The Slow (2009) Review

It is no surprise to dedicated Slow Bleed readers that I have been absent for a couple weeks now. That is not to suggest there has not been plenty to write about, just that I took a much-needed break and spent the holidays traveling with my family.

With that said, I expect to be back in full swing sometime in January. Here are a few things I may have missed in my absence and the quick “two-cents” version of what I would have said.

First Year of “Change” – I definitely have more “change” than I started the year with. Unfortunately, I also have less “dollars.”

Tiger – In the middle of a career makeover, he will come back as the “Cheetah.” I fully expect a book called “Tigers Tail” to come out soon.

Michael Jackson – Creepy, didn’t like his music, but he was a pop god.

Full Body Scans – Stepping up airport security with full body scans? I suspect stock in weight watchers and Victoria’s Secret is about to go up.

Health Care – Tough call for the government but it needs to be done right. Did I say “government” and “right” in the same sentence?

GMAC Bailout – With close to $15 Billion in aid, do you think you can finally get back on track already?

California; “Ok with Bird Killings” – Now I have seen everything. Is that the same equivalent as “hell freezing over?”

Miss America Drama – The whole thing is now a bad after school special….with Donald Trump.

Balloon Boy Drama – Can we just move on already? Oh, and make the parents sell balloons somewhere as a community service.

Sarah Palin Awarded 2009 Lie of the Year– Her “death panels” speech landed her the 2009 Lie of the Year from Pulitzer Award winner PolitiFact. Yea, I’ll buy that one.

I will probably add more as they come to me. Any favorites you would like to add?