Against the Wind

I saw mention of IM and Don going to Oxford for the music festival this year. Henry L– had a couple of files of Carp Camp’s Irish music in Facebook, so here’s a link to some fine Carp Camp Jam music. Brother D called about closing out the last of Mother’s accounts, and I mentioned the music festival trip, and got myself a bed if I go. Maybe another trip in September!

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I’ve several photos ahead waiting for blogging, so today it’s a glimpse at the Azores. Most of the buildings in the town, Ponte Delgada, were well maintained, but there were a few that were derelict. Something about the decay that can befall our best efforts to overcome entropy is fascinating. Vishnu will have his way.

I’m still hoping Gail is serious about going to the Azores next spring. Definitely a place I want to go back.

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The next is for the independent/conservative/libertarian types. Dennis Prager is likely in talk radio, and I know he writes a good column. This is a video of excerpts of his responses in some forum. Preach on Mr. Prager, I’m in the amen corner here!

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And this clip is on an enterprise to try to finance some filmmaking that reflects the sense of American Exceptionalism and Motherhood and Apple Pie values that used to play in films. I don’t know that it’ll work, but I’m curious if anyone has any reactions. Bill Whittle’s writing and essay skills make me envious!

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One last link! A local blog I follow has a report from a speech by our mayor (ok, New Orleans) Inspirational.