Congrats, and a Reality Check

Congratulations to the Republican Party (and Tea Party) on winning back the House in a historic sweep not seen in 70 years. Congratulations to the Democratic Party for holding onto the Senate, if only by a seat or two.

As all parties settle down to the business of governing, let's remember a few basic facts that will be all-too-tempting to ignore:

1. This was a HOUSECLEANING, because the People believe Congress has been ignoring their will and best interests.

2. This was NOT a mandate for every Republican idea in the hopper. It was specifically a mandate to FIX THE ECONOMY. Let's not get sidetracked onto other issues, at least until people are going back to work.

3. This was a warning to all career politicians - Left and Right - that if the major parties don't get their act together, voters are ready to embrace a Third Party (in this case the Tea Party) who offers solutions and vents their anger. We see no benefit to hanging onto historical party structures "just because".

So, please govern humbly, and be focused on the task at hand. Or else 2012 will look a lot like 2010, but without a happy ending for Republicans.

Congrats to Phillies Pitcher Roy Halladay!

Today, Roy Halladay made history by pitching only the second no-hitter in baseball playoff history! Here's hoping this is only the start of a historic post-season for both my favorite team, and all fans everywhere.

Happy Father's Day!

We here at Mod-Blog wish all of our fathers, and all of our friends who are fathers, a VERY happy day today. Thanks to all you have done for all of us.

Mod-Blog Welcomes "Baby EEG"

All of us here at Mod-Blog want to extend a BIG congratulations to Quizwedge and Mrs. Quizwedge on the birth of their daughter, Baby EEG. May she be a joy to you both every day of her life.

Congratulations to Steelers Fans...

The terrible towel
Originally uploaded by bigluketx.

...on the win of their beloved football team.

But I am curious to know what Mod-Bloggers thought won as the best commercial of the night. Gotta admit, for me, the GIJOE movie trailer was the one I enjoyed the most.

Trumbull Marching Band Departs for the Inaugural

It is really great seeing my alma mater going off to see this moment in history. I wish they had shown a little more of the performance, of course. :-) Also, here is a blog of the events leading up to the parade by one of the students (I think).

Congratulations to Bowhunter and Mrs. Bowhunter...

...on the birth of their second baby! All Mod-Bloggers will sleep better knowing there will be another generation ready to rescue deer herds from overpopulation.

Psalm 127:3-5
[Children] are a heritage from the LORD,
children a reward from him.

Like arrows in the hands of a warrior
are [children] born in one's youth.

Blessed is the man
whose quiver is full of them.

Happy Fathers Day

My own father is home with my Heavenly Father, but I want to wish the fathers our readers this year. May today be a day of joy, and may every year bring you greater satisfaction in the raising of your child(ren). (Pictures below are only a few of the blessed.)

Congratulations Ward and Muse

A very hearty congratulations from all of us here at Mod-Blog to Ward and Muse on their ordination into the Wesleyan Church. May God bless your ministry and bring forth much fruit (even if you have to deal with some manure along the way).