10 years ago I was at work when I heard of the terrible tragedies. I was working a half day, because I was supposed to pick my dad up at the airport that afternoon for his fall visit. Needless to say, his flight didn’t leave Tampa that day. The emotional toll of that day solidified…
Category: Current Affairs
five senses friday #6
If it’s Friday, it’s time for me to take a look back on the previous week. Here’s what tickled my senses. seeing: blue skies. finally. tasting: another spectacular seasonal jeni’s flavor, meyer lemon blueberry frozen yogurt. hearing: you are the best thing by Ray LaMontagne. simply one of the most romantic songs. smelling: coffee cake baking….
i’m still here…
It’s been a crazy couple of weeks. Things are settling down in to a new groove. I’m still here and plan to post a proper blog entry soon. Thanks for checking in.
slight thaw
It’s warmed into the low 40’s the last couple of days. Some of the snow is melting, there’s still a lot to go. I haven’t had much to say recently. The tragedy in Haiti is awful. It’s good see the generosity of people who are donating to the relief effort. On the other hand, it’s…
the new me
So I’ve decided to change all of my “about me” and profile pages on-line to reflect how I really feel right now. They will now include the following statement: My name is Michael Derr and time and time again, the majority of voters in my country and in my state have decided that I am…
thank you Senator Kennedy
A fierce advocate for equality was lost on Tuesday. Here’s hoping that his legislative legacy lives on. “It is wrong for our civil laws to deny any American the basic right to be part of a family, to have loved ones with whom to build a secure future and share life’s joys and tears, and…
Please Help Save Ohio Libraries – Time is Running Out
A message from the Akron-Summit County Public Library This is an urgent message to all of our customers, friends and supporters. The Akron-Summit County Public Library (ASCPL) and the other 250 public libraries across the state are facing further funding cuts that will have serious consequences to Ohio libraries. Ohio Governor Ted Strickland has proposed…
what the heckles, mr. speckles?
I haven’t really had much to say lately. Not much has been going on. Lots of work. On my day off Thursday, I ran to the garden center and picked up a couple flats of annuals. Came home and got them in the ground. Yea, for getting something accomplished. Loving the new washing machine. Besides…
quote of the night…oscar edition
”I think it is a good time for those who voted for the ban against gay marriage to sit and reflect and anticipate their great shame…if they continue that way of support. We’ve got to have equal rights for everyone.” -Best Actor Winner, Sean Penn
MADE BY MIKE TREATS 