I feel like a failure. For years, I have told you what a privilege it is to live in the Great State of Georgia. We have beautiful mountains, pristine beaches, the oldest state-chartered university in the nation, located in Athens, the Classic City of the South as well as Vidalia onions and more concrete fishponds than you can count. And we are unhappy. Where have I gone … [Read more...] about April 25, 2011: Why Are We So Unhappy In The Great State Of Georgia?
2011 Columns
April 18, 2011: Recognizing The Intrepid Public Servants Of The 2011 Legislative Session
Ladies and Gentlemen, the Yarbrough Worldwide Media and Pest Control Company located in Greater Garfield, Georgia, is pleased to recognize members of the 2011 General Assembly who gave so much so that we could get so little. Please hold your applause until all our honorees have been recognized. Otherwise, we could be here until the Legislature returns in August. Nobody wants … [Read more...] about April 18, 2011: Recognizing The Intrepid Public Servants Of The 2011 Legislative Session
April 11, 2011: A Look At Current Events With Skeeter Skates
It has been over a year since I have talked to Skeeter Skates, owner of Skeeter’s Tree Stump Removal and Plow Repair in Greater Metropolitan Pooler. As long-time readers of this column know, Skeeter is the king of tree stump removal and has no peer when it comes to his deft touch with the Stump Eater Model SG-22 with bi-directional cutting disc and spring-loaded pivot. The … [Read more...] about April 11, 2011: A Look At Current Events With Skeeter Skates
April 4, 2011: From Anvil Floats To Paradise: Readers Want To Know
Let’s dip into the mailbag today, boys and girls, and see what is on the minds of discerning readers. Our first letter comes from George E. of Bonaire: Dear Dick: I recently retired and am a great admirer of yours. I would like to invite you to Bonaire to participate in our First Annual Anvil Float. You will really enjoy it. I will personally tie an anvil around your neck, … [Read more...] about April 4, 2011: From Anvil Floats To Paradise: Readers Want To Know
March 28, 2011: To Governor Nathan Deal: Your Go-To Guy Is Only A Phone Call Away
Dear Governor Deal: I’m sorry I haven’t written you before now. I don’t want you to think that I am not interested in your progress. My observation is that you seem to be doing well early in your first term. I have heard many nice things about you. Our state’s most quotable politician, Rep. Earl Ehrhart (R-Cobb) says he has already had more dialogue with you in the short … [Read more...] about March 28, 2011: To Governor Nathan Deal: Your Go-To Guy Is Only A Phone Call Away