Yet another downside to the tattoo craze (is it dying out yet? I hope so).
If you have tattoos...
AND you are asked to be in a wedding party..
PLEASE, do not go with the strapless dress.
Seeing the hearts, Celtic designs and other nonsense spread across your arms, shoulders, neck, etc. is not pleasant. We are not impressed with your toughness. We don't get the message, whatever it is you are trying to say.
What's that? It was a private tattoo? Then KEEP IT THAT WAY. Cover it up!
Sunday, May 27, 2007
Monday, May 21, 2007
Cutty Sark - Clipper Queen
Early Monday morning a fire ravaged the Cutty Sark, the first ship to be preserved in dry dock from the great British Maritime heritage. My father is a huge fan of the ship, once owning several models. I myself visited the ship at the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich in 1991 on my honeymoon. It was a beautiful ship, very sleek, truly one of a kind. Police are investigating arson. A little piece of history has disappeared. They may rebuild her, but it will not be quite the same. I hope they catch the yobs that did this.
Friday, May 18, 2007
Second Sign of the Apocalypse
A Manitoba Indian Chief is calling for more rail blockades this summer, up to a month long. Apparently he is not happy with CN filing a lawsuit against the Mohawks in Deseronto (see earlier post).
"... There are only two ways of dealing with the white man. One, either you pick up a gun, or you stand between the white man and his money," said Terry Nelson of the Roseau River First Nation. Someone has also posted a video on YouTube, on how to go about blocking a rail line (hint: wear gloves).
"... There are only two ways of dealing with the white man. One, either you pick up a gun, or you stand between the white man and his money," said Terry Nelson of the Roseau River First Nation. Someone has also posted a video on YouTube, on how to go about blocking a rail line (hint: wear gloves).
Reacting in Ottawa, Indian Affairs Minister Jim Prentice said rail blockades are illegal, would be counterproductive and squander goodwill with non-native Canadians.
"I continue to say blockades are not acceptable or necessary because we are making progress on land claims disputes," he said. "I am fearful someone will be hurt. I call on all chiefs, the national chief in particular, to ensure that does not happen."
All true. Indians/Natives/First Nations had better be careful. By calling for arms against the "white man", they may just get what they are asking for eventually. They want to be nations? Nations have a way of settling disputes when diplomacy and negotiation fail.One Sign of the Apocalypse
The Alberta Court of Appeal has decided that photographs on a driver's license is an infringement of the religious freedoms guaranteed under the Charter of Rights. The case was brought by the Wilson Colony Hutterites, who believe that having their photograph taken is a sin.
This is nuts. What else do you expect from a Charter case?
A driver's license is not a mandatory requirement that can infringe on your rights. You want to drive, you have to play by the rules. And the rules are there, clearly stated. You can choose to comply, or you can go without a driver's license. Effectively, driving is now considered a right, instead of a privilege.
If not having anyone in the Colony with a driver's license is a problem, then I guess you have to find some other way to get around. Maybe hire someone who does have a license?!?!
What's next? They have to attend some convention of Hutterites outside the country? Will they demand photo-less passports? Good luck getting the Americans to accept that!
This is nuts. What else do you expect from a Charter case?
A driver's license is not a mandatory requirement that can infringe on your rights. You want to drive, you have to play by the rules. And the rules are there, clearly stated. You can choose to comply, or you can go without a driver's license. Effectively, driving is now considered a right, instead of a privilege.
If not having anyone in the Colony with a driver's license is a problem, then I guess you have to find some other way to get around. Maybe hire someone who does have a license?!?!
What's next? They have to attend some convention of Hutterites outside the country? Will they demand photo-less passports? Good luck getting the Americans to accept that!
Wednesday, May 9, 2007
It’s About Time
The CBC is reporting that CN Rail has filed a lawsuit against the Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory band council and other individuals involved in the protest near Deseronto, Ont. CN claims that the blockade of rail traffic disrupted $100M of goods being transported. Rail passengers had to be shifted to buses to get around the blockade.
At least some action is being taken. By resorting to the courts, CN is attempting to hold people accountable for their actions. Since the police and Federal Government seem unwilling to move quickly against illegal protests (the dispute at Caledonia, Ont. has been ongoing for more than a year, despite court orders), perhaps lawsuits will succeed where the rule of law is failing.
By not enforcing court orders, governments and police are empowering native protesters to be even bolder in the future, without fear of retribution. By selectively enforcing laws, the rights and freedoms of all citizens are diminished. Kudos to CN Rail for doing their part. If only the Government would do theirs.
At least some action is being taken. By resorting to the courts, CN is attempting to hold people accountable for their actions. Since the police and Federal Government seem unwilling to move quickly against illegal protests (the dispute at Caledonia, Ont. has been ongoing for more than a year, despite court orders), perhaps lawsuits will succeed where the rule of law is failing.
By not enforcing court orders, governments and police are empowering native protesters to be even bolder in the future, without fear of retribution. By selectively enforcing laws, the rights and freedoms of all citizens are diminished. Kudos to CN Rail for doing their part. If only the Government would do theirs.
Monday, May 7, 2007
A Little Sense, please
Why do some companies not get it? I am buying something online tonight, and when they ask for my credit card and expiry date, the drop down list STARTS at 2001 !?!?!! Have they not looked at their web site in 5 years or so? Would the system accept a credit card that has been expired for 5 years? (It would be an interesting test - would the website catch on entry, or pass it to the bank?)
Do not underestimate the power of a good Quality Assurance person!
Do not underestimate the power of a good Quality Assurance person!
Saturday, May 5, 2007
This is so wrong
The Queen of the North is a BC Ferry that sank on March 22, 2006. The Globe and Mail is reporting that three crewmen, who refused to talk about the final 14 minutes of the journey, have been fired for failing to keep a proper lookout.
Their union now says it will grieve the dismissals.
Fail to do your job properly. Ram your ship into an island, sink it while killing two people. Refuse to talk to your employer or the Transportation Safety Board about what happened.
And the union defends this??? What the hell?
The union can grieve the dismissals. The families are still grieving as well. Shame to the BC Ferry and Marine Workers' Union.
Their union now says it will grieve the dismissals.
Fail to do your job properly. Ram your ship into an island, sink it while killing two people. Refuse to talk to your employer or the Transportation Safety Board about what happened.
And the union defends this??? What the hell?
The union can grieve the dismissals. The families are still grieving as well. Shame to the BC Ferry and Marine Workers' Union.
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