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Speculators? How about insider Trading?
Author: Raine
Date: 06/30/2008 12:30:19
Iraq Announced the Oil Contracts... And Surprise Surprise... The US advised them on who to give the No-Bid Contracts to.
So much for a sovereign nation. The article is also lying to us. It is not the first time that the Bush administration's involvement has been disclosed. Let's go back in time... Let's revisit Dick's *Energy Task Force*
Bold face mine. Looks like Cheney finally is seeing the end results from his Task Force.
Speculators are the problem with rising energy costs, yes, and the biggest one of all was and still is Dick Cheney. He finally is seeing the fruits of his labors ripen. This is the biggest and most criminal case of insider trading I think we will ever see in our lifetime.
:peace: and
Raine
A group of American advisers led by a small State Department team played an integral part in drawing up contracts between the Iraqi government and five major Western oil companies to develop some of the largest fields in Iraq, American officials say.
The disclosure, coming on the eve of the contracts’ announcement, is the first confirmation of direct involvement by the Bush administration in deals to open Iraq’s oil to commercial development and is likely to stoke criticism.
In their role as advisers to the Iraqi Oil Ministry, American government lawyers and private-sector consultants provided template contracts and detailed suggestions on drafting the contracts, advisers and a senior State Department official said.
...At a time of spiraling oil prices, the no-bid contracts, in a country with some of the world’s largest untapped fields and potential for vast profits, are a rare prize to the industry. The contracts are expected to be awarded Monday to Exxon Mobil, Shell, BP, Total and Chevron, as well as to several smaller oil companies.
So much for a sovereign nation. The article is also lying to us. It is not the first time that the Bush administration's involvement has been disclosed. Let's go back in time... Let's revisit Dick's *Energy Task Force*
On his 10th day as vice president, Dick Cheney established a secret "Energy Task Force," formally known as the National Energy Policy Development Group (NEPDG), for the purpose of making recommendations to President Bush on energy policy. In formulating a new energy strategy for America, the task force met secretly with lobbyists and representatives of the petroleum, coal, nuclear, natural gas, and electricity industries. Many of these individuals work for energy companies which gave large campaign contributions to Bush/Cheney 2000. Environmental groups were mostly excluded from the task force.
Members of Congress demanded Cheney release the names of individuals and corporations who gave information and advice to the task force. But the vice president refused. After pressure from the General Accounting Office (GAO), the independent auditing arm of Congress, Cheney did release limited information about the task force. The GAO issued a report on the information and found several corporations and associations, including Chevron Corp. (now part of ChevronTexaco Corp.) and the National Mining Association, gave detailed energy policy recommendations for the task force.
According to the GAO's report, "senior agency officials" with the Department of Energy met "numerous times" with energy companies to provide advice to Cheney's energy task force. Those companies include Bechtel, Chevron, American Coal Company, Small Refiners Association, the Coal Council, CSX, Kerr-McGee, Nuclear Energy Institute, the National Mining Association, General Motors, the National Petroleum Council, and the energy lobbying firm of Barbour, Griffith & Rogers. In addition, the Secretary of Energy discussed national energy policy with chief executive officers of petroleum, electricity, nuclear, coal, chemical, and natural gas companies, among others. The task force even sought and received advice from the now-disgraced and bankrupt Enron Corporation.
[...]
In July 2003, after two years of legal action through the Freedom of Information Act, Judicial Watch was finally able to obtain some documents from the task force. Those documents include maps of Iraqi and other mideast oilfields, pipelines, refineries and terminals, two charts detailing various Iraqi oil and gas projects, and a March 2001 list of "Foreign Suitors for Iraqi Oilfield Contracts."
In January 2003, The Wall Street Journal reported that representatives from Halliburton, Exxon Mobil Corp., Chevron-Texaco Corp. and Conoco-Phillips, among others, had met with Vice President Cheney's staff to plan the post-war revival of Iraq's oil industry. However, both Cheney and the companies deny the meeting took place.
Speculators are the problem with rising energy costs, yes, and the biggest one of all was and still is Dick Cheney. He finally is seeing the fruits of his labors ripen. This is the biggest and most criminal case of insider trading I think we will ever see in our lifetime.
:peace: and
Raine
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Comment by 
capt on 06/30/2008 12:39:28
capt on 06/30/2008 12:39:28
I'm a hearing me saying Good Morning to you!
Half way through the year! (time fly's when you throw a clock)
Half way through the year! (time fly's when you throw a clock)
Comment by 
TriSec on 06/30/2008 12:48:37
TriSec on 06/30/2008 12:48:37
Well....today is the last June 30, 2008 we'll ever see...
Comment by 
m-hadley on 06/30/2008 12:54:49
m-hadley on 06/30/2008 12:54:49
Mornin' Raine, Capt & TriSec, :coffee:
I'm pooped this morning - I finally decided to tackle my backyard yesterday (I had not mowed it at all this year, so it was a real jungle). I got it cut and trimmed all my trees then I took the boys for a walk and then I think I blew out my knee. I heard an ominous pop sound when I tried to bend it getting up from sitting on my back porch. So today I'm taking Aleve, I put a cold pack on it last night - the frustrating thing that I know I need to do to help relieve the stress on my knees is lose weight
But it is easier said than done. Perhaps I should start eating sushi and let the mercury take care of my weight problem :)
But I'm not sure how wise it is to eat sushi in land-locked Oklahoma???
Frangela all week... :D
Cheers,
mfaye
:hug:
:heart:
I'm pooped this morning - I finally decided to tackle my backyard yesterday (I had not mowed it at all this year, so it was a real jungle). I got it cut and trimmed all my trees then I took the boys for a walk and then I think I blew out my knee. I heard an ominous pop sound when I tried to bend it getting up from sitting on my back porch. So today I'm taking Aleve, I put a cold pack on it last night - the frustrating thing that I know I need to do to help relieve the stress on my knees is lose weight
But it is easier said than done. Perhaps I should start eating sushi and let the mercury take care of my weight problem :)But I'm not sure how wise it is to eat sushi in land-locked Oklahoma???
Frangela all week... :D
Cheers,
mfaye
:hug:
:heart:
Comment by TriSec on 06/30/2008 13:09:14
TriSec on 06/30/2008 13:09:14
Ooooh!
I have my new Franklin Planner for July 2008 - June 2009...looking over the "planning calendar" section, it just gave me a significant amount of pleasure to write "Bush's Last Day" on 01/20/09...
I have my new Franklin Planner for July 2008 - June 2009...looking over the "planning calendar" section, it just gave me a significant amount of pleasure to write "Bush's Last Day" on 01/20/09...
Comment by TriSec on 06/30/2008 13:10:23
TriSec on 06/30/2008 13:10:23
Faye, if you can't drive to the ocean in an hour, that's too far inland for decent seafood...
:peace:
:peace:
Comment by m-hadley on 06/30/2008 13:16:41
Thanks TriSec,
You have confirmed my hunch that catfish ain't seafood :D
Cheers,
mfaye
:heart:
m-hadley on 06/30/2008 13:16:41
Quote by TriSec:
Faye, if you can't drive to the ocean in an hour, that's too far inland for decent seafood...
:peace:
Thanks TriSec,
You have confirmed my hunch that catfish ain't seafood :D
Cheers,
mfaye
:heart:
Comment by 
BobR on 06/30/2008 13:19:24
Hey Tri - you know there are these things these days called "jets" and "airports" that can take seafood pretty far inland pretty quickly... :P
BobR on 06/30/2008 13:19:24
Quote by TriSec:
Faye, if you can't drive to the ocean in an hour, that's too far inland for decent seafood...
:peace:
Hey Tri - you know there are these things these days called "jets" and "airports" that can take seafood pretty far inland pretty quickly... :P
Comment by 
livingonli on 06/30/2008 13:29:34
livingonli on 06/30/2008 13:29:34
Good morning everyone. 
It's tough as it is to get up in the morning but I also have a 10:20 appointment with the Endocrinologist.
It's tough as it is to get up in the morning but I also have a 10:20 appointment with the Endocrinologist.
Comment by 
trojanrabbit on 06/30/2008 13:32:48
trojanrabbit on 06/30/2008 13:32:48
Good morning everyone!
mmmmmmmmmm donuts
Yesterday was the seemingly bi-monthly visit to totally wipe clean Dad's computer and start all over again. Never seems to fail, it gets to the point where it just locks up for no reason and the only way to fix it is to start from scratch. Got it down to a science now, restore - remove all the manufacturer installed garbage (Norton, crippled versions of Office and Quicken - install Dad's apps - install printer. Funny that the thing that takes the longest is to install the printer software.
Got home to 2 very scared kitties, while the sun was out a few miles to the south a nasty thunderstorm must have rumbled over the homestead.
Trying to divide my time between work, liveblog and here. no winners. Can't multitask like that.
mmmmmmmmmm donuts
Yesterday was the seemingly bi-monthly visit to totally wipe clean Dad's computer and start all over again. Never seems to fail, it gets to the point where it just locks up for no reason and the only way to fix it is to start from scratch. Got it down to a science now, restore - remove all the manufacturer installed garbage (Norton, crippled versions of Office and Quicken - install Dad's apps - install printer. Funny that the thing that takes the longest is to install the printer software.
Got home to 2 very scared kitties, while the sun was out a few miles to the south a nasty thunderstorm must have rumbled over the homestead.
Trying to divide my time between work, liveblog and here. no winners. Can't multitask like that.
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 13:35:34
livingonli on 06/30/2008 13:35:34
There was a real big thunderstorm at 3 AM by me last night .
Comment by 
Raine on 06/30/2008 13:38:11
Raine on 06/30/2008 13:38:11
The bloggie has been updated! I hope this is worthy of the 4F blog standards for quality. 
Comment by TriSec on 06/30/2008 13:39:41
TriSec on 06/30/2008 13:39:41
McCain, Graham, and Clark, Oh My!
Republican presidential candidate John McCain met privately Sunday with evangelists Billy and Franklin Graham at the family's mountaintop retreat in North Carolina.
It was McCain's first sit-down with Billy Graham and his son, although McCain and the elder Graham are acquainted.
With 89-year-old Billy Graham in poor health, McCain flew to North Carolina expecting to meet only with Franklin Graham -- president and chief executive of the group his father founded in 1950, the Billy Graham Evangelistic Assn.
McCain, who is courting religious voters and trying to reassure skeptical conservatives, said he had "a very excellent conversation" with the two "great leaders."
Franklin Graham issued a statement after the meeting praising the Arizona senator's "personal faith and his moral clarity."
He said he was not endorsing anyone for president, but was urging "men and women of faith everywhere" to vote and to be involved in the political process.
McCain said last week that he did not consider the meeting with Franklin Graham to be political.
Franklin Graham was among 30 evangelicals with whom Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama met this month in Chicago.
In Washington, retired Army Gen. Wesley K. Clark challenged McCain's claim that he was better prepared than Obama to be president.
Clark said he honored McCain's service as a prisoner during the Vietnam War and respected his role on the Senate Armed Services Committee.
But Clark said McCain had no executive experience, and added that the Navy squadron McCain commanded was not a wartime squadron.
"He hasn't been there and ordered the bombs to fall," Clark said on CBS' "Face the Nation."
When moderator Bob Schieffer noted that Obama hadn't had those experiences, nor had he flown a fighter plane and been shot down, Clark replied: "Well, I don't think riding in a fighter plane and getting shot down is a qualification to be president."
Republican presidential candidate John McCain met privately Sunday with evangelists Billy and Franklin Graham at the family's mountaintop retreat in North Carolina.
It was McCain's first sit-down with Billy Graham and his son, although McCain and the elder Graham are acquainted.
With 89-year-old Billy Graham in poor health, McCain flew to North Carolina expecting to meet only with Franklin Graham -- president and chief executive of the group his father founded in 1950, the Billy Graham Evangelistic Assn.
McCain, who is courting religious voters and trying to reassure skeptical conservatives, said he had "a very excellent conversation" with the two "great leaders."
Franklin Graham issued a statement after the meeting praising the Arizona senator's "personal faith and his moral clarity."
He said he was not endorsing anyone for president, but was urging "men and women of faith everywhere" to vote and to be involved in the political process.
McCain said last week that he did not consider the meeting with Franklin Graham to be political.
Franklin Graham was among 30 evangelicals with whom Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama met this month in Chicago.
In Washington, retired Army Gen. Wesley K. Clark challenged McCain's claim that he was better prepared than Obama to be president.
Clark said he honored McCain's service as a prisoner during the Vietnam War and respected his role on the Senate Armed Services Committee.
But Clark said McCain had no executive experience, and added that the Navy squadron McCain commanded was not a wartime squadron.
"He hasn't been there and ordered the bombs to fall," Clark said on CBS' "Face the Nation."
When moderator Bob Schieffer noted that Obama hadn't had those experiences, nor had he flown a fighter plane and been shot down, Clark replied: "Well, I don't think riding in a fighter plane and getting shot down is a qualification to be president."
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 13:39:50
livingonli on 06/30/2008 13:39:50
When will Dick Cheney be frog marched? Hopefully before he flees to Dubai after he leaves office.
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 13:41:22
You done good buckaroo.
livingonli on 06/30/2008 13:41:22
Quote by Raine:
The bloggie has been updated! I hope this is worthy of the 4F blog standards for quality.
You done good buckaroo.
Comment by BobR on 06/30/2008 13:47:52
BobR on 06/30/2008 13:47:52
morning folks... :coffee:
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 13:50:12
It's is about time a mainstream poltico actually said this. I have been wondering myself how his being shot down gives him the experience.
This is not trashing his service, however, I am thinking more and more that it is McCain that is taking advantage of his own service for political gains.
He had been shot down on more than one occasion, hasn't he? How many planes did he actually lose?
Raine on 06/30/2008 13:50:12
Quote by TriSec:
McCain, Graham, and Clark, Oh My!
This is not trashing his service, however, I am thinking more and more that it is McCain that is taking advantage of his own service for political gains.
He had been shot down on more than one occasion, hasn't he? How many planes did he actually lose?
Comment by m-hadley on 06/30/2008 13:51:56
Excellent work, Raine,
You did good, no, great... very timely topic, excellent coverage. :clap:
Cheers,
mfaye
:peace:
m-hadley on 06/30/2008 13:51:56
Quote by Raine:
The bloggie has been updated! I hope this is worthy of the 4F blog standards for quality.
Excellent work, Raine,
You did good, no, great... very timely topic, excellent coverage. :clap:
Cheers,
mfaye
:peace:
Comment by 
Shane-O on 06/30/2008 13:52:15
Uh-oh. I hope those standards don't also apply to silly comments, otherwise I should 
:p
Shane-O on 06/30/2008 13:52:15
Quote by Raine:
The bloggie has been updated! I hope this is worthy of the 4F blog standards for quality.
:p
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 13:54:46
Silly comments are a requirement!
Raine on 06/30/2008 13:54:46
Quote by Shane-O:Uh-oh. I hope those standards don't also apply to silly comments, otherwise I shouldQuote by Raine:
The bloggie has been updated! I hope this is worthy of the 4F blog standards for quality.
:p
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 13:55:47
Raine on 06/30/2008 13:55:47
Thanks you Angela... I agree, I want my president to be smarter and better than me. I don't wanna have a beer with the president.
Comment by BobR on 06/30/2008 13:57:48
BobR on 06/30/2008 13:57:48
Re: Today's blog entry...
Comment by Shane-O on 06/30/2008 13:58:56
Shane-O on 06/30/2008 13:58:56
I wonder if Frangela having to dump a caller messed up their timing for the hard break at :57...
Comment by Shane-O on 06/30/2008 14:00:41
Shane-O on 06/30/2008 14:00:41
So true on the insider trading - and worse in that in most 10b-5 cases, people only lose their $$ - not thousands losing their lives.
Comment by TriSec on 06/30/2008 14:01:33
TriSec on 06/30/2008 14:01:33
I believe Mr. McCain was shot down only the one time. However, he had a track record with his A-1 Skyraider...as noted in the Wiki:
"Graduating from flight school in 1960, he became a naval pilot of ground-attack aircraft. McCain was then stationed in A-1 Skyraider squadrons, on the aircraft carriers USS Intrepid and USS Enterprise, in the Caribbean Sea and Mediterranean Sea. The planes he was flying crashed twice and once collided with power lines, but he received no major injuries."
However, he was very nearly killed aboard the USS Forrestal in 1967...his Skyhawk may or may not have been hit by an errant missile that started the fire...
BTW, neither the A-1 Skyraider or A-4 Skyhawk is a fighter jet. They're ground-attack aircraft. The A-4 may have that "fighter" name attached to it because it was the mount of the USN Blue Angels through most of the 1970s.
"Graduating from flight school in 1960, he became a naval pilot of ground-attack aircraft. McCain was then stationed in A-1 Skyraider squadrons, on the aircraft carriers USS Intrepid and USS Enterprise, in the Caribbean Sea and Mediterranean Sea. The planes he was flying crashed twice and once collided with power lines, but he received no major injuries."
However, he was very nearly killed aboard the USS Forrestal in 1967...his Skyhawk may or may not have been hit by an errant missile that started the fire...
BTW, neither the A-1 Skyraider or A-4 Skyhawk is a fighter jet. They're ground-attack aircraft. The A-4 may have that "fighter" name attached to it because it was the mount of the USN Blue Angels through most of the 1970s.
Comment by BobR on 06/30/2008 14:13:46
A vintage bordeaux perhaps, but not a beer....
OMG - ELIIIITISSSTT!!! :sprint:
BobR on 06/30/2008 14:13:46
Quote by Raine:
Thanks you Angela... I agree, I want my president to be smarter and better than me. I don't wanna have a beer with the president.
A vintage bordeaux perhaps, but not a beer....
OMG - ELIIIITISSSTT!!! :sprint:
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 14:13:56
livingonli on 06/30/2008 14:13:56
OK, off to the endocrinologist I go. This weekend my numbers were a little better so let's see what happens.
Comment by BobR on 06/30/2008 14:15:25
so essentially, McCain was one of the guys dropping napalm on the villagers...
BobR on 06/30/2008 14:15:25
Quote by TriSec:
I believe Mr. McCain was shot down only the one time. However, he had a track record with his A-1 Skyraider...as noted in the Wiki:
"Graduating from flight school in 1960, he became a naval pilot of ground-attack aircraft. McCain was then stationed in A-1 Skyraider squadrons, on the aircraft carriers USS Intrepid and USS Enterprise, in the Caribbean Sea and Mediterranean Sea. The planes he was flying crashed twice and once collided with power lines, but he received no major injuries."
However, he was very nearly killed aboard the USS Forrestal in 1967...his Skyhawk may or may not have been hit by an errant missile that started the fire...
BTW, neither the A-1 Skyraider or A-4 Skyhawk is a fighter jet. They're ground-attack aircraft. The A-4 may have that "fighter" name attached to it because it was the mount of the USN Blue Angels through most of the 1970s.
so essentially, McCain was one of the guys dropping napalm on the villagers...
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 14:15:57
2 other VERY interesting Articles relating to this; While they were announced, they haven't been signed:
Hmm... they want a share of the iol ... what a shock...
And there is this, Sure to make OPEC REALLY thrilled...
Raine on 06/30/2008 14:15:57
Quote by m-hadley:Quote by Raine:
The bloggie has been updated! I hope this is worthy of the 4F blog standards for quality.
Excellent work, Raine,
You did good, no, great... very timely topic, excellent coverage. :clap:
Cheers,
mfaye
:peace:
2 other VERY interesting Articles relating to this; While they were announced, they haven't been signed:
Iraq is negotiating with Shell, BP, ExxonMobil, Chevron and Total, and a consortium of other smaller oil companies, Oil Minister Hussein al-Shahristani said at press briefing.
"We did not finalise any agreement with them because they refused to offer consultancy based on fees, as they wanted a share of the oil," he said.
Hmm... they want a share of the iol ... what a shock...
And there is this, Sure to make OPEC REALLY thrilled...
By allowing international firms to help raise output at its major oil fields, the Iraqi government is breaking with the policy of major oil-producing neighbors such as Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates whose national firms keep tight control of foreign investment in their oil sectors.
[...]
But many Iraqis still bear a grudge after British, American and French oil companies controlled their oil industry for half a century through the Iraq Petroleum Co (IPC).
It was an era when Western majors working in the Middle East used oil output and prices as an economic and political tool, analysts said.
From the time it struck oil at the huge Kirkuk field in 1927 until nationalism forced it out in 1972, IPC -- made up of BP, Exxon, Mobil, Shell, CFP (Total) and Partex - ruled the roost.
That did not sit well with Baghdad, which resented IPC's control over its revenues.
Oil is Iraq's main source of income, and boosting output is key to earning the cash the country needs for reconstruction.
Iraq's cabinet agreed a draft oil law in February last year, but it has failed to get through parliament.
In the absence of the law, Baghdad has moved ahead with the contracts, saying this is in line with an old oil law in existence before the invasion that toppled Saddam.
Comment by BobR on 06/30/2008 14:38:49
BobR on 06/30/2008 14:38:49
Looks like the Monday-Morning-Back-to-Work has struck more than just me...
:kickcan:
:kickcan:
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 14:41:33
Raine on 06/30/2008 14:41:33
Uh... lawnmowers go WAY faster than 5 miles per hour.
Especially Craftsmaen mowers...
Especially Craftsmaen mowers...
Comment by m-hadley on 06/30/2008 14:42:27
m-hadley on 06/30/2008 14:42:27
Attention ALL 4Fers,
I have a request - could somebody please take over the Blog Post for this coming Sunday, July 6th? I will be on the road on Sunday after spending the weekend with my family and I'm sure that although I may have quite a bit to say after spending a weekend in rural Indiana, I don't see how I can find the time to post it by Sunday morning. Please let me know - I'll owe you one (at least a beverage at our next meet-up :D). Thanks mucho.
Cheers,
mfaye
:heart: :hug:
I have a request - could somebody please take over the Blog Post for this coming Sunday, July 6th? I will be on the road on Sunday after spending the weekend with my family and I'm sure that although I may have quite a bit to say after spending a weekend in rural Indiana, I don't see how I can find the time to post it by Sunday morning. Please let me know - I'll owe you one (at least a beverage at our next meet-up :D). Thanks mucho.
Cheers,
mfaye
:heart: :hug:
Comment by trojanrabbit on 06/30/2008 14:45:20
My dad told me his new Cub Cadet mower has cruise control.
Huh? Of course the last time I needed to use a mower was just before I moved out 25 years ago.
trojanrabbit on 06/30/2008 14:45:20
Quote by Raine:
Uh... lawnmowers go WAY faster than 5 miles per hour.
Especially Craftsmaen mowers...
My dad told me his new Cub Cadet mower has cruise control.
Huh? Of course the last time I needed to use a mower was just before I moved out 25 years ago.
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 14:45:56
Well there you go.
And he is saying that his war experience gives him Commander in Chief experience?
Sorry. GHW Bush flew fighter planes. HE has combat experience.
Raine on 06/30/2008 14:45:56
Quote by BobR:Quote by TriSec:
I believe Mr. McCain was shot down only the one time. However, he had a track record with his A-1 Skyraider...as noted in the Wiki:
"Graduating from flight school in 1960, he became a naval pilot of ground-attack aircraft. McCain was then stationed in A-1 Skyraider squadrons, on the aircraft carriers USS Intrepid and USS Enterprise, in the Caribbean Sea and Mediterranean Sea. The planes he was flying crashed twice and once collided with power lines, but he received no major injuries."
However, he was very nearly killed aboard the USS Forrestal in 1967...his Skyhawk may or may not have been hit by an errant missile that started the fire...
BTW, neither the A-1 Skyraider or A-4 Skyhawk is a fighter jet. They're ground-attack aircraft. The A-4 may have that "fighter" name attached to it because it was the mount of the USN Blue Angels through most of the 1970s.
so essentially, McCain was one of the guys dropping napalm on the villagers...
And he is saying that his war experience gives him Commander in Chief experience?
Sorry. GHW Bush flew fighter planes. HE has combat experience.
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 14:47:30
I will cover you, Faye unless we have someone else who wants to step in! Not a problem.
Raine on 06/30/2008 14:47:30
Quote by m-hadley:
Attention ALL 4Fers,
I have a request - could somebody please take over the Blog Post for this coming Sunday, July 6th? I will be on the road on Sunday after spending the weekend with my family and I'm sure that although I may have quite a bit to say after spending a weekend in rural Indiana, I don't see how I can find the time to post it by Sunday morning. Please let me know - I'll owe you one (at least a beverage at our next meet-up :D). Thanks mucho.
Cheers,
mfaye
:heart: :hug:
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 14:48:56
Oh man, the new mowers are just AWESOME...
The only down side is that the ride is MUCH smoother than it used to be...
Raine on 06/30/2008 14:48:56
Quote by trojanrabbit:Quote by Raine:
Uh... lawnmowers go WAY faster than 5 miles per hour.
Especially Craftsmaen mowers...
My dad told me his new Cub Cadet mower has cruise control.
Huh? Of course the last time I needed to use a mower was just before I moved out 25 years ago.
The only down side is that the ride is MUCH smoother than it used to be...
Comment by 
Scoopster on 06/30/2008 14:49:46
Morning all It's more than just Monday here.. it's end of month and end of fiscal year! :sprint:
Scoopster on 06/30/2008 14:49:46
Quote by BobR:
Looks like the Monday-Morning-Back-to-Work has struck more than just me...
:kickcan:
Morning all
It's more than just Monday here.. it's end of month and end of fiscal year! :sprint:
Comment by trojanrabbit on 06/30/2008 14:56:35
That and they seem to have an enormous appetite for gas.
Now, back in the day I used to do that lawn with an 18" Craftsman push mower made of cast iron, took most of the day. Thing probably put out 2HP tops. Dad says the new one has a 23HP engine.
Of course, he's 82 so I don't expect him to be pushing anything around.
trojanrabbit on 06/30/2008 14:56:35
Quote by Raine:Oh man, the new mowers are just AWESOME...Quote by trojanrabbit:Quote by Raine:
Uh... lawnmowers go WAY faster than 5 miles per hour.
Especially Craftsmaen mowers...
My dad told me his new Cub Cadet mower has cruise control.
Huh? Of course the last time I needed to use a mower was just before I moved out 25 years ago.
The only down side is that the ride is MUCH smoother than it used to be...
That and they seem to have an enormous appetite for gas.
Now, back in the day I used to do that lawn with an 18" Craftsman push mower made of cast iron, took most of the day. Thing probably put out 2HP tops. Dad says the new one has a 23HP engine.
Of course, he's 82 so I don't expect him to be pushing anything around.
Comment by m-hadley on 06/30/2008 15:01:04
Thanks Raine,
Can I pick up Monday, July 7th for you? I owe you a bottle of Vanilla Vitamin V :P
Thanks again.
Cheers,
mfaye
:hug:
m-hadley on 06/30/2008 15:01:04
Quote by Raine:I will cover you, Faye unless we have someone else who wants to step in! Not a problem.Quote by m-hadley:
Attention ALL 4Fers,
I have a request - could somebody please take over the Blog Post for this coming Sunday, July 6th? I will be on the road on Sunday after spending the weekend with my family and I'm sure that although I may have quite a bit to say after spending a weekend in rural Indiana, I don't see how I can find the time to post it by Sunday morning. Please let me know - I'll owe you one (at least a beverage at our next meet-up :D). Thanks mucho.
Cheers,
mfaye
:heart: :hug:
Thanks Raine,
Can I pick up Monday, July 7th for you? I owe you a bottle of Vanilla Vitamin V :P
Thanks again.
Cheers,
mfaye
:hug:
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 15:01:29
capt on 06/30/2008 15:01:29
I knew a guy that was arrested for drunk driving a lawn mower.
He knew he was too wasted to drive to the corner to get cigs so he thought he could drive his lawn mower with impunity.
He really wasn't such an idiot but he was WAY too wasted.
He knew he was too wasted to drive to the corner to get cigs so he thought he could drive his lawn mower with impunity.
He really wasn't such an idiot but he was WAY too wasted.
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 15:03:54
Sure. but you dunno owe me anything...
Raine on 06/30/2008 15:03:54
Quote by m-hadley:Quote by Raine:I will cover you, Faye unless we have someone else who wants to step in! Not a problem.Quote by m-hadley:
Attention ALL 4Fers,
I have a request - could somebody please take over the Blog Post for this coming Sunday, July 6th? I will be on the road on Sunday after spending the weekend with my family and I'm sure that although I may have quite a bit to say after spending a weekend in rural Indiana, I don't see how I can find the time to post it by Sunday morning. Please let me know - I'll owe you one (at least a beverage at our next meet-up :D). Thanks mucho.
Cheers,
mfaye
:heart: :hug:
Thanks Raine,
Can I pick up Monday, July 7th for you? I owe you a bottle of Vanilla Vitamin V :P
Thanks again.
Cheers,
mfaye
:hug:
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 15:04:55
When I lived in NY, upstate of course, it was a common saturday afternoon thing to see.
Raine on 06/30/2008 15:04:55
Quote by capt:
I knew a guy that was arrested for drunk driving a lawn mower.
He knew he was too wasted to drive to the corner to get cigs so he thought he could drive his lawn mower with impunity.
He really wasn't such an idiot but he was WAY too wasted.
When I lived in NY, upstate of course, it was a common saturday afternoon thing to see.
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 15:07:28
HE earned the cruise control!
I want this Rider mower:
Raine on 06/30/2008 15:07:28
Quote by trojanrabbit:Quote by Raine:Oh man, the new mowers are just AWESOME...Quote by trojanrabbit:Quote by Raine:
Uh... lawnmowers go WAY faster than 5 miles per hour.
Especially Craftsmaen mowers...
My dad told me his new Cub Cadet mower has cruise control.
Huh? Of course the last time I needed to use a mower was just before I moved out 25 years ago.
The only down side is that the ride is MUCH smoother than it used to be...
That and they seem to have an enormous appetite for gas.
Now, back in the day I used to do that lawn with an 18" Craftsman push mower made of cast iron, took most of the day. Thing probably put out 2HP tops. Dad says the new one has a 23HP engine.
Of course, he's 82 so I don't expect him to be pushing anything around.
I want this Rider mower:
Comment by Will in Chicago on 06/30/2008 15:11:25
Will in Chicago on 06/30/2008 15:11:25
Good morning, bloggers!!!
I hope that everyone is doing well. Great blog entry, Raine!!
I am okay, but I am on hold waiting to find out if some teacher test scores I requested were sent out. It has been two weeks, so I should have received it already. (I just want ot make sure that it was sent out at least.)
Also, some woes with the browser last night that kept me up late working on the Daily Headlines.
I hope that everyone is doing well. Great blog entry, Raine!!
I am okay, but I am on hold waiting to find out if some teacher test scores I requested were sent out. It has been two weeks, so I should have received it already. (I just want ot make sure that it was sent out at least.)
Also, some woes with the browser last night that kept me up late working on the Daily Headlines.
Comment by TriSec on 06/30/2008 15:12:50
Actually, Bush 41 flew the TBM Avenger....which was a torpedo bomber. (the same plane of Flight 19/Bermuda Triangle fame)
I read "The Flyboys". Papa Bush narrowly missed being captured and tortured to death by the Japanese...other members of his squadron weren't so lucky. I'm still willing to cut Mr. McCain some slack over his military experience. That's certainly worth something; at least he served and suffered for the USA, which is more than I can say for the current resident. (Drunk...AWOL...)
TriSec on 06/30/2008 15:12:50
Quote by Raine:Well there you go.
so essentially, McCain was one of the guys dropping napalm on the villagers...
And he is saying that his war experience gives him Commander in Chief experience?
Sorry. GHW Bush flew fighter planes. HE has combat experience.
Actually, Bush 41 flew the TBM Avenger....which was a torpedo bomber. (the same plane of Flight 19/Bermuda Triangle fame)
I read "The Flyboys". Papa Bush narrowly missed being captured and tortured to death by the Japanese...other members of his squadron weren't so lucky. I'm still willing to cut Mr. McCain some slack over his military experience. That's certainly worth something; at least he served and suffered for the USA, which is more than I can say for the current resident. (Drunk...AWOL...)
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 15:13:22
Raine on 06/30/2008 15:13:22
Paying Taxes on Property is hard when you have so much land. Here is a tour of the McCain homes:
Comment by TriSec on 06/30/2008 15:20:16
TriSec on 06/30/2008 15:20:16
Curiously enough, the current George Bush actually did fly fighter jets.
Only he flew a 1950s vintage Delta Dart (F-106) in National Guard service. Wasn't going to see a lot of combat there...
Only he flew a 1950s vintage Delta Dart (F-106) in National Guard service. Wasn't going to see a lot of combat there...
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 15:21:36
livingonli on 06/30/2008 15:21:36
I am back. So, my next call is going to be for a nutritionist as soon as I find one who is covered under my company's insurance.
Why is everything I like bad for me?
Why is everything I like bad for me?
Comment by Will in Chicago on 06/30/2008 15:21:38
Will in Chicago on 06/30/2008 15:21:38
Obama is giving another major speech today, according to the Associated Press:
Obama giving patriotism speech in Independence, Missouri
I hope that Obama makes reference to the following sayings.
First from Samuel Johnson:
And of course the followup a long time later by American writer Ambrose Bierce:
Did anyone get several minutes of Momma and the Mooks from a recent show, or was it just WCPT AM 820 in Chicago.
Obama giving patriotism speech in Independence, Missouri
I hope that Obama makes reference to the following sayings.
First from Samuel Johnson:
Patriotism is the last refuge of a scoundrel.
And of course the followup a long time later by American writer Ambrose Bierce:
“In Dr. Johnson’s famous dictionary patriotism is defined as the last resort of a scoundrel. With all due respect to an enlightened but inferior lexicographer, I beg to submit that it is the first.”—Ambrose Bierce, The Devil’s Dictionary
Did anyone get several minutes of Momma and the Mooks from a recent show, or was it just WCPT AM 820 in Chicago.
Comment by TriSec on 06/30/2008 15:22:54
TriSec on 06/30/2008 15:22:54
The last president with relevant *command* experience, which is an entirely different beast from combat experience, might be Eisenhower....
Comment by trojanrabbit on 06/30/2008 15:24:59
trojanrabbit on 06/30/2008 15:24:59
Will, my understanding was that in addtion to Frangela there were going to be "Best-of" pieces played during the shows this week.
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 15:29:56
Liking the bad stuff is a form of self-abuse.
I abuse myself often . . .
capt on 06/30/2008 15:29:56
Quote by livingonli:
I am back. So, my next call is going to be for a nutritionist as soon as I find one who is covered under my company's insurance.
Why is everything I like bad for me?
Liking the bad stuff is a form of self-abuse.
I abuse myself often . . .
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 15:30:02
livingonli on 06/30/2008 15:30:02
BTW, for everyone, Marc Maron is filling in for Thom Hartmann Today and Wednesday. I guess that's factoring his return from Denmark since he doesn't seem to take a vacation.
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 15:32:13
Um, JFK commanded a PT boat?
Although that might be considered combat experience. . .
capt on 06/30/2008 15:32:13
Quote by TriSec:
The last president with relevant *command* experience, which is an entirely different beast from combat experience, might be Eisenhower....
Um, JFK commanded a PT boat?
Although that might be considered combat experience. . .
Comment by m-hadley on 06/30/2008 15:34:15
From the Late Show with David Letterman: (who apparently is falling on hard times and as a fellow Hoosier I just wanted to pass this along as a possible Monday-morning chuckle )
Top Ten Surprising Facts About Cindy McCain
10. Keeps slim by wrasslin' gators
9. Spends half her day reminding John to take his pills
8. She designs and builds custom made choppers
7. Once at Bloomingdale's, got into a fistfight with Hillary over a pantsuit
6. Each time Tiger Woods winced in pain, she muttered, "Suck it up, princess"
5. Other men she finds sexy: John Adams, Beethoven, Regis
4. Wrote hit song "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun" while visiting family (sorry -- that's surprising facts about Cyndi Lauper)
3. Ringtone: (Shake Your) Moneymaker
2. Can dead-lift a full keg of beer
1. After guesting on "The View," claims Barbara Walters hit on her
Cheers,
mfaye
:peace:
m-hadley on 06/30/2008 15:34:15
From the Late Show with David Letterman: (who apparently is falling on hard times and as a fellow Hoosier I just wanted to pass this along as a possible Monday-morning chuckle
)Top Ten Surprising Facts About Cindy McCain
10. Keeps slim by wrasslin' gators
9. Spends half her day reminding John to take his pills
8. She designs and builds custom made choppers
7. Once at Bloomingdale's, got into a fistfight with Hillary over a pantsuit
6. Each time Tiger Woods winced in pain, she muttered, "Suck it up, princess"
5. Other men she finds sexy: John Adams, Beethoven, Regis
4. Wrote hit song "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun" while visiting family (sorry -- that's surprising facts about Cyndi Lauper)
3. Ringtone: (Shake Your) Moneymaker
2. Can dead-lift a full keg of beer
1. After guesting on "The View," claims Barbara Walters hit on her
Cheers,
mfaye
:peace:
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 15:35:08
livingonli on 06/30/2008 15:35:08
Comment by Will in Chicago on 06/30/2008 15:36:49
Thanks.
Here is a story that I found from the McClatchy Newspapers:
Lack of money hobbling 'Republican attack machine'
It looks like the GOP and their allies are having hard times raising funds.... could it be that most people see their policies as utter and complete failures?
Will in Chicago on 06/30/2008 15:36:49
Quote by trojanrabbit:
Will, my understanding was that in addtion to Frangela there were going to be "Best-of" pieces played during the shows this week.
Thanks.
Here is a story that I found from the McClatchy Newspapers:
Lack of money hobbling 'Republican attack machine'
It looks like the GOP and their allies are having hard times raising funds.... could it be that most people see their policies as utter and complete failures?
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 15:37:19
capt on 06/30/2008 15:37:19
"Keeps slim by wrasslin' gators"
The gators take one look at those "V" eyes and they run like hell!
The gators take one look at those "V" eyes and they run like hell!
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 15:43:18
Clark Howard is great. There are rumours that he may be running for Mayor down here in that Atl.
I doubt it will happen, but damn, I bet he could fix a lot of financial issues we are having right now.
Raine on 06/30/2008 15:43:18
Quote by capt:
For money and consumer issues:
http://clarkhoward.com/
I doubt it will happen, but damn, I bet he could fix a lot of financial issues we are having right now.
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 15:46:05
livingonli on 06/30/2008 15:46:05
Now Roseanne is pitching time shares. What happened to her career? Will she be on Infomercials next?
Comment by TriSec on 06/30/2008 15:46:59
Not only that, I saw this in the Globe yesterday. Apparently, some professional GOP fundraising companies are skimming way too much off the top.
Firm gets big cut of campaign donations
TriSec on 06/30/2008 15:46:59
Quote by will in chicago:
Here is a story that I found from the McClatchy Newspapers:
Lack of money hobbling 'Republican attack machine'
It looks like the GOP and their allies are having hard times raising funds.... could it be that most people see their policies as utter and complete failures?
Not only that, I saw this in the Globe yesterday. Apparently, some professional GOP fundraising companies are skimming way too much off the top.
Firm gets big cut of campaign donations
Comment by m-hadley on 06/30/2008 15:48:26
Livin & Capt,
I can completely relate to your struggles - I've know for years that I need to lose about 30 lbs and did manage to lose about that much weight about 4 years ago on the South Beach Diet, but I just couldn't stick to a diet of chicken breasts and romaine lettuce forever, so now the weight is back on and I am once again trying to lose the pounds, but it is HARD 
Cheers,
mfaye
:hug:
m-hadley on 06/30/2008 15:48:26
Quote by capt:Quote by livingonli:
I am back. So, my next call is going to be for a nutritionist as soon as I find one who is covered under my company's insurance.
Why is everything I like bad for me?
Liking the bad stuff is a form of self-abuse.
I abuse myself often . . .
Livin & Capt,
I can completely relate to your struggles - I've know for years that I need to lose about 30 lbs and did manage to lose about that much weight about 4 years ago on the South Beach Diet, but I just couldn't stick to a diet of chicken breasts and romaine lettuce forever, so now the weight is back on and I am once again trying to lose the pounds, but it is HARD
Cheers,
mfaye
:hug:
Comment by BobR on 06/30/2008 15:50:19
For someone that was captured and supposedly tortured, he sure doesn't seem to care about current soldiers...
BobR on 06/30/2008 15:50:19
Quote by TriSec:
Actually, Bush 41 flew the TBM Avenger....which was a torpedo bomber. (the same plane of Flight 19/Bermuda Triangle fame)
I read "The Flyboys". Papa Bush narrowly missed being captured and tortured to death by the Japanese...other members of his squadron weren't so lucky. I'm still willing to cut Mr. McCain some slack over his military experience. That's certainly worth something; at least he served and suffered for the USA, which is more than I can say for the current resident. (Drunk...AWOL...)
For someone that was captured and supposedly tortured, he sure doesn't seem to care about current soldiers...
Comment by m-hadley on 06/30/2008 15:50:22
Livin,
She lost me when she started posting some racist sh*t about Obama on her blog...
I used to like her - oh well...
Cheers,
mfaye
:heart:
m-hadley on 06/30/2008 15:50:22
Quote by livingonli:
Now Roseanne is pitching time shares. What happened to her career? Will she be on Infomercials next?
Livin,
She lost me when she started posting some racist sh*t about Obama on her blog...
I used to like her - oh well...
Cheers,
mfaye
:heart:
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 15:56:16
Raine on 06/30/2008 15:56:16
I was going to call Frangela today about Mr. McCain's failure to pay taxes, I decided not to, figuring someone else would have mentioned it.
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 15:56:57
Call me crazy but . . .
My better half dropped 50 and has kept it off using the Suzanne Summers diet (I think it is "eat cheat and . . . .")
It is a pretty good diet as it allows you to cheat. The diet is about timing your meals more than just changing them.
We do mostly skinless boneless chicken and green leafy veggies but one day a week we cheat.
capt on 06/30/2008 15:56:57
Quote by m-hadley:Quote by capt:Quote by livingonli:
I am back. So, my next call is going to be for a nutritionist as soon as I find one who is covered under my company's insurance.
Why is everything I like bad for me?
Liking the bad stuff is a form of self-abuse.
I abuse myself often . . .
Livin & Capt,
I can completely relate to your struggles - I've know for years that I need to lose about 30 lbs and did manage to lose about that much weight about 4 years ago on the South Beach Diet, but I just couldn't stick to a diet of chicken breasts and romaine lettuce forever, so now the weight is back on and I am once again trying to lose the pounds, but it is HARD
Cheers,
mfaye
:hug:
Call me crazy but . . .
My better half dropped 50 and has kept it off using the Suzanne Summers diet (I think it is "eat cheat and . . . .")
It is a pretty good diet as it allows you to cheat. The diet is about timing your meals more than just changing them.
We do mostly skinless boneless chicken and green leafy veggies but one day a week we cheat.
Comment by BobR on 06/30/2008 15:57:26
This might help a little...
BobR on 06/30/2008 15:57:26
Quote by livingonli:
I am back. So, my next call is going to be for a nutritionist as soon as I find one who is covered under my company's insurance.
Why is everything I like bad for me?
This might help a little...
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 15:58:19
She became a shill for Shillary. For someone who seemed very progressive, that was a big step back. And she was being considered for the 3-6 trial slot on Air America after they canned Randi.
livingonli on 06/30/2008 15:58:19
Quote by m-hadley:Quote by livingonli:
Now Roseanne is pitching time shares. What happened to her career? Will she be on Infomercials next?
Livin,
She lost me when she started posting some racist sh*t about Obama on her blog...
I used to like her - oh well...
Cheers,
mfaye
:heart:
She became a shill for Shillary. For someone who seemed very progressive, that was a big step back. And she was being considered for the 3-6 trial slot on Air America after they canned Randi.
Comment by BobR on 06/30/2008 15:59:40
I have a copy of The Devil's Dictionary on my shelf. I love it!!
BobR on 06/30/2008 15:59:40
Quote by will in chicago:“In Dr. Johnson’s famous dictionary patriotism is defined as the last resort of a scoundrel. With all due respect to an enlightened but inferior lexicographer, I beg to submit that it is the first.”—Ambrose Bierce, The Devil’s Dictionary
I have a copy of The Devil's Dictionary on my shelf. I love it!!
Comment by BobR on 06/30/2008 16:00:47
He'd make the city freeze it's credit cards in ice, and he'd go with a "cash and carry" plan... :P
BobR on 06/30/2008 16:00:47
Quote by Raine:
Clark Howard is great. There are rumours that he may be running for Mayor down here in that Atl.
I doubt it will happen, but damn, I bet he could fix a lot of financial issues we are having right now.
He'd make the city freeze it's credit cards in ice, and he'd go with a "cash and carry" plan... :P
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 16:03:37
Also online at quotationspage.com - paper and ink - bound books are so 20th century . . .
capt on 06/30/2008 16:03:37
Quote by BobR:Quote by will in chicago:“In Dr. Johnson’s famous dictionary patriotism is defined as the last resort of a scoundrel. With all due respect to an enlightened but inferior lexicographer, I beg to submit that it is the first.”—Ambrose Bierce, The Devil’s Dictionary
I have a copy of The Devil's Dictionary on my shelf. I love it!!
Also online at quotationspage.com - paper and ink - bound books are so 20th century . . .
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 16:05:04
The DLC is the old guard dying on the vine.
I no longer think the DLC is worth a darn.
capt on 06/30/2008 16:05:04
Quote by Raine:
Obama snubs DLC.
The DLC is the old guard dying on the vine.
I no longer think the DLC is worth a darn.
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 16:10:47
Good riddance to bad rubbish. Hopefully, they join the Republicans in political oblivion.
livingonli on 06/30/2008 16:10:47
Quote by Raine:
Obama snubs DLC.
Good riddance to bad rubbish. Hopefully, they join the Republicans in political oblivion.
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 16:11:48
Raine on 06/30/2008 16:11:48
I am liking what Marc is riffing on!
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 16:11:52
livingonli on 06/30/2008 16:11:52
Only 194 posts on the SMS Live Blog today.
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 16:14:57
livingonli on 06/30/2008 16:14:57
Maron on McCain: I believe he's nuts.
Comment by Will in Chicago on 06/30/2008 16:16:35
Will in Chicago on 06/30/2008 16:16:35
Here is a link to a story on the vandalism of some 60 cars in Orlando, which were spray painted with some anti-Obama and racist statements. The video is from AP via Raw Story.
VIDEO - Anti-Obama vandalism attack in Orlando
I love Marc's opening today. Someone needs to get him AND Sam Seder on the air.
VIDEO - Anti-Obama vandalism attack in Orlando
I love Marc's opening today. Someone needs to get him AND Sam Seder on the air.
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 16:19:07
Is that on the 960 link - I just fired it up
capt on 06/30/2008 16:19:07
Quote by livingonli:
Maron on McCain: I believe he's nuts.
Is that on the 960 link - I just fired it up
Comment by BobR on 06/30/2008 16:19:09
I spent the majority of my life in the 20th century...
BobR on 06/30/2008 16:19:09
Quote by capt:
Also online at quotationspage.com - paper and ink - bound books are so 20th century . . .
I spent the majority of my life in the 20th century...
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 16:20:43
I'm listening on Nova M, but any station carrying Hartmann should be carrying Maron.
livingonli on 06/30/2008 16:20:43
Quote by capt:Quote by livingonli:
Maron on McCain: I believe he's nuts.
Is that on the 960 link - I just fired it up
I'm listening on Nova M, but any station carrying Hartmann should be carrying Maron.
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 16:21:06
Um, so did McCain and he is REALLY REALLY OLD!!! Do you sport an onion on the belt?
capt on 06/30/2008 16:21:06
Quote by BobR:Quote by capt:
Also online at quotationspage.com - paper and ink - bound books are so 20th century . . .
I spent the majority of my life in the 20th century...
Um, so did McCain and he is REALLY REALLY OLD!!! Do you sport an onion on the belt?
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 16:21:22
Raine on 06/30/2008 16:21:22
I have not posted a Red State Update in a while... Jackie's Blood-aberlin'...
Comment by BobR on 06/30/2008 16:27:22
Hey - it was the style at the time!
... later came the mullets and the poofy pants and the asymetrical shirts...
BobR on 06/30/2008 16:27:22
Quote by capt:
Um, so did McCain and he is REALLY REALLY OLD!!! Do you sport an onion on the belt?
Hey - it was the style at the time!
... later came the mullets and the poofy pants and the asymetrical shirts...
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 16:27:35
I have nickles with pictures of bumblebees on them.
livingonli on 06/30/2008 16:27:35
Quote by capt:Quote by BobR:Quote by capt:
Also online at quotationspage.com - paper and ink - bound books are so 20th century . . .
I spent the majority of my life in the 20th century...
Um, so did McCain and he is REALLY REALLY OLD!!! Do you sport an onion on the belt?
I have nickles with pictures of bumblebees on them.
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 16:29:04
capt on 06/30/2008 16:29:04
I thought Maron was a comedian?
He is so serious and right on.
Good sub for Thom
He is so serious and right on.
Good sub for Thom
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 16:31:27
What about the nehru jackets?
Hang ten tee shirts? Earth shoes?
(wow that was a trip down memory lane)
capt on 06/30/2008 16:31:27
Quote by BobR:Quote by capt:
Um, so did McCain and he is REALLY REALLY OLD!!! Do you sport an onion on the belt?
Hey - it was the style at the time!
... later came the mullets and the poofy pants and the asymetrical shirts...
What about the nehru jackets?
Hang ten tee shirts? Earth shoes?
(wow that was a trip down memory lane)
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 16:32:28
capt on 06/30/2008 16:32:28
Takin the ferry to Shelbyville . . .
Comment by BobR on 06/30/2008 16:33:21
My style gravitated more towards velveteen hip-hugger bell bottoms, floral polyester shirts, and two-tone patent leather platform shoes with the big ball on the toe...
I was pimpin' y'all!
BobR on 06/30/2008 16:33:21
Quote by capt:
What about the nehru jackets?
Hang ten tee shirts? Earth shoes?
(wow that was a trip down memory lane)
My style gravitated more towards velveteen hip-hugger bell bottoms, floral polyester shirts, and two-tone patent leather platform shoes with the big ball on the toe...
I was pimpin' y'all!
Comment by BobR on 06/30/2008 16:34:18
I hear those are quite valuable these days...
BobR on 06/30/2008 16:34:18
Quote by livingonli:
I have nickles with pictures of bumblebees on them.
I hear those are quite valuable these days...
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 16:40:24
capt on 06/30/2008 16:40:24
Loyalty to petrified opinion never yet broke a chain or freed a human soul.
Mark Twain (1835 - 1910), inscription beneath his bust in the Hall of Fame
Comment by 
Mondobubba on 06/30/2008 17:01:01
Mondobubba on 06/30/2008 17:01:01
Oh that Nation cruise. Be still my beating heart! Jackson Browne. The only thing interesting about him was the fact he was Nico's lover when he was a wee lad. No, I don't like him.
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 17:03:19
I heard an interview with Jackson Browne where he said he was on LSD when he heard his first hit on the radio and he thought his voice sounded small, whiny and mealy - I thought to myself - it doesn't take acid to hear THAT!
capt on 06/30/2008 17:03:19
Quote by Mondobubba:
Oh that Nation cruise. Be still my beating heart! Jackson Browne. The only thing interesting about him was the fact he was Nico's lover when he was a wee lad. No, I don't like him.
I heard an interview with Jackson Browne where he said he was on LSD when he heard his first hit on the radio and he thought his voice sounded small, whiny and mealy - I thought to myself - it doesn't take acid to hear THAT!
Comment by 
wickedpam on 06/30/2008 17:05:16
wickedpam on 06/30/2008 17:05:16
HA! Finally we got our internet back! I was gettin' the vapors missing Frangela and everyone! :hug:
At least I'm here to hear Marc.
At least I'm here to hear Marc.
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 17:07:18
livingonli on 06/30/2008 17:07:18
Hi Mala. I was wondering where you were. Glad your internets are working now.
Comment by Mondobubba on 06/30/2008 17:07:21
:rofl: well somebody has a high opinion of his own voice.
Mondobubba on 06/30/2008 17:07:21
Quote by capt:Quote by Mondobubba:
Oh that Nation cruise. Be still my beating heart! Jackson Browne. The only thing interesting about him was the fact he was Nico's lover when he was a wee lad. No, I don't like him.
I heard an interview with Jackson Browne where he said he was on LSD when he heard his first hit on the radio and he thought his voice sounded small, whiny and mealy - I thought to myself - it doesn't take acid to hear THAT!
:rofl: well somebody has a high opinion of his own voice.
Comment by Mondobubba on 06/30/2008 17:08:38
Mondobubba on 06/30/2008 17:08:38
Oh Mah Gawd! Pure uncut MARON! Must.be.careful.don't.want.to.OD.
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 17:08:40
capt on 06/30/2008 17:08:40
I think someone here mentioned this was coming?
Obama Worships His Monkey God Keychain
It is so obvious they have nothing to run on except keychains and lapel pins.
I can't see how this is going to work for them.
Obama Worships His Monkey God Keychain
It is so obvious they have nothing to run on except keychains and lapel pins.
I can't see how this is going to work for them.
Comment by Mondobubba on 06/30/2008 17:13:26
Mondobubba on 06/30/2008 17:13:26
Shane O! We needs the Maron "whats up buddy?" Pleasepleasepleasepleasepleasepleaseplease!
Comment by wickedpam on 06/30/2008 17:17:47
It's all Verizon's fault I missed the morning party.
wickedpam on 06/30/2008 17:17:47
Quote by livingonli:
Hi Mala. I was wondering where you were. Glad your internets are working now.
It's all Verizon's fault I missed the morning party.
Comment by IzzyBitz on 06/30/2008 17:23:22
The REAL reason Raine misses country living. Well, there's always the spin cycle! 
I went to a reading and book signing by David Sedaris last night.
I picked up my friend on the way. Driving around her neighborhood, we saw at least five homes that had been foreclosed. The homes in her hood are very well-maintained, so the dead yards and fallen trees from the wind storms last month made them stick out like sore thumbs. My friend heard that one of the homes was completely destroyed inside and out. At first they thought it was vandals, but the spray painted messages on the walls said it all. Very sad.
IzzyBitz on 06/30/2008 17:23:22
Quote by Raine:
The only down side is that the ride is MUCH smoother than it used to be...
The REAL reason Raine misses country living. Well, there's always the spin cycle! I went to a reading and book signing by David Sedaris last night.
I picked up my friend on the way. Driving around her neighborhood, we saw at least five homes that had been foreclosed. The homes in her hood are very well-maintained, so the dead yards and fallen trees from the wind storms last month made them stick out like sore thumbs. My friend heard that one of the homes was completely destroyed inside and out. At first they thought it was vandals, but the spray painted messages on the walls said it all. Very sad.
Comment by IzzyBitz on 06/30/2008 17:40:09
Bashing Jackson Browne?!
I can't blog with you people because you're bastard people.
:kickcan:
IzzyBitz on 06/30/2008 17:40:09
Bashing Jackson Browne?!I can't blog with you people because you're bastard people.
:kickcan:
Comment by Mondobubba on 06/30/2008 17:46:36
:eyeroll: whatEVER!
Mondobubba on 06/30/2008 17:46:36
Quote by IzzyBitz:
I can't blog with you people because you're bastard people.
:kickcan:
:eyeroll: whatEVER!
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 17:53:20
I thought we were huggable and lovable.
livingonli on 06/30/2008 17:53:20
Quote by IzzyBitz:
I can't blog with you people because you're bastard people.
:kickcan:
I thought we were huggable and lovable.
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 17:59:12
capt on 06/30/2008 17:59:12
Quote by livingonli:Quote by IzzyBitz:
I can't blog with you people because you're bastard people.
:kickcan:
I thought we were huggable and lovable.
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 18:06:35
capt on 06/30/2008 18:06:35
The patriotism speech
I have been careful to read the text of all speeches before I hear them. I divorce myself from the charisma and speaking skills.
I have to say Barack's speeches read almost as good as he gives them.
This is another good one.
I have been careful to read the text of all speeches before I hear them. I divorce myself from the charisma and speaking skills.
I have to say Barack's speeches read almost as good as he gives them.
This is another good one.
Comment by Will in Chicago on 06/30/2008 18:25:24
Will in Chicago on 06/30/2008 18:25:24
Sorry about falling silent for a while everyone.
I was on hold for 45 MINUTES trying to find out if some test scores were sent out to me. (They were mailed out Thursday.)
Also, I have a local interview at a Middle School at 8 AM.
I will swing by later, as I have an appointment with a lawn mower. Don't worry. I do not drink and drive. ;)
I was on hold for 45 MINUTES trying to find out if some test scores were sent out to me. (They were mailed out Thursday.)
Also, I have a local interview at a Middle School at 8 AM.
I will swing by later, as I have an appointment with a lawn mower. Don't worry. I do not drink and drive. ;)
Comment by TriSec on 06/30/2008 18:44:16
TriSec on 06/30/2008 18:44:16
Another miss. Blogging is hard.
It was a hundred years ago today.
It was a hundred years ago today.
"We had a hut by the river with my brother Chekaren. We were sleeping. Suddenly we both woke up at the same time. Somebody shoved us. We heard whistling and felt strong wind. Chekaren said, 'Can you hear all those birds flying overhead?' We were both in the hut, couldn't see what was going on outside. Suddenly, I got shoved again, this time so hard I fell into the fire. I got scared. Chekaren got scared too. We started crying out for father, mother, brother, but no one answered. There was noise beyond the hut, we could hear trees falling down. Chekaren and I got out of our sleeping bags and wanted to run out, but then the thunder struck. This was the first thunder. The Earth began to move and rock, wind hit our hut and knocked it over. My body was pushed down by sticks, but my head was in the clear. Then I saw a wonder: trees were falling, the branches were on fire, it became mighty bright, how can I say this, as if there was a second sun, my eyes were hurting, I even closed them. It was like what the Russians call lightning. And immediately there was a loud thunderclap. This was the second thunder. The morning was sunny, there were no clouds, our Sun was shining brightly as usual, and suddenly there came a second one! "Chekaren and I had some difficulty getting out from under the remains of our hut. Then we saw that above, but in a different place, there was another flash, and loud thunder came. This was the third thunder strike. Wind came again, knocked us off our feet, struck against the fallen trees. "We looked at the fallen trees, watched the tree tops get snapped off, watched the fires. Suddenly Chekaren yelled 'Look up' and pointed with his hand. I looked there and saw another flash, and it made another thunder. But the noise was less than before. This was the fourth strike, like normal thunder. "Now I remember well there was also one more thunder strike, but it was small, and somewhere far away, where the Sun goes to sleep."
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 18:50:14
capt on 06/30/2008 18:50:14
100 years from now, will anybody know our names? How many family stories do we know about our turn of the century kinfolk?
I think of it as liberating. Even when we are most serious we have to remember not to takes ourselves too seriously, seriously.
It is not about levity just lightly dancing on the depravity - defying gravity.
I think of it as liberating. Even when we are most serious we have to remember not to takes ourselves too seriously, seriously.
It is not about levity just lightly dancing on the depravity - defying gravity.
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 18:51:30
Whoop's was that out loud?
capt on 06/30/2008 18:51:30
Whoop's was that out loud?
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 18:56:59
Finally! Someone got it!
And yes, my washer is set off kilter. Bob keeps wanting to set it right...
Raine on 06/30/2008 18:56:59
Quote by IzzyBitz:Quote by Raine:
The only down side is that the ride is MUCH smoother than it used to be...
And yes, my washer is set off kilter. Bob keeps wanting to set it right...
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 19:00:15
:thud: 45 minutes?
But hey, it'll make that Lawn mower all the better...
:rofl:
Raine on 06/30/2008 19:00:15
Quote by will in chicago:
Sorry about falling silent for a while everyone.
I was on hold for 45 MINUTES trying to find out if some test scores were sent out to me. (They were mailed out Thursday.)
Also, I have a local interview at a Middle School at 8 AM.
I will swing by later, as I have an appointment with a lawn mower. Don't worry. I do not drink and drive. ;)
But hey, it'll make that Lawn mower all the better...
:rofl:
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 19:05:55
I posted a story last week that said John McCain counts among his lucky charms... a Hotel room in NH. oh, and a penny, and a sweater... :rofl:
Raine on 06/30/2008 19:05:55
Quote by capt:
I think someone here mentioned this was coming?
Obama Worships His Monkey God Keychain
It is so obvious they have nothing to run on except keychains and lapel pins.
I can't see how this is going to work for them.
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 19:06:00
livingonli on 06/30/2008 19:06:00
If you can't be with the one you love, love the lawn mower.
Comment by m-hadley on 06/30/2008 19:06:33
Capt,
Thank you for pointing us to that speech - I just read it and I can't think of a better way to celebrate the 4th of July than to read that speech. For those of you who have not yet read it, I encourage you to do so. It is remarkable - thanks again, Capt.
Cheers,
mfaye
:heart: :peace:
m-hadley on 06/30/2008 19:06:33
Quote by capt:
The patriotism speech
I have been careful to read the text of all speeches before I hear them. I divorce myself from the charisma and speaking skills.
I have to say Barack's speeches read almost as good as he gives them.
This is another good one.
Capt,
Thank you for pointing us to that speech - I just read it and I can't think of a better way to celebrate the 4th of July than to read that speech. For those of you who have not yet read it, I encourage you to do so. It is remarkable - thanks again, Capt.
Cheers,
mfaye
:heart: :peace:
Comment by Scoopster on 06/30/2008 19:07:31
Scoopster on 06/30/2008 19:07:31
The salt has taken its toll today...
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 19:07:35
I amam with Izzy. There are, after all, lives in the balance.
I love Jackson Browne!
Raine on 06/30/2008 19:07:35
Quote by IzzyBitz:
I can't blog with you people because you're bastard people.
:kickcan:
I love Jackson Browne!
Comment by Scoopster on 06/30/2008 19:19:34
Dude.. that's like so.. doctor gonzo-ish!
Scoopster on 06/30/2008 19:19:34
Quote by capt:
100 years from now, will anybody know our names? How many family stories do we know about our turn of the century kinfolk?
I think of it as liberating. Even when we are most serious we have to remember not to takes ourselves too seriously, seriously.
It is not about levity just lightly dancing on the depravity - defying gravity.
Dude.. that's like so.. doctor gonzo-ish!
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 19:22:26
I like that Barack is trying to nip a few of these things at the bud. He is not taking any guff and staying respectful and respectable at the same time. I just watched the speech over at Raw Story HERE - Of course it is even better hearing him speak.
capt on 06/30/2008 19:22:26
Quote by m-hadley:Quote by capt:
The patriotism speech
I have been careful to read the text of all speeches before I hear them. I divorce myself from the charisma and speaking skills.
I have to say Barack's speeches read almost as good as he gives them.
This is another good one.
Capt,
Thank you for pointing us to that speech - I just read it and I can't think of a better way to celebrate the 4th of July than to read that speech. For those of you who have not yet read it, I encourage you to do so. It is remarkable - thanks again, Capt.
Cheers,
mfaye
:heart: :peace:
I like that Barack is trying to nip a few of these things at the bud. He is not taking any guff and staying respectful and respectable at the same time. I just watched the speech over at Raw Story HERE - Of course it is even better hearing him speak.
Comment by TriSec on 06/30/2008 19:22:32
TriSec on 06/30/2008 19:22:32
Reading the patrotism speech now...
We all need to memorize this passage:
We all need to memorize this passage:
The young preacher from Georgia, Martin Luther King, Jr., who led a movement to help America confront our tragic history of racial injustice and live up to the meaning of our creed – he was a patriot. The young soldier who first spoke about the prisoner abuse at Abu Ghraib – he is a patriot. Recognizing a wrong being committed in this country’s name; insisting that we deliver on the promise of our Constitution – these are the acts of patriots, men and women who are defending that which is best in America. And we should never forget that – especially when we disagree with them; especially when they make us uncomfortable with their words.
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 19:28:05
As your attorney I advise you to take a hit out of the small brown bottle in my shaving kit.
~ Hunter S. Thompson (1939 - 2005), Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
capt on 06/30/2008 19:28:05
Quote by Scoopster:Quote by capt:
100 years from now, will anybody know our names? How many family stories do we know about our turn of the century kinfolk?
I think of it as liberating. Even when we are most serious we have to remember not to takes ourselves too seriously, seriously.
It is not about levity just lightly dancing on the depravity - defying gravity.
Dude.. that's like so.. doctor gonzo-ish!
As your attorney I advise you to take a hit out of the small brown bottle in my shaving kit.
~ Hunter S. Thompson (1939 - 2005), Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 19:34:07
That is the exact passage that gave me goosebumps when I heard him. Not as much when I read it but WOW, eh?
capt on 06/30/2008 19:34:07
Quote by TriSec:
Reading the patrotism speech now...
We all need to memorize this passage:
The young preacher from Georgia, Martin Luther King, Jr., who led a movement to help America confront our tragic history of racial injustice and live up to the meaning of our creed – he was a patriot. The young soldier who first spoke about the prisoner abuse at Abu Ghraib – he is a patriot. Recognizing a wrong being committed in this country’s name; insisting that we deliver on the promise of our Constitution – these are the acts of patriots, men and women who are defending that which is best in America. And we should never forget that – especially when we disagree with them; especially when they make us uncomfortable with their words.
That is the exact passage that gave me goosebumps when I heard him. Not as much when I read it but WOW, eh?
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 19:38:11
Raine on 06/30/2008 19:38:11
I have read about half this speech. it is amazing.
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 19:39:51
Raine on 06/30/2008 19:39:51
Ok, Randi needs to take a few asprin, some benedryl... and Lidocain.
Has she heard of Sunscreen?
Has she heard of Sunscreen?
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 19:41:42
Raine on 06/30/2008 19:41:42
I love Randi, but come on. She HAS to be exaggerating now.
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 19:46:14
Raine on 06/30/2008 19:46:14
You know, it occurs to me in reading this speech. questioning McCain's military Service is a lot different from questioning his patriotism.
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 19:49:35
capt on 06/30/2008 19:49:35
That link to the video of his speech at raw story is just a clip - the whole thing is somewhere (37 minutes) but I can't find it again . . . UGH! I think it was CNN
I can't remember what I am suppose to remember half the time . .
I can't remember what I am suppose to remember half the time . .
Comment by MMB on 06/30/2008 19:54:34
MMB on 06/30/2008 19:54:34
Happy Birthday to me 
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 19:57:53
:party::birthday: Happy Birthday!
Raine on 06/30/2008 19:57:53
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 19:58:34
Happy B-DAY!
capt on 06/30/2008 19:58:34
Quote by MMB:
Happy Birthday to me
Happy B-DAY!
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 20:04:40
livingonli on 06/30/2008 20:04:40
Like Randi I have trouble reaching my back as well. When I put sunscreen on that is the hardest place for me to put it (and sometimes I forget my bald spot)..
OK, off to the salt mine.
OK, off to the salt mine.
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 20:05:52
livingonli on 06/30/2008 20:05:52
Happy Birthday MMB. 
Comment by Scoopster on 06/30/2008 20:08:51
Scoopster on 06/30/2008 20:08:51
Wooooooo happy birthday!! 
Comment by wickedpam on 06/30/2008 20:12:24
wickedpam on 06/30/2008 20:12:24
Happy Happy MMB :hug:
Comment by m-hadley on 06/30/2008 20:15:59
Happee Happee Birthdee, MMB,
Enjoy your day 
:)
Cheers,
mfaye
:hug:
m-hadley on 06/30/2008 20:15:59
Quote by MMB:
Happy Birthday to me
Happee Happee Birthdee, MMB,
Enjoy your day
:)Cheers,
mfaye
:hug:
Comment by TriSec on 06/30/2008 20:30:14
TriSec on 06/30/2008 20:30:14
Going to scurry home.
In economic news, the Dow finished up a whopping 3.50....
In economic news, the Dow finished up a whopping 3.50....
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 20:39:27
capt on 06/30/2008 20:39:27
New Obama ad "Dignity"
Obama Releases Second General Election TV Ad, "Dignity" (VIDEO)
Again, looks like a good ad, short and to the point.
Obama Releases Second General Election TV Ad, "Dignity" (VIDEO)
Again, looks like a good ad, short and to the point.
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 20:42:26
Raine on 06/30/2008 20:42:26
:swoon: I think I love Congressperson Wexler.
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 20:43:19
capt on 06/30/2008 20:43:19
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 20:46:06
The sad thing is ALL the darn congresscritters should sound just like him.
The truth is the truth.
Wexler does stay on the people points - a little like Wellstone did. A real mensch.
capt on 06/30/2008 20:46:06
Quote by Raine:
:swoon: I think I love Congressperson Wexler.
The sad thing is ALL the darn congresscritters should sound just like him.
The truth is the truth.
Wexler does stay on the people points - a little like Wellstone did. A real mensch.
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 21:07:27
:spit: I think that is the funniest thing I have read all day!
Raine on 06/30/2008 21:07:27
Quote by capt:
The World's Fastest Man is Not Gay, He's Homosexual!
Talk about the law of unintended consequences?
Comment by Malmo_Blue on 06/30/2008 21:10:56
Let's see how McCain will react to that one.
My friends, the economy problems is all in your heads. (brings out hypnotic disc) Repeat after me, my friends... It's all in your head. It's all in your head. It's all in your head.
Too bad the majority of the American people seem to be doing the following to McSame right now:
Malmo_Blue on 06/30/2008 21:10:56
Quote by capt:
New Obama ad "Dignity"
Obama Releases Second General Election TV Ad, "Dignity" (VIDEO)
Again, looks like a good ad, short and to the point.
Let's see how McCain will react to that one.
My friends, the economy problems is all in your heads. (brings out hypnotic disc) Repeat after me, my friends... It's all in your head. It's all in your head. It's all in your head.
Too bad the majority of the American people seem to be doing the following to McSame right now:
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 21:16:40
Yesterday, McCain admitted that his offshore drilling proposal would probably have mostly "psychological" benefits
McCain is such a psychological guy after all . . . .
capt on 06/30/2008 21:16:40
Quote by Malmo_Blue:Quote by capt:
New Obama ad "Dignity"
Obama Releases Second General Election TV Ad, "Dignity" (VIDEO)
Again, looks like a good ad, short and to the point.
Let's see how McCain will react to that one.
My friends, the economy problems is all in your heads. (brings out hypnotic disc) Repeat after me, my friends... It's all in your head. It's all in your head. It's all in your head.
Too bad the majority of the American people seem to be doing the following to McSame right now:
Yesterday, McCain admitted that his offshore drilling proposal would probably have mostly "psychological" benefits
McCain is such a psychological guy after all . . . .
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 21:34:02
capt on 06/30/2008 21:34:02
The "In your head" reminded me of a video (I can't find) but the Cranberries song "Zombie" was the music. The lyrics really do speak to war and conflict.
Another head hangs lowly,
Child is slowly taken.
And the violence caused such silence,
Who are we mistaken?
But you see, it's not me, it's not my family.
In your head, in your head they are fighting,
With their tanks and their bombs,
And their bombs and their guns.
In your head, in your head, they are crying...
In your head, in your head,
Zombie, zombie, zombie,
Hey, hey, hey. What's in your head,
In your head,
Zombie, zombie, zombie?
Hey, hey, hey, hey, oh, dou, dou, dou, dou, dou...
Another mother's breakin',
Heart is taking over.
When the vi'lence causes silence,
We must be mistaken.
It's the same old theme since nineteen-sixteen.
In your head, in your head they're still fighting,
With their tanks and their bombs,
And their bombs and their guns.
In your head, in your head, they are dying...
In your head, in your head,
Zombie, zombie, zombie,
Hey, hey, hey. What's in your head,
In your head,
Zombie, zombie, zombie?
Hey, hey, hey, hey, oh, oh, oh,
Oh, oh, oh, oh, hey, oh, ya, ya-a...
Cranberries - Zombie lyrics
Anybody remember the 15 yo gal that was making some great anti-war videos a few years ago? (I guess around 2004 maybe)
Another head hangs lowly,
Child is slowly taken.
And the violence caused such silence,
Who are we mistaken?
But you see, it's not me, it's not my family.
In your head, in your head they are fighting,
With their tanks and their bombs,
And their bombs and their guns.
In your head, in your head, they are crying...
In your head, in your head,
Zombie, zombie, zombie,
Hey, hey, hey. What's in your head,
In your head,
Zombie, zombie, zombie?
Hey, hey, hey, hey, oh, dou, dou, dou, dou, dou...
Another mother's breakin',
Heart is taking over.
When the vi'lence causes silence,
We must be mistaken.
It's the same old theme since nineteen-sixteen.
In your head, in your head they're still fighting,
With their tanks and their bombs,
And their bombs and their guns.
In your head, in your head, they are dying...
In your head, in your head,
Zombie, zombie, zombie,
Hey, hey, hey. What's in your head,
In your head,
Zombie, zombie, zombie?
Hey, hey, hey, hey, oh, oh, oh,
Oh, oh, oh, oh, hey, oh, ya, ya-a...
Cranberries - Zombie lyrics
Anybody remember the 15 yo gal that was making some great anti-war videos a few years ago? (I guess around 2004 maybe)
Comment by Malmo_Blue on 06/30/2008 21:38:08
Ava Lowery - http://www.peacetakescourage.com
I actually got to chat with her last year when she visited the chatroom at DemocracyInteractive - that was pretty cool.
Malmo_Blue on 06/30/2008 21:38:08
Anybody remember the 15 yo gal that was making some great anti-war videos a few years ago? (I guess around 2004 maybe)
Ava Lowery - http://www.peacetakescourage.com
I actually got to chat with her last year when she visited the chatroom at DemocracyInteractive - that was pretty cool.
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 21:39:58
capt on 06/30/2008 21:39:58
Found her!
Peace Takes Courage - Ava Lowery
If you haven't yet seen her work - it is worth checking out.
This is the future generation of progressive activism . . .
Peace Takes Courage - Ava Lowery
If you haven't yet seen her work - it is worth checking out.
This is the future generation of progressive activism . . .
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 21:41:22
How cool, I caught her work very early and was FLOORED!
I love that gal, I sent a few fan emails. . .
capt on 06/30/2008 21:41:22
Quote by Malmo_Blue:Anybody remember the 15 yo gal that was making some great anti-war videos a few years ago? (I guess around 2004 maybe)
Ava Lowery - http://www.peacetakescourage.com
I actually got to chat with her last year when she visited the chatroom at DemocracyInteractive - that was pretty cool.
How cool, I caught her work very early and was FLOORED!
I love that gal, I sent a few fan emails. . .
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 21:44:45
capt on 06/30/2008 21:44:45
http://www.peacetakescourage.com/someones.html
Effin brings me to tears - everytime.
Effin brings me to tears - everytime.
Comment by Mondobubba on 06/30/2008 21:45:52
Psycho maybe....
Mondobubba on 06/30/2008 21:45:52
Quote by capt:Quote by Malmo_Blue:Quote by capt:
New Obama ad "Dignity"
Obama Releases Second General Election TV Ad, "Dignity" (VIDEO)
Again, looks like a good ad, short and to the point.
Let's see how McCain will react to that one.
My friends, the economy problems is all in your heads. (brings out hypnotic disc) Repeat after me, my friends... It's all in your head. It's all in your head. It's all in your head.
Too bad the majority of the American people seem to be doing the following to McSame right now:
Yesterday, McCain admitted that his offshore drilling proposal would probably have mostly "psychological" benefits
McCain is such a psychological guy after all . . . .
Psycho maybe....
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 21:48:49
capt on 06/30/2008 21:48:49
WAR SUCKS!
Sorry, I had to vent..
Sorry, I had to vent..
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 22:27:23
Welcome Malmo Blue!
I don't think the majority beleive that, altho I think the media (M$M, imo) REALLY wants you to think so.
After all, they really need to make this a race, don't they? They don't DARE cover some serious siisues, like not paying his property taxes in California for 4 years...
Once again.. WELCOME!
Raine on 06/30/2008 22:27:23
Quote by Malmo_Blue:Quote by capt:
New Obama ad "Dignity"
Obama Releases Second General Election TV Ad, "Dignity" (VIDEO)
Again, looks like a good ad, short and to the point.
Let's see how McCain will react to that one.
My friends, the economy problems is all in your heads. (brings out hypnotic disc) Repeat after me, my friends... It's all in your head. It's all in your head. It's all in your head.
Too bad the majority of the American people seem to be doing the following to McSame right now:
I don't think the majority beleive that, altho I think the media (M$M, imo) REALLY wants you to think so.
After all, they really need to make this a race, don't they? They don't DARE cover some serious siisues, like not paying his property taxes in California for 4 years...
Once again.. WELCOME!
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 22:28:37
THAT was a vent?
I thought that was a truth. ;)
Raine on 06/30/2008 22:28:37
Quote by capt:
WAR SUCKS!
Sorry, I had to vent..
THAT was a vent?
I thought that was a truth. ;)
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 22:31:49
On further thought... what would
Marcia Homosexual Harden think?
Raine on 06/30/2008 22:31:49
Quote by Raine::spit: I think that is the funniest thing I have read all day!Quote by capt:
The World's Fastest Man is Not Gay, He's Homosexual!
Talk about the law of unintended consequences?
Marcia Homosexual Harden think?
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 22:35:22
Raine on 06/30/2008 22:35:22
I want to end the Iraq War. I want an endgame, I want to see the finish line. *le sigh*
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 22:37:26
Awesome.
Raine on 06/30/2008 22:37:26
Quote by capt:
Found her!
Peace Takes Courage - Ava Lowery
If you haven't yet seen her work - it is worth checking out.
This is the future generation of progressive activism . . .
Comment by Random on 06/30/2008 22:41:22
Random on 06/30/2008 22:41:22
*grumbles*
no mood for audio thingie...
no mood for audio thingie...
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 22:47:40
I want to see a plan for war to become obsolete.
We have many conflicts and military actions (read force) but we should be seeking peace as a planet - all people.
Sure we have always had war, and before that tribal conflicts but should we see war as the ultimate arbiter? That there is that place we can go when we disagree, when diplomacy fails?
Should we, as a civilized people, have war as a component for conflict resolution 100 years from now, maybe 1,000 how about 10,000 years from now?
Shall we plan to live in peace SOMEDAY? Will force and aggression, institutional killing ever be obsolete if we just assume it will never be so?
capt on 06/30/2008 22:47:40
Quote by Raine:
I want to end the Iraq War. I want an endgame, I want to see the finish line. *le sigh*
I want to see a plan for war to become obsolete.
We have many conflicts and military actions (read force) but we should be seeking peace as a planet - all people.
Sure we have always had war, and before that tribal conflicts but should we see war as the ultimate arbiter? That there is that place we can go when we disagree, when diplomacy fails?
Should we, as a civilized people, have war as a component for conflict resolution 100 years from now, maybe 1,000 how about 10,000 years from now?
Shall we plan to live in peace SOMEDAY? Will force and aggression, institutional killing ever be obsolete if we just assume it will never be so?
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 22:48:24
capt on 06/30/2008 22:48:24
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 22:49:42
Wadda matter?
capt on 06/30/2008 22:49:42
Quote by Random:
*grumbles*
no mood for audio thingie...
Wadda matter?
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 22:49:51
Here Random:
:boobs2:
Hope that helps.
(Raine: Always willing to take one for the team.)
Raine on 06/30/2008 22:49:51
Quote by Random:
*grumbles*
no mood for audio thingie...
Here Random:
:boobs2:
Hope that helps.
(Raine: Always willing to take one for the team.)
Comment by Random on 06/30/2008 22:55:37
*grumbles*
Kind of...
But have to wait till tomorrow when my tooth stops hurting.
Random on 06/30/2008 22:55:37
Quote by Raine:Quote by Random:
*grumbles*
no mood for audio thingie...
Here Random:
:boobs2:
Hope that helps.
(Raine: Always willing to take one for the team.)
*grumbles*
Kind of...
But have to wait till tomorrow when my tooth stops hurting.
Comment by 
clintster on 06/30/2008 22:58:19
clintster on 06/30/2008 22:58:19
Evening, all!
I was just cruisin' along the Internets, and I happened to stumble across a blog by one of our "favorite" SMSLB contributors:
http://hillarydemocrats.blogspot.com
I was just cruisin' along the Internets, and I happened to stumble across a blog by one of our "favorite" SMSLB contributors:
http://hillarydemocrats.blogspot.com
Comment by Shane-O on 06/30/2008 23:09:54
Tooth?
Yikes!
Shane-O on 06/30/2008 23:09:54
Quote by Random:Quote by Raine:Quote by Random:
*grumbles*
no mood for audio thingie...
Here Random:
:boobs2:
Hope that helps.
(Raine: Always willing to take one for the team.)
*grumbles*
Kind of...
But have to wait till tomorrow when my tooth stops hurting.
Yikes!
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 23:10:57
WooHoo! the vandals supported Hillary! Adela should be so proud! :sarcasm:
I am not gonna attack Hillary supporters for this. It looks like people like Adela wants to be put on a friggin cross. Look, this is the Democratic party, martyrdom need not apply, that is what the GOP is for.
Raine on 06/30/2008 23:10:57
Quote by clintster:
Evening, all!
I was just cruisin' along the Internets, and I happened to stumble across a blog by one of our "favorite" SMSLB contributors:
http://hillarydemocrats.blogspot.com
the vandals supported Hillary! Adela should be so proud! :sarcasm:I am not gonna attack Hillary supporters for this. It looks like people like Adela wants to be put on a friggin cross. Look, this is the Democratic party, martyrdom need not apply, that is what the GOP is for.
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 23:12:16
Raine on 06/30/2008 23:12:16
OH! Hola
How are you? Did ya love the wether today? The air, so clean. the temps so moderate... what a perfect day!
How are you? Did ya love the wether today? The air, so clean. the temps so moderate... what a perfect day!
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 23:14:32
I love the sound theatre, Shane-O, you are the king!
Raine on 06/30/2008 23:14:32
Quote by Shane-O:Tooth?Quote by Random:Quote by Raine:Quote by Random:
*grumbles*
no mood for audio thingie...
Here Random:
:boobs2:
Hope that helps.
(Raine: Always willing to take one for the team.)
*grumbles*
Kind of...
But have to wait till tomorrow when my tooth stops hurting.
Yikes!
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 23:17:46
:hug: here is a warm cloth for your face, and a nice cup of tea (camomille) to help you rest.
:( is this still from the root canal? Facial pain is the worst.
Raine on 06/30/2008 23:17:46
Quote by Random:Quote by Raine:Quote by Random:
*grumbles*
no mood for audio thingie...
Here Random:
:boobs2:
Hope that helps.
(Raine: Always willing to take one for the team.)
*grumbles*
Kind of...
But have to wait till tomorrow when my tooth stops hurting.
:( is this still from the root canal? Facial pain is the worst.
Comment by Shane-O on 06/30/2008 23:18:44
I figured you are more of an alto - so rather than the standard SMS
Shane-O on 06/30/2008 23:18:44
Quote by Raine:
I love the sound theatre, Shane-O, you are the king!
Comment by clintster on 06/30/2008 23:20:35
I liked it pretty well. The A/C wasn't going overtime for once, so that should save us at least $5 on our next electric bill.
ON the brighter side, I went and talked to some people at one of the art councils, and they gave me the name of someone to contact who might be able to help me find a job. I hope this works out, 'cause I'm about at the point where I'll take anything, even fast food.
clintster on 06/30/2008 23:20:35
Quote by Raine:
OH! Hola
How are you? Did ya love the wether today? The air, so clean. the temps so moderate... what a perfect day!
I liked it pretty well. The A/C wasn't going overtime for once, so that should save us at least $5 on our next electric bill.
ON the brighter side, I went and talked to some people at one of the art councils, and they gave me the name of someone to contact who might be able to help me find a job. I hope this works out, 'cause I'm about at the point where I'll take anything, even fast food.
Comment by Random on 06/30/2008 23:21:46
Creepy, that's exactly when it hurts, when i close my mouth, and press my teeth together.
Random on 06/30/2008 23:21:46
Quote by Shane-O:Tooth?Quote by Random:Quote by Raine:Quote by Random:
*grumbles*
no mood for audio thingie...
Here Random:
:boobs2:
Hope that helps.
(Raine: Always willing to take one for the team.)
*grumbles*
Kind of...
But have to wait till tomorrow when my tooth stops hurting.
Yikes!
Creepy, that's exactly when it hurts, when i close my mouth, and press my teeth together.
Comment by Random on 06/30/2008 23:25:54
yes and no.
That Root canal was on my front teeth, but that's fine.
This is a different Root Canal on one of my back molars. the pain right now is stress and reforming...it'll be fine in the morrow.
Random on 06/30/2008 23:25:54
Quote by Raine::hug: here is a warm cloth for your face, and a nice cup of tea (camomille) to help you rest.Quote by Random:Quote by Raine:Quote by Random:
*grumbles*
no mood for audio thingie...
Here Random:
:boobs2:
Hope that helps.
(Raine: Always willing to take one for the team.)
*grumbles*
Kind of...
But have to wait till tomorrow when my tooth stops hurting.
:( is this still from the root canal? Facial pain is the worst.
yes and no.
That Root canal was on my front teeth, but that's fine.
This is a different Root Canal on one of my back molars. the pain right now is stress and reforming...it'll be fine in the morrow.
Comment by 
velveeta jones on 06/30/2008 23:29:08
velveeta jones on 06/30/2008 23:29:08
Evening all.
First Great blog yesterday Faye. I only read it just now. And Aunt Azalea says she did not check in yesterday and she's sorry she missed it.
Equally good one today Raine........ though as usual you've made me angry at my government and their secret dealings. Grrrrrrr!
First Great blog yesterday Faye. I only read it just now. And Aunt Azalea says she did not check in yesterday and she's sorry she missed it.
Equally good one today Raine........ though as usual you've made me angry at my government and their secret dealings. Grrrrrrr!
Comment by velveeta jones on 06/30/2008 23:34:48
velveeta jones on 06/30/2008 23:34:48
Also
wisconsin pix are on the way!
wisconsin pix are on the way!
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 23:35:07
livingonli on 06/30/2008 23:35:07
Sounds like the dentist is having a field day with Random. This will only hurt a minute.
:inserts power drill in mouth:
:inserts power drill in mouth:
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 23:35:26
Worst First half since 1970... :grumble:
HEY! Velveeta!!! I miss you!
Raine on 06/30/2008 23:35:26
Quote by TriSec:
Going to scurry home.
In economic news, the Dow finished up a whopping 3.50....
Worst First half since 1970... :grumble:
HEY! Velveeta!!!
I miss you!
Comment by Random on 06/30/2008 23:36:56
Dentist isn't so bad, i'm used to it.
Random on 06/30/2008 23:36:56
Quote by livingonli:
Sounds like the dentist is having a field day with Random. This will only hurt a minute.
:inserts power drill in mouth:
Dentist isn't so bad, i'm used to it.
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 23:39:47
I'm keeping the fingers crossed.
seriously. And a candle will be lit for you tonite! :peace:
Raine on 06/30/2008 23:39:47
Quote by clintster:Quote by Raine:
OH! Hola
How are you? Did ya love the wether today? The air, so clean. the temps so moderate... what a perfect day!
I liked it pretty well. The A/C wasn't going overtime for once, so that should save us at least $5 on our next electric bill.
ON the brighter side, I went and talked to some people at one of the art councils, and they gave me the name of someone to contact who might be able to help me find a job. I hope this works out, 'cause I'm about at the point where I'll take anything, even fast food.
seriously. And a candle will be lit for you tonite! :peace:
Comment by IzzyBitz on 06/30/2008 23:40:48
IzzyBitz on 06/30/2008 23:40:48
Quote by Raine:I amam with Izzy. There are, after all, lives in the balance.Quote by IzzyBitz:
I can't blog with you people because you're bastard people.
:kickcan:
I love Jackson Browne!
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 23:41:43
:rofl: you nailed it!
Raine on 06/30/2008 23:41:43
Quote by Shane-O:I figured you are more of an alto - so rather than the standard SMSQuote by Raine:
I love the sound theatre, Shane-O, you are the king!
Comment by capt on 06/30/2008 23:43:17
~ H. L. Mencken (1880 - 1956)
With Bush it goes well beyond ashamed.
capt on 06/30/2008 23:43:17
Every decent man is ashamed of the government he lives under.
~ H. L. Mencken (1880 - 1956)
With Bush it goes well beyond ashamed.
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 23:47:36
I need a password for the whatever... :(
Raine on 06/30/2008 23:47:36
Quote by velveeta jones:
For your viewingpleasureor whatever.
Wisconsin
I need a password for the whatever... :(
Comment by Shane-O on 06/30/2008 23:49:30
I'll go away now... :p
Shane-O on 06/30/2008 23:49:30
Quote by livingonli:
Sounds like the dentist is having a field day with Random. This will only hurt a minute.
:inserts power drill in mouth:
I'll go away now... :p
Comment by Raine on 06/30/2008 23:53:30
:rofl:
I said a few weeks ago, maybe months at this point that I would do an Audicon Blog.
I think the time has come. I have a wicked idea. Keep your eyes peeled for it.
Raine on 06/30/2008 23:53:30
Quote by Shane-O:Quote by livingonli:
Sounds like the dentist is having a field day with Random. This will only hurt a minute.
:inserts power drill in mouth:
I'll go away now... :p
I said a few weeks ago, maybe months at this point that I would do an Audicon Blog.
I think the time has come. I have a wicked idea. Keep your eyes peeled for it.
Comment by Random on 06/30/2008 23:54:10
Random on 06/30/2008 23:54:10
Comment by velveeta jones on 06/30/2008 23:57:14
Sorry, I think I fixed it, had to set it to public! Oops!
velveeta jones on 06/30/2008 23:57:14
Quote by Raine:Quote by velveeta jones:
For your viewingpleasureor whatever.
Wisconsin
I need a password for the whatever... :(
Sorry, I think I fixed it, had to set it to public! Oops!
Comment by Shane-O on 06/30/2008 23:58:24
Shane-O on 06/30/2008 23:58:24
OK - I lied.
Question - when we were trying to track down the Maddow trumpets - is that soundbyte the same as the SMS trumpet fanfare for the celebrity hotline? Anyone?
Question - when we were trying to track down the Maddow trumpets - is that soundbyte the same as the SMS trumpet fanfare for the celebrity hotline? Anyone?
Comment by livingonli on 06/30/2008 23:58:26
livingonli on 06/30/2008 23:58:26
Dinner awaits.
Comment by Mondobubba on 07/01/2008 00:02:52
Mondobubba on 07/01/2008 00:02:52
Dinner eaten, Comcast bill paid. Countdown on.Tasty adult beverage at hand. Life is good.
Comment by Shane-O on 07/01/2008 00:05:47
Looking forward to it! -- As I said before - I'd be happy to help.
That includes telling my tricks to find and record the SFX and quotes very quickly - and at no cost...
Shane-O on 07/01/2008 00:05:47
Quote by Raine::rofl:Quote by Shane-O:Quote by livingonli:
Sounds like the dentist is having a field day with Random. This will only hurt a minute.
:inserts power drill in mouth:
I'll go away now... :p
I said a few weeks ago, maybe months at this point that I would do an Audicon Blog.
I think the time has come. I have a wicked idea. Keep your eyes peeled for it.
That includes telling my tricks to find and record the SFX and quotes very quickly - and at no cost...
Comment by Mondobubba on 07/01/2008 00:06:12
Shane-O the Rachel Maddow fanfare is simply the event fanfare used in the Mac OS since the beginning of time. Hope that helps.
Mondobubba on 07/01/2008 00:06:12
Quote by Shane-O:
OK - I lied.
Question - when we were trying to track down the Maddow trumpets - is that soundbyte the same as the SMS trumpet fanfare for the celebrity hotline? Anyone?
Shane-O the Rachel Maddow fanfare is simply the event fanfare used in the Mac OS since the beginning of time. Hope that helps.
Comment by velveeta jones on 07/01/2008 00:08:05
velveeta jones on 07/01/2008 00:08:05
The pictures should work now, and I am in the process of making them biggerer! Working too fast on too many things and didn't notice I loaded them so tiny. Silly Velveeta!
Working too fast on too many things and didn't notice I loaded them so tiny. Silly Velveeta!
Comment by Mondobubba on 07/01/2008 00:09:29
Mondobubba on 07/01/2008 00:09:29
You know I am waiting for Grandpa Simpson to forget himself and say Obama is a credit to his race. I really, really want him to say that. Because it would be
Comment by Raine on 07/01/2008 00:12:01
HEre... have a :martini:, a
, and a a good tune, dear...
(the music is the key, you NEED some really good Al Greene and a little EW&F)
You, friend are a trooper. Were you around when I had (gulp.... this is gross stuff) when I had an infected saliva gland? I swear, I looked like John McCain, and the pain... oh dear gawd, it was horrid.
Raine on 07/01/2008 00:12:01
Quote by Random:
HEre... have a :martini:, a
, and a a good tune, dear... (the music is the key, you NEED some really good Al Greene and a little EW&F)
You, friend are a trooper. Were you around when I had (gulp.... this is gross stuff) when I had an infected saliva gland? I swear, I looked like John McCain, and the pain... oh dear gawd, it was horrid.
Comment by Mondobubba on 07/01/2008 00:19:57
Mondobubba on 07/01/2008 00:19:57
Speaking of John McCain the guy behind in line at the store was a dead ringer for him. At least in profile.
Comment by Random on 07/01/2008 00:20:35
Nope...I've only been here for bout a week and a half.
Random on 07/01/2008 00:20:35
Quote by Raine:Quote by Random:
HEre... have a :martini:, a
(the music is the key, you NEED some really good Al Greene and a little EW&F)
You, friend are a trooper. Were you around when I had (gulp.... this is gross stuff) when I had an infected saliva gland? I swear, I looked like John McCain, and the pain... oh dear gawd, it was horrid.
Nope...I've only been here for bout a week and a half.
Comment by Mondobubba on 07/01/2008 00:26:22
Mondobubba on 07/01/2008 00:26:22
Raine Dhalink! How are ya today? Have you seen any of the ads on the HBO mosheen for "Generation Kill?" One the guys in it is the same guy what played Ziggy on Das Wire. :metal:
Comment by Raine on 07/01/2008 00:27:31
I recall those trumpets being close (if not the same as what mondo mentioned)
BUT, my memory (which will be shown to be failing... ) is still saying that they were the same as a margarine commercial... I remember that commercial in my memory bank.IT was, Imperial Margarine...
Also here at 7:33 in (altho the rest of the commercials are STUNNING)
Guys, what do you think?
Raine on 07/01/2008 00:27:31
Quote by Shane-O:
OK - I lied.
Question - when we were trying to track down the Maddow trumpets - is that soundbyte the same as the SMS trumpet fanfare for the celebrity hotline? Anyone?
I recall those trumpets being close (if not the same as what mondo mentioned)
BUT, my memory (which will be shown to be failing...
) is still saying that they were the same as a margarine commercial... I remember that commercial in my memory bank.IT was, Imperial Margarine... Also here at 7:33 in (altho the rest of the commercials are STUNNING)
Guys, what do you think?
Comment by Shane-O on 07/01/2008 00:33:38
Shane-O on 07/01/2008 00:33:38
See - I thought it was the Imperial Margarine commercial too -- and I can't find the Mac OS event trumpets (well done, Shane-O :thud:)
So it's not this: ?
So it's not this: ?
Comment by Mondobubba on 07/01/2008 00:44:23
Ahhh YES! That is where Apple stole them! :rofl:
Mondobubba on 07/01/2008 00:44:23
Quote by Raine:Quote by Shane-O:
OK - I lied.
Question - when we were trying to track down the Maddow trumpets - is that soundbyte the same as the SMS trumpet fanfare for the celebrity hotline? Anyone?
I recall those trumpets being close (if not the same as what mondo mentioned)
BUT, my memory (which will be shown to be failing...
Also here at 7:33 in (altho the rest of the commercials are STUNNING)
Guys, what do you think?
Ahhh YES! That is where Apple stole them! :rofl:
Comment by Raine on 07/01/2008 00:44:24
Wow. And this is Wisconsin... the forgotten part of the floods, eh?
Raine on 07/01/2008 00:44:24
Quote by velveeta jones:Quote by Raine:Quote by velveeta jones:
For your viewingpleasureor whatever.
Wisconsin
I need a password for the whatever... :(
Sorry, I think I fixed it, had to set it to public! Oops!
Comment by IzzyBitz on 07/01/2008 00:47:33
I think that's it, Shane-O!
IzzyBitz on 07/01/2008 00:47:33
Quote by Shane-O:
See - I thought it was the Imperial Margarine commercial too -- and I can't find the Mac OS event trumpets (well done, Shane-O :thud:)
So it's not this: ?
I think that's it, Shane-O!
Comment by Raine on 07/01/2008 00:54:09
That tone still works. I still contend that The good doctor used the Imperial margarine version.
:ireland: where are you?
KO is Kicking ASS right now with his special comment. this one is decidedly BIAS. and I say FINE.
Raine on 07/01/2008 00:54:09
Quote by Shane-O:
See - I thought it was the Imperial Margarine commercial too -- and I can't find the Mac OS event trumpets (well done, Shane-O :thud:)
So it's not this: ?
That tone still works. I still contend that The good doctor used the Imperial margarine version.
:ireland: where are you?
KO is Kicking ASS right now with his special comment. this one is decidedly BIAS. and I say FINE.
Comment by Mondobubba on 07/01/2008 00:55:49
Oh that is it. You are a GOD Shane-O! An ascended avatar of sounds. : tosses rose petals: :bow:
Mondobubba on 07/01/2008 00:55:49
Quote by Shane-O:
See - I thought it was the Imperial Margarine commercial too -- and I can't find the Mac OS event trumpets (well done, Shane-O :thud:)
So it's not this: ?
Oh that is it. You are a GOD Shane-O! An ascended avatar of sounds. : tosses rose petals: :bow:
Comment by Mondobubba on 07/01/2008 00:59:12
Mondobubba on 07/01/2008 00:59:12
Obama voted uhnuhn terror stop. Nice!
Comment by Raine on 07/01/2008 01:00:21
The more I play it, the more right it sounds.
KO, is taking task Bo. Wow, oh wow
Raine on 07/01/2008 01:00:21
Quote by IzzyBitz:Quote by Shane-O:
See - I thought it was the Imperial Margarine commercial too -- and I can't find the Mac OS event trumpets (well done, Shane-O :thud:)
So it's not this: ?
I think that's it, Shane-O!
KO, is taking task Bo. Wow, oh wow
Comment by Shane-O on 07/01/2008 01:04:30
Not a god at all - I just asked a friend for it (:clown:) -- I was trying to find the sound for another reason - and thought it was from the Imperial Margarine ads.
Well - it's from an appearance by Bush in Mexico some years back.
Mystery solved.
Whew!
Shane-O on 07/01/2008 01:04:30
Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Shane-O:
See - I thought it was the Imperial Margarine commercial too -- and I can't find the Mac OS event trumpets (well done, Shane-O :thud:)
So it's not this: ?
Oh that is it. You are a GOD Shane-O! An ascended avatar of sounds. : tosses rose petals: :bow:
Well - it's from an appearance by Bush in Mexico some years back.
Mystery solved.
Whew!
Comment by TriSec on 07/01/2008 01:16:27
TriSec on 07/01/2008 01:16:27
Evening, folks...
Comment by livingonli on 07/01/2008 01:18:23
She hasn't been on the blog since the Memorial Day weekend. I know she was doing something then unless her computer finally died and she doesn't have a new one. :(
livingonli on 07/01/2008 01:18:23
Quote by Raine:Quote by Shane-O:
See - I thought it was the Imperial Margarine commercial too -- and I can't find the Mac OS event trumpets (well done, Shane-O :thud:)
So it's not this: ?
That tone still works. I still contend that The good doctor used the Imperial margarine version.
:ireland: where are you?
KO is Kicking ASS right now with his special comment. this one is decidedly BIAS. and I say FINE.
She hasn't been on the blog since the Memorial Day weekend. I know she was doing something then unless her computer finally died and she doesn't have a new one. :(
Comment by MMB on 07/01/2008 01:35:38
MMB on 07/01/2008 01:35:38
Home from birthday dinner with my friend Marlo and my mom. A great time was had by all. 48 is pretty great. Snuggled up with my baby Gen.Lee the most handsome man I have ever known he may be short but he has the attitude of a 6"2 manly man!!!!!!! Life is GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 
Comment by Scoopster on 07/01/2008 01:36:14
Scoopster on 07/01/2008 01:36:14
Ahhh.. home at last, the worries of end of year billing are finished. And now, it's time to kick back with a nice cold beer and dig around for silly images like this one:
Comment by clintster on 07/01/2008 01:46:37
clintster on 07/01/2008 01:46:37
By the way, the current Electoral Vote projection, according to electoral-vote.com:
317 Obama, 194 McCain, 27 tie.
317 Obama, 194 McCain, 27 tie.
Comment by capt on 07/01/2008 01:51:04
capt on 07/01/2008 01:51:04
I just heard on Maddow - McCain is DOWN 33% with latinos.
That is HUGE!
That is HUGE!
Comment by Raine on 07/01/2008 01:51:53
Mexico? hmm.. is a god friend.
We got it!
Raine on 07/01/2008 01:51:53
Quote by Shane-O:Not a god at all - I just asked a friend for it (:clown:) -- I was trying to find the sound for another reason - and thought it was from the Imperial Margarine ads.Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Shane-O:
See - I thought it was the Imperial Margarine commercial too -- and I can't find the Mac OS event trumpets (well done, Shane-O :thud:)
So it's not this: ?
Oh that is it. You are a GOD Shane-O! An ascended avatar of sounds. : tosses rose petals: :bow:
Well - it's from an appearance by Bush in Mexico some years back.
Mystery solved.
Whew!
is a god friend. We got it!
Comment by Raine on 07/01/2008 01:54:55
That is masterpiece...
Highbrow/Lowbrow/Unibrow....
:rofl:
Raine on 07/01/2008 01:54:55
Quote by Scoopster:
Ahhh.. home at last, the worries of end of year billing are finished. And now, it's time to kick back with a nice cold beer and dig around for silly images like this one:
Highbrow/Lowbrow/Unibrow....
:rofl:
Comment by Raine on 07/01/2008 01:57:21
Raine on 07/01/2008 01:57:21
Highbrow? Lowbrow? Uni-Brow?
Lol-Now....
Lol-Now....
Comment by Raine on 07/01/2008 02:02:48
Raine on 07/01/2008 02:02:48
:oolong: what is going on for you and the Mrs. this weekend?
Comment by capt on 07/01/2008 02:24:42
I think he is McMango mango mango!
capt on 07/01/2008 02:24:42
Quote by Raine:That is masterpiece...Quote by Scoopster:
Ahhh.. home at last, the worries of end of year billing are finished. And now, it's time to kick back with a nice cold beer and dig around for silly images like this one:
Highbrow/Lowbrow/Unibrow....
:rofl:
I think he is McMango mango mango!
Comment by clintster on 07/01/2008 02:25:18
Well, we're trying to figure it out. We had thought of going out to the Fourth celebration at Centennial Park on Fridee, but I think we're gonna go to the Horse Park in Conyers. A little less crowded, and closer. The firework show is supposed to be good, and it'll be the wee tot's first real exposure to by-Gawd fireworks.
Then again, if he has a day like he did today, it could be a wash. I picked him up from daycare, and he cried nonstop until he went to bed. He ordered me not to get gas in the Clintstermobile, but I ignored him cause, well, he's 4.
clintster on 07/01/2008 02:25:18
Quote by Raine:
:oolong: what is going on for you and the Mrs. this weekend?
Well, we're trying to figure it out. We had thought of going out to the Fourth celebration at Centennial Park on Fridee, but I think we're gonna go to the Horse Park in Conyers. A little less crowded, and closer. The firework show is supposed to be good, and it'll be the wee tot's first real exposure to by-Gawd fireworks.
Then again, if he has a day like he did today, it could be a wash. I picked him up from daycare, and he cried nonstop until he went to bed. He ordered me not to get gas in the Clintstermobile, but I ignored him cause, well, he's 4.