Monthly Archives: February 2008

Ralph Nader Comes Out Swinging!

Don’t call it a (green) comeback, Nader’s been here for years! Ralph Nader has announced his presidential candidacy and has a website where you can learn about what he stands for. Both Senators Clinton and Obama were publicly dismayed by … Continue reading

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Wax Moths and Small Hive Beetles

I inspected our bee hive today and found good things and not-so-good things: The Good: The bees are bringing in pollen and, surprisingly, nectar! They have plenty of honey stores and pollen left from last year on which to feed … Continue reading

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Spring Is Coming

Here in Austin, we’ve had 70 degree weather for a few weeks now, off and on, and it sure has been nice! Our Ambrose bee hive is still alive; I am going to do an inspection today and see if … Continue reading

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Clinton-Obama Debate

I watched some excerpts of the debate last night between Clinton and Obama and had a few thoughts. Senator Clinton spoke about “ending Bush’s tax cuts for the rich” and instead alleviating taxes on the middle class. How many times … Continue reading

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Far From Home

Four straight days of fast-food breakfasts, four days in a hotel, and four days sitting in a training room all day have contributed to my already-strong desire to return home to Austin and my wife! The Pacific Northwest is very … Continue reading

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