Redhead’s Reality Rants

My Cross to Bear

June 4, 2007 General

Turkey and I have engaged in quite a bit of pontificating recently about health care, doctors, and their maddening practices (or lack thereof). Today I introduce a new topic into the discussion, one that isnâ€™t necessarily about doctors or their practices but one which cannot be ignored. In this case, â€œthe clinic,â€ as I shall call it, serves as the backdrop for some of the most inappropriate and arrogant work behavior I have ever encountered.

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Box Office Rip-Off

June 26, 2006 General

Ah, summer nights. A time for leisure and relaxation. For having fun. Hot summer nights are made for going to the movies. Happy people hanging out. The air smells like hot dogs on the grill. The Fourth of July is just around the corner. It’s time to take your place in line at the box office to see the new thriller, romantic comedy or action picture. So, let’s go to the show!

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Mythical America: Dobson, Jesus and the Thorn in Our Side

May 15, 2006 General

James C. Dobson, founder of Focus on the Family, an influential fundamentalist Christian organization, says he is “deeply disappointed in President Bush and Congressional Republicans” for “betraying social conservatives.” Dobson and others of his ilk want the current administration to come out more strongly against abortion, gay rights and immigration.

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