wsoxfan

Oh, this election has been over for over two weeks by this point. The question is no longer "will McCain lose" , the question now is "how much will McCain lose by". When Pat Buchannan comes out and admits that the Republican candidate has no shot, it says a lot. When William F. Buckley's oldest son comes out in favor of Obama, it says even more.
If you study the McCain campaign (and calling it a 'campaign' is like referring to someone cutting their own leg off, with a rusty saw, as 'surgery'. Technically correct, but somehow missing the point) its actions have become more and more erratic. The fact that they are concerned about their standing in states such as Kentucky and Nebraska says a great deal. The fact that they refuse to admit defeat in states such as Iowa and Wisconsin says even more.
I'm no longer worried about whether or not Obama will win. What I'm concerned about is that spot of hatred which the McCain campaign seems intent on stirring up.
There are loose nuts in this nation. We all know that, and there is no way to get rid of them. However, the last thing we as a nation need is for them to become riled up, especially at rallies where they are given official condolence, of a sort.
I have no need to paint for you a picture of the violence that is inherent in American politics. You're older than I am and, as a result, lived through the last great wave of it. What I'm personally terrified of is the thought of one of these wing nuts, after the election is over, attempting to take electoral action into their own hands.
This is all the more pressing with the economy sinking lower and lower. People have a tendency of moving to more extreme positions during times of instability, and we're currently wading into one (I say wading into, because I don't believe we've reached the bottom yet. I still doubt this will be another Great Depression, but I do suspect it will give the late 70s and early 80s a run for their money).
Of course, there is hope. FDR manages to die of health related issues, despite an attempt on his life in the days leading up to inauguration day. Teddy Roosevelt managed to survive in 1912 as well. One could even point out that Truman survived an ill-fated attempt on his own life by Puerto Rico nationalists.
If this fails to salve your fears, I suppose that its not meant too. I'm of the growing fear that McCain-Palin's sewing the seeds of racism, unintentionally or not, is going to end up reaping a harvest we'll all have to deal with. The thought bothers me greatly. However, I also have to assume that Obama knew the risks when he took his first steps into this race, and knows exactly what he's doing. And, considering the campaign he's run so far, I'm willing to say that if he's not greatly worried, neither should we.

that certainly does not make sense to call any Chicago team a Zephyr

Actually, no. I'm an Eagles fan. My dad is from Pennsylvania, and everyone on that side of the family are Eagles fans, except my dad, who is a Steelers fan. We've always been hyper-competitive about sports, so we could never like the same teams. I chose the Eagles, naturally. He also had an affinity for the Cubs, hence the White Sox for me.

oh honey you do seem to be in a very delicate situation and one I wouldn't general give advise on. However, since you requested my input I'll say just this... honesty. Be it to yourself and to her. It may be hard to do... fear of hurting feelings but think if more time went on and you still felt the same way or even "worse". Be gentle with your words and you can NEVER go wrong w/ honesty.

And reminder we are in a time when everyone is hurting cause of too little money. And everyone is subject to human emotions and thoughts of all sorts during life. Your never too mature to be vulnerable or confused.

My initial purpose in dropping by was to say I'm sorry your Sox didn't make it. I know it means a lot to you and I was looking forward to the matchup that we will now not get. Having looked at your post I think I will offer again how much I respect and appreciate you and admire your sincere candor, too. You may not feel like it but I tell you with a particular authority that you are a most courageous man. That said, you are clearly nearing or at a crossroads where the path your life takes over the next while will depend on all of your many strengths and good fortune. I could offer up advice, and it would be sincere, but you are already so articulate around your current status that anything I could add would be more of a load than a lightening.

I believe in you and your abilities and choice making. I am certain that you will find a path far more agreeable and appropriate than I ever would.

Just wait until next year.

So true. I hate how politicians show no leadership but then start blaming everyone.

I hope it was a good and healing trip.

I am so pleased all of the undecided voters are liking what Barack has to say. It seems these folks just never heard him before, which is hard for zealots like us to understand.

As for the debate, I can't add much to what she says

yes! she has told me a great deal about you, and you seem like a genuinely amazing person, which honestly is hard to come by these days.

also, i hope yesterday was good for you mentally, physically and emotionally. i tend to supress a lot of my emotions and it's made me a very cynical person, and i regret having become that way out of habit. i hope you have a great vacation in north carolina, and recharge and reconnect with your family. sometimes you need to go back to your "roots" to remember who you are.

Hey Brother, I'm in no way a Sox fan... but I would ONLY want them to do well for you. The Twins got them against the wall but the Sox have and can come back.

ALL THE BEST.

Just taking a minute to say hello. I've been busy and tired lately so I haven't kept up with a lot of my friends.

Heya love! Just stoppin' by to see if everything's going OK for you....haven't seen you around as much lately, is everything alright?? I miss you!

Sounds like your game and your picnic were awesome That is SO cool...and I'm jealous cuz I'd love to have an active group around my house. I don't know very many people around here that even know what SG is!

Lots of loves to you, hope all is well

What happened??

Come on over to my SG and see how naughty I've been

Yea the funny thing is, Im happier than Ive been in years. I think its more about the fact that it came late in this particular summer. Im gonna try to find the right gear to ride all winter so im outside and keeping fit.

How are you today?

I am so happy to have met you. Please come out to more events; we aren't too bad. Lyrical is the biggest sweetheart.

You missed the boy tonight, he came out after work. Him and Lyrical are a little too of the same. They tend to fight and beat the crap out of each other, But we kinda had a kinda civil dinner together.

Whatever that means. :X

xoxoxo

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Just a quick note to say that I am honored to have my marriage to Flashmo compared to that of yours with your late wife! I am often blown away by the references that you make of her...sounds like she was something quite special hun If it makes you feel any better, I understand what it's like to lose a spouse...my first husband died when I was 19 We were highschool sweethearts, and he commit suicide when we'd been just married for six months. I know it's not quite the same, you and your wife were together for much longer...but I guess I am saying that I understand the hole in your soul that a spouses death brings.

Much loves to you doll!