Well, how do you like that. Guess I had access to my favorite Bloggie all along! Hey Bill! Hey Gavaloni! No wurries, Stuke! Two things: Very interesting book by Doris Lessing about the US betrayal of the mujahadeen (leading up to the Taliban's hatred?) and also to point out that ObinL is Yemeni. I spoke at a political rally for a right-wing group in Lahore, somewhat against my will (long story involving the Lahori Special Police Force Cheif and a judo match) - everyday people are way politically aware there. Perhaps more than us. It gives me faith and fear simultaneously.

sorry to interrupt your convo, boys - soldier on!