Political funny stuff grabs me every time. You have a new fan. On Super Tuesday I wrote a wish list for Presidential candidates. You may fit into that list. Snooze alert: It is a little new-agist. I look forward to hearing how your campaign progresses. Who knows? You might get elected by write-in votes. You sure you want the job?
Nothing would scare me more than being elected President. 😬🤣 What an all-consuming impossible job. At least 25% of the country will hate you out of party loyalty. And their party will fight everything you try to do. In my case, as an Independent, both parties would work against me. They might even cooperate—for a change—to oppose me. 🤣
I have to either laugh at the ridiculousness of current US politics or I get angry and depressed. So I am poking fun at it for my own sanity.
I read your list. I completely agree. That is what a President should be. If only...
I saw the title and thought “Wait! Mark already has a hiking mate! He posted pics! Maybe not of the campaign trail, but some sort of wilderness trail?” A hiking mate is much more valuable, IMHO. Especially if someone hikes more than runs.
Yes, I am married to my hiking partner. I don’t do much running. Mainly for President. Although, I did run a 5k last year. My first ever, in 42 minutes.
I am honored that, should you win the highest office, you would have me as your Secretary of Heartwarming Fiction and Overall No-Nonsense Advice. I am more than willing to serve At the Pleasure of the President! Thank you, Mark. Just one teeny, tiny point of clarification, though: I said I was happy to serve, not in the cabinet, but in the pantry.... you know, where the churros and do-nuts are stored. Starlin for President!
I could see myself in your administration as Commissioner of Confectionaries. I would, of course, ban any candy with coconut and/or almonds. No one likes that stuff. I got ideas. You know where to find me.
Interesting. I am with you on coconut. I would not do well stranded on a desert island. But I don't mind Hershey bars with almonds. Which is okay. I don't want a bunch of "yes" people in my administration. I want people who tell me what they honestly think. No matter how wrong they are. 😉🤣
I'm happy the milk shake, er cabinet situation worked out, and you've moved onto the serious roles. I'm with James Ron, Sharron absolutely will blossom in that role.
Being VP is something I have aspired to since learning, on the first day of primary school, that I bear the same name as our country's first VP. I came home and asked my parents if I was named after one of our presidents. and they answered, "Which one?"
I think you are right that my skills as a fiction writer will come in handy in WDC.
I will serve honorably, and I promise, you needn't worry about conflicts arising. I won't bring a Yoko into the administrative mix.
I agree. I dislike the idea of career politicians (and political parties.) I think the Founding Fathers envisioned citizens serving for a breif time and then going back to their lives (like Washington did.) Government is supposed to serve its citizens, not rule over them.
Political funny stuff grabs me every time. You have a new fan. On Super Tuesday I wrote a wish list for Presidential candidates. You may fit into that list. Snooze alert: It is a little new-agist. I look forward to hearing how your campaign progresses. Who knows? You might get elected by write-in votes. You sure you want the job?
Nothing would scare me more than being elected President. 😬🤣 What an all-consuming impossible job. At least 25% of the country will hate you out of party loyalty. And their party will fight everything you try to do. In my case, as an Independent, both parties would work against me. They might even cooperate—for a change—to oppose me. 🤣
I have to either laugh at the ridiculousness of current US politics or I get angry and depressed. So I am poking fun at it for my own sanity.
I read your list. I completely agree. That is what a President should be. If only...
Thanks, Helen.
Thank you, Mr. S'tarlin.
Stupid auto-correct. 🤣 I fixed it.
Our opponents are also fiction writers. But they deny that fact.
Our honesty about our ability to conjure up interesting stories will be appreciated. Or not.
Some think the public likes being lied to. Some think you can sell anything if you attach the label, 'follow the science.'
I think our 'fictions' are more revelatory of reality than many of the 'facts' spun by our opponents.
Time will tell.
Well said, Mr. Adams.
I saw the title and thought “Wait! Mark already has a hiking mate! He posted pics! Maybe not of the campaign trail, but some sort of wilderness trail?” A hiking mate is much more valuable, IMHO. Especially if someone hikes more than runs.
Yes, I am married to my hiking partner. I don’t do much running. Mainly for President. Although, I did run a 5k last year. My first ever, in 42 minutes.
True story.
I wonder if us both being fiction writers will undermine the population's confidence in our words? I do love to make things up.
I am honored that, should you win the highest office, you would have me as your Secretary of Heartwarming Fiction and Overall No-Nonsense Advice. I am more than willing to serve At the Pleasure of the President! Thank you, Mark. Just one teeny, tiny point of clarification, though: I said I was happy to serve, not in the cabinet, but in the pantry.... you know, where the churros and do-nuts are stored. Starlin for President!
I plan to rename Cabinet to Pantry. That should be less confusing.
No worries either way, there will be churros and donuts everywhere.
Yes, but will there be Snickers bars? Not the teeny ones.
My cabinet members will get their pick of candy bars. Taxpayers are footing the bill! It's all free!
I could see myself in your administration as Commissioner of Confectionaries. I would, of course, ban any candy with coconut and/or almonds. No one likes that stuff. I got ideas. You know where to find me.
Interesting. I am with you on coconut. I would not do well stranded on a desert island. But I don't mind Hershey bars with almonds. Which is okay. I don't want a bunch of "yes" people in my administration. I want people who tell me what they honestly think. No matter how wrong they are. 😉🤣
Haha, That's me!
I'm happy the milk shake, er cabinet situation worked out, and you've moved onto the serious roles. I'm with James Ron, Sharron absolutely will blossom in that role.
I agree. Why should old men get all the cushy roles.
Now all this talk of rolls has me hungry.
Thanks, Ron. 🤓
Sharron is a fine choice for your Secretary of Heartwarming Fiction and Overall No-Nonsense Advice, Mark!
You are too kind...
I know! She is the best!
I am here to serve.
Mark, I am honored to accept your offer.
Being VP is something I have aspired to since learning, on the first day of primary school, that I bear the same name as our country's first VP. I came home and asked my parents if I was named after one of our presidents. and they answered, "Which one?"
I think you are right that my skills as a fiction writer will come in handy in WDC.
I will serve honorably, and I promise, you needn't worry about conflicts arising. I won't bring a Yoko into the administrative mix.
"Which one?" That's hilarious!
Starlin-Adams! That's the ticket! A partnership whose time has come!
Long overdue, if you ask me. 🤣
🤣 I knew I could count on you. With your presidential name and my complete lack of political experience, we can't lose.
I should have asked this earlier. Do you play harmonica? When I sing my State of The Union addresses, I wouldn't mind some rippin' harmonica solos.
I may be a bit rusty on the harp. But I know how to rip.
Sweet! Start practicing. We might do Heart Of Gold at campaign stops.
Frankly, one of the main reasons I support you, Mark, is that you do NOT have political experience.
I agree. I dislike the idea of career politicians (and political parties.) I think the Founding Fathers envisioned citizens serving for a breif time and then going back to their lives (like Washington did.) Government is supposed to serve its citizens, not rule over them.
I used to hear the term 'public servant' all the time. Now they seem to think 'serving the public' is some kind of feast.
It generally goes in order of importance:
1. Myself/my political career.
2. My political party (which gives me a career.)
3. Members of my political party (who vote for me.)
4. The other 75% of the population, if it doesn't affect my career.
Anyone who puts the public first doesn't get reelected.
So true, Mark
As Bruce Coburn stated so well: "The trouble with normal is it always gets worse."
Probably the best 'haha' moment I'll have today, very clever.
Thanks, Bjorn. Vote Starlin Adam 2024! Candidates for those who still have a sense of humor. 🤓
Great choice! I’m still hoping for a place in your cabinet - how about right behind that can of soup?
Thanks, C.L. I plan to have a large Cabinet. Perhaps Secretary of Pizza Quality would suit you?
I’m in, Mr. President. Wait till you see my pie charts!
🤣 I look forward to your reports!
And no cherry picking!