Election years are too much fun! ...I'll be the first to admit that, when Bush was first elected, I was more concerned with convincing my mom to buy me a pair of Doc Martin boots and whether or not Dawson would finally tell Joey he loved her on the next episode of Dawson's Creek. But by the time '04 came around, I was all ears. I had been running with a new crowd, with folks that wore campaign t-shirts and spit out political banter over a Friday night BBQ. Considering I was lucky enough to have parents with a similar take on the whole shebang, I was able to regurgitate my mother's ventings during these intellectually driven conversations. Thanks to Mom, I was able to hold my own among the eclectic college co-ed party scene.
Now, however, it's a whole different ballgame! I can't tear my eyes away. I nolonger need Mom's opinions to front my phoney contributions. I'm actaully captivated. Why anyone wouldn't want to cash in on this entertainment value is beyond me. We've got the black man running for prez on the left and the potential female VP on the right. Either way, this is it! This is history in the making! So of course I watched as Palin introduced herself to the country today as McCain's choice VP. I found it especially hard to avoid CNN tonight considering the controversy that seems to follow this Palin chick. I couldn't wait to see if she would address the home-grown drama or not.
Here's my opinion:
I kinda like the broad! I mean, here's a woman that can bust out with a zinger or two! (Grandma, this "zinger" I speak of is new slang for a clever punch-in-the-gut insult.) (And yes, the credit should really be given to whoever wrote the speech, but nevertheless, I was impressed with her ability to deliver it so well.) And she's got this down-to-earth appeal. I love how she brushed off the controversial focus the media has had on her family and a moment later, the camera spots her little girl cradling that baby boy, slapping spit on the palm of her hand and adjusting the baby boy's disheveled hair. Sure, she didn't say anything very substantial. The few things that stood out (i.e. how she got rid of the Governor's private jet to save $ and the story about McCain's torturous experience while serving with a thumbs up... I'd like to know how much of that was actually true.) Aside from that, she failed to cover the question we've all been dying to get answered in regard to her foreign affairs experience. Still, she had me smiling. I gotta give it to her. She's got charisma!
This election has me bright eye'd and bushy-tailed. Unfortunately, if I want to continue collecting my unemployment checks, I can't register to vote in NY. So, as I said before, this can be nothing more to me than entertainment value - and what a lovely source of entertainment it is!
Thanks America!
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Meggie ... I like Sarah Palin too.
I turned my head for a moment and missed the little girl's beauty shop act, but Phillip told me all about it and I'm keeping a sharp eye on the replays, hoping to see for myself.
Governor Palin reminds me a lot of your mother. Something about the way she holds her mouth after she makes an important statement. I can't describe it, exactly, but Carmen has the same habit. It's like she's saying, "People, this is the true situation and I can see it clearly and if you can't, well, I'm disappointed in you."
Watch her next time she speaks. Palin, I mean ....
Audrey Hepburn, too, reminds me of Carmen. They have the same smile. Do you have any idea who Audrey Hepburn is/was? Did I force you to sit through her movies when you were little? She starred in "Breakfast at Tiffany's" and her happily topsy-turvy lifestyle as WELL as her beautiful smile resembled my Carmen. And "Sabrina" ... You and I may have watched that one together. Carmen could have played that role when she was eighteen. No rehearsing required.
Do other mothers do this? Automatically fit their children into every event they see and hear?
A used car salesman was here last week selling Phillip and me a big van with a wheelchair lift ... He mentioned selling motorcycles and I jumped all over that. "My son likes motorcycles!" Ohhh ... imagine that. Small world. My son ... Honestly! Do you think that USED CAR SALESMAM gave one healthy hoot about my son? He did not. But, he pretended to be interested. And Phillip and I bought the van. Fools!. That man laughed all the way back to his office. (long sigh here, Meggie ...) I should keep my mind on business and off my babies.
Your writing continues to be wonderful. WONDERFUL! How's the workshop going?
I love you, my Meggie ...
Grandma Jo
Of course I know who Audrey Hepburn is! Breakfast at Tiffany's and Funny Face are two of my favorites. She's back in style, y'know. (Or did she EVER go out of style?) All the girls wear skinny black jeans and slip-on flats to look the part - myself included.
Funny you should ask about the workshop. I just finished my registration form and sent my payment only moments before seeing your comment. I'm so excited! It starts on the 22nd of this month. Here's a LINK you can check out that will give you the lowdown.
I'll keep you posted!
And congrats on the van! I'm hoping the new wheels will make it easier for you to make an appearance at the family reunion next summer. I can't wait to see you and to meet Phil.
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