"You must be the change you want to see in the world" -- Mahatma Gandhi

Those of us who were witness to the events of September 11, 2001 will never forget - we all bore witness to the enormous loss of life and for our safety, some loss of presumed liberties as well.

Never Forget September 11, 2001 - when you're pissed off having to wait in an airport; when you're pissed off about regulations sending packages in the mail; when you're pissed off about Iraq . . . never forget that although it may be an imperfect system by nature, there is a method for the madness: to attempt to thwart future attacks of our citizens in our country.

The war, economics, politics, presidential candidates, issues, causes, lobbying, environment, children in need, the housing crisis . . . it's all imperfect and there is no one absolute truth, no absolute perfect solution or answer to these and many other issues. We have to make the best decisions we can make right now with the information we have at hand. Update, change, move forward as facts and figures pour in.

However, be sure to really look at these "facts" and "figures". Data analysts can easily parse figures and numbers; skew them to advance thier own agenda versus relaying the truth . . .

We have many important decisions to make in the coming months with the presidential election, among other topics.

Whatever you think, try to be informed; look at BOTH sides of the situation. Whatever you think, choose to vote - make your voice heard.

If you want CHANGE; real change comes from getting involved. Be part of the solution. If you can't pick up shovel and help dig us out, get the fuck out of the way to make it easier for those of us who will.

Never Forget . . . things will NEVER be the same.