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Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Protest at the Trenton State House!
I'm reposting the information about this rally from the Facebook group.
Governor Christie of New Jersey thinks he can take away NJ workers right o collective bargaining? Who does he think he is, the governor of Wisconsin?? Well, workers put up one hell of a fight in Wisconsin, and we're not going down without a fight in New Jersey! Be there and show your support for workers across NJ and the country! Solidarity forever!
THIS IS ROUND 3! ON THIS DATE, THE ASSEMBLY WILL HOLD A HEARING AND WILL CALL A VOTE! Legislators will spend some time caucusing with their caucus in private; state-wide media will be present. YOU MUST BE HERE TO STOP THIS FAST-TRACKED LEGISLATION!
STAND UP FOR WHAT'S RIGHT! COME OUT WITH YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY MEMBERS, AND CO-WORKERS IN ORDER TO CONVINCE THE LEGISLATURE THAT WE MATTER!
...Parking details are being finalized. Shuttle busses will depart from the Rear Lot (Outfield) of the Trenton Thunder Stadium (1 Thunder Road; Trenton, NJ 08611).
Beginning at 10:00 AM, join the demonstrations, picketing, speeches, and street activity outside of State House.
* Union leaders from around the country will join the demonstration.
* Bring noisemakers to let the legislators know that you are there.
12:30 - ?: Events of the day will dictate how long we’ll continue our demonstrations outside the State House. NOTE: THIS RALLY IS PREDICTED TO BE LONGER THAN THE 6/17 RALLY! Remember, the proposed pension and health benefit legislation will have a devastating effect on every current, retired, and future public employee in New Jersey. A FEW HOURS OF YOUR TIME IS WELL WORTH GIVING TO SAVE YOUR FUTURE!
* Bring a chair, some water, and prepare to spend the day with your union brothers and sisters.
Knit. Purl. Revolt.
Governor Christie of New Jersey thinks he can take away NJ workers right o collective bargaining? Who does he think he is, the governor of Wisconsin?? Well, workers put up one hell of a fight in Wisconsin, and we're not going down without a fight in New Jersey! Be there and show your support for workers across NJ and the country! Solidarity forever!
THIS IS ROUND 3! ON THIS DATE, THE ASSEMBLY WILL HOLD A HEARING AND WILL CALL A VOTE! Legislators will spend some time caucusing with their caucus in private; state-wide media will be present. YOU MUST BE HERE TO STOP THIS FAST-TRACKED LEGISLATION!
STAND UP FOR WHAT'S RIGHT! COME OUT WITH YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY MEMBERS, AND CO-WORKERS IN ORDER TO CONVINCE THE LEGISLATURE THAT WE MATTER!
...Parking details are being finalized. Shuttle busses will depart from the Rear Lot (Outfield) of the Trenton Thunder Stadium (1 Thunder Road; Trenton, NJ 08611).
Beginning at 10:00 AM, join the demonstrations, picketing, speeches, and street activity outside of State House.
* Union leaders from around the country will join the demonstration.
* Bring noisemakers to let the legislators know that you are there.
12:30 - ?: Events of the day will dictate how long we’ll continue our demonstrations outside the State House. NOTE: THIS RALLY IS PREDICTED TO BE LONGER THAN THE 6/17 RALLY! Remember, the proposed pension and health benefit legislation will have a devastating effect on every current, retired, and future public employee in New Jersey. A FEW HOURS OF YOUR TIME IS WELL WORTH GIVING TO SAVE YOUR FUTURE!
* Bring a chair, some water, and prepare to spend the day with your union brothers and sisters.
Knit. Purl. Revolt.
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Knitting in the Summer?
Summer knitting is an interesting paradox.
It is far too hot to wear anything you knit.
Even holding the yarn in your hands feels a bit insane, like the strands themselves are infused with heat.
Yet, if you want to have knitwear to sell/donate/wear in the fall, summer is the best time to get your knitting done!
So right now I am working on a knitted neckerchief in preparation for the autumn...when I'll be in Ireland!!
Knit. Purl. Revolt.
It is far too hot to wear anything you knit.
Even holding the yarn in your hands feels a bit insane, like the strands themselves are infused with heat.
Yet, if you want to have knitwear to sell/donate/wear in the fall, summer is the best time to get your knitting done!
So right now I am working on a knitted neckerchief in preparation for the autumn...when I'll be in Ireland!!
Knit. Purl. Revolt.
Monday, June 6, 2011
Hiatus Over!
I am officially ending my hiatus from the blogosphere!
*CONFETTI RAINS FROM THE SKY*
My first post will come shortly, but I just wanted to say hi, and hope that some people still read this blog!
Knit. Purl. Revolt.
*CONFETTI RAINS FROM THE SKY*
My first post will come shortly, but I just wanted to say hi, and hope that some people still read this blog!
Knit. Purl. Revolt.
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Portland = Blog Hiatus
Tomorrow I embark on a two week trip to Portland.
I know that most avid bloggers would take this as an opportunity to blog about all the cool stuff they are seeing and doing.
But I am planning on using this trip as a way to disconnect from some technology, which means less computer time, not more.
So, Portland = Blog Hiatus.
I kind of need the hiatus anyways.
I've been feeling inspired lately, but not about blogging.
Probably because I am craving some privacy. There's nothing private about blogging, even for a humble blog like mine :P
So keep following, and in a couple of weeks, I'll be back!
And who knows, I might blog a tiny bit during my trip :)
I know that most avid bloggers would take this as an opportunity to blog about all the cool stuff they are seeing and doing.
But I am planning on using this trip as a way to disconnect from some technology, which means less computer time, not more.
So, Portland = Blog Hiatus.
I kind of need the hiatus anyways.
I've been feeling inspired lately, but not about blogging.
Probably because I am craving some privacy. There's nothing private about blogging, even for a humble blog like mine :P
So keep following, and in a couple of weeks, I'll be back!
And who knows, I might blog a tiny bit during my trip :)
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Bring It On
As I sit here, procrastinating the large pile of impending finals work that lays before me, my mind wanders to all things post-finals. To summer, the magical time when we college students set aside required reading and writing to focus on that which moves us intellectually and emotionally. Or at least, that's what I do!
I always like to set goals of sorts for the summer, to safe-guard against becoming lethargic and lackadaisical. So here they are, writting in the two-dimensional cyber system, my projects for the summer.
1. Study for the GRE - Not thrilling, at all, but I am taking this exam in July, so I should at least attempt to prepare for it.
2. Knit a simple sweater.
3. Translate three Elliott Smith CD's into French - I figured out this is an excellent way to work on a language.
4. Learn by heart five songs on my violin.
5. Read 5 challenging books - the books are to be decided, I'll keep you updated.
So there you have it, summer projects to engage the intellect, the creative, the studious, the linguistic, and the musical.
What can I say, I'm a Renaissance woman.
Knit. Purl. Revolt.
I always like to set goals of sorts for the summer, to safe-guard against becoming lethargic and lackadaisical. So here they are, writting in the two-dimensional cyber system, my projects for the summer.
1. Study for the GRE - Not thrilling, at all, but I am taking this exam in July, so I should at least attempt to prepare for it.
2. Knit a simple sweater.
3. Translate three Elliott Smith CD's into French - I figured out this is an excellent way to work on a language.
4. Learn by heart five songs on my violin.
5. Read 5 challenging books - the books are to be decided, I'll keep you updated.
So there you have it, summer projects to engage the intellect, the creative, the studious, the linguistic, and the musical.
What can I say, I'm a Renaissance woman.
Knit. Purl. Revolt.
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Happy May Day!
May Day: A day to remember the anarchist Haymarket martyrs, and to continue the international fight for workers' rights.
This May Day I celebrated workers' solidarity at a local rally organized by Unidad Latina En Accion. The mission: fight for workers' and immigrants' rights.
Demands included:
Just and Humane Immigration Reform
Labor Rights for All Workers
Jobs For All Regardless of Race, Gender, or Religion
A Local ID Card for Anyone Who Wants One
So let May Day 2011 be remembered as the day that workers and immigrants stood together, as we are one in the same.
Also, in honor of May Day, I knitted a Happy May Day Headband!
Knit. Purl. Revolt.
This May Day I celebrated workers' solidarity at a local rally organized by Unidad Latina En Accion. The mission: fight for workers' and immigrants' rights.
Demands included:
Just and Humane Immigration Reform
Labor Rights for All Workers
Jobs For All Regardless of Race, Gender, or Religion
A Local ID Card for Anyone Who Wants One
So let May Day 2011 be remembered as the day that workers and immigrants stood together, as we are one in the same.
Also, in honor of May Day, I knitted a Happy May Day Headband!
Knit. Purl. Revolt.
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