Finally, the City and County of San Francisco sent me a check for $480! This is a refund of the money I paid for ‘allegedly’ running a red light. I went to court, bravely, to fight the charge and walked…
Thoughts on the Election Losses from an Ex-Republican
I have no qualms stating that I used to be a Republican—even though I’m decidedly pro-choice, pro-affirmative action, went to one of the most liberal universities in the country, and live in a very liberal locale. I was proud to…
Kid$$$
I don’t have kids of my own so I don’t know how expensive they can be. Yeah, I hear about these costs: nannies, day care, diapers, strollers. But I don’t really understand the big picture and probably never will until…
Election Day Pictures
A few pictures from election day – November 6, 2012. This is my polling station, the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Alameda. I love voting a block away from where I grew up so I’ve never changed my permanent address…
Fashion Friday: A Kid at Heart
I force myself to be a light packer which is the complete opposite of Dean. Whenever we’re done packing, he’ll still have a small pile of toiletries or socks set aside and I know I’ll need to put them in…
Let’s Go Giants
The post-season was incredibly exhausting when your two local teams are both in it. Yes, I was rooting for both the Oakland A’s and the SF Giants. I can’t fully comprehend why people question my dual allegiance. I mean, cmon…
Talent Inequality
The other night, we watched a friend of ours perform at a theater that was two blocks away from where we live. Had never heard of the Virago theater which is located next to Ruby Skye. We even passed right…
Unfortune 500
You know how they have the Fortune 500? They should have a list that they call the Unfortune 500 for the top worst companies in the nation. At the top of the list? Kaiser Permaneglecte I know I continue to…
Money Monday: You Are Being Deceived
The day before the 4th of July holiday, I went to court and my $480 red light ticket citation was dismissed because the officer was a no-show. I was told in court that my refund check would be mailed to…
Why I Am Voting for Obama
I am an independent voter and an independent thinker. I do not align myself with any party and hence do not vote along party lines. For many years, I was a registered Republican. I have never been a Democrat. I…