Friday, December 31, 2010
Blue Gal: Worst Editorial of the Week.
Blue Gal: Worst Editorial of the Week.: "Is this one in Rupert Murdoch's Wall Street Journal. Its sidebar notes say The left won't admit that Sarah Palin had a point about ratione..."
Alison Shedd Ezell :
"Starting on New Year's Day, insurance companies will have to spend at least 80 percent of the revenues they receive from premiums on actual health care. Not on salaries or overhead." That's one New Year's resolution that the insurance industry is going to spend billions to break.
"Starting on New Year's Day, insurance companies will have to spend at least 80 percent of the revenues they receive from premiums on actual health care. Not on salaries or overhead." That's one New Year's resolution that the insurance industry is going to spend billions to break.
i hope everyone has an amazing new year!
stopped to visit my bro-in -law at the hospital this morning. cancer is a hellish thing! he's much more lucid than since xmas. that is a good sign! then we went grocery shopping-very crowded but the fridge was fairly bare and my little sweetie is coming tomorrow to stay overnight.
i bought her another book too."never kick a slipper at the moon." she loves to read and is quite good at it. she has her own bookshelves at home, just as her mom did and i did. reading is so very important.
stopped to visit my bro-in -law at the hospital this morning. cancer is a hellish thing! he's much more lucid than since xmas. that is a good sign! then we went grocery shopping-very crowded but the fridge was fairly bare and my little sweetie is coming tomorrow to stay overnight.
i bought her another book too."never kick a slipper at the moon." she loves to read and is quite good at it. she has her own bookshelves at home, just as her mom did and i did. reading is so very important.
Thursday, December 30, 2010
http://www.truth-out.org/c-street-review-is-fact-power-its-justification66406
i've read his books- i've seen interviews with some of the washington people written of-no one has every really denied it and some have come right out and affirmed it as true.
better pay attention because THEY believe that their "god" has chosen THEM to rule over us all.
i've read his books- i've seen interviews with some of the washington people written of-no one has every really denied it and some have come right out and affirmed it as true.
better pay attention because THEY believe that their "god" has chosen THEM to rule over us all.
i keep getting those end of the year charity letters and e-mails and phone calls. not only for myself but for my mother who is still passed on as far as i know!
i always feel bad because tho there are a few that i regularly give too and some that i give to if i have a little extra around, i can't give to all of the ones that i find worthwhile and needful. i know i shouldn't feel bad but i always do. it can be a real downer this time of the year anyway. i will be very very glad to see the holidays fade away.
i always feel bad because tho there are a few that i regularly give too and some that i give to if i have a little extra around, i can't give to all of the ones that i find worthwhile and needful. i know i shouldn't feel bad but i always do. it can be a real downer this time of the year anyway. i will be very very glad to see the holidays fade away.
logan murphy:
Lambert over at Corrente noticed this little tidbit that Mike Huckabee definitely doesn't want to have brought up:
Here's the barebones story of how 18-year-old Mike Huckabee's son, David, and 17-year-old Clayton Frady killed a dog when they were Boy Scouts, and got fired for it. From the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette in 1998 (as quoted in DogBlog):
[David Huckabee,] the younger son of Gov. Mike Huckabee and another teen were fired last month from jobs at a Boy Scout camp after the killing of a stray dog.[..]
So, how and why did David Huckabee (and Clayton Frady) kill the dog?
The original story isn't clear in the lead (the admissions and the details come as you read down). Still from the Democrat Gazette:
The dog was killed [passive voice] July 11 at Camp Pioneer near Hatfield.[..]
I believe the following is the faxed description of the "particular process." It's on a reputable site, Utopia Animal Rescue, which is run by, of all people, Kinky Freidman:
(Miller County, Arkansas) Two boy scout counselors, 17 year old Clayton Frady and 18 year old David litickabee [sic], the son of Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee, have admitted to catching a stray dog during their summer session at Camp Pioneer in Hatfield, AR, and hanging the dog by his neck, slitting his throat and stoning him to death.
Lambert notices that Michael Isikoff's coverage of the story for Newsweek is particularly lacking in investigative curiosity on how David Huckabee killed the dog, which as you can see above, really does color the event.
Digby's on top of this too. The Huckster's son seems to be a real winner and his father tried to cover up his sick, twisted behavior -- the same kind of behavior that landed former NFL star Michael Vick in prison.
Lambert over at Corrente noticed this little tidbit that Mike Huckabee definitely doesn't want to have brought up:
Here's the barebones story of how 18-year-old Mike Huckabee's son, David, and 17-year-old Clayton Frady killed a dog when they were Boy Scouts, and got fired for it. From the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette in 1998 (as quoted in DogBlog):
[David Huckabee,] the younger son of Gov. Mike Huckabee and another teen were fired last month from jobs at a Boy Scout camp after the killing of a stray dog.[..]
So, how and why did David Huckabee (and Clayton Frady) kill the dog?
The original story isn't clear in the lead (the admissions and the details come as you read down). Still from the Democrat Gazette:
The dog was killed [passive voice] July 11 at Camp Pioneer near Hatfield.[..]
I believe the following is the faxed description of the "particular process." It's on a reputable site, Utopia Animal Rescue, which is run by, of all people, Kinky Freidman:
(Miller County, Arkansas) Two boy scout counselors, 17 year old Clayton Frady and 18 year old David litickabee [sic], the son of Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee, have admitted to catching a stray dog during their summer session at Camp Pioneer in Hatfield, AR, and hanging the dog by his neck, slitting his throat and stoning him to death.
Lambert notices that Michael Isikoff's coverage of the story for Newsweek is particularly lacking in investigative curiosity on how David Huckabee killed the dog, which as you can see above, really does color the event.
Digby's on top of this too. The Huckster's son seems to be a real winner and his father tried to cover up his sick, twisted behavior -- the same kind of behavior that landed former NFL star Michael Vick in prison.
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
have a big pot of potato soup on the stove. i used a few sweet potatoes that i had as well as white.
going to make fried meatballs and a salad to go with the soup.
the sun is shining and we are due for a thaw starting tomorrow.
that will probably screw up the winter classic hockey todoo at the stadium on saturday-but mother nature rules.
going to make fried meatballs and a salad to go with the soup.
the sun is shining and we are due for a thaw starting tomorrow.
that will probably screw up the winter classic hockey todoo at the stadium on saturday-but mother nature rules.
2 Political Junkies: Oh. My. God.
2 Political Junkies: Oh. My. God.: "David Horowitz is such a liar. First, who's David Horowitz? Take a look at this from today's Trib:Write a book about leftist billionaire G..."
Monday, December 27, 2010
2 Political Junkies: It's beginning to look a lot like Metcalfe
2 Political Junkies: It's beginning to look a lot like Metcalfe: "And the angel said unto them, Fear lots: for, behold, I bring you bad tidings of great gloom, which shall be to all people of Pennsylvania. ..."
Saturday, December 25, 2010
Friday, December 24, 2010
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Component in common dairy foods may cut diabetes risk, study suggests
ScienceDaily (2010-12-20) -- Scientists have identified a natural substance in dairy fat that may substantially reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. ... > read full article
ScienceDaily (2010-12-20) -- Scientists have identified a natural substance in dairy fat that may substantially reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. ... > read full article
got the tomato sauce with the pork simmering on the stove-the meatballs are poaching-i'll take the pork out when it's tender and then add the meatballs to the sauce. have to make the bread dough for the fried bread later. the kitchen looks like there was a massive food fight earlier!
tomorrow morning-it's squid and baccala and smelts to cook and then -TAH DAH- xmas eve dinner will be ready(deana and eric and jordan already made the cheese ravs and the meat ones!
my little sweetie had her dance recital last night. those kids are so cute.
she does know all the steps but she is far too busy checking out everyone else to pay attention to what she's doing! oh but she does have fun and is such a ham she makes everyone smile!
tomorrow morning-it's squid and baccala and smelts to cook and then -TAH DAH- xmas eve dinner will be ready(deana and eric and jordan already made the cheese ravs and the meat ones!
my little sweetie had her dance recital last night. those kids are so cute.
she does know all the steps but she is far too busy checking out everyone else to pay attention to what she's doing! oh but she does have fun and is such a ham she makes everyone smile!
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
http://www.rawstory.com/rs/2010/12/conservative-group-obama-give-entire-land-mass-the-indians/
me- some people have lost their tiny effing minds!!!
me- some people have lost their tiny effing minds!!!
2 Political Junkies: They Try...
2 Political Junkies: They Try...: "And still don't get it. From today's Tribune-Review Op-ed page:A decade ago, writing in The Independent newspaper, opiner Charles Onians la..."
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
bought the meat for the sauce for xmas eve. have a list of things for tomorrow. have to make the peanut butter blossoms for my daughter.
speaking of nuts-
my very good friend pudd'n boy is in intensive care. day before yesterday he ate a cookie that must have had some ground nuts or peanut oil in the batter. he is highly allergic. thankfully he's going to be alright but it's a scary thing. his wife my buddy g.l. must be going crazy!
me and pudding before i grew out my hair!
speaking of nuts-
my very good friend pudd'n boy is in intensive care. day before yesterday he ate a cookie that must have had some ground nuts or peanut oil in the batter. he is highly allergic. thankfully he's going to be alright but it's a scary thing. his wife my buddy g.l. must be going crazy!
me and pudding before i grew out my hair!
Monday, December 20, 2010
http://sporkinthedrawer.typepad.com/blog/2010/12/wha.html
me- are you a christian? are you a METHODIST???
a MUST read!!!
me- are you a christian? are you a METHODIST???
a MUST read!!!
2 Political Junkies: House Republicans Vote for the Rape of Little Girl...
2 Political Junkies: House Republicans Vote for the Rape of Little Girl...: "House Republicans help walk this child down the aisle Via Talking Points Memo: On Thursday night, hours before passing the tax cut compromi..."
very cold! trying to clean up around here a little. got laundry in the dryer. have some things to do before xmas. baking and such starts wednesday around here.
my bro in law is getting his next to last radiation treatment today and a full body pet scan to see if it's struck anywhere else. i'm crossing my fingers and hoping for the best.
put extra seed out for the birds and squirrels. they seem happy.
my little sweetie has a dance recital this week! can't wait!
my bro in law is getting his next to last radiation treatment today and a full body pet scan to see if it's struck anywhere else. i'm crossing my fingers and hoping for the best.
put extra seed out for the birds and squirrels. they seem happy.
my little sweetie has a dance recital this week! can't wait!
Sunday, December 19, 2010
Saturday, December 18, 2010
Friend --
Moments ago, the Senate voted to end "Don't Ask, Don't Tell."
When that bill reaches my desk, I will sign it, and this discriminatory law will be repealed.
Gay and lesbian service members -- brave Americans who enable our freedoms -- will no longer have to hide who they are.
The fight for civil rights, a struggle that continues, will no longer include this one.
This victory belongs to you. Without your commitment, the promise I made as a candidate would have remained just that.
Instead, you helped prove again that no one should underestimate this movement. Every phone call to a senator on the fence, every letter to the editor in a local paper, and every message in a congressional inbox makes it clear to those who would stand in the way of justice: We will not quit.
This victory also belongs to Senator Harry Reid, Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and our many allies in Congress who refused to let politics get in the way of what was right.
Like you, they never gave up, and I want them to know how grateful we are for that commitment.
Will you join me in thanking them by adding your name to Organizing for America's letter?
I will make sure these messages are delivered -- you can also add a comment about what the repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" means to you.
As Commander in Chief, I fought to repeal "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" because it weakens our national security and military readiness. It violates the fundamental American principles of equality and fairness.
But this victory is also personal.
I will never know what it feels like to be discriminated against because of my sexual orientation.
But I know my story would not be possible without the sacrifice and struggle of those who came before me -- many I will never meet, and can never thank.
I know this repeal is a crucial step for civil rights, and that it strengthens our military and national security. I know it is the right thing to do.
But the rightness of our cause does not guarantee success, and today, celebration of this historic step forward is tempered by the defeat of another -- the DREAM Act. I am incredibly disappointed that a minority of senators refused to move forward on this important, commonsense reform that most Americans understand is the right thing for our country. On this issue, our work must continue.
Today, I'm proud that we took these fights on.
Please join me in thanking those in Congress who helped make "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" repeal possible:
http://my.barackobama.com/Repealed
Thank you,
Barack
Moments ago, the Senate voted to end "Don't Ask, Don't Tell."
When that bill reaches my desk, I will sign it, and this discriminatory law will be repealed.
Gay and lesbian service members -- brave Americans who enable our freedoms -- will no longer have to hide who they are.
The fight for civil rights, a struggle that continues, will no longer include this one.
This victory belongs to you. Without your commitment, the promise I made as a candidate would have remained just that.
Instead, you helped prove again that no one should underestimate this movement. Every phone call to a senator on the fence, every letter to the editor in a local paper, and every message in a congressional inbox makes it clear to those who would stand in the way of justice: We will not quit.
This victory also belongs to Senator Harry Reid, Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and our many allies in Congress who refused to let politics get in the way of what was right.
Like you, they never gave up, and I want them to know how grateful we are for that commitment.
Will you join me in thanking them by adding your name to Organizing for America's letter?
I will make sure these messages are delivered -- you can also add a comment about what the repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" means to you.
As Commander in Chief, I fought to repeal "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" because it weakens our national security and military readiness. It violates the fundamental American principles of equality and fairness.
But this victory is also personal.
I will never know what it feels like to be discriminated against because of my sexual orientation.
But I know my story would not be possible without the sacrifice and struggle of those who came before me -- many I will never meet, and can never thank.
I know this repeal is a crucial step for civil rights, and that it strengthens our military and national security. I know it is the right thing to do.
But the rightness of our cause does not guarantee success, and today, celebration of this historic step forward is tempered by the defeat of another -- the DREAM Act. I am incredibly disappointed that a minority of senators refused to move forward on this important, commonsense reform that most Americans understand is the right thing for our country. On this issue, our work must continue.
Today, I'm proud that we took these fights on.
Please join me in thanking those in Congress who helped make "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" repeal possible:
http://my.barackobama.com/Repealed
Thank you,
Barack
Blue Gal: Our Weekly Podcast
Blue Gal: Our Weekly Podcast: "We had problems with Skype and had to record this in four different segments, but we persisted! I'm grateful for the free programs I use..."
they're making sweet sweet squirrelly love:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/12/17/new-study-squirrels-mate-_n_797709.html
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/12/17/new-study-squirrels-mate-_n_797709.html
Friday, December 17, 2010
2 Political Junkies: Completely Absurd
2 Political Junkies: Completely Absurd: "I'm guessing we all remember the Jordan Miles case, right? He's the CAPA honors student who was brutally beaten by three Pittsburgh police o..."
2 Political Junkies: Stuff We Already Knew (Part II)
2 Political Junkies: Stuff We Already Knew (Part II): "Remember this?Mediamatters published an internal Fox 'News' email detailing how a Fox 'News' Vice President told his producers how to skew t..."
Thursday, December 16, 2010
yes, it's foamy-you know what he's like:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1qAP-6IIbk&feature=player_profilepage
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1qAP-6IIbk&feature=player_profilepage
A L P H A V I L L E: "He's Got A Problem"
A L P H A V I L L E: "He's Got A Problem": "'This guy, I'm sorry, he's gonna be Speaker of the House, and he's not gonna invite me to his Christmas party, but this guy has an emotion..."
not doing too much today.not much to do. no, i guess i just don't feel like doing much.
my brother in law sent a big cinnamon bun home to me yesterday-oakmont bakery rocks big time!
he did eat one. that was a good sign. his appetite has dropped off. the pain in his hip was really bad. he got new pain meds today-a patch that he can wear. i hope it knocks it down a notch or two. more radiation-more tests next week. been thru this stuff with my father. he didn't have radiation tho. it's stressful, even for me and i'm not the ones running him back and forth. i'm just here waiting. thankfully pittsburgh has some of the finest hospitals in the world. i've been in the hospitals for tests etc. and met people from other parts of the state-or other STATES that have come to pittsburgh for diagnoses or treatment. some come from other countries for transplants and such. i can't imagine having to really travel for treatment. we are sort of spolied here in that regard.
hospitals and universities, we are chock full of them.
my brother in law sent a big cinnamon bun home to me yesterday-oakmont bakery rocks big time!
he did eat one. that was a good sign. his appetite has dropped off. the pain in his hip was really bad. he got new pain meds today-a patch that he can wear. i hope it knocks it down a notch or two. more radiation-more tests next week. been thru this stuff with my father. he didn't have radiation tho. it's stressful, even for me and i'm not the ones running him back and forth. i'm just here waiting. thankfully pittsburgh has some of the finest hospitals in the world. i've been in the hospitals for tests etc. and met people from other parts of the state-or other STATES that have come to pittsburgh for diagnoses or treatment. some come from other countries for transplants and such. i can't imagine having to really travel for treatment. we are sort of spolied here in that regard.
hospitals and universities, we are chock full of them.
http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/10350/1111257-113.stm
me- HEY!!! we have to breathe this air cheswick!!!!
me- HEY!!! we have to breathe this air cheswick!!!!
http://www.indianlaw.org/content/un-declaration-sets-new-agenda-us-indian-relations
i bet most people didn't even know that this wasn't the policy til just now!!!
i bet most people didn't even know that this wasn't the policy til just now!!!
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
HAPPY BILL OF RIGHTS DAY!
http://www.billofrightsday.com/
Founding Documents
The Bill of Rights
The Conventions of a number of the States having, at the time of adopting the Constitution, expressed a desire, in order to prevent misconstruction or abuse of its powers, that further declaratory and restrictive clauses should be added, and as extending the ground of public confidence in the Government will best insure the beneficent ends of its institution;
Resolved, by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, two-thirds of both Houses concurring, that the following articles be proposed to the Legislatures of the several States, as amendments to the Constitution of the United States; all or any of which articles, when ratified by three-fourths of the said Legislatures, to be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the said Constitution, namely:
Amendment I
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.
Amendment II
A well regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.
Amendment III
No soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law.
Amendment IV
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
Amendment V
No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a grand jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the militia, when in actual service in time of war or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.
Amendment VI
In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the state and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the assistance of counsel for his defense.
Amendment VII
In suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise reexamined in any court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law.
Amendment VIII
Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.
Amendment IX
The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.
Amendment X
The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states respectively, or to the people.
http://www.billofrightsday.com/
Founding Documents
The Bill of Rights
The Conventions of a number of the States having, at the time of adopting the Constitution, expressed a desire, in order to prevent misconstruction or abuse of its powers, that further declaratory and restrictive clauses should be added, and as extending the ground of public confidence in the Government will best insure the beneficent ends of its institution;
Resolved, by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, two-thirds of both Houses concurring, that the following articles be proposed to the Legislatures of the several States, as amendments to the Constitution of the United States; all or any of which articles, when ratified by three-fourths of the said Legislatures, to be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the said Constitution, namely:
Amendment I
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.
Amendment II
A well regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.
Amendment III
No soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law.
Amendment IV
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
Amendment V
No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a grand jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the militia, when in actual service in time of war or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.
Amendment VI
In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the state and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the assistance of counsel for his defense.
Amendment VII
In suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise reexamined in any court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law.
Amendment VIII
Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.
Amendment IX
The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.
Amendment X
The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states respectively, or to the people.
Blue Gal: Now here's your (for real) Moment of Zen
Blue Gal: Now here's your (for real) Moment of Zen: "Complete with guitar instructions. I don't play, but it's very soothing to watch. Dave Zeman:"
2 Political Junkies: Espionage Act of 1917
2 Political Junkies: Espionage Act of 1917: "Naomi Wolf via the HuffingtonPost:This week, Senators Joe Lieberman and Dianne Feinstein engaged in acts of serious aggression against their..."
2 Political Junkies: Bill Of Rights Day
2 Political Junkies: Bill Of Rights Day: "I am told by my good friends on the Tribune-Review Editorial Board that today is 'Bill of Rights Day.' Normally I take anything coming from..."
from my fb friend Christina M. Jones-Barnes:
"Xmas...the abbreviation predates by centuries its use in gaudy advertisements. It was first used in the mid 1500s. X is the Greek letter “chi,” the initial letter in the word Χριστός. And here’s the kicker: Χριστός means “Christ.” X has been an acceptable representation of the word “Christ” for hundreds of years. This device is known as a Christogram."
me-i knew this - but many, many don't and get all po'd when someone uses it!
"Xmas...the abbreviation predates by centuries its use in gaudy advertisements. It was first used in the mid 1500s. X is the Greek letter “chi,” the initial letter in the word Χριστός. And here’s the kicker: Χριστός means “Christ.” X has been an acceptable representation of the word “Christ” for hundreds of years. This device is known as a Christogram."
me-i knew this - but many, many don't and get all po'd when someone uses it!
not quite as cold today. fed all the critters-inside and outside ones. last weekend i mixed up a batch of winter treat for the birds (and squirrels) peanut butter and shortening and flour and birdseed. it's been really enjoyed by both these last few really frigid days.
doing laundry and having some much needed doubleshot expresso. no one has been sleeping well worrying over my brother-in-law. he hurts a lot and tho the radiation has deadend a lot of the pain in his one hip, it hasn't done anything for the pain in his back. cancer sucks.been thru this sort of thing more than once with family and friends.
doing laundry and having some much needed doubleshot expresso. no one has been sleeping well worrying over my brother-in-law. he hurts a lot and tho the radiation has deadend a lot of the pain in his one hip, it hasn't done anything for the pain in his back. cancer sucks.been thru this sort of thing more than once with family and friends.
http://www.grist.org/article/food-2010-12-10-leaked-documents-show-epa-allowed-bee-toxic-pesticide-
remember-bees pollinate most of our crops!!!
remember-bees pollinate most of our crops!!!
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Stars and Constellations
“The Stars once spoke to us. It is world destiny that they are silent now. To be aware of the silence, can become pain for earthly humanity. But, in the deepening silence, there grows and ripens what we speak to the Stars. To become aware of the speaking, can become strength for Spirit Humanity." Rudolf Steiner
“The Stars once spoke to us. It is world destiny that they are silent now. To be aware of the silence, can become pain for earthly humanity. But, in the deepening silence, there grows and ripens what we speak to the Stars. To become aware of the speaking, can become strength for Spirit Humanity." Rudolf Steiner
http://tpmdc.talkingpointsmemo.com/2010/12/romney-slams-tax-cut-compromise-concept-of-unemployment-benefits.php
people like romney and the rest will NEVER NEED unemployment insurance!
they are making serfs of us all again. just like in FRICK'S day!
people like romney and the rest will NEVER NEED unemployment insurance!
they are making serfs of us all again. just like in FRICK'S day!
me- this is a great place and charlie rocks:
Charles W. Appel Jr. December 14
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from bruce:
New Mexico Chili Cook-off
If you can read this whole story without laughing, then there's no hope for you. I was crying by the end. This is an actual account as relayed to paramedics at a chili cook-off in New Mexico .
Note: Please take time to read this slowly.
If you pay attention to the first two judges,
the reaction of the third judge is even better.
For those of you who have lived in New Mexico , you know how true this is. They actually have a Chili Cook-off about the time Halloween comes around. It takes up a major portion of a parking lot at the Santa Fe Plaza . Judge #3 was an inexperienced Chili taster named Frank, who was visiting from Springfield , IL .
Frank: Recently, I was honored to be selected as a judge at a chili cook-off.. The original person called in sick at the last moment and I happened to be standing there at the judge's table, asking for directions to the Coors Light truck, when the call came in. I was assured by the other two judges (Native New Mexicans) that the chili wouldn't be all that spicy; and, besides, they told me I could have free beer during the tasting, so I accepted and became Judge #3.
Here are the scorecard notes from the event:
CHILI # 1 - MIKE'S MANIAC MONSTER CHILI
Judge # 1 -- A little too heavy on the tomato. Amusing kick.
Judge # 2 -- Nice, smooth tomato flavor. Very mild.
Judge # 3 (Frank) -- Holy crap, what the hell is this stuff? You could remove dried paint from your driveway. Took me two beers to put the flames out. I hope that's the worst one. These New Mexicans are crazy.
CHILI # 2 - EL RANCHO'S AFTERBURNER CHILI
Judge # 1 -- Smoky, with a hint of pork. Slight jalapeno tang.
Judge # 2 -- Exciting BBQ flavor, needs more peppers to be taken seriously.
Judge # 3 -- Keep this out of the reach of children. I'm not sure what I'm supposed to taste besides pain. I had to wave off two people who wanted to give me the Heimlich maneuver. They had to rush in more beer when they saw the look on my face.
CHILI # 3 - ALFREDO'S FAMOUS BURN DOWN THE BARN CHILI
Judge # 1 -- Excellent firehouse chili. Great kick.
Judge # 2 -- A bit salty, good use of peppers.
Judge # 3 -- Call the EPA. I've located a uranium spill. My nose feels like I have been snorting Drano. Everyone knows the routine by now. Get me more beer before I ignite. Barmaid pounded me on the back, now my backbone is in the front part of my chest. I'm getting sh*t-faced from all of the beer.
CHILI # 4=2 0- BUBBA'S BLACK MAGIC
Judge # 1 -- Black bean chili with almost no spice. Disappointing.
Judge # 2 -- Hint of lime in the black beans. Good side dish for fish or other mild foods, not much of a chili.
Judge # 3 -- I felt something scraping across my tongue, but was unable to taste it. Is it possible to burn out taste buds? Sally, the beer maid, was standing behind me with fresh refills. This 300 lb. Woman is starting to look HOT ... Just like this nuclear waste I'm eating! Is chili an aphrodisiac?
CHILI # 5 - LISA'S LEGAL LIP REMOVER
Judge # 1 -- Meaty, strong chili. Jalapeno peppers freshly ground, adding considerable kick. Very impressive.
Judge # 2 -- Chili using shredded beef, could use more tomato. Must admit the jalapeno peppers make a strong statement.
Judge # 3 -- My ears are ringing, sweat is pouring off my forehead and I can no longer focus my eyes. I farted, and four people behind me needed paramedics. The contestant seemed offended when I told her that her chili had given me brain damage. Sally saved my tongue from bleeding by pouring beer directly on it from the pitcher. I wonder if I'm burning my lips off. It really ticks me off that the other judges asked me to stop screaming. Screw them.
CHILI # 6 - VARGA'S VERY VEGETARIAN VARIETY
Judge # 1 -- Thin yet bold vegetarian variety chili. Good balance of spices and peppers.
Judge # 2 -- The best yet. Aggressive use of peppers, onions, garlic. Superb.
Judge # 3 -- My intestines are now a straight pipe filled with gaseous, sulfuric flames. I crapped on myself when I farted, and I'm worried it will eat through the chair. No one seems inclined to stand behind me except that Sally. Can't feel my lips anymore. I need to wipe my butt with a snow cone.
CHILI # 7 - SUSAN'S SCREAMING SENSATION CHILI
Judge # 1 -- A mediocre chili with too much reliance on canned peppers.
Judge # 2 -- Ho hum, tastes as if the chef literally threw in a can of chili peppers at the last moment. **I should take note that I am worried about Judge #3. He appears to be in a bit of distress as he is cursing uncontrollably.
Judge # 3 -- You could put a grenade in my mouth, pull the pin, and I wouldn't feel a thing. I've lost sight in one eye, and the world sounds like it is made of rushing water. My shirt is covered with chili, which slid unnoticed out of my mouth. My pants are full of lava to match my shirt. At least during the autopsy, they'll know what killed me. I've decided to stop breathing. It's too painful. Screw it; I'm not getting any oxygen anyway. If I need air, I'll just suck it in through the 4-inch hole in my stomach.
CHILI # 8 - BIG TOM'S TOENAIL CURLING CHILI
Judge # 1 -- The perfect ending, this is a nice blend chili. Not too bold but spicy enough to declare its existence.
Judge # 2 -- This final entry is a good, balanced chili. Neither mild nor hot. Sorry to see that most of it was lost when Judge #3 farted, passed out, fell over and pulled the chili pot down on top of himself. Not sure if he's going to make it. Poor fella, wonder how he'd have reacted to really hot chili?
Judge # 3 -- No report.
New Mexico Chili Cook-off
If you can read this whole story without laughing, then there's no hope for you. I was crying by the end. This is an actual account as relayed to paramedics at a chili cook-off in New Mexico .
Note: Please take time to read this slowly.
If you pay attention to the first two judges,
the reaction of the third judge is even better.
For those of you who have lived in New Mexico , you know how true this is. They actually have a Chili Cook-off about the time Halloween comes around. It takes up a major portion of a parking lot at the Santa Fe Plaza . Judge #3 was an inexperienced Chili taster named Frank, who was visiting from Springfield , IL .
Frank: Recently, I was honored to be selected as a judge at a chili cook-off.. The original person called in sick at the last moment and I happened to be standing there at the judge's table, asking for directions to the Coors Light truck, when the call came in. I was assured by the other two judges (Native New Mexicans) that the chili wouldn't be all that spicy; and, besides, they told me I could have free beer during the tasting, so I accepted and became Judge #3.
Here are the scorecard notes from the event:
CHILI # 1 - MIKE'S MANIAC MONSTER CHILI
Judge # 1 -- A little too heavy on the tomato. Amusing kick.
Judge # 2 -- Nice, smooth tomato flavor. Very mild.
Judge # 3 (Frank) -- Holy crap, what the hell is this stuff? You could remove dried paint from your driveway. Took me two beers to put the flames out. I hope that's the worst one. These New Mexicans are crazy.
CHILI # 2 - EL RANCHO'S AFTERBURNER CHILI
Judge # 1 -- Smoky, with a hint of pork. Slight jalapeno tang.
Judge # 2 -- Exciting BBQ flavor, needs more peppers to be taken seriously.
Judge # 3 -- Keep this out of the reach of children. I'm not sure what I'm supposed to taste besides pain. I had to wave off two people who wanted to give me the Heimlich maneuver. They had to rush in more beer when they saw the look on my face.
CHILI # 3 - ALFREDO'S FAMOUS BURN DOWN THE BARN CHILI
Judge # 1 -- Excellent firehouse chili. Great kick.
Judge # 2 -- A bit salty, good use of peppers.
Judge # 3 -- Call the EPA. I've located a uranium spill. My nose feels like I have been snorting Drano. Everyone knows the routine by now. Get me more beer before I ignite. Barmaid pounded me on the back, now my backbone is in the front part of my chest. I'm getting sh*t-faced from all of the beer.
CHILI # 4=2 0- BUBBA'S BLACK MAGIC
Judge # 1 -- Black bean chili with almost no spice. Disappointing.
Judge # 2 -- Hint of lime in the black beans. Good side dish for fish or other mild foods, not much of a chili.
Judge # 3 -- I felt something scraping across my tongue, but was unable to taste it. Is it possible to burn out taste buds? Sally, the beer maid, was standing behind me with fresh refills. This 300 lb. Woman is starting to look HOT ... Just like this nuclear waste I'm eating! Is chili an aphrodisiac?
CHILI # 5 - LISA'S LEGAL LIP REMOVER
Judge # 1 -- Meaty, strong chili. Jalapeno peppers freshly ground, adding considerable kick. Very impressive.
Judge # 2 -- Chili using shredded beef, could use more tomato. Must admit the jalapeno peppers make a strong statement.
Judge # 3 -- My ears are ringing, sweat is pouring off my forehead and I can no longer focus my eyes. I farted, and four people behind me needed paramedics. The contestant seemed offended when I told her that her chili had given me brain damage. Sally saved my tongue from bleeding by pouring beer directly on it from the pitcher. I wonder if I'm burning my lips off. It really ticks me off that the other judges asked me to stop screaming. Screw them.
CHILI # 6 - VARGA'S VERY VEGETARIAN VARIETY
Judge # 1 -- Thin yet bold vegetarian variety chili. Good balance of spices and peppers.
Judge # 2 -- The best yet. Aggressive use of peppers, onions, garlic. Superb.
Judge # 3 -- My intestines are now a straight pipe filled with gaseous, sulfuric flames. I crapped on myself when I farted, and I'm worried it will eat through the chair. No one seems inclined to stand behind me except that Sally. Can't feel my lips anymore. I need to wipe my butt with a snow cone.
CHILI # 7 - SUSAN'S SCREAMING SENSATION CHILI
Judge # 1 -- A mediocre chili with too much reliance on canned peppers.
Judge # 2 -- Ho hum, tastes as if the chef literally threw in a can of chili peppers at the last moment. **I should take note that I am worried about Judge #3. He appears to be in a bit of distress as he is cursing uncontrollably.
Judge # 3 -- You could put a grenade in my mouth, pull the pin, and I wouldn't feel a thing. I've lost sight in one eye, and the world sounds like it is made of rushing water. My shirt is covered with chili, which slid unnoticed out of my mouth. My pants are full of lava to match my shirt. At least during the autopsy, they'll know what killed me. I've decided to stop breathing. It's too painful. Screw it; I'm not getting any oxygen anyway. If I need air, I'll just suck it in through the 4-inch hole in my stomach.
CHILI # 8 - BIG TOM'S TOENAIL CURLING CHILI
Judge # 1 -- The perfect ending, this is a nice blend chili. Not too bold but spicy enough to declare its existence.
Judge # 2 -- This final entry is a good, balanced chili. Neither mild nor hot. Sorry to see that most of it was lost when Judge #3 farted, passed out, fell over and pulled the chili pot down on top of himself. Not sure if he's going to make it. Poor fella, wonder how he'd have reacted to really hot chili?
Judge # 3 -- No report.
Monday, December 13, 2010
A burglar
broke into a house one night. He shined his flashlight
around,
looking for
valuables when a voice in the dark
said,
'Jesus
knows you're here.'
He
nearly jumped out of his skin, clicked his flashlight
off, and froze.
When he heard nothing more,
after a bit, he shook his head and
continued.
Just as he pulled the stereo out so
he could disconnect the wires, clear as a bell he
heard
'Jesus is watching you.'
Freaked
out, he shined his light around frantically, looking
for the source of the voice.
..................................
Finally,
in the corner of the room, his flashlight beam came to
rest on a
parrot.
'Did
you say that?' he hissed
at the parrot.
'Yep', the parrot confessed,
then squawked, 'I'm just trying to warn you that he is
watching you.'
The burglar relaxed. 'Warn me,
huh? Who in the world are you ?'
'Moses,'
replied the bird.
'Moses?' the burglar laughed.
'What kind of people would name a bird
Moses?'
'The kind of people that would name a
Rottweiler Jesus.'
me-
thanks bruce
broke into a house one night. He shined his flashlight
around,
looking for
valuables when a voice in the dark
said,
'Jesus
knows you're here.'
He
nearly jumped out of his skin, clicked his flashlight
off, and froze.
When he heard nothing more,
after a bit, he shook his head and
continued.
Just as he pulled the stereo out so
he could disconnect the wires, clear as a bell he
heard
'Jesus is watching you.'
Freaked
out, he shined his light around frantically, looking
for the source of the voice.
..................................
Finally,
in the corner of the room, his flashlight beam came to
rest on a
parrot.
'Did
you say that?' he hissed
at the parrot.
'Yep', the parrot confessed,
then squawked, 'I'm just trying to warn you that he is
watching you.'
The burglar relaxed. 'Warn me,
huh? Who in the world are you ?'
'Moses,'
replied the bird.
'Moses?' the burglar laughed.
'What kind of people would name a bird
Moses?'
'The kind of people that would name a
Rottweiler Jesus.'
me-
thanks bruce
Gloria in excelsis Deo (Gregorian latin) ♱ Glory be to God on high
i always liked this one. we always sang in latin back in the day.
Sunday, December 12, 2010
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