Then there is the occasional call into the queue from origins unknown to civilization.

Enjoy this unique piece of voice . . . → Read More: From the queue this morning…]]> Most of the time when folks call into are queue, they have a legitimate need for technical support.  Most of the time, we know who they are and they are in fact, customers of ours.

Then there is the occasional call into the queue from origins unknown to civilization.

Enjoy this unique piece of voice mail on this beautiful Friday morning.

Stang

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Christmas 2011 — Birth of a New Tradition

As the holidays approach, the giant Asian factories are kicking into high gear to provide Americans with monstrous piles of cheaply produced goods — merchandise that has been produced at the expense of American . . . → Read More: Christmas 2011 — Birth of a New Tradition]]> An anonymous thought about Christmas this year…

Christmas 2011 — Birth of a New Tradition

As the holidays approach, the giant Asian factories are kicking into high gear to provide Americans with monstrous piles of cheaply produced goods — merchandise that has been produced at the expense of American labor. This year will be different. This year Americans will give the gift of genuine concern for other Americans. There is no longer an excuse that, at gift giving time, nothing can be found that is produced by American hands. Yes there is!  It’s time to think outside the box, people. Who says a gift needs to fit in a shirt box, wrapped in Chinese produced wrapping paper?

Everyone — yes EVERYONE gets their hair cut. How about gift certificates from your local American hair salon or barber?
Gym membership? It’s appropriate for all ages who are thinking about some health improvement.
Who wouldn’t appreciate getting their car detailed? Small, American owned detail shops and car washes would love to sell you a gift certificate or a book of gift certificates.
Are you one of those extravagant givers who think nothing of plonking down the Benjamines on a Chinese made flat-screen? Perhaps that grateful gift receiver would like his driveway sealed, or lawn mowed for the summer, or driveway plowed all winter, or games at the local golf course.

There are a bazillion owner-run restaurants — all offering gift certificates. And, if your intended isn’t the fancy eatery sort, what about a half dozen breakfasts at the local breakfast joint. Remember, folks this isn’t about big National chains — this is about supporting your home town Americans with their financial lives on the line to keep their doors open.
How many people couldn’t use an oil change for their car, truck or motorcycle, done at a shop run by the American working guy?
Thinking about a heartfelt gift for mom? Mom would LOVE the services of a local cleaning lady for a day.
My computer could use a tune-up, and I KNOW I can find some young guy who is struggling to get his repair business up and running.

OK, you were looking for something more personal. Local crafts people spin their own wool and knit them into scarves. They make jewelry, and pottery and beautiful wooden boxes.
Plan your holiday outings at local, owner operated restaurants and leave your server a nice tip. And, how about going out to see a play or ballet at your hometown theatre.
Musicians need love too, so find a venue showcasing local bands.
Honestly, people, do you REALLY need to buy another ten thousand Chinese lights for the house? When you buy a five dollar string of light, about fifty cents stays in the community. If you have those kinds of bucks to burn, leave the mailman, trash guy or babysitter a nice BIG tip.

You see, Christmas is no longer about draining American pockets so that China can build another glittering city. Christmas is now about caring about US, encouraging American small businesses to keep plugging away to follow their dreams. And, when we care about other Americans, we care about our communities, and the benefits come back to us in ways we couldn’t imagine.   THIS is the new American Christmas tradition.

I saw this ad today and realized that while I may have done some crazy stuff when I was younger, these days, some things are just not for me.  It looks fun and all, but how could you not want to get on it?  Nah, I would ride the 2 wheel version of . . . → Read More: Some things just don’t excite me like they used to!]]> Hello Everyone!

I saw this ad today and realized that while I may have done some crazy stuff when I was younger, these days, some things are just not for me.  It looks fun and all, but how could you not want to get on it?  Nah, I would ride the 2 wheel version of this same bike but not this thing.

Here, hold my beer!

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Oh wait, let . . . → Read More: It’s called a DUST STORM!]]> I have to ask.  What is it with you people and your terminology?  Here in Phoenix, we do not get haboobs, we get dust storms!  I understand what a haboob is, but really?  Do we need such a lame term?  I can understand renaming freeways I guess, but this term is pretty lame.

Oh wait, let me guess.  Using “dust storm” must offend somebody.

I’ve been here nearly 17 years and never heard the term till this year.

And now for the time lapse footage!

I have seen a wall like this one or two other times, but never have I seen before the way it engulfed our neighborhood.  Quite astonishing indeed.  Another tonight perhaps?  We shall . . . → Read More: Phoenix Makes The News…Again]]> Incredible dust storm last night here in Phoenix.  Check out this video footage.

And now for the time lapse footage!

I have seen a wall like this one or two other times, but never have I seen before the way it engulfed our neighborhood.  Quite astonishing indeed.  Another tonight perhaps?  We shall see.