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Author Archives: Marty Ryan
Satan’s in the Details
On July 26 of this year, the Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS)[1] adopted a new policy in which anyone requesting a venue for an event in the Capitol or on the Capitol grounds may do so for only one … Continue reading
Hot stuff!
This year, we planted several varieties of hot peppers: habaneros; ghost peppers; super chili; Thai peppers; serrano; and Carolina reapers. We’re not going to mess around with those mild ones like jalapenos. Several of the pepper plants are beginning to … Continue reading
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Tagged AR-WE-VA School District, Carolina reaper, Chili, lettuce sandwich, Potato soup
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The only poll that counts is the election
Previously published in the Des Moines Register, July 30, 2024, under the headline: Trump-Harris polls? Wake me up after people actually vote. Results of political polls are jumping up and down like lines on a seismograph Velcroed to the side … Continue reading
Uncivil War
Throughout the day, we went about our duties, fulfilling our responsibilities as required, knowing that an attack could come at any time. It was possible for us to move out, but collectively, we planned to stay and maintain our position. … Continue reading
Whose Ten Commandments?
Earlier this week, Governor Jeff Landry of Louisiana signed legislation requiring the Ten Commandments be posted in every public-school classroom, from kindergarten through college, throughout Louisiana. Further, he said “I can’t wait to be sued.” In my bedroom is a … Continue reading
Hold the mayo
Most people coming to Des Moines want to eat at some exotic, fine, well-known eatery in central Iowa. However, take one of my recommendations for hometown food. Not only has the food been delicious, but several of the following locations … Continue reading