Don't Fear the Reaper

Is it me, or is the most annoying thing about the health care debate the irrational fear of a "Death Panel"? It infuriates me that people (viz Sarah Palin and Newt Gingrich) are so irresponsibly trying to equate a productive end of life discussion into some type of death tribunal. I mean come on, Grandma has a better chance of getting run over by a reindeer than being euthanized by a "Death Panel". Frankly, if having "Death Panels" means better planning for end of life care, I am completely pro Death Panel. Yeah Death Panel!!

Sarah Palin and Newt Gingrich, you have watched too much Logan's Run.

Courtroom Sketch Artists

I was watching NewsHour last night and they aired a piece on courtroom sketch artists, you can stream it here.

So I was thinking that this really is an awesome job, it's kind of where law, journalism and art intersect. If only I was a better artist this would be up my alley. I like that essentially you're just an observer on the sidelines who can catch the subtle facial changes and interactions between the parties. Kind of like a courtroom wallflower. I wish options like these came up in high school when I took those career guidance tests. I managed to get the strangest and the most impractical selection of job suggestions. Iron worker, Priest, Accountant, etc... If those jobs were people they would be a motley crew. Not helpful.

And on another note, sketch artist are so underutilized, we should find other ways to use their talents. I think it would be awesome if for a wedding you had one of these sketch artists chronicle your day in addition to a photographer. Or if I was like a promoter or something, I would totally have one of these guys at one of my events. It's such a unique and fascinating aesthetic.

p.s. I LOOOOVE NewsHour.

Thank you David Horowitz

So about 2 weeks ago one of my bosses brought in a Costco sized box of assorted 100 calorie snack packs for the office. About half way through the box we discovered an empty pack, a SEALED empty pack. A paid for SEALED empty pack at that. I could not let this injustice go and promptly wrote a letter to the good people at Nabisco. Well guess what I got in the mail today? That's right people, read it and weep, I got me a coupon good for no less than $4.49 worth of Nabisco goods AND an apology letter reassuring me that this will not happen again. Shout out to David Horowitz, I hope I made you proud.

Another letter may need to go out today though, seeing as how my morning cereal had far less than the 2 scoops or raisins advertised...

Coolest Quarter Evah

Who knew this even existed? I'm totally in favor of having more musicians on money. Wu-Tang Clan on the $2 Bill (you know, a dollar + dollar bill), 50 Cent on a half dollar, and Pink Floyd should definitely be on something.

Rock on U.S. Mint...Rock on

An Open Letter to Peter Frampton

Dear Peter,

First, I hope you do not mind the informality of my calling you simply by your first name. Somehow those blond tresses of yours makes me think calling you Mr. Frampton is just inappropriate. If you take offense, please let me know.

The primary purposes of my writing is to share with you a fantastic idea for the upcoming Halloween Holiday. Halloween being a favorite Holiday of mine, I've already started to think of some great costume ideas. Yes, I do realize it is still mid-summer, but when it comes to Halloween I am a real go-getter. But I digress.

Are you ready for the idea? well picture this...you as a Zombie. Yes, that's right Peter, just like in your 1976 album, you would literally "Come Alive". Yes, yes, I know what you are thinking, brilliant! You can go ahead and thank me by being the best Peter Frampton Zombie you can be. An autographed glossy 8X10 photo of you in your costume may also be nice.

Best,
Sarah

p.s. If you do not celebrate Halloween for sociopolitical reasons, would you mind terribly if I revisited the costume idea upon your passing? I hope that not too morose.

Just 4 more days until vacation, getting so excited. SF, Disneyland, good friends, new hair do!! If you're stuck at home this summer, my condolences.



And another special wish for everyone...



someecards is the best thing evah!!!

Conan the Destroyer (of bad Comedy)

I've always thought that there are 2 kinds of people in this world. People who enjoy Conan O'Brien and people who enjoy Jay Leno. I stand firmly in the O'Brien camp. I don't know if it makes me a snob, but I consider "Jaywalking" an attack on humanity.

Further reading on the subject here. The article makes me think he very much needs one or two female writers on his staff. Talk about a dream job...