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Thursday, May 15th, 2008
Why does a march against gangs happen on Father’s Day? How about honoring Dad instead? . . . TwitterLocal is pretty kewl. Here is the feed for Millville and 20 miles out . . . I am getting old. My students had physical education today. Whilst picking them up, I took a couple swings with the “Nerf” covered bat. I swung so hard on the second pitch I hurt my wrist. Even so, the ball slammed off the far wall. My students were impressed. 
I’ll pay for this for a few days, I am sure . . . Haven’t been watching The Factor much recently. The more air time Dick Morris gets, the less I am inclined to tune in. He’s been wrong with his analysis throughout the campaign. Why does this john still get a platform? . . . Not that I am following this at all, but the headline caught my attention. “Because of this case, I have been financially crippled,” McGreevey told the judge. Oh please. The divorce hasn’t harmed you, your corrupt nature has affected your earning power. I am fine him not paying his wife millions. She seems to want servants, helicopters, and the like. But “the Gay American” should be forced to pay a certain percentage of his income, just in case he is not playing it straight in the trial. History says it’s a fair bet he isn’t . . . Hey, Sen. Obama, I understand your use of sweetie. I use sweetheart several times a day. Of course, I say it to nine- and ten-year old students . . . Just in case anyone thought government does not overstep its purview, check out what New Jersey is pushing through the legislature. Citizens apparently no longer have the right to not purchase health insurance . . . Oh, I can’t believe suing is going to help Carla Katz with the union . . . I have to say I agree that the NJ DOE should seek to recoup squandered tax dollars from school districts who misused the funds . . . FWIW, playoff hockey is exciting . . . Forget closing the state parks. I just found $143 million to cut from NJ’s budget. This money comes with no strings attached. I thought Corzine got rid of the Christmas tree fund. I guess not. Really, Garden State voters: how long are you going to vote for corruption? . . .
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Monday, April 28th, 2008
Today Fritz took his first steps. Gert picked him up and while she was getting things ready he took three or four steps toward her.
That’s my boy!
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Saturday, December 8th, 2007
. . . is cradling your daughter at 2:00 a.m. after she vomited everywhere knowing that your trip to NYC is not going to happen. I love you, Beetle.
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Tuesday, November 6th, 2007
Yes, today is Election Day and again I was on top of the world. What a wonderful day!
In the eCache household, we celebrate Election Day. It is so important and we relish participating in the democratic process. What a positive symbol of our nation.
From the moment I wake through the rest of the day, I am on cloud nine. I understand most do not share my joy. Despite the downpour this morning, I was smiling ear-to-ear.
I wore my new patriotic bow tie. I had kept forgetting to order it last year for Flag Day, but I had it for today and perhaps I’ll break it out again on Veterans Day (although I’ll be out geocaching).
As promised, I voted a resounding No on all four ballot questions. I took Fritz in with me and as Beetle finished pushing the Cast Vote button for Gert, she came into my booth to do the same. We passed on voting for a state senator. Neither Sen. Asselta nor Assemblyman Van Drew is worthy of a vote. I voted for Donohue and Clark for Assembly and Grucio (my boss) and Roberts for freeholders.
As we entered, the election officers recognized us and commented on how our children are growing. Neither has missed an election yet. We posed for our photograph as we always do afterwards. The polling place was relatively busy when we went and it was not convenient to get the booths in the shot. The library at the school has been re-arranged and a bookshelf is now in the way when there is a line. Our neighbors and friends were all about. We love living where we do.
Happy Election Day, everyone!
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Wednesday, October 31st, 2007
Yes, I am biased, but Cinderella was the cutest trick-or-treater out on Halloween.
Fritz missed the festivities as he was at the doctor’s office being diagnosed with an ear infection. Gert held his hand as Beetle and I hit the welfare trail in search of sugar.
As the sun set and the scary houses broke out the coffins, werewolves, and other creatures of the night, Little One turned to me and said, “I don’t want to be scared, Daddy.” Precious.
We all met up for the annual spooky dinner at a friend’s house. Good times!
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