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No More Hurting People
Author: BobR
Date: 04/18/2013 12:52:14
- Rodney King
In 1991, a man was pulled over after a high speed car chase and beaten mercilessly by the police. It would have been just another day in Los Angeles, with white racist cops venting their hatred on another black man, had it not been for the person who recorded the beating and made it public. That resulted in the cops going on trial and Rodney King - the aforementioned sap how got his face broken - becoming a public name. It was AFTER the cops' trial where none were convicted that anger, frustration, and justice denied once again resulted in riots in LA and elsewhere in the country. Any white person unlucky enough to be near a black inner city neighborhood when the verdict was announced was in trouble. It was during this mayhem that a bewildered Rodney King uttered his famous phrase.
That phrase has been reused often - generally for comic effect - since then to punctuate the naive notion that we could actually all get along. "What? - people not lash out in violence?", implies the quoter. *chortle, chortle*...
Charles Darwin theorized that we evolved from a primative ancestor. As mankind and society have moved forward through time, it seems that we have had trouble as a species leaving behind that reactive violence that seems so normal in the animal kingdom and so abhorrent in ours. It seems we still dip our toes into that primordial soup from time to time and lash out in anger, hatred, and fear.
The mass murder at Sandy Hook Elementary last December seems to have finally held a mirror up to our faces and forced us to take a long hard look at ourselves. Who are we? Are we a country of rational human beings capable of overcoming our fear and moving towards understanding, or are we superstitious members of a blood cult that sees human sacrifice as a regretful necessity to appease the gods of freedom? When we see gay marriage becoming more commonplace, I hope for the former. When senseless murder occurs on a daily basis I have to sadly conclude the latter.
I was in New York on 9/11. I was living in Atlanta during the Centennial Park bombing. In both cases, the need to make sense of the senseless overpowered common sense and decency. A good and honest man named Richard Jewel was initially identified as a "person of interest" in the Centennial Park bombing (although I suppose that was not the phrase used at the time) because he identified the bomb for what it was and got people to move away from it before it exploded. That was all the media and court of public opinion needed to convict him of the crime. Eventually, Eric Rudolph was convicted of that bombing as well as the bombings of a couple abortion clinics and a lesbian night club. Richard Jewel, however, had his life upended for no good reason other than the public's bloodthirsty desire for vengeance.
After 9/11, American Muslims and anyone that looked vaguely Middle-Eastern suffered the same fate. Arabic-looking citizens and immigrants were beaten. Even Sikhs - people who practice a religion unrelated to Islam - were targeted simply because of their signature turbans.
Watching the news yesterday (or - more accurately - avoiding it), it struck me again how impatient we are for that moment of "we got him!". CNN disgraced themselves for making this very announcement on shaky information, only to have to retract it an hour later. Descriptions of a "dark-skinned male" have circulated. Photos of people with backpacks have been posted to online media with accusatory questions of "could this be the bomber?" I am not alone in wondering if in our haste to feel safe that the culprit is under lock and key, we are creating another potential Richard Jewel.
Feeling powerless to prevent violence makes people lash out in ways that diminish us as a society. "Vengeance is mine, sayeth the Lord". The people, however, have chosen not to listen. Were we still living in the Old West, there would be any number of innocent people strung up on light poles by a mad mob of people seeking to regain the lost power they never had. Instead, they are targeted, dragged through the mud (sometimes literally), and then discarded when another one is identified.
We as a species have to do what we can to remove that prehistoric animal from our souls. We have to push back that snarling beast when we feel it rising up. As a whole, we actually do a pretty good job of it. There are some not so evolved, or so in control, which is why we need police, courts, the military... However, we also need to repress that urge when we individually or collectively are victimized by the less civilized. Otherwise, we become them.
One of the 3 dead as a result of the Boston Marathon bombing was 8 year-old Martin Richard. He had a simple message for the world that we should all consider as we try to make sense of the senseless and try to find someone to blame:
Slow down, take a deep breath, and be absolutely certain that we have the right person or people. And then - let the courts do their job.
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Comment by 
Raine on 04/18/2013 13:06:45
Good morning.
Thank you, Bob.
Raine on 04/18/2013 13:06:45
Good morning. Thank you, Bob.
Comment by 
wickedpam on 04/18/2013 13:11:53
wickedpam on 04/18/2013 13:11:53
Morning 
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 13:25:23
Raine on 04/18/2013 13:25:23
At this point, I almost hope the FBI doesn't release the video showing the alleged suspects. I REALLY don't the public in 2013 thinking they are part of the manhunt.
Comment by 
TriSec on 04/18/2013 13:26:31
TriSec on 04/18/2013 13:26:31
Morning, comrades. As reported to my first-hand by my friend that works downtown....
Heavy military presence in Boston this morning. Armed soldiers on the streets looking for trouble.
Very odd and surreal.
Heavy military presence in Boston this morning. Armed soldiers on the streets looking for trouble.
Very odd and surreal.
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 13:28:33
You think that has anything to do with the President coming to town?
I saw some serious heavy military vehicles yesterday behind Lawrence Odonnell last night
Raine on 04/18/2013 13:28:33
Quote by TriSec:
Morning, comrades. As reported to my first-hand by my friend that works downtown....
Heavy military presence in Boston this morning. Armed soldiers on the streets looking for trouble.
Very odd and surreal.
I saw some serious heavy military vehicles yesterday behind Lawrence Odonnell last night
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 13:31:35
Raine on 04/18/2013 13:31:35
The F*cking New York post -- they've all but marked two men by publishing a picture on it's front page today.
Comment by wickedpam on 04/18/2013 13:34:22
a 21st century lynch mob, I mean look what happened to that poor guy that was simply running away cause he was scared
wickedpam on 04/18/2013 13:34:22
Quote by Raine:
At this point, I almost hope the FBI doesn't release the video showing the alleged suspects. I REALLY don't the public in 2013 thinking they are part of the manhunt.
a 21st century lynch mob, I mean look what happened to that poor guy that was simply running away cause he was scared
Comment by TriSec on 04/18/2013 13:35:23
Possibly, but the President wasn't headed downtown. Cathedral of the Holy Cross is on the other side of the city from there.
TriSec on 04/18/2013 13:35:23
Quote by Raine:
You think that has anything to do with the President coming to town?
I saw some serious heavy military vehicles yesterday behind Lawrence Odonnell last night
Possibly, but the President wasn't headed downtown. Cathedral of the Holy Cross is on the other side of the city from there.
Comment by wickedpam on 04/18/2013 13:36:24
don't know what the print version looks like but the online front page is anything but subtle
wickedpam on 04/18/2013 13:36:24
Quote by Raine:
The F*cking New York post -- they've all but marked two men by publishing a picture on it's front page today.
don't know what the print version looks like but the online front page is anything but subtle
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 13:39:15
I wouldn't be surprised if he was to visit other areas in the city.
Raine on 04/18/2013 13:39:15
Quote by TriSec:Quote by Raine:
You think that has anything to do with the President coming to town?
I saw some serious heavy military vehicles yesterday behind Lawrence Odonnell last night
Possibly, but the President wasn't headed downtown. Cathedral of the Holy Cross is on the other side of the city from there.
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 14:03:59
Raine on 04/18/2013 14:03:59
Just heard on the news that the President will be visiting first responders and families of the victims after the interfaith service today, I think that would explain the military presence in the city.
Especially considering they have not made an arrest yet. I remember seeing a lot of military after 9/11 in NYC and it was creepy.
Especially considering they have not made an arrest yet. I remember seeing a lot of military after 9/11 in NYC and it was creepy.
Comment by 
trojanrabbit on 04/18/2013 14:06:43
Every day Bernard Law gets to hide out in the Vatican, I care less and less about what a Catholic thinks when it comes to TEH GAYS or ICKY SEX or "killing babies".
trojanrabbit on 04/18/2013 14:06:43
Quote by Mondobubba:
Wow, the CEO of Eden Foods is an enormous douche.
Every day Bernard Law gets to hide out in the Vatican, I care less and less about what a Catholic thinks when it comes to TEH GAYS or ICKY SEX or "killing babies".
Comment by trojanrabbit on 04/18/2013 14:11:28
trojanrabbit on 04/18/2013 14:11:28
I think Commissioner Bele would have felt right at home at the LAPD.
Comment by 
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 14:11:49
And his or her precious religious freedoms being infringed upon? Yeah, well shut the fuck up asshole.
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 14:11:49
Quote by trojanrabbit:Quote by Mondobubba:
Wow, the CEO of Eden Foods is an enormous douche.
Every day Bernard Law gets to hide out in the Vatican, I care less and less about what a Catholic thinks when it comes to TEH GAYS or ICKY SEX or "killing babies".
And his or her precious religious freedoms being infringed upon? Yeah, well shut the fuck up asshole.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 14:16:55
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 14:16:55
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 14:17:50
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 14:17:50
The ricin guy seems to be a crazy white guy.
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 14:18:04
Raine on 04/18/2013 14:18:04
jebus h f*cking christ on a cross. I think we should hold Pamela Geller as an accomplice to something.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 14:20:17
How about we...damn it, I had something for this that was really diabolical. Never mind, to awful even for someone as hateful as her.
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 14:20:17
Quote by Raine:
jebus h f*cking christ on a cross. I think we should hold Pamela Geller as an accomplice to something.
How about we...damn it, I had something for this that was really diabolical. Never mind, to awful even for someone as hateful as her.
Comment by wickedpam on 04/18/2013 14:22:02
Elvis impersonating conspiracy theorist - you don't see one of those every day
wickedpam on 04/18/2013 14:22:02
Quote by Mondobubba:
The ricin guy seems to be a crazy white guy.
Elvis impersonating conspiracy theorist - you don't see one of those every day
Comment by TriSec on 04/18/2013 14:22:29
TriSec on 04/18/2013 14:22:29
Grumble, grunt
Freakin' cheap chinese-made advertising coffee mug sprung a leak on me mid-sip. Good thing I'm wearing a black shirt today.
Razza-frazza-sonofaBITCH!
Freakin' cheap chinese-made advertising coffee mug sprung a leak on me mid-sip. Good thing I'm wearing a black shirt today.
Razza-frazza-sonofaBITCH!
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 14:29:42
Think of the headlines:
Jailhouse rock; Return to sender....
Raine on 04/18/2013 14:29:42
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Mondobubba:
The ricin guy seems to be a crazy white guy.
Elvis impersonating conspiracy theorist - you don't see one of those every day
Jailhouse rock; Return to sender....
Comment by TriSec on 04/18/2013 14:29:44
Well of course he was a Saudi - we can't have a white supremacist / militant blowing anything up on freakin' TAX DAY now, can we?
TriSec on 04/18/2013 14:29:44
Quote by Raine:
jebus h f*cking christ on a cross. I think we should hold Pamela Geller as an accomplice to something.
Well of course he was a Saudi - we can't have a white supremacist / militant blowing anything up on freakin' TAX DAY now, can we?
Comment by wickedpam on 04/18/2013 14:31:57
wickedpam on 04/18/2013 14:31:57
personally I would love to see Yurtle's twitter just filled with @McConnellPress SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME #GOPFAIL
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 14:34:29
^^^^^^^^^^^^THIS^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Raine on 04/18/2013 14:34:29
Quote by wickedpam:
personally I would love to see Yurtle's twitter just filled with @McConnellPress SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME #GOPFAIL
^^^^^^^^^^^^THIS^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Comment by trojanrabbit on 04/18/2013 14:35:51
Was she this unhinged when Bush let the bin Laden family out of the country after 9/11? Or when he was kissing a Saudi prince?
trojanrabbit on 04/18/2013 14:35:51
Quote by Raine:
jebus h f*cking christ on a cross. I think we should hold Pamela Geller as an accomplice to something.
Was she this unhinged when Bush let the bin Laden family out of the country after 9/11? Or when he was kissing a Saudi prince?
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 14:36:29
Raine on 04/18/2013 14:36:29
You know it is totally messed up when we are forcing people to show photo ID in order to VOTE and are begging for a damn background check to buy a fuggin gun.
Comment by wickedpam on 04/18/2013 14:37:11
agreed
wickedpam on 04/18/2013 14:37:11
Quote by Raine:
You know it is totally messed up when we are forcing people to show photo ID in order to VOTE and are begging for a damn background check to buy a fuggin gun.
agreed
Comment by trojanrabbit on 04/18/2013 14:37:41
trojanrabbit on 04/18/2013 14:37:41
Oh, I am REALLY trying to stay clear of all "news" today. I'll not believe anything until I see pictures.
It's not too hard to understand though, the quality of everything has declined because of the push for the bottom line, the media is no exception.
It's not too hard to understand though, the quality of everything has declined because of the push for the bottom line, the media is no exception.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 14:45:05
I have to go through more of backround check complete with a database when I by pseudoepherine than I would to by a handgun in Florida.
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 14:45:05
Quote by Raine:
You know it is totally messed up when we are forcing people to show photo ID in order to VOTE and are begging for a damn background check to buy a fuggin gun.
I have to go through more of backround check complete with a database when I by pseudoepherine than I would to by a handgun in Florida.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 14:45:29
Then do it.
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 14:45:29
Quote by wickedpam:
personally I would love to see Yurtle's twitter just filled with @McConnellPress SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME #GOPFAIL
Then do it.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 14:46:31
You are so wrong for that!
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 14:46:31
Quote by Raine:Think of the headlines:Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Mondobubba:
The ricin guy seems to be a crazy white guy.
Elvis impersonating conspiracy theorist - you don't see one of those every day
Jailhouse rock; Return to sender....
You are so wrong for that!
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 14:49:01
Raine on 04/18/2013 14:49:01
30 years ago today, our embassy in Beirut was bombed. :(
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 14:49:35
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 14:49:35
We are having a pot luck at work, which I am declining to participate as I normally do. My cover story is am trying to stick to my diet plan and not over eat, but thanks for asking. My real reason is there several different types of potato salad, all made with mayo that have been sitting out at room temperature for going on almost 3 hours now. I already spent 3 days in the hospital this year, no I don't want food poisoning you fucking morons, put that shit on ice, god damnit!
Comment by 
Scoopster on 04/18/2013 14:50:58
Scoopster on 04/18/2013 14:50:58
Mornin' all! 
Back at the office today.. not 100% but feeling much better.
DONE.
Back at the office today.. not 100% but feeling much better.Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by wickedpam:
personally I would love to see Yurtle's twitter just filled with @McConnellPress SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME #GOPFAIL
Then do it.
DONE.
Comment by Scoopster on 04/18/2013 14:52:15
Scoopster on 04/18/2013 14:52:15
I heartily encourage everyone to RT that.
Comment by wickedpam on 04/18/2013 14:54:02
I already did it - but will be repeating often
wickedpam on 04/18/2013 14:54:02
Quote by Scoopster:
Mornin' all!Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by wickedpam:
personally I would love to see Yurtle's twitter just filled with @McConnellPress SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME #GOPFAIL
Then do it.
DONE.
I already did it - but will be repeating often
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 14:54:58
Dude lives in Tupelo and mailed that ish from Memphis?
After he's in jail:
Are you lonesome tonite...
Raine on 04/18/2013 14:54:58
Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:Think of the headlines:Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Mondobubba:
The ricin guy seems to be a crazy white guy.
Elvis impersonating conspiracy theorist - you don't see one of those every day
Jailhouse rock; Return to sender....
You are so wrong for that!
Dude lives in Tupelo and mailed that ish from Memphis?
After he's in jail:
Are you lonesome tonite...
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 14:57:07
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 14:57:07
Quote by Raine:Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:Think of the headlines:Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Mondobubba:
The ricin guy seems to be a crazy white guy.
Elvis impersonating conspiracy theorist - you don't see one of those every day
Jailhouse rock; Return to sender....
You are so wrong for that!
Dude lives in Tupelo and mailed that ish from Memphis?
After he's in jail:
Are you lonesome tonite...
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 14:57:45
He's gonna have Blue Christmas this year. Those FBI suckers all have suspicious minds.
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 14:57:45
Quote by Raine:Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:Think of the headlines:Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Mondobubba:
The ricin guy seems to be a crazy white guy.
Elvis impersonating conspiracy theorist - you don't see one of those every day
Jailhouse rock; Return to sender....
You are so wrong for that!
Dude lives in Tupelo and mailed that ish from Memphis?
After he's in jail:
Are you lonesome tonite...
He's gonna have Blue Christmas this year. Those FBI suckers all have suspicious minds.
Comment by TriSec on 04/18/2013 14:59:00
TriSec on 04/18/2013 14:59:00
Memorial is starting - streaming live on the White House site.
Comment by wickedpam on 04/18/2013 14:59:52
He's not a Roustabout any more. Bet he's not gonna be Lonesome Tonight.
wickedpam on 04/18/2013 14:59:52
Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:Think of the headlines:Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Mondobubba:
The ricin guy seems to be a crazy white guy.
Elvis impersonating conspiracy theorist - you don't see one of those every day
Jailhouse rock; Return to sender....
You are so wrong for that!
Dude lives in Tupelo and mailed that ish from Memphis?
After he's in jail:
Are you lonesome tonite...
He's gonna have Blue Christmas this year. Those FBI suckers all have suspicious minds.
He's not a Roustabout any more. Bet he's not gonna be Lonesome Tonight.
Comment by trojanrabbit on 04/18/2013 15:01:12
I THINK I just did.....RT is new to me.
trojanrabbit on 04/18/2013 15:01:12
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Scoopster:
Mornin' all!Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by wickedpam:
personally I would love to see Yurtle's twitter just filled with @McConnellPress SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME SHAME #GOPFAIL
Then do it.
DONE.
I already did it - but will be repeating often
I THINK I just did.....RT is new to me.
Comment by TriSec on 04/18/2013 15:01:42
TriSec on 04/18/2013 15:01:42
"Interfaith". OK.
I see Catholic, Orthodox, some folks in suits....but nobody in traditional Jewish or Islamic garb present. (I may be mistaken, however.)
I see Catholic, Orthodox, some folks in suits....but nobody in traditional Jewish or Islamic garb present. (I may be mistaken, however.)
Comment by trojanrabbit on 04/18/2013 15:02:27
It's such an easy question. Why can't I get an answer?
trojanrabbit on 04/18/2013 15:02:27
Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:Think of the headlines:Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Mondobubba:
The ricin guy seems to be a crazy white guy.
Elvis impersonating conspiracy theorist - you don't see one of those every day
Jailhouse rock; Return to sender....
You are so wrong for that!
Dude lives in Tupelo and mailed that ish from Memphis?
After he's in jail:
Are you lonesome tonite...
It's such an easy question. Why can't I get an answer?
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 15:16:32
Link.
Raine on 04/18/2013 15:16:32
Quote by TriSec:
"Interfaith". OK.
I see Catholic, Orthodox, some folks in suits....but nobody in traditional Jewish or Islamic garb present. (I may be mistaken, however.)
The service will also include Gov. Deval Patrick, Boston Mayor Tom Menino, and Cardinal Sean O’Malley as well as representatives of Protestant, Jewish, Muslim, and Greek Orthodox faiths.
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 15:18:44
eventually, they'll go Separate Ways
Raine on 04/18/2013 15:18:44
Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:Think of the headlines:Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Mondobubba:
The ricin guy seems to be a crazy white guy.
Elvis impersonating conspiracy theorist - you don't see one of those every day
Jailhouse rock; Return to sender....
You are so wrong for that!
Dude lives in Tupelo and mailed that ish from Memphis?
After he's in jail:
Are you lonesome tonite...
He's gonna have Blue Christmas this year. Those FBI suckers all have suspicious minds.
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 15:20:45
he should have never used the U.S. Male...
Raine on 04/18/2013 15:20:45
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:Think of the headlines:Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Mondobubba:
The ricin guy seems to be a crazy white guy.
Elvis impersonating conspiracy theorist - you don't see one of those every day
Jailhouse rock; Return to sender....
You are so wrong for that!
Dude lives in Tupelo and mailed that ish from Memphis?
After he's in jail:
Are you lonesome tonite...
He's gonna have Blue Christmas this year. Those FBI suckers all have suspicious minds.
He's not a Roustabout any more. Bet he's not gonna be Lonesome Tonight.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 15:21:12
Is he gonna ride the Mystery Train to jail?
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 15:21:12
Quote by Raine:eventually, they'll go Separate WaysQuote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:Think of the headlines:Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Mondobubba:
The ricin guy seems to be a crazy white guy.
Elvis impersonating conspiracy theorist - you don't see one of those every day
Jailhouse rock; Return to sender....
You are so wrong for that!
Dude lives in Tupelo and mailed that ish from Memphis?
After he's in jail:
Are you lonesome tonite...
He's gonna have Blue Christmas this year. Those FBI suckers all have suspicious minds.
Is he gonna ride the Mystery Train to jail?
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 15:24:07
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 15:24:07
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 15:25:57
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 15:25:57
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 15:27:12
I've been watching this story since it broke last night on Rachel.
This is really terrible. The amount ofexplosives fertilizer is WAY the hell more than was used on Ok city.
Raine on 04/18/2013 15:27:12
Quote by Mondobubba:
I have no words for what happened in West, Texas. This is as bad as the Texas City explosion.
This is really terrible. The amount of
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 15:34:50
Yeah it is. Of course there the "was this a terrorist act" question. :eyeroll: No, dumbass this was an industrial accident.
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 15:34:50
Quote by Raine:I've been watching this story since it broke last night on Rachel.Quote by Mondobubba:
I have no words for what happened in West, Texas. This is as bad as the Texas City explosion.
This is really terrible. The amount ofexplosivesfertilizer is WAY the hell more than was used on Ok city.
Yeah it is. Of course there the "was this a terrorist act" question. :eyeroll: No, dumbass this was an industrial accident.
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 15:36:34
The print version is the same.
and now there is this:
GDAMMNIT...
LET LAW ENFORCEMENT DO THIER JOB!!!!
----
As an aside, I Want you all here in this blog -- our blog family -- that I consider this a safe place to put things out there. We can all look at the links and confirm or refute things here. This is my safe place to say things that I would not post elsewhere. Yesterday -- and the lack of CNN credibility is an example.
Raine on 04/18/2013 15:36:34
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Raine:
The F*cking New York post -- they've all but marked two men by publishing a picture on it's front page today.
don't know what the print version looks like but the online front page is anything but subtle
and now there is this:
The Post explained that the photo comes from images police are circulating “in an attempt to identify the individuals highlighted therein,†but the front page headline exclaims: “BAG MEN, Feds seek these two pictured at Boston Marathon.â€
Sluths on Reddit, however, have apparently settled the matter, discovering the Facebook page of one of the men and individuals who claim to know the other, and neither appears to be the mysterious bombers.
LET LAW ENFORCEMENT DO THIER JOB!!!!
----
As an aside, I Want you all here in this blog -- our blog family -- that I consider this a safe place to put things out there. We can all look at the links and confirm or refute things here. This is my safe place to say things that I would not post elsewhere. Yesterday -- and the lack of CNN credibility is an example.
Comment by wickedpam on 04/18/2013 15:39:43
Gawker has the same thing
I'm the same way about posting certain things on FB, much better to put stuff here, a definite safe place, and bat them around with everyone
wickedpam on 04/18/2013 15:39:43
Quote by Raine:The print version is the same.Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Raine:
The F*cking New York post -- they've all but marked two men by publishing a picture on it's front page today.
don't know what the print version looks like but the online front page is anything but subtle
and now there is this:GDAMMNIT...The Post explained that the photo comes from images police are circulating “in an attempt to identify the individuals highlighted therein,†but the front page headline exclaims: “BAG MEN, Feds seek these two pictured at Boston Marathon.â€
Sluths on Reddit, however, have apparently settled the matter, discovering the Facebook page of one of the men and individuals who claim to know the other, and neither appears to be the mysterious bombers.
LET LAW ENFORCEMENT DO THIER JOB!!!!
----
As an aside, I Want you all here in this blog -- our blog family -- that I consider this a safe place to put things out there. We can all look at the links and confirm or refute things here. This is my safe place to say things that I would not post elsewhere. Yesterday -- and the lack of CNN credibility is an example.
Gawker has the same thing
I'm the same way about posting certain things on FB, much better to put stuff here, a definite safe place, and bat them around with everyone
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 15:41:17
Exactly.
Criminal actions have not been ruled out -- but it is a far cry from terrorism. Speculation of course, but perhaps had OSHA not had their hands tied.
Raine on 04/18/2013 15:41:17
Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:I've been watching this story since it broke last night on Rachel.Quote by Mondobubba:
I have no words for what happened in West, Texas. This is as bad as the Texas City explosion.
This is really terrible. The amount ofexplosivesfertilizer is WAY the hell more than was used on Ok city.
Yeah it is. Of course there the "was this a terrorist act" question. :eyeroll: No, dumbass this was an industrial accident.
Criminal actions have not been ruled out -- but it is a far cry from terrorism. Speculation of course, but perhaps had OSHA not had their hands tied.
It’s impossible to know at this point whether unsafe workplace conditions were a direct cause of this disaster, but we do know that it was cited for failing to obtain or qualify for a permit in 2006 after a complaint of a strong ammonia smell, a smell that was reported to be “very bad last night.†The plant hasn’t been inspected in the past five years, and in fact only six Texas fertilizer plants were inspected in that time. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is chronically understaffed, which means that a given plant like West Fertilizer can only expect to get a state inspection once every 67 years on average.
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 15:44:59
I know that here, it's not a bunch of people trying to be all CSI and stuff -- The great thing about here is that we seem to be willing to be wrong and know that when it happens, it isn't from a malevolent place and there is no shaming.
Raine on 04/18/2013 15:44:59
Quote by wickedpam:
Gawker has the same thing
I'm the same way about posting certain things on FB, much better to put stuff here, a definite safe place, and bat them around with everyone
I know that here, it's not a bunch of people trying to be all CSI and stuff -- The great thing about here is that we seem to be willing to be wrong and know that when it happens, it isn't from a malevolent place and there is no shaming.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 15:45:18
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 15:45:18
Tri, if I say "Hillsborough disaster" do you know what am speaking of?
Comment by TriSec on 04/18/2013 15:46:40
I do indeed, good sir. Wasn't the anniversary just recently? (perhaps I have it confused with another unfortunate event of a similar type.)
TriSec on 04/18/2013 15:46:40
Quote by Mondobubba:
Tri, if I say "Hillsborough disaster" do you know what am speaking of?
I do indeed, good sir. Wasn't the anniversary just recently? (perhaps I have it confused with another unfortunate event of a similar type.)
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 15:48:23
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 15:48:23
I was watching this program on PBS last night called "Guts," which was about the gastrointestinal tract. Did you know the surface area of your small intestine is about the same size as a tennis court? Think about that for a minute.
Comment by wickedpam on 04/18/2013 15:50:04
Yeppers 
wickedpam on 04/18/2013 15:50:04
Quote by Raine:Quote by wickedpam:
Gawker has the same thing
I'm the same way about posting certain things on FB, much better to put stuff here, a definite safe place, and bat them around with everyone
I know that here, it's not a bunch of people trying to be all CSI and stuff -- The great thing about here is that we seem to be willing to be wrong and know that when it happens, it isn't from a malevolent place and there is no shaming.
Yeppers
Comment by wickedpam on 04/18/2013 15:51:06
GTK
wickedpam on 04/18/2013 15:51:06
Quote by Mondobubba:
I was watching this program on PBS last night called "Guts," which was about the gastrointestinal tract. Did you know the surface area of your small intestine is about the same size as a tennis court? Think about that for a minute.
GTK
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 15:53:11
Raine on 04/18/2013 15:53:11
Quote by Mondobubba:
I was watching this program on PBS last night called "Guts," which was about the gastrointestinal tract. Did you know the surface area of your small intestine is about the same size as a tennis court? Think about that for a minute.
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 15:54:14
Raine on 04/18/2013 15:54:14
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Mondobubba:
I was watching this program on PBS last night called "Guts," which was about the gastrointestinal tract. Did you know the surface area of your small intestine is about the same size as a tennis court? Think about that for a minute.
GTK
Comment by wickedpam on 04/18/2013 15:55:04
wickedpam on 04/18/2013 15:55:04
Quote by Raine:Quote by Mondobubba:
I was watching this program on PBS last night called "Guts," which was about the gastrointestinal tract. Did you know the surface area of your small intestine is about the same size as a tennis court? Think about that for a minute.
Comment by Scoopster on 04/18/2013 15:56:07
That would accurately describe the rave I attended in Nashua, NH back in 1999.
Scoopster on 04/18/2013 15:56:07
Quote by Mondobubba:
Tri, if I say "Hillsborough disaster" do you know what am speaking of?
That would accurately describe the rave I attended in Nashua, NH back in 1999.
Comment by trojanrabbit on 04/18/2013 15:57:53
I vote for "They'll never inspect us so we'll just dump this really explosive stuff here near an apartment building and nursing home. What can go wrong?".
Goes a bit beyond "accident". More like irresponsibility.
trojanrabbit on 04/18/2013 15:57:53
Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:I've been watching this story since it broke last night on Rachel.Quote by Mondobubba:
I have no words for what happened in West, Texas. This is as bad as the Texas City explosion.
This is really terrible. The amount ofexplosivesfertilizer is WAY the hell more than was used on Ok city.
Yeah it is. Of course there the "was this a terrorist act" question. :eyeroll: No, dumbass this was an industrial accident.
I vote for "They'll never inspect us so we'll just dump this really explosive stuff here near an apartment building and nursing home. What can go wrong?".
Goes a bit beyond "accident". More like irresponsibility.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 15:59:36
Yes. Anne Williams who was one of the campaigners for better safety, died.
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 15:59:36
Quote by TriSec:Quote by Mondobubba:
Tri, if I say "Hillsborough disaster" do you know what am speaking of?
I do indeed, good sir. Wasn't the anniversary just recently? (perhaps I have it confused with another unfortunate event of a similar type.)
Yes. Anne Williams who was one of the campaigners for better safety, died.
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 16:01:09
I think you are correct.
Raine on 04/18/2013 16:01:09
Quote by trojanrabbit:Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:I've been watching this story since it broke last night on Rachel.Quote by Mondobubba:
I have no words for what happened in West, Texas. This is as bad as the Texas City explosion.
This is really terrible. The amount ofexplosivesfertilizer is WAY the hell more than was used on Ok city.
Yeah it is. Of course there the "was this a terrorist act" question. :eyeroll: No, dumbass this was an industrial accident.
I vote for "They'll never inspect us so we'll just dump this really explosive stuff here near an apartment building and nursing home. What can go wrong?".
Goes a bit beyond "accident". More like irresponsibility.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 16:01:09
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 16:01:09
Y'all are underrating your intestines! :fristy heels: :flummoxed: :vapors: :fainting couch:
Comment by trojanrabbit on 04/18/2013 16:01:47
I wonder how the Post / Herald (or any other Murdoch rag) would feel if pictures of everyone who had connections to said papers was distributed as being the "bag men".
trojanrabbit on 04/18/2013 16:01:47
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Raine:The print version is the same.Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Raine:
The F*cking New York post -- they've all but marked two men by publishing a picture on it's front page today.
don't know what the print version looks like but the online front page is anything but subtle
and now there is this:GDAMMNIT...The Post explained that the photo comes from images police are circulating “in an attempt to identify the individuals highlighted therein,†but the front page headline exclaims: “BAG MEN, Feds seek these two pictured at Boston Marathon.â€
Sluths on Reddit, however, have apparently settled the matter, discovering the Facebook page of one of the men and individuals who claim to know the other, and neither appears to be the mysterious bombers.
LET LAW ENFORCEMENT DO THIER JOB!!!!
----
As an aside, I Want you all here in this blog -- our blog family -- that I consider this a safe place to put things out there. We can all look at the links and confirm or refute things here. This is my safe place to say things that I would not post elsewhere. Yesterday -- and the lack of CNN credibility is an example.
Gawker has the same thing
I'm the same way about posting certain things on FB, much better to put stuff here, a definite safe place, and bat them around with everyone
I wonder how the Post / Herald (or any other Murdoch rag) would feel if pictures of everyone who had connections to said papers was distributed as being the "bag men".
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 16:02:48
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 16:02:48
Quote by trojanrabbit:Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:I've been watching this story since it broke last night on Rachel.Quote by Mondobubba:
I have no words for what happened in West, Texas. This is as bad as the Texas City explosion.
This is really terrible. The amount ofexplosivesfertilizer is WAY the hell more than was used on Ok city.
Yeah it is. Of course there the "was this a terrorist act" question. :eyeroll: No, dumbass this was an industrial accident.
I vote for "They'll never inspect us so we'll just dump this really explosive stuff here near an apartment building and nursing home. What can go wrong?".
Goes a bit beyond "accident". More like irresponsibility.
Comment by TriSec on 04/18/2013 16:06:50
Don't make your colon angry. You wouldn't like it when it's angry. It's even worse when it colludes with your appendix.
TriSec on 04/18/2013 16:06:50
Quote by Mondobubba:
Y'all are underrating your intestines! :fristy heels: :flummoxed: :vapors: :fainting couch:
Don't make your colon angry. You wouldn't like it when it's angry. It's even worse when it colludes with your appendix.
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 16:07:35
I am honoring Mr. T's intestines..
And Tony:
Raine on 04/18/2013 16:07:35
Quote by Mondobubba:
Y'all are underrating your intestines! :fristy heels: :flummoxed: :vapors: :fainting couch:
I am honoring Mr. T's intestines..
And Tony:
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 16:08:54
Now, that's
one to grow on.
Raine on 04/18/2013 16:08:54
Quote by TriSec:Quote by Mondobubba:
Y'all are underrating your intestines! :fristy heels: :flummoxed: :vapors: :fainting couch:
Don't make your colon angry. You wouldn't like it when it's angry. It's even worse when it colludes with your appendix.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 16:16:28
Tri knows what I am talking about. Treat your intestines, both large and small with respect!
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 16:16:28
Quote by TriSec:Quote by Mondobubba:
Y'all are underrating your intestines! :fristy heels: :flummoxed: :vapors: :fainting couch:
Don't make your colon angry. You wouldn't like it when it's angry. It's even worse when it colludes with your appendix.
Tri knows what I am talking about. Treat your intestines, both large and small with respect!
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 16:19:40
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 16:19:40
Give it up for the McDonald's at 1530 3rd Avenue in Seattle. Supporting trans rights, one toilet at a time!
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 16:20:24
Had that colonoscopy yet, Tri?
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 16:20:24
Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by TriSec:Quote by Mondobubba:
Y'all are underrating your intestines! :fristy heels: :flummoxed: :vapors: :fainting couch:
Don't make your colon angry. You wouldn't like it when it's angry. It's even worse when it colludes with your appendix.
Tri knows what I am talking about. Treat your intestines, both large and small with respect!
Had that colonoscopy yet, Tri?
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 16:23:48
Uhm... yes or no would suffice...
Raine on 04/18/2013 16:23:48
Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by TriSec:Quote by Mondobubba:
Y'all are underrating your intestines! :fristy heels: :flummoxed: :vapors: :fainting couch:
Don't make your colon angry. You wouldn't like it when it's angry. It's even worse when it colludes with your appendix.
Tri knows what I am talking about. Treat your intestines, both large and small with respect!
Had that colonoscopy yet, Tri?
Comment by Will in Chicago on 04/18/2013 16:26:14
Will in Chicago on 04/18/2013 16:26:14
Good morning, bloggers!! I hope that everyone is doing well today.
BobR, thanks for a great blog. I think that we need to be very careful here in identifying people as suspects.
We are having a lot of rain and flooding here today. So, I think that some of those storms will hit people out East soon.
BobR, thanks for a great blog. I think that we need to be very careful here in identifying people as suspects.
We are having a lot of rain and flooding here today. So, I think that some of those storms will hit people out East soon.
Comment by TriSec on 04/18/2013 16:37:14
Soon enough. May 2.
TriSec on 04/18/2013 16:37:14
Quote by Raine:
Uhm... yes or no would suffice...
Soon enough. May 2.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 16:40:36
my colonoscopy report can with color pictures attached. I want jpgs! I want posts those to FB!
I am clean as whistle down there!
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 16:40:36
Quote by Raine:Uhm... yes or no would suffice...Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by TriSec:Quote by Mondobubba:
Y'all are underrating your intestines! :fristy heels: :flummoxed: :vapors: :fainting couch:
Don't make your colon angry. You wouldn't like it when it's angry. It's even worse when it colludes with your appendix.
Tri knows what I am talking about. Treat your intestines, both large and small with respect!
Had that colonoscopy yet, Tri?
my colonoscopy report can with color pictures attached. I want jpgs! I want posts those to FB!
I am clean as whistle down there!
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 16:41:05
The prep is worse that the exam.
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 16:41:05
Quote by TriSec:Quote by Raine:
Uhm... yes or no would suffice...
Soon enough. May 2.
The prep is worse that the exam.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 16:42:22
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 16:42:22
Comment by TriSec on 04/18/2013 16:46:10
TriSec on 04/18/2013 16:46:10
TriSec is now very tired.
Looks like I picked the wrong week to stop sniffing glue.
Looks like I picked the wrong week to stop sniffing glue.
Comment by 
livingonli on 04/18/2013 16:47:24
livingonli on 04/18/2013 16:47:24
Good day, folks. It seems like if I got my news from a Murdoch organization (and apparently now CNN), I think I would blow something.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 16:59:38
Alrighty then, Cheryl Tunt.
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 16:59:38
Quote by TriSec:
TriSec is now very tired.
Looks like I picked the wrong week to stop sniffing glue.
Alrighty then, Cheryl Tunt.
Comment by wickedpam on 04/18/2013 17:00:13
Everyone wants to scream that they reported it first, problem is they have forgotten what actual reporting is
wickedpam on 04/18/2013 17:00:13
Quote by livingonli:
Good day, folks. It seems like if I got my news from a Murdoch organization (and apparently now CNN), I think I would blow something.
Everyone wants to scream that they reported it first, problem is they have forgotten what actual reporting is
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 17:01:34
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 17:01:34
this story.
Comment by TriSec on 04/18/2013 17:21:20
TriSec on 04/18/2013 17:21:20
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 17:37:39
THIS is exactly what I have been so afraid to see happen.
Once again, I am really glad that Bob wrote this particular post today.
I wish more people would read it.
Raine on 04/18/2013 17:37:39
Quote by trojanrabbit:
Thank you, New York Post.
Once again, I am really glad that Bob wrote this particular post today.
I wish more people would read it.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 18:13:19
Driven into a colon ditch.
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 18:13:19
Driven into a colon ditch.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 18:15:05
You commented on sniffing glue. Cheryl Tunt is a glue sniffer, ergo, you are called by me, Cheryl Tunt. Pay attention, that is why I provided the Archer Wiki entry. Sheesh!
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 18:15:05
Quote by TriSec:Quote by Mondobubba:
Alrighty then, Cheryl Tunt.
Swing and a miss!
You commented on sniffing glue. Cheryl Tunt is a glue sniffer, ergo, you are called by me, Cheryl Tunt. Pay attention, that is why I provided the Archer Wiki entry. Sheesh!
Comment by wickedpam on 04/18/2013 18:16:16
wickedpam on 04/18/2013 18:16:16
been thinking (I know have a headache ) but the problem with the vote yesterday was not the 4 Dems who voted against the bill (even though it was kinda cowardly) but it was the Repubs who filibustered it making them need 60 votes instead of the normal majority. I'm not mad at those 4 Dems, I'm mad at Yurtle and his ilk.
) but the problem with the vote yesterday was not the 4 Dems who voted against the bill (even though it was kinda cowardly) but it was the Repubs who filibustered it making them need 60 votes instead of the normal majority. I'm not mad at those 4 Dems, I'm mad at Yurtle and his ilk.
Comment by TriSec on 04/18/2013 18:16:33
TriSec on 04/18/2013 18:16:33
Well, you obviously missed the "Airplane" reference, then.
Strike two called!
Strike two called!
Comment by Will in Chicago on 04/18/2013 18:17:46
I am not surprised. Disgusted, but not surprised.
Will in Chicago on 04/18/2013 18:17:46
Quote by Raine:THIS is exactly what I have been so afraid to see happen.Quote by trojanrabbit:
Thank you, New York Post.
Once again, I am really glad that Bob wrote this particular post today.
I wish more people would read it.
I am not surprised. Disgusted, but not surprised.
Comment by TriSec on 04/18/2013 18:18:28
See now, here's where I have the disconnect. I wish somebody would lean over and look at the podium and state "I don't see anybody standing there talking. It's not a filibuster" and then pass on a simple majority.
TriSec on 04/18/2013 18:18:28
Quote by wickedpam:
been thinking (I know have a headache
See now, here's where I have the disconnect. I wish somebody would lean over and look at the podium and state "I don't see anybody standing there talking. It's not a filibuster" and then pass on a simple majority.
Comment by wickedpam on 04/18/2013 18:19:38
oh I agree, there should be a talking filibuster - the way its down now is cowardly
wickedpam on 04/18/2013 18:19:38
Quote by TriSec:Quote by wickedpam:
been thinking (I know have a headache
See now, here's where I have the disconnect. I wish somebody would lean over and look at the podium and state "I don't see anybody standing there talking. It's not a filibuster" and then pass on a simple majority.
oh I agree, there should be a talking filibuster - the way its down now is cowardly
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 18:24:02
No, I got it. I just prefer up to the minute pop culture references.
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 18:24:02
Quote by TriSec:
Well, you obviously missed the "Airplane" reference, then.
Strike two called!
No, I got it. I just prefer up to the minute pop culture references.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 18:24:35
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 18:24:35
That is not a called strike, it is a checked swing. Ball 1.
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 18:27:52
Get a hold of yourself!!!
Raine on 04/18/2013 18:27:52
Quote by TriSec:
Well, you obviously missed the "Airplane" reference, then.
Strike two called!
Get a hold of yourself!!!
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 18:29:01
Raine on 04/18/2013 18:29:01
Quote by Mondobubba:
That is not a called strike, it is a checked swing. Ball 1.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 18:30:44
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 18:30:44
Not to mention I wanted to make another self-indulgent "Archer" comment that only Clintster and I get.
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 18:44:49
Gee, maybe tomorrow we can get into a lady parts examination ditch.
Should be just as comfortable...
Raine on 04/18/2013 18:44:49
Quote by Mondobubba:
Driven into a colon ditch.
Should be just as comfortable...
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 18:49:21
Yes I am crossing the pop culture streams! Sue me!
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 18:49:21
Quote by Raine:Quote by Mondobubba:
That is not a called strike, it is a checked swing. Ball 1.
Yes I am crossing the pop culture streams! Sue me!
Comment by 
BobR on 04/18/2013 18:49:40
Really Mondo - you're more colon-obsessed than a gay man on ecstasy.
BobR on 04/18/2013 18:49:40
Quote by Raine:Gee, maybe tomorrow we can get into a lady parts examination ditch.Quote by Mondobubba:
Driven into a colon ditch.
Should be just as comfortable...
Really Mondo - you're more colon-obsessed than a gay man on ecstasy.
Comment by BobR on 04/18/2013 18:50:31
The ref in the instant replay booth confirms the original call.
STRIKE!
BobR on 04/18/2013 18:50:31
Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:Quote by Mondobubba:
That is not a called strike, it is a checked swing. Ball 1.
Yes I am crossing the pop culture streams! Sue me!
The ref in the instant replay booth confirms the original call.
STRIKE!
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 18:51:50
No, they are anus obsessed. I am far more interested in the
small intestine.
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 18:51:50
Quote by BobR:Quote by Raine:Gee, maybe tomorrow we can get into a lady parts examination ditch.Quote by Mondobubba:
Driven into a colon ditch.
Should be just as comfortable...
Really Mondo - you're more colon-obsessed than a gay man on ecstasy.
No, they are anus obsessed. I am far more interested in the
small intestine.
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 18:55:32
You are really not getting this.
Raine on 04/18/2013 18:55:32
Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by BobR:Quote by Raine:Gee, maybe tomorrow we can get into a lady parts examination ditch.Quote by Mondobubba:
Driven into a colon ditch.
Should be just as comfortable...
Really Mondo - you're more colon-obsessed than a gay man on ecstasy.
No, they are anus obsessed. I am far more interested in the small intestine.
You are really not getting this.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 19:05:02
If you are trying to make me squirm, ain't gonna work. I was married to the woman who gleefully dragged me do the feminine hygiene aisle of a Giant in Annadale, VA explaining each item on in great detail when I made the mistake of saying "girl stuff" derisively.
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 19:05:02
Quote by Raine:Gee, maybe tomorrow we can get into a lady parts examination ditch.Quote by Mondobubba:
Driven into a colon ditch.
Should be just as comfortable...
If you are trying to make me squirm, ain't gonna work. I was married to the woman who gleefully dragged me do the feminine hygiene aisle of a Giant in Annadale, VA explaining each item on in great detail when I made the mistake of saying "girl stuff" derisively.
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 19:10:36
I;m not trying to make you squirm -- But let me tell you this:
no, forget it. you have me really upset off right now, Mondo.
REALLY upset.
Keep on talking feces and colons and whatever the hell you want. Keep on talking.
Raine on 04/18/2013 19:10:36
Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Raine:Gee, maybe tomorrow we can get into a lady parts examination ditch.Quote by Mondobubba:
Driven into a colon ditch.
Should be just as comfortable...
If you are trying to make me squirm, ain't gonna work. I was married to the woman who gleefully dragged me do the feminine hygiene aisle of a Giant in Annadale, VA explaining each item on in great detail when I made the mistake of saying "girl stuff" derisively.
I;m not trying to make you squirm -- But let me tell you this:
no, forget it. you have me really upset off right now, Mondo.
REALLY upset.
Keep on talking feces and colons and whatever the hell you want. Keep on talking.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 19:10:39
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 19:10:39
Okay I am gonna stop now. I sense a growing hostility.... :whistles:
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 19:12:09
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 19:12:09
Raine I do apologize. It wasn't my intention to offend or annoy. 
Comment by TriSec on 04/18/2013 19:37:41
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Do not trifle with this office.
TriSec on 04/18/2013 19:37:41
Quote by Mondobubba:
Yes I am crossing the pop culture streams! Sue me!
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Mondobubba, Defendant
Case No.: 1
Summons
TO: Mr. Bubba:
A lawsuit has been commenced against you in the above-entitled Court by the Plaintiff. Plaintiff's claim is stated in the Complaint served with this Summons. In order to defend against his lawsuit, you must respond to the Complaint by filing an Answer stating your defense in writing and serviving a copy to the Plaintiff's undersigned attorney within 20 days after the service of this Summons, excluding the day of service. If you served outside the state, you will have 60 days after service of this Summons. A default judgment may be entered agent you without notice.
Do not trifle with this office.
Comment by Scoopster on 04/18/2013 20:06:35
Scoopster on 04/18/2013 20:06:35
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 20:08:19
Daily Current, you scamps!
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 20:08:19
Quote by Scoopster:Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Scoopster:
Too soon.... ?
Nope!
I guess this one isn't either.
Daily Current, you scamps!
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 20:32:01
I know you apologized, and I do accept it. But I need to say the following:
It wasn't hostility -- it was a response to subtle hints that I think you may have ignored. I tried to use humor. Clearly, I failed in using that as a way of messaging.
It was not hostile. Please think about the use of that word.
I am still upset, Mondo. I'm trying to process this. I love you like family, but I gotta tell you, your story about "girl stuff" was a red herring.
My point was that the discussion was uncomfortable.
I'm done. Have a nice night.
Raine on 04/18/2013 20:32:01
Quote by Mondobubba:
Okay I am gonna stop now. I sense a growing hostility.... :whistles:
It wasn't hostility -- it was a response to subtle hints that I think you may have ignored. I tried to use humor. Clearly, I failed in using that as a way of messaging.
It was not hostile. Please think about the use of that word.
I am still upset, Mondo. I'm trying to process this. I love you like family, but I gotta tell you, your story about "girl stuff" was a red herring.
My point was that the discussion was uncomfortable.
I'm done. Have a nice night.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 20:58:18
Raine, today you saw me at my assholeish worst. I have a tendency to needle people in the way you saw today. When I get into this mode, I get blinders on and the can't stop until I get a metaphorical smack upside the head. Recently I've come to realize it is a really horrible passive-aggressive that I picked up from my father. As I hate passive-aggressive behavior with a passion, I am very ashamed that I let it get the best of me, again, I am really sorry.
I know you weren't being hostile Raine. You have every right to be angry with me. This is a really annoying mode of behavior.
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 20:58:18
Quote by Raine:I know you apologized, and I do accept it. But I need to say the following:Quote by Mondobubba:
Okay I am gonna stop now. I sense a growing hostility.... :whistles:
It wasn't hostility -- it was a response to subtle hints that I think you may have ignored. I tried to use humor. Clearly, I failed in using that as a way of messaging.
It was not hostile. Please think about the use of that word.
I am still upset, Mondo. I'm trying to process this. I love you like family, but I gotta tell you, your story about "girl stuff" was a red herring.
My point was that the discussion was uncomfortable.
I'm done. Have a nice night.
Raine, today you saw me at my assholeish worst. I have a tendency to needle people in the way you saw today. When I get into this mode, I get blinders on and the can't stop until I get a metaphorical smack upside the head. Recently I've come to realize it is a really horrible passive-aggressive that I picked up from my father. As I hate passive-aggressive behavior with a passion, I am very ashamed that I let it get the best of me, again, I am really sorry.
I know you weren't being hostile Raine. You have every right to be angry with me. This is a really annoying mode of behavior.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 21:12:18
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 21:12:18
Oh irony! I was looking up how to prevent shockwave from crashing in Chrome. And Shockwave crashed!
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 21:14:11
Raine on 04/18/2013 21:14:11
Tribunal Secretary:
Based upon your judgement:
Plaintiff moves to dismiss based upon the following testimony:
Thank you for your time.
Based upon your judgement:
A lawsuit has been commenced against you in the above-entitled Court by the Plaintiff. Plaintiff's claim is stated in the Complaint served with this Summons. In order to defend against his lawsuit, you must respond to the Complaint by filing an Answer stating your defense in writing and serviving a copy to the Plaintiff's undersigned attorney within 20 days after the service of this Summons, excluding the day of service. If you served outside the state, you will have 60 days after service of this Summons. A default judgment may be entered agent you without notice.
Raine, today you saw me at my assholeish worst. I have a tendency to needle people in the way you saw today. When I get into this mode, I get blinders on and the can't stop until I get a metaphorical smack upside the head. Recently I've come to realize it is a really horrible passive-aggressive that I picked up from my father. As I hate passive-aggressive behavior with a passion, I am very ashamed that I let it get the best of me, again, I am really sorry.
I know you weren't being hostile Raine. You have every right to be angry with me. This is a really annoying mode of behavior.
Thank you for your time.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 21:24:00
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 21:24:00
Quote by Raine:
Tribunal Secretary:
Based upon your judgement:Plaintiff moves to dismiss based upon the following testimony:A lawsuit has been commenced against you in the above-entitled Court by the Plaintiff. Plaintiff's claim is stated in the Complaint served with this Summons. In order to defend against his lawsuit, you must respond to the Complaint by filing an Answer stating your defense in writing and serviving a copy to the Plaintiff's undersigned attorney within 20 days after the service of this Summons, excluding the day of service. If you served outside the state, you will have 60 days after service of this Summons. A default judgment may be entered agent you without notice.Raine, today you saw me at my assholeish worst. I have a tendency to needle people in the way you saw today. When I get into this mode, I get blinders on and the can't stop until I get a metaphorical smack upside the head. Recently I've come to realize it is a really horrible passive-aggressive that I picked up from my father. As I hate passive-aggressive behavior with a passion, I am very ashamed that I let it get the best of me, again, I am really sorry.
I know you weren't being hostile Raine. You have every right to be angry with me. This is a really annoying mode of behavior.
Thank you for your time.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 21:25:01
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 21:25:01
Re: the Shockwave crashes in Chrome super easy to fix! Thanks Google Overlords.
Comment by wickedpam on 04/18/2013 21:28:03
what did you find, cause what I found was that I had to have a independent version on shockwave flash and cancel out Chrome's version
wickedpam on 04/18/2013 21:28:03
Quote by Mondobubba:
Re: the Shockwave crashes in Chrome super easy to fix! Thanks Google Overlords.
what did you find, cause what I found was that I had to have a independent version on shockwave flash and cancel out Chrome's version
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 21:32:47
Raine on 04/18/2013 21:32:47
ONE MORE TIME:
F*ck you New York Post.
F*ck you New York Post.
Today The New York Post ran a story featuring a picture of Barhoun and another man circled in red, but said it was unclear if they were the same as two potential suspects spotted by law enforcement Wednesday.
When he saw the front page story, with the headline "Bag Men," Barhoun said, "It's the worst feeling that I can possibly feel… I'm only 17."
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 21:53:37
Here are instructions I found.
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 21:53:37
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Mondobubba:
Re: the Shockwave crashes in Chrome super easy to fix! Thanks Google Overlords.
what did you find, cause what I found was that I had to have a independent version on shockwave flash and cancel out Chrome's version
Here are instructions I found.
Comment by Will in Chicago on 04/18/2013 21:53:44
Will in Chicago on 04/18/2013 21:53:44
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 21:56:55
Mondobubba on 04/18/2013 21:56:55
So I was going to jump over to find a piece in Salon about how America's worst post 9/11 racist instincts are being flamed by the Marathon bombing. I got side tracked by this. 
File under remakes that don't need to happen. See also "Red Dawn & "Footloose"
File under remakes that don't need to happen. See also "Red Dawn & "Footloose"
Comment by BobR on 04/18/2013 22:15:41
what's next? "Meatballs" and "Mannequin"?
BobR on 04/18/2013 22:15:41
Quote by Mondobubba:
So I was going to jump over to find a piece in Salon about how America's worst post 9/11 racist instincts are being flamed by the Marathon bombing. I got side tracked by this.
what's next? "Meatballs" and "Mannequin"?
Comment by Raine on 04/18/2013 22:32:16
How about this:
Desperately Seeking (the ghost of) Susan
Raine on 04/18/2013 22:32:16
Quote by BobR:Quote by Mondobubba:
So I was going to jump over to find a piece in Salon about how America's worst post 9/11 racist instincts are being flamed by the Marathon bombing. I got side tracked by this.
what's next? "Meatballs" and "Mannequin"?
How about this:
Desperately Seeking (the ghost of) Susan
Comment by Will in Chicago on 04/19/2013 03:42:58
Dorothy Parker was correct, it seems, when she wrote: The only -ism that Hollywood believes in is plagiarism.
Will in Chicago on 04/19/2013 03:42:58
Quote by Raine:Quote by BobR:Quote by Mondobubba:
So I was going to jump over to find a piece in Salon about how America's worst post 9/11 racist instincts are being flamed by the Marathon bombing. I got side tracked by this.
what's next? "Meatballs" and "Mannequin"?
How about this:
Desperately Seeking (the ghost of) Susan
Dorothy Parker was correct, it seems, when she wrote: The only -ism that Hollywood believes in is plagiarism.
Comment by TriSec on 04/19/2013 10:19:50
TriSec on 04/19/2013 10:19:50
TRISEC IS OK.
But this is next town over, in Watertown. Literally across the street from athenahealth; I have many friends that will be directly affected by this today.
It's about 4 miles from here, but right up Main street and abutting the Charles River, both possible escape routes, and Main Street within sight of my front window.
No sign of any police activity at this end.
But this is next town over, in Watertown. Literally across the street from athenahealth; I have many friends that will be directly affected by this today.
It's about 4 miles from here, but right up Main street and abutting the Charles River, both possible escape routes, and Main Street within sight of my front window.
No sign of any police activity at this end.
Comment by TriSec on 04/19/2013 11:12:49
TriSec on 04/19/2013 11:12:49
Reports now of a "man dressed in camouflage with a rifle" about two blocks from the scene.
My first thought wasn't "Suspect", but rather "Idiot Vigilante". This won't do us any good if stupid people get even stupider and get themselves shot.
My first thought wasn't "Suspect", but rather "Idiot Vigilante". This won't do us any good if stupid people get even stupider and get themselves shot.