we have flourishing flowers. Ok, maybe they're not flourishing, but they're pretty showy. Here's a slideshow of what's blooming (gladiolas, cana lilies, rose of Sharon and some purple spike bulb plant that the hummingbirds love).
Saturday, June 28, 2008
Friday, June 27, 2008
Well, at least the Governor got in a good summer vacation
or wait? Was is a working vacation? I'm not really sure. Here's a few takes on the recent trip Governor Easley (and his entrouge) took to Italy:
Cartoon by Dwane Powell (News & Observer)
Column by Barry Saunders (who I can't say I always agree with, but I'm right there with him on this jab):
The travails of travel
"Basta!
That's Italian for "Chill, homes." Sort of.
So chill, homes. What did y'all want the governor to do, get a bus pass and eat canned Spaghetti-Os for supper?
Considering that for many North Carolinians, vacations of any sort are distant memories and each trip to the gas station has become a potentially life-altering decision -- "Do I fill up or feed the kids?" -- there is little sympathy for a governor who spends our money like it's going out of style.
Or like he's going out of office.
Gov. Mike Easley's junket to Italy in April with Lady Sweet Thang and 12 others has understandably struck a negative chord with families who may have to budget for two weeks just to take the kids to Burger King.
Since His Easleyness is a lame-duck governor constitutionally prohibited from seeking a third term -- and who seems to lack the constitution for another one, anyway -- he no longer has to care what we think. The dude can pretty much tell us to kiss his Spaghetti-Os.
Cynics claim that's what he did with a nine-day trip that cost us $170,000.
They contend the trip was merely Easley's way of paying back, at taxpayer expense, some of his political allies for eight years' service. The ostensible reason for the trip was to recruit businesses and tourists to the state..."
(go here to read more)
If you're still with me and want to read more - here's another editorial about their trip. Lovely!
Cartoon by Dwane Powell (News & Observer)
Column by Barry Saunders (who I can't say I always agree with, but I'm right there with him on this jab):
The travails of travel
"Basta!
That's Italian for "Chill, homes." Sort of.
So chill, homes. What did y'all want the governor to do, get a bus pass and eat canned Spaghetti-Os for supper?
Considering that for many North Carolinians, vacations of any sort are distant memories and each trip to the gas station has become a potentially life-altering decision -- "Do I fill up or feed the kids?" -- there is little sympathy for a governor who spends our money like it's going out of style.
Or like he's going out of office.
Gov. Mike Easley's junket to Italy in April with Lady Sweet Thang and 12 others has understandably struck a negative chord with families who may have to budget for two weeks just to take the kids to Burger King.
Since His Easleyness is a lame-duck governor constitutionally prohibited from seeking a third term -- and who seems to lack the constitution for another one, anyway -- he no longer has to care what we think. The dude can pretty much tell us to kiss his Spaghetti-Os.
Cynics claim that's what he did with a nine-day trip that cost us $170,000.
They contend the trip was merely Easley's way of paying back, at taxpayer expense, some of his political allies for eight years' service. The ostensible reason for the trip was to recruit businesses and tourists to the state..."
(go here to read more)
If you're still with me and want to read more - here's another editorial about their trip. Lovely!
Monday, June 23, 2008
Summer evening storm
Watching a storm roll on by (kids don't try this at home!) Lots of booms and flashes, but not much rain.
SCORE!!! I caught my first lightning strike with the new camera! (middle center)
SCORE!!! I caught my first lightning strike with the new camera! (middle center)
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Saturday, June 07, 2008
OBX Day 1
Quick photo update - well, 2 photos anyway.
From our visit to the Wright Brother's Memorial (it was hot, hot, hot) this morning -
Scenic pictures to be uploaded later - it's time for dinner! Yummy fresh seafood here we come!
From our visit to the Wright Brother's Memorial (it was hot, hot, hot) this morning -
Scenic pictures to be uploaded later - it's time for dinner! Yummy fresh seafood here we come!
Happy 5th Anniversary to Us
We've taken a little trip out to the Outer Banks to celebrate our 5th wedding anniversary - 5 y.e.a.r.s! I wanted to make a quick post before we start our fun filled (and hot) day. It sounds/feels so cliche to say that it doesn't feel like a year has gone by but then again I can barely remember what it was like to not be married. We've been blessed these past five years and I look forward to many, many, many more! Especially if we continue to celebrate in such a fun fashion.
Things done thus far:
-arrive in Manteo (wildfire smoke did not deter us)
-check into our lovely room at the White Doe Inn (pictures to follow)
-eat dinner at Basnight's Lone Cedar (YUM!)
-check to see that the ocean is still there at Nags Head (it is, and very blue)
-see the "Lost Colony" performance (which starts at 8:30pm and goes until almost 11pm! bug spray is a must)
Tuesday, June 03, 2008
Stupid Monday
This made my Monday not-so-happy:
Can't quite see it?
How about now?
That would be a HUGE crack in my windshield (or windscreen if you're British). It immediately happened after something small, with a lot of velocity or weight (or both) came out of NO WHERE and hit me. Seriously. I was on a 35 mph road with NO ONE in front of me when it happened. I'm still puzzled.
Any who - it's supposed to be get replaced tomorrow. I hope it does because we've got big plans for the weekend that include this car!
On a happier note, check out what's blooming -
Gladiola (first one of the season!)
Cana lily
Salvia & knock out rose bush
And blueberries! 2 out of the 4 bushes have been fruitful (YAY!) They're surrounded by netting to keep the birds from eating them all (like they did last year)
Can't quite see it?
How about now?
That would be a HUGE crack in my windshield (or windscreen if you're British). It immediately happened after something small, with a lot of velocity or weight (or both) came out of NO WHERE and hit me. Seriously. I was on a 35 mph road with NO ONE in front of me when it happened. I'm still puzzled.
Any who - it's supposed to be get replaced tomorrow. I hope it does because we've got big plans for the weekend that include this car!
On a happier note, check out what's blooming -
Gladiola (first one of the season!)
Cana lily
Salvia & knock out rose bush
And blueberries! 2 out of the 4 bushes have been fruitful (YAY!) They're surrounded by netting to keep the birds from eating them all (like they did last year)
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