http://unparty.gather.com Recent Articles on Gather by The UnParty en-us Copyright Gather Inc 2009 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 07:30:44 GMT 2010-01-06T07:30:44Z en-us Copyright Gather Inc 2009 http://www.gather.com/images/header/logo_gather.gif http://www.gather.com/ http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977978712&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Currently the ‘ House of Night ’ vampire series, written by P.C. Cast and her daughter Kristen Cast, is being pushed (by the publisher I’m sure) to be the heir apparent to Stephenie . . . Wed, 06 Jan 2010 01:26:59 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977978712&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace La Lady Lisa Westerfield 2010-01-06T01:26:59Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977974618&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace President Obama came into office with the promise of fundamentally changing the country.  Some say he has gone to far, others say he hasn't gone far enough.  However, there is one change, that . . . Sun, 03 Jan 2010 22:04:05 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977974618&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Poliwonk USA 2010-01-03T22:04:05Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977970647&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace As we ring in the new year and a new decade, it is often beneficial to look back at the past year/decade to learn from it. This way you can create a brighter future. Fox News did a poll on the . . . Thu, 31 Dec 2009 20:46:49 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977970647&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Poliwonk USA 2009-12-31T20:46:49Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977967873&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Given the latest airplane terrorist attempt, there is a new call for more Walk-Through Scanners in airports.  Many object to them, because they are a little too accurate in showing what is under . . . Tue, 29 Dec 2009 23:28:54 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977967873&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Poliwonk USA 2009-12-29T23:28:54Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977964400&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Bruised by the health care debate and worried about what 2010 will bring, moderate Senate Democrats, such as Mary Landriey and Ben Nelson, are urging the White House to give up now on any effort to pass . . . Sun, 27 Dec 2009 14:27:52 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977964400&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Poliwonk USA 2009-12-27T14:27:52Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977959402&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Republican efforts to interview a former top aide to Michelle Obama in the controversial case of a fired inspector general have been stymied by the White House, the top Republican looking into the case . . . Tue, 22 Dec 2009 23:04:11 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977959402&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Poliwonk USA 2009-12-22T23:04:11Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977957658&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace With todays 1:00 AM Vote for cloture in the U.S. Senate, we move ever so closer to passing a health care bill.  Now, almost every piece of legislation has some sort of deal making and compromise.  . . . Mon, 21 Dec 2009 22:26:56 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977957658&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Poliwonk USA 2009-12-21T22:26:56Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977947114&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace President Obama gave himself a B+ today.  Amidst a struggling economy, indecision whether health care will pass by year end, a fractured Democratic Party, and what appears to be a handing of the . . . Mon, 14 Dec 2009 23:01:59 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977947114&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Poliwonk USA 2009-12-14T23:01:59Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977942950&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace I got this via Email and just had to share it.  I am so amazed at the level of arrgance of this administration.  Have they no shame?   Written  by Dr. Paul L. Williams "In my . . . Fri, 11 Dec 2009 19:32:36 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977942950&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Poliwonk USA 2009-12-11T19:32:36Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977941676&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Yes, I have confessed that I was one of Tiger Wood’s mistresses, but alas, that is a lie.  I do think he is as cute as a button and find it sad to discover that he has had more mistresses . . . Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:49:23 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977941676&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace La Lady Lisa Westerfield 2009-12-11T00:49:23Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977937436&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace With all of the hustle an bustle of the Chrsitmas Shopping season, it is easy to lose perspective on the holiday.  Even though I posted this last Christmas, I would like everyone to read and reflect . . . Tue, 08 Dec 2009 19:18:46 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977937436&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Poliwonk USA 2009-12-08T19:18:46Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977937372&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace I saw this on our local news this morning.  Amazon.com is celebrating the 25 Days of Chrstmas by offering a free Christmas Song each day.  You download previously released songs also.  . . . Tue, 08 Dec 2009 18:58:20 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977937372&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Poliwonk USA 2009-12-08T18:58:20Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977936062&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace ‘ Whip It ’ has been getting publicity for being the first film directed by Drew Barrymore (who has a supporting part) a film actress who has been performing before she was out of diapers.  . . . Tue, 08 Dec 2009 01:07:27 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977936062&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace La Lady Lisa Westerfield 2009-12-08T01:07:27Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977935768&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace In case you haven't heard the Legend Jim Rohn passed away this weekend.  Jim is best know for his personal development series, books, and as a mentor to many in business, government and all walks . . . Mon, 07 Dec 2009 21:51:09 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977935768&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Poliwonk USA 2009-12-07T21:51:09Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977932613&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace And no, I don’t mean in The Zone Diet sense.  I called Richelle Mead’s last book, ‘ Shadow Kiss’ a page turner, but ‘Blood Promise’ is ten times the read . . . Sun, 06 Dec 2009 00:06:33 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977932613&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace La Lady Lisa Westerfield 2009-12-06T00:06:33Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977931592&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Damn and I mean damn, this book was a fun read!  The ending was intense in an action filled way.  ‘Shadow Kiss’ is the third book of the Vampire Academy franchise by Richelle . . . Sat, 05 Dec 2009 02:20:42 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977931592&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace La Lady Lisa Westerfield 2009-12-05T02:20:42Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977931214&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace The upcoming Copenhagen summit on climate change was facing tough odds even before the "climategate" scandal cast its shadow over the delicate negotiations and is threatening derail the biggest global-warming . . . Fri, 04 Dec 2009 20:27:24 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977931214&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Poliwonk USA 2009-12-04T20:27:24Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977926197&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Just because the Mayans predicted it doesn’t mean that it will come to pass.  There is a lot of debate as to what the Mayan calendar meant exactly.  Several experts state that the calendar . . . Tue, 01 Dec 2009 23:51:34 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977926197&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace La Lady Lisa Westerfield 2009-12-01T23:51:34Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977924298&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace These stories are so delicious that I am compelled (YES, COMEPELLED) to bring them to the attention of others.  OMG, this is the apex of what good writing, the Internet, and a smart site challenge . . . Mon, 30 Nov 2009 21:50:13 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977924298&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace La Lady Lisa Westerfield 2009-11-30T21:50:13Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977915545&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Even though Mr. Obama the candidate pledged a post-partisan presidency, he has proven to be anything but post-partisan.  In fact his agenda has been more partisan and more agressive in his first . . . Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:01:17 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977915545&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Poliwonk USA 2009-11-24T14:01:17Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977912498&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Today, I sent a letter to my senators, John Cornyn and Kay Bailey Hutchinson about opposition to health care reform now in the Senate. I'm posting the text below. Please feel free to send it to your . . . Sun, 22 Nov 2009 14:41:39 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977912498&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace James A. 2009-11-22T14:41:39Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977905378&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Some lawmakers on Capitol Hill are blasting new guidelines from a government task force that recommends against routine mammograms for women under 50, questioning whether they are tantamount to health . . . Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:24:10 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977905378&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Poliwonk USA 2009-11-17T22:24:10Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977905072&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Two lawyers for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have created a video that is highly critical of the climate change legislation passed by Congress and endorsed by President Obama. Laurie Williams . . . Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:48:40 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977905072&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Poliwonk USA 2009-11-17T17:48:40Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977896495&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace I just got home from marching with my sons boy scout troop in the Veterans Day Parade.  As we went along the route, My I would go up to the various veterans along the way and shake their hands.  . . . Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:43:51 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977896495&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Poliwonk USA 2009-11-11T20:43:51Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977894723&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace ‘The Fourth Kind’ is probably the closest film I have seen in years that reminded me of William Friedkin’s ‘The Exorcist.’  I must say that in my limited spooky movie . . . Tue, 10 Nov 2009 21:40:47 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977894723&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace La Lady Lisa Westerfield 2009-11-10T21:40:47Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977888974&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Investigators for the Louisiana Attorney General executed a search warrant Friday at ACORN's New Orleans office in connections to allegations of embezzlement and tax fraud. Spokeswoman Tammi Arender . . . Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:25:15 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977888974&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Poliwonk USA 2009-11-06T21:25:15Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977874512&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace GMAC, which is the finance side of GM, and provides auto loans to GM customers today asked for a 3rd Bailout.  In December 2008 GMAC got $5 Billion, in May it got another $7.5 Billion, and is now . . . Wed, 28 Oct 2009 18:50:06 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977874512&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Poliwonk USA 2009-10-28T18:50:06Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977870955&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Ever since White House communications director Anita Dunn said that Fox News is "opinion journalism masquerading as news," Fox’s rating has actually gone up.   At first, . . . Mon, 26 Oct 2009 19:20:43 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977870955&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Poliwonk USA 2009-10-26T19:20:43Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977868173&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace I though I would post on a lighter topic today.  It is a minor pet-pieve of mine. There is a miscommunication when people tip their waiter or waitress at the end of a meal.  This is actually . . . Sat, 24 Oct 2009 14:27:48 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977868173&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace Poliwonk USA 2009-10-24T14:27:48Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977861866&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace I’m sure I’m not alone in liking the AMC show ‘Mad Men.’  It is about an ad agency in the early 60’s on Madison Avenue.  Suffice to say that the main character, . . . Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:20:46 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977861866&grpId=3659174697248065&nav=Groupspace La Lady Lisa Westerfield 2009-10-20T17:20:46Z