Outrageous

Up to the rank of colonel, the military grows and promotes its own officers, independent of political influence.  This is sacred.  Is there a military man or woman anywhere, active or retired, alive or dead, who would not be outraged to learn that President Bush wants to take control of the promotion of military lawyers? […]

“Disgusting Ethnic Cooking Odors”

I think it only fair that bloggers read other blogger’s blogs, and I’m nothing if not fair.  Too fair, because sometimes I read things I’d rather not have read.  Like this, from a blog called The View Through the Windshield, written by a charming fellow named Joe Sherlock: While I have problems with Romney’s positions on issues […]

The Gift that Keeps on Giving

Today’s our 42nd anniversary.  Donna and I met 43 years ago, when she responded to a “carpoolers needed” notice I’d posted to the bulletin board at American River Junior College in Sacramento, California.  We were freshmen, as dumb and young as they come. We’re not freshmen any more, or young.  But we still see ourselves pretty much as […]

Paul’s Pasta

This is an original Paul Woodford recipe, and it’s the first time I’ve written it down.  If you’re still hungry after trying this, check out my hash cookbook for more recipes. This is a simple pasta dish that’s easy to make with around-the-house ingredients (well, our house anyway).  Don’t be squeamish about the anchovies . . . they add […]