Monthly Archives: July 2013

Wading into politics: stevevinsoncare

Posted on July 31, 2013 by stevenvinson

1,407 days ago, I was asked a good question. If I agree our health care system is broken, but I don’t believe Obamacare should become law, then what would my plan be? 1,407 days later, Obamacare is law. And I … Continue reading →

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Greg Bly will climb Butters Hill again

Posted on July 30, 2013 by stevenvinson

A bee stung Greg Bly in his neck as he walked up Butters Hill. He didn’t exactly hate walking up Butters Hill but he didn’t love it either. Oh, sometimes it was fantastic. When Sandy was with him. And when … Continue reading →

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20 things I saw or did on Ragbrai

Posted on July 29, 2013 by stevenvinson

Ragbrai is the Register’s Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa. It’s this thing where 25,000 to 35,000 people ride their bicycles from the Missouri River to the Mississippi River.  All at the same time.  Then there are probably 10,000 or … Continue reading →

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Gracie

Posted on July 23, 2013 by stevenvinson

“You’re not adopted?” Gracie was quite upset with her older sister. “No.” “All this time.” Gracie wiped a tear. “Wait. Am I adopted?” “Yes.” “I just… Why? Why did mom and dad say you were? Why didn’t you tell me?” … Continue reading →

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Clem’s Ma’s Tapeworm Plan

Posted on July 21, 2013 by stevenvinson

Clem O. Pratt has tapeworms. He’s lying up in the hospital now. Wasting away. The Biltricide didn’t work so now he has an obstructed bowel. He used to eat like crazy. Hamburgers, pork chops, fried chicken all at one sitting. … Continue reading →

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Rule No. 6

Posted on July 21, 2013 by stevenvinson

The best explanation of Rule No. 6 can be found in this Ben Zander “Shining Eyes” clip.  Pretty much, rule number 6 is, “Don’t take yourself so goddamn seriously.”  When asked what are the other rules, Ben Zander says, “there … Continue reading →

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Here, read this…

Posted on July 20, 2013 by stevenvinson

Sometimes you just wanna write. There are times when you need to get your thoughts out and get them down in black and white. This is not one of those times. I intend for this to be read. I’ll journal … Continue reading →

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And the winner is…

Posted on July 18, 2013 by stevenvinson

Here, read this… That category name best captures the inspiration for my next 90 day project. I’m not journaling here. My objective is to write words that will be read. So Paul Effin’ Schultz wins… well… nothing… nothing material anyway… … Continue reading →

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