Pictures Of the Class of 1970

Stay out of my business Sam!

Protect me from foreign invaders, build highways and bridges, keep an eye on the food supply, regulate health care if you must, BUT don't even pretend you know anything about what is good for my business. I'm still in business in spite of the government, not because of it. Click on the title above.
"More evidence that those shaping our current economic policy are completely out of touch with the realities of owning and growing a small business."

Cut Taxes, Forget More Stimulus: Malone's Job Fix - ABC News

Cut Taxes, Forget More Stimulus: Malone's Job Fix - ABC News

This is a rather wordy article that actually makes some sense and, my liberal friends, is wasn't written by Fox News.

Health 'Reform' Gets a Failing Grade - WSJ.com

Jeffrey S. Flier: Health 'Reform' Gets a Failing Grade - WSJ.com

This whole health care debate is just a bunch of crazies throwing jabs at each other.
Here's what I think should be done ....... if we want real reform.
Take it all away from business owners. Period. Don't make them do the dirty work and don't tax them if we don't provide insurance!!!!!

Tax every person who has income. The tax may be $300.00 or $500.00 or $800.00 per month.
Limit tort. Everyone makes mistakes, even doctors. Have maximum amount people are allowed to sue.
Let doctors make more money than auto workers. If we want good doctors we will have to pay them.
Let all US citizens go the the doctor with a $50.00 per visit cost.
All else paid for with the tax dollars.
Let it stand on it's own.

This is really over simplified, but I think if we get less people involved in the implementation, it might go better. You tax individuals so they know what it costs. Mose employees have no idea what health insurance costs.

My two cents worth.

UPDATE 1-Ford rises, Chrysler falters in key quality survey | Industries | Consumer Goods & Retail | Reuters

I still am trying to figure out why the US companies can't or won't make reliable cars. At least Ford and Mercury are making an attempt with cars near the top. Glad I drive a Ford and my wife drives a Mercury. I still can't see buying an import, especially when the closest import dealer is 45 miles away from my home. I might be tempted if they were closer.

UPDATE 1-Ford rises, Chrysler falters in key quality survey | Industries | Consumer Goods & Retail | Reuters

Apple Walnut Gorgonzola Rustic Tart Recipe | Simply Recipes

This is a seasonal dish that looks and sounds fantastic. I might try a little soft vanilla ice cream with it.

Apple Walnut Gorgonzola Rustic Tart Recipe | Simply Recipes

Windows 7

Is Microsoft really changing? Sounds like it. We are deciding what to buy right now. I-Mac or a new Windows 7 machine? I-Mac just introduced an upgraded model yesterday. This will be a tough decision. The Mac is a lot more money, but......... Click the title for a link about Windows 7.

Health Care? Who Cares?

The health care argument continues. The bickering continues. On and on and on. I'm almost to the point of who cares.
Being a business owner, who has had to deal with 10% plus increases for the last 10 years and wondering how I will ever be able to keep my employees in insurance, I'm ready for something better. Who know what that is? I don't.
How about we all pay taxes through the nose and let big government just take over. Issue every citizen of the US an i.d. card. We go to the Dr., show the card, get the service, have the Dr. bill us for the balance that big brother doesn't pay and that's it. The individual would be responsible for the balance. Take it completely out of the business owners hands. That would free up some help and save a bunch of paper work.
IS HE CRAZY? You ask? Without a doubt! I"m crazy mad, I'm crazy disappointed, I'm crazy because I'm to the point that I don't know if it's even worth caring anymore. Yes my friends, I'm crazy sad. I'm crazy disillusioned. Wondering why I even try.

Picures of Otis. Lots of them!

Hi everyone from sunny and cool Edgerton Ohio.
Erica and Steve finally found a smidgen of time to upload the many pictures they have been taking of Otis. With a new baby, time is at a premium and I'm really glad they carved out a bit to share with us. Thanks Erica and Steve.
Diana spoke with Erica last night and all are doing well. Otis had a good weight gain last week and is eating more than before (as expected). He no longer hates his baths; that is a good thing! For the 1st four weeks or so he screamed like crazy whenever he had a bath. We don't know why he had the change in attitude, but they are thankful he did. Otis is also starting to sleep longer now, so the parents are too.
It's wonderful being the Grand Parent of the cutest baby the family has seen in 56 years, 11 months. I just hope he grows up to be as modest as I am.

Just click on the title above to see all the pictures.

Can Bill Gates stop hurricanes?

Can Bill Gates Stop Hurricanes???? Many think of him as a god, but let's face it, he is not. It sounds like a good idea but..............
Check your the link.