Wednesday, July 4, 2012

ATTMP author's 200 SHORTS a nominee in SpokenWord Billboard Awards, Category 17: Best Perfect-bound Collection http://tinyurl.com/7bnh6dh
Gigare Lifestyle Magazine - Finding A Healthy Alternative - by friend & fellow ATTMP author Monica M Brinkman http://ping.fm/nVP8L
When a writer has a good publisher, he should give them a shout out. So here's to ATTMP http://ping.fm/cnl0p

Tuesday, July 3, 2012

Today the"Dog days" begin (Sirius, the Dog Star, visible at sunrise). May your summer be filled with woof and fun.

Monday, July 2, 2012

Feeling lonely? Down? Want a drink and some friendly conversation? Visit the Dew Drop Inne. http://ping.fm/dE3s6
Today is my wife's birthday. We are off to a great start. Our son sent the funniest gift ever. Love it, him, and especially her.
7/2/1962: First Wal-Mart store opens in Rogers, Arkansas. Sadly nobody realized it was the invasion of the store snatchers.
Enjoy "The Wonder Of An Impractical Pisces Child" by ATTMP author Anna Mullins
http://ping.fm/O73HY
How you can Screw Up Your Life-Offend Others-by ATTMP author M Brinkman
http://ping.fm/DbeGa

Saturday, June 30, 2012

Interview with ATTMP author Timothy N Stelly, Sr. http://ping.fm/ox58r
Good to see that Greg Stanton, mayor of Phoenix, understands that corporations will play cities off against one another. http://ping.fm/BT5Rf
You feel good and then you turn into a stone giant. New Drug from Easter Island http://ping.fm/Eg41M
Yesterday I met with my agent and then my publisher. Both meetings were delightful and I am totally psyched.

Friday, June 29, 2012

"The Wonder Of An Impractical Pisces Child" by ATTMP author Anna Mullins
http://ping.fm/yeTq6

Thursday, June 28, 2012

In Arizona we spell Bat-Shit crazy Brewer. The woman is a nut job. http://ping.fm/UUepe
Want to know about a good book? Watch this. http://ping.fm/XLIMh

Tuesday, June 26, 2012

ATTMP Author Oana's humorous take on dating
http://ping.fm/Jj0kq

Monday, June 25, 2012

Are all African American men dangerous? Read ATTMP's Oana's interview with Dr. Will Moreland http://ping.fm/chN7t
6/25/1950: North Korea invades South Korea. Starting one of the many dumb wars that followed WWII
The official website of Angela Lam Turpinhttp://ping.fm/jn4gH an author of note.
June 25, 1876, Lt. Col. George A. Custer and his 7th Cavalry wiped out by Sioux & Cheyenne Indians in Battle of Little Big Horn in Montana.

Sunday, June 24, 2012

Do Pets Really Punish You For Misbehaving? by ATTMP Author Anna Mullins
http://ping.fm/z0Szt

Saturday, June 23, 2012

Sometimes modern technology just gives me joy. This blows my mind. http://ping.fm/8uNvs****

Friday, June 22, 2012

6/22/1898: United States Marines land in Cuba. Remember the Maine and San Juan Hill. A bully war; most wars start with a bully.
6/22/1812: Napoleon invades Russia. Anyone want a good overture?

Thursday, June 21, 2012

Some people determined to wallow in hate. Some want to ignore everything. There are incurable idealists. How about the simply rational?
6/21/1948: Berlin airlift begins. Those were the days when the world teetered on the edge of another world war.
Sun rises over Heelstone at Stonehenge - yes Stonehenge is about the solstice.

Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Tomorrow at 9 Eastern time I'm co-hosting what I think will be a fun Internet radio show. http://ping.fm/W5Idx
Read about a popular poetic form called the cinquain and write a few of your own! From ATTMP author Sal Buttaci
http://tinyurl.com/7nd4ofo
Today is the solstice, balance an egg; laugh, dance and sing; and most importantly be glad to have a day in which you can love.

Tuesday, June 19, 2012

6/19/1893: Lizzie Borden acquitted, an inspiration to all axe murderers.
June 19, 1964, Civil Rights Act of 1964 approved after surviving 83-day filibuster in United States Senate. "We shall overcome some day."

Monday, June 18, 2012

Does it matter? We may never know, but always assume and act like it does. http://ping.fm/4hqM7
Time is our awareness of the basic human contradiction -- that we matter and will matter not at all
Time is the source of all memory yet it can never be revisited.
Working for intimacy? Maybe this book will help. http://ping.fm/z2yas
Tie should never be wasted but is often best used in frivolity.
A link I would bring to your attention. Phil is my friend and a fine writer. http://ping.fm/2Jg4Y
Time has not price yet its value is priceless.
6/18/1948, United Nations Commission on Human Rights adopts International Declaration of Human Rights. People have rights not just gov'ts..

Sunday, June 17, 2012

6/17/1972 - Watergate break-in. Coverup brings down a president. History politics
6/17/1775 - Battle of Bunker Hill; 6/17/1885 - Statue of Liberty arrives in New York. History has some good days.

Saturday, June 16, 2012

Suicide bombers,mortars, IEDs: who needs drones, missiles, and bombers when we can kill one another randomly and cheap?
6/16/1829 - The great Apache warrior and leader Geronimo born near Gila River, New Mexico.
June 16, 1933, FDR opened his New Deal recovery program, signing bank, rail and industry bills and initiating farm aid.

Friday, June 15, 2012

Wisdom for tonight - my mind is a blank book and now somebody stole the pages.
New from ATTMP! Timothy Stelly’s HUMAN TRIAL III: THE FINAL CONFLICT. All 3 HT Books in Kindle or Nook less than $18. http://tinyurl.com/bvcys8b
6/15/1215: Magna Carta signed introducing the idea that citizens have rights.

Thursday, June 14, 2012

Read a great piece about one of ATTMP's finest at http://ping.fm/CRj0s
Snitching & informing - evil when against our beliefs, friends, & group. Acts of witnesses, heroes & whistle-blowers when serving our ends.
ATTMP's A. Mullins presents Fantastic Australian writer's view - And wonderful wildlife - Features Jill Paterson: http://ping.fm/ViDJj

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

ATTMP's R. Allnach, "Oddities & Entities" interviewed about strange & surreal, Lifetime's 'The Balancing Act', 6/14/12 7am EST http://ping.fm/0TuPe
6/13/1920: US Postal Service rules children may not be sent via parcel post, not even using those one price priority boxes.

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Diet tip: Use tiny fork and spoon, the kind they sell at party stores for appetizers. Even in restaurants. Small bites well chewed.

Monday, June 11, 2012

Having considered the alternatives, I have decided. Time for bed. Have a great night.
A word peeve - ratiocinate (to reason) versus rationalize (to excuse). Rationalizing is defense mechanism, not being logical or explaining.

Sunday, June 10, 2012

Finished the edit through of The Stylite. Tomorrow I will read it aloud, hopefully for the last time.
Heard the one about the dame who come into the bar? No. I'm going to read it on the show. http://ping.fm/j4cXM 30 minutes and counting.
Forest fire season is upon us in the U.S. Given the record temperatures and dryness, be especially careful.

Saturday, June 9, 2012

"Have you no sense of decency, sir? At long last, have you left no sense of decency?'' 6/9/12 - Army-McCarthy hearings. I was remember.

Friday, June 8, 2012

As I sink into the west, I ask you to remember the writers, for they offer truths which can inspire and journeys to mystify.
6/8/1789: James Madison proposes Bill of Rights. Now if he'd only written the 2nd better.
The Sevenling, a poetic form for fun! From ATTMP author Sal Buttaci
http://ping.fm/tQQMl RT
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Thursday, June 7, 2012

"A Tribute to Ray Bradbury" by Sal Buttaci, ATTMP author.
http://ping.fm/y6oBD
Nothing wrong with being only for yourself. Just remember those values when you need somebody else.

Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Tomorrow evening about this time I will be getting ready to be interviewed. Join in, maybe even win a free book. http://ping.fm/7rF99
Wondering how to change Linkedin password? http://ping.fm/ilXD2
June 6, 1944, the D-Day invasion of Europe Allied forces storm the beaches of Normandy. The day ordinary men became forever heroes.

Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Take moment to pray for people of Wisconsin. Then get to work to Obama to save us all from Citizens' United.
Raise kids for success. The model has changed. Dad, don't play ball with your kids. Teach them interactive gaming on the Net.

Monday, June 4, 2012

My new ambition, to live in such a manner that I might be reincarnated as an aardvark.
What happens when the son of a Cherokee chief is cursed with baldness?
http://ping.fm/DgNal By ATTMP's Sal Buttaci
Looking for different? 5-stars for ATTMP's Roland Allnach's "Oddities & Entities", trip into unexpected realities. http://ping.fm/h2PEw

Sunday, June 3, 2012

Reach into the heart of a child. Bender, a short story of love and tears. http://ping.fm/t15oc

Saturday, June 2, 2012

Thursday, 9 PM Eastern, I'll be guest on It Matters Radio. Discussing my muse and my demons. Be sure to join us. http://ping.fm/gTwS6
On June 2, 1953, Queen Elizabeth II of Britain crowned in Westminster Abbey, 16 months after death of King George VI. God save the queen.

Friday, June 1, 2012

ATTMP authors honored Indie Excellence Awards: Amy Krout-Horn, 1st place Visionary Fiction & Melissa Studdard, finalist Children's Fiction.
Today is National Doughnut Day - nothing could be less cru(e)ller. Don't forget the coffee.

Thursday, May 31, 2012

Cast your bread upon the water and surely the ducks will follow you.
Did you know an ebook can be autographed? Here's ATTMP release Dark Moon by Maggie Tideswell.
http://ping.fm/pu9yM

Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Perhaps it's schadenfreude, but I love that Mitt Romney's new app spelled America incorrectly. If it said "money" they'd spell it right.

Sunday, May 27, 2012

Why does an omnipotent and omniscient deity care what individual humans do? How they live or love? God just ain't that into us.
Know what eunuch means, MittRomney? No, meet with DonaldTrump and then look in mirror.
At what point do the public workers decide it's no longer worth while to serve system geared to enriching only a small number?
5/27/1939: First Batman comic book published. Gotham will sleep better tonight.

Sunday, May 20, 2012

5/20/1940: First prisoners arrive at Auschwitz. Another of the many chapters in the inhumanity of mankind begins.

Friday, May 18, 2012

5/18/1804: Napoleon crowned Emperor. He will meet his Waterloo.

Thursday, May 17, 2012

HUMAN TRIAL has been called “frightening” "a look at the psychology of survival, and a timely cautionary tale.” http://tinyurl.com/3fnzn3w
Is every African American man dangerous? Read ATTMP Author Oana's interview
http://ping.fm/saYKG

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Do you like books a little weird? Try ATTMP author Maggie Tideswell's Dark Moon.
http://ping.fm/l6VZQ
http://tinyurl.com/3tl3bqu

Tuesday, May 15, 2012

5/15/1618: Kepler confirms 3rd law of planetary motion. Subsequently repealed by seven state legislatures.

Monday, May 14, 2012

Reality check: Abstinence only sex education leads to more unwanted pregnancies. http://ping.fm/J75xM
5/14/1804: Lewis and Clark set out from St Louis. Now that was an adventure.
May 14, 1948, the independent state of Israel was proclaimed as British rule in Palestine came to an end

Friday, May 11, 2012

Finally we learn the truth about Archimedes' Principle! Read the interview by ATTMP author Sal Buttaci
http://tinyurl.com/7evv5kq
Slowly, the good members of the Christian right are evolving. Score one for justice and decency. http://ping.fm/qsUA8
Religion often founders on rock of sexuality. Perhaps god is only method of controlling desires. Life does get messy. http://ping.fm/S2BR5
Next time somebody mentions independent retirement accounts as an alternative to Social Security, remember J.P. Morgan's record. http://ping.fm/gvbP7
5/11/1829: HMS Beagle embarks for South America with Charles Darwin on board. A special species of scientist.

Thursday, May 10, 2012

Gosh, what a surprise, Romney has had other issues with gay and lesbian policies, even those from other Republicans. http://ping.fm/ikuSx
In 25 minutes follow the link for some good radio and intelligent discussion. http://ping.fm/KssXW
I must admit just disgust with Romney's unapology apology. No remorse and certainly no compassion. http://ping.fm/X3Rmm
Great summer read for $5.99. ATTMP's Timothy Stelly’s HUMAN TRIAL III: THE FINAL CONFLICT. Kindle or Nook. http://tinyurl.com/bvcys8b
Pleased to announce the publication of new book, Misguided Sensitivity, by my friend and fellow ATTMP author Phil Nork. http://ping.fm/zKCJY
Bullying as a teen, putting dog on roof, liking being able to fire people. We are learning Romney's character --MEAN!
While John Stewart is generally funny, he does at times go over the line. This was one of those times. http://ping.fm/7R5JC
Is this the lack of character we need in a president? Romney the bully. Romney the homophobe. Yuck. http://ping.fm/4JKal
Interesting neuroscience stuff. Always glad to learn more, but I just forgot what it was. http://ping.fm/oA55C
5/10/1933: Nazi youth groups hold book burning. Those who would burn and ban books have already lost their intellects.
I often speak of Sal Buttaci, writer, poet, and good friend. Today you can listen to and even speak with him. http://ping.fm/Y9dip
The things that people will steal. Here are some wild ones. http://ping.fm/zlbdS
May 10, 1869, golden spike driven at Promontory, Utah, marking completion of first transcontinental railroad in United States.

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Another French painting & poem by Renoir and Buttaci, ATTMP author
"Young Woman with a Veil" http://tinyurl.com/7dk33ny
Altogether, "We need single payer." Meanwhile the Affordable Healthcare Act does try to do something about skyrocketing costs. http://ping.fm/j3elG
5/9/1960: USFDA approves sale of birth control pills. 52 years later are we really arguing over a woman's right to use them?

Tuesday, May 8, 2012

You know the haiku. Now take a look at the pun-ku, ATTMP author Sal Buttaci's new poetic form
http://tinyurl.com/79xqa2g
A giant of children's literature is gone. The world will be less wild, and we are all the sadder. http://ping.fm/JMqMH
Marijuana does have a down side, especially when used in adolescence - greater risk of schizophrenia. http://ping.fm/DDYdJ
I let you see some of the process behind the magic that is writing. Take a peek at http://ping.fm/iK8d4
May 8, 1886: Druggist John Pemberton creates formula for Coca Cola in his backyard. Used real sugar and cocaine back then. Yummy.
Settle in, have a drink, and laugh at these signs from bars. http://ping.fm/yASXJ
The Obama administration tried to get proper court trials, but no, the GOP knew better. Now we have farce. http://ping.fm/haYqH
Once it was millions for defense not a penny for tribute. But for some it's millions for profits and unnecessary defense. http://ping.fm/blujg

Monday, May 7, 2012

New way to spell cowardly, panderer - ROMNEY
http://ping.fm/P7xLc
A bit of tongue in cheek writing from me to you. http://ping.fm/Zdp4H
I love puppies, who doesn't? Here are some great videos of pups dealing with steps. http://ping.fm/xaMsm
Manet's Stems of White Peonies and poem by ATTMP author Sal Buttaci http://ping.fm/yDm1G
http://ping.fm/WA9km
May 7, 1945, Germany signs unconditional surrender V.E. Day, victory in Europe. The blood, suffering, sacrifice: war such noble cruelty.

Sunday, May 6, 2012

Did you know that news media have a constitutional right to intentionally lie? Evidently that is what the courts say. http://ping.fm/XjVVD
Morning creeps from darkness to challenge us with another day. You up to it? Think I'll go back read. Here's a story for you. http://ping.fm/Nqqtt

Saturday, May 5, 2012

Start your summer reading for under $6. Timothy Stelly’s HUMAN TRIAL trilogy http://ping.fm/T3OOQ
Didn't think they could, but Republicans find another group to piss off - Libertarians. GOP tries to exclude Paul. http://ping.fm/End3r
Political right of U.S. again shows lack of judgment and disinterest in peace. Listen to former Israeli Prime Minister. http://ping.fm/SdVA8
5/5/1862: Cinco de Mayo (Battle of Puebla, Mexico) Mexico defeats French. Viva Juarez!
GOP War on Women: Once again Arizona joins march backwards. How many lives will be lost? How much illness suffered? http://ping.fm/MuHnN
Another French-painting poem by ATTP author Sal Buttaci
http://tinyurl.com/7x6nfa9
ATTMP's Monica Brinkman shares her thoughts on perhaps the single most important factor in failed relationships.
http://ping.fm/6LDTa
Why is Department of Agriculture destroying our wild animals? Once again a Bureaucracy gone Kafka. http://ping.fm/Hzg2R

Friday, May 4, 2012

Playwright Interviews Attendees at His Vampire Play "Blood Is Thicker Than Water"
#ATTMP author Sal Buttaci
http://tinyurl.com/7otw4sa
Whacky sandwiches that defy me to eat them. http://ping.fm/Xgu7W
5/4/1953: Ernest Hemingway receives Pulitzer Prize for The Old Man and the Sea. My turn! My turn! http://ping.fm/wcRnv
If racism is illness, does that mean lynching should lead to not guilty by reason of insanity? Don't think so. http://ping.fm/UU2IT
This is the traitor in our midst, he wants the government to fail. http://ping.fm/QOH73
About time somebody talked about the underlying but unspoken racism that still exists regarding Mr. Obama. http://ping.fm/KZsAS
5/4/1970, Ohio National Guardsmen open fire on anti-war protesters at Kent State University, killing 4 students & wounding 9.

Thursday, May 3, 2012

For your mother's day reading, a story of a not so good son. http://ping.fm/rl8E4
I guess all those cows weren't happy after all. Mad cow disease in California. http://ping.fm/cld0G
At least this administration is trying to stop some of the endless fraud and abuse that plagues government. http://ping.fm/EtrGI
There is no acceptable excuse. No appropriate apology. Now they'll investigate themselves. Whoopee. http://ping.fm/ZwI7G
Hatred and angry rhetoric are not good prognosticators for proper gun use. http://ping.fm/vib0k
Another reason we desperately needed healthcare reform. Besides, is not protecting fetal health a form of abortion? http://ping.fm/y48Ia

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Every now and then incompetence becomes toxic. This poor guy will need years of therapy and more. http://ping.fm/DgSZb
So we learn that as a young man Obama was serious, intellectual, reserved, but deeply interested in women. Okay by me. http://ping.fm/AFRAk
Every writer should be cheering this article. Fiction is good for you. http://ping.fm/xyutM
Perfect bathroom book - short chapters tell complete story. Should have used perforated pages for wiping. http://ping.fm/27Nr6
"Young Girl Bathing" by Renoir and ATTMP author Sal Buttaci
http://tinyurl.com/7zw6qol
Mitt Romney just doesn't get a lot of foreign affairs. Guess he's only interested in international banks. http://ping.fm/Bom5C
Yes, he's a Republican; but I'm hoping that Dick Lugar, who has served our country well, wins. http://ping.fm/ma8Va
Victory in Europe: May 2, 1945, Soviet Union announces fall of Berlin. Allies announce surrender of Nazi troops in Italy & parts of Austria.

Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Lucien Freud's estate quite large, but did he love his mother, true Freudians want to know. http://ping.fm/Edx2i
Once again the extreme right proves unwilling to accept others, even from among their own. Romney staffer quits. http://ping.fm/vk1xQ
HUMAN TRIAL has been called “frightening.” "a look at the psychology of survival, and a timely cautionary tale.” http://tinyurl.com/3fnzn3w
Even though I like Pres. Obama, I don't like his stretching the truth. http://ping.fm/7ts5l
My mechanic read Tales From the Dew Drop Inne. "I can't believe it. I liked a book enough to finish it." High praise. http://ping.fm/CR9mN
"Three Quick Flashes and Then Darkness" by ATTMP author Sal Buttaci
http://tinyurl.com/86o63pu
Bealtaine (Celtic summer begins) May the breeze blow gentle and the sun shine warm. May the mist be light and your whiskey strong.
On Medicare? Want to know a truth about Obamacare? Here's one, it saves seniors billions. http://ping.fm/GwI3l
ATTMPress Oana takes on pushy authors
http://ping.fm/MmGRn

Monday, April 30, 2012

I am so glad that Elizabeth Edwards isn't around to hear this but so sorry for her children. http://ping.fm/Cbdgt
Very quietly with no fanfare, the U.S. has made a huge corn sale to China.
Obama reminds us that he got Bin Laden. Is that dirty politics or just his right as the guy who got it done? http://ping.fm/H1RVn
4/30/1973: H.R. Haldeman, John Ehrlichman & Richard Kleindienst resign. John Dean fired. The love of power corrupts.
Breaking the cigarette habit? Broke it already? Not yet? Read this by ATTMP author Sal Buttaci
http://tinyurl.com/84kc2tr
I have a problem with spending $4 Bil, much of it to pay off our "enemies" when we have people losing jobs and homes here. http://ping.fm/A3Kdm
Popular writer Stephen King comments on the rich, their taxes, and their responsibility. http://ping.fm/yo4Hk
Did you know the original "mentor" was the adviser of Telemachus, Odysseus's son? Homer's great works still live.

Sunday, April 29, 2012

With Mothers' Day coming up, I had to write a short story - one with more bite than flowers. http://ping.fm/y1zEp
How many marriages could be saved with just a little forgiveness? Read ATTMP author Sal Buttaci's short story
http://ping.fm/wWGDz
Did delicate negotiations really need Romney sticking two cents in? Let's inflame situation and call ourselves presidential. http://ping.fm/uXFGL
The page is blank until the pen has passed./
Silence reigns until the poet sings./
My heart is empty until you are near.
4/29/1945: Dachau concentration camp liberated by US. Do we ever understand the depths to which the human soul can sink?
A still life. A bowl of plums. Clarisse is gone and he can't find her. From ATTMP author Sal Buttaci
http://ping.fm/Esq3o
Excerpt from a new novel by ATTMP's Monica Brinkman:
http://ping.fm/sGUg9
"Gee!" she screamed, "#Sex can be wonderful." Is this the holy grail of the "G"? http://ping.fm/IVnfM
When the bureaucrats get hold, common sense is swiftly flown. http://ping.fm/iJVaV

Saturday, April 28, 2012

One should always pay heed when there's a dark warning. http://ping.fm/y7hzS
Do you complicate relationships? Find out as Monica Brinkman shares her thoughts.
http://ping.fm/fLpmN
Ready to shed a tear? A great piece worthy of your reaction. Alzheimer's is a growing scourge of the most vulnerable. http://ping.fm/Gnhat
Why it is important to get information from more than one source - even for those who know they are listening to biased material. http://ping.fm/Liryh
When will we learn that macho doesn't mean manly, it means fearful so as to need to constantly prove oneself? http://ping.fm/5Tjl2
Once again we have lies from the right to be corrected. Thankfully, there are truth seekers out there. http://ping.fm/mXVUO
4/28/1947, 6-man expedition sails from Peru aboard balsa wood raft Kon-Tiki - a 101-day journey across Pacific Ocean to Polynesia.
Roland Allnach, ATTMP author of 'Oddities & Entities', soon to appear on Lifetime's 'The Balancing Act'! See the tune-in trailer for the interview at http://ping.fm/K2FVV

Friday, April 27, 2012

Let's eavesdrop on a conversation between two ironing ladies in Paris. Poem by ATTMP author Sal Buttaci
http://ping.fm/A35NG
I thought this a very good interview. Too bad they weren't talking with me. http://ping.fm/WPAZy
ATTMPress Author Oana analyzes image of African American male in art and beyond
http://ping.fm/MzLZI
I just keep editing away. The Stylite is almost done (He says for 4th time.) Love playing with language. http://ping.fm/yL6EL
A haunting trailer for a powerful book by a fine writer. And all from beyond the grave. http://ping.fm/5bolj
I can't say that since I stopped drinking soda I have stopped being obese, but I sure feel healthier. http://ping.fm/HwjX1
4/27/1937: First US Social Security payment made. 75 years and still protecting Americans.
#E-books, salvation or curse? Here to stay, that seems sure. At least writers like me have hope that people will read. http://ping.fm/mtwHU
Roland Allnach, ATTMP author of 'Oddities & Entities', to appear on Lifetime's 'The Balancing Act'! Watch interview trailer http://ping.fm/J3uaR
For the perfect Mother'sDay gift idea, watch this! http://ping.fm/4p7LY
http://tinyurl.com/3tl3bqu
Will the opponents of Obamacare refuse this new benefit? Perhaps they'd like to donate the money to help the poor. http://ping.fm/q2rCX

Thursday, April 26, 2012

The Department of Homeland Security doesn't make me feel very secure. The screw-ups just keep happening. http://ping.fm/BRHpT
Here's a downright conservative, law and order man, whom I can respect and could even vote for. A real sheriff. http://ping.fm/HamIc
Need a reason to vote Democratic? Watch video (whole thing). Mid-Bush recession, GOP decides oppose everything Obama does. http://ping.fm/nbu8n
April 26, 1986, nuclear accident at Chernobyl. 31 died immediately. Effects on children and environment continue to this day.

Wednesday, April 25, 2012

If you wonder why we need special laws for hate crimes, consider this disgusting story. http://ping.fm/xVX8L
Don't allow others to indoctrinate you. Demand good news on the TVs in restaurants, bars, waiting rooms.
Something horrific this way comes...Read ATTMP author Sal Buttaci's "The Man in a Jar."
http://ping.fm/i1CJs

Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Those who know me know I love food & especially fruits. Here are ten great fruits. I haven't tried them all--not yet. http://ping.fm/s2mzq
The fantastical world of religion gives us yet another small piece of weird. http://ping.fm/mfGcC
"We're not hypocrites; we're Republicans." Pork by any name still sizzles in the political funding pan. http://ping.fm/qPZj1
Another reason we should have single payer healthcare. Another way insurance companies are trying to take advantage. http://ping.fm/Xhn45
4/24/1800: US Library of Congress established. Books are an integral part of our history and our liberty. Support you local writer. http://ping.fm/FpkNs
fard - to apply cosmetics. One letter away from fart. Have to wonder about that.
If I were Robert Reich, I'd say, "Why would I want to respond to an ass like Bill O'Reilly? Can't we talk about what's important? http://ping.fm/MUPob
ALEC right wing view--accountability on teachers in public schools but no accountability for private schools state funds. http://ping.fm/QgeBZ

Monday, April 23, 2012

Over 4,200 listeners to today's radio show. Missed it? Listen to it in archive. http://ping.fm/4PmGF
You may enjoy the story. Please also think about joining the site. http://ping.fm/qsrSP
Are men stupid? Simple answer: Men have two brains and only enough blood to use one at a time. http://ping.fm/9goCv
Leeches as a way to keep track of animal populations, what an innovative idea. http://ping.fm/6IfdQ
Why are we educating our children? We need to encourage the industries in which they can find jobs. http://ping.fm/qSNrx
Live in Arizona? Care about your country? Get active, we are so close to taking the state for Obama and Democrats. http://ping.fm/tO2hZ
12 minutes and we're live, or are we? Never sure when my zombie will appear. Listen in and even call in. http://ping.fm/xCdfp
Will I say something outrageous? Will I make a fool of myself? Will I be witty, charming, and gay? Tune in and find out. http://ping.fm/S4bmP
An hour and then we're live radio. I hope she'll let me read from the new, unpublished book. Listen in: http://ping.fm/riwUE
Join me on BlogTalkRadio in an hour and a half (2 Eastern, 11 Pacific) Let us entertain you. http://ping.fm/9EJk0
The Pope best beware, the good sisters still have rulers & there are certainly some pontifical knuckles that need rapping. http://ping.fm/2zNAQ
Are media deliberately trying to make Romney look better and election look more in doubt in order to get viewers, listeners, readers?
Reminder for writers: Pride should never rear her head before the reviewers' words are said.
Another example of why to not listen to FoxNews. They misquote -- deliberately? http://ping.fm/U5sSN

Sunday, April 22, 2012

Can Jealousy destroy your relationship? Author Oana explains http://ping.fm/ecHir
A question that will surely upset many. Was Jesus gay? An Anglican priest asks what that means. http://ping.fm/6joQE
Today is Earth Day (First one 1970) Perhaps we can each take a moment to honor our mother. Pick up some litter, admire a flower, etc.
Near Death Experience, Out of Body Experience: some wild new information that has me scratching my head. http://ping.fm/EOqoy
April 22, 1889, Oklahoma Land Rush begins at noon as thousands of homesteaders race to stake claims.

Saturday, April 21, 2012

French postcard? No! French-painting poem by ATTMP author Sal Buttaci
http://ping.fm/UGvBp
Monica Brinkman shares her thoughts on the value of keeping confidences in 'Can You Keep A Secret'
http://ping.fm/awtYu
Author Richard Goodwin's latest short article on horror.
http://ping.fm/b7p0b
Thinking politics: To lie one must have a sense of what is true. One should never ask a compass reading from a weather sock.
Pakistan is illusion. Creation of Islamic state separate from Hindu India led to great error. The Pashtu still need a country. http://ping.fm/nrdjB

Friday, April 20, 2012

The tone deaf Romney campaign has added another spokesperson. (Warning, reading may lead to nausea) http://ping.fm/wOCmm
Not sure which is stranger, using this test item or not being able to answer the questions. http://ping.fm/MNYdJ
Let us celebrate a small step forward towards racial equality, not for the wealthy and famous but the little guys. http://ping.fm/PZBSO
Taxes, government waste, necessary spending. An op-ed http://ping.fm/mYZzm
Ok, I know I'm a sucker, but who can resist baby moose? http://ping.fm/nVWde
What is the secret for today? Ignore the rest and keep writing. http://ping.fm/6CY3z
Once again we learn that government may be better than the market place, especially when financial institutions are involved. http://ping.fm/9TNbJ
4/20/1653: Oliver Cromwell dissolves British Parliament. Why do those who are expected to be the greatest reformers end up tyrants?
ATTMPress Oana tells us what it takes to write a bestseller
http://ping.fm/TMTQk

Thursday, April 19, 2012

A little something you might find interesting. http://ping.fm/terjq
"So You'd Like to Commit Murder and Get Away with It" by ATTMP author Sal Buttaci
http://ping.fm/Ka0uf
Some "WOW!" science. Bionics are coming. http://ping.fm/VGpUi
4/19/1775 Lexington & Concord. Beginning of American Revolution. May we all enjoy the blessings of liberty and of good government.
4/19/1995- Remember Oklahoma City

Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Not having the mob at NY's San Gennaro Feast would be like holding it without cannoli. http://ping.fm/6HwEu
Like most novelists, I am often asked if my books are autobiographical Read my answer -- http://ping.fm/L64dg
Perhaps the scariest thing I've read, the real cost of nuclear accident. http://ping.fm/xBuKp
Do spells of love exist? Poem by my dear friend Oana.
http://ping.fm/HUAqk
Here's a man with nothing to hide -- nothing. http://ping.fm/52PBZ
4/18/1775: Paul Revere starts his ride. We must never forget that freedom is not something given us, but something we must demand.
Photography is sometimes a risky profession. Some cases in point. http://ping.fm/oBWUj
If you believe there is no difference between political parties, here are some things to consider. http://ping.fm/YCbyK
GSA scandal. Taxpayers may be outraged by waste and greed, but at least we caught this guy. http://ping.fm/3cjJT
We can hope the end of the Arpaio rule is near. Meanwhile a good man, Paul Panzone, is available for Maricopa County. http://ping.fm/UqPCg

Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Sometimes there is love in the news. Live in Tucson? Help make happy elephants. http://ping.fm/nol01
My kind of science geek stuff. Dinosaurs at a disadvantage. http://ping.fm/mVTQy
There is tone deaf and then there is Mitt Romney. Doesn't he know people look things up? Another dog scandal. http://ping.fm/wEtR6
"Remembering Papa" by ATTMP author Sal Buttaci remembers his father
http://tinyurl.com/bqe7xma
How is it like to grow up under oppression and censorship? ATTMPress Author Oana tells her story.
http://ping.fm/3cpL6
What Made Hitler Tick? Any truth to the rumor? Find out from ATTMP author Sal Buttaci
http://ping.fm/LALle
Should we Judge Others? ATTMP author Monica Brinkman presents her point of view.
http://ping.fm/WNePY
ATTMP Author Glenn Oliver Parkhurst presents, Bled Out, a supernatural thriller that will grab your heart http://ping.fm/Ro0Bq
Funny, the Republicans keep saying they are on the side of liberty, but that isn't what they do. http://ping.fm/DvKXt
When considering your vote remember what you need from government. Are you one of the many who need food stamps? http://ping.fm/Bqmeo
The HORSE in War, Peace and Flight to Freedom. Read my friend Dosha's, flight of the Russian Gypsies http://ping.fm/sV69A
The RNC may deny it, but Arizona's Latino population may be ready to swing the state. http://ping.fm/XjBdb
Another reason politicians hate transparency, when even businesses realize that the laws are ridiculous. http://ping.fm/mRwjz
4/17/1961- Cuban exiles try to overthrow Castro, land at Bay of Pigs where they are overwhelmed. Another fiasco brought to us by the CIA.

Monday, April 16, 2012

A few of the great changes Obamacare will bring to our country in the next couple of years. http://ping.fm/nIbEe
Does Mitt Romney know what Mitt Romney thinks? He certainly isn't telling us, the voters. http://ping.fm/qCbXb
Want a laugh? Of course you do. http://ping.fm/hDMVE
GrowingUp under oppression and censorship? ATTMPress's Author Oana tells her story.
http://ping.fm/D5u2J
Time for some humor and a new muti-purpose phone. http://ping.fm/A4KEo
OUT OF THE BOX: A SOUL’S SURPRISING JOURNEY by Barbara Lucerne Woolley -- true story of a soul reawakening: http://ping.fm/gFzgl
ATTMP Author Glenn Oliver Parkhurst presents, Bled Out, a supernatural thriller that will grab your heart http://ping.fm/93ENi
I'm a writer who always appreciates an interview. http://ping.fm/Rzc1I

Sunday, April 15, 2012

Important aspect of glacier change is irrigation change. This might actually make Indo-Pak relationship over Kashmir worse. http://ping.fm/2GQL6
palladium - something that provides safety. Do you use a tinfoil hat as a palladium? Protects against cosmic rays and dragons.
4/15/1955: Ray Kroc opens the first McDonald's restaurant in Des Plaines, Illinois. I'll have fires with that.
A good first lady might help a president get reelected, but it's hard to care about the candidate's wife. http://ping.fm/YueQb
If you enjoyed Apostle Rising, you will love Richard Godwin's new book Mr. Glamour.
http://ping.fm/Paqkm
OUT OF THE BOX: A SOUL’S SURPRISING JOURNEY by Barbara Lucerne Woolley a true story of a soul reawakening: http://ping.fm/IqTLJ

Saturday, April 14, 2012

So will the right wing go after this bozo the way they went after Hillary Rosen? http://ping.fm/LWExC
Great thing about writing fiction, we create world in which we want to live. But best writing has pain & tears not just laughter. http://ping.fm/FPBRW
Is it the last night on The Titanic? Will you allow the world to sink, or will you take the helm and live responsibly?
4/14/2003: Human genome sequence mapped. What do you mean I'm Memorex?
Are you a true professional when it comes to Marketing and Promoting your service or product?
http://ping.fm/Sgpb8
As an author, this makes me wince. As a lover of creativity it is a joy. Books transformed into art. http://ping.fm/siMXP
OUT OF THE BOX: A SOUL’S SURPRISING JOURNEY by Barbara Lucerne Woolley a true story of reawakening: http://ping.fm/4FiY3
4/14/1865- Father Abraham shot at Ford's Theater. A gentle soul and valiant warrior is stilled.

Friday, April 13, 2012

Weep for the land. Weep for the people. But tears cannot wash the soul clean. In My Father's House There Are Many Murders http://ping.fm/8geHR
So Mitt Romney will defend the NRA and permissive gun laws. Not what he said as governor, but they should trust him. http://ping.fm/ReyhH
Of course when satellite flies over, the penguins look up and falling over backward. But counting penguins could be fun. http://ping.fm/FS16x
Author Oana's unconventional advice to young women how to interpret men's behavior dating.
http://ping.fm/YCTLl
A state where the legislature is crazier than Arizona. Should we warn mothers from holding their children's hands? http://ping.fm/ZEKBR
Are they coming to take you away? Away to the funny farm? Ah, yes, the asylum. http://ping.fm/hu8W6
'Paraskevidekatriaphobia' - fear of Friday the 13th. Irrational, real, or just a good excuse for a day in bed? You choose.
So is Cory Booker really Superman or just an outstanding guy in politician's clothing? http://ping.fm/BuiYJ

Thursday, April 12, 2012

A nice bedtime read just for you. Listen to this Dark Warning. http://ping.fm/Ysp5Z
A story to make you feel and hopefully think. http://ping.fm/u9fXn
Once again the underlying attitude toward women of the far right comes through loud and clear. http://ping.fm/yMFLu
German dad puts the new Ipad his daughter has given him to good use. http://ping.fm/YD3lD
Celebrating for my friend Richard Goodwin. His second novel, Mr. Glamour, released today. http://ping.fm/AXxnO
How wonderful would this be? A vaccine against cancer--we can all dream. http://ping.fm/FrV5N
Banks suing themselves. And they keep getting bonuses? http://ping.fm/VDXsV
4/12/1861: Confederate troops fire 1st shots of Civil War at Ft Sumter, Charleston, South Carolina. A nation in tragedy, a union saved.
Balconies: Some great and some funky architectural and design ideas. Now, back to the chaise. http://ping.fm/iTGr5
4/12/1945, Franklin D. Roosevelt dies of cerebral hemorrhage in Warm Springs, Ga. Vice President Harry S Truman becomes president.

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

America's new game: Where's George Zimmerman. Sell your reported sighting. http://ping.fm/kZ1v6
4/11/1856: Juan Santamaría sacrifices life to drive William Walker, ancestor of Bush family from Costa Rica. Wish we had done same.
I share some thoughts on being a socially conscious writer. http://ping.fm/74f1u

Tuesday, April 10, 2012

Once again Arizona's legislature has redefined ridiculous. Life begins 2 weeks before conception. (WHAT?) http://ping.fm/LJ2VY
I hope they gave the dog a nice bone. "Good dog, bite the bad guy." Police dogs are great. http://ping.fm/SpjhZ
Every time somebody buys a copy of Memoirs From the Asylum an angel applauds. Keep those celestial beings happy. http://ping.fm/CsmKf
Is Mother Nature sending them a warning? Titanic memorial cruise hits emergency snag. http://ping.fm/xiFm1
Writing to upset: http://ping.fm/9UkMn
In 1 hour and 45 minutes tune in and listen as I say silly things. http://ping.fm/RBEv0
The sickness of hatred is infected America. And the gun industry and its toadies in ALEC and state legislatures encourage it. http://ping.fm/SZPJ2
Zimmerman asking public donations. Anybody want to help support him outside of a prison? http://ping.fm/ZaFcY
To help you understand The Hajj, the pilgrimage to Mecca that is so central to Islam. http://ping.fm/i6Acr
4/10/1719: Great Britain enacts first law regulating copyright. We authors must be grateful for that protection. Now how to get publicity?
“Dancing on Mars” from ATTMP is a feast, not an appetizer. You'll want to share it with friends: http://ping.fm/CPPBq
This is national library week. Ask your library to add a copy of Memoirs From the Asylum. http://ping.fm/1ac8z
April 10, 1947, Brooklyn Dodgers president Branch Rickey announces he's purchased contract of Jackie Robinson from Montreal Royals.
Monsanto has become the cross of gold of today's farmers. Should a corporation be able to sue a state over regulations? http://ping.fm/k1dD2
Author Oana shares outrageously funny out-of-the-box love and dating tips.
http://ping.fm/kLWF7

Monday, April 9, 2012

Have teens who use Internet? Want to discuss this article with them? Maybe. Sure, it's gross, but it might make them think. http://ping.fm/NRTj3
4/9/1865, Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee surrenders to Union Gen. Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox Court House, VA. 147 years & rancor lingers

Sunday, April 8, 2012

Every holiday deserves good stories. For you holiday season, enjoy this piece of FlashFiction
http://ping.fm/p1oT5
Every holiday should have its special stories. For this holiday season, "For Your Holiday", Flash fiction. http://ping.fm/0hOY8
Is there a WarOnWomen? My satiric take at http://ping.fm/rtths
My friend K. Dawn Byrd has a new book coming out, so I want to give her a shout out. Keep an eye out for Shattered Identity. http://ping.fm/Attle
Delighted to be featured on Emerging Novelists. Always happy to do an interview about my writing career. http://ping.fm/uzUai
My satiric view of the war on women. Please read, share, comment. http://ping.fm/azrHW
Have we reached the age of Malthus? Will we rethink population and consumption? Is the earth full? http://ping.fm/3G6AI
Amazon gives out Kindles for special needs learners. Good show. Hope they all read my books. http://ping.fm/WhQ6N
4/8/1974: Hank Aaron's 715th home run breaks Babe Ruth's record. Welcome to baseball season. Got to love the game.
Great new word department--Apotropaic ap-uh-truh-PEY-ik, adj:
Intended to ward off evil. Walking around ladders is apotropaic behavior.

Saturday, April 7, 2012

Let us celebrate good teaching. And when kids learn, they also learn to learn. http://ping.fm/3C0ab
Equity isn't something people deserve, it's what rich people expect from their investments.
Never let it be doubted, people go with strange jewelry. Here are some wild rings http://ping.fm/s1hN0
Another very old building torn down, and ATTMP author Monica Brinkman reacts. http://ping.fm/aItB6 Preserving our history.
Thomas, move towards the light. http://ping.fm/n41jC

Friday, April 6, 2012

Miracle or imagination? You be the judge-Within An Angels Wings by Monica Brinkman
http://ping.fm/eeqvY
"If You Fall and You Get Up" by ATTMP author Sal Buttaci - a meditation on Easter
http://ping.fm/BVNuW
My thoughts on Treyvon Marin, George Zimmerman, and self-defense. http://ping.fm/I4kl2
Ready for a good laugh? Here's a great piece of British humor. http://ping.fm/xMSEK
Anybody notice that the Obama administration has actually seen a shrinkage of government? http://ping.fm/vzx9v
While I respect this Marine's right to his opinion, he doesn't have a right to express them using his uniform. What do you think? http://ping.fm/33YKh

Thursday, April 5, 2012

Read "The Brown Bean Caper" by ATTMP author Sal Buttaci
http://tinyurl.com/7afy36g
Somebody asked me what I've been working on. I just gave him this website. http://ping.fm/Wx2Zn
Celebrate spring and the wonder of nature. Watch. http://ping.fm/lxJ6R
Okay, hyenas fasting for Lent. This tickles me. http://ping.fm/gfLud
The Justice Dept. gets it. Arpaio doesn't negotiate in good faith. Sadly many in Maricopa County haven't figured him out yet. http://ping.fm/rCSNt
GOP Dream Act may not be best law, but it's a positive start. But what about those who just want to go to work? http://ping.fm/6f8xz
4/5/1930: Mohandas Gandhi breaks British law by marching to the sea and making salt. With such resistance an empire was crumbled.

Wednesday, April 4, 2012

One of those funny videos that have to be shared. http://ping.fm/lHO4N
Have you missed this love story? http://ping.fm/ujTBo
A YouTube to offend, but what the heck, it's spring. http://ping.fm/lPoWm
Pardon me if I have no interest. But there are flowers to smell and clouds to admire. Beauty to behold. So for today, I have no interest.
In fairness, we should all note that NBC did effectively alter the facts in this instance. http://ping.fm/QAhQ6
When does political correctness in education become absurdity? About here. My only comment ARRRGH! http://ping.fm/sLjFF
ATTMP Author Glenn Parkhurst attempts to write a novel in 5 days. Follow along as he works.
http://ping.fm/CllMG
One way to reduce cost of healthcare and rate of iatrogenic problems, cut back unnecessary tests and treatments. http://ping.fm/nWxtk
ATTMPress Author Oana teaches us to avoid talking about ourselves and our books ad nauseam.
http://ping.fm/PwuyT
April 4, 1968, civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. shot to death in Memphis, Tenn. What have we learned from this great man?
Delighted to tell you that my story, A Joe, has been included in a new anthology, It Was All Preordained. http://ping.fm/Wy2oH

Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Spent 3 hours at Social Security today. My wife reaching magic age. Saw hardworking & polite civil servants & appreciated their assistance.
If you hatch Easter eggs, will the chick come out in color? Is it okay to make deviled eggs from those Easter eggs? So many questions.
How do you escape the past when the hardest one to forgive is yourself? Watch the trailer here: http://ping.fm/lKEVf

Monday, April 2, 2012

The situation in Japan just gets scarier and worse. http://ping.fm/Xk0R6
K. Dawn Byrd's book "Lessons From the Open Road," a book of devotionals based on her motorcycle experiences. Check it out at http://ping.fm/DdFUy
4/2/1513: Juan Ponce de León discovers Florida. Didn't find the fountain of youth but the old folks still go there.
Can we empathize with those whose political views differ from outs? http://ping.fm/7Hdkr
Read "Praise Poems from the Heart" by ATTMP author and poet Sal Buttaci
http://ping.fm/1IFJa
The best way to make sure that government works is to take part. Voting is important but not enough.
Another sign that things are getting better. http://ping.fm/zwnRj
Always glad to see punitive reaction to government waste. I particularly think the mind reader a bit much. http://ping.fm/JBTub
4/2/1902: First full-time movie theater opens in LA. I love my movies; how about you?
If you have not watched this, you should. Warning, if you are into Intelligent Design, forget about it. http://ping.fm/Dpjpj
The true dilemma for us omnivores - how to share the food so the species we want to eat get enough to eat. http://ping.fm/pQUsu

Sunday, April 1, 2012

NPR has done an excellent piece about the Trayvon Martin case and the race issue that underlies it. http://ping.fm/mxQWn
My dear friend Sal Buttaci reads some of his poetry. A viewer friendly video from a fine writer. http://ping.fm/4ZEE0
Farewell, Earl Scruggs; you have left a legacy of great banjo picking. http://ping.fm/wBcvS
Spent the morning writing guest blogs and doing interviews. Now who will buy my wonderful books? http://ping.fm/jCARc
Sometimes the inhumanity of mankind just boggles my mind. http://ping.fm/Q9EI5
My friend Monica always has something to tell us. News-entertainment-inspirations http://ping.fm/zr385
One of the best and least informative analyses of Mitt Romney I've seen. "A Quantum Theory," too real and too funny. http://ping.fm/6hBeH

Saturday, March 31, 2012

Of course we have a choice: To care and fight for justice or to accept a world that is unacceptable. I choose to care. What about you?
Even Jeb Bush is wondering why Zimmerman wasn't arrested. http://ping.fm/9ROfh
Love & magic! Danger & romance! - Does a Dark Moon call you? A novel from ATTMP author Maggie Tideswell. http://ping.fm/0ArL5
Hey teachers, taking the sting out of teaching poetry” Sal Buttaci http://ping.fm/5D7HT
Went to advanced screening of Chimpanzee today. Great for 4-10 year-olds. Long on sweet, but good photography.
Marketing, promotion, and personal insight by ATTMP author & Authors Info Columnist Monica Brinkman http://ping.fm/6xc9m
Secret of being a successful writer: Don't quit your day job. http://ping.fm/TiLQk
Funeral directors oppose healthcare. Laughter may be the best medicine. http://ping.fm/xNoRf
A Journey Through the Paranormal-Part III by ATTMP author Monica Brinkman. True story and quite eerie.
http://ping.fm/SlDsk

Friday, March 30, 2012

Here's a nice story to help you fall asleep. http://ping.fm/1R6et
In case you missed this important message. http://ping.fm/sTrX9
A story of sadness. Listen at http://ping.fm/omnWd
In the vein of Heart of Darkness, I offer you In My Father's House There Are Many Murders. Listen at http://ping.fm/ikfpR
I have no problem with god. It's the humans who give me agita.
Let me entertain you. Listen to In My Father's House. http://ping.fm/tUwZe (Plz RT)
“Taking the Sting out of Teaching Poetry” by ATTMP author Sal Buttaci http://ping.fm/aoGe6
Something that is just too good to not share. http://ping.fm/1ZFyR
3/30/1867: Alaska purchased by US for $7.2 million. Another waste of taxpayer money? Yes, gov't does some good things.
“Avoid Dependence on ‘The Lady in the Long Blue Gown.” ATTMP author Sal Buttaci
http://ping.fm/eqSgi RT
Love & magic! Danger & romance! - Does a Dark Moon call you? A novel from ATTMP author Maggie Tideswell. http://ping.fm/Fsopb

Thursday, March 29, 2012

Does Rick Santorum have any sense of human dignity? Any sense at all? Telling a kid not to use a pink bowling ball. Really? http://ping.fm/wVlNI
Acclaimed author Roland Allnach from All Things That Matter Press publishes new blog - check it out at http://ping.fm/RaXBj
Rachel's Children - I'd call this a masterpiece of remembrance by ATTMP author Jean Rodenbough
http://ping.fm/n7IW8
Love and magic! Danger and romance! - Does a Dark Moon call you? A novel from ATTMP author Maggie Tideswell. http://ping.fm/Xab9G
I love doing interview, especially when we discuss writing and writers. http://ping.fm/dWrl0
Check out a new novel by my friend Richard Stephenson. "Collapse". Enjoy free peek at first seven chapters.
http://ping.fm/gZa4b
A fun video about an unusual pig http://ping.fm/HTclk

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

If you like Bluegrass Music, this is really sad news. Earl Scruggs has died. http://ping.fm/Ib5nU
Let us celebrate teachers, especially those who have a sense of humor. http://ping.fm/tIcix

Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Check out the headlines, the stories, the inspirations.
http://ping.fm/XPH8k
New blog: I discuss the writing of voice. Have I found the Native American in us all? http://ping.fm/9cUPC
When teachers are sure of the right answers, they seldom ask children to think about important questions. ttp://www.authorkenweene.com
"Jesus Died for Our Sins," a reflection by Sal Buttaci, ATTMP author
http://ping.fm/DuRRM
Didn't go to Catholic School in the 1940s? See what you missed!
THREE SISTER NUN STORIES FROM CHILDHOOD by Sal Buttaci http://bit.ly/H80XQ0
Freedom of religion must not mean giving religion freedom to do wrong. This is a landmark case holding the Church responsible. http://ping.fm/jtdQg

Monday, March 26, 2012

Horror has a new address … Chicago!
#Vampires “Night Falls on Chicago” by ATTMP's Kaycee Nilson: http://ping.fm/czRv4
I share a bit of my writing reality. Please read, comment, and share. http://ping.fm/4kyOk
Sometimes we can vote for a real public servant. This year in Maricopa County, Arizona, we have a fine man running for sheriff. http://ping.fm/3MaKz
My fellow ATTMP author, Oana, explains why we love our publisher. http://ping.fm/lwf7n
When the justice system doesn't act justly, can we expect the citizenry to respect the laws? http://ping.fm/ISAbK
Three stories of childhood by ATTMP's Sal Buttaci, a great friend and writer. http://ping.fm/SQF5Q
Like country-western? Willie is outstanding. Here is young and doing some of his hits. http://ping.fm/XrwbU
It bothers me less that the U.S. is paying a death price in Afghanistan than that so many Americans don't understand why.
Horror has a new address … Chicago! Do vampires have morals and ethics? Find out in “Night Falls on Chicago” http://ping.fm/PWX2R
Santorum demonstrates his lack of presidential capacity. How intrusive into separate but equal judiciary can he be? http://ping.fm/Pbwk7
3/26/1979 Camp David peace treaty signed by Prime Minister Begin of Israel & President Sadat of Egypt. Peace, what a glorious goal.

Sunday, March 25, 2012

Just one more direction in which Obama is working to make this a better world. http://ping.fm/OhQ8R
So many poems./
The metaphors whistle by./
Bullets of meaning.

Saturday, March 24, 2012

We don't need railroads, safe bridges & good highways, not when we can force ultrasounds on women. American priorities? http://ping.fm/vbPPD
I thought I heard angels./ Naturally I approached/ and found you/ singing in the garden./ Yes, it was truly Heaven,/ and I am here.
Nice poem "Trumpets" by ATTMP author Harris Tobias
http://ping.fm/rO8X4
The important thing in this story is students left class, reported teacher, and school administrator responded. Bravo http://ping.fm/BmUtx

Friday, March 23, 2012

Life and death and the dreams of both. God Complex by ATTMP author
Trevor Hallam. Review on Author Exposure.
http://ping.fm/GY6kg
For the love of nature and birds, enjoy this wonderful video of robins. http://ping.fm/ovhib
Autism - can we learn more about it? First step reliable diagnostic marker. Have they found one? http://ping.fm/3NUjZ
3/23/1857: First Otis elevator installed in New York City. Life does have its ups and downs.

Thursday, March 22, 2012

Mysteries, magic, and secrets: Dark is the Sky by my friend Jessica Chambers. http://ping.fm/4SnHu
Who said the sonnet was dead? Read one by ATTMP author Sal Buttaci
http://ping.fm/XCdiE RT
Secret kept for 12 years & the family it will tear apart. Dark is the Sky by ATTMP author Jessica Chambers http://ping.fm/gYGU8
Should one man be allowed to dump this much money into an election campaign? $18 million. I think it subverts democracy. http://ping.fm/b3vDM
3/22/1972, Congress sends proposed Equal Rights Amendment to the states for ratification. It fell short of the 3/4 approval needed.

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

March 21, 1965, more than 3,000 led by Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. began their march from Selma to Montgomery, Ala. Wasn't that a time?
The GOP never owns its own history. Top spending presidents all Republicans. But they want to tell us how to fix debt. http://ping.fm/XT2ZU
One of my short stories is now available in a Kindle anthology. Check out A Torn Page and my story Clarinet. http://ping.fm/4KhTU

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

In the books that matter category: 3/20/1852: Harriet Beecher-Stowe's anti-slavery book, Uncle Tom's Cabin, published.
As shrink I met many people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome & Crohn's Disease. Here's new therapy for those disabling conditions. http://ping.fm/7q58N
How often do want-to-be activists waste law enforcement time that could be spent combating human smuggling? http://ping.fm/sjI3E
Do we communicate efficiently with our pets? Author and Animal activist Oana says no.
http://ping.fm/dIGY9

Monday, March 19, 2012

It is sad that the federal government has to be involved, but it is certainly the right thing to do. http://ping.fm/7pZEd
St. Joseph's Day (3/19) always celebration in our family. Read about it & about St. Joseph - ATTMP's Sal Buttaci. http://ping.fm/vrp1L
The best measure of a person's worth is neither wealth nor the numbers who know his name but the lives he has touched for good.
A short chapter from Tales From the Dew Drop Inne. Enjoy listening. http://ping.fm/PJ7WD
This is my kind of logic (and diet) http://ping.fm/UQmjV
Congratulations New Jersey on your high marks for good government. http://ping.fm/FehM5
ollow Bled Out (ATTMP) Author Glenn Oliver Parkhurst as he attempts to write a novel in 5 days, posted live http://ping.fm/8r2Pt
Question to not be answered: When we are gone, how long will the emails still come? How does the world of electrons know one of us is gone?
Things that are old and still work: the idea makes me happy. Here they are: http://ping.fm/ifSF5
The real issue, a federal administration that is trying to plan for the future and an opposition that looks to the past. http://ping.fm/vs8JP

Sunday, March 18, 2012

In case there is anyone wondering why the U.S. is becoming a laughing stock in the world - one example. http://ping.fm/ETke4
The king of Tonga has died. the 106, 000 citizens of this last Pacific kingdom are, I am sure, feeling great loss.
The live among us, well maybe not for long. Laugh if you will at some Darwin Award contenders. http://ping.fm/7d3NA
Never think that I don't care; there is so much to care about and so little time. That is why every day I say a prayer for all.
If you like places where everyone knows you, you may just love Tales From the Dew Drop Inne. http://ping.fm/LWSgl
This may be the sickest thing I've ever heard. http://ping.fm/K44SO
Interested in science? Want to just have fun exploring some terms and ideas? Visit http://ping.fm/XBEg7
brisance bri-ZAHNS , noun: The shattering effect of a high explosive. How can a word that sounds so good mean something so evil?

Saturday, March 17, 2012

My wish for tonight, that everyone read Memoirs From the Asylum, a book that will help you to understand freedom. http://ping.fm/QiCMA
3/18/1314: Jacques de Molay is burned at the stake. The last grand master of the Knights Templar.
A good and pious man has died; condolences to his flock in Egypt and the rest of the world. http://ping.fm/taz3o
ATTMP author MonicaBrinkman shares a true, frightening story of the paranormal.
http://ping.fm/H1Ej3
The word makes nice sounds -- selcouth SEL-kooth (adj) Strange; uncommon. Selcouth is a selcouth word, seldom used less understood
There was much wrong with Justice Dept during Bush presidency. In Alaska, they went after Republican. Why? http://ping.fm/dFoX4
Read a bit of personal humor and possibly win a copy of Tales From the Dew Drop Inne. http://ping.fm/9LUGn
Yes, America, there are some sick people out there who want to propagandize to your kids. http://ping.fm/K5yUi

Friday, March 16, 2012

What does it take to add a bit of goodness to the world? Read "A Kind Gentleman" by ATTMP author Sal Buttaci.
http://ping.fm/puYJu
Monica Brinkman's Turn of The Karmic Wheel is "A beautiful blend of mysticism and spirituality" http://ping.fm/QJhtV
Carrie Nation would be proud. Obviously it is all the Devi's work. Just get rid of the bad stuff and prosperity follows. LOL http://ping.fm/4Vf2Q