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Big Rock Candy Mountain - The Second Amendment

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 12:31:31 -0800

From the page: "They exist only in this moment.

Ultimately, on the page, through my pen, I Can Let Those Thoughts Go.

Writing is my Zen.

I fail at blogging because I try to force content. Other blogs fail me for the same reason. Forced content for the reason of keeping reader numbers up. I don�t believe the author believes their own words. I see a lack of conviction, a lack of passion.

People are searching for something, and, they believe if they can find the answer in other people. That�s why productivity blogs are so popular. If you hang around long enough you might find the answer to all their problems.

They fail to realize the answer isn�t out there. It is within themselves."

Lactivists? & the black ewe

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 20:40:02 -0800

From the page: "So I can understand why women are presenting photos of their breasts on Facebook. This is the image they are projecting of themselves, at this point in time, because breastfeeding has become their world, their singular occupation, and they may even have important information or tips to share with others. It�s like an icon - there is knowledge behind that image.

I just wish the 12-year-old boys who run Facebook would grow up more quickly and realise that breastfeeding photos are neither sexual nor �oedisgusting”. I predict that if they don�t realise it by themselves, they will be shamed into it by some very determined mothers."

Bonfire of the Brands

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 14:57:27 -0800

It's become economic heresy to reject shopping. Consumer confidence, so the Government tells us, is vital for the recovery of the economy. A splurge at M&S's one day sale is the socially responsible thing to do, like buying bonds in the war. But I believe that it is our absolute right to save money rather than spend. After all, we worked hard to earn it.

Keeping it real | rabble.ca

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 13:34:23 -0800

From the article "Like I expected, Gossip Girl presents a world of plastic surgery, bulimia and sex, where female sexuality is equated to punishment and ridicule (though chastity brings a similar fate). Human relationships take the back burner to female characters' preoccupation with fashion, thinness and wealth. Here, brand names are as reoccurring as the characters themselves. Should I be surprised? Thankfully, some Canadian publishers are offering alternatives to these tales of hyper-consumptive youth, perfect for progressive teen readers."

[3-Dec-08] UN Water Advisor praises Toronto bottled water ban

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 13:00:12 -0800

Last night, Toronto City Council voted in favour of a resolution that will ban the sale or distribution of bottled water at Civic Centres immediately while authorizing city staff to work on removing bottled water from all remaining City facilities by 2011. Meanwhile, the City has dedicated to improve accessibility to public tap water. The Council of Canadians is encouraged by the resolution, which has set a new milestone in the struggle against the commodification of water and passed by a wide margin in a vote of 30-13, despite heavy industry lobbying efforts.

Wal-Mart death preventable, union says - CNN.com

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 09:40:02 -0800

From the page: "Wal-Mart spokesman Dave Tovar said Saturday that the company had no response to the union's comments, referring CNN to a written statement the retailer released Friday.

The statement said the store added internal security, brought in outside security, erected barricades and worked with Nassau County police in anticipation of heavy crowds.
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* WABC: Police reviewing videotape
* Wal-Mart worker dies in rush; two killed at toy store

"Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of the deceased," Wal-Mart Senior Vice President Hank Mullany said in the statement. "We are continuing to work closely with local law enforcement, and we are reaching out to those involved."

Damour's death was one of two high-profile violent incidents on Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving and traditionally one of the year's busiest shopping days.

Police say two men shot each other dead in a Toys "R" Us in Palm Desert, California, after they argued in the store. The fight did not appear to be related to shopping, according to authorities."

Saskatchewan on the leading edge...of child poverty & the regina mom

Sun, 23 Nov 2008 11:16:03 -0800

Canadians -- and Saskatchewanians, in particular -- let's just admit it, ok? When it comes to tending to the needs of children, to the wellbeing of our future, politicians of all political stripes are effing LOSERS!

They penalize women for pregnancy, taking away almost 50 percent of their wages. They force females through hell by refusing to provide decent, affordable, quality childcare to them when they're ready to re-enter the workforce. They place women at an economic disadvantage by providing next to nothing financially when women place their children in care or when they choose to stay at home. And, on top of all that, they refuse to recognize in any meaningful way that the work women do in rearing the children contributes to the economy!

http://thursdayschildhasfartogo.blogspot.com/2008/10/i-told-him-i-loved-him-he-gave-me-pen.html

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:31:51 -0800

I still dream of a day when I can be fully integrated. When the people I love, who also love me, can accept me for every part of me, and I won't have to hide anymore, and people won't urge me to hide my true nature, even to hide my face. And you may say that it is a pipe dream, that it will never happen and that there will always be people who love being judgmental more than they love me. But I have to hope. And I have to dream. It's who I am.

Susie Brights Journal : Live Blogging the Last Presidential Debate - Obama &McCain

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 13:29:29 -0700

Awesome live blog of the third presidential debate 2008.

My favorite line:
This conversation needs a big feminist intervention. I don't want to hear another man talk about his expertise in abortion EVER again.

EDUCATION WATCH INTERNATIONAL

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 15:49:23 -0700

US Supreme court holds up decision to allow school division to teach homosexuality to students.