Delta will keep DTW as a hub

I just stumbled upon this articlestating Delta Airlines sees Detroit as an asset.

When Northwest Airlines and Delta first announced their merger, I know a lot of people were curious as to what might happen to the new, beutiful, McNamara terminal (named for Edward H., not Robert S.) and if Delta would still be using it as a hub airport.

Well, good news, they are. Hailing from Detroit I really want Detroit to succeed. While keeping DTW as a hub will not even begin to fix the economy or even the moral in the Detroit area, at least it won't make it worse. I suppose that is all we can ask for at this point.

Are You a Gay or Lesbian Tourist? If So, Seattle Hopes You'll Visit

I love living in Seattle. I moved here almost two years ago from the outskirts of Detroit and have never looked back. Things are a bit more laid back, slower, casual, and not as uptight. Though, I do suppose the trade off is extreme passive aggressive-ism, but that is for a different conversation.

According to this story in the Seattle PI, the Seattle Convention and Visitor's Bureau figured out that gay and lesbian tourist tend to spend more money and travel more often than heterosexual tourists.

Being the liberal city that we are, I can see Seattle being a good destination for Gay/Lesbian tourists. Seattle is pretty progressive, and I feel like we have a better grasp on gay rights that some other cities.

Coincidentally (or maybe not?), Gov. Gregoire is scheduled to sign the "everything but marriage" bill tomorrow, which gives equal rights to same sex couples, minus the word marriage. I do have to wonder though, maybe if Washington legalized same sex marriage in every sense of the phrase, Seattle could bank on that. Oh yeah, not to mention that everyone should have the same rights ;)

Actually, my true opinion... Marriage and government should not have anything to do with one another. Opposite Sex and Same Sex unions should be legal. Marriages should be something you do within your religion. When it's time for me to maybe become legally bound to another, I have no problem saying... Yeah, we are getting unionized in October, save the date.

Five Pitbulls & 2 Adults living in a Jeep...

First, I have to say I love when positive news stories come out of Michigan. I grew up outside of Detroit, much of my family still resides in Michigan, and I am a cheerleader for Michigan turn around.

Saying that, I am not proud of stories like this one from Grand Rapids WoodTv (video, too!).

Basically, this couple was either staying or living in their Jeep (the couple say they were just staying the night because they ran out of gas, the Police claim they lived in the car) with their five pitbulls. Hhhmm, what could go wrong here???

Well, apparently the male's father brought the couple gas the next morning, the five pitbulls started fighting in the car, one escaped attacked the father and all the dogs are in quarantine.

I feel for the dogs in this situation. These pitts probably never had a chance, as I am assuming they were never properly trained. In addition, pitts get such a bad reputation because of stupid pitt owners like these.

Crappy Enconomy Recession Proof Items Include Chocolate, Spam, Laxitives and Condoms...

USA Today ran an article today showing what products are actually doing well in this economy. Some might not surprise you like Chocolate & Wine/Beers (consumed at home, not out at bars or restaurants) as they help soothe the bad economy blows for some, but laxatives? I suppose when nervous, you might have a nauseous stomach?

Other recession resistant items include running shoes, gold coins, safes to store those gold coins and Match.com memberships. I guess they say misery loves company...

Anyway, the article is pretty interesting and worth checking out. Oh and for the record, I just bought a new pair of running shoes and have been stocking up on cheap (under $10) wines... but passed on the Spam.