New Set of Wheels

No - I did not get rid of the bug. I have 2 new sets of wheels - a walker and a wheelchair. I was so excited to get 'on the road again', that I had a little accident. While hiking with my side-kicks, Al & Rocky (and of course the husband) I fell in a creek and broke my left leg in 2 places. Yes - I just got the cast off my left wrist a couple of months ago. And yes - I just recovered from major dental surgery and sinus manipulation on my left side. There is something about my 'left' side that is causing concern. I always joke that I am such a political leftist that I lean left when I walk. Hmmm - causing me to wonder - am I too far left? Are these mishaps a reminder to be more middle of the road? As I sit here propped up in bed - with tons of time to watch news reports - - I think I'll stay right where I am - leaning left.

Major Overhaul Complete

The engine turned over and we are slowly accelerating back onto the highway.  This driver and the bug were in the shop for over a year - new treads for the VW and a much needed rest for the driver following broken arm, health problems, family crisis, etc.  However - we have been given the green light and Albert and I are back on the road WITH A PASSENGER!  Occasionally the Rockster will be joining us on our travels.  Albert and I felt that there are times  we need a little protection so we have a ferocious side-kick riding with us.  Rocky has no fear.  He may be small - but seriously - he is more protection than aspirin between a gal's knees.

What a segue into the latest political debate that is causing me to seek tHERapy.  Birth Control.  The War on Women.  The Republican candidates.  The 1%.  Endless Wars. There are so many things to cause me to race down this highway - Thank goD for Albert and Rock keeping an eye out for speed bumps and potholes.

So - this is just a warning.  WE ARE ON THE ROAD AGAIN!  (Can you hear Willie?)  Join us on our adventures down tHERapy highway.

Boobs or Brains

Last night was an obligatory event - the after holidays office party.  Now before this bug gets warmed up - let me just say that I love the girls I work with - they are gorgeous, funny, and to paint a clearer picture - they drive SUV's or Benz - no ragtop bugs.  We start with drinks and appetizers, move on to dinner and conversation.  Conversation - that is where I hit the pothole.  The three topic most discussed - boobs (fake, silicone - not George Bush type boobs), botox, and some new stuff that make your eyelashes grow.  Lord Have Mercy!  I was at a loss for words - actually speechless.  I had nothing to offer. 

I realized that I am a social outcast, a deranged drivcr on this road of life - I am the POTHOLE.  I think I'm okay with this.  I can listen politely and smile at the right times so as not to draw to much attention to the tires on this ole rag top. 

Oil Change

It's been a long time since my last blog.  Today I felt the need for some therapy - so I'm back at it.  I revisited my last post April 2010 - the contents caused the 'check engine' light to glow.  A reminder to me how strong words can be - how every reader may come up with a different version of what the writer was trying to get across.  I wonder if my words ever caused someone to construe them as 'a call to violence'?  Since writing is therapy for a lot of folks, how do we (writers/bloggers) make sure that our words never cause harm?  I don't know the answer - but as I drive down this therapy highway - I will look for the signs.
Yesterday was a sad day for our country-A young girl and others killed by an unstable soul, a Congresswoman seriously injured while doing her job, many others wounded.  The shooter was unbalanced - of that I am certain.  The 'left' was quick to blame the 'right' - the 'right' blames the 'left' - no one stands up and takes resposibility.  Was anyone other than the gunman responsible?  Was Sarah Palin responsible for putting crosshairs on this Arizona district?  Was Glenn Beck responsible?  How about Rush and his hate radio?  I am  certain that Palin did not mean for anyone to actually shoot people.  It takes more muster to believe that Beck & Rush also did not want murder on their hands.  No one is to blame but the poor, sick kid with the Glock.  However, it is time for the hate speech to stop  No more can we tolerate people putting coffins on the lawns of our representatives (as the StL Tea Party did to Rep. Carnahan.)  No more can we incite people by screaming hate on talk radio and cable TV.  No more can bloggers talk about running down right wingers who are traveling in their lane.  I will probably never agree with the right - but I will try to NEVER use hate in my writings.  I am going to hang a quote from my priest on my dash "we are ALL God's beloved".  All of us - Republicans, Democrats, right and left.  We are beloved.  Lets act like it - starting with me.

Much Needed Tune-Up

It's been a while since I needed to drive down the therapy highway - but Al is riding shotgun and I have the bug in 4th gear.  Headed to therapy - I need it or I may hurt someone.
  Three things are bugging the hell out of me. Item 1.  "It's my God-given right."  I heard a tea party moron spout this the other day.  I kept thinking about this statement.  What the hell is a god-given right? This 'tea-hadist' said it was his god-given right to carry a loaded weapon to rallies and wherever he wanted.  hmmmm.  After thinking about this and recalling all the sermons that I have heard, I realized my clergy never told me about any god-given rights.  So - thinking I was being snubbed by the MAN, I asked my priest-friend, Mike, if I had god-given rights.  "No one has God-given rights - God has blessed us - but has not given us rights."  So the next time some hoosier or tea-hadist suggest he has a god-given right - ask him exactly where those are mentioned in the BOOK.
Item 2.  The group that is praying for Obama's death.  I can barely stay on my side of the road when I hear this crap.  Supposed Christians that spout Bible verses and then join groups that encourage the death of POTUS -   Even if this is a joke - not funny.  Its no secret that I strongly, very strongly disliked Bush.  I never wished him death.  I don't even wish that for Caribou Barbie.  Hate radio (Limbo) and Fox (Beck & inS-hannity are going to incite someone to do something that will cause great harm.   InS-hannity recently called his audience Tim McVeigh wanna-be's.  Isn't something wrong with this picture?
Item 3.  The First Amendment.  Can we put an amendment to an amendment? I want to rename it - The First Amendment with a side of Common Sense.  Supreme Court just upheld a case that will continue to allow the filming and distribution of Crush Videos.  And what is a crush video?  Its a video where some scum-bag, vile, sick individuals crush kittens and puppies.  These horrific videos are then sold - yes - people buy them.

Now do you understand why we are back in the car driving down therapy highway?

STOP Signs

STOP!  stop now!  The prestigious Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to President Barack Obama last Friday.  Any normal, patriotic American would be cheering - proud of this moment in history.  But, no, not the RIGHTeous Americans - they are questioning his accomplishments, questioning the Nobel-ites, questioning Obama.  My question is "what in the hell is wrong with this country?".    Gnashing of teeth when our President wins a distinguished award and cheers of joy when he fails to bring the Olympics to our country - something is wrong with this scenic highway.
I must admit that I was a wee bit surprised at this honor bestowed upon our President - but I was thrilled and do understand why he was honored.  I remember at his inauguration speech when he said "we will extend a hand to all nations" - hmmm, unlike Bush, Obama will be willing to talk to our enemies.  I remember when he said he would reach out to "Islamic" nations - seems like a good thing.  Maybe this isn't enough to win that Nobel prize.  How about this scenario:  Maybe  the prize was awarded to US - we the people.  Perhaps the Nobel committee gave the award to Americans for finally ending 8 years of stupidity, arrogance, war-mongering & threats.  Can you swallow it now?
In honor of this achievement - I'm going to extend a hand - to all my friends on the Right.  For this week, and this week only, I will listen to your views without trying to run you over with my VW. (Although, it would be kind of difficult to run you over when you are driving those huge SUVs )  OOPS.
I will try my best not to throw things at the blonde twit on Morning Joe, I promise to stop trying to devise ways to get rid of Glenn Beck,  and I will try to stop filling prescriptions of oxycontin to send to Rush.  I do this for PEACE.

Stuck in a PotHole

Some days one has to wonder what is the purpose of caring.  I mean, why get all worked up over healthcare reform - why worry about Iran's nuclear capabilities - why worry about dragging out the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.  Why worry?  And to take this one step further - why even care?  Do all those phone calls to elected officials make any difference?  How about all those emails and petitions?  As I watch the House debate the healthcare - I just want to screech my tires!  Talk, talk, talk.  Argue, argue, argue.  I feel like we are just spinning wheels - not getting anywhere.  I want things to get DONE.  I want to see results - here on this highway.  I want the change we were promised -10 months ago.  SCREECH!!!  Ten months??  Its only been 10 months?  Rome wasn't built in a day and all of our problems won't be solved in 10 months - I guess I can 'keep the faith' for a while longer.  I guess I can still make calls, send emails and sign petitions.  I guess I can still care - but sometimes I could use a gentle push.