selkirk

A glass that's only half-full will end up in the same results as the last election with the country almost perfectly divided between the candidates. Hillary may have the capacity to be a great president but I don't think she's electable. She comes across as intelligent, well-spoken, cold, and a little high-society, most of the democrats will probably find her completely palatable, but she won't pull any swing votes at all. She'll have the same problem, Kerry and Gore did. She only appeals to the democratic base and that isn't enough to really win the election, she lacks the "homey" feel that Bill had. Condi on the other hand has a reputation like a pit bull. She'll get the core republican vote anyway unless some Libertarian-esque Ross Perot type candidat shows up, and the simple fact that she's a black woman will pull a certain number of swing votes regardless of her politics. That match-up ends in probably 60% Condi 40% Clinton and another Rebuplican Pres. for 4 years.

There's lots of fantastic stuff from about 5.6 absurd, or 5.7 bolts through 5.Absurd. Haven't been to Tuff Love but do love going down there. It's so worth the drive from Seattle! 2 days is ok, 3 is better, haven't tried 4 yet .

10 to 1 the climbing will at least be good out at Vantage or Tieton though!

This weekend looks dry in Leavenworth, and likely the Cascades at least!

Smiffy was spectacular as well! Warm, dry rock and not too many crowds, even managed my first 10c, and on gear to boot! So totally stoked still!

Yep, they're knocking on our doorstep right now and we had better, I know, spend another 3 trillion dollars on some new weapon systems or something. Hilarious. yep, because we can all agree that bigger guns and faster ways to kill people will keep Iran from invading, and the terrorists from winning.

Someone had way too much fun at lunch and it wasn't me! But you can keep your GU, i don't think it goes well with coffee.

eeeewwwwww!

SOME people have to go out to a two-hour lunch with their boss and coworkers. What in the world did you eat for 2 hours?

Are you one of those chipper morning people who jump out of bed all bubby and alert?

Hates Coffee! He's not one of those fucking chipper morning people is he? Those people make me want to

but wasn't he giving good coffee before you bought the pot?

says the married girl.

Don't tell me you got your coffee and don't want to anymore! Now i'm bored!

So it's all about giving good coffee huh, then how can you still be in need living in the land of latte? By the way I give excellent coffe, just ask my wife

Yeah, but we all know you like it

Ok, how about non-stock answers? Everyone knows that Stevie Ray Vaugn rocks, that people like BB King and Muddy waters will never be replaced, and the EC is incredible, though his recent stuff is a bit watered down. How about Kenny Wayne Sheperd. As wierd as some of his shit is Steve Vai plays a mean guitar too. As for the obscure, anyone heard of Brian Bromberg? Saw him live at the Univ. of Idaho Jazz fest years ago playing the base. Was playing 2 seperate strings with each hand, sounded like he was playing two seperate guitars at the same time, was incredible. How about drums? Neil Peart always had my loyalty. Never heard anyone come close!

Congrats Sobo!! That's wonderful news.

Is anyone actually pro-abortion? There's a huge difference between pro-abortion and pro-choice.

WTF? That's like comparing apples and penguins.

I love it when people who are all about personal rights, and anti-big government, think that the government should be telling women what to do with their bodies.

So you'd be seen in public cozying up to Mr. Recumbant?

Ahh, must love the Bush family lawyer.

Penne Al Pepperoni, easy, chicks dig it, and it goes well with white wine take 3 small-med bell peppers (1 red, 1 green, 1 yellow) slice thin, and throw in pan. Take 1 med onion, slice or dice and throw in pan Saute it all in Olive Oil until the onions start getting soft and translucent. Maybe add 1 garlic clove to the saute. Throw it in the blender with 1/2 cup of cream or half and half, and a smattering of dried spices (basil, oregano etc, but not too much) Blend until the chunks are small, but still present. Serve over penne, or spirals or something (For a date, throw in a nice bitter herb salad, and bottle of white wine. Tasty, colorful, and doesn't leave you with the heavy food hangover to facilitate later activities!) If you like garlic.... Dice 6 roma tomatoes 6 cloves of garlic, add 1/2 cup of shredded romano or other sharp cheese serve cold over pasta. mmmmmmm, garlicky!!!!