in infamy.” He was correct. Let us all remember and resolve that something like it never happens again.
PMO
©2015
PMO
©2015
Sunday, December 6, 2015
American Values
The “Resident” keeps talking about American values. He uses the term to justify what he wants, like bringing potential terrorist into the country with other immigrants. But, my question is, “What are American values?”
We are not a Christian nation according to the resident. Therefore we can’t have Christian values, the foundation of everything that made this country great. Any sign of Christianity is removed from public display if it is perceived as a conflict of church and state. At any rate, we apparently don’t have any tried and proved spiritual values.
Shame certainly has to be one of our values. We are told we are to be ashamed of our successes and we are a disgrace for our capitalism. Any pride or unification of the people is to be looked upon as shameful.
Freedom of speech is not a value, because one might say something offensive to someone, somewhere. Political correctness is the value one should strive for. Yes, like the neighbors to the California couple that did not dare speak up about what they saw for fear of being accused of racial profiling.
From observation, I can easily see the values of placing no worth on the unborn, glorifying drug use, being submissive and dependent upon government and replacing the rule of law anytime there’s a whim to do so.
I am still confused about exactly what American values are. But, I guess I shouldn’t be.
When you give up Judeo-Christian values, there are no values left.
PMO
©2015
We are not a Christian nation according to the resident. Therefore we can’t have Christian values, the foundation of everything that made this country great. Any sign of Christianity is removed from public display if it is perceived as a conflict of church and state. At any rate, we apparently don’t have any tried and proved spiritual values.
Shame certainly has to be one of our values. We are told we are to be ashamed of our successes and we are a disgrace for our capitalism. Any pride or unification of the people is to be looked upon as shameful.
Freedom of speech is not a value, because one might say something offensive to someone, somewhere. Political correctness is the value one should strive for. Yes, like the neighbors to the California couple that did not dare speak up about what they saw for fear of being accused of racial profiling.
From observation, I can easily see the values of placing no worth on the unborn, glorifying drug use, being submissive and dependent upon government and replacing the rule of law anytime there’s a whim to do so.
I am still confused about exactly what American values are. But, I guess I shouldn’t be.
When you give up Judeo-Christian values, there are no values left.
PMO
©2015
Saturday, December 5, 2015
Can't Understand
My financial controller is having a difficult time understanding how the California shooting mother of a six month old child could become a terrorist. Truthfully, so do I. It is incomprehensible to most of us.
The facts are that the woman and her husband went on a well planned shooting spree to kill and spread fear. Both were more than willing to die for their cause, whatever they may be. We are dealing with a mind set that is foreign to our way of thinking. People like this don’t want a hug, they want to kill and destroy. Remember, the victims were some of the people that had given the couple a baby shower.
Yes, we all are presented with not understanding, but we must not fear that we cannot deal with such actions. We can.
Now we have to clearly understand what it will take to stop the killings.
PMO
©2015
The facts are that the woman and her husband went on a well planned shooting spree to kill and spread fear. Both were more than willing to die for their cause, whatever they may be. We are dealing with a mind set that is foreign to our way of thinking. People like this don’t want a hug, they want to kill and destroy. Remember, the victims were some of the people that had given the couple a baby shower.
Yes, we all are presented with not understanding, but we must not fear that we cannot deal with such actions. We can.
Now we have to clearly understand what it will take to stop the killings.
PMO
©2015
Friday, December 4, 2015
Hold Your Tongue
Attorney General Loretta Lynch has warned that if anyone should use anti-Muslim rhetoric she will prosecute them for violence inspiring speech. Speaking at the Muslim Advocate’s 10 annual dinner, she assured the attendees that “we will stand with you.” She continued with assurance that she will use the Justice Department to protect Muslims from “violence” and discrimination. Can you think of anyone else who has made pledges like this? Hint. He is the resident at the White House.
Meanwhile back in the summer, Nation of Islam’s Louis Farrakhan called for 10,000 men to rise up and kill. No rhetoric there I suppose.
Not to worry, Resident Obama says that we are all safe from terrorist attacks. Therefore there is no need for you to say anything negative.
You can say whatever you want about “workplace violence.”
Well, maybe not.
PMO
©2015
Meanwhile back in the summer, Nation of Islam’s Louis Farrakhan called for 10,000 men to rise up and kill. No rhetoric there I suppose.
Not to worry, Resident Obama says that we are all safe from terrorist attacks. Therefore there is no need for you to say anything negative.
You can say whatever you want about “workplace violence.”
Well, maybe not.
PMO
©2015
Thursday, December 3, 2015
Women In Combat
Defense Secretary Ashton Carter has announced the U.S. military will open up front line combat roles to women. This announcement comes after the Marine Corps pointed out that mixed gender combat units are not as effective as men only groups. Hey, what would those silly Marines know about combat anyway?
You better look out for the rush on recruiting offices as women try to join up. They won’t be able to resist the urge to get in there and fight.
ISIS and other terrorist must be looking forward to the new policy which will take effect in 30 days. Those guys reportedly love to rape and kill.
There are lots of reasons that women haven’t been allowed in combat for centuries. But, I’m not going to tell Carter.
He wouldn’t understand.
PMO
©2015
You better look out for the rush on recruiting offices as women try to join up. They won’t be able to resist the urge to get in there and fight.
ISIS and other terrorist must be looking forward to the new policy which will take effect in 30 days. Those guys reportedly love to rape and kill.
There are lots of reasons that women haven’t been allowed in combat for centuries. But, I’m not going to tell Carter.
He wouldn’t understand.
PMO
©2015
Wednesday, December 2, 2015
Proposed IRS Rule
The Daily Signal is reporting that there is now a proposed rule by the IRS that guides non-profits to voluntary collect the Social Security numbers of donors that make a donation of $250 or more. You may think, “what’s the big deal?” Do you want a charity to have your Social Security number in their files?
One might suspect that most people will not want to divulge their number and donations would drop considerably. And, one might also suspect that the security of a Social Security number would be none or less.
Remember the rule is proposed and it is optional.
We all know how that turns out with the IRS.
PMO
©2015
One might suspect that most people will not want to divulge their number and donations would drop considerably. And, one might also suspect that the security of a Social Security number would be none or less.
Remember the rule is proposed and it is optional.
We all know how that turns out with the IRS.
PMO
©2015
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
Supergirl
In a rare moment this week, I was watching live TV and saw the first few minutes of “Supergirl.” I rarely watch live televison. Television is bad enough if you record programs you want to see, and fast forward through the commercials. But, on with my story.
Supergirl is taking a leisurely fly around when she hears with her super hearing an incident of road rage. Two men are speeding and crashing into each other when their route takes them through a school zone where some children are crossing in the crosswalk. Just in time, Supergirl swoops down and stops both cars. Then one of the drivers decides to attack her and she grabs his fist and shoves him away. Pay attention because those are the facts I saw. But, that’s not the story.
According to the media, Supergirl is the villain because she defended herself against the attacker. There were plenty of cell phones that recorded that part.
Does any of this sound familiar to you?
PMO
©2015
Supergirl is taking a leisurely fly around when she hears with her super hearing an incident of road rage. Two men are speeding and crashing into each other when their route takes them through a school zone where some children are crossing in the crosswalk. Just in time, Supergirl swoops down and stops both cars. Then one of the drivers decides to attack her and she grabs his fist and shoves him away. Pay attention because those are the facts I saw. But, that’s not the story.
According to the media, Supergirl is the villain because she defended herself against the attacker. There were plenty of cell phones that recorded that part.
Does any of this sound familiar to you?
PMO
©2015
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