Yesterday, my husband told me the air space around Albuquerque would be closed because my friend was visiting.  I thought who’s coming then it dawned on me that my friend was none other than President Obama.  Yeah, he’s in Albuquerque to have a “backyard” chat with some middle income families in the South Valley.  I guess these backyard chats are like FDR’s Fireside chats.  While FDR got things done, Obama is just a bunch of hot air.  He goes around the country to places like Ohio and Virginia to meet with people in their backyard to talk to them about the economy and what can be done.  Well I have an idea and I know it sounds crazy, but how about the president stay in Washington and actually do something.  President Obama is always in campaign mode because that’s what he does best.  When it comes to do the actual job, well that’s another story.  I have never aspired to be president and I know it is a hard job, but come on, Obama, buck up and do something.

As a side note while President Obama wants to do something for the economy is hurting local businesses in Albuquerque particularly the balloon business. The Balloon Fiesta starts Saturday and balloon operators are already losing money because of restricted air space. One balloon operator, who owns Rainbow Ryders, said he stands to lose $10,000 while the President chats in a backyard.  That’s really doing something about the economy.  Oh and by the way, the Vice President will be here on Thursday to campaign for the Democratic nominee for governor and if he stays overnight, the same balloon operator said he could lose up to $50,000.  Balloon enthusiasts are very nicely, but firmly saying hit the road, Joe, as soon as your campaign fundraiser is over.  If the Vice President stays over night then Lt. Governor Diane Denish who is running for governor can probably kiss a lot of votes goodbye.