Daily Archives: 11/11/2008

(Community Matters) Steven and I have spent a lot of time talking about the economy, the challenges and what needs to happen in America during the next several years. And, especially as seen with the perspective of our nieces, nephews, god children and many young friends, we don’t think a return to living more austerely will be bad for Americans’ character (not to be mistaken for the pain and hunger we fear for the millions of unemployed & their families and the millions more still to be laid off).

So this morning, I’m thinking . . . what’s this really mean to my budget, our philanthropy, entertaining, spending & travel. And, I’m trying to reconcile this to attending O’s inauguration. It’ll easily cost thousands to travel and to attend all the parties. A deserved reward or money better saved? Or, money better given to feed the hungry, clothe the poor & shelter the homeless?

(Community Matters) Is it weak to have to be asked for forgiveness before forgiving?

I’m realizing that’s why I’m so bummed about the Austin Bush champions – not just his supporters but those prominent Austinites who helped him get elected. So ready to forgive and forget, to work with in repairing the devastation of the last eight years. But, I – for some unexplainable reason – need to hear them apologize and ask forgiveness.

(Community Matters) State lawmakers filed hundreds of would-be laws on Monday, including proposals to require women who seek an abortion to first get an ultrasound. . . . here

(Community Matters) Despite condemnation of Obama & those who would vote for him by many American Catholic Bishops, heartening to see that 54% of Catholics voted for Obama – Biden (NYT).

(Community Matters) Must be very exciting for Malia and Sasha 🙂

Barack’s is “Renegade”
Michelle’s is “Renaissance”
Malia’s is “Radiance” and Sasha’s is “Rosebud.”

Joe Biden’s is “Celtic”
Jill Biden’s is “Capri”

(Community Matters) Drinks and appetizers last night with UT’s Dean of Fine Arts, Doug Dempster and their development director, Sondra Lomax. No agenda other than discussing the intersection of entrepreneurship and the arts. Steven’s on their advisory board.