wenn man sich so anhört, wie die anwälte der demokraten und republikaner schon vor der wahl schlange stehen, das ergebnis anzufechten wegen möglicher irregularitäten (defekte wanlcomputer, emailwahl, bewußt lang gehaltene warteschlangen) schlage ich den amerikanischen lösungsansatz vor: demokratie aus b-52 bombern über florida abwerfen

mir ist heute mal wieder post der amerikanischen steuerbehörde ins haus geflattert. in anbetracht der tatsache, dass ich 2006 zuletzt in den usa gearbeitet habe und eigentlich der meinung war, alles einkommen ordentlich versteuert zu haben, fuhr mir dennoch ein gehöriger schreck ins gebein. dies mulmige gefühl verstärkte sich enorm, als meine weit aufgerissenen augen das wort mahnung erblickten. ich werde mit diesem schreiben aufgefordert sofort und unverzüglich meinen steuerrückzahlungsscheck aus dem jahr 2008 einzulösen! wie bitte? das finanzamt droht mir, wenn ich nicht gefälligst schleunigst meine kohle kassiere?
hintergrund ist, dass ich auf meine rückzahlung von 14,37usd verzichtet habe und mir stattdessen den äusserst hübsch anzusehenden scheck gerahmt und an die wand gehängt habe. aber das ist wohl nicht erlaubt :-)

seit langem mal wieder richtig spannend. jetzt the who in der halbzeitshow.

man müßte mal wieder urlaub machen...

GROUNDHOG DAY CELEBRATION 2009
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2
123rd Trek to Gobbler's Knob for Phil's Official Prognostication!
Live entertainment, music, fireworks, and fun with the Groundhog Club Inner Circle.
Phil's official prediction at daybreak (approximately 7:25 AM)
No alcoholic beverages or illegal substances are permitted on the premises.
Gates open at 3:00 AM - Please dress for the weather.

Courtesy of the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club.
Barclay Square, downtown Punxsutawney.

Featuring entertainment, Balloon Artist, Face Painting, a reptile exhibit, ice carving,
chainsaw carving, food vendors and a mural you help create

Enter to win our annual Groundhog Day Quilt 5:00 AM - 2:00 PM Information Station
8:30 AM Dennie Huber (magician)
9:30 AM Dentco presentation of bronze groundhog
10:00 AM Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Groundhogs with Ben Hughes and John Griffiths (Phil's Handlers)
12:00 AM Inner Circle Autograph Session

Groundhog Day Town Events

All night - 2:00 PM Punxsutawney React, (Trailer across from Barclay Square), Homemade Soups, Sandwiches, and Hot Beverages
Open all night - Midnight McDonalds, 102 N Findley St, Now selling mochas, lattes, cappuccinos, and hot chocolate
Open all night - Midnight Burger King, 235 Hampton Ave, Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner
All night - 5:00 PM Caterina's Dolce Cucina, 104 W Mahoning St, Lattes, mochas, coffee, pastries, panninis, soups, and more
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM Lily's Restaurant, 533 W Mahoning St, Serving Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Stop by for our Groundhog Weekend Specials.
6:00 AM - 12:00 AM Fox's Pizza Den, 115 N Findley St, extended hours for Groundhog Day Weekend
7:00 AM - 11:00 AM Punxsutawney Country Club, N Main St, Breakfast Buffet, $7.99 Adults, $4.99 Children, Children under 3 free
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM Pancake Breakfast, The Salvation Army, 229 W Mahoning St, Age 13 - Adults $5, Kids 5 - 12 $3.50, Kids 4 and under Free.
7:00 AM - Till sellout Groundhog Day Breakfast, Eagles Club, 238 East Mahoning Street.
7:00 AM - 11:00 AM Breakfast Buffet, Pantall Hotel restaurant, 135 East Mahoning Street.
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM Phil's Shadow Chaser and Warming Hut Café, Punxsutawney Christian School, W Mahoning St, Go deep into Phil's burrow/maze, Café featuring cocoa, snacks, music and karaoke.
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Phil's Official Souvenir Shop, 102 W. Mahoning Street. Everything Groundhog. Phil's Official Souvenirs sold here.
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Roseman's Florist & Gifts, 126 W Mahoning St, Groundhog Souvenirs, unique merchandise, Christmas Items ½ off
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM 15th Annual Groundhog Souvenir Show and Sale; Punxsutawney Area Community Center Gymnasium, 220 N. Jefferson St. All things Groundhog sold here.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Groundhog Treasures and Craft Sale, Punxsutawney Area Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St, All sorts of arts and crafts
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Phil's Food Court, Punxsutawney Area Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson St, Enjoy a delicious meal while you watch a performance or shop the vendors. Everything from Pizza to Haluski here.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Woodchuck Whittle Carving Show, Punxsutawney Area Community Center, 220 N. Jefferson Street. Come and see the beautiful works of art that our carvers have created. Pieces will be for sale or commission.
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Dragonfly Fitness & Model Team 2009 Calendar Signing, Come and meet the models.
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center, 201 N. Findley Street. Come to a place where science and folklore of weather prediction meet in a beautiful building. Visit the exhibits and gift shop.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Punxsutawney Area Historical and Genealogical Society, 400 W Mahoning St, Stop in and visit Punxsutawney's Official Groundhog Day Museum.
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Fairlady & Company, 100 W Mahoning St, Art, Antiques, and Gifts
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center, 201 N. Findley Street. Postcards hand stamped February 2nd and mailed. Cost $1.00.
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Groundhog Luncheon, First English Lutheran Church, Corner of Pine & Gilpin Sts., Soups, sandwiches, desserts, and drinks
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Annual Art Show, Punxsutawney Historical Society, 400 W Mahoning St, Reschini Room, Sponsored by the Punxsutawney Arts Association, Inc. Free to Public
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Kids Celebration, Mary A. Wilson Elementary School, across the bridge from Barclay square. Featuring kid's activities and service agencies. Fun for all. Sponsored by Community Action, Inc and affiliates.
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Phil's Wedding Chapel; Sponsored by Roseman's Florist, Civic Center Complex, Groundhog Day wedding ceremonies performed by our mayor and witnessed by a member of the Inner Circle. Call to register in advance. 1-800-752-7445.
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM B's Books, N Findley St, Across from McDonalds,
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Wizard's Workshop, 549 E Mahoning St, Chainsaw carving from various artists, groundhogs of all shapes and sizes, custom work available
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Phil's Birthday Celebration, Punxsutawney Community Center, Peterson Room, Come and celebrate your February 2nd birthday Phil's way. Cake and punch served. Free gift with proof of birth date.
10:00AM - 12:00OM Oreo Stacking Contest, County Market, Groundhog Plaza, Registration stats at 9:00 AM, Contest for age groups of 3-4, 5-6, 7-8. Free for everyone, winners will receive Groundhog Gift Baskets.
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM 3rd Annual WPXZ Groundhog Day Scavenger Hunt, tune in to WPXZ 104.1 FM for more information.
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Miller Brother's Furniture, 133 W Mahoning St, Come in and ask about our Groundhog Day Special!
10:00 AM Jefferson County Housing Authority Lunch, Jefferson High-rise, Social Hall, Soups, Luiza, Apple Dumplings, Eat In or Take Out.
11:00 AM Crowning of "Little Mr & Mrs Groundhog", Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center Lobby, 201 N Findley St
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Dinner Buffet, Pantall Hotel, 135 East Mahoning Street.
12:30 PM Meteorologist Hall of Fame Induction, Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center Lobby, 201 N Findley St

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and remember, abe is watching you!

bei allem showbusiness und parteigeplänkel, trotz weltkriesen, enrgiepolitikdesaster und politikverdrossenheit, trotz waffenlobby und kennedy-hype: meiner meinung nach wird die amerikanische wahl ausschliesslich durch latenten rassismus an der urne entschieden werden und durch nichts anderes.

wäre sowas nicht viel praktischer für unseren innenminister?

http://www.criminalsearches.com/

kann man auch schön nach promis suchen. viel schlimmer aber die neighbourhoodwatch...

kopfkissenkärtchen von meinem 40 stunden trip im letzten jahr wiederentdeckt als lesezeichen.