Saturday Morning Coffee Break & Prayer Revival

(H/T CBD)

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Good morning and welcome to the 1st Saturday of August. After last Saturday (You know who you are) we are back to posting a few friendly behavioral requests.

1) Opine and/or bloviate away in this Open Thread.
2) Be kind to one another. 'Ettes hair is off limits.
3) Don't forget your insurance card if you choose to run with sharp objects.
4) Have a wonderful weekend.

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If you like a certain coffee flavoring you might be shit out of luck.

INTERNATIONAL Delight has confirmed that a fan-favorite flavor has been axed from the shelves.
The coffee creamer company is one of the most prominent brands seen in grocery stores – competing with Nestle-owned Coffee-Mate.

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AoSHQ Weekly Prayer List
Please submit any prayer requests to me, “Annie’s Stew” at apaslo atsign hotmail dot com. Prayer requests are generally removed after four weeks unless we receive an update.
Prayer Requests:
7/7 – Misanthropic Humanitarian asked for prayers for his friend, Lonesome Ed. He has knee issues and will be undergoing surgery later this month.
7/8 Update – Jewell’s niece went in for her second infusion treatment, but they couldn’t do it because she had a UTI. She’s so depressed. The doctors will probably make some changes to her drugs, since she has felt so awful.
7/8 – Tuna said she could use some prayers. Her husband passed away on 7/8.
7/8 – LenNeal posted some updates that he has serious heart damage after having Covid multiple times and the J&J vax.
7/8 – RedMindBlueState requested prayers for his oldest childhood friend (and occasional lurker), whose wife has colon cancer. They don’t know what stage or treatment yet, but could use prayers.
7/8 – Emmie asked for prayers. Her husband is having a pacemaker implanted on Tuesday. She asks for prayers for a successful procedure, a full recovery, and improved energy and function.
7/22 Update – Emmie’s husband’s pacemaker surgery went well and he recovered quickly. His doctor has suggested quite a few medications, which may not all be appropriate, so they plan to get a second opinion on that.
7/13 – FenelonSpoke requested prayers for Dr. M and his medical team, for his upcoming heart surgery.
7/14 – Inogame asked for prayers for health for his wife and her developing condition. He also sends thanks for the Horde’s prayers for his wife in the past.
7/15 – Polliwog asked for prayers for her son (age 23) who is suddenly losing weight and might have diabetes. However, his son will not see a doctor or even discuss the subject. He also could be depressed – he has been ghosting his fiancé. Prayers for his fiancé (who is understandably hurt) and for him, that he would let people help him.
7/15 – Vmom asked for prayers for her husband, that God may lead him to our Lord Jesus Christ.
7/15 – Coelacanth sent thanks for the prayers of the Horde for his son Cam, who has returned to the family and has graduated from a very tough Masters program. However, he was recently diagnosed with POTS (Positional Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome). His balance is off and he gets winded on a short flight of stairs. He has faith that this is all still part of God’s plan.
7/22 – Donna&&&&& would appreciate prayers, as she found out she has breast cancer. It was caught early and is slow-growing, so she is optimistic.
7/22 – Dash my lace wigs posted that she and her husband could use some prayers. He had an incident involving too much drink, too many stairs, too much anger, and The Law. He is on court-ordered sobriety, and she thanks Jesus for that, but sees a long and difficult recovery ahead. She prays that he succeeds, and that she will have the strength to stand with him through it.
7/24 – The DMV MGC is requesting Moron prayers that strength, endurance, and peace may be granted to blaster, sra blaster, and her sister, as they face a rough family situation that several others among the horde are currently facing as well as others that have already faced, or will eventually, face. Sra blaster’s mother is not doing well either physically or emotionally and is also suffering from dementia/Alzheimer’s. She is being cared for by both her daughters right now in Florida and very dependent upon them but needs healing and home care (which is hard to come by in Florida). Prayers for her recovery and ability to resume some level of independent living would be appreciated.
7/29 – Village Idiot’s Apprentice updated the Horde on the good news of his dad’s recovery. On 7/22, he was non-verbal and incapable of controlled muscle movement. He could still communicate with facial expressions and his eyes. On 7/29, he packed up his walker, folded and loaded his clothes and announced he was ready to go home. It looks like he had sepsis that knocked him loopy, as well as the UTI.
7/29 – Thefritz asked for prayers for his son-in-law and his daughter, P.R.T and C.G.T. His son-in-law found a lump in a testicle and the doctors have ordered surgery. They have been trying to get pregnant and recently miscarried. They have been married less than two years, so this has left them fearful for his life and a future with biological children. Thefritz asks, “Dear Lord, please bring healing and calm to them. Give them strength together to deal with this. In Jesus’ name, I pray.” He also thanks the Horde in advance for their healing prayers.
8/3 – Tonypete asked for prayers for his friend Mike, who suffers from bone cancer and the disease has reached the end stages. Mike is very low and probably cannot hang on much longer. Prayers are also requested for his dear wife Judy. She has been a magnificent caregiver throughout Mike’s troubles. She is terrified that the final days have arrived and, as a very private person, it is very difficult for her to share her worries with anyone.
For submission guidelines and other relevant info, please contact Annie's Stew, who is managing the prayer list. You can contact her at apaslo at-sign hotmail dot com. If you see a prayer request posted in a thread comment, feel free to copy and paste it and e-mail it to Annie's Stew. She tries to keep up with the requests in the threads, but she's not here all of the time, so she may not see it unless you e-mail it to her. Please note: Prayer requests are generally removed after four weeks or so unless we receive an update.

Romans 8:26-27
26 In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans. 27 And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for God’s people in accordance with the will of God.

Posted by: Misanthropic Humanitarian (ONT Cob Emeritus) at 09:00 AM

Comments

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1 Top 5!

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at August 05, 2023 09:01 AM (omVj0)

2 Done for day

Posted by: Skip at August 05, 2023 09:01 AM (MOY79)

3 Wow. First!

Posted by: Dandolo at August 05, 2023 09:01 AM (VtYZF)

4 Well, how 'bout that! A first!

I've flagged down the rest of the crew. They'll be along.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at August 05, 2023 09:02 AM (omVj0)

5 Summer can't drink coffee after breakfast much

Posted by: Skip at August 05, 2023 09:02 AM (MOY79)

6 Curses, foiled. Heck of a way to start the day.

Posted by: Dandolo at August 05, 2023 09:02 AM (VtYZF)

7 Good morning again everyone.

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 09:03 AM (mSy8I)

8 After last Saturday (You know who you are) we are back to posting a few friendly behavioral requests.

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I can't believe this! WHAT HAPPENED ?

Posted by: runner at August 05, 2023 09:04 AM (V13WU)

9 2) . . . . 'Ettes hair is off limits.

Damnit! Who doesn't like a little hair pulling?

Sheesh.

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 09:04 AM (mSy8I)

10 Most of those coffee creamers with flavor, and flavored coffees, wind up being too cloying for me. I'd rather just pop some sweetener into the black coffee.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at August 05, 2023 09:04 AM (omVj0)

11 Prayer list updated and I need to send in another one (not for myself). I thank the horde daily for praying for me and my niece. I had a very rough week last week but am feeling better.

Posted by: jewells45 fuck cancer at August 05, 2023 09:06 AM (5iFFd)

12 Summer can't drink coffee after breakfast much
Posted by: Skip at August 05, 2023

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I've taken to keeping a tall mug of coffee in the refrigerator. The leftover brew from the coffeemaker goes in there. When I get up, or feel like a cold pick-me-up, the coffee is right there.

When and if it does get cold here, I may or may not continue the practice.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at August 05, 2023 09:06 AM (omVj0)

13 Pasted from last thread.

113 Just heard that my sister-in-law's mother is in the ER with breathing problems. My SIL's parents have been family to me for 30+ years. Prayers appreciated
Posted by: screaming in digital at August 05, 2023 08:55 AM (aBJcM)

Posted by: Aetius451AD Work Laptop at August 05, 2023 09:07 AM (zZu0s)

14 Prayers for all Hordelings, their friends and loved ones for all intentions, both stated and those known but to God.

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 09:08 AM (mSy8I)

15 From last thread.
the frustration I have is that I want to like the police more than I do. Their role is important and their job is thankless.
Posted by: Catch Thirty-Thr33 at August 05, 2023 09:08 AM (f0XAF)

I have this problem, but it is with people in general. I like them far more in the abstract than the specific (with a couple exceptions.)

Posted by: Aetius451AD Work Laptop at August 05, 2023 09:10 AM (zZu0s)

16 I have an unspoken request involving my son. A whole bunch of bad. I'd appreciate any prayers. Thanks.

Posted by: grammie winger - I don't belong here at August 05, 2023 09:10 AM (45fpk)

17 14 Prayers for all Hordelings, their friends and loved ones for all intentions, both stated and those known but to God.
Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 09:08 AM (mSy8I)

This.

Posted by: Aetius451AD Work Laptop at August 05, 2023 09:10 AM (zZu0s)

18 All coffee needs is a little half and half and you’re good to go.

All those sweet, yummy in the tummy crap creamers are for adult 8 year olds.

More coffee…

Posted by: Hairyback Guy at August 05, 2023 09:10 AM (R/m4+)

19 All those sweet, yummy in the tummy crap creamers are for adult 8 year olds.

More coffee…

Posted by: Hairyback Guy at August 05, 2023 09:10 AM (R/m4+)

I love those yummy in the tummy creamers!

Posted by: Barry O at August 05, 2023 09:11 AM (Angsy)

20 Posted in the Tech Thread by mistake:

This morning I shaved with a blade new to me (Personna) in my excellent Fatip Slant safety razor. On top of that I used a soap I haven't employed in a while. No irritation or nicks, but the blade and razor did not glide along my face the way I like. Tomorrow I'll try the same blade and razor with a good cream and see if it was the soap, the blade, or what.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at August 05, 2023 09:12 AM (omVj0)

21 Prayers up grammie. Issues surrounding our children are the worst. Big hugs too.

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 09:12 AM (mSy8I)

22 White chocolate macadamia nut? Sounds racist.

Posted by: Quarter Twenty at August 05, 2023 09:12 AM (NBVIP)

23
*checks cardboard BifCross/BifShield medical card*

*kicks dirt*

*puts down sharp object*

Posted by: BifBewalski at August 05, 2023 09:12 AM (3CCua)

24 Happy to see the arrival of August as July sucked beyond all recognition. Depressed to see so many watching their parents and in-laws heading off into the sunset themselves.

Posted by: Catch Thirty-Thr33 at August 05, 2023 09:12 AM (f0XAF)

25 I'm sorry grammie. I will pray for him.

Posted by: jewells45 fuck cancer at August 05, 2023 09:12 AM (5iFFd)

26 The other thing I should do today is gas up the car. Prices are rising, and if I wait another week I could end up paying ca. $3 more for the tank.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at August 05, 2023 09:13 AM (omVj0)

27 19: powdered French vanilla cream for when the spirit moves me.

Posted by: Catch Thirty-Thr33 at August 05, 2023 09:14 AM (f0XAF)

28 Happy to see the arrival of August as July sucked beyond all recognition. Depressed to see so many watching their parents and in-laws heading off into the sunset themselves.

Posted by: Catch Thirty-Thr33 at August 05, 2023 09:12 AM (f0XAF)

There are two great things about August!

First, even though the days are still hot, the mornings start to get cooler. And second.
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Pumpkin Spice is less than a month away!!

Posted by: OrangeEnt at August 05, 2023 09:14 AM (Angsy)

29 Tomorrow I'll try the same blade and razor with a good cream and see if it was the soap, the blade, or what.
Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius

You did that right smooching thingy we do when shaving, didn't you?

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 09:14 AM (mSy8I)

30 Smash is off to the dojang teaching three ten year old black belt candidates a class to help them pass their black belt test next month. Just waiting on Junior-ette to crawl out of bed (summer finals were yesterday for her c++ class) so we can take a motorcycle ride and get some brunch.

Posted by: BifBewalski at August 05, 2023 09:15 AM (3CCua)

31 I love this place. What other smart military blog has a prayer meeting?

Posted by: grammie winger - I don't belong here at August 05, 2023 09:15 AM (45fpk)

32 >>>a few friendly behavioral requests

>If you see lightning or hear thunder, seek shelter
If you smell ozone, seek shelter
If the grass in your lawn and the hair on your head are standing on end, seek shelter.

Posted by: Dr. Bone at August 05, 2023 09:15 AM (KVGVf)

33 I've read all the prayer requests, and many thanks to Annie's Stew for running the list.

Posted by: gp at August 05, 2023 09:16 AM (MvF+J)

34 THIS IS MY COFFEE. THERE ARE MANY LIKE IT BUT THIS ONE IS MINE. MY COFFEE IS MY BEST FRIEND. IT IS MY LIFE. I MUST MASTER MY COFFEE AS I MUST MASTER MY LIFE. WITHOUT ME MY COFFEE IS USELESS. WITHOUT MY COFFEE I AM USELESS.

Posted by: Catch Thirty-Thr33 at August 05, 2023 09:17 AM (f0XAF)

35 Hi all if you saw the prayer request sra blaster and I are departing Florida today. Her mother is in the hospital but at this point trending better. The family has decided that when she is discharged to have a home hospice service.

It does not appear that this means she has days left, but we don't think it will be too long.

Happy and comfortable is the goal.

Posted by: blaster at August 05, 2023 09:18 AM (8SAJV)

36 Praying for all your intentions, both spoken and unspoken, and especially for Little Winger.

Who wants to tell me what happened last Saturday?

Posted by: bluebell at August 05, 2023 09:18 AM (pTb/Z)

37 grammie winger, screaming in digital, prayers ascending.

Thank you to all who continue to pray for me and my husband. 3 weeks sober. Thank you, Lord.

Please, for those who may have missed it, pray for goddessoftheclassroom. She was in the evening threads a couple of times this week, consumed with grief over the loss of her son due to an overdose. It was a couple of years ago, if I recall, but she is having a very hard time of it right now.

Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at August 05, 2023 09:18 AM (OX9vb)

38 Prayers up for all the horde's intentions. Those asked and unasked.

Posted by: olddog in mo at August 05, 2023 09:18 AM (ju2Fy)

39 Tomorrow I'll try the same blade and razor with a good cream and see if it was the soap, the blade, or what.
Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius
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You did that right smooching thingy we do when shaving, didn't you?
Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023

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You mean the "contorting your face into shapes you'd never want other people to see" method? Yeah, and a little skin stretching too. I hope it's the soap -- Erasmic, though it's always been quite slippery in the past. In recent months creams like Tabac, Palmolive, and Proraso seem to work better for me than soaps do.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at August 05, 2023 09:19 AM (omVj0)

40 I always used to associate August with the end of summer. Now, it's like the middle of the season. September is still hot here in Kentucky although there is a bit of a cooldown in the mornings and evenings it can still be quite hot and steamy.

Posted by: Martini Farmer at August 05, 2023 09:19 AM (Q4IgG)

41 >>>INTERNATIONAL Delight has confirmed that a fan-favorite flavor has been axed from the shelves.

>Thankfully, the whiskey-flavored creamer has multiple sources.

Posted by: Dr. Bone at August 05, 2023 09:19 AM (KVGVf)

42 Wasn't any coffee creamer Pure Bliss last week, kind I have been getting. Wife has been getting Yogi Tea and store seems to have dropped that brand .

Posted by: Skip at August 05, 2023 09:19 AM (MOY79)

43 31 I love this place. What other smart military blog has a prayer meeting?
Posted by: grammie winger - I don't belong here at August 05, 2023 09:15 AM (45fpk)

I know, right? Such an amazing community.

Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at August 05, 2023 09:20 AM (OX9vb)

44 28: LISTEN TO ME. THE PUMPKIN SPICE MUST FLOW!!!

Posted by: Third Stage Guild Navigator at August 05, 2023 09:20 AM (f0XAF)

45
If the grass in your lawn and the hair on your head are standing on end, seek shelter.

Posted by: Dr. Bone at August 05, 2023 09:15 AM

Ask your physician if 500,000 volts DC is right for you.

Posted by: Divide by Zero at August 05, 2023 09:20 AM (enJYY)

46 Posted by: grammie winger - I don't belong here at August 05, 2023 09:10 AM (45fpk)

Will pray for your son.

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at August 05, 2023 09:20 AM (Keyt1)

47 I always used to associate August with the end of summer. Now, it's like the middle of the season. September is still hot here in Kentucky although there is a bit of a cooldown in the mornings and evenings it can still be quite hot and steamy.
Posted by: Martini Farmer at August 05, 2023

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You lucky people, to have cooldowns in August. And in September, October, November, April, and May.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at August 05, 2023 09:21 AM (omVj0)

48 Please, for those who may have missed it, pray for goddessoftheclassroom. She was in the evening threads a couple of times this week, consumed with grief over the loss of her son due to an overdose. It was a couple of years ago, if I recall, but she is having a very hard time of it right now.

Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at August 05, 2023 09:18 AM (OX9vb)

I did not know that about her son. What a tragedy. She is a wonderful person, and I'll surely pray.

Posted by: grammie winger - I don't belong here at August 05, 2023 09:21 AM (45fpk)

49 Yes, Thanks for the reminder Dash - and also, fervent prayers for dear hubby that he continue to overcome this weight.

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 09:22 AM (mSy8I)

50 LISTEN TO ME. THE PUMPKIN SPICE MUST FLOW!!!

Posted by: Third Stage Guild Navigator at August 05, 2023 09:20 AM (f0XAF)

Hey, I'm already on the shelves!

Posted by: Autumn Mix Candy Corn and Pumpkins at August 05, 2023 09:22 AM (Angsy)

51 "I always used to associate August with the end of summer."

Well, I've lived in Texas all of my life so I only associate August with the state's imitation of a blast furnace. The really frustrating month is September because you figure it should start cooling off--but it doesn't.

Posted by: Art Rondelet of Malmsey at August 05, 2023 09:22 AM (fTtFy)

52 I love this place. What other smart military blog has a prayer meeting?
Posted by: grammie winger - I don't belong here at August 05, 2023 09:15 AM (45fpk)

I know, right? Such an amazing community.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at August 05, 2023 09:20 AM

The Horde is the best. This is a Known Thing.

Posted by: RedMindBlueState at August 05, 2023 09:22 AM (Wnv9h)

53 Casey Kasem's American Top 40 from August of 1988 is playing some early rap. Click! Sorry, Casey, check you next week!

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at August 05, 2023 09:23 AM (omVj0)

54 Good morning, Horde! Prayers up, coffee down.

*nervously presents MisHum insurance card*

Who's up for a chainsaw relay? LET'S GOOOOO!!

Posted by: Matthew Kant Cipher at August 05, 2023 09:24 AM (QyWX+)

55 We'll be front and center next week.

Posted by: Halloween decorations at August 05, 2023 09:24 AM (NBVIP)

56 I thought the military made me a serious coffee addict.

Then I started teaching…

Posted by: Catch Thirty-Thr33 at August 05, 2023 09:24 AM (f0XAF)

57 If the grass in your lawn and the hair on your head are standing on end, seek shelter.
Posted by: Dr. Bone at August 05, 2023 09:15 AM (KVGVf)

That is such a weird feeling. Had a bolt hit a light post about 20 feet away from me once. About 10 seconds of static build up, I'm all WTF and BLAM!! I find myself on my ass with my ears ringing. Then another bolt hit the building across the street. So twice in a minute I was right at the source of the thunder.

Posted by: Reforger at August 05, 2023 09:25 AM (B705c)

58 Prayers go out to all of the folks in the list above.

Posted by: Levin at August 05, 2023 09:25 AM (yMEoJ)

59 We'll be front and center next week.

Posted by: Halloween decorations at August 05, 2023 09:24 AM (NBVIP)

Stop pushin'

Posted by: Back to School Displays at August 05, 2023 09:25 AM (Angsy)

60 Morning Horde. Prayers for all who are in need. As of yesterday I now live in a county where gender, gender identity etc are protected under county civil rights laws. The county executive signed the so called "drag is not a crime bill". I have no idea what it will do or how it impacts the general population, but it makes some people feel good.

Posted by: Smell the Glove at August 05, 2023 09:25 AM (+GNRW)

61 We'll be front and center next week.

Posted by: Halloween decorations at August 05, 2023 09:24 AM (NBVIP)

Stop pushin'
Posted by: Back to School Displays at August 05, 2023 09:25 AM (Angsy)
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I went to Costco on Thursday. Merry Christmas.

Posted by: bluebell at August 05, 2023 09:26 AM (pTb/Z)

62 Who's up for a chainsaw relay? LET'S GOOOOO!!
Posted by: Matthew Kant Cipher

Juggling a chainsaw, bowling ball and an egg:

https://youtu.be/S-YFxgcFRvU

Now THAT'S entertainment!

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 09:26 AM (mSy8I)

63 I went to Costco on Thursday. Merry Christmas.

Posted by: bluebell at August 05, 2023 09:26 AM (pTb/Z)

It's run by a big Eastern syndicate you know.

Posted by: Lucy Van Pelt at August 05, 2023 09:27 AM (Angsy)

64 I think it was three or four years ago we didn't really have an Autumn. Even the leaves on the trees didn't turn color, they just dropped off from the lack of rain and the heat. It wasn't until November that we saw temperatures that looked like "fall." And zero snow to speak of that winter. But the following year was the polar opposite.

In the 'before times' we called this... 'weather.'

Posted by: Martini Farmer at August 05, 2023 09:28 AM (Q4IgG)

65 I thought the military made me a serious coffee addict.

Then I started teaching…
Posted by: Catch Thirty-Thr33

Pity the guys that were sentenced to the Navy, college, and then an IT job on 24-hour call.

An empty coffee cup?

What's dat?

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 09:29 AM (mSy8I)

66
Then another bolt hit the building across the street. So twice in a minute I was right at the source of the thunder.

Posted by: Reforger at August 05, 2023 09:25 AM

Did you hear the initial sound or just the echo? We got hit in our tree stand about 50 feet from the house. Brilliant white light but no sound that I can recall. Just an echo a couple seconds later. Five tulip poplars all 'sploded in chunks on the ground.

Posted by: Divide by Zero at August 05, 2023 09:29 AM (enJYY)

67 From last thread.
the frustration I have is that I want to like the police more than I do. Their role is important and their job is thankless.
Posted by: Catch Thirty-Thr33 at August 05, 2023 09:08 AM (f0XAF)

I have this problem, but it is with people in general. I like them far more in the abstract than the specific (with a couple exceptions.)
Posted by: Aetius451AD Work Laptop at August 05, 2023 09:10 AM (zZu0s)

Yes. It just seems that a lot of the new generation of cops are really $h!tty. Some of it is, I'm sure, taking the cue of their Donk-dominated city leadership.

The way that Watertown P.D. Sergeant came rushing up and yanking that microphone out of the hand of a clean-cut kid reading from the Bible makes my blood boil. Even if it was a Noise Violation (which I kind of doubt), all that Sergeant had to do was tell the kid to shut off the amplifier and issue a citation. Instead, he had to act like a complete a$$hole and have the kid physically arrested.

I think that one act will probably have more negative repercussions for police officers than the Powers-That-Be expect. The passage that apparently set-off the cops was quoting Jesus Christ.

Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at August 05, 2023 09:29 AM (pJWtt)

68 Who wants to tell me what happened last Saturday?
Posted by: bluebell at August 05, 2023 09:18
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Not sure but last Saturday was "No Rulz Saturday." Assuming some morons were running with sharp objects and messing with 'ettes hair.

Posted by: olddog in mo at August 05, 2023 09:30 AM (ju2Fy)

69 Dash, so glad to see you and to hear this good news. Prayers continue

Thanks so much y'all for praying for my SIL's mother.

Posted by: screaming in digital at August 05, 2023 09:30 AM (2L1Pu)

70 35: one month ago I was right there with my father.
Thoughts and prayers.

Posted by: Catch Thirty-Thr33 at August 05, 2023 09:31 AM (f0XAF)

71 Our Father in heaven, we know when we come to you that you already know what we'll ask for. Nonetheless, we ask, and we know that your will is going to be done. We ask this day that the healing needed be granted to us if it's your will. Just give us the faith to place our steps where you have preordained us to go, safe in the knowledge that your will is good for us.
In Christ's name,
Amen

Posted by: Eromero at August 05, 2023 09:31 AM (z3WCn)

72 Not sure but last Saturday was "No Rulz Saturday." Assuming some morons were running with sharp objects and messing with 'ettes hair.
Posted by: olddog in mo at August 05, 2023 09:30 AM (ju2Fy)
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Ah, thank you. Hopefully there were no casualties.

Posted by: bluebell at August 05, 2023 09:32 AM (pTb/Z)

73 Not sure but last Saturday was "No Rulz Saturday." Assuming some morons were running with sharp objects and messing with 'ettes hair.
Posted by: olddog in mo

I slammed the screen door and stood in front of the fridge just peering in for 20 minutes.

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 09:32 AM (mSy8I)

74 Well, I've lived in Texas all of my life so I only associate August with the state's imitation of a blast furnace. The really frustrating month is September because you figure it should start cooling off--but it doesn't.
Posted by: Art Rondelet
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This is known to true Texans. I'm hoping this "record breaking" heat wave drives some recent economic migrants back out to where they came from....

Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 09:33 AM (UUBmN)

75 Eromero - you are an inspiration.

Posted by: grammie winger - I don't belong here at August 05, 2023 09:33 AM (45fpk)

76 Thunderbolt and lightning very, very frightening me

Posted by: Freddy Mercury at August 05, 2023 09:33 AM (NBVIP)

77 68: if you mess with the ‘ettes hair, doesn’t that mean you like them? (Insert smiley emoticon here)

Posted by: Catch Thirty-Thr33 at August 05, 2023 09:33 AM (f0XAF)

78 Posted by: screaming in digital at August 05, 2023 08:55 AM (aBJcM)

Will pray.

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at August 05, 2023 09:34 AM (Keyt1)

79 Now THAT'S entertainment!
Posted by: Tonypete
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Would have been better entertainment had the chainsaw been running.

Posted by: From about that Time at August 05, 2023 09:34 AM (4780s)

80 Prayers up, Horde. I pray you are comforted, healed, given wisdom and that you are embraced in the love of God. I

Posted by: Moki at August 05, 2023 09:35 AM (JrN/x)

81 'Ettes hair is off limits.

The inkwells deserve some fun, too, you know. Why are you back to being anti-inkwellist?

Posted by: Duncanthrax at August 05, 2023 09:35 AM (a3Q+t)

82 The problem is, you can't learn from experience until you have the experience. KnowatImean?

Walking with Daisy Dog this morning, with high thunder rolling in. Almost didn't make it home before the wind went wild and it started raining. Wild. Also, importantly, cooler temps. Not a 100 in the forecast. Finally.

Posted by: mindful webworker - on my second cup at August 05, 2023 09:35 AM (bEsYk)

83 Did you hear the initial sound or just the echo? We got hit in our tree stand about 50 feet from the house. Brilliant white light but no sound that I can recall. Just an echo a couple seconds later. Five tulip poplars all 'sploded in chunks on the ground.
Posted by: Divide by Zero at August 05, 2023 09:29 AM (enJYY)

First one was more like a clap on the ears, can't say I heard it so much as I felt it. Second one was a loud forceful bang I heard loud and clear.

Posted by: Reforger at August 05, 2023 09:36 AM (B705c)

84 I have an unspoken request involving my son. A whole bunch of bad. I'd appreciate any prayers. Thanks.
Posted by: grammie winger - I don't belong here

Okay

Posted by: JT at August 05, 2023 09:36 AM (T4tVD)

85 Certainly nothing like losing parents, but both mine and my aunt and uncle are uploading their houses and moving to small retired communities. Worse at least to me now is aunt giving up her house as it will be the end of family holiday gatherings.

Posted by: Skip at August 05, 2023 09:36 AM (MOY79)

86 Experience is what you get when you don't get what you want.

Posted by: Quarter Twenty at August 05, 2023 09:37 AM (NBVIP)

87 I love this place. What other smart military blog has a prayer meeting?
Posted by: grammie winger - I don't belong here

Hear, hear! Totally agree about this place. ❤️

And Grammie, if YOU don't beong here....none of us do!

Posted by: Prime Sister at August 05, 2023 09:37 AM (tQL7r)

88 I went to Costco on Thursday. Merry Christmas.

Posted by: bluebell
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I saw that too. It's weird when it's literally been 105 degrees outside every day for over a month...

Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 09:37 AM (UUBmN)

89 I sent an email yesterday to the Chief of the Watertown, WI, Police Dept. concerning that kid that got arrested reading the Bible at a "Family Friendly" Drag Show. I told him that I was shocked by what I saw; I asked why it was necessary for a physical arrest of a Noise Violation ordinance? I told him that the video showed that his Sergeant clearly escalated the situation by grabbing that kids microphone without any warning. I didn't understand why a citation wasn't issued.

To me it seemed that hearing that Jesus commands us to "love our neighbors as ourselves" was too much for his thugs. They were pretty tough against a couple of clean-cut Christian kids, but I assumed that he would let Antifa burn his city to the ground and order his officers to abandon the citizens like cowards.

I told him in that choosing between protecting children from groomers and pedophiles, or his paycheck, he chose to protect his paycheck. I warned him that his agency has sided with the minions of Satan, and their immortal souls were in grave danger. I told him that I doubted Jesus Christ would be very sympathetic since he taught that, "whatever you do to the least of mine, you do to me."

Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at August 05, 2023 09:37 AM (pJWtt)

90 if you mess with the ‘ettes hair, doesn’t that mean you like them? (Insert smiley emoticon here)
Posted by: Catch Thirty-Thr33 at August 05, 2023 09:33
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Not necessarily. If she kicked your shins on the playground then dipping her pigtails in the ink well is retribution.

Posted by: olddog in mo at August 05, 2023 09:37 AM (ju2Fy)

91 I slammed the screen door and stood in front of the fridge just peering in for 20 minutes.

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 09:32 AM (mSy8I)

I ate half a dozen cookies and spoiled my appetite before dinner.

Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at August 05, 2023 09:38 AM (OX9vb)

92
60 years ago my grandmother introduced me to coffee at the cabin, boiled with egg shells forever then cut with 75% whole milk. Big boy stuff.

Posted by: Auspex at August 05, 2023 09:38 AM (j4U/Z)

93 Prayers up for all the horde's intentions. Those asked and unasked.
Posted by: olddog in mo

Yes, this ^^^^^

Posted by: Prime Sister at August 05, 2023 09:39 AM (tQL7r)

94 Not necessarily. If she kicked your shins on the playground then dipping her pigtails in the ink well is retribution.
Posted by: olddog in mo

Hmmmm. .. not so sure. Couldn't the kicks in the shins be considered along the lines of:

"So I have a chance?"

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 09:39 AM (mSy8I)

95 have an unspoken request involving my son. A whole bunch of bad. I'd appreciate any prayers. Thanks.
Posted by: grammie winger
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Prayers up, grammie. Sending hugs your way too

Posted by: screaming in digital at August 05, 2023 09:39 AM (2L1Pu)

96 I slammed the screen door and stood in front of the fridge just peering in for 20 minutes.

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 09:32 AM (mSy8I)

I ate half a dozen cookies and spoiled my appetite before dinner.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs!
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I've been bingeing carbs...

Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 09:40 AM (UUBmN)

97 Now THAT'S entertainment!
Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 09:26 AM (mSy8I)

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LOL - that dude is my newhero! I've been left home unsupervised once more, as Mrs. MKC is at her sister's lake place this weekend. This was precisely the inspiration I needed to so something amazing with my free time......

Posted by: Matthew Kant Cipher at August 05, 2023 09:40 AM (QyWX+)

98 I ate half a dozen cookies and spoiled my appetite before dinner.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs!

This one always made me scratch my head - 'You'll spoil your supper!"

Ma, that's the entire point.

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 09:41 AM (mSy8I)

99 Who wants to tell me what happened last Saturday?
Posted by: bluebell at August 05, 2023 09:18
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Not sure but last Saturday was "No Rulz Saturday." Assuming some morons were running with sharp objects and messing with 'ettes hair.
Posted by: olddog in mo at August 05, 2023 09:30 AM

Well, one 'ron did take up scissors, and an 'ette for some reason changed from a ponytail to a bun, but other than that, present respondent sayeth not.

Posted by: Duncanthrax at August 05, 2023 09:41 AM (a3Q+t)

100 Sure, only 142 days before Xmas. Hurry up !

Posted by: runner at August 05, 2023 09:42 AM (V13WU)

101 Catch 33, how are you doing? And how is your mother holding up?

Posted by: screaming in digital at August 05, 2023 09:42 AM (2L1Pu)

102 Hmmmm. .. not so sure. Couldn't the kicks in the shins be considered along the lines of:

"So I have a chance?"
Posted by: Tonypete
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Nah, not that time. Melissa was a bad seed.

Posted by: olddog in mo at August 05, 2023 09:43 AM (ju2Fy)

103 Retired Buckeye Cop - Well done!

Posted by: grammie winger - I don't belong here at August 05, 2023 09:43 AM (45fpk)

104 Update on my buddy's wife. Cancer is stage 3. Surgery went well, but she's in for a lot of chemo over the next six months. Thank you for all the prayers.

Posted by: RedMindBlueState at August 05, 2023 09:44 AM (Wnv9h)

105 Really good photo up top. I can almost smell the coffee.

Posted by: m at August 05, 2023 09:45 AM (ASp1y)

106 We'd visit my grandmother twice a week after school, about an hours ride away.
Gram would make a really large glass percolator of coffee in the morning, would only drink a small six ounce cup or two, and the pot would sit on the side of the stove over the pilot light for the several hours to our arrival.
Then the five of us at the time, ages 4 and a half to eleven or so, would each get a cup of black sludge cut with whole milk and a substantial amount of sugar.
Then the kids would be sent out to run around and howl like banshees for a couple of hours while my mother and grandmother had a nice visit.
Good times.

Posted by: From about that Time at August 05, 2023 09:45 AM (4780s)

107 That is a very small cup of coffee up top.

Criminally small. "chocolate ration increased to 30 grammes" small.

Posted by: Kindltot - Only Two Weeks until the PNW MoMee - email at this link to find out more! at August 05, 2023 09:45 AM (xhaym)

108 My spawn had a birthday this past week and asked me to make homemade potstickers/dumplings. That's what I'll be doing later. It's a LOT of work since I make the wrappers from scratch too. I told her I'm not doing a giant batch like I use to.I'm only going to do about a pound and a half of meat instead of the normal 3-4 I use to do in the past.

Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 09:45 AM (UUBmN)

109 🙏
MiladyJo has her first hip replacement surgery scheduled for the end of the month. Talked with the surgeon last week and he seems to know his business. Praying it all goes well and she'll be out of pain.
🙏
When they were repairing GoodsonM's busted leg, they saw heart problems. Cardiologist told him if he'd get his blood pressure down, and lose some weight, he should be okay. He's already dropped a bunch; encouraging.
🙏
Prayers for peace and happiness for our Daughter and her husband. With MiladyJo and GoodsonM both being somewhat incapacitated, Daughter has been a huge help to us all, driving and dog care and stuff.
🙏
SonC, his wife, and their two kids (oldest just turned 6) remain estranged - and strange. Haven't seen them or had any replies to gifts, emails, texts, anything, since Mom's funeral almost two years ago. We're missing our grandbabies' childhood. Cruel.

So, same old prayer list for my dear family.

God bless all ye Horde with healing and success.

Posted by: mindful webworker - ~~Vote~~ Pray harder at August 05, 2023 09:45 AM (bEsYk)

110 Thankfully, the whiskey-flavored creamer has multiple sources.

I found this at the big Spec's downtown. The stores near me don't seem to stock it. It's very nice with coffee.

https://www.sugarlands.com/ products/butter-pecan-sippin-cream/

Delete space after com/.

Posted by: Oddbob at August 05, 2023 09:47 AM (nfrXX)

111 I told him in that choosing between protecting children from groomers and pedophiles, or his paycheck, he chose to protect his paycheck. I warned him that his agency has sided with the minions of Satan, and their immortal souls were in grave danger. I told him that I doubted Jesus Christ would be very sympathetic since he taught that, "whatever you do to the least of mine, you do to me."
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer

Good for you! 👏

Posted by: Prime Sister at August 05, 2023 09:48 AM (tQL7r)

112 81 'Ettes hair is off limits.

The inkwells deserve some fun, too, you know. Why are you back to being anti-inkwellist?
Posted by: Duncanthrax at August 05, 2023 09:35 AM (a3Q+t)

Because I'm Pro-'Ette

Posted by: Misanthropic Humanitarian Who Lives In The Frozen Tundra at August 05, 2023 09:48 AM (aA3+G)

113
I remember the day before the lightning strike. For some reason I was depressed about something and said to my wife that I don't believe in a God that watches over us 24 hours a day.

23 hours and 55 minutes later a bolt of lightning hit 50 feet away from where we stood, safely inside. To this crew I'll tell the story, but I've never told the story to anyone else.

Posted by: Divide by Zero at August 05, 2023 09:48 AM (enJYY)

114 SHAVING "CREAMS" ... If you're unhappy with the performance of soap-based products, you might want to try a CLEANSING CONDITIONER or a HAIR & BODY WASH ... Anything sulfate-free might also provide more "glide".

Posted by: Kathy at August 05, 2023 09:49 AM (JklXp)

115 22 White chocolate macadamia nut? Sounds racist.
Posted by: Quarter Twenty at August 05, 2023 09:12 AM (NBVIP)

A well made White Chocolate and macadamia nut cookie is ALMOST as good as a well made Chocolate chip cookie.

Posted by: Aetius451AD Work Laptop at August 05, 2023 09:49 AM (zZu0s)

116 Shaving creme bot or someone trying to be helpful?

Posted by: Aetius451AD Work Laptop at August 05, 2023 09:49 AM (zZu0s)

117 23 hours and 55 minutes later a bolt of lightning hit 50 feet away from where we stood, safely inside. To this crew I'll tell the story, but I've never told the story to anyone else.
Posted by: Divide by Zero

What is confessed to the Horde, stays within the Horde.

It is known.

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 09:50 AM (mSy8I)

118 I've been bingeing carbs...
Posted by: lin-duh

You are not alone in this

Posted by: Prime Sister at August 05, 2023 09:50 AM (tQL7r)

119 108 My spawn had a birthday this past week and asked me to make homemade potstickers/dumplings. That's what I'll be doing later. It's a LOT of work since I make the wrappers from scratch too. I told her I'm not doing a giant batch like I use to.I'm only going to do about a pound and a half of meat instead of the normal 3-4 I use to do in the past.
Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 09:45 AM (UUBmN)

So when did you exactly stop loving Spawn?

Posted by: Misanthropic Humanitarian Who Lives In The Frozen Tundra at August 05, 2023 09:50 AM (aA3+G)

120 the frustration I have is that I want to like the police more than I do. Their role is important and their job is thankless.
Posted by: Catch Thirty-Thr33 at August 05, 2023 09:08 AM (f0XAF)

The thing is, everyone likes their police. And generally in a system where the cops are hired by the city or the state, the cops answer to the city or state.

This is one argument in favor of private policing.

Posted by: Kindltot - Only Two Weeks until the PNW MoMee - email at this link to find out more! at August 05, 2023 09:50 AM (xhaym)

121 SHAVING "CREAMS" ... If you're unhappy with the performance of soap-based products, you might want to try a CLEANSING CONDITIONER or a HAIR & BODY WASH ... Anything sulfate-free might also provide more "glide".
Posted by: Kathy

You're speaking to guys you know. . . .

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 09:50 AM (mSy8I)

122 I would ask for prayers, but there are so many more deserving. My heart goes out to all the morons & moronettes out there.

Noah

Posted by: Noah Bawdy at August 05, 2023 09:51 AM (xR/su)

123 What is confessed to the Horde, stays within the Horde.

It is known.
Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 09:50 AM (mSy8I)

When did this start?

Posted by: Aetius451AD Work Laptop at August 05, 2023 09:51 AM (zZu0s)

124 I would ask for prayers, but there are so many more deserving.

There are no requests too small for God. I will pray for you.

Posted by: grammie winger - I don't belong here at August 05, 2023 09:53 AM (45fpk)

125 I kinda like Cremo.

Posted by: Quarter Twenty at August 05, 2023 09:53 AM (NBVIP)

126 What is confessed to the Horde, stays within the Horde.

It is known.
Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 09:50 AM (mSy8I)

When did this start?

Posted by: Aetius451AD Work Laptop at August 05, 2023 09:51 AM (zZu0s)

Ok. (takes deep breath) I've had this fantasy....

Posted by: Barry O at August 05, 2023 09:54 AM (Angsy)

127 SHAVING "CREAMS" ... If you're unhappy with the performance of soap-based products, you might want to try a CLEANSING CONDITIONER or a HAIR & BODY WASH ... Anything sulfate-free might also provide more "glide".
Posted by: Kathy at August 05, 2023

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Kathy, that's the weird thing. I've used soaps and creams interchangeably for a decade now, and never really had trouble with "glide." Plus I wash my face and throat with soap and water, leave it wet, and wait three minutes after applying the soap or cream to soften the bristles still further. Today was . . . odd.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at August 05, 2023 09:54 AM (omVj0)

128 Aw man. I just realized today is Home Depot's kids craft day and I don't have the Grands.
Papa is now sad.
First Saturday of the month is one of my favorite days.
I have to sort this out somehow.
Maybe I'll go kidnap them.

Posted by: Reforger at August 05, 2023 09:54 AM (B705c)

129 Posted by: Noah Bawdy at August 05, 2023 09:51 AM (xR/su)

Prayer, IMO, is for everyone who wants it and for those who do not know they do. So feel free to request prayer here or by sending to the link in the initial list.

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at August 05, 2023 09:54 AM (Keyt1)

130 I kinda like Cremo.
Posted by: Quarter Twenty at August 05, 2023

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I haven't tried that one. Seems to me I've even seen it at Walmart.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at August 05, 2023 09:55 AM (omVj0)

131 Dunkin Donuts is running ads for breakfast wraps? Chorizo? Cheese? Green peppers?

Sounds like you are getting off mission guys.

Posted by: Aetius451AD Work Laptop at August 05, 2023 09:55 AM (zZu0s)

132 Yay Prayer Thread! My plan later today is to go through some of the used books stores and snap up various Church Fathers for future reading. St. Augustine in particular. I saw a mention last week that as a Christian in a time of "contested faith" (before the triumph of the Church), he has much insight in how to deal with armed pagans.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at August 05, 2023 09:56 AM (llXky)

133 84 I have an unspoken request involving my son. A whole bunch of bad. I'd appreciate any prayers. Thanks.
Posted by: grammie winger - I don't belong here

Will do, grammie. Hugs and prayers going out for all who need them.

Posted by: barkingmad59, wandering lurkette at August 05, 2023 09:56 AM (R3yzU)

134 And my all purpose prayer for people who not wish to be specific for whatever reason is:

"Lord, my rough places me made smooth" May Valleys be lifted up and mountains and hills made low."

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at August 05, 2023 09:56 AM (Keyt1)

135 101: as well as can be expected. Slowly assembling the pieces of a shadow box which will be put together in honor of my father. My mother likes the idea and it will feature the flag presented to her at the funeral.

Mom is doing OK but it is a major hit for her most of all as they were married for 58 years.

Posted by: Catch Thirty-Thr33 at August 05, 2023 09:56 AM (f0XAF)

136 I don't go anywhere near DD for donuts

Posted by: Skip at August 05, 2023 09:57 AM (MOY79)

137 131: mission creep.

Though I do like their coffee.

Posted by: Catch Thirty-Thr33 at August 05, 2023 09:57 AM (f0XAF)

138 134-Meant "May rough places be made smooth..."

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at August 05, 2023 09:57 AM (Keyt1)

139 Prayer sent for all who need one.

God says "I've got this."

Posted by: creeper at August 05, 2023 09:58 AM (cTCuP)

140 I would ask for prayers, but there are so many more deserving. My heart goes out to all the morons & moronettes out there.

Noah
Posted by: Noah Bawdy

Umm, Idk that any of us is deserving. But I know what you mean.

We're all in the same boat -- loved by our heavenly Father. I think He wants us to pray and to ask others for prayer.

Posted by: Prime Sister at August 05, 2023 09:58 AM (tQL7r)

141 Noah, Our Father knows us, and He knows what we need. Prayers for you, for whatever it is.

Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at August 05, 2023 09:58 AM (OX9vb)

142 134-Meant "May rough places be made smooth..."

"My" works too.

Posted by: Oddbob at August 05, 2023 09:58 AM (nfrXX)

143 lin-duh @ 108- will you make the potstickers in October?

Posted by: Eromero at August 05, 2023 09:59 AM (z3WCn)

144 Texas DPS troopers are the strictest. Not exactly the nicest law enforcement around. But I'll take them over Austin PD any day since they will actually enforce the law. There are no homeless encampments in the Capital Complex area of downtown. It's pretty clean and safe in the area and we are right across the street from UT which is nice too and I do see the UT police patrolling that area. Outside of these 2 areas it's a whole other story....

Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 10:00 AM (UUBmN)

145 The thing is, everyone likes their police. And generally in a system where the cops are hired by the city or the state, the cops answer to the city or state.

This is one argument in favor of private policing.

Posted by: Kindltot - Only Two Weeks until the PNW MoMee - email at this link to find out more! at August 05, 2023 09:50 AM (xhaym)
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It's a weak argument.

Municipal police vary widely because so do the governments that support them. Dysfunctional city = dysfunctional cops.

Conversely, if there is a healthy interaction between citizens, government and the police, problems will be few and far between.

There's also the work environment - while we may laugh at Barney Fife, there's a lot of cops who would relish policing Mayberry. The ones who stick it out in hellish jurisdictions are either raw recruits or weirdos who get off on the violence.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at August 05, 2023 10:00 AM (llXky)

146 136 I don't go anywhere near DD for donuts
Posted by: Skip at August 05, 2023 09:57 AM (MOY79)

I used to love DD's simple glazed. Far more than Krispy Kreme. There is something about KK's glaze that has an odd note of sweetness.

Posted by: Aetius451AD Work Laptop at August 05, 2023 10:00 AM (zZu0s)

147 122 I would ask for prayers, but there are so many more deserving. My heart goes out to all the morons & moronettes out there.

Noah
Posted by: Noah Bawdy at August 05, 2023 09:51 AM (xR/su)

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I (and I suspect most here) deeply relate to your sentiment. But along with scissor-running and fridge-peeking, I think the true joy of this thread is in realizing that praying for and sharing God's love with each other also gives us the grace to recognize and accept His blessings for ourselves.

Posted by: Matthew Kant Cipher at August 05, 2023 10:00 AM (QyWX+)

148 “Melissa and olddog sitting in a tree…”

Posted by: Catch Thirty-Thr33 at August 05, 2023 10:00 AM (f0XAF)

149 Prayer sent for all who need one.

God says "I've got this."
Posted by: creeper

Oft times, my prayers seem like:

"Dear God,

(an entire page of childish scribbles)

Amen"

But I'm comforted by Our Lord responding -

"I know."

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 10:01 AM (mSy8I)

150 After the lightning strikes, and you realize you're still alive, is the best feeling you'll have on this side of the grass.

Posted by: Eromero at August 05, 2023 10:04 AM (z3WCn)

151 @148 Heh.

Posted by: olddog in mo at August 05, 2023 10:05 AM (ju2Fy)

152 I (and I suspect most here) deeply relate to your sentiment. But along with scissor-running and fridge-peeking, I think the true joy of this thread is in realizing that praying for and sharing God's love with each other also gives us the grace to recognize and accept His blessings for ourselves.

Posted by: Matthew Kant Cipher at August 05, 2023 10:00 AM (QyWX+)
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It's fun to snark and throw shade at various people, but we also need to elevate our thoughts to God, and I think one of the remarkable traits of the Moron Horde is the depth of faith one finds within it.

Certainly not something I expected to see.

A minor miracle, if you will.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at August 05, 2023 10:05 AM (llXky)

153 October?
Posted by: Eromero
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Uh...no😎

I'm making a cake requested by Ben Had. I'm going to see if I can get a whole pastrami from a place I know.
I will also have a special raffle item.

Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 10:05 AM (UUBmN)

154 Dagny Sophia the Siberian kitten has taken to sitting on the arm of the sofa near me for petting. I used to think she was standoffish or arrogant. Guess she's mellowing as she grows up.

Big black Stirling is stretched out in the living room window.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at August 05, 2023 10:05 AM (omVj0)

155 Prayers up for all the horde's intentions. Those asked and unasked.
Posted by: olddog in mo

Seconded !

Posted by: JT at August 05, 2023 10:05 AM (T4tVD)

156 After the lightning strikes, and you realize you're still alive, is the best feeling you'll have on this side of the grass.

Posted by: Eromero at August 05, 2023 10:04 AM (z3WCn)
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Reminds me of Churchill's remark that the most exhilarating feeling in the world is to be shot at without result.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at August 05, 2023 10:05 AM (llXky)

157 Off to seize the day, horde. May God bless and keep you.

Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at August 05, 2023 10:06 AM (OX9vb)

158 Prayers for the Horde in need

Posted by: vmom stabby stabby stabby stabby stabamillion at August 05, 2023 10:07 AM (M2qjg)

159 And my all purpose prayer for people who not wish to be specific for whatever reason is:

"Lord, may rough places be made smooth. May Valleys be lifted up and mountains and hills made low." Posted by FenelonSpoke

That's an excellent all-purpose prayer. My go to these days is the prayer of Jabez in I Chronicles 4:10:

"Oh, that You would bless me indeed, and enlarge my territory, that Your hand would be with
me, and that You would keep me from evil that I might not cause pain or hurt."

Posted by: Prime Sister at August 05, 2023 10:09 AM (tQL7r)

160 Certainly not something I expected to see.

A minor miracle, if you will.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at August 05, 2023 10:05 AM (llXky)

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Agreed. The ability to snark, bark, and pray in rapid succession seems a fair definition of humanity. Having this forum in which to do it is a major blessing!

Posted by: Matthew Kant Cipher at August 05, 2023 10:09 AM (QyWX+)

161 So when did you exactly stop loving Spawn?
Posted by: Misanthropic Humanitarian
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When she starts acting like the teenager she is..😁

Actually she's not too bad...so far but she's still got several more years to go through.

Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 10:10 AM (UUBmN)

162 osted by: Prime Sister at August 05, 2023 10:09 AM (tQL7r)

Very nice. Thanks.

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at August 05, 2023 10:11 AM (Keyt1)

163 61 We'll be front and center next week.

Posted by: Halloween decorations at August 05, 2023 09:24 AM (NBVIP)

Stop pushin'
Posted by: Back to School Displays at August 05, 2023 09:25 AM (Angsy)
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I went to Costco on Thursday. Merry Christmas.
Posted by: bluebell at

Good morning all.
This made me laugh.

Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at August 05, 2023 10:11 AM (t/2Uw)

164 I think the true joy of this thread is in realizing that praying for and sharing God's love with each other also gives us the grace to recognize and accept His blessings for ourselves.
Posted by: Matthew Kant Cipher

Amen! Well said.

Posted by: Prime Sister at August 05, 2023 10:11 AM (tQL7r)

165 It's a weak argument.

Municipal police vary widely because so do the governments that support them. Dysfunctional city = dysfunctional cops.
Conversely, if there is a healthy interaction between citizens, government and the police, problems will be few and far between.
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Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at August 05, 2023 10:00 AM (llXky)

This is the issue, though. There is little feedback between the citizens and the cops, it is all cops and city. From my experience the most dysfunctional cities have the most dysfunctional ruling class that care more about their social engineering and equity theories than the do about property crime and assault. In that situation the cops that stick it out are not there for public safety and are willing to carry out the actions of the management. If the solution is "fix the system" then I can see some flaws in that proposal.
Since this is what goes on, and property rights are being neglected, we are going to get private police anyways.

You are aware that there are probably more private police than government police already?

Posted by: Kindltot - Only Two Weeks until the PNW MoMee - email at this link to find out more! at August 05, 2023 10:12 AM (xhaym)

166 161 So when did you exactly stop loving Spawn?
Posted by: Misanthropic Humanitarian
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When she starts acting like the teenager she is..😁

Actually she's not too bad...so far but she's still got several more years to go through.
Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 10:10 AM (UUBmN)

I remember calling the youngest Mis Hum Tax Exemption when she turned 20. She said you made it Dad. I said made what? Made it through no teenage daughters having babies.

Good luck with her. Looks like I won't get a slice of cake this year.

Posted by: Misanthropic Humanitarian Who Lives In The Frozen Tundra at August 05, 2023 10:12 AM (aA3+G)

167 Oft times, my prayers seem like:

"Dear God,

(an entire page of childish scribbles)

Amen"

But I'm comforted by Our Lord responding -

"I know."
Posted by: Tonypete

Mine, too. Very much so.

Posted by: Prime Sister at August 05, 2023 10:12 AM (tQL7r)

168 Tonypete, that's the way mine go.

Like: God, its me again. Look, I know you're busy but we need your help. Could you please take care of Jewells/Donna/Grammie's son? Thank you. I love you. Talk more later.

He always seems to hear, no matter how informal the request.

Posted by: creeper at August 05, 2023 10:12 AM (cTCuP)

169 30 Smash is off to the dojang teaching three ten year old black belt candidates a class to help them pass their black belt test next month. Just waiting on Junior-ette to crawl out of bed (summer finals were yesterday for her c++ class) so we can take a motorcycle ride and get some brunch.
Posted by: BifBewalski at August 05, 2023 09:15 AM (3CCua)

awesome

Posted by: m at August 05, 2023 10:12 AM (ASp1y)

170 Absolutely agree a close lighting but miss is a life lifter

Posted by: Skip at August 05, 2023 10:12 AM (MOY79)

171 Mom is doing OK but it is a major hit for her most of all as they were married for 58 years.
Posted by: Catch Thirty-Thr33
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There aren't words for such a loss. Prayers continue.

Posted by: screaming in digital at August 05, 2023 10:13 AM (aBJcM)

172 Arizona RINOs Vote Against Hand Counting Ballots, Say Election Integrity Too Expensive

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If you think election integrity is expensive, try vote fraud.

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? at August 05, 2023 10:14 AM (FVME7)

173 They say lightning doesn't strike twice in the same place. I say it does.

When we moved into this place there was a tree in the front yard that obviously had been hit by lightning some time ago. The very first spring thunderstorm we had after moving in had a bolt of lightning hit that tree again. Rattled every window so bad I thought they'd shatter. Knocked a wall clock off the wall. But did not damage the house.

Posted by: Martini Farmer at August 05, 2023 10:15 AM (Q4IgG)

174 Very nice. Thanks.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke

And I meant to add that I pray it for others, inserting their names. But since it's written in the first person....I go ahead and pray it for myself, too.

Posted by: Prime Sister at August 05, 2023 10:16 AM (tQL7r)

175 I seem to recall glazed donuts being called honey dip donuts when I was a good bit younger. Not sure when that changed.
Probably when truth in advertising laws were strengthened.

Posted by: From about that Time at August 05, 2023 10:16 AM (4780s)

176 If I'm going to get a run in before we hit 90 degrees, I'd better get my carcass out the door. I will be praying as I run, in between huffing and puffing.

In case anyone ever forgets, y'all are the best. Hugs to all y'all.

Posted by: screaming in digital at August 05, 2023 10:16 AM (aBJcM)

177 If you like a certain coffee flavoring you might be shit out of luck.

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Big Creamer flexing its muscles.

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? at August 05, 2023 10:16 AM (FVME7)

178 Interesting to see that when the Pope visited Fatima, a nearby fire showered ashes on the assembly.

Francis is all over the place, but I give him credit for being the only world leader working for peace in Eastern Europe.

Funny how the US "peace movement" is entirely MIA. Billions of dollars being spent on weapons for wars overseas while our bridges collapse, trains derail and there is not even the fainted whisper of protest.

Truly a defining moment.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at August 05, 2023 10:17 AM (llXky)

179 37 Thank you to all who continue to pray for me and my husband. 3 weeks sober. Thank you, Lord.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at August 05, 2023 09:18 AM (OX9vb)

So happy for you both!

Posted by: m at August 05, 2023 10:17 AM (ASp1y)

180 Hardest part of a Saturday -- deciding whether to get off my ass and do something useful or fix another cup of coffee and then spend the rest of the week fretting about all the stuff that didn't get done.

Posted by: Oddbob at August 05, 2023 10:17 AM (nfrXX)

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Posted by: Kathy at August 05, 2023 10:17 AM (JklXp)

182 Never got that bit lightning doesn't strike twice
Obviously something made to attract it is out but whatever set up the reasons something gets hit once means it can happen twice

Posted by: Skip at August 05, 2023 10:18 AM (MOY79)

183 Prayers specially for grammie's son, for SiD, for jewells, for Noah, and for goddessoftheclassroom

Posted by: vmom stabby stabby stabby stabby stabamillion at August 05, 2023 10:18 AM (M2qjg)

184 It's fun to snark and throw shade at various people, but we also need to elevate our thoughts to God, and I think one of the remarkable traits of the Moron Horde is the depth of faith one finds within it.

Certainly not something I expected to see.

A minor miracle, if you will.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd

I know, right? I was also
surprised. The Moron Horde is so well-grounded in prayer and faith. Thanks be to God!

Posted by: Prime Sister at August 05, 2023 10:19 AM (tQL7r)

185 Anyone remember those bumper stickers about how the schools should have all the money they need and the Air Force would have bake sales to buy bombers?

Good times, good times.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at August 05, 2023 10:19 AM (llXky)

186 I know, right? I was also
surprised. The Moron Horde is so well-grounded in prayer and faith. Thanks be to God!

Posted by: Prime Sister at August 05, 2023 10:19 AM (tQL7r)
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God does work in mysterious ways. Clearly it suits his purpose to have a site run by an ewok with an incorrigible preference for busty lesbian pr0n also become a place of prayer and Christian fellowship.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at August 05, 2023 10:22 AM (llXky)

187 Prayers up grammie, blaster and all the others. Regarding issues with children, I am comforted by knowing that they were our Lord's first before they were ours. Blaster, give your mom's hand a squeeze from me. Blessed are those who give comfort to those who are fighting that last battle with pain here in this earthly realm.

Posted by: Sock Monkey * Ungovernable at August 05, 2023 10:22 AM (Qm4V8)

188 Misanthropic Humanitarian,

You aren't making the TXMOMe this year???😕

Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 10:23 AM (UUBmN)

189 Never got that bit lightning doesn't strike twice
Obviously something made to attract it is out but whatever set up the reasons something gets hit once means it can happen twice

Posted by: Skip at August 05, 2023 10:18 AM (MOY79)
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Lighting rods kind of disprove it.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at August 05, 2023 10:23 AM (llXky)

190 Pray for me! I decided to take a longish bike ride this morning… I’m trying a new route on beautiful country roads and I ended up on a stretch of really rough gravel. My road bike’s not built for it and…. My front tire just went flat. The bike is unridable in this state and stupid me I didn’t bring my tire repair kit. So here I am 25 miles from home on a beautiful Texas country road…. And I am quite stranded.

Bless my dear wife; she’s gonna rescue me but she’s at least 30 minutes out…. What a doofus I am…. And it was such a perfect morning for a ride; not hot yet with beautiful countryside…. Kicking myself for being a doofus AND for missing what a pleasant ride that last 25 miles home would’ve been!

Posted by: LinusVanPelt at August 05, 2023 10:25 AM (HDrsj)

191 Chicago Is Routinely Ordering Police Not to Pursue Fleeing Armed Robbery Suspects

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Making the streets safe for street crime.

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? at August 05, 2023 10:25 AM (FVME7)

192 178: the party with the sole, exclusive right to rule the United States is in power and they can and will do as they damn well please. “Peace movement”? Hah!

Posted by: Catch Thirty-Thr33 at August 05, 2023 10:26 AM (f0XAF)

193 Bless my dear wife; she’s gonna rescue me but she’s at least 30 minutes out…. What a doofus I am…. And it was such a perfect morning for a ride; not hot yet with beautiful countryside…. Kicking myself for being a doofus AND for missing what a pleasant ride that last 25 miles home would’ve been!
Posted by: LinusVanPelt
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This happened to my husband many years ago but he had 2 repair kits with him. Had 3 flats that trip and I had to rescue him...I couldn't believe how far away he was.

Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 10:27 AM (UUBmN)

194 White House Purges 442 Reporters

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I really don't see how they could bow any lower.

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? at August 05, 2023 10:28 AM (FVME7)

195 172 Arizona RINOs Vote Against Hand Counting Ballots, Say Election Integrity Too Expensive

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If you think election integrity is expensive, try vote fraud.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? at August 05, 2023 10:14 AM (FVME7)

*suppresses expletive laden rant*

They are ensuring the bad things. Idiots. Blind, willful idiots.

Posted by: Aetius451AD Work Laptop at August 05, 2023 10:28 AM (zZu0s)

196 I really don't see how they could bow any lower.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? at August 05, 2023 10:28 AM (FVME7)

Eye contact.

Posted by: Aetius451AD Work Laptop at August 05, 2023 10:29 AM (zZu0s)

197 My front tire just went flat. The bike is unridable in this state and stupid me I didn’t bring my tire repair kit. So here I am 25 miles from home on a beautiful Texas country road…. And I am quite stranded.
Posted by: LinusVanPelt

It's only flat on one side, right?

C'mon, tough it out - you're a Moron after all!

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 10:29 AM (mSy8I)

198 A.H.Lloyd, most schools have plenty of money, courtesy of plundering the taxpayer at every opportunity. Turn down one bond issue and they'll be back to refloat it again in six months, with the question phrased so carefully that the vote you cast that you thought was "against" was really "for".

And those well-funded schools are turning out kids who think drag shows are a reflection of reality.

Sorry, but I have no sympathy for public schools.

Posted by: creeper at August 05, 2023 10:29 AM (cTCuP)

199 Eldest Kidlet tells me that Son seems to be doing a little better, but she doesn't know how things are between him and his fiance. It doesn't help that *none* of us are particularly communicative even at the best of times. That being the case, I'd appreciate it if the Horde would continue to pray for the situation.

Posted by: Polliwog the 'Ette at August 05, 2023 10:29 AM (nC+QA)

200 188 Misanthropic Humanitarian,

You aren't making the TXMOMe this year???😕
Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 10:23 AM (UUBmN)

Pray for a miracle or 3 to make it happen.

Posted by: Misanthropic Humanitarian Who Lives In The Frozen Tundra at August 05, 2023 10:29 AM (aA3+G)

201 24 Happy to see the arrival of August as July sucked beyond all recognition.

Posted by: Catch Thirty-Thr33
Hugs Catch33 and here's to a good Aug

Posted by: vmom stabby stabby stabby stabby stabamillion at August 05, 2023 10:30 AM (vHIgi)

202 what a pleasant ride that last 25 miles home would’ve been!

Posted by: LinusVanPelt at August 05, 2023 10:25 AM (HDrsj)

We beg to differ..

-your nuts-

You're nuts.

Posted by: Reforger at August 05, 2023 10:30 AM (B705c)

203 197 My front tire just went flat. The bike is unridable in this state and stupid me I didn’t bring my tire repair kit. So here I am 25 miles from home on a beautiful Texas country road…. And I am quite stranded.
Posted by: LinusVanPelt

It's only flat on one side, right?

C'mon, tough it out - you're a Moron after all!
Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 10:29 AM (mSy8I)

But. Definite bonus points that you took the time to comment on AOS from the wilderness.

A True 'Ron.

Posted by: Aetius451AD Work Laptop at August 05, 2023 10:30 AM (zZu0s)

204 Happy Saturday!

Prayers for the horde.

Posted by: Lizzy at August 05, 2023 10:30 AM (avru5)

205 185 Anyone remember those bumper stickers about how the schools should have all the money they need and the Air Force would have bake sales to buy bombers?

Good times, good times.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at August 05, 2023 10:19 AM (llXky)

Oh there was a sale. We bought all the Senators and Reps we needed, thanks!

Posted by: Raytheon & Friends, if it went "BOOM!", you're welcome! at August 05, 2023 10:31 AM (z+89e)

206 198: we need more money, you child hating meanie.

Posted by: Public education apologists everywhere at August 05, 2023 10:32 AM (f0XAF)

207 Pray for a miracle or 3 to make it happen.
Posted by: Misanthropic Humanitarian
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🙏🙏🙏

Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 10:32 AM (UUBmN)

208 @186 - I nearly spit out my coffee, AHL! 😆

I'd give a box of ammo (9x19) to anyone offering a relevant bible verse to paraphrase your comment...

Posted by: Matthew Kant Cipher at August 05, 2023 10:32 AM (QyWX+)

209 Prayers for all in need. An extra prayer for caregivers. I know now from my own experience how hard it is to watch a loved one decline and care for them at the same time.

Posted by: Tuna at August 05, 2023 10:32 AM (gLRfa)

210 Mis Hum, praying you can be here because that means all is well.

Posted by: Ben Had at August 05, 2023 10:33 AM (EQRy6)

211 Shout out to all the Americans poopin' in the streets.

Posted by: Abril Moscou at August 05, 2023 10:34 AM (Nt5rm)

212 198: ‘tis why I vote against just about every bond issue set before me.

After teaching my first year, I am convinced the schools need LESS money and zero federal interference/money.

Posted by: Catch Thirty-Thr33 at August 05, 2023 10:34 AM (f0XAF)

213 Ben Had,
Do we need more of those name tags?

Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 10:34 AM (UUBmN)

214 Just when you thought it was safe to get on with your life . . .

CNN
@CNN
Covid-19 is on the rise again as the world approaches the fourth virus season since the coronavirus arrived on the scene

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OMG! OMG!! OMG!!!

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? at August 05, 2023 10:35 AM (FVME7)

215 >>Experience is what you get when you don't get what you want.

"Builds character!"
-- Lizzy's Dad's reply in those situations

Posted by: Lizzy at August 05, 2023 10:35 AM (avru5)

216 As long as we're praying we need to remember to say "Thank you" to God for the things we have.

Posted by: creeper at August 05, 2023 10:35 AM (cTCuP)

217 Regarding issues with children, I am comforted by knowing that they were our Lord's first before they were ours.
Posted by Sock Monkey

Yep. I came to that same comforting conclusion. And He loves them much better than we ever could. So, while my son in Singapore is still estranged from me, it's such a relief that God knows him, loves him, and sees him every minute of the day. And the Lord hears and answers (in His perfect way and in His perfect timing) my every prayer and heart cry for Austin.

Posted by: Prime Sister at August 05, 2023 10:35 AM (tQL7r)

218 214 Just when you thought it was safe to get on with your life . . .

CNN
@CNN
Covid-19 is on the rise again as the world approaches the fourth virus season since the coronavirus arrived on the scene

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OMG! OMG!! OMG!!!
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? at August 05, 2023 10:35 AM (FVME7)

Believe.

Comply.

-CDC

Posted by: Aetius451AD Work Laptop at August 05, 2023 10:36 AM (zZu0s)

219 Be kind to one another. 'Ettes hair is off limits.
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So I guess this means, age, weight and driving habits are fair game!

Only kidding, I would never...

Posted by: sTevo at August 05, 2023 10:36 AM (iO4Ix)

220 >>Covid-19 is on the rise again as the world approaches the fourth virus season since the coronavirus arrived on the scene

Ah yes, had a covid outbreak at work 2 1/2 weeks ago - several colleagues have been battling it for that whole time. Only two of us who've been in the office the whole time escaped getting it.

Posted by: Lizzy at August 05, 2023 10:36 AM (avru5)

221 Shout out to all the Americans poopin' in the streets.
Posted by: Abril Moscou at August 05, 2023 10:34 AM (Nt5rm)

Bowie and Jagger endorsed.

Posted by: Mr Aspirin Factory at August 05, 2023 10:37 AM (KBA0C)

222 lin-duh, yes. Now, about my cake, I may not be so good at sharing!

Posted by: Ben Had at August 05, 2023 10:37 AM (EQRy6)

223 Ah yes, had a covid outbreak at work 2 1/2 weeks ago - several colleagues have been battling it for that whole time. Only two of us who've been in the office the whole time escaped getting it.
Posted by: Lizzy at August 05, 2023 10:36 AM (avru5)

I am guessing there is a correlation?

Posted by: Aetius451AD Work Laptop at August 05, 2023 10:37 AM (zZu0s)

224 Now THAT'S entertainment!
Posted by: Tonypete

I had a tamarack tree uproot this spring, on the edge of my lower wet area/meadow. I was cutting it up yesterday evening in 6+foot tall grass. The 8 month old puppy decided that was a good time to play. She ambushed me from behind several times while I was cutting. After several stern scoldings, she snuck back into the grass and waited. As soon as I shut the saw off, it was ambush time again.

Posted by: Sock Monkey * Ungovernable at August 05, 2023 10:37 AM (Qm4V8)

225 Shout out to all the Americans poopin' in the streets.
Posted by: Abril Moscou

Hmmm, needs work.

How about - Summer's here and the time is right
For dancing in the street?

-- Zombie Marvin Gaye

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 10:37 AM (mSy8I)

226 >>As long as we're praying we need to remember to say "Thank you" to God for the things we have.

Always!

Posted by: Lizzy at August 05, 2023 10:38 AM (avru5)

227 206 198: we need more money
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I know, beer and cigars are so expensive now.

Posted by: sTevo at August 05, 2023 10:38 AM (iO4Ix)

228 Ah yes, had a covid outbreak at work 2 1/2 weeks ago - several colleagues have been battling it for that whole time. Only two of us who've been in the office the whole time escaped getting it.

Posted by: Lizzy at August 05, 2023 10:36 AM (avru5)
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I had a sinus infection last weekend. Now in the drainage phase.

First actual sickness since 2019. I had to struggle to remember where the decongestant was.

And no, I never got the Covid shot.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at August 05, 2023 10:38 AM (llXky)

229 However will we get through another Wu-Flu season without Dr. Anthony Fauci's lies to guide us?

Posted by: creeper at August 05, 2023 10:38 AM (cTCuP)

230 Hmmm, needs work.

How about - Summer's here and the time is right
For dancing in the street?

-- Zombie Marvin Gaye
Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 10:37 AM (mSy8I)

Wasn't that a female group?

Posted by: Aetius451AD Work Laptop at August 05, 2023 10:38 AM (zZu0s)

231 Every day, creeper, every day.

Posted by: Ben Had at August 05, 2023 10:39 AM (EQRy6)

232
Wasn't that a female group?
Posted by: Aetius451AD Work Laptop

Martha and the Vandellas but MG wrote it, iirc.

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 10:39 AM (mSy8I)

233 Retired Buckeye Cop , thank you for sending that email to them

Posted by: vmom stabby stabby stabby stabby stabamillion at August 05, 2023 10:39 AM (vHIgi)

234 Martha Reeves and the Vandellas.

Glad I did not take a shot in the dark.

Posted by: Aetius451AD Work Laptop at August 05, 2023 10:40 AM (zZu0s)

235 Ben Had,
Text me a good address that I can have them directly shipped to from Amazon.

Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 10:40 AM (UUBmN)

236 C'mon, tough it out - you're a Moron after all!
Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 10:29 AM (mSy8I)

202, 203

LoL! At least I have time post post on AoS while I wait!

Posted by: LinusVanPelt at August 05, 2023 10:41 AM (HDrsj)

237 You remember in old westerns when the hero would jump from his horse to the charging horse team so he could stop the runaway stagecoach? Well, in Florida . . .

https://tinyurl.com/4yycbz9z

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? at August 05, 2023 10:41 AM (FVME7)

238 My bass had Covid about 3 weeks ago. Her second time. She said it was just like a mild cold with a few body aches.

Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 10:42 AM (UUBmN)

239 LoL! At least I have time post post on AoS while I wait!
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I was singing Waiting on a Friend earlier.

Posted by: sTevo at August 05, 2023 10:42 AM (iO4Ix)

240 As long as we're praying we need to remember to say "Thank you" to God for the things we have.

Posted by: creeper at August 05, 2023 10:35 AM (cTCuP)
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YES! It is so easy today to think of disappointments, things we want but don't get while ignoring the many and profound blessings staring us in the face.

God loves us, but that does not mean we will not face hardship. Many times, these are the way God calls us to repent, to refocus on Him, orient to His will, and put aside our petty agendas.

We focus on politics, obsess over social media and which stuff shirt said what, and ignore the big picture. No about of sick burns or online hot takes will change things for the better. It is only through prayer and action with God that these things will happen.

I had plans for this year, plans that lie in ruins. And yet, such blessings replaced them! Not what I wanted, and the quicker I got over my pride and embraced what I was given, the happier I became. On that note, time to do chores! Hopefully I'll be able to make the book thread tomorrow, but if not, see everyone next week!

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at August 05, 2023 10:42 AM (llXky)

241 lin-duh, will.do and Thank you for all you do.

Posted by: Ben Had at August 05, 2023 10:42 AM (EQRy6)

242 My bass had Covid about 3 weeks ago. Her second time. She said it was just like a mild cold with a few body aches.
Posted by: lin-duh

Oddly enough, the viola didn't suffer at all I'll bet.

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 10:43 AM (mSy8I)

243 Morning Hordemates

Posted by: Diogenes at August 05, 2023 10:43 AM (e4fEA)

244 LinusVanPelt,
What part of Texas are you at?

Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 10:43 AM (UUBmN)

245 I never got the Covid shot.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at August 05, 2023 10:38 AM (llXky)

I did...booster, too. Got a "bump" in the middle of my forehead...could be a zit...or another eyeball.

Posted by: BignJames at August 05, 2023 10:44 AM (AwYPR)

246 Tonypete, that was Martha and the Vandellas.

Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at August 05, 2023 10:44 AM (t/2Uw)

247 I has covid again about 4 weeks ago, just coming out of the fog now.

Posted by: sTevo at August 05, 2023 10:44 AM (iO4Ix)

248 Please pray that their evil will not prevail. Our struggle is not against flesh and blood; but the evil powers of Satan. Jesus is Lord.

Posted by: Queequeg the Harpooner at August 05, 2023 10:44 AM (9X60i)

249 My lovely wife reminds me to try to start off all prayers with something along the lines of:

"Dear Lord, thank you for all my blessings and trials. . . "

and then get into the nitty gritty.

Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 10:45 AM (mSy8I)

250 Oddly enough, the viola didn't suffer at all I'll bet.
Posted by: Tonypet
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BOSS....🤪

But that reminds me I need to get my spawns viola lessons going again.

Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 10:45 AM (UUBmN)

251 Horde mind.

Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at August 05, 2023 10:46 AM (t/2Uw)

252 Good morning, glories!

Cloudy and 62 here on the beach. Hoping for some rain. Saw a hummingbird a few minutes ago. Lucy the Fink is glaring at me from her tower.

Prepping for range time.

Prayers for you all.

Posted by: nurse ratched, otter 841 superfan! at August 05, 2023 10:46 AM (U2p+3)

253 LinusVanPelt,
What part of Texas are you at?
Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 10:43 AM (UUBmN)

My little lovely spot on the side of the road where I sit waiting is about 5 miles outside of Blue Ridge, TX

The horde is great BTW. Prayers up for everyone!

Posted by: LinusVanPelt at August 05, 2023 10:47 AM (HDrsj)

254 >>I am guessing there is a correlation?

Not sure.
The two who've had it the worst hadn't had covid before, both vaxxed and boosted several times. One other has a young family and it seems like their immune systems have been wrecked - the young kids are constantly ill with flu, rsv, hand and mouth disease, cholera, whatever. It's so sad.
I had a bad case of the omicron and I assume natural immunity from it? The other person is 70+ and got another booster last week (may be her 4th???).

Crazy times.

Posted by: Lizzy at August 05, 2023 10:47 AM (avru5)

255 I hear COVID is hard on stripers.

Posted by: creeper at August 05, 2023 10:47 AM (cTCuP)

256 RNC Research
@RNCResearch
CNN POLL: "More people actually trust congressional Republicans than President Biden on the most important issues of the day."

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Trust Repubs in Congress more: 54%
Trust Drooling Joe more: 45%

Yeah, I know. It's like do you trust a rattlesnake or a rabid pitbull more still . . .

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? at August 05, 2023 10:48 AM (FVME7)

257 paint striping is hard work.

Posted by: sTevo at August 05, 2023 10:48 AM (iO4Ix)

258 They say lightning doesn't strike twice in the same place. I say it does.

When we moved into this place there was a tree in the front yard that obviously had been hit by lightning some time ago. The very first spring thunderstorm we had after moving in had a bolt of lightning hit that tree again. Rattled every window so bad I thought they'd shatter. Knocked a wall clock off the wall. But did not damage the house.
Posted by: Martini Farmer at August 05, 2023 10:15 AM (Q4IgG)

Empire State Building waves.

Posted by: thatcrazyjerseyguy now with twice the crazy at August 05, 2023 10:49 AM (Zvtjl)

259 I had plans for this year, plans that lie in ruins. And yet, such blessings replaced them! Not what I wanted, and the quicker I got over my pride and embraced what I was given, the happier I became.

Oh, yeah. You and me both. Lots of folks in the same situation, too: many dreams put on hold.

Posted by: Prime Sister at August 05, 2023 10:50 AM (tQL7r)

260 HAHAHAHAH!!!

Christie went to Ukirainia. Met Zelenskyyyy.
"America has never moved forward by ignoring the rest of the world. We can’t start now,” he said."

Yes, yes we have and yes we can !

Posted by: runner at August 05, 2023 10:50 AM (V13WU)

261 I have seen research that said that people getting boosters are. Ore prone to getting it. This was true for my sister who thinks masks Md boosters are still relevant.
She recently got Covid and said she was glad she had just gotten a booster because she had a mild case.
Sigh...

Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at August 05, 2023 10:50 AM (t/2Uw)

262 Thunderclap and Newman > Thunderbolt and Lightning

Prayers up!

Have a great day everybody!

Posted by: Mick at August 05, 2023 10:50 AM (sVc11)

263 178 Francis is all over the place, but I give him credit for being the only world leader working for peace in Eastern Europe. ... Funny how the US "peace movement" is entirely MIA.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at August 05, 2023 10:17 AM (llXky)

It would be great to have this point made in the MSM.

Posted by: m at August 05, 2023 10:51 AM (ASp1y)

264
How about - Summer's here and the time is right
For dancing in the street?

Come and get your free Playstation!

Posted by: Bertram Cabot, Jr. at August 05, 2023 10:51 AM (63Dwl)

265 CNN POLL: "More people actually trust congressional Republicans than President Biden on the most important issues of the day."
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And all the people who responded to CNN are blithering idots. By the way, if you didn't now, the Ds and Rs are in on it together.

OK. I.m done, stick to religion, politics kills, unless you were around the time of the crusades...

Posted by: sTevo at August 05, 2023 10:52 AM (iO4Ix)

266 >>Christie went to Ukirainia. Met Zelenskyyyy.

Not the first GOP candidate to do this.
W
T
F
?

Posted by: Lizzy at August 05, 2023 10:52 AM (avru5)

267 I never got the Covid shot.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd

So it's your damn fault!

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? at August 05, 2023 10:52 AM (FVME7)

268 >>As long as we're praying we need to remember to say "Thank you" to God for the things we have.

Always!
Posted by: Lizzy

Yes, and Amen! Good thing to start off prayer time with -- counting your blessings!

Posted by: Prime Sister at August 05, 2023 10:53 AM (tQL7r)

269 Christie went to Ukirainia.

Posted by: runner at August 05, 2023 10:50 AM (V13WU)

Do they have cake donuts, or glazed?...Does it matter to Crispy?

Posted by: BignJames at August 05, 2023 10:53 AM (AwYPR)

270 Of course some of are having bouts of Covid. And it's got to be Covid because that's what the doctor said it was, right?

Has anyone wondered what happened to summer colds? They seem to have been totally eradicated.

Posted by: Dr. Pork Chops & Bacons at August 05, 2023 10:54 AM (BdMk6)

271 They say lightning doesn't strike twice in the same place.

Charles Proteus Steinmetz, who kind of made a study of lightning, said that it does not strike twice in the same place because once lightning strikes, that place is not there anymore.

Posted by: Way, Way Downriver at August 05, 2023 10:54 AM (4PZHB)

272 238
'My bass had Covid '

F-I-I-ISH!

Posted by: Dr. Claw at August 05, 2023 10:54 AM (T/s40)

273 >>CNN POLL: "More people actually trust congressional Republicans than President Biden on the most important issues of the day."

IT'S FUNNY BECAUSE IF THEY WERE TO GIVE POLL RESPONDENTS A 3RD OPTION, SUCH AS "YOUR NEIGHBOR" THAT OPTION WOULD WIN IN A LANDSLIDE.

Posted by: BEN ROETHLISBERGER at August 05, 2023 10:54 AM (avru5)

274 Speaking of giving thanks, I neglected to thank whomever posted the verse last week which started "I asked for strength and God gave me difficulties to make me strong".

It really moved me, so much that I've since asked my (quite artistic) d'otter if she would make me a reproduction using her unique vision & talents.

Posted by: Matthew Kant Cipher at August 05, 2023 10:55 AM (QyWX+)

275 Could it be that it's hotter where temperatures are being taken not because of using fossil fuels but because of the build up of cities and towns where there is more cement/asphalt everywhere???

Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 10:55 AM (UUBmN)

276 paint striping is hard work.
Posted by: sTevo

Didja see this?

https://tinyurl.com/vnvhynjy

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? at August 05, 2023 10:56 AM (FVME7)

277 Please pray that their evil will not prevail. Our struggle is not against flesh and blood; but the evil powers of Satan. Jesus is Lord.
Posted by: Queequeg the Harpooner

Great reminder! Right on every point

Posted by: Prime Sister at August 05, 2023 10:57 AM (tQL7r)

278 Does your bass have COVID? It could be because your bass was swimming in Camp Lejuene water...

Posted by: Quarter Twenty at August 05, 2023 10:57 AM (NBVIP)

279 Romans 6:19, keep the ammo.

Posted by: Indignacio Vindacatorem at August 05, 2023 10:57 AM (oWBc3)

280 One of these days I will learn to proofread my posts before I hit send. Apparently that is not today.

Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at August 05, 2023 10:57 AM (t/2Uw)

281 >>Has anyone wondered what happened to summer colds? They seem to have been totally eradicated.

Shhhhhhh!
They're ramping up plans to make annual covid boosters the norm - gotta make the masses think they need it.

Posted by: Lizzy at August 05, 2023 10:57 AM (avru5)

282 Joe is running on the economic miracle that is Bidenomics.

Biden approval on the economy: 37%
Disapproval: 63%

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? at August 05, 2023 11:00 AM (FVME7)

283 273
'A 3RD OPTION'

Heck. Kevin Spacey would be competitive if the Republican congress and FJB were the only 2 alternatives.

Posted by: Dr. Claw at August 05, 2023 11:00 AM (T/s40)

284 Camp Lejuene water...

Posted by: Quarter Twenty at August 05, 2023 10:57 AM (NBVIP)

My MIL is on that shit. She lived there for years.
Explains a lot actually.

Posted by: Reforger at August 05, 2023 11:00 AM (B705c)

285 I had plans for this year, plans that lie in ruins. And yet, such blessings replaced them! Not what I wanted, and the quicker I got over my pride and embraced what I was given, the happier I became.

Oh, yeah. You and me both. Lots of folks in the same situation, too: many dreams put on hold.
Posted by: Prime Sister

Many are the plans of a man's heart, but the Lord's will prevails. Pr 19:21. Paraphrased, I think, but one of my life verses. Took me many stubborn years to realize and acknowledge, yet now I revel in it.

Thank you Lord for blessing my wife and I with another beautiful day. We will worry about tomorrow when it comes. Make us good stewards of the blessings you give us today. Amen.

Posted by: Sock Monkey * Ungovernable at August 05, 2023 11:01 AM (Qm4V8)

286 Vote for Pedro!

Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 11:01 AM (UUBmN)

287 IT'S FUNNY BECAUSE IF THEY WERE TO GIVE POLL RESPONDENTS A 3RD OPTION, SUCH AS "YOUR NEIGHBOR" THAT OPTION WOULD WIN IN A LANDSLIDE.
Posted by: BEN ROETHLISBERGER

Or such as "your dog".

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? at August 05, 2023 11:01 AM (FVME7)

288 Joe Biden is serving Flavor Ade with a 'special ingredient'.

Would drink immediately: 37%
Would not drink: 63%

Posted by: Dr. Claw at August 05, 2023 11:03 AM (T/s40)

289 Many are the plans of a man's heart, but the Lord's will prevails. Pr 19:21. Paraphrased, I think, but one of my life verses. Took me many stubborn years to realize and acknowledge, yet now I revel in it. Posted by Sock Monkey

Good for you! That's impressive. A friend actually sent me that very verse this week. Thanks for the confirmation 👍

Posted by: Prime Sister at August 05, 2023 11:03 AM (tQL7r)

290 If I ever get a Maine Coon I'm gonna name it Pedro!

Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 11:03 AM (UUBmN)

291 Has anyone wondered what happened to summer colds?

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They were a different animal.

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? at August 05, 2023 11:04 AM (FVME7)

292 >>>@121 You're speaking to guys you know ... Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 09:50 AM (mSy8I)
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Yep, and some may be interested in products made by Dr. Squatch (such as bourbon-scented bar soap) or The Fable Beard Company (such as coffee-scented beard conditioner).

Posted by: Kathy at August 05, 2023 11:04 AM (JklXp)

293 279 Romans 6:19, keep the ammo.
Posted by: Indignacio Vindacatorem at August 05, 2023 10:57 AM (oWBc3)

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*Tips cap* Very well played, my friend! I'll set aside the freedom seeds just in case you change your mind.

Posted by: Matthew Kant Cipher at August 05, 2023 11:06 AM (QyWX+)

294 Has anyone wondered what happened to summer colds?

GLOBAL WARMING!!!

Posted by: Sock Monkey * Ungovernable at August 05, 2023 11:06 AM (Qm4V8)

295 Didja see this?

https://tinyurl.com/vnvhynjy
- - -
I did, those lazy stripers!

Posted by: sTevo at August 05, 2023 11:07 AM (iO4Ix)

296 Yep, and some may be interested in products made by Dr. Squatch (such as bourbon-scented bar soap)
Posted by: Kathy
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My teenaged son gets stuff from them since he got a job and can pay for it himself.

Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 11:07 AM (UUBmN)

297 My son bought me "The Art of Shaving" unscented shaving cream last year. I just bought another. This one is wetter; but with a brush, and Wilkinson safety razor blades, I've never shaven so easy.
And I'm 29.
Seriously, when I nick myself, I tell folks I've only been shaving for 50 years, and I'm not very good at it yet.

Posted by: MkY at August 05, 2023 11:08 AM (cPGH3)

298 >>CNN POLL: "More people actually trust congressional Republicans than President Biden on the most important issues of the day."

Follow-up question: Who do you trust more, a used car salesman or that dude selling Gucci handbags on a NYC street corner?

Posted by: Lizzy at August 05, 2023 11:08 AM (avru5)

299 IT'S FUNNY BECAUSE IF THEY WERE TO GIVE POLL RESPONDENTS A 3RD OPTION, SUCH AS "YOUR NEIGHBOR" THAT OPTION WOULD WIN IN A LANDSLIDE.
Posted by: BEN ROETHLISBERGER

Or such as "your dog".
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy?

I'd definitely vote for the dog. Gotta be better than the crew in charge now.

Posted by: Prime Sister at August 05, 2023 11:08 AM (tQL7r)

300 Tom Elliott
@tomselliott
Rep. @JasmineForUS (D-Texas): Republicans defending Trump "are getting dangerously close, in my opinion, to criminal culpability in and of themselves, as well"

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So just watch it!

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? at August 05, 2023 11:10 AM (FVME7)

301 >>Or such as "your dog".

Oh, if that were an option it would get 99%.

Posted by: Lizzy at August 05, 2023 11:10 AM (avru5)

302 Noodles

Posted by: Prime Sister at August 05, 2023 11:10 AM (tQL7r)

303 Paint striping IS hard work...

https://youtu.be/WPOAQHpkz7I

Posted by: Obligatory Seinfeld reference at August 05, 2023 11:10 AM (NBVIP)

304 286 Vote for Pedro!
Posted by: lin-duh at August 05, 2023 11:01 AM (UUBmN)
- - -

The directors of Napolian Dynamite saw the word in the script and said the writers left out the 'r'. So, they put it back in so as not to reflect reality, as much.

Posted by: sTevo at August 05, 2023 11:11 AM (iO4Ix)

305 A lotta judgment coming towards those of us who like candy creamers. Right now my passion is peppermint mocha, but Ladyl and I killed that this week. So I'm on cinnamon bun today.

Posted by: Miley, okravangelist at August 05, 2023 11:13 AM (Mzdiz)

306 My aunt and uncle's home was hit twice by lightning. Not exactly in the same place, but close enough. Once it coursed through the house and allegedly knocked the shoes off my aunt who was sitting in a recliner.

I look around our place, it's open space on a small knoll surrounded by crop land and a few tree stands that delineate old property lines or existing ones that separate fields from private property. In those tree lines are no less than 4 trees hit by lightning. All in a neat circle around us. All dead.

Using a lightning rod, a tall building with lightning arresters or something else to attract lightning is one thing. To have it hit in more or less the same spot is statistically remote, but not impossible.

And being on this little knoll with pretty good lines of sight except to the west we see all sorts of weather induced phenomenon.

Posted by: Martini Farmer at August 05, 2023 11:19 AM (Q4IgG)

307 White scum bucket executes Black cop in Temple, PA.

I wonder if he was part of Antifa or just a low life criminal.

I would have a hard time taking him alive but the US Marshals did. Cases like this should be a one day trial followed immediately by a hanging.

Posted by: polynikes at August 05, 2023 11:21 AM (MNhXM)

308 Two Orlando cops in critical condition after a traffic stop shooting. Perp still on the run . No description given.

These cops unfortunately needed more training because the car they pulled over was a potential murder suspect. I don’t know how they put themselves in a situation where both could get shot.

Posted by: polynikes at August 05, 2023 11:24 AM (MNhXM)

309 242 My bass had Covid about 3 weeks ago. Her second time. She said it was just like a mild cold with a few body aches.
Posted by: lin-duh

Oddly enough, the viola didn't suffer at all I'll bet.
Posted by: Tonypete at August 05, 2023 10:43 AM (mSy8I)

The walleye was looking a little woozy.

Posted by: m at August 05, 2023 11:32 AM (ASp1y)

310 Well, this is awkward.

I was popping in to pray for our trap shoot club kids and coaches. Despite a lot of well-funded districts in the area, ours isn't rolling in dough. Biden's team has decided to cut funding for schools with shooting and archery clubs. We've got community sponsors, but I don't know if the club can go private.

Posted by: NaughtyPine at August 05, 2023 11:42 AM (/+bwe)

311 266 >>Christie went to Ukirainia. Met Zelenskyyyy.

Not the first GOP candidate to do this.
W
T
F
?
Posted by: Lizzy at August 05, 2023 10:52 AM (avru5)

Ukraine is so fucking bizarre. It is like this weird religious/fetish/grift thing for these people.

I can understand people's reactions to covid. This might be the one time in 48 years that I CANNOT understand what these people are thinking. If it was all graft, then why the pilgrimages? I dunno. Kabuki? Keeping up the charade? Bilking the rubes? Yes?

Posted by: Aetius451AD Work Laptop at August 05, 2023 11:43 AM (zZu0s)

312 Posted by: NaughtyPine at August 05, 2023 11:42 AM (/+bwe)

Feds cutting funding for the whole school if they have an archery or shoot___ club?

Posted by: vmom stabby stabby stabby stabby stabamillion at August 05, 2023 11:44 AM (vHIgi)

313 Feds cutting funding for the whole school if they have an archery or shoot___ club?
Posted by: vmom stabby stabby stabby stabby stabamillion at August 05, 2023 11:44 AM

Yes. Here's a report on it. https://tinyurl.com/46bm9vb6

Posted by: NaughtyPine at August 05, 2023 11:48 AM (/+bwe)

314 Our political class has a lot of money invested and being laundered through Ukraine. *biden, and likely by extension, Obama, are neck deep in the corruption. So's all of congress. It's in their best interests to maintain "interest" in the country else they get outed.

Z-man has our government by the proverbial balls. So does China, but by different means.

Hell, for that matter the number of foreign governments that have some level of control over ours numbers in the dozens. If not more.

Posted by: Martini Farmer at August 05, 2023 11:51 AM (Q4IgG)

315 It's the "grants" that are restricted. Education grants are a big scam, frankly. You can get a grant for LGBTwhatever club or fund an activist group's pre-packaged program, but tough luck if the kids want a club that fits the community.

Posted by: NaughtyPine at August 05, 2023 12:08 PM (/+bwe)

316 Late but praying for horde intentions.

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Posted by: www.Payathome7.com at August 05, 2023 03:15 PM (GMcno)

318 The "cheery flowers" are hibiscuses, which I grow in abundance at our home here on the Florida Treasure Coast. We just got home from almost two months away, and our vincas in the backyard are running completely amuck. I am amazed at their ability to thrive without anyone around to water or feed them.

Posted by: clams on the half shell and roller skates, roller skates at August 05, 2023 05:38 PM (kvDvI)

319 Gavin Newsom is a joke. He has destroyed San Francisco and then he destroyed CA. The Hannity interview showed you how stupid, unprepared, and lazy Hannity is. So they kept stupid, unprepared, and lazy guy a week after Tucker landed an interview with Elon Musk? What's at play here?

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