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Entries from September 2008

“Hockey Moms” Eat Shit

September 3rd, 2008 · 20 Comments

I can’t stand to watch any more of Sarah Pukin’ at the RNC. One little gem: “What’s the difference between a hockey mom and a pit bull? Lipstick!” *Cue Republican laugh track.* Why in the hell does my husband, who is NOT a Republican, insist on having us watch this crap?! In order to bear […]

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This is where I swim against the tide, again

September 3rd, 2008 · 12 Comments

There’s a video making the rounds this work-short week of activist journalist (as opposed to just a plain ol’ journalist, who merely reports the news) Amy Goodman being arrested outside the RNC in St. Paul while trying to inquire about the fate of two colleagues who were injured by the police. If you haven’t watched […]

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Fall Fun Festival

September 2nd, 2008 · No Comments

Gramary and Uncle Scott took Ava to a festival at the local Catholic high school (education center; it’s more than just a high school) over the weekend. They were also joined by Scott’s friend Valerie and her daughter. A couple choice pics (not taken by me): and… Ava carries on her great grandmother’s fondness for […]

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