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“What all the wise men promised has not happened, and what all the damned fools said would happen has come to pass.” – Lord Melbourne
“We voted for these people. We should be allowed to taser them.” – Mike
“If you’re standing around talking about doing away with fossil fuels while pointing at an electric vehicle that’s about 70% synthetic materials, you’ve already failed an IQ test you didn’t even know you were taking.”
“Tradition is not the worship of ashes, but the preservation of fire.”
“They’re not ignorant. They’ll tell you all about what they know.”
“You guys just don’t spend enough time giving yourself cool but limited super-powers. This is the internet.” – laura w.
“Those who expect to reap the blessings of freedom must, like men, undergo the fatigue of supporting it.” – Thomas Paine
“Whoever undertakes to set himself up as judge in the field of truth and knowledge is shipwrecked by the laughter of the gods” – Albert Einstein
“They can pass a law to say anything, but reality gets to bat last.”
“All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing.” – Edmund Burke
“The essential American soul is hard, isolate, stoic, and a killer. It has never yet melted.” – D.H. Lawrence
“If there must be trouble, let it be in my day, that my child may have peace.” – Thomas Paine
“God doesn’t call the equipped – he equips those he calls.” – Barbara Curtis
Always remember: Law is about arguing one fact that helps your argument and ignoring the ten facts that disprove it.
It is impossible to defeat an ignorant man in argument – William McAdoo
“Hand-written notes in cursive writing are still the finest personal way of saying thank you. The people who send those after interviews are the ones who get the jobs.”
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Foodie Friday – Guacamole Deviled Eggs
. For the longest time, I hated deviled eggs – while I love hard-boiled eggs, I’m not overly fond of mustard or pickles, both of which somehow always manage to find their way into a lot of deviled eggs recipes at pot-luck … Continue reading
Tuesday Tunes – “Poor Wayfaring Stranger”
. I’ve got a treat for everyone today – two soulful versions of this beloved classic. Good God Almighty – when the roll is called up yonder, it’s a pretty safe bet that this lady will be in the Heavenly … Continue reading
Sunday Funnies – It’s a good thing he’s so cute…..
A couple of years ago, Paul and I went to see the movie “Act of Valor” – the one that stars real-life Navy SEALs. We both really enjoyed it, and it was neat to see “the real deal” in action. At the time … Continue reading
Foodie Friday – Watermelon Sorbet
. In the heat of the summer, is there anything better than an icy/slushy treat? And who doesn’t love the sweet taste of watermelon in the summertime? This recipe has both, along with a couple of surprise ingredients: . Watermelon … Continue reading
Tuesday Tunes – “Libertango” by the Swingle Singers
. I’m always intrigued by the ingenuity of human beings – having been in choirs virtually all my life, one of the things that I am in awe of is really well-done a cappella music. The Swingle Singers – while the faces/voices may change as … Continue reading
One Small Step – July 20, 1969
. “That’s one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind.” Today marks the anniversary of the first manned Moon landing. Those of us who are old enough to remember seeing it live can still recall the awe … Continue reading
Foodie Friday – Sylvan Beach Summer Soup
. Once again, while looking for one thing I found something completely different…. Back in college, I got a little recipe booklet from the Imperial Sugar company which was full of recipes from around the state of Texas. One of … Continue reading
Tuesday Tunes – “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy”, “Sing, Sing, Sing”
I don’t know why, but music like this just makes me think of summer. This is just lots and lots of fun! . The talented group of singers/dancers is called “Burn the Floor“. You can get a copy of their … Continue reading
Sunday Funnies – Thank Goodness For Lifeguards
Happy Birthday to the One I Love
On this day 54 years ago, a very special little boy was born. I just LOVE Birthdays! (Especially mine….)
