Election Day pt 2

May 8, 2008

Posted by Perry

Well, Election Day came and went and here are the results.

For the burg’s School Board, Incumbent Dale Schmelzle defeated the challenge of Brad Erwin. Incumbent Todd Baker was defeated by challenger Trina McLain. The new board will take office in July.

Sen. Hillary Clinton defeated Sen. Barack Obama 51% to 49% in the primary. However, she was defeated in North Carolina by 15% thus effectively ending the race for the nominee.

I don’t know about you – but I’m starting to get over this whole election thing. I am now more convinced than ever that people do not think before they vote. They vote on emotion, not by what would be best for our country. We have a unique system in place where power is transferred peacefully simply by the will of the people and their voice. Clinton has mislead us on facts, has turned to “dirty” politics, and used whatever trick she has to remain in the running. She has yet to accept the fact that she cannot win – the math is simple. She would have to win the remaining delegates by 69 – 70% and that is a virtual impossibility.

Ugh – I’m rambling now. Maybe it’s time for me to concentrate on some other interest – anyone know a good one?

Wet paint!

May 8, 2008

posted by Shelley

When you make a mistake, or something you do doesn’t turn out as it should, do you get defensive? That is the quickest route to dissatisfaction — no matter if it’s on a personal or business level. If you value a relationship (customer/client or friendship), then simply say, “I’m sorry this happened. Let’s fix it.” Why argue and make excuses? It solves absolutely nothing. If you don’t plan to make amends for the mistake or whatever has caused the other party to be unhappy with you, the same applies. Why argue and make excuses? Whether it’s business or personal, again, you’re already history — they can do better someplace else.

Update on the paint — looks like the house will be repainted at no additional cost to me. I would like to mention that after my call to Craig at Sherwin Williams, he did arrive to assess the situation. Funny though — he came with the painter. Rather than ramble on and on about that pathetic customer experience, I will only say that if he’s the best representative that Sherwin Williams can find in the area, they should abruptly close their store.