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We started a Fall tradition last year of taking a tour of regional brewery as a family. We take everyone who can attend and break up the beer tasting with hiking, outdoor games, and food. Here are some images for … Continue reading →

I won’t call you a socialist for assuming farmers should receive government subsidies when they cannot sell their beans if you don’t call me a socialist because I believe all Americans deserve health care. [just to get your attention and … Continue reading →

President Trump will do one of his rallies in Minneapolis this week. Once this was announced, Minneapolis Mayor Frey and others made some uncomplimentary comments about Trump and were not particularly welcoming to the President. This negativity brought some negative … Continue reading →

Podcasts I listen to indicate that the Trump re-election campaign has made Facebook and television ad buys. I confess that I do not remember seeing any of these ads. I assume Fox News would be a likely outlet. I very, … Continue reading →

I am not certain that most folks would associate Minnesota with apple corchards, but there is much in this state that would surprise people. There are multiple orchards close to the Twin Cities (Minneapolis/Saint Paul/ suburbs) and these forms offer … Continue reading →

The Republicans on the House committee seem to be trying a variant of the “tree in the forest” defense. If the President commits a crime, but Barr says the behavior is protected by executive privilege it didn’t happen. Translated using … Continue reading →

I listened to Donald’s presentation to the UN General Assembly. I tried to imagine how the folks I have met in other countries would understand his message. The eschew globalism, embrace patriotism comes across as we are special and you … Continue reading →

I decided to spend time today supporting the Global Climate Strike. As I am retired and unemployed, striking is not an option. What I can do is spend some time voicing my opinion. I have already attempted to identify information … Continue reading →

Labels seem to matter in politics. Individuals look to the label associated with a candidate often, it seems, rather than considering the specifics of the candidate’s position on specific issues. Republicans seem to use “socialist” in this way. I don’t … Continue reading →

Some folks have taken to labeling him “Moscow Mitch”. This would not be my style. I have been trying to come up with a descriptor that captures my personal frustration. I am looking for just the right phrase to describe … Continue reading →