Comments on The Overland Examiner: Who is this guy?

Are you still active in the community?? What do yo...

2008-10-24T15:52:00.000-05:00

Are you still active in the community?? What do you know about "Citizens for Ritenours Future"?? Who is on that committee??

Though I much appreciate the sentiment (and adopti...

2006-09-11T16:56:00.000-05:00

Though I much appreciate the sentiment (and adoption would be dependant on the type and volume of coffee available at all times), even if I lived in Ward 3, I would not run for office.

There are good people there (I know a few), like everywhere else, all they need is support. That is part of my role as I see it, to support those who will best serve our community.

John you do a great job. Could we adopt you and yo...

2006-09-11T13:44:00.000-05:00

John you do a great job. Could we adopt you and your family for the vacant seat in ward three?

Your blog is the only one I have seen that people show respect for each other.

Reports of my Demise have been greatly exaggerated...

2006-09-10T11:23:00.000-05:00

Reports of my Demise have been greatly exaggerated. :-)

I am here. However, my education and my research into the "Net Neutrality" issue on the federal level has taken up a lot of time. Also, the Mayor and her supporters have been oddly silent since the ruling against the Mayor at the Preliminary hearing on the sunshine law.

I will of course be at Monday's City Council Meeting (9/11/06 7PM)and I will report on the happenings there.

Thanks for the concern though. And thanks for all the positive feedback thus far. I appreciate it.

Thanks, keeping a lid on your emotions when presenting the facts to the public is always excellent advice. I do try to approach the issues from a detached, logical perspective as much as possible, but everyone slips from time to time.

Also, thanks for the tip about the Halloween party, I hope we are able to attend.

See you all at Monday's Meeting!

Well said John, I knew you were you all the time. ...

2006-09-10T09:19:00.000-05:00

Well said John, I knew you were you all the time. Glad you here,
I was getting worried about you.
I had not heard from you in awhile.

It means to be a good writer don't let your emotio...

2006-09-09T20:20:00.000-05:00

It means to be a good writer don't let your emotions and passions for issues block your objectivity.

anon, what did you mean by "put your emotions behi...

2006-09-09T19:57:00.000-05:00

anon, what did you mean by "put your emotions behind you"?

JM, terrific posting as always. Your writing skills are superb.

I agree with your style and points of view. You're objective, articulate and well-versed in each topic you bring.

JM, you'd be sharp as an "Opinion Shaper" for the Journal if you wanted to give them a piece of your mind.

As to the rumors, revenge mentalities and hateful conduct: there are just some folks who aren't content unless they're in somebody's face. One very vocal friend recently moved from the next block to an assisted living home, where she killed herself.

BTW, there will likely be a Halloween party at the CC next month. JM, your youngster would love it. It's well done and enjoyed by over a hundred decked-out urchins, who get to take home candy when it's over.

Congrats, now go for it and put your emotions behi...

2006-09-09T19:07:00.000-05:00

Congrats, now go for it and put your emotions behind you and "be all that you can be."

Congratulations,John on your revelations. We resid...

2006-09-09T18:28:00.000-05:00

Congratulations,John on your revelations. We residents of Overland are indeed privileged to have your honest and fair assessment of Overland events I have known for sometime that your heart is pure and your motivation comes from a sincere desire to not only restore our city to its' former glory, but to help us build
a better future. We all must renew our efforts to restore democracy and integrity to our community before we are swallowed by loss of vital services and valuable professionals from our city staff.

Overland has suffered a serious loss of prestige as a result of the unwise and unlawful actions of some of our elected officials. The situation that we find our city in will require the effort, time and treasure of each of us if we are to regain integrity and productiveness in our city government. We have many individuals in city hall and through out our community who care about this town and want to protect and preserve what can be salvaged, for us and for future generations. I have been very impressed by the caliber of the fine citizens gathering to try to rescue this community. I am very happy to discover that our "Overland Sailor" already has his shoulder to the wheel.

Never again will we be inattentive enough to be swayed by promises such as "free trash". Never did we imagine that the cost would be so great. My daughter reminds me that "Whenever somebody gets something for nothin', some one, some where is getting nothin' for somethin'!"

Best wishes to you John, as you traverse academia. It is a difficult adjustment to put your life and your family on hold while you grind out a term paper or sweat an exam. I have returned to the hallowed halls of learning twice during my adult life and enjoyed it immensely {still can't spell tho}. Hope you will enjoy it too.