Monthly Archives: September 2008

Bailout Brouhaha

Posted on September 29, 2008 by Kirk M

Well, it happened, the $700 billion dollar bailout was voted down 228 to 205 in the house today. The vote against the measure was 228 to 205, with 133 Republicans turning against President Bush to join 95 Democrats in opposition. … Continue reading →

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Grandad’s Back

Posted on September 21, 2008 by Kirk M

Grandad left us a few weeks ago to go on holiday. He went to France for 3 weeks. According to the news reports, France survived with minimal damage. Also apparently, he took the fine weather Ireland was having with him … Continue reading →

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McCain-I just have to say it.

Posted on September 20, 2008 by Kirk M

McCain…I don’t want him in the White House. I don’t want him leading my country. I know I didn’t much care for Obama when this campaign first started and I’m not saying whether or not I like him any better … Continue reading →

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I Have Won my First Contest!

Posted on September 15, 2008 by Kirk M

Yes, at long, long last I have finally won a contest. Not only that but it was a contest put on by the ever eloquent Liz Strauss that challenged her readers to take a picture and submit it to the … Continue reading →

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A Makeover for an Old Friend

Posted on September 12, 2008 by Kirk M

It’s getting close to 3 years now that this old personal type blog of mine has been around in one form or another. In fact, it may actually be a bit over 3 years by now considering that several initial … Continue reading →

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