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November 6, 2016

What's to keep an absentee voter from taking a selfie

in the privacy of one's home? Would there be consequences for that?
Seems like these bans need to be updated for today's reality and technology.

November 6, 2016

Trump rally in Denver Sat. evening:

Does anyone recognize the priest sitting just to the right of Trump?
I say "priest" because he wore a clerical collar, but he could be a denomination other than Roman Catholic, though nor likely.
Two rows above a woman wore a tee-shirt that read "Catholics for Trump".

It made me so angry to see his smug face giving credence to Trump's over-the-top words.
I consider it a disgrace and a scandal that a man of God would lend whatever credibility he has to this vile, vulgarian excuse for a political leader. How can he minister to those who reject the very thought of Trump as a President of the US?

It's highly likely that the priest and the tee-shirt woman were plucked out of the attendees to be showcased throughout the nation.

November 5, 2016

I hear you, and realize there's much to what you say.

My home is one-floor also, and some accommodations - hand rails, higher commodes, walk-in shower - are in place.
Plus it's the place my adult kids gather for holidays.
And, frankly, the idea of moving is physically daunting. - I have limited energy and stamina for all that a move would entail.
I also keep odd hours - up late at night, sleep in in the morning.
Food/meals are to be considered. - I like a hot meal in the evening, though I no longer cook. I get prepared meals from supermarket or drive-throughs that prepare your order on the spot.
I could get help in to assist as needed as/if I become limited.

Therein lies the dilemma I first spoke of

November 5, 2016

Was there a vote by the eight justices or was the matter simply referred back to

the Appeals Court?
I didn't see that in the TPM story (unless I missed it).

November 5, 2016

Not many Hispanics in Ohio either - unfortunately.

Ohio is predicted to go Red.
It would seem that Kasich's lack of endorsement for Trump has no effect on Repubs thinking. - Many/most repubs are still going to vote Trump, apparently.

November 5, 2016

The independent living apt. I have in mind, though I haven't toured it yet,

is part of my larger neighborhood, and presumably I'll still be driving for a while. Dinner is offered daily, brunch on Sunday, other than that you're on your own, which is fine. - Breakfast & lunch I can do easily. I know of some of the residents, but do not know them well. It's considered rather upscale, was converted from an Apartment to a non-profit independent living a number of years ago. My adult children are within several miles.

Your question: are you inferring there are some things I'd better know before proceeding with independent living?

November 5, 2016

Housing decision - stay in my (now overlarge) home, with lawn care & other

constant maintenance, move to independent living apt. where other levels of care will be available if/when needed, or move to a condo, realizing that I may require another move should long-term care be necessary.

November 3, 2016

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