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The Classical Saturday Coffee Break & Prayer Revival
2) Be kind. Be nice. The ban-hammer is omnipresent .
3) Running with sharp objects is not looked upon with approval. You have been notified.
4) Have a great weekend!
AoSHQ Weekly Prayer List Please submit any prayer requests to me, “Annie’s Stew” at apaslo at-sign hotmail dot com. Prayer requests are generally removed after four weeks unless we receive an update. Prayer Requests: 2/14 – L gave an update on her brother Ron. He has been in declining health for the last 6+ months, and has been transferred to a nice facility for hospice. They had been discussing this possibility for months. He would make improvements, then relapse, each time ending up more disabled. The best part is that he is at peace with the decision. He is aware enough to assist with the final plans and is enjoying parceling out his remaining possessions to family and friends. L’s daughter’s cardiac recovery continues. L says she cannot thank all sufficiently for the many prayers.
3/21 Update – Ron’s struggle is over. He died on 3/9. His 65th birthday would have been 3/22. His funeral was well attended and many people described him as their “best friend”. Despite never being married of having children, he leaves a legacy to be proud of. L’s daughter has finally recovered enough to start cardiac rehab. They expect great progress. L and her husband are rebuilding their relationship after putting it on the back burner for far too long, and working to get healthier. Thanks to everyone who prayed. It has meant a lot. 3/5 – IrishEi has learned that she needs major surgery on 3/16, and she would really appreciate prayers.
4/4 Update – Irish Ei posted her health update. She quit smoking 8-10 years ago, after reading Alan Carr’s “Easy Way to Quit Smoking”, on Ace’s recommendation. Since then, she has gone for the annual low-dose CT scan of her lungs that is offered to smokers/former smokers. They were always negative, until this year. She had one very small spot, which was confirmed as Stage I CA. The spot was removed, and no chemo or radiation is needed. She has been home for a week and is feeling better and stronger every day. She did want to encourage everyone to take whatever screenings are offered. She had no symptoms at all, and her doctor had suggested that she could stop with the annual CT scans. But early detection is crucial. 3/10 – Update on Susan, who we have been praying for as she battles cancer. She is hospitalized again with an infection in her colon that quickly turned bad. The doctor says the signs are sepsis but they are running tests to make sure. The good news is that the pancreatic cancer was and is responding to the chemo and her cancer numbers are going down. God bless and thank you!
3/23 Update – Susan finally was able to come home. She is doing better than expected. Thanks to everyone for your prayers. 3/14 – Retired Buckeye Cop asks for prayers for Mrs. Cop’s cousin, “A.B”. He has been diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver. He is a retired police officer who was hit by a car years ago. He attempted to deal with the pain by self-medicating with too much Tylenol, which ended up poisoning his liver. His only alternative is a liver transplant, but he is uncertain if he wants to have surgery.
3/21 Update – A.B.’s situation isn’t quite as dire as originally thought. It’s still bad, but his readings are better than originally thought. 3/18 – TecumsehTea requests prayers, as her husband was fired from a job he enjoyed very much on 3/17. Prayers are needed for peace, direction, and clarity. They trust God will provide the right job at the right time, and that He would give them peace in the waiting. TecumsehTea is still dealing with the effects of her heart attack last July. Prayers for healing, as her BP continues to be unstable. Chronic Lyme disease and autoimmune disease complicates everything. She trusts that God is faithful and good and He will take care of their needs.
4/8 Update – TecumsehTea reports that God heard lots of prayers on their behalf, and has blessed MrTea with a new job. He starts 4/20. It has a shorter commute and a pay raise. Praise God for His provision. She is also seeing some improvement in her blood pressure. It seems to be leveling out, which she is very thankful for. Many thanks to all who prayed for them. 3/21 – FenelonSpoke asked for prayers for her son, who is still looking for work. He has a horticulture major, and would ideally like something related to research, but he is certainly willing to labor outdoors. 3/21 – Count de Monet gave prayers of thanks for a son who has been accepted into the IBEW Apprenticeship program. He will earn while he learns for 4 years on his way to becoming a Journeyman Electrician. 3/21 – pookysgirl asked for prayers as they start IVF again. 3/22 – Retired Buckeye Cop has a happy prayer request. His 16 year old grandson said he is feeling a call to the priesthood within the Catholic Church. He is a devout young man who has particular compassion for the poor. (He thinks he might want to be a Franciscan friar.) Please pray for L. H. as he pursues the vocation of religious life. 3/24 – GMAC posted that he has received his death sentence. His prostate cancer has metastasized into his bones. Medication will slow it down, but there is no stopping it. He doesn’t know how much time he has, but plans to do some travelling while he can. He sends his compliments to “the wittiest group of morons” he has ever had the pleasure of reading. He will still be lurking. 3/28 – Cosda posted the happy news that a new grandson should be arriving on 3/28. 3/28 – Defenestratus asked for prayers for grief at the loss of a dear friend and boss of 20 years, who passed away unexpectedly on St. Patrick’s Day. 3/28 – San Franpsycho posted that Pnina bat Surel is not improving, sadly. She has had a third hospitalization, and this has taken a toll on her. She is not bouncing back like she has before. 3/28 – From about The Time posted that prayers would be appreciated after the last chemo treatment for Lymphoma. It went reasonably well - thanks for the prayers. 3/28 – Hrothgar asked for prayers for a dear and long time close friend and former neighbor, Daniel, who is scheduled for open heart surgery in mid-April. Prayers for his wife would be appreciated as well, as she will be carrying a heavy load for the next few months. 3/28 – NR Pax posted an update on his father, who we had prayed for in January after his stroke. Dad is going through PT and OT every day at home. Mom got some cooperative people at the VA and a note was put in his record that he was not to have any appointments more than fifteen miles from his house. Things are still rough as Mom is handling things like taxes, investment accounts, and the banking. And Dad’s condition is stable, but it will change sooner or later. But they are living in a great retirement community and he’ll be taken care of. 3/28 – Jordan61 posted that Mr. Jordan61 is back in the hospital. His sepsis has returned and gotten into where his compression fracture is, and he has vertebral osteomyelitis. The doctor is supposed to come in today and let them know the plan. 4/3 – Teresa in Fort Worth posted an update. Her chemo seems to be holding things steady for now. Unfortunately, as she is receiving a steroid, she has gained about 25 pounds. Her blood sugar has also jumped up about 40 points (which only happens when she is on steroids). 4/4 – Reforger posted that his wife’s father passed away on 4/3. After a 50 year battle with Hep C, he fell and broke his neck. He lasted about a month, in and out of induced comas, and now the pain is over. Reforger lost his father on Holy Saturday (years ago) and now his wife lost her father on Good Friday.
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.
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Good morning Mis Hum and Horde
Posted by: Skip at April 11, 2026 08:01 AM (Ia/+0)
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Good morning!
Posted by: All Hail Eris, She-Wolf of the 'Ettes 'Ettes. at April 11, 2026 08:03 AM (kpS4V)
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COFFEVE!!!
Posted by: man at April 11, 2026 08:03 AM (XuXeR)
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 08:05 AM (tgvbd)
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I often see stuff for coffee break picture but never seem to pass it on.
Posted by: Skip at April 11, 2026 08:06 AM (Ia/+0)
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En mi casa toman Bustelo.
Posted by: Caffiend at April 11, 2026 08:06 AM (oftw2)
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The best part of waking up is Folger's in your cup.
Posted by: Mrs. Olson's Ghost at April 11, 2026 08:07 AM (oftw2)
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I often see stuff for coffee break picture but never seem to pass it on.
Posted by: Skip
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You need more coffee!
Posted by: Skip
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You need more coffee!
Posted by: 2009Refugee at April 11, 2026 08:07 AM (gpQ8/)
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I put ghee in my coffee.
I'm a gheezer.
I'm a gheezer.
Posted by: Quarter Twenty at April 11, 2026 08:08 AM (2Ez/1)
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Good Saturday morning, horde!
Prayers for all listed, and others who are not.
I have a story for you, of divine intervention and gratitude. It may take two posts...
Prayers for all listed, and others who are not.
I have a story for you, of divine intervention and gratitude. It may take two posts...
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at April 11, 2026 08:09 AM (h7ZuX)
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I got Mom out for a walk Thursday, on a nice path near the house by a golf course. She was feeling pretty good, and opted not to sit and rest on the bench on our first pass by it. We rested on the way back, but probably not long enough. On the way back to the car, she was struggling up the slope, but didn’t want to stop and sit on the walker seat. We made it to the car, and that’s where it all went south.
As I was trying to get her turned to get in the car, she lost her strength and the walker smashed up against the open edge of the door. She couldn’t move her feet or legs, and started sinking to the ground. I was trying to lift her back up, but she didn’t have anything left to push up with. Now she was tangled inside the walker, knees on the ground, and I know it was hurting her.
cont...
I got Mom out for a walk Thursday, on a nice path near the house by a golf course. She was feeling pretty good, and opted not to sit and rest on the bench on our first pass by it. We rested on the way back, but probably not long enough. On the way back to the car, she was struggling up the slope, but didn’t want to stop and sit on the walker seat. We made it to the car, and that’s where it all went south.
As I was trying to get her turned to get in the car, she lost her strength and the walker smashed up against the open edge of the door. She couldn’t move her feet or legs, and started sinking to the ground. I was trying to lift her back up, but she didn’t have anything left to push up with. Now she was tangled inside the walker, knees on the ground, and I know it was hurting her.
cont...
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at April 11, 2026 08:09 AM (h7ZuX)
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I have met Misanthropic Humanitarian, and that photo is the spitting image of him!
Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo at April 11, 2026 08:09 AM (Vg570)
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Morning, 'rons and 'ronettes. 47 brisk degrees here at Stately Poppins Manor, with a high in the mid 50s predicted.
I finished the chapter I was working on yesterday, though I'm not happy with it. However, there are still rewrites to be done, so it will be enough for now. I've got a scene to sketch out today, but once that's done, I'm not planning to do anything but sit and read.
I finished the chapter I was working on yesterday, though I'm not happy with it. However, there are still rewrites to be done, so it will be enough for now. I've got a scene to sketch out today, but once that's done, I'm not planning to do anything but sit and read.
Posted by: Mary Poppins' Practically Perfect Piercing (aka Eloquent Depression) at April 11, 2026 08:09 AM (ufSfZ)
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2/2
She was starting to cry, and said, “where is a helper when you need one?”
AT THAT MOMENT, a truck pulled up beside us, and a young man hopped out and ran over to us. Friends, I am here to tell you, Jesus sent us a weightlifter! “Can I just pick her up and put her in the car?” he asked? “Oh, gosh, you can do that? Yes! Yes!”
He scooped her up like she was a child, and set her in the seat. We were so grateful! We thanked him, and he made sure we were ok, and got his dog and trotted off on down the path. GOD. IS. GOOD.
She was starting to cry, and said, “where is a helper when you need one?”
AT THAT MOMENT, a truck pulled up beside us, and a young man hopped out and ran over to us. Friends, I am here to tell you, Jesus sent us a weightlifter! “Can I just pick her up and put her in the car?” he asked? “Oh, gosh, you can do that? Yes! Yes!”
He scooped her up like she was a child, and set her in the seat. We were so grateful! We thanked him, and he made sure we were ok, and got his dog and trotted off on down the path. GOD. IS. GOOD.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at April 11, 2026 08:09 AM (h7ZuX)
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I wake up at 6:15 (although I would have liked to have slept longer) because the cat was yowling to go outside.
We let him be an indoor/outdoor cat because a) he likes it and b) that way we don’t have to deal with a stinky litter box in the house. And lack of litter box is why I get up and let him out when he yowls.
We had one cat who was highly intelligent, she knew we didn’t like to be woken up and if she just had to pee, she’d jump into the bathtub and pee directly down the drain. Caught her doing it a couple of times, was amazed she figured that out. Lived to be 17 or 18, one of our favorite pets ever.
We let him be an indoor/outdoor cat because a) he likes it and b) that way we don’t have to deal with a stinky litter box in the house. And lack of litter box is why I get up and let him out when he yowls.
We had one cat who was highly intelligent, she knew we didn’t like to be woken up and if she just had to pee, she’d jump into the bathtub and pee directly down the drain. Caught her doing it a couple of times, was amazed she figured that out. Lived to be 17 or 18, one of our favorite pets ever.
Posted by: Tom Servo at April 11, 2026 08:13 AM (txiLK)
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@14 Dash! that is a great story!
Posted by: runner at April 11, 2026 08:14 AM (GD0B3)
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12 I have met Misanthropic Humanitarian, and that photo is the spitting image of him!
Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo
Loses some Man-Points for that dainty coffee cup.
Posted by: CharlieBrown'sDildo
Loses some Man-Points for that dainty coffee cup.
Posted by: Rock-ribbed Straight Guy at April 11, 2026 08:14 AM (oftw2)
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g'mornin' again, 'rons
g'mornin' again, 'rons
Posted by: AltonJackson at April 11, 2026 08:14 AM (2/MrR)
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Good morning again dear horde with thanks to annie and mh you morons for praying
fenelon's son got a job this week too b"h
{TiFW} is in Austin seeing George Strait
SmelltheGlove is still in SNF
{grammie}
fenelon's son got a job this week too b"h
{TiFW} is in Austin seeing George Strait
SmelltheGlove is still in SNF
{grammie}
Posted by: San Franpsycho at April 11, 2026 08:15 AM (RIvkX)
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Glory to the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen.
Hail Mary, full of grace, blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
Tomorrow is Divine Mercy Sunday! Jesus, I trust in you.
I prayed Rosaries for the Horde's intentions, both stated and unstated.
Hail Mary, full of grace, blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
Tomorrow is Divine Mercy Sunday! Jesus, I trust in you.
I prayed Rosaries for the Horde's intentions, both stated and unstated.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 08:16 AM (ksbjf)
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I'm brewing a pot of half Rootless Coffee's Dark and half Bones Coffee's Maple Bacon, because too much is never enough.
Posted by: All Hail Eris, She-Wolf of the 'Ettes 'Ettes. at April 11, 2026 08:16 AM (kpS4V)
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Had a couple of disturbing incidents during Lent. Occasionally, circumstances dictate I fulfill my Sunday Obligation at my local Novus Ordo parish. There are no Communion rails and the Eucharist is distributed by Extraordinary Ministers. So be it, but I won't, for good and proper reasons, take Communion in the hand.
A few weeks ago, I went up to receive. I'm rather tall and the Extraordinary Minister was rather short. I don't know what happened, but she didn't place it properly and the Host fell to the floor (no Communion plate). Needless to say, I was mortified. Catholics believe (or are supposed to believe) in the Real Presence.
I was willing to pass it off later as a one-off occasion, but I had to attend the Easter Vigil Mass there. Different Extraordinary Minister, but very nearly the same catastrophe.
In the absence of a rail or kneeler, my balance won't let me kneel to receive. So the only real option is not to receive at all. This is annoying.
Had a couple of disturbing incidents during Lent. Occasionally, circumstances dictate I fulfill my Sunday Obligation at my local Novus Ordo parish. There are no Communion rails and the Eucharist is distributed by Extraordinary Ministers. So be it, but I won't, for good and proper reasons, take Communion in the hand.
A few weeks ago, I went up to receive. I'm rather tall and the Extraordinary Minister was rather short. I don't know what happened, but she didn't place it properly and the Host fell to the floor (no Communion plate). Needless to say, I was mortified. Catholics believe (or are supposed to believe) in the Real Presence.
I was willing to pass it off later as a one-off occasion, but I had to attend the Easter Vigil Mass there. Different Extraordinary Minister, but very nearly the same catastrophe.
In the absence of a rail or kneeler, my balance won't let me kneel to receive. So the only real option is not to receive at all. This is annoying.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 08:17 AM (tgvbd)
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16 @14 Dash! that is a great story!
Posted by: runner at April 11, 2026 08:14 AM (GD0B3)
Yes, thank you! That church parking lot where we park is always empty--I've never seen another soul there. I was going to have to call a squad to help me get her up, but I couldn't even get her onto her side, because she was tangled up in and under the walker. She would have been in agony while waited.
Posted by: runner at April 11, 2026 08:14 AM (GD0B3)
Yes, thank you! That church parking lot where we park is always empty--I've never seen another soul there. I was going to have to call a squad to help me get her up, but I couldn't even get her onto her side, because she was tangled up in and under the walker. She would have been in agony while waited.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at April 11, 2026 08:17 AM (h7ZuX)
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fenelon's son got a job this week too b"h
{TiFW} is in Austin seeing George Strait
SmelltheGlove is still in SNF
{grammie}
Posted by: San Franpsycho at April 11, 2026 08:15 AM (RIvkX)
And, hiya JT!
{TiFW} is in Austin seeing George Strait
SmelltheGlove is still in SNF
{grammie}
Posted by: San Franpsycho at April 11, 2026 08:15 AM (RIvkX)
And, hiya JT!
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at April 11, 2026 08:18 AM (h7ZuX)
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Memory circuits aren’t what they once were, I believe there are 4 Apollo Moonwalkers still alive in 2026 - Aldrin, Duke, Scott, Schmittt. But somebody mentioned 6 Apollo guys total still living. Schweikert, maybe? Who is the other guy?
Posted by: Common Tater at April 11, 2026 08:18 AM (L7CUp)
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Dash, that is a wonderful bit of grace. People can be wonderful.
Posted by: All Hail Eris, She-Wolf of the 'Ettes 'Ettes. at April 11, 2026 08:19 AM (kpS4V)
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Dash what a great story
I am sure he was very gentle but just a note of caution that elders who have fallen depending on circumstances could be injured if not lifted properly. Doing so safely requires some training. A good rule is if the person is clearly injured or cannot assist in any way in getting up, to call 911 and ask for a "lift assist"
I am sure he was very gentle but just a note of caution that elders who have fallen depending on circumstances could be injured if not lifted properly. Doing so safely requires some training. A good rule is if the person is clearly injured or cannot assist in any way in getting up, to call 911 and ask for a "lift assist"
Posted by: San Franpsycho at April 11, 2026 08:21 AM (RIvkX)
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That's amazing dash! So glad she's ok.
Posted by: lin-duh is offended at April 11, 2026 08:21 AM (VCgbV)
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 08:21 AM (tgvbd)
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Yesterday's "God incident" in which I am blessed by seeing the love, grace, kindness, etc of God. There were handmade signs- possibly made by kids- at a local church. They ( 2 of them) said -on bright, yellow paper "Thank you, Jesus!" I thought it was a sweet way to give thanks for the resurrection and it gave me a smile.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at April 11, 2026 08:22 AM (m6Eem)
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I think maybe Folgers cheaped out on their beans. I’m old enough to remember when they didn’t have 35 different flavors. It was just … Folgers. Maybe they had a choice of “Drip grind” and … something else, but that was it.
If you were pulling CQ duty or cramming for an exam, Folger’s was the Stuff. Make a strong pot, and you’d be bouncing off the walls. Forget studying, but at least you were awake.
If you were pulling CQ duty or cramming for an exam, Folger’s was the Stuff. Make a strong pot, and you’d be bouncing off the walls. Forget studying, but at least you were awake.
Posted by: Common Tater at April 11, 2026 08:24 AM (L7CUp)
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Memory circuits aren’t what they once were, I believe there are 4 Apollo Moonwalkers still alive in 2026 - Aldrin, Duke, Scott, Schmittt. But somebody mentioned 6 Apollo guys total still living. Schweikert, maybe? Who is the other guy?
Posted by: Common Tater at April 11, 2026 08:18 AM (L7CUp)
Those are the four who walked on the moon. Fred Haise is also still alive, but he orbited the moon.
Posted by: Common Tater at April 11, 2026 08:18 AM (L7CUp)
Those are the four who walked on the moon. Fred Haise is also still alive, but he orbited the moon.
Posted by: Vendette at April 11, 2026 08:24 AM (1ieqq)
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...There are no Communion rails and the Eucharist is distributed by Extraordinary Ministers. So be it, but I won't, for good and proper reasons, take Communion in the hand.
...I don't know what happened, but she didn't place it properly and the Host fell to the floor (no Communion plate). Needless to say, I was mortified. Catholics believe (or are supposed to believe) in the Real Presence.
...
In the absence of a rail or kneeler, my balance won't let me kneel to receive. So the only real option is not to receive at all. This is annoying.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 08:17 AM (tgvbd)
It's a problem with poor training of Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (not a fan of that ministry, myself). Someone should be in charge of their training. We had the same problem, and I was able to get their trainer to let them practice distributing the Host upon the tongue by using unconsecrated hosts.
...I don't know what happened, but she didn't place it properly and the Host fell to the floor (no Communion plate). Needless to say, I was mortified. Catholics believe (or are supposed to believe) in the Real Presence.
...
In the absence of a rail or kneeler, my balance won't let me kneel to receive. So the only real option is not to receive at all. This is annoying.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 08:17 AM (tgvbd)
It's a problem with poor training of Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (not a fan of that ministry, myself). Someone should be in charge of their training. We had the same problem, and I was able to get their trainer to let them practice distributing the Host upon the tongue by using unconsecrated hosts.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 08:25 AM (ksbjf)
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brcc ak
Posted by: r hennigantx at April 11, 2026 08:25 AM (/+uur)
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Wow!! Dash, what a cool experience! God IS good. How is your mom doing now? Does she have those spells very often?
Posted by: TecumsehTea at April 11, 2026 08:26 AM (nz1sK)
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In the absence of a rail or kneeler, my balance won't let me kneel to receive. So the only real option is not to receive at all. This is annoying.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 08:17 AM (tgvbd)
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Once we had a really tall rabbi and really short cantor. They kept a wooden milkcrate behind the lectern and when the cantor went up, she stood on the milkcrate.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 08:17 AM (tgvbd)
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Once we had a really tall rabbi and really short cantor. They kept a wooden milkcrate behind the lectern and when the cantor went up, she stood on the milkcrate.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at April 11, 2026 08:26 AM (RIvkX)
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I am sure he was very gentle but just a note of caution that elders who have fallen depending on circumstances could be injured if not lifted properly.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at April 11, 2026 08:21 AM (RIvkX)
He put one arm around her back, and the other under her knees, from the side. It was perfect. I, on the other hand, was afraid I was going to break her ribs the way I was trying to lift her.
I hope that young man receives boundless blessings.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at April 11, 2026 08:21 AM (RIvkX)
He put one arm around her back, and the other under her knees, from the side. It was perfect. I, on the other hand, was afraid I was going to break her ribs the way I was trying to lift her.
I hope that young man receives boundless blessings.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at April 11, 2026 08:27 AM (h7ZuX)
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I sent an update to Annie's Stew but I guess it was too late to make the prayer thread this week. Mr. Jordan61 was released from the hospital on 4/1, and I'm administering IV antibiotics every 8 hours for six weeks. He's bed-bound and was in a LOT of pain, nothing they gave him would even touch it. Not oxy, fentanyl, dilaudid, nothing. Fortunately the last couple of days have shown improvement, the pain has lessened, and he's been able to sit up a bit and even stand for a few seconds with the assistance of a walker.
Posted by: Jordan61 at April 11, 2026 08:27 AM (W2ips)
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Dash you have guarding Angel watching over you
Posted by: Skip at April 11, 2026 08:28 AM (Ia/+0)
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!!! I knew that, thanks. Fred Haise. Possibly one of the coolest guys alive, ever.
He does a lot of live podcasts and “interacts” as the kids say, with viewers. Really cool, I told him I wish he would do that once a week.
I always thought Alan Shepard was an asshole, bumping all those guys in line. He hadn’t flown for about ten years, and since he was in charge of the astronaut office scheduled himself to be on the next mission. Apollo 13. They decided he needed to train more, however, and swapped crews to 14.
Anyway, that’s basically why Haise lost his chance
He does a lot of live podcasts and “interacts” as the kids say, with viewers. Really cool, I told him I wish he would do that once a week.
I always thought Alan Shepard was an asshole, bumping all those guys in line. He hadn’t flown for about ten years, and since he was in charge of the astronaut office scheduled himself to be on the next mission. Apollo 13. They decided he needed to train more, however, and swapped crews to 14.
Anyway, that’s basically why Haise lost his chance
Posted by: Common Tater at April 11, 2026 08:29 AM (L7CUp)
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Lavazza Perfetto
Posted by: Mr Aspirin Factory at April 11, 2026 08:29 AM (nESHF)
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Jordan61, thank you for the update. Prayers continue for his recovery. You must be wreck! Prayers continue for you, also!
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at April 11, 2026 08:32 AM (h7ZuX)
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Jordan61, what is causing the pain for your husband?
Posted by: TecumsehTea at April 11, 2026 08:34 AM (nz1sK)
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"If you were pulling CQ duty [...]"
As an SDO, I'd do one of my rounds around 4am local time; if you're going to find someone working a non-constant night shift, that's when they'll nod off. I'd fuck with the sleeping CQs that I found by writing an entry in their logs that I found them asleep and then ask their company 1SGT the next day if there was something odd in the company CQ log.
Yeah, I could have lit up the sleeping CQ and put that in MY log, but I thought that letting the company 1SGT know that HIS CQ was fucking up without battalion knowing about it would end up with better results.
As an SDO, I'd do one of my rounds around 4am local time; if you're going to find someone working a non-constant night shift, that's when they'll nod off. I'd fuck with the sleeping CQs that I found by writing an entry in their logs that I found them asleep and then ask their company 1SGT the next day if there was something odd in the company CQ log.
Yeah, I could have lit up the sleeping CQ and put that in MY log, but I thought that letting the company 1SGT know that HIS CQ was fucking up without battalion knowing about it would end up with better results.
Posted by: Richard Cranium at April 11, 2026 08:34 AM (u5xQp)
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33 ...There are no Communion rails and the Eucharist is distributed by Extraordinary Ministers. So be it, but I won't, for good and proper reasons, take Communion in the hand.
...I don't know what happened, but she didn't place it properly and the Host fell to the floor (no Communion plate). Needless to say, I was mortified. Catholics believe (or are supposed to believe) in the Real Presence.
...
In the absence of a rail or kneeler, my balance won't let me kneel to receive. So the only real option is not to receive at all. This is annoying.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 08:17 AM (tgvbd)
If you are really tall, it's always going to be a problem for anyone to give communion on the tongue if they are short (having been in a Church with a priest giving communion from a wheelchair, this is not gonna be limited to lay ministers). Have you thought about buying and donating a single portable heavy duty kneeler with rails for the Church, that could be used either at the beginning or end of the Communion process for anyone who wants to receive on the tongue? It wouldn't be an expensive purchase.
...I don't know what happened, but she didn't place it properly and the Host fell to the floor (no Communion plate). Needless to say, I was mortified. Catholics believe (or are supposed to believe) in the Real Presence.
...
In the absence of a rail or kneeler, my balance won't let me kneel to receive. So the only real option is not to receive at all. This is annoying.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 08:17 AM (tgvbd)
If you are really tall, it's always going to be a problem for anyone to give communion on the tongue if they are short (having been in a Church with a priest giving communion from a wheelchair, this is not gonna be limited to lay ministers). Have you thought about buying and donating a single portable heavy duty kneeler with rails for the Church, that could be used either at the beginning or end of the Communion process for anyone who wants to receive on the tongue? It wouldn't be an expensive purchase.
Posted by: Nova Local at April 11, 2026 08:34 AM (tOcjL)
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Why do I keep getting �Annie�s in place of an apostrophe? In both Firefox and Windows Edge.
Posted by: zekesmom at April 11, 2026 08:34 AM (fkxv5)
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Thanks for the prayers for Mrs. Cop's cousin, "A.B." He was diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver due to taking too much Tylenol to self-medicate chronic pain (he's been hit by a car years ago - back when he was a police officer). He was told he would need a liver transplant.
He got a 2nd opinion and testing determined his "liver score" was 15 (21+ means transplant time). Bad but not at critical as initially thought.
He went to the Cleveland Clinic for a 3rd opinion, and testing found that his score had dropped to 9 and a liver transplant was not even something to consider. The doctor suspected a reaction to Ozempic, told him to stop taking it and see him in 6 months.
This all has been within a couple of months.
He got a 2nd opinion and testing determined his "liver score" was 15 (21+ means transplant time). Bad but not at critical as initially thought.
He went to the Cleveland Clinic for a 3rd opinion, and testing found that his score had dropped to 9 and a liver transplant was not even something to consider. The doctor suspected a reaction to Ozempic, told him to stop taking it and see him in 6 months.
This all has been within a couple of months.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 08:35 AM (ksbjf)
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Watching Alfred Hitchcock Defensive Ranking
Posted by: Skip at April 11, 2026 08:35 AM (Ia/+0)
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Thanks to all the dear folks for their prayers for. My son.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at April 11, 2026 08:36 AM (6jy2V)
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Somehow certain non letters does strange things here
Posted by: Skip at April 11, 2026 08:37 AM (Ia/+0)
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It's a problem with poor training of Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (not a fan of that ministry, myself).
It's all part and parcel of the same insidious operation. Something is changed for extraordinary reasons. The emergency becomes normal. Then the normal becomes mandatory.
Thus we've moved from receiving on the tongue to receiving in the hand. And from kneeling reverently to receive the Lord to standing. And if you don't do these things, you'll look performative and/or get chastised.
It's a problem with poor training of Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (not a fan of that ministry, myself).
It's all part and parcel of the same insidious operation. Something is changed for extraordinary reasons. The emergency becomes normal. Then the normal becomes mandatory.
Thus we've moved from receiving on the tongue to receiving in the hand. And from kneeling reverently to receive the Lord to standing. And if you don't do these things, you'll look performative and/or get chastised.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 08:37 AM (tgvbd)
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I missed it, Fenelon. What kind of job did he find? Is it what he hoped for? I know he's glad to be working, no matter what.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at April 11, 2026 08:37 AM (h7ZuX)
Posted by: Mary Poppins' Practically Perfect Piercing (aka Eloquent Depression) at April 11, 2026 08:38 AM (ufSfZ)
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Posted by: Jordan61 at April 11, 2026 08:27 AM (W2ips)
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Prayer for speedy and complete recovery.
Maybe some morphine.
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Prayer for speedy and complete recovery.
Maybe some morphine.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at April 11, 2026 08:39 AM (RIvkX)
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Hadrian, why do you prefer not to have the Host in your hand?
We are LCMS Lutheran, and our host is also consecrated, but we do receive in the hand. Used to be on the tongue, way back. I'm just curious. If it's too personal, disregard the question.
We are LCMS Lutheran, and our host is also consecrated, but we do receive in the hand. Used to be on the tongue, way back. I'm just curious. If it's too personal, disregard the question.
Posted by: TecumsehTea at April 11, 2026 08:39 AM (nz1sK)
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Hadrian, saw your comment above. Sorry.
Posted by: TecumsehTea at April 11, 2026 08:40 AM (nz1sK)
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May you be Frenched by the muse, Poppins.
Posted by: All Hail Eris, She-Wolf of the 'Ettes 'Ettes. at April 11, 2026 08:42 AM (kpS4V)
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I never tried to “get over”. I discovered long before I was a lousy crook and would always get caught anyway.
Just be where you’re supposed to be, doing what you’re supposed to be doing, in the right uniform, etc., and …. Amazingly enough there’s no problem. It’s easier that way.
Just be where you’re supposed to be, doing what you’re supposed to be doing, in the right uniform, etc., and …. Amazingly enough there’s no problem. It’s easier that way.
Posted by: Common Tater at April 11, 2026 08:42 AM (L7CUp)
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My God moment came about because the guy that had been cutting my hair for years decided he wanted to try his hand at being a car salesman. So he recommended a replacement.
She's a nice young woman, and her husband is police officer with experience in traffic crash reconstruction (my old skill-set). We got to talking about family and I discovered that she and her husband have been considering converting to the Catholic Church. I explained some of the teachings about the Eucharist, and recommended a couple of good introductory books.
She had obviously been doing her research and asked some very informed questions. I told her that I was a lay brother in the Order of Preachers (the Dominicans) and one of our charisms is Study, so this was right in my wheelhouse.
She's a nice young woman, and her husband is police officer with experience in traffic crash reconstruction (my old skill-set). We got to talking about family and I discovered that she and her husband have been considering converting to the Catholic Church. I explained some of the teachings about the Eucharist, and recommended a couple of good introductory books.
She had obviously been doing her research and asked some very informed questions. I told her that I was a lay brother in the Order of Preachers (the Dominicans) and one of our charisms is Study, so this was right in my wheelhouse.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 08:43 AM (ksbjf)
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Hadrian the Seventh,
The priest is the ordinary minister of Holy Communion.
Extraordinary ministers should only be used when there are not enough ordinary ministers.
I know that you already know that.
I never get in the line of an extraordinary minister. They don't have consecrated hands and neither them or me should be touching the Eucharist.
The priest is the ordinary minister of Holy Communion.
Extraordinary ministers should only be used when there are not enough ordinary ministers.
I know that you already know that.
I never get in the line of an extraordinary minister. They don't have consecrated hands and neither them or me should be touching the Eucharist.
Posted by: no one of any consequence at April 11, 2026 08:44 AM (qFwJc)
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btw, that's why I stopped being an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion.
Posted by: no one of any consequence at April 11, 2026 08:46 AM (qFwJc)
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Hadrian, why do you prefer not to have the Host in your hand?
We are LCMS Lutheran, and our host is also consecrated, but we do receive in the hand. Used to be on the tongue, way back. I'm just curious. If it's too personal, disregard the question.
Posted by: TecumsehTea at April 11, 2026 08:39 AM (nz1sK)
I can't speak for Hadrian, but I suspect his reasoning is the same as mine. The consecrated Host IS the body, blood, soul and divinity of Jesus Christ, not a symbol. I prefer to not to touch Him with my possibly dirty hands.
We are LCMS Lutheran, and our host is also consecrated, but we do receive in the hand. Used to be on the tongue, way back. I'm just curious. If it's too personal, disregard the question.
Posted by: TecumsehTea at April 11, 2026 08:39 AM (nz1sK)
I can't speak for Hadrian, but I suspect his reasoning is the same as mine. The consecrated Host IS the body, blood, soul and divinity of Jesus Christ, not a symbol. I prefer to not to touch Him with my possibly dirty hands.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 08:46 AM (ksbjf)
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Jordan61, what is causing the pain for your husband?
Posted by: TecumsehTea at April 11, 2026 08:34 AM (nz1sK)
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He has vertebral osteomyelitis, specifically in the T12-L1 section. From what I understand there isn't much they can do for the pain, we just have to wait for the antibiotics to work and the infection to clear.
Posted by: TecumsehTea at April 11, 2026 08:34 AM (nz1sK)
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He has vertebral osteomyelitis, specifically in the T12-L1 section. From what I understand there isn't much they can do for the pain, we just have to wait for the antibiotics to work and the infection to clear.
Posted by: Jordan61 at April 11, 2026 08:48 AM (W2ips)
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Hadrian, why do you prefer not to have the Host in your hand?
Catholics believe in the Real Presence. That is, that the Host, even the tiniest particle thereof, contains the whole of the Body and Blood of the Lord. It should, properly, be held only by the consecrated hands of a priest or ordained deacon. But let's leave that.
In the Traditional Latin Mass, during the Offertory the priest performs ablutions, cleaning his hands to make them worthy to hold the consecrated Host. After the Elevation, he keeps the right thumb and forefinger together thereafter. After Communion, he performs ablutions again, consuming the water, to return his hands to secular service. But the congregation cannot perform the proper ablutions to return their hands to normal usage. And this lack of care for the Sacred Species is why receiving in the hand is wrong.
Hadrian, why do you prefer not to have the Host in your hand?
Catholics believe in the Real Presence. That is, that the Host, even the tiniest particle thereof, contains the whole of the Body and Blood of the Lord. It should, properly, be held only by the consecrated hands of a priest or ordained deacon. But let's leave that.
In the Traditional Latin Mass, during the Offertory the priest performs ablutions, cleaning his hands to make them worthy to hold the consecrated Host. After the Elevation, he keeps the right thumb and forefinger together thereafter. After Communion, he performs ablutions again, consuming the water, to return his hands to secular service. But the congregation cannot perform the proper ablutions to return their hands to normal usage. And this lack of care for the Sacred Species is why receiving in the hand is wrong.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 08:48 AM (tgvbd)
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Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at April 11, 2026 08:37 AM (h7ZuX)
He will be working outside with care related to
plants and lawns. Not totally what he was looking for, but it is a job and they seemed to like him and have a good conversation in the interview. We are so thankful to God!
And thanks for asking, DMLW
He will be working outside with care related to
plants and lawns. Not totally what he was looking for, but it is a job and they seemed to like him and have a good conversation in the interview. We are so thankful to God!
And thanks for asking, DMLW
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at April 11, 2026 08:50 AM (+hwtP)
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From the Daily Tech News:
Which flips easiest?
Isuzu Trooper.
LOL. The day after the news came out that they tip over easy, I saw one tipped over.
Which flips easiest?
Isuzu Trooper.
LOL. The day after the news came out that they tip over easy, I saw one tipped over.
Posted by: no one of any consequence at April 11, 2026 08:51 AM (qFwJc)
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I never get in the line of an extraordinary minister. They don't have consecrated hands and neither them or me should be touching the Eucharist.
Posted by: no one of any consequence at April 11, 2026 08:44 AM (qFwJc)
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We don't use them at my parish, thankfully. Although it's the only one around that doesn't.
Posted by: no one of any consequence at April 11, 2026 08:44 AM (qFwJc)
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We don't use them at my parish, thankfully. Although it's the only one around that doesn't.
Posted by: Jordan61 at April 11, 2026 08:52 AM (W2ips)
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Swalwell can openly consort with the Chi-Coms and nothing happens.
But one manufactured 'kiss and cry rape' story and he's left a grease spot.
But one manufactured 'kiss and cry rape' story and he's left a grease spot.
Posted by: Ignoramus at April 11, 2026 08:54 AM (dtajH)
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“ The wicked draw the sword
and bend the bow
to bring down the poor and needy,
to slay those whose ways are upright.
But their swords will pierce their own hearts,
and their bows will be broken.”
Psalm 37:14-15
and bend the bow
to bring down the poor and needy,
to slay those whose ways are upright.
But their swords will pierce their own hearts,
and their bows will be broken.”
Psalm 37:14-15
Posted by: Marcus T at April 11, 2026 08:54 AM (aIYqR)
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Thanks, both Hadrian and Buckeye. We also believe in the real presence of Christ but in a slightly different way, so now I understand better the differences. And I see why you would not want to touch the Host.
Posted by: TecumsehTea at April 11, 2026 08:55 AM (nz1sK)
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65 Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at April 11, 2026 08:37 AM (h7ZuX)
He will be working outside with care related to
plants and lawns. Not totally what he was looking for, but it is a job and they seemed to like him and have a good conversation in the interview. We are so thankful to God!
And thanks for asking, DMLW
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at April 11, 2026 08:50 AM (+hwtP)
Excellent! And remember this is a stepping stone job, not a forever job. Now, he starts building to the forever job he wants
...
He will be working outside with care related to
plants and lawns. Not totally what he was looking for, but it is a job and they seemed to like him and have a good conversation in the interview. We are so thankful to God!
And thanks for asking, DMLW
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at April 11, 2026 08:50 AM (+hwtP)
Excellent! And remember this is a stepping stone job, not a forever job. Now, he starts building to the forever job he wants
...Posted by: Nova Local at April 11, 2026 08:55 AM (tOcjL)
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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, forever. 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.
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 April 11, 2026 08:55 AM (ZOv7s)
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But their swords will pierce their own hearts,
and their bows will be broken.”
Psalm 37:14-15
Posted by: Marcus T at April 11, 2026 08:54 AM (aIYqR)
MT just described how many (D)s end up falling on their own swords.
and their bows will be broken.”
Psalm 37:14-15
Posted by: Marcus T at April 11, 2026 08:54 AM (aIYqR)
MT just described how many (D)s end up falling on their own swords.
Posted by: r hennigantx at April 11, 2026 08:55 AM (/+uur)
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So my mind has been made up. If I have to go to an Ordinary Form Mass (not that it happens often), I won't receive. It's good to receive but it's not mandatory even in a state of grace. In fact, Catholics only have to receive once a year.
So my mind has been made up. If I have to go to an Ordinary Form Mass (not that it happens often), I won't receive. It's good to receive but it's not mandatory even in a state of grace. In fact, Catholics only have to receive once a year.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 08:56 AM (tgvbd)
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Someone should be in charge of their training. We had the same problem, and I was able to get their trainer to let them practice distributing the Host upon the tongue by using unconsecrated hosts.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 08:25 AM
or they could just watch this training video of gretchen whitmer (the jussie smollet of governors) showing the proper form for delivering the host
youtube.com/watch?v=myGEaRnOX6A
Someone should be in charge of their training. We had the same problem, and I was able to get their trainer to let them practice distributing the Host upon the tongue by using unconsecrated hosts.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 08:25 AM
or they could just watch this training video of gretchen whitmer (the jussie smollet of governors) showing the proper form for delivering the host
youtube.com/watch?v=myGEaRnOX6A
Posted by: AltonJackson at April 11, 2026 08:57 AM (2/MrR)
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Swalwell can openly consort with the Chi-Coms and nothing happens.
But one manufactured 'kiss and cry rape' story and he's left a grease spot.
Posted by: Ignoramus at April 11, 2026 08:54 AM (dtajH)
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Just remember their argument:
Too perverted to run for governor, but
Not too perverted to keep a Democrat seat in Congress
But one manufactured 'kiss and cry rape' story and he's left a grease spot.
Posted by: Ignoramus at April 11, 2026 08:54 AM (dtajH)
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Just remember their argument:
Too perverted to run for governor, but
Not too perverted to keep a Democrat seat in Congress
Posted by: San Franpsycho at April 11, 2026 08:58 AM (RIvkX)
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GOD. IS. GOOD.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at April 11, 2026 08:09 AM (h7ZuX)
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All the time! God be praised! I shall share your story with my family. Beautiful! I love this thread!
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at April 11, 2026 08:09 AM (h7ZuX)
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All the time! God be praised! I shall share your story with my family. Beautiful! I love this thread!
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 08:58 AM (ZOv7s)
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I had a Lenten faux pas. On 3/27 we got the call at 4am to rush Mr. Jordan61 to the ER because his blood test results showed sepsis. Around 7am they took him for a CT scan to try and find where the infection was coming from, so I went to the hospital coffee shop and grabbed a breakfast sandwich. It wasn't until a couple of hours later that I realized it was Friday and my breakfast sandwich had bacon on it.
Posted by: Jordan61 at April 11, 2026 08:58 AM (W2ips)
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Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at April 11, 2026 08:09 AM (h7ZuX)
Thank you for sharing that! He didn't just send help, he sent the person who could help the *most*.
Thank you for sharing that! He didn't just send help, he sent the person who could help the *most*.
Posted by: Polliwog the 'Ette at April 11, 2026 08:59 AM (lFFaq)
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There's something about Eric Swallwell that makes me want to projectile vomit.
Posted by: Northernlurker , Maple Syrup MAGA at April 11, 2026 09:00 AM (SKZ+Q)
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Thanks, both Hadrian and Buckeye. We also believe in the real presence of Christ but in a slightly different way, so now I understand better the differences. And I see why you would not want to touch the Host.
Posted by: TecumsehTea at April 11, 2026 08:55 AM (nz1sK)
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I really appreciate learning all of this.
Posted by: TecumsehTea at April 11, 2026 08:55 AM (nz1sK)
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I really appreciate learning all of this.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at April 11, 2026 09:01 AM (RIvkX)
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It wasn't until a couple of hours later that I realized it was Friday and my breakfast sandwich had bacon on it.
Posted by: Jordan61 at April 11, 2026 08:58 AM (W2ips)
It wasn't willful and done knowing beforehand it was wrong. I occasionally break my usual Friday Penance because I've forgotten it's Friday.
It wasn't until a couple of hours later that I realized it was Friday and my breakfast sandwich had bacon on it.
Posted by: Jordan61 at April 11, 2026 08:58 AM (W2ips)
It wasn't willful and done knowing beforehand it was wrong. I occasionally break my usual Friday Penance because I've forgotten it's Friday.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 09:01 AM (tgvbd)
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It's a problem with poor training of Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (not a fan of that ministry, myself).
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 08:25 AM (ksbjf)
It's all part and parcel of the same insidious operation. Something is changed for extraordinary reasons. The emergency becomes normal. Then the normal becomes mandatory.
Thus we've moved from receiving on the tongue to receiving in the hand. And from kneeling reverently to receive the Lord to standing. And if you don't do these things, you'll look performative and/or get chastised.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 08:37 AM (tgvbd)
Very true. However, I'm optimistic that receiving in the hand and standing is being abandoned, and the centuries-old practice of kneeling and receiving on the tongue will be restored throughout the Church. Currently, there is no consistency: it all depends upon the bishop.
The reaction to Bp. Martin's edict that ONLY standing has been one of rejection. When communicants approach him to receive Communion, those able, will kneel to receive the Host upon the tongue.
The older "hippy" clergy within the hierarchy is rapidly dying-out
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 08:25 AM (ksbjf)
It's all part and parcel of the same insidious operation. Something is changed for extraordinary reasons. The emergency becomes normal. Then the normal becomes mandatory.
Thus we've moved from receiving on the tongue to receiving in the hand. And from kneeling reverently to receive the Lord to standing. And if you don't do these things, you'll look performative and/or get chastised.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 08:37 AM (tgvbd)
Very true. However, I'm optimistic that receiving in the hand and standing is being abandoned, and the centuries-old practice of kneeling and receiving on the tongue will be restored throughout the Church. Currently, there is no consistency: it all depends upon the bishop.
The reaction to Bp. Martin's edict that ONLY standing has been one of rejection. When communicants approach him to receive Communion, those able, will kneel to receive the Host upon the tongue.
The older "hippy" clergy within the hierarchy is rapidly dying-out
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:01 AM (ksbjf)
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It wasn't until a couple of hours later that I realized it was Friday and my breakfast sandwich had bacon on it.
Posted by: Jordan61 at April 11, 2026 08:58 AM (W2ips)
I think He will understand.
Posted by: Jordan61 at April 11, 2026 08:58 AM (W2ips)
I think He will understand.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at April 11, 2026 09:01 AM (h7ZuX)
Posted by: Skip at April 11, 2026 09:01 AM (Ia/+0)
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Alton, I want all this COVID/BLM/Room To Destroy-era dumbassery kept front and center for the next election cycle. So tired of these idiots thinking they can be failed upward.
Posted by: All Hail Eris, She-Wolf of the 'Ettes 'Ettes. at April 11, 2026 09:02 AM (kpS4V)
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So the NBA and NFL are now enforcing a no Christian social messaging rule? Every game of football I've ever seen has a group of players taking a knee and praying.
So the NBA and NFL are now enforcing a no Christian social messaging rule? Every game of football I've ever seen has a group of players taking a knee and praying.
Posted by: Auspex at April 11, 2026 09:02 AM (Y8DZL)
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Good morning horde! no
Prayers for all the horde in need
Prayers for all the horde in need
Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at April 11, 2026 09:02 AM (LmPA0)
Posted by: one hour sober at April 11, 2026 09:03 AM (Y1sOo)
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Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at April 11, 2026 08:09 AM (h7ZuX)
That's amazing
I hope your mom is doing better?
That's amazing
I hope your mom is doing better?
Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at April 11, 2026 09:04 AM (LmPA0)
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It wasn't willful and done knowing beforehand it was wrong. I occasionally break my usual Friday Penance because I've forgotten it's Friday.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 09:01 AM (tgvbd)
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My priest actually works in my office now. I told him about it and he said, "it was probably the most delicious bacon you ever ate."
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 09:01 AM (tgvbd)
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My priest actually works in my office now. I told him about it and he said, "it was probably the most delicious bacon you ever ate."
Posted by: Jordan61 at April 11, 2026 09:04 AM (W2ips)
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Someone should be in charge of their training. We had the same problem, and I was able to get their trainer to let them practice distributing the Host upon the tongue by using unconsecrated hosts.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 08:25 AM
or they could just watch this training video of gretchen whitmer (the jussie smollet of governors) showing the proper form for delivering the host
youtube.com/watch?v=myGEaRnOX6A
Posted by: AltonJackson at April 11, 2026 08:57 AM (2/MrR)
Thanks for reminding me about that little bit of blasphemy. Then, the Democrats wonder why devout Catholics are fleeing the Democrat party.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 08:25 AM
or they could just watch this training video of gretchen whitmer (the jussie smollet of governors) showing the proper form for delivering the host
youtube.com/watch?v=myGEaRnOX6A
Posted by: AltonJackson at April 11, 2026 08:57 AM (2/MrR)
Thanks for reminding me about that little bit of blasphemy. Then, the Democrats wonder why devout Catholics are fleeing the Democrat party.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:05 AM (ksbjf)
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My cat is furiously batting around a wadded-up ball of paper and I'm thinking to myself "I wish I was that easily amused!" and then I remember I'm watching my cat furiously bat around a wad of paper.
Posted by: All Hail Eris, She-Wolf of the 'Ettes 'Ettes. at April 11, 2026 09:05 AM (kpS4V)
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Thanks for the Coffee Thread and Prayer Revival, Mis Hum and Annie!
May our loving God rain down His grace and mercy on all of His children this day.
And may God continue to bless the U.S.A. and Israel.
May our loving God rain down His grace and mercy on all of His children this day.
And may God continue to bless the U.S.A. and Israel.
Posted by: Legally Sufficient at April 11, 2026 09:05 AM (vrNzf)
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Once we had a really tall rabbi and really short cantor. They kept a wooden milkcrate behind the lectern and when the cantor went up, she stood on the milkcrate.
Posted by: San Franpsycho
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I used to know a really short surgeon (Dr. X) who had a really tall assistant (Dr. Y). At the start of surgery Dr. X would tell the circulating nurse, "Please bring a hole for Dr. Y. to stand in."
Posted by: San Franpsycho
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I used to know a really short surgeon (Dr. X) who had a really tall assistant (Dr. Y). At the start of surgery Dr. X would tell the circulating nurse, "Please bring a hole for Dr. Y. to stand in."
Posted by: muldoon at April 11, 2026 09:05 AM (qgHp7)
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So the NBA and NFL are now enforcing a no Christian social messaging rule? Every game of football I've ever seen has a group of players taking a knee and praying.
Posted by: Auspex at April 11, 2026 09:02 AM (Y8DZL)
I like that on Pride Night, Clayton Kershaw wrote "Gen 9:12–16" on the side of his rainbow hat.
So the NBA and NFL are now enforcing a no Christian social messaging rule? Every game of football I've ever seen has a group of players taking a knee and praying.
Posted by: Auspex at April 11, 2026 09:02 AM (Y8DZL)
I like that on Pride Night, Clayton Kershaw wrote "Gen 9:12–16" on the side of his rainbow hat.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 09:06 AM (tgvbd)
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Trust in God
He will never leave you
He will never forsake you
Even in your darkest time,
He is right there with you
Call Him
Embrace Him
His love is unconditional and everlasting
He will never leave you
He will never forsake you
Even in your darkest time,
He is right there with you
Call Him
Embrace Him
His love is unconditional and everlasting
Posted by: Marcus T at April 11, 2026 09:06 AM (aIYqR)
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My cat is furiously batting around a wadded-up ball of paper and I'm thinking to myself "I wish I was that easily amused!" and then I remember I'm watching my cat furiously bat around a wad of paper.
Posted by: All Hail Eris, She-Wolf of the 'Ettes 'Ettes. at April 11, 2026 09:05 AM (kpS4V)
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I love to watch my cat Allie playing with the laces of my boots sitting on the floor.
Humans are so easily amused.
Posted by: All Hail Eris, She-Wolf of the 'Ettes 'Ettes. at April 11, 2026 09:05 AM (kpS4V)
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I love to watch my cat Allie playing with the laces of my boots sitting on the floor.
Humans are so easily amused.
Posted by: "Perfessor" Squirrel at April 11, 2026 09:07 AM (ESVrU)
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I guess Cali Democrat pooh bas have decided a woman needs to be governor, and Porter sort of qualifies, because my recollection is she herself was repeatedly accused of sexual and/or domestic abuse, and those claims are getting zero media play.
Posted by: Huck Follywood at April 11, 2026 09:08 AM (vkS9c)
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Posted by: r hennigantx at April 11, 2026 09:08 AM (/+uur)
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Thanks for reminding me about that little bit of blasphemy. Then, the Democrats wonder why devout Catholics are fleeing the Democrat party.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:05 AM
I'm not even catholic but I recognized it for what she was mocking and found it offensive
Thanks for reminding me about that little bit of blasphemy. Then, the Democrats wonder why devout Catholics are fleeing the Democrat party.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:05 AM
I'm not even catholic but I recognized it for what she was mocking and found it offensive
Posted by: AltonJackson at April 11, 2026 09:08 AM (2/MrR)
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I don't know which worthy moron I am quoting, but it applies to me this morning: if I could MAKE the coffee in the morning, I wouldn't NEED the coffee in the morning.
Posted by: Wenda at April 11, 2026 09:09 AM (JhlRS)
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It wasn't willful and done knowing beforehand it was wrong. I occasionally break my usual Friday Penance because I've forgotten it's Friday.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 09:01 AM (tgvbd)
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My priest actually works in my office now. I told him about it and he said, "it was probably the most delicious bacon you ever ate."
Posted by: Jordan61 at April 11, 2026 09:04 AM (W2ips)
There is such a thing as scrupulousity. You had a good and compelling reason to break your Lenten Fast, and you essentially confessed it to a priest ASAP.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 09:01 AM (tgvbd)
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My priest actually works in my office now. I told him about it and he said, "it was probably the most delicious bacon you ever ate."
Posted by: Jordan61 at April 11, 2026 09:04 AM (W2ips)
There is such a thing as scrupulousity. You had a good and compelling reason to break your Lenten Fast, and you essentially confessed it to a priest ASAP.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:11 AM (ksbjf)
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In the recap of the story of Fang Fang, I was surprised to learn that she died “accidentally” in China a couple of years ago, I had missed that.
I wonder if Xi was “disappointed” in the way she found her activities exposed. Espionage work often has a very poor retirement plan.
I wonder if Xi was “disappointed” in the way she found her activities exposed. Espionage work often has a very poor retirement plan.
Posted by: Tom Servo at April 11, 2026 09:12 AM (txiLK)
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Thinking about it, I actually do wake up to drink coffee sometimes. Today was one of those days.
Posted by: Berserker-Dragonheads Division at April 11, 2026 09:12 AM (snZF9)
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SO I just watched a short video that made much sense.
The Social Justice Warrior is really just a self-doubting, weak, immature little boy or girl.
So then I go and watch a few videos of these SJWs arguing with Peterson or on Soc 119 and I see they are 9 to 10 year olds in 20 to 25 year old bodies.
And if they are Black or Brown this extends into their 30s or later. (Harris Cty Hildago)
The Social Justice Warrior is really just a self-doubting, weak, immature little boy or girl.
So then I go and watch a few videos of these SJWs arguing with Peterson or on Soc 119 and I see they are 9 to 10 year olds in 20 to 25 year old bodies.
And if they are Black or Brown this extends into their 30s or later. (Harris Cty Hildago)
Posted by: r hennigantx at April 11, 2026 09:12 AM (/+uur)
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n the recap of the story of Fang Fang, I was surprised to learn that she died “accidentally” in China a couple of years ago, I had missed that.
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Posted by: runner at April 11, 2026 09:13 AM (GD0B3)
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I wonder if Xi was “disappointed” in the way she found her activities exposed. Espionage work often has a very poor retirement plan.
Posted by: Tom Servo at April 11, 2026 09:12 AM (txiLK)
Russian Businessmen never ask for a high floor room.
Posted by: Tom Servo at April 11, 2026 09:12 AM (txiLK)
Russian Businessmen never ask for a high floor room.
Posted by: r hennigantx at April 11, 2026 09:13 AM (/+uur)
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By the way, I don't condemn those who receive in the hand standing, or come to Mass in shorts and flip-flops, or who assume the Orans position during the Our Father. But I can't do those things. And won't be made to do them.
By the way, I don't condemn those who receive in the hand standing, or come to Mass in shorts and flip-flops, or who assume the Orans position during the Our Father. But I can't do those things. And won't be made to do them.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 09:14 AM (tgvbd)
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Tom, did she accidentally fall out of a window? Or did the Chicoms use other methods ?
Posted by: runner at April 11, 2026 09:14 AM (GD0B3)
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I now need about 15 minutes to wake up to enjoy the coffee.
Posted by: r hennigantx at April 11, 2026 09:14 AM (/+uur)
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So the NBA and NFL are now enforcing a no Christian social messaging rule? Every game of football I've ever seen has a group of players taking a knee and praying.
Posted by: Auspex at April 11, 2026 09:02 AM (Y8DZL)
It all started when he said that he didn't approve of the NBA glorifying homosexuality.
Posted by: Auspex at April 11, 2026 09:02 AM (Y8DZL)
It all started when he said that he didn't approve of the NBA glorifying homosexuality.
Posted by: I used to have a different nic at April 11, 2026 09:14 AM (ExV1e)
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Currently, there is no consistency: it all depends upon the bishop.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:01 AM (ksbjf)
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I entered the Church 20 years ago and Novus Ordo was what I learned, and what seems familiar to me, so standing on the hand was what I did.
Right after I retired from the Guard at the end of 2022 (kicked out for not taking the clot shot), I became an Extraordinary Minister and during our training we used unconsecrated hosts and water in the chalice to practice serving one another. It was very helpful, and our group rotated to we could see how height mattered.
When we got a new worship director, he began asking people to receive it on the tongue, and some kneelers were set up at the front as well, and they are seeing increasing use. I decided to move gradually, so I still stand but receive the Host on the tongue and perhaps tomorrow I will start kneeling. It is confusing and our liberal Old Guard does not like seeing the old ways come back.
My wife resisted it at first, and then flipped to full Trad Cath: kneeling on the tongue, dressed in black, wearing a veil.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:01 AM (ksbjf)
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I entered the Church 20 years ago and Novus Ordo was what I learned, and what seems familiar to me, so standing on the hand was what I did.
Right after I retired from the Guard at the end of 2022 (kicked out for not taking the clot shot), I became an Extraordinary Minister and during our training we used unconsecrated hosts and water in the chalice to practice serving one another. It was very helpful, and our group rotated to we could see how height mattered.
When we got a new worship director, he began asking people to receive it on the tongue, and some kneelers were set up at the front as well, and they are seeing increasing use. I decided to move gradually, so I still stand but receive the Host on the tongue and perhaps tomorrow I will start kneeling. It is confusing and our liberal Old Guard does not like seeing the old ways come back.
My wife resisted it at first, and then flipped to full Trad Cath: kneeling on the tongue, dressed in black, wearing a veil.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 09:15 AM (ZOv7s)
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Thanks for reminding me about that little bit of blasphemy. Then, the Democrats wonder why devout Catholics are fleeing the Democrat party.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:05 AM
I'm not even catholic but I recognized it for what she was mocking and found it offensive
Posted by: AltonJackson at April 11, 2026 09:08 AM (2/MrR)
I seem to recall that Gov. Whitmer was surprised by the backlash. Of course, the only "Catholics" she knows are those like Nancy Pelosi and Joe Biden; both of whom give public scandal to the Catholic Church.
Their time to repent and do acts of contrition is growing short. I'm a bit terrified of what their Particular Judgements will be.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:05 AM
I'm not even catholic but I recognized it for what she was mocking and found it offensive
Posted by: AltonJackson at April 11, 2026 09:08 AM (2/MrR)
I seem to recall that Gov. Whitmer was surprised by the backlash. Of course, the only "Catholics" she knows are those like Nancy Pelosi and Joe Biden; both of whom give public scandal to the Catholic Church.
Their time to repent and do acts of contrition is growing short. I'm a bit terrified of what their Particular Judgements will be.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:15 AM (ksbjf)
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So it's a mackerel snapper First World Problems thread?
Posted by: I gotta ask at April 11, 2026 09:16 AM (2Ez/1)
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I used to know a really short surgeon (Dr. X) who had a really tall assistant (Dr. Y). At the start of surgery Dr. X would tell the circulating nurse, "Please bring a hole for Dr. Y. to stand in."
Posted by: muldoon at April 11, 2026 09:05 AM (qgHp7)
This dynamic was the physical part of why Vincent Price and Peter Lorre were so funny together, even in supposed “horror” movies. (Comedy of Terrors is my favorite with those two)
Posted by: muldoon at April 11, 2026 09:05 AM (qgHp7)
This dynamic was the physical part of why Vincent Price and Peter Lorre were so funny together, even in supposed “horror” movies. (Comedy of Terrors is my favorite with those two)
Posted by: Tom Servo at April 11, 2026 09:16 AM (txiLK)
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I hope your mom is doing better?
Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at April 11, 2026 09:04 AM (LmPA0)
She's fine, now, thank you and Tecumseh Tea for asking.
She was a little too ambitious after a long winter with no walks. Next week, we will park in a different lot where there is no slope, we will not pass the bench without sitting for a rest, and if she gets tired away from the bench, I will insist that she sit on the walker seat for a few minutes. I don't know why she is so resistant to doing that.
Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at April 11, 2026 09:04 AM (LmPA0)
She's fine, now, thank you and Tecumseh Tea for asking.
She was a little too ambitious after a long winter with no walks. Next week, we will park in a different lot where there is no slope, we will not pass the bench without sitting for a rest, and if she gets tired away from the bench, I will insist that she sit on the walker seat for a few minutes. I don't know why she is so resistant to doing that.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at April 11, 2026 09:16 AM (h7ZuX)
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So it's a mackerel snapper First World Problems thread?
Posted by: I gotta ask at April 11, 2026 09:16 AM (2Ez/1)
Better here than the FWP thread. But I'll just slip out the back door now.
So it's a mackerel snapper First World Problems thread?
Posted by: I gotta ask at April 11, 2026 09:16 AM (2Ez/1)
Better here than the FWP thread. But I'll just slip out the back door now.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 09:17 AM (tgvbd)
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It wasn't until a couple of hours later that I realized it was Friday and my breakfast sandwich had bacon on it.
Posted by: Jordan61
Jordan, I pray your husband recovers quicly.
Fwiw one of the Lent homilies, our parish priest "confessed" to us that on Ash Wednesday, he had a fasting blood draw and was very hungry after, and like you grabbed a breakfast sandwich without remembering it was ash wednesday.
Posted by: Jordan61
Jordan, I pray your husband recovers quicly.
Fwiw one of the Lent homilies, our parish priest "confessed" to us that on Ash Wednesday, he had a fasting blood draw and was very hungry after, and like you grabbed a breakfast sandwich without remembering it was ash wednesday.
Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at April 11, 2026 09:17 AM (fE6HJ)
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By the way, I don't condemn those who receive in the hand standing, or come to Mass in shorts and flip-flops, or who assume the Orans position during the Our Father. But I can't do those things. And won't be made to do them.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 09:14 AM (tgvbd)
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A lot of people were formed that way. "Come as you are" and all that. I'm pleased to see so many of the young people are dressing up and approaching Communion with reverence and it is the young women who cover their hair now, which is lovely to see, all though the 29 year old set is also coming 'round. When my wife started covering her hair she felt very nervous at first, but then an older woman shyly approached her and asked her about it, where to get the veil and the next week she was doing it.
I think the liberal Catholics have really tried to make people think it is being a Pharisee rather than just being reverent.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 09:14 AM (tgvbd)
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A lot of people were formed that way. "Come as you are" and all that. I'm pleased to see so many of the young people are dressing up and approaching Communion with reverence and it is the young women who cover their hair now, which is lovely to see, all though the 29 year old set is also coming 'round. When my wife started covering her hair she felt very nervous at first, but then an older woman shyly approached her and asked her about it, where to get the veil and the next week she was doing it.
I think the liberal Catholics have really tried to make people think it is being a Pharisee rather than just being reverent.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 09:18 AM (ZOv7s)
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Thanks for reminding me about that little bit of blasphemy. Then, the Democrats wonder why devout Catholics are fleeing the Democrat party.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:05 AM (ksbjf)
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That actually stirred the Michigan Catholic Conference out of its torpor to condemn immorality for once. That must have stung.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:05 AM (ksbjf)
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That actually stirred the Michigan Catholic Conference out of its torpor to condemn immorality for once. That must have stung.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 09:21 AM (ZOv7s)
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Jordan, I pray your husband recovers quicly.
Fwiw one of the Lent homilies, our parish priest "confessed" to us that on Ash Wednesday, he had a fasting blood draw and was very hungry after, and like you grabbed a breakfast sandwich without remembering it was ash wednesday.
Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at April 11, 2026 09:17 AM (fE6HJ)
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Thank you!
I actually wasn't all that worried about it, it's just that initial realization and, "oh no!" and the Catholic guilt kicks in.
Fwiw one of the Lent homilies, our parish priest "confessed" to us that on Ash Wednesday, he had a fasting blood draw and was very hungry after, and like you grabbed a breakfast sandwich without remembering it was ash wednesday.
Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at April 11, 2026 09:17 AM (fE6HJ)
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Thank you!
I actually wasn't all that worried about it, it's just that initial realization and, "oh no!" and the Catholic guilt kicks in.
Posted by: Jordan61 at April 11, 2026 09:21 AM (W2ips)
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"I wish I was that easily amused!" and then I remember I'm watching my cat furiously bat around a wad of paper.
Posted by: All Hail Eris, She-Wolf of the 'Ettes 'Ettes. at April 11, 2026 09:05 AM (kpS4V)
Heh. So true.
Posted by: All Hail Eris, She-Wolf of the 'Ettes 'Ettes. at April 11, 2026 09:05 AM (kpS4V)
Heh. So true.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at April 11, 2026 09:22 AM (h7ZuX)
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My private company, which is mostly Christian, and whose top executives frequently break the rules, still has a prohibition on any type of religious expression by Christians or Jews. I'm sure it would never be enforced on a Muslim, of course. But directly after it acquired my old company we had a couple people quit after HR punished them for piddly stuff like saying "I'm praying for you."
Every corporation bends the knee to the Communist demons.
Every corporation bends the knee to the Communist demons.
Posted by: Yudhishthira's Dice at April 11, 2026 09:22 AM (BI5O2)
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I seem to recall that Gov. Whitmer was surprised by the backlash. Of course, the only "Catholics" she knows are those like Nancy Pelosi and Joe Biden; both of whom give public scandal to the Catholic Church.
Their time to repent and do acts of contrition is growing short. I'm a bit terrified of what their Particular Judgements will be.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:15 AM (ksbjf)
Reminds me of when Sally Quinn (aka. the 2nd Mrs. Ben Bradlee) went to Tim Russert's funeral and wrote in the WaPo about it, including that she took communion because it made her "feel closer" to him. Tim was Catholic, while Sally identifies as Episcopalian and has never been Catholic. Imagine her surprise when even the liberal Catholics and non-Christians who read the Post told her she was wrong for doing so.
Their time to repent and do acts of contrition is growing short. I'm a bit terrified of what their Particular Judgements will be.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:15 AM (ksbjf)
Reminds me of when Sally Quinn (aka. the 2nd Mrs. Ben Bradlee) went to Tim Russert's funeral and wrote in the WaPo about it, including that she took communion because it made her "feel closer" to him. Tim was Catholic, while Sally identifies as Episcopalian and has never been Catholic. Imagine her surprise when even the liberal Catholics and non-Christians who read the Post told her she was wrong for doing so.
Posted by: Vendette at April 11, 2026 09:22 AM (1ieqq)
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Mornin’, All. Happy Saturday.
Posted by: Bulg at April 11, 2026 09:23 AM (77rzZ)
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Good morning Horde, prayers up for all of you and your special intentions.
Dash, I am glad that an angel appeared for you and your Mom when you needed one.
{{{Jordan}}}, prayers for you and Mr. Jordan, let him know that the Horde is pulling for him and take care of yourself.
Dash, I am glad that an angel appeared for you and your Mom when you needed one.
{{{Jordan}}}, prayers for you and Mr. Jordan, let him know that the Horde is pulling for him and take care of yourself.
Posted by: Debby Doberman Schultz at April 11, 2026 09:23 AM (0nHVk)
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By the way, I don't condemn those who receive in the hand standing, or come to Mass in shorts and flip-flops, or who assume the Orans position during the Our Father. But I can't do those things. And won't be made to do them.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 09:14 AM (tgvbd)
Same here. We have great priests at my parish. But, I can definitely see a difference in the youngest ones: much more orthodox about the Sacred Traditions.
That's why I'm optimistic. The laity is increasingly wanting those Sacred Traditions restored, and the old "hippies" (both lay-persons and clergy) are rapidly dying-out. The "off-Broadway theatrics" - to steal a phrase from Ralph McInerny (author of the Father Dowling mysteries) - are being rejected.
That's why you see petulant behavior from some of the hierarchy. They know that their "re-invention" of the Catholic Church will disappear shortly after they are all dead. The younger clergy wants to revert to the old forms.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 11, 2026 09:14 AM (tgvbd)
Same here. We have great priests at my parish. But, I can definitely see a difference in the youngest ones: much more orthodox about the Sacred Traditions.
That's why I'm optimistic. The laity is increasingly wanting those Sacred Traditions restored, and the old "hippies" (both lay-persons and clergy) are rapidly dying-out. The "off-Broadway theatrics" - to steal a phrase from Ralph McInerny (author of the Father Dowling mysteries) - are being rejected.
That's why you see petulant behavior from some of the hierarchy. They know that their "re-invention" of the Catholic Church will disappear shortly after they are all dead. The younger clergy wants to revert to the old forms.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:23 AM (ksbjf)
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This dynamic was the physical part of why Vincent Price and Peter Lorre were so funny together, even in supposed “horror” movies. (Comedy of Terrors is my favorite with those two)
Posted by: Tom Servo
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I saw a meme on the Mutt and Jeff phenomenon:
"To make a TV show, you need one banana-shaped man and one orange-shaped man. let me explain:
((Pics))
Jerry and Costanza
Troy and Abed
Fresh Prince and Jazz
Bert and Ernie"
Posted by: Tom Servo
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I saw a meme on the Mutt and Jeff phenomenon:
"To make a TV show, you need one banana-shaped man and one orange-shaped man. let me explain:
((Pics))
Jerry and Costanza
Troy and Abed
Fresh Prince and Jazz
Bert and Ernie"
Posted by: All Hail Eris, She-Wolf of the 'Ettes 'Ettes. at April 11, 2026 09:24 AM (kpS4V)
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Alton, I want all this COVID/BLM/Room To Destroy-era dumbassery kept front and center for the next election cycle. So tired of these idiots thinking they can be failed upward.
Posted by: All Hail Eris, She-Wolf of the 'Ettes 'Ettes. at April 11, 2026 09:02 AM
Hail, Eris
indeed, we need to keep hammering away
problem is, there's a large swath of sheeple (probably the majority) who think all the "dumbassery" was (and is) right & proper
guarantee you that if you went and stood on a downtown street corner in Teh Peoples' Rebublik of AnnArbor right now, within three minutes you'd see someone wearing a mask whilst driving a subaru festooned with BLM / No Kings! / (insert other leftard bullshit here) bumper stickers
Alton, I want all this COVID/BLM/Room To Destroy-era dumbassery kept front and center for the next election cycle. So tired of these idiots thinking they can be failed upward.
Posted by: All Hail Eris, She-Wolf of the 'Ettes 'Ettes. at April 11, 2026 09:02 AM
Hail, Eris
indeed, we need to keep hammering away
problem is, there's a large swath of sheeple (probably the majority) who think all the "dumbassery" was (and is) right & proper
guarantee you that if you went and stood on a downtown street corner in Teh Peoples' Rebublik of AnnArbor right now, within three minutes you'd see someone wearing a mask whilst driving a subaru festooned with BLM / No Kings! / (insert other leftard bullshit here) bumper stickers
Posted by: AltonJackson at April 11, 2026 09:24 AM (2/MrR)
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"Sverige har nu mer än 6000% fler rapporterade våldtäkter per 100 000 invånare än Polen.
Sverige har nu mer än 600% fler rapporterade våldtäkter per 100 000 invånare än El Salvador.
Detta är totalt katastrof för vårt land."
Sverige har nu mer än 600% fler rapporterade våldtäkter per 100 000 invånare än El Salvador.
Detta är totalt katastrof för vårt land."
Posted by: runner at April 11, 2026 09:26 AM (GD0B3)
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We had some fun over Easter here at Chateau Lloyd. My father arrived earlier than expected, around 1 p.m., only a half hour after we got home from Mass. I had cooked the Welsh Lamb Stew before we left, and all it needed was to be reheated, but my wife thought we would eat at 3, and so had only gotten started. We improvised some ham & potatoes, whipped up a salad and finally sat down. While I was refreshing my father's coffee, he decided to eat, and the grandkids followed, only to be rebuked by their mother for noting waiting for the prayer. My father sullenly stopped and sat back.
Gave him his coffee, and had barely sad down when he said: "So can we say grace already?" So I did, using the Mark I mod 0 Catholic prayer, and as everyone but him crossed himself, he had this look of bewilderment on his face, and I almost laughed because I could tell he was thinking: "Who are these people? How did this happen to me?"
My father is very irreligious.
Gave him his coffee, and had barely sad down when he said: "So can we say grace already?" So I did, using the Mark I mod 0 Catholic prayer, and as everyone but him crossed himself, he had this look of bewilderment on his face, and I almost laughed because I could tell he was thinking: "Who are these people? How did this happen to me?"
My father is very irreligious.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 09:26 AM (ZOv7s)
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{{{Jordan}}}, prayers for you and Mr. Jordan, let him know that the Horde is pulling for him and take care of yourself.
Posted by: Debby Doberman Schultz at April 11, 2026 09:23 AM (0nHVk)
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Thank you, DDS! I'm looking forward to when he can get up and do some things for himself and I can get some sleep!
Posted by: Debby Doberman Schultz at April 11, 2026 09:23 AM (0nHVk)
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Thank you, DDS! I'm looking forward to when he can get up and do some things for himself and I can get some sleep!
Posted by: Jordan61 at April 11, 2026 09:26 AM (W2ips)
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People attending the house of prayer in flip flops > People not attending the house of prayer
Posted by: San Franpsycho at April 11, 2026 09:27 AM (RIvkX)
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Sverige, you got problems!
Posted by: runner at April 11, 2026 09:27 AM (GD0B3)
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guarantee you that if you went and stood on a downtown street corner in Teh Peoples' Rebublik of AnnArbor right now, within three minutes you'd see someone wearing a mask whilst driving a subaru festooned with BLM / No Kings! / (insert other leftard bullshit here) bumper stickers
Posted by: AltonJackson at April 11, 2026 09:24 AM (2/MrR)
Failed people tend to congregate in the failing cities of failing states.
Posted by: AltonJackson at April 11, 2026 09:24 AM (2/MrR)
Failed people tend to congregate in the failing cities of failing states.
Posted by: Tom Servo at April 11, 2026 09:27 AM (txiLK)
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 09:27 AM (ndZc7)
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Dennis Prager use to say
Fear of the Left is the biggest motivating factor in life
Fear of the Left is the biggest motivating factor in life
Posted by: Skip at April 11, 2026 09:28 AM (Ia/+0)
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The Spirit is active in the world
In cool conversion anecdotes, this past week, a fantasy author posted these 2 pics side by side:
From may 3025, her asking her fans for research pointers on writing a main character vsmpire who is Catholic
From April this year: a photo of her & her husband being received into the Catholic Church
She said thanks to everyone who responded to that post from a year ago
In cool conversion anecdotes, this past week, a fantasy author posted these 2 pics side by side:
From may 3025, her asking her fans for research pointers on writing a main character vsmpire who is Catholic
From April this year: a photo of her & her husband being received into the Catholic Church
She said thanks to everyone who responded to that post from a year ago
Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at April 11, 2026 09:28 AM (fE6HJ)
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Thanks for reminding me about that little bit of blasphemy. Then, the Democrats wonder why devout Catholics are fleeing the Democrat party.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:05 AM (ksbjf)
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That actually stirred the Michigan Catholic Conference out of its torpor to condemn immorality for once. That must have stung.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 09:21 AM (ZOv7s)
Up-thread I mentioned that I met a young woman who is exploring the Catholic Church and seems to be on the verge of converting along with her husband. I warned her that, as laity in the Catholic Church, it's important to remember that when the hierarchy does something stupid, it doesn't alter the teachings of the Church.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:05 AM (ksbjf)
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That actually stirred the Michigan Catholic Conference out of its torpor to condemn immorality for once. That must have stung.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 09:21 AM (ZOv7s)
Up-thread I mentioned that I met a young woman who is exploring the Catholic Church and seems to be on the verge of converting along with her husband. I warned her that, as laity in the Catholic Church, it's important to remember that when the hierarchy does something stupid, it doesn't alter the teachings of the Church.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:28 AM (ksbjf)
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"Sverige har nu mer än 6000% fler rapporterade våldtäkter per 100 000 invånare än Polen.
Sverige har nu mer än 600% fler rapporterade våldtäkter per 100 000 invånare än El Salvador.
Detta är totalt katastrof för vårt land."
Posted by: runner at April 11, 2026 09:26 AM (GD0B3)
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Because the Swedes are suicidal.
Sverige har nu mer än 600% fler rapporterade våldtäkter per 100 000 invånare än El Salvador.
Detta är totalt katastrof för vårt land."
Posted by: runner at April 11, 2026 09:26 AM (GD0B3)
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Because the Swedes are suicidal.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at April 11, 2026 09:29 AM (RIvkX)
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I seem to recall that Gov. Whitmer was surprised by the backlash. Of course, the only "Catholics" she knows are those like Nancy Pelosi and Joe Biden; both of whom give public scandal to the Catholic Church.
Their time to repent and do acts of contrition is growing short. I'm a bit terrified of what their Particular Judgements will be.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:15 AM (ksbjf)
I'm not terrified. I wish I had a front row seat to whatever happens to them. All the better if the Cenobites show up. lol
Their time to repent and do acts of contrition is growing short. I'm a bit terrified of what their Particular Judgements will be.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:15 AM (ksbjf)
I'm not terrified. I wish I had a front row seat to whatever happens to them. All the better if the Cenobites show up. lol
Posted by: Berserker-Dragonheads Division at April 11, 2026 09:31 AM (snZF9)
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Failed people tend to congregate in the failing cities of failing states.
Posted by: Tom Servo at April 11, 2026 09:27 AM
Spot on.
that's what will make the pending Siege of the Cities such a righteous endeavor
which reminds me, I need to get to work on building that trebuchet in the bed of my '01 F-150
Failed people tend to congregate in the failing cities of failing states.
Posted by: Tom Servo at April 11, 2026 09:27 AM
Spot on.
that's what will make the pending Siege of the Cities such a righteous endeavor
which reminds me, I need to get to work on building that trebuchet in the bed of my '01 F-150
Posted by: AltonJackson at April 11, 2026 09:31 AM (2/MrR)
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137 We now know what happened to those stolen Kit Kat bars.
https://is.gd/e5zArL
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 09:27 AM
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I'm sure that's an iconic image from a very popular movie that's on the ever-growing list of Movies I Haven't Seen, but let me channel my inner JamesMadison and say...
I don't get it.
https://is.gd/e5zArL
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 09:27 AM
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I'm sure that's an iconic image from a very popular movie that's on the ever-growing list of Movies I Haven't Seen, but let me channel my inner JamesMadison and say...
I don't get it.
Posted by: Quarter Twenty at April 11, 2026 09:33 AM (2Ez/1)
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Up-thread I mentioned that I met a young woman who is exploring the Catholic Church and seems to be on the verge of converting along with her husband. I warned her that, as laity in the Catholic Church, it's important to remember that when the hierarchy does something stupid, it doesn't alter the teachings of the Church.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:28 AM (ksbjf)
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Yes. And unless they go out of their way to torment their flock, most parishioners have little idea who their bishop is or what he is doing. He's mentioned in the prayers, but it's the local priests that do the work. Our outgoing bishop (Earl Boyea) has been surprisingly visible over the last few years. Hardly saw him, but after Covid, I think he was radicalized (in a good way) and started doing public processions, even held a Mass at the Breslin Center. Very much about doing "shows of force" to raise the visibility of the Church, especially on campus.
It's working. Surging seminarians, vocations, massive numbers of conversions this year, the most in 20 years.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:28 AM (ksbjf)
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Yes. And unless they go out of their way to torment their flock, most parishioners have little idea who their bishop is or what he is doing. He's mentioned in the prayers, but it's the local priests that do the work. Our outgoing bishop (Earl Boyea) has been surprisingly visible over the last few years. Hardly saw him, but after Covid, I think he was radicalized (in a good way) and started doing public processions, even held a Mass at the Breslin Center. Very much about doing "shows of force" to raise the visibility of the Church, especially on campus.
It's working. Surging seminarians, vocations, massive numbers of conversions this year, the most in 20 years.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 09:34 AM (ZOv7s)
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Their time to repent and do acts of contrition is growing short. I'm a bit terrified of what their Particular Judgements will be.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:15 AM (ksbjf)
I'm not terrified. I wish I had a front row seat to whatever happens to them. All the better if the Cenobites show up. lol
Posted by: Berserker-Dragonheads Division at April 11, 2026 09:31 AM (snZF9)
I'm not going to lie, there's a time when I would have said the same thing. But, wrath is a sin.
God is the just judge. I just leave it to Him.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:15 AM (ksbjf)
I'm not terrified. I wish I had a front row seat to whatever happens to them. All the better if the Cenobites show up. lol
Posted by: Berserker-Dragonheads Division at April 11, 2026 09:31 AM (snZF9)
I'm not going to lie, there's a time when I would have said the same thing. But, wrath is a sin.
God is the just judge. I just leave it to Him.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:36 AM (ksbjf)
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Eromeros crave prayers for Mrs. E, she has been diagnosed with Lymphoma, so she begins infusions on April 23.
Posted by: Eromero at April 11, 2026 09:39 AM (LHPAg)
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SF, they are waking up , but a bit late. They think that offering around 40K to go back will make them leave. lol.
Posted by: runner at April 11, 2026 09:39 AM (GD0B3)
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Eromeros crave prayers for Mrs. E, she has been diagnosed with Lymphoma, so she begins infusions on April 23.
Posted by: Eromero at April 11, 2026 09:39 AM (LHPAg)
Prayers up for both of you.
Posted by: Eromero at April 11, 2026 09:39 AM (LHPAg)
Prayers up for both of you.
Posted by: Vendette at April 11, 2026 09:40 AM (1ieqq)
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Eromero, will pray for Mrs E's healing
Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at April 11, 2026 09:40 AM (LmPA0)
Posted by: gKWVE at April 11, 2026 09:40 AM (E6ouU)
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I'm sure that's an iconic image from a very popular movie that's on the ever-growing list of Movies I Haven't Seen, but let me channel my inner JamesMadison and say...
I don't get it.
Posted by: Quarter Twenty at April 11, 2026 09:33 AM (2Ez/1)
It's from Scarface. Replace the candy with cocaine. Bagged cocaine, loose cocaine, lotsa cocaine.
I don't get it.
Posted by: Quarter Twenty at April 11, 2026 09:33 AM (2Ez/1)
It's from Scarface. Replace the candy with cocaine. Bagged cocaine, loose cocaine, lotsa cocaine.
Posted by: I used to have a different nic at April 11, 2026 09:40 AM (ExV1e)
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I like that on Pride Night, Clayton Kershaw wrote "Gen 9:12–16" on the side of his rainbow hat.
It's Adam and Eve, not Adam and Steve.
It's Adam and Eve, not Adam and Steve.
Posted by: Pray The Gay Away at April 11, 2026 09:40 AM (onPc6)
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If people want to dig deeper, I have a blog post up on my site (link in nic), but it looks like 100,000 American adults entered the Church last week, a 38% increase from a year ago. This is big news, but as usual, we have folks who are compelled do to the "Um AKSHUALLY" and try to downplay what is going on.
Yes, it is true that total numbers of adults entering the Church remain historically low, but the trend has reversed a decades-long decline which bottomed out in 2020.
What is also significant is the reason for conversion. The vast majority of adults becoming Catholic have historically been people do so for family/marriage reasons, i.e. keeping a promise to Grandma or finding it more convenient to be able to take Communion with the rest of the family. The decline of Cultural Catholicism was largely driving the decline.
In recent years, the motives have been deeply personal, an individual desire rather than social conformity. I think that explains the surge in vocations vs overall numbers.
(cont)
Yes, it is true that total numbers of adults entering the Church remain historically low, but the trend has reversed a decades-long decline which bottomed out in 2020.
What is also significant is the reason for conversion. The vast majority of adults becoming Catholic have historically been people do so for family/marriage reasons, i.e. keeping a promise to Grandma or finding it more convenient to be able to take Communion with the rest of the family. The decline of Cultural Catholicism was largely driving the decline.
In recent years, the motives have been deeply personal, an individual desire rather than social conformity. I think that explains the surge in vocations vs overall numbers.
(cont)
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 09:40 AM (ZOv7s)
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It's nice to see evidence of someone's prayers being answered.
Posted by: Thomas Paine at April 11, 2026 09:40 AM (0U5gm)
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Our outgoing bishop (Earl Boyea) has been surprisingly visible over the last few years. Hardly saw him, but after Covid, I think he was radicalized (in a good way) and started doing public processions, even held a Mass at the Breslin Center. Very much about doing "shows of force" to raise the visibility of the Church, especially on campus.
It's working. Surging seminarians, vocations, massive numbers of conversions this year, the most in 20 years.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 09:34 AM (ZOv7s)
We're also seeing increased here in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. We've had public processions in Cincinnati.
Who'd a thunk it? Publicly proclaim the truth of the Catholic Church, and people will respond.
It's working. Surging seminarians, vocations, massive numbers of conversions this year, the most in 20 years.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 09:34 AM (ZOv7s)
We're also seeing increased here in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. We've had public processions in Cincinnati.
Who'd a thunk it? Publicly proclaim the truth of the Catholic Church, and people will respond.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:40 AM (ksbjf)
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Eromeros crave prayers for Mrs. E, she has been diagnosed with Lymphoma, so she begins infusions on April 23.
Posted by: Eromero at April 11, 2026 09:39 AM (LHPAg)
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Prayer for a complete and speedy healing.
Posted by: Eromero at April 11, 2026 09:39 AM (LHPAg)
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Prayer for a complete and speedy healing.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at April 11, 2026 09:41 AM (RIvkX)
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Prayers said, good morning!
Posted by: Piper at April 11, 2026 09:43 AM (p4NUW)
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What is also significant is the reason for conversion. ...The decline of Cultural Catholicism was largely driving the decline.
In recent years, the motives have been deeply personal, an individual desire rather than social conformity. I think that explains the surge in vocations vs overall numbers.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 09:40 AM (ZOv7s)
At this year's Easter Vigil, I saw two very elderly men come into the Church. When you're 70-80-90, that's not a casual decision.
In recent years, the motives have been deeply personal, an individual desire rather than social conformity. I think that explains the surge in vocations vs overall numbers.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 09:40 AM (ZOv7s)
At this year's Easter Vigil, I saw two very elderly men come into the Church. When you're 70-80-90, that's not a casual decision.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:43 AM (ksbjf)
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"Sverige har nu mer än 6000% fler rapporterade våldtäkter per 100 000 invånare än Polen.
Sverige har nu mer än 600% fler rapporterade våldtäkter per 100 000 invånare än El Salvador.
Detta är totalt katastrof för vårt land."
Posted by: runner
Say that to my face!
Sverige har nu mer än 600% fler rapporterade våldtäkter per 100 000 invånare än El Salvador.
Detta är totalt katastrof för vårt land."
Posted by: runner
Say that to my face!
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 09:44 AM (ndZc7)
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At this year's Easter Vigil, I saw two very elderly men come into the Church. When you're 70-80-90, that's not a casual decision.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop
That is beautiful. No age too old
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop
That is beautiful. No age too old
Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at April 11, 2026 09:44 AM (LmPA0)
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Prayers for Eromero and Mrs E.
Peace be with you all.
I’m still struggling. Last week did a number on my head and yesterday was awful. I’m afraid.
Peace be with you all.
I’m still struggling. Last week did a number on my head and yesterday was awful. I’m afraid.
Posted by: nurse ratched at April 11, 2026 09:45 AM (A5RD0)
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I’m still struggling. Last week did a number on my head and yesterday was awful. I’m afraid.
Posted by: nurse ratched
What happened?
Posted by: nurse ratched
What happened?
Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at April 11, 2026 09:46 AM (LmPA0)
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Another characteristic of these new converts is that they have a very good understanding of the basics concerning the doctrines of the Catholic Church.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:46 AM (ksbjf)
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147 Eromeros crave prayers for Mrs. E, she has been diagnosed with Lymphoma, so she begins infusions on April 23.
Posted by: Eromero at April 11, 2026 09:39 AM (LHPAg)
She'll be in my prayers, Eromero.
Posted by: Eromero at April 11, 2026 09:39 AM (LHPAg)
She'll be in my prayers, Eromero.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at April 11, 2026 09:46 AM (h7ZuX)
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(cont) This also rebuts the claim that more people are leaving the Church than entering it. A big reason is that they are leaving the visible part: dying. Love 'em or hate 'em, the leading edge of Boomers is getting up there. This is just the way things are, so the absolute numbers will fall.
The Church is also losing a lot of liberal Catholics, who are seeing icons go back up on the plain white walls and beige paint being stripped from the pews. The tan carpets are being torn out and the beautiful tiled floors repaired. They don't like Latin creeping into the Novus Ordo Mass, but the young people love it.
It's a cliche to say the young are out future, but swarms of college kids finding faith is more important than keeping seasoned citizens happy, and yes, our parish is seeing donations drop even as Mass attendance soars.
(cont)
The Church is also losing a lot of liberal Catholics, who are seeing icons go back up on the plain white walls and beige paint being stripped from the pews. The tan carpets are being torn out and the beautiful tiled floors repaired. They don't like Latin creeping into the Novus Ordo Mass, but the young people love it.
It's a cliche to say the young are out future, but swarms of college kids finding faith is more important than keeping seasoned citizens happy, and yes, our parish is seeing donations drop even as Mass attendance soars.
(cont)
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 09:46 AM (ZOv7s)
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(cont) I'll close with some family anecdata. My Catholic grandparents had five children. Between them, they produced only five grandchildren for them.
Those grandchildren produced six children, three of which are mine. At last report, perhaps one of the five kids is still Catholic. Five of their six great-grandkids and both of their great-great-grandkids are Catholic. Evelyn Waugh smiles.
Those grandchildren produced six children, three of which are mine. At last report, perhaps one of the five kids is still Catholic. Five of their six great-grandkids and both of their great-great-grandkids are Catholic. Evelyn Waugh smiles.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 09:48 AM (ZOv7s)
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Morning Horde.
Prayers up for those asking and also for those needing but not asking.
Wife is doing much better after her father's passing.
I did a whole "remember when" thing with her and had her actually laughing at the end. Starting with first meeting him.
I was 24 with a 10" mohawk and we got invited to dinner. Some of his observations held true all these years later.
"You have that mohawk to hide your redneck" and "I think you found 'the one'" to my then girlfriend now wife. Correct on both counts.
He was also Ken Shamrock's trainer for years. Was one of the trainers for the first Fighter House with Shamrock and Tito Ortiz as the stars and ending with their fight with Tito winning.
When I first met him he was a pin stripe suit wearing throwback to the 40's and then his democrat friends screwed him over bigtime and he went wierd. His attire became a mexican blanket and jeans with a huge Bowie knife.
I should also mention his Hep C was from taking a 45 slug, point blank to the forhead and beating the guy who shot him almost to death. The Chicago cops just threw both of them in jail and he almost died there until a shift change got him sent to the ER.
Prayers up for those asking and also for those needing but not asking.
Wife is doing much better after her father's passing.
I did a whole "remember when" thing with her and had her actually laughing at the end. Starting with first meeting him.
I was 24 with a 10" mohawk and we got invited to dinner. Some of his observations held true all these years later.
"You have that mohawk to hide your redneck" and "I think you found 'the one'" to my then girlfriend now wife. Correct on both counts.
He was also Ken Shamrock's trainer for years. Was one of the trainers for the first Fighter House with Shamrock and Tito Ortiz as the stars and ending with their fight with Tito winning.
When I first met him he was a pin stripe suit wearing throwback to the 40's and then his democrat friends screwed him over bigtime and he went wierd. His attire became a mexican blanket and jeans with a huge Bowie knife.
I should also mention his Hep C was from taking a 45 slug, point blank to the forhead and beating the guy who shot him almost to death. The Chicago cops just threw both of them in jail and he almost died there until a shift change got him sent to the ER.
Posted by: Reforger at April 11, 2026 09:51 AM (ZhdAT)
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The Church is also losing a lot of liberal Catholics, who are seeing icons go back up on the plain white walls and beige paint being stripped from the pews. The tan carpets are being torn out and the beautiful tiled floors repaired. They don't like Latin creeping into the Novus Ordo Mass, but the young people love it.
It's a cliche to say the young are out future, but swarms of college kids finding faith is more important than keeping seasoned citizens happy, and yes, our parish is seeing donations drop even as Mass attendance soars.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 09:46 AM (ZOv7s)
Our parish is seeing the same trends.
We are also blessed with a couple of very good and devout Youth Ministers. They are working with the priests to give the teenagers frequent opportunities for Eucharistic Adoration. And the teenagers love it!
Just last month, my 16-year old grandson came back from a retreat and told us that, during Adoration, he was feeling a call to the vocation of the priesthood.
It's a cliche to say the young are out future, but swarms of college kids finding faith is more important than keeping seasoned citizens happy, and yes, our parish is seeing donations drop even as Mass attendance soars.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 09:46 AM (ZOv7s)
Our parish is seeing the same trends.
We are also blessed with a couple of very good and devout Youth Ministers. They are working with the priests to give the teenagers frequent opportunities for Eucharistic Adoration. And the teenagers love it!
Just last month, my 16-year old grandson came back from a retreat and told us that, during Adoration, he was feeling a call to the vocation of the priesthood.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:51 AM (ksbjf)
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I should get outside and do stuff, but again its quite cool, 50s and bit breezy. Nice Spring days have been few and far between.
Posted by: Skip at April 11, 2026 09:52 AM (Ia/+0)
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*It's from Scarface. Replace the candy with cocaine. Bagged cocaine, loose cocaine, lotsa cocaine.
Posted by: I used to have a different nic at April 11, 2026 09:40 AM*
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>Quick consult with wiki...
Ah. Al Pacino, Oliver Stone, cocaine, drug lords, and murder.
No wonder.
Posted by: I used to have a different nic at April 11, 2026 09:40 AM*
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>Quick consult with wiki...
Ah. Al Pacino, Oliver Stone, cocaine, drug lords, and murder.
No wonder.
Posted by: Quarter Twenty at April 11, 2026 09:53 AM (2Ez/1)
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Well, I've got to run. God bless, everyone.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:53 AM (ksbjf)
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At this year's Easter Vigil, I saw two very elderly men come into the Church. When you're 70-80-90, that's not a casual decision.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:43 AM (ksbjf)
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Yes, that is also happening, and "reverts" won't show up on the Easter tallies, but they do show up in the pews.
I'm strongly considering becoming an OCIA sponsor this year. I did it ten years ago, but couldn't continue because of all my other commitments. Things seem to be calming down, so I might do it this fall if circumstances remain calm.
Posted by: Retired Buckeye Cop is now an engineer at April 11, 2026 09:43 AM (ksbjf)
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Yes, that is also happening, and "reverts" won't show up on the Easter tallies, but they do show up in the pews.
I'm strongly considering becoming an OCIA sponsor this year. I did it ten years ago, but couldn't continue because of all my other commitments. Things seem to be calming down, so I might do it this fall if circumstances remain calm.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 09:54 AM (ZOv7s)
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Ah. Al Pacino, Oliver Stone, cocaine, drug lords, and murder.
No wonder.
Posted by: Quarter Twenty at April 11, 2026 09:53 AM (2Ez/1)
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It's a great awful movie. Pacino just chews on the scenery, can't keep his accent consistent, and the opening scenes about the Mariel boat lift with Carter's portrait in every shot was just twisting the knife.
I think for a while it had the highest f-bomb count of any movie.
No wonder.
Posted by: Quarter Twenty at April 11, 2026 09:53 AM (2Ez/1)
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It's a great awful movie. Pacino just chews on the scenery, can't keep his accent consistent, and the opening scenes about the Mariel boat lift with Carter's portrait in every shot was just twisting the knife.
I think for a while it had the highest f-bomb count of any movie.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 09:56 AM (ZOv7s)
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vmom,
I spent last week supporting a breast surgeon. All her patients have breast cancer. There was a couple really tough cases. Being a breast cancer patient myself 12 years ago, it did a number on my head.
The pregnant lady with a recurrence of her breast cancer (possibly due to IVF) was particularly heartbreaking.
I spent last week supporting a breast surgeon. All her patients have breast cancer. There was a couple really tough cases. Being a breast cancer patient myself 12 years ago, it did a number on my head.
The pregnant lady with a recurrence of her breast cancer (possibly due to IVF) was particularly heartbreaking.
Posted by: nurse ratched at April 11, 2026 09:58 AM (hTSkD)
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I'm not catholic. I belong to a large conservative Bible church.we are also seeing a surge in people interested in Jesus. It is nice to see so many young people and children at church.
Posted by: lin-duh is offended at April 11, 2026 09:58 AM (VCgbV)
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Posted by: Reforger at April 11, 2026 09:51 AM (ZhdAT)
That is a great eulogy. He sounds like a fascinating man.
That is a great eulogy. He sounds like a fascinating man.
Posted by: Dash my lace wigs! at April 11, 2026 10:03 AM (h7ZuX)
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Eric Swalwell on Brett Kavanaugh's alleged victims: "If he is innocent...I hope he says, 'bring in all the victims, allow them to be heard, allow them to be questioned.' That will clear his name."
Today, Swalwell is sending cease and desist letters to alleged survivors of his abuse.
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"Shut the f*ck up!" he explained
Today, Swalwell is sending cease and desist letters to alleged survivors of his abuse.
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"Shut the f*ck up!" he explained
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 10:03 AM (ndZc7)
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"Shut the f*ck up!" he explained
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 10:03 AM (ndZc7)
The very heart and soul of his political platform, as well.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 10:03 AM (ndZc7)
The very heart and soul of his political platform, as well.
Posted by: Kindltot at April 11, 2026 10:06 AM (rbvCR)
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Crime spree!
The New York Times reports that 12 of the ~1500 January 6 rioters have reoffended in about a year's time—calling it a "crime spree".
The recidivism rate of the J6ers is 0.8%. The average 1 year US re-arrest rate, by contrast, is 43%.
funny how that works
The New York Times reports that 12 of the ~1500 January 6 rioters have reoffended in about a year's time—calling it a "crime spree".
The recidivism rate of the J6ers is 0.8%. The average 1 year US re-arrest rate, by contrast, is 43%.
funny how that works
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 10:07 AM (ndZc7)
Posted by: vmom deport deport deport at April 11, 2026 10:07 AM (LmPA0)
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Prayers up for the Eromeros.
Posted by: All Hail Eris, She-Wolf of the 'Ettes 'Ettes. at April 11, 2026 10:08 AM (kpS4V)
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Going to join up with a gathering of men this evening. Sitting on a backyard deck around a fire pit. No religious rules. No rituals. Nobody cares how you dress. Just honest talk about God and our relationship with Him.
I think that's what most guys crave, but rarely have time or opportunity to experience.
And complete confidentiality with no gossipy follow up emails distributing embarrassing tell-all "prayer requests."
I think that's what most guys crave, but rarely have time or opportunity to experience.
And complete confidentiality with no gossipy follow up emails distributing embarrassing tell-all "prayer requests."
Posted by: Quarter Twenty at April 11, 2026 10:09 AM (2Ez/1)
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A friend of mine, N, just contacted me asking that I pray for his wife, Mary. My friend is in no way, shape or form a religious man, so his request bespeaks the seriousness of the situation. Mary F. is in the ICU. Any and all prayers willing to lift up her name to the Almighty are greatly appreciated.
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 10:09 AM (X+xvk)
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The New York Times reports that 12 of the ~1500 January 6 rioters have reoffended in about a year's time—calling it a "crime spree".
The recidivism rate of the J6ers is 0.8%. The average 1 year US re-arrest rate, by contrast, is 43%.
funny how that works
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 10:07 AM (ndZc7)
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Well, false arrest, entrapment, job loss and bankruptcy might make people misbehave.
If only they were illegals, this would be a triumph of "scared straight!"
The recidivism rate of the J6ers is 0.8%. The average 1 year US re-arrest rate, by contrast, is 43%.
funny how that works
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 10:07 AM (ndZc7)
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Well, false arrest, entrapment, job loss and bankruptcy might make people misbehave.
If only they were illegals, this would be a triumph of "scared straight!"
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 10:10 AM (ZOv7s)
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New York Times reports that 12 of the ~1500 January 6 rioters have reoffended in about a year's time—calling it a "crime spree".
The recidivism rate of the J6ers is 0.8%. The average 1 year US re-arrest rate, by contrast, is 43%.
funny how that works
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 10:07 AM (ndZc7)
To be fair to NYT they did the same analysis on antifa members arrested during the 2020 riots. Right?
The recidivism rate of the J6ers is 0.8%. The average 1 year US re-arrest rate, by contrast, is 43%.
funny how that works
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 10:07 AM (ndZc7)
To be fair to NYT they did the same analysis on antifa members arrested during the 2020 riots. Right?
Posted by: Heroq at April 11, 2026 10:11 AM (z0fc5)
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LOS ANGELES - A former investigator for the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has admitted to theft after being caught on camera stealing personal items from the bodies of people whose deaths he was assigned to investigate.
Adrian Muñoz, 36, entered a no-contest plea on Friday to one felony count of grand theft and one misdemeanor count of petty theft.
The charges follow a 2023 investigation that revealed Muñoz leveraged his position of trust to pilfer belongings from the deceased.
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I hope there's a special place in Hell for those who steal valuables off a dead person's body.
I experienced it last year. And as I knew would be the case, the local LE investigation into who stole my wife's diamond ring off her finger after she passed went nowhere. Too many persons with access to her body -- ICU staff, hospital morgue employees, funeral home personnel -- and no one admitting to, so the case was closed.
Adrian Muñoz, 36, entered a no-contest plea on Friday to one felony count of grand theft and one misdemeanor count of petty theft.
The charges follow a 2023 investigation that revealed Muñoz leveraged his position of trust to pilfer belongings from the deceased.
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I hope there's a special place in Hell for those who steal valuables off a dead person's body.
I experienced it last year. And as I knew would be the case, the local LE investigation into who stole my wife's diamond ring off her finger after she passed went nowhere. Too many persons with access to her body -- ICU staff, hospital morgue employees, funeral home personnel -- and no one admitting to, so the case was closed.
Posted by: one hour sober at April 11, 2026 10:12 AM (Y1sOo)
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Iran says it can't open Strait of Hormuz yet because it can't find all the MINES they put in it
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You know how it is when you go on a murder spree, things get misplaced in all the excitement.
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You know how it is when you go on a murder spree, things get misplaced in all the excitement.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 10:12 AM (ndZc7)
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Iran says it can't open Strait of Hormuz yet because it can't find all the MINES they put in it
I rate this as plausible. We have the equipment to remove them. However, we should have hostages from the IRGC. Anybody shoots at our mine removal assets, they get buried in pig feces. Alive.
I rate this as plausible. We have the equipment to remove them. However, we should have hostages from the IRGC. Anybody shoots at our mine removal assets, they get buried in pig feces. Alive.
Posted by: Archimedes at April 11, 2026 10:14 AM (Riz8t)
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They're always in the last place you look!
Posted by: Crazy Al's Minesweepers at April 11, 2026 10:14 AM (2Ez/1)
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Heh. I’m re-watching The Sopranos and just watched the episode where Pussy gets wacked on the boat. Pauline takes his watch and rings immediately. That little moment cracked me up.
Posted by: Heroq at April 11, 2026 10:14 AM (z0fc5)
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Paulie not Pauline.
Damn auto cucumber.
Damn auto cucumber.
Posted by: Heroq at April 11, 2026 10:15 AM (z0fc5)
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Swalwell can openly consort with the Chi-Coms and nothing happens.
But one manufactured 'kiss and cry rape' story and he's left a grease spot.
Both serve the needs of The Party. That is all that matters.
But one manufactured 'kiss and cry rape' story and he's left a grease spot.
Both serve the needs of The Party. That is all that matters.
Posted by: Oddbob at April 11, 2026 10:16 AM (vTZFs)
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We have oil!
@POTUS:
The Fake News Media has lost total credibility, not that they had any to begin with. Because of their massive Trump Derangement Syndrome (Sometimes referred to as TDS!), they love saying that Iran is “winning” when, in fact, everyone knows that they are LOSING, and LOSING BIG! Their Navy is gone, their Air Force is gone, their Anti Aircraft apparatus is nonexistent, Radar is dead, their Missile and Drone Factories have been largely obliterated along with the Missiles and Drones themselves and, most importantly, their longtime “Leaders” are no longer with us, praise be to Allah! The only thing they have going is the threat that a ship may “bunk” into one of their sea mines which, by the way, all 28 of their mine dropper boats are also lying at the bottom of the sea. We’re now starting the process of clearing out the Strait of Hormuz as a favor to Countries all over the World, including China, Japan, South Korea, France, Germany, and many others. Incredibly, they don’t have the Courage or Will to do this work themselves. Very interestingly, however, empty Oil carrying ships from many Nations are all heading to the United States of America to LOAD UP with Oil..."
@POTUS:
The Fake News Media has lost total credibility, not that they had any to begin with. Because of their massive Trump Derangement Syndrome (Sometimes referred to as TDS!), they love saying that Iran is “winning” when, in fact, everyone knows that they are LOSING, and LOSING BIG! Their Navy is gone, their Air Force is gone, their Anti Aircraft apparatus is nonexistent, Radar is dead, their Missile and Drone Factories have been largely obliterated along with the Missiles and Drones themselves and, most importantly, their longtime “Leaders” are no longer with us, praise be to Allah! The only thing they have going is the threat that a ship may “bunk” into one of their sea mines which, by the way, all 28 of their mine dropper boats are also lying at the bottom of the sea. We’re now starting the process of clearing out the Strait of Hormuz as a favor to Countries all over the World, including China, Japan, South Korea, France, Germany, and many others. Incredibly, they don’t have the Courage or Will to do this work themselves. Very interestingly, however, empty Oil carrying ships from many Nations are all heading to the United States of America to LOAD UP with Oil..."
Posted by: runner at April 11, 2026 10:16 AM (GD0B3)
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Eromeros crave prayers for Mrs. E, she has been diagnosed with Lymphoma, so she begins infusions on April 23.
Posted by: Eromero
Prayers up. Monday is the last day of my sixth three week chemo process for the same thing. It's tough, but I'm feeling better and trust it will help.
Have faith and carry on.
Posted by: Eromero
Prayers up. Monday is the last day of my sixth three week chemo process for the same thing. It's tough, but I'm feeling better and trust it will help.
Have faith and carry on.
Posted by: From about That Time at April 11, 2026 10:16 AM (sl73Y)
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 10:17 AM (ndZc7)
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what a troll ! "their longtime “Leaders” are no longer with us, praise be to Allah! "
Posted by: runner at April 11, 2026 10:17 AM (GD0B3)
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Good morning good people. Prayers for all Hordian intentions - those requested and those known but to God.
Posted by: Tonypete at April 11, 2026 10:18 AM (cYBz/)
Posted by: man at April 11, 2026 10:18 AM (XuXeR)
Posted by: man at April 11, 2026 10:19 AM (XuXeR)
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Not poutine?
Posted by: man
Clapton had a pretty popular song about it. Come to think of it, so did Weird Al.
Posted by: man
Clapton had a pretty popular song about it. Come to think of it, so did Weird Al.
Posted by: Tonypete at April 11, 2026 10:21 AM (cYBz/)
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Poll: Majority Say Stopping Iran From Getting Nuclear Weapons Is More Important Than Ending War
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Democrats on suicide watch.
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Democrats on suicide watch.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 10:22 AM (ndZc7)
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I am sure Iran's Mullahs would have nuked Israel and somehow hit US as soon ss they could have. And President Trump administration thought so as well.
Posted by: Skip at April 11, 2026 10:24 AM (Ia/+0)
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Good morning! This is what I voted for:
@SecRubio
Masoumeh Ebtekar - also known as "Screaming Mary" - was the spokeswoman for the Islamic terrorists who stormed the U.S. Embassy in Tehran in 1979 and held 52 Americans hostage for 444 days - subjecting them to beatings, starvation, and mock executions.
In 2014, the Obama Administration granted visas to her son and his family to enter the United States. In June 2016, the Obama Administration gave them lawful permanent resident status via the Diversity Immigrant Visa Program.
This week, I terminated their lawful permanent resident status and today, Seyed Eissa Hashemi, Maryam Tahmasebi, and their son are now in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement pending their removal from our country.
Her family should never have been allowed to benefit from the extraordinary privilege of living in our country.
America can never become home for anti-American terrorists or their families - and under the Trump Administration, it never will.
@SecRubio
Masoumeh Ebtekar - also known as "Screaming Mary" - was the spokeswoman for the Islamic terrorists who stormed the U.S. Embassy in Tehran in 1979 and held 52 Americans hostage for 444 days - subjecting them to beatings, starvation, and mock executions.
In 2014, the Obama Administration granted visas to her son and his family to enter the United States. In June 2016, the Obama Administration gave them lawful permanent resident status via the Diversity Immigrant Visa Program.
This week, I terminated their lawful permanent resident status and today, Seyed Eissa Hashemi, Maryam Tahmasebi, and their son are now in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement pending their removal from our country.
Her family should never have been allowed to benefit from the extraordinary privilege of living in our country.
America can never become home for anti-American terrorists or their families - and under the Trump Administration, it never will.
Posted by: Lizzy at April 11, 2026 10:24 AM (Suwql)
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It's the Apacolypse! Again!
Trump Gives Iran 24 Hours Before “World’s Most Powerful Reset”
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 10:17 AM (ndZc7)
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Everyone's a cat, and Trump has a laser pointer.
Again, I saw this coming, been trying to tell people that not only did Trump have a plan, he had the biggest, best, classiest and most sophisticated plan you've ever seen. Everyone says so. They really do.
China's level of being screwed is world-historical. Future generations will marvel at how rapidly the strategic balance shifted and the Chicoms went from being our greatest threat to our bitch.
Trump Gives Iran 24 Hours Before “World’s Most Powerful Reset”
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 10:17 AM (ndZc7)
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Everyone's a cat, and Trump has a laser pointer.
Again, I saw this coming, been trying to tell people that not only did Trump have a plan, he had the biggest, best, classiest and most sophisticated plan you've ever seen. Everyone says so. They really do.
China's level of being screwed is world-historical. Future generations will marvel at how rapidly the strategic balance shifted and the Chicoms went from being our greatest threat to our bitch.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 10:25 AM (ZOv7s)
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Prayers up. Monday is the last day of my sixth three week chemo process for the same thing. It's tough, but I'm feeling better and trust it will help.
Have faith and carry on.
Posted by: From about That Time at April 11, 2026 10:16 AM
Thanks for sharing that. It helps a lot to see what's on the road ahead.
Have faith and carry on.
Posted by: From about That Time at April 11, 2026 10:16 AM
Thanks for sharing that. It helps a lot to see what's on the road ahead.
Posted by: Eromero at April 11, 2026 10:26 AM (LHPAg)
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SoCal Warehouse Arson Suspect Compared Himself to Luigi Mangione, Feds Say
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Well, I'd like to see both of you burning in the hottest part of Hell so I guess we're on the same page.
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Well, I'd like to see both of you burning in the hottest part of Hell so I guess we're on the same page.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 10:26 AM (ndZc7)
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I am sure Iran's Mullahs would have nuked Israel and somehow hit US as soon ss they could have. And President Trump administration thought so as well.
Posted by: Skip at April 11, 2026 10:24 AM (Ia/+0)
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When someone says that want to kill you, believe them.
Posted by: Skip at April 11, 2026 10:24 AM (Ia/+0)
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When someone says that want to kill you, believe them.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 10:26 AM (ZOv7s)
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>>..He scooped her up like she was a child, and set her in the seat. We were so grateful! We thanked him, and he made sure we were ok, and got his dog and trotted off on down the path. GOD. IS. GOOD.
Indeed! Lovely to hear there are still spontaneous helpers out there!!
Indeed! Lovely to hear there are still spontaneous helpers out there!!
Posted by: Lizzy at April 11, 2026 10:26 AM (Suwql)
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Prayers up. Monday is the last day of my sixth three week chemo process for the same thing. It's tough, but I'm feeling better and trust it will help.
Have faith and carry on.
Posted by: From about That Time at April 11, 2026 10:16 AM
Thanks for sharing that. It helps a lot to see what's on the road ahead.
Posted by: Eromero at April 11, 2026 10:26 AM (LHPAg)
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God be with you.
Have faith and carry on.
Posted by: From about That Time at April 11, 2026 10:16 AM
Thanks for sharing that. It helps a lot to see what's on the road ahead.
Posted by: Eromero at April 11, 2026 10:26 AM (LHPAg)
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God be with you.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 10:27 AM (ZOv7s)
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Poll: Majority Say Stopping Iran From Getting Nuclear Weapons Is More Important Than Ending War
How about just stopping Iran from being a massive pain in the ass to the entire world for 47 years?
How about just stopping Iran from being a massive pain in the ass to the entire world for 47 years?
Posted by: Angzarr the Cromulent at April 11, 2026 10:28 AM (XMwZJ)
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Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 10:25 AM (ZOv7s)
you are disappointing the drive by trolls!
you are disappointing the drive by trolls!
Posted by: runner at April 11, 2026 10:28 AM (GD0B3)
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>>SoCal Warehouse Arson Suspect Compared Himself to Luigi Mangione, Feds Say
Have details about the guy been published?
He had a distinctly non-Western name, which prompts one to wonder about his citizenship, ethnicity, religion. . . we've been here so many times before.
Have details about the guy been published?
He had a distinctly non-Western name, which prompts one to wonder about his citizenship, ethnicity, religion. . . we've been here so many times before.
Posted by: Lizzy at April 11, 2026 10:29 AM (Suwql)
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Eromero,
So sorry to hear about the Mrs. But please know that the spawn and I will be praying for her.🙏
So sorry to hear about the Mrs. But please know that the spawn and I will be praying for her.🙏
Posted by: lin-duh is offended at April 11, 2026 10:29 AM (VCgbV)
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How about just stopping Iran from being a massive pain in the ass to the entire world for 47 years?
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it is a little more complicated than it sounds
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it is a little more complicated than it sounds
Posted by: runner at April 11, 2026 10:29 AM (GD0B3)
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"In 2014, the Obama Administration granted visas to her son and his family to enter the United States. In June 2016, the Obama Administration gave them lawful permanent resident status via the Diversity Immigrant Visa Program."
Perhaps whoever authorized those actions should have something legally unpleasant happen to them.
Perhaps whoever authorized those actions should have something legally unpleasant happen to them.
Posted by: Richard Cranium at April 11, 2026 10:29 AM (u5xQp)
Posted by: All Hail Eris, She-Wolf of the 'Ettes 'Ettes. at April 11, 2026 10:29 AM (kpS4V)
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I hope there's a special place in Hell for those who steal valuables off a dead person's body.
I experienced it last year. And as I knew would be the case, the local LE investigation into who stole my wife's diamond ring off her finger after she passed went nowhere. Too many persons with access to her body -- ICU staff, hospital morgue employees, funeral home personnel -- and no one admitting to, so the case was closed.
Posted by: one hour sober
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Utterly despicable. I have no words.
My Dad's ring went missing when he passed. All of us kids inquired about it. The silent indifference we were met with will never leave me.
I experienced it last year. And as I knew would be the case, the local LE investigation into who stole my wife's diamond ring off her finger after she passed went nowhere. Too many persons with access to her body -- ICU staff, hospital morgue employees, funeral home personnel -- and no one admitting to, so the case was closed.
Posted by: one hour sober
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Utterly despicable. I have no words.
My Dad's ring went missing when he passed. All of us kids inquired about it. The silent indifference we were met with will never leave me.
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 10:30 AM (X+xvk)
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Prayers for the horde!
Posted by: Lizzy at April 11, 2026 10:31 AM (Suwql)
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I didn't see it mentioned here, but I think this is a good thread to bring it up. There is a great deal of fear on the part of the Dems that Trump is consolidating Catholic support, which combined with Evangelical and conservative Mainliners, could build an unbeatable coalition.
They are now mounting various info ops to try to promote sectarian infighting, and this week a very liberal "journolist" pushed a bogus story that in January, the Dept. of War "summoned" the Papal Nuncio to the Pentagon and proceeded to demand that the Vatican get on board with attacking Iran, threatening Pope Leo with "another Avignon" if they didn't comply. This went viral of course, and while experience Catholic journalists laughed at it and immediately called b.s., it was widely circulated.
The War Dept. put out a statement saying it was garbage, and this was confirmed by our Vatican ambassador, but of course on-the-record named denials are always trumped by anonymous sources. Always. It's the new thing. (cont)
They are now mounting various info ops to try to promote sectarian infighting, and this week a very liberal "journolist" pushed a bogus story that in January, the Dept. of War "summoned" the Papal Nuncio to the Pentagon and proceeded to demand that the Vatican get on board with attacking Iran, threatening Pope Leo with "another Avignon" if they didn't comply. This went viral of course, and while experience Catholic journalists laughed at it and immediately called b.s., it was widely circulated.
The War Dept. put out a statement saying it was garbage, and this was confirmed by our Vatican ambassador, but of course on-the-record named denials are always trumped by anonymous sources. Always. It's the new thing. (cont)
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 10:32 AM (ZOv7s)
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>>I hope there's a special place in Hell for those who steal valuables off a dead person's body.
THIS
That's horrible about your wife's ring being stolen, just despicable!
THIS
That's horrible about your wife's ring being stolen, just despicable!
Posted by: Lizzy at April 11, 2026 10:33 AM (Suwql)
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 10:33 AM (ndZc7)
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Florida becomes the first state to administer DMV driving tests in English only. Translators are not allowed in the testing area.
Posted by: one hour sober at April 11, 2026 10:34 AM (Y1sOo)
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Would appreciate prayers for the recent loss of my mother and support while acting as executor (executrix?), including protection from spiritual issues.
Posted by: Helena Handbasket at April 11, 2026 10:34 AM (9vFyc)
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>>"In 2014, the Obama Administration granted visas to her son and his family to enter the United States. In June 2016, the Obama Administration gave them lawful permanent resident status via the Diversity Immigrant Visa Program."
Perhaps whoever authorized those actions should have something legally unpleasant happen to them.
Hey, anyone recall where Valerie Jarrett grew up?
Perhaps whoever authorized those actions should have something legally unpleasant happen to them.
Hey, anyone recall where Valerie Jarrett grew up?
Posted by: Lizzy at April 11, 2026 10:35 AM (Suwql)
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didn't see it mentioned here, but I think this is a good thread to bring it up. There is a great deal of fear on the part of the Dems that Trump is consolidating Catholic support, which combined with Evangelical and conservative Mainliners, could build an unbeatable coalition.
They are now mounting various info ops to try to promote sectarian infighting...
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We see in real time, don't we. Covens promotes herself a Catholic, then there was that bimbo who got kicked off Trump's Commission. Unfortunately, there are always useful idiots available for the reds (and greens) to use.
They are now mounting various info ops to try to promote sectarian infighting...
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We see in real time, don't we. Covens promotes herself a Catholic, then there was that bimbo who got kicked off Trump's Commission. Unfortunately, there are always useful idiots available for the reds (and greens) to use.
Posted by: runner at April 11, 2026 10:36 AM (GD0B3)
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Now mooselimbs are trying to claim they had a part in founding the Alamo.
https://tinyurl.com/54rt9fcx
https://tinyurl.com/54rt9fcx
Posted by: lin-duh is offended at April 11, 2026 10:36 AM (VCgbV)
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China's level of being screwed is world-historical. Future generations will marvel at how rapidly the strategic balance shifted and the Chicoms went from being our greatest threat to our bitch.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd
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China's response will be war. They responded to Trump's first-term strategy to counter them by unleashing Covid. This time they'll be unleashing their navy. They have far superior ship-building capacity than we do, and a restless, angry population, which they will try to unite under a nationalist banner. Very similar to Japan before Pearl Harbor.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd
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China's response will be war. They responded to Trump's first-term strategy to counter them by unleashing Covid. This time they'll be unleashing their navy. They have far superior ship-building capacity than we do, and a restless, angry population, which they will try to unite under a nationalist banner. Very similar to Japan before Pearl Harbor.
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 10:37 AM (X+xvk)
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Helena,
Of course!
Of course!
Posted by: lin-duh is offended at April 11, 2026 10:37 AM (VCgbV)
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(cont) Despite photos showing how cordial the meeting was, and that's all it was, a meeting to discuss various topics in an open way, the leftist media stuck with their version, pointing to the Vatican's silence, which was really reluctance to lower themselves.
Finally, the Vatican put out a direct statement by their (now former) nuncio saying everything being printed was completely false and bore no resemblance to reality. Was there a retraction? Of course not.
I mention this in the context of Ted Cruz recently sharing an obviously AI screed on X about a weird conspiracy involving the SSPX and other strangeness. It was clearly designed to turn Evangelicals and Catholics against each other. It was also designed to knock out J.D. Vance and Marco Rubio as presidential candidates. Whether he knew it or not, he was also doing the Dems' work for them.
Finally, the Vatican put out a direct statement by their (now former) nuncio saying everything being printed was completely false and bore no resemblance to reality. Was there a retraction? Of course not.
I mention this in the context of Ted Cruz recently sharing an obviously AI screed on X about a weird conspiracy involving the SSPX and other strangeness. It was clearly designed to turn Evangelicals and Catholics against each other. It was also designed to knock out J.D. Vance and Marco Rubio as presidential candidates. Whether he knew it or not, he was also doing the Dems' work for them.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 10:37 AM (ZOv7s)
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Is there an objective measure of "going viral?"
What does that mean exactly?
A million views?
A billion?
And why would you believe the number of views is real?
Can't a simple software script be written to artificially inflate the number of views?
What does that mean exactly?
A million views?
A billion?
And why would you believe the number of views is real?
Can't a simple software script be written to artificially inflate the number of views?
Posted by: I gotta ask at April 11, 2026 10:38 AM (2Ez/1)
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Diversity Immigrant Visa Program
WTAF? Diversity apparently means any anti-American terrorist POS is welcome to the USA. Because we just don't have enough those terrorist PhDs here...or something. Who the fuck came up with that brilliant plan? Our leaders, or erstwhile leaders, were truly scum.
WTAF? Diversity apparently means any anti-American terrorist POS is welcome to the USA. Because we just don't have enough those terrorist PhDs here...or something. Who the fuck came up with that brilliant plan? Our leaders, or erstwhile leaders, were truly scum.
Posted by: Angzarr the Cromulent at April 11, 2026 10:38 AM (XMwZJ)
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225 Would appreciate prayers for the recent loss of my mother and support while acting as executor (executrix?), including protection from spiritual issues.
Posted by: Helena Handbasket at April 11, 2026 10:34 AM
I'm so sorry to hear that. Your Mom was such a sweet lady,
Posted by: Helena Handbasket at April 11, 2026 10:34 AM
I'm so sorry to hear that. Your Mom was such a sweet lady,
Posted by: Eromero at April 11, 2026 10:40 AM (LHPAg)
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We see in real time, don't we. Covens promotes herself a Catholic, then there was that bimbo who got kicked off Trump's Commission. Unfortunately, there are always useful idiots available for the reds (and greens) to use.
Posted by: runner at April 11, 2026 10:36 AM (GD0B3)
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Yes. I'm all for friendly theological discussions and I'm not shy about my love for the Church and I hope others will find the peace I found there, but I also understand that we need to create a Christian United Front against the common foe.
I still think "Yard Sign Calvinism" is funny, but people didn't like it, so I stopped because it was supposed to be funny, not meant to antagonize my brothers and sisters in Christ.
Posted by: runner at April 11, 2026 10:36 AM (GD0B3)
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Yes. I'm all for friendly theological discussions and I'm not shy about my love for the Church and I hope others will find the peace I found there, but I also understand that we need to create a Christian United Front against the common foe.
I still think "Yard Sign Calvinism" is funny, but people didn't like it, so I stopped because it was supposed to be funny, not meant to antagonize my brothers and sisters in Christ.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 10:41 AM (ZOv7s)
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Cat fight!
Anna Wintour and Meryl Streep Take Aim at Melania Trump’s Fashion Choices
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It's weird. The Donks attacks accomplished women like Melania and Eric Kirk while supporting rapists like Swalwell, Clinton, and Muslims generally and they're still the cool chick party.
Anna Wintour and Meryl Streep Take Aim at Melania Trump’s Fashion Choices
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It's weird. The Donks attacks accomplished women like Melania and Eric Kirk while supporting rapists like Swalwell, Clinton, and Muslims generally and they're still the cool chick party.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 10:41 AM (ndZc7)
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Hello, Horde! 😊♥️
Posted by: Teresa in Fort Worth, Texas, AoSHQ's Plucky Wee One - Eat the Cheesecake, Buy the Yarn. at April 11, 2026 10:41 AM (783te)
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I am sure those 4 " Britains" who tried to get in from Canada were nothing but criminal elements
Posted by: Skip at April 11, 2026 10:42 AM (Ia/+0)
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Good morning all
Haven't been around much and even though I just read all the comments, missed some things.
What is happening with Nurse, Eromero's wife?
Jordan, I know what you are going through. It is really hard when you become 24/7 caregiver. Please pay attention to your own health. So easy to not eat right.
TO be cont
Haven't been around much and even though I just read all the comments, missed some things.
What is happening with Nurse, Eromero's wife?
Jordan, I know what you are going through. It is really hard when you become 24/7 caregiver. Please pay attention to your own health. So easy to not eat right.
TO be cont
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at April 11, 2026 10:42 AM (t/2Uw)
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Prayers up Helena. Sorry for your loss.
Posted by: PaleRider at April 11, 2026 10:42 AM (+89TD)
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Good morning Hordemates.
Prayers up for all.
Prayers up for all.
Posted by: Diogenes at April 11, 2026 10:43 AM (2WIwB)
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Now mooselimbs are trying to claim they had a part in founding the Alamo.
https://tinyurl.com/54rt9fcx
Posted by: lin-duh is offended
Well, it was a genocidal massacre . . .
https://tinyurl.com/54rt9fcx
Posted by: lin-duh is offended
Well, it was a genocidal massacre . . .
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 10:43 AM (ndZc7)
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The idea that Trump was going to invade Rome was the most idiotic online idea pushed yet, and that is against a lot of stiff competition.
Posted by: Tom Servo at April 11, 2026 10:43 AM (txiLK)
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>> Cat fight!
Anna Wintour and Meryl Streep Take Aim at Melania Trump’s Fashion Choices
IT'S FUNNY HOW GIRLBOSS FEMINISTS REVERT TO STEREOTYPICAL CATTY B#TCHEZZ AS SOON AS YOU DISAGREE WITH THEIR POLITICS.
Anna Wintour and Meryl Streep Take Aim at Melania Trump’s Fashion Choices
IT'S FUNNY HOW GIRLBOSS FEMINISTS REVERT TO STEREOTYPICAL CATTY B#TCHEZZ AS SOON AS YOU DISAGREE WITH THEIR POLITICS.
Posted by: BEN ROETHLISBERGER at April 11, 2026 10:45 AM (Suwql)
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I saw this study which I think is pertinent:
Researchers had participants take a 15-minute light walk, either indoors or outdoors. They measured cognitive performance before and after using an "oddball task" (testing attention and working memory) and EEG for brain activity
Outdoor walkers showed a significant boost: faster reaction times overall, and a large increase (~71% in related reports) in P300 amplitude, indicating improved cognitive function.
Indoor walkers saw little to no such improvement in the same measures.
Conclusion: The outdoor environment itself appears to enhance cognition beyond just the physical exercise, possibly due to restorative effects of nature reducing directed attention demands.
Touch Grass. It works.
Researchers had participants take a 15-minute light walk, either indoors or outdoors. They measured cognitive performance before and after using an "oddball task" (testing attention and working memory) and EEG for brain activity
Outdoor walkers showed a significant boost: faster reaction times overall, and a large increase (~71% in related reports) in P300 amplitude, indicating improved cognitive function.
Indoor walkers saw little to no such improvement in the same measures.
Conclusion: The outdoor environment itself appears to enhance cognition beyond just the physical exercise, possibly due to restorative effects of nature reducing directed attention demands.
Touch Grass. It works.
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at April 11, 2026 10:45 AM (t/2Uw)
Posted by: LinusVanPelt at April 11, 2026 10:45 AM (xT8gx)
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Good day to alla y'all. Sunny and going to be almost hot today here in the green green NE corner of the Land of the Red Man.
Thanks Annie for the prayer list. A diamond mine today. Thanks, MH, for hosting the thread and the nice classical piece.
My prayers for all. Prayers welcomed for the physical and spiritual health of our family.
Mark 9:24 KJV
And straightway the father of the child cried out, and said with tears, Lord, I believe; help thou mine unbelief.
Thanks Annie for the prayer list. A diamond mine today. Thanks, MH, for hosting the thread and the nice classical piece.
My prayers for all. Prayers welcomed for the physical and spiritual health of our family.
Mark 9:24 KJV
And straightway the father of the child cried out, and said with tears, Lord, I believe; help thou mine unbelief.
Posted by: mindful webworker - on with the day at April 11, 2026 10:45 AM (C2uPD)
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China's response will be war. They responded to Trump's first-term strategy to counter them by unleashing Covid.
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 10:37 AM (X+xvk)
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It very much was an accident and it badly damaged the CCP. Look up "white paper revolution" if you don't believe me. I mean it was a bioweapon, but the CCP promotes obedience over competence, and the leak was the result.
The same is true of their military, and Xi's ongoing purge of what appears to be the entire flag officer ranks does not speak of any great confidence.
Xi should have invaded in 2024. Biden would have fumbled it, our woke military would have sat quietly and done nothing. That window has closed. There are only a few weeks of good weather when they can mount an invasion and those are coming up fast - right when China is cripplingly short of oil. Timing is everything.
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 10:37 AM (X+xvk)
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It very much was an accident and it badly damaged the CCP. Look up "white paper revolution" if you don't believe me. I mean it was a bioweapon, but the CCP promotes obedience over competence, and the leak was the result.
The same is true of their military, and Xi's ongoing purge of what appears to be the entire flag officer ranks does not speak of any great confidence.
Xi should have invaded in 2024. Biden would have fumbled it, our woke military would have sat quietly and done nothing. That window has closed. There are only a few weeks of good weather when they can mount an invasion and those are coming up fast - right when China is cripplingly short of oil. Timing is everything.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 10:46 AM (ZOv7s)
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Researchers had participants take a 15-minute light walk, either indoors or outdoors.
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at April 11, 2026 10:45 AM (t/2Uw)
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When writing a book, I often take a short break and walk around the neighborhood for precisely that reason. It helps me figure out plot developments and stuff.
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at April 11, 2026 10:45 AM (t/2Uw)
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When writing a book, I often take a short break and walk around the neighborhood for precisely that reason. It helps me figure out plot developments and stuff.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd at April 11, 2026 10:47 AM (ZOv7s)
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Indoor walkers saw little to no such improvement in the same measures.
Conclusion: The outdoor environment itself appears to enhance cognition beyond just the physical exercise, possibly due to restorative effects of nature reducing directed attention demands.
Touch Grass. It works.
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at April 11, 2026 10:45 AM (t/2Uw)
This makes sense to me. I jog, but the principle is the same…. I jog outdoors in cold of winter or heat of summer. The treadmill is a non-starter… I call it the dreadmill…. I love seeing the trees, grass, birds and feeling the breeze… and seeing other people
Conclusion: The outdoor environment itself appears to enhance cognition beyond just the physical exercise, possibly due to restorative effects of nature reducing directed attention demands.
Touch Grass. It works.
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at April 11, 2026 10:45 AM (t/2Uw)
This makes sense to me. I jog, but the principle is the same…. I jog outdoors in cold of winter or heat of summer. The treadmill is a non-starter… I call it the dreadmill…. I love seeing the trees, grass, birds and feeling the breeze… and seeing other people
Posted by: LinusVanPelt at April 11, 2026 10:48 AM (xT8gx)
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Now mooselimbs are trying to claim they had a part in founding the Alamo.
https://tinyurl.com/54rt9fcx
Uh, yeah. Because all "arches and geometric patterns" are uniquely Muslim just like all hair weaving is uniquely African.
https://tinyurl.com/54rt9fcx
Uh, yeah. Because all "arches and geometric patterns" are uniquely Muslim just like all hair weaving is uniquely African.
Posted by: Oddbob at April 11, 2026 10:49 AM (vTZFs)
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>> >> Cat fight!
Anna Wintour and Meryl Streep Take Aim at Melania Trump’s Fashion Choices
Shorter: "Pro-Choice" feminists mock Melania's choices.
Anna Wintour and Meryl Streep Take Aim at Melania Trump’s Fashion Choices
Shorter: "Pro-Choice" feminists mock Melania's choices.
Posted by: Lizzy at April 11, 2026 10:49 AM (Suwql)
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Prayers for the horse and their intentions!
Posted by: Az Deplorable moron at April 11, 2026 10:51 AM (FsF2B)
Posted by: Mr. Ed, Esquire at April 11, 2026 10:52 AM (vTZFs)
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I can't get the Annie's Stew email address to work.
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 10:52 AM (X+xvk)
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I see dem infighting has Fartwell under pressure in CA. Some lady claims he raped her plus 3 or 4 others are claiming bad behavior…. His guv run probably over. Couldn’t happen to a nicer guy… I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s true. It also wouldn’t surprise me if it’s just dirty tricks by Katie Porter or another rival dem
Posted by: LinusVanPelt at April 11, 2026 10:52 AM (xT8gx)
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Anna Wintour and Meryl Streep Take Aim at Melania Trump’s Fashion Choices
Shorter: "Pro-Choice" feminists mock Melania's choices.
Posted by: Lizzy at April 11, 2026 10:49 AM (Suwql)
Did Streep deliver her bitchy little tirade with some kind of Eastern European accent?
Shorter: "Pro-Choice" feminists mock Melania's choices.
Posted by: Lizzy at April 11, 2026 10:49 AM (Suwql)
Did Streep deliver her bitchy little tirade with some kind of Eastern European accent?
Posted by: Pug Mahon, Trumpy can do magic at April 11, 2026 10:53 AM (0aYVJ)
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Muslims will invade Rome long before any Western countries do
Posted by: Skip at April 11, 2026 10:54 AM (Ia/+0)
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I guess after the initial batch failed so miserably, they felt the need to atone.
China plans to deliver air defense systems to Iran in coming weeks, US intelligence reveals - CNN
US intelligence reports that China is preparing to deliver air defense systems to Iran within weeks, using third countries to conceal the shipments, as tensions rise in the region.
https://is.gd/UX1GJi
China denies doing this (probably because of Trump's 50% tariff for supplying arms to Iran), so I have to choose who's lying, CNN or China. Here is a perfect opportunity to invoke the healing power of "and".
China plans to deliver air defense systems to Iran in coming weeks, US intelligence reveals - CNN
US intelligence reports that China is preparing to deliver air defense systems to Iran within weeks, using third countries to conceal the shipments, as tensions rise in the region.
https://is.gd/UX1GJi
China denies doing this (probably because of Trump's 50% tariff for supplying arms to Iran), so I have to choose who's lying, CNN or China. Here is a perfect opportunity to invoke the healing power of "and".
Posted by: Archimedes at April 11, 2026 10:55 AM (Riz8t)
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Good morning, Horde. I slept in until a little past 0700, and my body doesn't know what to do. I woke up a pint low on coffee and I'm making up for the deficit right now.
Gotta take the car in to get the snow tires swapped out, and also grit my teeth and do my taxes at some point. Bleh.
Gotta take the car in to get the snow tires swapped out, and also grit my teeth and do my taxes at some point. Bleh.
Posted by: PabloD at April 11, 2026 10:57 AM (8sD0/)
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The idea that Trump was going to invade Rome was the most idiotic online idea pushed yet, and that is against a lot of stiff competition.
Posted by: Tom Servo
He's trying to kill Chicago Bob!
How The Corporate Media Spread Hoax Trump Threatened the Pope
Posted by: Tom Servo
He's trying to kill Chicago Bob!
How The Corporate Media Spread Hoax Trump Threatened the Pope
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Damn It Feels Good to Be a Trumpster! at April 11, 2026 10:58 AM (ndZc7)
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Posted by: Helena Handbasket at April 11, 2026 10:34 AM (9vFyc)
Condolences! She was a great lady and her memory will be a blessing for many.
Condolences! She was a great lady and her memory will be a blessing for many.
Posted by: Polliwog the 'Ette at April 11, 2026 10:59 AM (lFFaq)
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It very much was an accident and it badly damaged the CCP. Look up "white paper revolution" if you don't believe me. I mean it was a bioweapon, but the CCP promotes obedience over competence, and the leak was the result.
The same is true of their military, and Xi's ongoing purge of what appears to be the entire flag officer ranks does not speak of any great confidence.
Xi should have invaded in 2024. Biden would have fumbled it, our woke military would have sat quietly and done nothing. That window has closed. There are only a few weeks of good weather when they can mount an invasion and those are coming up fast - right when China is cripplingly short of oil. Timing is everything.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd
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I think the release of Covid was intentional. They certainly didn't do anything to stop the travel of the infected, and if their economy was going to suffer, every other nation was going to suffer, too. It also allowed the international Left to impose draconian limitations on their populations, all of which appeared to target people who championed individual freedom and belief in God.
The same is true of their military, and Xi's ongoing purge of what appears to be the entire flag officer ranks does not speak of any great confidence.
Xi should have invaded in 2024. Biden would have fumbled it, our woke military would have sat quietly and done nothing. That window has closed. There are only a few weeks of good weather when they can mount an invasion and those are coming up fast - right when China is cripplingly short of oil. Timing is everything.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd
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I think the release of Covid was intentional. They certainly didn't do anything to stop the travel of the infected, and if their economy was going to suffer, every other nation was going to suffer, too. It also allowed the international Left to impose draconian limitations on their populations, all of which appeared to target people who championed individual freedom and belief in God.
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 10:59 AM (X+xvk)
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Israel-hating, America-hating, Palestinian cheerleader Mahmoud Khalil has lost his appeal before the Board of Immigration Appeals and has been issued a final deportation order.
Which U.S. district court judge will slapped that down with a stay?
Which U.S. district court judge will slapped that down with a stay?
Posted by: one hour sober at April 11, 2026 11:00 AM (Y1sOo)
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I don't know what Wintour looks like but Streep is probably mostly jealous that Melania looks so good, while Streep was one of the few actresses that Weinstein didn't extract sexual favors from. Heh, its easy to be catty, I usually try to avoid going there, but Streep deserves it.
Posted by: PaleRider at April 11, 2026 11:01 AM (+89TD)
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For those here, Death is stalking me.
This is my post on Facebook about it:
https://tinyurl.com/2v7vaskc
Picture is me a looong time ago.
This is my post on Facebook about it:
https://tinyurl.com/2v7vaskc
Picture is me a looong time ago.
Posted by: Gmac-WTF did you think was going to happen? at April 11, 2026 11:02 AM (Q/FnY)
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Xi should have invaded in 2024. Biden would have fumbled it, our woke military would have sat quietly and done nothing. That window has closed. There are only a few weeks of good weather when they can mount an invasion and those are coming up fast - right when China is cripplingly short of oil. Timing is everything.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd
Japan was short on oil before Pearl Harbor. The United States has inexplicably cut our own navy in half, and most of that is tied down in operations vs. Iran. China is very, very open about acting against the U.S., and will happily use appeals to nationalism to pacify a restive populace.
Posted by: Ace-Endorsed Author A.H. Lloyd
Japan was short on oil before Pearl Harbor. The United States has inexplicably cut our own navy in half, and most of that is tied down in operations vs. Iran. China is very, very open about acting against the U.S., and will happily use appeals to nationalism to pacify a restive populace.
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 11:03 AM (X+xvk)
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The US forest service hoax was going full steam this past week. All kinds of liberals, including a few that I know we’re losing their minds. Trump‘s administration was dismantling the US forest service. He was going to clearcut the forests for oil, drilling, and coal mining. All of the employees were getting notices that they were fired. The ridiculous stories got to the point that the secretary of the interior and the US forest service have been putting out press releases and statements explaining that they are not dismantling the US forest service, they are moving it to the areas that have forests, instead of staff staying in DC.
Posted by: Jen the original at April 11, 2026 11:04 AM (7MAtR)
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Israel-hating, America-hating, Palestinian cheerleader Mahmoud Khalil has lost his appeal before the Board of Immigration Appeals and has been issued a final deportation order.
Which U.S. district court judge will slapped that down with a stay?
Posted by: one hour sober
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He has multiple appeals/cases going. We'll see if the deportation order overrides them. My prediction: go back to drinking.
Israel-hating, America-hating, Palestinian cheerleader Mahmoud Khalil has lost his appeal before the Board of Immigration Appeals and has been issued a final deportation order.
Which U.S. district court judge will slapped that down with a stay?
Posted by: one hour sober
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He has multiple appeals/cases going. We'll see if the deportation order overrides them. My prediction: go back to drinking.
Posted by: Blonde Morticia at April 11, 2026 11:04 AM (n7rxJ)
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I'm not sure China is going the invasion of Taiwan route for the next few years.
They just concluded a meeting with Cheng Li-wun, the woman leading the opposition Kuomintang party, after inviting her over for the first discussions between them in a decade. She's playing along dutifully, and saying all the right things in regards to the Chinese being one people, etc.
Could be that Xi and the CCP realize their in a very tight spot right now, and it's best to go the diplomatic act in public, while doing everything they can to put the Kuomintang in power come the next election. They will probably wait and see how everything shakes out with the current geopolitical situation (wait until Trump is gone being #1) and if needed several years from now, invade, or back a KMT takeover, hostile or not, followed by reunification.
I don't see how they have much choice with the current state of things.
They just concluded a meeting with Cheng Li-wun, the woman leading the opposition Kuomintang party, after inviting her over for the first discussions between them in a decade. She's playing along dutifully, and saying all the right things in regards to the Chinese being one people, etc.
Could be that Xi and the CCP realize their in a very tight spot right now, and it's best to go the diplomatic act in public, while doing everything they can to put the Kuomintang in power come the next election. They will probably wait and see how everything shakes out with the current geopolitical situation (wait until Trump is gone being #1) and if needed several years from now, invade, or back a KMT takeover, hostile or not, followed by reunification.
I don't see how they have much choice with the current state of things.
Posted by: SpeakingOf at April 11, 2026 11:09 AM (6ydKt)
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I can't send a pray request, because I can't get the Annie's Stew e-mail address to work.
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 11:09 AM (X+xvk)
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Posted by: Jen the original at April 11, 2026 11:04 AM (7MAtR)
Good to see the administration is still moving the bureaucracy out of DC.
Good to see the administration is still moving the bureaucracy out of DC.
Posted by: Polliwog the 'Ette at April 11, 2026 11:16 AM (lFFaq)
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I definitely wake up to drink coffee. Rain-ish here in central Texas, but no actual rain which we really could use. Hope everyone has a fabulous day.
Posted by: ErikInTexas at April 11, 2026 11:16 AM (kGdxl)
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Could be that Xi and the CCP realize their in a very tight spot right now, and it's best to go the diplomatic act in public, while doing everything they can to put the Kuomintang in power come the next election. They will probably wait and see how everything shakes out with the current geopolitical situation (wait until Trump is gone being #1) and if needed several years from now, invade, or back a KMT takeover, hostile or not, followed by reunification.
I don't see how they have much choice with the current state of things.
Posted by: SpeakingOf
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They just deployed a huge naval armada, with all transponders turned off. They are building more islands and manufacturing more ships. They're very openly aligned with Mexican cartels, the Iranian regime, any and all willing to oppose America. Our nation has never been weaker since 1945. I don't know that they're going to be willing to let Trump try to revive American manufacturing and ship building while he establishes Fortress America and strengthens our military. It's a dicey calculation.
I don't see how they have much choice with the current state of things.
Posted by: SpeakingOf
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They just deployed a huge naval armada, with all transponders turned off. They are building more islands and manufacturing more ships. They're very openly aligned with Mexican cartels, the Iranian regime, any and all willing to oppose America. Our nation has never been weaker since 1945. I don't know that they're going to be willing to let Trump try to revive American manufacturing and ship building while he establishes Fortress America and strengthens our military. It's a dicey calculation.
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 11:16 AM (X+xvk)
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Helena, may her memory be a blessing. Sounds like there was some legal preparation so hope you have an easy path.
Eromero, the time I spent with you and Mrs E at the last MoMe was the best part. Give her a hug from me and tell her I am sending healing thoughts her way.
{{{Nurse}}} You are the strong. Have to be to do what you do. I hope you get one of those days when you can sit by the water and just Be.
❤️❤️❤️
Eromero, the time I spent with you and Mrs E at the last MoMe was the best part. Give her a hug from me and tell her I am sending healing thoughts her way.
{{{Nurse}}} You are the strong. Have to be to do what you do. I hope you get one of those days when you can sit by the water and just Be.
❤️❤️❤️
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at April 11, 2026 11:16 AM (t/2Uw)
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I can't send a pray request, because I can't get the Annie's Stew e-mail address to work.
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 11:09 AM (X+xvk)
Post your request in the comments here. That will at least get you prayer this week and Annie Stew seems to try to add things mentioned in thread to the official list.
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 11:09 AM (X+xvk)
Post your request in the comments here. That will at least get you prayer this week and Annie Stew seems to try to add things mentioned in thread to the official list.
Posted by: Polliwog the 'Ette at April 11, 2026 11:18 AM (lFFaq)
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>> US forest service have been putting out press releases and statements explaining that they are not dismantling the US forest service, they are moving it to the areas that have forests, instead of staff staying in DC.
Posted by: Jen the original
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Poor babies will live close to the job site. How disgusting.
Will no longer live in DC...the horror.
Posted by: Jen the original
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Poor babies will live close to the job site. How disgusting.
Will no longer live in DC...the horror.
Posted by: Braenyard - some Absent Friends are more equal than others _ at April 11, 2026 11:19 AM (y79kU)
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Trump needs to figure out a way to cut the Gordian knot of the Strait of Hormuz. It is vexing that Iran still controls that waterway despite being mercilessly pummeled. The war cannot end with them controlling the strait. That would be worse than if the war had never happened. Figure it out guys because it’s important and at this point will determine the success or failure of your presidency
Posted by: LinusVanPelt at April 11, 2026 11:19 AM (xT8gx)
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fenelon's son got a job this week too…
Posted by: San Franpsycho
That's great news. Been hoping he'd get a gig.
I'd hire him to help take care of our acreage, but a) I probably can't afford him and 2) Oklahoma is a fur piece away. (From him, not from me. 😁 )
Posted by: San Franpsycho
That's great news. Been hoping he'd get a gig.
I'd hire him to help take care of our acreage, but a) I probably can't afford him and 2) Oklahoma is a fur piece away. (From him, not from me. 😁 )
Posted by: mindful webworker - hop skip and a looonnng jump at April 11, 2026 11:20 AM (C2uPD)
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That someone like Katie Porter is running for Governor of a state eith a top-10 in the world economy is a bit concerning, no?
Posted by: ErikInTexas at April 11, 2026 11:20 AM (kGdxl)
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Meanwhile, America's top scientists are still being murdered or going missing, and no one is willing to talk about it.
https://tinyurl.com/2pmsed82
https://tinyurl.com/2pmsed82
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 11:21 AM (X+xvk)
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Good for Fen
Good for FenSon
Good for FenSon
Posted by: Braenyard - some Absent Friends are more equal than others _ at April 11, 2026 11:21 AM (y79kU)
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I can't send a pray request, because I can't get the Annie's Stew e-mail address to work.
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 11:09 AM (X+xvk)
Hmmm... it appears to work for me. What error are you seeing?
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 11:09 AM (X+xvk)
Hmmm... it appears to work for me. What error are you seeing?
Posted by: I used to have a different nic at April 11, 2026 11:22 AM (ExV1e)
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Sam Adams don't ask me, I can't figure it out either
Posted by: Skip at April 11, 2026 11:23 AM (Ia/+0)
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Don't know why you're surprised. They ran Kamala for President and now have AOC, Pete Butthjudge, and Jasmine Crockett as possible candidates. For President!
Don't know why you're surprised. They ran Kamala for President and now have AOC, Pete Butthjudge, and Jasmine Crockett as possible candidates. For President!
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at April 11, 2026 11:23 AM (t/2Uw)
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Anyway
WE HAZ A NOOD
WE HAZ A NOOD
Posted by: Skip at April 11, 2026 11:23 AM (Ia/+0)
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I can't send a pray request, because I can't get the Annie's Stew e-mail address to work.
Posted by: Sam Adams
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Maybe the way it is listed is throwing you off if you are looking at the top of the Prayer List.
It is a hotmail.com address, simply:
apaslo at hotmail dot com
Posted by: Sam Adams
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Maybe the way it is listed is throwing you off if you are looking at the top of the Prayer List.
It is a hotmail.com address, simply:
apaslo at hotmail dot com
Posted by: muldoon at April 11, 2026 11:24 AM (qgHp7)
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Hmmm... it appears to work for me. What error are you seeing?
Posted by: I used to have a different nic
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Just a message stating, "Please correct these email addresses before sending."
Skip, thanks for letting me know I'm not the only one.
Posted by: I used to have a different nic
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Just a message stating, "Please correct these email addresses before sending."
Skip, thanks for letting me know I'm not the only one.
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 11:24 AM (X+xvk)
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280 Meanwhile, America's top scientists are still being murdered or going missing, and no one is willing to talk about it.
https://tinyurl.com/2pmsed82
Posted by: Sam Adams
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Big coincidence and Big silence is telling.
https://tinyurl.com/2pmsed82
Posted by: Sam Adams
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Big coincidence and Big silence is telling.
Posted by: Braenyard - some Absent Friends are more equal than others _ at April 11, 2026 11:25 AM (y79kU)
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It is a hotmail.com address, simply:
apaslo at hotmail dot com
Posted by: muldoon
Muldoon,
Sincere thanks to you.
apaslo at hotmail dot com
Posted by: muldoon
Muldoon,
Sincere thanks to you.
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 11:25 AM (X+xvk)
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225 Would appreciate prayers for the recent loss of my mother and support while acting as executor (executrix?), including protection from spiritual issues.
Posted by: Helena Handbasket at April 11, 2026 10:34 AM
I am so sorry for your loss. It was always so nice to see her at the Texas MoMes - she was a very sweet lady, and will be missed.
Posted by: Helena Handbasket at April 11, 2026 10:34 AM
I am so sorry for your loss. It was always so nice to see her at the Texas MoMes - she was a very sweet lady, and will be missed.
Posted by: Teresa in Fort Worth, Texas, AoSHQ's Plucky Wee One - Eat the Cheesecake, Buy the Yarn. at April 11, 2026 11:26 AM (783te)
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80 There's something about Eric Swallwell that makes me want to projectile vomit.
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I will see your Eric Swallwell and raise you one Adam Schiff.
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I will see your Eric Swallwell and raise you one Adam Schiff.
Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at April 11, 2026 11:26 AM (JkO4W)
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That email didn't work, either.
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 11:27 AM (X+xvk)
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China plans to deliver air defense systems to Iran in coming weeks, US intelligence reveals - CNN
US intelligence reports that China is preparing to deliver air defense systems to Iran within weeks, using third countries to conceal the shipments, as tensions rise in the region.
Posted by: Archimedes
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What a bunch of miserable bastards. What does China have against us? Be your commie selves and live in peace with the West. Why can't they do that?
China plans to deliver air defense systems to Iran in coming weeks, US intelligence reveals - CNN
US intelligence reports that China is preparing to deliver air defense systems to Iran within weeks, using third countries to conceal the shipments, as tensions rise in the region.
Posted by: Archimedes
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What a bunch of miserable bastards. What does China have against us? Be your commie selves and live in peace with the West. Why can't they do that?
Posted by: Blonde Morticia at April 11, 2026 11:28 AM (n7rxJ)
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Copilot says $60 million.
Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at April 11, 2026 11:30 AM (JkO4W)
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*They [China] just deployed a huge naval armada, with all transponders turned off.
Posted by: Sam Adams*
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Include a link or it isn't real.
Posted by: Sam Adams*
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Include a link or it isn't real.
Posted by: Quarter Twenty at April 11, 2026 11:30 AM (2Ez/1)
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FYI
The US is in the Strait and is clearing it.
Eric Daugherty
@EricLDaugh
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1h
🚨 BREAKING: US ships are CLEARING the Strait of Hormuz right in Iran's face during negotiations, with reports of ships directly crossing the Strait
The US is in the Strait and is clearing it.
Eric Daugherty
@EricLDaugh
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1h
🚨 BREAKING: US ships are CLEARING the Strait of Hormuz right in Iran's face during negotiations, with reports of ships directly crossing the Strait
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at April 11, 2026 11:31 AM (t/2Uw)
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What a bunch of miserable bastards. What does China have against us? Be your commie selves and live in peace with the West. Why can't they do that?
Posted by: Blonde Morticia
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Communists cannot rest until they can starve people to death at will, eradicate all independent thought, and thoroughly eliminate any and all expressions of belief in God. That's why Democrats love them.
Posted by: Blonde Morticia
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Communists cannot rest until they can starve people to death at will, eradicate all independent thought, and thoroughly eliminate any and all expressions of belief in God. That's why Democrats love them.
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 11:31 AM (X+xvk)
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Include a link or it isn't real.
Posted by: Quarter Twenty
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https://tinyurl.com/5ym9bjmk
Posted by: Quarter Twenty
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https://tinyurl.com/5ym9bjmk
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 11:34 AM (X+xvk)
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That email didn't work, either.
Posted by: Sam Adams
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Try sending it to MisHum. His email is at the top of the left sidebar. I'm sure he can forward it on the Annie's Stew. Or at least find out if she is having email issues.
Posted by: Sam Adams
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Try sending it to MisHum. His email is at the top of the left sidebar. I'm sure he can forward it on the Annie's Stew. Or at least find out if she is having email issues.
Posted by: muldoon at April 11, 2026 11:34 AM (qgHp7)
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https://tinyurl.com/3jrun4zf
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 11:35 AM (X+xvk)
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https://www.offthepress.com/china-ramps-up/
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 11:37 AM (X+xvk)
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Try sending it to MisHum. His email is at the top of the left sidebar. I'm sure he can forward it on the Annie's Stew. Or at least find out if she is having email issues.
Posted by: muldoon
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Thanks again, Muldoon.
Posted by: muldoon
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Thanks again, Muldoon.
Posted by: Sam Adams at April 11, 2026 11:37 AM (X+xvk)
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As usual, I pray for God to lead us not into temptation, but deliver all fraudsters directly to hard time in Federal prison, without exception. Mercy for the guilty is cruelty to the victims, which are all of us, and also a temptation. I especially pray that they do not just let six-figure frauds go because "we don't have enough resources and have to prioritize," because I have never made six figures in my life. If they only prosecute seven-figure frauds and up, then I will deeply resent being made into a gormless sucker-chump by proxy, and there would be one easy way to stop being an easy mark: by joining the conmen who are making more than me and getting a pass. Alcoholics that are serious about staying dry take steps to avoid temptation, instead of just counting on willpower, but I'm not in charge of the direction of the DoJ; all I can do is pray.
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