]> http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/index.html redwolftimes's Blog en-us © 2008 Greasy.com All rights reserved. Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:09:29 GMT 30 http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/political_landscape_2008.html It is a cool, yet sunny afternoon here on the front porch in northern NY. Armed with hot coffee and my trusty lap top computer I'm ready to tackle another blog entry. This election has had it's share of twists and turns, it's been as friendly as a church social at times and as nasty as bogo sale at a "Krispy Kreme" store. Right now it's coming down to crunch time, and the McCain-Palin ticket is taking on more water then the Titanic. Who'd thought what a difference a month can make?? thats ... Sat, 11 Oct 2008 17:46:44 GMT http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/americans.html I don't claim to know/understand all the problems that are facing this country, maybe I suffer from a "ignorance is bliss" complex. But one thing I think has happened to us as Americans is that we've grown tired, and I believe that is the root to most of whats bothering us as a country. With all that we've gone through as a nation in the last 8 years,the ups and downs..probably more downs then ups. I just hope in our quest for change that we aren't letting ourselves in for a letdown. Becau ... Wed, 8 Oct 2008 21:03:56 GMT http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/pink_ribbon.html The Pink Ribbon November 4, 2007 / by redwolftimes / Edit Post She lay in that hospital bed In the dark of the night Fearing she's lost the battle But not giving up without a fight. She watched her sisters Before her they went away Now she watches her life pass by Hour by hour, day by day. Soon her time would be over She never would admit it, but she knew Her heart was filled with sadness For there was much she wanted to do. She wanted to climb a mountain Just to reach out and touch the sk ... Sun, 5 Oct 2008 19:45:03 GMT http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/cosmic_payback.html Though they were not present in the courtroom you had to believe that there was some sense of joy in the hearts of Ron Goldman & Nicole Browns families. For OJ Simpson was convicted of 13 counts of aggravated robbery/ assault for his part in the theft of a Las Vegas sports memorabilia dealer. For Simpson this should be the end of the line, though his attorney defiantly stated that they will appeal the case. Simpson had the look of a man who knew that his luck had run out, as the last 13 ye ... Sun, 5 Oct 2008 01:22:19 GMT http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/wowhow_lucky_be.html My first response would be to go inside and purchase a lottery ticket!!! LOL Sat, 4 Oct 2008 16:01:05 GMT http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/turning_point_tonight.html I know it sounds a little melodramatic but tonight may just be the turning point to this Presidential election,taking center stage will be Sen. Joe Biden vs Gov. Sarah Palin. In representing their perspective parties each will try to make the case for who should be leading this country for the next 4 years. All I know about Sarah Palin is what I have read or seen on the television, I am impressed with her determination and her drive to succeed, but am skeptical of her level of experience a ... Thu, 2 Oct 2008 20:57:24 GMT http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/coincutter.html Gary was talking about this song the other day on his blog, so just to let you know I remember these guys..shout out to ya dawg!! Red Tue, 30 Sep 2008 22:23:35 GMT http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/avon_needs_you_pt2.html The post that I printed yesterday came out a little too small so I will rewrite the text portion now. The Avon fund raiser is a "Touch of Home" Here is a wonderful opportunity to express your gratitude to our brave service men and women deployed overseas. For only $10.00, you can sponsor an Operation Avon-USO Cares Gift Set, which the USO program, Operation USO Care Package, will deliver to our troops serving abroad. The gift set includes five indispensable toiletry items and can also carr ... Sun, 28 Sep 2008 21:19:27 GMT http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/avon_need_you.html My district manager just sent me an e-mail, usually I read them and then I delete them but this one I have kept. Avon is sponsoring(in conjunction with the USO)a drive to send care packages to our troops overseas. I am posting a copy on this blog with all the information, if more information is needed then contact here at my blog. I feel this is worth my time and effort, not only as a person who supports our troops but also a former serviceman who has served overseas and knows just how mea ... Sat, 27 Sep 2008 17:09:43 GMT http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/reality_political_campaign.html Maybe I have become a tad cynical as I grow older, I would like to be more of an optimist..like my pal Martin but I don't see that happening anytime soon. So I view this current political campaign like I'd view a shooting star, it's here for a moment..you make your wish..and then it's gone. You listen to a candidate, and it doesn't matter which one either..they tell you their version of what they are going to do for this country and the people who live here. Lo and behold your candidate wi ... Sat, 27 Sep 2008 15:49:50 GMT http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/heaven_random_thoughts.html Today it is one of those typical fall days, chilly overcast and a little on the gray side. It is the perfect day to be inside and maybe do a little writing. Whatever your religious belief maybe when we were children we were taught about heaven and of course hell. Heaven was portrayed as a very beautiful place, where everything was perfect and you never wanted for anything. Hell was portrayed as a place you wouldn't wish upon your worst enemy, unless it was that bully that shoved you into t ... Fri, 26 Sep 2008 17:08:14 GMT http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/baseball_classic_sketch.html Some things are timeless, like this sketch. So I salute this baseball season as it draws to a conclusion. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 19:52:34 GMT http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/customer_service_lost_art.html I was out and about the other day, had to mail a package to my sister (one of my faithful AVON customers). As I was waited on I seemed to feel that the person who was assisting me just didn't have their heart into what they were doing. Now I have worked in many jobs that had to do with working with a diversified segment of the public, and I realize that you can have an "off" day every once in a while. But this transcended that level, I was being treated as if I was more of an inconvenience ... Tue, 23 Sep 2008 20:06:58 GMT http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/honor_duty_pt_2.html She would wait each day For the arrival of the mail And each week a letter arrived Coming without fail. At first the letters were light, happy Talking of the care packages being a hit She kept each and every letter In a box with red hearts upon it. But as the year passed The letters became further apart She started to wonder Whether she was still in his heart. His tone grew darker with each letter he sent Soon she became concerned What would he be like When and if he returned. It wasn't un ... Sun, 21 Sep 2008 14:10:12 GMT http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/honor_duty_pt_1.html How much time did they have left Or the pain of separation would they endure Many questions, they could wait Many things of which they were unsure. Soon he'd be leaving Duty called across the sea Fighting for reasons that were unclear to her Going to a place she didn't want him to be. But he had made the decision He had made up his mind And yes it also meant He had to leave her behind. The choice that he had made Did not come to him easily As much as she tried to understand The more confus ... Sat, 20 Sep 2008 15:25:47 GMT http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/me_3.html I will answer to this, then I don't have any plans to discuss it further. It was stated by a blogger here that I tend to be "secretive" when discussing myself, and you know I really can't disagree with that statement. I never have been one to talk about myself, or "air my laundry" in public, and I have reasons for that. There are things about myself and my family that are really no one else's concern. If someone chooses to make their life an open book that to me is their choice, they are t ... Fri, 19 Sep 2008 20:21:09 GMT http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/happykeep_moving.html It's a beautiful, sunny day here in upstate NY..perfect day for being outside. So today I'm feeling really good, and a tad whimsical. So I'm making this my blog entry for today..enjoy!! Wed, 17 Sep 2008 19:42:07 GMT http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/time_place_2.html I stepped out onto the front porch Took a breath of the fall morning air No deadlines, no place I had to be So for awhile I stood there. With my coffee in hand Watching the steam waft toward the sky I felt a sense of fulfillment And it didn't matter how or why. Life at that moment All at once came to a standstill A time that'll never come again And not worrying that it will. I watch the leaves tumble Ever so lightly as they touch the ground Enjoying the morning beauty Reverently without a ... Tue, 16 Sep 2008 20:00:22 GMT http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/time_place.html I stepped out onto the front porch Took a breath of the fall morning air No deadlines, no place I had to be So for awhile I stood there. With my coffee in hand Watching the steam waft toward the sky I felt a sense of fulfillment And it didn't matter how or why. Life at that moment All at once came to a standstill A time that'll never come again And not worrying that it will. I watch the leaves tumble Ever so lightly as they touch the ground Enjoying the morning beauty Reverently without a ... Tue, 16 Sep 2008 19:55:58 GMT http://greasy.com/redwolftimes/death_pays_call.html Just the other night Came a knock upon my door It was Mr Death, and I asked Who are you looking for Please do not take me for a fool For this ploy is not new The person I came for Is of course you. It is now the end The closing of the show So pack your suitcase For it is time to go. Well I said I am not ready To take this trip with you So many things I've left undone Still so much to do. He rolled his eyes And said with a certain flair You think I am interested Do you think I care? Any dee ... Sun, 14 Sep 2008 14:22:20 GMT