CARPE DIEM: 100 Things Restaurant Staffers Should Never Do

CARPE DIEM: 100 Things Restaurant Staffers Should Never Do

John Lott's Website: Climategate Scandal: "tip of a giant iceberg of a well organized international climate warming conspiracy"?#links

'Little Climatic Optimum' - that period from roughly 800 AD to 1100 AD - when the Vikings were thriving, settling Greenland and Iceland, is well before the Industrial Revolution. It is this period that the Global Warmists, simply refuse to acknowledge.
I'm sorry, but anybody who still believes in Man-made Global Warming has a screw loose!

John Lott's Website: Climategate Scandal: "tip of a giant iceberg of a well organized international climate warming conspiracy"?#links

Finding my way to the Truth

Wonderful Church that is helping me find my way.

LINK: http://christtheredeemer.org/index.cfm

John Lott's Website: The Unwillingness of the British Met to Release data

More lies and obstructions from the University of East Anglia. Why anybody is even talking to those hucksters is a mystery to me.
John Lott's Website: The Unwillingness of the British Met to Release data

Confusion of reporting

"Confusion of reporting"---
Yep, that is what one agency said when asked why their report of jobs created by the stimulus was overstated.
"How many jobs were created by Stimulus Funds?" --- "Gee, that is so confusing."

I grow tired of the audacity of hype.

John Lott's Website: "Stimulus jobs overstated by 1,000s"

John Lott's Website: Amtrak loses $32 per passenger

Enough is enough!!
This is basically the same outfit that wants to run the Healthcare industry... 1/6th of our Economy?
Has America lost it's freakin' mind? This has to stop!
Vote for free markets with no government interferrence or control.

John Lott's Website: Amtrak loses $32 per passenger

From the SteeljawScribe...a worthy cause.

Everybody can understand how technology has made communication quicker. What is often overlooked is how technology helps in healing. Game consoles assist in relieving the boredom that often sets in while recovering from injuries or surgery. Support VALOUR IT if you can.



LINK:
http://steeljawscribe.com/2009/10/26/valour-it-fundraiser-2009-edition-underway

CARPE DIEM: Legalize It!

I never really thought about "flipping" the issue of insider trading on it's head, but this is an interesting article. At first glance, I think the author has made a good point.

CARPE DIEM: Legalize It!

John Lott's Website: Health insurance industry profits are actually pretty low

Just another example of the lies that spew forth from Politicians (of all stripes) these days.
Say one thing, when the truth is actually the opposite...
Cook the books to hide the actual cost of programs...
Continue down a path when that path is clearly a failure...
Support programs that are full of corruption with more money...
Use taxpayer money as their own bank account...

John Lott's Website: Health insurance industry profits are actually pretty low

Balloon Boy Halloween Costume

Just amazes me how quickly the free market can capitalize on a story. This time next month it wouldn't have been possible.

LINK: http://www.thenoseonyourface.com/conservative-satire/balloon-boy-halloween-costume/

The Continuum: Fr. Wells' Bulletin Inserts

A thoughtful piece about the symbolism of clothes. Enjoy.
The Continuum: Fr. Wells' Bulletin Inserts

John Lott's Website: White House tries to keep Fox News from Pay Czar interview

Is the tide finally turning with the Liberal Press? Even it (they) have to see that next week it could be that they have the sign on their back that says, "Kick Me!"

John Lott's Website: White House tries to keep Fox News from Pay Czar interview

John Lott's Website: Dems refuse to budge on Abortion language

It is nice that a religion other than Islam is taking a position on an issue.
John Lott's Website: Dems refuse to budge on Abortion language

John Lott's Website: Dept of Justice claims Blacks aren't smart enough to figure out who to vote for unless politicians are labeled by party

Inexplicable. This simply defies logic!

John Lott's Website: Dept of Justice claims Blacks aren't smart enough to figure out who to vote for unless politicians are labeled by party

What is it? #2

Take a guess at what this is. Those who guess correctly will win a years supply of clean* air. Only one submission per reader per minute.

Good Luck!

*as clean as the air around you.

John Lott's Website: Ron Bloom: Obama's senior counselor for manufacturing policy#links

Sickening, shocking, and inexplicable! How could so many Racists elect the President. Nobody really disagrees with his policies, they are simply racists, right?

John Lott's Website: Ron Bloom: Obama's senior counselor for manufacturing policy#links

CARPE DIEM: The No Insurance Club: Innovative Prepaid Medical Plans That Restore the Doctor-Patient Relationship#links

I just knew that the private free market had a solution. The answer has never been more government. Just the opposite...the answer has always been individual responsibility!

CARPE DIEM: The No Insurance Club: Innovative Prepaid Medical Plans That Restore the Doctor-Patient Relationship#links

Looks like daughter may get a phone for Xmas.

At a dollar a day, this is quite a deal to keep in touch with daughter. I am impressed.

CARPE DIEM: Wal-Mart's $45 Cell Phone Plan: Unlimited Minutes, Unlimited Text Messages, Unlimited Web Access

Want to get caught up on Health Care/Insurance Legislation?

Well then the best source of information I've been able to find has been the Heritage Foundation.
Concise, well written status updates are only a point and click away.
I hope that you will find this "Morning Bell" both revealing and educational.

The status of the legislation is currently a gigantic mess. It has no chance of actually doing what it hopes to accomplish. Service will likely decrease, costs will likely increase and there will DEFINITELY be rationing.

LINK:
http://tinyurl.com/yfq8ehn

I'm not responsible, it wasn't my fault, somebody else must pay!

Read the two following stories. You really only have to skim them to know what is going on.


Story 1
http://www.clickondetroit.com/automotive/21235650/detail.html

Story 2
http://jalopnik.com/5377355/your-new-lexus-floor-mats-will-look-like-crap/gallery/?selectedImage=1
Photo courtesy of Jalopnik.com

The question should have been, "Wasn't there a brake in the car?"
It is always somebody else's fault with the moocher class of Americans. They are never responsible for their actions or the results of their actions.

CARPE DIEM: 9th Monthly Increase in Used Vehicle Price Index

All my friends (okay, 1) who are wanting to buy a used car are shocked that used cars are worth so much. I tell them that they shouldn't be suprised that used cars are commanding a higher price, the supply of them has been artificially decrease (thank you Cash4Clunkers!). Supply down so prices are up. Any Second Grader (okay, my daughter) can tell you that when you have less of something (scarsity) than the value of that something goes up. (Think life preserver and drowning man.)

I hope that you find this article as informative as I did.

CARPE DIEM: 9th Monthly Increase in Used Vehicle Price Index

John Lott's Website: "Many" Congressmen Do What Rangel Does on Disclosure Forms

Ummm, okay. Representative Waters will you please state who these other criminals are?

The culture of corruption is out of control. The blame falls on the citizens who elected individuals instead of supporting ideas. Men will always fail you, while ideas are everlasting.

John Lott's Website: "Many" Congressmen Do What Rangel Does on Disclosure Forms

John Lott's Website: Five year old boy kills 800 pound Alligator

Amazing. I lived for many years on a lake that had alligators living in it. My childhood friends and I didn't think twice about swimming in that lake. Our parents, too, didn't seem concerned. Alligators then, I suppose, were more afraid of humans...or maybe it was that the Press didn't move at the speed of light...or maybe it was that our parents friends knew people (who would take out the gators in the middle of the night and keep the lakes clear).
Either way, those times growing up on a lake were wonderful. I didn't realize just what a great upbringing I had until I started comparing stories with my Navy friends. Only then did I realize how truly fortunate I was to have the wonderful opportunities I did.
This really is an amazing story when you look at it in terms of survival instinct or in terms of individual responsibility.
The very young boy was taught to take matters in his own hand if necessary. He didn't just give up. He fought back. And he appreciated the power of gunpowerder and ammunition. It allowed him to vanquish something much bigger than he.
Bravo Zulu!
John Lott's Website: Five year old boy kills 800 pound Alligator

CARPE DIEM: Post Office Version of the Big Three "Jobs Bank"

CARPE DIEM: Post Office Version of the Big Three "Jobs Bank"

Michigan gets is wrong again...No Common Sense!!

What is wrong in Michigan? Common Sense has gone South for the Winter! This just can't be tolerated in a free society any more.

CARPE DIEM: Michigan's Babysitting Gestapo

Lefthandedness...the new area of growth

I've seen it all! There is money to be made in so many things just by viewing them from the world of left-handedness.
CARPE DIEM: Markets in Everything: Left-Handed Underpants

Funny - Nick Thune

While waiting for Rush Limbaugh to come on the Jay Leno show, I did enjoy this comedian.

Nick Thune. I wonder if he is any relation to Senator John Thune of South Dakota.

Anyway, as I said, I enjoyed it and actually laughed out loud...something I don't do often with TV comedians.

LINK:

http://www.hulu.com/watch/97975/the-jay-leno-show-nick-thune

Disaggregated Data

Ever since going to Grad School, I've been intrigued by statistics and data collection. This article by the Wall Street Journal and the chart/data that accompanies it is simply astounding.

LINK:

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB125356566517528879.html

Way cool. Can you imagine where this will be in 20 years?

Alright, this isn't exactly Luke Skywalker's Hand, but it is pretty close.
Star Wars, later renamed Episode IV - A New Hope, came out in 1977-32 years ago. Try and remember how amazing something like a robotic arm was. Yes, Steve Austin had one too. But this was simply something that was "SCIENCE FICTION." Now the term "SCIENCE NON-FICTION" seems more appropriate.
I can't wait to see where even 20 years of development will bring this technology. A tip of the hat to Dean Kamen and his engineers and scientists.
LINK:
http://www.popsci.com/scitech/article/2009-06/luke-arm-begins-widespread-testing-among-veterans

33 Minutes...that's not too long.

This is a disturbing video. It should make you think about who you vote for.

LINK:
http://www.heritage.org/33-minutes/

Not Exactly Sure What She's Talking About

Watching this video statement from Speaker Pelosi. She seems to me to be trying to tell many Americans that their words can hurt.

Of particular note, the phase, "...some of the ears that it is falling on are not as balanced as the person making the statement may assume."

Is she talking about me?

LINK:

http://www.realclearpolitics.com/video/2009/09/17/pelosi_chokes_up_warning_against_political_violence.html

What is it?

Email me (or post a comment with response) and you could possibly be a winner.

Seersucker Crime Suit

I had this thought the other day while walking my dog. I can't explain where it came from, but I was thinking that the clothing one wears speaks volumes. Think of the following...

- Orange jump suit

- Black hoodie

- Seersucker jacket

Anyway, I thought of the idea of somebody burgling a house wearing seersucker was laughable.

I'm sure it has happened, but I couldn't comprehend the concept.

Some more facts on "seersucker."

Distinctively wrinkled seersucker was first woven in India. The name of the fabric is a Hindi derivation of a Persian phrase, "shir shakkar," which translates as "milk and sugar," representing the alternating rough and smooth textures of the cloth’s signature stripes.

I've thought this for years...

Indeed, there is something blowing in the wind--The stench in Washington DC!
Wiinning platform of
1) Smaller Government,
2) Strong Defense,
3) FairTax,
4) Strong Borders,

So, what did you think?

Liberals loved it. Conservatives didn't.

Besides the "heckling" of Joe Wilson, there wasn't a whole lot that was different in this speech than any of his other speeches. Specifics were not there and the idea that you can increase coverage, increase service while lowering cost just doesn't ring true to millions of Americans.

an aging actor oh so furious

What's to fear from the Peaceful Religion of Islam?

Yale Bows to Islam, Censors Book

I think that this is all overblown.

Islam is a peaceful religion, right?

LINK:

http://sweetness-light.com/archive/yale-bows-to-islam-censors-book

Sent to me from my buddy CHOP

Now Chop is a character. He talks with a drawl even though he has been educated at the U.S. Naval Academy and served 26 years all across the world. He has spent more time away from his South Carolina roots than he ever spent in them, however, with Chop the drawl is a part of him. It is like asking a tiger to be without his stripes.
He likes Sarah Palin. I think that she was the best person on either of the tickets. She is a conservative.

Read this article and see if you can argue the points the writer makes.

LINK:
http://www.thecarpetmachine.com/Sarah_Palin_Achievements.html

In stitches...Jim Gaffigan on the most unbelievable food ever

Comedian Jim Gaffigan : BACON!

LINK:

http://www.ebaumsworld.com/video/watch/42402/

Health Care Reform for America...who thinks like we do.

Bulldog251 has an excellent post on how health care will work if passed by the current ilk in Congress.

LINK:
http://bulldog251.blogspot.com/2009/09/health-care-for-all-my-friends.html

A lot of opportunity for the perp to stop before being shot.

From the esteemed John Lott's website.

Seems that a citizen with a concealed carry permit...and a gun...came to the assistance of another who feared for his life.

BRAVO!!

LINK:
http://johnrlott.blogspot.com/2009/09/good-samaritan-justifiably-shot-thief.html#links

Alaska Levi - Boxer or Briefs?

Apocalypse - is a term applied to the disclosure to certain privileged persons of something hidden from the majority of humankind--It doesn't necessarily mean "destruction," however in this case I believe it does.

LINK:

http://www.newser.com/story/68450/levi-will-pose-in-his-skivvies-for-playgirl.html

Ed.gov with misspelled word.

Check out how they spell Schoochildren (sic) in the second paragraph.
What a joke. No, my daughter will not be attending/watching this. She is more likely to be watching "Spongebob" than "Sponge OB."

Markets in Everything: Eye Candy Caddies

Thanks to Carpe Diem for the link. I may want to start playing golf again.

LINK:
Eye Candy Caddies:

"Read my Lips"...yes, they are moving - you must be...

From the Washington Post
“If you rule out inflating our way out of the problem and defaulting on the debt, there are two ways: Cut spending or raise taxes,” said William G. Gale, an expert on fiscal policy at the Brookings Institution. With more than 80 percent of federal spending devoted to politically untouchable programs such as Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid, he said, “it’s going to be really hard to make significant headway on the spending side. So that means you’ve got to think about taxes.”


LINK:
http://belowthebeltway.com/2009/08/29/yes-american-middle-class-barack-obama-will-raise-your-taxes/

Going Dutch

Word Origins. Facinating.

This is a good article that includes a days worth (or more) of word origins that show the amazing ability of language to entertain and amuse.

LINK:

http://www.visualthesaurus.com/cm/ll/1969/#comments

50 years of math in the US

Last week I purchased a burger at Burger King for $1.58. The counter girl took my $2 and I was digging for my change when I pulled 8 cents from my pocket and gave it to her. She stood there, holding the nickel and 3 pennies, while looking at the screen on her register. I sensed her discomfort and tried to tell her to just give me two quarters , but she hailed the manager for help. While he tried to explain the transaction to her, she stood there and cried. Why do I tell you this? Because of the evolution in teaching math since the 1950s:

Teaching Math In 1950s

A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is 4/5 of the price. What is his profit ?

Teaching Math In 1960s

A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is 4/5 of the price, or $80. What is his profit?

Teaching Math In 1970s

A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is $80. Did he make a profit?

Teaching Math In 1980s

A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is $80 and his profit is $20. Your assignment: Underline the number 20.

Teaching Math In 1990s

A logger cuts down a beautiful forest because he is selfish and inconsiderate and cares nothing for the habitat of animals or the preservation of our woodlands. He does this so he can make a profit of $20. What do you think of this way of making a living? Topic for class participation after answering the question: How did the birds and squirrels feel as the logger cut down their homes? (There are no wrong answers, and if you feel like crying, it's ok. )

Teaching Math In 2009

Un hachero vende una carretada de maderapara $100. El costo de la producciones es $80. Cuanto dinero ha hecho?

The President finally gets specific...maybe.

Okay, before starting yet another government program. The constituents should be able to ask the following questions.

1) Why didn't Medicare work?

2) Why can't the Post Office be self sufficient?

3) Why is Social Security going broke?

4) Why doesn't Congress intend to sign up for the Health Care/Insurance Plan being forced on the rest of us?

5) How many more years until the War on Poverty will won?

Until any/all of these questions are answered to my satisfaction, I'm opposed to further growth of government at the expense of my liberty.

LINK:

http://politics.theatlantic.com/2009/09/something_new_on_health_care_ultimatums_from_the_president.php

Heritage Foundation looks at Stimulus and Job Creation

By his own calculation, President Obama has failed.

LINK:
http://www.heritage.org/Research/Economy/bg2310.cfm

Gimli Glider

Almost the worst thing that can happen to you in aviation. This is amazing.

Gimli Glider

LINK:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gimli_Glider

Further Evidence that Government Education is not working as well as it should

Government Schools (aka Public Schools) are wasting a lot of our childrens' time. I've known for a long time that the focus of school isn't so much education as it is indoctrination - Indoctricnation into everything liberal. Unfortunately, liberalism isn't too keen on self-reliance or of individualism. The focus is on "group think," on "group identity" and government-reliance. This article is a good read and demonstrates how the engine, that was education, has left the tracks.

LINK:
http://www.lvrj.com/opinion/56171952.html

George Will Article

I'm usually about 50-50 with George Will. Every now and then, though, he knocks it out of the park. This is one of those articles, in my honest opinion.

LINK:

http://www.newsweek.com/id/214268

Mary Jo's Eulogy

Power and Position are not the same as Respect and Honor.

LINK:

http://www.vanityfair.com/online/politics/2009/08/wheres-mary-jo-kopechnes-eulogy.html

Lovebirds? Really? --- Talk about Interruptus!

How embarrassing!
I'm very glad at times that I "grew up" when there wasn't recording studio in everybody's pocket.

LINK:
http://www.thesmokinggun.com/archive/years/2009/0828091maine1.html

Isn't this a little late? CTS Sports Wagon -

2010 Cadillac CTS Sports Wagon -

I'm thinking that Mercedes, BMW and Volvo have been doing the sports wagons for many years. And Chrysler/Dodge had one too, not so long ago.

What is new or different this time?

No new tax = a new fee; Unemployed = discouraged worker

As with so many items coming out of Washington these days, when you aren't happy with the way something actually is, just change the definition. This is more and more disturbing.

LINK:
John Lott's Website: A useful discussion of the unemployment rate and what it means

Things to bring camping...or everywhere for that matter.

These come in a number of sizes and the contents can vary. Find one that you feel comfortable with and learn to be creative.
You will be surprised at the number of times you find yourself needing something and these little kits have just what you need.
They also would have come in handy if you had ever been a contestant on Let's Make a Deal.


LINK:
Good to have in every car.

Things to bring camping

While this sounds like an item I would have taken camping in 1982, I think I'll pass...

LINK:
Refreshments

History has been made! Photo of molecule!!

Now this really is amazing. When you click on the link below, you will be taken to the first photograph of a molecule. It probably won't be long before there will be a photograph of an atom. Then it gets difficult...proton/neutron and finally, when they slow that little bugger down, the electron. This

Link:
Just Amazing

Continuing with the Survivalist Theme...

Now I hadn't heard of this before. Solar Pasteurization. Neat concept. Read more with the link below.

LINK:

http://happyhippiesurvivalist.blogspot.com/2009/05/solar-water-disinfection-and.html

Don't Ever Forget!!

My readers know where I stand on this issue.
America didn't deserve this.
The people behind these acts are destroyers not builders.

LINK:http://www.gopmommy.com/2009/08/remember-what-needs-to-be-remembered.html

Canned Bacon

Again, I bring you some of the greatest items to make you self reliant. If for no longer time than 1 weekend after the "Katrina-like" storm passes over your great city.

Ladies and gentlemen, I present...

TACTICAL BACON!

LINK:

http://www.thinkgeek.com/caffeine/wacky-candy/c399/?ref=c/&cpg=cj

When you think that Government has your best interests at heart...

...think again.

Nothing could be further from the truth.

LINK:
http://sweetness-light.com/archive/preview-katrina-doctors-faced-deadly-choices

Concealed Carry on the Rise

I'm a big believer in the 2nd Amendment.

LINK:

http://johnrlott.blogspot.com/2009/08/police-sgt-says-armed-populace-force.html#links

Now I like beer...but,

I just wonder how tastes have changed over 9000 years. Quite a bit, I'm guessing. Anyway, I will try this beer if I see it at my local Total Wine. Anybody tasted it? Comment please.


LINK: (Dogfish Head Craft Brewed Ale)
http://www.dogfish.com/brews-spirits/the-brews/occassional-rarities/chateau-jiahu.htm

Fake Hate - Agitprop

I wasn't aware of the word Agitprop until I saw the word used at Neptunus Lex but after looking it up and reading the following two links, I am a firm believer that it is being used in force these days.

LINK: Definition of Agitprop

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agitprop

LINK: Agitprop in Action

http://michellemalkin.com/2009/08/25/fake-hate-crime-alert-leftists-vandalize-denver-democrat-hq-dems-smeared-obamacare-foes/

Impressive Aviation Photographs

I am a big fan of flying, especially military flying.

These photographs are impressive. I hope you enjoy them.

LINK:

http://www.boston.com/bigpicture/2009/08/in_flight.html

Peace Plan in the Middle East? Yeah, this time it's for real!

At some point you have to ask yourself, "Haven't I heard this before?"

What could possibly be different in this "Peace Plan?"

With Victory comes Peace...and since the President is not too comfortable with the word "victory" I don't give his plan for peace much hope.

LINK: (not one to use the word "victory")
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/07/23/obama-victory-necessarily-goal-afghanistan/

LINK: (plan for "peace")
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2009/aug/25/barack-obama-middle-east-peace

The Lion of the Senate?

VS.

What exactly is meant by comparing Senator Edward Kennedy to the King of the Jungle?

LINK:

http://www.cnn.com/2009/POLITICS/08/26/obit.ted.kennedy/index.html

1984?

Let's talk language. Different than speech, but also protected.
You can write what you want. At least in theory.
You can say what you want. As long as you are comfortable in your word choice and can twist the meaning of the word "is."

So, it pains me to see actions like those being taken all over the world.

LINK:
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article6806502.ece

I have often wondered if somebody could argue that the word they were screaming at volume after hitting their thumb with a hammer was, in fact, "PHUCK!"

Living Pictures

You may have seen these pictures before.

The Statue of Liberty formed with the bodies of thousands of citizens,

The Liberty Bell constituted from a like amount of freedom lovers,

and the American Eagle amazingly fashioned from 1 Trillion Americans.

Well, you get the idea. The making of these photographs are an amazing example of what can happen when people get together and work together for a common goal. The individuals are nameless, but when you look closely, you can see they are resolute in their wanting to be a part of something lasting.

LINK:

http://www.lifelounge.com/The-living-pictures-of-Mole-and-Thomas.aspx

Geocaching. A new twist on "letterboxing"

Okay, first there was "letterboxing". I believe it started in Britain. A few clues would be left as to the whereabouts of an item. Sometimes the clues would lead you to another clue and then another. Eventually you would find the item if you thought long and hard enough.

Now there is "geocaching". It sounds like a lot of fun. If you are looking for something to do on a weekend, give it a try. Once you get out and see the countryside (or the city) you will remember just how much fun it is to explore.

LINK:
http://www.kk.org/cooltools/archives/003886.php

Okay, this sounds delicious!!

There is absolutely nothing better than a great BLT.

BACON - say no more!

Lettuce - crisp, cool

Tomato - meaty, flavorful



Now comes along this twist...the BLW


I haven't had it...yet! But I'm intrigued.



LINK:http://www.tastespotting.com/detail/54046/BLT-with-Watermelon

I intitutionalized my son!

Yes, off he went to the Virginia Military Institute on Saturday. We'll be checking back in with him over Memorial Day Weekend. I'm sure that there will be a big change in his, stature, attention span and spatial awareness.

Any of my readers who want to ensure their child's future success...check out
LINK:
http://www.vmi.edu/

Can you really prepare?...Radshelters4U and SJS

LINK:
http://www.radshelters4u.com/

LINK:

http://steeljawscribe.com/2009/08/18/one-second-after-of-emp-and-post-apocolypse-america-part-1

How do you protect from that?

That looks like it is going to leave a mark.

Need to plan on where to build the house for retirement. (Note to self, not near anything that could possibly be of interest to our enemy)

Nuclear weapons...can you really prepare for them?

KiloTon (KT) - MegaTon (MT)...kinda like the current use of Million - Billion - Trillion...

Ummm, What's that?

Say What?

I'm a big supporter of open carry. I believe that an armed society is a polite society. I also believe that criminals (by definition) break laws, so passing laws to restrict guns only affects law abiding citizens. Who can argue with the logic. There are some that say, "Well, if you have a gun on your side, you are likely to overreact and shoot somebody." I counter that with, "Well, how about if I am being attacked by a 6'8" 350 lb killer, how do I stay alive?"

My friend, Chop, sent me a bunch of slogans fit for bumperstickers. I like them.

1. An armed man is a citizen. An unarmed man is a subject.
2. A gun in the hand is better than a cop on the phone.
3. Colt: The original point and click interface.
4. Gun control is not about guns; it's about control.
5. If guns are outlawed, can we use swords?
6. If guns cause crime, then pencils cause misspelled words.
7. Free men do not ask permission to bear arms.

8. If you don't know your rights, you don't have any.
9. Those who trade liberty for security have neither.
10. The United States Constitution (c) 1791.. All Rights Reserved.
11. What part of 'shall not be infringed' do you not understand?
12. The Second Amendment is in place in case the politicians ignore the others.
13. 64,999,987 firearms owners killed no one yesterday.
14. Guns only have two enemies; rust and politicians.
15. Know guns, know peace, know safety. No guns, no peace, no safety.
16. You don't shoot to kill; you shoot to stay alive.
17. 911: Government sponsored Dial-a-Prayer.
18. Assault is a behavior, not a device.
19. Criminals love gun control; it makes their jobs safer.
20. If guns cause crime, then matches cause arson.
21. Only a government that is afraid of its citizens tries to control them.
22. You have only the rights you are willing to fight for.
23. Enforce the gun control laws we ALREADY have; don't make more.
24. When you remove the people's right to bear arms, you create slaves.
25. The American Revolution would never have happened with gun control.

LINK:

http://hotair.com/archives/2009/08/20/msnbc-on-race-baiting-gun-segment-um-we-were-speaking-generally/

LINK:

http://www.armedandresponsible.com/

ACLU shows GITMO detainees photographs of CIA agents.

This is enough to get you very, very upset. The idea that the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has been working against covert CIA agents of the United States is traitorous. I hope that the American people will wake up and understand that this organization has been working against American Freedom for years and should be shut down.

LINK:

http://michellemalkin.com/2009/08/21/aclugitmo-jihadi-lawyers-questioned-on-blowing-cia-officers-cover/

Shorpy - Office Xmas Party: 1925

I love looking at the high quality photographs from the past. You can imagine the world where the photo captures peoples' hopes, aspirations, thoughts, desires. Just amazing that you can read so much by a person's eyes.

This is just an amazing photograph of what a real Christmas party can look like. Makes me wonder about every person here. What they were thinking...if they wanted to be at the party...where their minds actually were.

Enjoy

LINK:
http://www.shorpy.com/node/5120?size=_original

The World According to Rahm

Well written summary of just what is going on in the mind of Rahmbo (Principal advisor to the President of the United States) by Neptunus Lex.

LINK:

http://www.neptunuslex.com/2009/08/18/rahms-grand-coalitio/

Predator AR-15 Round Up - Hunting - Outdoor Guide - Military.com Entertainment

http://www.military.com/entertainment/outdoor-guide/hunting/predator-ar-15-round-up.html?ESRC=dod.nl

David Axelrod writes a letter for the White House - Reality Check

Dear Friend, Anyone that's watched the news in the past few days knows that health insurance reform is a hot topic — and that rumors and scare tactics have only increased as more people engage with the issue. Given a lot of the outrageous claims floating around, it's time to make sure everyone knows the facts about the security and stability you get with health insurance reform. That's why we've launched a new online resource — WhiteHouse.gov/RealityCheck — to help you separate fact from fiction and share the truth about health insurance reform. Here's a few of the reality check videos you can find on the site: CEA Chair Christina Romer details how health insurance reform will impact small businesses. Domestic Policy Council Director Melody Barnes tackles a nasty rumor about euthanasia and clearly describes how reform helps families. Matt Flavin, the White House's Director of Veterans and Wounded Warrior Policy, clears the air about Veteran's benefits. Kavita Patel, M.D., a doctor serving in the White House's Office of Public Engagement, explains that health care rationing is happening right now and how reform gives control back to patients and doctors. Bob Kocher, M.D., a doctor serving on the National Economic Council, debunks the myth that health insurance reform will be financed by cutting Medicare benefits. There's more information and a number of online tools you can use to spread the truth among your family, friends and other social networks. Take a look: We knew going into this effort that accomplishing comprehensive health insurance reform wasn't going to be easy. Achieving real change never is. The entrenched interests that benefit from the status quo always use their influence in Washington to try and keep things just as they are. But don't be misled. We know the status quo is unsustainable. If we do nothing, millions more Americans will be denied insurance because of pre-existing conditions, or see their coverage suddenly dropped if they become seriously ill. Out-of-pocket expenses will continue to soar, and more and more families and businesses will be forced to deal with health insurance costs they can't afford. That's the reality. Americans deserve better. You deserve a health care system that works as well for you as it does for the status quo; one you can depend on — that won't deny you coverage when you need it most or charge you crippling out-of-pocket co-pays. Health insurance reform means guaranteeing the health care security and stability you deserve. President Barack Obama promised he'd bring change to Washington and fix our broken, unsustainable health insurance system. You can help deliver that change. Visit WhiteHouse.gov/RealityCheck, get the facts and spread the truth. The stakes are just too high to do nothing. Thank you, David David Axelrod Senior Advisor to the President Unsubscribe Privacy Policy Please do not reply to this email. Contact the White House The White House • 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW • Washington, DC 20500 • 202-456-1111