George Tiller, affectionately known by extremist anti-choice groups as “Tiller the Killer,” was murdered this morning while at church with his wife. I have a lot on my mind regarding this situation, mainly because I’m a woman who has fully benefited from the strides made in reproductive rights over the past 36 years. I had [...]

[Read more →]

Apparently, there were some riots (or one big riot) at Broad & South Streets in Philly around 1 am this morning. I happened to be awake, found out about it and immediately went to Phillyblog to see if I could get any more info. Through my various reading, I found out that apparently it – [...]

[Read more →]

That’s right, I said it. 7. SOTOMAYOR ON ABORTION, GAY MARRIAGE: Sotomayor’s record on two key hot button cultural issues is thin. But, quite notably, her sole opinion regarding abortion was in line with the anti-abortion movement’s position. Some details from the anti-abortion site LifeNews.com: “Despite 17 years on the bench, Judge Sotomayor has never [...]

[Read more →]

Bella Vista Natural Foods (BVNF) is Becoming a Co-Op There will be a meeting at Palumbo Recreation Center on Wednesday June 10, 7pm to explore converting BVNF from a conventional retail space to a cooperative grocery. We have been entertaining the idea of becoming a co-op for several months and have gotten an enthusiastic response [...]

[Read more →]

…just as ripping on her is. But with that being said, when trying to track down an article I wanted to read about Palin, I came across this posted from Michelle Malkin. The post – “Sarah Palin in Jeans Rocking Out to ‘Redneck Woman’” – includes the following video clip and a little blurb from [...]

[Read more →]

Tomorrow marks one month since my last cigarette. I think I’m okay with that, but the verdict is still out. If only my fucking throat would stop hurting, I’d be a lot happier about quitting.

[Read more →]

This was me about 6 hours ago. Oh God, I’m too fucking old to drink anymore.

[Read more →]

“Must have a car” It’s a great way to limit the lower classes from applying for positions. You know, the lower classes and all the stereotypical shit that goes along with hiring the lower classes (i.e., lower intelligence, lower levels of hygiene, lower education, lower level of Caucasian-ness, etc.). I love it. It’s a nice [...]

[Read more →]

I am so excited to use this! Coffee extract recipe ¼ cup ground rich coffee beans 4 ounces vodka (we used Sobieski) Mix all ingredients in a jar, and macerate for 2 days in a cool place Strain through a wet/mesh coffee filter and store in an airtight jar. Keeps for years. Note: Using different [...]

[Read more →]

So, Libertarian Boyfriend and I have been cooking up a storm lately. It’s partially due to our incredibly tight budget, but mostly due to the fact that the majority of prepared foods are overpriced garbage that you can easily make yourself if you’re willing to put in a tiny bit more work. I’d rather not [...]

[Read more →]