So true, Babette. From the beginning the Wowowow readership proved to be intelligent, thoughtful and articulate. It’s what draws us here, at least, daily.

Yes. Last night we watched the American men’s basketball team win gold. What a treat. What a fantastic game. As you know, they are all professionals, and all millionaires. Yet the Redeem Team had to prove themselves by leaving egos behind, working together and playing smart. Their final competition against Spain was no slam dunk.

No problem, Frank. It’s a nature mistake. Not too many Jozie/Josie(s) around town. Also someone suggested she change her avatar. Sounded like a good idea so I changed mine as well.

According to tonight’s NBC’s Bob Costa’s interview with IOC president, Jacques Rogge, birth certificates for 5 of the 6 Chinese gymnasts call their age eligibility into question. If deemed too young to compete their medals will be taken away. It’s getting serious, fast.

Frank, I believe you’re confusing Josie Sullivan with Jozie(with a Z)Lee. Enjoyed your 5 aces comment. Thanks.

sanders c: Wise words: “Hillary will be just fine. She’s got her health, bucks, Bill, Chelsea and a good job. It’s the rest of us we have to take care of now.” Your words so moved me that I had to come back and reply to your post. You are so right. We have to look out for us and our country now by voting wisely for the Democratic ticket of Obama/Biden. God bless America! Marvin Gaye singing the American National Anthem http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QRvVzaQ6i8A

Hehehe. I kind of like it too. Obama and Biden - to infinity and beeeeeeeeyond!

You’re right, Diana, the controversy started months ago but the volume increased when the US lost. Trainers on the US side should have protested as vehemently before the final competition, then people couldn’t say it’s sour grapes. And think of the message we’re sending our children - if you lose, call it a foul. Not good.

Congratulations, Senator Biden. I wish you and Senator Obama great success. However, will you do me a favor? A few days ago I signed up to receive an email to be among the first to know the name of Senator Obama’s running mate. Your name was announced by CNN over 2 hours ago. I’m still waiting for my email. Here’s the deal: If you’re going to maximize use of technology, be sure your campaign workers keep your word. Otherwise, it’s just dust in the wind. Come Nov 4th I don’t want my vote to turn into dust. Mahalo!

A PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE, by Rick Warren

In my final year of college I took a class analyzing the work of Edith Wharton vs. Henry James, Edith’s muse. Surely I’d selected the class in error. Who were these people and why was an entire semester devoted to their works? What a joy dissecting their beautifully constructed novels and getting to the root of the novels’ characters.

LOL …

Hahaha. No.

Excellent interview with Helen Thomas. We enjoyed every moment.

Ah, but the next world may be even more magnificent. Don’t play God or the creator short.