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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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Saturday Stuff: “Rhapsody in Blue”
. Well, I went playing on YouTube again, and this time I ran across several versions of one of my favorite orchestral pieces, George Gershwin’s quintessentially classic American composition, “Rhapsody in Blue“. I’m used to the big symphonic version – … Continue reading
Foodie Friday: The way to a man’s heart….. (Spaghetti and Meatballs)
When I was growing up, my dad liked the Kraft Spaghetti that came in a box. The box contained spaghetti noodles, a spice packet, and a packet of Kraft Parmesan Cheese. You had to add your own tomato paste and … Continue reading
Perceptions
Many years ago, when the girls were much younger, I ran across a wonderful book called “Many Moons” by James Thurber. It is the story of a young princess who falls ill one day after a “surfeit of raspberry tarts”. … Continue reading
Tuesday Tunes – “Don’t Be Cruel” (from “Magic City”)
I first heard this on Showtime’s series “Magic City”, and HAD to find it – it’s from 1975, and is sung by Billy Swan. This is a very cool version of the Elvis Presley classic! . . Have a great day! . … Continue reading
Sunday Funnies: I’m Changing My Primary Doctor…..
Finally, A Doctor Who Agrees With ME! . Q: Doctor, I’ve heard that cardiovascular exercise can prolong life. Is this true? A: Your heart only good for so many beats, and that it…don’t waste on exercise. Everything wear out eventually. … Continue reading
Foodie Friday – Amish Baked Oatmeal
Last year, for some strange reason, I dreamed of Scottish Oatmeal – don’t ask me why; I’ve only heard of the stuff (maybe it was hearing my father-in-law talk about eating steel-cut oats for breakfast. Who knows?). I couldn’t shake … Continue reading
Tuesday Tunes – Dr. Who Mashups
My children have learned not to let me play on YouTube without adult supervision. I escaped their clutches this weekend…. . . . . Age, treachery, and all that – 😛 Have a great day! .
Sunday Funnies: Gaming the System
The following is a repost from January, 2013: So it’s the beginning of a new year, and Paul’s employer has teamed up with Virgin HealthMiles to encourage their employees and their families to “Be Healthy”. What a crock. You sign … Continue reading
OMG – It’s My Blogiversary!!!!
On January 10th, 2011, a new blog was born. It’s 391 posts and 2,251 comments later, and – for better or worst – this little vanity project is still here. Here’s a look back at my very first post:
Tuesday Tunes – “Drowning on Dry Land”
I gotta tell you, I am absolutely LOVING the music that they are playing on this series! This one played at the end of Episode #106 – “The Harder They Fall“. Here is “Drowning on Dry Land”, performed by Albert … Continue reading
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