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trof's JournalIt's your first day as Governor of Alabama. What would you do?
First Republican woman governor of the state.
72
Lurleen Wallace was the first woman governor (D) and you worked for her campaign.
Unmarried
Former teacher.
Former banker.
Former Democrat.
Past state treasurer.
Thoughts?
The United conundrum. Been there...on the other side...sorta
I flew for Trans World Airlines for 30+ years.
They used to be a major international carrier.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trans_World_Airlines
Many times I had to deadhead (ride as a passenger in order to get to a station where my 'working flight' would depart from).
Some of these were pre-scheduled weeks in advance as just part of my normal pattern.
Some were last minute because of disruptions in the schedule due to weather or other glitches.
Never was I in a situation where a paying passenger had to be dragged off the airplane, kicking and screaming, so I could have a seat.
I guess we were just better at logistics/scheduling than United.
Oh, and most of my career was BEFORE the use of computers!
Our crew schedulers did this all with paper and pencil and white boards.
Bless 'em.
Robert Bentley resignation: Kay Ivey poised to become Alabama's 2nd female governor
Source: al.com
Kay Ivey, the first female Republican in Alabama history to hold the office of Lieutenant Governor, will be only the second woman to serve as Governor of the state.
Ivey assumes the role of governor upon the resignation of Robert Bentley, who is stepping down today over a barrage of ethics complaints related to his relationship with former staffer Rebekah Caldwell Mason.
Ivey, 72, has not issued a statement regarding the resignation or her new role. She is expected to be sworn in later today.
Read more: http://www.al.com/news/index.ssf/2017/04/robert_bentley_reisignation_ka.html#incart_river_index
Things they never said: "Play it again, Sam."
"Play it once, Sam. For old time's sake."
"I don't know what you mean, Miss Elsa."
"Play it, Sam. Play "As Time Goes By".
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Tonight Chez trof: Blue Apron. It was a gift.
From some friends.
Just this once.
Outa my league moneywise.
Korean Spicy Pork and Rice Cakes.
Here's the whole recipe:
https://www.blueapron.com/recipes/spicy-pork-korean-rice-cakes-with-baby-bok-choy
So far:
Never had bak choy. I like it.
The rice cakes are CHEWY/gummy.
Never had them before so didn't know what to expect.
We'll have the whole dish in a few minutes.
I'll let you know.
Islamic State says U.S. 'being run by an idiot'
<sigh>
Islamic State said on Tuesday the United States was drowning and "being run by an idiot".
In the first official remarks by the group referring to President Donald Trump since he took office, spokesman Abi al-Hassan al-Muhajer said: "America you have drowned and there is no saviour, and you have become prey for the soldiers of the caliphate in every part of the earth, you are bankrupt and the signs of your demise are evident to every eye."
http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/islamic-state-says-us-being-run-by-an-idiot/ar-BBzlWJr?li=BBmkt5R&ocid=spartandhp
I remember when this would have just been considered crazy jihadist propaganda.
New Rule. "Breaking News":
New Rule:
It's only "BREAKING NEWS!" for one hour after it is initially reported by an entity that is considered to be 'mainstream, generally accepted as more or less reliable, media'.
We can later debate what so-called "news" outlets qualify.
If it makes the morning lede, it is no longer "BREAKING NEWS!" by afternoon.
I hope this clears up some confusion.
Thank you.
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