Day: November 24, 2016

I have been avoiding stories of the Chattanooga bus accident .. but this one needs to be seen

This has been a dreadful story–anyone with parents and even those without are affected.. Children dying in a bus accident right before Thanksgiving.  I have purposely kept a self-imposed news blackout going on this story, knowing only headlines but not subjecting myself to reading anything but that. Until today – I have to report this … Read moreI have been avoiding stories of the Chattanooga bus accident .. but this one needs to be seen

HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM A COAL SPEAKER. DRINK BOILO IF YA GOT IT

Speaking of boilo, here is a recipe for those not aware of the ancient coal region tradition during holiday time: Boilo recipe #1: Crock pot style2 oranges (med-large size)2 lemons1 small box raisins (about 1 ½ ounces)8 oz honey12 oz whiskey (or more, to taste). Use Four Roses, or Seagrams 7, or something similar. At … Read moreHAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM A COAL SPEAKER. DRINK BOILO IF YA GOT IT

And you were thinking talk of politics at the Thanksgiving…

And you were thinking talk of politics at the Thanksgiving dinner table would be weird.. try this on for size! The NEW YORK TIMES is busy today reporting about a risqué party held last Thursday in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Joshua David Stein reporting, “Just because someone is wearing lingerie doesn’t mean you can touch them,” said … Read moreAnd you were thinking talk of politics at the Thanksgiving…

THIS IS IT! The big day.. the first Thanksgiving since we were…

THIS IS IT! The big day.. the first Thanksgiving since we were told the world ended when Donald Trump won the November election.. and forgive me for speaking politically in another post, but let’s face it: This election and reaction has been visceral.. As I write this in a dark room during what we have … Read moreTHIS IS IT! The big day.. the first Thanksgiving since we were…