August 29, 2015

Molasses in January

is DU today.

What's up with that?

August 29, 2015

Somebody's gotta go first . . .

August 29, 2015

Weaving a home...how one woman can help millions of people globally

Inspired by elements of nature such as snake skin and traditional cultural aspects such as weaving, nomadic life and tent dwellings, this weather proof, strong but lightweight and mobile fabric tent gives refugees shelter but also a chance to "weave their lives back together".

The flexible dual layer tent structure has the ability to close out the cold of winter and wet weather. It also opens up to allow cool air in and hot air out in summer. Rainwater is collected in the top of the tent and filters down the sides so the tent does not become flooded. The tent also has the ability to become a showering facility with water being stored in pockets on the side and drawn upwards via a thermosiphoning system providing basic sanitation. ...

http://www.1millionwomen.com.au/blog/weaving-home-how-one-woman-can-help-millions-people-globally/

August 28, 2015

"Press Conference"?

Or just free airtime for the Trump campaign?

What a con.

August 28, 2015

The more things change . . .

August 28, 2015

Why, yes. Yes he is.

August 27, 2015

Counterpoint

Amid the relentless media splatterings of Trumpage and clowncarism, we get coverage of Obama's speech in New Orleans.

Breathe deeply, enjoy the moment while it lasts.

August 27, 2015

"I will take care of women."

August 26, 2015

Dear Wayne...

Because he's more concerned about the conversation than the deaths.

August 26, 2015

As we watch the careening clown car,

let's not forget where it can go.