Ever since the Abu-Graib incident, I've been watching how our government is handling the whole issue of how we treat prisoners in this "war on terror." And I am starting to get very, very angry.

The last few days has seen a lot of activity about issues relating to Guantanimo. The Daily Kos, as usual, has some very nice coverage of it, particularly of the remarks by Senator Durbin, where he denounces the governments treatment of prisoners there. It's an important read.

Here is a great video about the Michael Jackson verdict with Jon Stewart at his best. (From BoingBoing)

Excuse the self-indulgent (as my ex described blogging in general) whining and complaining. A more substantial post is to follow.

I HATE MOVING. Not only is it an incredible amount of physical work, just to move stuff around, organize, pack, etc., but I am incredibly allergic to dust! And since I am kicking up loads and loads of dust (especially in the basement,) I am constantly sneezing, and my eyes are dripping and ... (never mind the rest.)

I imagine some of you reading this blog know me well, and know all about my previous lives. I also imagine some of you who read this blog have absolutely no idea (or not much) since I haven't talked really at all about them.