Mont Blanc, The Alps

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Mont Blanc, May 2006. Matt bought a bike from a german guy so he and I set out in a rental car to fetch it. We drove (Matt did the driving) from Marseille all the way up to Geneva to fetch the bike. Matt seemed very pleased with his eBay find, the man selling the bike seemed sad as his wife gave him support, it seems it was a big dream of his (the bike) but he just didn't fit on it (good for Matt as he does fit on it).

What I got out of this was to take a trip in general, hang out with Matt, and to visit the epicenter of the Alps, Mont Blanc and the village of Chamonix. Taking the gondola (telegraph) up to the top was nothing but breath-taking.

Here is the set.

LETS IMPEACH THE PRESIDENT

LETS IMPEACH THE PRESIDENT FOR LYING

That is the first line in a new song on a new album from Neil Young. It is very refreshing to finally have a mainstream artist in America SAY SOMETHING about the actions of the United States government. I do have to mention, Mr. Young is actually Canadian. It is a small step put forth by Mr. Young but a neccessary step to officially disagree with the insanity imposed by the current administration. This new album by Mr. Young is a collection of classic protest songs, every one on the album is a comment on the Bush administration.


In addition, it is free to listen to the album online. You can view the blog at living with war and listen to the full album for free at www.hyfntrak.com.

In addition, Mr. Young's wife Pegi Young co-founded The Bridge School for young people with disabilities as a foundation for children with severe speech and physical impairments. The couple have a 20 something son with cerebral palsy.

Here is an interview from 1995 when Mr. Young was 50 years old.

The couple will receive honorary doctor of humane letters degrees from SFSU at the May 27 Commencement ceremony.

My joy goes out to these three people. Thank you for your work and effort. Do not stop your good work. You will not be silenced.