‘Not a lot to say lately, but I thought I’d just scribble down some of the random thoughts and events that have been swirling around…

I’m very disappointed in Stephen Harper for calling the federal election… turns out he’s just like every other self-serving politician, bending the laws he himself created when he finds they are not serving his best interest. His ‘fixed election date’ law was, or is, such a great idea, but it didn’t take into account the ‘non-confidence’ aspect of the parliamentary system. If it was to really work, the concept of the non-confidence vote should be thrown out… then we’d really get to see democracy in action! The one question I do have is will we be back at the polls when that law says we should, in October of 2009 (or whenever)? Or will he ignore the law if things aren’t just right for him?

I’m also very disappointed in Stephan Dion. To borrow a phrase from Bill Clinton; Its the Economy, Stupid. When will these guys learn that everything else follows…. if he can get ‘on message’ with the economy, the Green Shift plan will naturally fall into place IF it is properly aligned. I must say that I am pleased that Mr. Dion has asked the tv networks to include Ms. May and the Green Party in the televised debates. We’ll just have to wait and see how that goes. She may be enough of a perceived threat to Harper’s Conservatives that he will fight the move…

I’ve been spending some time with Facebook recently… and tracked down a few old high school friends and a couple of University friends. Its such an oddly fascinating communication tool. A disconcerting and yet satisfying experience.

I’m prepping to write more ITIL V3 exams on Friday. Those things are ‘crazy’!