In the News
Today I wanted to write something inspiring or poignant or brilliant. But nothing came to me. I have misplaced my list of potential blogging topics so I am sort of stuck. Let’s talk about current events shall we?
I live in a state where gas stations have little or no gas. Last Friday when I went to Kroger gas was unavailable. That is unheard of! I hightailed it to the QT and filled up because I knew a shortage was coming. The current situation is reminiscent of the seventies. Our gas prices are the second highest in the country and some people are waiting for 45 minutes or longer for gas. Fights are breaking out at the gas pumps. Cars are running out of gas waiting in line for the pump or when driving around town searching for gas. Georgia is not the only state in this predicament - Tennessee, Florida, North Carolina and South Carolina are all experiencing similar shortages. Although our pipeline was not directly impacted by the recent storms, the refineries are not back to normal production levels. Which has translated into shortages and gas prices of $4.49/gallon. Apparently the Feds have some plans to remedy the situation. We shall see.
The Presidential debates are Friday. Although there has been talk of postponing the debates, I personally want to hear from both candidates to see what their plans are for the future. We are 40 days from the election and to make an educated decision we need to hear from the candidates.
******************************************************************************************
In other news. One of my favorite television shows premiered last night, Criminal Minds. It is simply amazing! It follows a group of FBI behavioral scientists – profilers -as they solve crimes all across the country. I usually DVR this show and watch Grey’s Anatomy. If the rest of the season is filled with the thrills and heart stopping moments of the premiere, I may have to switch that around. The actors, dialogue and story lines make this show a hit. And I can't forget the eye candy - Shemar Moore. Seeing him every week is enough to keep my attention!
If you have never watched this show look for it next week on CBS and let me know what you think.
I live in a state where gas stations have little or no gas. Last Friday when I went to Kroger gas was unavailable. That is unheard of! I hightailed it to the QT and filled up because I knew a shortage was coming. The current situation is reminiscent of the seventies. Our gas prices are the second highest in the country and some people are waiting for 45 minutes or longer for gas. Fights are breaking out at the gas pumps. Cars are running out of gas waiting in line for the pump or when driving around town searching for gas. Georgia is not the only state in this predicament - Tennessee, Florida, North Carolina and South Carolina are all experiencing similar shortages. Although our pipeline was not directly impacted by the recent storms, the refineries are not back to normal production levels. Which has translated into shortages and gas prices of $4.49/gallon. Apparently the Feds have some plans to remedy the situation. We shall see.
The Presidential debates are Friday. Although there has been talk of postponing the debates, I personally want to hear from both candidates to see what their plans are for the future. We are 40 days from the election and to make an educated decision we need to hear from the candidates.
******************************************************************************************
In other news. One of my favorite television shows premiered last night, Criminal Minds. It is simply amazing! It follows a group of FBI behavioral scientists – profilers -as they solve crimes all across the country. I usually DVR this show and watch Grey’s Anatomy. If the rest of the season is filled with the thrills and heart stopping moments of the premiere, I may have to switch that around. The actors, dialogue and story lines make this show a hit. And I can't forget the eye candy - Shemar Moore. Seeing him every week is enough to keep my attention!
If you have never watched this show look for it next week on CBS and let me know what you think.
Comments
I've never watched Criminal Minds... I am super excited for the premier of The Office tonight! Oh how I've missed Jim and Pam!
Geez, I hope things get better for you. Ours is a whole dollar less, and even at that, it's still hurting my pocket!
Some parts of Texas are in gas shortage, too. Here in NM we aren't seeing it, thankfully, but my inlaws nearly got stuck in Dallas on a long trip. They got up at 5:30 in the morning so they could get gas & get back on the road. Kind of crazy.
Oh, btw, this Shemar Moore is hot..so now I am going to have to watch the show!
I really hope they don't cancel the presidential debate. Not that I need any convincing since I've already decided who I'm voting for, but I think America needs to hear from the men who want to lead our country.
My mom and dad, who lived through the depression, always told me I wouldn't want to live through times like those. My generation laughed and said 'too many checks and balances for that to ever happen again!'. So much for checks and balances.
As to debates...Little Dude and I are watching because I want him to get a good idea of what it takes to run for office. I want him to understand the issues and learn to parse what he hears into meaningful information.
Now, Criminal Minds. What a great episode! Even LD stayed up to watch (this is the first time he's been interested). While I heard a gasp from him when Derek was driving into Central Park. I reassured LD that Derek was still alive...he had to be! And he was. Mostly, I love how he and Penelope play off each other. It's the sweetest thing!
Da Goddess
And funny on Shemar Mooore. I loved CM for the first season or two (Mandy Patinkin I LOVE- and he sang the song that inspired my blog name..anyway) but then the shows got so 'drama-ish', We did record the premier, probably watch it tonight while folding laundry!
Wow @ the gas situation! We haven't gotten there yet in my area. It only gets crazy when one station has gas for very cheap and everyone is fighting to get their share.
And yes, Shemar is very yummy =)
Regarding the debates. Frankly, I would much rather see the two candidates, both of whom are still supposedly serving their elected terms, get back to work and figure these crises out. I am very interested to see how they ACTUALLY handle this situation rather than just talking about what they MIGHT do.
I haven't watched Criminal Minds I will have to add it to my 20 hrs a week of TV (not kidding)
I sure hope a new president will be able to make the changes this country so desperately needs...it's getting ugly out there lately!
That premiere was really good too! I loved that dialogue right after the ambulance blew up!
" >> you are my God-given solace. Never stop talking to me.
>>I can't talk to you right now, I'm too mad.
>> That's okay. I'll wait."
loved it!!
i was so ill last night that i went to bed at 8pm! drag. but the worst part... i forgot to dvr criminal minds. bigger drag.
I wanted to thank you for stopping by on the layover from BATW. What fun seeing so many amazing women and the bootie cakes are so wonderful.
McCain needs to definitely show up for this debate because he's been making a bunch of jerky statements. I wish he would come on a say what he has to say because he can't do anything for the country's economy at 9:00pm tonight. Nobody's gonna be open for business on Friday night 9:00. So get to debatin'
He has such good dialogue with the girl, I would hate to see him go.
seems like we might be heading towards some kinds gas shortage as well. nearly every station has a plastic bag over the pump... as in: "empty".
and my goodness. why are folks breaking out fighting at the pump? lol! so much frustration and tension. just breeeaaathe people.
I've never watched Criminal Minds, but I love Grey's Anatomy. I haven't watched the first one yet, but it's still on my DVR.