There’s lots to write about today, but I am dog tired. I’ve been working pretty much non-stop since I got up this morning on Washington Monthly-related tasks. Part of that was accepting an official full-time position with benefits and a healthy raise. So, don’t think I am complaining. I’m feeling quite happy and relieved, actually.
But, I don’t have much left in the tank right now, and part of why I worked so hard this morning is so I could devote my full attention to Finn this evening and make sure he has the awesomest Halloween ever.
I’m officially off this weekend, meaning that I am not blogging for WaMo and can pretty much blow off the whole political scene if I want to. But I will be working on my final Senate projections, which I will publish no later than Monday.
When I was a kid, I associated Blue Oyster Cult’s Don’t Fear the Reaper with the original movie Halloween, a movie that I found terrifying. I guess I still make the association.
Happy tricks and treats.
CONGRATS, BooMan!
Well, well, deserved!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Take a break.
You gave us enough of a scare a little while ago.
Thank you.
I’m feeling much better now.
“I think I’ll go for a walk.”
Long overdue recognition for your talent and work ethic. Congratulations.
Nice Prine reference.
Finny and his helpers getting ready for Halloween.
His telephone pole is being manufactured now.
I feel an overwhelming urge to throw peas at him.
Why couldn’t I think of such a good idea?
Happy Halloween and congratulations. KId looks extremely menacing, felt glad for a moment there not to be a vegetable.
I disagree with you about a number of things but I come here for the community of commenters. That said if you were to shut this place own so you don’t overwork and go to WaMo I understand and wish you the best.
I’ve been waiting for this other shoe to drop. Congratulations, BooMan.
Congratulations on the full time gig! You deserve it.
Congratulations. It couldn’t happen to a more deserving person.
Congratulations, BooMan! Wonderful news!
Congrats on new gig!
In my ‘hood, ya know it’s Halloween when you hear Thriller or some version of it at least 3x or more! I swear, I heard Thriller on the radio when I went in to work and when I left. Have you tried NOT to do the Thriller dance when the song comes on? Shoot, I was driving with one hand, dancing with the other…lol
I mean, I didn’t learn the whole dance as a teenager just to not perform it cause I’m driving 😉
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOnqjkJTMaA
Boo…Great News! You’re a good man. Glad for your family.
I posted that before I saw the picture of Finn. One can tell he’s smart as a whip like his Dad (and Mom).
God Bless you and your family.
congrats, Booman, on your full time gig. Wonderful news!
Will add my congrats to the chorus here.
Must read at The Nation Mitch McConnell’s Freighted Ties to a Shadowy Shipping Company.
Chao Family (Mitch’s in-laws and the source of his wealth) shipping vessels are 1) built mostly in China and 2) are mostly flagged in Liberian (an omission wrt to the US Ebola index case from Liberia) and 3) Foremost ships routinely transport coal from ports in Australia and Colombia, countries with cheap coal, for export to Asia and Europe. Would more digging have uncovered that some of the cheap coal makes its way to the US? Maybe not, but the US imports coal from Colombia; so, somebody’s ships are bringing it here. And:
The following, which I’ve known for some time, has always raised red flags for me, but apparently not for anyone else:
Great achievement, one well deserved after all of these years editing the Tribune.
Congratulations. You definitely deserve it.
Congratulations! Definitely a treat to hear your good news.
Congratulations! Super happy for you. Best of luck with your new position!