Thirst, Tis A Terrible Thing.

It has just recently come to light that our president, the person chosen to lead our country to a brighter future, has frittered away the opportunity to carry out that sacred responsibility by consuming beer. And, as if that were not enough, he has brought into the White House itself, a micro-brewery for the production of beer. Now while I'm not suggesting such an act is illegal, it is in complete non-alliance with fair play. You see, while having your own micro-brewery in the White House might make you popular with beer swilling Minnesotans, and Wisconsinites, it most assuredly will not be approved by Californians and New Yorkers, both known for wine making. Nor will Tennesseans or Alabamians, where corn liquor is the favored beverage, be mollified. It might be necessary for the president to consider a grape arbor and some cornstalks on the grounds. While he's at it he might want to consider planting some seeds of the Camillia sinensis plant in order to harvest tea leaves for those who do not imbibe in less gentile liquids. There's an added advantage of such a planting as you might harvest a Tea party as well. The Coffee plant also comes to mind as does the Theobromo cacao or cocoa tree, in order to round out the selection. Then, of course you must consider an orange and lemon tree so as to satisfy the southeast USA. I can attest to the taste of Tomato juice as well. It will also become necessary to house a cow. My only hope is that there will still be room at the White House for the purpose of running the government of the United States. After all, it is no small task to balance the dangerous waters of international affairs, the terrible troubles of our economy, the vexing responsibilities of our banking and businesses oversight, the well being of our populace and provide for the drinking habits of all who visit the White House.