Two Tuesday Quotes, Plus Two: Burroughs, Dukakis, Feinstein and Barnes


In memory of the teens shot at Ohio’s Chardon High School.

Opinions vary regarding the degree of gun control needed to ensure a free and safe society so here are four quotes which address the concern. Feinstein’s begs the question of whether we have a fundamental right to “feel safe” and whether not having guns affords that right. In my opinion her quote cannot be supported through constitutional or other logical means. Regardless, the debate will continue.

After a shooting spree, they always want to take the guns away from the people who didn’t do it. I sure as hell wouldn’t want to live in a society where the only people allowed guns are the police and the military.
– William S. Burroughs

I do not believe in people owning guns. Guns should be owned only by the police and military. I am going to do everything I can to disarm this state.
– Michael Dukakis

Banning guns addresses a fundamental right of all Americans to feel safe.
– Dianne Feinstein

Should we have background checks, waiting periods? To drive a car you have to pass a test that shows you know how to drive your car safely, you should have to do the same thing with guns.
– Michael D. Barnes

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Two Tuesday Quotes: Krakauer and McCarthy


“I think I understand that religious faith which makes the holy brave and strong; my strength is just somewhere else–it’s in myself…I do not fear what may await me, though I’m equally confident that nothing awaits.”

Jon Krakauer

“Even if what you’re working on doesn’t go anywhere, it will help you with the next thing you’re doing. Make yourself available for something to happen. Give it a shot.”

Cormac McCarthy

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Gleaning in Your Rearview Mirror


This past Saturday down in San Mateo was a wonderful experience. So that I do not spoil the much anticipated post detailing the day that is all you will get on this post. However, I do have more dates for you. I would like to know if anyone could attend one of the mid-week dates.

As always you can contact me for a ride to the site.

Wednesday, Feb. 8 – 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Grove Park/Beach & University Blvd. area

Saturday, Feb. 11 – 8:30 a.m.- noon
San Jose Blvd./Beauclerc Rd. area

Wednesday, Feb. 15 – 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
South Jax Beach/Ponte Vedra Beach

Saturday, Feb. 18 – 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
East Palatka area
**I need experienced gleaners to help with a group gleaning, demonstrating
tools and helping to bag fruit and keep count of bags
***I also could use folks to transport fruit–if you have a van or pickup truck and
could deliver some of the fruit please respond to this e-mail.

Wednesday, Feb. 22 – 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Dr. Ira’s home – west Jacksonville, Ortega
We’ll visit 3-4 homes in this area to glean oranges and grapefruit.