Monthly Archives: September 2011

The Sun Never Says

Even after all this time the sun never says to the earth “You owe me.” Look what happens with a love like that. It lights the Whole Sky. —Hafiz

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Thus Sayeth the Barber…

He gave me a nice haircut. But I could have lived without his wisdom. Said the man with the shears: “I don’t have anything against the Somalis. I just don’t like the way they live.” There does seem to be … Continue reading

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Death to the Uninsured…

… is, apparently, an applause line in Tea Party circles. Witness: The applause was elicited by Ron Paul, who was asked what should be done to help a 30-year-old uninsured person who is injured, in a coma and in need … Continue reading

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