Monthly Archives: October 2008

A change of venue

Posted on 30 October 2008 by Becca

For once, I’m writing not from India (whether the Penukonda ashram, or from Bangalore), nor from California. This time, we decided we needed to be sure to connect with friends and family — in Albuquerque, New Mexico.  It’s just for … Continue reading →

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Neti

Posted on 27 October 2008 by Becca

Consider this my obligatory neti pot post. I’ve been having increasingly bad sinus problems for the last year or more.  Benadryl wasn’t cutting it, and I’ve been pretty much addicted to sinus sprays.  I actually time it back roughly to … Continue reading →

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U.S. pilot was ordered to shoot down UFO | U.S. | Reuters

Posted on 26 October 2008 by Becca

U.S. pilot was ordered to shoot down UFO | U.S. | Reuters LONDON Reuters – Two U.S. fighter planes were scrambled and ordered to shoot down an unidentified flying object UFO over the English countryside during the Cold War according … Continue reading →

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Gblarghleblargh

Posted on 25 October 2008 by Becca

Safe & sound in America now.  No problems with the flights (BLR to Heathrow, then on to SFO).  The Baggage Goddess smiled upon us, with all four of our checked bags already on the carousel by time we cleared Immigration.  … Continue reading →

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On the road, in the skies again

Posted on 22 October 2008 by Becca

Well, it’s time once more for another journey homeward, a trip that if it goes as scheduled, will see us traverse a 36 hour day. Literally — the flight leaves at about 6am from Bangalore, connects through London, and ends … Continue reading →

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Letterz frum the Front Line in the Monkee Warz

Posted on 18 October 2008 by Becca

The following odd ‘journal’ entry was found stuffed up behind an air conditioning unit, scrawled on a sheaf of mismatched papers and written in an ink of highly questionable origins.  Copied quasi-verbatim: …big-big feer time for we Monkee-Tribe.  Big broun … Continue reading →

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Political Panic

Posted on 12 October 2008 by Becca

Exclusive: McCain to unveil new economic plans – Mike Allen and Jonathan Martin – Politico.com As part of a plan to reinvigorate his flagging campaign, Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) is considering additional economic measures aimed directly at the middle class … Continue reading →

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McCain is turning into Gollum

Posted on 11 October 2008 by Becca

Op-Ed Columnist – Dear Old Golden Dog Days – NYTimes.com By GAIL COLLINS Published: October 10, 2008 I miss the good old days. Remember when the presidential campaign was all about oil drilling? That sure was fun. I miss August. … Continue reading →

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Dangerous

Posted on 7 October 2008 by Becca

I hope to God that Obama’s security and Secret Service details are taking this seriously.  I’m also flabbergasted at the blatant hate-mongering and mob-baiting by the Republican presidential and VP candidates. Talking Points Memo | Who They Are, What They’re … Continue reading →

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Reign of Lies

Posted on 6 October 2008 by Becca

This piece by Glenn W. Smith over on Firedoglake is simply brilliant.  He says exactly what I’ve been thinking for a long while now, only with much greater depth and insights.  It’s well worth the extended read. Firedoglake » Reign … Continue reading →

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