Between buildings where I work, there's a copy center where you can drop off drawings to be reproduced. There's a big sign out front that says, REPRODUCTION SERVICES HOURS 7:30-11:30, 12:30-4:30 The troublemaker in me wants to hang a hand-made sign right below it that says, IN-VITRO ONLY Today, yet again, I am going to … Continue reading Resisting Temptation
Author: Michael
Follower of Jesus, conservative, freedom-loving patriot.
The Purple Heart Hunter
I blogged last night about Swift Boat Veterans and their opinion that John Kerry is unfit for command. They have a book coming out next month, "Unfit for Command," that describes their impression of Kerry, including a description of the first Purple Heart. Other veterans on Kerry's boat that night maintain that there was no … Continue reading The Purple Heart Hunter
Caption This!
Peggy Noonan the Conservative
Peggy Noonan, one of my favorite columnists, has stepped down from her Wall Street Journal position in order to help the Republican party. She feels that now more than ever requires personal sacrifice in order to win the war on terror, and that our best hope of winning the war is if the Republican Party … Continue reading Peggy Noonan the Conservative
Swift Boat Veterans for Truth
John Kerry has made a great deal of his Vietnam service. Have you ever wondered what the other veterans in his swift boat thought of him? John Kerry shouldn't wonder since they sent him a legal cease-and-desist letter to stop Kerry from using their photos: By letters delivered to the campaign on May 17 and … Continue reading Swift Boat Veterans for Truth
Keeping Your Guard Up II
Heh. NYTimes took a lot of heat for their "oh, that terrorism threat is old news" article I blogged yesterday. Today, they're singing a different tune. Senior government officials said Tuesday that new intelligence pointing to a current threat of a terrorist attack on financial targets in New York and possibly in Washington - not … Continue reading Keeping Your Guard Up II
Kerry Admits Bush's Economy is Robust
It was only a matter of time - John Kerry spent months criticizing the economy and blaming it on Bush, but all the signs showed that the economy had turned around and was starting to accelerate rapidly. At the convention last week, Kerry barely mentioned the economy. How is Kerry supposed to complain about the … Continue reading Kerry Admits Bush's Economy is Robust
Keeping Your Guard Up
Yesterday, the terror alert level was raised in New York, New Jersey and Washington, citing intelligence information that showed financial institutions such as Citibank, Prudential, and the World Bank were possible targets. Today, leftist news was dismissive of the threat, saying that it's based on old news prior to 2001. WASHINGTON, Aug. 2 -Much of … Continue reading Keeping Your Guard Up
Discombobulated
I think I left my garage door open this morning.
Dale Earnhardt, Jr. & Kortney Cole
Rumours regarding the breakup of Dale and Kortnie are beginning to swirl. Dale, who once lived in The Hundred Acre Wood under the name of Sanders, has checked into a substance abuse clinic to rid himself of his dependence on honey after investigators into his latest NASCAR crash revealed Dale failed a field sobriety test … Continue reading Dale Earnhardt, Jr. & Kortney Cole
Extra Mileage from *That Race Car Driver*
If you look along the left side, you'll see the vast amount of traffic related to a certain race car driver. Must be a hundred people a day searching for information about Dale and his girlfriend. I didn't list his name on this post because I don't want the search engines to pick it up. … Continue reading Extra Mileage from *That Race Car Driver*
August Stocks
Another good month for mechanical investing; only up 1% for the month, but that's good for this time of year. Out of 12 stocks, 7 were winners and 5 were losers, but the losers only overaged a 1.1% loss, while the winners averaged almost a 10% gain. Here's the breakdown: Holding for another month: Ticker … Continue reading August Stocks
Yet Another Reason to Vote Republican
The Drudge Report says that Republicans will push for the elimination of the IRS at the RNC Convention. A domestic centerpiece of the Bush/GOP agenda for a second Bush term is getting rid of the Internal Revenue Service, the DRUDGE REPORT has learned. Ah, now there's a dream come true. I spend at least 2 … Continue reading Yet Another Reason to Vote Republican
Cutting Another String
Today is a big day - my son is heading off to a 2 day college orientation. Alone. Without me. ARE YOU CRAZY MICHAEL HE'S NOT OLD ENOUGH!!! Apparently, sometime over the last 18 years he grew up. I have thousands of memories with him, but in almost all of them he's someplace between the … Continue reading Cutting Another String
Family Photos: 1963-1965
I spent the weekend scanning and scanning and scanning; this time, the slides I converted cover 1963-1965. As you can see, my sister was a *lot* more enthusiastic about having her picture taken than I was. Here's the new slides this weekend: 1963 4th Qtr - Kittery Maine 1964 1st Qtr 1964 2nd Qtr - … Continue reading Family Photos: 1963-1965
Liberal Media Bias Yet Again
Here's the headline: Some Republicans Defect to Kerry's Camp followed by sample stories to justify the headline. Then comes this confession toward the end: Clay Richards, assistant director of the Polling Institute at Quinnipiac University in Connecticut, says Kerry is getting about 11 or 12 percent of the Republican vote in Pennsylvania and New Jersey … Continue reading Liberal Media Bias Yet Again
Democrats vs Republicans
SondaK knows exactly what is wrong with the Democrats. Question: How do you tell the difference between Democrats, Republicans and Southern Republicans? The answer can be found by posing the following question: You're walking down a deserted street with your wife/husband and two small children. Suddenly, a dangerous looking man with a huge knife comes … Continue reading Democrats vs Republicans
And Then the Marines Excused Themselves to Wash Their Hands
John Kerry would get a better reception if he stuck with liberal venues, but he won't get elected that way. So he's trying to mingle up with middle-of-the-road people, independents... and maybe a few photo ops with some soldiers when he can. Actually, considering the photo ops with military folk aren't going well, perhaps he … Continue reading And Then the Marines Excused Themselves to Wash Their Hands
Moore Fakes a Headline
Michael Moore wanted to make a point in his F***9/11 movie that Bush stole the election, so he put a newspaper headline in there from The Pantagraph, a Bloomington, IL newspaper, that says "Latest Florida recount shows Gore won election." The only trouble is, that was never a headline. It was a letter to the … Continue reading Moore Fakes a Headline
Higher Paying Jobs
I had a conversation with a good neighbor and friend tonight, and one of the topics was job growth. Here in Houston, the job market has been terrible, and it's apparent some jobs in some industries are not coming back. But I think this is looking at the economy through a pinhole - the US … Continue reading Higher Paying Jobs
Friday!
A relaxing weekend is almost here - I ain't got nuttin' on the agenda for this weekend. I might go C&W dancing, I might catch a movie, I might scan some photos, I have no idea yet what I'm going to do. Sunday afternoon I'll spend some time with my son and Mapquest. He has … Continue reading Friday!
Chronicle Having Trouble Praising Kerry
In an unsigned editorial this morning, the Chronicle praises John Kerry's speech last night. Kerry's promises were especially appealing: Whatever shortcomings Kerry's well-crafted speech might have had, it contained no shortage of promises. Fulfilling even one — providing universal and affordable health care — would make Kerry a success where Bill and Hillary Clinton failed. … Continue reading Chronicle Having Trouble Praising Kerry
How Many Positions Does John Kerry Have About the War?
Why, all of them, of course. RNC Chairman Ed Gillespie has put together a video clip of John Kerry's 2001 position where Saddam was a dangerous thug and the US must disarm him by force, to his voting for the war, to his voting against the funding for the war, to sort of being against … Continue reading How Many Positions Does John Kerry Have About the War?
The Only Thing We Have to Fear
The Bleat is some excellent daily wirting... er, writing... see? that's why I'll never be famous. I need an editor. He only wirtes.. writes a single article a day, but each one makes an impact. His family, his daily living, his family values. He even makes music with sound mixers and Star Trek clips. Today's … Continue reading The Only Thing We Have to Fear
USAToday: "I DON'T GET IT"
USAToday tried to think outside the box, but it didn't last long. They hired right-winger Ann Coulter to cover the Democrats, and Michael Moore *shudder* to cover the Democrats. Ann Coulter went first, wrote a scathing, sarcastic, classic Coulter article. USA Today basically said, "I DON'T GET IT IS THIS SUPPOSED TO BE FUNNY" and … Continue reading USAToday: "I DON'T GET IT"
Democratic National Convention
This just in: John Kerry plans to accept the nomination. *zzzzz* I've barely discussed the Democratic National Convention. And do you know why? That's right. It's B-O-R-I-N-G. The only thing remotely interesting was Teresa Heinz telling a reporter to shove it. I was hoping for something interesting to happen: John Kerry announces a new "Principles … Continue reading Democratic National Convention
Kentucky vs California
Jay Leno last night: You know the difference between California and Kentucky? In Kentucky, when three-year olds are running fast, it’s called the Kentucky Derby. In California, when three-year olds are running fast, it’s called the Neverland Ranch.
I Wore Pants Yesterday!
Men have so few fashion choices.
Enterprise Season 4 Spoilers
The SciFiWire interviewed Jolene Blalock about the upcoming season 4, who let slip a couple of spoilers... She gets married in the 3rd episode. To who? Trip? She won't say, though she's doesn't sound like that's likely: "I think it's absolutely ridiculous that some catfish-eating honky-tonk guy would be appealing to this serene character, personally, … Continue reading Enterprise Season 4 Spoilers
Patch & His New Doggy Door
First off, I feel silly calling it a "doggy door." I don't call Patch a "doggy," so why should I call the door something so silly sounding? I'm considering calling it the "Door of Doom for the Viscious 15 lb Canine." That sounds a lot more grown-up, though it doesn't roll off the tongue so … Continue reading Patch & His New Doggy Door
Al Qaeda Operative Arrested in McAllen, Texas
A South African woman, Farida Goolam Mohamed Ahmed, was picked up at the McAllen Miller International Airport on July 19, headed to New York. Authorities believe she is a high-level Al Qaeda operative. Government sources tell FederalNewsRadio.com that capturing this woman could be comparable to the arrest of Khalid Sheik Mohammed, the alleged mastermind of … Continue reading Al Qaeda Operative Arrested in McAllen, Texas
United Nations Abortion Funding
I penned an article for ChronicallyBiased tonight, but it doesn't look like it's going to get posted until tomorrow. Basically, the Houston Chronical had an editorial today that said Bush was going it along and refusing to give money to the UN that was already promised. Like a lot of liberal media lately, they left … Continue reading United Nations Abortion Funding
Odd Personal Fact #1
When I was growing up, I thought the phrase "Doubting Thomas" had something to do with the TV show "That Girl". I was in my late 30's before I found out it was a biblical term and had nothing to do with Marlo Thomas.
Sleeping Late
Sleeping late on a Tuesday morning is wonderful. Everybody should try it sometime. Artisan Renovations is coming over this morning to install... a doggy door. This is way too small of a project for them, but the rest of the renovations have hit a little snag. The doggy door has to be in before my … Continue reading Sleeping Late
T-shirts! Getcher T-shirts Here!
Planned Parenthood is proud to offer yet another t-shirt in our new social fashion line: "I Had an Abortion" fitted T-shirts are now available. Soon we'll be seeing t-shirts that proudly proclaim "I Killed My Unborn Baby and All I Got Was This Stupid T-Shirt." If you don't think Planned Parenthood is promoting convenience abortions, … Continue reading T-shirts! Getcher T-shirts Here!
Somebody Owes me $3
I had to pay for additional bandwidth, you hogs. 😛 Seriously, I appreciate all the visits. I didn't think I would outgrow the initial hosting package so quickly, but all the visits from everybody coming here for pics of Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s girlfriend, information on pastamancy, and misspelled watermellon carvings have really added up. Looking … Continue reading Somebody Owes me $3
Lost Lions
For some reason, Jo's recollection of Lost Lions is different than mine - she launches into a discussion of high-tech ammunitions, chemical peels, masks, arsenals of special soaps... I thought she was recovering from a terrorist attack. Really, Jo, it wasn't *that* bad. 🙂 And hey, before I forget, tomorrow's Jo's birthday. Go make her … Continue reading Lost Lions
Teresa's a Wee Bit Stressed
Poor Teresa Heinz Kerry. She has millions and millions of dollars; she probably doesn't want the attention that running for First Lady brings. I'm sure she'd rather sit on the porch at Nantucket and enjoy champagne and brie. I know I would if I had her kind of money. Last night she snapped; right after … Continue reading Teresa's a Wee Bit Stressed
Star Wars: Episode III, "Revenge of the Sith"
Starwars.com revealed the title of the next Star Wars movie last night. The Sith are masters of the dark side of the Force and the sworn enemies of the Jedi. They were all but exterminated by the Jedi a thousand years ago, but the evil order continued in secrecy. They operated quietly, behind the scenes, … Continue reading Star Wars: Episode III, "Revenge of the Sith"
John Kerry's Rolls Royce
Ya know, if you're John Kerry and you're gonna give a speech in Detroit and give a speech about the plight of the American worker, perhaps toodling around in a Rolls Royce for the day might send the wrong message. Sen. John Kerry spoke about the plight of the American worker when he traveled to … Continue reading John Kerry's Rolls Royce
DNC Free Speech Zone
An area designated for organized protests appears enclosed by mesh and chain link fencing near the site of the upcoming Democratic National Convention, in Boston, Wednesday, July 21, 2004. A new federal lawsuit has been filed against the city over the fenced-in protest area that has been called a 'demonstration zone,' and a 'free speech … Continue reading DNC Free Speech Zone
Anti-Semitism 150, Israel 6
The United Nations passed a resolution, 150-6, to demand the Israel tear down the wall they're building that's keeping the Palestinian bombers out. Carlos asks,I can imagine Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, … Continue reading Anti-Semitism 150, Israel 6
What Do You Want on Your Tombstone?
The Tombstone Generator found via The Cheese Stands Alone, these are my entries. Give me your best tombstone entry. 🙂
Why on Earth…
Found via The Irish Lass who was kind enough to leave a poem for me earlier this week is this article in the NY Sun of a woman's attempt to be a Bush supporter among the leftist hate. She has the ultimate answer, though: If someone dares to confront me, I’ll give them the following … Continue reading Why on Earth…
France, Country of Love
Well, except for spitting on Lance Armstrong and their hatred of Jews. Other than that, I'm sure it's a lovely country. Tip: Indepundit
Spinnin' Wheel
Old post about Sandy Berger. The post, like the Clinton adminstration, was corrupted. The post was removed, and due to term limits, so was Bill Clinton.
Operation "King of the Forest"
"Your mission, Jim Michael, should you choose to accept it..." No, I haven't called (and no, this wasn't a dream). Even I, suave and debonaire Michael, have no idea what I would say if I called. Help me out here. "Hi, my name is Michael and ... " Here's a bad example: "Hi, my name … Continue reading Operation "King of the Forest"
Liberal Media Joyfully Reports Decline in Protestants
I was recently asked to be a guest blogger for ChronicallyBiased, a web-based newspaper that exposes the liberal slant and incomplete stories published by the Houston Chronicle. The exposure over there is vastly greater than here on Chasing the Wind; for one thing, they advertise on the radio and I don't. 🙂 Anyway, I had … Continue reading Liberal Media Joyfully Reports Decline in Protestants
Some Women Buy Shoes
Other women buy hats.
King of the Forest
I have to get my car inspected, but that has almost nothing to do with the story. Like a good little taxpayer, I reregistered both cars - my Maxima and my son's Aurora. He's heading off to college next month and I've been trying to do last minute training at turning him into a full-fledged … Continue reading King of the Forest
My Socks Normally Bulge Like That
Pundits speculate that the missing documents, based on topics that Sandy Berger was researching, relates to what the Clinton adminstration knew about Al Qaeda operations in the US and the Clinton's Adminstration's plan of action. Other speculation is that Clinton actually had a plan developed after the Millenium Bomber was caught, but may have delayed … Continue reading My Socks Normally Bulge Like That
Liberal Bias and Sandy Berger
New York Times: Buries the story at the bottom of page A16. If you can't find the story, maybe it doesn't exist. Reuters: Berger and one of his lawyers said he inadvertently removed copies of a classified memo and his handwritten notes on the material he reviewed, but immediately returned them when he was told … Continue reading Liberal Bias and Sandy Berger
"You're Going to Find Us Working"
Or so he says. Heh.
John Kerry Flips on U.N. Position?
In April, John Kerry said: That is why, for the long term, our third step we must remove the “Made in America†label from the Iraqi occupation. We can do that by creating an international mission authorized by the United Nations. That mission should become the main civilian partner in helping the Iraqi people hold … Continue reading John Kerry Flips on U.N. Position?
Linda Ronstadt: You're No Good
At a concert Saturday night, Linda Ronstadt praised Michael Moore, calling him a "great American patriot." In return, she was soundly booed, her audience walked out on her, and the management escorted her off the property. If you're going to praise the anti-Americans, expect the Americans to take offense. Entertainers ought to remember that they're … Continue reading Linda Ronstadt: You're No Good
Dale Earnhardt, Jr.’s Girlfriend
Dale Earnhardt, Jr had a crash today. Lots of people searching for news about him, and I just wrote about him last week. Dale Earnhardt, Jr. has a girlfriend named Courtney, according to the people using search engines to find "Dale Earnhardt Jr girlfriend Courtney pictures" here on Chasing the Wind. I didn't know that. … Continue reading Dale Earnhardt, Jr.’s Girlfriend
Paying the Ransom to Kidnappers
Michelle Malkin uncovers a story from Philippines Daily Tribune: The Malaysian government, Malacañang and the [Phillipine] Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) yesterday refused to confirm or deny reports that $6 million in ransom was paid out to the Iraqi kidnappers for the release of Filipino truck driver Angelo de la Cruz in time for President … Continue reading Paying the Ransom to Kidnappers
Bush Apologize? I Think Not.
There are a couple of liberal websites I read; I find most of them full of vitriol and I avoid them, but some of them have polite, civil discussion. One of them is Something's Got to Break. He's posted an article that calls for Bush to apologize for the Iraq war. I was intrigued by … Continue reading Bush Apologize? I Think Not.
California Girlie Men
Arnold Schwarzenegger took over a tough job in California - spending is way out of control, the people are already taxed to their eyeballs, and Arnold has to get the budget under control. He's trying to do it by compromising up the middle - floating some bonds and cutting some programs. His problem is that … Continue reading California Girlie Men
The NCAA Didn't Kill Your Son
The death of Texas A&M football player Brandon Fails from a pulmonary embolism in 2002 stemmed in part from the National Collegiate Athletic Association's failure to ensure that school personnel could treat such a condition, Fails' parents assert in an amended version of their lawsuit against the university. It's obvious you're in it for the … Continue reading The NCAA Didn't Kill Your Son
Rod Paige and the NAACP
Rod Paige tears into the NAACP in an opinion to the Wall Streel Journal. I have a message for the NAACP's Julian Bond and Kweisi Mfume, who have accused black conservatives of being the "puppets" of white people, unable to think for ourselves: You do not own, and you are not the arbiters of, African-American … Continue reading Rod Paige and the NAACP
Martha Stewart
I'm not really getting into the Martha Stewart thing. I only turned on the TV for a few minutes for breakfast this morning, and Fox News was all "Martha Stewart this" and "Martha Stewart that." *zzzzz* I don't really care whether she's an "ice princess," a "domestic diva," the salvation of our sofa with handmade … Continue reading Martha Stewart
Kerry: They've Offered to Brief Me…
Source: Allah is in the House
Buying a House?
Then take some advice from Jo at Spin the Moon. She understands what makes a good house - The first time we saw the house, it was horrible. The entryway and halls were sponge painted in purple, yellow and orange. The kitchen still had the avocado green, harvest gold, and burnt orange striped wallpaper leftover … Continue reading Buying a House?
Kerry Wants to Be Just like Bush
Kerry added a new twist to his criticisms of Bush. Now he says he believes in the pre-emptive strike, the part of Bush's foreign policy attacked most often. He says he would attack first if he had sound intelligence information found credible by American and their allies. Then he criticized Bush again for "going it … Continue reading Kerry Wants to Be Just like Bush
Senator's Plane Crash
The Associated Press reports that New York junior Senator Hillary Clinton narrowly escaped injury in the aircraft that she was piloting when she was forced to make an emergency landing in Southern Texas because of bad weather. National Transportation Safety Board officials have issued a preliminary determination that pilot error contributed to the accident, and … Continue reading Senator's Plane Crash
Another Item I Won't Be Blogging About
The Emmy nominations were announced today. I almost never watch TV.
Terror in the Skies, Again?
Forget that last post on tuition increases. It pales next to comparison. This eyewitness perspective at WomensWallStreet is what we should be concerned about. Read it. From the terrorists latest dry-run attempts at building bombs in-flight to lawsuits the airlines have lost when they've questioned suspicious Muslim men traveling together and NPR complaining that Arab … Continue reading Terror in the Skies, Again?
Tuition Increases Necessary
At the University of Michigan, students will have to pay 2.8% more in tuition next year to make ends meets. Even so, some class sizes will have to be increased. Some specialized courses will be cut back. 122 jobs will have to be cut, including 40 faculty. Travel funds are being decreased, library hours will … Continue reading Tuition Increases Necessary
Valid Criticisms and Polite Discourse
In any disagreement, there's a way to have a polite discourse. Once you've resorted to name-calling, the effectiveness of the argument is lost. For instance, I feel calling Michael Moore a liar is valid as long as I have evidence he is purposefully misleading people. I see some bloggers calling him "fat". While that's true, … Continue reading Valid Criticisms and Polite Discourse
Dale Earnhard, Jr.'s Politics
Liberal websites all over and gleefully reporting the news that Dale Earnhardt, Jr., took his crew to see Fahrenheit 9/11. *Every* source that I followed tacked back to one of these two places: Michael Moore claims Dale Earnhardt Jr. took his pit crew to see F9/11:Surfing through the dial I landed on the Fox broadcasting … Continue reading Dale Earnhard, Jr.'s Politics
Texas Teachers Comparatively Well-Paid
Today's Chronicle has a story from the Texas Classroom Teachers Association (TCTA, part of the ultra-liberal National Education Association) and the American Federation of Teachers (AFT, a union group, part of the AFL-CIO). Of course, reading the article you'd have no idea the NEA and the AFL-CIO were involved. In fact, most Houston teachers would … Continue reading Texas Teachers Comparatively Well-Paid
Groucho Watermellon Pastamancer Switzerland
This just in: Chasing the Wind is the #1 match on Google for "Groucho impersonation." There have been a lot of odd searches that led people here recently (more watermellon carving!) but they've all been dwarfed by the number of people trying to download Michael Moore's trashing of America flick. But I don't want to … Continue reading Groucho Watermellon Pastamancer Switzerland
Whoopi Learns Something New
Whoopi learns a lesson about Cause and Effect. Background: Kerry skips an intelligence briefing so he can do an interview with Larry King and then attend a $25,000 a plate fundraiser. Cause: At the fundraiser, Whoopi made crude, juvenile remarks; the New York Post said "she fired off a stream of vulgar sexual wordplays on … Continue reading Whoopi Learns Something New
Federal Marriage Amendment
Wall Street Journal writes today on the Federal Marriage Amendment that I found interesting. They basically oppose amending the Constitution to prohibit gay marriages... but they *are* in favor of an amendment that prohibits Federal courts from interpeting the Constitution that way. The entire article is here, but here are the key points that interested … Continue reading Federal Marriage Amendment
Trial Lawyers and Tort Reform
From Overlawyered.com and Point of Law, there are ample reasons to consider that tort reform in America is desparately needed. Manufacturers are wary of the Legal-Lotto system in the US that can spur class-action lawsuits on behalf of plaintiffs that may not have suffered any ill effects or are ever likely to do so, but … Continue reading Trial Lawyers and Tort Reform
Heart & Soul of America
George Bush Campaign Manager Ken Mehlman sent an open letter to John Kerry campaign manager Mary Beth Cahill. Just thought I'd help get the word out. 🙂 : Dear Ms. Cahill: On Thursday your campaign hosted a fundraiser at Radio City Music Hall at which Sen. Kerry said, "Every performer tonight in their own way … Continue reading Heart & Soul of America
Fruit for Breakfast
I asked a co-worker this morning how things were going. That's a meaningless phrase, now that I think about it. What things? Where are they going? His answer: things were just peachy. And I realized that didn't answer the question. Peachy isn't a destination. "Where are you going? Peachy?" I asked him if there were … Continue reading Fruit for Breakfast
Why Israel Needs a Fence
From NY Times (registration reguired). Benjamin Netanyahu: Instead of placing Palestinian terrorists and those who send them on trial, the United Nations-sponsored international court placed the Jewish state in the dock, on the charge that Israel is harming the Palestinians' quality of life. But saving lives is more important than preserving the quality of life. … Continue reading Why Israel Needs a Fence
College Orientation
Might be on hold. My son & I were (or maybe just he was) planning on going up Thursday and Friday. He didn't tell me he had scheduled to have his wisdom teeth removed. 😛 So he's lounging about on the sofa, making moaning noises. I think I'm going to have to reschedule.
France Opposes Helping Iraq. Again.
Iraqi Foreign Minister Hoshiyar Zebari appealed to the 26-nation [NATO] alliance Tuesday to provide border security support, military equipment and protection for U.N. personnel as well as training for the army which is now being rebuilt. "We need this training you promised us in Istanbul to be carried out as soon as possible. We need … Continue reading France Opposes Helping Iraq. Again.
Fifty-Nine Deceits
"Fifty-nine Deceits in Fahrenheit 911" is written by Ralph Nader supporter Dave Kopel. Kopel offers a thorough rebuttal of the points Michael Moore tries to make in his movie. I think it's worthy to note that liberals that support Kerry "because of all the Bush lies" have no qualms whatsoever about supporting Moore's movie. If … Continue reading Fifty-Nine Deceits
Proud to Be Irresponsible
Right Thinking Girl says last night on Hannity & Holmes that Kerry said he was "proud" he had voted against the $87 billion to protect and equip our troops. Last September, though, he said it was "irresponsible" to vote against it. The only conclusion I can come from those two quotes is that he's proud … Continue reading Proud to Be Irresponsible
Conversation in a Cafeteria
This morning. Cook: What you like? Me: Two eggs, slice of cheese. Cook puts 2 eggs and sausage in the to-go box. Me: I don't want any sausage. Cook dumps everything out, starts over. Cook: What you like? Me: Two eggs, slice of cheese. Cook: You want sausage? Me: Sausage? No, I don't want sausage. … Continue reading Conversation in a Cafeteria
This Land is Your Land
This Land is Your Land, This Land is My Land. Makes me want to sing a long. Funny stuff. 🙂 Thanks to rachel for pointing it out. edit: Changed rachel's name to lowercase. Now that I know, ya know. 🙂
Playing the Race Card
June 24, 2004: NAACP Chairman Julian Bond says that President Bush and other Republicans are racist. ""Their idea of equal rights is the American flag and the Confederate swastika flying side by side," Bond told a cheering audience. "They've written a new constitution for Iraq and ignore the Constitution here at home. They draw their … Continue reading Playing the Race Card
I Believe…
Pardon My English has a terrific article that blends in nicely with one of my posts last week. Aaron points out that Kerry says he believes life begins at conception. Michael Meehan, Kerry's senior advisor, says that Kerry is a practicing Catholic, yet won't impose those beliefs on others. Yet if you go to Kerry's … Continue reading I Believe…
College Orientation
I signed my son and me up for orientation at Sam Houston State University this week. It's a 2-day overnight trip, Thursday & Friday. When I read the agenda, they separate us within the first 30 minutes and I don't see my son again until the orientation is over. There's no agenda for what they … Continue reading College Orientation
Kris's Older Sister
Last night's dream was in a movie theater. Or a swimming pool. Or maybe a movie theater in a swimming pool. I'm not really sure. There was a girl in high school, Kris. I barely knew her, haven't thought about her since 1980. All I remember about her is that she had red hair. She had an older sister. I didn't know her at all. And *that's* who I was seeing the movie with last night. So Kris's older sister - call me. We should talk. 😛 P.S. There were also tornadoes and wine bottle in the dream. I'm so confused.
Ain't I Cuuuute?
Once upon a time Chasing the Wind was an Insignificant Microbe in the TTLB Ecosystem. And with all the new visitors, Chasing the Wind has evolved, past Slimy Mollusc, past Flippery Fish and Slithering Reptiles. And past the Flappy Bird level over the last week. According to TTLB, Chasing the Wind is now Ranked #1932 … Continue reading Ain't I Cuuuute?
Leave a Message at the Beep (Part 2)
When John Kerry missed the intelligence briefing this week in order to do a Larry King interview and attend a fundraiser, lots of pundits questioned whether there should have been a briefing at all. In case you haven't pieced it all together, liberals blame George Bush and Tom Ridge whenRidge announces a terror alert and … Continue reading Leave a Message at the Beep (Part 2)
John Kerry's Heresy
I posted here that Kerry's straddling of the fence was unsustainable. He's trying to portray himself a good Catholic boy, a follower of the Catholic faith, and yet he votes 100% pro-abortion. "It's hard," Kerry told parishioner Frank Ward, a father of five and an abortion opponent. "It's a difficult line to walk." Of course … Continue reading John Kerry's Heresy
"Baby killer!"
Those words ought to frighten you - our country's biggest mistake was treating returning Vietnam soldiers with contempt. It weakened our military, drove a wedge down the middle of America, and abused tens of thousands of Vietnam veterans. Are those days long gone? Are the days when people like John Kerry organized groups like Vietnam … Continue reading "Baby killer!"
Whole Lotta Huggin' Goin' On
SondraK shows the way to a political love story, complete with soundrack. That's a whole lotta huggin' in the first 3 days of JohnJohn campaigning together. Some poll must have suggested that the metrosexual vote was up for grabs. Teresa: "Wait for me, JohnJohn!"
Blogrolling List
If you're visiting the list of blogs on the sidebar, I'm tweaking how they're displayed. They were displayed with the most recently updated blog at the top, oldest at the bottom. That wasn't working for me, took too long to find a particular blog sometimes. Now they're in alphabetical order. If the blog has been … Continue reading Blogrolling List
I Can't Come to the Terrorist Briefing, Please Leave a Message at the Beep
On Larry King last night, King asked John Kerry about Homeland Security's Tom Ridge warning about a possible terrorist attack. KING: News of the day, Tom Ridge warned today about al Qaeda plans of a large-scale attack on the United States. Didn't increase the -- you see any politics in this? What's your reaction? KERRY: … Continue reading I Can't Come to the Terrorist Briefing, Please Leave a Message at the Beep
Paruresis
So you're walking down a street in Switzerland, and you need to use a public toilet. From the outside, it's mirrored because it's made of one-way glass. From the inside, it appears like this. Do you stop and use the facilities, or do you look for something... less exposed?
Protest Without a Cause
I dunno what came over him, but a little girl named Isis asked California Education Secretary Richard Riordan if he knew her name meant "Egyptian Goddess." Riordan replied, "It means stupid dirty girl." After some nervous laughter in the room, the girl told Riordan her name meant "Egyptian Goddess." "Hey, that's nifty," Riordan said. Afterwards, … Continue reading Protest Without a Cause
John Kerry is Everyman
Jo at Spin the Moon brought up an interesting point in the previous post's comments... she suggests that John Kerry looks like Herman Munster. (I wasn't going to call her "Jo" out loud until I saw she already did that on her site) I can certainly see the resemblance, but I always thought Kerry looked … Continue reading John Kerry is Everyman
Bug Me Not
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