zRants

Fix the problem, not the blame. “Getting it done” is a good goal to strive for. I don’t think you will find many people who disagree on the goals outlined by the candidates - fixing the economy, ending US dependence on foreign energy resources, or mending relationships abroad. The question is not “what is the goal” the question that no one is answering is “how do we get it done?” Hopefully the campaign will get off the blame game and get onto some real solutions before long.
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(Thanks for all your kind comments. Here is the latest from Maria who is up around Ukiah…)

Dear Maude and All,

Thank you for your notes! It is scary at times - BUT we all can do much good here because so much is what they call “hand work”. Also they want us to get each of our homesteads fire safe. The fire so far has been slow moving. Coming closer but not that fast. I just inspected the new fire break that was cut today by CalFire and two convict crews - can you imagine that, “con-crews”. It is right below and slightly to the east of our house which is disappointing, was hoping they would take a stand closer to the fire and further away from our houses. We ended up just outside the border where they are hoping to take yet another stand if the fire breaches the fire break again. (more…)