Archive for December 8, 2008

Do The Right Thing, Bill!

By Bob Steiner

The voters have spoken!  Bill  Richardson endorsed the presidential candidate for his party’s nomination, who ultimately won the national election. Congratulations are in order for  all parties concerned!  Our Governor (it seems after much obvious “delay” by the President-elect) was rewarded for his support for Obama by being designated as a member of the President’s cabinet.  While he was beat out for the much desired Secretary of State position by the less-qualified “pants suit” competitor, he at least was finally rewarded with the offer for the Commerce Secretary job. In view of the potential impact this position can have on the present national  economic crisis, this appointment should not be taken lightly. In this position he could do much (or little)  to improve the present financial situation the country is experiencing.

We all  are aware that George Bush is in control of the government until January 20th.  In preparation for the change of administration on that date, other cabinet member appointees have already become involved with their respective “counterparts” on the Bush team. Their goal, of course, is to insure a smooth transition to the Obama contingent.  The Commerce Department, being so important to our economy, especially in view of the present business crisis, would certainly warrant  having the total focus of its appointee.  This, however, as regards Bill Richardson, seems   not to be the case. »» Do The Right Thing, Bill!

Alice King Passes at 78

by John Weckerle

It was a sad moment yesterday when we learned that Alice King, wife of former governor Bruce King and long-time advocate for troubled children, passed away yesterday after suffering a massive stroke Thursday.

I have had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. King several time at functions here in the area, and she was always friendly and warm in her greetings.   As a first lady, and later as a tireless advocate, she worked and fought to protect and serve New Mexico’s children.  Even though she is gone, a part of her will always be there in the lives of those who have been helped by the programs she started and sponsored.

We are asking that anyone who has information on a public memorial service pass the word on to us, so that we can post the details here.

Let It – Well, You Know


by John Weckerle

Well, perhaps this is our fault.  We hauled out the Christmas decorations and started decorating this weekend – and, of course, a winter storm rolled in this morning.  The snow began falling here at about 7:18 this morning.  In keeping with the unusual weather we’ve been getting, online sources indicate that we’ll be having a couple of days of wintry weather, and we’ll be back into the 50s again Thursday.  We’re looking forward to some snow on the ground but, given that it won’t be enough to warrant breaking out the snowshoes, we’re also looking forward to it melting and running into our water harvesting system.