I didn’t watch Obama’s speech last night, and from what I’m reading this morning, I’m glad I didn’t waste my time. It appears he said basically nothing, proposed nothing specific, and didn’t give Congress anything at all to work with. From “kinda better than nothing” health care reform to “barely better than nothing” financial reform to a “basically nothing” reform of US energy policy to “staying the course” (if not doubling down) on Afghanistan and whatever the hell it is we’re doing in Iraq these days, Obama has squandered every opportunity to really do something for the people of this country, and to be a real commander-in-chief. When faced with crises, memorable Presidents rise to the occasion. Much like his predecessor, this one hasn’t. I don’t know if he’s trying to play it safe, or if he just doesn’t care. I’d like to see him throw Rahm Emmanuel out on his ass and start over again. Where’s Leo McGarry when you need him?

On the bright side, fisher people in North Carolina caught and killed a record-size (883 pound) Blue Marlin. They look so proud.

June is past the halfway point, yet they’re still playing basketball. Just doesn’t seem right. It’ll all (finally) be over Thursday night as the Lakers and Celtics will battle to see if we can have the most boring 7-game Championship in NBA history. Last night, the Lakers only managed to score 89 points, which turned out to be plenty, since Boston only managed an anemic 67. :yawn: OK, I admit, that’s not fair, since I haven’t watched any of it. I haven’t liked the Lakers since they moved from Minneapolis (which, as that happened before I was born, means forever), and of course I hate the Celtics for the fierce rivalry with the Syracuse Nationals (also mostly before I was born, and certainly before I have any memory of them playing here). I’ve seen interviews with Red Auerbach talking about how much he hated Syracuse and their fans, which I take great pride in.

Our Governor has proposed an early retirement incentive program. If it passes, there’s a possibility that I could retire early. Sadly, the place I work at would have to allow it, since they wouldn’t be able to fill my position if I retire (and they seem to think I’m needed), and, even if they did let me go, I’d take a 42% penalty for not being old enough, on top of only having about 12 years of service, which would only net me about $750 a month. That’s just not gonna cut it – even with a part time job at Home Depot.

So, as usual, it’s off to work I go. Can’t believe it’s only Wednesday. This week is taking forever.