The Phillies

Well, what a drought Philadelphia has had. No champion teams in years. Over 25 years since the phillies won a world series. Today, in Philadelphia, we saw the results of all that pent up energy. With the parade winding it's way through Philadelphia, the streets were lined with millions of fans. From 20th and Market to the Ball field they lined up 10, 20 deep to participate in the festivities. Septa our local public transit has been overwhelmed with riders. Dorothy, unable to get near 2 of the main train stations "fell back" to her office resigned to the possibility that she may not be home for hours. Sorely disappointed that she can not participate in the Halloween candy giveaway.

Health care

It troubles me to hear that families are having to declare bankruptcy due to medical bills. One illness is all it takes. The candidates are all talking about health care. I'm glad. I think that most people in this country are concerned about this issue. The one thing that concerns me is the choices people make that will adversely effect their health. Smoking and obesity come to mind. Can we as a nation foster incentives so that all people strive for better health through moderate diets and abstaining from health "detractors" like smoking? I would like to see this a part of a new health care plan for the nation.

Mocha

Well, it looked like I was going to provide an overnight spot for a puppy on her way to a new home. These things happen at the last minute and sure to form I got the "call" ( e-mail.) It was a request to see if I could provide overnight accommodations for a westward bound lab. I was selected because I don't have any dogs. Mocha's medical history is unknown so it was decided to keep her away from dogs until she made a trip to the vet. Now I'm told it's off. The owners say they may have found a home for Mocha.
Maybe next time......

Joe the plumber...

I admire Joe for going to the "source" for the answer to his question. I don't admire senator McCain for using this guy to further his chances of winning. Now, thanks to Senator McCain, Joe is at the center of media attention, all his personal records and data probed, and having to face news cameras all for wanting to be an informed elector. If I were Joe I would really be upset with Senator McCain.

Social Security

Not too long ago in the course of one day the Dow Jones industrial average dropped 777 points. It was on that day that I remembered how our current President had tried so hard to privatize social security. I am so glad that he failed.

Riding

It was a bit cool out this morning but I felt the need to go for a ride. Fall is a great time to ride. Crunching through leaves and seeing the sights. Today was a "good day." Feeling strong and finding new roads.

The Election

As the election approaches and the polls put Barack in the lead I have concerns. I'm concerned that there may be voters interested in voting for Barack who feel that they don't need to as a result of the poll numbers. My other concern is the election process itself. The 2000 and 2004 elections shook my faith in a credible process. It's my hope that this year there will be little controversy and that the canidiate with the most votes wins.

Vice Presidential selection

The other night during the debate a question was asked about the selection of the vice president. It occurred to me that besides all the experience that Joe brings to the office, there was something else that was involved in the decision. Joe was actively looking to be president. The fact that Joe already wanted to be president makes him all the more qualified in my mind. I imagine that being president was not foremost in Sarah's mind when she got the call.

Walking

Through Peace Valley Park. Some of the trees are turning color. Circuit of the lake - 2 hours

Riding...

Today I rode with the bike club. I rode to the start ( 5 miles.) We headed off to the Kulpsville area. Once we were out about half way the leader of the ride had a flat tire. After her inner tube had been replaced two times and burst two times we realized that the side wall of her tire was cut. A makeshift repair was done and she headed back to the start the shortest way she could with another rider. The rest of us continued on our way and returned safely. We all met at a pub in Ambler and carbo loaded before finishing the last two miles. Total for me 42 miles.

Debates

After hearing the most recent debate. I am wondering one ( of many) things. Both candidates say that they wrote letters to the proper officials warning of the economic crisis we are currently experiencing. Perhaps we need more effective letter writers as candidates. It seems to me that if either one of their letters had been heeded, we would be in a lot better shape today.