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Ask a Vet
Author: TriSec
Date: 04/15/2008 10:24:57
Good Morning.
Today is our 1,854th day in Iraq.
We'll start this morning as we always do, with the latest casualty figures courtesy of antiwar.com:
American Deaths
Since war began (3/19/03): 4035
Since "Mission Accomplished" (5/1/03): 3896
Since Capture of Saddam (12/13/03): 3574
Since Handover (6/29/04): 3176
Since Election (1/31/05): 2598
Other Coalition Troops: 309
US Military Deaths - Afghanistan: 491
We find this morning's cost of war passing through $ 511, 374, 550, 000.00 I heard yesterday on the Thom Hartmann program that it's costing us $5,000 a second to fight this war....and that's not too far off the mark. Go ahead; check the link and time it yourself.
Checking in with our friends at IAVA, we'll skip the politics today and instead take a look at a brave soldier...for there are honourable men and women that serve with distinction, despite the impossible tasks they've been given.
In 2006, Petty Officer Second Class Michael A. Monsoor died in Iraq while trying to protect the members of his team. On Tuesday, April 9th, he was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor.
You'd think that Officer Monsoor would be honoured with the correct amount of dignity and restraint....but this is the Bush 'administration', and nothing is done without calculation and intent. The award ceremony was last Tuesday, and that was no coincidence.
Changing gears....we'll take a look at the military family to wrap up today. For every soldier, there are parents, siblings, and often wives and children who remain at home and live with the consequences of war. The Pentagon is taking increasing interest in those who have remained behind....as military families often become "secondary casualties" in the warron terra...
I've said it before in this space...my eldest living relative fought in some of the more intense naval battles in the Pacific more than half a century ago...there's things he saw he still won't tell us about. Dr. Maddow once remarked that 'the war won't be over until the last, tortured veteran dies in his sleep 75 years from now.
This is what Bush's legacy will be.
Today is our 1,854th day in Iraq.
We'll start this morning as we always do, with the latest casualty figures courtesy of antiwar.com:
American Deaths
Since war began (3/19/03): 4035
Since "Mission Accomplished" (5/1/03): 3896
Since Capture of Saddam (12/13/03): 3574
Since Handover (6/29/04): 3176
Since Election (1/31/05): 2598
Other Coalition Troops: 309
US Military Deaths - Afghanistan: 491
We find this morning's cost of war passing through $ 511, 374, 550, 000.00 I heard yesterday on the Thom Hartmann program that it's costing us $5,000 a second to fight this war....and that's not too far off the mark. Go ahead; check the link and time it yourself.
Checking in with our friends at IAVA, we'll skip the politics today and instead take a look at a brave soldier...for there are honourable men and women that serve with distinction, despite the impossible tasks they've been given.
In 2006, Petty Officer Second Class Michael A. Monsoor died in Iraq while trying to protect the members of his team. On Tuesday, April 9th, he was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor.
CORONADO, Calif. - A Navy SEAL sacrificed his life to save his comrades by throwing himself on top of a grenade Iraqi insurgents tossed into their sniper hideout, fellow members of the elite force said.
Petty Officer 2nd Class Michael A. Monsoor had been near the only door to the rooftop structure Sept. 29 when the grenade hit him in the chest and bounced to the floor, said four SEALs who spoke to The Associated Press this week on condition of anonymity because their work requires their identities to remain secret.
"He never took his eye off the grenade, his only movement was down toward it," said a 28-year-old lieutenant who sustained shrapnel wounds to both legs that day. "He undoubtedly saved mine and the other SEALs' lives, and we owe him."
Monsoor, a 25-year-old gunner, was killed in the explosion in Ramadi, west of Baghdad. He was only the second SEAL to die in Iraq since the war began.
Two SEALs next to Monsoor were injured; another who was 10 to 15 feet from the blast was unhurt. The four had been working with Iraqi soldiers providing sniper security while U.S. and Iraqi forces conducted missions in the area.
In an interview at the SEALs' West Coast headquarters in Coronado, four members of the special force remembered "Mikey" as a loyal friend and a quiet, dedicated professional.
"He was just a fun-loving guy," said a 26-year-old petty officer 2nd class who went through the grueling 29-week SEAL training with Monsoor. "Always got something funny to say, always got a little mischievous look on his face."
Other SEALS described the Garden Grove, Calif., native as a modest and humble man who drew strength from his family and his faith. His father and brother are former Marines, said a 31-year-old petty officer 2nd class.
Prior to his death, Monsoor had already demonstrated courage under fire. He has been posthumously awarded the Silver Star for his actions May 9 in Ramadi, when he and another SEAL pulled a team member shot in the leg to safety while bullets pinged off the ground around them.
You'd think that Officer Monsoor would be honoured with the correct amount of dignity and restraint....but this is the Bush 'administration', and nothing is done without calculation and intent. The award ceremony was last Tuesday, and that was no coincidence.
...For this action, President Bush posthumously awarded Petty Officer Monsoor the Medal of Honor in a White House ceremony yesterday.
Within the military, we decorate our heroes (and Monsoor certainly is one) to reward their bravery and establish their example as one we might aspire to. Monsoor's actions deserve our admiration and awe.
I am deeply disturbed, however, by the White House's unfortunate decision to hold this ceremony on April 8, 2008 -- the same day as the Petraeus and Crocker testimony before Congress. The timing of this ceremony could not have been accidental. It was clearly a political maneuver; an attempt to leverage the personal valor of Petty Officer Monsoor for political gain. That is wrong. Petty Officer Monsoor's sacrifice and valor are worthy of their own day -- not one designed for maximum political advantage.
Changing gears....we'll take a look at the military family to wrap up today. For every soldier, there are parents, siblings, and often wives and children who remain at home and live with the consequences of war. The Pentagon is taking increasing interest in those who have remained behind....as military families often become "secondary casualties" in the warron terra...
Last Sunday's New York Times Sunday Styles section had an article entitled, "After War, Love Can Be a Battlefield" by Leslie Kaufman. The article was about the stresses and strains that the invasion and occupation of Iraq have placed on soldiers' marriages.
Major Levi Dunton told the Times that "he had trouble being involved with his family. He didn't find joy in being a parent to his two boys, 3 and 5 months. Little things made him angry." He made it clear, however, that other soldiers had it a lot worse.
According to the article, "Divorce rates for its personnel have been on the rise since 2003, the first year of war, when they were 2.9 percent. In 2004, divorce rates in the Army soared to 3.9 percent, propelled by a sharp rise in divorce among the usually much more stable officers corps. That rate has dropped, according to Army demographics, to 1.9 percent for officers and 3.5 percent for the entire Army in fiscal year 2007--which represents roughly 8,700 divorces in total. Female soldiers are the exception; they divorce at a rate of about 9 percent."
The Pentagon is trying to address the problem by holding marriage retreats in which they are encouraging spouses to have better communication with each other.
The military's diagnosis of the problem will undoubtedly revolve around the horrors of war and the effect that war has on the psyche of the individual.
That diagnosis is undoubtedly true but perhaps only partly. Unfortunately the military won't be able to have its soldiers confront another probable cause for their depression and malaise--deeply seated guilt over the wrongful killing of other human beings.
American soldiers serving in Iraq know that they will never be criminally prosecuted for killing Iraqis. In their minds, they are loyally serving their government by obeying the orders of their commander in chief. On the conscious level, they convince themselves that they are fighting to preserve America's freedom and values. They are convinced that they are risking their lives for a noble and heroic cause--helping the Iraqi people.
Any priest or psychiatrist will tell you, however, that a person's conscience and subconscious mind cannot be tricked so easily. When a person has engaged in grave wrongdoing, it is virtually impossible for him to escape the consequences of a conscience that begins to eat away at him. Moreover, the subconscious mind begins bedeviling him, producing all types of aberrant and dysfunctional behavior.
While it's true that some people, such as pathological serial killers, seem to experience no guilt or crises of conscience when they kill people, most of the soldiers in Iraq are ordinary Americans for whom the concept of right and wrong is very important to their lives.
My hunch is that U.S. soldiers serving in Iraq who are experiencing despondency, depression, malaise, and disintegrating family life are suffering from much more than post-traumatic-stress-disorder arising from rough battlefield conditions. My hunch is that they are also suffering the consequences of severe guilt arising from being part of a military force that attacked another country needlessly.
Every U.S. soldier knows that none of the people he killed (or maimed) ever attacked the United States and neither did their government or any of their countrymen. Deep down, every U.S. soldier in Iraq knows that he had no moral or legal right to kill the people he killed.
How can the wrongful killing of another human being, even if not subject to criminal prosecution, fail to produce depression, despondency, guilt, and malaise in most soldiers who have done the killing?
I've said it before in this space...my eldest living relative fought in some of the more intense naval battles in the Pacific more than half a century ago...there's things he saw he still won't tell us about. Dr. Maddow once remarked that 'the war won't be over until the last, tortured veteran dies in his sleep 75 years from now.
This is what Bush's legacy will be.
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Comment by 
shelaghc on 04/15/2008 11:57:48
shelaghc on 04/15/2008 11:57:48
Keep reminding us, Tri. We need to read this kind of information on a regular basis. I do miss Rachel's "ask a vet" segment on her current show, but I appreciate that she still brings in either Paul Reickhoff or the other veteran (whose name escapes me) from VoteVet on Tuesdays.
btw, here are a few important things others might like to keep in mind today:
From Paul Reickhoff:
GI Bill 2008
And from Jon Soltz:
And lastly from WesPAC:
btw, here are a few important things others might like to keep in mind today:
From Paul Reickhoff:
Thanks to your continued support, the new GI Bill has made some amazing progress in Congress in the last 48 hours. The Bill now has over 50 co-sponsors in the Senate and 188 in the House of Representatives. We are working hard to get it passed this year so our troops can start getting the benefits they deserve as soon as possible.
Today, IAVA ran ads in newspapers across the country, targeting influential Congressmen- both Democrats and Republicans- who haven't yet signed on. We've also launched a new website that will make it even easier for you to get involved in supporting the new GI Bill, at www.GIBill2008.org
At www.GIBill2008.org, you can get the latest updates on the progress of the Bill, see if your representatives have signed on and visit the Action Center. With a single click, you can submit a Letter to the Editor of your local newspaper, write your Senator or Congressman and tell your friends that you support the new GI Bill.
Forward this email on to your friends and let them know just how easy it is to support the new GI Bill. Be sure to check back at www.GIBill2008.org for updates.
Thank you for your support.
Sincerely,
Paul Rieckhoff
Iraq Veteran
Executive Director
Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America
GI Bill 2008
And from Jon Soltz:
Dear VoteVets.org Supporters,
Today, we're delivering your petition signatures to Senator McCain's office, urging him to co-sponsor the new GI Bill, sponsored by Senators Jim Webb and Chuck Hagel. With over 30,000 signatures, your message will be heard loud and clear. Now, let's take the next step.
WRITE YOUR MEMBERS OF CONGRESS HERE, URGING THEM TO SUPPORT A NEW GI BILL
Take a moment today to use our website to write a letter to your own senators and representative, urging them to back a new GI Bill. We've drafted some text for you, so all you need to do is enter your name and information, and click.
The Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act (S.22 & H.R.2702) will restore the promise of a cost-free education to those who serve in the military. The original GI Bill transformed American history, providing education for returning soldiers. The GI Bill not only recognized our nation's moral duty for the enormous sacrifices of our World War II veterans, but it helped create America's middle class and spurred decades of economic growth for our country.
Economists estimate that the original bill returned anywhere between $5 and $13 for every dollar we spent on it. But the original GI Bill has become woefully outdated, to the point where the average benefit doesn't even cover half the cost of an in-state student's education at a public college.
TELL CONGRESS TO RESTORE AMERICA'S PROMISE TO ITS TROOPS
It's time for Congress to really support those who served this nation, in uniform. It's time to pass a 21st Century GI Bill. Do your part, please, and write a letter to Congress now.
Thank you for all of your support.
Sincerely
Jon Soltz
Iraq War Veteran
Chairman, VoteVets.org
And lastly from WesPAC:
Wes Clark co-authored an Op-Ed in the Los Angeles Times, calling on John McCain to co-sponsor a new GI Bill for our veterans.
The following is an excerpt from the Op-Ed:
Sen. John McCain served his nation with honor in Vietnam, and he is right to be proud of his service. But by hedging on whether he will support a "GI Bill for the 21st Century," he is casting doubt on his own commitment to the newest generation of American heroes.
The Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act, sponsored by Sens. Jim Webb (D-Va.) and Chuck Hagel (R-Neb.), will restore the promise of a cost-free education to those who serve in the military. The original GI Bill transformed American history, providing education for returning soldiers. The GI Bill not only recognized our nation's moral duty for the enormous sacrifices of our World War II veterans, but it helped create America's middle class and spurred decades of economic growth for our country. Economists estimate that the original bill returned anywhere between $5 and $13 for every dollar we spent on it. But the original GI Bill has become woefully outdated, to the point where the average benefit doesn't even cover half the cost of an in-state student's education at a public college.
The Post-9/11 Veterans Act, which has an estimated cost between $2.5 billion and $4 billion, is common-sense legislation. With 51 cosponsors, including nine Republicans, the three other Vietnam War veterans in the Senate and former Secretary of the Navy John Warner, the bill simply updates what the late historian Stephen Ambrose called "the best piece of legislation ever passed by the U.S. Congress." Yet, faced with unprecedented filibusters, it needs 60 cosponsors. As de facto leader of the party, McCain could signal to other Republicans to sign on to the bill and assure passage.
Instead, McCain has said he hasn't had time to read the bill and isn't sure if he could support it. It's hard to believe that neither he nor anyone on his staff has had time to read such an important bill, which has been around since before he started running for president. But, even if true, McCain must do the right thing now, when his leadership is needed.
To read the entire article, please click here. Once you've read the article, please be sure to forward the link to all of your friends and family. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Catherine Grunden
Executive Director
WesPAC -- Securing America's Future
Wes Clark is calling on John McCain to co-sponsor a new GI Bill. Join Wes Clark and tell John McCain to stand up for our veterans.
Comment by 
m-hadley on 04/15/2008 12:16:40
m-hadley on 04/15/2008 12:16:40
mFaye - I've emailed you the .mp3 of the drop you requested. I'll also upload it as an audicon here, tomorrow. In terms of posting it on your web page - I'm not tech savvy enough to know how to do that. BobR and Raine are the blog gurus - perhaps they might have some info to assist in that regard...
BobR or Raine,
Could you help me with this? I'm trying to post an audio clip to my blog, but can't figure it out. Thanks mucho.
BTB, I survived my procedure yesterday and let me just say that a colonoscopy recovery room is just like a mensa meeting with farts minus smart people 
- (most) doctors and nurses excluded, of course!
Cheers,
mfaye
BobR or Raine,
Could you help me with this? I'm trying to post an audio clip to my blog, but can't figure it out. Thanks mucho.
BTB, I survived my procedure yesterday and let me just say that a colonoscopy recovery room is just like a mensa meeting with farts minus smart people - (most) doctors and nurses excluded, of course!Cheers,
mfaye
Comment by 
velveeta jones on 04/15/2008 13:19:30
velveeta jones on 04/15/2008 13:19:30
Morning all! Great post as usual TriSec. And I agree, I was angry at the "timing" of the Medal of Honor. Its not very Honorable to use the occassion for your own gain.
Anywho. Velveeta Jones update: I am up, out of bed and dressed. I will attempt work later today. This "viral infection" that the doctors say I have, really does need a name. I mean, something this bad really should be called something!
Here are my suggestion that I'm submitting to the Urgent Care Clinic:
Walking Death
5 Days in Bed
Dry-Heave-itis
Someone, Kill me now!
All good names............
Anywho. Velveeta Jones update: I am up, out of bed and dressed. I will attempt work later today. This "viral infection" that the doctors say I have, really does need a name. I mean, something this bad really should be called something!
Here are my suggestion that I'm submitting to the Urgent Care Clinic:
Walking Death
5 Days in Bed
Dry-Heave-itis
Someone, Kill me now!
All good names............
Comment by velveeta jones on 04/15/2008 13:22:26
velveeta jones on 04/15/2008 13:22:26
Faye, so glad you survived that procedure. Hope you're okay!
Comment by 
livingonli on 04/15/2008 13:22:38
livingonli on 04/15/2008 13:22:38
Good morning everyone. 
I don't even have any medical exploits to share.
I don't even have any medical exploits to share.
Comment by 
starling310 on 04/15/2008 13:24:25
starling310 on 04/15/2008 13:24:25
Good morning all. 
:star:'s commute today ----> :kickcan::kickcan::kickcan::kickcan::kickcan: :kickcan:
NPR was reporting that Obama's Campaign has still not "recovered" from Obama's assertion that Blue Collar workers are bitter.
Can we please find a blue collar who will verify that assertion.
: blue collar worker : Hi. I am a Blue Collar Worker. I am bitter.
:star:'s commute today ----> :kickcan::kickcan::kickcan::kickcan::kickcan: :kickcan:
NPR was reporting that Obama's Campaign has still not "recovered" from Obama's assertion that Blue Collar workers are bitter.
Can we please find a blue collar who will verify that assertion.
: blue collar worker : Hi. I am a Blue Collar Worker. I am bitter.
Comment by starling310 on 04/15/2008 13:25:54
starling310 on 04/15/2008 13:25:54
Oh yeah. Faye? YOWZA! 
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 13:30:30
livingonli on 04/15/2008 13:30:30
I'm just glad our bloggers are feeling better though.
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 13:37:01
livingonli on 04/15/2008 13:37:01
:star: Too bad you can't work from home more often.
Comment by starling310 on 04/15/2008 13:39:06
starling310 on 04/15/2008 13:39:06
Huh...it's un-American, according to O'reilly, to compare an American to Al-Qaeda. Hm...so, maybe Republicans should stop calling their Democratic Congressional Counterparts "Terrorists" for saying they want to get out of Iraq.
Just sayin.
What is good for DA GOOSE!
Just sayin.
What is good for DA GOOSE!
Comment by starling310 on 04/15/2008 13:42:51
starling310 on 04/15/2008 13:42:51
It is. As it should. Gay Culture is AWESOME!
"GAY CULTURE" -------> 
:Rainbow:
"GAY CULTURE" ------->
:Rainbow:
Comment by 
Raine on 04/15/2008 13:43:09
Raine on 04/15/2008 13:43:09
Good Morning! 
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 13:43:23
livingonli on 04/15/2008 13:43:23
Sean with the talking point fritata. 
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 13:43:59
livingonli on 04/15/2008 13:43:59
Good morning Raine.
Comment by starling310 on 04/15/2008 13:45:43
starling310 on 04/15/2008 13:45:43
:: free credit report dot com ad ::
Anyone who still uses the word "Posse" deserves to get laughed at.
Anyone who still uses the word "Posse" deserves to get laughed at.
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 13:46:54
Heya FAye!
Glad to hear that it all ended up well in the end for you... :P
As far as the uploading of the sound, we are gonna have to have bobber look at it, but I know that he wrote the code for this blog for that to happen. Not sure how things work with blogspot...
He is currently en route to the office, so when he get's in we can
at him.
Raine on 04/15/2008 13:46:54
Quote by m-hadley:
mFaye - I've emailed you the .mp3 of the drop you requested. I'll also upload it as an audicon here, tomorrow. In terms of posting it on your web page - I'm not tech savvy enough to know how to do that. BobR and Raine are the blog gurus - perhaps they might have some info to assist in that regard...
BobR or Raine,
Could you help me with this? I'm trying to post an audio clip to my blog, but can't figure it out. Thanks mucho.
Cheers,
mfaye
Glad to hear that it all ended up well in the end for you... :P
As far as the uploading of the sound, we are gonna have to have bobber look at it, but I know that he wrote the code for this blog for that to happen. Not sure how things work with blogspot...
He is currently en route to the office, so when he get's in we can
at him.
Comment by right wing hater on 04/15/2008 13:48:25
Good morning everyone!
Hey...Shane-o, sound bits are excellent. Wanted to ask you if you think you could start a 'Bushisms' sound byte collection?
I've got some decent links if you're interested
Hey...Shane-o, sound bits are excellent. Wanted to ask you if you think you could start a 'Bushisms' sound byte collection?
I've got some decent links if you're interested
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 13:49:11
Raine on 04/15/2008 13:49:11
VJ, Glad to read that you are doing better.
PUHLEEZE take it easy, we don't want you to end up with pnuemonia too...
PUHLEEZE take it easy, we don't want you to end up with pnuemonia too...
Comment by m-hadley on 04/15/2008 13:49:17
Mornin' Everybody,
I'm back at work, but apparently shouldn't be cause I don't have the proper paperwork. Ah, well, trying to be a good scout gets you nowhere in this world I guess :D
Still have the runs
(Forgive me if that is too much information 
)
Cheers,
mfaye :)
m-hadley on 04/15/2008 13:49:17
Quote by starling310:
Oh yeah. Faye? YOWZA!
Mornin' Everybody,
I'm back at work, but apparently shouldn't be cause I don't have the proper paperwork. Ah, well, trying to be a good scout gets you nowhere in this world I guess :D
Still have the runs
(Forgive me if that is too much information )Cheers,
mfaye :)
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 13:50:52
Raine on 04/15/2008 13:50:52
Lieberman said that as well about Barack...
Comment by starling310 on 04/15/2008 13:51:49
starling310 on 04/15/2008 13:51:49
This election I am voting for BLACK POWER!
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 13:52:03
Raine on 04/15/2008 13:52:03
a communist Black militant Goldwater girl!!! 
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 13:53:51
livingonli on 04/15/2008 13:53:51
Maybe Dick Morris and LIEberman should get a room together?
TMI indeed mfaye, but glad you're well and with us.
TMI indeed mfaye, but glad you're well and with us.
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 13:59:55
Raine on 04/15/2008 13:59:55
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 14:01:32
Raine on 04/15/2008 14:01:32
RWH, are you still around?
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 14:08:18
Raine on 04/15/2008 14:08:18
:rofl: OMG, this is hilarious!
Comment by 
wickedpam on 04/15/2008 14:08:20
wickedpam on 04/15/2008 14:08:20
Morning :hug:
Comment by wickedpam on 04/15/2008 14:08:55
wickedpam on 04/15/2008 14:08:55
Oh my! Very funny Shane-O!
Comment by starling310 on 04/15/2008 14:09:29
starling310 on 04/15/2008 14:09:29
I don't like people who brag about killing innocent animals. I ESPECIALLY don't like when a member of the Democratic party brags about killing innocent animals.
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 14:11:09
Send the links to the staff, we can take care of those too, RWH.
:peace:
I know we talked about it, but sometimes we need a reminder...
Raine on 04/15/2008 14:11:09
Quote by right wing hater:
Good morning everyone!
Hey...Shane-o, sound bits are excellent. Wanted to ask you if you think you could start a 'Bushisms' sound byte collection?
I've got some decent links if you're interested
:peace:
I know we talked about it, but sometimes we need a reminder...
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 14:12:09
livingonli on 04/15/2008 14:12:09
Good morning Mala. How's it going?
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 14:16:17
livingonli on 04/15/2008 14:16:17
Being a Republican means getting away with being a criminal. I guarantee you that if he was a Democrat, he would be testifying in the DC Madam trial.
Comment by wickedpam on 04/15/2008 14:17:18
wickedpam on 04/15/2008 14:17:18
Right now, everything's going fine Liv.
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 14:19:17
Raine on 04/15/2008 14:19:17
:rofl: Der leader singing 99 luftballoons!!! Brilliant!
Comment by wickedpam on 04/15/2008 14:19:37
wickedpam on 04/15/2008 14:19:37
ruffed barroons :spit:
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 14:23:11
Raine on 04/15/2008 14:23:11
Volcano erupts in Columbia....
The extent of the eruption was not clear, but even minor eruptions could cause landslides and flooding by melting the snow and ice cap atop the 17,484-foot volcano, and authorities maintained a red alert for settlements near the volcano.
About 3,500 people were leaving or being evacuated from the villages of Belalcazar and Paez, which are susceptible to flooding of the Rio Paez, said Carlos Marquez, national director the Red Cross, on radio Caracol.
The extent of the eruption was not clear, but even minor eruptions could cause landslides and flooding by melting the snow and ice cap atop the 17,484-foot volcano, and authorities maintained a red alert for settlements near the volcano.
About 3,500 people were leaving or being evacuated from the villages of Belalcazar and Paez, which are susceptible to flooding of the Rio Paez, said Carlos Marquez, national director the Red Cross, on radio Caracol.
Comment by velveeta jones on 04/15/2008 14:23:35
velveeta jones on 04/15/2008 14:23:35
Marching to FREEDOM in Iraq: 53 Iraqis dead yesterday via bombings, including two children.
:(
:(
Comment by 
Shane-O on 04/15/2008 14:25:34
Shane-O on 04/15/2008 14:25:34
Mornin' Up late, didn't finish the Looney Tunes thing till about 2 - so 
I was able to put up yesterday's calls from 4F members later.
Shayla:
AZ-Turq:
Also, per mFaye's request -
's fav new drop:
Up late, didn't finish the Looney Tunes thing till about 2 - so I was able to put up yesterday's calls from 4F members later.
Shayla:
AZ-Turq:
Also, per mFaye's request -
's fav new drop:
Comment by starling310 on 04/15/2008 14:28:10
starling310 on 04/15/2008 14:28:10
Good point Gaye. I bought toilet roll yesterday....it has gone up to $1.00 a roll!!! $1.00 a roll for the SCOTT Tissue. Used to be 74 cents.
"F*ckin' Frank!
"F*ckin' Frank!
Comment by 
BobR on 04/15/2008 14:29:30
BobR on 04/15/2008 14:29:30
Morning, folks...
Comment by BobR on 04/15/2008 14:31:36
You say that like it's a bad thing!
BobR on 04/15/2008 14:31:36
Quote by livingonli:
Good morning everyone.
I don't even have any medical exploits to share.
You say that like it's a bad thing!
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 14:32:24
livingonli on 04/15/2008 14:32:24
Good morning BobR.
I noticed that on my computer that the audicons aren't as loud as they used to be.
I noticed that on my computer that the audicons aren't as loud as they used to be.
Comment by BobR on 04/15/2008 14:34:44
I wrote the code for this blog, and created special DB tables and pages for uploading sound files and storing the information about them. If you have a place where you can upload any kind of file (like personal storage space from your ISP), I would recommend doing that, and then just putting a link to it in your blog.
I have never used blogspot, so I don't know what the capabilities are...
BobR on 04/15/2008 14:34:44
Quote by m-hadley:
mFaye - I've emailed you the .mp3 of the drop you requested. I'll also upload it as an audicon here, tomorrow. In terms of posting it on your web page - I'm not tech savvy enough to know how to do that. BobR and Raine are the blog gurus - perhaps they might have some info to assist in that regard...
BobR or Raine,
Could you help me with this? I'm trying to post an audio clip to my blog, but can't figure it out. Thanks mucho.
Cheers,
mfaye
I wrote the code for this blog, and created special DB tables and pages for uploading sound files and storing the information about them. If you have a place where you can upload any kind of file (like personal storage space from your ISP), I would recommend doing that, and then just putting a link to it in your blog.
I have never used blogspot, so I don't know what the capabilities are...
Comment by starling310 on 04/15/2008 14:35:10
starling310 on 04/15/2008 14:35:10
Caller asking people to think. Pppfffttt..... 
Comment by starling310 on 04/15/2008 14:36:56
starling310 on 04/15/2008 14:36:56
:drool: <------ Chris "spittle" Matthews
Comment by starling310 on 04/15/2008 14:38:39
starling310 on 04/15/2008 14:38:39
They were yelling "NO. NO. WE ARE BITTER!!! OPEN YER FRIGGIN EYES!"
Comment by BobR on 04/15/2008 14:39:13
The page I set up was for Shane-O's sound bits that get played on the SMS. There are already a bunch of websites with Bushisms, and - considering he will be put out to pasture in about 9 months - I don't know that it makes sense to host all of those.
Perhaps we could create a board thread or dedicated blog post with links to the sites that have them?
BobR on 04/15/2008 14:39:13
Quote by right wing hater:
Good morning everyone!
Hey...Shane-o, sound bits are excellent. Wanted to ask you if you think you could start a 'Bushisms' sound byte collection?
I've got some decent links if you're interested
The page I set up was for Shane-O's sound bits that get played on the SMS. There are already a bunch of websites with Bushisms, and - considering he will be put out to pasture in about 9 months - I don't know that it makes sense to host all of those.
Perhaps we could create a board thread or dedicated blog post with links to the sites that have them?
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 14:39:55
let me ponder that....
Raine on 04/15/2008 14:39:55
Quote by starling310:
Caller asking people to think. Pppfffttt.....
Comment by BobR on 04/15/2008 14:41:15
BobR on 04/15/2008 14:41:15
Quote by starling310:
:drool: <------ Chris "spittle" Matthews
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 14:42:24
(I always end up doing this to you at work... )
:unsure: oh dear
Raine on 04/15/2008 14:42:24
Quote by starling310:
:drool: <------ Chris "spittle" Matthews
(I always end up doing this to you at work... )
:unsure: oh dear
Comment by starling310 on 04/15/2008 14:44:04
starling310 on 04/15/2008 14:44:04
Raine. Raine. Raine. Raine. Raine. :headshake:
*sigh* :: ross geller :: I'll watch it when I get hooome.
*sigh* :: ross geller :: I'll watch it when I get hooome.
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 14:47:21
I am sorry!
The vid just screamed for a post!
Raine on 04/15/2008 14:47:21
Quote by starling310:
Raine. Raine. Raine. Raine. Raine. :headshake:
*sigh* :: ross geller :: I'll watch it when I get hooome.
The vid just screamed for a post!
Comment by starling310 on 04/15/2008 14:48:50
starling310 on 04/15/2008 14:48:50
I am on the edge of bitter. It's the town line of cynical. I can cross over at ANY MOMENT!
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 14:49:36
Raine on 04/15/2008 14:49:36
That whole shot thing baffles me. Really baffles me.
Comment by starling310 on 04/15/2008 14:49:42
starling310 on 04/15/2008 14:49:42
Poor ducks. 
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 14:50:24
livingonli on 04/15/2008 14:50:24
Leave the ducks alone. They don't deserve to be shot at.
Now, Geese on the other hand.
Now, Geese on the other hand.
Comment by wickedpam on 04/15/2008 14:50:31
wickedpam on 04/15/2008 14:50:31
I understand the hunting if you are shooting food to put on your table but I don't get it just to kill something.
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 14:50:33
Raine on 04/15/2008 14:50:33
:rofl: I am sorry, I thought what Barack said was funny.
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 14:51:22
I am with you there.
At least Huckster ATE those squirrels.
Raine on 04/15/2008 14:51:22
Quote by wickedpam:
I understand the hunting if you are shooting food to put on your table but I don't get it just to kill something.
I am with you there.
At least Huckster ATE those squirrels.
Comment by velveeta jones on 04/15/2008 14:51:42
velveeta jones on 04/15/2008 14:51:42
Okay ya'll .............. going back to bed. This getting dressed scenario may have pre-mature.
But, I am going to go to work at 2pm............ I MUST!!!!
But, I am going to go to work at 2pm............ I MUST!!!!
Comment by BobR on 04/15/2008 14:52:23
BobR on 04/15/2008 14:52:23
I had some delicious Peking Duck on Sat. night... yum!!
Comment by starling310 on 04/15/2008 14:52:30
starling310 on 04/15/2008 14:52:30
Yes Buddy, you are correct. But, so many people are like NOEL, and they want it spoon fed to them like they're an infant!!
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 14:54:17
Geese in most places cannot be shot, they are considered migratory birds. HOWEVER... IF they become a nuisance, a little known secret, put unsweetened grape coolade in a miracle grow water spray bottle and spray it on the lawn.
Canadian Geese HATE concord grapes, and there is just enough in the packet to do the trick!
And here end the tip of the day section of le blog
Raine on 04/15/2008 14:54:17
Quote by livingonli:
Leave the ducks alone. They don't deserve to be shot at.
Now, Geese on the other hand.
Geese in most places cannot be shot, they are considered migratory birds. HOWEVER... IF they become a nuisance, a little known secret, put unsweetened grape coolade in a miracle grow water spray bottle and spray it on the lawn.
Canadian Geese HATE concord grapes, and there is just enough in the packet to do the trick!
And here end the tip of the day section of le blog
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 14:55:20
Raine on 04/15/2008 14:55:20
20 years... McCain must be denied the office.
Otherwise we will have 20 years of conservative rule in the SCOTUS.
Otherwise we will have 20 years of conservative rule in the SCOTUS.
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 14:57:36
Raine on 04/15/2008 14:57:36
6 days till Pa. 6 MORE DAYS. It cannot happen soon enough, I tell you.
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 14:59:58
:drool: <------ From the Duck, not the muse. :P
Raine on 04/15/2008 14:59:58
Quote by BobR:
I had some delicious Peking Duck on Sat. night... yum!!
:drool: <------ From the Duck, not the muse. :P
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 15:04:29
Even more than McCain screwing up the economy and more war, the federal courts would be packed with right-wing ideologues that will make it even more difficult to undo the damage the Cons that have done to this country because they will block any legislation by the Democrats just like when the Supreme Court declared some of the New Deal legislation unconstitutional.
livingonli on 04/15/2008 15:04:29
Quote by Raine:
20 years... McCain must be denied the office.
Otherwise we will have 20 years of conservative rule in the SCOTUS.
Even more than McCain screwing up the economy and more war, the federal courts would be packed with right-wing ideologues that will make it even more difficult to undo the damage the Cons that have done to this country because they will block any legislation by the Democrats just like when the Supreme Court declared some of the New Deal legislation unconstitutional.
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 15:04:58
Raine on 04/15/2008 15:04:58
Oh dear...
This is NOT a good photo...
This is NOT a good photo...
Comment by starling310 on 04/15/2008 15:05:06
starling310 on 04/15/2008 15:05:06
SAVE THE DUCKS!
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 15:07:02
Quack!!! Quack!!!
Raine on 04/15/2008 15:07:02
Quote by starling310:
SAVE THE DUCKS!
Quack!!!
Comment by starling310 on 04/15/2008 15:07:47
starling310 on 04/15/2008 15:07:47
Ooh...GREEN960 just played a campaign ad for Shirley Golub, Nancy Pelosi's opposition in '08 for her Congressional seat.
:clap:
:clap:
Comment by starling310 on 04/15/2008 15:08:31
starling310 on 04/15/2008 15:08:31
When did KO say that?
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 15:09:28
We definitely don't want her drinking with us.
livingonli on 04/15/2008 15:09:28
Quote by Raine:
Oh dear...
This is NOT a good photo...
We definitely don't want her drinking with us.
Comment by starling310 on 04/15/2008 15:10:14
starling310 on 04/15/2008 15:10:14
Avon, CT....Mmmm....probably true. 
Comment by wickedpam on 04/15/2008 15:10:24
Love the guy watching over her shoulder, like he's making sure she drinks it.
wickedpam on 04/15/2008 15:10:24
Quote by Raine:
Oh dear...
This is NOT a good photo...
Love the guy watching over her shoulder, like he's making sure she drinks it.
Comment by BobR on 04/15/2008 15:11:22
BobR on 04/15/2008 15:11:22
So the McCain girls were a prank - I thought it odd that black women would be supporting McCain... 
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 15:11:41
Raine on 04/15/2008 15:11:41
Comment by BobR on 04/15/2008 15:12:23
Ten Seconds Later: It's Girls Gone Wild!! :boobs2:
BobR on 04/15/2008 15:12:23
Quote by Raine:
Oh dear...
This is NOT a good photo...
Ten Seconds Later: It's Girls Gone Wild!! :boobs2:
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 15:12:49
They are still torturous. Don't MAKE me post it again!
Raine on 04/15/2008 15:12:49
Quote by BobR:
So the McCain girls were a prank - I thought it odd that black women would be supporting McCain...
Comment by wickedpam on 04/15/2008 15:16:48
wickedpam on 04/15/2008 15:16:48
heads stuck in a vase! PSA humor :spit:
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 15:17:25
Raine on 04/15/2008 15:17:25
Whenever I hear the Dean/Ahnold Drop I miss MGM... :(
Comment by wickedpam on 04/15/2008 15:18:28
wickedpam on 04/15/2008 15:18:28
I haven't seen MGM in a long while. WOnder where he toddled off to. I miss him too.
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 15:21:41
I understand why he didn't feel comfortable about coming over here, but to see him disappear altogether after seeing him for more than three years on a nearly daily basis at the other place is strange.
Raine on 04/15/2008 15:21:41
Quote by wickedpam:
I haven't seen MGM in a long while. WOnder where he toddled off to. I miss him too.
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 15:26:44
Raine on 04/15/2008 15:26:44
THIS is what Taxpayers are paying for?!?!?! :rage: The Bear Stearns CEO will keep his job while 7000 people are going to get laid off!?!?!?!
F*cking Frank!
F*cking Frank!
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 15:27:52
Raine on 04/15/2008 15:27:52
I love edamame!
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 15:28:55
Raine on 04/15/2008 15:28:55
I would love to see Anderson Cooper anchoring the news. He used to be on ABC a few years ago.
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 15:40:40
Raine on 04/15/2008 15:40:40
Bill press is pretty funny on the big shoe!
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 15:44:40
He popped up a few times last week. I believe that his salt mine has consumed him so he's only able to surface occasionally.
livingonli on 04/15/2008 15:44:40
Quote by Raine:I understand why he didn't feel comfortable about coming over here, but to see him disappear altogether after seeing him for more than three years on a nearly daily basis at the other place is strange.Quote by wickedpam:
I haven't seen MGM in a long while. WOnder where he toddled off to. I miss him too.
He popped up a few times last week. I believe that his salt mine has consumed him so he's only able to surface occasionally.
Comment by BobR on 04/15/2008 15:45:28
BobR on 04/15/2008 15:45:28
Quote by Raine:
THIS is what Taxpayers are paying for?!?!?! :rage: The Bear Stearns CEO will keep his job while 7000 people are going to get laid off!?!?!?!
F*cking Frank!
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 15:48:34
This is where you need the middle finger emoticon.
livingonli on 04/15/2008 15:48:34
Quote by BobR:Quote by Raine:
THIS is what Taxpayers are paying for?!?!?! :rage: The Bear Stearns CEO will keep his job while 7000 people are going to get laid off!?!?!?!
F*cking Frank!
This is where you need the middle finger emoticon.
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 15:50:41
Raine on 04/15/2008 15:50:41
Now this is a bit old, and I would LOVE to see Ron Paul replaced with A dem at the end, but it is a pretty funny vid....
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 15:55:58
Raine on 04/15/2008 15:55:58
Give this woman a TV show MSNBC!
Once again, she schools during a discussion of *Bittergate*
Once again, she schools during a discussion of *Bittergate*
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 16:20:32
livingonli on 04/15/2008 16:20:32
Where did everyone go? 
Comment by shelaghc on 04/15/2008 16:34:16
shelaghc on 04/15/2008 16:34:16
Did anyone ever try the links I put in my post?
Comment by wickedpam on 04/15/2008 16:35:31
wickedpam on 04/15/2008 16:35:31
THink I missed your post w/links
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 16:36:18
livingonli on 04/15/2008 16:36:18
Was busy catching up on other stuff. Hope to later.
Now I have to go out and run some errands and there's no talk radio to listen to after 1 PM now here in New York (I can listen to the first hour of Thom on Sirius).
Now I have to go out and run some errands and there's no talk radio to listen to after 1 PM now here in New York (I can listen to the first hour of Thom on Sirius).
Comment by shelaghc on 04/15/2008 16:40:33
It was the first post of the morning after Trisec posted the blog.
shelaghc on 04/15/2008 16:40:33
Quote by wickedpam:
THink I missed your post w/links
It was the first post of the morning after Trisec posted the blog.
Comment by 
Mondobubba on 04/15/2008 16:45:18
Oh I think I had that! My names for it included dropsy, the gripe, the bloody flux.
Mondobubba on 04/15/2008 16:45:18
Quote by velveeta jones:
Morning all! Great post as usual TriSec. And I agree, I was angry at the "timing" of the Medal of Honor. Its not very Honorable to use the occassion for your own gain.
Anywho. Velveeta Jones update: I am up, out of bed and dressed. I will attempt work later today. This "viral infection" that the doctors say I have, really does need a name. I mean, something this bad really should be called something!
Here are my suggestion that I'm submitting to the Urgent Care Clinic:
Walking Death
5 Days in Bed
Dry-Heave-itis
Someone, Kill me now!
All good names............
Oh I think I had that! My names for it included dropsy, the gripe, the bloody flux.
Comment by shelaghc on 04/15/2008 16:47:38
Bumping
shelaghc on 04/15/2008 16:47:38
Quote by shelaghc:
Keep reminding us, Tri. We need to read this kind of information on a regular basis. I do miss Rachel's "ask a vet" segment on her current show, but I appreciate that she still brings in either Paul Reickhoff or the other veteran (whose name escapes me) from VoteVet on Tuesdays.
btw, here are a few important things others might like to keep in mind today:
From Paul Reickhoff:Thanks to your continued support, the new GI Bill has made some amazing progress in Congress in the last 48 hours. The Bill now has over 50 co-sponsors in the Senate and 188 in the House of Representatives. We are working hard to get it passed this year so our troops can start getting the benefits they deserve as soon as possible.
Today, IAVA ran ads in newspapers across the country, targeting influential Congressmen- both Democrats and Republicans- who haven't yet signed on. We've also launched a new website that will make it even easier for you to get involved in supporting the new GI Bill, at www.GIBill2008.org
At www.GIBill2008.org, you can get the latest updates on the progress of the Bill, see if your representatives have signed on and visit the Action Center. With a single click, you can submit a Letter to the Editor of your local newspaper, write your Senator or Congressman and tell your friends that you support the new GI Bill.
Forward this email on to your friends and let them know just how easy it is to support the new GI Bill. Be sure to check back at www.GIBill2008.org for updates.
Thank you for your support.
Sincerely,
Paul Rieckhoff
Iraq Veteran
Executive Director
Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America
GI Bill 2008
And from Jon Soltz:Dear VoteVets.org Supporters,
Today, we're delivering your petition signatures to Senator McCain's office, urging him to co-sponsor the new GI Bill, sponsored by Senators Jim Webb and Chuck Hagel. With over 30,000 signatures, your message will be heard loud and clear. Now, let's take the next step.
WRITE YOUR MEMBERS OF CONGRESS HERE, URGING THEM TO SUPPORT A NEW GI BILL
Take a moment today to use our website to write a letter to your own senators and representative, urging them to back a new GI Bill. We've drafted some text for you, so all you need to do is enter your name and information, and click.
The Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act (S.22 & H.R.2702) will restore the promise of a cost-free education to those who serve in the military. The original GI Bill transformed American history, providing education for returning soldiers. The GI Bill not only recognized our nation's moral duty for the enormous sacrifices of our World War II veterans, but it helped create America's middle class and spurred decades of economic growth for our country.
Economists estimate that the original bill returned anywhere between $5 and $13 for every dollar we spent on it. But the original GI Bill has become woefully outdated, to the point where the average benefit doesn't even cover half the cost of an in-state student's education at a public college.
TELL CONGRESS TO RESTORE AMERICA'S PROMISE TO ITS TROOPS
It's time for Congress to really support those who served this nation, in uniform. It's time to pass a 21st Century GI Bill. Do your part, please, and write a letter to Congress now.
Thank you for all of your support.
Sincerely
Jon Soltz
Iraq War Veteran
Chairman, VoteVets.org
And lastly from WesPAC:Wes Clark co-authored an Op-Ed in the Los Angeles Times, calling on John McCain to co-sponsor a new GI Bill for our veterans.
The following is an excerpt from the Op-Ed:
Sen. John McCain served his nation with honor in Vietnam, and he is right to be proud of his service. But by hedging on whether he will support a "GI Bill for the 21st Century," he is casting doubt on his own commitment to the newest generation of American heroes.
The Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act, sponsored by Sens. Jim Webb (D-Va.) and Chuck Hagel (R-Neb.), will restore the promise of a cost-free education to those who serve in the military. The original GI Bill transformed American history, providing education for returning soldiers. The GI Bill not only recognized our nation's moral duty for the enormous sacrifices of our World War II veterans, but it helped create America's middle class and spurred decades of economic growth for our country. Economists estimate that the original bill returned anywhere between $5 and $13 for every dollar we spent on it. But the original GI Bill has become woefully outdated, to the point where the average benefit doesn't even cover half the cost of an in-state student's education at a public college.
The Post-9/11 Veterans Act, which has an estimated cost between $2.5 billion and $4 billion, is common-sense legislation. With 51 cosponsors, including nine Republicans, the three other Vietnam War veterans in the Senate and former Secretary of the Navy John Warner, the bill simply updates what the late historian Stephen Ambrose called "the best piece of legislation ever passed by the U.S. Congress." Yet, faced with unprecedented filibusters, it needs 60 cosponsors. As de facto leader of the party, McCain could signal to other Republicans to sign on to the bill and assure passage.
Instead, McCain has said he hasn't had time to read the bill and isn't sure if he could support it. It's hard to believe that neither he nor anyone on his staff has had time to read such an important bill, which has been around since before he started running for president. But, even if true, McCain must do the right thing now, when his leadership is needed.
To read the entire article, please click here. Once you've read the article, please be sure to forward the link to all of your friends and family. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Catherine Grunden
Executive Director
WesPAC -- Securing America's Future
Wes Clark is calling on John McCain to co-sponsor a new GI Bill. Join Wes Clark and tell John McCain to stand up for our veterans.
Bumping
Comment by wickedpam on 04/15/2008 16:51:05
wickedpam on 04/15/2008 16:51:05
Thanks for the bump Shelagh :)
Comment by wickedpam on 04/15/2008 18:03:24
wickedpam on 04/15/2008 18:03:24
What the hell is this idea of McCranky's that the gov't suspend gas taxs from memorial day to labor day? UM - hey Doofus, if taxes don't get paid how do we pay for roads, military, schools, clean air and water and so on!
Idiot!
Idiot!
Comment by 
TriSec on 04/15/2008 18:34:13
TriSec on 04/15/2008 18:34:13
TriSec + Saltbox House =
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/15/2008 18:39:06
Mondobubba on 04/15/2008 18:39:06
:rofl: Colbert: Dennis Kucinich manged to get his Precious back from the meddling hobbitses. :rofl:
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 19:00:26
:rofl:
I was away, but I heard about this on the news. Not only is this preposterous, but he is proposing it to happen this year...
Which means he can't use this as a campaign issue, he is going to have to put it into legislation... it won't get past committee...
Eh is talking like this is something that he would do as president, and yet... the house and the senate would have to make it happen. What a tool.
Raine on 04/15/2008 19:00:26
Quote by wickedpam:
What the hell is this idea of McCranky's that the gov't suspend gas taxs from memorial day to labor day? UM - hey Doofus, if taxes don't get paid how do we pay for roads, military, schools, clean air and water and so on!
Idiot!
I was away, but I heard about this on the news. Not only is this preposterous, but he is proposing it to happen this year...
Which means he can't use this as a campaign issue, he is going to have to put it into legislation... it won't get past committee...
Eh is talking like this is something that he would do as president, and yet... the house and the senate would have to make it happen. What a tool.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/15/2008 19:05:40
Point of order here, the Fed gas tax goes to highway fixing upping n stuff. So since that isn't really happening, suspending the gas tax plays well with those "bitter" voters.
Mondobubba on 04/15/2008 19:05:40
Quote by Raine::rofl:Quote by wickedpam:
What the hell is this idea of McCranky's that the gov't suspend gas taxs from memorial day to labor day? UM - hey Doofus, if taxes don't get paid how do we pay for roads, military, schools, clean air and water and so on!
Idiot!
I was away, but I heard about this on the news. Not only is this preposterous, but he is proposing it to happen this year...
Which means he can't use this as a campaign issue, he is going to have to put it into legislation... it won't get past committee...
Eh is talking like this is something that he would do as president, and yet... the house and the senate would have to make it happen. What a tool.
Point of order here, the Fed gas tax goes to highway fixing upping n stuff. So since that isn't really happening, suspending the gas tax plays well with those "bitter" voters.
Comment by wickedpam on 04/15/2008 19:07:42
wickedpam on 04/15/2008 19:07:42
um is this part of the show?
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/15/2008 19:09:27
Mondobubba on 04/15/2008 19:09:27
Oh Gebus! McCranky on with Tweety for the howah tonight! Should be a hoot : eyeroll:
Well this sitting around has worn me out. I hate being sick like this I went to the lye-berry earlier and I was totally wasted.
Hmm Pope's coming to the US time to resurect my 30 plus year old plan to kidnap the Pope. A dollar from every Catholic in world for the ransom. Who's with me?? Blog project? Anybody?
Well this sitting around has worn me out. I hate being sick like this I went to the lye-berry earlier and I was totally wasted.
Hmm Pope's coming to the US time to resurect my 30 plus year old plan to kidnap the Pope. A dollar from every Catholic in world for the ransom. Who's with me?? Blog project? Anybody?
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 19:14:09
Raine on 04/15/2008 19:14:09
That P.O.O. is important to me, because I am thinking that he is trying to use his votes as a fake campaign issue.
I call it pandering empty bullshit, your mileage may vary.
I think those *bitter* people know better than pandering legislation these days. McCain is going to introduce this now? When it will never get out of committee?
cough*bull* cough* sh* it*
I call it pandering empty bullshit, your mileage may vary.
I think those *bitter* people know better than pandering legislation these days. McCain is going to introduce this now? When it will never get out of committee?
cough*bull* cough* sh* it*
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 19:16:16
My friend, he lands in a half hour... the time for planning has passed...
Raine on 04/15/2008 19:16:16
Quote by Mondobubba:
Who's with me?? Blog project? Anybody?
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 19:17:40
Just turned on Randi now...
She is talking abou twhat it is to be elite.
You know, I am not elitist, but I don't hate all people who are.
Raine on 04/15/2008 19:17:40
Quote by wickedpam:
um is this part of the show?
She is talking abou twhat it is to be elite.
You know, I am not elitist, but I don't hate all people who are.
Comment by starling310 on 04/15/2008 19:21:33
starling310 on 04/15/2008 19:21:33
Incidentally, the movie of the day on my "Movie of the Day" calendar is Sling Blade.
"I like them French fried potaters."
"I like them French fried potaters."
Comment by 
jd_in_ny on 04/15/2008 19:26:04
jd_in_ny on 04/15/2008 19:26:04
she needs to stop calling Wellesley a "girls' school"... I went to a women's college, thank you very much (not Wellesley, but it still bugs)
Comment by wickedpam on 04/15/2008 19:27:56
I meant the part were I could hear the Belz instead of Randi and the opening. Think KPHX is having a few technical difficulties.
wickedpam on 04/15/2008 19:27:56
Quote by Raine:Just turned on Randi now...Quote by wickedpam:
um is this part of the show?
She is talking abou twhat it is to be elite.
You know, I am not elitist, but I don't hate all people who are.
I meant the part were I could hear the Belz instead of Randi and the opening. Think KPHX is having a few technical difficulties.
Comment by BobR on 04/15/2008 20:29:38
(thanks to Bob Harris's Blog!)
BobR on 04/15/2008 20:29:38
(thanks to Bob Harris's Blog!)
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 20:36:49
Raine on 04/15/2008 20:36:49
:thud: AAR didn't pay for the AP?? Wow.
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 20:39:24
Raine on 04/15/2008 20:39:24
OK, Randi is mentioning Dukakis momemts... I think Hills with the Crown Royal might have been it.
This was a bad photo op.
This was a bad photo op.
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 20:40:12
livingonli on 04/15/2008 20:40:12
John McCain taking a bong hit. I would love to see that. 
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 20:53:51
How does a news-talk operation function if it's too cheap to pay for AP? My college radio station had AP.
livingonli on 04/15/2008 20:53:51
Quote by Raine:
:thud: AAR didn't pay for the AP?? Wow.
How does a news-talk operation function if it's too cheap to pay for AP? My college radio station had AP.
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 20:55:23
Raine on 04/15/2008 20:55:23
:prince: Joan Jett! 
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 20:56:58
Raine on 04/15/2008 20:56:58
:puke: This Santorum story makes me ill.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/15/2008 20:57:52
We don't need to do it now! We can have the first planning meeting next week.
Mondobubba on 04/15/2008 20:57:52
Quote by Raine:My friend, he lands in a half hour... the time for planning has passed...Quote by Mondobubba:
Who's with me?? Blog project? Anybody?
We don't need to do it now! We can have the first planning meeting next week.
Comment by AZ-Turq on 04/15/2008 21:02:12
AZ-Turq on 04/15/2008 21:02:12
Quote by BobR:
(thanks to Bob Harris's Blog!)
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/15/2008 21:02:48
Mondobubba on 04/15/2008 21:02:48
George & Laura took Lil Bar to the Pope meeting. Doesn't that kid need to leave the nest?
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 21:04:54
I saw that too... And herein begins wall to wall pope 24/7... oofda.
Raine on 04/15/2008 21:04:54
Quote by Mondobubba:
George & Laura took Lil Bar to the Pope meeting. Doesn't that kid need to leave the nest?
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 21:06:55
That is a wonderful point.
Raine on 04/15/2008 21:06:55
Quote by jd_in_ny:
she needs to stop calling Wellesley a "girls' school"... I went to a women's college, thank you very much (not Wellesley, but it still bugs)
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 21:11:30
Raine on 04/15/2008 21:11:30
I want to make an announcement: I am a John Edwards democrat!
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 21:14:11
Sirius is promoting that they are devoting 3 channels to coverage of the pope's visit.
livingonli on 04/15/2008 21:14:11
Quote by Raine:I saw that too... And herein begins wall to wall pope 24/7... oofda.Quote by Mondobubba:
George & Laura took Lil Bar to the Pope meeting. Doesn't that kid need to leave the nest?
Sirius is promoting that they are devoting 3 channels to coverage of the pope's visit.
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 21:16:51
THREE?!?
Nutz.
Raine on 04/15/2008 21:16:51
Quote by livingonli:Quote by Raine:I saw that too... And herein begins wall to wall pope 24/7... oofda.Quote by Mondobubba:
George & Laura took Lil Bar to the Pope meeting. Doesn't that kid need to leave the nest?
Sirius is promoting that they are devoting 3 channels to coverage of the pope's visit.
Nutz.
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 21:19:06
Like EWTN on the TV machine is not enough.
livingonli on 04/15/2008 21:19:06
Quote by Raine:THREE?!?Quote by livingonli:Quote by Raine:I saw that too... And herein begins wall to wall pope 24/7... oofda.Quote by Mondobubba:
George & Laura took Lil Bar to the Pope meeting. Doesn't that kid need to leave the nest?
Sirius is promoting that they are devoting 3 channels to coverage of the pope's visit.
Nutz.
Like EWTN on the TV machine is not enough.
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 21:20:15
livingonli on 04/15/2008 21:20:15
I'll stick with the 12 channels of Super Bowl coverage. Thank you very much.
Comment by shelaghc on 04/15/2008 21:20:28
shelaghc on 04/15/2008 21:20:28
I just found out a job I was hoping for has been filled.
They gave me a phone interview about a month and a half ago and said they'd get back to me. Then the woman who was conducting the interviews left for someplace else. I received an email that they would be back in touch after they'd filled her position.
Today I got the notice that the job went to someone else.
This is *really* disappointing - it would have been for the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, a place I would have been proud to have worked for.
I wish they would have at least let me interview for the position, you know?
They gave me a phone interview about a month and a half ago and said they'd get back to me. Then the woman who was conducting the interviews left for someplace else. I received an email that they would be back in touch after they'd filled her position.
Today I got the notice that the job went to someone else.
This is *really* disappointing - it would have been for the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, a place I would have been proud to have worked for.
I wish they would have at least let me interview for the position, you know?
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 21:23:16
Sorry to hear that.
livingonli on 04/15/2008 21:23:16
Quote by shelaghc:
I just found out a job I was hoping for has been filled.
They gave me a phone interview about a month and a half ago and said they'd get back to me. Then the woman who was conducting the interviews left for someplace else. I received an email that they would be back in touch after they'd filled her position.
Today I got the notice that the job went to someone else.
This is *really* disappointing - it would have been for the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, a place I would have been proud to have worked for.
I wish they would have at least let me interview for the position, you know?
Sorry to hear that.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/15/2008 21:24:06
Its PapalVision 2008 : ducks flying graphic:
Mondobubba on 04/15/2008 21:24:06
Quote by Raine:I saw that too... And herein begins wall to wall pope 24/7... oofda.Quote by Mondobubba:
George & Laura took Lil Bar to the Pope meeting. Doesn't that kid need to leave the nest?
Its PapalVision 2008 : ducks flying graphic:
Comment by BobR on 04/15/2008 21:24:32
"during a visit to the local Shop & Save today, the Pope chose paper over plastic. What ramifications does this have for the Middle East?"
"Perhaps he thought he was choosing 'Papal' over plastic"
*chortle chortle*
--*click*--
BobR on 04/15/2008 21:24:32
Quote by livingonli:
Sirius is promoting that they are devoting 3 channels to coverage of the pope's visit.
"during a visit to the local Shop & Save today, the Pope chose paper over plastic. What ramifications does this have for the Middle East?"
"Perhaps he thought he was choosing 'Papal' over plastic"
*chortle chortle*
--*click*--
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 21:31:07
Who the hell said that? Sounds like something Rush would say.
livingonli on 04/15/2008 21:31:07
Quote by BobR:Quote by livingonli:
Sirius is promoting that they are devoting 3 channels to coverage of the pope's visit.
"during a visit to the local Shop & Save today, the Pope chose paper over plastic. What ramifications does this have for the Middle East?"
"Perhaps he thought he was choosing 'Papal' over plastic"
*chortle chortle*
--*click*--
Who the hell said that? Sounds like something Rush would say.
Comment by BobR on 04/15/2008 21:33:15
I was just imagining what the vapid banter on FAUX News would sound like...
BobR on 04/15/2008 21:33:15
Quote by livingonli:
Who the hell said that? Sounds like something Rush would say.
I was just imagining what the vapid banter on FAUX News would sound like...
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 21:35:36
Aww damn. I am sorry to read this, shelagh.
Are you still on the list for upcoming vacancies?
Raine on 04/15/2008 21:35:36
Quote by shelaghc:
I just found out a job I was hoping for has been filled.
They gave me a phone interview about a month and a half ago and said they'd get back to me. Then the woman who was conducting the interviews left for someplace else. I received an email that they would be back in touch after they'd filled her position.
Today I got the notice that the job went to someone else.
This is *really* disappointing - it would have been for the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, a place I would have been proud to have worked for.
I wish they would have at least let me interview for the position, you know?
Are you still on the list for upcoming vacancies?
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 21:42:37
Sounds like the comedy of the extra perky right-wing tools on Fox and Friends.
livingonli on 04/15/2008 21:42:37
Quote by BobR:Quote by livingonli:
Who the hell said that? Sounds like something Rush would say.
I was just imagining what the vapid banter on FAUX News would sound like...
Sounds like the comedy of the extra perky right-wing tools on Fox and Friends.
Comment by AZ-Turq on 04/15/2008 21:48:06
AZ-Turq on 04/15/2008 21:48:06
Sorry to say this but Richard Belzer is about as boring as you can get.
His show sounds like that parody on Saturday night Live
His show sounds like that parody on Saturday night Live
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 22:18:43
livingonli on 04/15/2008 22:18:43
Brilliant programming move there, Air America.
Betcha can't wait for that week with Fran Drescher? ;)
Betcha can't wait for that week with Fran Drescher? ;)
Comment by shelaghc on 04/15/2008 22:49:28
I heard the clip yesterday when Lawton Smalls called - that was funny. Did he call again today?
shelaghc on 04/15/2008 22:49:28
Quote by AZ-Turq:
Sorry to say this but Richard Belzer is about as boring as you can get.
His show sounds like that parody on Saturday night Live
I heard the clip yesterday when Lawton Smalls called - that was funny. Did he call again today?
Comment by AZ-Turq on 04/15/2008 23:00:36
AZ-Turq on 04/15/2008 23:00:36
Lawton Smalls is calling in every day this week
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 23:20:24
Raine on 04/15/2008 23:20:24
Watching HArdball... It looks like McCain is sitting in a wheelchair....
Comment by shelaghc on 04/15/2008 23:21:08
shelaghc on 04/15/2008 23:21:08
"Obama Bin Laden"
Holy shit!
Holy shit!
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 23:22:28
EDit: I meant Rocking Chair... 
Raine on 04/15/2008 23:22:28
Quote by Raine: Watching HArdball... It looks like McCain is sitting in a wheelchair....
Comment by Raine on 04/15/2008 23:24:14
What are you listening to :ireland:?
Last time I heard that, John Ashcroft said it, which was last week. he was seriously booed.
Raine on 04/15/2008 23:24:14
Quote by shelaghc: "Obama Bin Laden" Holy shit!
Comment by shelaghc on 04/15/2008 23:32:58
Rachel Maddow - she just played a clip of a frickin' reporter who was asking Barack Obama a question about Osama bin Laden. Instead he said "Obama bin Laden."
Earlier that same day the same reporters were asking McSame questions and opened it all up by serving him doughnuts.
I really *hate* this.
shelaghc on 04/15/2008 23:32:58
Quote by Raine:What are you listening to :ireland:?Quote by shelaghc:
"Obama Bin Laden"
Holy shit!
Last time I heard that, John Ashcroft said it, which was last week. he was seriously booed.
Rachel Maddow - she just played a clip of a frickin' reporter who was asking Barack Obama a question about Osama bin Laden. Instead he said "Obama bin Laden."
Earlier that same day the same reporters were asking McSame questions and opened it all up by serving him doughnuts.
I really *hate* this.
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 23:50:23
livingonli on 04/15/2008 23:50:23
I'm watching Family Guy. My local station is running the episode where Peter Griffin formed his own country.
Comment by livingonli on 04/15/2008 23:54:02
livingonli on 04/15/2008 23:54:02
Rachel is going to talk about Obama's speech on Countdown tonight.
Comment by AZ-Turq on 04/15/2008 23:54:31
AZ-Turq on 04/15/2008 23:54:31
Rachel guest on Olbermann tonite......starts in 6 minutes
Comment by AZ-Turq on 04/15/2008 23:56:11
AZ-Turq on 04/15/2008 23:56:11
What is going on with the blog?
Comment by livingonli on 04/16/2008 00:11:10
livingonli on 04/16/2008 00:11:10
It might have burped.
Comment by starling310 on 04/16/2008 00:24:48
starling310 on 04/16/2008 00:24:48
I think KO has a little :: straight gay man crush :: on RM!!! It's sssthoooo CUTE!
:hug:
:hug:
Comment by IzzyBitz on 04/16/2008 00:27:47
IzzyBitz on 04/16/2008 00:27:47
Scanning blog...
Morning Joe is a big a-hole. What a shill. Good on Rachel for giving him the what's what.
AZ-Turq didn't get the humor during his call and there was no reason, in my opinion, to call Stephanie a bitch yesterday. You can get pissed, but no need to name call, especially the "b" or "c" words. And whatever you do, DON'T BLOCK THE SHOT!
Rachel on the Olbermann show.
Morning Joe is a big a-hole. What a shill. Good on Rachel for giving him the what's what.
AZ-Turq didn't get the humor during his call and there was no reason, in my opinion, to call Stephanie a bitch yesterday. You can get pissed, but no need to name call, especially the "b" or "c" words. And whatever you do, DON'T BLOCK THE SHOT!
Rachel on the Olbermann show.
Comment by starling310 on 04/16/2008 00:30:23
starling310 on 04/16/2008 00:30:23
Comment by starling310 on 04/16/2008 00:32:44
starling310 on 04/16/2008 00:32:44
raaaaine....joe biiiiiden is gonna be on.
Comment by livingonli on 04/16/2008 00:35:28
:rofl:
livingonli on 04/16/2008 00:35:28
Quote by starling310:
:rofl:
Comment by starling310 on 04/16/2008 00:45:36
starling310 on 04/16/2008 00:45:36
:beer: <------ Otter Creek Pale Ale You sir, are a delight.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 01:04:06
Step off KO, she is mine!
I've been crushin' on RM for like four years. :spank:
Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 01:04:06
Quote by starling310:
I think KO has a little :: straight gay man crush :: on RM!!! It's sssthoooo CUTE!
:hug:
Step off KO, she is mine!
I've been crushin' on RM for like four years. :spank:
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 01:19:22
Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 01:19:22
Watching "Dexter." It is wonderfully creepy.
Comment by starling310 on 04/16/2008 01:21:06
What!?!? WHAT!?!? :: stumbles backwards ::
:: gasps for breath :: :: pulls Mondo close ::
Do you hear that?
It's the sound of my heart breaking.
starling310 on 04/16/2008 01:21:06
Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by starling310:
I think KO has a little :: straight gay man crush :: on RM!!! It's sssthoooo CUTE!
:hug:
Step off KO, she is mine!
What!?!? WHAT!?!? :: stumbles backwards ::
:: gasps for breath :: :: pulls Mondo close ::
Do you hear that?
It's the sound of my heart breaking.
Comment by starling310 on 04/16/2008 01:23:04
starling310 on 04/16/2008 01:23:04
I LOVE DEXTER! Oh, Mondo...is this your first go around with that show? you're going to love it.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 01:26:35
Sorry I thought you knew about my long standing RM crush.
Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 01:26:35
Quote by starling310:Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by starling310:
I think KO has a little :: straight gay man crush :: on RM!!! It's sssthoooo CUTE!
:hug:
Step off KO, she is mine!
What!?!? WHAT!?!? :: stumbles backwards ::
:: gasps for breath :: :: pulls Mondo close ::
Do you hear that?
It's the sound of my heart breaking.
Sorry
I thought you knew about my long standing RM crush.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 01:28:27
So far I am. Deelitefully twisted and dark. Me likee Michael C. Hall.
Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 01:28:27
Quote by starling310:
I LOVE DEXTER! Oh, Mondo...is this your first go around with that show? you're going to love it.
So far I am. Deelitefully twisted and dark. Me likee Michael C. Hall.
Comment by starling310 on 04/16/2008 01:29:13
starling310 on 04/16/2008 01:29:13
I did not know Mondo. It's quite a blow.
I think I will have the rest of this beer and be okay.
Don't sweat it. :: catholic guilt tone ::
It's fine.
:: sniffle sniffle ::
I think I will have the rest of this beer and be okay.
Don't sweat it. :: catholic guilt tone ::
It's fine.
:: sniffle sniffle ::
Comment by starling310 on 04/16/2008 01:30:13
Yeah, he is so great in that show. Not that wasn't great in 6 Feet Under, but it was great to see him rough around the edges.
starling310 on 04/16/2008 01:30:13
Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by starling310:
I LOVE DEXTER! Oh, Mondo...is this your first go around with that show? you're going to love it.
So far I am. Deelitefully twisted and dark. Me likee Michael C. Hall.
Yeah, he is so great in that show. Not that wasn't great in 6 Feet Under, but it was great to see him rough around the edges.
Comment by livingonli on 04/16/2008 01:31:08
Don't worry. I think Susan would still have final word, no matter what. :hug:
livingonli on 04/16/2008 01:31:08
Quote by starling310:
I did not know Mondo. It's quite a blow.
I think I will have the rest of this beer and be okay.
Don't sweat it. :: catholic guilt tone ::
It's fine.
:: sniffle sniffle ::
Don't worry. I think Susan would still have final word, no matter what. :hug:
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 01:33:18
Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 01:33:18
OMG!I love the the dismembered Barbie doll in Dexter's fridge. :rofl:
Comment by starling310 on 04/16/2008 01:33:56
starling310 on 04/16/2008 01:33:56
YES! The Barbie! Ugh...that show is brilliant.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 01:35:15
Damnit Livin, you are such a spoilsport!
Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 01:35:15
Quote by livingonli:Quote by starling310:
I did not know Mondo. It's quite a blow.
I think I will have the rest of this beer and be okay.
Don't sweat it. :: catholic guilt tone ::
It's fine.
:: sniffle sniffle ::
Don't worry. I think Susan would still have final word, no matter what. :hug:
Damnit Livin, you are such a spoilsport!
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 01:36:39
The ultra-creepy, I don't get social interactions at all smile :shudder:
Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 01:36:39
Quote by starling310:
YES! The Barbie! Ugh...that show is brilliant.
The ultra-creepy, I don't get social interactions at all smile :shudder:
Comment by starling310 on 04/16/2008 01:38:21
starling310 on 04/16/2008 01:38:21
Thank you Living. At least SOMEONE around her knows how to treat a lady!
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 01:39:17
I have enough room in my heart for my Lesbian Inatomorata, my crush and you Star, darling. I'm unconventional that way, I guess.
Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 01:39:17
Quote by starling310:
I did not know Mondo. It's quite a blow.
I think I will have the rest of this beer and be okay.
Don't sweat it. :: catholic guilt tone ::
It's fine.
:: sniffle sniffle ::
I have enough room in my heart for my Lesbian Inatomorata, my crush and you Star, darling. I'm unconventional that way, I guess.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 01:43:32
Star if I didn't know any better I would say you are about clickity clack off on your Fristian heels and have an attack of the vapors on the blog fainting couch. :D
Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 01:43:32
Quote by starling310:
Thank you Living. At least SOMEONE around her knows how to treat a lady!
Star if I didn't know any better I would say you are about clickity clack off on your Fristian heels and have an attack of the vapors on the blog fainting couch. :D
Comment by livingonli on 04/16/2008 01:49:02
Drink it. Drink it. I double dare you.
livingonli on 04/16/2008 01:49:02
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Raine:
Oh dear...
This is NOT a good photo...
Love the guy watching over her shoulder, like he's making sure she drinks it.
Drink it. Drink it. I double dare you.
Comment by starling310 on 04/16/2008 01:50:21
Check.
And Check!
starling310 on 04/16/2008 01:50:21
Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by starling310:
Thank you Living. At least SOMEONE around her knows how to treat a lady!
Star if I didn't know any better I would say you are about clickity clack off on your Fristian heels and have an attack of the vapors on the blog fainting couch. :D
Check.
And Check!
Comment by livingonli on 04/16/2008 01:53:11
livingonli on 04/16/2008 01:53:11
There's always room on the blog fainting couch.
Where's that picture of Raine in Southern Belle pose on the fainting couch?
Where's that picture of Raine in Southern Belle pose on the fainting couch?
Comment by livingonli on 04/16/2008 01:54:47
livingonli on 04/16/2008 01:54:47
You know the French are pushing a law to make it an offense to promote extreme thinness (ie the extreme anorexic runway models at Fashion Week) to counter Anorexia.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 01:58:43
: chaffing :star:'s wrists, smelling salts, brandy:
Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 01:58:43
Quote by starling310:Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by starling310:
Thank you Living. At least SOMEONE around her knows how to treat a lady!
Star if I didn't know any better I would say you are about clickity clack off on your Fristian heels and have an attack of the vapors on the blog fainting couch. :D
Check.
And Check!
: chaffing :star:'s wrists, smelling salts, brandy:
Comment by starling310 on 04/16/2008 02:00:43
starling310 on 04/16/2008 02:00:43
I'm back.
I've given it some thought. And, Rachel can have you! I just want you to be happy anyway.
:hug:
I've given it some thought. And, Rachel can have you! I just want you to be happy anyway.
:hug:
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 02:04:19
Awww Star, you are the best lesbian pal a guy could have! Rachel is just a fantasy, you are the real deal. : smoldering glance:
Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 02:04:19
Quote by starling310:
I'm back.
I've given it some thought. And, Rachel can have you! I just want you to be happy anyway.
:hug:
Awww Star, you are the best lesbian pal a guy could have! Rachel is just a fantasy, you are the real deal. : smoldering glance:
Comment by livingonli on 04/16/2008 02:04:26
livingonli on 04/16/2008 02:04:26
We will be one big happy group when we meet in DC in a week and a half.
Comment by starling310 on 04/16/2008 02:08:38
DC Baby!
Gnite Blog.
starling310 on 04/16/2008 02:08:38
DC Baby!
Gnite Blog.
Comment by Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 02:10:40
Night :star:
We have switched over to "The Riches" rrrrRrrrrrRRRRR Minnie Driver.
Mondobubba on 04/16/2008 02:10:40
Quote by starling310:
DC Baby!
Gnite Blog.
Night :star:
We have switched over to "The Riches" rrrrRrrrrrRRRRR Minnie Driver.
Comment by livingonli on 04/16/2008 02:22:28
livingonli on 04/16/2008 02:22:28
Good night See ya in the AM.
See ya in the AM.
Comment by 
MMB on 04/16/2008 02:59:15
MMB on 04/16/2008 02:59:15
Hi Everyone, It's not so far off to that big meeting where all will be one happy group!!! If you try real hard you can smell the cherry blossoms ahhh smells great!!! Good night sleep tight everyone. 
Comment by livingonli on 04/16/2008 03:48:48
livingonli on 04/16/2008 03:48:48
Who's watching Michelle Obama on Colbert?