I saw this doc. Two things struck me:

First: As someone whose father was in WWII, I was always interested in that war. I was completely taken back at some of the footage that I'd never seen...

So...


Last you heard, our cats were missing because of our move to downtown. The orange cat found his way back to the old house in about 36 hours. We brought him back and he seemed absolutely...

Just got our bill about 15 minutes ago. $478.33 for the MONTH!!! It seems impossible. Our main source of heat over the winter and currently is a wood burning stove. We have a propane tank. We...

Can you believe this?!? The universe is really testing us.

Yesterday (Friday the 20th), we witnessed something quite unbelievable - (I can't even bring myself to say it). And then...
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I'd like to send a hearty CONGRATS to Doug Bosco and Eric Koenigshofer for winning another term as 5th District Supervisor!

Indeed. All those Hopkins donors MUST think she'll be good for business, the obvious being big wine. It all comes down to Koenigshofer and Bosco for 5th District Supervisor, AGAIN!!!

Look. It's simple, really. If you were happy with the Efren Carrillo years, then, go ahead and vote for Hopkins. Because it wasn't Carrillo and it's won't be Hopkins filling that seat. A vote for...

I have personally spoken with a pro-GMO winemaker who told me that they made a "signicant contribution" to Hopkins. This winemaker is an influential force in the Russian River. I have yet to see...

Whoa, Barry! This has everything to do with fundraising. Particularly from big wine. I have personally spoken with pro-GMO winemakers who have donated significantly to the Hopkins cause. Hopkins...

Just as it was with Efren Carrillo, a vote for Lynda Hopkins is a vote for the Bosco Boys (Koenigshofer and Bosco) to occupy the seat for 5th District Supervisor. Just as it was with Efren Carrillo....

It may very well be that Lynda Hopkins, in her heart of hearts, would like nothing more than to "protect our coast" as it states on one of those little yellow add-ons to her signs. But the big money...

It's bad enough that we've devolved from an agriculture that use to benefit all to a mono-culture that now benefits a very few. That same minority continues to preach the family values that their...

On the contrary. This is what it would take regardless of where the grapes are grown. Take notice during harvest; no water is used to move grapes around the state and irrigation is only counted on...

OOPS!

Seems I made a mistake in my calculations (although I think it was a typo). It seems I did Joe Wagner a favor.

The article I based my calculations on was Mike Dunne's Sacramento Bee...

It's terrific with a film noir slant. Surreal quality really raised an eyebrow. Love it. Keep up the great work.



[ You can read the story that inspired the cover, “The God’s Eye” by Jeff...

Multiuse Trails Across Sebastopol will be discussed at the GPAC this Wednesday (see below)...

GENERAL PLAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12 AT 6:30 PM
at Sebastopol Center for the Arts...

I've noticed that the negative comments on this subject seem to come from folks who dictate fear and rumor from their keyboard. If they really want to be heard (i wonder), then they'd get off their...

Okay, this is typical of people who respond with a negative viewpoint and no alternative ideas. This bike path proposal is a launching point for a vision to help get kids to school, families to our...

Boy, you sure spend a lot of time and energy saying, No.

There are a few people painting the latest political salvo as "negative campaigning". I am referring to the "NO ON GREENBURG" postcards that went out to Sebastopol voters this week. Some claim...

As I read Mr. Greenberg's rants on this thread, I come away with a feeling that, he really doesn't get it. I don't believe he's got a grasp of what it takes to work together with others to make a...

Papas y Pollo has a big screen in a small room.

Jonathan Greenberg has been screaming about the closure of Palm Drive Hospital. He seems to be using it as a platform to run on. He says that his investigative reporting has "re-shaped the...

Barry, you keep asking but no one is answering; the needs of the community in this case is respect from a corporation that has until now shown none. Even in its current location, there is no effort...

Ya know, my kids raised a lot of money for the Girl Scouts and their school right here in Sebastopol. That doesn't mean they should be voted into public office. What I've seen from Greenberg is a...

Paul Hobbs is at it again. RE: the new vineyard conversion that surrounded 5 school campuses from pre-school to 8th grade on Watertrough Rd.

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Got very credible word from someone who...

What if Efren gained access to that woman's apartment? This incident of "peeking" is nothing short of attempted sexual assault. And he's damn lucky there were no toxicology test performed. It's...

A new vineyard just went in across the street from my house. Paul Hobbs has another that'll be planted this spring next to the 5 campuses near Apple Blossom School. Twin Hills ranch will now have...

Walmart destroys local economy. So save today while we all suffer in the long run. Walmart keeps Americans at the low end of life while maintaining a robust Chinese economy.

So angry.<br><br>

As I type, I am listening to a report on NPR re: the shortage of useable water in the Paso Robles area. In this report, a vineyard manager is quoted as saying, "If it wasn't for wine grapes, we...

Full disclosure: This is my wife's blog, but this information about "HOW JEANS ARE MADE" is extremely important on a number of fronts. Visit the link...
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=1uzNmTP7h70

We are in a desperate situation. Wineries, beverage companies, and vineyard developers are having a field day with their devastation across the state. Tens of thousands of acres of eco-systems and...

We need a moratorium on new vineyard development in California. This Spanish-owned winery could care less about our environment. Please read the article:
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When you view the video, it seems Sebastopol would end up resembling San Jose or at least be on its way. I have sent my donation in. Grass roots causes only need small amounts from many, but don't...

On Sept. 28th, prowler/Supervisor Efren Carrillo attended the Sonoma County Harvest Fair Awards ceremony where the wine flowed like wine and the nectar of the gods was in the spotlight. My AA...

This letter was published today (9/15/13) in the Press Democrat. For those of you who may have missed it...


I’ve read a lot about the lack of compassion for Efren Carrillo considering all that...

Look. This is not about a judge and jury. This is not about a felony conviction. This is about behavior of an elected official. His actions warrant his resignation. After all, didn't he fired...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e18kXBkGMRM#at=36

This guy has to go!

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As I write, the orchard is being cut down on Watertrough by Paul Hobbs.

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I am a parent with 2 children attending and (1 pending) Sunridge and this school has far exceeded all of our expectations. It is a real community. The kids learn how to think instead of what to...

Over the last month I have experienced some shocking moments re: this Paul Hobbs vineyard conversion.

I spoke of the “gag order” that was imposed on our teachers. I used that as a figure of...

Teachers in the school district have been issued a gag order. They have been directed NOT to speak out regardless of their views.

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Composite Photo What I learned tonight at the Grange Hall meeting re: the Paul Hobbs vineyard conversion on Watertrough Rd. was quite disturbing.

I saw quite a few friends there on both...

Sonoma County is under siege. This is an urgent plea for everyone concerned to contact your County Supervisors and Agriculture Commissioner to impose a moratorium on all new vineyard development in...

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Clear cutting Sebastopol's past... Poisoning Sebastopol's future.

I don't remember the amounts, but Hobbs took that money to public auction when the property went up. When no one showed, Hobbs won the auction for a few thousand dollars. Please do the research, as...

Composite of Paul Hobbs in front of Jenkel property. A bit more accurate than the usual vineyard setting background.

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Composite of Paul Hobbs