John Edwards finally mans-up

After years of secrets, infidelity, cheesy smiles, and flat-out lies, John Edwards has finally admitted that he fathered the daughter of his former videographer, Rielle Hunter. Man-of-the-year released a statement and said "I am Quinn's Father" after hearing that a former aide is about to release a tell-all book about Edwards and his failed Presidential campaigns.

In July, 2007 Edwards renewed his wedding vows with his wife of 30 years, Elizabeth; who has been battling incurable bone cancer since 2007. About eight months later, the child was born. Classy.

God Bless you Elizabeth Edwards. Your son dies, your husband cheats, and you have cancer. It's not fair but you handle it with such grace.

As for former Senator haircut, do us all a favor and step out of the public limelight. You have embarrassed your family and your party. I'm so over your lying interviews and speeches. I'd rather watch Jersey Shore than you on Oprah again. Even The Situation would probably make a better husband.

Cindy McCain "comes out" for marriage equality!

Cindy McCain, wife of John McCain contacted the folks at the NOH8 campaign and requested a photo shoot to show her opposition to Proposition 8, which banned same-sex marriage in California. The would-be first lady most likely heard about this from her daughter, Mehgan McCain, who is an avid gay rights activist...and yes....a Republican. You can be a Republican and not hate gay people. I know lots of them. Well, a few.

Anyway, what an awesome statement from the spouse of the leader of the Republican party!! Her husband does not share her opinion on gay marriage; at least not publicly. Either way, I think it says a lot about all of the McCains. Including Senator McCain. His wife has her own opinion and is free to speak it. He commented on Imus this morning that their conversations at home about the subject are "spirited". I bet. Although I'm not entirely convinced that personally, he's as against marriage equality as he says but I'll take his word for it.

Thank you, Cindy McCain for taking such a courageous stand on marriage equality!

Another uninvited guest gets into the White House?!?!

This is ridiculous. Is it just me? Am I the only one thoroughly disturbed at the fact that there has now been another person identified as getting into the same White House dinner that media-whores Tareq and Michaele Solahi go into?!

The secret service announced that a third unidentified person was able to get through security and attend the White House state dinner for India's prime minister. Apparently he arrived with members of the delegation but was not on the Secret Service's prescreened list of approved guests.

The Secret Service says that the man did not get near the President of First Lady. Really? How do they know? Oh, they must have checked the man's facebook.

The Secret Service director has said that the security breach was his agency's fault but the President was never at risk. Umm, how do you put the words: Secret-Service-Security-Breach-President-never-at-risk in one sentence?!

If I were President Obama, I'd be looking for a more thorough security detail...like Paul Blart mall cop.

Heated White House exchange

White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs got into a heated discussion with April Ryan, of American Urban Radio yesterday. Ryan was questioning Gibbs about those stupid annoying party crashers and the role that the White House social secretary played at the party. He got annoyed and belittled her. She shot back.

He made a good point at the end, stating that they should get back to more important things, "like 98,000 men and women in Afghanistan" True, but I think they use the war as an excuse when they don't want to talk about a subject.

"How did those party crashers get into the White House?!"
"Why are we talking about this, there's a war going on!"

"Why is the President keeping Bernanke on?"
"Why are we talking about this, there's a war going on!"

"Will sending 30,000 more troops to Afghanistan speed up the completion of our mission there?"
"Why are we talking about this, ther.....oh..."

Surprise Kitty!

This kitten is too adorable. You can't help but smile when you watch this. Happy Friday :)

Campbell elects first gay, Asian-American mayor!

Yes, my sleepy little hometown, Campbell, California has elected a new mayor. The Campbell City Council elected Evan Low to be Campbell's newest mayor in a Tuesday night vote. He is 26, Asian-American, and gay.

Low grew up in San Jose, but moved to Campbell eight years ago. He ran for city council unsuccessfuly in 2004, but won a seat in 2006. He says he never considered moving to a larger, more gay friendly city such as San Francisco. "For me, it's about making a difference in the community I live in." he said in an interview "Campbell is my home".

He's taking a grass roots approach to increasing the tolerance level in this country. Don't get me wrong, it's great that we have Gavin "It's gonna happen, like it or not" Newsom in San Francisco, but IT'S SAN FRANCISCO. Although I appreciate his preaching to the choir, it's time to raise the awareness level in smaller towns such as Campbell. This is a small, quiet step in the right direction.

Congratulations Mr. Mayor!

I'm baaaaaaaaack!!!

Well, I've been away from blogging for too long. The last 90 days or so have been quite hectic with work, vacation, holidays, etc. Life is good, no complaints but I've held back my opinions for far too long. It's time to come back and give all of you (and by all of you, I mean my mom and the 4 other people who occasionally read this) my long overdue opinion. I feel like I've missed out on so much. So many things to discuss...

- Sarah Palin's new book (which I'm currently reading, review to follow)
- The Fort Hood tragedy
- The White House party crashers (someone put them and the Gosselin's on an island with no TV cameras PLEASE)
- Joy Behar's new show on HLN
- Holloween
- ....and the best show on TV, Modern Family

I won't try and catch up on all these topics, just move ahead as there are bound to be plenty more topics and train wrecks to discuss as we close out 2009.

I also changed the blog header pic. Used to be a black-and-white I took of the Golden Gate Bridge. I took this new one of our beautiful city skyline from Dolores Park at dusk. Please visit soon for more updates. In the meantime, here's one thing I've been up to:

Went to see the Christmas Tree lighting in Union Square on Friday. Mayor Newsom did the countdown. They have a lot in common, him and the tree. Both tall and majestic. Fortunately, I think this time only the tree was lit.

This is why I don't ride MUNI...

I have seen too many accidents, rude drivers, and now fights to use MUNI as my preferred form of transportation. I will take it on occasion, but only when absolutely necessary. Otherwise I will drive, cab it, or most preferably, scoot. Just my luck one of these crazy women will cut me off as I scoot down Market. Here's hoping they are permanent MUNI riders and not drivers!

Not gonna lie, quite entertaining to watch:

Joy Behar, Ann Coulter debate Sarah Palin

I know the title sounds like you are at the Cougar exhibit at the zoo but was actually a segment on Joy Behar's new show on HLN (check it out).

I love Joy Behar, and I love to hate Sarah Palin and Ann Coulter so this made for a very interesting segment for me. Enjoy:

President Clinton changes his view on gay marriage...for the better!

I have been a huge fan of President Clinton for many years. I had the privilege of meeting him once in 1997. (Have I mentioned that before? Probably. And I probably will again. It was a thrilling night!) I have a new reason to admire this great man and brilliant politician. He has changed his view and is "now personally" for same-sex marriage!

This is much different from his public stance on it when he was President. I also give him so much credit for admitting that he has changed his mind. So many politicians stick to outdated concepts because they don't want to seem like they are "flip-flopping" (thanks Karl Rove for that term) but President Clinton is a not afraid to say he has changed his mind.

I wish I could be alive 100 years from now to see how his legacy compares to that of his predecessor...what was his name again? Ahh, the memory (nightmare) is fading.

Thank you President Clinton. You continue to be an advocate for progress.