A few weeks ago my daughter, who is a hair stylist, had a hair show. It was the “final exam” for her year long apprenticeship in the trendy salon she works for. I knew the style of the show would be funky and hip and not wanting to appear as the un-funky, un-hip mother, I searched my closet for something purchased since we started writing 20 before the current year. I figured black was the best choice, so I put on black tights, boots, blouse and skirt with a long black sweater/coat. I was rocking the middle aged emo-look. We attended the event and about halfway through I realized that the black skirt was a little short. It hadn’t been that short when I bought it (quick calculation = 1998). Perhaps I had been five or 20 pounds lighter then and it didn’t have quite as much area to cover. Hmmm.
After her hair show (which went fabulously), I stopped at the store to pick up some things Walking through the store, I kept getting looks. Not the “wow, nice outfit” looks, but more the “what on earth is that woman doing wearing that outfit" up/down looks from other women. My first thought was of course defensive. “I was at a hair show,” I wanted to announce, “I fit in there.” Then another thought occurred to me.
I often see women giving other women these once over looks of disapproval. I sort of always chalked them up to jealousy when another woman looks better than they do. But I wasn’t looking particularly good and as I thought about it, I realized it was universal to all women seen as inappropriately dressed. I’ve given that look to my own daughters and countless other young women at the mall wearing can only be classified as beach attire.
Instead of getting defensive, I thought about it. Whatever the motive, the sisterhood was sending me a message; “Girl, go home and change!” What if we as women willingly submit ourselves to one another in these matters? At the risk of sounding like a 1950’s home-ec text, we should serve as guardians of one another’s modesty.
We all have moments of delusion in the dressing room or bathroom where everything is all sucked and tucked in and we think, “I look gooood,” only to be appalled later by some picture taken from the side when we weren’t tucked or sucked. Or maybe we aren’t appalled because we really like the attention garnered by pushing the envelope of appropriateness. This is where we need our sisters to speak the Truth. We need those who will say, “that is too short/low/high/tight/transparent,” whatever. And then we need to listen without defensiveness.
I know that if my mom had been at my house when I walked out in that ensemble, she would have given me the look (possibly while trying to stop the tears of laughter). Mom wasn’t here, but the women I ran into at the store were filling her shoes. I took heed, went home and put on pajamas. Then I hung that skirt in the back of my closet where it isn’t allowed out until it fits like it did in 1998. Or better yet, maybe I should go shopping and get some clothes from this decade. I’ll make sure to take some girlfriends with me when I shop and I will listen when they “look.”
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Home Buying
Just a note to say that buying a house is alot of work. All the faxing and documenting. I think I really like home shopping so much better!
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Letter to WA Senator Patty Murray
I sent this letter to Patty Murray after I received her response to my previous email telling me why she supports the "bailout plan."
Ms. Murray,
Thank you for your response. I understand the challenge you face as you try to keep the economy on track, but hold people accountable for their choices. Let me share our situation to explain why I don't support the bailout.
We owned a home a few years ago. Our payment was high enough that it took two incomes to make ends meet. We have a son with special needs and it became clear to us that he (as well as our older children) needed a parent at home full time. I left my job, we sold our home and decided to rent until we could afford to pay a mortgage on one income. That was right before the housing market increased dramatically. Just a year later, my husband's income increased and we started to look at homes to purchase. Because of the housing market inflataion, created by loose lending restrictions and low interest rates, home prices were out of reach for us. We met with several lenders who offered us all of the types of mortgages included in the bailout: interest only, ARM, 50 year. We refused to purchase a home that was not affordable on a 30-year fixed rate with one income. We tightened our belt and began to save. My husband started commuting to work by bicycle and we shared one paid off car. We don't have cable television, take elaborate vacations or use credit cards unless necessary. We had two children in college at the same time and received some financial aid, although not enough because we are middle class. We took out minimal parent loans, our daughters took out loans and we cut back to make large monthly payments to the University.
After renting for five years, we have been able to save $7,000 so far toward a down payment on a home. The median home price in Pierce County where we live is around $255,000. At the rate we are going, we will not have 20% down for years to come. We had hope, however, because we knew the bubble would have to burst. Home prices are too high for the average income in our area to sustain. We made wise choices, cut back and saved anticipating that when prices dropped we would be able to buy a home with 5% down with a mortgage program we found. Did I mention we have excellent credit, because we pay all of our bills ontime and have a great debt to income ratio?
So, I hope you can understand, why we are more than a little frustrated by the bailout plan. We bought the financial advice books and followed the plans. We got out of debt, lived within our means and saved. But that isn't good enough. From our perspective, the market needs to deflate, so that prices become realistic for families like ours. Instead, buying up bad debt will serve to devalue the dollar (making our paltry savings worth even less) and keep home prices artificially high. If we, not having a background in finance and economics can understand this, what is wrong with our leadership that they can't?
Today, I called my real estate agent and said, "I'm done waiting for a responsible time to buy a home." So I guess the bailout will work. Consumers like us who were doing things "by the book" will throw in the towel and take out debt beyond what we can really afford. I guess that's the only way to buy a home and we don't need to worry. If we can't pay our bills, Uncle Sam will come to the rescue.
Sincerely,
My Toe Mama (Insert my real name here)
NOTE TO MY TOE READERS:
I doubt I will actually do anything irresponsible because I just can't. Large financial purchases make me nauseous, stupid ones make me too ill to sign papers. I am seriously looking at homes though, because I think the bailout is going to devalue the dollar, making prices soar across the board.
Ms. Murray,
Thank you for your response. I understand the challenge you face as you try to keep the economy on track, but hold people accountable for their choices. Let me share our situation to explain why I don't support the bailout.
We owned a home a few years ago. Our payment was high enough that it took two incomes to make ends meet. We have a son with special needs and it became clear to us that he (as well as our older children) needed a parent at home full time. I left my job, we sold our home and decided to rent until we could afford to pay a mortgage on one income. That was right before the housing market increased dramatically. Just a year later, my husband's income increased and we started to look at homes to purchase. Because of the housing market inflataion, created by loose lending restrictions and low interest rates, home prices were out of reach for us. We met with several lenders who offered us all of the types of mortgages included in the bailout: interest only, ARM, 50 year. We refused to purchase a home that was not affordable on a 30-year fixed rate with one income. We tightened our belt and began to save. My husband started commuting to work by bicycle and we shared one paid off car. We don't have cable television, take elaborate vacations or use credit cards unless necessary. We had two children in college at the same time and received some financial aid, although not enough because we are middle class. We took out minimal parent loans, our daughters took out loans and we cut back to make large monthly payments to the University.
After renting for five years, we have been able to save $7,000 so far toward a down payment on a home. The median home price in Pierce County where we live is around $255,000. At the rate we are going, we will not have 20% down for years to come. We had hope, however, because we knew the bubble would have to burst. Home prices are too high for the average income in our area to sustain. We made wise choices, cut back and saved anticipating that when prices dropped we would be able to buy a home with 5% down with a mortgage program we found. Did I mention we have excellent credit, because we pay all of our bills ontime and have a great debt to income ratio?
So, I hope you can understand, why we are more than a little frustrated by the bailout plan. We bought the financial advice books and followed the plans. We got out of debt, lived within our means and saved. But that isn't good enough. From our perspective, the market needs to deflate, so that prices become realistic for families like ours. Instead, buying up bad debt will serve to devalue the dollar (making our paltry savings worth even less) and keep home prices artificially high. If we, not having a background in finance and economics can understand this, what is wrong with our leadership that they can't?
Today, I called my real estate agent and said, "I'm done waiting for a responsible time to buy a home." So I guess the bailout will work. Consumers like us who were doing things "by the book" will throw in the towel and take out debt beyond what we can really afford. I guess that's the only way to buy a home and we don't need to worry. If we can't pay our bills, Uncle Sam will come to the rescue.
Sincerely,
My Toe Mama (Insert my real name here)
NOTE TO MY TOE READERS:
I doubt I will actually do anything irresponsible because I just can't. Large financial purchases make me nauseous, stupid ones make me too ill to sign papers. I am seriously looking at homes though, because I think the bailout is going to devalue the dollar, making prices soar across the board.
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Economic Plan
I admit to being limited in my understanding of the economic meltdown. I am trying to read and listen and gain a better grasp of it. Until then, I have to rely on people with smarter brains than mine. I try to read and listen to people I trust. Dave Ramsey, author of Money Makeover and a number of financial resources had this economic plan on his website. I think it is a great first step:
The Common Sense Fix
Years of bad decisions and stupid mistakes have created an economic nightmare in this country,
but $700 billion in new debt is not the answer. As a tax-paying American citizen, I will not support
any congressperson who votes to implement such a policy. Instead, I submit the following threestep
Common Sense Plan.
I. INSURANCE
a. Insure the subprime bonds/mortgages with an underlying FHA-type insurance.
Government-insured and backed loans would have an instant market all over the
world, creating immediate and needed liquidity.
b. In order for a company to accept the government-backed insurance, they must do two
things:
1. Rewrite any mortgage that is more than three months delinquent to a
6% fixed-rate mortgage.
a. Roll all back payments with no late fees or legal costs into the
balance. This brings homeowners current and allows them a
chance to keep their homes.
b. Cancel all prepayment penalties to encourage refinancing or
the sale of the property to pay off the bad loan. In the event of
foreclosure or short sale, the borrower will not be held liable
for any deficit balance. FHA does this now, and that
encourages mortgage companies to go the extra mile while
working with the borrower—again limiting foreclosures and
ruined lives.
2. Cancel ALL golden parachutes of EXISTING and FUTURE CEOs and
executive team members as long as the company holds these
government-insured bonds/mortgages. This keeps underperforming
executives from being paid when they don’t do their jobs.
c. This backstop will cost less than $50 billion—a small fraction of the current proposal.
II. MARK TO MARKET
a. Remove mark to market accounting rules for two years on only subprime Tier III
bonds/mortgages. This keeps companies from being forced to artificially mark down
bonds/mortgages below the value of the underlying mortgages and real estate.
b. This move creates patience in the market and has an immediate stabilizing effect on
failing and ailing banks—and it costs the taxpayer nothing.
III. CAPITAL GAINS TAX
a. Remove the capital gains tax completely. Investors will flood the real estate and stock
market in search of tax-free profits, creating tremendous—and immediate—liquidity in
the markets. Again, this costs the taxpayer nothing.
b. This move will be seen as a lightning rod politically because many will say it is helping
the rich. The truth is the rich will benefit, but it will be their money that stimulates the
economy. This will enable all Americans to have more stable jobs and retirement
investments that go up instead of down.
This is not a time for envy, and it’s not a time for politics. It’s time for all of us, as Americans, to
stand up, speak out, and fix this
The Common Sense Fix
Years of bad decisions and stupid mistakes have created an economic nightmare in this country,
but $700 billion in new debt is not the answer. As a tax-paying American citizen, I will not support
any congressperson who votes to implement such a policy. Instead, I submit the following threestep
Common Sense Plan.
I. INSURANCE
a. Insure the subprime bonds/mortgages with an underlying FHA-type insurance.
Government-insured and backed loans would have an instant market all over the
world, creating immediate and needed liquidity.
b. In order for a company to accept the government-backed insurance, they must do two
things:
1. Rewrite any mortgage that is more than three months delinquent to a
6% fixed-rate mortgage.
a. Roll all back payments with no late fees or legal costs into the
balance. This brings homeowners current and allows them a
chance to keep their homes.
b. Cancel all prepayment penalties to encourage refinancing or
the sale of the property to pay off the bad loan. In the event of
foreclosure or short sale, the borrower will not be held liable
for any deficit balance. FHA does this now, and that
encourages mortgage companies to go the extra mile while
working with the borrower—again limiting foreclosures and
ruined lives.
2. Cancel ALL golden parachutes of EXISTING and FUTURE CEOs and
executive team members as long as the company holds these
government-insured bonds/mortgages. This keeps underperforming
executives from being paid when they don’t do their jobs.
c. This backstop will cost less than $50 billion—a small fraction of the current proposal.
II. MARK TO MARKET
a. Remove mark to market accounting rules for two years on only subprime Tier III
bonds/mortgages. This keeps companies from being forced to artificially mark down
bonds/mortgages below the value of the underlying mortgages and real estate.
b. This move creates patience in the market and has an immediate stabilizing effect on
failing and ailing banks—and it costs the taxpayer nothing.
III. CAPITAL GAINS TAX
a. Remove the capital gains tax completely. Investors will flood the real estate and stock
market in search of tax-free profits, creating tremendous—and immediate—liquidity in
the markets. Again, this costs the taxpayer nothing.
b. This move will be seen as a lightning rod politically because many will say it is helping
the rich. The truth is the rich will benefit, but it will be their money that stimulates the
economy. This will enable all Americans to have more stable jobs and retirement
investments that go up instead of down.
This is not a time for envy, and it’s not a time for politics. It’s time for all of us, as Americans, to
stand up, speak out, and fix this
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
The Nanny-nanny-boo-boo Election!
The political insult game is in full swing. Last week, Sarah Palin told a joke at the RNC about hockey mom's being "pitbulls with lipstick." This week Barack Obama said, "you can put lipstick on a pig, but its still a pig."
Let the outrage begin! This is just one of the many "outrages" the campaigns express on a daily basis. How dare they say this or that! I want an apology. All of this outrage, leads me to ask; Are we electing a President of the United States or a Kindergarten Hall Monitor?
Let the outrage begin! This is just one of the many "outrages" the campaigns express on a daily basis. How dare they say this or that! I want an apology. All of this outrage, leads me to ask; Are we electing a President of the United States or a Kindergarten Hall Monitor?
All I can say to the latest round of "outrage" is WHO CARES? So what, Obama made a lipstick jab. So what, Palin mocked Obama's skills as a Community Organizer. GET OVER IT! Can someone, preferably someone running for one of two most powerful political offices in our country, please, pretty please with a cherry on top, grow up and address some actual issues? We have soldiers in the Middle East dying at the behest of our nation. We have taxpayers burdened by an albatross of a tax code. We are in desperate need of a new energy policy. We need to know how our new President and Vice President will handle delicate matters of international diplomacy. Instead of finding out what these candidates will actually do to address these issues, we are subjected to another round of juvenile lipstick insults.
I am open in my support for McCain/Palin because my first choice candidate, Mike Huckabee didn't make the cut. Living in Washington State, most of my neighbors are Obama/Biden supporters. Should I follow the leadership of our nominees and resort to playground insults? Kick my neighbor in the shin, maybe call him a stupid boo-boo head? Wait, he already got kicked, well shot actually, in the leg right about the same time he was losing his hand in Afghanistan when a grenade exploded. This is a guy who probably wants to hear about actual issues. We may differ on who gets our vote, but I'll show him respect and act like an adult. Too bad we can't get the same from the campaign trail.
Stupid Book
Karen Kingsbury, author of many Christian fiction books has a new children's book. It looks all nice and cheerful on the cover, but it should have a warning label.
I was shopping at Costco today and I saw it on the book table. "Oh," I said to myself, "Karen Kinsbury, I've read some of her books. I'll bet this is a great children's book." I opened it and didn't even make it through the introduction before I was crying. By the end of the book, I was standing in the middle of Costco weeping like a mad woman. I immediately grabbed my 13-year-old son and hugged him (still crying of course). "MOOOOOMMMM, what is wrong with you? You're embarassing me!" I, of course, bought the book and will subject all of my friends and family to the same humiliation when they read it and burst into tears. I haven't cried at a children's book since "I love you forever" came out.
I've read thick volumes on parenting, but in the beautiful succintness of those few pages, my perspective has been changed. As a homeschooling mom, many of Jake's behavioral and learning challenges feel overwhelming (like spending 6 hours on the roof of the house last week). Today, as I rushed to a back aisle at Costco to pull myself together, all I could think is, "there will be a last day homeschooling. There will be a last time helping him with a science experiment or reading aloud together." This morning I would have relished the thought of reaching the end of this often difficult road. This afternoon I am embracing even the hard moments and savoring the good ones. I needed this reminder and so do you. Buy this book!
I was shopping at Costco today and I saw it on the book table. "Oh," I said to myself, "Karen Kinsbury, I've read some of her books. I'll bet this is a great children's book." I opened it and didn't even make it through the introduction before I was crying. By the end of the book, I was standing in the middle of Costco weeping like a mad woman. I immediately grabbed my 13-year-old son and hugged him (still crying of course). "MOOOOOMMMM, what is wrong with you? You're embarassing me!" I, of course, bought the book and will subject all of my friends and family to the same humiliation when they read it and burst into tears. I haven't cried at a children's book since "I love you forever" came out.
I've read thick volumes on parenting, but in the beautiful succintness of those few pages, my perspective has been changed. As a homeschooling mom, many of Jake's behavioral and learning challenges feel overwhelming (like spending 6 hours on the roof of the house last week). Today, as I rushed to a back aisle at Costco to pull myself together, all I could think is, "there will be a last day homeschooling. There will be a last time helping him with a science experiment or reading aloud together." This morning I would have relished the thought of reaching the end of this often difficult road. This afternoon I am embracing even the hard moments and savoring the good ones. I needed this reminder and so do you. Buy this book!
Sunday, January 27, 2008
Kym's Plan to Pay for the Ridiculous Economic non-Stimulus Plan
In a flash of insight I have come up with a plan to both encourage spending and pay for the rebate.
The checks should be accompanied by advertisements from major national retailers with product offers matching the amount of the rebate and the demographics of the taxpayers.
For example, a family with three children will receive ads for Nintendo Wii, Disney Vacations and Barbie Dream Castles. A single male will get ads for 52" plasma TV's with his check. Senior citizens will get a one-time all inclusive trips to Reno for the low, low price of whatever their rebate turns out to be.
They could even save a step by allowing retailers to send a mailing prior to the issuing of the checks allowing consumers to pre-order their purchases and receive those in lieu of the actual money, like a rebate anticipation shopping spree. This is akin to cashing in your frequent flier miles to buy a George Forman grill.
If negotiated properly, the revenue from the advertising could almost pay for the rebate. Then in a back-door, last minute bill following the rebate, Congress can install a new tax on major national retailers who "benefited disproportionately from the 2008 economic stimulus placebo plan."
If you know any government officials who can implement my brilliant plan, please feel free to forward this message to them. I will expect a small percentage of the gross pre-tax revenue of the major national retailers following their stimulus bill windfall.
The checks should be accompanied by advertisements from major national retailers with product offers matching the amount of the rebate and the demographics of the taxpayers.
For example, a family with three children will receive ads for Nintendo Wii, Disney Vacations and Barbie Dream Castles. A single male will get ads for 52" plasma TV's with his check. Senior citizens will get a one-time all inclusive trips to Reno for the low, low price of whatever their rebate turns out to be.
They could even save a step by allowing retailers to send a mailing prior to the issuing of the checks allowing consumers to pre-order their purchases and receive those in lieu of the actual money, like a rebate anticipation shopping spree. This is akin to cashing in your frequent flier miles to buy a George Forman grill.
If negotiated properly, the revenue from the advertising could almost pay for the rebate. Then in a back-door, last minute bill following the rebate, Congress can install a new tax on major national retailers who "benefited disproportionately from the 2008 economic stimulus placebo plan."
If you know any government officials who can implement my brilliant plan, please feel free to forward this message to them. I will expect a small percentage of the gross pre-tax revenue of the major national retailers following their stimulus bill windfall.
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
Celebrity Bundle of Joy
Matthew McConaughey, the good-looking when silent actor, has just announced that he and his girlfriend Brazilian model Camila Alves are expecting a baby. Not only will their child be cross-cultural with parents from different countries, but apparently also raised with a variety of religious perspectives.
McConaughey, who has never made any claims of faith before and does not seem to adhere to the moral codes of any major religions other than hedonism, said the following when announcing the pregnancy.
“We are stoked and wowed by this miracle of creation and this gift from God, and so excited for the adventure that will come in raising this child, being a mother and a father and shepherding him or her through this life."
I was getting impressed that he at least had belief that there is a God and could see where life came from until I read on.
"Wish us the best, keep us in your prayers, and God bless evolution."
All he’s missing is a reference to Allah and the Dali Llama.
McConaughey, who has never made any claims of faith before and does not seem to adhere to the moral codes of any major religions other than hedonism, said the following when announcing the pregnancy.
“We are stoked and wowed by this miracle of creation and this gift from God, and so excited for the adventure that will come in raising this child, being a mother and a father and shepherding him or her through this life."
I was getting impressed that he at least had belief that there is a God and could see where life came from until I read on.
"Wish us the best, keep us in your prayers, and God bless evolution."
All he’s missing is a reference to Allah and the Dali Llama.
Thursday, January 10, 2008
FAQ's on the Wa. State Caucus and Primary System
Understanding Presidential Politics in Washington State
FAQ’s about Washington’s Caucus and Primary Process
A Laywoman’s Explanation
by Kym Davis
FAQ’s about Washington’s Caucus and Primary Process
A Laywoman’s Explanation
by Kym Davis
In trying to understand our primary/caucus system in this state, I have done some research which I am happy to share. Please know that I am not an expert and if anyone more knowledgeable than I finds an error, please correct me.
The most important thing is that you GET INVOLVED!!! Please, whatever your beliefs or positions on the issues are, GET INVOLVED!!! If you don’t understand the issues or candidates, do some research and GET INVOLVED!!! Your vote makes a difference!
What is this whole primary/caucus thing all about?
Each state in the country has a voice in deciding which candidates will run for president. This process is not really voting for president, but rather helping the parties (Democrats and Republicans) narrow down the candidates to the one that will represent the entire party. Some states use a caucus system and some states hold a primary.
What is the difference between a caucus and a primary and what do we have in Washington?
Washington State has both a caucus and a primary for the selection of presidential candidates. A caucus is a gathering where voters physically vote for a candidate by grouping together with voters who like the same candidate. That’s why the phrase “come out and caucus for me,” is heard from the candidates. This is also a chance for undecided voters to hear from representatives of the candidates and help make their decision clearer.
A primary is a more traditional voting situation, where a voter fills out a paper or computerized ballot at a polling place or through an absentee ballot.
Do I have to declare a party affiliation or can I vote independent?
For the caucus or primary a voter must declare which party they are voting with. A person can not caucus for the Democrats and then vote Republican in the primary for example. Voters can attend a caucus and vote in the primary and both are encouraged. Independents cannot vote in the caucus or primary because there is no “Independent Party.”
What do the results do?
Each party will use the results from the primary and/or caucus to decide how they will assign their delegates to the National Democratic or Republican Conventions held this summer.
How do the Parties decide how to assign their delegates to the National Conventions?
The Republican Party assigns 51% of their delegates through the primary and 49% through the caucus. The Democratic Party uses only the caucus to assign delegates.
Does it really matter in Washington?
By the time we reach the dates for Washington’s caucus and primary, the field should be narrowed down to just 2-4 top candidates in each party. Washington, therefore will be an important voice in choosing the final nominee.
When is the Caucus?
The date for the caucus is Saturday, February 9th beginning at 1:00 pm. I am told it is critical to be on time as they may close the polling place right at 1:00 pm and not allow any one else to enter.
When is the Primary?
The date for the primary is February 19th. You can request an absentee ballot for this election or vote at your polling place. Members of the military and their dependents can now sign up for e-ballots and vote via e-mail.
Where are the caucuses held?
To locate your caucus location, there are several sites you can visit. You can visit one of the party sites (the Democrats have an easier online tool to use) or one the following county sites listed below.
I’m not registered to vote, when is the last day?
The last day to register to vote in the primary is January 19, 2008. You can register online at your county auditor’s website.
Where can I get an absentee ballot for the primary?
On your county’s website. You can do it all online.
This is really intriguing stuff. Do you have some links for me to find more information on my own?
Washington State Republican Party
www.wsrp.org
Washington State Democratic Party
www.wa-democrats.org
Washington Secretary of State information on elections.
http://www.secstate.wa.gov/elections/2008presidential_primary.aspx
County Sites with election information & online registration
Pierce
www.piercecountywa.org/pc/abtus/ourorg/aud/elections/main.htm
King
www.metrokc.gov/elections/
Thurston
www.co.thurston.wa.us/auditor/
Mason
http://wei.secstate.wa.gov/WEI/Mason/Elections/
Kitsap
www.kitsapgov.com/aud/elections/elections.htm
Snohomish
www1.co.snohomish.wa.us/Departments/Auditor/Divisions/Elections_Voting/
Sunday, January 6, 2008
Presidential Reality Show
In anticipation of the Presidential elections and in honor of America’s love of reality television, I propose a new way to choose a President. The Presidential Reality Marathon. The show will be a combination of all of our favorite reality TV features.
As the creator of the new system, I have taken the liberty of predicting winners based on a number of qualifying factors. Here you go:
Survivor: John McCain - POW, 4 bouts of cancer, hands down winner
The Biggest Loser: Mike Huckabee – Lost 110 pounds in 2003
The Apprentice: Rudy Guiliani – He’s tough, ruthless and lives in the same town as The Donald.
The Great Race: Barack Obama – He’s the only candidate that can pull the “race” card effectively
Extreme Home Makeover - Hillary Clinton. Love those White House antiques in her NY crib.
America’s Next Top Model: John Edwards – Love the Hair
Dancing With the Stars: Joe Biden: The Villages
American Idol: Mike Huckabee – Plays a wicked bass guitar and lists Led Zepellin as his favorite band. Don’t tell the Baptists
Beauty and the Geek: Dennis Kucinich – ‘nough said
Trading Spouses: Rudy Guiliani
Deadliest Catch: Fred Thompson – He looks as if he’s caught something deadly
Extreme Makeover: Mitt Romney – He’s changed positions on the issues so many times, he doesn’t even look like the same guy anymore
Are you Smarter than a 5th Grader: We retired this game after all the 5th graders beat President Bush
As the creator of the new system, I have taken the liberty of predicting winners based on a number of qualifying factors. Here you go:
Survivor: John McCain - POW, 4 bouts of cancer, hands down winner
The Biggest Loser: Mike Huckabee – Lost 110 pounds in 2003
The Apprentice: Rudy Guiliani – He’s tough, ruthless and lives in the same town as The Donald.
The Great Race: Barack Obama – He’s the only candidate that can pull the “race” card effectively
Extreme Home Makeover - Hillary Clinton. Love those White House antiques in her NY crib.
America’s Next Top Model: John Edwards – Love the Hair
Dancing With the Stars: Joe Biden: The Villages
American Idol: Mike Huckabee – Plays a wicked bass guitar and lists Led Zepellin as his favorite band. Don’t tell the Baptists
Beauty and the Geek: Dennis Kucinich – ‘nough said
Trading Spouses: Rudy Guiliani
Deadliest Catch: Fred Thompson – He looks as if he’s caught something deadly
Extreme Makeover: Mitt Romney – He’s changed positions on the issues so many times, he doesn’t even look like the same guy anymore
Are you Smarter than a 5th Grader: We retired this game after all the 5th graders beat President Bush
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