Monthly Archives: December 2004

We’re Back

Posted on 12/29/2004 by Terrance

Just touched down in DC an hour ago, and got home 30 minutes ago. As for the flight, Parker screamed all the way through take-off, slept most of the flight, then woke up and screamed all the way through the … Continue reading →

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MLK and Gays

Posted on 12/28/2004 by Terrance

I haven’t had much to say about the anti-gay marriage march in Atlanta, led by Bernice King, daughter of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. I guess that’s because I wasn’t shocked or surprised by it. After 35 years of living … Continue reading →

Posted in Current Events, Gay Rights, Race | 4 Comments

FMA DOA?

Posted on 12/27/2004 by Terrance

For now, it appears to be. Opponents of gay marriage concede victory will not be swift in their attempt to amend the U.S. Constitution, even after prevailing in all 11 states where the issue was on the ballot last month. … Continue reading →

Posted in Current Events, Gay Rights, Politics | 3 Comments

Like They Do On the Discovery Channel

Posted on 12/27/2004 by Terrance

This gave me a chuckle first thing this morning, and I’ve been meaning to share it all day: there are gay penguins in Japan. A research group led by Keisuke Ueda, professor of behavioral ecology at Rikkyo University in Tokyo, … Continue reading →

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Little Man in Charge

Posted on 12/27/2004 by Terrance

I suppose I should have realized it when I was handed that tiny little bundle in the hospital: I’m not in charge anymore. The process of Parker’s personality unfolding continues to confound and amaze. What’s been most striking lately is … Continue reading →

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Gimme A Beat

Posted on 12/26/2004 by Terrance

Thanks to Lane, I’ve got a got an iTunes gift certificate to feed my—as Lane calls it—new “Apple crack habit.” However, while persuing iTunes, I took a look at their top 100 songs and albums of the year. I didn’t … Continue reading →

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Close To Home

Posted on 12/25/2004 by Terrance

I’m here in Michigan, in a pretty “red” part of the state. As we’ve driven back and forth from the hotel to the homes of the hubby’s various family members, we’ve listened to the radio. Between versions of “O Holy … Continue reading →

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Leaving the Window(s) Open

Posted on 12/25/2004 by Terrance

OK. I did just get an iPod, and at the moment I’m writing this entry on the iBook that my employer bought for me to use (justifiable because I am doing some work while I’m here). Still, classify myself as … Continue reading →

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Holiday Pictures

Posted on 12/25/2004 by Terrance

Parker playing with the new toys he got for the holidays.

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Have a Happy

Posted on 12/25/2004 by Terrance

Whatever it is you celebrate, have a good one. The hubby’s family, here in Mighigan, has a tradition of exchanging opening their gifts on the night of the 24th. So, last night wrapping paper was flying everywhere. Today, there will … Continue reading →

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Xmas List

Posted on 12/23/2004 by Terrance

Thought you were done with your holiday shopping? Not so, if you read this post from Juan Cole. But before you read it, sit down and take a deep breath, because it’s probably going to make you a little mad. … Continue reading →

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Coming Around Again

Posted on 12/23/2004 by Terrance

This really doesn’t surprise me too much. The old communications director from my days at HRC is coming back on board there, in some capacity or another. “David Smith, Kennedy’s communications director for the past 15 months, is leaving to … Continue reading →

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We’re There

Posted on 12/23/2004 by Terrance

Well, it has finally come to pass. On this flight we became “Those People with the Screaming Kid.” It wasn’t our fault, really. It started in the airport. Our flight was late. We held Parker in our laps, after getting … Continue reading →

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Blogging Light. In Flight.

Posted on 12/23/2004 by Terrance

I’m about to get on a plane with a two-year-old, and I’m headed north for the winter. Posting will be light to non-existant for much of the rest of the day, as we’re headed for parts north—michigan, to be exact—to … Continue reading →

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Person of the Year?

Posted on 12/23/2004 by Terrance

A mother whose son was killed in Iraq has her say on Time’s choice for “person of the year.” It’s so on point, I’m just going to post the whole thing without further comment Dear Time Editors: My son, Spc. … Continue reading →

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