POD: King Coal

In third grade I did a report on the history of coal mining in America. I think I titled it King Coal. Or that is the name of an actual book/documentary/something and is in my head for some reason. Anyway, this is a picture of a freight train near my house that was carrying coal, a whole shit load of coal.

DZP: #44 Get and use a library card

Done and done. I am so happy that the library on Federal Street is finally open! I got my library card this week and checked out The Johnstown Flood, by David McCollough. I have read several of his books; 1776, Adams, The Great Bridge, and Mornings on Horseback. I think that The Johnstown Flood is his first work, but I am not sure. (Unfortunately, the book is not on my list.)

Sand Animation?

This video struck me not only as creative and interesting but very poignant as well. The artist depicts life in Ukraine during the war with Germany in the 40's.

Stop Motion Suicide

Fantastic video, found this on TechBlog.

Little Big Love from Tomas Mankovsky on Vimeo.

DZP: #14 enroll at CCAC

DONE.

Rest in Peace, Senator Kennedy

Statement from President Obama

from Congress Matters by David Waldman

THE WHITE HOUSE

Office of the Press Secretary
For Immediate Release August 26, 2009

Statement from President Obama:

Michelle and I were heartbroken to learn this morning of the death of
our dear friend, Senator Ted Kennedy.

For five decades, virtually every major piece of legislation to advance
the civil rights, health and economic well being of the American people
bore his name and resulted from his efforts.

I valued his wise counsel in the Senate, where, regardless of the swirl
of events, he always had time for a new colleague. I cherished his
confidence and momentous support in my race for the Presidency. And
even as he waged a valiant struggle with a mortal illness, I've profited
as President from his encouragement and wisdom.

An important chapter in our history has come to an end. Our country has
lost a great leader, who picked up the torch of his fallen brothers and
became the greatest United States Senator of our time.

And the Kennedy family has lost their patriarch, a tower of strength and
support through good times and bad.

Our hearts and prayers go out to them today--to his wonderful wife,
Vicki, his children Ted Jr., Patrick and Kara, his grandchildren and his
extended family.

POD

in your face

DZP: #27 get PA drivers license

almost there!!!