Yet another sign that the Apocalypse is nearly upon us:
Apparently some hippy rock singer, a woman, went to Dealy Plaza, where JFK was assassinated. In the middle of the day, with adults and kids around, she stripped. Yep, right down to au naturale. She wanted to publicize her new CD. Here's a clip, without the nudity:
http://www.comcast.net/video/singer-strips-at-assassination-site/1455845111/Comcast/1455302085/
First, look at the tattoos on her. That should tell us something. Second, why wasn't she arrested and tossed in the slammer? Is, then, public nudity all right now, perfectly legal? Couldn't a judge slap her in jail or, at least, fine her enough so that any money she makes from the CD is negated? Third, why doesn't her recording company drop her? (Oh, it expects to make money and that's everything--OK.) Fourth, why don't people refuse to buy anything she's done--that would certainly teach her a lesson, to make this nudity ploy turn her into a "starving artist" (although, if she's at all like the others making so-called "music" today, she is hardly an "artist").
Just one man's lonely thoughts.
http://www.comcast.net/video/singer-strips-at-assassination-site/1455845111/Comcast/1455302085/
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Just Curious
Suppose we all finally just said, "NO!" What if we decided not to pay our taxes until the politicians stopped spending like fanatics? What if we decided we wouldn't obey the laws the politicians, but most of us don't, want? Whay if we just said, "NO!"
What if we demanded that the "anointed," be they the politicians, the Hollywood-types, the mainstream media, the university intellectuals, or whoever knows what's "best" better than the rest of us do, live like they talk? What if we demanded that they live in houses like us, struggled to pay the bills like we do, etc. and live on the money we live on? I guess this can go to all those who favor government "doing something." Instead of raising taxes on everyone, what if we demanded that those who insist on "doing something" pay for everything or at least the "something?" Surely, then, they will spout something like "fair share," as if they had a monopoly on the definition of "fair."
I am not talking about charity here, not at all. But donations to charity should be voluntary, not coerced. (Perhaps, soon, it's time to look at the schools' new mandatory volunteer requirements, such as community service, for graduation. Although it's a laudable goal, that is community service, making it "mandatory" is wrong. And, if I do say so myself, it's not as if the schools do a good job at what they are supposed to be good at--education. Nope.) And, much of this gov't spending isn't "charity." Unless we've expanded the definition of the word, paying for the mistakes of others, silly and even stupid mistakes, isn't "charity." And, like the schools, it's not as if government has a great track record on what it does.
Out to play with the Codester outside--a beautiful early afternoon.
What if we demanded that the "anointed," be they the politicians, the Hollywood-types, the mainstream media, the university intellectuals, or whoever knows what's "best" better than the rest of us do, live like they talk? What if we demanded that they live in houses like us, struggled to pay the bills like we do, etc. and live on the money we live on? I guess this can go to all those who favor government "doing something." Instead of raising taxes on everyone, what if we demanded that those who insist on "doing something" pay for everything or at least the "something?" Surely, then, they will spout something like "fair share," as if they had a monopoly on the definition of "fair."
I am not talking about charity here, not at all. But donations to charity should be voluntary, not coerced. (Perhaps, soon, it's time to look at the schools' new mandatory volunteer requirements, such as community service, for graduation. Although it's a laudable goal, that is community service, making it "mandatory" is wrong. And, if I do say so myself, it's not as if the schools do a good job at what they are supposed to be good at--education. Nope.) And, much of this gov't spending isn't "charity." Unless we've expanded the definition of the word, paying for the mistakes of others, silly and even stupid mistakes, isn't "charity." And, like the schools, it's not as if government has a great track record on what it does.
Out to play with the Codester outside--a beautiful early afternoon.
Storm Rising?
Wow! Does this one (click the link at the end of my diatribe) hit the nail on the head!?!? Yes, this is why we are angry. We've done everything right, the way we are/were supposed to do it. Then we watch(ed) while those who didn't get rewarded. Meanwhile, the "anointed" (not only those mentioned, but Obama and our elected officials; "See Dick and Jane smirk") make fun of us, ignoring us because they know better. And, even if they do "know better" (and I obviously think they don't, not in the least), that's not what this [country] is all about.
I know a little history and their smugness reminds me of the British arrogance of the American Revolution. "Who are these peons on the fringes of civilization to demand 'no taxation without representation?' Don't they know that we'll do what's best for them, whether they know it or like it or not?" Apparently, the words "We the People" are an anachronism.
Opposition is dismissed as ignorant, stupid, or, more recently, extremist. We don't hear much of this from the mainstream media yet, but haven't the words "fascists" and "radicals" been used? How better, among the "anointed" to distract from the real issue--that they continually act against the will of the people?
I won't even start on the hypocrisy of their words and actions/lifestyle....
I hope we don't forget all this by November. If we do, we deserve exactly what we get. Unfortunately, our children and grandchildren deserve better! "Remember in November!"
http://spectator.org/people/james-p-gannon/article.xml
Hello!!! Is anyone here?
I know a little history and their smugness reminds me of the British arrogance of the American Revolution. "Who are these peons on the fringes of civilization to demand 'no taxation without representation?' Don't they know that we'll do what's best for them, whether they know it or like it or not?" Apparently, the words "We the People" are an anachronism.
Opposition is dismissed as ignorant, stupid, or, more recently, extremist. We don't hear much of this from the mainstream media yet, but haven't the words "fascists" and "radicals" been used? How better, among the "anointed" to distract from the real issue--that they continually act against the will of the people?
I won't even start on the hypocrisy of their words and actions/lifestyle....
I hope we don't forget all this by November. If we do, we deserve exactly what we get. Unfortunately, our children and grandchildren deserve better! "Remember in November!"
http://spectator.org/people/james-p-gannon/article.xml
Hello!!! Is anyone here?
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Despair
No, I won't let this feeling, this lump of rocks in my stomach, get me down. I won't quit harping on these guys, these elected officials who continue to pass things in defiance of the obvious will of the American people.
They need to go, the sooner the better. If not, imagine the evil, the harm they will do to this nation and its heritage, tradition, and greatness.
No doubt, opponents of these bozos will be painted as some sort of extremists, Nazis or Fascists, even. The Tea Parties, Town Halls, and writers opposed to the massive, UnAmerican actions by Congress will themselves be characterized in pejorative ways. Note the Mallard Fillmore cartoon of last week, announcing that one of the major networks' news anchors will be absent for a few days recovering from a strained mouth--from smirking at a recent story about the Tea Parties. Expect no help from the mainstream media, notably television and newspapers. Apparently they never heard of Pastor Niemoeller (which doesn't surprise me, since they display an incredible lack of quality education).
Am I paranoid, an extremist? You decide. Catch this one.
Congressman Alcee Hastings, a Dem from Fla, said this the other day: "There ain't no rules here. We're tryin' to accomplish something.... All this talk about rules.... We make 'em up as we go along." (Should I add that Hastings was a Federal District Court Judge until impeached and removed about 20 years ago for financial improprieties? And then the idiotic voters of his district in Fla elected him to the House, again and again!)
If this doesn't scare us into finally standing up, get a load of this, from Mich's own John Dingell:
http://hotair.com/archives/2010/03/24/dingell-it-will-take-a-while-for-obamacare-to-control-the-people/
And, I heard Dingell on the radio say that Congress is smarter than we are, that it knows better what's best for us.
Arrogance from the self-anointed. Bullying tactics, bribes, etc. Can anyone be a bigger sellout than Bart Stupak? He recently denounced a Republican proposal/amendment to the bill opposed to abortion that he himself suggested a while back! Is it true he was promised $700 million for his district--for airports???? Airports in the Upper Peninsula? And don't forget the prostitutes from Louisiana, Nebraska, etc.
"Ah, but it's always been like this," you say. I think I could argue it hasn't, at least not in such a debilitating way. And, besides, wasn't this supposed to be "Change we can count on?" You know, "transparency" (What happened to C-Span? Instead we get Sat night, Sun night, Chris Eve votes, backroom bribes/deals, etc.), bipartisanship (no need to address that one), no lobbyists' influence (Hmmm...who spends more time in the Obama White House than anyone else? Hint: it's a union known by its initials.), and "I'll read a bill for five days before I sign it."
It's time to get rid of them all--all the liars, cheats, arrogant asses (I know that term is usually reserved for the U of M). Let's vote in those who will repeal the bailouts, the health care, and, for a start, all the benefits these bozos in office have voted for themselves over the years. Had they been doing their jobs--you know, representing US citizens--I could live with the perquisites. But, they are so arrogant, they are the self-anointed, when we bounce them out of office, they should have no trouble taking care of themselves, making ends meet by themselves.
It's been nice talking to you, Ron and, no, the sinking feeling in my stomach hasn't abated.
They need to go, the sooner the better. If not, imagine the evil, the harm they will do to this nation and its heritage, tradition, and greatness.
No doubt, opponents of these bozos will be painted as some sort of extremists, Nazis or Fascists, even. The Tea Parties, Town Halls, and writers opposed to the massive, UnAmerican actions by Congress will themselves be characterized in pejorative ways. Note the Mallard Fillmore cartoon of last week, announcing that one of the major networks' news anchors will be absent for a few days recovering from a strained mouth--from smirking at a recent story about the Tea Parties. Expect no help from the mainstream media, notably television and newspapers. Apparently they never heard of Pastor Niemoeller (which doesn't surprise me, since they display an incredible lack of quality education).
Am I paranoid, an extremist? You decide. Catch this one.
Congressman Alcee Hastings, a Dem from Fla, said this the other day: "There ain't no rules here. We're tryin' to accomplish something.... All this talk about rules.... We make 'em up as we go along." (Should I add that Hastings was a Federal District Court Judge until impeached and removed about 20 years ago for financial improprieties? And then the idiotic voters of his district in Fla elected him to the House, again and again!)
If this doesn't scare us into finally standing up, get a load of this, from Mich's own John Dingell:
http://hotair.com/archives/2010/03/24/dingell-it-will-take-a-while-for-obamacare-to-control-the-people/
And, I heard Dingell on the radio say that Congress is smarter than we are, that it knows better what's best for us.
Arrogance from the self-anointed. Bullying tactics, bribes, etc. Can anyone be a bigger sellout than Bart Stupak? He recently denounced a Republican proposal/amendment to the bill opposed to abortion that he himself suggested a while back! Is it true he was promised $700 million for his district--for airports???? Airports in the Upper Peninsula? And don't forget the prostitutes from Louisiana, Nebraska, etc.
"Ah, but it's always been like this," you say. I think I could argue it hasn't, at least not in such a debilitating way. And, besides, wasn't this supposed to be "Change we can count on?" You know, "transparency" (What happened to C-Span? Instead we get Sat night, Sun night, Chris Eve votes, backroom bribes/deals, etc.), bipartisanship (no need to address that one), no lobbyists' influence (Hmmm...who spends more time in the Obama White House than anyone else? Hint: it's a union known by its initials.), and "I'll read a bill for five days before I sign it."
It's time to get rid of them all--all the liars, cheats, arrogant asses (I know that term is usually reserved for the U of M). Let's vote in those who will repeal the bailouts, the health care, and, for a start, all the benefits these bozos in office have voted for themselves over the years. Had they been doing their jobs--you know, representing US citizens--I could live with the perquisites. But, they are so arrogant, they are the self-anointed, when we bounce them out of office, they should have no trouble taking care of themselves, making ends meet by themselves.
It's been nice talking to you, Ron and, no, the sinking feeling in my stomach hasn't abated.
Friday, March 19, 2010
NCAA Tournament
I know MSU squeaked one out tonight, but it's going to be increasingly difficult to watch any games.
For one thing, the officiating was pretty rotten. Even the announcers made a comment, something like, "Well, they're being bad at both ends of the court." (Does that make it OK, then?) Then, a short while later, a slight bump was called and they laughed. That said, the NM player did commit the lane violation. I noted it to Karen before the MSU guy even released his shot. It took guts for the official to call it.
For another, the announcers were also bad. They noted an MSU player, "getting his first action of the night," after he had not only been in the game, but had been at the free throw line for two foul shots! Then, a guy said, "Green (I think) has been a nonfactor in this game, not yet scoring...." (or something like that). At least the color guy noted, "But he's done some other things to play a role in this game." Yeah, like have about a dozen rebounds at that point. I guess 10 or so rebounds is a "nonfactor." But on the free throw lane violation, one guy said, "Boy, you don't see that called very often in college ball," with the other guy adding, "especially at this time of year" (or something like that). Great, just great....
Why don't we stop calling other things, like double dribble, three seconds, over and back, and, hey, maybe even some fouls (oh, they already don't call fouls?). Or, better yet, why don't we rewrite the rule book, eliminating free throw lane violations, at least during the tournament? There must be a reason for the rule, but if it's a sissy call, then why not just get rid of it?
No, my guess is I won't be watching Sat or Sun or whenever they play next....
For one thing, the officiating was pretty rotten. Even the announcers made a comment, something like, "Well, they're being bad at both ends of the court." (Does that make it OK, then?) Then, a short while later, a slight bump was called and they laughed. That said, the NM player did commit the lane violation. I noted it to Karen before the MSU guy even released his shot. It took guts for the official to call it.
For another, the announcers were also bad. They noted an MSU player, "getting his first action of the night," after he had not only been in the game, but had been at the free throw line for two foul shots! Then, a guy said, "Green (I think) has been a nonfactor in this game, not yet scoring...." (or something like that). At least the color guy noted, "But he's done some other things to play a role in this game." Yeah, like have about a dozen rebounds at that point. I guess 10 or so rebounds is a "nonfactor." But on the free throw lane violation, one guy said, "Boy, you don't see that called very often in college ball," with the other guy adding, "especially at this time of year" (or something like that). Great, just great....
Why don't we stop calling other things, like double dribble, three seconds, over and back, and, hey, maybe even some fouls (oh, they already don't call fouls?). Or, better yet, why don't we rewrite the rule book, eliminating free throw lane violations, at least during the tournament? There must be a reason for the rule, but if it's a sissy call, then why not just get rid of it?
No, my guess is I won't be watching Sat or Sun or whenever they play next....
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Beautiful Day!
Wasn't today just gorgeous?!?! I don't think we could have gift-wrapped a more perfect day! The sun was shining, with temps in the mid-60s.
I ran with my blind buddy this AM, a bit brisk out there, but better than it's been. Ashley and I watched jets "write in the sky." There were no clouds, none, making the jet streams stand out even more. She thought they were cool. I thought it was cool that she thought so. The Codester and I went for a walk--sometimes in the wagon, sometimes tottering all over the road (or on people's grass, on their driveways--he doesn't care). We had a great time all day long.
I ran with my blind buddy this AM, a bit brisk out there, but better than it's been. Ashley and I watched jets "write in the sky." There were no clouds, none, making the jet streams stand out even more. She thought they were cool. I thought it was cool that she thought so. The Codester and I went for a walk--sometimes in the wagon, sometimes tottering all over the road (or on people's grass, on their driveways--he doesn't care). We had a great time all day long.
"Jumpin' Up and Down!"
Four things that I'm, as one of my jr high teachers would say, "jumpin' up and down" about today. (Gee, you remember that long ago, the Ice Ages?)
One, I don't get it, not at all. Why do we acquiesce over Muslims commplaints when we, the West, draw(s) political/editorial cartoons about Islam or Muhammad, yet don't raise a peep when Christianity is defamed? The Dutch cartoonists drew Muhammad at the Pearly Gates. He greeted suicide bombers with the message, "Sorry, we've run out of virgins." There is a great deal of truth and thought in that. First, what kind of religion rewards suicide bombers, those who deliberately kill innocents, not as residuals, but deliberately? Second, what kind of religion offers virgins as rewards? (And where are the Western feminists? They are more concerned if I use the term "chairman" or "chairwoman" instead of "chairperson." How about "chairone?") Third, "Paradise" has used up its allotment of "virgins?" What does that tell us about the number of suicide bombers? Yet, we get all worked up, not about Islam, but about offending Muslims!!!!! Certainly we can't be offended at suicide bombings--nosireee. Yet, in the US, what masquerades as serious art has, recently, included "Piss Jesus" and "Dung Mary." Again, several things about this. First, is this really "art?" C'mon, no it isn't. Second, is this what we want to reflect on our society, its (and our) values? I have no problem with some perverts creating this junk. But, one, let's speak out against it, vociferously. Two, let's boycott any art studios/museums (and what studio or museum would display such crap?) that exhibit junk like this. Three, let's make sure no taxpayer dollars, NONE!, goes to these weirdos. Let's let them be, literally, "starving artists." Think about this--cartoons (with all kinds of lessons for us, the truth revealed) v junk using excrement. The scum bags get free passes with cries of "freedom of expression," while the Dutch get the fickey-doo. Folks, unless we speak up, this is us.
I am not a big fan of driving. I've never really enjoyed it and see it, mostly, as a conveyance. Rarely, have I ever just gone "for a drive" for fun. That said, why do people sometimes go so slowly? I am not a speed demon and people even make fun of how slowly I drive--they have for years. But, more and more, I see the Slows out on the roads. These aren't people adhering to the speed limit. They are fine and, indeed, should be commended. Those I'm talking about go 10-15 mph under the limit (for instance, this AM, doing 30 in a 45 zone). Isn't that dangerous, as dangerous as going 5 or 10 mph over the limit? And, it takes forever to get somewhere. It's not just going too slowly; it also means getting stopped at more traffic lights. My 50-55 min drive to Clawson more often than not now takes 70 mins or more. Grrr.....
And, last but not least, groceries. Twice in recent trips to the store, I witness people getting their groceries with food stamps, gov't checks, whatever they are. Why do I see so many with roasts, even steaks? Why are so many with name-brand cookies, cereals, etc.? Why aren't they buying the Meijers brand soda instead of the Coke or Pepsi, not even on sale? Again, I don't quite get it. When Karen and I were first married, a couple of times a week, dinner was Chunky Soup on rice (and not instant Minute Rice, but the cheaper stuff that has to be boiled for half an hour). That's what we could afford, esp if we wanted to save money. Her mother thought that was terrible, just terrible, and told me about it. I didn't let that bother me; besides, we didn't mind it. I guess it's easier to spend other people's money.
One, I don't get it, not at all. Why do we acquiesce over Muslims commplaints when we, the West, draw(s) political/editorial cartoons about Islam or Muhammad, yet don't raise a peep when Christianity is defamed? The Dutch cartoonists drew Muhammad at the Pearly Gates. He greeted suicide bombers with the message, "Sorry, we've run out of virgins." There is a great deal of truth and thought in that. First, what kind of religion rewards suicide bombers, those who deliberately kill innocents, not as residuals, but deliberately? Second, what kind of religion offers virgins as rewards? (And where are the Western feminists? They are more concerned if I use the term "chairman" or "chairwoman" instead of "chairperson." How about "chairone?") Third, "Paradise" has used up its allotment of "virgins?" What does that tell us about the number of suicide bombers? Yet, we get all worked up, not about Islam, but about offending Muslims!!!!! Certainly we can't be offended at suicide bombings--nosireee. Yet, in the US, what masquerades as serious art has, recently, included "Piss Jesus" and "Dung Mary." Again, several things about this. First, is this really "art?" C'mon, no it isn't. Second, is this what we want to reflect on our society, its (and our) values? I have no problem with some perverts creating this junk. But, one, let's speak out against it, vociferously. Two, let's boycott any art studios/museums (and what studio or museum would display such crap?) that exhibit junk like this. Three, let's make sure no taxpayer dollars, NONE!, goes to these weirdos. Let's let them be, literally, "starving artists." Think about this--cartoons (with all kinds of lessons for us, the truth revealed) v junk using excrement. The scum bags get free passes with cries of "freedom of expression," while the Dutch get the fickey-doo. Folks, unless we speak up, this is us.
I am not a big fan of driving. I've never really enjoyed it and see it, mostly, as a conveyance. Rarely, have I ever just gone "for a drive" for fun. That said, why do people sometimes go so slowly? I am not a speed demon and people even make fun of how slowly I drive--they have for years. But, more and more, I see the Slows out on the roads. These aren't people adhering to the speed limit. They are fine and, indeed, should be commended. Those I'm talking about go 10-15 mph under the limit (for instance, this AM, doing 30 in a 45 zone). Isn't that dangerous, as dangerous as going 5 or 10 mph over the limit? And, it takes forever to get somewhere. It's not just going too slowly; it also means getting stopped at more traffic lights. My 50-55 min drive to Clawson more often than not now takes 70 mins or more. Grrr.....
And, last but not least, groceries. Twice in recent trips to the store, I witness people getting their groceries with food stamps, gov't checks, whatever they are. Why do I see so many with roasts, even steaks? Why are so many with name-brand cookies, cereals, etc.? Why aren't they buying the Meijers brand soda instead of the Coke or Pepsi, not even on sale? Again, I don't quite get it. When Karen and I were first married, a couple of times a week, dinner was Chunky Soup on rice (and not instant Minute Rice, but the cheaper stuff that has to be boiled for half an hour). That's what we could afford, esp if we wanted to save money. Her mother thought that was terrible, just terrible, and told me about it. I didn't let that bother me; besides, we didn't mind it. I guess it's easier to spend other people's money.
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