1 Is it hyperbole to remind people that historically, democracies have a life span and we’ve exceeded the average? (Note to self: must buy stock in liquor companies ‘cause it’s gonn’a be a LONG 4/8 yrs.)

2 I thought this was interesting, and thought you might, too: http://www.zombietime.com/lefts_big_blunder/

3 I'm just hoping the silent majority – you know, the ones who have a head on their shoulders and understand what this country is about – rise up and vote for McCain. I'm thinking it's time to get my husband his gun, concealed carry permit, and stock up on ammo. I have my trusty shotgun, which also needs ammo. Sort of off-topic, will you be going to the Tacoma SpouseBuzz, too? 'Cause my husband (Sig) and I will be there!

4 That's what I'm talking about. I feel like we are swimming upstream in jello and the world I am leaving to my children and grandchildren (and that new baby of yours!) is so unlike the one I've lived in. I am so sad for that, you cannot imagine how it makes me feel that my generation has failed. We hear a lot about the Nazi's but there were and are, and will be many forms of fascism. Last night we were cheered by John McCain's coming alive, but with all that my husband just kept saying about Obama, Mussolini, Mussolini. Look him up. He was voted in, didn't get in with a Putz like Hitler or Stalin. We are in scary times. But the Anchoress cheers me. She has a good spirit , I wish I did. PS One of my kids and his family live in San Antonio.

5 Enjoy your time in TX! Wish I were going to be there!! Call me if you want/need. I think the phone conference w/AWTM and me is a good idea still.

6 Emily, Thanks for the zombietime article. It's given a lot to think about until Sarah posts from San Antonio (I can't wait!), and its lessons will remain relevant long after the election is over.

7 I've said it before: Once the gummint starts to bribe the citizenry with their own money, and the citizenry is either too lazy or too stupid to care or realize it we, as a republic, are doomed. we are so doomed.

8 Deltasierra: I'll be there.