Accusing Jeff, and by extension the whole Watchdog Commmunity, of micromanaging by asking commissioner French inconvenient questions well within his public servant duties; his condescending response is his way of showing, "the peasants", that, "royalty", has its privileges!
Yesterday I really struggled. First, I was eye-slapped by an elected official. Then, I had to go home, where I don't even have a rooftop terrace. I had to bathe my emu with an old-fashioned garden hose because no one has ever bought me an emu-washing station. The afternoon sun came out, but without air conditioning, I just had to sit in my house with the windows open. And then, and I'm sorry if I become emotional writing this, I had to hand-wash a baking pan that wouldn't fit in the dishwasher.
No Emu washing station? What, is this not America? I can’t believe you had to dry that poor creature by hand. I hope you have a Dyson hairdryer. The Bonallos “Shoebill Stork” loves his.
Just reread Wendy Sisk - let's add in an introduction, It's the responsibility of all hard working wage earners of Clallam County to "make it as easy as possible for people to be successful." Probably the alternative was for a CCC to say "Okay no dishwashers, but you rabble rousing taxpayers will report to these apartments to wash and dry dishes, do the occupants laundry, clean the place weekly and so on ad nauseum." The CCC, SCC, and OMC boards have many traits in common. Go figure.
I was taught success came through application of good principles and hard work, a lot of real effort and common sense and some kind of USEFUL service to others, not 'making it easy'!
I guess the beast system has 'made it easy' for these socialists along the way of life.
Now we have a bunch of entitled sociopaths trying to bring everyone down to a 'lower common denominator' while they wallow in relative ease.
Make it NOT EASY for them!
Seeing them Squirming is a good sign!
The worms crawl out of the fruit if it's too warm or too cold.
You wouldn't be alone...you are younger and stronger than most of us and we wouldn't 'throw you to the wolves'.
Just sayin'...many of us have a lot of experience, maybe some wisdom, but not the stamina to take on a role like that. It does require a certain level of 'drive'.
Only you can know...but if we keep turning up the heat more WILL step forward, I'm sure...if not, we WILL have to leave. Root-hog-or-die!😎
2 threads seem to be running concurrently in this site. 1 thread front and center today is Mike French, who through his body language and spoken words has no time for constituents who do critical thinking and ask the hard questions. His personality and demeanor show no redemptive qualities. And so, thread 2 emerges on this site- the need for a candidate who is transparent and responsive. A second to Robert James comment.
It's a process. The most important step is to contact an organization such as the Clallam County GOP. You don't have to tithe to them to take advantage of the materials they have. They have some learning/educational information to help you try to figure that out, and that needs to be done sooner than later because this is a process vs trying to figure it out in the 11th hour. I think that energy is key, and you seem to have that.
On a personal level. Our county benefits when there's competition of ideas. I don't know you but I can say that based on your involvement and interest you should check it out sooner than later.
Unless they use expensive "hardie board" and build a bath tub quality enclosure, its a black mold ..move them into a hotel...raise property taxes again situation.
Can I apply for a dishwasher and installation from the county? I have endured years of hand washing and bc I pay taxes I feel my priority should be addressed first. Do the homeless pay taxes? See where I’m coming from?
Literally all the construction folks I personally know signed onto the union during or shortly after covid hit and are currently working that job as we speak.
They may not agree with what they are building, but good money is good money
Everything 'free' housing provides gets broken...sooner than later...we need rehab 'camps', mental hospitals, compassionate confinement for those who need it.
Mainstreaming mental illness, addiction and violence is SICK!🤪
It takes just as long to build with inferior products as it does to build with long lasting materials. I don’t know why anyone would feel good about a day of hard labor knowing it’s basically temporary. Pay checks - good. Self esteem - priceless!
The dishwashers should not be the issue being debated. The issue should be, why are we spending a crap ton of $$ for new housing for a handful of drug addicts in the first place? With no accountability for sobriety?? When is the last time the government offered me, or any other hard-working taxpayer, a housing subsidy? Talk about an insult ...
This low bar to housing should have rules. Is this going to be run through a Section 8 program? (Or are we re-inventing the wheel?) Are tenants going to earn between 30% to 50% of AMI? Will there be rent caps (say 30% of monthly income)? Will there be any demographic criteria? Will there be any references required to assure good tenants? Can bad tenants be denied/evicted if their behavior will impact (negatively) other tenants? How will this project be managed? On-site manager? Remote manager? Who determines eligibility for occupation?
No one has ever answered the question: is this a 40-year project, or a 25-year project, or less? (Where did the money come from? State? Federal? Private capital for tax sheltering?)
I hope it’s not Sec 8 because as a permanently disabled person in Clallam County you can’t even get on the wait-list for Sec 8 (it’s closed) and I was told the wait for an apartment via the Clallam Public Housing department will be 2 to 3 years (they charge you 30% of your income for rent & utilities). Are drug addicts getting access to housing quicker than that?
This program requires that you're a drain on the criminal justice system and in order to save tax payer dollars there they can stay for free in these apartments. Dog, meet tail.
well, Section 8 has a waiting list.... and people should be able to move off that list and into housing. For people who aren't on ANY list to get housing is unfair. I'd just like to know the criteria for placing people... at least Section 8 has a framework.
Mimi, I do have to confess to this. I disagreed with you on housing and the homeless. I think we had a little back and forth on that in previous blogs. It's not easy to open minds when the minds are set. You did open my mind how to approach and deal with mental illness (a big one for homeless people). There are truly people who can't take care of themselves. That includes Berta (who addressed permanent disability)
If you reached me on a human logical level, I VOTE FOR YOU : )
Th waitlist for Sec 8 is done locally and it only opens periodically. It hasn’t been open in Clallam county for some time. So you can’t even get in the waiting list right now.
I live on the corner of 3and Oak, We would really like these questions answered. 2 of our neighbors have already sold their homes to avoid the unknown, even though we all know what that is.
We could let homeless people move into local eye sores and rent the new facility out as luxury condos. Win win, no one would have to remove crap trailers from their property. Okay not a great idea, but geez, when you have no commitment to your dwelling it gets treated just like no one cares.
I don’t care about your issues, just mine. I know better than you. I know better than the experts we hired. French’s picture must be next to condensation in the dictionary. The hight of arrogance. 🤮
You owe Jeff Tozzer and the rest of the citizens of Clallam County a public apology for your comments made Tuesday, September 9, 2025 indicating your disinterest in issues that are different than yours. You were hired (elected) to represent all citizens of Clallam County. You took an oath to translate the desires of our residents into action through effective communication and provide comprehensive and exemplary service levels in a prompt and responsive manner. How do you justify your response as being other than arrogant and dismissive of Clallam County residents’ desires. This is a repeated pattern of yours and indicates a bias toward special interests, to which you may be beholding, and in opposition to those who may have different opinions. Maybe its time you take a long look into a mirror, or the abyss, and see if anything is reflected, or looks back.
Thank you, Eric! Perfectly stated! French was rude and condescending to the tax payers and citizens who take time out of their day to be a part of the process. Jeff was polite, and well-tempered. All Jeff wanted was a simple answer, not a diatribe.
I think the likelihood of the kommissars actually reading any of our 'radical' emails is pretty much zero...as soon as they see who it's from, or read that it contains a critique, they hit delete! Just a hunch.
In a fair and just system the kommissars would read out some pro and con messages they receive to show they are capable of open-mindedness and to show the public what others are saying about any given issue...I think that's called transparency...what an old fashioned idea!🥸
A suggestion to being asked tough questions. If you don't know the answer, never guess, it'll put you in a bind at some point because citizens expect honesty. If you don't know the answer to something just say so and learn to be comfortable with that response. You might be internalizing the need to not look uninformed because of your position but trading that for honesty is a losing proposition. I'm sure that you'd give this same advice to anyone you know or mentor, so consider accepting it yourself. You'll come across as being more reasonable.
The decision to install dishwashers will come back to haunt taxpayers. Why, Dishwashers leak. Spray hoses do to. My complex has neither for that reason. My complex stopped replacing kitchen sink spray hoses because they are black mold factories. The ones that are left they inspect every 4 months. I don't use mine anymore.
Public comment is micromanaged. No images allowed except those of the ruling class. Yesterday in Forks at the land acquisition CRC meeting, I got a background screen and used it well. That footage will not be shown. It has yet to appear on the site.
Stoffer and even Cameron are not attending the land acquisition hearings. Stoffer has obstructed every one. His dog...his neighbor...he forgot his laptop..no Quorum..
Anything to hand over a community to a tribe because we are such shitty colonizers.
I see it in my dreams. The globalists are under attack in 10 countries. Macron, won't make it to 2026. Its untenable.
Our Commissioners and other local leaders are using the same game plan as Macron.
They are banking on us not taking to the streets, because that's their thing.
Take a look at Europe, Austrailia Germany....The globalists are being drawn and quartered.
Did you hear Todd’s remarks on my question regarding the “Bauer” retrial?
It was very generic.
I slow blinked him as he minimized the validity of my question.
Wondered what your take is on spending close to 100k (most likely much MORE $)
from tax payers on a retrial for a convicted murderer, now has been appealed and I believe the lawyer representing him did not come from “lawyers R us”.
Now you know why federal courts have limited murder case attorneys.
If you look, only pro's do murder cases on a federal level for reasons just like this.
Hazard County doesn't have pro's they have Boss Hogg, deciding the fates of criminal's cases, with a public defender over at the Bushwacker.
Seattle Attorney's like Stephan Illa or Gil Levy, have expertise for just such an occasion, and they are not worried about getting a slap on the back from Boss Hogg.
You are truth bombing the Commissioners into dust, Jeff! All French had to do was admit his error and move on. Instead, he berated a tax-paying citizen in a public forum. He desperately needed a backdoor exit for his arrogant display, because he has been caught favoring his special interest over fiscal responsibility over and over, again and again. Next time he misbehaves, we'll hold the front door wide open for him. Great job, Jeff! And all you did was ask for a simple answer.
I lived my life in construction and should cost over-runs be held to 10% it will be a miracle. Build it and they will come. If I thought this project for the homeless would resolve homelessness, I might be a supporter. I really want to know, if this project will reduce the presence of mini- street camps consisting of tarps, grocery carts and cardboard. Were I homeless and learned the North Olympic Peninsula provides free housing, I would find my way there. If all the apartments are taken, no worries, it will be a short wait until tax payers build more. I have friends enduring hard times and will let them know of this opportunity and I'm sure they know people who are also in need. So hey, come on down; we got you.
Here's a very interesting model that's clearing hurdles to become a reality in hard to build WA state. Spartan living, and no dishwashers.
"GOOD NEIGHBOR VILLAGE will provide permanent housing and care to Pierce County’s chronically homeless neighbors. Restoring dignity, purpose, and stability within a safe, supportive, and healing community."
Reminiscent of Cabrini Greens in Chicago in the 50's. Ghettoizing is not the answer. Mental institutions and some type of drug addiction facility along with incarceration for crime punishment seems to be. No pride in achievement leads to disrespect of oneself. Free housing does not foster self respect.
I certainly have my doubts for more reasons than I can write here, but it's the attempt to be efficient. I mean the winery and the wetlands would be prime for this, and right at the doorstep of free transportation.
these "feel good" virtue signaling decisions to make things "FREE" hurts the people it's trying to help. Nothing should be free, and by giving free, it's an insult to the integrity of the poor recipient. No one is too poor to do something to contribute.
MK, I don't think the tribe will find that a profitable business, but you are correct about the transportation. Who knows how long that will remain FREE
I was at the commissioners meeting a few weeks back when French made the comment on the pipes. All I could see was gaslighting the question. You could tell by his rambling on about the pipes that he was trying to say to all of us sitting there that we aren’t as smart as him. Well Jeff as always you are engaging all of us to see through these commissioners.
I’d rather support 4PA housing instead of this PBH crap. 4PA is doing it right to get a tiny house, retraining, education, jobs, clean living otherwise no house etc. PBH could learn from them,
Isnt controling burn bans and possibly issuing burn permits the job of the
Fire department that we just increased our levy for them? Why hire another person to do this job with salary , benefits and retirement, an added expense?
Borrowing from Glen Morgan, after being elected to office, many find themselves entombed in a cocoon of isolation from the public who elected them and immersed in a world of special interest. Their own issues take president over we the people.
I call for Mike French to resign immediately and not run for public office again. I choose to voice my issues and am not interested in yours. I wonder what, if anything, Mike French sees when long starring into the abyss, or a mirror.
All 3 Amigos need to resign immediately...then the vacuum can be filled with real people...the county will not stop without these psychos...it might even come into balance rather quickly!😎
What issues does he take interest in? I mean, if it’s a designer job, we should at least know what he does to earn a salary. We certainly don’t need politicians overseeing construction sites, so what is their role again? I keep forgetting bc of apathy towards voters.
These luxury apartments will be reduced to rumble on the interior within 2 years after opening, AND, the likes of Commissioner French will be asking for another $2,000,000! We will be told all sorts of lies about management, micromanagement, not caring for the poor, about compassion, about lack of funding, etc!
Naturally, the NGO failed to do a Design to Cost as well as a 10 year reliability and maintenance plan and budget. This NGO is incapable of doing what is required to solve the issues they're chartered to address!
The cold hard truth is that this project is doomed to fail as there's no underlying solution plan for the people that will live there. There is no mandatory education, drug testing, drug/alcohol rehab, mandatory mental counseling, and a set housing duration.
Socialism always fails when you run out of other people's money!
Mike French's (and other's) outright lies regarding the homeless housing "dishwashers' issue" is of course based upon his slippery admitted uneducated "guess" as opposed to him bothering to make a simple short phone call to be sure of the facts that he obviously does not want to deal with~! Oh, those "pesky facts"~! HA! As a very experienced real estate professional I am additionally insulted that Mike French is claiming to be effectively "guessing" about the wastewater concerns that "supposedly" led to the decision to put dishwashers in each new homeless housing unit. HA~! We here live comfortably, and our "dishwashers" are me & my wife~! [He says, as his wife is washing the dishes :] What a load of poorly preconceived or "on-the-fly" contrived BS that is coming out of Mike French~! These people are SO stupid, they actually believe that "we" will believe their lies and deceptions~! Anyway, yes, there is an extremely remote possibility that some city infrastructure would need to be ungraded on/for a specific building site with regard to the wastewater handling (removal) of a new construction/building project. This "COULD" in some rare cases, and to a VERY limited degree, be necessary when a singly family home was being removed and replaced with a multi-unit residential project. However it is EXTREMELY unlikely that an existing "in ground improvement/upgrade" would be either extensive or very costly, because the wastewater/sewage lines (within/in the street as they say) are usually a uniform (traditional by code) universal size that is intended to be easily adaptable to minor & predictable (anticipated) property use changes as time goes by. Mike French shoved a "square peg" of lies, up our "round holes" of common sense and hoped that we would be too stupid and ignorant to notice~! Ouch~! God bless his empty lying "pointed head"~! HA~! Could it be that these slimy mentally ill social engineers are simply installing dishwashers in these new homeless housing units because they know damn well that the average homeless Individual will be slightly more encouraged to cleanly maintain their "free housing" units if it is easier for them to do their dishes~? Me thinks that is what they dare not admit, because they know from decades of experience how trashed & thrashed these kinds of public housing projects always are by the same people that they claim to want to help by constantly stealing & misusing our taxpayer dollars~! Not to mention the destruction of the immediate neighborhood and decline of adjacent property values that always result from these public housing disasters~! Bet on it~!
Of course, you well described the complete lie that Mike French is spewing about the good folks in the country, well outside of the city limits, needing to be "educated" about proper burn fire management~! This would falsely suggest that "we" here who live in the country are too stupid and ignorant to know how to be safe managing our own burns. I would not be a bit surprised if Mike French himself has no clue how to even start a fire, let alone understand how Independant & competent "we" folks who live in the country need to regularly be. Nice work pointing out that this disgusting new fee of $5 would be micromanaging at its finest, however I hope that most folks understand that the $5 fee would not stay a $5 fee for very long. The REAL issue is that "we" can't, nor should "we" EVER tolerate ANY government, NGO, or any other people to dictate and control our lives (especially our water rights & usage) if our freedom, liberty, and very lives are to be protected~! The $5 fee is therefore the Trogen Horse distraction that these criminals in government are again shoving down our throats to further destroy our otherwise beautiful community and for them to steal more of our rights~! It is a power grab of epic & unkimited proportions, hidden within a small fee, if we foolishly allow these dictator "mini-monsters" to keep hammering us with their evil underhanded and highly destructive sociel engineering assaults~! Keep up the good work Jeff Tozzer and everyone else here on "The Watchdog" who is working for our freedom~! Sincerely, Mike
You actually ask a VERY astute & absolutely critical question my friend! I like the way that you get down to the point... Many moons ago I investigated this very same question, because I had seen FAR too many Individuals who "seemed" to be very good for the various governmental management positions, only to see them turn into REAL nasty ruthless people after they got into office and that just didn't make sense in the large numbers of cases that I had analyzed. The "Jeckell & Hide" dynamic has to have an explanation. So, the real answer to your question is absolutely horrific, but the good news is that "we" can and must make the positive changes to our country that are necessary. Basically the "problem" is that no one is "perfect" and many of these Individuals who are supported to run or be "installed" into government by the criminal element can be blackmailed into doing what they are told to do by the criminal element. That is actually by FAR the way that most of these criminals in government find their way into office. Then, on occasion, someone good actually does get into office because they earn it legitimately and they are not susceptible to blackmail because they are "clean" with no real issues that can be used against them. This is most often not a problem for the criminals of humanity at all, because they simply demand that the good Individual does what they tell them to do, "or else"~! That is where things get VERY ugly, and the good Individuals who can't be successfully blackmailed "suddenly" finds themselves and their families having all sorts of problems seemingly coming out of nowhere. The "Black Hand" strikes~! The good Individual will be attacked in a great many ways, like a spouse being raped or killed, their children being attacked, their dog found dead, arson, burglary, you name it. In numerous cases the good Individual who can't be legitimately blackmailed because of something that they did, will simply be "framed" by the criminals for crimes like rape, financial crimes, or anything that would tarnish that good Individuals reputation in the weak minds of the less Intelligent emotional hysterical mob that dominates society. Let the "witch hunt begin"~! Ha! Does this sound familiar to you~? Yup, this is exactly what they did, and are STILL doing to President Trump, and a great many other good folks who have dared to try to do the right things in government~! I am afraid that most Americans (and no doubt people all over the world) are nowhere near Intelligent enough to understand just how evil these criminals of humanity REALLY are, but there is hope that they will FINALLY "grow up" to exist at a higher level someday (frequency level ;-) As an old student of the law I have been trying to wake Americans up to the fact that the evil criminals among us have destroyed countless Americans and their relationships and families over the years, because a great many innocent people have been framed for one reason or another. I don't think a month goes by when some poor victim who was framed and unjustly criminally prosecuted, is revealed in even the mainstream media as having been completely innocent all along~! I seriously doubt that there is a single American who has not been falsely accused of something in their lives, but OH how quick they are to forget how that felt, because sadly we have a LOT of hateful ignorant fools among us who are happy to believe the worst of others. I may sound just a tad angry, but Charles Kirk was just assassinated in cold blood, and I am already disgusted and not so happy with the hordes of insane "useful idiots" who through their ignorance and hysterical emotions got more than 20 million Americans slaughtered with the deadly COVID vaccines... We have a great many problems in America, and most of them can be seen in mirrors all over the country every day... I do my best to "do no harm" as an American Constitutionalist (which is an extremely difficult goal to achieve) but no one is perfect as I said, and together we definitely need to get our act together or these criminals of humanity are going to kill most of us as they have been planning to do for a great many decades now. The Georgia Guidestones were no joke ;-) Anyway, folks need to start to "think" before they react, because if these criminals of humanity have no problem destroying a lawfully sitting President who is actually doing a good job, then what chances do any of us have in life~? Have a mellow evening my friend and do keep the faith because there really is hope, IF the American people learn not to be used to destroy themselves~! Sincerely, Mike
You are passionate and motivated always, from my perspective. We are at our permanent moorage, Pleasant Harbor Marina on Hood Canal-Brinnon.
Even after all these years, I’m still unpleasantly
Amazed
surprised when politics becomes a complete divider of a relationship. First of all, what can we do but learn, open our minds and hearts and joyfully accept others. When that doesn’t work, I feel empty. Someone once told me I’m like a puppy that expects everyone to like me because I am a happy tail wagger. Well, I’m no pup but some of the other things are true.
We are filling up the boat and a seal pup just floated by to say hi. How precious is Gods love? On the water, we are reminded of freedoms and the noise of politics and discourse disappear and sunshine bathes the decks and our hearts. Agendas aren’t made and the people we get together with are by choice and planning.
My husband says when the s*** hits the fan we just untie. Water maker turns seawater into 500 gallons per day, drinkable. These are odd times we are living in. CCWatchdog is making me painfully aware of BOCC and their utter disregard for the people they represent, well except
Ozias is an open book where his loyalties lead him. So looking for our forever home and questioning Clallam county, but the devil you know……Have you written a book? I bet you’ve turned in a truck load of graduate thesis work. I got so mind boring numb that I gave up my college work, a registered dental hygienist., and found a world of science mysteries to solve. As close as the shores of the Strait. Found a piece of a Woolly Mammoth Ivory Tusk floating in the waters edge. Immediately identified it by the Schreger Lines. Bet it has a good story. Looks cut down for ornamentation. I was told 6 different native villages made Discovery Bay their permanent location even though hunting trips took them farther away. I have not studied the Diamond Point area in depth but the quarantine “Lice House” still stands where the dock for ships headed to Puget Sound were inspected. Lice- nice little side history, I’m so proud☺️
I’m obsessive about many things, insects are right up there. My husband laughs that my friend is an entomologist! Of course he is, we have lots to talk about ! Got to go help Capt get boat back to slip. Wonderful day, wonderful gift you give me in the context of your writing!✍🏾 Thank you
Oh yes, folks like us (you, I and others) are always passionate and motivated because we see life as worthy of it. There are some who are natural born "Romantics" who have what used to be called "a zest for life" because we embrace life and see life as a tremendous opportunity to have amazing experiences. Then there are a LOT of people who put in a minimal amount just to get by, avoiding as much real engagement in life as possible. Some are just more proactive and intentionally living life, and the others are more prone to be "blobs" that tend to be constantly impacted by life without much forethought. The people who constantly crave being "entertained" and always complain about being bored, are the lifeless "blobs" that are themselves boring and there is no end to the trouble that they cause. The rest of us look for ways to be productive, without harming others, and we try to enjoy life because we see that as the greatest "entertainment" one could enjoy. I LOVE your "pup" comment, and I resemble it quite a bit~! It all comes down to exactly "who" the Individual really is. Folks like us NEVER abandon our "inner childlike nature" that often includes others who want to play, as opposed to those who sadly lost their childlike inner self, if they ever had one, who are prone to be "childish" which is self-centered and they really only care for themselves. These are historic times that reveal those who are basically naturally Good VS those who are on the side of evil because they believe that it serves them in some way. I have the "government wallpaper" that many sadly believe proves the worth of an Individual, college degrees, but I was wearing a suit in a high level of the business world before I ever enrolled in college, and Ironically in a profession where actual experience in the real world was clearly more important than the "government wallpaper". College is very important when the Individual Intelligently & diligently studies worthy subjects by design, but the more Intelligent college students understand that college is just as important to learn what the government is really "teaching" the students VS what they are INTENTIONALLY NOT teaching the students that is absolutely telling. It is wise to study the ways of one's adversary's~! Ha~! So, it was in fact very obvious to me that the colleges, all colleges, were just teaching a highly controlled version of the truth about reality, as opposed to the real truth, and that my friend was quite revealing indeed. Because my father was an elite PhD at the University that I attended and called my "home" since I was about 5 years old, I had the advantage of a FAR better insight as to what was really going on in "higher education". This educational brainwashing system in the US has far reaching negatives that would not be easy to see by most, however that explains why the average college graduate so foolishly trusts "The Government" (especially the educational matrix), and those without the "indoctrination degree/s" are more statistically likely to have rejected things like the COVID & dangerous vaccine attacks. So, college is great in some respects, but it sure does not replace real life experiences. I would not be surprised if there was a time when the supply lines had issues and of course everyone knows the cities that are prone to experience some level of civil unrest, but I really doubt that there will be a large scale SHTF experience ahead for most of the US. President Trump and the white hats have made no secret of the fact that they are going to do their duty to protect America, and all of the "problem cities" now have VERY serious US Military folks in place ;-) Obviously, the corrupt media will intentionally continue to portray that things are worse than they really are, especially when it suits their evil plot, so those who are foolish enough to inflict drama and fear upon themselves by watching the so-called "news" will likely get foolishly sucked into their evil trap. It is highly possible for folks to learn more of the truth by avoiding the mainstream media crappola. Yes, we also respect the Insect world and OH the stories that I could tell. Over ten years ago Lisa (my wife) and I finally had the right time & opportunity to start to learn about beekeeping, which is the highest level of "bug-ology" (studying Insects ;-)) Ha! What a trip~! Bees are extremely interesting to study and can provide folks with an insight that few would ever understand otherwise~! Your boat sounds wonderful, and we regularly learn/study more about boats and boating because as you know we have plans to step up our game and get another even bigger boat if/when we are so blessed. I can't remember a time when I didn't keep an eye on the boat Industry, because it actually reveals FAR more than the average Individual would understand. I also closely monitor the real estate market, especially high-end properties, because that always directly reflects what is really going on in our society as well. Most people have no clue that MANY wealthy and powerful were selling (actually unloading) their expensive yachts and real estate holdings over 5 years ago and in absolutely eye-popping historic numbers, which is actually direct evidence that revealed much about what was REALLY going on behind the "swamp gas" of the media~! I have also watched the "auction" sales platforms now for over 50 years, because they directly reflect economic reality every day and as an analyst these key things always provide the truth that the media never reveals, and the vast majority of other "analysts" never even consider... There is the fake news media world that tricks folks into destroying their lives and our society VS the very real world that can be verified in countless other ways for those of us with the abilities to accurately scientifically determine FAR more truth and reality. I am sure that you understand, but more importantly it is best to reject the criticisms of those who live in the fake news world because they have "terminated" their own value in society (and they don't even know or understand it). Sad but true~! If you and your husband ever decide to look at buying land here in the Sequim area let me know, because we are looking at selling our most unique "funny farm" here and it is a really awesome property~! I won't bore you with the details unless you want to hear them, but we do have a high degree of self-reliance here because that is what real country folks always do. We spend a lot of time in The John Wayne Marina area because we love that experience, and our property is only a short drive away. We are very reasonably priced, and we would be willing to work with good folks... It is just a thought ;-) I am off to have my Birthday breakfast because America and I share the same "Day of Birth"~! Ha! Some days I feel like the older one~! This is the day that The American Constitution was signed and ratified ;-)
Mike thank you for your thoughtful response. I decided to block my communication with my sister. Her negative attitude and her entitlement (the gov owes her a living) zaps my energy. The amount of interesting subjects all around us, would take 3 lifetimes of study. When we lose our fascination in the science of life, what is left? Thank you for the heart felt pep talks. My book writing is actually going quickly. I’ve kept journals for years, a constant source of humor and frustration. Boating allows for adventures no other form of transportation can offer. It’s work and money and a trade off of other pursuits. But good for us now. The pod of Orcas will stand out as a highlight forever. It is so interesting how we gravitate to people on this site. NextDoor only brought anger and I didn’t want to meet any of the commenters, probably they felt the same. Finding out who a few moderators are, shows the big ugly picture that is ND. Did you study religious counseling? You remind me of several people I hold in high regard for the way their words soothe the soul. Well, a bit of clean up is required here on the
MV Sanibel. As always, a pleasure to read your good messages! Thank you.
It is a real pleasure to have the opportunity to get to know you better~! True connections between folks are like finding Gold these days and that is a sad sign of these difficult times in history. It is not natural for people to be SO divided and miserable, but there are many evil Individuals (and forces) who are desperate to save their own skin right now because MANY Americans and people all over the world have had enough tragedy, bullying, and oppression that was primarily driven by "big government". It is very sad; however, it is all part of the evolving human process and hopefully growth into a FAR better world. It does affect everyone, even the clueless. I always feel bad for folks who, for one reason or another, can't get along happily, because "divided" we are less able to be strong in every way, and these are VERY dangerous times to be weak. I also feel the loss of MANY friends and family that have happened over the years, but sometimes it is best to let go when things become too unpleasant and/or especially dangerous. I understand well that dealing with your sister became more than you want in your life right now, but I hope that things can improve enough over time for you to stay in touch on a better level. Ha~! The Ironic thing is that "The Government" does in fact owe your sister and all Americans a great deal, but not because they owe her/us "a living", only because of what has been stolen from all of us, that I and many others are currently working VERY hard to "claw back" to redistribute ASAP~! One of the most notorious crimes of the "corporate" federal US Government has been the completely criminal fraud of the so-called "federal Income tax" which was NEVER legally and lawfully established or ratified by the states as is absolutely Constitutionally required~! President Trump and the white hats are VERY clearly and methodically successfully dismantling "The Federal Reserve" and their most evil I.R.S., so there is great hope for that positive change~! It is a VERY big deal. The people who have foolishly allowed themselves to be "infected" by the "Trump derangement syndrome" (mental sickness), are quite ignorantly blinded by their own hysterical misguided hate to even be able to see what great things are currently happening right in front of them~! Very interesting, amusing, and also sad & pitiful all at the same time... A lot of people are going to be completely embarrassed if/when they ever wake up enough to see how foolish they have been~! The majority of these sad people have little to no personal integrity and honor, let alone any real Intelligence, so they will NEVER admit that they were tricked into being foolish. We will always know the truth, however. The "entitlement attitude" is ALL wrong, but we must now have our freedoms, rights, and wealth that have been stolen, completely restored! Too bad that your sister and SO many others are failing to see what is really happening these days, but in time she/they may come around to accept the new world/matrix. I often find myself having to make choices in my friendships for the betterment of myself and those "friends", especially when the more serious conflicts exist. Like you & I, and many good folks right now, there are times when it is best to distance ourselves from others as painful and sad as that is. I am a natural Optimist, however as an Individual who puts a very high value on learning and understanding reality I am often accused as being "negative"~! HA~! The Irony is not lost on me that those who accuse me of being "negative" are the very ones who, for whatever reasons COMPLETELY fail to see & understand the very "negatives" that we all face today. These same people very often see "negatives" where there are none, but they somehow can't or don't want to see and/or admit to the real "negatives" that do actually exist. What a trip~! The mainstream media's intentional deceptions and outright lies continue to drive much of this, along with the criminals in government and the general population who are fighting to escape Justice. HA! That is a VERY insightful question = "Did I study religious counseling?"~! You have a keen sense of discernment Susan ;-) No, I have absolutely no formal religious training, however due to some interesting life experiences I know that God exists and as someone who dedicated his life to embrace learning and trying to understand our world, it is just a logical outcome that I would be capable of seeing things reasonably well from a "macro-level" as well as a "micro-level". I could of course explain more, but you probably understand what I am saying... Ironically, about 16 years ago I became an Ordained Minister, however that was strictly a personal declaration of the side of history that I have always been on. This is the battle between Good VS evil~! So, I can sound "religious" and I personally have a Christian outlook on life, however after studying world history most of my life I am FAR more Spiritual with a wider view of religions and Spirituality than a promoter of one belief over another. I could be wrong, however everything I have learned definitely encourages me to bring folks together and NOT to play a role in dividing them against each other. It is pretty simple really, but I do have a "simple mind" and that probably keeps me from being more annoying than I already am! Ha Ha Ha!!! The fact is that Humans do come with MANY levels of understanding reality, so we are all better off when we work hard to keep our minds open to continuing to learn~! Of course, that does not mean that we compromise our beliefs and faith, or surrender our God given freedom & rights, but learning is the key to better living. Oh yes~! I have been blessed to have enjoyed countless hours on the water in my life~! I have even taught others how to drive boast safely over the years, especially ski boats ;-) Early in life I worked VERY hard to prepare for a US Military career and late in high school while I was a leader in the Marine Corps Jr. ROTC, I received an offer of a congressional appointment to Annapolis that I had dreamed of getting. Well, long story short, largely because my father was in the US Military Intelligence service and I had already been involved in some "government activities", I had seen "The Monster" of criminal unconstitutional actors within our federal government. So, I declined the offer because American Constitutionalists CAN'T serve evil politicians & others to harm others for their evil profit and power~! After living just about my entire life witnessing the absolute horrors of the US involvement in Vietnam at that time, without EVER hearing a logical reason for that sad war, I really didn't have any choice. Anyway, yes, I absolutely LOVE boating, and I hope that we will have a boat again soon. What a beautiful experience it indeed is to be on a boat, especially here in this water wonderland of the Puget Sound~! When the madness of our society becomes difficult to deal with, a good boating experience sure can positively adjust our attitudes ;-) Years ago I read somewhere that God Himself LOVES to be on a boat to enjoy one of the best experiences in the world, so I always thought that was cool~! Have a beautiful day and do keep up the work of writing, because in its own way that also can be a most beautiful experience~! Write for yourself with an eye on your "target audience", but in my experience the best writing comes when I am most passionate and motivated about the subject (project). Sincerely, Mike
Tell your wife she has to share a bit of you with me. I believe there are wrongs that can be corrected when an individual steps up. I’ve been accused of being cynical, but if cynics weren’t right so often, people would see that as a gift not a negative personality trait. I love CCWatch Dog bc he leads us to water, when so much of society denies water exists. I have had to distance myself from people that stand for nothing. My sister, is about as deep as the pot holes in Port Townsend. I spent the longest 3 days with her. My eyes glazed over and my brain left my body. I concluded to never do that again and that some people are wasting valuable earth resources like the air we breathe! I so appreciate your time and knowledge.
One we all have the same amount of but the knowledge absolutely separates us as individuals. A very distant relative posted how appalling the attention Charlie Kirk’s death was getting, when school children are shot and ICE is rounding up illegals (she called them locals, whatever) I replied that our hearts should be feeling the grief 9/11 left. A sadder, and scarred nation, that needs to honor heros and the victims.
Wow, she unloaded on me obviously 9/11 had zero impact on her. Immediately she retaliated with a Trump dig. What the hell? I finished the conversation with a suggestion to put her energy where it is valued bc Facebook as a platform, has little value, and engaging with me consumes my time.
That’s what happens when you let people go to college and pay later😃 or as we say, buy them books and they chew the corners off! Have a good weekend. Enjoying the last few days of our boating summer.
Ah HA! So, you are a boater~! We are hoping that some interesting Investments that we have been making for a few years now soon pay off, so that we can buy a boat or two to be able to get back on the water ourselves. It is in our blood and something VERY dear to us, so we shall give ourselves a well-earned treat if we are so blessed~! We have not had a real vacation for a very long time now, because of our duty as American Constitutionalists. As you so well suggested, the country is FULL of people who do not understand the absolute seriousness of these times in history, and worse, many of them are THE problem~! Good grief~! I/We definitely resonate with your pain & suffering, as you attempt to "play nice" with so many who are grossly uninformed and/or not informed at all, but sadly there are no easy answers. Our greatest dream here is to build some significant Humanitarian projects "IF" our investments allow us to do more than the small-time things that we are restricted to do due to our limited funds and time constraints. Much we have to leave for God to determine, and we do trust in His judgement, however we also know that we need to do for ourselves and others as best we can. I definitely understand the difficulties that you have in dealing with others my friend. We are living that as well. After many decades of doing my best to have Intelligent conversations with folks who are not open to that, or capable of it, I have learned that even though I am naturally driven to help others, there are often better uses of my time. I happily continue to learn just as everyone else is supposed to. I still attempt to "plant seeds" of thought, but I know that they may never germinate ;-) I am impressed at just how many here on The Watchdog are Intelligent and capable of making such great contributions to the community and the country. So, even though my wife and I are here to help others, we are now more inclined than ever to live the rest of our lives in as much peaceful solitude as possible well away from all of the crazy... One way or another we need a vacation and/or more time to heal from the past 20+++ years! This Holiday season will be a great opportunity to refocus on what really matters as usual. I find you to be a wonderful Individual Susan and it is a real pleasure to have had the opportunity to get to know you better, so yes you are welcome in our world any time~! If/When you feel inclined, I would be happy to give you an Email address that you would also be welcomed to use my friend. That is completely up to you :) I/We know that there are many times when astounding opportunities and friendships are "presented" to everyone, and it has always interested me to see the connections that happen that are "meant to be" for some reason VS the connections that are never appreciated and are passed by where folks lose something very special. God presents us with opportunities, much like an infinite Online shopping platform of endless choices, so it really is up to us to make the decisions that will impact our own lives and by extension the community, America, and the world beyond! Pay no attention to those who would dare to label you and/or keep you from achieving your goals and dreams, because the Intelligence levels and Individual motivations (good & bad) vary tremendously, which renders "other people's opinions" completely useless and incompetent in most cases... Only you know what it is like to live in your own shoes ;-) Live your life your own way~! Have a fabulous weekend and please do feel welcome to chat any time~! Sincerely, Mike
It is good to be on the water. Restores your faith in the planets ability to heal. Friday Harbor, on San Juan Island has large docks by the ferry. My husband turned on our underwater lights and the sea life was amazing. Starfish, shrimp clinging to pilings. All the schools of bait fish. And a group of lightning squid. It was like being at the aquarium . And some how those animals thrive in spite of being in a busy portage. My theory is the tide action and the flushing effect keeps the water moving pollutants out.
Good Fall morning to you wonderful Susan C Bonallo~!
Yes, thank God, I can tap into my MANY happy days on the water to be able to envision exactly what you have so well described about your local boating experience/s~! YAY~! Many moons ago I was a SCUBA diver and that also gives me a tremendous insight on the marine environment from a completely different perspective, so my "envisioning skills" are really quite strong ;-] Probably the happiest experiences that I ever had with my father were the times that he took me out on the overnight fishing boats that went out of the Southern California harbors to Catalina Island. It now seems like a completely different life in a world that no longer really even exists... Yes, I know a little about Friday Harbor and San Juan Island because over 20 years ago I took the ferry out there to scope it out because we were then hoping to live there. I really like Orcas Island~! I still continue to look at real estate there, but more out of a sense of professional curiosity. Like my old "habit" of closely following the boat (yacht?) market, I just love all kinds of boats, but I am not interested in owning most of them. I really admire sail boats, but I have only been sailing once, and power boats is where I really thrive... I think the author of the "Harry Potter" books had her yacht in Port Angeles recently and if it was the one that we noticed a while ago it was pretty nice. Just a little too big for our needs. I first fell in love with boats and boating at about 5 years old when my father took me out on a very small gas-powered boat on a small "lake" in Los Angeles. I guess that I was still a young teen when I first started to learn how to appreciate the many different boat hull designs, materials, and construction techniques, so that is still what I focus on to this day. Very cool stuff :} Of course, I absolutely LOVE learning about the various boat propulsion (engine) types and all of the systems involved, but I am always learning about that. We regularly watch the Nautistyles Internet shows that feature many different boats, but I have always had my eyes on the boat market because it is very cool, and I can better analyze what is really going on in the overall economy. So, as you live abord your boat, have a 500 GPD freshwater maker, and "underwater lights" on your boat, I am guessing that it is a decent size and of course well equipped ;-) Sounds very cool Susan~! There are several boat builders that I really like, but should we be blessed with GOBZ of Investment bucks one of the boats that we will be seriously looking at will be a Bering, steel hull, probably between a 50' to 65' full displacement design. Well, that seems to be our "Hopium boat" anyway! Ha Ha Ha! Really though, I am VERY fussy about boat safety, so I have always believed in getting the best (safest) boat that I could over the years... I highly value quality, but not so much "the bling" and fancy stuff... I actually do have many years as a "boat captain" with an excellent safety record, but the largest vessel that I operated was a houseboat about 40' long with my 21' day cruiser ski boat in tow. The entire "rig" was probably about 100' long, which, as you can imagine, takes quite a bit of planning ahead to deal with safely ;-) It is just in my blood and fun~! Both of us plan to take some boating classes and especially navigation courses in the near future, because it is always wise to review what we already know and learn more along the way... Thanks for your story of boating and yes, it is wonderful to be able to see just how amazing the aquatic life really is. Your theory about the natural tidal actions that keep our marine life healthy is very accurate my friend~! I have seen numerous harbors that were once VERY healthy, but over time became unhealthy. The corruptions in our governments do create a LOT of problems for our natural environment and then "we" (the people) have a great deal to learn to be able to be better stewards of our natural environment as well, but I see reasons to be hopeful... Have a "ship shape" day my friend~! Sincerely, Mike
You are awesome. What a well written information source you are. I guess I haven’t been looking deep enough to understand how good people join the pond scum in such rapid time spans. Perhaps I didn’t really want to know the depth that criminal elements have controlled this country. Why would we think the gangsters of the past, would just disappear from a society that has treated them so well? They just wear different clothes and aren’t limited geographically. I want to thank you but simultaneously I’m sorry for the info. However, knowledge is power and the enemy you know….etc. You are an impressive learned man. Held in my highest esteem. Which is a lot. I feel my dog will be deeper and more focused on the company our politicians keep.
I am always BIGGLEY impressed by your Intelligent & thoughtful insight~! Oh yes, "we" (Americans and others all over the world) do have a very natural "self-defense" tendency, that is FULLY "encouraged" by the criminals of humanity, to consciously or subconsciously overlook the real depths of the ugly side of society~! Many times, I have myself been "tugged" to see things through the proverbial "rose-colored glasses" and leave "Pandoras Box" sealed tight just like everyone else~! HA~! I always laugh at that terrible & dangerous "land mine" mistake that SO many others fall prey to every day... The only difference is that I (and a growing number of good folks like yourself) have suffered enough at some point, to start life's most difficult and painful process of learning how to "override" our tendency to ignore the more serious problems that we as a society face. This is in fact the process of Individual "Enlightenment" that in time will eventually lead to society "upgrading" itself as a whole~!!! Many actually feel emotional pain when they "ponder too many questions" that they are afraid to learn the answers to~! By embracing that small amount of initial pain & discomfort, "we" (society) can really start to grow strong enough to take our rightful role as stewards of our own lives & masters of our own destiny~! Not to mention destroying the evil playground of the criminals of humanity and those who would prey upon our weaknesses~! Freedom is NOT "free"~! Yes, it is temporarily painful to break through the "Gatekeeper Pain" and yes, what "we" learn is often times even more painful for a limited period of time, however in the long run "we" (society) only advances by learning the truth about our society and how we have all been "played for fools" by those who know and use our own weaknesses against us~! Many times, I have talked with Individuals who in one way or another "asked" if it is worth that initial temporary personal pain (discomfort?) to finally break the bonds of their own mental enslavement to learn the real truths that affect them & society, and I always say YES, because it is FAR more dangerous and unsafe to continue to ignore reality. I NEVER encourage folks to become distracted by intruding upon each other's lives, which is always extremely destructive and terribly divides us against each other, but it is absolutely critical to gain the true perspective of the bigger picture for real change to occur~! You are 100% correct that the criminal element of society was obviously never eliminated, and over time it has simply "morphed" into a FAR more sophisticated image & operation to keep up with the current times. Well, actually, the criminal element is many steps ahead of the "current times" because they know well that they must be to survive, prosper, and grow~! As for me and my humble efforts, I just identified many problems in society very early as a little child because they caused me personal pain, so by the age of 9 years old I had very quietly without telling anyone decided to dedicate my life to learning the truth about society. This is my mission in life and oddly I have always known it ;-) So, as I have explained, the simple questioning of important things that affect society, triggers a negative, aggressive, often violent, response from those who are desperate to ignore the truth (and their own pain). This always revealed to me that I was right "over the target" and that just encouraged me to stay on course~! Yes, I have been told that I am most "irritating" many times and between my long-suffering wife & I it is actually a hilarious inside joke because we completely understand the old evil & brutal 3rd dimension matrix of dominating and control~! Who else would be more irritated at me than my own wife? Ha Ha Ha Ha~!!!! Funny :) As I decided to embrace life so very long ago, I have actually lived more life than the vast majority of people have, and therefore I have made many more mistakes than the vast majority has. That is the logical downside... The more you decide to live free, the more learning experience that you will have (good & bad). I do thank you for your wonderful & most gracious compliments my friend, however I am just a simple schmuck who has bumbled and wobbled through life trying to do the right thing and just like everyone else failing sometimes along the way~! God is perfect, Jesus is perfect, but all of the rest of us need to work hard on being the best that we can be every day and that is an ENORMOUS impossible challenge to be "perfect" for we mere mortals~!!! Have a great funday Fridal and I hope that you enjoy a wonderful weekend of peace & happiness~! Sincerely, Mike
Waste water and the size of pipes, a real $Hit show waiting to unfold. Pipe “overload” from tenants that could give crap what they place down the drain. City of PA will be dealing with the pipe/waste issues within the first five years. Just my prediction (micromanagement thought).
Ken, I'll bet within the first year. Can the pipes handle flushed dog hair, menstrual products, (FREE) condoms, paper towels, medications, cigarette butts, cat litter, cooking grease, food and whatever else when they can't afford garbage bags.
Our little airbnb, which goes for $250 a night in the summer, has a very nice waste basket beside the toilet. It is top of the line, and opens by using a foot pedal, and you don't have to do anything. However, even our travelers flush female hygiene products and those "flushable" wipes that everyone with a septic system knows aren't really flushable. We have to get that pumped at a great expense way more than our house, because we know how to respect a septic system in the house. So, my expectations of drug addicted tenants using those pipes properly are pretty low.
A $250/night AirBnB sounds like a fairly well off individual. Not the typical Jeff Six Pack laboring to get by. Maybe the housing shortage could be alleviated but eliminating STR’s?
I hear you and feel the pain. My ancestors fled Germany for the same reasons, I have suggested to grandchildren they find a generational promised land somewhere (it isn’t here) and pioneer themselves.
Really? These are businesses that fill a void and bring cash spending tourist to the area. What do the homeless bring? Nothing, except now it is our problem. One we did not ask for or budget for and is sucking resources away from real and valid projects. And I don’t mean the fish barrier removal project. Other states are laughing at us. It’s not that funny when our tax burden increases!
Accusing Jeff, and by extension the whole Watchdog Commmunity, of micromanaging by asking commissioner French inconvenient questions well within his public servant duties; his condescending response is his way of showing, "the peasants", that, "royalty", has its privileges!
Bingo! Keep shining the light of truth on these darklings whose religion is environmentalism and their creed is 'the ends justifies the means'.
We need to do much better by the environment with good leadership, not coercions, lies and betrayal!😎
Good morning CCWD!
Thanks for the recap Jeff.
Yep-
He “dogged” you real good yesterday.
I watched him “eye slap” you a few times.
But when French said “this isn’t my issue, sounds like its your issue”…..
I was like “oh snap, no he didn’t”.
But yes he did!
I have a feeling you will be receiving a public apology.
As little as this might be to some… I believe French just added a “nail to his own coffin” as the saying goes.
I wonder- are we bringing heat??
I do believe we are sir, Jeff.
Don’t let *them break your “momentum”… use your posse.
That’s us. 😀💪🏼
BTW-
DISHWASHERs
BREAK and need replacing.
Is that configured into the budget of freebees?
Yesterday I really struggled. First, I was eye-slapped by an elected official. Then, I had to go home, where I don't even have a rooftop terrace. I had to bathe my emu with an old-fashioned garden hose because no one has ever bought me an emu-washing station. The afternoon sun came out, but without air conditioning, I just had to sit in my house with the windows open. And then, and I'm sorry if I become emotional writing this, I had to hand-wash a baking pan that wouldn't fit in the dishwasher.
The struggle is real.
Dude!
Sounds like you have some real emu issues!
Your posee will come build you and emu washing station for freeee.
Maybe there is funding in the county budget for that!
French may have made another enemy or two yesterday.
Feelin’ the pinch??
good.
- what a “Jerk” in Commissioner clothing.
No Emu washing station? What, is this not America? I can’t believe you had to dry that poor creature by hand. I hope you have a Dyson hairdryer. The Bonallos “Shoebill Stork” loves his.
The 'cupie' cut gives it all away!🤣
Just be thakful that you at least have an emu. Many people Do Not.. Many of us may never be able to have an emu !
Me and my feathered privilege.
But you conquered rats...you can conquer a globalist..
yes!
RATS!
Perfect analogy of RATS Yesterday Jeff.
I see 3 bird feeders.
plus one.
Todd.
💥🎉😂
I agree with Teresa, smart lady. Run for commissioner ?
Pressure is building...in a good way!😊
One and the same
Jeff, I'll bring FREE PIZZA!!!!
🤣😆😆😇 Same kind of hardship here...pretty tough...and no fentanyl to ease the pain!
Just reread Wendy Sisk - let's add in an introduction, It's the responsibility of all hard working wage earners of Clallam County to "make it as easy as possible for people to be successful." Probably the alternative was for a CCC to say "Okay no dishwashers, but you rabble rousing taxpayers will report to these apartments to wash and dry dishes, do the occupants laundry, clean the place weekly and so on ad nauseum." The CCC, SCC, and OMC boards have many traits in common. Go figure.
I was taught success came through application of good principles and hard work, a lot of real effort and common sense and some kind of USEFUL service to others, not 'making it easy'!
I guess the beast system has 'made it easy' for these socialists along the way of life.
Now we have a bunch of entitled sociopaths trying to bring everyone down to a 'lower common denominator' while they wallow in relative ease.
Make it NOT EASY for them!
Seeing them Squirming is a good sign!
The worms crawl out of the fruit if it's too warm or too cold.
Be cold...and turn up the heat!😎
oh vey … 🤦🏻♀️
i have a hard time believing there wouldn’t be someone more suitable..
would I ? 🤔
You wouldn't be alone...you are younger and stronger than most of us and we wouldn't 'throw you to the wolves'.
Just sayin'...many of us have a lot of experience, maybe some wisdom, but not the stamina to take on a role like that. It does require a certain level of 'drive'.
Only you can know...but if we keep turning up the heat more WILL step forward, I'm sure...if not, we WILL have to leave. Root-hog-or-die!😎
2 threads seem to be running concurrently in this site. 1 thread front and center today is Mike French, who through his body language and spoken words has no time for constituents who do critical thinking and ask the hard questions. His personality and demeanor show no redemptive qualities. And so, thread 2 emerges on this site- the need for a candidate who is transparent and responsive. A second to Robert James comment.
I know people drinking moonshine in Quilcene that are more suitable.
On the first day of my summer vacation..I rechanneled growth to the UGA.
On the second day of my summer vacation..I rechanneled growth to the UGA.
On the third day of my summer vacation...I rechanneled growth to the UGA.
It's a process. The most important step is to contact an organization such as the Clallam County GOP. You don't have to tithe to them to take advantage of the materials they have. They have some learning/educational information to help you try to figure that out, and that needs to be done sooner than later because this is a process vs trying to figure it out in the 11th hour. I think that energy is key, and you seem to have that.
On a personal level. Our county benefits when there's competition of ideas. I don't know you but I can say that based on your involvement and interest you should check it out sooner than later.
Unless they use expensive "hardie board" and build a bath tub quality enclosure, its a black mold ..move them into a hotel...raise property taxes again situation.
Are we sure that twice a week housekeeping services are not included? 🙄
With "Clallam County" mints on the pillows.
Can I get that at my house paid by the county 🤣🤣
I think they should throw in a "Hog-Wash" for good measure!🤣
Boss Hogg wash..
If you can get 98 signatures and put an election sign in your yard..
John, put out a sign FREE PIZZA, you'll attract all the voters and signatures you need.
They get too hopped up. They put flashlights on their head and give more hand signals than a third base coach..
Wilford Brimley's"lets build em a bubbly bath" in Brubaker..
Can I apply for a dishwasher and installation from the county? I have endured years of hand washing and bc I pay taxes I feel my priority should be addressed first. Do the homeless pay taxes? See where I’m coming from?
Dishwashers for All.
Dishwashers for All.
Dishwashers for All.
(sorry for weak campaign slogan)
I wish some construction folks would go by the site and comment. To my untrained eye, it looks so far to be cheap quality
Profit over quality is the new integrity!
I think the contractor is going to come out smelling like a clean dog!🤣
Susie, cheap quality at quality prices
Literally all the construction folks I personally know signed onto the union during or shortly after covid hit and are currently working that job as we speak.
They may not agree with what they are building, but good money is good money
Everything 'free' housing provides gets broken...sooner than later...we need rehab 'camps', mental hospitals, compassionate confinement for those who need it.
Mainstreaming mental illness, addiction and violence is SICK!🤪
Robert-
Can we add: Volunteering?
We need to clean up our communities-
better human interaction.
For example:
Facilities like “Avamere” & “Sequim Health & Rehab”
We need volunteers for human touch.
Students, Middle-age and Seniors can all volunteer.
NO ONE spends any time with the “dying”.
Inhumane.
Where is the focus on this NEED?
We “Service” each other and share food from our farms.
Thanks for your comment.
🤓
It takes just as long to build with inferior products as it does to build with long lasting materials. I don’t know why anyone would feel good about a day of hard labor knowing it’s basically temporary. Pay checks - good. Self esteem - priceless!
Good point!😊
And dishwashers need to be emptied, that may not be a "convenience"
Indivisible, LOWV, will be right there along with Ellen Menshew to take care of it I'm sure.
2 dishwashers...one for clean and one for dirty dishes!
More efficient!🤣
Push them until they do snap...it's The Way!😊
you could be right..
what did we do?
we broke the substack!! 🤩
The dishwashers should not be the issue being debated. The issue should be, why are we spending a crap ton of $$ for new housing for a handful of drug addicts in the first place? With no accountability for sobriety?? When is the last time the government offered me, or any other hard-working taxpayer, a housing subsidy? Talk about an insult ...
absolutely that is the issue.
This low bar to housing should have rules. Is this going to be run through a Section 8 program? (Or are we re-inventing the wheel?) Are tenants going to earn between 30% to 50% of AMI? Will there be rent caps (say 30% of monthly income)? Will there be any demographic criteria? Will there be any references required to assure good tenants? Can bad tenants be denied/evicted if their behavior will impact (negatively) other tenants? How will this project be managed? On-site manager? Remote manager? Who determines eligibility for occupation?
Is the renting agency going to follow RCW 59.18.550 Drug and Alcohol free housing? https://app.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=59.18.550 IF not, why not?
No one has ever answered the question: is this a 40-year project, or a 25-year project, or less? (Where did the money come from? State? Federal? Private capital for tax sheltering?)
I hope it’s not Sec 8 because as a permanently disabled person in Clallam County you can’t even get on the wait-list for Sec 8 (it’s closed) and I was told the wait for an apartment via the Clallam Public Housing department will be 2 to 3 years (they charge you 30% of your income for rent & utilities). Are drug addicts getting access to housing quicker than that?
This program requires that you're a drain on the criminal justice system and in order to save tax payer dollars there they can stay for free in these apartments. Dog, meet tail.
You betcha Berta. I'm sorry that the people who truly need housing don't qualify above drug addicts. That wait list is amazingly long.
well, Section 8 has a waiting list.... and people should be able to move off that list and into housing. For people who aren't on ANY list to get housing is unfair. I'd just like to know the criteria for placing people... at least Section 8 has a framework.
Mimi, I do have to confess to this. I disagreed with you on housing and the homeless. I think we had a little back and forth on that in previous blogs. It's not easy to open minds when the minds are set. You did open my mind how to approach and deal with mental illness (a big one for homeless people). There are truly people who can't take care of themselves. That includes Berta (who addressed permanent disability)
If you reached me on a human logical level, I VOTE FOR YOU : )
Aww. Thank you Jennifer.
Th waitlist for Sec 8 is done locally and it only opens periodically. It hasn’t been open in Clallam county for some time. So you can’t even get in the waiting list right now.
Well, we must only have 36 people in need cause that's what they are building for...surely there aren't more than 36!😱🤣😎
I live on the corner of 3and Oak, We would really like these questions answered. 2 of our neighbors have already sold their homes to avoid the unknown, even though we all know what that is.
Mimi, the only answers given are not the important questions you ask, but excuses for the cost. VERY VERY good questions!!!!
It's another zero-sum project!🤪
We could let homeless people move into local eye sores and rent the new facility out as luxury condos. Win win, no one would have to remove crap trailers from their property. Okay not a great idea, but geez, when you have no commitment to your dwelling it gets treated just like no one cares.
Jeff, thank you for the “early bird” special ; )
If you were to put all the excuses in a dishwasher which would come out sparkling clear?
(1) that dishwashers were “required.”
(2) You have to pay to put pipes in the ground if you want bigger pipes.
(3) “the professionals they hired” had recommended dishwashers
(4) to reduce the wastewater the whole facility uses so they don’t have to pay millions of dollars (dogwashing station?)
(5) “Make it as easy as possible for people to be successful.”
(6) I want us to remove our regulations and restrictions so that it’s easy to build.
(7) that is not my issue, that’s your issue.
(8) COUNTY FACES YET ANOTHER HISTORIC BUDGET SHORTFALL
(9) Beholden to special interests, has completely abdicated the duties outlined in the oath of office, and decisions are clouded by arrogance.
I don’t care about your issues, just mine. I know better than you. I know better than the experts we hired. French’s picture must be next to condensation in the dictionary. The hight of arrogance. 🤮
Eric, all I could think of when reading the article were characters in The Wizard of Oz!
"If I Only Had a Brain"
"If I Only Had a Heart"
"If I Only Had the Nerve"
“If I Only Had a Dog Wash” TOTO
The Concertato
"If We Only Had a Plan"
Toto, I have a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore.
Sweet!🤣
We'll MAKE it Their Problem!😎
Sent to commissioner Mike French just now.
You owe Jeff Tozzer and the rest of the citizens of Clallam County a public apology for your comments made Tuesday, September 9, 2025 indicating your disinterest in issues that are different than yours. You were hired (elected) to represent all citizens of Clallam County. You took an oath to translate the desires of our residents into action through effective communication and provide comprehensive and exemplary service levels in a prompt and responsive manner. How do you justify your response as being other than arrogant and dismissive of Clallam County residents’ desires. This is a repeated pattern of yours and indicates a bias toward special interests, to which you may be beholding, and in opposition to those who may have different opinions. Maybe its time you take a long look into a mirror, or the abyss, and see if anything is reflected, or looks back.
Thank you Eric.
I concur 🙌🏻 an apology.. is due.
An “Action” item for sure!
I felt the punch in Jeff’s soul because of what he (french) said “ it is not my issue, again.. it’s yours”.
No, French… it is your issue.
And all of the cronies you control.
Perhaps there will be an appt available for French to reside in and become the maintenance manager.
Make your bed, sleep in it.
😀
Wow Eric, Thank you! I wish I could have been there in person, it's hard to get the flavor of emotions through words, but you certainly did it.
he certainly did Jennifer!💥 🇺🇸💪🏼🙏🏼
Teresa, I'm getting the feeling you are quite the firecracker. Good for you!
Another 'hollow man'!😵💫
Thank you, Eric! Perfectly stated! French was rude and condescending to the tax payers and citizens who take time out of their day to be a part of the process. Jeff was polite, and well-tempered. All Jeff wanted was a simple answer, not a diatribe.
I think the likelihood of the kommissars actually reading any of our 'radical' emails is pretty much zero...as soon as they see who it's from, or read that it contains a critique, they hit delete! Just a hunch.
In a fair and just system the kommissars would read out some pro and con messages they receive to show they are capable of open-mindedness and to show the public what others are saying about any given issue...I think that's called transparency...what an old fashioned idea!🥸
So il read it into the record on Tuesday.
Commissioner French.
A suggestion to being asked tough questions. If you don't know the answer, never guess, it'll put you in a bind at some point because citizens expect honesty. If you don't know the answer to something just say so and learn to be comfortable with that response. You might be internalizing the need to not look uninformed because of your position but trading that for honesty is a losing proposition. I'm sure that you'd give this same advice to anyone you know or mentor, so consider accepting it yourself. You'll come across as being more reasonable.
He needs to hear this, but probably not from me.
You can't reason with 'woke' entitlement !🤪
💥👍🏼
The decision to install dishwashers will come back to haunt taxpayers. Why, Dishwashers leak. Spray hoses do to. My complex has neither for that reason. My complex stopped replacing kitchen sink spray hoses because they are black mold factories. The ones that are left they inspect every 4 months. I don't use mine anymore.
Public comment is micromanaged. No images allowed except those of the ruling class. Yesterday in Forks at the land acquisition CRC meeting, I got a background screen and used it well. That footage will not be shown. It has yet to appear on the site.
Stoffer and even Cameron are not attending the land acquisition hearings. Stoffer has obstructed every one. His dog...his neighbor...he forgot his laptop..no Quorum..
Anything to hand over a community to a tribe because we are such shitty colonizers.
I see it in my dreams. The globalists are under attack in 10 countries. Macron, won't make it to 2026. Its untenable.
Our Commissioners and other local leaders are using the same game plan as Macron.
They are banking on us not taking to the streets, because that's their thing.
Take a look at Europe, Austrailia Germany....The globalists are being drawn and quartered.
I can appreciate this comment John. 👍🏼
John-
Did you hear Todd’s remarks on my question regarding the “Bauer” retrial?
It was very generic.
I slow blinked him as he minimized the validity of my question.
Wondered what your take is on spending close to 100k (most likely much MORE $)
from tax payers on a retrial for a convicted murderer, now has been appealed and I believe the lawyer representing him did not come from “lawyers R us”.
She comes with a heavy price tag.💥💥
And WE pay for this?
double drats.
Now you know why federal courts have limited murder case attorneys.
If you look, only pro's do murder cases on a federal level for reasons just like this.
Hazard County doesn't have pro's they have Boss Hogg, deciding the fates of criminal's cases, with a public defender over at the Bushwacker.
Seattle Attorney's like Stephan Illa or Gil Levy, have expertise for just such an occasion, and they are not worried about getting a slap on the back from Boss Hogg.
Yes. Todd gave you the cost of doing business spiel...not the Boss Hogg in Hazard County truth...
They will get to know ME.
I have a terrible history of asking questions & getting answers.
If the answer isn’t “JUST” in my opinion… i will keep asking.
Thank you John, I always appreciate your commentary.
Full of wisdom.
👍🏼
Teresa Miller.. That first chick in the first row..
Less energy to get to that damm podium!!
It would appear people will only tolerate so much control. The world is a powderkeg.
https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/soldiers-guard-nepals-parliament-patrol-streets-after-two-days-deadly-protests-2025-09-10/
Its awesome. Some of the chants you hear are better than the ones at world soccer matches.
Cause and Effect.
'People' are prone to suffer evils as long as the evils are sufferable...I think we're there!🥸
Rollin', rollin', rollin'...keep them truth bombs goin'!😎
You are truth bombing the Commissioners into dust, Jeff! All French had to do was admit his error and move on. Instead, he berated a tax-paying citizen in a public forum. He desperately needed a backdoor exit for his arrogant display, because he has been caught favoring his special interest over fiscal responsibility over and over, again and again. Next time he misbehaves, we'll hold the front door wide open for him. Great job, Jeff! And all you did was ask for a simple answer.
Pathological liars make poor 'leaders'...they aren't supposed to even be leading...they are supposed to be MANAGING under SUPERVISION of 'the public'!
I lived my life in construction and should cost over-runs be held to 10% it will be a miracle. Build it and they will come. If I thought this project for the homeless would resolve homelessness, I might be a supporter. I really want to know, if this project will reduce the presence of mini- street camps consisting of tarps, grocery carts and cardboard. Were I homeless and learned the North Olympic Peninsula provides free housing, I would find my way there. If all the apartments are taken, no worries, it will be a short wait until tax payers build more. I have friends enduring hard times and will let them know of this opportunity and I'm sure they know people who are also in need. So hey, come on down; we got you.
If everyone is homeless the we have achieved 'equity'!😱
Here's a very interesting model that's clearing hurdles to become a reality in hard to build WA state. Spartan living, and no dishwashers.
"GOOD NEIGHBOR VILLAGE will provide permanent housing and care to Pierce County’s chronically homeless neighbors. Restoring dignity, purpose, and stability within a safe, supportive, and healing community."
https://www.gnvlife.org/
Reminiscent of Cabrini Greens in Chicago in the 50's. Ghettoizing is not the answer. Mental institutions and some type of drug addiction facility along with incarceration for crime punishment seems to be. No pride in achievement leads to disrespect of oneself. Free housing does not foster self respect.
Eric, You're right. Free housing fosters a mind set of entitlement.
For the most part here it fosters narcan...
I won't be administering any Narcan to anybody!
Wouldn't want to interrupt their 'time-out'!
They worked hard to get there, it would be unkind to cheat them out of the experience!😊
22 million from 2023 taxpayers...that is quite a sum; could Clallam County do this? No....
In an 'anything goes' world...we get ANYTHING and EVERYTHING!
Morals and Ethics, etc.😎
I applaud the intent. Just concerned with financing and providing homeless housing being a grain of sand on a large beach.
I'm with you on that, but at least it seems to be trying to be efficient which is what's lacking in most cases.
Borrow more from 'the fed'...no problem...wasn't there an old saying..."neither a borrower nor a lender be"? Wonder what they meant?😎
MK, sounds good, but not realistic. Who knows?
I certainly have my doubts for more reasons than I can write here, but it's the attempt to be efficient. I mean the winery and the wetlands would be prime for this, and right at the doorstep of free transportation.
Just watched Charlotte, NC's City Council saying that their 'free transportation' has to end....
As it should.
MK, then the people paying won't have to endure bus rides from hell!
these "feel good" virtue signaling decisions to make things "FREE" hurts the people it's trying to help. Nothing should be free, and by giving free, it's an insult to the integrity of the poor recipient. No one is too poor to do something to contribute.
MK, I don't think the tribe will find that a profitable business, but you are correct about the transportation. Who knows how long that will remain FREE
The cost of free keeps increasing 🤑
Not on 'their' land...are you crazy?🤪🤣😱😂
I was at the commissioners meeting a few weeks back when French made the comment on the pipes. All I could see was gaslighting the question. You could tell by his rambling on about the pipes that he was trying to say to all of us sitting there that we aren’t as smart as him. Well Jeff as always you are engaging all of us to see through these commissioners.
I’d rather support 4PA housing instead of this PBH crap. 4PA is doing it right to get a tiny house, retraining, education, jobs, clean living otherwise no house etc. PBH could learn from them,
Isnt controling burn bans and possibly issuing burn permits the job of the
Fire department that we just increased our levy for them? Why hire another person to do this job with salary , benefits and retirement, an added expense?
Great. Another Micromanager. with a big salary. You would think someone in the fire union would take exception to this.
In other words "I'm not listening to anything the public has to say"!
Time for a change in the Commissioners office!
Borrowing from Glen Morgan, after being elected to office, many find themselves entombed in a cocoon of isolation from the public who elected them and immersed in a world of special interest. Their own issues take president over we the people.
I call for Mike French to resign immediately and not run for public office again. I choose to voice my issues and am not interested in yours. I wonder what, if anything, Mike French sees when long starring into the abyss, or a mirror.
All 3 Amigos need to resign immediately...then the vacuum can be filled with real people...the county will not stop without these psychos...it might even come into balance rather quickly!😎
Take everyone's internet away... :)
What issues does he take interest in? I mean, if it’s a designer job, we should at least know what he does to earn a salary. We certainly don’t need politicians overseeing construction sites, so what is their role again? I keep forgetting bc of apathy towards voters.
These luxury apartments will be reduced to rumble on the interior within 2 years after opening, AND, the likes of Commissioner French will be asking for another $2,000,000! We will be told all sorts of lies about management, micromanagement, not caring for the poor, about compassion, about lack of funding, etc!
Naturally, the NGO failed to do a Design to Cost as well as a 10 year reliability and maintenance plan and budget. This NGO is incapable of doing what is required to solve the issues they're chartered to address!
The cold hard truth is that this project is doomed to fail as there's no underlying solution plan for the people that will live there. There is no mandatory education, drug testing, drug/alcohol rehab, mandatory mental counseling, and a set housing duration.
Socialism always fails when you run out of other people's money!
Philip, you are way ahead of the game! All true statements.
YES! and YES!😎
Yes.
You are (WE) making a difference.
Yes.
You have their attention.
Yes.
PROGRESS.
💥🇺🇸🙌🏻
Good job Jeff Tozzer~!
Mike French's (and other's) outright lies regarding the homeless housing "dishwashers' issue" is of course based upon his slippery admitted uneducated "guess" as opposed to him bothering to make a simple short phone call to be sure of the facts that he obviously does not want to deal with~! Oh, those "pesky facts"~! HA! As a very experienced real estate professional I am additionally insulted that Mike French is claiming to be effectively "guessing" about the wastewater concerns that "supposedly" led to the decision to put dishwashers in each new homeless housing unit. HA~! We here live comfortably, and our "dishwashers" are me & my wife~! [He says, as his wife is washing the dishes :] What a load of poorly preconceived or "on-the-fly" contrived BS that is coming out of Mike French~! These people are SO stupid, they actually believe that "we" will believe their lies and deceptions~! Anyway, yes, there is an extremely remote possibility that some city infrastructure would need to be ungraded on/for a specific building site with regard to the wastewater handling (removal) of a new construction/building project. This "COULD" in some rare cases, and to a VERY limited degree, be necessary when a singly family home was being removed and replaced with a multi-unit residential project. However it is EXTREMELY unlikely that an existing "in ground improvement/upgrade" would be either extensive or very costly, because the wastewater/sewage lines (within/in the street as they say) are usually a uniform (traditional by code) universal size that is intended to be easily adaptable to minor & predictable (anticipated) property use changes as time goes by. Mike French shoved a "square peg" of lies, up our "round holes" of common sense and hoped that we would be too stupid and ignorant to notice~! Ouch~! God bless his empty lying "pointed head"~! HA~! Could it be that these slimy mentally ill social engineers are simply installing dishwashers in these new homeless housing units because they know damn well that the average homeless Individual will be slightly more encouraged to cleanly maintain their "free housing" units if it is easier for them to do their dishes~? Me thinks that is what they dare not admit, because they know from decades of experience how trashed & thrashed these kinds of public housing projects always are by the same people that they claim to want to help by constantly stealing & misusing our taxpayer dollars~! Not to mention the destruction of the immediate neighborhood and decline of adjacent property values that always result from these public housing disasters~! Bet on it~!
Of course, you well described the complete lie that Mike French is spewing about the good folks in the country, well outside of the city limits, needing to be "educated" about proper burn fire management~! This would falsely suggest that "we" here who live in the country are too stupid and ignorant to know how to be safe managing our own burns. I would not be a bit surprised if Mike French himself has no clue how to even start a fire, let alone understand how Independant & competent "we" folks who live in the country need to regularly be. Nice work pointing out that this disgusting new fee of $5 would be micromanaging at its finest, however I hope that most folks understand that the $5 fee would not stay a $5 fee for very long. The REAL issue is that "we" can't, nor should "we" EVER tolerate ANY government, NGO, or any other people to dictate and control our lives (especially our water rights & usage) if our freedom, liberty, and very lives are to be protected~! The $5 fee is therefore the Trogen Horse distraction that these criminals in government are again shoving down our throats to further destroy our otherwise beautiful community and for them to steal more of our rights~! It is a power grab of epic & unkimited proportions, hidden within a small fee, if we foolishly allow these dictator "mini-monsters" to keep hammering us with their evil underhanded and highly destructive sociel engineering assaults~! Keep up the good work Jeff Tozzer and everyone else here on "The Watchdog" who is working for our freedom~! Sincerely, Mike
Always appreciate your input, you answer questions and no guessing the meaning or intent.
Why can’t good people be in office? Does politics change the person or is a person programmed to be in politics? (A damn liar)
Thank you SO much Patriot Susan C Bonallo~!
You actually ask a VERY astute & absolutely critical question my friend! I like the way that you get down to the point... Many moons ago I investigated this very same question, because I had seen FAR too many Individuals who "seemed" to be very good for the various governmental management positions, only to see them turn into REAL nasty ruthless people after they got into office and that just didn't make sense in the large numbers of cases that I had analyzed. The "Jeckell & Hide" dynamic has to have an explanation. So, the real answer to your question is absolutely horrific, but the good news is that "we" can and must make the positive changes to our country that are necessary. Basically the "problem" is that no one is "perfect" and many of these Individuals who are supported to run or be "installed" into government by the criminal element can be blackmailed into doing what they are told to do by the criminal element. That is actually by FAR the way that most of these criminals in government find their way into office. Then, on occasion, someone good actually does get into office because they earn it legitimately and they are not susceptible to blackmail because they are "clean" with no real issues that can be used against them. This is most often not a problem for the criminals of humanity at all, because they simply demand that the good Individual does what they tell them to do, "or else"~! That is where things get VERY ugly, and the good Individuals who can't be successfully blackmailed "suddenly" finds themselves and their families having all sorts of problems seemingly coming out of nowhere. The "Black Hand" strikes~! The good Individual will be attacked in a great many ways, like a spouse being raped or killed, their children being attacked, their dog found dead, arson, burglary, you name it. In numerous cases the good Individual who can't be legitimately blackmailed because of something that they did, will simply be "framed" by the criminals for crimes like rape, financial crimes, or anything that would tarnish that good Individuals reputation in the weak minds of the less Intelligent emotional hysterical mob that dominates society. Let the "witch hunt begin"~! Ha! Does this sound familiar to you~? Yup, this is exactly what they did, and are STILL doing to President Trump, and a great many other good folks who have dared to try to do the right things in government~! I am afraid that most Americans (and no doubt people all over the world) are nowhere near Intelligent enough to understand just how evil these criminals of humanity REALLY are, but there is hope that they will FINALLY "grow up" to exist at a higher level someday (frequency level ;-) As an old student of the law I have been trying to wake Americans up to the fact that the evil criminals among us have destroyed countless Americans and their relationships and families over the years, because a great many innocent people have been framed for one reason or another. I don't think a month goes by when some poor victim who was framed and unjustly criminally prosecuted, is revealed in even the mainstream media as having been completely innocent all along~! I seriously doubt that there is a single American who has not been falsely accused of something in their lives, but OH how quick they are to forget how that felt, because sadly we have a LOT of hateful ignorant fools among us who are happy to believe the worst of others. I may sound just a tad angry, but Charles Kirk was just assassinated in cold blood, and I am already disgusted and not so happy with the hordes of insane "useful idiots" who through their ignorance and hysterical emotions got more than 20 million Americans slaughtered with the deadly COVID vaccines... We have a great many problems in America, and most of them can be seen in mirrors all over the country every day... I do my best to "do no harm" as an American Constitutionalist (which is an extremely difficult goal to achieve) but no one is perfect as I said, and together we definitely need to get our act together or these criminals of humanity are going to kill most of us as they have been planning to do for a great many decades now. The Georgia Guidestones were no joke ;-) Anyway, folks need to start to "think" before they react, because if these criminals of humanity have no problem destroying a lawfully sitting President who is actually doing a good job, then what chances do any of us have in life~? Have a mellow evening my friend and do keep the faith because there really is hope, IF the American people learn not to be used to destroy themselves~! Sincerely, Mike
You are passionate and motivated always, from my perspective. We are at our permanent moorage, Pleasant Harbor Marina on Hood Canal-Brinnon.
Even after all these years, I’m still unpleasantly
Amazed
surprised when politics becomes a complete divider of a relationship. First of all, what can we do but learn, open our minds and hearts and joyfully accept others. When that doesn’t work, I feel empty. Someone once told me I’m like a puppy that expects everyone to like me because I am a happy tail wagger. Well, I’m no pup but some of the other things are true.
We are filling up the boat and a seal pup just floated by to say hi. How precious is Gods love? On the water, we are reminded of freedoms and the noise of politics and discourse disappear and sunshine bathes the decks and our hearts. Agendas aren’t made and the people we get together with are by choice and planning.
My husband says when the s*** hits the fan we just untie. Water maker turns seawater into 500 gallons per day, drinkable. These are odd times we are living in. CCWatchdog is making me painfully aware of BOCC and their utter disregard for the people they represent, well except
Ozias is an open book where his loyalties lead him. So looking for our forever home and questioning Clallam county, but the devil you know……Have you written a book? I bet you’ve turned in a truck load of graduate thesis work. I got so mind boring numb that I gave up my college work, a registered dental hygienist., and found a world of science mysteries to solve. As close as the shores of the Strait. Found a piece of a Woolly Mammoth Ivory Tusk floating in the waters edge. Immediately identified it by the Schreger Lines. Bet it has a good story. Looks cut down for ornamentation. I was told 6 different native villages made Discovery Bay their permanent location even though hunting trips took them farther away. I have not studied the Diamond Point area in depth but the quarantine “Lice House” still stands where the dock for ships headed to Puget Sound were inspected. Lice- nice little side history, I’m so proud☺️
I’m obsessive about many things, insects are right up there. My husband laughs that my friend is an entomologist! Of course he is, we have lots to talk about ! Got to go help Capt get boat back to slip. Wonderful day, wonderful gift you give me in the context of your writing!✍🏾 Thank you
Good morning, Patriot Susan!
Oh yes, folks like us (you, I and others) are always passionate and motivated because we see life as worthy of it. There are some who are natural born "Romantics" who have what used to be called "a zest for life" because we embrace life and see life as a tremendous opportunity to have amazing experiences. Then there are a LOT of people who put in a minimal amount just to get by, avoiding as much real engagement in life as possible. Some are just more proactive and intentionally living life, and the others are more prone to be "blobs" that tend to be constantly impacted by life without much forethought. The people who constantly crave being "entertained" and always complain about being bored, are the lifeless "blobs" that are themselves boring and there is no end to the trouble that they cause. The rest of us look for ways to be productive, without harming others, and we try to enjoy life because we see that as the greatest "entertainment" one could enjoy. I LOVE your "pup" comment, and I resemble it quite a bit~! It all comes down to exactly "who" the Individual really is. Folks like us NEVER abandon our "inner childlike nature" that often includes others who want to play, as opposed to those who sadly lost their childlike inner self, if they ever had one, who are prone to be "childish" which is self-centered and they really only care for themselves. These are historic times that reveal those who are basically naturally Good VS those who are on the side of evil because they believe that it serves them in some way. I have the "government wallpaper" that many sadly believe proves the worth of an Individual, college degrees, but I was wearing a suit in a high level of the business world before I ever enrolled in college, and Ironically in a profession where actual experience in the real world was clearly more important than the "government wallpaper". College is very important when the Individual Intelligently & diligently studies worthy subjects by design, but the more Intelligent college students understand that college is just as important to learn what the government is really "teaching" the students VS what they are INTENTIONALLY NOT teaching the students that is absolutely telling. It is wise to study the ways of one's adversary's~! Ha~! So, it was in fact very obvious to me that the colleges, all colleges, were just teaching a highly controlled version of the truth about reality, as opposed to the real truth, and that my friend was quite revealing indeed. Because my father was an elite PhD at the University that I attended and called my "home" since I was about 5 years old, I had the advantage of a FAR better insight as to what was really going on in "higher education". This educational brainwashing system in the US has far reaching negatives that would not be easy to see by most, however that explains why the average college graduate so foolishly trusts "The Government" (especially the educational matrix), and those without the "indoctrination degree/s" are more statistically likely to have rejected things like the COVID & dangerous vaccine attacks. So, college is great in some respects, but it sure does not replace real life experiences. I would not be surprised if there was a time when the supply lines had issues and of course everyone knows the cities that are prone to experience some level of civil unrest, but I really doubt that there will be a large scale SHTF experience ahead for most of the US. President Trump and the white hats have made no secret of the fact that they are going to do their duty to protect America, and all of the "problem cities" now have VERY serious US Military folks in place ;-) Obviously, the corrupt media will intentionally continue to portray that things are worse than they really are, especially when it suits their evil plot, so those who are foolish enough to inflict drama and fear upon themselves by watching the so-called "news" will likely get foolishly sucked into their evil trap. It is highly possible for folks to learn more of the truth by avoiding the mainstream media crappola. Yes, we also respect the Insect world and OH the stories that I could tell. Over ten years ago Lisa (my wife) and I finally had the right time & opportunity to start to learn about beekeeping, which is the highest level of "bug-ology" (studying Insects ;-)) Ha! What a trip~! Bees are extremely interesting to study and can provide folks with an insight that few would ever understand otherwise~! Your boat sounds wonderful, and we regularly learn/study more about boats and boating because as you know we have plans to step up our game and get another even bigger boat if/when we are so blessed. I can't remember a time when I didn't keep an eye on the boat Industry, because it actually reveals FAR more than the average Individual would understand. I also closely monitor the real estate market, especially high-end properties, because that always directly reflects what is really going on in our society as well. Most people have no clue that MANY wealthy and powerful were selling (actually unloading) their expensive yachts and real estate holdings over 5 years ago and in absolutely eye-popping historic numbers, which is actually direct evidence that revealed much about what was REALLY going on behind the "swamp gas" of the media~! I have also watched the "auction" sales platforms now for over 50 years, because they directly reflect economic reality every day and as an analyst these key things always provide the truth that the media never reveals, and the vast majority of other "analysts" never even consider... There is the fake news media world that tricks folks into destroying their lives and our society VS the very real world that can be verified in countless other ways for those of us with the abilities to accurately scientifically determine FAR more truth and reality. I am sure that you understand, but more importantly it is best to reject the criticisms of those who live in the fake news world because they have "terminated" their own value in society (and they don't even know or understand it). Sad but true~! If you and your husband ever decide to look at buying land here in the Sequim area let me know, because we are looking at selling our most unique "funny farm" here and it is a really awesome property~! I won't bore you with the details unless you want to hear them, but we do have a high degree of self-reliance here because that is what real country folks always do. We spend a lot of time in The John Wayne Marina area because we love that experience, and our property is only a short drive away. We are very reasonably priced, and we would be willing to work with good folks... It is just a thought ;-) I am off to have my Birthday breakfast because America and I share the same "Day of Birth"~! Ha! Some days I feel like the older one~! This is the day that The American Constitution was signed and ratified ;-)
Have a great day!
Sincerely, Mike
[American Constitutionalist ;-]
Mike thank you for your thoughtful response. I decided to block my communication with my sister. Her negative attitude and her entitlement (the gov owes her a living) zaps my energy. The amount of interesting subjects all around us, would take 3 lifetimes of study. When we lose our fascination in the science of life, what is left? Thank you for the heart felt pep talks. My book writing is actually going quickly. I’ve kept journals for years, a constant source of humor and frustration. Boating allows for adventures no other form of transportation can offer. It’s work and money and a trade off of other pursuits. But good for us now. The pod of Orcas will stand out as a highlight forever. It is so interesting how we gravitate to people on this site. NextDoor only brought anger and I didn’t want to meet any of the commenters, probably they felt the same. Finding out who a few moderators are, shows the big ugly picture that is ND. Did you study religious counseling? You remind me of several people I hold in high regard for the way their words soothe the soul. Well, a bit of clean up is required here on the
MV Sanibel. As always, a pleasure to read your good messages! Thank you.
A great morning to you Susan~!
It is a real pleasure to have the opportunity to get to know you better~! True connections between folks are like finding Gold these days and that is a sad sign of these difficult times in history. It is not natural for people to be SO divided and miserable, but there are many evil Individuals (and forces) who are desperate to save their own skin right now because MANY Americans and people all over the world have had enough tragedy, bullying, and oppression that was primarily driven by "big government". It is very sad; however, it is all part of the evolving human process and hopefully growth into a FAR better world. It does affect everyone, even the clueless. I always feel bad for folks who, for one reason or another, can't get along happily, because "divided" we are less able to be strong in every way, and these are VERY dangerous times to be weak. I also feel the loss of MANY friends and family that have happened over the years, but sometimes it is best to let go when things become too unpleasant and/or especially dangerous. I understand well that dealing with your sister became more than you want in your life right now, but I hope that things can improve enough over time for you to stay in touch on a better level. Ha~! The Ironic thing is that "The Government" does in fact owe your sister and all Americans a great deal, but not because they owe her/us "a living", only because of what has been stolen from all of us, that I and many others are currently working VERY hard to "claw back" to redistribute ASAP~! One of the most notorious crimes of the "corporate" federal US Government has been the completely criminal fraud of the so-called "federal Income tax" which was NEVER legally and lawfully established or ratified by the states as is absolutely Constitutionally required~! President Trump and the white hats are VERY clearly and methodically successfully dismantling "The Federal Reserve" and their most evil I.R.S., so there is great hope for that positive change~! It is a VERY big deal. The people who have foolishly allowed themselves to be "infected" by the "Trump derangement syndrome" (mental sickness), are quite ignorantly blinded by their own hysterical misguided hate to even be able to see what great things are currently happening right in front of them~! Very interesting, amusing, and also sad & pitiful all at the same time... A lot of people are going to be completely embarrassed if/when they ever wake up enough to see how foolish they have been~! The majority of these sad people have little to no personal integrity and honor, let alone any real Intelligence, so they will NEVER admit that they were tricked into being foolish. We will always know the truth, however. The "entitlement attitude" is ALL wrong, but we must now have our freedoms, rights, and wealth that have been stolen, completely restored! Too bad that your sister and SO many others are failing to see what is really happening these days, but in time she/they may come around to accept the new world/matrix. I often find myself having to make choices in my friendships for the betterment of myself and those "friends", especially when the more serious conflicts exist. Like you & I, and many good folks right now, there are times when it is best to distance ourselves from others as painful and sad as that is. I am a natural Optimist, however as an Individual who puts a very high value on learning and understanding reality I am often accused as being "negative"~! HA~! The Irony is not lost on me that those who accuse me of being "negative" are the very ones who, for whatever reasons COMPLETELY fail to see & understand the very "negatives" that we all face today. These same people very often see "negatives" where there are none, but they somehow can't or don't want to see and/or admit to the real "negatives" that do actually exist. What a trip~! The mainstream media's intentional deceptions and outright lies continue to drive much of this, along with the criminals in government and the general population who are fighting to escape Justice. HA! That is a VERY insightful question = "Did I study religious counseling?"~! You have a keen sense of discernment Susan ;-) No, I have absolutely no formal religious training, however due to some interesting life experiences I know that God exists and as someone who dedicated his life to embrace learning and trying to understand our world, it is just a logical outcome that I would be capable of seeing things reasonably well from a "macro-level" as well as a "micro-level". I could of course explain more, but you probably understand what I am saying... Ironically, about 16 years ago I became an Ordained Minister, however that was strictly a personal declaration of the side of history that I have always been on. This is the battle between Good VS evil~! So, I can sound "religious" and I personally have a Christian outlook on life, however after studying world history most of my life I am FAR more Spiritual with a wider view of religions and Spirituality than a promoter of one belief over another. I could be wrong, however everything I have learned definitely encourages me to bring folks together and NOT to play a role in dividing them against each other. It is pretty simple really, but I do have a "simple mind" and that probably keeps me from being more annoying than I already am! Ha Ha Ha!!! The fact is that Humans do come with MANY levels of understanding reality, so we are all better off when we work hard to keep our minds open to continuing to learn~! Of course, that does not mean that we compromise our beliefs and faith, or surrender our God given freedom & rights, but learning is the key to better living. Oh yes~! I have been blessed to have enjoyed countless hours on the water in my life~! I have even taught others how to drive boast safely over the years, especially ski boats ;-) Early in life I worked VERY hard to prepare for a US Military career and late in high school while I was a leader in the Marine Corps Jr. ROTC, I received an offer of a congressional appointment to Annapolis that I had dreamed of getting. Well, long story short, largely because my father was in the US Military Intelligence service and I had already been involved in some "government activities", I had seen "The Monster" of criminal unconstitutional actors within our federal government. So, I declined the offer because American Constitutionalists CAN'T serve evil politicians & others to harm others for their evil profit and power~! After living just about my entire life witnessing the absolute horrors of the US involvement in Vietnam at that time, without EVER hearing a logical reason for that sad war, I really didn't have any choice. Anyway, yes, I absolutely LOVE boating, and I hope that we will have a boat again soon. What a beautiful experience it indeed is to be on a boat, especially here in this water wonderland of the Puget Sound~! When the madness of our society becomes difficult to deal with, a good boating experience sure can positively adjust our attitudes ;-) Years ago I read somewhere that God Himself LOVES to be on a boat to enjoy one of the best experiences in the world, so I always thought that was cool~! Have a beautiful day and do keep up the work of writing, because in its own way that also can be a most beautiful experience~! Write for yourself with an eye on your "target audience", but in my experience the best writing comes when I am most passionate and motivated about the subject (project). Sincerely, Mike
Tell your wife she has to share a bit of you with me. I believe there are wrongs that can be corrected when an individual steps up. I’ve been accused of being cynical, but if cynics weren’t right so often, people would see that as a gift not a negative personality trait. I love CCWatch Dog bc he leads us to water, when so much of society denies water exists. I have had to distance myself from people that stand for nothing. My sister, is about as deep as the pot holes in Port Townsend. I spent the longest 3 days with her. My eyes glazed over and my brain left my body. I concluded to never do that again and that some people are wasting valuable earth resources like the air we breathe! I so appreciate your time and knowledge.
One we all have the same amount of but the knowledge absolutely separates us as individuals. A very distant relative posted how appalling the attention Charlie Kirk’s death was getting, when school children are shot and ICE is rounding up illegals (she called them locals, whatever) I replied that our hearts should be feeling the grief 9/11 left. A sadder, and scarred nation, that needs to honor heros and the victims.
Wow, she unloaded on me obviously 9/11 had zero impact on her. Immediately she retaliated with a Trump dig. What the hell? I finished the conversation with a suggestion to put her energy where it is valued bc Facebook as a platform, has little value, and engaging with me consumes my time.
That’s what happens when you let people go to college and pay later😃 or as we say, buy them books and they chew the corners off! Have a good weekend. Enjoying the last few days of our boating summer.
Ahoy Wonderful Patriot Susan C Bonallo~!
Ah HA! So, you are a boater~! We are hoping that some interesting Investments that we have been making for a few years now soon pay off, so that we can buy a boat or two to be able to get back on the water ourselves. It is in our blood and something VERY dear to us, so we shall give ourselves a well-earned treat if we are so blessed~! We have not had a real vacation for a very long time now, because of our duty as American Constitutionalists. As you so well suggested, the country is FULL of people who do not understand the absolute seriousness of these times in history, and worse, many of them are THE problem~! Good grief~! I/We definitely resonate with your pain & suffering, as you attempt to "play nice" with so many who are grossly uninformed and/or not informed at all, but sadly there are no easy answers. Our greatest dream here is to build some significant Humanitarian projects "IF" our investments allow us to do more than the small-time things that we are restricted to do due to our limited funds and time constraints. Much we have to leave for God to determine, and we do trust in His judgement, however we also know that we need to do for ourselves and others as best we can. I definitely understand the difficulties that you have in dealing with others my friend. We are living that as well. After many decades of doing my best to have Intelligent conversations with folks who are not open to that, or capable of it, I have learned that even though I am naturally driven to help others, there are often better uses of my time. I happily continue to learn just as everyone else is supposed to. I still attempt to "plant seeds" of thought, but I know that they may never germinate ;-) I am impressed at just how many here on The Watchdog are Intelligent and capable of making such great contributions to the community and the country. So, even though my wife and I are here to help others, we are now more inclined than ever to live the rest of our lives in as much peaceful solitude as possible well away from all of the crazy... One way or another we need a vacation and/or more time to heal from the past 20+++ years! This Holiday season will be a great opportunity to refocus on what really matters as usual. I find you to be a wonderful Individual Susan and it is a real pleasure to have had the opportunity to get to know you better, so yes you are welcome in our world any time~! If/When you feel inclined, I would be happy to give you an Email address that you would also be welcomed to use my friend. That is completely up to you :) I/We know that there are many times when astounding opportunities and friendships are "presented" to everyone, and it has always interested me to see the connections that happen that are "meant to be" for some reason VS the connections that are never appreciated and are passed by where folks lose something very special. God presents us with opportunities, much like an infinite Online shopping platform of endless choices, so it really is up to us to make the decisions that will impact our own lives and by extension the community, America, and the world beyond! Pay no attention to those who would dare to label you and/or keep you from achieving your goals and dreams, because the Intelligence levels and Individual motivations (good & bad) vary tremendously, which renders "other people's opinions" completely useless and incompetent in most cases... Only you know what it is like to live in your own shoes ;-) Live your life your own way~! Have a fabulous weekend and please do feel welcome to chat any time~! Sincerely, Mike
It is good to be on the water. Restores your faith in the planets ability to heal. Friday Harbor, on San Juan Island has large docks by the ferry. My husband turned on our underwater lights and the sea life was amazing. Starfish, shrimp clinging to pilings. All the schools of bait fish. And a group of lightning squid. It was like being at the aquarium . And some how those animals thrive in spite of being in a busy portage. My theory is the tide action and the flushing effect keeps the water moving pollutants out.
Good Fall morning to you wonderful Susan C Bonallo~!
Yes, thank God, I can tap into my MANY happy days on the water to be able to envision exactly what you have so well described about your local boating experience/s~! YAY~! Many moons ago I was a SCUBA diver and that also gives me a tremendous insight on the marine environment from a completely different perspective, so my "envisioning skills" are really quite strong ;-] Probably the happiest experiences that I ever had with my father were the times that he took me out on the overnight fishing boats that went out of the Southern California harbors to Catalina Island. It now seems like a completely different life in a world that no longer really even exists... Yes, I know a little about Friday Harbor and San Juan Island because over 20 years ago I took the ferry out there to scope it out because we were then hoping to live there. I really like Orcas Island~! I still continue to look at real estate there, but more out of a sense of professional curiosity. Like my old "habit" of closely following the boat (yacht?) market, I just love all kinds of boats, but I am not interested in owning most of them. I really admire sail boats, but I have only been sailing once, and power boats is where I really thrive... I think the author of the "Harry Potter" books had her yacht in Port Angeles recently and if it was the one that we noticed a while ago it was pretty nice. Just a little too big for our needs. I first fell in love with boats and boating at about 5 years old when my father took me out on a very small gas-powered boat on a small "lake" in Los Angeles. I guess that I was still a young teen when I first started to learn how to appreciate the many different boat hull designs, materials, and construction techniques, so that is still what I focus on to this day. Very cool stuff :} Of course, I absolutely LOVE learning about the various boat propulsion (engine) types and all of the systems involved, but I am always learning about that. We regularly watch the Nautistyles Internet shows that feature many different boats, but I have always had my eyes on the boat market because it is very cool, and I can better analyze what is really going on in the overall economy. So, as you live abord your boat, have a 500 GPD freshwater maker, and "underwater lights" on your boat, I am guessing that it is a decent size and of course well equipped ;-) Sounds very cool Susan~! There are several boat builders that I really like, but should we be blessed with GOBZ of Investment bucks one of the boats that we will be seriously looking at will be a Bering, steel hull, probably between a 50' to 65' full displacement design. Well, that seems to be our "Hopium boat" anyway! Ha Ha Ha! Really though, I am VERY fussy about boat safety, so I have always believed in getting the best (safest) boat that I could over the years... I highly value quality, but not so much "the bling" and fancy stuff... I actually do have many years as a "boat captain" with an excellent safety record, but the largest vessel that I operated was a houseboat about 40' long with my 21' day cruiser ski boat in tow. The entire "rig" was probably about 100' long, which, as you can imagine, takes quite a bit of planning ahead to deal with safely ;-) It is just in my blood and fun~! Both of us plan to take some boating classes and especially navigation courses in the near future, because it is always wise to review what we already know and learn more along the way... Thanks for your story of boating and yes, it is wonderful to be able to see just how amazing the aquatic life really is. Your theory about the natural tidal actions that keep our marine life healthy is very accurate my friend~! I have seen numerous harbors that were once VERY healthy, but over time became unhealthy. The corruptions in our governments do create a LOT of problems for our natural environment and then "we" (the people) have a great deal to learn to be able to be better stewards of our natural environment as well, but I see reasons to be hopeful... Have a "ship shape" day my friend~! Sincerely, Mike
You are awesome. What a well written information source you are. I guess I haven’t been looking deep enough to understand how good people join the pond scum in such rapid time spans. Perhaps I didn’t really want to know the depth that criminal elements have controlled this country. Why would we think the gangsters of the past, would just disappear from a society that has treated them so well? They just wear different clothes and aren’t limited geographically. I want to thank you but simultaneously I’m sorry for the info. However, knowledge is power and the enemy you know….etc. You are an impressive learned man. Held in my highest esteem. Which is a lot. I feel my dog will be deeper and more focused on the company our politicians keep.
Thank you, most sincerely.
Good morning wonderful Patriot Susan C Bonallo~!
I am always BIGGLEY impressed by your Intelligent & thoughtful insight~! Oh yes, "we" (Americans and others all over the world) do have a very natural "self-defense" tendency, that is FULLY "encouraged" by the criminals of humanity, to consciously or subconsciously overlook the real depths of the ugly side of society~! Many times, I have myself been "tugged" to see things through the proverbial "rose-colored glasses" and leave "Pandoras Box" sealed tight just like everyone else~! HA~! I always laugh at that terrible & dangerous "land mine" mistake that SO many others fall prey to every day... The only difference is that I (and a growing number of good folks like yourself) have suffered enough at some point, to start life's most difficult and painful process of learning how to "override" our tendency to ignore the more serious problems that we as a society face. This is in fact the process of Individual "Enlightenment" that in time will eventually lead to society "upgrading" itself as a whole~!!! Many actually feel emotional pain when they "ponder too many questions" that they are afraid to learn the answers to~! By embracing that small amount of initial pain & discomfort, "we" (society) can really start to grow strong enough to take our rightful role as stewards of our own lives & masters of our own destiny~! Not to mention destroying the evil playground of the criminals of humanity and those who would prey upon our weaknesses~! Freedom is NOT "free"~! Yes, it is temporarily painful to break through the "Gatekeeper Pain" and yes, what "we" learn is often times even more painful for a limited period of time, however in the long run "we" (society) only advances by learning the truth about our society and how we have all been "played for fools" by those who know and use our own weaknesses against us~! Many times, I have talked with Individuals who in one way or another "asked" if it is worth that initial temporary personal pain (discomfort?) to finally break the bonds of their own mental enslavement to learn the real truths that affect them & society, and I always say YES, because it is FAR more dangerous and unsafe to continue to ignore reality. I NEVER encourage folks to become distracted by intruding upon each other's lives, which is always extremely destructive and terribly divides us against each other, but it is absolutely critical to gain the true perspective of the bigger picture for real change to occur~! You are 100% correct that the criminal element of society was obviously never eliminated, and over time it has simply "morphed" into a FAR more sophisticated image & operation to keep up with the current times. Well, actually, the criminal element is many steps ahead of the "current times" because they know well that they must be to survive, prosper, and grow~! As for me and my humble efforts, I just identified many problems in society very early as a little child because they caused me personal pain, so by the age of 9 years old I had very quietly without telling anyone decided to dedicate my life to learning the truth about society. This is my mission in life and oddly I have always known it ;-) So, as I have explained, the simple questioning of important things that affect society, triggers a negative, aggressive, often violent, response from those who are desperate to ignore the truth (and their own pain). This always revealed to me that I was right "over the target" and that just encouraged me to stay on course~! Yes, I have been told that I am most "irritating" many times and between my long-suffering wife & I it is actually a hilarious inside joke because we completely understand the old evil & brutal 3rd dimension matrix of dominating and control~! Who else would be more irritated at me than my own wife? Ha Ha Ha Ha~!!!! Funny :) As I decided to embrace life so very long ago, I have actually lived more life than the vast majority of people have, and therefore I have made many more mistakes than the vast majority has. That is the logical downside... The more you decide to live free, the more learning experience that you will have (good & bad). I do thank you for your wonderful & most gracious compliments my friend, however I am just a simple schmuck who has bumbled and wobbled through life trying to do the right thing and just like everyone else failing sometimes along the way~! God is perfect, Jesus is perfect, but all of the rest of us need to work hard on being the best that we can be every day and that is an ENORMOUS impossible challenge to be "perfect" for we mere mortals~!!! Have a great funday Fridal and I hope that you enjoy a wonderful weekend of peace & happiness~! Sincerely, Mike
Waste water and the size of pipes, a real $Hit show waiting to unfold. Pipe “overload” from tenants that could give crap what they place down the drain. City of PA will be dealing with the pipe/waste issues within the first five years. Just my prediction (micromanagement thought).
Take a neighborhood that can't handle wastewater and plop a 36-unit housing complex in it, plus a dog-washing station. Makes sense to me.
Ken, I'll bet within the first year. Can the pipes handle flushed dog hair, menstrual products, (FREE) condoms, paper towels, medications, cigarette butts, cat litter, cooking grease, food and whatever else when they can't afford garbage bags.
Our little airbnb, which goes for $250 a night in the summer, has a very nice waste basket beside the toilet. It is top of the line, and opens by using a foot pedal, and you don't have to do anything. However, even our travelers flush female hygiene products and those "flushable" wipes that everyone with a septic system knows aren't really flushable. We have to get that pumped at a great expense way more than our house, because we know how to respect a septic system in the house. So, my expectations of drug addicted tenants using those pipes properly are pretty low.
Maybe you should add a "CCWD Waste water $5 fee" to your guests invoice!
A $250/night AirBnB sounds like a fairly well off individual. Not the typical Jeff Six Pack laboring to get by. Maybe the housing shortage could be alleviated but eliminating STR’s?
I'm just trying to keep up with my $11k annual property tax bill and $800/month health care premiums :)
I hear you and feel the pain. My ancestors fled Germany for the same reasons, I have suggested to grandchildren they find a generational promised land somewhere (it isn’t here) and pioneer themselves.
Really? These are businesses that fill a void and bring cash spending tourist to the area. What do the homeless bring? Nothing, except now it is our problem. One we did not ask for or budget for and is sucking resources away from real and valid projects. And I don’t mean the fish barrier removal project. Other states are laughing at us. It’s not that funny when our tax burden increases!