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November 11, 2005

Veteran's Day IV

“We sleep soundly in our beds because good men stand ready in the night to visit
violence on those that would do us harm.” – George Orwell

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Veteran's Day III

"For those who are willing to defend it, freedom has a sweet taste that the protected will never know."
-- John Stuart Mill

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Veteran's Day II

Today is a day to celebrate those who are and have helped preserve freedom around the globe.

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Veteran's Day

Today is Veteran's Day.

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November 10, 2005

Top 10 Quotes BY Marines

For over 221 years our Corps has done two things for this great Nation. We make Marines, and we win battles.

Gen. Charles C. Krulak, USMC (CMC); 5 May 1997

Come on, you sons-of-bitches! Do you want to live forever?

GySgt. Daniel J. "Dan" Daly, USMC; near Lucy-`le-Bocage as he led the 5th Marines attack into Belleau Wood, 6 June 1918

Gone to Florida to fight the Indians. Will be back when the war is over.

Col. Archibald Henderson, USMC (CMC); in a note pinned to his office door, 1836

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Ten Quotes About Marines

The safest place in Korea was right behind a platoon of Marines. Lord, how they could fight!

MGen. Frank E. Lowe, USA; Korea, 26 January 1952

Marines know how to use their bayonets. Army bayonets may as well be paper-weights.

Navy Times; November 1994

Why in hell can't the Army do it if the Marines can. They are the same kind of men; why can't they be like Marines?

Gen. John J. "Black Jack" Pershing, USA; 12 February 1918

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Marines...

If you can read this, thank a teacher,
If you are reading it in English, thank a Veteran

Save Water, Shower With A Marine

Marines Always Welcome, Relatives By Appointment

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The Marines Hymn

From the halls of Montezuma To the shores of Tripoli'.

We fight our countrys battles In the air', on land, and sea.

First to fight for right and freedom , And to keep our honor clean.

We are proud to claim the title Of United States Marines.

Our flags unfurl'd to every breeze From dawn to setting sun';

We have fought in every clime and place Where we could take a gun.

In the snow of far-off northern lands And in sunny tropic scenes,

You will find us always on the job - The United States Marines.

Here's health to you and to our Corps Which we are proud to serve;

In many a strife we've fought for life And never lost our nerve.

If the Army and the Navy Ever gaze on Heaven's scenes,

They will find the streets are guarded By United States Marines.

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Creed of the U.S. Marine

THIS IS MY RIFLE. There are many like it, but this one is mine. My rifle is my best friend. It is my life. I must master it as I must master my life.

My rifle, without me is useless. Without my rifle, I am useless. I must fire my rifle true. I must shoot straighter than my enemy who is trying to kill me. I must shoot him before he shoots me. I will....

My rifle and myself know that what counts in war is not the rounds we fire, the noise of our burst, nor the smoke we make. We know that it is the hits that count. We will hit....

My rifle is human, even as I, because it is my life. Thus, I will learn it as a brother. I will learn its weaknesses, its strength, its parts, its accessories, its sights and its barrel. I will ever guard it against the ravages of weather and damage. I will keep my rifle clean and ready, even as I am clean and ready. We will become part of each other. We will....

Before God I swear this creed. My rifle and myself are the defenders of my country. We are the masters of our enemy. We are the saviors of my life.
So be it, until there is no enemy, but Peace!

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Happy Birthday Marines!

From the Commandant of the Marine Corps:

1. On November 10th, 1775, the Second Continental Congress resolved to raise two battalions of Continental Marines marking the birth of our United States Marine Corps. As Major General Lejune's message reminds us, the ensuing generations of Marines would come to signafy all that is highest in warfighting excellence and military virtue. Each November as Marines the world over celebrate the birth of our Corps, we pay tribute to that long line of "soldiers of the sea" and the illustrious legacy they have handed down to us.

2. This past year has been one of continuous combat operations overseas and distinguished service here at home - a year of challenges that have brough out the very best in our Corps. In Iraq and Afghanistan, Marine courage and mastery of complex and chaotic environments have truly made a difference inthe lives of millions. Marine compassion and flexibility provided humanitarian assistance to thousands in the wake of the south east asian tsunami, and here at home, Marines with AAVs, helicopters, and sometimes with their bare hands saved hundreds of our own fellow Americans in the wake of hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Across the full spectrum of operations, you have showcased that Marines create stability in an unstable world, and have reinforced our Corps' reputation for setting the standard of excellence.

3. The sense of honor, courage, and patriotism that epitomized those who answered that first call to arms 230 years ago is still indelibly imprinted on our ranks today. In commemorating our anniversary, let us strengthen our ties to the past by paying homage to those who have gone before us. As we honor the sacrifices of our wounded and fallen comrades, our commitment to one another remains unshakable. We take special pride in the actions of the Marines now serving in harm's way, and rededicate ourselves to the service of our nation and our corps.

4. Happy Birthday Marines, Semper Fidelis, and keep attacking!

M.W. Hagee, General, U.S. Marine Corps, Commandant of the Marine Corps.

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Free Money in Vance

Do you live in Vance, NC? Would you like $20,000 cash for free? All you have to do is own a house and be unemployed! What a deal.

Seriously. The North Carolina General Assembly appropriated over $2.4 million dollars in the budget that was absolutely cut to the bone with no room for any spending cuts anywhere to give $20,000 to any unemployed person in Vance, NC.

They call it the "Home Loan Protection" program. I'm looking for a new program called the "Obey Article I Section I of the North Carolina Constitution:"

We hold it to be self-evident that all persons are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, the enjoyment of the fruits of their own labor, and the pursuit of happiness.

I'm not holding my breath because the Democrats in the General Assembly have been laying claim to all the fruits of my own labor for decades.

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November 09, 2005

A little lighter.

I'm sure most of you have gotten these forwarded to you through email, but I'm posting 'em anyway!

Can you read these right the first time?

1) The bandage was wound around the wound.

2) The farm was used to produce produce.

3) The dump was so full that it had to refuse more refuse.

4) We must polish the Polish furniture.

5) He could lead if he would get the lead out.

6) The soldier decided to desert his dessert in the desert.

7) Since there is no time like the present, he thought it was time to present the present.

A bass was painted on the head of the bass drum

9) When shot at, the dove dove into the bushes.

10) I did not object to the object.

11) The insurance was invalid for the invalid.

12) There was a row among the oarsmen about how to row.

13) They were too close to the door to close it.

14) The buck does funny things when the does are present.

15) A seamstress and a sewer fell down into a sewer line.

16) To help with planting, the farmer taught his sow to sow.

17) The wind was too strong to wind the sail.

1 Upon seeing the tear in the painting I shed a tear.

19) I had to subject the subject to a series of tests.

20) How can I intimate this to my most intimate friend?

If that's not good enough for you, check out VW's humor for Wednesday.

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America is a Socialist Nation

I was thinking about this when I read a comment from someone advertising Shotgun Shells regarding my post on rights from a while ago. Mr. Shotgun said,

I thought that stuff only existed in liberal socialist countries in Europe. Can't believe that happened in Florida.

My eyes have finally been opened. You see, all this time I honestly believed that America was a free country -- a collection of states -- a free republic. I now know that I was wrong.

America is a socialist state. I challenge anyone to prove me wrong.

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Big Victory for Socialists

Socialists can claim a huge victory in the Charlotte area of North Carolina this morning as the socialist and environmentalist candidates won elections across the board with only one tiny exception.

Environmentalist party member Pat McCrory easily won re-election as the Charlotte mayor, his 6th term, since there are no term limits. Said McCrory:

I'm mayor over everybody in this city!

Socialist Susan Burgess said,

The people of Charlotte demonstrated with their votes that they think we're on the right course

That course is: ignore crime and it will go away; raise taxes; increase spending; ignore ALL property rights; build buildings for the rich and banks uptown; spend as much money as can be raised on a train system that everyone knows will not work.

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November 08, 2005

I Smart.

At least according to the official Nerdtest Quiz:


Found via Windy Pundit, and posted for quiz-o-holic Smokey.

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Another Opinion on France's Civil War

In case you haven't read any of the numerous opinions in the blogs and the newspapers about France burning, you should head over and see what Graumagus has to say about it. Perhaps the best part is this line:

How many of you out there have been watching the burning vehicles, the molotov cocktails, the looting, etc. and have been pointing at the TV doing the Nelson Muntz laugh??

Go read it all now.

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Nice One

Sometimes someone does something good, and we like to sit up and take notice (other than our troops, firemen, etc.). Early this morning in California some truckers worked together to stop a felon from escaping from police.

Feel free to follow the link, there's a nice video of the moron trying to escape police while two tractor-trailers (or transfer trucks) squash the little car.

I know some people will complain about safety or some such crap, but this was just a good job by the truckers to stop the moron. One reporter asked, "What if the guy had a gun?" You know what? The truckers might have had bigger guns.

I just hope the truckers don't lose their job or have to pay for the damages done by the moron. Nice job, guys, no matter what anyone else says!!!

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France's Civil War

What a headline: "ONLY 1,173 cars burned last night."

Am I the only one that thinks that's about 1,173 TOO MANY? But yet it's supposed to be good news? But it's ok -- the socialists have a solution:

speed up a $35.5 billion urban redevelopment plan, triple the number of merit scholarships for talented students and offer jobs, training or internships to disadvantaged young people.

Seriously. That is how today's American Democrat Party and the socialists think -- just give these people some money and they will be happy. The Democrats believe money can buy happiness because they are so happy spending everyone else's money.

But there's good news: President Bush may be sending in the Marines! That would solve that problem pretty quickly.

There are still many people trying to spin this as just some disgruntled youth. But when the attackers are screaming, "God is Great," it's only with great effort that one can leave out the religious portion of this battle.

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NC Legislature + Health Care = ?

You all know the answer to that question, don't you? If you don't, I'll give you a hint: the Legislature is ruled with an iron fist by Democrats. Now you know the answer, don't you?

The Legislature has formed a health care panel. Why?

The panel is charged with recommending ways that the state can provide health coverage to more people while keeping it affordable and of high quality.

They don't need a panel, they just need to know it's Democrats in North Carolina. The answer is already pre-ordained. Their answer is the same answer they always give, no matter the question: more government.

Their answer will be for government to spend more money and increase regulations. The only issue at question is if they will attempt to price cap on health care, too.

Of course, anyone who has studied history knows exactly how horrible that answer will be. The correct answer is to REDUCE government. Get rid of all the horrible, expensive government regulations and release the free market on medicine!

Costs would plummet! Services would increase! People would be free!

But that's not what North Carolina Democrats want. They want control and money -- and that's the opposite of freedom.

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November 07, 2005

Llama!

No really, this IS a picture of a llama. Cute little bugger, isn't it? That there's gold you're looking at -- up to four dollars an ounce for that fur. Hmm...maybe it's time to start a new business...

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