News Item: New York Times, Jan. 26, 2015 Koch Brothers Budget of $889 Million for 2016 Is on Par With Both Parties’ Spending By Nicholas Confessore “The political network overseen by the conservative billionaires Charles G. and David H. Koch plans to… more »

Several years ago, the Princess of Passion & Pain and I purchased a condo on the Gulf Coast of Florida and have been spending winters here. As a part-time resident, I have tried to familiarize myself with my new environment. The Sunshine State is a… more »

Note: In reviewing files saved on old hard drives, I came across these fun recipes.   Grilled Peaches These two taste delights are recent creations: Not that original, but suggested to the Princess of Passion and me by things we've tasted recently.… more »

"I got a head full of ideas that are driving me insane." Bob Dylan, "Maggies Farm" Ever wonder... How many heads of state in the world are vegans or vegetarians? How many are virgins? How many members of Congress have served in the military? How… more »