The Classical Saturday Coffee Break & Prayer Revival

[H/T ALH]

Good morning boys and girls and everything in between. Before we enter the Prayer Revival there are a few housekeeping matters to go over. (Rulz for those of you in Adams and/or Friendship.

1) This is an open thread. Feel free to lurk, opine and/or bloviate.
2) Be kind, be nice. Trolls need special nuturing.
3) Running with sharp objects? No here Bucko. Take it somewhere else.
4) Have a great weekend!!

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I have no proof that God has a sense of humor. I find the following very ***SNORT*** worthy. As a guy with 2 bionic knees. I believe that God will smile at this.

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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:
7/11 – Matthew Kant Cipher requested prayers for Layne, a family friend who is also his son’s FIL. He was diagnosed with bladder cancer and is awaiting further test results to determine whether they treat with chemo or remove his bladder. As of now, it appears to be contained. Please pray that he and his family are blessed with God’s love and grace through this time of trial.
8/13 Update – Layne has had some good news. His PET scan indicated that the cancer hasn’t spread beyond his bladder. Also, it seems to be a less aggressive form of cancer than originally diagnosed. The Horde prayers are blessing him greatly and are immensely appreciated. Please keep them coming!
7/23 – D sent an update on his wife Susan, as they deal with cancer. The last few weeks have been a roller coaster. They cannot operate on the cancer, because it has spread too much. They have started chemo and hope to get it to shrink. Susan’s gallbladder is inflamed, but they cannot remove it, due to the chemo, and her blood sugar is having issues. Thanks to everyone for their prayers; Susan has pulled through all of this and is looking great as they keep praying to the Lord.
8/28 Update – Susan is out of the hospital and is doing very well overall. Her pain levels are the lowest they have been since this started, and she is eating again. Thank you, everyone, for the prayers.
7/26 – Coelacanth sent his thanks for prayers for his son. He has come a _very_ long way but could still use more prayers as he deals with vax and black mold injuries. Also, Coelacanth cut his left hand pretty badly and severed two tendons. He will be on light duty at work for 6+ weeks. Prayers are appreciated.
8/16 Update – Surgery for the repair went very well. He had cut 3 tendons, and all were repaired. He has 6 weeks in a split and then limited use for a few months thereafter. Thank you all for all your support and prayers!
7/26 - Brother Tim was discharged from the cancer rehab facility and has returned to his routine of living out of hotel rooms, while working on better housing prospects. He is praising God for all the blessings and mercies!
8/16 Update – The latest scan confirms the cancer did not spread, so radiation therapy will likely start on 8/28. The other problems are not budging, but he is thankful for the news he gets that is good.
8/13 – MkY sent an update on his wife Judy’s battle with cancer. Her immunotherapy is scheduled for every 3 weeks. Six weeks ago, she had a cold and had to skip it, and it was the best she had felt in a year. So they skipped the last one, too. She is scheduled for it again on 8/14. She’s not hurting. She is sleeping. She’s not healthy, but she’s got stage 4 cancer! September is the next CT scan, and they will find out if the immunotherapy is making enough of an impact to continue. They are very grateful for the prayers.
8/13 – MkY would appreciate prayers for Butch and Harry, who have worked with him for 20 years. Both have recently been diagnosed with cancer. Butch has liver cancer and Harry has cancer in his larynx.
8/16 – Our Country is Screwed sent an update. He said he had his last chemo last week, and has a break before radiation begins. Everything looks good so far. He is easily fatigued and has to build strength.
8/16 – Hadrian asked for prayers for Her Majesty, who is away on the show circuit, with The Big Dummy until Labor Day. Prayers for health and safety (especially from hurricanes) for them are appreciated.
8/16 – naturalfake requested prayers for a quick and full recovery from a bilateral inguinal hernia. It will be 2-4 weeks before being able to move around without pain, and up to 12 weeks, depending on how it heals. Thank you for the prayers.
8/16 – From about That Time asked for prayers for a daughter whose baby is overdue. The daughter was scheduled to be induced on 8/17.
8/16 – GV requested prayers for his neighbors, Kathy and Nicola, a mother and daughter. Kathy has a tumor near the base of her brain. She has been in and out of hospice care, and is getting radiation at a hospital an hour away. She is very weak and can barely walk a few steps. Nicola has a heart of gold, and quit her job and moved in with her mother to care for her. They are now saddled with medical expenses that go along with a bedridden patient, plus the cost and difficulty of maintaining two homes.
8/16 – Madmike requests prayers for his friend Jim. In less than a month, Jim went from being a fit, healthy, 70+ runner to bedridden, needing both open heart and brain surgery.
8/20 – rickb223 sent an update. His wife, Stacy, was diagnosed with Stage 4 endometrial cancer on 3/5/23. She had been seeing an oncologist in Plano, TX, but after two years, the chemotherapy was no longer working, and was doing more harm than good. They wanted to try and let her body heal for a couple of weeks. She went on hospice 8/1/25. They thought they would have more time, but God had other plans. She went Home at 10:20 am, to be with her father, brother, granddaughter, and our Lord.
8/22 – NR Pax requests prayers for his father, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s on 8/20.
8/30 Update – Dad was in the ER all Tuesday night after taking a tumble. He is on medication for Parkinson’s so now it’s a matter of seeing how much that helps.
8/23 – SpeakingOf could use prayers. SpeakingOf’s father’s lung cancer has returned, and due to dad missing SpeakingOf’s mom, dad does not want any treatment and is in hospice. SpeakingOf is worried and fearful and heartbroken and would appreciate God’s mercy at this time.
8/23 – Tecumseh Tea gave a status. She is steadily improving from her heart attack. She said she feels mostly like herself again. She is looking for a new cardiologist, since the one she saw had zero interest in her or her heart.
8/28 Update – Tecumseh Tea is in the hospital again with heart issues. Please pray that they can figure out what is going on and how to treat it.
8/25 – Grammie Winger posted that Rev is doing well, but she was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer last week.
8/25 – BurtTC is dealing with a family matter and could use some prayers.
8/26 – Axeman would appreciate prayers. He just gave the verbal approval to move his mom to hospice.
8/27 – Ben Had sent an update on JT. He is doing well and sends a “Hiya” to the Horde.
8/28 - Grumpy and Recalcitrant asks for prayers for Pixy Misa, who runs the morning tech thread. Pixy has been suffering from edema (water retention and swelling of the extremities). In addition to the swelling, there has been significant pain in both feet, and now one hand. Please pray that the doctors and nurses take this problem seriously. Pray that God guides their minds and hands in the diagnostic and treatment processes, so that Pixy may be restored to full health. Pray that He sustains Pixy through this health trial.
8/30 – Accomack requested prayers for his wife, who is hospitalized with babesiosis that advanced to hemolysis. She is anemic to begin with and won’t be discharged until her red blood count returns to normal.
9/1 Update Mrs. Accomack should be discharged on 9/2. Thank you for your prayers.
8/30 – The Walking Dude requested prayers for his mother, who fell and broke her hip. She is in the hospital, and will be in rehab for weeks/months? She is 90 years old. Please pray for her recovery. Thank you very much; he really appreciates the prayers.

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.
2 Corinthians 4:8-9
We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair, persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed.

Posted by: Misanthropic Humanitarian (ONT Cob Emeritus) at 07:27 AM

Comments

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1 Meh

Posted by: Gmac - WTF did you think was going to happen? at September 06, 2025 07:28 AM (5M/Mg)

2 Alright, I call the otters.

Posted by: Gmac - WTF did you think was going to happen? at September 06, 2025 07:30 AM (5M/Mg)

3
Her Majesty, Rosalind and The Big Dummy arrived home on Thursday, safe and sound. No hurricanes either. Thank you everyone for your good thoughts.

Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at September 06, 2025 07:30 AM (kkTda)

4 Good morning!

Let's smile & be happy & strike fear in the hearts of killjoy leftists everywhere.

Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 07:30 AM (u82oZ)

5
Stuck in the AI wallow, they are.

Posted by: Krebs v Carnot: Epic Battle of the Cycling Stars(TM) - Point&Laugh! Point&Laugh! Point&Laugh! [/i at September 06, 2025 07:30 AM (Tv15w)

6 Nooded.

Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 07:30 AM (u82oZ)

7
And tomorrow morning, HM will be taking off for the AKC Delegate meeting in Newark, returning Wednesday. So in a month, I will have seen her for two days.

Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at September 06, 2025 07:31 AM (kkTda)

8 Prayers ascending for those on the list and those of the Horde off the list in need of succor.

Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 07:31 AM (u82oZ)

9 Good morning Mis Hum and Horde

Posted by: Skip at September 06, 2025 07:32 AM (+qU29)

10 6 Nooded.
Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 07:30 AM (u82oZ)

You are a good man Salty Dog!

Posted by: Misanthropic Humanitarian Who Lives In The Thawed Out Tundra at September 06, 2025 07:32 AM (QXQ4l)

11 Misanthropic Humanitarian

That cartoon is spot on.

COVID-19 Wuhan and the ills associated with it comes from the Devil / Big Pharma.

Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 07:33 AM (u82oZ)

12 Misanthropic Humanitarian

We are blessed with your posts.

Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 07:34 AM (u82oZ)

13
Slept until nearly 6:00 this morning. That won't do. Honest folk should be up by 5:00.

Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at September 06, 2025 07:34 AM (kkTda)

14 Yonder Horde.

Yes.... knee pain. Know it well.

Posted by: Martini Farmer at September 06, 2025 07:35 AM (Q4IgG)

15 Hadrian the Seventh

Honest folk with dogs to care for should be up by 5:00.

Glad everyone made it home safe.

Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 07:36 AM (u82oZ)

16 Pixy Misa update:

Pixy has been on medication to reduce the water retention, and has shed many pounds in a short time, and has a creme to apply to the feet to help with the pain.

Both are helping a lot in short order. Things aren't fully back to normal yet, but there's been big progress, and a lot of relief from how bad it's gotten.

Thank you for your prayers, Horde. (I can't imagine this place without Pixy and the Tech Thread.)

Posted by: Grumpy and Recalcitrant at September 06, 2025 07:37 AM (O7YUW)

17 How can it be that it is Prayer Thread time and I am barely awake...
And posting later than NaCly

Posted by: Hrothgar at September 06, 2025 07:39 AM (hOUT3)

18 Grumpy and Recalcitrant

Thank you for that update. We have had a large number of wonderful Co-bloggers over the years (CBD's eclectic art selections notwithstanding).

I do not always understand Pixy, but the trend lines are very clear when he explains.

Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 07:40 AM (u82oZ)

19 Prayers up for those who have asked us for them;
Prayers up for those who need them but haven't asked us for them;
Prayers up for those that need them but don't know it yet;
Prayers up for those that pray alone in silence whose petitions are known only to God;
And bless all those that have sought Your wisdom, heard Your answers, and are trying to do Your will on this Earth!

Posted by: Hrothgar at September 06, 2025 07:40 AM (hOUT3)

20 Hrothgar

Bragging or complaining?

Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 07:40 AM (u82oZ)

21 @13

>>Slept until nearly 6:00 this morning. That won't do. Honest folk should be up by 5:00.

The truly motivated/get stuff done people get up at 4:30.

That's what time I've been getting up to be in NYC by 7am.

Hopefully I won't be having to do that for much longer.

Posted by: Thomas Bender at September 06, 2025 07:42 AM (XV/Pl)

22 12 Misanthropic Humanitarian

We are blessed with your posts.
Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 07:34 AM (u82oZ)

You are not blessed. But thank you for saying that.

If it wasn't for folks like you, i would be truly retired.

Posted by: Misanthropic Humanitarian Who Lives In The Thawed Out Tundra at September 06, 2025 07:42 AM (QXQ4l)

23 NaCly

Complaining!
But of course...

Posted by: Hrothgar at September 06, 2025 07:44 AM (hOUT3)

24 Hrothgar

What happened to your commissar appellation?

Are you paring down the rhetoric for Go Time?

Remember, we in the Horde employ plenty of people in Google, NSA, and FBI. They need a data center just to get all the in-jokes.

Head on a swivel, and OPSEC, OPSEC, OPSEC.

Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 07:44 AM (u82oZ)

25
The truly motivated/get stuff done people get up at 4:30.

I don't set an alarm except for Sunday morning at 4:20, but I'm a naturally early riser. The time between finishing morning chores (getting dressed, saying morning prayers, letting dogs in the house and kennel out, making coffee) and the sun coming up is my time. After that, there may be a million and a half things to do.

Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at September 06, 2025 07:45 AM (kkTda)

26 Hrothgar

Sam Dinsmoor (a Civil War veteran) remarried late in life. He was 81 and she was 22 at the time. They had two children. His son John was a Colonel in the United States Air Force and served in the Vietnam War.

Just saying.

Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 07:46 AM (u82oZ)

27 Conor is telling me it is high time for him to be allowed to go search for deer scat as a post breakfast treat.
How he can unerringly find a tiny spot of deer poop in a two acre field still amazes me!

Thanks to MisHum and Annie for this thread!

Posted by: Hrothgar at September 06, 2025 07:47 AM (hOUT3)

28 Morning, Horde...How goes it?

I want to thank the Horde for your prayers for me over the past few weeks as I've been going through a difficult time at work.

I can now announce that I will be moving to a NEW JOB starting on Monday, September 22.

Basically doing the same work for less pay, but I'll have a different boss and that makes all the difference.

Since I'll still be working at the same university, I get to keep all my benefits, so that's also a plus.

Posted by: "Perfessor" Squirrel at September 06, 2025 07:47 AM (IBQGV)

29 Was ready for a hot late summer weekend, outdoor stuff planned. Woke up and it’s raining, oh well new plans.

Posted by: Tom Servo at September 06, 2025 07:48 AM (BSY5a)

30 "Perfessor" Squirrel

I've been worried. Glad you are not out on the street. Hope this works out better for you.

People do not leave jobs. They leave bosses.

Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 07:49 AM (u82oZ)

31 Perfessor, that’s excellent news. Getting away from a bad boss is riches all by itself.

Posted by: Tom Servo at September 06, 2025 07:49 AM (BSY5a)

32 @25

>>I don't set an alarm except for Sunday morning at 4:20, but I'm a naturally early riser.

My biological alarm clock has a range between 530 and 700. Getting up at 430 is just a tad outside the range but it's manageable, the rare times I've gotten up after 700, I have this unshakable feeling that I've wasted the entire day.

Posted by: Thomas Bender at September 06, 2025 07:50 AM (XV/Pl)

33 "Perfessor" Squirrel

Hang on to that red Swingline stapler.

Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 07:51 AM (u82oZ)

34 Perfessor that's good news, stability is a good start

Posted by: Skip at September 06, 2025 07:52 AM (+qU29)

35 A warning related to last night’s recommended children’s book list:
The 2015 animated movie of the Little Prince story starts out with a stressed out little girl sneaking out of the house without her overbearing mother knowing. She hangs out with the elderly eccentric man next door who represents the pilot in the classic story.
Do you see the problem here?

Posted by: Fenderbender at September 06, 2025 07:52 AM (1FEc1)

36 First week of driving was... stressful. Things are starting to settle down now that we're past the first couple of days.

According to other drivers, the constant drip of changes to my route coming from up-stream won't settle down until the end of the month.

It'll get better. It'll get better. (Keep tellin' yourself that, Grumpy.) I'm worried that I'll never NEVER learn all the kids' names... There's so many of them on this new double-route I have this year.

Posted by: Grumpy and Recalcitrant at September 06, 2025 07:53 AM (O7YUW)

37 14
'Yes.... knee pain. Know it well.'

Going up a flight of stairs.

Posted by: Dr. Claw at September 06, 2025 07:54 AM (3wi/L)

38 With regards to knee pain, my new lament is why oh why did we not buy a ranch?

Posted by: Thomas Bender at September 06, 2025 07:56 AM (XV/Pl)

39 @28/"Perfessor" Squirrel:

Glory to God for keeping his hand on you and protecting you. May His name be praised!

A little less pay is nothing compared to not having the sword of Damocles hanging over your head.

Does this mean you'll be able to resume custodianship of the illustrious Sunday Morning Book Thread?

Posted by: Grumpy and Recalcitrant at September 06, 2025 07:56 AM (O7YUW)

40 Grumpy and Recalcitrant

Not learning the names is a good thing. You learn the troublemakers names first.

But after a month my students were dismayed that I could see the top of their head in the mirror and call them out.

Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 07:57 AM (u82oZ)

41 Glad to hear your good news Perfesser.

Posted by: Quarter Twenty at September 06, 2025 07:59 AM (XQo4F)

42 Does this mean you'll be able to resume custodianship of the illustrious Sunday Morning Book Thread?
Posted by: Grumpy and Recalcitrant at September 06, 2025 07:56 AM (O7YUW)
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That's not out of the question, but I want to settle into my new position first. I also have my teaching gig (extra pay!) which does cut into my available free time (less reading).

Posted by: "Perfessor" Squirrel at September 06, 2025 08:00 AM (IBQGV)

43 Glad to hear that you will have a different boss , Perfesser. Sorry about the lessened salary, but it's good that you can keep your benefits.

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at September 06, 2025 08:01 AM (UA9nQ)

44
But after a month my students were dismayed that I could see the top of their head in the mirror and call them out.
Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 07:57 AM (u82oZ)

Her Majesty and I worked as chaperones for the stepdaughter's high school band. We were given the trouble bus. One application of HM's glowering stare and whipcrack voice - "Sit down, that boy!" - that have been intimidating Borzoi for decades and peace reigned.

Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at September 06, 2025 08:02 AM (kkTda)

45 Glad to hear that you will have a different boss , Perfesser. Sorry about the lessened salary, but it's good that you can keep your benefits.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at September 06, 2025 08:01 AM (UA9nQ)
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From a practical standpoint, I can rejigger some things so that my take-home pay should be about the same, at least in the short term.

Posted by: "Perfessor" Squirrel at September 06, 2025 08:02 AM (IBQGV)

46 > The truly motivated/get stuff done people get up at 4:30.
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I'm retired now... a little over 5 1/2 years. But, for a while back in 2006-7 I'd get up at 4AM and drive 100 miles from Monterey, CA to Menlo Park up near San Francisco to work. Then do it again in reverse at 3PM.

Weekly.

Posted by: Martini Farmer at September 06, 2025 08:02 AM (Q4IgG)

47 People do not leave jobs. They leave bosses.
Posted by: NaCly Dog
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Very true. I love my work, but every single meeting with my so-called superior is a humiliating kick in the crotch.

Posted by: Biff Pocoroba at September 06, 2025 08:03 AM (XvL8K)

48 It has been a while since I updated my son's status. He has pancreatic cancer at the age of 36. He just finished his 6th round of chemo. I don't know what happens next. Please pray that we will know God is in control and the my son and daughter-inlaw know He is there for them.

Posted by: tbodie Lurker. Unless you are reading this. at September 06, 2025 08:04 AM (CETNz)

49
Happy your situation has resolved, Perfesser, even at a cost. Mental health is worth more. Abusive bosses suck mud.

Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at September 06, 2025 08:04 AM (kkTda)

50 @40/NaCly Dog: Y'know, you're right. And every time I picked up a new route last year*, it was the troublemakers' names I learned first.

{*} Because for whatever reason the office seems determined to bounce me around to another one right when I get settled in and comfortable, and many drivers that had had routes for years got switched around this year. There is ... much unhappiness about this.

Posted by: Grumpy and Recalcitrant at September 06, 2025 08:05 AM (O7YUW)

51 Prayers for all the Horde in neede.

And prayers for the little girl Sophia, 12, still fighting for her life with a bullet in her brain because of that trans paycho in MN

Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at September 06, 2025 08:07 AM (7/NKC)

52 Posted by: "Perfessor" Squirrel at September 06, 2025 08:02 AM (IBQGV)

That's good.

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at September 06, 2025 08:07 AM (rYs1b)

53 Perfesser, sorry about the pay cut, but I pray your new boss is good to work with.

Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at September 06, 2025 08:10 AM (7/NKC)

54 tbodie, I will pray for your son
hugs

Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at September 06, 2025 08:11 AM (7/NKC)

55 Yes; I believe God has a sense of humor. The writer of this bit does as well:

https://tinyurl.com/5893sr54

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at September 06, 2025 08:11 AM (rYs1b)

56 And rotten bosses create the temptation to bitch about it to spouses and you can trust, which is not healthy.

Posted by: Biff Pocoroba at September 06, 2025 08:14 AM (XvL8K)

57 Posted by: tbodie Lurker. Unless you are reading this. at September 06, 2025 08:04 AM (CETNz

Gosh; Sixth round of chemo. That is so very much to go through. I will pray for your son and those that love him.

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at September 06, 2025 08:15 AM (rYs1b)

58 26 NaCly

81 and unvaccinated, right!

Posted by: Hrothgar at September 06, 2025 08:16 AM (hOUT3)

59 Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at September 06, 2025 08:02 AM (kkTda)

That is a funny story. Thanks!

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at September 06, 2025 08:17 AM (rYs1b)

60 Churches and local communities provide their own meals on wheels. The "major cuts" in Medicare remove the illegals and those able but unwilling to work so it can function better for those who need it. Simple, responsible, moral stewardship.

Posted by: Ordinary American at September 06, 2025 08:18 AM (UseAb)

61 @44/Hadrian the Seventh: "... One application of HM's glowering stare and whipcrack voice - "Sit down, that boy!" - that have been intimidating Borzoi for decades and peace reigned."

Ah, the Sergeant Major voice. *pointing and yelling* "THAT MAN!!" (and at that moment, you couldn't have fit an American Express card between the cheeks of any man's arse on that parade square.)

I wasn't military, but I had a lot of friends who were, and wow did they have stories.

In one retelling, there was someone who was such a constant screwup, and managed to so horrifically cock things up, that the Sergeant Major sent the man to face the RSM (Regimental Sergeant Major) who apparently greeted the soldier by saying, "I gather the Sergeant Major couldn't think of a nasty enough punishment for you, so he sent you to me." And then the RSM let out the most disturbing, loud, and sudden bark of a laugh that the soldier must have felt the full weight of doom upon him.

Posted by: Grumpy and Recalcitrant at September 06, 2025 08:18 AM (O7YUW)

62 Good morning, y'all

GOOD NEWS!

Nationwide Childrens Hooospital in Columbus, OH has announced it will be ending all gender treatments on children as of Sept 26.

https://is.gd/cFKjsz

OH legislature passed bill in 2023 banning all so-called "gender affirming care" in minors. Gov. DeWine vetoed the bill. The legislature overrode the veto. An appeals court ruled the bill unconstitutional (under the Ohio constitution) on the grounds that it infringed oon parental rights to choose and guide the healthcare of their children. In July, the Ohio supreme court allowed the ban to remain in effect while they consider the case. A final ruling has not been made but the C-bus children's hospital has stuck their finger in the wind decided to phase out its pediatric gender program. Begrudgingly, it seems, but they ARE shutting it down, and I'll take that as a good thing

"Gender-affirming care" = Delusion validating abuse

Posted by: muldoon at September 06, 2025 08:19 AM (/iMjX)

63 Hrothgar

Right! You got this.

Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 08:19 AM (u82oZ)

64
My last boss was so bad I was almost relieved to be fired. Every day I was told I had no idea how to read, how to write, how to talk, how to listen and how to think. That wouldn't have been so bad if he was actually interested in improving me, but he said he had no time for that.

Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at September 06, 2025 08:20 AM (kkTda)

65 Because for whatever reason the office seems determined to bounce me around ... and many drivers that had had routes for years got switched around this year. There is ... much unhappiness about this.

This happens in other industries too. For example, in the assisted living space. No one, even the paying patients like this.

Management is probably full of people without one bit of empathy. Ironically, without understanding or caring about other people, the advantage over having AI replace that manager's role is gone.

Posted by: Unknown Drip Under Pressure at September 06, 2025 08:20 AM (a4flb)

66 People do not leave jobs. They leave bosses.
Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 07:49 AM (u82oZ)

So true. I did in July of last year. Dude was a mess and would not shut the hell up. Would talk over you, around you, while you were on the phone, behind the bathroom door as you were taking a piss. Nutjob.

In my exit interview I told them to fire his ass and I'd come back. He walked off the job and here I am, just started back 2 weeks ago. Doesn't hurt they offered me a 12% increase.

Posted by: jsg at September 06, 2025 08:21 AM (7Kd+r)

67 Good morning Horde. Thx MisHum. We have a slim chance of tornadoes here in the mid Hudson this afternoon. Definite thunderstorms. We need the rain because the state is screaming about potential forest fires. State must need federal emergency money

Posted by: Smell the Glove at September 06, 2025 08:22 AM (Ah2Jt)

68 The "major cuts" in Medicare remove the illegals and those able but unwilling to work so it can function better for those who need it. Simple, responsible, moral stewardship.

The mark of rot and decay of a society is the amount of people who rely on Medicaid. That is why I'm behind mass deportation and MAHA - treats the causes, not the symptoms.

Medicare is evil in that it is mandatory, regardless of income at 65 or older. They want to reduce the cost of Medicare, then quit making it mandatory.

Posted by: Unknown Drip Under Pressure at September 06, 2025 08:26 AM (a4flb)

69 @63/muldoon: { "Gender-affirming care" = Delusion validating abuse }

Sinking to the level of the evil perpetrated by Josef Mengele.

Posted by: Grumpy and Recalcitrant at September 06, 2025 08:26 AM (O7YUW)

70 Have a great day, everyone.

May there be a spring in your step and a twinkle in your eyes.

Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 08:27 AM (u82oZ)

71 At the neighborhood coffee shop we went to yesterday, there were numerous signs posted, mostly featuring crawfish and Nawlins things. But there was one:

TRY TO TAKE OVER THE WORLD
BUT FIRST
COFFEE

On the other hand, there was a notice at the counter apologizing for their coffee price increases, and saying outright (not even implying) that the price increases were due to tariffs. Yes, set in bold like that.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at September 06, 2025 08:32 AM (omVj0)

72 Since this is a place to give thanks and affirm the power of prayer, which I sincerely believe is real, alive, and present in our lives (if we let it be), I thought I would share some personal good news with you all.

So, yesterday I had a follow up visit with my cardiologist and he said that I should probably see him again in six months, which I took as very positive news.

Posted by: Hrothgar, "The" Hrothgar at September 06, 2025 08:32 AM (hOUT3)

73 Bean counters have taken over the telecom industry. And it shows.

Posted by: Mr Aspirin Factory, red heifer owner at September 06, 2025 08:33 AM (5+Y60)

74 Posted by: Hrothgar, "The" Hrothgar at September 06, 2025 08:32 AM (hOUT3)

Thanks for letting us know. Praise the Lord!

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at September 06, 2025 08:34 AM (rjFy0)

75 @67/jsg: "...He walked off the job and here I am, just started back 2 weeks ago. Doesn't hurt they offered me a 12% increase."

This kind of thing doesn't happen often, but I'm always happy to hear when it does. Congratulations!

Posted by: Grumpy and Recalcitrant at September 06, 2025 08:34 AM (O7YUW)

76 Hrothgar, hallelujah.

Posted by: Ben Had at September 06, 2025 08:35 AM (mFSH6)

77 no idea how to read, how to write, how to talk, how to listen and how to think. That wouldn't have been so bad if he was actually interested in improving me, but he said he had no time for that.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at September 06, 2025

***
I had one at a dysfunctional company who never gave me even that much criticism. One Monday morning he marched me upstairs -- and then didn't even have the guts to fire me himself, but had the company owner's secretary do it. I told her, in his presence, "Don't trust this man." As we were going out, I swerved into the conference room where the regular Monday morning meeting was gathering, announced he'd just fired me, added, "Don't trust him," and strode out. With a strong sense of freedom!

I found another job within a month. Later I heard that my sneaky supervisor had been fired . . . by his own replacement.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at September 06, 2025 08:36 AM (omVj0)

78 Good Saturday morning, horde.

Prayers said for those on the list, and the rest of you, too.

Special prayers for those who have recently lost loved ones. May you find comfort in fond memories.

Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at September 06, 2025 08:36 AM (h7ZuX)

79 Thanks to the moron who tipped me off about La Llave espresso. At least as good as Bustelo, and only five bucks a brick.

Posted by: Dr. Varno at September 06, 2025 08:37 AM (cz6IV)

80 76 Ben Had
Hopefully there is still a reserved space for me at TX MoMe-X!

Posted by: Hrothgar, at September 06, 2025 08:38 AM (hOUT3)

81 "Very true. I love my work, but every single meeting with my so-called superior is a humiliating kick in the crotch."

Do The secretaries pout and preen like Cheap tarts in a red light street?

Posted by: pawn at September 06, 2025 08:38 AM (PmITa)

82 My biological alarm clock has a range between 530 and 700. Getting up at 430 is just a tad outside the range but it's manageable, the rare times I've gotten up after 700, I have this unshakable feeling that I've wasted the entire day.
Posted by: Thomas Bender at September 06, 2025

***
+100

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at September 06, 2025 08:39 AM (omVj0)

83 @77/Wolfus Aurelius: "... I swerved into the conference room where the regular Monday morning meeting was gathering, announced he'd just fired me, added, "Don't trust him," and strode out."

What you did was akin to kicking the pebble that starts the unstoppable avalanche.

Nicely played.

Posted by: Grumpy and Recalcitrant at September 06, 2025 08:40 AM (O7YUW)

84 Hrothgar, absolutely, dear friend.

Posted by: Ben Had at September 06, 2025 08:40 AM (mFSH6)

85 Perfessor, good news! Working at a university can be exasperating, but there's this: With even a little bit on the ball, you can look like a genius compared to a lot of other employees there!

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at September 06, 2025 08:40 AM (omVj0)

86 27
How he can unerringly find a tiny spot of deer poop in a two acre field still amazes me!

Posted by: Hrothgar at September 06, 2025 07:47 AM (hOUT3)

I laugh, because Tank is his kin. I really do not understand dogs sometimes.

Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at September 06, 2025 08:41 AM (h7ZuX)

87 @82/Wolfus Aurelius: "+100"

Is that you typing, or your furry thugs? ;-)

Speaking of which, furry thugs update?

Posted by: Grumpy and Recalcitrant at September 06, 2025 08:41 AM (O7YUW)

88 Morning morons. I have a lot of firewood to make this morning before the rains start.

Posted by: Muad'dib at September 06, 2025 08:42 AM (kpLzV)

89 Maud'dib, how very good it is to see you. I have missed hearing from you.

Posted by: Ben Had at September 06, 2025 08:44 AM (mFSH6)

90 Wolfus Aurelius: "... I swerved into the conference room where the regular Monday morning meeting was gathering, announced he'd just fired me, added, "Don't trust him," and strode out."

What you did was akin to kicking the pebble that starts the unstoppable avalanche.

Nicely played.
Posted by: Grumpy and Recalcitrant at September 06, 2025

***
Thanks, G & R. I figured I had nothing to lose. I would not be surprised to hear that many other staffers found new jobs quickly after I left.

The place was already dysfunctional, as I said. The owner, for instance, set up a rule that nothing was to show above the top of your cubicle -- not even your hat while it dried from the snow. One day one of the programmers went ballistic and had to be walked out by Security.

The company appears to still be in business; at least it has a presence on the Web. Maybe the original founder/owner has retired and sanity has crept in.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at September 06, 2025 08:44 AM (omVj0)

91 Hey Sis! How are you?

Posted by: Muad'dib at September 06, 2025 08:45 AM (kpLzV)

92 Take care all, I am off to spend some quality time at Costco!

Posted by: Hrothgar, The Hrothgar at September 06, 2025 08:46 AM (hOUT3)

93 /Wolfus Aurelius: "+100"

Is that you typing, or your furry thugs? ;-)

Speaking of which, furry thugs update?
Posted by: Grumpy and Recalcitrant at September 06, 2025

***
'Tis I! Stirling and Dagny did not wake me early today; I fed them at five. Just now the big black one was ensconced in the middle of my unmade bed, while little gray Dagny was settled in her window. Now they are both out here playing around their crinkle tunnel.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at September 06, 2025 08:46 AM (omVj0)

94 Maud'dib, I am well and hope the same for you and yours.

Posted by: Ben Had at September 06, 2025 08:47 AM (mFSH6)

95 We are all good here. The grands all started back to school this week. Got 2 in football and 2 in cross country.

Posted by: Muad'dib at September 06, 2025 08:48 AM (kpLzV)

96 Thanks to the moron who tipped me off about La Llave espresso. At least as good as Bustelo, and only five bucks a brick.
Posted by: Dr. Varno at September 06, 2025

***
There is also Cafe Morro at Aldi. $3.25 a brick. Each is only 8.8 oz., but you can buy two of them, totaling almost 18 oz., for the $6.50 you'd pay for their 12 oz. French Roast and other blends. And the espresso roast I use more lightly than I would even a dark roast, so it lasts a bit longer.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at September 06, 2025 08:48 AM (omVj0)

97 Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Oh my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell. Lead all souls to heaven, especially those most in need of Thy mercy. Amen.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 08:49 AM (ZOv7s)

98
Congrats, Perfessor!

Keeping your bennies is a nice bonus, even if the pay's a bit less. That will march up over time anyway.

Welcome back to the Working Week!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJTIIfhk2k4

Posted by: naturalfake at September 06, 2025 08:51 AM (iJfKG)

99 My next to last posting was a nightmare. I loved the location, but the staff were assholes... mostly the onsite supervisor, who wasn't technically MY supervisor. When my wife and I found work back east, closer to home, I put in my 2 weeks notice with MY supervisor, but told none of the assholes. That's MY supervisor's role.

He didn't tell them.

I was the only person at the lab who had a clue about the IT infrastructure; configurations, passwords, backups, external connections... everything.

A co-worker there who I did get along with told me afterwards things went to shit. The lab closed a couple years later.

Posted by: Martini Farmer at September 06, 2025 08:52 AM (Q4IgG)

100 Mornin' Horde! 6 sessions of radiation down, apparently well tolerated, no extra limbs or strange powers. Life, such as it is, goes on.

Posted by: Brother Tim sez at September 06, 2025 08:52 AM (Vq45t)

101 >>Morning morons. I have a lot of firewood to make this morning before the rains start.

I was just thinking about you the other day. Stop being a stranger.

Posted by: JackStraw at September 06, 2025 08:52 AM (viF8m)

102 Almost time for me to head out to wash the car, gas up, hit the Walmart, and then . . .? I intend to drive back by a different route, through a section of the metro area which bills itself as "the only town in America whose name makes a complete sentence." Maybe there will be interesting things to see.

Tonight I also need to screw my courage to the sticking place and tell Miss Linda I plan to drive up to Indiana later this month. I've been putting it off because I know what the reaction will be: negative. But I have to do it, and to make the scouting drive.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at September 06, 2025 08:53 AM (omVj0)

103 Perfessor, good news! Working at a university can be exasperating, but there's this: With even a little bit on the ball, you can look like a genius compared to a lot of other employees there!
Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere at September 06, 2025 08:40 AM (omVj0)
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Yep. I've been helping faculty set up their courses for the past few weeks. Lots of great comments about the terrific service I've been providing.

I suspect there will be some wailing and gnashing of teeth once it's been announced I've moved to a different department.

It definitely won't reflect well on the boss I'm leaving.

Posted by: "Perfessor" Squirrel at September 06, 2025 08:56 AM (IBQGV)

104 Churches and local communities provide their own meals on wheels. The "major cuts" in Medicare remove the illegals and those able but unwilling to work so it can function better for those who need it. Simple, responsible, moral stewardship.
Posted by: Ordinary American at September 06, 2025 08:18 AM (UseAb)
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The entire Dem strategy is to lie and when that lie is exposed, move onto a different lie.

It isn't working, and that's why they started cheating. If we ran honest elections, I don't think Obama would have had a second term. That was where they figured how to make big shifts in vote tallies.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 08:56 AM (ZOv7s)

105 Mornin' Horde! 6 sessions of radiation down, apparently well tolerated, no extra limbs or strange powers. Life, such as it is, goes on.
Posted by: Brother Tim sez at September 06, 2025 08:52 AM (Vq45t)
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That's good news!

I've been playing Fallout 4, where radiation treatments are nearly guaranteed to lead to extra limbs or strange powers.

Posted by: "Perfessor" Squirrel at September 06, 2025 08:57 AM (IBQGV)

106 It definitely won't reflect well on the boss I'm leaving.
Posted by: "Perfessor" Squirrel at September 06, 2025 08:56 AM (IBQGV)
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Job losses/reassignments are often blessings in disguise. I used to comment that the best thing one of my employers did was hire me while I was unemployed and the second best was fire me, so that I could land a much better job with twice the pay.

Funny how things work out sometimes.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 08:59 AM (ZOv7s)

107 6 sessions of radiation down, apparently well tolerated, no extra limbs or strange powers. Life, such as it is, goes on.
Posted by: Brother Tim sez at September 06, 2025 08:52 AM (Vq45t)

Good news. Still praying that you find a stable housing situation, too.

Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at September 06, 2025 09:00 AM (h7ZuX)

108 Prayers up for all the Horde's intentions. Those asked and unasked.

Posted by: olddog in mo at September 06, 2025 09:00 AM (xyVUR)

109 I've been playing Fallout 4, where radiation treatments are nearly guaranteed to lead to extra limbs or strange powers.
Posted by: "Perfessor" Squirrel at September 06, 2025 08:57 AM (IBQGV)
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Alternatively, spider senses!

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 09:00 AM (ZOv7s)

110 Isaiah 53:5
“But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds, we are healed.”

Posted by: r hennigantx at September 06, 2025 09:01 AM (gbOdA)

111 In late '21 my management chain was bullying pregnant employees into a medical procedure they didn't want in order to keep their jobs.

I haven't forgotten.

They lost all of my respect.
Retirement draweth nigh.

Posted by: Quarter Twenty at September 06, 2025 09:01 AM (XQo4F)

112 The price of the coffee I drink went up about a dollar
Considering that makes it about 30 cents a cup I'll bear up some how.

Posted by: Ben Had at September 06, 2025 09:02 AM (mFSH6)

113 On the other hand, there was a notice at the counter apologizing for their coffee price increases, and saying outright (not even implying) that the price increases were due to tariffs. Yes, set in bold like that.

----------

To be fair, Juan Valdez and his donkey can only be expected to absorb so much of the additional cost.

Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at September 06, 2025 09:04 AM (dDmld)

114 A lot of awful people end up as supervisors simply because they want it more. Much of life is just about showing up, and people who push their way into stuff become an easy choice because a lot of folks just want to do their job and do it well, and don't enjoy bossing others around.

I figured this out in the military, where I realized that the people focus solely on checking boxes and advancing their career whizz past the actual workers, and so I made a deliberate effort to indulge in shameless self-promotion and as a result, made rank quite quickly. I would have risen higher but for physical disqualifications (imperfect vision and hearing), and then Covid happened and that was it.

I like was the Secretary of War is doing in cutting out the box-checking credentialism.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 09:04 AM (ZOv7s)

115 I try not to look at coffee price increases as it is still cheaper than bail

Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at September 06, 2025 09:04 AM (nLlkW)

116 Say a prayer. Coast Guard helicopters flying low and slow over the coast. Very likely looking for someone.

Posted by: IrishEi at September 06, 2025 09:06 AM (3ImbR)

117 On workplaces - I love jy job and like my coworkers. I have been trying to reflect on how to ethically approach work stuff that I don't condone, and the proper attitude toward coworkers that bring wokism to work.

I know it starts with more prayer.

Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at September 06, 2025 09:08 AM (nLlkW)

118 This week, I became a man

Posted by: Spartacus Booker at September 06, 2025 09:08 AM (YEi31)

119 vmom, hahaha.

Posted by: Ben Had at September 06, 2025 09:08 AM (mFSH6)

120 I made a deliberate effort to indulge in shameless self-promotion and as a result, made rank quite quickly.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 09:04 AM (ZOv7s)

This is exactly why I've never amounted to much. I just can't care that much. Heh.

Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at September 06, 2025 09:09 AM (h7ZuX)

121 115 I try not to look at coffee price increases as it is still cheaper than bail
Posted by: vmom deport deport deport

*snort!

Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at September 06, 2025 09:10 AM (h7ZuX)

122 Leavin' OCMD today. Having breakfast at The General. I miss the no bullshit Russian waitress, Lana, who used to work here. Long drive to western MD today then home tomorrow. Kittehs waiting.

Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo at September 06, 2025 09:11 AM (otEGx)

123 What a very different life I have had. The only "boss" I have had is my obligation to do the very best for my customers. I thank G-d every day for the gifts he has bestowed to me.

Posted by: Ben Had at September 06, 2025 09:12 AM (mFSH6)

124
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 08:59 AM (ZOv7s)

Ah, Herr Lloyd. You made a good point last week about going to Confession. I do not deny that people can have great spiritual difficulties and may need to take more time.

On the other hand, the time period set for Confessions is usually limited and a lot of people are waiting. Perhaps a difficult or complicated situation could be handled by special appointment.

Fr. Z's 20 Tips for Making a Good Confession

https://tinyurl.com/yd6td7f6

Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at September 06, 2025 09:13 AM (kkTda)

125 The "major cuts" in Medicare remove the illegals and those able but unwilling to work so it can function better for those who need it. Simple, responsible, moral stewardship
===================
Do you mean Medicaid, not Medicare? I believe that was the program adjusted to eliminate illegals and require able bodied work.

Posted by: Spartacus Booker at September 06, 2025 09:14 AM (Q9azA)

126 Good morning good people. Prayers for all Hordian intentions - those requested and those known but to God.

This is exactly why I've never amounted to much. I just can't care that much. Heh.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs!

Nonsense! Sometimes our greatest accomplishments hide from our view of ourselves as we do them every day and thus, they become routine .

Posted by: Tonypete at September 06, 2025 09:14 AM (cYBz/)

127 >>This is exactly why I've never amounted to much

Silly thing to say. There are a whole bunch of people here happy to see you.

That's what life is all about.

Posted by: JackStraw at September 06, 2025 09:14 AM (viF8m)

128 116 Say a prayer. Coast Guard helicopters flying low and slow over the coast. Very likely looking for someone.
Posted by: IrishEi at September 06, 2025 09:06 AM

+++
FlightAware shows at least a dozen off of Louisiana.
Is that what you're referring to or is that the normal traffic to service oil rigs?

Posted by: Quarter Twenty at September 06, 2025 09:14 AM (XQo4F)

129 Good morning good friends. I just wanted to let you all know how much I love you guys and how much this place has meant to me over many many years. I am being measured in days and weeks now, and soon I will go to that place that Jesus has prepared for me. I will miss you oh so much. Much love.

Posted by: grammie winger - cheesehead at September 06, 2025 09:15 AM (SfhV1)

130 sock removal and disposal in appropriate bin

Posted by: Huck Follywood at September 06, 2025 09:15 AM (Q9azA)

131 Oh goodness grammie, how I will miss you. A will pray for you today.

Posted by: Huck Follywood at September 06, 2025 09:16 AM (Q9azA)

132 grammie, into your Father's loving hands. I will celebrate your life.

Posted by: Ben Had at September 06, 2025 09:17 AM (mFSH6)

133 To be fair, Juan Valdez and his donkey can only be expected to absorb so much of the additional cost.
Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at September 06, 2025 09:04 AM (dDmld)

Juan and his donkey now have matching Cybertrucks to go up and down the mountain.

Posted by: r hennigantx at September 06, 2025 09:17 AM (gbOdA)

134 Perfessor - congrats on the new gig, and being able to keep the same benefits. I have a friend who is set to retire next year from a university that I believe is just down the road from you, and he is counting the seconds until he can leave the madness.

Posted by: PabloD at September 06, 2025 09:18 AM (KXWAV)

135 Godspeed grammie.

Posted by: Quarter Twenty at September 06, 2025 09:19 AM (XQo4F)

136 grammie -

You are one of my oldest and best grey box friends. I will always hold you in my heart.

Posted by: JackStraw at September 06, 2025 09:20 AM (viF8m)

137 FlightAware shows at least a dozen off of Louisiana.
Is that what you're referring to or is that the normal traffic to service oil rigs?
Posted by: Quarter Twenty at September 06, 2025 09:14 AM (XQo4F)
~~~~~

No, Jersey coast. It's been going on all summer--nearly once a week. People insist on swimming outside of lifeguard hours and piffle at rip tide reports.

Posted by: IrishEi at September 06, 2025 09:20 AM (3ImbR)

138 Take care all, I am off to spend some quality time at Costco!
Posted by: Hrothgar

I can barely stand to shop there anymore. Ours is always so crowded, from opening to closing, that one can scarcely move through the aisles. Parking is also a nightmare.

Posted by: Tonypete at September 06, 2025 09:20 AM (cYBz/)

139 The major cuts in medicare and social security has left me stacking bodies over here! Trump is so heartless! He is not welcome in my State where my brother is now my sister and heshe looks like Danny Devito in drag!

Posted by: JBabyback Ribs Pritzker, Fat Yankee democrat at September 06, 2025 09:21 AM (R/m4+)

140 Thanks for the Coffee Thread and Prayer Revival, Mis Hum and Annie!

Prayers up for all of God's children.

And may God continue to bless the U.S.A. and Israel.

Posted by: Legally Sufficient at September 06, 2025 09:22 AM (kB9dk)

141 Oh grammie, my heart is so very sad at this news. I've been thinking about you and praying for you. You are very much loved by me and I know I'm not alone in thinking that. You're a very special lady to all of us here and I will continue my prayers for your well-being and solace.

Posted by: Lady in Black at September 06, 2025 09:22 AM (qBdHI)

142 PANCREATIC CANCER (post #1 of 2) ... An October 2024 DailyMail article (https://tinyurl.com/mppwx9wj) discusses a male pancreatic cancer patient (age early 50s) previously given 6-12 months to live but is now in remission, thanks to traditional chemotherapy followed by experimental treatments. The experimental treatments -- performed at the Williams Cancer Institute in California – involved "cryoablation" whereby a small metal probe was inserted through the skin and into the tumor, after which extremely cold gasses were released directly into the mass to kill its cells. The second step involved using "intratumoral immunotherapy" in which drugs were injected directly into a tumor to trigger an immune response. Two drugs were used in this treatment: YERVOY, which stimulates white blood cells to attack the cancer; and OPDIVO, which helps immune cells to recognize and destroy cancer cells. [continued]

Posted by: Kathy at September 06, 2025 09:23 AM (qpw89)

143 Nonsense! Sometimes our greatest accomplishments hide from our view of ourselves as we do them every day and thus, they become routine .

Posted by: Tonypete

Silly thing to say. There are a whole bunch of people here happy to see you.

That's what life is all about.
Posted by: JackStraw

Man. You guys are the best, and kind. Thanks!

Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at September 06, 2025 09:23 AM (h7ZuX)

144 PANCREATIC CANCER (post #2 of 2) ... The Oct.2024 DailyMail article discusses just one patient. However, a June 2025 update includes results of a study on SEVERAL people who had positive results from this experimental treatment. Unfortunately, the updated article is behind a paywall for me because I've reached my limit of freebies. But you might be able to track down and read the updated DailyMail article using the info below:

TITLE: 'Holy grail' cancer therapy gives terminally ill men new hope in major breakthrough
PUBLISHED: June 2, 2025
BY: Luke Andrews, Senior Health Reporter for DailyMail.com

Posted by: Kathy at September 06, 2025 09:24 AM (qpw89)

145 I am being measured in days and weeks now, and soon I will go to that place that Jesus has prepared for me. I will miss you oh so much. Much love.
Posted by: grammie winger - cheesehead at September 06, 2025 09:15 AM (SfhV1)

Oh, grammie. We all love you so much.

Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at September 06, 2025 09:25 AM (h7ZuX)

146 Dear grammie, I am so very sorry to hear this. Your kindness and good humor are what makes this place special. We will miss you so much.

Posted by: IrishEi at September 06, 2025 09:27 AM (3ImbR)

147 > Leavin' OCMD today. Having breakfast at The General. I miss the no bullshit Russian waitress, Lana, who used to work here. Long drive to western MD today then home tomorrow. Kittehs waiting.
Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo
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How is OC these days? When I lived in MD we used to go there about every other weekend during the summer, spend the night in some dump or sleep in our cars until roused by the cops. Then move somewhere else.

Food was pretty good... cheap, so was the beer.

Later in life my parents bought a house there and used it as a summer rental. We'd go and use it when out of season... the weather was still pretty nice in Sept - Oct.

Posted by: Martini Farmer at September 06, 2025 09:27 AM (Q4IgG)

148
We pray for you daily, granmie.

Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at September 06, 2025 09:28 AM (kkTda)

149 More 1st WP, sanded bathroom ceiling, now need to touch up spots to get ready to paint

Posted by: Skip at September 06, 2025 09:28 AM (+qU29)

150 Just finishing up coffee #1, and seriously considering a trip to my usual breakfast spot whenever I'm in the mood for all things chicken-fried and covered in gravy.

Posted by: PabloD at September 06, 2025 09:29 AM (KXWAV)

151 https://www.americanthinker.com/the power of thoughts and prayers
https://tinyurl.com/y2p6nwd8

Posted by: Skip at September 06, 2025 09:30 AM (+qU29)

152 Costco.
Nobody shops there anymore.
It's too crowded.

Posted by: Quarter Twenty at September 06, 2025 09:30 AM (XQo4F)

153 Grammie, I will miss you, too. I look forward to meeting you someday in Heaven. Much love, and may the Lord carry you through.

Posted by: Emmie at September 06, 2025 09:30 AM (FMtrg)

154 grammie winger - cheesehead at September 06, 2025 09:15 AM (SfhV1)

Prayers for you and your family. Wishing you eternal happiness.

Posted by: dantesed at September 06, 2025 09:30 AM (Oy/m2)

155 grammie, you have been a big part of what makes this place so special for all of us. I shall pray for you and for the Rev and the rest of your family.

Posted by: Debby Doberman Schultz at September 06, 2025 09:31 AM (0nHVk)

156 I believe God has a sense of humor. The writer of this bit does as well:

https://tinyurl.com/5893sr54
Posted by: FenelonSpoke

As dry and humorless an explanation as I've ever seen Fen.
God does have a dry sense of humor.

Posted by: From about That Time at September 06, 2025 09:31 AM (n4GiU)

157 Prayers for the Horde and their loved ones in need. Brother Tim, grammie Winger and all of those oill special prayers are sent

Posted by: Smell the Glove at September 06, 2025 09:31 AM (Ah2Jt)

158 129 Good morning good friends. I just wanted to let you all know how much I love you guys and how much this place has meant to me over many many years. I am being measured in days and weeks now, and soon I will go to that place that Jesus has prepared for me. I will miss you oh so much. Much love.
Posted by: grammie winger

(((Grammie)))

"GRANT unto us, Lord Jesus, ever to follow the example of Thy Holy Family, that in the hour of our death Thy glorious Virgin Mother together with blessed Joseph may come to meet us and we may be worthily received by Thee into Thy everlasting dwelling place: Who livest and reignest forever and ever. Amen."

Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at September 06, 2025 09:34 AM (gDlxJ)

159 3) Running with sharp objects? No here Bucko. Take it somewhere else.

That's why I carry a mace.

Posted by: tankdemon at September 06, 2025 09:34 AM (jfvTO)

160
grammie, that is indeed sad news. I will pray for you and rev.

Posted by: Krebs v Carnot: Epic Battle of the Cycling Stars(TM) - Point&Laugh! Point&Laugh! Point&Laugh! [/i at September 06, 2025 09:35 AM (Tv15w)

161 grammie winger. Prayers to you and yours. You've always been such a sweet breath of fresh air in this weird Horde world.

Posted by: Mikey Alpha Kilo, Allegedly Pissed Off at September 06, 2025 09:36 AM (0aYVJ)

162 Love to Grammie.

Posted by: Northernlurker , Maple Syrup MAGA at September 06, 2025 09:38 AM (kTd/k)

163 Do you mean Medicaid, not Medicare? I believe that was the program adjusted to eliminate illegals and require able bodied work.
Posted by: Spartacus Booker at September 06, 2025 09:14 AM (Q9azA)

Yes, my mistake.

Posted by: Ordinary American at September 06, 2025 09:38 AM (UseAb)

164 Good morning! I just returned from a Rhine River and Italy trip. I lit a candle and said a prayer for all of the Horde at the cathedral in Como. You are all so special to me. Grammie, I will continue to pray for you. Godspeed!

Posted by: Moonbeam at September 06, 2025 09:42 AM (rbKZ6)

165 Oh grammie, I am heartbroken. I didn't know. I am going to miss you so very much, as I know everyone will. You were one of the main reasons I got up the nerve to start commenting here.

I know your beautiful faith has prepared you well for what is to come. Jesus will be there to receive you, and we down here will mourn for our loss, but rejoice for your soul to be at peace. But I will still be unbelievably sad, as I am right now on learning this news.

God bless and keep you, and may He keep your family close too.

Posted by: bluebell at September 06, 2025 09:42 AM (P/Jb0)

166 grammie winger - cheesehead at September 06, 2025 09:15 AM

Prayers

Posted by: Thomas Paine at September 06, 2025 09:44 AM (0U5gm)

167 God bless you, grammie.

Posted by: Mr Aspirin Factory, red heifer owner at September 06, 2025 09:44 AM (E6GUW)

168 God be with you, grammie.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 09:47 AM (ZOv7s)

169 Prayers for you, grammie, and your family.

The Horde will be lessened by your absence.

Posted by: "Perfessor" Squirrel at September 06, 2025 09:47 AM (IBQGV)

170 Posted by: grammie winger - cheesehead at September 06, 2025 09:15 AM (SfhV1)

Grammie.. I will continue prayers for you... I've"known" you in these boxes since you were Mamawinger.... Miracles do happen and I will pray for that...

Posted by: It's me donna at September 06, 2025 09:48 AM (VE6XX)

171 I try not to look at coffee price increases as it is still cheaper than bail
Posted by: vmom

*********

Snort!

Posted by: muldoon at September 06, 2025 09:49 AM (/iMjX)

172 Prayers for you, Grammie. God bless.

Posted by: thatcrazyjerseyguy at September 06, 2025 09:51 AM (5xuJ/)

173 Good morning all.
Late but had to catch up with everyone.
Somuch good news and so much really tough news. So glad we have a place to share life's triumphs and troubles because in real life, it is really hard. Most of the time when people ask How ae you, they don't really want to know.

Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at September 06, 2025 09:51 AM (t/2Uw)

174 {{{grammie}}} We all love you so very dearly. Prayers for you and yours.

Posted by: screaming in digital at September 06, 2025 09:52 AM (16V99)

175 Ah, Herr Lloyd. You made a good point last week about going to Confession. I do not deny that people can have great spiritual difficulties and may need to take more time.

On the other hand, the time period set for Confessions is usually limited and a lot of people are waiting. Perhaps a difficult or complicated situation could be handled by special appointment.

Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at September 06, 2025 09:13 AM (kkTda)
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Circumstances worked out that I ended up fasting for 18 hours yesterday, breaking my fast with the Host at the 12:15 pm Mass. Prior to that I received Reconciliation and there was something of a crowd, but it moved pretty quickly.

Confession is like anything else - the more you do it, the better you get at it. By that I mean you are better able to analyze your actions and discern the good from the bad.

Paradoxically, you will go to Confession less often, because you become more aware of sin, and therefore better at avoiding it. You can also discern mortal from venial sins, which do not need to be confessed, saving everyone's time.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 09:52 AM (ZOv7s)

176
God bless you, grammie w

Posted by: muldoon at September 06, 2025 09:52 AM (/iMjX)

177 in my prayers grammie. I will miss your wisdom, kindness, fearlessness.
God bless and keep you, and yours.

Posted by: barbarausa at September 06, 2025 09:54 AM (enw9G)

178 Grammie, good to see you back here. Prayers from all goes without saying, but I hope you get a boost from seeing all the people who truly care for you and enjoy hearing from you. Which includes me.

Posted by: From about That Time at September 06, 2025 09:56 AM (n4GiU)

179 In my experience, a "good confession" is one where you have already admitted your guilt, taken actions to remedy the harm you have caused, and then seek confirmation from the priest that you are doing the right thing.

Obviously, there are situation where things are not so clear, and I think that is when things run long. I have had several situations over the years where I needed not just reconciliation but spiritual guidance on how to proceed.

Finally, I have set up specific appointments for me and my family to do in-depth reconciliation, sometimes combined with the Anointing of the Sick. I have found this to be a very powerful way to break the bonds of sin.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 09:56 AM (ZOv7s)

180 Queen of the World!

https://is.gd/Gdcm4L

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Dinosaur Wrangler at September 06, 2025 09:57 AM (L/fGl)

181 My mom is in the hospital, ICU, with bradycardia. Her heart rate had dropped to 30 bpm, but has improved, but is still low. She does not want a pacemaker, which might help matters. I spent much of last evening talking to my three brothers and two sisters on the phone. She lives with brother J and his wife, and they said that she just kind of shuffles around, not doing much. Brother K said much the same thing when she visited him and his wife for a few weeks.

We are at a loss for what to do. She seems to be giving up, but we do not want to put her in a "home."

Posted by: Mikey Alpha Kilo, Allegedly Pissed Off at September 06, 2025 09:59 AM (0aYVJ)

182 Good morning again dear morons and thank you mh and annie and the horde for praying

Hiya JT
{grammie}

Posted by: San Franpsycho at September 06, 2025 09:59 AM (RIvkX)

183 Had my post op follow up yesterday. Surgeon said he doesn't need to see me again unless something goes wrong. Like Hrothgar, I took that to be good news. Start regular PT Monday. I can again shower, but no swimming for 6 weeks and he said I can start to drive whenever I feel like it .
6 weeks. 6 weeks. What happens in 6 weeks?
Looks like Texas is on schedule!

Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at September 06, 2025 10:00 AM (t/2Uw)

184 Lord,
Please take these who are sick to you bosom. May they be reminded of your promise of everlasting life.
Amen

Posted by: Eromero at September 06, 2025 10:00 AM (LHPAg)

185 May God hold you and bless you as you graduate into your next plane of existence . And may the ride not be too bumpy. God bless, Grammie!

Posted by: Elrond Hubbard at September 06, 2025 10:00 AM (ekM0A)

186 May the love, kindness and grace of the Living God surround you Grammie.

Posted by: Northernlurker , Maple Syrup MAGA at September 06, 2025 10:00 AM (kTd/k)

187 Prayers grammie.

Posted by: Reforger at September 06, 2025 10:01 AM (CjwnQ)

188 We are at a loss for what to do. She seems to be giving up, but we do not want to put her in a "home."
Posted by: Mikey Alpha Kilo, Allegedly Pissed Off at September 06, 2025 09:59 AM (0aYVJ)
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Call or visit the nearest Brookdale or Sunrise assisted living community and they will suggest many options.

Do NOT call A Place For Mom

Posted by: San Franpsycho at September 06, 2025 10:01 AM (RIvkX)

189 More:
Any of us would gladly care for her if she becomes bedridden, especially after seeing her care for Dad when he descended into dementia. But we al know just how difficult that is. I spent a summer in Montana helping Mom with Dad, and it's exhausting.

Doing a lot of praying right now.

Posted by: Mikey Alpha Kilo, Allegedly Pissed Off at September 06, 2025 10:02 AM (0aYVJ)

190 {{{Sharon}}} Great news! Can't wait to see you!

Posted by: screaming in digital at September 06, 2025 10:02 AM (16V99)

191 And we will miss you too Grammie- tremendously Your prayerful and upbeat spirit and your sense of humor and kindness. I'm am reminded of this hymn of faith: "I know whom I have believed ":

https://tinyurl.com/26cytxmf

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at September 06, 2025 10:03 AM (E+WNh)

192 Sharon, such wonderful news. See you soon.

Posted by: Ben Had at September 06, 2025 10:03 AM (mFSH6)

193 screaming in digital, I want you to know that your friend in San Antonio is certainly welcome to join us.

Posted by: Ben Had at September 06, 2025 10:05 AM (mFSH6)

194 It's quite simple. Trump blew up the narcoterrorists' boat to invade cities to commit vote fraud.

Western Lensman@WesternLensman
Duckworth: Trump using military against drug-smuggling narcoterrorists is setting the conditions for occupying US cities to interfere in the next election.

This batsh*t rhetoric is what’s currently passing for mainstream Democrat/legacy media discourse.

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Dinosaur Wrangler at September 06, 2025 10:06 AM (L/fGl)

195
Godspeed and God bless you, grammie.

Posted by: naturalfake at September 06, 2025 10:06 AM (iJfKG)

196 She does not want a pacemaker, which might help matters.

Posted by: Mikey Alpha Kilo, Allegedly Pissed Off at September 06, 2025 09:59 AM (0aYVJ)
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My mother has had a pacemaker for decades, and it's amazing how much better they are, and how less intrusive. Her first one (installed after I was born) had a battery a "pouch" in her abdomen, with wires running up to her heart muscle. Those wires are still there, and she's had other ones over the years. In the 80s they became capable of sensing action, and increasing the pulse, which was a game-changer.

Obviously a gray box on the internet is not going to convince her, but it is crazy how convenient they are now.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 10:06 AM (ZOv7s)

197 good morning MisHum, Horde

Posted by: callsign claymore at September 06, 2025 10:07 AM (4Z4M/)

198 Oh my grammie I sent you a hug before reading your very difficult news and I am so shocked and saddened, yet buoyed as always by your faith in hashem. A prayer for your complete and immediate healing.

Posted by: San Franpsycho at September 06, 2025 10:07 AM (RIvkX)

199 And tomorrow morning, HM will be taking off for the AKC Delegate meeting in Newark, returning Wednesday. So in a month, I will have seen her for two days.

Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at September 06, 2025 07:31 AM (kkTda)

You can't possibly be talking about Newark NJ.

Posted by: Berserker-Dragonheads Division at September 06, 2025 10:07 AM (snZF9)

200 Good morning folks. If you see Diogenes tell him I'm making coffee, right now.

Posted by: Braenyard - some Absent Friends are more equal than others _ at September 06, 2025 10:07 AM (NGa9E)

201 Do NOT call A Place For Mom
Posted by: San Franpsycho

Of all the nerve!

Posted by: Joan Lunden! at September 06, 2025 10:08 AM (oftw2)

202 Duckworth: Trump using military against drug-smuggling narcoterrorists is setting the conditions for occupying US cities to interfere in the next election.

This batsh*t rhetoric is what’s currently passing for mainstream Democrat/legacy media discourse.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Dinosaur Wrangler at September 06, 2025 10:06 AM (L/fGl)
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Duckworth is proof that military service does not guarantee integrity, loyalty or minimal competence.

Too many politicians got where they are because they managed to be THAT DUDE who sucked at everything but somehow completed an enlistment or - if they were really lucky - got injured so that everyone feels sorry for them.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 10:09 AM (ZOv7s)

203 In anticipation of the bad harvest, I bought about 12 pounds of coffee beans. Pantry looks a little weird.

Posted by: Thomas Paine at September 06, 2025 10:09 AM (0U5gm)

204 Been posting without much reading last hour or better.
Just saw grammie's post.
I am heartbroken 💔.

Posted by: Skip at September 06, 2025 10:10 AM (+qU29)

205 Sharon,
When I spoke to my surgeon at the six week post-up after one of my cancer surgeries, I asked when I could drive again.

Do you like driving? he asked. I hate it, I said.

He said, Then you can't drive for two more months.

Posted by: Wenda at September 06, 2025 10:11 AM (Qb8z2)

206 > This batsh*t rhetoric is what’s currently passing for mainstream Democrat/legacy media discourse.
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What's disturbing is the number of people who agree with it. There can be no national healing until this sickness is either cured or removed.

It's not going willingly.

Posted by: Martini Farmer at September 06, 2025 10:12 AM (Q4IgG)

207 Prayers up for you and your family, Grammie.

I will miss you.

Posted by: Legally Sufficient at September 06, 2025 10:13 AM (kB9dk)

208 This past week has ripped off a whole bunch of masks. The China shills are now glowing brightly, which is very useful. Word to the wise: smart marching bands don't equate to combat capability. China had a neat parade because the troops spent months preparing for it rather than doing actual soldier work. Oh, and American troops have NEVER made a point of precision marching. Read a book.

As to drug runners getting iced, again, it's interesting to see how may people are outraged, demanding that we do the same tactics that have FAILED since the 1980s.

They are PIRATES and SMUGGLERS, and under actual international law entitled to a swift death. We used to hang guys like that from a yardarm, not take them into port and give them lawyers so their court case can drag on for five years.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 10:13 AM (ZOv7s)

209 Like Spiderman.

https://is.gd/eU2VJr

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Dinosaur Wrangler at September 06, 2025 10:15 AM (L/fGl)

210 They are PIRATES and SMUGGLERS, and under actual international law entitled to a swift death. We used to hang guys like that from a yardarm, not take them into port and give them lawyers so their court case can drag on for five years.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 10:13 AM (ZOv7s)
This.

Posted by: Eromero at September 06, 2025 10:16 AM (LHPAg)

211 Been posting without much reading last hour or better.
Just saw grammie's post.
I am heartbroken 💔.
Posted by: Skip at September 06, 2025 10:10

So am I.

Posted by: Northernlurker , Maple Syrup MAGA at September 06, 2025 10:16 AM (kTd/k)

212 are at a loss for what to do. She seems to be giving up, but we do not want to put her in a "home."
Posted by: Mikey Alpha Kilo,

What she wants to do is important also. Without knowing your mom's history, in my family many of the oldster's have just 'given up' and faded rapidly, seemingly by conscious decision, after long and valiant fights with various maladies. Both my parents and two of my grandparents died within a few weeks after leaving home care, and my mother in law checked out within the 100 days medicaid covered.
Easier on the family financially and emotionally.
This may not apply to your situation at all, but something to consider.

Posted by: From about That Time at September 06, 2025 10:17 AM (n4GiU)

213 I blame the lack of action against the Somalian pirates for the idea that there is no punishment.

Posted by: Ben Had at September 06, 2025 10:17 AM (mFSH6)

214 What's disturbing is the number of people who agree with it. There can be no national healing until this sickness is either cured or removed.

It's not going willingly.
Posted by: Martini Farmer at September 06, 2025 10:12 AM (Q4IgG)
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What's encouraging is that people are changing their minds. My father has been a dedicated Rachel Maddow fan for years, but he's fully on board with blowing up smuggler boats and building the wall. Loves the tariffs and auto plants reopening.

He doesn't like Trump, but he likes what he is doing.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 10:18 AM (ZOv7s)

215 They are PIRATES and SMUGGLERS

They're also the backbone of the intelligence community and our industry. Where did you think we got all the opiates?

Posted by: Big Pharma at September 06, 2025 10:18 AM (NusAe)

216 Thanks in advance for prayers for my mom. I really appreciate it.

Posted by: The Walking Dude at September 06, 2025 10:19 AM (/4TwV)

217 screaming in digital, I want you to know that your friend in San Antonio is certainly welcome to join us.
Posted by: Ben Had
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BH, my guy is a Moron so already planning to be there. :-)

But still hoping that my dear friend D, who I used to work with in Wyo and was my first shooting buddy, and now is in the Waco area, will pop over to the MoMe at least for a bit. She is delightful and the Horde will love her.

Posted by: screaming in digital at September 06, 2025 10:19 AM (16V99)

218 Oh grammie winger! We will miss you terribly. May God be with you and your family.

Posted by: Black Orchid at September 06, 2025 10:19 AM (FHttA)

219 Geoffrey Hinton, godfather of AI, is a lunatic, and AI is akin to autoeroticism.

AI has no social compact with humanity, and a digital perversion is still a perversion.

Posted by: Rev. Wishbone at September 06, 2025 10:20 AM (fY84s)

220 How is OC these days?
____________________________

We describe it as "just the right amount of trash." We tried Virginia Bch and Myrtle Beach but too trashy. And Rehoboth is way too ghey. But the Boardwalk is nice. The beaches are good. Hotels get a lot more affordable after Labor Day. Food can be pricey but if you go to West Ocean City it's not so bad. We always stay at the Holiday Inn, which has hammocks next to the beach and an almost decent Italian restaurant.

My mate used to come every summer as a kid. So there's a nostalgia factor as well.

Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo at September 06, 2025 10:20 AM (otEGx)

221 213 I blame the lack of action against the Somalian pirates for the idea that there is no punishment.
Posted by: Ben Had at September 06, 2025 10:17 AM (mFSH6)
To the shores of Tripoli.

Posted by: Eromero at September 06, 2025 10:20 AM (LHPAg)

222 He doesn't like Trump, but he likes what he is doing.
_______________________

Same. Although likely not for the same reasons.

When it feels like the world is divided between TDS and Trump idolatry, being in the middle feels lonely.

Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo at September 06, 2025 10:22 AM (otEGx)

223 My cat Allie wants to sit in my lap, but unfortunately for her, Jasmine is already sitting there.

I don't have room for two kitties and neither is inclined to share the space with the other.

Posted by: "Perfessor" Squirrel at September 06, 2025 10:24 AM (IBQGV)

224 ...are at a loss for what to do. She seems to be giving up, but we do not want to put her in a "home."
Posted by: Mikey Alpha Kilo
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I don't know if my mother would have done better or lived longer if she'd stayed with me. But I thought she did better than anyone expected in assisted living. It was very hard to do. But it gave her some opportunities that I couldn't - playing the piano for weekly prayer meeting, for example, where she was greatly appreciated. I say this not to give advice but just to share that I had always assumed it was better not to put her in a home, but in her case, I think it was the best of the available options (none of which were great or ideal).

Posted by: screaming in digital at September 06, 2025 10:24 AM (16V99)

225 Wenda, that made me laugh because I was really glad he didn't ask me that because I really hate driving. Not needing the opioids was key though. I am actually more mobile now with the cane than I was before the surgery. But not letting my sons off the hook for at least a couple more weeks. How I fare at PT will be determinant. Don't want to risk driving home from a session if it is exhausting.

Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at September 06, 2025 10:25 AM (t/2Uw)

226 Awww. Now I'm crying. May God hold you in the palm of His hand, grammie. I remember you being MamaWinger way back when. My prayers also to the Rev, your children and grands. My heart aches.

Posted by: NoLongerintheBellyoftheBeast at September 06, 2025 10:25 AM (OpLc2)

227 grammie --
I'm so sorry to hear this news. Your courage in facing it is an inspiration.

Posted by: JM in Illinois at September 06, 2025 10:26 AM (pVuxJ)

228 Grammie - your presence here always shines a bright ray of God's light upon us Morons. May He welcome you into His eternal Kingdom and hold you in the palm of His hand. You are loved in this place - now and forever.

Posted by: Matthew Kant Cipher at September 06, 2025 10:26 AM (kOluj)

229 Obviously a gray box on the internet is not going to convince her, but it is crazy how convenient they are now.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 10:06 AM (ZOv7s)

thanks for the advice. I knew that the technology had advanced. I will talk to my brother and see what we can do.

I really love this place. Y'all are friggin' awesome.

Posted by: Mikey Alpha Kilo, Allegedly Pissed Off at September 06, 2025 10:26 AM (0aYVJ)

230 213 I blame the lack of action against the Somalian pirates for the idea that there is no punishment.
Posted by: Ben Had at September 06, 2025 10:17 AM (mFSH6)
Our two cats, Minnifer and Madison , will sit together touching. Butt to butt.

Posted by: Eromero at September 06, 2025 10:27 AM (LHPAg)

231 You stole my ball!!!

Posted by: Phillies Karen at September 06, 2025 10:27 AM (qUkBO)

232 Grammie — You are one of the dear people here. God bless you. You are in my prayers. John 14:1-3

Posted by: LinusVanPelt at September 06, 2025 10:27 AM (WdMlw)

233 May the peace and love of Christ be with you.

Posted by: nurse ratched at September 06, 2025 10:28 AM (VsEAp)

234 Prayers for peace, grammie.

Posted by: olddog in mo at September 06, 2025 10:29 AM (xyVUR)

235 Attack turtle!

McConnell Attacks Trump, Refuses to Say if America Is Better Off in Trump Era

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Dinosaur Wrangler at September 06, 2025 10:30 AM (L/fGl)

236 Walking Dude, many years ago my grandma fell and broke her hip at age 90. Docs said, don't expect her to walk again. She did, and stubbornly resisted using her walker. She had another 2+ years and stayed pretty mobile til her final (brief) illness. We were all really thankful we had her with us that long. Prayers that your Mom will make a good recovery.

Posted by: screaming in digital at September 06, 2025 10:30 AM (16V99)

237 My father resisted putting my stepmother in a "home" for a long time, but eventually the constant ambulance calls forced his hand. They did fake "rehab" for a while, but you can't rehab senility.

Now she's in hospice, and he sees here daily, feeds her dinner and while it was tough at first, and he seemed to think she might revive, he's now used to the new routine, even bought a motorbike to save gas (guy is 82).

The big difference is he now has his life back, and can go out an do things rather than just stay home with her. He drove up to see us, went to the family reunion this summer for the first time since the pandemic, so there is an upside.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 10:31 AM (ZOv7s)

238 Grammie, prayers to you from a longtime lurker who always appreciated your comments.

Posted by: QED Texan at September 06, 2025 10:33 AM (fveCG)

239 The whole Capt Phillips saga was bend over backwards until the last possible moment.
Taking them all and hanging them like a British man-o-war would have done tin the 1800s was out of the question

Posted by: Skip at September 06, 2025 10:34 AM (+qU29)

240 That sumbitch!

NY Times Compares Trump to Hitler for Wanting "Science with Practical Results"

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Dinosaur Wrangler at September 06, 2025 10:34 AM (L/fGl)

241 Obviously, results vary, but her being in the home allows us to visit him and go out for lunch, help him organize his stuff and spend quality time with his great-grandkids, who amuse him greatly. He was never into little kids, even his grandchildren, but the little ones seem to have charmed him.

Lots of little blessings.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 10:34 AM (ZOv7s)

242 We are looking at right now at least 400 vehicles that have been seized involved in this incident alone, with a value of over $400 million,’ said Dearborn Police Corporal Dan Bartok. Many were sent overseas to countries like Iraq and Dubai were some of the destinations. Even Jordan and Ghana were involved, with forged paperwork used to get the vehicles out of town. In one case, shipping containers full of high-end SUVs were disguised as antifreeze.”

$400 mil divided by 400, drop the zeros, carry one equals a whole lotta dolla per car.
Valuing them like drugs they are.
From an insty link.

Posted by: From about That Time at September 06, 2025 10:35 AM (n4GiU)

243
You can't possibly be talking about Newark NJ.
Posted by: Berserker-Dragonheads Division at September 06, 2025 10:07 AM (snZF9)

_________

That's indeed what I possibly mean. The meeting is at the airport hotel. It works out much better than any alternative.

Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at September 06, 2025 10:35 AM (kkTda)

244 NY Times Compares Trump to Hitler for Wanting "Science with Practical Results"
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Dinosaur Wrangler at September 06, 2025 10:34 AM (L/fGl)
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Liberals never want to be held responsible for their actions. They think their intentions are all that count.

Thus, science should just be a thing that is, and people get paid whether or not drugs work. Actual results and firings for incompetent are therefore fascist or something.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 10:36 AM (ZOv7s)

245 The weather for my Saturday morning run today was as pleasant as it’s been in north Texas since early May. Mid 60s and a bit of a drizzle to keep things cool; first time in months that heat and humidity were not an issue. But being human I will complain: the rain from last night left puddles and mud on the trail and my running shoes got wet and dirty…

Posted by: LinusVanPelt at September 06, 2025 10:37 AM (WdMlw)

246 Now that we are re-naming the Department of Defense to the War Department, can we rename the Pentagon the Henry Knox Strategic Center?

Posted by: tankdemon at September 06, 2025 10:38 AM (jfvTO)

247 When it feels like the world is divided between TDS and Trump idolatry, being in the middle feels lonely.
Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo
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False dilemma. Consider it this way, the garbageman comes to take trash away--I am not required to worry about whether I like the trash man (or policeman, etc.) or even what they say--all I should care about a public servant doing is their job. What he does is no reflection on you and whatever you hold dear unless you believe he is doing evil. Then oppose him but be prepared to defend why you claim that.

But to be also to be fair, idolatry has very specific meaning in religious terms and I see none of that here--more like desperation for deliverance from a long string of evil leaders we have put in high places.

I also see Trump as an example that the Lord has a sense of humor as he often picks people to do his will that you would least expect. They are often flawed, not polished, can be weak in voice or even morals at time (see David as example).

Having been around politicians and politics for a long time, you realize soon that there are no saints--but the best of them take seriously into account their constituents.

Posted by: whig at September 06, 2025 10:38 AM (WDjG6)

248 Taking them all and hanging them like a British man-o-war would have done tin the 1800s was out of the question
Posted by: Skip at September 06, 2025 10:34 AM (+qU29)
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They also ruled out armed merchantmen, bending over backwards to put "security" teams with water hoses and stuff on there. God forbid ships become hard targets or something.

I think it was largely an excuse for Navy types to get bigger budgets. "Look, we have a piracy patrol! Moar money, please!"

Trump is the first leader since Reagan who wants to solve problems rather than manage them. It's why the bureaucracy hates him so much.

RFK is of the same cloth. He is a mortal threat to their trillion dollar grift.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 10:40 AM (ZOv7s)

249 That sumbitch!

NY Times Compares Trump to Hitler for Wanting "Science with Practical Results"
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks
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RAY STANTZ: Personally, I liked the university. They gave us money and facilities. We didn't have to produce anything. You've never been out of college. You don't know what it's like out there. I've worked in the private sector. They expect results.

Posted by: Biff Pocoroba at September 06, 2025 10:40 AM (XvL8K)

250 My oldest and best friend's brother is returning to the Church.

My friend calls it "Confession Therapy."

Posted by: no one of any consequence at September 06, 2025 10:41 AM (ZmEVT)

251 Well, I guess he'll be able to afford super supreme pizzas.

Tesla Proposes Unprecedented $1 Trillion Pay Package for Elon Musk

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Dinosaur Wrangler at September 06, 2025 10:41 AM (L/fGl)

252 Still no update on whether Pooky is getting dialysis today or not. The doctors have not been by yet. My MiL does not have a medical background and she's like her son: any one experience is the defining characteristic of an entire field of knowledge.

Posted by: pookysgirl needs to curl up into a ball and sleep at September 06, 2025 10:41 AM (NIVSB)

253 TDS is a mental illness… it’s absolutely incredible to watch Dems take the wrong side of 80/20 issues one after the other…

Reduced crime in DC — they hate that!
A healthier nation — NO!
An end to wars — uh uh!
Deporting illegal alien criminal gang members — absolutely not!!

I’m sure there’s more but their sole logic seems to be always the opposite of Trump and it leads them down some dark alleys

Posted by: LinusVanPelt at September 06, 2025 10:43 AM (WdMlw)

254 One of our favorite parts of this trip is stopping at the big Appalachian Walmart. You've seen People of Walmart? People of the Appalachian Walmart is next level.

Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo at September 06, 2025 10:43 AM (otEGx)

255 Prayerz up for all in need. Special hugs for grammie, maybe whatever lets me keep dodging bullets will rub off a bit...

Posted by: Brother Tim sez at September 06, 2025 10:44 AM (Vq45t)

256 Having been around politicians and politics for a long time, you realize soon that there are no saints--but the best of them take seriously into account their constituents.
Posted by: whig at September 06, 2025 10:38 AM (WDjG6)
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I want a Venn diagram of people who criticize Trump idolatry but were fine with Obama Lightbringer Savior. Or Fauci votive candles.

I'd say half of the Trump hype is merely owning the libs, and the other half is right-wing grifters trying to make a buck. Used to be Reagan everything, Reagan email, Reagan commemoratives, now it's Trump.

One of the tells is the Never Trumpers talking about how crude Trump is while ignoring Biden, Walz and Brylcreeme swearing like sailors all the time.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 10:44 AM (ZOv7s)

257 239 The whole Capt Phillips saga was bend over backwards until the last possible moment.
Taking them all and hanging them like a British man-o-war would have done tin the 1800s was out of the question
Posted by: Skip
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Incentives matter. Too much of weaponized empathy exists for violent criminals (terrorists, fanatics, etc.) which has been taught to them as root causes. This is precisely designed to bring down Western civilization so a new utopia can be built.

Whatever you think of the people in the Dark Ages, few if any of the religious faithful or in society worried that the Vikings were justified because of "root causes" and and that communities should not resist their horrific raids.

Posted by: whig at September 06, 2025 10:45 AM (WDjG6)

258 People of the Appalachian Walmart is next level.
Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo at September 06, 2025 10:43 AM (otEGx)
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Where in Appalachia? My wife is from there, and they are epic. Just the parking lot is amazing.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 10:46 AM (ZOv7s)

259 One of the tells is the Never Trumpers talking about how crude Trump is while ignoring Biden, Walz and Brylcreeme swearing like sailors all the time.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd
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"A man hears what he wants to hear and disregards the rest" to quote Paul Simon.

Posted by: whig at September 06, 2025 10:47 AM (WDjG6)

260 Newark will always have a special place in my heart. It's past glory and vast yet unrealized potential is visible.

Posted by: San Franpsycho at September 06, 2025 10:47 AM (RIvkX)

261
You've seen People of Walmart? People of the Appalachian Walmart is next level.
Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo at September 06, 2025 10:43 AM (otEGx)

_________

It wasn't always this way. Look at shoppers in even poor towns 70 years ago and everyone tries to look at least respectably dressed. But we no longer have models of dress and department, when everyone turns out in pajamas and every second word is "fuck" and its variants.

Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at September 06, 2025 10:48 AM (kkTda)

262 But to be also to be fair, idolatry has very specific meaning in religious terms and I see none of that here--more like desperation for deliverance from a long string of evil leaders we have put in high places.

So Trump is like Moses, only we don't venerate him.

Posted by: Unknown Drip Under Pressure at September 06, 2025 10:48 AM (a4flb)

263 221 213 I blame the lack of action against the Somalian pirates for the idea that there is no punishment.
Posted by: Ben Had at September 06, 2025 10:17 AM (mFSH6)
To the shores of Tripoli.
Posted by: Eromero at September 06, 2025 10:20 AM (LHPAg)
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GMTA and you beat me to it. Time for the Marines to remember their roots.

Posted by: mustbequantum at September 06, 2025 10:48 AM (GjnYY)

264 Posted by: whig at September 06, 2025 10:38 AM (WDjG6)
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I don't disagree with much of what you said. But Trump was unnecessarily nasty to DeSantis in the primary, and seems like a dick in a lot of other ways. That said, I don't see anyone else who could have given the Deep State a much needed enema.

Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo at September 06, 2025 10:48 AM (otEGx)

265 >>>and saying outright (not even implying) that the price increases were due to tariffs. Yes, set in bold like that.
Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius, Dreaming of Elsewhere
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At that point did you tell them you would be taking your business elsewhere?

Posted by: Braenyard - some Absent Friends are more equal than others _ at September 06, 2025 10:50 AM (NGa9E)

266 Where in Appalachia? My wife is from there, and they are epic. Just the parking lot is amazing.
___________________

Outside of Cumberland MD

Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo at September 06, 2025 10:50 AM (otEGx)

267 My oldest and best friend's brother is returning to the Church.

My friend calls it "Confession Therapy."
Posted by: no one of any consequence at September 06, 2025 10:41 AM (ZmEVT)
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Last week I learned that the son of one of my best friends in college converted to Catholicism. He was part of a profile of college converts, and so I texted my friend about it, and ran into his son at Mass on Sunday.

Pretty cool.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 10:50 AM (ZOv7s)

268 Dear Grammie, JTB and I send our prayers for you and your family during this difficult time. May your pain and worries be alleviated. Here is a big Horde hug!

Posted by: Mrs JTB at September 06, 2025 10:50 AM (yTvNw)

269 They also ruled out armed merchantmen, bending over backwards to put "security" teams with water hoses and stuff on there. God forbid ships become hard targets or something.

I think it was largely an excuse for Navy types to get bigger budgets. "Look, we have a piracy patrol! Moar money, please!"

Trump is the first leader since Reagan who wants to solve problems rather than manage them. It's why the bureaucracy hates him so much.

RFK is of the same cloth. He is a mortal threat to their trillion dollar grift.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd
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And part of it is that our treasury is emptying and piled high with ious. We are no longer 'rich' enough to keep piling on debt nor are our allies. The major collapse of many civilizations occurs when the debts incurred can no longer be paid from the public fisc--that means repudiation either via inflation or default. Both cause massive waves in society which always falls heaviest on those least able to survive them.

Posted by: whig at September 06, 2025 10:52 AM (WDjG6)

270 When it feels like the world is divided between TDS and Trump idolatry, being in the middle feels lonely.
Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo

Ugh. This false equivalence is so tiresome.

Yes, yes, of course...anyone who expresses admiration for Trump or what Trump is doing or (shocka!!!) maybe even both!!!, considers Trump to be a god.

Look, I get it. People even say, "Trumpmas".

Trumpmas!!!!!!!111!!! Sure it's a joke and said in fun but...Trump Idolatry!!!!

But, sure, yeah, you're the Lynchpin of Reason when it comes to Trump and the rest of us are raving heretics. Go with that.

Posted by: naturalfake at September 06, 2025 10:53 AM (iJfKG)

271 That sumbitch!

NY Times Compares Trump to Hitler for Wanting "Science with Practical Results"
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks
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RAY STANTZ: Personally, I liked the university. They gave us money and facilities. We didn't have to produce anything. You've never been out of college. You don't know what it's like out there. I've worked in the private sector. They expect results.
Posted by: Biff Pocoroba at September 06, 2025 10:40 AM

Is the NYT aware that working toward solving practical problems is how science often advances? Or nah?

Posted by: RedMindBlueState at September 06, 2025 10:54 AM (Wnv9h)

272 Outside of Cumberland MD
Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo at September 06, 2025 10:50 AM (otEGx)
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She's from the Cumberland Gap area, so pretty strong accents. She lived in the valley (yes valley girl) but she had kin in the hollers whom she could barely understand.

Her accent is mostly gone now, only comes back when she is pissed. Like all Kentuckians, you can trigger her wrath merely by speaking the words "Christian Laettner."

Then run for cover.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 10:54 AM (ZOv7s)

273 @236, "screaming in digital". Thanks for sharing your similar experiences. It was very encouraging.

Posted by: The Walking Dude at September 06, 2025 10:54 AM (/4TwV)

274 One of our favorite parts of this trip is stopping at the big Appalachian Walmart. You've seen People of Walmart? People of the Appalachian Walmart is next level.
Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo

I live in a big suburb of Dallas. Was in the local WM this week and saw a guy in a wheelchair wearing nothing but a hospital gown. Open in the back. Glad he was seated.

Posted by: QED Texan at September 06, 2025 10:54 AM (fveCG)

275 Earlier this year, I was considering converting to Catholicism. I got as far as pulling into the parish parking lot. But the doors were locked. And later that day an interview for a job I had scheduled was abruptly cancelled. I took it as a sign. No mackerel snapping for VTK.

Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo at September 06, 2025 10:54 AM (otEGx)

276 A meme I saw this morning describes TDS perfectly: sheep grazing in a meadow where a billboard with a wolf on it says “I will eat you” and the only comment the sheep have is “at least he’s not Trump”

Posted by: LinusVanPelt at September 06, 2025 10:54 AM (nrfI8)

277 The weather for my Saturday morning run today was as pleasant as it’s been in north Texas since early May. Mid 60s and a bit of a drizzle to keep things cool; first time in months that heat and humidity were not an issue.

Over Labor Day, because the WX was similar to what you are telling here, I decided to do "All The Trails" in the Dallas Trails system (technically there are 200 miles, but I'm talking the artery paths).

84 miles later, I realized that Dallas is not as flat as originally thought, nor less humid than East Texas.

Posted by: Unknown Drip Under Pressure at September 06, 2025 10:55 AM (a4flb)

278 Dr. Calum Miller@DrCalumMiller
If a woman has an abortion, her risk of the following mental health conditions increases by:
Anxiety - 30%
Suicidal behaviour - 70%
Alcohol abuse - 130%
Drug abuse - 300%

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What? Hedonism narcissism and nihilism don't lead to utopia?! Who knew?

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Dinosaur Wrangler at September 06, 2025 10:55 AM (L/fGl)

279 Trump is the means to pound these communist fucks into dust. A sledgehammer.

Posted by: Mr Aspirin Factory, red heifer owner at September 06, 2025 10:55 AM (5+Y60)

280 Love you, Grammie. You inspired me to read the Bible.

Posted by: All Hail Eris,, coming to you live from the Roller Disco of Discord! at September 06, 2025 10:55 AM (kpS4V)

281 Like all Kentuckians, you can trigger her wrath merely by speaking the words "Christian Laettner."
_____________________

My son is a member of the Order of Kentucky Colonels and I don't think he knows that

Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo at September 06, 2025 10:56 AM (otEGx)

282 Whatever you think of the people in the Dark Ages, few if any of the religious faithful or in society worried that the Vikings were justified because of "root causes" and and that communities should not resist their horrific raids.
Posted by: whig at September 06, 2025 10:45 AM (WDjG6)
That's it. These fools today need to see the border invaders as a fleet of longboats coming to their village.

Posted by: Eromero at September 06, 2025 10:57 AM (LHPAg)

283 And part of it is that our treasury is emptying and piled high with ious. We are no longer 'rich' enough to keep piling on debt nor are our allies. The major collapse of many civilizations occurs when the debts incurred can no longer be paid from the public fisc--that means repudiation either via inflation or default. Both cause massive waves in society which always falls heaviest on those least able to survive them.
Posted by: whig at September 06, 2025 10:52 AM (WDjG6)
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And yet we have tremendous residual resources even in our decline. Trump knows this. We need to build things, grow things, become more self-sufficent and embrace our ancient values.

That also includes clearing out the deadweight, aliens and no-show no-work federal jobs.

It's interesting to see all these losers shilling for Russia and China, predicting their rise, when China in particular has feet of clay. If Chairman Xi has a stroke, China could collapse into civil war. It's teetering on the brink, and like North Korea, is using big parades to cover up its weakness.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 10:57 AM (ZOv7s)

284 261
You've seen People of Walmart? People of the Appalachian Walmart is next level.
Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo at September 06, 2025 10:43 AM (otEGx)

_________

It wasn't always this way. Look at shoppers in even poor towns 70 years ago and everyone tries to look at least respectably dressed. But we no longer have models of dress and department, when everyone turns out in pajamas and every second word is "fuck" and its variants.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at September 06, 2025 10:48 AM (kkTda)

Went to the Wallyworld near Pacific Beach in San Diego... and it was like... another world.

MILFs everywhere... clean... no cluttered aisles... not a single WalMartian in sight...

Was like an episode of the Twilight Zone.

Posted by: Romeo13 at September 06, 2025 10:58 AM (mP0Kj)

285 My son is a member of the Order of Kentucky Colonels and I don't think he knows that
Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo at September 06, 2025 10:56 AM (otEGx)
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Must be a Louisville fan. Wildcats will instantly fly into a rage at the mention of the name.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 10:58 AM (ZOv7s)

286 I don't disagree with much of what you said. But Trump was unnecessarily nasty to DeSantis in the primary, and seems like a dick in a lot of other ways. That said, I don't see anyone else who could have given the Deep State a much needed enema.
Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo
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Politics within parties is more nasty in invective than outside with the putative rivals. But DeSantis has his warts as well.

The wise pols and their followers live to fight another day on another battlefield to their choosing instead of worrying about the past.

Thus, you get someone like Marco Rubio reinventing himself to our benefit as we watch. That takes guts when a person sets aside their own grudges in order to do the public well. You can stew in grudges like Kasich for example which eventually leads one to lose whatever virtues they had or you can decide that every day brings a new challenge and that the work for the people of the US is much more important than hurt feelings.

Posted by: whig at September 06, 2025 10:59 AM (WDjG6)

287 It wasn't always this way. Look at shoppers in even poor towns 70 years ago and everyone tries to look at least respectably dressed. But we no longer have models of dress and department, when everyone turns out in pajamas and every second word is "fuck" and its variants.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at September 06, 2025 10:48 AM

Or watch police bodycam videos. I don't think the left realizes what an own goal that demand was.

Posted by: RedMindBlueState at September 06, 2025 10:59 AM (Wnv9h)

288 Her accent is mostly gone now, only comes back when she is pissed. Like all Kentuckians, you can trigger her wrath merely by speaking the words "Christian Laettner."

Then run for cover.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 10:54 AM (ZOv7s)

I’ve never understood the Christian Laettner hate. There was even a 30 for 30 documentary on ESPN all about the phenomenon of Laettner hate. He was never anywhere close to the most arrogant or annoying sports personality so the only reason I can think of is the 2 championships in a row Duke won while he was on the team. Of course lots of players had similar success (just one example Bill Walton) and weren’t hated at that level so who knows

Posted by: LinusVanPelt at September 06, 2025 10:59 AM (nrfI8)

289 The local Walmart(s) have an interesting mix of red neck, hill people and urban street rats. Hicks and thugs. It's wild. Broken down cars and trucks along with Escalades and Benz in the parking lot.

The crossover? They buy a lot of the exact same shit.

Posted by: Martini Farmer at September 06, 2025 11:00 AM (Q4IgG)

290 >>>But Trump was unnecessarily nasty to DeSantis in the primary,
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Talk about disloyalty! DeSantis wouldn't be governor except for Trump. He threw in with GOPe. He should stay in FL.

Posted by: Braenyard - some Absent Friends are more equal than others _ at September 06, 2025 11:01 AM (NGa9E)

291 It's interesting to see all these losers shilling for Russia and China, predicting their rise, when China in particular has feet of clay. If Chairman Xi has a stroke, China could collapse into civil war. It's teetering on the brink, and like North Korea, is using big parades to cover up its weakness.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 10:57 AM (ZOv7s)

We need to get out of the mindset that all cultures are created equally... they are not. We have a distinctly American Culture, that is being torn apart by a combination of too many Foreign Born, and our own Government destroying our Rights so they can control us easier.

The reaction of the American People to Covid, really destroyed my faith in my fellow citizen... and continues to do so.

My Forefathers were not Sheeple...

Posted by: Romeo13 at September 06, 2025 11:01 AM (mP0Kj)

292 288 - It's his notorious foot stomp. I think a lot of it stems from that.

Posted by: Biff Pocoroba at September 06, 2025 11:01 AM (XvL8K)

293 Perfesser, sorry about the pay cut, but I pray your new boss is good to work with.
Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at September 06, 2025 08:10 AM (7/NKC)

And perhaps the new posting will present an opportunity for further advancement. One can hope.

Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at September 06, 2025 11:01 AM (6ecJK)

294 Earlier this year, I was considering converting to Catholicism. I got as far as pulling into the parish parking lot. But the doors were locked. And later that day an interview for a job I had scheduled was abruptly cancelled. I took it as a sign. No mackerel snapping for VTK.
Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo at September 06, 2025 10:54 AM (otEGx)
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I'd at least go to Mass. Usually posted outside and on the web site.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 11:02 AM (ZOv7s)

295 Grammie, remember what the Lord stated;

“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. You know the way to the place where I am going.”

John 14:1-4

May our Lord and Savior comfort you, and guide you in His wondrous path.

Posted by: Marcus T at September 06, 2025 11:02 AM (Z6UNg)

296 84 miles later, I realized that Dallas is not as flat as originally thought, nor less humid than East Texas.
Posted by: Unknown Drip Under Pressure at September 06, 2025 10:55 AM (a4flb)

You are correct on both counts, Sir. I constantly have to deal with inclines… and this summer especially the humidity was brutal

Posted by: LinusVanPelt at September 06, 2025 11:02 AM (nrfI8)

297 Bruce Snyder@realBruceSnyder
Jasmine Crockett: Donald Trump’s hand looks like it’s about to fall off.

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OMG! I hope it's not his pimp hand!

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Dinosaur Wrangler at September 06, 2025 11:02 AM (L/fGl)

298 Apparently he stomped on a Kentucky player, literally not figuratively, during a game.

I never bought the rumor he was fegalah.

Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo at September 06, 2025 11:02 AM (otEGx)

299
It isn't only Walmart.

Kroger has it's share of nightgowns'/bathrobes and house slippers worn for shopping.

Not as many as Covidtime(TM) but still.

Mostly, these days, I'm seeing lots of painted on yoga pants and skin-tight belly shirts, which might be great on 7s-10s but most of these are 4s and below.

Sad.

Sad times for my eyeballs. *single tear rolls down cheek*

Posted by: naturalfake at September 06, 2025 11:04 AM (iJfKG)

300 Not too much to complain about President Trump' cabinet picks, most have been amazing

Posted by: Skip at September 06, 2025 11:05 AM (+qU29)

301 I’ve never understood the Christian Laettner hate.

Posted by: LinusVanPelt at September 06, 2025 10:59 AM (nrfI

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It's a Southern thing. They have a particular way of hating. I don't understand it, but I accept it.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 11:06 AM (ZOv7s)

302 California is advising death jabs and masks again.

Posted by: Boss Moss at September 06, 2025 11:06 AM (Aht/m)

303 Grammie Winger

I will pray for a miracle for you. The Rev beat long odds. May you as well.

You are a very special person, who enriches my life and those of others.

Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 11:07 AM (u82oZ)

304 He doesn't like Trump, but he likes what he is doing.
_______________________

Same. Although likely not for the same reasons.

When it feels like the world is divided between TDS and Trump idolatry, being in the middle feels lonely.
Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo at September 06, 2025 10:22 AM (otEG

I like him, but I'm also a lifelong resident of NJ where we WILL tell you exactly what's on our mind. This mamby pamby BS that most politicians spew, especially the repukes in congress ("my esteemed colleague") grates on my nerves. Thank goodness for Trump and his brash attitude of telling it like it is. A breath of fresh air. And the balls to confront other politicians or media types when the situation calls for it.

Posted by: thatcrazyjerseyguy at September 06, 2025 11:07 AM (5xuJ/)

305 Abuse if you must my dear sweet child but don't misgender the pedophile!

https://is.gd/fkh8A3

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Dinosaur Wrangler at September 06, 2025 11:07 AM (L/fGl)

306 >>>_________

It wasn't always this way. Look at shoppers in even poor towns 70 years ago and everyone tries to look at least respectably dressed. But we no longer have models of dress and department, when everyone turns out in pajamas and every second word is "fuck" and its variants.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh
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The lack of propriety and comportment isn't relegated to the poor.
People go to church in shorts. What kind of respect is that?

Posted by: Braenyard - some Absent Friends are more equal than others _ at September 06, 2025 11:08 AM (NGa9E)

307 It wasn't always this way. Look at shoppers in even poor towns 70 years ago and everyone tries to look at least respectably dressed. But we no longer have models of dress and department, when everyone turns out in pajamas and every second word is "fuck" and its variants.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh
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It is easy to dislike people in the abstract labels--but a simple reminder "There but for the grace of the Lord goeth I" and that we do not know their stories, struggles, and problems of those we see in public can produce a more charitable view.

Some of those people you see might drive you to get gas when your car is empty, help you in the parking lot when you fall, fix your flat on the side of the road, etc.

The parable of the Good Samaritan indicates that help will often come from those who aren't in our social group or status. We are all the Lord's children made in his own image.

Posted by: whig at September 06, 2025 11:08 AM (WDjG6)

308
I will pray for a miracle for you. The Rev beat long odds. May you as well.

_________

I've been asking Blessed Karl of Austria for intercession.

Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at September 06, 2025 11:08 AM (kkTda)

309 Would talk over you...
jsg -- I had a boss like that; I'd wait for a lull in the conversation, start talking, and the asshole would immediately start talking over me. Seemed on purpose. What a jerk. Fortunately, that shithead didn't last long at my particular group in the company.

Posted by: Angzarr the Cromulent at September 06, 2025 11:08 AM (XMwZJ)

310 naturalfake

The students are back in our University town. Many females are very fit, but with a limited clothing budget.

I just have one thought when I see them. One thought.

Is her grandmother widowed?

Posted by: NaCly Dog at September 06, 2025 11:09 AM (u82oZ)

311 I think there's something wrong with my coffee cup. When it gets down to about the last third of beverage, it's almost undrinkably cool.
🤔

God bless this mess.

Posted by: mindful webworker - starting Saturday the right way at September 06, 2025 11:09 AM (V9Tyv)

312 Sad.

Sad times for my eyeballs. *single tear rolls down cheek*
Posted by: naturalfake at September 06, 2025 11:04 AM (iJfKG)

You just made me think of that public service commercial I saw a lot as a kid which showed a Native American looking at a huge pile of garbage and a single tear rolling down his cheek. The message: don’t pollute because you’ll make this guy sad if you do

Posted by: LinusVanPelt at September 06, 2025 11:09 AM (WdMlw)

313 Mostly, these days, I'm seeing lots of painted on yoga pants and skin-tight belly shirts, which might be great on 7s-10s but most of these are 4s and below.

Sad.

Sad times for my eyeballs. *single tear rolls down cheek*
Posted by: naturalfake at September 06, 2025 11:04 AM (iJfKG)
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The coeds seem to be slimming down. Some years ago I had to go on campus for some reason and was shocked and saddened at all the chubbies. The return to campus his year seems to be a step up in the quality of the talent.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 11:09 AM (ZOv7s)

314 The lack of propriety and comportment isn't relegated to the poor.
People go to church in shorts. What kind of respect is that?
Posted by: Braenyard
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And yet be careful, that they are there to hear the Word is more important than how they are dressed.

The outside wrapping can bear little relation to what is inside the package. We only assume it does.

Posted by: whig at September 06, 2025 11:10 AM (WDjG6)

315 129
grammie winger - cheesehead at September 06, 2025 09:15 AM (SfhV1)

Grammie,
I pray that our Heavenly Father give you comfort and peace in your remaining time. I shed tears reading your post. Know that you are loved and we will miss you. But the j
Thank you for sharing your time and wisdom here. God Bless you.

Posted by: Our at September 06, 2025 11:10 AM (7v6oI)

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It is easy to dislike people in the abstract labels--but a simple reminder "There but for the grace of the Lord goeth I" and that we do not know their stories, struggles, and problems of those we see in public can produce a more charitable view.

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I'm an old man now and it's sometimes difficult to adjust to the times. I try to remember what you say when I get irritated.

Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at September 06, 2025 11:11 AM (kkTda)

317 This discussion reminds me of the Star Trek episode in which Kirk is split into a weak goody two shoes half and a strong asshole half. We might prefer that one half or the other were a bit more prominent but we need. Anyway, the Donks are pure f*cking evil so that's the end of the story for me.

Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Dinosaur Wrangler at September 06, 2025 11:12 AM (L/fGl)

318 Good morning good friends. I just wanted to let you all know how much I love you guys and how much this place has meant to me over many many years. I am being measured in days and weeks now, and soon I will go to that place that Jesus has prepared for me. I will miss you oh so much. Much love.
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Grammie you are loved and will be missed. Prayers for comfort and peace to you and your family. You have made an impact on many lives and will be remembered as a warrior for God! I can't wait to meet you one day in the place Jesus has prepared for us!🙏✝️

Posted by: lin-duh at September 06, 2025 11:13 AM (VCgbV)

319 It is easy to dislike people in the abstract labels--but a simple reminder "There but for the grace of the Lord goeth I" and that we do not know their stories, struggles, and problems of those we see in public can produce a more charitable view.

Posted by: whig at September 06, 2025 11:08 AM (WDjG6)
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I curse other drivers on a regular basis, but once the moment has passed, reflect that I have no idea what they are dealing with.

I do feel bad for a lot of people I see at the store. My office is very close to a Kroger, so I visit several times a week to make short, easy runs, and I know the staff by sight, and I feel bad for the weight gain and the tattoos and stuff.

Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at September 06, 2025 11:14 AM (ZOv7s)

320
Annuntio vobis gaudium magnum. Habemus nood!

Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at September 06, 2025 11:14 AM (kkTda)

321 The outside wrapping can bear little relation to what is inside the package. We only assume it does.
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Most of the time, people choose the way they look. So, it is a fair assessment of an outside indication of their respect for self and respect for others.

Posted by: Victor Tango Kilo at September 06, 2025 11:15 AM (otEGx)

322 Mostly, these days, I'm seeing lots of painted on yoga pants and skin-tight belly shirts, which might be great on 7s-10s but most of these are 4s and below.

Sad.

Sad times for my eyeballs. *single tear rolls down cheek*
Posted by: naturalfake at September 06, 2025 11:04 AM (iJfKG)

Bring on the "whale tails"!
--Walmart

Posted by: Our Country is Screwed at September 06, 2025 11:15 AM (7v6oI)

323 >>>=====
And yet be careful, that they are there to hear the Word is more important than how they are dressed.

The outside wrapping can bear little relation to what is inside the package. We only assume it does.
Posted by: whig
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I'm keep in context of the preponderance of casual dress, everywhere.
There was a time one didn't leave the house without wearing slacks, pressed shirt and good leather. Wear that today you're the odd man out.
It's a reflection on the laxity of today's culture.

Posted by: Braenyard - some Absent Friends are more equal than others _ at September 06, 2025 11:17 AM (NGa9E)

324 Unbelievable - the Trump Administration has been establishing the Great Lakes Naval Station north of Chicago as a base for immigration operations in Chicago, and the rumor is that the Feds will be deployed in Chicago this weekend.

And now there is this -

Chicago's Mayor ordered all city salt trucks to form a mobile roadblock to hinder ICE operations. IDOT deployed state plows and salt trucks early on 9/6/2025, moving slowly side-by-side on I-294, I-94, and the Edens Expressway, occupying all lanes into Chicago.

If true, I think that the Governor and Mayor have just crossed the line into insurrection.

Posted by: The ARC of History! at September 06, 2025 11:17 AM (xTIDn)

325 I’ve never understood the Christian Laettner hate. There was even a 30 for 30 documentary on ESPN all about the phenomenon of Laettner hate. He was never anywhere close to the most arrogant or annoying sports personality so the only reason I can think of is the 2 championships in a row Duke won while he was on the team. Of course lots of players had similar success (just one example Bill Walton) and weren’t hated at that level so who knows
Posted by: LinusVanPelt at September 06, 2025 10:59 AM (nrfI

Caitlyn Collins.

Posted by: Eromero at September 06, 2025 11:18 AM (LHPAg)

326 Brother just told me that Mom is agreeing to getting a pacemaker. Good news.

We still need to address the other aspect, that being her depression. She's always been prone to it, maybe because she is half Finnish.

Posted by: Mikey Alpha Kilo, Allegedly Pissed Off at September 06, 2025 11:19 AM (0aYVJ)

327 If true, I think that the Governor and Mayor have just crossed the line into insurrection.

Unclear if the report is valid or not.

Posted by: The ARC of History! at September 06, 2025 11:19 AM (xTIDn)

328 ------
I curse other drivers on a regular basis, but once the moment has passed, reflect that I have no idea what they are dealing with.
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Aside from a driver's personal problems; I can follow a car for to miles (usually within 30 seconds) without looking at the driver for identification, and tell you the sex and race of the driver.

Posted by: Braenyard - some Absent Friends are more equal than others _ at September 06, 2025 11:21 AM (NGa9E)

329 My mom is in the hospital, ICU, with bradycardia. Her heart rate had dropped to 30 bpm, but has improved, but is still low. She does not want a pacemaker, which might help matters. I spent much of last evening talking to my three brothers and two sisters on the phone. She lives with brother J and his wife, and they said that she just kind of shuffles around, not doing much. Brother K said much the same thing when she visited him and his wife for a few weeks.

We are at a loss for what to do. She seems to be giving up, but we do not want to put her in a "home."
Posted by: Mikey Alpha Kilo, Allegedly Pissed Off at September 06, 2025 09:59 AM (0aYVJ)

Bradycardia is my heart issue, but I am not giving up! A beta blocker seems to be helping to some extent, but it's not a "cure". Going for an angiogram on Monday. If no significant obstruction in the coronary blood vessels is disclosed, then I might be a candidate for ablation treatment of the misfiring ventricular node. Do not want a pacemaker, as I do a lot of welding.

I hope your Mom gets well soon.

Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at September 06, 2025 11:21 AM (Jj3ts)

330 I'm an old man now and it's sometimes difficult to adjust to the times. I try to remember what you say when I get irritated.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh
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I grew up in farm country around a lot of people that had 'rough' appearances but hearts of gold. Later, I worked at Sears back in the day and would notice other salesmen treating those customers who weren't dressed well badly.

I tried my best to be as courteous and as kind to those customers as the ones that were dressed to the nines. And, you soon learned what was on the outside was far less important than what you could discover by simple conversation and interaction with the customer.

Long story made short--don't judge a book by its cover and our discomfort may come in part because we expect others to conform with our own self image.

Posted by: whig at September 06, 2025 11:23 AM (WDjG6)

331 326 Brother just told me that Mom is agreeing to getting a pacemaker. Good news.
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Tell her not to worry. She'll feel better. Take the sticking and keep on ticking.
_is good

Posted by: Braenyard - some Absent Friends are more equal than others _ at September 06, 2025 11:23 AM (NGa9E)

332 I hope your Mom gets well soon.
Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at September 06, 2025 11:21 AM (Jj3ts)

thanks, man. She has agreed to the pacemaker.

Posted by: Mikey Alpha Kilo, Allegedly Pissed Off at September 06, 2025 11:24 AM (0aYVJ)

333 Nood

Posted by: LinusVanPelt at September 06, 2025 11:24 AM (jSZ9s)

334 * I took it as a sign. No mackerel snapping for VTK.*

Hey. We've got fried chicken every Wednesday night.

Posted by: Southern Baptists at September 06, 2025 11:24 AM (XQo4F)

335 We are at a loss for what to do. She seems to be giving up, but we do not want to put her in a "home."
Posted by: Mikey Alpha Kilo
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Have you talked with her heart to heart? Maybe that might be a start--letting her say her piece before her kids in a safe and comforting way without presupposing what she might say.

Posted by: whig at September 06, 2025 11:25 AM (WDjG6)

336 Grammie your news breaks my heart. I've followed you since the pre crazy LGF days when you were mama winger. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.

Posted by: Tuna at September 06, 2025 11:25 AM (lJ0H4)

337 Posted by: grammie winger - cheesehead at September 06, 2025 09:15 AM

Continued praye4s for you and you family, grammie. 🙏

Posted by: RedMindBlueState at September 06, 2025 11:26 AM (Wnv9h)

338 Prayers, dammit. Stupid fat fingers.

Posted by: RedMindBlueState at September 06, 2025 11:26 AM (Wnv9h)

339 Long story made short--don't judge a book by its cover and our discomfort may come in part because we expect others to conform with our own self image.
Posted by: whig
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I lived in the ATL for 5 years and rode MARTA (train, not bus) every weekday for 3 of those years. One thing I noticed - the people who offered me their seats were invariably young black men who looked somewhat sketchy - saggy pants, dreads, etc. I never minded standing, since I'd been sitting on my carcass all day at the library and would not expect a man to give up his seat for an ambulatory, healthy middle aged female (me). So I don't judge the well dressed guys. But I'm a little less judgmental of young guys with a "hood" appearance. Hopefully, without giving up any situational awareness.

Posted by: screaming in digital at September 06, 2025 11:34 AM (16V99)

340 Prayers up for all. May God bless and comfort you and your family grammie.

Posted by: Mick at September 06, 2025 11:43 AM (HFx9z)

341 I realize that the thread is long since superseded now, but I wanted to add to the respect and love for grammie winger. Her comment today left both me and MiladyJo in tears. Never interfaced with her much, but have followed her, and the Rev, and pray for them both.

Not being very good with words in such instances, I thought to quote some of other folks' fine statements, but I think I'll just copypaste this one:

Grammie Winger

I will pray for a miracle for you. The Rev beat long odds. May you as well.

You are a very special person, who enriches my life and those of others.
Posted by: NaCly Dog

Posted by: mindful webworker - God bless this thread at September 06, 2025 12:31 PM (V9Tyv)

342 I put my brother on ivermectin for his pancreatic cancer Memorial Day. Last week's biopsy came back clear, and the doctor's aren't the slightest bit interested. Kinda weird, huh?

Posted by: Jeff E at September 06, 2025 03:35 PM (1qo2G)

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