Monday, February 13, 2012

Where Are The Sentinels? (A Tribute to Whitney Houston and a Reflection on Untimely Death)

Where are the sentinels as the night grows cold? Where are the sentinels as I now grow old? Why does life’s burden seem much heavier now? No angels to sing, no fans here to bow.

I long for the sentinels sirens’ songs. I search for the sentinels-I searched for so long. The sentinel flees to a faraway place beyond memory, beyond feeling, beyond time, between space. The smooth flawless appearance of the sentinels face.

My halcyon days are far   behind. Who’s left here to guide me? 
Who else can I find?

The hands of the sentinel hold me still, how they bind. As I grope in the darkness for a flash of green light, I grow blind, my eyes dim, I have lost my first sight.

You are gone, I am here. The dark night.  The still fear. The long journey. Sudden flight. Farewell Sentinel, Sentinel, Sentinel from the Light.

Thursday, February 2, 2012

You're Not Just Voting For a Politician-His Wife Gets Your Vote, Too

Buyer beware. At least that's what I would tell devout GOP voters who are desperate to back a candidate who can "beat Obama." It's never a good sign when your political conviction is built on the hope of what someone WILL do as opposed to what they have already done.  It's a worse sign when the potential presidential spouses lack any ability to spruce up their husbands' lackluster performances.

Michelle Obama was a highly visible (and vocal) part of President Obama's campaign. She didn't blend into the background or appear for the customary "happy couple kiss" and then disappear into the background.

Taking a quick, informal, and unauthorized survey of the GOP Candidate Wives, I don't see any of the energy that their husbands are trying to show.


Mitt Romney- I have no idea what his wife's name is. She has 5 children for him. That is all. 0 points.
Newt Gingrich- I can't quite remember his wife's name, but at least she is somewhat visible. She is not embarrassed to stand near her husband, so I'll give her 2 points.
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I know there were some other GOP hopefuls, but I've forgotten who they are. Okay, okay I am being a little bit mischievous. Later on, I will do actual research on their wives and construct a more intelligent blog. But for now, this is just a warning that the days of Jackie O are long over and we need a presidential COUPLE, not just a female fixture. Buyer, you are warned.