Daily Archives: November 19, 2006

“Don’t Ever Think That You Are Defending Me……”

Posted on November 19, 2006 by Gaius

"……by slamming the Global War on Terrorism or the U.S. goals in that war," Jeffrey Toczylowski wrote. "As far as I am concerned, we can send guys like me to go after them or we can wait for them to … Continue reading →

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Um, Okay

Posted on November 19, 2006 by Gaius

It's coming on Christmas They're cutting down trees They're putting up reindeer And singing songs of joy and peace Oh I wish I had a river I could skate away on But it don't snow here It stays pretty green … Continue reading →

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NO!

Posted on November 19, 2006 by Gaius

Don't let her do it! For the love of all that is holy, can't you understand that she has been set up! The Animal Uprising™ wanted her in the other job. And there must have been a reason! McQ describes … Continue reading →

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Nope, Won’t Hurt A Bit

Posted on November 19, 2006 by Gaius

John "Cat in the Hat" Kerry informed the world today that his "botched" joke in the week before the election wouldn't hurt his chances for another run at the presidency. No, really, he did. "Not in the least," Kerry, the … Continue reading →

Posted in Foto Phun, Humor, Politics | 2 Comments

Ah, Scotland!

Posted on November 19, 2006 by Gaius

Scotland! Where men are men even if the men wear skirts! And where they get cranky if you point out that they are wearing a skirt. Where the entire cuisine is based on a dare! (Although there are some alternative … Continue reading →

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Step Up And Address The Python

Posted on November 19, 2006 by Gaius

It would seem that the Singapore police department has decided to promote a new sport. This one has all the fun of golf coupled with the danger of python wrestling. We'll just call it python putt-putt! A resident had been … Continue reading →

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Everything Old Is New Again, Part 3,452

Posted on November 19, 2006 by Gaius

The 29th canon of the Second Lateran Council issued in the year 1139 A.D. stated the following: 29. We prohibit under anathema that murderous art of crossbowmen and archers, which is hateful to God, to be employed against Christians and … Continue reading →

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Rangel Will Try It

Posted on November 19, 2006 by Gaius

Speculation was out there that good old Charlie Rangel would try it. Not one to disappoint, he has announced publicly that he will introduce legislation to reinstate a draft on Americans when they reach the age of 18. Frankly, I … Continue reading →

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Fool For The City

Posted on November 19, 2006 by Gaius

Breathin' all the clean air, sittin' in the sun, When I get my train fare, I'll get up and run. I'm ready for the city, air pollution here I come! 'Cause I'm a fool for the city, I'm a fool … Continue reading →

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The Effectiveness Of Blogs

Posted on November 19, 2006 by Gaius

There is a fair amount of discussion going on right now about something Jon Henke posted over at QandO. I read it yesterday and have also read al lot of the commentary from others, the newest one from James Joyner: … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogosphere, Politics | 4 Comments

Ghosts

Posted on November 19, 2006 by Gaius

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How To Survive

Posted on November 19, 2006 by Gaius

Experts give lots and lots of advice on how to survive if you are lost in the woods. Many experienced outdoorsy type people highly recommend carrying a compass and other items, just in case. But nowhere in the literature can … Continue reading →

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All In Favor Of Lunks, Raise Your Hand!

Posted on November 19, 2006 by Gaius

But whatever you do, do not grunt! Fausta comes out in strong support of lunks everywhere. Tweet

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Made With Real Dragon!

Posted on November 19, 2006 by Gaius

In another sign of the rampant nanny state that Britain has become, the proprietor of the Black Mountains Smokery has been formally warned that one of his products needed to be relabeled. It seems the name "Welsh Dragon Sausage" was … Continue reading →

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Jail Break (In)!

Posted on November 19, 2006 by Gaius

Well, Britain has a problem prison it seems. The HMP Kirkham prison near Blackpool in Lancashire has lost quite a few inmates in the past few years. But the staff were surprised when they saw someone trying to break IN to … Continue reading →

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