Potomac Fever

Seen on a recent morning walk in Arlington, Virginia: ...the taxi to nowhere, in the lot next to the Red Top Cab garage; it's a Checker, the manufacturer of which has a very interesting history  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Checker_Taxi ...Thanksgiving pies, at LeoNora Bakery  http://www.leonorabakery.com/www.leonorabakery.com/HOME.html

Some colored spot lights blasted through plants on to a lit white wall at night

A few years ago, my polling place moved from the Arlington Central Library to the sleek new law school campus of George Mason University. With the mid-term elections looming, many of the law makers will be up for a vote.  One can only hope that people will get out and vote, and not simply to "throw the bums out." Voters, it's an easy political strategy to say no to everything, more difficult to take action and govern.  Don't accept vague generalities:  "I have a 5-point plan."  What is it?  "I will replace Obamacare."  With what? Politicians:  don't run away from your party or its positions.  Don't hide.  That won't save you.  Defend your votes, vigorously!  The public likes a fighter!  Let's hope Tuesday is not an open and shut case, but a long and interesting night of election returns!