Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes; Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes; Silver-white winters that melt into springs; These are a few of my favorite things. From "My Favorite Things" by Rogers and Hammerstein (1959) When I started first grade in 1966, girls weren't allowed to wear pants to school, not … Continue reading Richmond mayoral candidate wants girls to wear skirts
Author: Vivian J. Paige
A former candidate, I've learned a lot about politics, both good and bad. I'd prefer more of the former and a lot less of the latter and I'm trying to do my part!
HBO’s “Recount”
If you didn't see HBO's "Recount" when it aired Sunday evening, make sure you put it on your list to watch. The casting was great - you could actually tell who was portraying whom without the captions. I happened to hear James Baker, a major player in this film, at the Norfolk Forum a few … Continue reading HBO’s “Recount”
Scott birthday party and campaign kick-off
The Committee to Re-elect Congressman Bobby Scott Invites you to join us at his Campaign Kick-off and Annual Birthday Party Friday, May 30, 2008 6:30 pm.-8:00 p.m. Sandy Bottom 1255 Big Bethel Road Hampton, Virginia Please rsvp by May 26 to 757-245-2000
Memorial Day 2008
My annual posting. See 2006 here and 2007 here. From Wikipedia: Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday that is observed on the last Monday of May. It was formerly known as Decoration Day. This holiday commemorates U.S. men and women who died in military service for their country. It began first to honor … Continue reading Memorial Day 2008
3rd Annual Memorial Day Bash roundup
I awoke Saturday to an overcast day and a bit of drizzle. With over 200 RSVPs for my third annual Memorial Day bash, I was a little panicked. A quick check of the various local weather reports (note: don't trust Google's weather reports - it showed rain all day) soon calmed me and sure enough, … Continue reading 3rd Annual Memorial Day Bash roundup
The Pulpit Speaks: April 4, 1959
An article written by my father, the Rev. C. Thomas Paige, as it appeared in the Tri-State Defender on the date shown. One of the most challenging stories in the Bible centers around Jacob's wrestling with the angel. Here was a man who knew what he wanted and was willing to fight until he got … Continue reading The Pulpit Speaks: April 4, 1959
Memorial Bash quickie
I'll try to get up a more comprehensive post later today, including some photos from the event. We had a good crowd of Democrats from throughout the region and I think the event went well. The weather was perfect! And the fun part of the event - the straw poll - had interesting results. I … Continue reading Memorial Bash quickie
No OTR this week
I usually post whatever is going to be on On The Record with host Joel Rubin each Saturday. However, the show is being pre-empted this week (and next). So if you need your OTR fix, try watching this video of my appearance on the show last week 😉 Other videos of past shows can be … Continue reading No OTR this week
Statement from Robert Kennedy Jr.
Robert Kennedy Jr. issued the following statement this evening: "It is clear from the context that Hillary was invoking a familiar political circumstance in order to support her decision to stay in the race through June. I have heard her make this reference before, also citing her husband's 1992 race, both of which were hard … Continue reading Statement from Robert Kennedy Jr.
Fun quiz: Yankee or Dixie
OK, so I'm going to be tied up today getting ready for tomorrow's party and I don't feel like writing anything heavy. Somebody sent me this quiz a couple of weeks ago and I thought it was fun. Head on over and take the quiz here. Report your results in the comments. Funny - I've … Continue reading Fun quiz: Yankee or Dixie
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