Monthly Archives: October 2012

XL Poisoned Meat: The Story of a Political Betrayal

he most basic contract of governance in a democracy goes something like this. The people who vote do so with the understanding that no matter what party they vote for among those wishing to govern, the voters do so as … Continue reading

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Fall Diaries, Oct 20th 2012

Brenda looked out of the window first thing this AM and saw two deer crossing the lawn.  This in itself is not very unusual but they have been scarce all summer and here they are now in October all over … Continue reading

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Diary of the Fall, Oct., 17th., 2012

This is precisely that time of year when the mice, who know a thing or two, look around outside and think about how much more pleasant the future would look from a berth inside my house.  It is entirely possible … Continue reading

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Fall diary Oct 15, 2012

I woke up to the rain again and got up thinking of this: O western wind when wilt thou blow, The small rain down can rain; Christ that my love were in my arms And I in my bed again. … Continue reading

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Fall Diary, Oct. 14th., Manitoulin

Brenda was right by George, we got the green tomatoes yesterday just in time as today the rain is a steady pour reminiscent of Dicken’s descriptions of the rain in Lincolnshire in Bleak House.  Made us think of poor Lady … Continue reading

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Fall Diary, Oct. 13th., Manitoulin

Today is mild by our standards but the breeze is cool and along with the damp and drizzle makes a fire necessary for warmth and solace. Brenda, dealing with an infection and the antibiotic drug for it, nevertheless wants to … Continue reading

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