01.24.08
Posted in Movies at 11:37 pm by brmeyer
Months of speculation all came to an end today. What is Quantum of Solace? It’s the name of the 22nd film in the James Bond series. It is an odd choice to be sure, and as with the previous Bond film, Casino Royale, fans once again have something to complain about. Last time, it was the choice of the actor to play the title character, namely Daniel Craig. The title is the topic of ranting for this moment. Those who are true fans of the series will recognize the title as the name of one of the short stories in Ian Fleming’s collection called For Your Eyes Only that was published in 1960. Though I have never read the story, I’ve read a summary of the story in which Bond played only a minor role. It would appear that the plot of this movie will not be based on that particular writing. So how does the title fit in with the continuation of the plot of Casino Royale?
It doesn’t take a miraculous amount of effort to define the words of the title. Quantum can be a significant quantity or bulk. Solace is defined as something that consoles or comforts. In Casino Royale, Bond lost his true love, Vesper Lynd, after being betrayed by her for reasons that have not yet completed unfolded in the reboot of the Bond franchise. As an aside, Quantum of Solace is the first true sequel in the Bond series as its plot follows exactly from that of the previous movie. This has never been done in the history of the 007 films. Casino Royale ended with Bond becoming a focused, yet angry, young agent whose sole purpose appears to be revenge. If revenge is the theme, then it is that which Bond will use as his tool to bring himself consolation for both the loss of his love and the betrayal which he anticipated yet opened himself up to due to that love. In that strict definition, the title fits exactly with the plot.
Quantum of Solace it is. It is cumbersome yet appropriate. I just feel sympathy for the singer that has to write the theme song.
Quantum of Solace Official Site
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10.31.07
Posted in General at 11:26 pm by brmeyer
Happy Halloween! Sort of. I think. The weather certainly gave no indication today that the holiday was upon us and that November is right around the corner. Rather, it was a very balmy 68 degrees or more. In years past, I can remember going Trick or Treating in my grandparents’ neighborhood when there was more than half of a foot of snow. It would be freezing and extremely difficult to walk in the snow while clad in some scary costume. The blistery holiday would remind one of the upcoming Christmas season. Of course, it was probably hot and humid for the kids in their masks and face paint on this day.
But, I really wouldn’t know. The unwritten rules of society say that us bigger kids can’t go from door to door and ask for candy on Halloween. That’s perfectly fine. All of the chocolate and other sweets would keep me up way past my normal bedtime. What is more disturbing, however, is how my local community treats the holiday. The City of Pittsburgh set the Trick or Treat hours to be between 5:30PM and 7:30PM. This is, supposedly, a time set for all neighborhoods. But some neighborhoods, like my own, do not elect to follow the time set by the city. For many reasons, most of which are valid, the local community council has elected to have a party for the kids at a nearby school. Parents that sponsor the event go door-to-door and ask for donations for the party rather than sending the kids to our homes on Halloween night.
Among the reasons given by the parent that collected the money was that the party is safer for the kids. I am totally in agreement. The children can be chaperoned at the party, and the parents know from where the candy is originating. But why remove the spirit of the holiday? Parents should be vigilante and responsible. The kids should be allowed to Trick or Treat with parental supervision. This would limit the number of problems that could arise. There would be someone to monitor the goodies that the people in the neighborhood are passing out to the young ghouls. When I was younger, that’s what happened. My parents took me Trick or Treating, and I wasn’t allowed to eat any candy until it had all been inspected. A fair enough price to pay for oodles of goodies.
This policy represents another way in which children are not allowed to be children anymore. Let them enjoy the holiday and the tradition as others in the past have done. It is a fun time for both the kids and those of us who would love to see their costumes while attempting to frighten them in our own. Why must the fun be taken out of everything? We choose to adhere to all of the other city guidelines, so why not this one? We should not live in a world where the things that are bad and those who are evil prevent us from continuing on with the traditions of the past.
I’m sure this notion will be forgotten, and the party will go on again next year. But don’t worry. Before Halloween was far from over tonight, two Christmas commercials had already been shown. It’s just too early for Christmas. I haven’t finished celebrating Halloween yet.
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08.14.07
Posted in General at 10:10 pm by brmeyer
Vacation is one of those rare occurrences in life in America. For those of us who work hard all year, the week or two that we are afforded provide an opportunity to relax, have fun, and spend time with those that we love. Unlike the weeks or even months that working individuals are granted by employers in foreign countries, the American vacation is short and must be cherished. It was with much anticipation that I patiently worked away the long hours to reach the last week in July. I felt fortunate enough to be able to go on a great vacation with my beautiful girlfriend. We chose the Charleston, South Carolina, area several months ago. It was somewhere that neither Jess or I had been to before, and for her, it was a chance to finally spend some time on an Atlantic Ocean beach. For me, it was an opportunity to visit a historic southern city with many links to the Civil War era. I was more than game for it!
The decision of where to stay in Charleston was daunting. There are many beaches and islands on which to rent a property or find lodging in a hotel. On our search, we discovered Folly Beach, Kiawah Island, Sullivan’s Island, and the Isle of Palms. After much research, Jess and I found a great set of condominiums for rent on the Isle of Palms. These condos - collectively called the Sea Cabins - were situated in the middle of the Isle of Palms almost nearly on the beach. The result for us was an affordable condominium with a great balcony view overlooking the ocean. The condo itself was small, but we definitely did not care. We had a great view, easy beach access, and seven days to spend with each other. Because we had the opportunity to do so many things on our trip, I decided to break the events of our trip up into a mini-diary as shown below. We spent many days visiting historic sites, eating at different restaurants, soaking up the sun at the private pool, and laughing and joking because we were just happy to have the time together. I have to say that it was the most consecutive amount of days that Jess and I have spent with each other, and I absolutely loved it.
Saturday, July 28 - Our trip began in the early morning as a daunting 663 mile drive awaited us. We anxiously awoke at 3:30AM and, having already packed the car the night before, set out on our quest by 4AM. Jess was remarkably awake for not having any coffee until about two hours into our drive. The trek through West Virginia was the longest, but there was so much breathtaking scenery to take in on the roads. We spent nearly an hour at McDonald’s in Beckley, West Virginia, attempting to get breakfast. Yikes! So much for fast food. The break from driving was nice though. The drive was relatively easy until we reached the outskirts of Charlotte, North Carolina. The amount of cars increased dramatically, and by the time we reached the Isle of Palms, we were tired and ready to be out of the car. Jess and I unpacked the car and took a short drive to BiLo to pick up some food essentials for the week. Our plan was to eat lunch at the condo each day to save money, and it worked out well. On our return, Jess made pizza, and we enjoyed the view from the balcony for the rest of the evening. This would become one of our favorite pastimes during the week.
Sunday, July 29 - This was our first full day at the Isle of Palms. After spending a bit of time at the pool, we went to some of the shops that are collectively known as the Pavilion and across the street from our condo. We found some souvenirs and scoped out some restaurants that we wanted to visit during the week. I planned our first outing which was to view the C.S.S. Hunley submarine that was undergoing conservation efforts in North Charleston. After briefly getting lost, we found the Warren Lasch Conservation Center in a run-down looking section of the city. The C.S.S. Hunley submarine was the first to ever sink an enemy ship in combat as the Confederate crew accomplished the feat in February 1864. The vessel was recovered in 2000 from Charleston Harbor. I wasn’t impressed with the view however. The submarine sat in a large tank of water to desalinate so one could not really see inside. We also could not take photographs since National Geographic has the exclusive photography rights for the project. For a tourist, not being able to take pictures is a killer! After viewing the submarine, we made our way to downtown Charleston. We made our way through the vendors of the famous market district then took an hour-long carriage tour of some of the downtown streets. Jess and I loved the town and were impressed with the architecture of the buildings. In the evening, we stopped to eat at the International House of Pancakes (IHOP) at Mount Pleasant, a small city just a few miles from the Isle of Palms. After a long tiring day, we sat on the balcony and enjoyed each other’s company the rest of the night.
Monday July 30 - This was one of the most interesting days of the trip. It was cloudy most of the day and rained briefly in the morning. In the late afternoon, Jess and I made our way to Patriot’s Point, an area across the harbor from downtown Charleston that is home to the famous U.S.S. Yorktown carrier from World War II. That was an impressive sight! We bought tickets and boarded the General Beauregard to visit Fort Sumter in the middle of Charleston Harbor. It took us a half hour to get there, and the clouds became ominous as we reached the fort. Fort Sumter was the location where the first shots of the Civil War were fired in April 1861. We toured the run-down fortification for an hour just as the storms began to unleash their fury on us. We boarded the boat to return to Patriot’s Point, and on the journey, the rain came down mercilessly. Many people went down onto the first floor of the ship which was sheltered, but Jess and I decided to stick it out to feel the mist of the ocean on our faces. Yes, we were nuts. When we returned to the Isle of Palms, many areas were flooded, including a large portion of the parking lot. When we got out of the car, we were about up to our ankles in water! We got a change of clothes and headed a few doors down to the Banana Cabana restaurant for some much needed food. The rest of the night was spent on the balcony watching the water draining away.
Tuesday, July 31 - The clouds cleared, and though it appeared on the previous day that it would never happen, the sun came out. We spent some time at the pool, and in the evening, returned to downtown Charleston to visit the Battery. The Battery is a park at the tip of the peninsula on which Charleston sits. It was considered to be the last line of defense for the town during the Revolutionary War and the Civil War. We strolled through the park, adored the ocean view, and then decided to partake in some of the incredible architecture on the narrow, cozy streets downtown. The homes were simply beautiful. People from Barbados first came to Charleston in the 1600s and so many of the homes were coated with lightly colored stucco to reflect the heat of the sun. Before leaving, we chose a quaint little Irish Pub called Tommy Condon’s to eat at in the city. Located near the market, the restaurant had a nice covered outside area to sit and enjoy our food. It was hot and humid, and we sweated a bit, but we enjoyed the food. Our evening at the condo was spent with each other, again relishing the view and attempting to stay cool.
Wednesday, August 1 - A sad day for those in Minneapolis, Minnesota, who were hurt or killed when a bridge collapsed. We saw the news later that night after starting out our day getting some much needed sun at the pool. Jess was quite happy. She got some great sun, enjoyed the coolness of the water, and got some reading done. I laid there and attempted to get some sun with little luck. In the afternoon, I ran out to BiLo to get a few more grocery items, mainly some drinks for our relaxing nighttime bliss! We both got prettied up - Jess more than I - and headed to the California Dreaming restaurant along the Ashley River. We waited for forty-five minutes, but it was well worth it. We had a table with an excellent river view and were able to watch the people dock their boats on the river and walk into the restaurant for food. Quite a novel transportation method! We had an excellent meal. Jess had a prime rib sandwich, and I had a New York Strip steak. Jess had a strawberry daiquiri while I enjoyed a chocolate mint martini. We both left quite full. It was a romantic, quiet dinner, and as always, Jess made me feel lucky to be with her. We returned to the condo, took a brief nighttime swim, and ventured onto the beach. The latter was a short adventure once I saw crabs scurrying across the beach. After being somewhat tired from being in the sun, we spent the remainder of the evening enjoying the view from the balcony and dozing off into dreamland.
Thursday, August 2 - This was the most relaxing day of our vacation. We spent many hours by the pool at the condo. Jess laid on the inflatable raft that I had bought for her the previous day at Walmart. Needless to say, she got too much sun and looked like a lobster by the start of the evening. I got burned on my shoulders, but my chest and back simply would not tan or burn. I think my skin became immune to sun after not being in it for so many years. We later took a walk a few doors down to Coconut Joe’s restaurant. I bought Jess and myself some drinks, and after a brief wait, we enjoyed dinner in a screened room overlooking the beach. The food wasn’t as delicious as the night before, but I savored it and the time I got to spend with my beautiful girlfriend. As I enjoyed the view of the ocean from the condo balcony that night, the thoughts began to creep into my head about leaving on Saturday. I quickly pushed them aside and decided to enjoy the next and final full day that we would have on the island.
Friday, August 3 - Our last full day on the Isle of Palms was quite dreary and rainy. Had it been sunny, Jess and I would have definitely forgone sitting in the sun by the pool as she was already in some pain from being burned the day before. After some quiet time together, we headed to a place called Drayton Hall which is located nine miles north of downtown Charleston. Drayton Hall was the site of a rice plantation that functioned in the 18th and 19th centuries. The home was never updated with modern conveniences and is in original condition. It had even been determined that only three coats of paint had ever been put on the walls since the house was created. It was a beautiful sight despite the clouds that hung over the day. Jess and I returned to the Isle of Palms after two hours or so at the plantation. We braved the rain again to eat at the Acme Cantina restaurant which was a street over from the condo. It was our least favorite place to eat during our trip. We picked up a few more souvenirs at the Pavilion shops then headed back to the condo to pack some things. We spent some more time on the balcony. We attempted to delay our inevitable departure by staying up late and watching The Family Feud. Cuddled up on the couch with Jess was the perfect end to the vacation.
Saturday, August 4 - Though the drive to Charleston took twelve hours, the return trip took a little more than eleven hours. We left at 10AM after Jess paid an emotional goodbye to the beach. I tried to comfort her by telling her we would return soon as I enjoyed it as much as her. I think it helped a bit, but I was just as sad as her to leave such a beautiful place. Pittsburgh pales by far in comparison to Charleston. It was difficult being the only driver on this vacation, but Jess performed her job well and kept me awake and alert on the way home by playing some games with me. She made a list of things we had to find along the highway, and for each thing we found, we got points. I had the most points at the end of the ride, but only because Jess missed all of the things on the list while talking to me. We arrived home in Pittsburgh around 9PM. After getting some food at Wendy’s, we passed out. And so our vacation was over.
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07.13.07
Posted in General at 11:48 pm by brmeyer
I cannot begin to describe how thankful I am that yesterday is over. I went through one of those ordeals that most people have to endure during their life - getting wisdom teeth extracted. My dentist of many years - Dr. Kenneth Mitro - had suggested on many occasions that I may someday need to have them removed. After he retired two years ago, my new dentist strongly encouraged it. I did not take the advice too seriously until my lower right wisdom tooth started giving some warning signs of no longer wanting to be in my mouth. I started having swollen gums around the tooth as well as random intermittent pain that I did not want to escalate into some major issue. The primary reason for this is my anticipated vacation with Jess in just a few short weeks from now. I did not want to be dealing with tooth pain while relaxing on the beach in South Carolina.
After a consultation with the oral surgeon - Dr. Robert J. Boyda - last month, I was fairly convinced that the procedure would not be too painful. It is ironic for me to note that it was Dr. Boyda’s father, of the same name, who recommended Dr. Mitro to my parents many years ago. Everything comes full circle. Three of my wisdom teeth were to be removed. One on the upper left, the troublesome one on the lower right, and an impacted one on the upper right. The one on the lower left was to be saved because of my glaring overbite and the fact that the upper tooth needed to rest against the lower left wisdom tooth. The big day came yesterday. Of course I was nervous but everyone reassured me that it would go smoothly. And it did.
After being delayed for an anxious fifty minutes, I was led to the surgery room. Not a very scary place. It looked like a normal dentist office except for all of the various tools I saw on the tray. I couldn’t explain how they were utilized, but there were many. I was given nitrous oxide which did relax me a bit. The doctor administered the sedative. It was less painful than giving blood because of the needle size. I watched him put in the first dose which made me dizzy, and I remarked that I felt like I was on an amusement park ride. I watched the second dose go in and was instantly gone. I felt, saw, and heard nothing which is exactly what I wanted. When I came around about a half hour later, around 12:20 PM, I was dizzy and definitely confused. I saw my dad and the doctor but don’t recall anything that was said. I don’t fully remember walking out of the office or to the car. I spent the majority of the day staring at the television and took two pain pills. There was some discomfort but not as much as I anticipated.
I spent today acquiring some additional rest but found that despite still some discomfort, there was nothing that warranted taking additional amounts of the Percocet pain killer. I am continuing to eat soft foods like mashed potatoes and Jello. I am grateful that the whole experience is over and anticipate my mouth will be healed to a point of comfort in a few short days. It was not a traumatizing experience for me which I attribute to the skill of Dr. Boyda as well as the fact that only one of my teeth had become impacted. It is, nonetheless, a sobering experience and one that I will not forget.
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06.11.07
Posted in General at 9:49 pm by brmeyer
After spending an amazing five minutes watching the program Hell’s Kitchen on FOX, I simply could not take any more television for the night. The program features two sparring teams of chefs that are cooking for an elegant restaurant run by a pompous, loud-mouthed chef named Gordon Ramsay. The chef that wins the competition becomes the head chef of a fine Italian restaurant in Las Vegas. Sounds like a cool idea. But the show should fall by the wayside.
Not even two minutes into my watching, Ramsay is screaming at his chefs and uttering profanities that FOX has thankfully censored. Focusing on the quality of the food being prepared, Ramsay loses no opportunity in making a personal slam at any chef who fails at his or her task. He referred to one female contestant as a dumb blonde because she prepared the wrong number of appetizers for a table. Do we not all make a mistake? When Ramsay spit in the food prepared by the chefs of one team, my Hell’s Kitchen experience found its way to a desirable termination.
It shocks me that such television is popular among people. Have we evolved into a culture that is just so hell bent on belittling each other to make ourselves feel good? This is common in the corporate world, and I can see why. People are constantly exposed to this sort of garbage. The fact that people would rather watch this stuff than laugh for a half hour about the simple exploits of some down-to-Earth American family is beyond comprehension for me. The days of simple shows with great laughter and important lessons - shows such as All in the Family and Sanford and Son - are all but gone.
Give me Raymond or Fred G. Sanford anyday.
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06.08.07
Posted in General at 6:00 pm by brmeyer
Wow! In more than ten years of being an avid Civil War enthusiast, this is one of the most interesting news stories I have read on the subject. A priceless treasure missing for over 150 years was discovered in a drawer at the National Archives in Washington, D.C. The relic is a letter from President Abraham Lincoln written on July 7, 1863 - four days after the Battle of Gettysburg ended - to General-in-Chief Henry W. Halleck. Lincoln’s writing emphasized that recent victories by Major General Ulysses S. Grant at Vicksburg, Mississippi, and Major General George G. Meade at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, were positive steps toward the end of the war. However, Lincoln advised Halleck that Meade must vigorously pursue and destroy Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia before the desired conclusion could be reached. Lincoln had been irate - in private - about Meade’s failure to crush Lee’s army on the retreat to Virginia after Gettysburg. He had written Meade a strongly worded letter urging him to pursue Lee but did not send it as he feared he might cause the commanding general to resign.
The contents of this letter had been well known for many years as it was telegraphed to Meade at Gettysburg by Halleck. The letter verifies the contents of that telegram. The text is given below for ease of reading, followed by an image of the actual document.
“Major Genl Halleck, We have certain information that Vicksburg surrendered to General Grant on the 4th of July. Now, if Gen. Meade can complete his work so gloriously prosecuted thus far, by the litteral (sic) or substantial destruction of Lee’s army, the rebellion will be over. Yours truly, A. Lincoln”
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05.31.07
Posted in General at 10:21 pm by brmeyer
In the best news so far of the 2008 campaign for the White House, former Tennessee Senator and actor Fred Thompson is forming a committee to explore a run for the Presidency. Thompson is actively seeking donors for his campaign, and the good word seems to be that there is plenty of funding available to him. His conservative stances go against the grain of many of those currently seeking the Republican nomination which makes him particularly attractive to those more conservative Republicans. Specifically, his views on some of the more controversial social issues such as abortion and gun control are what will win him the vote with the religious right. Add to that his natural aura of Reaganesque qualities, and Thompson is shoring up to be the real thing. He is the best choice of any of the candidates that have thrown their hat into the nomination ring.
But the biggest question is if his conservative positions will hurt his chances for election in the general election. Despite being out of the Senate since 2002 and avoiding the puddle of criticism that has pooled over the Iraq War, his views may be skewed by those in the media to portray him as a radical conservative seeking to continue the ways of George W. Bush. In a recent Quinnipiac University poll of Pennsylvania voters, Thompson trails Guiliani by getting 10% of the polling numbers compared to former New York City Mayor Rudy Guiliani’s 28% number. What is even more disheartening for those that may support Thompson is that Guiliani appears to be the one candidate that has the power to defeat New York Senator Hillary Clinton. Only one Democrat - one that is not running - has the numbers to defeat Guiliani in Pennsylvania. He is former Vice President Al Gore. But Gore has not indicated that he will indeed seek the Democratic nomination.
If Thompson does decide to commit to the race, he will face an uphill battle. A costly and drawn out battle with Guiliani may cost him the ability to put up a strong challenge against the Democratic nominee in next year’s primary election. And that could cost the Republican party - and the nation itself - the opportunity to continue the excellent defensive measures that have prevented terrorists from again striking our soil. Only the firm and resolute Thompson has the experience and guts to ensure we never get attacked again.
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04.17.07
Posted in General at 6:31 pm by brmeyer
Yesterday, Monday, April 16, 2007, became a date elevated to the memory of another of those tragic incidents that we would all too soon hope to cease. A lone gunman, a 23-year old English student at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia, opened fire at those on campus at least two different times - once at 7:15AM and again two hours later. It needs not to be said that the loss of but one life is unfortunate, but as of now, the death toll stands at 33 with many others wounded. Those who survived in the classroom when the shooter unleashed his rage in the second incident surely must have been blessed by the hand of God. I hope that they will not forget such a blessing.
Certainly what the shooter did can not be justified. Nor should it be. He was said to be a loner, someone who society may have forgotten about as its members went about the hustle and bustle of every day. The greater question as to why this happened remains. There will always be theories of why the individual decided to commit such gruesome acts. But the real question is never asked. Not by the media. Not by the relatives of those who were slain. What has society done to alienate such an individual to cause him to go on such a rampage? The obvious answer that will be given is that he had a mental illness. But clearly that cannot be. He possessed a bullet-proof vest and purchased one of his two weapons as early as March. The acts were certainly well thought out in advance. It was all planned. Was he a loner by choice? Did those around him ignore him because he was intelligent and not superficial with a focus on shallow, materialistic objects? We may never truly know.
Though these questions may be answered in the upcoming years, the one true fact remains. Enjoy each and every day of your life to the best of your ability. One can never know when it will be swept away from us by the hand of God. Nothing but sorrow can be felt for those who lost their lives yesterday and those that loved them. It is the hope that this society can focus on the things that really are important in life - not money, work, and material possessions - and eradicate these types of events from the forever future.
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04.11.07
Posted in General at 10:05 pm by brmeyer
Though he has not formally declared his candidacy for President, actor and former Tennessee Senator Fred Thompson has garnered strong support from the Republican base in recent polling. Specifically, a March 27, 2007, USA Today/Gallup poll showed Thompson receiving 12% of support from Republican voters despite not having entered the race. The reason behind this is clear. And it does not result from his career as an actor, including his recent work as District Attorney Arthur Branch on Law and Order. Simply put, Thompson may be the only true conservative that has a legitimate shot at the Republican nomination.
The current front-runner for the nomination is former New York City Mayor Rudy Guiliani. While his leadership of that city and his handling of affairs after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, was phenomenal, he is simply too liberal on many social issues. He is a supports the choice of women in matters of abortion and does not oppose partial-birth abortions. He does not believe that marriage is strictly between a man and a woman and was strongly opposed to the law proposed by President George W. Bush to define it as such. While tough on crime, he has shown through his actions his belief that guns are what cause crimes and not the individual. He spearheaded a lawsuit for the city of New York in 2000 to sue gun manufacturers for liability in violent crimes that involved guns. Guiliani also strongly supports affirmative action. The New York Liberal Party also has noted in the past that Guiliani is opposed to any prayer in schools. One may wonder if Guiliani is a Democrat cloaked as a Republican.
Because of his leftist stance on many issues, Guiliani is very unattractive to core conservative voters. Should he win the nomination, he may have some success in the general election but at the cost of alienating the members of the party who believe in wholesome and fair ideals. Fred Thompson is the antithesis of Guiliani. Thompson is strongly opposed to abortion, including partial-birth abortion procedures. He does not believe in strong gun control measures and thinks that some restrictions should be removed. Thompson has also shown that he believes that appropriate family values should be taught to kids in school. He is tough on crime and terrorism. The former Senator believes that individuals can be responsible for themselves as he has supported the creation of Roth IRAs for employees and believes that workers can have personal retirement accounts. On many issues, both through his votes as a Senator and in his comments after his political retirement, Fred Thompson has shown himself to be a man of lofty ideals with a strong sense of dedication to the United States.
With much hope that Thompson will indeed run for President in 2008, I am including links about the man and the issues. He is a model conservative and would lead this country with the dignity and class required for America to regain its respectful status among the world powers. Fred Thompson for President!
Grassroots Voter
President Thompson, I’m Ready for My Close-Up
Another Ronald Reagan: Fred Thompson for President in 08
Fred Thompson Is for Real
Fred Thompson for President in 2008
Thompson Overtakes Romney in Iowa
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04.07.07
Posted in General at 1:09 pm by brmeyer
I just thought it would be interesting to point out that my alma mater, Gettysburg College, was incorporated on this day 175 years ago. It was originally founded as Pennsylvania College by Samuel Simon Schmucker. During the Battle of Gettysburg, July 1863, the Old Dorm building, now referred to as Penn Hall, was used as a field hospital for soldiers. The college is rich in history and strong in academics. I feel proud to have been associated with such a wonderful institution. I can hardly believe it has been nearly six years since I graduated from there. It seems like a lifetime ago.
Gettysburg College
Gettysburg College - Entry from Wikipedia
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