Monthly Archives: July 2011

A Year of Blogging

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Myra

On June 26th, just over a year ago, I published my first blog. The idea was to “write life.” The first entry was inspired by the frustration of mastering website technology. It was short and passionate, as the best ones … Continue reading →

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Bloodsuckers

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Myra

The Republicans vow never to give anything away, except, of course, to the already wealthy. They demand an ever-shrinking government. How will they diminish the varmint? Eliminate taxes on the rich and on corporations, for a start, and protect the … Continue reading →

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Up Above the Clouds

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Myra

Monteverde is one of the most popular destinations in Costa Rica. Good, albeit expensive restaurants abound; there are lots of folksy artisan emporiums for shoppers; and for the adventurous and athletic there are zip-lines, suspension bridges, sky-trams and horseback riding.  … Continue reading →

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Reefer Renaissance?

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Myra

Hurray Barney Frank, and (though I never thought I’d say this) Hurray Ron Paul. Why? Because they, along with some other legislators, have introduced a bill, HR 2306, entitled, Ending Federal Marijuana Prohibition Act of 2011. This crazy coalition, I … Continue reading →

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