Archive for November 2005

Coffee is Wonderful but not Meraviglioso

There is all sorts of shit going on today and everyday but there is one thing for certain: I love my coffee. I am quite particular about my coffee. I buy fair-trade, organically grown coffee beans. I boil the water, grind the beans and let the coffee steep in a French Press (Bistro). Best damn coffee. I have two favourite … Continue reading

molotov cocktail party with missiles

Riots in France and pirates in the Caribbean or some other body of water and politicians in Argentina: What is this world coming to? In Paris there are riots and the city is burning because the government is messing with the poor immigrants’ minds. Immigrants don’t seem to understand that if they want to be treated nicely they have to … Continue reading

Tortured Ethics

With “Scooter” Libby indicted the Bush White house is calling for everyone to take an “ethics” crash course. I have an out of print (at least I can’t find it) copy of “Coles Notes – Etiquette For Teenagers.” It covers everything from “How to introduce yourself” to “Should a Man Wear A hat” to “Should an engaged girl go out … Continue reading

rE to SH – “Silence is Golden”

I used to think I understood Christianity. I used to be a staunch supporter of its cause and even championed it among my peers but it seems that I do not understand it anymore. Just what, exactly, are morals? The Bloc and the Conservatives claim that the Liberals no longer have the moral authority to govern and apparently it is … Continue reading

Gomery Gomery Gomery

Is the news of the news before the news actually airs considered to be news? I am reminded (by Anacharsis no less) that if it is new to him then it is news. But that brings into question the whole news-worthiness of the pre-Gomery report quips from politicians. Specifically the Conservatives. No doubt Chretien’s government will be the focus and … Continue reading