Sunday Open
Here’s another open thread, because it’s moving day at Lizard HQ…
Here’s another open thread, because it’s moving day at Lizard HQ…
3 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:42:28pm |
Good luck Charles..I hate moving as bad as:
Running out of gas on a bridge
Falling in love with Cote Pablo and then finding out she was my sister
.....
5 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:45:39pm |
7 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:46:57pm |
re: #3 HoosierHoops
Good luck Charles..I hate moving as bad as:
Running out of gas on a bridge
Falling in love with Cote Pablo and then finding out she was my sister
.....
She's hot, but soemthing about her hairline bugs me (like she cares!)
Image: 0000034914_20061021034339.jpg
8 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:49:04pm |
more and deeper secret tunnels under DIA....freaky man
9 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:50:20pm |
re: #7 sattv4u2
She's hot, but soemthing about her hairline bugs me (like she cares!)
[Link: l.yimg.com...]
She is in my Hall of Fame of smoking hot actresses...
10 | loppyd Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:50:20pm |
re: #6 Bloodnok
Open, sez me.
Did you see this? We missed it watching the Masters....
Benches clear in Red Sox-Angels game
ANAHEIM, Calif. - A high pitch from Josh Beckett [stats] to Bobby Abreu as time was being called touched off a bench-clearing incident in the first inning of Sunday’s game between the Boston Red Sox [team stats] and Los Angeles Angels.With Chone Figgins at second base, one out and a 1-2 count on Abreu, Beckett remained in the stretch position for several seconds while getting the sign he wanted from catcher Jason Varitek [stats]. Just as plate umpire Paul Schreiber jumped out to call time, Beckett threw the ball over Abreu’s head as he backed out of the batter’s box.
Abreu said something to Beckett and was held back by Schreiber, then both dugouts and bullpens emptied. No punches were thrown, and the Angels were ordered back to the dugout by manager Mike Scioscia, who was in the middle of a conversation with crew chief Joe West when Beckett came off the mound and said something to Scioscia.
Suddenly, the benches and bullpens spilled onto the diamond again, and this time there was some pushing and shoving. Angels center fielder Torii Hunter was ejected by West and had to be restrained by teammate Howie Hendrick. Angels hitting coach Mickey Hatcher and reliever Justin Speier also were ejected.
When play resumed, Abreu grounded out and Beckett retired Vladimir Guerrero.
Kevin Youkilis [stats] led off the Boston second, and the count was 1-2 on him when Scioscia yelled something from the dugout and was ejected by third base ump Ed Rapuano. Scioscia came back on the field to argue with Rapuano and West, and after play resumed, Youkilis and J. D. Drew hit back-to-back home runs against Dustin Moseley.
11 | midwestgak Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:50:35pm |
Hello Lizards,
Just got back from a six day trip to Ohio and back. I never thought that cats could miss me. They both did and are now glued to my sides. One on the left and one one the right.
Is everyone doing okay?
12 | MarineMomSue Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:50:39pm |
re: #7 sattv4u2
She's hot, but soemthing about her hairline bugs me (like she cares!)
[Link: l.yimg.com...]
13 | Tamron Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:50:57pm |
LOW-BUDGET JOURNALISTS EASILY LOCATE BLACK MARKET NUKES
This video shows how a few rag-tag low budget American journalists easily found a black market Russian nuke in Bulgaria. Since the CIA, NSA, DOE, military, etc. are highly paid to locate such things, how did a few civilizians scoop this story? How's about paying these journalists a healthy bonus out of your deep pockets, guys? You have a budget for gathering sensitive intelligence -- give some of it to these reporters who are doing your job for you.
The other side of this coin:
Here are links to websites describing worldwide efforts towards locating, documenting and securing a bewildering quantity of nuclear materials overseas:
[Link: geimint.blogspot.com...]
[Link: www.globalsecurity.org...]
[Link: www.gao.gov...]
[Link: www.nti.org...]
[Link: www.stanford.edu...]
.
14 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:51:29pm |
re: #11 midwestgak
Hello Lizards,
Just got back from a six day trip to Ohio and back. I never thought that cats could miss me. They both did and are now glued to my sides. One on the left and one one the right.
Is everyone doing okay?
Welcome Home! how was the trip?
15 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:52:58pm |
16 | loppyd Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:53:03pm |
re: #11 midwestgak
Hello Lizards,
Just got back from a six day trip to Ohio and back. I never thought that cats could miss me. They both did and are now glued to my sides. One on the left and one one the right.
Is everyone doing okay?
Welcome Home!
Happy you had safe travels.
17 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:54:45pm |
re: #11 midwestgak
Hello Lizards,
Just got back from a six day trip to Ohio and back. I never thought that cats could miss me. They both did and are now glued to my sides. One on the left and one one the right.
Is everyone doing okay?
Welcome back ,,
I spent six days in Ohio ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,one night!
18 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:55:02pm |
re: #15 sattv4u2
thats it!
For the love of Gawd Satt! You just ruined NCIS for me...
*falls to knees*
19 | midwestgak Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:56:34pm |
re: #14 HoosierHoops
Welcome Home! how was the trip?
{Hossier} Thanks. Fruitful. Another job opportunity in the making.
Is there any one thing that happened last week in the news of importance that you can share with me? I had no access to news/current events.
20 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:56:38pm |
I wonder if Charles is using bubble-wrap. I love that stuff. Styro-peanuts, OTOH, drive me nuts.
21 | paint-right Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:56:43pm |
22 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:57:07pm |
re: #19 midwestgak
{Hossier} Thanks. Fruitful. Another job opportunity in the making.
Is there any one thing that happened last week in the news of importance that you can share with me? I had no access to news/current events.
FCBBHO resigned.
23 | midwestgak Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:57:35pm |
24 | rawmuse Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:57:36pm |
Wasn't going to check in until Monday, but seeing as how the Capt. was rescued (thank you, all parties concerned) and I got my spring cleaning done ahead of time, I will say howdy.
25 | paint-right Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:57:48pm |
re: #18 HoosierHoops
For the love of Gawd Satt! You just ruined NCIS for me...
*falls to knees*
Nah..I love ncis...one of my students is a fan and asked who is my favorite character ...I said Abbey, but I like 'em all.
26 | loppyd Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:58:07pm |
Officer: Split-second decision to open fire
WASHINGTON - A U.S. military official says Navy Seals and other officers opened fire on three pirates when a Navy commander made a split-second decision that an American hostage’s life was in danger.
Vice Adm. Bill Gortney also says the pirates made a ransom demand for the release of Capt. Richard Phillips.
Gortney says the pirates threatened throughout the ordeal to kill Phillips. Gortney says the pirates were armed with AK-47s and small-caliber pistols, and were pointing the AK-47s at the captain.
Gortney says the commander of the nearby USS Bainbridge believed Phillips was in "imminent danger" when he ordered sailors to fire at the armed pirates.
Gortney says the White House had given "very clear guidance and authority" that if any time Phillips’ life was in danger to take action.
Gortney spoke in a conference call from Bahrain.
27 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:58:13pm |
It would be an even greater day if Israel and US joined forces and took out all of Iran's nuke facilities. A Passover/Easter Celebration.
28 | paint-right Sun, Apr 12, 2009 2:59:01pm |
re: #24 rawmuse
The nice pirates are threatening death in future ventures.
I say , ditto to youse guys!
29 | windhorse Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:00:35pm |
I am just so glad no one has mentioned the problems that Obama's half brother is having regarding entry to the UK.
30 | Archimedes Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:01:42pm |
re: #10 loppyd
J.D. Drew, I remember when he was a Cardinal.
31 | loppyd Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:01:45pm |
re: #29 windhorse
I am just so glad no one has mentioned the problems that Obama's half brother is having regarding entry to the UK.
Because he is accused of sexual assault the last time he was there? That story?
32 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:01:54pm |
re: #26 loppyd
Gortney says the White House had given "very clear guidance and authority" that if any time Phillips’ life was in danger to take action.
Thank you, Pres. Obama.
33 | loppyd Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:02:14pm |
re: #30 Archimedes
J.D. Drew, I remember when he was a Cardinal.
When he plays, he is great. But he's kind of part-time.
34 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:03:12pm |
criminalizing piracy will prove to be a disaster...the military will resist this full bore I think...this standoff will influence events down the road, I hope
35 | midwestgak Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:03:14pm |
re: #22 MandyManners
FCBBHO resigned.
I admit ignorance. FCBBHO? Please explain. Over
It's a slow thread, why not?
36 | loppyd Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:03:20pm |
Saudi judge refuses to annul 8-year-old's marriage
(CNN) -- A Saudi judge has refused for a second time to annul a marriage between an 8-year-old girl and a 47-year-old man, a relative of the girl told CNN.The most recent ruling, in which the judge upheld his original verdict, was handed down Saturday in the Saudi city of Onaiza, where late last year the same judge rejected a petition from the girl's mother, who was seeking a divorce for her daughter.
The relative said the judge, Sheikh Habib Al-Habib, "stuck by his earlier verdict and insisted that the girl could petition the court for a divorce once she reached puberty." The family member, who requested anonymity, added that the mother will continue to pursue a divorce for her daughter.
38 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:03:58pm |
re: #13 Tamron
LOW-BUDGET JOURNALISTS EASILY LOCATE BLACK MARKET NUKES
This video shows how a few rag-tag low budget American journalists easily found a black market Russian nuke in Bulgaria. Since the CIA, NSA, DOE, military, etc. are highly paid to locate such things, how did a few civilizians scoop this story? How's about paying these journalists a healthy bonus out of your deep pockets, guys? You have a budget for gathering sensitive intelligence -- give some of it to these reporters who are doing your job for you.
The other side of this coin:
Here are links to websites describing worldwide efforts towards locating, documenting and securing a bewildering quantity of nuclear materials overseas:
[Link: geimint.blogspot.com...]
[Link: www.globalsecurity.org...]
[Link: www.gao.gov...]
[Link: www.nti.org...]
[Link: www.stanford.edu...].
That is one scary video!
39 | rawmuse Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:04:02pm |
re: #28 paint-right
Put me down for the "scorched earth" policy of going after these assholes.
Let it be another 200 years before one of these nit wits thinks about hijacking an American vessel.
40 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:04:04pm |
re: #26 loppyd
Officer: Split-second decision to open fire
WASHINGTON - A U.S. military official says Navy Seals and other officers opened fire on three pirates when a Navy commander made a split-second decision that an American hostage’s life was in danger.
Vice Adm. Bill Gortney also says the pirates made a ransom demand for the release of Capt. Richard Phillips.
Gortney says the pirates threatened throughout the ordeal to kill Phillips. Gortney says the pirates were armed with AK-47s and small-caliber pistols, and were pointing the AK-47s at the captain.
Gortney says the commander of the nearby USS Bainbridge believed Phillips was in "imminent danger" when he ordered sailors to fire at the armed pirates.
Gortney says the White House had given "very clear guidance and authority" that if any time Phillips’ life was in danger to take action.Gortney spoke in a conference call from Bahrain.
My take is different..I watched the presser..And I don't think thats the way it went down..The Captain was always in danger with with an AK47 pinted at his back..
Once all 3 pirates were in a sniper scope they all died and all died at the same moment..Otherwise there would still be a pirate and the Captain curled up in a corner. It was the use of deadly and sudden force by the Navy.
41 | loppyd Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:04:21pm |
42 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:04:31pm |
43 | paint-right Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:04:32pm |
This rescue operation pleases me because the President was on board and because it reminds us all just how capable the special ops guys are. I hope we are gearing up to confront and do away with these pirates for good.
45 | ErnieG Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:05:50pm |
Speaking of NCIS - I had the thought when watching the press conference that the NPR guy could have used one of Special Gibbs's pops to the back of the head.
46 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:05:59pm |
re: #34 albusteve
criminalizing piracy will prove to be a disaster...the military will resist this full bore I think...this standoff will influence events down the road, I hope
Unfortunately, they won;'t have a say. It will be some senate sub committee or White House task force that will come up with the recomendations, and the full house/ senate voting on it
47 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:06:26pm |
re: #43 paint-right
This rescue operation pleases me because the President was on board and because it reminds us all just how capable the special ops guys are. I hope we are gearing up to confront and do away with these pirates for good.
maybe he will play with them like a new toy....
48 | MarineMomSue Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:06:31pm |
49 | IslandLibertarian Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:06:45pm |
Now just wait a minute here people.
The BBC says the Captain held by pirates was "released".
Put away your flags and confetti.
No heroics to be lauded.
/eurotrash...............
ok...update.........captain WAS rescued..............BBC out.........
the headline is changing faster than Chris Dodds stories.............
50 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:06:57pm |
51 | loppyd Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:07:18pm |
52 | Killgore Trout Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:07:20pm |
Pamela is now defending White Supremicists as patriots being persecuted by the government. Y'all should read her post, "SHOCKING NEW REPORT! OBAMA'S REAL TERRORISTS: TARGETING PATRIOTS AND THE RIGHT".
The government is watching the rise of white nationalists.....
.....the historical election of an African American president and the prospect of policy changes are proving to be a driving force for rightwing extremist recruitment and radicalization. —There he goes again. Playing the race card again. Racism was dead in this country. It is Obama's objective to create a divisive schism in this country.
....
Anti-Semitic extremists attribute these losses to a deliberate conspiracy conducted by a cabal of Jewish “financial elites.” These “accusatory” tactics are employed to draw new recruits into rightwing extremist groups and further radicalize those already subscribing to extremist beliefs. DHS/I&A assesses this trend is likely to accelerate if the economy is perceived to worsen.They (The government- ed) are using the Jews.
....
From the 2008 election timeframe to the present, rightwing extremists have capitalized on related racial and political prejudices in expanded propaganda campaigns, thereby reaching out to a wider audience of potential sympathizers. —Translation: Anyone who believes i immigration control and reform is an extremist. This is the club to the head of any resiistance to shamnesty.
I know it's a long post but I encourage everyone to read it all. She's now openly defending White Supremicists and antisemites as "patriots".
54 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:08:14pm |
re: #35 midwestgak
I admit ignorance. FCBBHO? Please explain. Over
It's a slow thread, why not?
FuckingCommieBastardBarakHusseinObama.
55 | ErnieG Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:08:26pm |
Speaking of NCIS - I had the thought when watching the press conference that the NPR guy could have used one of Special Agent Gibbs's pops to the back of the head.
PIMF!
56 | vagabond trader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:09:00pm |
Hey, I have a great idea, let's cut funding to the military.//
Go USN, go SEALS, good shooting guys!
57 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:09:13pm |
re: #13 Tamron
LOW-BUDGET JOURNALISTS EASILY LOCATE BLACK MARKET NUKES
This video shows how a few rag-tag low budget American journalists easily found a black market Russian nuke in Bulgaria. Since the CIA, NSA, DOE, military, etc. are highly paid to locate such things, how did a few civilizians scoop this story? How's about paying these journalists a healthy bonus out of your deep pockets, guys? You have a budget for gathering sensitive intelligence -- give some of it to these reporters who are doing your job for you.
The other side of this coin:
Here are links to websites describing worldwide efforts towards locating, documenting and securing a bewildering quantity of nuclear materials overseas:
[Link: geimint.blogspot.com...]
[Link: www.globalsecurity.org...]
[Link: www.gao.gov...]
[Link: www.nti.org...]
[Link: www.stanford.edu...].
Cripes even if that's only partially accurate it's scary stuff.
On the upside, warheads are maintenance intensive. The chances of a 15 year old warhead being functional are slim. However it would given the buyer a device to reverse engineer and plutonium for a dirty bomb or someone with the wherewithal to make a new device he Pu they need.
58 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:09:34pm |
re: #46 sattv4u2
Unfortunately, they won;'t have a say. It will be some senate sub committee or White House task force that will come up with the recomendations, and the full house/ senate voting on it
their resistance will leak out...especially when assets are wasted or they feel the cannot do the job restricted by BO....they kill stuff, that's what they do...I understand who is CinC
60 | Killgore Trout Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:11:35pm |
re: #52 Killgore Trout
It's really a jawdropper....
The Dept of Homeland Security says....
Conspiracy theories involving declarations of martial law, impending civil strife or racial conflict, suspension of the U.S. Constitution, and the creation of citizen detention camps often incorporate aspects of a failed economy. Antigovernment conspiracy theories and “end times” prophecies could motivate extremist individuals and groups to stockpile food, ammunition, and weapons. These teachings also have been linked with the radicalization of domestic extremist individuals and groups in the past, such as violent Christian Identity (Neo-Nazis -ed) organizations and extremist members of the militia movement
To which Pamela retorts.....
Obama has set about to bankrupt this nation with a nine trillion rip off of the national treasury. The bankrupting of the hardworking to pay off his thug poltical machine and his thug army. Any great American (think tea parties) who dissents will be targeted.
Yikes!
61 | paint-right Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:11:40pm |
re: #47 albusteve
maybe he will play with them like a new toy....
Well, I think they've been riding high on the cash intake and the ransoms paid,..you know, feeling very mighty and impervious, because heretofore everyone has paid up.
Now France has acted and so have we, so their easy money isn't so easy any more.
I just hope we have a pro-active plan at the ready.
62 | loppyd Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:11:50pm |
Chicago has their own John Connolly....
Deputy US marshal to be tried in mob secrets case
CHICAGO—Once known as a tireless bloodhound who tracked down fugitive gang leaders, deputy U.S. marshal John T. Ambrose now faces trial himself on charges alleging he betrayed his oath and leaked secrets to the mob.
Ambrose, 50, is due to go on trial Monday for allegedly telling organized crime figures seven years ago that a so-called made member of the Chicago mob had switched sides and was providing detailed information to federal prosecutors. Ambrose denies he ever broke the law in handling secret information.
63 | Killgore Trout Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:12:19pm |
Charles, If you'd rather I not quote crazy Pamela I'll accept deletion.
64 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:12:24pm |
re: #55 ErnieG
Speaking of NCIS - I had the thought when watching the press conference that the NPR guy could have used one of Special Agent Gibbs's pops to the back of the head.
PIMF!
Kind of funny really..Only the flunky reporters were available on Easter day..The guy with the sunglasses propped on his head was a parody of a Robert Redford Character in up close and personal..And the NBC reporter maybe just got out of College last year..probably an intern..
Some of the questions were beyond stupid
65 | loppyd Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:13:24pm |
re: #64 HoosierHoops
Kind of funny really..Only the flunky reporters were available on Easter day..The guy with the sunglasses propped on his head was a parody of a Robert Redford Character in up close and personal..And the NBC reporter maybe just got out of College last year..probably an intern..
Some of the questions were beyond stupid
Obviously the Jakester was not there.
66 | rhino2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:13:35pm |
re: #56 vagabond trader
Hey, I have a great idea, let's cut funding to the military.//
Go USN, go SEALS, good shooting guys!
Yeah, F-22s? Why would we need those?
/
67 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:15:10pm |
To which Pamela retorts.....
Obama has set about to bankrupt this nation with a nine trillion rip off of the national treasury. The bankrupting of the hardworking to pay off his thug poltical machine and his thug army. Any great American (think tea parties) who dissents will be targeted.
not sure about the tea parties but they went after Joe the Plumber pretty good....the rest I agree with
68 | loppyd Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:16:21pm |
69 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:16:30pm |
71 | loppyd Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:17:02pm |
72 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:17:49pm |
A THOUGHT
I would have LOVED to see the expression on the face of pirate #4, as he's in the lifeboat and all at the same time, #'s 1,2, and 3's heads explode!
73 | loppyd Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:18:07pm |
Manny Del Charmin pisses me off.
97 mph down the middle.
74 | midwestgak Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:18:46pm |
re: #54 MandyManners
FuckingCommieBastardBarakHusseinObama.
oh. Come on. Just because he bows himself to a leader of a foreign leader that would (will) take every advantage of weakness doesn't mean BHO is a bastard.
oh wait. A country perceived to have no ligitimate father/president of the USA is a bastard nation. OUCH you FCBBHO.
75 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:18:51pm |
re: #72 sattv4u2
A THOUGHT
I would have LOVED to see the expression on the face of pirate #4, as he's in the lifeboat and all at the same time, #'s 1,2, and 3's heads explode!
he was aboard the destroyer...but I get your drift
76 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:19:13pm |
re: #72 sattv4u2
A THOUGHT
I would have LOVED to see the expression on the face of pirate #4, as he's in the lifeboat and all at the same time, #'s 1,2, and 3's heads explode!
He was already on the Bainbridge I think, had surrendered earlier maybe?
77 | IslandLibertarian Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:19:23pm |
re: #68 loppyd
Michelle Obama is the nation's first first lady to add a full-time makeup artist to her traveling entourage,
Your $timulu$ dollars at play...........................
78 | loppyd Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:19:26pm |
re: #72 sattv4u2
A THOUGHT
I would have LOVED to see the expression on the face of pirate #4, as he's in the lifeboat and all at the same time, #'s 1,2, and 3's heads explode!
How do you say "Oh Sh*t" in pirate?
79 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:19:47pm |
re: #70 nyc redneck
three clear kill shots to the head.
wow
I think a message has been sent to the pirates..
Don't Fuck with the United States Navy..You will lose
80 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:19:51pm |
re: #56 vagabond trader
Hey, I have a great idea, let's cut funding to the military.//
Go USN, go SEALS, good shooting guys!
From what I've read here, the budget for SpecOps will be increased in his budget.
81 | nyc redneck Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:19:55pm |
82 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:19:55pm |
re: #70 nyc redneck
three clear kill shots to the head.
wow
M-14 500 yds, M-107 or the .338 Laupa 1000 yd head shots are possible.
With the ship rolling and the lifeboat bobbing it takes skill to time the shot. With the short window they had very impressive.
83 | Bloodnok Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:19:57pm |
re: #73 loppyd
Manny Del Charmin pisses me off.
97 mph down the middle.
No kidding. I'm sick of waiting for him to figure it all out. They have enough arms and he's the weak link. Bye-bye Manny.
84 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:20:00pm |
re: #75 albusteve
he was aboard the destroyer...but I get your drift
Not when they were shot, he wasn't. He was captured
85 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:20:08pm |
re: #76 Wishing
He was already on the Bainbridge I think, had surrendered earlier maybe?
he turned, that's the word anyway...still has his head attached
86 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:20:24pm |
87 | loppyd Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:20:37pm |
re: #77 IslandLibertarian
Michelle Obama is the nation's first first lady to add a full-time makeup artist to her traveling entourage,
Your $timulu$ dollars at play...........................
The O's claim they paid for the travel expenses. But nothing about her salary.
Did you see the part about how they reshaped her eyebrows to make her look less pissed off?
88 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:20:56pm |
re: #39 rawmuse
Put me down for the "scorched earth" policy of going after these assholes.
Let it be another 200 years before one of these nit wits thinks about hijacking an American vessel.
Or any other vessel.
89 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:21:27pm |
re: #82 jcm
M-14 500 yds, M-107 or the .338 Laupa 1000 yd head shots are possible.
With the ship rolling and the lifeboat bobbing it takes skill to time the shot. With the short window they had very impressive.
true...OTOH the water may have been calm and flat...it will all come out in the movie
90 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:22:02pm |
91 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:22:03pm |
re: #60 Killgore Trout
Obama has set about to bankrupt this nation with a nine trillion rip off of the national treasury.
One of the most awkward sentences ever penned.
Any great American (think tea parties) who dissents will be targeted.
Is she truly demented?
92 | loppyd Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:22:05pm |
re: #83 Bloodnok
No kidding. I'm sick of waiting for him to figure it all out. They have enough arms and he's the weak link. Bye-bye Manny.
I agree. He's had plenty of time...
93 | MarineMomSue Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:22:06pm |
re: #72 sattv4u2
A THOUGHT
I would have LOVED to see the expression on the face of pirate #4, as he's in the lifeboat and all at the same time, #'s 1,2, and 3's heads explode!
So true. Gotta love that mental image!
Was he bright enough to surmise the 'negotiations' were now over?
95 | nyc redneck Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:22:39pm |
re: #82 jcm
M-14 500 yds, M-107 or the .338 Laupa 1000 yd head shots are possible.
With the ship rolling and the lifeboat bobbing it takes skill to time the shot. With the short window they had very impressive.
that is indeed some sharp shooting.
i love it.
96 | Aviator Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:22:44pm |
re: #89 albusteve
true...OTOH the water may have been calm and flat...it will all come out in the movie
Joe Biden will be briefing everyone on the operation later. He was there. After all, nobody messes with Joe.
/
97 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:22:46pm |
re: #82 jcm
M-14 500 yds, M-107 or the .338 Laupa 1000 yd head shots are possible.
With the ship rolling and the lifeboat bobbing it takes skill to time the shot. With the short window they had very impressive.
I thought I heard the Vice Admiral say they were between 25-30 meters from the lifeboat.
God I'm proud of the Seals tonight..Rescuing an American Hero on the High Sea's..Damn!
98 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:22:47pm |
re: #89 albusteve
true...OTOH the water may have been calm and flat...it will all come out in the movie
At the presser, they said the weather was getting bad, which makes what these snipers did all the more remarkable.
99 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:23:02pm |
100 | loppyd Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:23:17pm |
re: #90 jcm
They just can't help themselves can they?
"It took Laura Bush four years to finally look good.
You get the gold star for that pickup!
I was too lazy to cut/paste and hoped someone would notice it!
It took Hillary Clinton.......um........um.........
101 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:23:18pm |
re: #84 sattv4u2
Not when they were shot, he wasn't. He was captured
don't exactly know...there was a pirate aboard the destroyer negotiating I understand
102 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:23:58pm |
re: #52 Killgore Trout
She's now openly defending White Supremicists and antisemites as "patriots".
That's how I read it, too. So, to answer my question in No. 91, she IS truly, utterly and absofuckinlutely demented.
103 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:23:58pm |
re: #99 sattv4u2
Because "ballerina's" was already taken!
What happened to the word "terrorists"? that taken too?
104 | MarineMomSue Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:24:03pm |
105 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:24:05pm |
re: #97 HoosierHoops
I thought I heard the Vice Admiral say they were between 25-30 meters from the lifeboat.
God I'm proud of the Seals tonight..Rescuing an American Hero on the High Sea's..Damn!
25-30m, SEAL's could hit a quarter with a snap shot at that range. That's essentially point blank for any long gun.
106 | loppyd Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:24:14pm |
re: #96 Aviator
Joe Biden will be briefing everyone on the operation later. He was there. After all, nobody messes with Joe.
/
He said to the remaining pirate "turn around - there's nobody behind you"
107 | vagabond trader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:24:19pm |
Now AG Holder can have his trial by jury for the surviving dirtbag.Sorry about the other three. ....NOT!
108 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:24:46pm |
re: #96 Aviator
Joe Biden will be briefing everyone on the operation later. He was there. After all, nobody messes with Joe.
/
Hillary may make claim, first though.
109 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:24:47pm |
re: #101 albusteve
don't exactly know...there was a pirate aboard the destroyer negotiating I understand
In the presser, they said he had already surrendered, IIRC.
110 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:25:25pm |
re: #103 So?
What happened to the word "terrorists"? that taken too?
Talk to Janet Napolitano
[Link: americaswatchtower.com...]
111 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:25:37pm |
112 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:25:43pm |
re: #96 Aviator
Joe Biden will be briefing everyone on the operation later. He was there. After all, nobody messes with Joe.
/
hey Joe!...stand up for us!....Stand Up Joe....he will never live that down, plus Karl Rove called him a liar on national TV...hahaha
113 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:26:01pm |
re: #94 So?
Why do people insist on calling them pirates?
cause it's easy to hate modern day pirates. olden day is a dif story.
114 | vagabond trader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:26:38pm |
Three fewer "man caused disasters" on the planet. A good day indeed.
116 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:27:04pm |
sattv4u2 94::: still thinking?re: #110 sattv4u2
Talk to Janet Napolitano
[Link: americaswatchtower.com...]
Oh, since when has LGF become so PC?
117 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:27:05pm |
118 | midwestgak Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:27:52pm |
re: #108 unrealizedviewpoint
Hillary may make claim, first though.
Your comment made me think. Is anyone in charge of this government? Seems every person in elected power today is doing what is in their own mind.
119 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:28:18pm |
re: #117 albusteve
because they are?...what do you mean?
he wants them called "terrorists"
You say Tomatoe,
I say TomAHtoe,
lets blow their whole heads off!
120 | MarineMomSue Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:28:19pm |
re: #106 loppyd
He said to the remaining pirate "turn around - there's nobody behind you"
ROFL good one!
121 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:28:26pm |
re: #117 albusteve
because they are?...what do you mean?
they are terrorist thugs, not pirates. we're living in the 1600s
122 | The Other Les Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:28:27pm |
re: #113 unrealizedviewpoint
cause it's easy to hate modern day pirates. olden day is a dif story.
Not really.
123 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:28:52pm |
re: #116 So?
sattv4u2 94::: still thinking?
Oh, since when has LGF become so PC?
Seriously. The Pirates primary motivation is financial. They aren't looking for political change via terrorist attacks, they are just out to make a buck.
124 | IslandLibertarian Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:28:54pm |
good luck with that.............but what's really important:
DEATH TO ALL PIRATES!
125 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:28:56pm |
re: #94 So?
Why do people insist on calling them pirates?
Because that is what they are. Black's Law Dictionary defines "piracy" as robbery, kidnapping or other criminal violence committed at sea.
126 | Killgore Trout Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:28:59pm |
re: #91 MandyManners
Is she truly demented?
I think so. Any person, especially a Jew, who puts White Nationalist organizations in the category of "Great Americans" and "Patriots" has truly lost her marbles. At least Neturei Karta has a theological excuse for their insanity. Pamela has arrived at this in her mind. She just keeps getting crazier. I'm not sure how much further she can go with this.
127 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:29:03pm |
re: #108 unrealizedviewpoint
Hillary may make claim, first though.
I hope the little girl who greeted her with flowers as they were dodging bullets made it through alive. Oh wait, that was Bosnia.
/
128 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:29:16pm |
re: #121 So?
they are terrorist thugs, not pirates. we're living in the 1600s
no they are not terrorists...they are pirates
129 | Aviator Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:29:24pm |
re: #118 midwestgak
Your comment made me think. Is anyone in charge of this government? Seems every person in elected power today is doing what is in their own mind.
You might be on to something. That would explain why Biden does almost nothing.
131 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:29:47pm |
re: #119 sattv4u2
he wants them called "terrorists"
You say Tomatoe,
I say TomAHtoe,
lets blow their whole heads off!
HA!....a one ana two...
132 | vagabond trader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:29:56pm |
lol, the Special OPS guys were parachuted in at night. Love it.
133 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:30:02pm |
About the Obama dog:
They are running this story as if they already have the dog.
They do not.
They won't have it til Tuesday.
And the dog's name is Charlie: they are changing it to Bo.
134 | USBeast Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:30:31pm |
re: #121 So?
they are terrorist thugs, not pirates. we're living in the 1600s
They are taking ships on the high seas by threat of force. This piracy. The fact that they are motivated by terrorist ideology has no bearing. They are pirates.
135 | TimC Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:30:51pm |
Great article - science! [Link: www.capmag.com...]
136 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:31:20pm |
re: #122 The Other Les
Not really.
Who doesn't like to dress up and talk like a pirate?
We got a lizard here, can't remember which, who often speaks in pirate.
137 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:31:48pm |
re: #126 Killgore Trout
I think so. Any person, especially a Jew, who puts White Nationalist organizations in the category of "Great Americans" and "Patriots" has truly lost her marbles. At least Neturei Karta has a theological excuse for their insanity. Pamela has arrived at this in her mind. She just keeps getting crazier. I'm not sure how much further she can go with this.
How strong are your imaginative powers?
138 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:32:06pm |
140 | rawmuse Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:32:10pm |
re: #94 So?
Why do people insist on calling them pirates?
This is from an article by Andrew G. Jameson
"The word pirate comes from Middle English via the Latin word pirata and ultimately from the Greek verb peiran, which means to attempt, or to try, i.e., to make a try at or to attack... Piracy is almost certainly the world's second-oldest profession."
141 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:32:52pm |
re: #136 unrealizedviewpoint
Who doesn't like to dress up and talk like a pirate?
We got a lizard here, can't remember which, who often speaks in pirate.
Sattv?
142 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:33:12pm |
re: #140 rawmuse
This is from an article by Andrew G. Jameson
"The word pirate comes from Middle English via the Latin word pirata and ultimately from the Greek verb peiran, which means to attempt, or to try, i.e., to make a try at or to attack... Piracy is almost certainly the world's second-oldest profession."
The oldest is blogging, right !?!?!?!
143 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:33:21pm |
re: #123 jcm
Seriously. The Pirates primary motivation is financial. They aren't looking for political change via terrorist attacks, they are just out to make a buck.
When they say give me your money or I'll blow the Captain's head off or we'll murder these hostages...these are terrorist actions. As is the invasion of a foreign vessel on the high seas. Let's say these guys had airplanes and could do the same to commercial airliners, would you then call them sky pirates?
144 | rawmuse Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:33:24pm |
re: #136 unrealizedviewpoint
IIRC, he or she was banned some time ago.
146 | lifeofthemind Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:33:28pm |
re: #136 unrealizedviewpoint
Who doesn't like to dress up and talk like a pirate?
We got a lizard here, can't remember which, who often speaks in pirate.
New Pirate Talk should be:
Please please please please kind Sir.
147 | jaunte Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:33:33pm |
re: #94 So?
Why do people insist on calling them pirates?
They're in it for the money. They don't want to change anyone's politics.
148 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:34:06pm |
149 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:34:30pm |
150 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:34:53pm |
Sad story about a piss poor instructor.
Ft. Lewis soldier accidentally killed by wife
Mealy said the soldier and his wife, both 25, had been out with friends having a good time, possibly celebrating an upcoming deployment for the soldier. They were drinking, but it is not known if they were drunk.After the couple got home, the soldier decided to teach his wife how to handle a semi-automatic handgun, Mealy said.
While the wife was holding the gun, she accidentally discharged the firearm. A single shot struck the husband in the head, and he died instantly.
Jeff Cooper's Four Rules. Every gun owner should have these tattooed on the inside of their eyelids.
RULE 1
ALL GUNS ARE ALWAYS LOADED
The only exception to this occurs when one has a weapon in his hands and he has personally unloaded it for checking. As soon as he puts it down, Rule 1 applies again.
RULE 2
NEVER LET THE MUZZLE COVER ANYTHING YOU ARE NOT PREPARED TO DESTROY
You may not wish to destroy it, but you must be clear in your mind that you are quite ready to if you let that muzzle cover the target. To allow a firearm to point at another human being is a deadly threat, and should always be treated as such.
RULE 3
KEEP YOUR FINGER OFF THE TRIGGER TIL YOUR SIGHTS ARE ON THE TARGET
This we call the Golden Rule because its violation is responsible for about 80 percent of the firearms disasters we read about.
RULE 4
BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET
You never shoot at anything until you have positively identified it. You never fire at a shadow, or a sound, or a suspected presence. You shoot only when you know absolutely what you are shooting at and what is beyond it.
JCM's RULE 5
BOOZE AND GUNS DON'T MIX.
No exceptions.
151 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:35:07pm |
re: #143 So?
When they say give me your money or I'll blow the Captain's head off or we'll murder these hostages...these are terrorist actions. As is the invasion of a foreign vessel on the high seas. Let's say these guys had airplanes and could do the same to commercial airliners, would you then call them sky pirates?
Hijacking an airplane is also piracy.
152 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:35:15pm |
re: #143 So?
When they say give me your money or I'll blow the Captain's head off or we'll murder these hostages...these are terrorist actions. As is the invasion of a foreign vessel on the high seas. Let's say these guys had airplanes and could do the same to commercial airliners, would you then call them sky pirates?
yes, exactly...now you have it
153 | Shay4l Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:35:18pm |
re: #26 loppyd
Officer: Split-second decision to open fire
WASHINGTON - A U.S. military official says Navy Seals and other officers opened fire on three pirates when a Navy commander made a split-second decision that an American hostage’s life was in danger.
Vice Adm. Bill Gortney also says the pirates made a ransom demand for the release of Capt. Richard Phillips.
Gortney says the pirates threatened throughout the ordeal to kill Phillips. Gortney says the pirates were armed with AK-47s and small-caliber pistols, and were pointing the AK-47s at the captain.
Gortney says the commander of the nearby USS Bainbridge believed Phillips was in "imminent danger" when he ordered sailors to fire at the armed pirates.
Gortney says the White House had given "very clear guidance and authority" that if any time Phillips’ life was in danger to take action.Gortney spoke in a conference call from Bahrain.
Which means there wasn't any presidential go-ahead for a rescue attempt. That's standard hostage situation procedure, not a directive.
154 | vagabond trader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:35:23pm |
Uh-oh, surviving pirate is 16 years old, therefore a "child" in legal speak.
156 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:35:40pm |
re: #143 So?
When they say give me your money or I'll blow the Captain's head off or we'll murder these hostages...these are terrorist actions. As is the invasion of a foreign vessel on the high seas. Let's say these guys had airplanes and could do the same to commercial airliners, would you then call them sky pirates?
They DID call them SKYJACKERS back when that was "in vogue". They weren't called terrorists either
157 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:35:42pm |
re: #127 AmeriDan
I hope the little girl who greeted her with flowers as they were dodging bullets made it through alive. Oh wait, that was Bosnia.
/
Ya know, I think it was that Bosnia fabricated story of hers that gave America a good insight into that crooked mind of hers. McCain probably could have beat her.
158 | midwestgak Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:35:42pm |
re: #129 Aviator
You might be on to something. That would explain why Biden does almost nothing.
Biden IMHO is as shallow as a dry creek bed. You could not live off of his "leadership" anymore than you could from a dry well. All leadership. ALL leadership today takes. Anyone want to debate that?
159 | Sheila Broflovski Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:36:00pm |
re: #126 Killgore Trout
At least Neturei Karta has a theological excuse for their insanity.
No. They don't.
160 | lifeofthemind Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:36:10pm |
re: #147 jaunte
They're in it for the money. They don't want to change anyone's politics.
They are pirates because they are not representatives of a nation's military and they are the Enemies of All Mankind hostis humani generis.
161 | pink freud Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:36:11pm |
re: #136 unrealizedviewpoint
Who doesn't like to dress up and talk like a pirate?
We got a lizard here, can't remember which, who often speaks in pirate.
LoFlyer! ..and he is noticeably absent
162 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:36:19pm |
re: #147 jaunte
They're in it for the money. They don't want to change anyone's politics.
Didn't the Barbary pirates insist on their hostages' conversions?
163 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:36:49pm |
re: #153 Shay4l
Which means there wasn't any presidential go-ahead for a rescue attempt. That's standard hostage situation procedure, not a directive.
In the presser this afternoon, they said Obama had signed off on this twice since the incident began.
164 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:36:54pm |
165 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:37:03pm |
re: #157 unrealizedviewpoint
Ya know, I think it was that Bosnia fabricated story of hers that gave America a good insight into that crooked mind of hers. McCain probably could have beat her.
I agree on both of your points.
166 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:37:18pm |
re: #154 vagabond trader
Uh-oh, surviving pirate is 16 years old, therefore a "child" in legal speak.
Not in America.
167 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:37:21pm |
re: #140 rawmuse
This is from an article by Andrew G. Jameson
"The word pirate comes from Middle English via the Latin word pirate and ultimately from the Greek verb peiran, which means to attempt, or to try, i.e., to make a try at or to attack... Piracy is almost certainly the world's second-oldest profession."
Except they don't just attack and plunder, they seize victims then demand exorbitant ransoms which if not met results in their execution (the hostages). I see no difference from kidnapping Gilad Shalit and holding him for the release of thousands of Islamists in Israeli prisons. No difference.
168 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:37:30pm |
re: #161 pink freud
LoFlyer! ..and he is noticeably absent
no ,, that wasn't it ,,,, he was an Atlanta lizard ,,,,, worked/ taught at a local college, IIRC
169 | pink freud Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:37:33pm |
170 | Aviator Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:38:04pm |
re: #143 So?
When they say give me your money or I'll blow the Captain's head off or we'll murder these hostages...these are terrorist actions. As is the invasion of a foreign vessel on the high seas. Let's say these guys had airplanes and could do the same to commercial airliners, would you then call them sky pirates?
Um. Hijacking an aircraft is air piracy.
172 | The Other Les Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:38:09pm |
re: #136 unrealizedviewpoint
Who doesn't like to dress up and talk like a pirate?
We got a lizard here, can't remember which, who often speaks in pirate.
It's one thing in the present day to have fun with the concept of the pirate. but in actual practice they were robbers, slavers, and murderers. They were properly called Enemies of Mankind, and properly dealt with as such.
173 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:38:17pm |
174 | rawmuse Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:38:20pm |
re: #147 jaunte
They're in it for the money. They don't want to change anyone's politics.
The pirates under the Ottomans were official, legal, and practiced completely sanctioned activities for the furtherance of Islam. They had letters of marque from Turkey, Tunisia, and Algiers. Their prey was any Christian vessel. These were the ones conquered by the First and Second Pirate wars of 1801-1815, under Jefferson and later, Madison, only after tributes paid stopped being any insurance against future attacks.
175 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:38:32pm |
re: #168 sattv4u2
no ,, that wasn't it ,,,, he was an Atlanta lizard ,,,,, worked/ taught at a local college, IIRC
No. That Lizard did not speak "pirate".
176 | snowcrash Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:38:56pm |
re: #168 sattv4u2
Loflyer was the pirate guy...I think Christheprofessor is the prof. Is he banned too?
177 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:39:16pm |
re: #176 snowcrash
Loflyer was the pirate guy...I think Christheprofessor is the prof. Is he banned too?
no
178 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:39:24pm |
re: #156 sattv4u2
They DID call them SKYJACKERS back when that was "in vogue". They weren't called terrorists either
But now they are!
179 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:39:35pm |
re: #167 So?
Except they don't just attack and plunder, they seize victims then demand exorbitant ransoms which if not met results in their execution (the hostages). I see no difference from kidnapping Gilad Shalit and holding him for the release of thousands of Islamists in Israeli prisons. No difference.
The difference is in the mode of attack. Pirates commandeer vessels in the water or in the air.
180 | jaunte Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:39:37pm |
re: #162 MandyManners
Didn't the Barbary pirates insist on their hostages' conversions?
I think that was their standard practice with captured slaves.
181 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:40:00pm |
re: #176 snowcrash
Loflyer was the pirate guy...I think Christheprofessor is the prof. Is he banned too?
No..Christ he professor is still here
182 | The Other Les Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:40:10pm |
re: #154 vagabond trader
Uh-oh, surviving pirate is 16 years old, therefore a "child" in legal speak.
And an adult by the ancient Roman standard.
183 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:40:18pm |
re: #176 snowcrash
Loflyer was the pirate guy...I think Christheprofessor is the prof. Is he banned too?
no on both counts, I think. As to the 'pirate speaker" we were supposed to meet for lunch in Atlanta, I remember telling him NO PIRATE TALK AT LUNCH. Thats why I know it's not LoFlyer nor ChisThe
184 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:40:31pm |
re: #175 MandyManners
No. That Lizard did not speak "pirate".
ARGGG. The wench is right.
/please don't make me piss up a rope.
185 | jaunte Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:40:31pm |
re: #180 jaunte
Rather, their captives who were then enslaved and forced to convert.
186 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:40:50pm |
re: #171 vagabond trader
Yeah, they'll play it. Watch.
I don't know about federal jurisdiction but, I know of no state that does not allow for the prosecution of a 16-year-old defendant as an adult.
187 | snowcrash Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:40:57pm |
Did Winston ever come back after the Catholic priest meltdown?
188 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:41:09pm |
re: #143 So?
When they say give me your money or I'll blow the Captain's head off or we'll murder these hostages...these are terrorist actions. As is the invasion of a foreign vessel on the high seas. Let's say these guys had airplanes and could do the same to commercial airliners, would you then call them sky pirates?
Terror may be involved in pirate's action.
In the case of D.B. Cooper absolutely, or a simply hijacking of a bus (okay plane) to Cuba, that would be a hijacking nothing more.
However that was not the motivation of Islamists from Dawson's Field to 9/11, effecting a political change was. The destruction killing is a tool to gain that end.
There is a difference. A terrorist would kill the crew and sink the ship in the Suez canal or blow an LNG tanker in New York Harbor.
The pirate wants money.
Therein lies the difference.
189 | USBeast Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:41:23pm |
"Oh a pirate's life is a wonderful life.
You'll find there's pleasure and sport.
But live every minute.
For all that is in it,
The life of a pirate is short."
Walt Disney's "Peter Pan"
190 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:41:37pm |
re: #176 snowcrash
Loflyer was the pirate guy...I think Christheprofessor is the prof. Is he banned too?
I can't keep up. Somebody's gotta keep a list.
191 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:42:10pm |
re: #170 Aviator
Um. Hijacking an aircraft is air piracy.
The goal of a pirate is to come away from the incident with CASH. The goal of a terrorist is to come away with politcal GAIN. Two very different things.
These thugs were in the theft-on-high-seas bidness, aka piracy.
192 | vagabond trader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:42:11pm |
re: #186 MandyManners
I'm thinking more along the lines of the AG, who also happens to be a moonbat and unfortunately our top law enforcement officer.
193 | Aviator Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:42:15pm |
re: #158 midwestgak
Biden IMHO is as shallow as a dry creek bed. You could not live off of his "leadership" anymore than you could from a dry well. All leadership. ALL leadership today takes. Anyone want to debate that?
Nope.
194 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:42:42pm |
And for arguments sake let's call them pirates. What do they do with the $millions they obtain. They certainly don't install plumbing for their fellow visitors. I'd guess that a fair amount of money is handed over to radical extremists to carry on Jihad.
Or are they driving around town in pimpmobiles and living in mansions smoking fat juicy Cuban cigars. After all, they're pirates. OH, yeah and drinking Jack Daniels.
195 | jaunte Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:42:49pm |
The Somali warlords are operating a toll road in the Indian Ocean.
We should break their turnstile.
196 | vagabond trader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:43:09pm |
re: #182 The Other Les
He'd be shark bait using Roman standards.
197 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:43:12pm |
CTP is not banned. He was here the other morning.
198 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:43:32pm |
re: #178 So?
But now they are!
Listen,,, call them terrorists if you want too. Call them Yutes, ballerinas, scumsuckers, golf pros, satellite technicians, cross dressers, whatever you want too.
Today, I calll three of them DEAD, and thats good enough for me
((( ummmm,,, DEAD pirates, that is ! )))))
199 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:43:45pm |
re: #194 So?
And for arguments sake let's call them pirates. What do they do with the $millions they obtain. They certainly don't install plumbing for their fellow visitors. I'd guess that a fair amount of money is handed over to radical extremists to carry on Jihad.
Or are they driving around town in pimpmobiles and living in mansions smoking fat juicy Cuban cigars. After all, they're pirates. OH, yeah and drinking Jack Daniels.
yes
200 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:44:05pm |
re: #192 vagabond trader
I'm thinking more along the lines of the AG, who also happens to be a moonbat and unfortunately our top law enforcement officer.
It'd be very hard for her to proceed with charging him as a juvenile.
201 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:44:14pm |
202 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:44:30pm |
re: #194 So?
And for arguments sake let's call them pirates. What do they do with the $millions they obtain. They certainly don't install plumbing for their fellow visitors. I'd guess that a fair amount of money is handed over to radical extremists to carry on Jihad.
Or are they driving around town in pimpmobiles and living in mansions smoking fat juicy Cuban cigars. After all, they're pirates. OH, yeah and drinking Jack Daniels.
Officials: Pirates, terrorists not linked directly
Even before Somali pirates took over a U.S.-flagged ship this week, U.S. military and counterterrorism officials had been scrutinizing the brazen hijackings for any connection to terrorist groups operating in East Africa.
So far, they see no direct ties between pirates looking for a fast buck and the Islamic extremists looking to attack America or her allies. But informal links are there, mired in Somalia's complex and combative clans.
It was not clear whether officials were specifically checking the Somali pirates who boarded the Maersk Alabama on Tuesday and fled in a lifeboat after taking the cargo ship's captain hostage.
Military and counterterrorism officials say that in the intricate tribal networks, one clansman could be out hijacking cargo ships, while his brother might be a member of the al-Shabab terrorist organization. And they both could be buying their weapons from the same traffickers operating in Somalia's vast ungoverned spaces.
"If you look at the clan structure or the tribes — to think that there may not be linkages probably is a bit naive," Army Gen. William "Kip" Ward, head of the U.S. Africa Command, told The Associated Press in an interview Thursday.
204 | jaunte Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:45:25pm |
Pirate high-life.
Residents say that the pirates are building houses, buying flashy cell phones and air-conditioned SUVs, gifting friends and relatives with hundreds and sometimes thousands of dollars and winning the attention of beautiful women, who seem to be flocking to pirate towns from miles around.Shopkeepers charge the pirates a premium for food and khat — a narcotic leaf that Somali men chew religiously — but the buccaneers don't seem to mind.
"It is true," said a 28-year-old pirate who identified himself as Jama. "We are getting very rich."
Jama, who described himself as a high-ranking member of a group based in Eyl, has earned $375,000 as a pirate, enough to buy a Toyota Land Cruiser and to begin building a six-bedroom house in Garowe, the regional capital, for his family.
His biggest payday came last month, when he earned a $92,000 share of a $1.3 million ransom for a Greek ship, the MV Centauri, which was released after 10 weeks with its crew unharmed.
[Link: www.mcclatchydc.com...]
205 | reine.de.tout Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:45:32pm |
re: #144 rawmuse
IIRC, he or she was banned some time ago.
Loflyer of "talk like a pirate" fame - blocked awhile back.
206 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:45:36pm |
207 | snowcrash Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:45:41pm |
re: #197 MandyManners
I used to read his nic as "Christ the professor" and one day I noticed how wrong I was! lol
208 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:45:43pm |
THE SOUND OF MUSIC IS ON ABC FAMILY NEXT! ! ! !
209 | rawmuse Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:45:45pm |
re: #194 So?
And for arguments sake let's call them pirates. What do they do with the $millions they obtain. They certainly don't install plumbing for their fellow visitors. I'd guess that a fair amount of money is handed over to radical extremists to carry on Jihad.
Or are they driving around town in pimpmobiles and living in mansions smoking fat juicy Cuban cigars. After all, they're pirates. OH, yeah and drinking Jack Daniels.
In short, yes, they are living like kings, in permanent homes, with private armies, and servants, and vehicles, and large screen TVs. These should be targeted and bombed, as of yesterday.
210 | The Other Les Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:46:22pm |
211 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:46:37pm |
re: #194 So?
And for arguments sake let's call them pirates. What do they do with the $millions they obtain. They certainly don't install plumbing for their fellow visitors. I'd guess that a fair amount of money is handed over to radical extremists to carry on Jihad.
Or are they driving around town in pimpmobiles and living in mansions smoking fat juicy Cuban cigars. After all, they're pirates. OH, yeah and drinking Jack Daniels.
I meant villagers. Not visitors.
212 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:46:41pm |
213 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:47:19pm |
re: #207 snowcrash
I used to read his nic as "Christ the professor" and one day I noticed how wrong I was! lol
Mich-again reads Michigan to me.
214 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:47:54pm |
219 | midwestgak Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:48:26pm |
re: #208 MandyManners
THE SOUND OF MUSIC IS ON ABC FAMILY NEXT! ! ! !
The hills are alive, with music.
Climb every mountain. Forge every stream. . . .
224 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:49:09pm |
225 | transient Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:49:16pm |
re: #188 jcm
However that was not the motivation of Islamists from Dawson's Field to 9/11, effecting a political change was. The destruction killing is a tool to gain that end.
I agree with your arguments but must correct this error.
The PFLP did Dawson's Field hijacking in 1970, and they were not Islamists. They were secular Palestinians with Marxist-socialist ideology. The founders of the PFLP were actually Christian Palestinians (Habash, Haddad).
Carry on.
226 | Boxy_brown Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:49:56pm |
re: #153 Shay4l
Which means there wasn't any presidential go-ahead for a rescue attempt. That's standard hostage situation procedure, not a directive.
That is exactly what it means. A presidential directive would probably mean an asylum bid and a job with Acorn.
227 | vagabond trader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:50:40pm |
re: #223 jcm
Hell, that's a prerequisite for an appointment by this administration.
228 | Spiritualized Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:50:48pm |
"Pirate" is a ridiculous antiquated term which conjures up images of wooden ships, comical eye-patches, parrots and errr, Johnny Depp.
The MSM love it because it means they can avoid using "Islamic terrorists."
229 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:50:57pm |
Credit where credit due: Obama twice signed off on this incident, allowing for use of force.
He did the right thing.
230 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:51:15pm |
re: #222 albusteve
all of it...
So if they donate part of their ransom to extreme Jihadis who blow up and maim innocents. What are they then? Pirate donors? LOL.
231 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:51:23pm |
Perry
Campbell
Cabrara
First 3 player playoff since 87
232 | Aviator Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:51:37pm |
233 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:51:58pm |
re: #220 So?
Do these pirates donate money to the Jihadiis?
Only to peaceful Jihadis.
In other words... no... probably not.
234 | Shay4l Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:52:00pm |
re: #163 Wishing
In the presser this afternoon, they said Obama had signed off on this twice since the incident began.
I quoted from a published article, from a source on the scene. They acted when they believed he was in danger, standard procedure for a hostage situation.
Please provide the backing for your assertion. Then I will agree that the biggest Zero in US presidential history gets any credit at all for the brilliant work of the US Navy personnel involved.
235 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:52:18pm |
re: #225 transient
I agree with your arguments but must correct this error.
The PFLP did Dawson's Field hijacking in 1970, and they were not Islamists. They were secular Palestinians with Marxist-socialist ideology. The founders of the PFLP were actually Christian Palestinians (Habash, Haddad).Carry on.
Thank you, I'd forgetten that bit......
I know a couple who were passenger on the BOAC at Dawson's Field. Pretty hairy.
236 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:52:38pm |
re: #224 Wishing
And is it tax deductible?
/
I guess I proved my point. Good nite. I'm going to watch Pirates of the Caribbean.
237 | Shay4l Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:52:46pm |
re: #229 Wishing
Credit where credit due: Obama twice signed off on this incident, allowing for use of force.
He did the right thing.
PROOF please
238 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:52:47pm |
re: #228 Spiritualized
"Pirate" is a ridiculous antiquated term which conjures up images of wooden ships, comical eye-patches, parrots and errr, Johnny Depp.
The MSM love it because it means they can avoid using "Islamic terrorists."
what?....they are NOT pirates?
239 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:52:51pm |
re: #223 jcm
Technically he is a girly man........
/Ahnold.
Ahnold - the only republican who could get away with such a disparaging term.
/I don't know he's republican though.
240 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:53:03pm |
re: #234 Shay4l
I quoted from a published article, from a source on the scene. They acted when they believed he was in danger, standard procedure for a hostage situation.
Please provide the backing for your assertion. Then I will agree that the biggest Zero in US presidential history gets any credit at all for the brilliant work of the US Navy personnel involved.
I will look for a link, but as you can see, I said this was stated in the presser, which was a video.
241 | rawmuse Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:53:21pm |
re: #228 Spiritualized
I think "pirate" is an accurate term. See my reference above.
These guys are in for the money, and they keep doing it because it works.
242 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:53:23pm |
re: #230 So?
So if they donate part of their ransom to extreme Jihadis who blow up and maim innocents. What are they then? Pirate donors? LOL.
yes
243 | Boxy_brown Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:53:46pm |
re: #229 Wishing
Credit where credit due: Obama twice signed off on this incident, allowing for use of force.
He did the right thing.
Courageous of him to allow the US navy to surround a lifeboat holding an American hostage and actually shoot at it return fire when the hostage escaped on his own.
244 | jaunte Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:53:49pm |
re: #228 Spiritualized
"Pirate" is a ridiculous antiquated term which conjures up images of wooden ships, comical eye-patches, parrots and errr, Johnny Depp.
The MSM love it because it means they can avoid using "Islamic terrorists."
Call them whatever you want, but this one's more about the money than the religion.
245 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:54:28pm |
246 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:54:46pm |
re: #239 unrealizedviewpoint
Ahnold - the only republican who could get away with such a disparaging term.
/I don't know he's republican though.
He's a RINO, or as Levin says, a Re-pubic-an.
247 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:54:50pm |
249 | yochanan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:55:08pm |
re: #17 sattv4u2
Welcome back ,,
I spent six days in Ohio ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,one night!
spent a year in cleveland one nite.
250 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:55:18pm |
re: #233 AmeriDan
Only to peaceful Jihadis.
In other words... no... probably not.
Well, you don't know that for a fact. Nor do I. But I would assume when you have millions at your disposal, bad elements come knocking at your door and try to garner your booty.
251 | USBeast Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:55:20pm |
re: #228 Spiritualized
"Pirate" is a ridiculous antiquated term which conjures up images of wooden ships, comical eye-patches, parrots and errr, Johnny Depp.
The MSM love it because it means they can avoid using "Islamic terrorists."
"Pirate" is the proper term under international law. Their motivation is irrelevant.
252 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:55:32pm |
Ok I just went to Google news, clicked on the Captain's story: they have NOTHING about his rescue! Stories go to April 10th!
253 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:55:42pm |
re: #240 Wishing
I will look for a link, but as you can see, I said this was stated in the presser, which was a video.
The Defense Department twice asked President Barack Obama for permission to use military force to rescue Phillips, most recently late Friday evening, U.S. officials said. On Saturday morning, Obama signed off on the Pentagon's request, as he had a day earlier, said the officials, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss internal deliberations.
254 | Boxy_brown Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:56:11pm |
255 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:56:23pm |
re: #228 Spiritualized
"Pirate" is a ridiculous antiquated term which conjures up images of wooden ships, comical eye-patches, parrots and errr, Johnny Depp.
The MSM love it because it means they can avoid using "Islamic terrorists."
FINALLY. SANITY.
256 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:56:50pm |
re: #253 jcm
The Defense Department twice asked President Barack Obama for permission to use military force to rescue Phillips, most recently late Friday evening, U.S. officials said. On Saturday morning, Obama signed off on the Pentagon's request, as he had a day earlier, said the officials, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss internal deliberations.
Thanks for that link JCM. In the presser, the spokesman said he had signed off twice on it.
257 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:56:57pm |
re: #249 yochanan
spent a year in cleveland one nite.
the Land of Cleve....there is a fabulous Little Italy there...one of the best outside of NYC and Philly the Pitt
259 | Piglet-U93 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:57:08pm |
re: #228 Spiritualized
"Pirate" is a ridiculous antiquated term which conjures up images of wooden ships, comical eye-patches, parrots and errr, Johnny Depp.
The MSM love it because it means they can avoid using "Islamic terrorists."
Water Made Disasters?
260 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:58:21pm |
If we are going to hold Obama's feet to the fire for screw-ups, we need to be just as quick to say, Well done! when he doesn't screw it up, or when he does the right thing.
261 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:58:27pm |
re: #250 So?
bad elements come knocking at your door and try to garner your booty
.
I hate when that happens.
Not that there's anything wrong with that.
262 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:58:46pm |
re: #255 So?
FINALLY. SANITY.
how is the term pirate "antiquated"?...whatever scene your mind conjures has little to do with reality sometimes
263 | Boxy_brown Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:58:47pm |
re: #258 vagabond trader
Heyoooo yourself Boxy Brown!
Just realized I'm showing my age by referencing Ed Mcmahon. He had a gig before the publishers clearing house thing... ;-)
264 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:59:18pm |
re: #256 Wishing
Thanks for that link JCM. In the presser, the spokesman said he had signed off twice on it.
My question was a use of force authorization in effect before Friday? Was the Navy ordered weapons tight previous to that?
265 | USBeast Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:59:49pm |
re: #255 So?
FINALLY. SANITY.
Why is this even in question? These "people" are taking ships by force on the high seas. This is piracy by every legal definition. What's your problem here.
266 | Empire1 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 3:59:56pm |
re: #110 sattv4u2
Talk to Janet Napolitano
I'd like to give her -- and everyone else who's emasculating the language for the sake of policical correctness (read "euphemisms") a piece of my mind. Words mean things, and sloppy language leads to sloppy thinking!
Sorry (well, not really); I'll get off the soapbox now.
267 | vagabond trader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:00:01pm |
re: #263 Boxy_brown
S'ok, I'm up there in rings myself, still miss the old Tonite Show.
268 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:00:09pm |
re: #260 Wishing
If we are going to hold Obama's feet to the fire for screw-ups, we need to be just as quick to say, Well done! when he doesn't screw it up, or when he does the right thing.
he did the obvious right thing...big whoop...he's an asshole nevertheless and I can prove it!
269 | MarineMomSue Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:00:52pm |
re: #204 jaunte
Pirate high-life.
Jama, who described himself as a high-ranking member of a group based in Eyl, has earned $375,000 as a pirate, enough to buy a Toyota Land Cruiser and to begin building a six-bedroom house in Garowe, the regional capital, for his family.
His biggest payday came last month, when he earned a $92,000 share of a $1.3 million ransom for a Greek ship, the MV Centauri, which was released after 10 weeks with its crew unharmed.
He EARNED the money?
Will today's little pirate-set-back on the high seas, will interfere with finishing construction on his new home?
270 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:00:59pm |
re: #265 USBeast
Why is this even in question? These "people" are taking ships by force on the high seas. This is piracy by every legal definition. What's your problem here.
hormones I think
271 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:01:24pm |
re: #251 USBeast
"Pirate" is the proper term under international law. Their motivation is irrelevant.
Their motivation is irrelevant.
What a laughable statement. Ok they are simply using the ransom money to buy arms and weapons and C-4, etc for other pirates. Some of whom may plant roadside bombs somewhere or land mines. Good little pirates. Do they own parakeets?
272 | pink freud Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:01:46pm |
re: #245 MandyManners
I was taken back in time to Reno.
This makes sense to me. Reno, in many ways, reminds me of Janet Napolitano, who was just appointed Scty of Homeland Security, who could easily be confused with Holder, as they are both of that ilk.
273 | rawmuse Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:01:47pm |
re: #260 Wishing
If we are going to hold Obama's feet to the fire for screw-ups, we need to be just as quick to say, Well done! when he doesn't screw it up, or when he does the right thing.
OTOH, protecting the USA from all enemies foreign and domestic does fall within the normal job description.
Should we thank him for fulfilling the minimum requirements of the job that he wanted and got?
274 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:02:11pm |
re: #269 MarineMomSue
Jama, who described himself as a high-ranking member of a group based in Eyl, has earned $375,000 as a pirate, enough to buy a Toyota Land Cruiser and to begin building a six-bedroom house in Garowe, the regional capital, for his family.
His biggest payday came last month, when he earned a $92,000 share of a $1.3 million ransom for a Greek ship, the MV Centauri, which was released after 10 weeks with its crew unharmed.
He EARNED the money?
Will today's little pirate-set-back on the high seas, will interfere with finishing construction on his new home?
a beautiful stone three story with a thatched roof...hahaha
276 | paint-right Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:02:54pm |
277 | apachegunner Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:02:58pm |
wondering where the new headquarters might be for the big lizard. i looked at a cave in the mountains at yucca flats in nevada few weeks back, looked like someone might be moving in. charles?
278 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:03:01pm |
re: #271 So?
Their motivation is irrelevant.
What a laughable statement. Ok they are simply using the ransom money to buy arms and weapons and C-4, etc for other pirates. Some of whom may plant roadside bombs somewhere or land mines. Good little pirates. Do they own parakeets?
what is your favorite wine?....I dig a hefty merlot
279 | USBeast Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:03:09pm |
re: #268 albusteve
he did the obvious right thing...big whoop...he's an asshole nevertheless and I can prove it!
As my old man once said: "When it comes to c**ts, pr*cks and a**holes everyone who has one is one sooner or later."
280 | Boxy_brown Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:03:10pm |
282 | rain of lead Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:03:34pm |
re: #183 sattv4u2
no on both counts, I think. As to the 'pirate speaker" we were supposed to meet for lunch in Atlanta, I remember telling him NO PIRATE TALK AT LUNCH. Thats why I know it's not LoFlyer nor ChisThe
loflyer was on a pirate talking jag for awhile, he has been silent for a while
but he may not be the lizard you are thinking of.
(says the guy with the pirate avitar)
283 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:03:42pm |
re: #273 rawmuse
OTOH, protecting the USA from all enemies foreign and domestic does fall within the normal job description.
Should we thank him for fulfilling the minimum requirements of the job that he wanted and got?
not me
284 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:03:59pm |
285 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:04:20pm |
re: #281 buzzsawmonkey
Don't mock the thatched roof; very good, if properly done, good use of indigenous materials--and very handy for hiding your excess arsenal.
I should have guessed....howdy
286 | DistantThunder Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:04:33pm |
re: #26 loppyd
Officer: Split-second decision to open fire
WASHINGTON - A U.S. military official says Navy Seals and other officers opened fire on three pirates when a Navy commander made a split-second decision that an American hostage’s life was in danger.
Vice Adm. Bill Gortney also says the pirates made a ransom demand for the release of Capt. Richard Phillips.
Gortney says the pirates threatened throughout the ordeal to kill Phillips. Gortney says the pirates were armed with AK-47s and small-caliber pistols, and were pointing the AK-47s at the captain.
Gortney says the commander of the nearby USS Bainbridge believed Phillips was in "imminent danger" when he ordered sailors to fire at the armed pirates.
Gortney says the White House had given "very clear guidance and authority" that if any time Phillips’ life was in danger to take action.Gortney spoke in a conference call from Bahrain.
Blackfive blog says this is standard operating procedure if they see the the hostage is in imminent danger. They would not have needed any additional authority to make this shot.
Obama did not order active rescue
The standing authority gave them clearance to engage the pirates if the life of the captain was in imminent danger. The on scene commander deemed this to be true and gave the order to fire. All three bad guys were taken out and then a rigid inflatable boat went to the lifeboat to retrieve Phillips. Iti is unknown at this point whether the shooters were SEALs or Marine Scout Snipers as both would have been available. This was not a rescue attempt ordered by National Command Authority i.e. the President. It was a reaction by the on scene commander under standard authority to safeguard the life of a hostage.
Read the whole thing....
287 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:04:53pm |
re: #273 rawmuse
OTOH, protecting the USA from all enemies foreign and domestic does fall within the normal job description.
Should we thank him for fulfilling the minimum requirements of the job that he wanted and got?
Of course.
288 | DistantThunder Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:05:21pm |
re: #256 Wishing
Thanks for that link JCM. In the presser, the spokesman said he had signed off twice on it.
Something doesn't make sense about that. Why would they have to ask him twice? Did Obama refuse the first time?
289 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:05:37pm |
re: #277 apachegunner
wondering where the new headquarters might be for the big lizard. i looked at a cave in the mountains at yucca flats in nevada few weeks back, looked like someone might be moving in. charles?
Or either he's cashing in on the California housing market.
291 | Spiritualized Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:05:39pm |
re: #259 Piglet-U93
Water Made Disasters?
'Disaster' is too extreme, how about Seafaring Robin Hood Impersonators?
292 | Silhouette Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:05:42pm |
Obama's Easter CelebrationThe president attends public worship services for the first time since taking office — at Episcopal church
For the first time in 3 months?
Maybe he wasn't lying about not hearing all the racist rants of Rev. White.
Maybe he was "just" lying about going to church often.
293 | razorbacker Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:05:56pm |
Couple of pirate points.
First of all, good on ya, Mr. President, for authorizing force in rescuing Captain Phillips. Tomorrow I'll likely be gnawing on your ankles again, but today, good on ya.
Two; I suspect that it will be some time again before an American-flagged ship is taken by Somali pirates. If there isn't any money in it, and there is lead in it, good business practices indicate a shift in targets towards strictly European or Asian (excepting Indian and Chinese, of course) or African flagged shipping.
Three; I'd hate to be the crew member holding an American or French passport on the next ship taken. That doesn't mean that I disapprove in any way of the current rescue, it just means that it'll go rough on the next innocent caught up.
Fourth; the pirate scourges of the past have been stopped by going to the pirate bases and razing them. I'm a conservative. If it worked before, I'm willing to try it again.
294 | paint-right Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:05:57pm |
re: #282 rain of lead
loflyer was on a pirate talking jag for awhile, he has been silent for a while
but he may not be the lizard you are thinking of.
(says the guy with the pirate avitar)
shortly after I jined lGF there was a hilarious pirate thread, the first I'd ever seen and I didn't bookmark it...but someone must have
295 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:06:13pm |
re: #220 So?
Do these pirates donate money to the Jihadiis?
Probably,,, but they also probably have bought a computer and pay for internet access with their money. That doesn;'t make them or Micheal Dell or Bill Gates !
296 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:06:23pm |
I think a bird sanctuary should be opened and special breeders brought in so these "pirates" can attack with well trained parakeets on their shoulders.
297 | Truck Monkey Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:06:24pm |
re: #279 USBeast
As my old man once said: "When it comes to c**ts, pr*cks and a**holes everyone who has one is one sooner or later."
Carrots?
298 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:06:30pm |
re: #288 DistantThunder
Something doesn't make sense about that. Why would they have to ask him twice? Did Obama refuse the first time?
I'd like a clarification...I can't believe BO didn't screw up somewhere...I'm jaded
299 | USBeast Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:07:02pm |
re: #271 So?
Their motivation is irrelevant.
What a laughable statement. Ok they are simply using the ransom money to buy arms and weapons and C-4, etc for other pirates. Some of whom may plant roadside bombs somewhere or land mines. Good little pirates. Do they own parakeets?
Oh for...Look, if it will make you happy we can call them Islamic Terrorists Using Piracy To Further Jihad.
They're still pirates.
300 | Boxy_brown Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:07:17pm |
re: #286 DistantThunder
"Obama did not order active rescue"
A soon to be ignored detail in the national press.
301 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:07:26pm |
re: #288 DistantThunder
Something doesn't make sense about that. Why would they have to ask him twice? Did Obama refuse the first time?
I am guessing only, that they have written directives that they work from, tailored to specific events? Someone here will know..
302 | Truck Monkey Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:08:00pm |
re: #289 AmeriDan
Or either he's cashing in on the California housing market.
The time to do that would have been 3 or 4 years ago.
303 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:08:12pm |
re: #295 sattv4u2
Probably,,, but they also probably have bought a computer and pay for internet access with their money. That doesn;'t make them or Micheal Dell or Bill Gates !
Pirate PayPal....it's the new rage all over Somalia
305 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:08:23pm |
re: #295 sattv4u2
Probably,,, but they also probably have bought a computer and pay for internet access with their money. That doesn;'t make them or Micheal Dell or Bill Gates !
Bill Gates is trying to cure malaria. Google 2009 TED talk by Gates. He said more money is spent researching male baldness than goes into research for malaria.
306 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:09:19pm |
re: #302 Truck Monkey
The time to do that would have been 3 or 4 years ago.
Selling, but what about buying?
307 | Piglet-U93 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:09:30pm |
re: #292 Silhouette
For the first time in 3 months?
Maybe he wasn't lying about not hearing all the racist rants of Rev. White.
Maybe he was "just" lying about going to church often.
I predict his next visit to church will be Christmas and the one after that only Mohammad knows.
308 | Bloodnok Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:09:45pm |
re: #183 sattv4u2
no on both counts, I think. As to the 'pirate speaker" we were supposed to meet for lunch in Atlanta, I remember telling him NO PIRATE TALK AT LUNCH. Thats why I know it's not LoFlyer nor ChisThe
It was Loflyer, Satt.
309 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:10:07pm |
re: #295 sattv4u2
Probably,,, but they also probably have bought a computer and pay for internet access with their money. That doesn;'t make them or Micheal Dell or Bill Gates !
I don't understand yor logic. Must be pirated software writing your replies.
310 | ArchangelMichael Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:10:16pm |
re: #305 So?
If his moonbat do-gooder buddies wouldn't have banned DDT, malaria might be gone already.
311 | Mardukhai Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:10:21pm |
re: #15 sattv4u2
thats it!
It's a hereditary mark called a "widow's peak," but Eddie Munster's was a hairpiece.
Along similar lines, I was born with large incisors, and until I had them filed down, people used to call me "clever" things -- wish I had the nerve to have bitten a few of them, but I wasn't so inclined, and it would have only made things worse.
312 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:10:45pm |
re: #309 So?
I don't understand yor logic. Must be pirated software writing your replies.
the feelings mutual....
313 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:11:06pm |
Over and outta here.....supper time. Pirate soup....yummy.
315 | pink freud Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:11:19pm |
re: #300 Boxy_brown
A soon to be ignored detail in the national press.
If I gaze inward ..... I can clearly see 0bama's lanky form, butt up in the air like that bow to the Saudi King, hiding under his desk during the entire incident, with his little facebook drones clamoring around the desk, asking him to say something, anything please Mr. President, for the world ....
What I don't see is the man being Presidential, taking the bull by the horns, and getting proactive.
316 | Truck Monkey Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:12:05pm |
re: #292 Silhouette
For the first time in 3 months?
Maybe he wasn't lying about not hearing all the racist rants of Rev. White.
Maybe he was "just" lying about going to church often.
I believe that he was over at St. Johns Episcopal today. The White House and a 4 block radius around it was locked down nice and tight when I was there today at about noon.
317 | jaunte Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:13:07pm |
I would bet that the imams in Somalia bitch loudly about the stinginess of the pirates zakat contributions.
318 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:13:41pm |
Asked for comments, the Captain said: The real heroes are the Navy and the SEALs.
319 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:13:57pm |
re: #309 So?
I don't understand yor logic. Must be pirated software writing your replies.
I didn't think you would. It's a PIRATE thing!
320 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:14:14pm |
re: #317 jaunte
I would bet that the imams in Somalia bitch loudly about the stinginess of the pirates zakat contributions.
And the juice. Don't forget the juice.
321 | MarineMomSue Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:14:54pm |
re: #318 Wishing
Asked for comments, the Captain said: The real heroes are the Navy and the SEALs.
spoken like a true hero... but he was right about the Navy and the SEALs too.
322 | Boxy_brown Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:15:11pm |
re: #315 pink freud
If I gaze inward ..... I can clearly see 0bama's lanky form, butt up in the air like that bow to the Saudi King, hiding under his desk during the entire incident, with his little facebook drones clamoring around the desk, asking him to say something, anything please Mr. President, for the world ....
"It's over? well I did sign something, right?... Look at me! I'm a leader"!
/BHO
323 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:15:16pm |
re: #314 buzzsawmonkey
Port Royal, Jamaica was maybe the richest city in this hemisphere, and surly the most decadent around 1600 or so...fascinating stuff, the alliances and the politics involved...gangsters on a huge scale and very colorful of course
324 | Empire1 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:15:21pm |
re: #314 buzzsawmonkey
Thanks for that briefing -- you are absolutely right. The true history of New World piracy makes the Johnny Depp stories positively boring.
325 | razorbacker Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:18:27pm |
From a link above:
Money-counting machines like the ones at your local bank — "We have to make sure it's real money," Jama explained — tally up amounts so huge that families who have survived on fishing for generations say that young children now want to grow up to be pirates.
"Whenever we hear that a ransom was paid, children's dreams of becoming pirates just increase," Ahmed said.
It isn't just children who are starry-eyed. Mustaf Mohamed Abdi, a 48-year-old taxi driver in Garowe, marveled at the excitement in town when a band of pirates comes through on a spending spree. If he's lucky, Abdi said, a friendly pirate might tip him with a hundred-dollar bill.
"The pirates are the hottest men in town," Abdi said. "Girls from all over Somalia moved here to marry pirates. But if the girl isn't cute she's out of luck, because the pirates only go with beautiful girls."
The article had already spoken of locals jacking up the price of khat, a popular drug.
So there you have it, my friends. Sex, drugs, and money. Add local notoriety and admiration and you've got the beginnings of something hard to stop there.
326 | Tamron Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:18:34pm |
re: #256 Wishing
Thanks for that link JCM. In the presser, the spokesman said he had signed off twice on it.
I'm glad he signed off on this -- now he'll have to keep following this precedent in the future, even in spite of the "KICK ME" sign that he deliberately hung off of his own ass, when he bent over to give homage to the great Muslim leader.
.
327 | Piglet-U93 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:18:45pm |
Way OT and totally unecessary.
Is the new dog's name Barack Obama or BO or Bo?
Like I really need to know, not!
328 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:19:09pm |
re: #325 razorbacker
From a link above:
The article had already spoken of locals jacking up the price of khat, a popular drug.
So there you have it, my friends. Sex, drugs, and money. Add local notoriety and admiration and you've got the beginnings of something hard to stop there.
Sounds like an American city!
331 | razorbacker Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:20:18pm |
332 | Aye Pod Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:20:33pm |
Telling the Truth About the Armenian Genocide
We must resist Turkish pressure to distort history.
By Christopher Hitchens
[Link: www.slate.com...]
President Obama comes to this issue with an unusually clear and unambivalent record. In 2006, for example, the U.S. ambassador to Armenia, John Evans, was recalled for employing the word genocide. Then-Sen. Obama wrote a letter of complaint to then-Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, deploring the State Department's cowardice and roundly stating that the occurrence of the Armenian genocide in 1915 "is not an allegation, a personal opinion, or a point of view, but rather a widely documented fact supported by an overwhelming body of historical evidence." On the campaign trail last year, he amplified this position, saying that "America deserves a leader who speaks truthfully about the Armenian genocide and responds forcefully to all genocides. I intend to be that president."
333 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:20:35pm |
They don't have the dog yet, won't have it til Tuesday.
Dog's name is Charlie, but they are changing it to Bo Diddly.
335 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:21:42pm |
re: #228 Spiritualized
"Pirate" is a ridiculous antiquated term which conjures up images of wooden ships, comical eye-patches, parrots and errr, Johnny Depp.
The MSM love it because it means they can avoid using "Islamic terrorists."
It's the legal definition of what happened.
336 | Silhouette Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:21:46pm |
re: #325 razorbacker
"Whenever we hear that a ransom was paid, children's dreams of becoming pirates just increase," Ahmed said.
Paying ransom increases piracy.
It is so simple. What you reward, you get more of. What you punish, you get less of.
I would gather that the corollary is killing pirates decreases piracy.
337 | Piglet-U93 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:21:52pm |
338 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:21:56pm |
re: #334 buzzsawmonkey
Diddly Squat would be more appropriate.
Especially if it has house-breaking problems!
339 | doppelganglander Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:22:10pm |
re: #168 sattv4u2
no ,, that wasn't it ,,,, he was an Atlanta lizard ,,,,, worked/ taught at a local college, IIRC
You are mixing up the banned, pirate-talking LoFlyer with Lucius Septimius. Both Atlantans.
340 | Boxy_brown Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:22:22pm |
341 | pink freud Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:22:34pm |
re: #327 Piglet-U93
Way OT and totally unecessary.
Is the new dog's name Barack Obama or BO or Bo?
Like I really need to know, not!
Supposedly, "Bo" represents Michelle's father who was named "Diddley".
So, yes, the answer to your question is that the dog is named after Barack Obama -- BO. :-)
/narcissism factored in for your convenience
342 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:23:27pm |
HOLD THE WEDDIN!
I could care less about "PizzaGate", or if Michelle has a 250 hairdressers, manicurists and fashion designers on staff, or even IF and WHEN they get a dog ,,,
BUT ,,, they re-named the dog to Bo !?!?!?
BO!
B ,,,,, O ,,,,,,
((as in Barack Obama)))
How fucking narcissistic IS this man, that even the 1st DOG has to have his label!
343 | Silhouette Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:23:41pm |
Well, one must have some courage to name a dog Diddley. I mean, those carpets in the White House are expensive and some have historical value.
344 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:23:51pm |
345 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:23:56pm |
re: #334 buzzsawmonkey
Diddly Squat would be more appropriate.
it's just rong! to name a dog Bo Diddley
346 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:24:44pm |
re: #343 Silhouette
Well, one must have some courage to name a dog Diddley. I mean, those carpets in the White House are expensive and some have historical value.
The dog is 5 or 6 months old, so hopefully it is already housebroken. However, the previous owners returned it, so who knows?
347 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:25:11pm |
re: #335 MandyManners
It's the legal definition of what happened.
I'm too lazy to properly cite the following:
TITLE 18 - CRIMES AND CRIMINAL PROCEDURE
PART I - CRIMES
CHAPTER 81 - PIRACY AND PRIVATEERING
Sec. 1653. Aliens as pirates
Whoever, being a citizen or subject of any foreign state, is
found and taken on the sea making war upon the United States, or
cruising against the vessels and property thereof, or of the
citizens of the same, contrary to the provisions of any treaty
existing between the United States and the state of which the
offender is a citizen or subject, when by such treaty such acts are
declared to be piracy, is a pirate, and shall be imprisoned for
life.
348 | Silhouette Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:25:11pm |
I always heard it was bad luck to rename a dog, like renaming a boat.
349 | Macker Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:25:41pm |
re: #332 Jimmah
Telling the Truth About the Armenian Genocide
We must resist Turkish pressure to distort history.
By Christopher Hitchens
[Link: www.slate.com...]
Except for the Shoah.
350 | snowcrash Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:25:59pm |
re: #346 Wishing
The previous owner is probably a dog trainer.
351 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:26:11pm |
re: #347 MandyManners
HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES
In the light of far-reaching developments in the field of
international law and foreign relations, the law of piracy is
deemed to require a fundamental reconsideration and complete
restatement, perhaps resulting in drastic changes by way of
modification and expansion. Such a task may be regarded as beyond
the scope of this project. The present revision is, therefore,
confined to the making of some obvious and patent corrections. It
is recommended, however, that at some opportune time in the near
future, the subject of piracy be entirely reconsidered and the law
bearing on it modified and restated in accordance with the needs of
the times.
SNIP
352 | capitalist piglet Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:26:12pm |
re: #341 pink freud
Supposedly, "Bo" represents Michelle's father who was named "Diddley".
So, yes, the answer to your question is that the dog is named after Barack Obama -- BO. :-)
/narcissism factored in for your convenience
Must have been a nickname:
Michelle LaVaughn Robinson was born on January 17, 1964, in Chicago, Illinois to Fraser Robinson III,[1] a city water plant employee and Democratic precinct captain, and Marian Shields Robinson, a secretary at Spiegel's catalog store.[2] Her mother stayed at home until Michelle entered high school.[3]
355 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:26:30pm |
356 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:26:33pm |
Damn proud of the Navy tonight!
Go Navy!
357 | Truck Monkey Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:26:40pm |
re: #346 Wishing
The dog is 5 or 6 months old, so hopefully it is already housebroken. However, the previous owners returned it, so who knows?
It is the same breed as Splash. Fat Teddy Kennedys Portugese Water dog. Very smart and easily trained, although haram.
358 | UncleRancher Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:26:55pm |
It's OK to rename a dog but only if the original name was really stupid.
359 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:27:23pm |
re: #357 Truck Monkey
It is the same breed as Splash. Fat Teddy Kennedys Portugese Water dog. Very smart and easily trained, although haram.
You mean the dog, not Teddy, right !?!?!?
360 | razorbacker Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:27:24pm |
re: #336 Silhouette
Paying ransom increases piracy.
It is so simple. What you reward, you get more of. What you punish, you get less of.
I have a simple proposal.
That statement above should be tattooed onto the forehead, backwards, of every single member of the House of Representatives. That way they would be reminded of it every time that they look in the mirror (and don't try to tell me that they don't look at themselves in mirrors).
It'd be tattooed the same day that they take the oath of office. Don't want the tattoo, don't run. That way, too, we the people would always be able to know when a congresscritter was present, and take proper precautions.
361 | Piglet-U93 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:27:38pm |
re: #332 Jimmah
..."America deserves a leader who speaks truthfully about the Armenian genocide and responds forcefully to all genocides. I intend to be that president."
Change is what we got - he changed his mind.
If only Obama were Pinocchio.
362 | Macker Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:27:57pm |
re: #357 Truck Monkey
Poor dog, can't even go on trips to Muslim countries....
363 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:28:17pm |
re: #357 Truck Monkey
It is the same breed as Splash. Fat Teddy Kennedys Portugese Water dog. Very smart and easily trained, although haram.
I think I read that this dog is a gift from the Kennedys.
364 | summergurl Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:28:48pm |
re: #346 Wishing
The dog is 5 or 6 months old, so hopefully it is already housebroken. However, the previous owners returned it, so who knows?
You don't give the President of the US a dog with issues that had to be returned to a shelter. That had to be a puppy that was house trained before it was conveniently given back. Probably in doggy foster care until it was trained and ready for the O's. Someone bought the dog BO wanted, someone else took care of it, and now its theirs. I'm REALLY jaded.
365 | Truck Monkey Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:28:53pm |
re: #359 sattv4u2
You mean the dog, not Teddy, right !?!?!?
The dog would most certainly be easier to train than these Politicitards in DC.
366 | pink freud Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:29:17pm |
367 | screaming_eagle Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:29:20pm |
re: #361 Piglet-U93
..."America deserves a leader who speaks truthfully about the Armenian genocide and responds forcefully to all genocides. I intend to be that president."
Change is what we got - he changed his mind.
If only Obama were Pinocchio.
His nose would reach Jersey by now.
368 | Tamron Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:29:42pm |
re: #265 USBeast
Why is this even in question? These "people" are taking ships by force on the high seas. This is piracy by every legal definition. What's your problem here.
Would someone please tell me why civilian merchant ships cannot have a locked firearm armory (or a mounted .50 cal machine gun) for their own self defense?
How much advance notice does a merchant ship have, once they spot an incoming pirate vessel? Do they attack mostly in the daytime, or at night?
What's the range of a pirate's shoulder-launched RPG?
What would it cost for US merchant ships to carry snipers armed with long-range weapons? Are there just too many merchant ships in that area for this to be viable? (And, define "viable" once a ship is captured for a ransom of several million dollars.)
.
369 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:29:54pm |
371 | snowcrash Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:30:26pm |
re: #355 Wishing
An energetic young dog could be beyond the dog training ability of a first time dog owning family that is VERY busy. Getting a dog with some socialization skills is more practical.
372 | Spiritualized Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:30:41pm |
Here's some "pirates," Haha!
"After we've had our fill of bread and wine we shall tell tales of other times we had our fill of bread and wine."
373 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:31:09pm |
re: #327 Piglet-U93
Way OT and totally unecessary.
Is the new dog's name Barack Obama or BO or Bo?
Like I really need to know, not!
Maybe he got the dog, named it BO, so that he can blame that stink (the girls complain about in bed) on the poor dog.
/
374 | screaming_eagle Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:31:26pm |
re: #370 buzzsawmonkey
Bark Obama would have been amusing.
Would have confused our President when Michelle yelled the dog's name.
375 | Walter L. Newton Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:32:07pm |
Sort of a full out break of ODS tonight.
377 | capitalist piglet Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:32:32pm |
378 | lawhawk Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:32:50pm |
The media is trying to portray the pirates as simply people in need of community organizing and improved economic activity. They're doing what they can to show that these pirates (the media will claim that they shouldn't be called as much) are just folks who are desperate to make a living.
Funny thing, but most people don't go ahead and hijack ships and kidnap their crews for months on end. They see the money involved, and the risks are worth it to them.
Make the risks so intolerable and the pirates will find another line of work.
More here (among the updates).
379 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:32:57pm |
re: #375 Walter L. Newton
Sort of a full out break of ODS tonight.
Not really. Most here gave him credit for okaying the navys action against the pirates
381 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:33:11pm |
382 | Walter L. Newton Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:33:50pm |
re: #379 sattv4u2
Not really. Most here gave him credit for okaying the navys action against the pirates
Read a little closer.
384 | Piglet-U93 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:34:06pm |
385 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:34:52pm |
re: #379 sattv4u2
Not really. Most here gave him credit for okaying the navys action against the pirates
not me...he just did his job...no big deal
386 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:34:58pm |
re: #382 Walter L. Newton
Read a little closer.
I have been. We're now just making fun of him changing the dogs name to B O
387 | Aye Pod Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:35:17pm |
re: #361 Piglet-U93
..."America deserves a leader who speaks truthfully about the Armenian genocide and responds forcefully to all genocides. I intend to be that president."
Change is what we got - he changed his mind.
If only Obama were Pinocchio.
[Link: www.timesonline.co.uk...]
“Well, my views are on the record and I have not changed views,” Mr Obama said in response to a question about the genocide and his stance on it.
388 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:35:51pm |
389 | Silhouette Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:36:13pm |
RE: Thai rioting.
I would have never thought the "I don't know where the keys are" defense would work
demonstrators danced atop two armored personnel carriers they had forced to a stop, waving flags and shouting "Democracy."The red-shirted crowd swarmed around the vehicles and demanded the keys from the unhappy soldiers inside.
"Sorry, can't find them," came a muffled reply. The protesters drifted off, and the vehicles left.
390 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:36:34pm |
re: #386 sattv4u2
I have been. We're now just making fun of him changing the dogs name to B O
there were alternatives...
Iwon
Myself
Medog
391 | razorbacker Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:36:49pm |
My daughter, as a little girl, named her cat Bodacious the Wonder Kitty, Queen of the Universe.
We called it Bo.
392 | Tamron Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:36:59pm |
re: #370 buzzsawmonkey
Bark Obama would have been amusing.
Dang me, I've gotta admit that your posts show that you have one helluva good command of the English language. Regards, and well done...
.
393 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:37:01pm |
re: #358 UncleRancher
It's OK to rename a dog but only if the original name was really stupid.
How does the dog know his name is stupid?
394 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:37:48pm |
re: #393 unrealizedviewpoint
How does the dog know his name is stupid?
I thought his name was BO
SIT STUPID ,,, SIT
396 | razorbacker Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:38:13pm |
re: #393 unrealizedviewpoint
How does the dog know his name is stupid?
By the embarrassed look on your face when you call it.
397 | Aye Pod Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:38:39pm |
re: #339 doppelganglander
You are mixing up the banned, pirate-talking LoFlyer with Lucius Septimius. Both Atlantans.
I thought Loflyer was English, what with every second word being 'mate'.
398 | Silhouette Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:38:55pm |
I could never name a dog Stupid. I'd go to the door to yell for him, and half the neighborhood would show up.
400 | Tamron Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:40:12pm |
re: #394 sattv4u2
I thought his name was BO
SIT STUPID ,,, SIT
Say, doesn't that mean that the wife could make both hubby and dog mind, with just one command? Efficiency, y'know.
.
401 | doppelganglander Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:40:28pm |
re: #397 Jimmah
I thought Loflyer was English, what with every second word being 'mate'.
He started it on Talk Like a Pirate Day, September 19th, and just wouldn't let it go. That's not why he was banned, though.
402 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:40:50pm |
re: #398 Silhouette
I could never name a dog Stupid. I'd go to the door to yell for him, and half the neighborhood would show up.
What's the joke about naming a dog "Sex"?
403 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:40:54pm |
re: #401 doppelganglander
He started it on Talk Like a Pirate Day, September 19th, and just wouldn't let it go. That's not why he was banned, though.
Tell us why.
404 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:41:04pm |
re: #401 doppelganglander
He started it on Talk Like a Pirate Day, September 19th, and just wouldn't let it go. That's not why he was banned, though.
shoulda been. After a week or so, it was REALLY annoying
406 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:41:40pm |
re: #402 MandyManners
What's the joke about naming a dog "Sex"?
I don't think sex with a dog is a joking matter, missy!
///
407 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:42:44pm |
408 | solomonpanting Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:42:56pm |
re: #337 Piglet-U93
Whats that about a Bitchy Water Frog?
When the Nationals play their first home game, Obama can take his wife and dog and throw out the First Bitch.
(I know, I know.)
409 | razorbacker Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:44:16pm |
re: #402 MandyManners
What's the joke about naming a dog "Sex"?
I've been looking for Sex everywhere, calling for Sex at the top of my lungs, I've offered rewards for the return of Sex but so far, no Sex.
411 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:44:33pm |
re: #406 sattv4u2
I don't think sex with a dog is a joking matter, missy!
///
I'm not a well enough established Lizard to run with this quote... so would someone please knock this one out of the park for my sake?
412 | NYCHardhat Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:44:47pm |
Go USA! I will always have much man-love for the Navy Seals.
414 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:45:46pm |
re: #411 AmeriDan
I'm not a well enough established Lizard to run with this quote... so would someone please knock this one out of the park for my sake?
ahhh ,, go ahead. Lets call this your right of passage, see what you've got, see if you have an A game!
415 | Empire1 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:45:57pm |
Is there such a thing as a Lizard trading post or equivalent? I'm looking for a Mah Jongg set. Granted, I can find plenty of new ones on line and maybe in local stores, but I'd rather give my business to a fellow Lizard if possible.
416 | Tamron Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:46:16pm |
re: #409 razorbacker
I've been looking for Sex everywhere, calling for Sex at the top of my lungs, I've offered rewards for the return of Sex but so far, no Sex.
--So what does a dog have to do with it?
.
417 | Piglet-U93 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:46:16pm |
re: #399 AmeriDan
Your Telepuppy suggestion inspired me, thanks :)
418 | doppelganglander Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:46:27pm |
re: #403 unrealizedviewpoint
Tell us why.
I wasn't there, and by the time I saw the thread his comments had been deleted, but it appeared to involve criticism that Charles somehow hadn't done enough to help McCain get elected.
419 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:46:36pm |
re: #412 NYCHardhat
Go USA! I will always have much man-love for the Navy Seals.
Let's face it..The SEALS are just pure American studs..
Props to the Navy!
420 | Aye Pod Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:46:41pm |
Some top 'nautical banter' here from Blackadder -
421 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:47:18pm |
re: #415 Empire1
Is there such a thing as a Lizard trading post or equivalent? I'm looking for a Mah Jongg set. Granted, I can find plenty of new ones on line and maybe in local stores, but I'd rather give my business to a fellow Lizard if possible.
I "give the business" to fellow lizards all the time!
oh ,, wait ,,,,,, you mean buy sumfin from one ,, nevahmind!
422 | davinvalkri Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:47:42pm |
re: #4 jcm
For no particular reason other than an open thread.
Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 By Lizst (sp?), yay!
423 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:47:52pm |
re: #401 doppelganglander
He started it on Talk Like a Pirate Day, September 19th, and just wouldn't let it go. That's not why he was banned, though.
Someone should keep a journal of sort (online) of lizards who get BLOCKED.
Included could be a short synopsis of why.
424 | Piglet-U93 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:48:09pm |
re: #408 solomonpanting
When the Nationals play their first home game, Obama can take his wife and dog and throw out the First Bitch.
(I know, I know.)
ROTFLMAO and more, oh my keyboard, good thing I have a dozen for backup.
425 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:48:18pm |
re: #414 sattv4u2
ahhh ,, go ahead. Lets call this your right of passage, see what you've got, see if you have an A game!
Okay, here goes...
So ya take your dog sex seriously, huh?
/ / / / / / / / / / / / /
426 | razorbacker Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:48:24pm |
re: #411 AmeriDan
I'm not a well enough established Lizard to run with this quote... so would someone please knock this one out of the park for my sake?
Why You Should Always Empty Your Computer's Trash Bin
Embroiled in a custody dispute with the man and concerned by the criminal nature of such searches, Owen requested that police search the laptop for illegal content, which, in hindsight, might have been a mistake.
While searching the computer, detectives found no evidence of child pornography, but instead found video files containing footage of Owen performing illicit acts with a dog. In case you were wondering, the dog is believed to be a beagle named Toby. Owen has been charged with two felony bestiality counts despite her explaining to police in their official report that the incident was "just something she did while she was drunk and barely remembers it."
Other than that, I got nothing.
427 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:48:30pm |
re: #423 unrealizedviewpoint
Someone should keep a journal of sort (online) of lizards who get BLOCKED.
Included could be a short synopsis of why.
why?...they are gone
428 | yochanan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:48:53pm |
re: #327 Piglet-U93
Way OT and totally unecessary.
Is the new dog's name Barack Obama or BO or Bo?
Like I really need to know, not!
by any name it still smells.
429 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:48:53pm |
re: #418 doppelganglander
I wasn't there, and by the time I saw the thread his comments had been deleted, but it appeared to involve criticism that Charles somehow hadn't done enough to help McCain get elected.
That makes sense. It's Charles' fault.
/
430 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:48:54pm |
re: #423 unrealizedviewpoint
Someone should keep a journal of sort (online) of lizards who get BLOCKED.
Included could be a short synopsis of why.
Didn't engage brain before typing!
fits em all!
431 | Empire1 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:49:24pm |
re: #421 sattv4u2
I "give the business" to fellow lizards all the time!
oh ,, wait ,,,,,, you mean buy sumfin from one ,, nevahmind!
THPTTTTT!
432 | solomonpanting Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:49:40pm |
re: #409 razorbacker
I've been looking for Sex everywhere, calling for Sex at the top of my lungs, I've offered rewards for the return of Sex but so far, no Sex.
Forget the dog. Keep yelling and the only thing you'll get is a hoarse.
433 | Tamron Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:50:04pm |
re: #410 Jimmah
Rolling On The Floor Laughing Till I Kicked The Cat........
(ROTFLTIKTC)
Did you get the appreciative look on ol' Rover's face, when that buck mounted him....
.
434 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:50:15pm |
435 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:50:15pm |
re: #418 doppelganglander
I wasn't there, and by the time I saw the thread his comments had been deleted, but it appeared to involve criticism that Charles somehow hadn't done enough to help McCain get elected.
CHARLES ,, why didn;t you rig the election for Mccain. you're so good with puters and stuff
Also , why didn't you cast like 10 million votes!
436 | razorbacker Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:50:19pm |
re: #416 Tamron
--So what does a dog have to do with it?
.
I like to be watched, but don't want anybody talking about it.
437 | doppelganglander Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:50:23pm |
re: #423 unrealizedviewpoint
Someone should keep a journal of sort (online) of lizards who get BLOCKED.
Included could be a short synopsis of why.
I usually find out about it days or weeks later. It makes me sad when someone who's been a member of the community goes rogue or says something crazy. I wonder whether they were just drunk, or angry, and said something out of character, or if they were really nuts all along and I just never realized it.
438 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:50:54pm |
re: #415 Empire1
Is there such a thing as a Lizard trading post or equivalent? I'm looking for a Mah Jongg set. Granted, I can find plenty of new ones on line and maybe in local stores, but I'd rather give my business to a fellow Lizard if possible.
I have a CD I can sell you!
439 | avanti Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:51:03pm |
re: #286 DistantThunder
That's but one spin on the order to do what ever was needed to secure the safe release of the captain. I agree he did not order the snipers to fire, just gave the military a blank check to do what it felt was best.
As successful as the mission was today, I can only imagine what some would say if it had failed. Suck it up guys, this is one issue, for one day, BHO might not have screwed up by just letting the Navy do the job.
440 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:51:35pm |
re: #427 albusteve
why?...they are gone
# of reasons:
1) as example for hatchlings maybe
2) maybe to link to when referencing a lizard no longer amongst us.
3) cause it could be fun...
441 | pre-Boomer Marine brat Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:51:38pm |
Google News strikes (out) again!
I don't use Google News much anymore, but happened to click to the home page when getting on-line just now, wanting a quick update on the latest regarding Capt. Phillips' rescue.
It wasn't on the Google News home page, and I got curious.
The general topic was #7 under World News, and THESE were the 3 lead articles which the Google staff had picked:
Somali Piracy - An Overstated Threat?
American held hostage by Somali pirates fails in escape bid (a UK Guardian article from Friday)
Critics say US should attack Somali pirates' land bases
*spit*
443 | JacksonTn Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:53:01pm |
re: #439 avanti
That's but one spin on the order to do what ever was needed to secure the safe release of the captain. I agree he did not order the snipers to fire, just gave the military a blank check to do what it felt was best.
As successful as the mission was today, I can only imagine what some would say if it had failed. Suck it up guys, this is one issue, for one day, BHO might not have screwed up by just letting the Navy do the job.
suck it up? ... did you say suck it up? ... ha ha ha ... you suck ...
444 | Pigtown Water Dog Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:53:07pm |
re: #342 sattv4u2
I knew a Brasilian family once where all the kids and the housekeeper(!) had the father's initials.
445 | Aye Pod Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:53:19pm |
re: #433 Tamron
Rolling On The Floor Laughing Till I Kicked The Cat........
(ROTFLTIKTC)Did you get the appreciative look on ol' Rover's face, when that buck mounted him....
.
LOL That's what I like so much about that picture.
446 | capitalist piglet Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:53:34pm |
re: #426 razorbacker
Other than that, I got nothing.
Don't sell yourself short. That was more than enough.
447 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:53:41pm |
re: #440 unrealizedviewpoint
# of reasons:
1) as example for hatchlings maybe
2) maybe to link to when referencing a lizard no longer amongst us.
3) cause it could be fun...
new posters don't need examples...the rules are clear...a morbid curiosity about deleted posters turns me off and I see no fun in it...imo
448 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:53:55pm |
re: #437 doppelganglander
I usually find out about it days or weeks later. It makes me sad when someone who's been a member of the community goes rogue or says something crazy. I wonder whether they were just drunk, or angry, and said something out of character, or if they were really nuts all along and I just never realized it.
True selves often emerge under stress (or was that booze?).
449 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:54:21pm |
re: #442 Iron Fist
I thought that
gentelmen prefer blondesMohammedans prefer goats...
What happens in the barn... stays in the barn.
450 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:55:27pm |
re: #441 pre-Boomer Marine brat
Google News strikes (out) again!
I don't use Google News much anymore, but happened to click to the home page when getting on-line just now, wanting a quick update on the latest regarding Capt. Phillips' rescue.
It wasn't on the Google News home page, and I got curious.
The general topic was #7 under World News, and THESE were the 3 lead articles which the Google staff had picked:
Somali Piracy - An Overstated Threat?
American held hostage by Somali pirates fails in escape bid (a UK Guardian article from Friday)
Critics say US should attack Somali pirates' land bases
*spit*
I noticed the same thing earlier (stated up above somewhere). It is like they pulled ALL the stories from the last day and a half. Weird.
451 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:56:02pm |
re: #444 Pigtown Water Dog
I knew a Brasilian family once where all the kids and the housekeeper(!) had the father's initials.
hell ,, George Foreman has 5 sons ,, ALL named "GEORGE"
He has joked that naming all five of his sons George was because: "In this career, you have to prepare for long term brain damage."
452 | doppelganglander Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:56:27pm |
re: #448 unrealizedviewpoint
True selves often emerge under stress (or was that booze?).
As I said, I wasn't there in this particular case, although I've witnessed a couple of flameouts. I'd rather forget the whole thing because it was just sad.
454 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:56:56pm |
re: #439 avanti
I thought the US Navy made Obama look pretty damn good today..
This is a 3am learning experience for the POTUS..As long as he trusts our military to do the right thing..Everything will be ok..
/It's always nice to have total stud SEALS you can call for a mission...
455 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:57:20pm |
re: #453 buzzsawmonkey
Five boys, and how many grills?
enough that the 5 boys will never have to work a day in their lives;' i'll bet
456 | Wilderstad Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:57:30pm |
re: #413 grumpy old codger
Grumpy, if you're still around, drop me a line please. Click on my name.
457 | pre-Boomer Marine brat Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:57:50pm |
re: #450 Wishing
I noticed the same thing earlier (stated up above somewhere). It is like they pulled ALL the stories from the last day and a half. Weird.
It's not wierd. It's Google News. Study their "coverage". The staff has cute ways of picking things.
If a subject is politicized, or polarized, don't count on Google News as your only source.
458 | JacksonTn Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:58:00pm |
re: #454 HoosierHoops
I thought the US Navy made Obama look pretty damn good today..
This is a 3am learning experience for the POTUS..As long as he trusts our military to do the right thing..Everything will be ok..
/It's always nice to have total stud SEALS you can call for a mission...
yes ... he needs to just get out of the way and let the real men do their jobs ... SEALS and all military ROCK ...
459 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:58:26pm |
re: #454 HoosierHoops
I thought the US Navy made Obama look pretty damn good today..
This is a 3am learning experience for the POTUS..As long as he trusts our military to do the right thing..Everything will be ok..
/It's always nice to have total stud SEALS you can call for a mission...
Love the new avatar!
460 | Empire1 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:58:34pm |
re: #438 Wishing
I have a CD I can sell you!
Real Mah-Jongg (not tile-matching)? What version (American, Chinese Official, one of the 40-some others)? And how much?
461 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:59:38pm |
re: #460 Empire1
Real Mah-Jongg (not tile-matching)? What version (American, Chinese Official, one of the 40-some others)? And how much?
Oh I thought you wanted the real tiles? You just one you can load on your PC? Heck if I can find it, I will just send it to you!
462 | Catttt Sun, Apr 12, 2009 4:59:54pm |
re: #60 Killgore Trout
As the old song says, I never go there any more. I thank you for the report and take your word for it.
463 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:00:32pm |
re: #460 Empire1
I think I misunderstood. I only have the tile-matching kind.
My apologies!
464 | Empire1 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:01:06pm |
re: #439 avanti
...
this is one issue, for one day, BHO might not have screwed up by just letting the Navy do the job.
Credit where it's due. You are quite correct. Upding.
466 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:01:41pm |
re: #463 Wishing
I think I misunderstood. I only have the tile-matching kind.
My apologies!
You people floor me.
468 | David Simon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:01:54pm |
re: #454 HoosierHoops
I thought the US Navy made Obama look pretty damn good today..
This is a 3am learning experience for the POTUS..As long as he trusts our military to do the right thing..Everything will be ok..
/It's always nice to have total stud SEALS you can call for a mission...
Big upding. That was one of the worst mistakes Bush made. You need to listen to what your seasoned commanders have to say - and trust them to do the right thing.
469 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:02:18pm |
re: #465 taxfreekiller
CBS at a gun show in Va. this should be good.!
No, I don't think it will be good, in the long run.
They will twist it, turn it into the Scourge of Our Day or something.
470 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:02:18pm |
re: #452 doppelganglander
As I said, I wasn't there in this particular case, although I've witnessed a couple of flameouts. I'd rather forget the whole thing because it was just sad.
exactly...a few months ago I got into it with a long time poster who argued over and over and got more radical each post but I would not budge and he got really pissed...I stayed my ground and somehow because his intellect was greater than mine he freaked....he went to the next thread and was promptly banned...I always felt real bad about that because I should have let it go when he accelerated into real anger, but I didnt and I feel guilty because sometimes it's better just to let it go than be right....jus sayin
471 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:02:30pm |
472 | solomonpanting Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:02:53pm |
473 | quickjustice Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:03:09pm |
Hurrah for the U.S. Navy, which Obama has not yet debilitated. I don't think presidential authorization was necessary for this specific rescue, but the Navy was smart to give the President credit for it nonetheless.
Thanks to Bill Clinton (remember "Black Hawk Down", which occurred on his watch?), Somalia remains a cesspool of warlords and piracy. Clinton left the region for a successor to clean up. Does anyone think Obama is up to the task?
Thanks to Jimmy Carter, Iran is about to develop a nuclear weapon controlled by Islamic extremists. Does anyone think Obama and his Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton, are up to the task?
474 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:03:39pm |
re: #459 Wishing
Love the new avatar!
Thank you and kind regards..Our kid runs with a pretty rough group of guys..
Hero's all of them..
475 | oldscouter Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:03:57pm |
I am a bit late joining.
Has anyone mentioned that the destroyer USS Bainbridge is named after Commodore William Bainbridge? He was in command of one of the warships sent by President Jefferson to deal with the Barbery pirates. Karma?
477 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:04:36pm |
re: #468 David Simon
Big upding. That was one of the worst mistakes Bush made. You need to listen to what your seasoned commanders have to say - and trust them to do the right thing.
Please don't sell President Bush short. This was no 3am call or another 911.
478 | avanti Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:04:38pm |
re: #454 HoosierHoops
I thought the US Navy made Obama look pretty damn good today..
This is a 3am learning experience for the POTUS..As long as he trusts our military to do the right thing..Everything will be ok..
/It's always nice to have total stud SEALS you can call for a mission...
I agree, all the POTUS had to do was trust the military, and he did. BTW, not surprisingly,I admit the press is already a bit over the top in praising BHO.
479 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:05:15pm |
re: #475 oldscouter
I am a bit late joining.
Has anyone mentioned that the destroyer USS Bainbridge is named after Commodore William Bainbridge? He was in command of one of the warships sent by President Jefferson to deal with the Barbery pirates. Karma?
The snipers who "plugged the thugs" shot from her bridge.
Karma, indeed.
481 | Empire1 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:05:48pm |
re: #463 Wishing
I think I misunderstood. I only have the tile-matching kind.
My apologies!
None necessary. All too many people think the tile-matching game is real Mah-Jongg, but the real thing is a 4-person game somewhat similar to rummy. I'm looking for an inexpensive computer version of the American-style game.
I've got one of the best tile-matching ones, which is excellent for learning to recognize the tiles, but not too spiffy for anything else. ::sigh::
482 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:06:09pm |
re: #475 oldscouter
I am a bit late joining.
Has anyone mentioned that the destroyer USS Bainbridge is named after Commodore William Bainbridge? He was in command of one of the warships sent by President Jefferson to deal with the Barbery pirates. Karma?
Coincidence? I doubt.
483 | Tamron Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:06:11pm |
re: #447 albusteve
new posters don't need examples...the rules are clear...a morbid curiosity about deleted posters turns me off and I see no fun in it...imo
Almost as thrilling as dumpster-diving in a dumpster full of dirty diapers?
.
484 | Gus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:06:15pm |
Uh oh. The Somali pirates vow revenge!
I'm scared!
We have awoken a sleeping midget.
A very tiny primal midget.
///
485 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:06:19pm |
486 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:06:31pm |
re: #473 quickjustice
Hurrah for the U.S. Navy, which Obama has not yet debilitated. I don't think presidential authorization was necessary for this specific rescue, but the Navy was smart to give the President credit for it nonetheless.
Thanks to Bill Clinton (remember "Black Hawk Down", which occurred on his watch?), Somalia remains a cesspool of warlords and piracy. Clinton left the region for a successor to clean up. Does anyone think Obama is up to the task?
Thanks to Jimmy Carter, Iran is about to develop a nuclear weapon controlled by Islamic extremists. Does anyone think Obama and his Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton, are up to the task?
Clinton only continued Bush1's humanitarian scheme...BHD is on him tho...he over reached, but there was no nation building premise to it
487 | Catttt Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:06:50pm |
Reposting a quote: Credit where credit is due, and President Obama did the right thing.
Vice Admiral Bill Gortney, the US Naval Forces Central Command chief, said there had been "standing orders" from President Barack Obama "to go ahead and take decisive action" if Phillips "was at risk and we determined that he was under imminent danger."Our authorities came directly from the president," he added, noting that US Navy SEALs were involved in the rescue but that he was unsure which snipers took the shots that killed the three pirates.
"The on-scene commander thought that the captain was in imminent danger and then made that decision, and he had the authority to make that decision and he had seconds to make that decision," sait Gortney, speaking in a videoconference from the US Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain.
Source - one of 15,000 or so stories in Google news right now.
Now, President Obama, any update on cutting the Navy budget?
489 | quickjustice Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:07:01pm |
re: #402 MandyManners
In West Hartford, Connecticut, Mark Twain lived next door to a legendary preacher and his devout sister. Twain had twelve cats, and deliberately named them after demons to annoy the neighbors. The preacher and his sister would be sitting in their their garden at dusk, and Twain would say to his little girls, "Call in the cats, girls."
Twain's daughters would begin: "Here Beezlebub. Come into the house! Here Satan, come into the house!" You get the drift.
490 | doppelganglander Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:07:12pm |
re: #470 albusteve
exactly...a few months ago I got into it with a long time poster who argued over and over and got more radical each post but I would not budge and he got really pissed...I stayed my ground and somehow because his intellect was greater than mine he freaked....he went to the next thread and was promptly banned...I always felt real bad about that because I should have let it go when he accelerated into real anger, but I didnt and I feel guilty because sometimes it's better just to let it go than be right....jus sayin
He could have walked away too. I don't know who you're talking about, but I suspect, if he was in that kind of mood and didn't have the self-control to let it go, he was just a banning waiting to happen.
491 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:07:34pm |
492 | Aye Pod Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:07:46pm |
re: #470 albusteve
If it happened as you described then no way is that your fault.
493 | David Simon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:08:29pm |
Ah, Sixty Minutes is doing yet another hit piece on guns. If I understand their position correctly, a would-be mass murderer is going to be deterred by laws proscribing the sale of guns. Hookay.
494 | Silhouette Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:08:38pm |
re: #484 Gus 802
Uh oh. The Somali pirates vow revenge!
Gee, they might start attacking and stealing ships.
(Sounds like someone is trying to play the discredited "fighting back only creates more terrorists" line)
495 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:08:40pm |
re: #489 quickjustice
In West Hartford, Connecticut, Mark Twain lived next door to a legendary preacher and his devout sister. Twain had twelve cats, and deliberately named them after demons to annoy the neighbors. The preacher and his sister would be sitting in their their garden at dusk, and Twain would say to his little girls, "Call in the cats, girls."
Twain's daughters would begin: "Here Beezlebub. Come into the house! Here Satan, come into the house!" You get the drift.
Mark Twain, another American Hero!
496 | Empire1 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:09:09pm |
re: #461 Wishing
Oh I thought you wanted the real tiles? You just one you can load on your PC? Heck if I can find it, I will just send it to you!
Looking for the real tiles, too!
498 | Tamron Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:09:54pm |
re: #454 HoosierHoops
I thought the US Navy made Obama look pretty damn good today..
This is a 3am learning experience for the POTUS..As long as he trusts our military to do the right thing..Everything will be ok..
/It's always nice to have total stud SEALS you can call for a mission...
Dream come true: Having a former SEAL sitting in the Oval Office.
.
499 | avanti Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:10:21pm |
re: #488 buzzsawmonkey
Fixed that for you.
The press would praise Obama to the skies if he demonstrated facility in wiping himself.
If you think I'm going to try and contend the press is not largely liberal, you'd be mistaken.
500 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:10:24pm |
501 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:10:38pm |
re: #492 Jimmah
If it happened as you described then no way is that your fault.
I could have walked away....but he went after Charles pretty good, he was really juiced at that point
502 | screaming_eagle Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:10:39pm |
60 minutes is doing a hit piece on the NRA,and discussing a new gun ban.
503 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:10:43pm |
So CBS and 60 minutes are doing hit pieces on guns tonight? Interesting, since very accurate guns JUST SAVED AN AMERICAN LIFE!
MSM bozos
504 | Gus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:11:00pm |
re: #494 Silhouette
Gee, they might start attacking and stealing ships.
(Sounds like someone is trying to play the discredited "fighting back only creates more terrorists" line)
Yep. That's what I gathered from one of the questions during the presser with Adm. Gortney. "Will this lead to expanded violence?" Something to that effect. The NPR douche-throttle seemed like he was asking questions to see if they could have avoided shooting the sea vermin.
506 | Killgore Trout Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:11:18pm |
re: #462 Catttt
I just took another look at the comments on that thread. She has a lot of people talking about revolution and even a BNP supporter.
507 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:11:37pm |
508 | screaming_eagle Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:11:48pm |
re: #465 taxfreekiller
CBS at a gun show in Va. this should be good.!
Did you see the show ABC did last night?
509 | quickjustice Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:11:55pm |
re: #475 oldscouter
Bainbridge was in command of the U.S.S. Philadelphia, a wooden frigate he ran aground while in pursuit of the Barbary Pirates. The pirates captured him. Stephen Decatur (IIRC) successfully led a party to burn the Philadelphia to prevent its use by the pirates.
Bainbridge later was released. A U.S. Navy hero nonetheless.
510 | razorbacker Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:12:00pm |
TFK's #480 directed at Avanti made me LOL. Out loud, as Monk would say.
Ol' taxfreekiller's not the fool that many take him for.
And now I bid you all goodnight.
511 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:12:13pm |
re: #478 avanti
I agree, all the POTUS had to do was trust the military, and he did. BTW, not surprisingly,I admit the press is already a bit over the top in praising BHO.
Obama also handled himself well..
Props Mr. President..
Can you imagine how bad this would have been with Carter as POTUS?
It would have been ugly..what a smuck
512 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:12:47pm |
re: #487 Catttt
Reposting a quote: Credit where credit is due, and President Obama did the right thing.
Source - one of 15,000 or so stories in Google news right now.
Now, President Obama, any update on cutting the Navy budget?
I read here that his budget has an increase for SpecOps.
513 | Aye Pod Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:12:57pm |
514 | Gus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:13:03pm |
re: #507 AmeriDan
Are you trying to paint me into a corner?
I'm going to try and insulate myself from the puns.
515 | David Simon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:13:12pm |
re: #477 AmeriDan
Please don't sell President Bush short. This was no 3am call or another 911.
I'm not sure what you're on about. There are lessons to be learned from the mistakes that were made. Acknowleding those mistakes doesn't amount to Bush-bashing.
516 | oldscouter Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:13:20pm |
Just checked my ammo catalogue.
If the Navy SEALS used their .308 rifles, it cost about $3.89 to take out the 3 bad guys. If they had to use the .50 Barrett, it cost us about $12.50. Seems a reasonable expense. Cost effective to the max.
517 | avanti Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:13:39pm |
re: #505 buzzsawmonkey
I'm not asking you to contend anything. I merely made a statement.
I know, but I'm a leftie, so I'm supposed to try and convince you the press is fair. :)
519 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:13:39pm |
re: #506 Killgore Trout
I just took another look at the comments on that thread. She has a lot of people talking about revolution and even a BNP supporter.
Just curious, but why do you even bother going 'there"? I used to, but when it got to the point where I had to sandblast myself everytime just to try to feel clean, I quit!
520 | Aviator Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:14:19pm |
521 | DistantThunder Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:14:29pm |
We had a nice chat with our friend's son today. He just returned from a long stint on a freighter with the merchant marines. He said the only thing they have on ships to defend themselves are fire hoses.
522 | JacksonTn Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:14:38pm |
re: #517 avanti
I know, but I'm a leftie, so I'm supposed to try and convince you the press is fair. :)
you need to work harder ... because you have not convinced me one bit ...
523 | UncleRancher Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:14:57pm |
re: #393 unrealizedviewpoint
How does the dog know his name is stupid?
Well, say whenever you call the dog you say "Hey, Really Stupid, your food is ready", or "Catch the ball, Really Stupid", pretty soon the dog figures it out.
524 | Catttt Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:15:10pm |
re: #512 MandyManners
I read here that his budget has an increase for SpecOps.
Cool beans.
You're reading the budget? I expect a bulleted report - two page max. :D
525 | Sheila Broflovski Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:15:35pm |
ZOMG! Killing pirates could escalate violence.
So can paying ransoms, you media douches.
/would I be a meanyhead to hope a Reuters or AP media whore gets kidnapped by pirates?re: #517 avanti
I know, but I'm a leftie, so I'm supposed to try and convince you the press is fair. :)
When did
526 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:15:45pm |
re: #517 avanti
I know, but I'm a leftie, so I'm supposed to try and convince you the press is fair. :)
why don't you just recognize the truth?....because you don't see it?
527 | Piglet-U93 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:15:52pm |
re: #496 Empire1
Looking for the real tiles, too!
dogpile nine dragons commercial site real Hong Kong Mahjong - 4 player.
528 | David Simon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:16:35pm |
re: #503 Wishing
So CBS and 60 minutes are doing hit pieces on guns tonight? Interesting, since very accurate guns JUST SAVED AN AMERICAN LIFE!
MSM bozos
lol, that puts it in perspective rather nicely.
531 | Empire1 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:17:27pm |
re: #527 Piglet-U93
dogpile nine dragons commercial site real Hong Kong Mahjong - 4 player.
Thank you -- I shall Clusty them! {G}
532 | quickjustice Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:17:44pm |
re: #486 albusteve
Fair point. I think Bush ordered the military in to deliver food. The warlords started stealing it, and our guys ended up overextended in a shooting war. Clinton's bug out from Somalia was specifically cited by Bin Laden as proof that the Americans had lost their nerve, and couldn't take casualties.
533 | Gus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:17:51pm |
re: #525 Alouette
ZOMG! Killing pirates could escalate violence.
So can paying ransoms, you media douches.
/would I be a meanyhead to hope a Reuters or AP media whore gets kidnapped by pirates?
When did
I propose a security detail for each vessel and along with that more violence in the form of more dead Somali pirates.
534 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:19:32pm |
re: #532 quickjustice
Fair point. I think Bush ordered the military in to deliver food. The warlords started stealing it, and our guys ended up overextended in a shooting war. Clinton's bug out from Somalia was specifically cited by Bin Laden as proof that the Americans had lost their nerve, and couldn't take casualties.
yes...OTOH US forces were lucky to get out with their lives....it was much too little, way too late...funny how that works
535 | oldscouter Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:19:58pm |
I wonder how long it will take the White House to issue a statement regretting the loss of life in the rescue? Would fit nicely with the Apologize For America Tour.
536 | rawmuse Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:19:59pm |
re: #530 taxfreekiller
how that gun control working near Somalia , CBS, ABC, Loon Democrats?
How is gun control working out in Juarez? (open warfare)
How is the lack of it working out just across the river in Texas? (nice and peaceful)
a stark comparison.
537 | avanti Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:20:02pm |
re: #511 HoosierHoops
Obama also handled himself well..
Props Mr. President..
Can you imagine how bad this would have been with Carter as POTUS?
It would have been ugly..what a smuck
To be honest, I only hoped that he'd trust the military, and let them run the show. The last thing we'd need is a POTUS with no military experience micro managing our military. The fact that he got through this one, gives me hope that he'll trust them again if needed.
538 | Killian Bundy Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:20:19pm |
Saudi judge refuses to annul 8-year-old's marriage
A Saudi judge has refused for a second time to annul a marriage between an 8-year-old girl and a 47-year-old man, a relative of the girl told CNN.
The most recent ruling, in which the judge upheld his original verdict, was handed down Saturday in the Saudi city of Onaiza, where late last year the same judge rejected a petition from the girl's mother, who was seeking a divorce for her daughter.
The relative said the judge, Sheikh Habib Al-Habib, "stuck by his earlier verdict and insisted that the girl could petition the court for a divorce once she reached puberty." The family member, who requested anonymity, added that the mother will continue to pursue a divorce for her daughter.
/not that there's anything wrong with that
539 | UncleRancher Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:20:32pm |
I just saw the news. It's very satisfying to see our boys inflicted severe casualty upon the lowlife pirates this afternoon and rescued Captain Phillips. Very satisfying indeed.
540 | Killgore Trout Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:20:54pm |
re: #519 sattv4u2
I check her pretty much daily to see what crazy shit she comes up with. I think it's interesting.
541 | Aye Pod Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:21:08pm |
re: #518 taxfreekiller
if you awake and Ron Paul is sitting by your bed side, your in one of Kilgores reoccurring nightmares, pinch him wake him up.
Or you're in TFK's bed following a particularly heady tea party.
542 | Gus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:21:46pm |
re: #535 oldscouter
I wonder how long it will take the White House to issue a statement regretting the loss of life in the rescue? Would fit nicely with the Apologize For America Tour.
The pirates in this video were all shot to death as humanely as possible.
//
543 | avanti Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:22:06pm |
re: #526 albusteve
why don't you just recognize the truth?....because you don't see it?
The truth is the press is mostly lefties, if you have a different opinion, I'm open to discussion.
544 | Aye Pod Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:22:23pm |
Most Britons 'believe in heaven'
[Link: news.bbc.co.uk...]
The majority of Britons believe in heaven and life after death, new research suggests.
The survey of 2,060 people showed 55% believe in heaven, while 53% believe in life after death and 70% believe in the human soul.
The study was carried out between October and November last year for the public theology think tank Theos.
546 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:22:39pm |
re: #515 David Simon
I'm not sure what you're on about. There are lessons to be learned from the mistakes that were made. Acknowleding those mistakes doesn't amount to Bush-bashing.
I'm not accusing you of Bush-bashing... But...
That was one of the worst mistakes Bush made. You need to listen to what your seasoned commanders have to say - and trust them to do the right thing.
President Bush was not tone death to his seasoned commanders. Mr. Bush's foreign policy, IMHO, was light years ahead of Obama's thus far.
547 | Sheila Broflovski Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:22:56pm |
re: #517 avanti
I know, but I'm a leftie, so I'm supposed to try and convince you the press is fair. :)
When did you ever convince anyone on this blog of anything, except that you're a complete douche?
(part of this post got eated by my previous post)
548 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:23:02pm |
re: #540 Killgore Trout
I check her pretty much daily to see what crazy shit she comes up with. I think it's interesting.
Understood. Now about your penchant to share the "crazy shit" !?!?!?!?!
549 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:23:03pm |
re: #543 avanti
The truth is the press is mostly lefties, if you have a different opinion, I'm open to discussion.
then why did you say it's your duty to convince me otherwise?
550 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:23:31pm |
I'm pissed at Winston the dog tonight..
not waterboarding pissed or anything..
Since I got Winston I've tried to teach him to sit up and take a treat...He just blows me off..The other day a buddy of mine stopped by and Winston sat up perfecting straight at attention..He acted like Patton might slap the shit of him if he moved..I'm devastated..
551 | David Simon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:23:49pm |
I haven't smoked marijuana or done blow in over twenty years. Yet with a couple of phone calls or a thirty minute drive, I could score either. Maybe Sixty Minutes' producers think more marijuana and cocaine laws would rectify that.
552 | Slumbering Behemoth Stinks Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:23:55pm |
So your shipping/receiving venture goes belly up. Now you've got a warehouse full of pallets and a ton of free time.
553 | quickjustice Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:24:12pm |
Isn't Bob Kerrey, now President of the New School in NYC, a former decorated Navy Seal severely wounded in Nam?
554 | Aviator Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:24:34pm |
re: #550 HoosierHoops
I'm pissed at Winston the dog tonight..
not waterboarding pissed or anything..
Since I got Winston I've tried to teach him to sit up and take a treat...He just blows me off..The other day a buddy of mine stopped by and Winston sat up perfecting straight at attention..He acted like Patton might slap the shit of him if he moved..I'm devastated..
Just means you are his bitch. :)
555 | Tamron Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:24:56pm |
re: #504 Gus 802
Yep. That's what I gathered from one of the questions during the presser with Adm. Gortney. "Will this lead to expanded violence?" Something to that effect. The NPR douche-throttle seemed like he was asking questions to see if they could have avoided shooting the sea vermin.
It might be time to deploy a few high-speed CHARC attack boats...
The CHARC: Covert High-speed Attack and Reconnaissance Craft
The CHARC is designed to provide a lethal response for some of the emerging littoral threats facing large Navy vessels including suicide speedboats packed with explosives, small high-speed boat "swarm attacks" and diesel-electric submarines. With similar offensive capabilities to that of an AH-1W Super Cobra helicopter crammed onto a high-speed surface platform, the CHARC is small, fast and stealthy and can attack on a moment's notice using an array of Hellfire missiles, 20-millimeter guns, 40-millimeter grenade launchers and torpedoes. Like the AH-1W Super Cobra, a crew of two control the craft from a forward cockpit.
Lockheed Martin's proposed CHARC is a Small Waterplane Area Twin Hull (SWATH) design that offers extreme stability, even in high sea states. Like its namesake (the CHARC is pronounced "shark"), it has plenty of bite, being armed to the teeth. Indeed, it has many strengths and helicopter-like characteristics in its design and weapons assortment but differs from a helicopter in three important ways:
1 - it floats, thus enabling it to remain in an area for a long time,
2 - it has a very low signature so it's difficult to detect, track or shoot with most weapons
3 - it travels at extremely high speed on, rather than above the water.Accordingly, it is able to loiter, patrol and attack in shallow littoral waters and it has the ability to sit low in the water for long periods and then "pop-up and dash" to suspected threats when speed is needed, with a top speed of 60 knots.
Wouldn't that make a pirate poop his britches?
.
556 | OldLineTexan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:25:00pm |
re: #551 David Simon
I haven't smoked marijuana or done blow in over twenty years. Yet with a couple of phone calls or a thirty minute drive, I could score either. Maybe Sixty Minutes' producers think more marijuana and cocaine laws would rectify that.
Then we can go out with ABC's producers and score some $50 9mm semiauto pistols fron seventh graders.
/
557 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:25:01pm |
re: #548 sattv4u2
Understood. Now about your penchant to share the "crazy shit" !?!?!?!?!
you post whatever you want don't you?
559 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:25:27pm |
re: #514 Gus 802
I'm going to try and insulate myself from the puns.
Asbestos I know, that is a good idea.
560 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:25:42pm |
re: #538 Killian Bundy
The relative said the judge, Sheikh Habib Al-Habib, "stuck by his earlier verdict and insisted that the girl could petition the court for a divorce once she reached puberty."
We're all quite familiar as to how often divorces are granted to petitioning women in Mohammadland.
*spit*
561 | Gus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:26:24pm |
563 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:27:40pm |
re: #557 albusteve
you post whatever you want don't you?
yes, But mostly my personal thoughts on a subject. If I link to something it's to buttress my 'opinion".
I don;t bring up someone that Charles has disdain for on a daily (hourly?) basis
Can you see the difference?
564 | Catttt Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:28:01pm |
re: #506 Killgore Trout
I just took another look at the comments on that thread. She has a lot of people talking about revolution and even a BNP supporter.
She's a crazy skank - and that's the God's honest truth.
565 | Gus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:28:15pm |
re: #555 Tamron
Wouldn't that make a pirate poop his britches?
.
Interesting concepts. But yes, small fast sea-worthy boats is what's needed.
566 | Slumbering Behemoth Stinks Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:29:08pm |
re: #551 David Simon
Wait a minute. You mean to tell me that you used to smoke pot, but you haven't in over twenty years?
I thought that stuff was supposed to make you a lazy, hopeless "addict for life", without any kind of future.
Someone's been lying to me.
///
567 | avanti Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:29:17pm |
re: #549 albusteve
then why did you say it's your duty to convince me otherwise?
You'll have to go back and read the entire threat, but I'll give you a Readers Digest summation.
Poster says the MSM is lefties.
I say don't look for me to defend it.
Poster says "wasn't asking, just commenting"
I say "I know, but I'm a lefties and am supposed to defend the MSM. (which I don't)
568 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:30:16pm |
re: #563 sattv4u2
yes, But mostly my personal thoughts on a subject. If I link to something it's to buttress my 'opinion".
I don;t bring up someone that Charles has disdain for on a daily (hourly?) basis
Can you see the difference?
your difference has no merit....and Charles can take care of himself...nobody has to justify what they post
569 | Killgore Trout Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:30:21pm |
Drudge....
TREASURY TELLS GM TO PREP FOR POSSIBLE BANKRUPTCY... DEVELOPING...
No link yet.
570 | The Rebel Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:30:48pm |
Before the MSM gets all gushy over Obama in this release of the hostage, they should investigate why Obama and his operatives staged that sham photo op in Iraq with the "cheering" troops. The truth is out:
[Link: www.redstate.com...]
572 | quickjustice Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:31:30pm |
re: #555 Tamron
What are the current rules of engagement with respect to suspicious speedboats loitering in the vicinity of a U.S. Navy vessel, or a swarm of suspicious Iranian speedboats in an area like the Straits of Hormuz? Remember the British sailors taken hostage by the Iranians? The Royal Navy got a black eye over that one!
573 | Gus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:31:44pm |
re: #571 buzzsawmonkey
Skanks for the memories
Of reading "Atlas Shrugs"
Before she found the drugs
And started posting items whose content was simply bugs
How lovely it was...
Ay, better watch out! She might send some used car salesmen after you.
574 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:32:24pm |
re: #558 oldscouter
Dogs have owners. Cats have staff.
Winston is so fun to play with..I chase him around the backyard..And his eyes are just as bright as a 100 watt lightbulb and he really smiles..It is cute as hell...He'll slow down..egg you on to catch him then speed up and run circles around you...It's a lot of fun..He is sleeping now exhausted...
575 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:33:10pm |
re: #569 Killgore Trout
Drudge....
No link yet.
Wish they had told them BEFORE GM got all that money!
576 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:33:28pm |
re: #561 Gus 802
That might have them sheathing with anger!
You made me laugh so hard that I split my aluminum siding.
577 | quickjustice Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:33:44pm |
re: #569 Killgore Trout
GM should have filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy before the initial bailout. Now the U.S. government is dictating business strategy to a formerly "private" corporation, and all to protect the labor union contracts that took GM down in the first place. This is astonishing.
578 | Cygnus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:34:08pm |
re: #11 midwestgak
Hello Lizards,
Just got back from a six day trip to Ohio and back. I never thought that cats could miss me. They both did and are now glued to my sides. One on the left and one one the right.
Is everyone doing okay?
Don't you mean, "Velcroed to my sides"? Your clothes will never be the same again. ;) Welcome back to the Lizard Paddock.
579 | Occasional Reader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:34:14pm |
re: #571 buzzsawmonkey
Skanks for the memories
Of reading "Atlas Shrugs"
Before she found the drugs
And started posting items whose content was simply bugs
How lovely it was...
Given the style of her favorite self-portrait photos, couldn't her theme song also be "Thanks for the Mammaried"?
580 | Occasional Reader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:34:34pm |
re: #579 Occasional Reader
Given the style of her favorite self-portrait photos, couldn't her theme song also be "Thanks for the Mammaried"?
Gah. Mammaries.
(This keyboard sucks)
581 | Gus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:34:44pm |
582 | Catttt Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:34:52pm |
re: #525 Alouette
ZOMG! Killing pirates could escalate violence.
Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaghhhhh! The AP SUCKSSSSSSSSss!
583 | Aye Pod Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:34:56pm |
re: #540 Killgore Trout
I check her pretty much daily to see what crazy shit she comes up with. I think it's interesting.
I look in from time to time for the same reasons. Looking at that thread you highlighted it looks like the BNP are now regarded there as victims of "political correctness gone mad" . Oh yeah, and Oklahoma bomber Timothy McVeigh was a sekrit democrat.
585 | oldscouter Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:35:22pm |
re: #574 HoosierHoops
Winston is so fun to play with..I chase him around the backyard..And his eyes are just as bright as a 100 watt lightbulb and he really smiles..It is cute as hell...He'll slow down..egg you on to catch him then speed up and run circles around you...It's a lot of fun..He is sleeping now exhausted...
I am in taking care of my daughters 11 pound terrier. Never had a small dog before. Her favorite activity is to run down the rabbits that eat my wifes flowers, jump on their backs, grab their neck and shake until they break. So far, Lucy 8, Rabbits 0.
586 | Bloodnok Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:35:38pm |
re: #579 Occasional Reader
Given the style of her favorite self-portrait photos, couldn't her theme song also be "Thanks for the Mammaried"?
Yes, you could say she was attractively built.
588 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:36:05pm |
re: #568 albusteve
nobody has to justify what they post
Yeah ,, nobody here EVER challenges anyone and asks them to!
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589 | quickjustice Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:36:07pm |
re: #579 Occasional Reader
Pamela is eye candy, but has gotten shriller and shriller. She used to post pictures of herself and her family. Is she still married?
591 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:36:54pm |
re: #551 David Simon
I haven't smoked marijuana or done blow in over twenty years. Yet with a couple of phone calls or a thirty minute drive, I could score either. Maybe Sixty Minutes' producers think more marijuana and cocaine laws would rectify that.
Doooooooooooooood. What are you doing tonight?! I'll bring the DingDongs and Basil.
592 | Cygnus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:37:01pm |
593 | Killgore Trout Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:37:04pm |
re: #575 sattv4u2
I was just looking into what a GM bankruptcy would look like.....
GM's Plan For Brief Stay In Bankruptcy Faces Hurdle
GM's leading bankruptcy plan would break the company into two parts: a good GM made up of strong assets, such as Chevrolet and the auto maker's Chinese operations; and a bad GM of underperforming assets and billions of dollars in obligations that essentially would be wound down in bankruptcy court.
Proceeds from the government's eventual sale of equity in the good company in part would go toward paying parties that have leverage over the auto maker. Those include the United Auto Workers union, which is owed tens of billions in health-care payments; and unsecured bondholders, who hold $29 billion in GM debt.
So the stake we bought in GM would be transferred into the "good" company.
594 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:37:08pm |
595 | Wishing Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:37:20pm |
re: #555 Tamron
Wouldn't that make a pirate poop his britches?
.
Now that is one interesting boat! Ride high, ride low, fool em all!
597 | Gus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:38:06pm |
re: #594 AmeriDan
*spew*
/thanks for the support
Strictly out of shear luck but I thought it had some bearing.
599 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:38:19pm |
re: #582 Catttt
Earlier AP report talked about all the guns, warships and sailors vs. 3 pirates with AK's and handguns!
We didn't play fair.
600 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:38:29pm |
re: #593 Killgore Trout
So the stake we bought in GM would be transferred into the "good" company
ahh ,, thanks ,, what could POSSIBLY go wrong then !?!?!?
////
601 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:38:37pm |
re: #588 sattv4u2
nobody has to justify what they post
Yeah ,, nobody here EVER challenges anyone and asks them to!
/////////////////////
Charles posts more about her blog than KT does...so you are challenging him to justify what Charles himself posts?....wtf?....that's pretty convoluted
602 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:38:37pm |
re: #585 oldscouter
I am in taking care of my daughters 11 pound terrier. Never had a small dog before. Her favorite activity is to run down the rabbits that eat my wifes flowers, jump on their backs, grab their neck and shake until they break. So far, Lucy 8, Rabbits 0.
Rabbits? It's Easter!
603 | smokefire Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:39:05pm |
Will the 16 year old pirate be tried as an adult or as a juvenile?
I can hear the left leaning press whining that this poor little boy is an misunderstood person.
604 | oldscouter Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:39:08pm |
re: #599 jcm
Earlier AP report talked about all the guns, warships and sailors vs. 3 pirates with AK's and handguns!
We didn't play fair.
If you find yourself in a fair fight, your tactics suck.
605 | David Simon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:39:13pm |
re: #546 AmeriDan
President Bush was not tone death to his seasoned commanders. Mr. Bush's foreign policy, IMHO, was light years ahead of Obama's thus far.
So, how do you explain his shunning of advice from those commanders to bring the Sunni tribal leaders of Iraq into the fold? He sat back while Bremer issued CPA decrees 1 and 2 which threw the Baath party teachers and technicians onto the unemployment rolls with the hard core Saddamists. Then, he listened to another civilian - Condi Rice - say that we shouldn't interfere in Iraq's elections (nothwithstanding the fact that Iran was spending millions to get its candidates elected). The result? That motherfucker Ibrahim al Jaafari was elected, and the Shia death squads ran rampant. The message to the Sunnis was clear: you have no future in your own country. So they through their lot in with Al Qaeda. We'll never know how many soldiers were killed and maimed because of those fuck ups.
I repeat: It isn't Bush-bashing to acknowledge mistakes.
606 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:39:25pm |
re: #585 oldscouter
I am in taking care of my daughters 11 pound terrier. Never had a small dog before. Her favorite activity is to run down the rabbits that eat my wifes flowers, jump on their backs, grab their neck and shake until they break. So far, Lucy 8, Rabbits 0.
Terrier heaven!
607 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:39:29pm |
re: #599 jcm
Earlier AP report talked about all the guns, warships and sailors vs. 3 pirates with AK's and handguns!
We didn't play fair.
All's fair in love and war.
609 | Tamron Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:39:55pm |
re: #539 UncleRancher
I just saw the news. It's very satisfying to see our boys inflicted severe casualty upon the lowlife pirates this afternoon and rescued Captain Phillips. Very satisfying indeed.
Imagine what Captain Phillips saw:
Sitting there in a lifeboat with one or more loaded weapons aimed at him, not knowing if he was going to live or die, and suddenly "POP! POP! POP!" and he's the only person left alive in the lifeboat, his big problem now being that he needs a warm shower to wash off the crap that used to dwell inside several pirates' skulls.
Bet he breathed a sigh of relief and adjusted to his new surroundings, really fast.
.
611 | Bloodnok Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:39:59pm |
re: #585 oldscouter
I am in taking care of my daughters 11 pound terrier. Never had a small dog before. Her favorite activity is to run down the rabbits that eat my wifes flowers, jump on their backs, grab their neck and shake until they break. So far, Lucy 8, Rabbits 0.
What breed of terrier?
612 | NYCHardhat Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:40:01pm |
re: #603 smokefire
Will the 16 year old pirate be tried as an adult or as a juvenile?
I can hear the left leaning press whining that this poor little boy is an misunderstood person.
Fuck em. Throw him in Gitmo. Oh wait....
613 | JacksonTn Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:40:12pm |
re: #599 jcm
Earlier AP report talked about all the guns, warships and sailors vs. 3 pirates with AK's and handguns!
We didn't play fair.
that is such bullcrap ... what about a couple of guys and some boxcutters on planes ... AP sucks ... I hope they do fear us and we use any means and all the bullets and bombs we have to defend Americans ... I bet that AP reporter would want us to use massive force if it was their family out there on that boat with the pirates ...
614 | smokefire Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:40:26pm |
Captain Phillips [a known rabid Red Sox Fan] will have a date to throw out the first pitch pretty soon at Fenway
615 | Occasional Reader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:40:32pm |
I'm sure this has been discussed, but what the hell. The most disturbing thing to me in Gortney's presser was not the lefty leading questions from the journos, but rather Gortney's characterization of the ROE. No shooting, unless hostage in "imminent danger". Now, either:
1) Those were in fact the ROE that the Obama Admin imposed, and they were the ones followed, in which case a) the rules were criminally stupid, and b) we got very, very lucky that the "imminent danger" moment just happened to coincide with clear shots at all 3 pirates;
2) Those were in fact the ROE imposed, but the Navy personnel on the scene interpreted them loosely, and just took the shots when they could; in which case, it will be interesting to see if there will be any rumors of backlash from Washington to the Navy; or
3) Those were NOT the ROE, the real ROE were "take the shot if you can", in which case, why is Gortney saying otherwise?
616 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:41:02pm |
re: #601 albusteve
Charles posts more about her blog than KT does...so you are challenging him to justify what Charles himself posts?....wtf?....that's pretty convoluted
let me get this straight.
KT and I are having a discussion, which we've both abandoned, which you have now jumped in to,, and I'M convoluted !?!?!
OOOOHHHHH ,,, k
617 | NYCHardhat Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:41:03pm |
re: #614 smokefire
Captain Phillips [a known rabid Red Sox Fan] will have a date to throw out the first pitch pretty soon at Fenway
They should let him hit behind Ortiz.
618 | Occasional Reader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:41:07pm |
re: #589 quickjustice
Pamela is eye candy, but has gotten shriller and shriller. She used to post pictures of herself and her family. Is she still married?
Not a clue.
619 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:41:11pm |
re: #614 smokefire
Captain Phillips [a known rabid Red Sox Fan] will have a date to throw out the first pitch pretty soon at Fenway
Well even this rabid Yankee fan would like to be there for that!
620 | Gus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:41:26pm |
re: #599 jcm
Earlier AP report talked about all the guns, warships and sailors vs. 3 pirates with AK's and handguns!
We didn't play fair.
No fair! Violence begets violence! The cycle of violence continue!
Kumbaya my lord, Kumbaya!
[vomit]
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621 | Bloodnok Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:41:26pm |
re: #610 Catttt
Gravity strikes again.
He used to do surgery
For girls in the eighties
But gravity al-ways wins.
622 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:42:05pm |
re: #604 oldscouter
If you find yourself in a fair fight, your tactics suck.
Oh, yeah!
If you do, Close Air Support better be real close!
623 | OldLineTexan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:42:11pm |
re: #587 Sheepdogess
GO, NAVY, GO!
Easter was pretty good, until I saw the news. Now it's great. I filed my taxes in joyous appreciation. May all my (former) money go to the Navy and Marines.
624 | oldscouter Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:42:18pm |
re: #611 Bloodnok
What breed of terrier?
Silky Terrier. Looks kinda like a Yorkie, but almost double the size. Bred as ratters originally. Now she takes out that breeding on the local rabbits. This kind of small dog is one I have learned to love.
626 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:42:54pm |
Oh, dear. The Kid has been wearing his cape all day, and he just went screaming and flying down three flights of stairs. I let him have massive amounts of sugar two days a year, today and the Saturday following Halloween. He's about to hit the wall and crash.
627 | Bloodnok Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:43:10pm |
re: #624 oldscouter
Silky Terrier. Looks kinda like a Yorkie, but almost double the size. Bred as ratters originally. Now she takes out that breeding on the local rabbits. This kind of small dog is one I have learned to love.
My mother has had a couple of Cairns. Best little dogs on the planet.
628 | avanti Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:43:21pm |
re: #570 The Rebel
Before the MSM gets all gushy over Obama in this release of the hostage, they should investigate why Obama and his operatives staged that sham photo op in Iraq with the "cheering" troops. The truth is out:
[Link: www.redstate.com...]
Oh goodie, "cameragate". Sounds like another one to pass around the conservative blogs.
"According to a sergeant in Iraq " means this is a bullet proof scandal. Odd that BHO could screen all those Obama voters, buy and hand out digital cameras and we only hear from one sergeant in Iraq. Might want the 24 hour rule on this one.
629 | NYCHardhat Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:43:28pm |
re: #626 MandyManners
Oh, dear. The Kid has been wearing his cape all day, and he just went screaming and flying down three flights of stairs. I let him have massive amounts of sugar two days a year, today and the Saturday following Halloween. He's about to hit the wall and crash.
A cape? Batman?
630 | Bloodnok Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:43:30pm |
re: #626 MandyManners
Oh, dear. The Kid has been wearing his cape all day, and he just went screaming and flying down three flights of stairs. I let him have massive amounts of sugar two days a year, today and the Saturday following Halloween. He's about to hit the wall and crash.
Literally.
631 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:43:43pm |
re: #626 MandyManners
Oh, dear. The Kid has been wearing his cape all day, and he just went screaming and flying down three flights of stairs. I let him have massive amounts of sugar two days a year, today and the Saturday following Halloween. He's about to hit the wall and crash.
Give him a couple a shots of Whiskey
632 | mich-again Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:43:50pm |
From the Yahoo lead paragraph..
Capt. Richard Phillips was unharmed, but three of the pirates holding him hostage were slain.
Using the word "but" instead of "and" tells me the writer thought that was a bad thing. And then saying the pirates were "slain"?
Maybe I'm reading too much into it. But sooner or later we're going to hear someone wailing "disproportionate response" when a Super Hornet sinks a raft.
633 | OldLineTexan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:43:52pm |
re: #615 Occasional Reader
cuz teh sea kittehs gotta eet, saem as teh wurmz
634 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:44:04pm |
re: #603 smokefire
Will the 16 year old pirate be tried as an adult or as a juvenile?
I can hear the left leaning press whining that this poor little boy is an misunderstood person.
What's the federal guideline?
635 | hous bin pharteen Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:44:06pm |
re: #9 HoosierHoops
Say what you will. But I got stuck for 5 or 6 years working with a girls that looks remarkable like her. Even the teeth. It was pure torture! ;-)
636 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:44:26pm |
637 | David Simon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:44:27pm |
re: #566 Slumbering Behemoth
Wait a minute. You mean to tell me that you used to smoke pot, but you haven't in over twenty years?
I thought that stuff was supposed to make you a lazy, hopeless "addict for life", without any kind of future.
Someone's been lying to me.
///
lol. What got me to try it was a stupid film (narrated by Sonny Bono iirc) which showed people smoking pot and driving their cars off cliffs. All the "burn-outs" in class kept saying "wrong Teach; doesn't happen."
It's nasty stuff; but stick to the damn facts.
638 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:44:28pm |
re: #627 Bloodnok
My mother has had a couple of Cairns. Best little dogs on the planet.
My sister had one,, too high strung, IMHO
West Highland Terriers are a lot calmer
639 | Dark_Falcon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:44:29pm |
re: #614 smokefire
Captain Phillips [a known rabid Red Sox Fan] will have a date to throw out the first pitch pretty soon at Fenway
He's earned it.
640 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:44:41pm |
re: #616 sattv4u2
let me get this straight.
KT and I are having a discussion, which we've both abandoned, which you have now jumped in to,, and I'M convoluted !?!?!
OOOOHHHHH ,,, k
he ignored your sillyness....I don't blame him
641 | quickjustice Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:44:43pm |
re: #593 Killgore Trout
This is a classic bankruptcy strategy, although it completely shafts some creditors in favor of others. On its face, that could violate the principle of "equality of distribution" of a bankrupt's assets among its creditors.
Another way to say it: the unions benefit from the issuance/sale of equity in the new company, as do some creditors (the "unsecured bondholders"). What happens to the secured creditors, and why is it fair to treat groups of unsecured creditors other than the unions and the unsecured bondholders unequally?
The unions and bondholders get the gold mine, and everyone else gets the shaft!
642 | irongrampa Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:45:01pm |
Damn, about the time that things seem so pissy, good Americans up and show their mettle again.
Not for the first time, i'm even PROUDER of my country.
643 | OldLineTexan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:45:09pm |
re: #624 oldscouter
Silky Terrier. Looks kinda like a Yorkie, but almost double the size. Bred as ratters originally. Now she takes out that breeding on the local rabbits. This kind of small dog is one I have learned to love.
My rat terrier would give up his rawhide chews for a chance at such a bonanza of rabbits. He has to content himself with two squirrels in the yard that are beyond his speed and (lack of!) stalking skills.
644 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:45:15pm |
re: #620 Gus 802
No fair! Violence begets violence! The cycle of violence continue!
Kumbaya my lord, Kumbaya!
[vomit]
///////////////
You'll love this one.....
Since then, Somalia has suffered nearly 20 years of anarchy, chaotically ruled by rival clans backed by pickup trucks mounted with anti-aircraft guns. Its nominal government controls barely a few blocks.With no coast guard to defend its shores, Somalis began complaining that vessels from Asia and Europe were dumping toxic waste in their waters and illegally scooping up red snapper, barracuda and tuna. The rampant illegal fishing began destroying the livelihoods of local fishermen.
According to a memo prepared last month by the staff of the U.S. House Armed Services Committee, Somali clans began resorting "to armed gangs in an attempt to stop the foreign vessels. Over time, these gangs have evolved into hijacking commercial vessels for ransom as an alternative source of income."
645 | smokefire Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:45:21pm |
re: #634 MandyManners
That depends on the way the wind is blowing
646 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:45:33pm |
re: #640 albusteve
he ignored your sillyness....I don't blame him
actually, he gave me a lucid and reasoned answer. It only got "silly" when you jumped the shark
647 | mich-again Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:45:40pm |
648 | Occasional Reader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:45:42pm |
re: #599 jcm
Earlier AP report talked about all the guns, warships and sailors vs. 3 pirates with AK's and handguns!
We didn't play fair.
And a CNN talking head mentioned how the outcome was, well, okay, except there was "loss of life", so it could have been better.
Uh, dude? That's not a bug, it's a feature.
649 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:45:42pm |
650 | NYCHardhat Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:46:07pm |
I have a feeling the SeALS will be getting alot of use in the next four years.
651 | smokefire Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:46:19pm |
re: #639 Dark_Falcon
Well when is the first home series with the Yankee's?
652 | OldLineTexan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:46:21pm |
re: #627 Bloodnok
My mother has had a couple of Cairns. Best little dogs on the planet.
What was that Disney movie featuring a Cairn?
653 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:46:23pm |
654 | NYCHardhat Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:46:24pm |
655 | Slumbering Behemoth Stinks Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:46:26pm |
re: #637 David Simon
I didn't find it all that nasty, but I agree: stick to the damn facts.
656 | quickjustice Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:46:31pm |
re: #603 smokefire
Barbara Walters will be interviewing the young pirate in a couple of weeks. Barack and Michelle will adopt him in a couple of months, if Madonna doesn't get there first! :-)
657 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:46:44pm |
658 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:47:22pm |
659 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:47:24pm |
660 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:47:31pm |
re: #646 sattv4u2
actually, he gave me a lucid and reasoned answer. It only got "silly" when you jumped the shark
you questioned his motives and I don't think that's fair...just give him $5 and all's well
661 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:47:32pm |
662 | Occasional Reader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:47:40pm |
re: #644 jcm
Not to mention, 90% of the guns used by Somali pirates can be traced to the US.
Now, that's not a real statistic, but who cares? Clinton and Holder dont!
663 | NYCHardhat Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:47:57pm |
re: #656 quickjustice
Barbara Walters will be interviewing the young pirate in a couple of weeks. Barack and Michelle will adopt him in a couple of months, if Madonna doesn't get there first! :-)
They will set aside taxpayer money for a degree in chemical engineering....
664 | Bloodnok Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:47:59pm |
re: #652 OldLineTexan
What was that Disney movie featuring a Cairn?
Wizard of Oz? (not Disney, though).
665 | smokefire Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:48:03pm |
re: #656 quickjustice
Too old for Madonna.
the kid probably has 5 kids by 4 different women.
Like that has not happened.............right
666 | oldscouter Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:48:06pm |
re: #643 OldLineTexan
My rat terrier would give up his rawhide chews for a chance at such a bonanza of rabbits. He has to content himself with two squirrels in the yard that are beyond his speed and (lack of!) stalking skills.
We have a lot of trees, so the squirrels are safe. All her neighborhood buddies are big dogs (German Shepherd, two Dobs, Yellow Lab) so she thinks she is a killer. The big guys can't get the rabbits, but this little pup is deadly.
667 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:48:06pm |
re: #659 sattv4u2
counterbalance the sugar/ hyper rush
I think you give sugar to drunks not booze to kids.
669 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:48:33pm |
re: #660 albusteve
you questioned his motives and I don't think that's fair...just give him $5 and all's well
that's a "you" problem, not a "me" problem
670 | Piglet-U93 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:48:33pm |
re: #603 smokefire
Will the 16 year old pirate be tried as an adult or as a juvenile?
I can hear the left leaning press whining that this poor little boy is an misunderstood person.
He will have a 50 million dollar trial, a free Quran autographed by Osama Bin Laden, 24/7 coverage on MSM, end up going to Gitmo then pardoned by Obama, receive a free house with a monthly welfare check with a green card and then invite all of his relatives to come to the USA. Oh, I forgot a book deal with a probable title: "The US murdered my Coast Guard buddies".
671 | Gus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:48:44pm |
re: #644 jcm
Ah but of course. The leftist bleeding hearts work in mysterious ways:
Environmental Racism
Disenfranchised Cultures
New victim classes for the permanently guilty liberal mindset.
Pirate-Kittens -- coming to a drum circle near you.
672 | David Simon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:48:51pm |
re: #591 MandyManners
Doooooooooooooood. What are you doing tonight?! I'll bring the DingDongs and Basil.
Oy gevalt, does that bring back memories. I once ate an entire box of Hostess Ho-Hos (do they still make those things?) in one sitting.
673 | Empire1 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:48:53pm |
Okay, I find myself in a rather unusual position, namely defending a leftie. Avanti has a lot of positions I disagree with, sometimes quite strongly. But I have a lot of respect for him on a personal level. He is polite, states his opinions in a reasonable way, has a good sense of humor, and is willing to change his stance if convinced he's wrong. What more could a reasonable person ask?
I won't join in random Avanti-bashing, and will upding him whenever I think he deserves it. If this gets me down-dinged or even banned, so be it.
674 | 3 wood Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:48:55pm |
Good evening.
Congratulations to the Navy Seals for saving the boat captain and for waxing 3 pirates.
Also, congrats to Cabrera of Argentina for winning the Masters. I did not think he had the short game to make it to the end, but he proved me wrong.
675 | victor_yugo Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:48:59pm |
676 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:49:04pm |
re: #605 David Simon
I repeat: It isn't Bush-bashing to acknowledge mistakes.
And I repeat: I am not accusing you of Bush Bashing.
677 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:49:04pm |
678 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:49:09pm |
re: #650 NYCHardhat
I have a feeling the SeALS will be getting alot of use in the next four years.
They've been getting a work out Iraq and Afghanistan.
679 | Cygnus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:49:10pm |
re: #334 buzzsawmonkey
Diddly Squat would be more appropriate.
The should name the dog Clue so then Obama would have one.
680 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:49:17pm |
re: #645 smokefire
That depends on the way the wind is blowing
Will Holder allow the Race Card be played?
681 | quickjustice Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:49:36pm |
re: #615 Occasional Reader
Maybe under the new rules from the White House, President Obama must personally receive all the glory for every military success now and in future.
I want to commend President Obama for not getting in the way of this particular operation!
682 | hazzyday Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:49:43pm |
re: #150 jcm
Yah Gun safety can not be reinforced enough whenever guns are used or talked about. People think there's not a round in the chamber and skip checking it. It's the first thing I had to do as a seven year old whenever I picked up a shotgun. Check and see if the gun was loaded. Second thing was never wave the gun around and point the barrel at people. Third thing was never cheat on the trigger and pre cock the gun. Forth thing was how to climb over a fence with a loaded gun.
683 | NYCHardhat Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:49:44pm |
684 | Occasional Reader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:50:16pm |
re: #674 3 wood
Congratulations to the Navy Seals for saving the boat captain and for waxing 3 pirates.
The SEALs had no choice. Bikini season is upon us.
685 | victor_yugo Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:50:22pm |
Next September, when "Talk Like a Pirate Day" rolls around again, do I have to speak Arabic?
686 | OldLineTexan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:51:13pm |
re: #655 Slumbering Behemoth
I didn't find it all that nasty, but I agree: stick to the damn facts.
The heaviest MJ smoker I ever knew burned out most of his brain cells within four years of leaving high school. I ran into him at a big dog show, scooping poop.
The next heaviest smoker I knew greaduated college and became a children's librarian with a fairly successful career, although his marriage finally went off a cliff.
I guess it's like George Burns and cigars for some people.
687 | JacksonTn Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:51:20pm |
re: #673 Empire1
Okay, I find myself in a rather unusual position, namely defending a leftie. Avanti has a lot of positions I disagree with, sometimes quite strongly. But I have a lot of respect for him on a personal level. He is polite, states his opinions in a reasonable way, has a good sense of humor, and is willing to change his stance if convinced he's wrong. What more could a reasonable person ask?
I won't join in random Avanti-bashing, and will upding him whenever I think he deserves it. If this gets me down-dinged or even banned, so be it.
So? ... do whatever you want ... why you telling us ... it is our right to ding or down ding as long as we are allowed on this blog ... and also our right to address him when he continues his Obama loving even when faced with facts ... how many times do you think people gave him links to Obama's commie connections? ... he refuses to even accept one of them ... he can down ding me whenever he wants to also ...
688 | MandyManners Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:51:20pm |
689 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:51:25pm |
re: #677 albusteve
I see that...oh well
I don't think that's fair
for that matter, it wasn't even a problem for KT ,, so again ,, it's a "you" problem!
690 | oldscouter Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:51:32pm |
re: #685 victor_yugo
Next September, when "Talk Like a Pirate Day" rolls around again, do I have to speak Arabic?
How do you say "AAARRRGHGHGHG" in Arabic?
691 | irongrampa Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:51:37pm |
re: #682 hazzyday
If my Dad had ever caught me climbing ovewr a fence with a loaded weapon, I'd STILL have trouble sitting down, and I'm 68.
692 | smokefire Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:51:47pm |
Commander Castelano.
Hmm, is he a distant relation the Frank Castelano, of NYC Mafia fame?
Hey pirate, letta me maka youan offa you canta refuse.
BADA BING [3 TIMES]re: #680 MandyManners
693 | Occasional Reader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:52:09pm |
re: #681 quickjustice
Maybe under the new rules from the White House, President Obama must personally receive all the glory for every military success now and in future.
I want to commend President Obama for not getting in the way of this particular operation!
I want to, as well. But if the ROE really were as restrictive as the presser made them out to be... that's just damn wrong, and we got luck (or the Navy bent the ROE).
The ROE should be; as soon as we get a clear shot at pirates/hostage takers, we take the shot. And that should be publicly announced, not hidden.
694 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:52:43pm |
re: #667 unrealizedviewpoint
I think you give sugar to drunks not booze to kids.
Are you sure? Hmmmmm,,,
Guess I can take my 14 year old son out of AA now!
695 | jaunte Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:52:44pm |
re: #685 victor_yugo
Next September, when "Talk Like a Pirate Day" rolls around again, do I have to speak Arabic?
Just af Soomali.
[Link: www.omniglot.com...]
696 | smokefire Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:52:50pm |
re: #680 MandyManners
Will Holder allow the Race Card be played?
What do you think
Poor, Black, third world, Muslim.............Bingo
697 | OldLineTexan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:53:02pm |
698 | Gus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:53:05pm |
re: #692 smokefire
Commander Castelano.
Hmm, is he a distant relation the Frank Castelano, of NYC Mafia fame?
Hey pirate, letta me maka youan offa you canta refuse.
BADA BING [3 TIMES]
Hey! Watch it. ;-)
His full name is Francis Xavier Castellano.
699 | Cygnus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:53:12pm |
re: #370 buzzsawmonkey
Bark Obama would have been amusing.
Name the ISS toilet Barack and the dog Colbert.
700 | Syrah Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:53:17pm |
re: #685 victor_yugo
Next September, when "Talk Like a Pirate Day" rolls around again, do I have to speak Arabic?
Its fun to play the Caribbean Pirate, not so much the Barbary Pirate.
701 | eddiespaghetti Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:53:42pm |
Do you think it kills the left that the USS Halyburton was involved in the rescue of the captain? The actual name is not associated with the 'evil cabal' of the former vice president, but ironic none the less....
702 | Bloodnok Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:53:52pm |
re: #697 OldLineTexan
Sorry, it was a silky
Oh yeah. I remember talking with a Lizard about that film and book when I was a hatchling.
703 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:53:58pm |
re: #673 Empire1
Okay, I find myself in a rather unusual position, namely defending a leftie. Avanti has a lot of positions I disagree with, sometimes quite strongly. But I have a lot of respect for him on a personal level. He is polite, states his opinions in a reasonable way, has a good sense of humor, and is willing to change his stance if convinced he's wrong. What more could a reasonable person ask?
I won't join in random Avanti-bashing, and will upding him whenever I think he deserves it. If this gets me down-dinged or even banned, so be it.
He tolerates many unjustified attacks solely because he's liberal (or wrong as the case is). I've been witness to some attacks well beyond the pale. Well done Avanti.
704 | Occasional Reader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:54:03pm |
re: #688 MandyManners
I'm sure there are actual charges about to be made against him.
Was he Mirandized? Was there even an arrest warrant issued by a judge before the Seals arrested kidnapped him? No! FREE THE SOMALI, ER, ONE!
705 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:54:11pm |
re: #673 Empire1
Okay, I find myself in a rather unusual position, namely defending a leftie. Avanti has a lot of positions I disagree with, sometimes quite strongly. But I have a lot of respect for him on a personal level. He is polite, states his opinions in a reasonable way, has a good sense of humor, and is willing to change his stance if convinced he's wrong. What more could a reasonable person ask?
I won't join in random Avanti-bashing, and will upding him whenever I think he deserves it. If this gets me down-dinged or even banned, so be it.
I said the same thing this morning..There have been some dear lizards that have literally told Avanti to stick a pineapple up his ass and he has not responded in kind..not once..I can respect that from a man..Doesn't mean i have to freaking agree with the old cuss..
It's fair..
706 | Dark_Falcon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:54:16pm |
re: #644 jcm
Articles like that are why the DT edition of the Post-Nointelligencer went belly up.
707 | Occasional Reader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:54:55pm |
re: #693 Occasional Reader
and we got luck
= and we got lucky
(Have I mentioned this keyboard sucks?)
708 | smokefire Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:55:05pm |
re: #704 Occasional Reader
Was he Mirandized? Was there even an arrest warrant issued by a judge before the Seals
arrestedkidnapped him? No! FREE THE SOMALI, ER, ONE!
Seriously,will the World Court get involved with this?
709 | mich-again Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:55:09pm |
re: #688 MandyManners
I'm sure there are actual charges about to be made against him.
Ramsey Clark will volunteer to defend him.
710 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:55:12pm |
re: #689 sattv4u2
I don't think that's fairfor that matter, it wasn't even a problem for KT ,, so again ,, it's a "you" problem!
no disagreement there....I've made my point
711 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:55:40pm |
I went out today to make sure the LCDR who just died was properly outfitted in his Class A Dress Uniform for his Viewing and Funeral. I met with his Mom, Dad, Sister and Brother in Law. I had never done anything like that before. They are big old Italian Family. They were hugging and kissing me by the time I left. I told them as many funny stories about their son as I could ( had to tactfully leave some out ) and they told me they have were surprised to have heard already from Sailors and Marines from all over the Country. He was to go on Active Duty in 1 week. Now I got to get my Dress Uniform in shape for the Funeral on Wednesday.
712 | JacksonTn Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:55:46pm |
re: #707 Occasional Reader
= and we got lucky
(Have I mentioned this keyboard sucks?)
OR ... um ... is that the second time ... you drinking? ... if so ... pass a beer this way ...
713 | UncleRancher Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:55:58pm |
re: #701 eddiespaghetti
Do you think it kills the left that the USS Halyburton was involved in the rescue of the captain? The actual name is not associated with the 'evil cabal' of the former vice president, but ironic none the less....
USS HALYBURTON is named for the late Pharmacist's Mate Second Class William David Halyburton, Jr. , USN. A native of Canton, North Carolina, he was a graduate of New Hanover High School, Wilmington, North Carolina. His enrollment at Davidson College, Davidson, North Carolina, where he planned to prepare himself for the ministry, was put aside to go into the service.
His citation is as follows:
"For conspicuous gallantry and intrepedity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty while serving with a Marine Rifle Company in the 2d Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division, during action against the enemy Japanese forces on Okinawa Shima in the Ryukyu Chain on 10 May 1945. Undaunted by the deadly accuracy of Japanese counterfire as his unit pushed the attack through a strategically important draw and up the hill into an open fireswept field where the Company advance squad was suddenly pinned down under a terrific concentration of mortar, machinegun, and sniper fire with resultant severe casualties. Moving steadily forward despite the enemy's merciless barrage, he reached the wounded Marine who lay farthest away and was rendering first aid when his patient was struck for the second time by a Japanese bullet. Instantly placing himself in the direct line of fire, he shielded the fallen fighter with his own body and staunchly continued his ministrations although constantly menaced by the slashing fury of shrapnel and bullets falling at his sides. Alert, determined, and completely unselfish in his concern for the helpless Marine, he persevered in his efforts until he himself sustained mortal wounds and collapsed, heroically sacrificing himself that his comrade might live. By his outstanding valor and unwavering devotion to duty in the face of tremendous odds, Petty Officer Halyburton sustained and enhanced the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life in the service of his country."
714 | 3 wood Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:56:04pm |
re: #684 Occasional Reader
The SEALs had no choice. Bikini season is upon us.
I must be getting old. I had to read that twice to get the joke.
716 | oldscouter Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:56:18pm |
re: #709 mich-again
Ramsey Clark will volunteer to defend him.
If he does, I predict the same result as his desfense of Saddam Hussien.
717 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:56:19pm |
718 | smokefire Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:57:06pm |
re: #716 oldscouter
If he does, I predict the same result as his desfense of Saddam Hussien.
............oh good that mean we can hang him, right?
719 | avanti Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:57:17pm |
re: #681 quickjustice
Maybe under the new rules from the White House, President Obama must personally receive all the glory for every military success now and in future.
I want to commend President Obama for not getting in the way of this particular operation!
The dumbest thing he could do would be to do anything but praise the Navy and the captain. I think he'll do just that, but the MSM will be comparing him to Patton by midweek.
721 | Occasional Reader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:57:39pm |
re: #708 smokefire
Seriously,will the World Court get involved with this?
Unlikely. But a Showbiz trial with glamorous defense counsel? Could be.
722 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:57:42pm |
re: #716 oldscouter
If he does, I predict the same result as his desfense of Saddam Hussien.
Did that end in a HUNG jury?
723 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:58:02pm |
re: #682 hazzyday
Yah Gun safety can not be reinforced enough whenever guns are used or talked about. People think there's not a round in the chamber and skip checking it. It's the first thing I had to do as a seven year old whenever I picked up a shotgun. Check and see if the gun was loaded. Second thing was never wave the gun around and point the barrel at people. Third thing was never cheat on the trigger and pre cock the gun. Forth thing was how to climb over a fence with a loaded gun.
During one training class we were learning techniques to disarm an assailant. On the train academy grounds unless on the range all weapons where unloaded. For the demonstration I was the bad gun using a real gun with no firing pin, I was to point it at the instructors head about 6 inches away and he would defeat the threat.
He takes the training weapon, clears it and hands, it too me. At that point I clear it again he habit is so ingrained. He stops the drill and tells the class that is what anyones reaction should be. Clear The Weapon.
Of course then he "accuses" me of not trusting him! I laughed and said I don't trust myself that much.
724 | oldscouter Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:58:11pm |
re: #718 smokefire
............oh good that mean we can hang him, right?
Hang, draw and quarter, and bury the body in a hog lot.
725 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:58:53pm |
re: #708 smokefire
Seriously,will the World Court get involved with this?
I think the World Food Court should be involved. If he's convicted, he's sentenced to eat BBQ Pork for 10 years
726 | OldLineTexan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:59:01pm |
no I agree let Madonna adopt the boy then he will suffer for his misdeeds
727 | Aye Pod Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:59:03pm |
re: #673 Empire1
I agree, but you would never be banned for something like that!
728 | Empire1 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:59:04pm |
re: #703 unrealizedviewpoint
He tolerates many unjustified attacks solely because he's liberal (or wrong as the case is). I've been witness to some attacks well beyond the pale. Well done Avanti.
Actually, I admire him for the abuse he's taken while still maintaining his equilibrium and politeness. Honestly, I'm not at all sure I could do as well under similar circumstances.
729 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:59:30pm |
re: #724 oldscouter
Hang, draw and quarter, and bury the body in a hog lot.
The hog lot is a nice touch.
730 | oldscouter Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:59:33pm |
re: #725 sattv4u2
I think the World Food Court should be involved. If he's convicted, he's sentenced to eat BBQ Pork for 10 years
MMMMM BBQ Pork
731 | rawmuse Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:59:38pm |
The only down side I can see to this piracy episode is that the surviving pirate is 16 years old, and he will be prosecuted in the USA, by our sitting Justice Dept., which means that he will be soon be picking you up at Minneapolis St. Paul airport and asking you "Where to?"
732 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 5:59:49pm |
re: #723 jcm
During one training class we were learning techniques to disarm an assailant. On the train academy grounds unless on the range all weapons where unloaded. For the demonstration I was the bad gun using a real gun with no firing pin, I was to point it at the instructors head about 6 inches away and he would defeat the threat.
He takes the training weapon, clears it and hands, it too me. At that point I clear it again he habit is so ingrained. He stops the drill and tells the class that is what anyones reaction should be. Clear The Weapon.
Of course then he "accuses" me of not trusting him! I laughed and said I don't trust myself that much.
Safety, magazine , chamber, safety.
733 | OldLineTexan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:00:06pm |
734 | smokefire Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:00:08pm |
re: #724 oldscouter
Hang, draw and quarter, and bury the body in a hog lot.
a, ahm, er, America does not do torture anymore.
735 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:00:44pm |
re: #731 rawmuse
The only down side I can see to this piracy episode is that the surviving pirate is 16 years old, and he will be prosecuted in the USA, by our sitting Justice Dept., which means that he will be soon be picking you up at Minneapolis St. Paul airport and asking you "Where to?"
ANSWER ,,, "Dearborn Michigan, I have 'contacts' there"
736 | Occasional Reader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:00:45pm |
re: #723 jcm
He stops the drill and tells the class that is what anyones reaction should be. Clear The Weapon.
Abso-frickkin-lutely.
I know at least one VERY experienced shooter who put a round through his leg because he forgot that habit.
738 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:01:07pm |
re: #728 Empire1
Actually, I admire him for the abuse he's taken while still maintaining his equilibrium and politeness. Honestly, I'm not at all sure I could do as well under similar circumstances.
Believe it or not that's what I was trying to say. Upon reading my comment I realized ...I'm an idiot.
739 | JacksonTn Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:01:16pm |
re: #731 rawmuse
The only down side I can see to this piracy episode is that the surviving pirate is 16 years old, and he will be prosecuted in the USA, by our sitting Justice Dept., which means that he will be soon be picking you up at Minneapolis St. Paul airport and asking you "Where to?"
rawmuse ... what you say is so true ... but oh I hope that does not happen ... or anything even close ... it is sad that their culture raises their children to do these things ... I will never never understand ...
740 | Cygnus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:01:32pm |
741 | mich-again Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:01:36pm |
Drop the pirates off at Chop-Chop square in the Magic Kingdom.
742 | Occasional Reader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:01:38pm |
743 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:02:18pm |
re: #738 unrealizedviewpoint
Believe it or not that's what I was trying to say. Upon reading my comment I realized ...I'm an idiot.
bout time ,,,, but then again, only an idiot would have taken that long to realize it !
//// j/k ,,, before albusteve rushes in to defend you
745 | Syrah Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:02:30pm |
re: #734 smokefire
a, ahm, er, America does not do torture anymore.
After the hanging, its not torture, just assurance.
746 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:03:02pm |
re: #728 Empire1
Actually, I admire him for the abuse he's taken while still maintaining his equilibrium and politeness. Honestly, I'm not at all sure I could do as well under similar circumstances.
Avanti has done well..and you are right..If I'm attacked like that it could get ugly..
I'm no angel..When I see Spacejesus log on..I count to 10.. my BP goes up a 100 points and I'm just praying he says something so stupid I could just melt him in 7 words or less..
I imagine Avanti has that effect on some lizards...
747 | David Simon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:03:03pm |
re: #693 Occasional Reader
I want to, as well. But if the ROE really were as restrictive as the presser made them out to be... that's just damn wrong, and we got luck (or the Navy bent the ROE).
The ROE should be; as soon as we get a clear shot at pirates/hostage takers, we take the shot. And that should be publicly announced, not hidden.
You raise an interesting question. Not to get all "24" or anything, but does the President have plenary authority to order the Seals to take the shot?
748 | Dustyvet Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:03:06pm |
re: #716 oldscouter
If he does, I predict the same result as his desfense of Saddam Hussien.
"Hung Jury"?...:)
749 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:03:14pm |
re: #745 Syrah
After the hanging, its not torture, just
assuranceplaytime.
750 | Killgore Trout Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:03:40pm |
re: #641 quickjustice
It's not much of a surprise. Obama is pretty friendly to the unions. I read an article last week that said the unions were going to end up with the bad company. We'll have to wait and see how this plays out.
751 | jaunte Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:03:40pm |
re: #737 jcm
You don't get do overs for mistakes.
Just to emphasize the point:
[Link: www.click2houston.com...]
My kids went to this funeral recently.
752 | Empire1 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:03:57pm |
re: #705 HoosierHoops
I said the same thing this morning..There have been some dear lizards that have literally told Avanti to stick a pineapple up his ass and he has not responded in kind..not once..I can respect that from a man..Doesn't mean i have to freaking agree with the old cuss..
It's fair..
Yeah, exactly. I rarely agree with him, but he's the sort of person one can have a reasonable discussion with, and those are to be valued. I have one sister like him, although less of a leftie, and the other, a total moonbat, I can't discuss anything with.
Avanti and my first-mentioned sister are to be valued as making me examine my own values. The second sister ... well, she's so far out it's impossible to reason with her.
753 | rawmuse Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:03:59pm |
re: #739 JacksonTn
I am at the age where I have seen my darkest, most cynical suspicions emerge as facts.
I can't help it. I wish I could be wrong occasionally...
754 | mich-again Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:04:00pm |
re: #735 sattv4u2
ANSWER ,,, "Dearborn Michigan, I have 'contacts' there"
Nope. Somalians go to Minnesota, not Dearborn. Their presence wouldn't be appreciated much by in the Arabic neighborhoods in Dearborn. Just sayin.
755 | irongrampa Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:04:10pm |
re: #746 HoosierHoops
Nah, anyone who loves old cars enough to collect them can't be all bad.
756 | oldscouter Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:04:10pm |
re: #745 Syrah
After the hanging, its not torture, just assurance.
So true. Can't torture a dead guy. But burying him in a hog lot will screw up his trip to paradise. Those 72 virgins won't go near a guy covered in hog manure.
757 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:04:23pm |
re: #743 sattv4u2
bout time ,,,, but then again, only an idiot would have taken that long to realize it !
//// j/k ,,, before albusteve rushes in to defend you
You're in rare form today Satt.
Nippin' at the bottle dare whilst at work on this holiday?
758 | smokefire Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:04:30pm |
Turner Classic Movies right now
King of Kings
What a movie to be playing right now with all this talk going on.
759 | quickjustice Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:04:34pm |
re: #721 Occasional Reader
Defense counsel will put America on trial for past crimes against the Somali people. Count on it.
760 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:05:12pm |
761 | Occasional Reader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:05:32pm |
re: #747 David Simon
You raise an interesting question. Not to get all "24" or anything, but does the President have plenary authority to order the Seals to take the shot?
I sure as hell hope they don't call the White House to ask if they can take the shot... guaranteed way to lose it. But I'm pretty sure that's not the way it works. ROE are set to say "you may shoot under X circumstances".
762 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:05:46pm |
re: #757 unrealizedviewpoint
You're in rare form today Satt.
Nippin' at the bottle dare whilst at work on this holiday?
nahhh ,, just a little punchy. 11 hours down, 1 to go. Then an hour drive home, 8 hours sleep, get up, shower change an hour back for another 12 hour day tomorrow
WWHHOOO HHOOOO!
763 | smokefire Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:06:02pm |
re: #759 quickjustice
Defense counsel will put America on trial for past crimes against the Somali people. Count on it.
Er, Ahm, A,
The United States apologizes for all it's misdeeds done to the peace loving people of Somalia.
764 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:06:04pm |
re: #759 quickjustice
Defense counsel will put America on trial for past crimes against the Somali people. Count on it.
765 | Fat Bastard Vegetarian Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:06:17pm |
I am sure this has been discussed ad nauseum...but "Yay for the guys who killed the guys who are dead!"
766 | JacksonTn Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:07:01pm |
re: #754 mich-again
Nope. Somalians go to Minnesota, not Dearborn. Their presence wouldn't be appreciated much by in the Arabic neighborhoods in Dearborn. Just sayin.
A bunch of Somalians around Shelbyville, TN too ... when Tyson got raided and they shipped out all the illegals working at the chicken processing plant ... they imported Somalians ... or however they get them ... then the Somalians put up a fight about changing Labor Day to Eid? (not sure how to spell that day) and it caused a big deal around Tennessee and it was changed back ... Sharia ... it will creep if we don't stop it ...
768 | UncleRancher Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:07:08pm |
re: #765 Fat Bastard Vegetarian
I am sure this has been discussed ad nauseum...but "Yay for the guys who killed the guys who are dead!"
One more time never hurts. Roger that.
769 | quickjustice Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:07:20pm |
re: #726 OldLineTexan
A life sentence listening to "Material Girl" over and over again! LOL!
770 | Killgore Trout Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:07:29pm |
No news on the bankruptcy but this just popped up......
GM Recalls Millions of Vehicles 1997-2003
SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH DROPS OF ENGINE OIL MAY BE DEPOSITED ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD THROUGH HARD BRAKING.
Consequence: IF THE MANIFOLD IS HOT ENOUGH AND THE OIL RUNS BELOW THE HEAT SHIELD, IT MAY IGNITE INTO A SMALL FLAME AND MAY SPREAD TO THE PLASTIC SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL AND BEYOND INCREASING THE RISK OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Sorry, all caps original.
771 | smokefire Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:07:35pm |
re: #765 Fat Bastard Vegetarian
I am sure this has been discussed ad nauseum...but "Yay for the guys who killed the guys who are dead!"
.............yes it has been discussed.
And thank you for that too.
772 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:08:06pm |
re: #751 jaunte
Just to emphasize the point:
[Link: www.click2houston.com...]
My kids went to this funeral recently.
Wow. Tragic for both victim, shooter, and families.
773 | eddiespaghetti Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:08:10pm |
re: #761 Occasional Reader
Correct, please kill all lawyers ;)
774 | mich-again Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:08:11pm |
Did they read the 4th pirate his Miranda rights?
775 | irongrampa Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:08:11pm |
Little curious about why 2 standing orders. Last I remember, a standing order was enforced until rescinded. So why would it be necessary for ordering the use of military force twice?
776 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:08:22pm |
I'm watching Bull Durham again. OK- A test-- what was "Millies" nickname for the the star pitcher Luke Laruche?
777 | Aye Pod Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:08:28pm |
So much discussion of pot in this thread, so little reggae...
When I was a yoot I used to burn collie weed in a rizla, I used to burn it in a rizla
Now I am a man I just a burn collie weed in a chalwa, I just a rub it in a chalwa
778 | steve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:09:06pm |
And now for some humor from sacredsandwich.com
Churchgoers Survive Potluck Nightmare
Tragedy struck Langley Baptist Church on Sunday afternoon when every covered dish at the church’s monthly potluck was a green bean casserole. Stunned onlookers watched in horror as family after family arrived with the same popular side dish in tow. By the time grace was said over the meal, there were over twenty-five green bean casseroles lining the buffet table with no meat dish in sight.
Marilyn Perkins, supervisor of the Langley Baptist potluck, recalls the terror of witnessing the casseroles flooding in. “I’ve heard scary stories from other churches about excess hominy or okra, but you never think it’s going to happen to your church,” she said in tears. “All I could think at the time was, Why us, Lord… why us?”
Repercussions from the church disaster were felt throughout the community as area grocers reported a shortage of Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom Soup and French’s French fried onions.
A few brave church members weathered the green bean avalanche by using large amounts of sweet tea to wash it down, while others, dazed and hungry, fled to their homes. A small faction of survivors, led by Jim Fairbanks, found shelter at a nearby McDonald’s restaurant. “Deacon Fairbanks was quick-thinking and showed amazing courage under pressure,” said Anita West. “Just when I was about to go down, he threw a Happy Meal to me. He saved my life.”
Deacon Fairbanks, however, shrugged off Mrs. West’s praise. “The real hero was Frank Woodburn, who tripped while helping other members cross the parking lot to the golden arches. I’ll never forget him lying there on the concrete, refusing my help and screaming, Save yourself! Now that’s a true hero. Frank will be missed.”
Despite the initial panic, church officials were able to restore order and send people home without further incident. Reports of one member being detained for trying to sneak extra wafers out of the church’s communion tray could not be confirmed.
In the aftermath of the ill-fated potluck, theories abounded as to why this catastrophe took place. Speculation on the cause ran the gamut from the 25 cent sale on Libby’s green beans at McGonigle’s Market to a sign of the Apocalypse. The main theological issue under debate, however, was whether it was part of God’s sovereign decree or the tragic outcome of man’s free will exercising the right to bring a lame side dish to church.
Church member Claude Anderson believes it was God’s judgment. “I’ve told them for twenty years they shouldn’t be calling it pot-luck,“ explained Anderson. “That’s an affront to an Almighty God Who doesn’t deal in luck. I just hope this egregious sin against God doesn’t ruin my chances to win the lottery. I’m feeling pretty good about my numbers this week. Cross my fingers.”
Seven year old Kenny Myers, son of members Todd and Carrie Myers, tried to put things in the proper perspective. “I’m just glad they weren’t brussels sprouts. Seriously, I woulda puked.”
Dale Morton, pastor at Langley Baptist, planned to hold a special service next Sunday to help his congregation deal with the emotional effects of the disaster. “This is a hard time for my flock,” explained Morton, “and I’m not sure the Bible has all the answers for a tragedy like this. So I think it’s important to let the people have a time to grieve and cry out to God. I mean, come on! That’s a lot of green bean casserole, even for Baptists.”
When asked if the story of the Israelites complaining about the provision of God’s manna would have any significance for his congregation at this time, Pastor Morton grimaced. “Shoot… I didn’t even think about that. Now I’m going to have to trash the analogy to Stephen’s martyrdom and rewrite my whole sermon.”
779 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:09:29pm |
780 | Dark_Falcon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:09:40pm |
re: #734 smokefire
a, ahm, er, America does not do torture anymore.
Concur. It appears that the law does not prescribe capital punishment in this case. Therefore, give the pirate life and let him rot in Lewisburg.
781 | Syrah Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:09:41pm |
re: #774 mich-again
You have the right to be hung off the yard arm.
If you can not afford a yard arm, one will be provided for you. . .
782 | ArchangelMichael Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:09:43pm |
re: #770 Killgore Trout
And of course.... my car is on the list.
783 | Occasional Reader Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:09:54pm |
784 | Slumbering Behemoth Stinks Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:10:10pm |
re: #686 OldLineTexan
All things in moderation. A person can take even the most mundane of things and turn it into a habitual obsession that can fuck up their life.
I can say no to just about anything except a well BBQ'd tri-tip. I can be stuffed to the point that it's coming out of my ears, and I still have to fight the urge to go back to the fridge.
Thus, I don't que tri-tip all that often. My cross to bare./
785 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:10:33pm |
Senior U.S. officials in Washington and New York are leaning in favor of participating in the "Durban 2" UN-sponsored anti-racism conference scheduled to take place on April 20 in Geneva, diplomatic sources said on Sunday.
[Link: www.haaretz.com...]
As Gomer would say: Surprise Surprise Surprise NOT!
787 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:10:48pm |
re: #782 ArchangelMichael
And of course.... my car is on the list.
no worries ,,, it only MAY ignite a SMALL flame!
788 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:10:52pm |
re: #756 oldscouter
So true. Can't torture a dead guy. But burying him in a hog lot will screw up his trip to paradise. Those 72 virgins won't go near a guy covered in hog manure.
Too funny!
One need appreciate humor like that. Upding.
789 | Dark_Falcon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:11:01pm |
re: #767 oldscouter
Bye Bye
Cubs vs Brewers on ESPN.
I'm going to watch that too. Go Cubs! This Year is "Next Year"!
790 | Killgore Trout Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:11:05pm |
ah, here we go....
G.M. Reportedly Told to Prepare for Possible Bankruptcy
The goal is to prepare for a fast “surgical” bankruptcy, the people who had been briefed on the plans said. G.M., which has been granted $13.4 billion in federal aid, insists that a quick restructuring is necessary so its image and sales are not damaged permanently.
....
President Obama, who was elected with strong backing from labor, remained concerned about potential risk to G.M.’s pension plan and wants to avoid harming workers, these people said.
...
One plan under consideration would create a new company that would buy the “good” assets of G.M. almost immediately after the carmaker files for bankruptcy.Less desirable assets, including unwanted brands, factories and health care obligations, would be left in the old company, which could be liquidated over several years.
792 | avanti Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:11:16pm |
re: #755 irongrampa
Nah, anyone who loves old cars enough to collect them can't be all bad.
That's where some of my patience comes from. For example, you go to do a 10 minute job to tighten two nuts on a exhaust pipe, and the rusty stud breaks off. You try and pull the manifold to replace the stud, but the bolts are rounded off, so you pull the cylinder head to get the manifold off. 20 hours later, you finished the 10 minute job. Do that every day, and a few insults are child's play.
793 | Sheila Broflovski Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:11:22pm |
re: #764 jcm
With no coast guard to defend its shores, Somalis began complaining that vessels from Asia and Europe were dumping toxic waste in their waters and illegally scooping up red snapper, barracuda and tuna. The rampant illegal fishing began destroying the livelihoods of local fishermen.
Wouldn't "dumping toxic waste" kind of ruin the fishing area? Either the "eeville white man" dumped toxic waste or poached on their fishing area, but not both at the same time.
Not that blame-USA media douchenozzles can make that distinction.
Is it too mean of me to wish these media shitbags get kidnapped by the Somalian equivalent of Captain Barnacle or whatever the guy's name was, that Geoffrey Rush played in the movie?
794 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:11:22pm |
795 | The Shadow Do Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:11:29pm |
Pssst.... Hoosier, here is a tip about that sit up thing for your puppy dog (this from one who has taught many a stupid dog trick - it takes a stupid master sometimes). Do not place the treat in front of the dogs nose, hold it just above and back sort of between the eyes. The nose will follow and the the butt will sit....Good dog!
796 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:11:41pm |
re: #789 Dark_Falcon
I'm going to watch that too. Go Cubs! This Year is "Next Year"!
It is? Then what is next year?
798 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:12:27pm |
re: #757 unrealizedviewpoint
You're in rare form today Satt.
Nippin' at the bottle dare whilst at work on this holiday?
using me shows an insecurity...I defend any principle I see fit
799 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:12:53pm |
800 | quickjustice Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:13:02pm |
re: #764 jcm
The story has the history wrong. American merchant marine sailors were being kidnapped, and their vessels seized, for ransom and tribute by the Barbary Pirates for at least a decade before the First Barbary War. Stephen Decatur made his reputation in that war, but Captain Bainbridge wasn't the first American taken.
801 | BatGuano Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:13:09pm |
re: #776 Nevergiveup
I'm watching Bull Durham again. OK- A test-- what was "Millies" nickname for the the star pitcher Luke Laruche?
Nuke?
802 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:13:18pm |
re: #792 avanti
That's where some of my patience comes from. For example, you go to do a 10 minute job to tighten two nuts on a exhaust pipe, and the rusty stud breaks off. You try and pull the manifold to replace the stud, but the bolts are rounded off, so you pull the cylinder head to get the manifold off. 20 hours later, you finished the 10 minute job. Do that every day, and a few insults are child's play.
Condescend much?
804 | Dark_Falcon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:13:33pm |
806 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:14:09pm |
807 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:14:09pm |
re: #801 BatGuano
Nuke?
I'm watching Bull Durham again. OK- A test-- what was "Millies" nickname for the the star pitcher Luke Laruche?
Nope---Pokie.
808 | Dark_Falcon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:14:55pm |
809 | Empire1 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:15:09pm |
re: #792 avanti
I'd ask if you worked with my husband, buy you were Navy and he's retired Air Force ... some of the stories I've heard!
810 | jaunte Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:15:45pm |
re: #804 Dark_Falcon
Bullshit Alert:
Mexican Envoy Defends Claim That Most Guns in Mexico Come From U.S.
I bet he wouldn't support closing the border as a fix.
811 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:15:51pm |
812 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:15:53pm |
re: #795 The Shadow Do
Pssst.... Hoosier, here is a tip about that sit up thing for your puppy dog (this from one who has taught many a stupid dog trick - it takes a stupid master sometimes). Do not place the treat in front of the dogs nose, hold it just above and back sort of between the eyes. The nose will follow and the the butt will sit....Good dog!
Ah cool! Thanks so much!
813 | OldLineTexan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:16:05pm |
re: #791 Iron Fist
Hey, man, you remember the other day we were talking about 1911 grips and you asked (more or less) what $200 would buy you? Check these out. They are exhibition grade cocobola grips off of Novak's site. $195. They sure are pretty. They won't make the gun shoot any better or stand up to combat any better (really, woirse on the last count. You've got to protect the pretty wood).
But they sure are pretty. I'm probably going to try to get somethingfrom the Wicked Grips people. We've exchanged email greetings, I've just got to get an idea of what I want, and how much I want to spend. The Wicked Grips look like the best (by far) dress grips on the internet.
I have got to get myself a CNC mill if you can sell cocobolo grips for that kind of money.
814 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:16:28pm |
re: #778 steve
I can't believe I read your whole post, but I did.
It'll surely be green beans instead of fruit cup tonight.
816 | lawhawk Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:16:40pm |
re: #790 Killgore Trout
Ah yes... the good part of the company goes on its merry way and the bad part gets handed to taxpayers and we're left holding the bag. What could possibly go wrong.
Never mind that the delayed bankruptcy made the situation far worse than if the company bit the bullet months ago.
817 | itellu3times Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:16:42pm |
re: #793 Alouette
Wouldn't "dumping toxic waste" kind of ruin the fishing area? Either the "eeville white man" dumped toxic waste or poached on their fishing area, but not both at the same time.
Fish, then dump, it's almost human nature! But the dumping of bilge is probably more from passing freighters, fishing done by other ships entirely.
819 | OldLineTexan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:17:01pm |
re: #796 sattv4u2
It is? Then what is next year?
Part of a stimulus package. We are borrowing two decades from next century.
820 | Dark_Falcon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:18:05pm |
re: #811 sattv4u2
was that a Mandy Manners Authorized Smack, or are you free lancing?
Only whacks need to be authorized. Smacks are original to me.
821 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:18:17pm |
re: #793 Alouette
Wouldn't "dumping toxic waste" kind of ruin the fishing area? Either the "eeville white man" dumped toxic waste or poached on their fishing area, but not both at the same time.
Not that blame-USA media douchenozzles can make that distinction.
Is it too mean of me to wish these media shitbags get kidnapped by the Somalian equivalent of Captain Barnacle or whatever the guy's name was, that Geoffrey Rush played in the movie?
It all rolls back to the problem of the failed state. It can't help itself, can't help it's people.
But if we go in and establish a state, we're Imperialists.
It's a massive FUBAR.
I'm not making excuse, but the long term fix to the problem is going to be fixing Somalia. Other wise we can kill all the pirates, and in few years some one else will be at it.
A failed state harbored Al-Qaeda. Failed states a problem for everyone.
822 | Cygnus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:18:23pm |
re: #684 Occasional Reader
The SEALs had no choice. Bikini season is upon us.
They're getting recruits from Brazil just for that reason.
823 | JacksonTn Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:18:32pm |
re: #815 Iron Fist
For once I agree with you. All Obama needs to do right now is look Presidential and he'll have a major feather in his cap. If he appears to be using it too much it'll turn and bite him, but if he gives credit where credit is due and basks in the reflected glow as a CINC who's subordinants have just done a difficult job well.
It is time for Obama to show us that he can handle success well. Not everyone can (Clinton couldn't).
Exactly ... he needs to just say thank you to our outstanding military and shut up ... don't make it about him ... like he does all the time ...
824 | OldLineTexan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:18:46pm |
re: #804 Dark_Falcon
Bullshit Alert:
Mexican Envoy Defends Claim That Most Guns in Mexico Come From U.S.
The Mexican Envoy, with all due respect, is an idiot.
825 | itellu3times Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:19:28pm |
re: #685 victor_yugo
Next September, when "Talk Like a Pirate Day" rolls around again, do I have to speak Arabic?
At your own risk.
826 | Empire1 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:19:29pm |
Bedtime for me. See y'all in the morning, I hope.
828 | Jill_Hart Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:19:41pm |
re: #3 HoosierHoops
Good luck Charles..I hate moving as bad as:
Running out of gas on a bridge
Falling in love with Cote Pablo and then finding out she was my sister
.....
I ran out of gas on a bridge once...
829 | irongrampa Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:19:47pm |
re: #792 avanti
Yah, I spent 40 years of my life fixing cars, the last 20 in New York. Me and rust are old enemies.
Nice to see someone that appreciates old vehicles, though. New cars, to me, are merely efficient transportation modules with all the appeal of a dead tree stump.
830 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:19:48pm |
re: #824 OldLineTexan
The Mexican Envoy, with all due respect, is an idiot.
thats an inslut to idiots, ya know!
831 | avanti Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:19:54pm |
re: #809 Empire1
I'd ask if you worked with my husband, buy you were Navy and he's retired Air Force ... some of the stories I've heard!
Not likely, but military stories tend to be similar.
Even military from different countries can usually swap war stories over a beer. Just don't go bar hopping with a Australian sailor.
832 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:20:11pm |
re: #822 Cygnus
They're getting recruits from Brazil just for that reason.
It's never to late to start a Brazilian super model thread..oh wait OR went to sleep..never mind
833 | lifeofthemind Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:20:13pm |
re: #804 Dark_Falcon
Bullshit Alert:
Mexican Envoy Defends Claim That Most Guns in Mexico Come From U.S.
A Diplomat is a good man who is paid to lie for his country.
834 | Sheila Broflovski Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:20:16pm |
835 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:20:22pm |
re: #818 BatGuano
Do I get a parting gift for playing?
Yes -2 tickets to opening day at Shea Stadium in NY.
837 | mich-again Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:20:44pm |
re: #770 Killgore Trout
From that site.. Daimler Trucks Recalls More School and Transit Buses
Consequence: CONTINUED CONTACT BETWEEN THE BRAKE LINE AND THE DIPSTICK TUBE COULD ABRAID THE BRAKE LINE, CAUSE A LEAK AND LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID, AND REDUCE BRAKE PERFORMANCE, POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Did someone say BUS PLUNGE!
839 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:21:22pm |
re: #835 Nevergiveup
Yes -2 tickets to opening day at Shea Stadium in NY.
FANTASTI,,,,,,,,,,hey ,,,wait a dog gone minute!
840 | Dark_Falcon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:21:24pm |
re: #824 OldLineTexan
The Mexican Envoy, with all due respect, is an idiot.
I'd actually just call him wrong. He probably knows its BS, but he's saying it anyways to play to the prejudices of the Obama Administration and the Mexican public, both of which prefer to "Blame America First".
841 | OldLineTexan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:21:24pm |
re: #830 sattv4u2
thats an inslut to idiots, ya know!
I am looking to sponsor a movement to trade Mexico to South America for Brazil, or possibly Argentina.
844 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:22:10pm |
re: #798 albusteve
using me shows an insecurity...I defend any principle I see fit
I believe your response was meant for 743, not me.
845 | lifeofthemind Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:22:16pm |
re: #836 jcm
You just made that statistic up!
//;-P
72% of the statistics quoted on the Internet are made up.
846 | quickjustice Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:22:24pm |
re: #816 lawhawk
The taxpayers probably are holding the bag on the pension obligations anyway under existing law (through PBGC), but the health care obligations are a different story-- unless Obama nationalizes the entire health care system and provides those benefits to retirees and others through the government, which may be the plan.
Notice though that moral hazard is completely ignored throughout. The guilty aren't punished. The losses are "socialized" by being passed on to the taxpayers, while the profits go to Obama allies and insiders. That's called "crony capitalism".
847 | steve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:22:24pm |
re: #814 unrealizedviewpoint
I can't believe I read your whole post, but I did.
It'll surely be green beans instead of fruit cup tonight.
No, No, no, anything but green beans.
give me Pizza. Please!
848 | Dark_Falcon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:22:35pm |
re: #833 lifeofthemind
A Diplomat is a good man who is paid to lie for his country.
Is that line from Ambrose Bierce?
849 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:22:37pm |
re: #838 taxfreekiller
[Link: www.marklevinshow.com...]
"Liberty and Tyranny"
scary, this book has all the words from the Constitution in it,,,,,
I picked mine up Friday at Borders in a Seattle suburb. The clerk shook his head and said "we've sold out of this four times!"
850 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:22:51pm |
re: #837 mich-again
RESULTING IN A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Because if there WAS a warning, then GM would be liable !
huh !?!?!?!?!
851 | dkorta Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:22:52pm |
re: #253 jcm
The Defense Department twice asked President Barack Obama for permission to use military force to rescue Phillips, most recently late Friday evening, U.S. officials said. On Saturday morning, Obama signed off on the Pentagon's request, as he had a day earlier, said the officials, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss internal deliberations.
What I can't figure is why he had to sign off twice. Did he use disappearing ink the first time?
852 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:22:54pm |
re: #836 jcm
You just made that statistic up!
//;-P
Ixnay on linky not worky. Loose lips sink ships.
;)
853 | JacksonTn Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:22:55pm |
re: #841 OldLineTexan
I am looking to sponsor a movement to trade Mexico to South America for Brazil, or possibly Argentina.
I love Brazil's music ... love it ... I cannot understand it but I just love the way it sounds ... I really like some of Stan Getz's music he performed with some people from Brazil ...
854 | OldLineTexan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:23:29pm |
re: #840 Dark_Falcon
I'd actually just call him wrong. He probably knows its BS, but he's saying it anyways to play to the prejudices of the Obama Administration and the Mexican public, both of which prefer to "Blame America First".
I'll stick with idiot. I am damned tired of listening to this B.S. from idiots on both sides of what we somewhat whimsically refer to as a "border". I lose patience especially with the Mexican "government". Thieves, rascals, and scallywags, all of them.
855 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:23:31pm |
re: #828 Jill_Hart
I ran out of gas on a bridge once...
Welcome Jill..Your first post...How are you tonight?
856 | mich-again Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:23:39pm |
re: #842 Iron Fist
I believe every statistic Joe Biden ever used to make a point.
There. I told a bigger lie than you.
857 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:23:45pm |
re: #829 irongrampa
Yah, I spent 40 years of my life fixing cars, the last 20 in New York. Me and rust are old enemies.
Nice to see someone that appreciates old vehicles, though. New cars, to me, are merely efficient transportation modules with all the appeal of a dead tree stump.
they are alive and flourishing under the CAFE radar
[Link: www.musclecarcalendar.com...]
858 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:23:52pm |
Somali government hails rescue of US hostage
Published: 04.13.09, 00:57 / Israel News
Somalia's fledgling government applauded on Sunday the release of an American hostage whose five-day capture by pirates in the Indian Ocean highlighted lawlessness both in and off the Horn of Africa nation.
"We are very happy at this action and the outcome," Foreign Minister Mohamed Abdullahi Omaar told Reuters by telephone from Djibouti. "It shows that the world will not accept criminality." (Reuters)
Who knew they had a freak en Government? Seriously anybody out there know that?
859 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:24:10pm |
re: #844 unrealizedviewpoint
I believe your response was meant for 743, not me.
nuh uh ,,, he's YOURS now !
//
860 | eddiespaghetti Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:24:12pm |
I love the Drudge headline right now "Pirates vow revenge against US and France." Never to be seen again.
861 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:24:15pm |
re: #842 Iron Fist
I make up 75.6% of the statistics I give out. This makes me 600% more factual than the New York Times :-)
LOL! I think you underestimate yourself, or overestimate the Times.
862 | mich-again Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:24:32pm |
re: #850 sattv4u2
That was a story about buses made by Daimler.
863 | lifeofthemind Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:24:57pm |
re: #848 Dark_Falcon
Is that line from Ambrose Bierce?
I believe so but I'm to tired to look it up. AB was the Groucho of the 19th Century, or not.
864 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:24:59pm |
865 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:25:31pm |
re: #828 Jill_Hart
I ran out of gas on a bridge once...
what a coincidence. Once when I was gassed I ran on a bridge !
866 | Dark_Falcon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:25:48pm |
re: #858 Nevergiveup
Somali government hails rescue of US hostage
Published: 04.13.09, 00:57 / Israel News
Somalia's fledgling government applauded on Sunday the release of an American hostage whose five-day capture by pirates in the Indian Ocean highlighted lawlessness both in and off the Horn of Africa nation.
"We are very happy at this action and the outcome," Foreign Minister Mohamed Abdullahi Omaar told Reuters by telephone from Djibouti. "It shows that the world will not accept criminality." (Reuters)Who knew they had a freak en Government? Seriously anybody out there know that?
I knew. Their government isn't able to govern, though. I don't see how it can, short of a major outside effort to disarm and pacify the population.
867 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:25:57pm |
868 | Cygnus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:26:01pm |
re: #832 HoosierHoops
It's never to late to start a Brazilian super model thread..oh wait OR went to sleep..never mind
I was thinking of 'Brazilian Wax'. Oh well...
869 | irongrampa Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:26:11pm |
re: #857 albusteve
That is pretty. I am the proud owner of a brand new 1968 Plymouth Road Runner, lovingly restored over a 5 year period to new. And only for the mere sum of 13.5k.
870 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:26:39pm |
re: #860 eddiespaghetti
I love the Drudge headline right now "Pirates vow revenge against US and France." Never to be seen again.
Hey pirates! A special cargo ship loaded with gold bullion, tons and tons of gold will be passing point x-ray on April 20th at 8:00 local time.
871 | avanti Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:27:01pm |
re: #815 Iron Fist
For once I agree with you. All Obama needs to do right now is look Presidential and he'll have a major feather in his cap. If he appears to be using it too much it'll turn and bite him, but if he gives credit where credit is due and basks in the reflected glow as a CINC who's subordinants have just done a difficult job well.
It is time for Obama to show us that he can handle success well. Not everyone can (Clinton couldn't).
I think we can agree, he's a pretty savvy at politics, but he can't be seen to be taking more credit then is due. I have to admit, I was worried he might hesitate to give the go order since the down side was so large if he pulled a Carter. I can only think of the shit storm if it turned out badly.
872 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:27:12pm |
873 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:27:12pm |
874 | Cygnus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:27:36pm |
re: #849 jcm
I picked mine up Friday at Borders in a Seattle suburb. The clerk shook his head and said "we've sold out of this four times!"
Which Borders store? Just wonderin'.
875 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:28:01pm |
re: #853 JacksonTn
I love Brazil's music ... love it ... I cannot understand it but I just love the way it sounds ... I really like some of Stan Getz's music he performed with some people from Brazil ...
I was was talking to a buddy on the phone the other day..We were laughing about shit and he said this..You ever notice the high class porn always has Coltrane playing on the sound track?..Yup..those are my friends
876 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:28:08pm |
re: #870 jcm
Hey pirates! A special cargo ship loaded with gold bullion, tons and tons of gold will be passing point x-ray on April 20th at 8:00 local time.
Ronnie would be proud
878 | lifeofthemind Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:28:28pm |
re: #858 Nevergiveup
Who knew they had a freak en Government? Seriously anybody out there know that?
It's a job, times are hard, they send somebody's cousin and he sits behind a desk so that his kids can get into college in America while praying everyday that he can get out alive. Probably has slightly less authority than Joe Biden. Heck anyone seen Joe? He might be moonlighting.
879 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:28:32pm |
re: #875 HoosierHoops
I was was talking to a buddy on the phone the other day..We were laughing about shit and he said this..You ever notice the high class porn always has Coltrane playing on the sound track?..Yup..those are my friends
porn has music !?!?!?!
880 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:28:35pm |
re: #869 irongrampa
That is pretty. I am the proud owner of a brand new 1968 Plymouth Road Runner, lovingly restored over a 5 year period to new. And only for the mere sum of 13.5k.
WOW!....very rare....good for you...there is one in my hood, '68 Canary Yellow...restored to factory...what a beautiful machine
881 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:28:49pm |
re: #865 sattv4u2
what a coincidence. Once when I was gassed I ran
onoff of a bridge !
/Kennedy Fix
882 | BatGuano Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:29:03pm |
re: #835 Nevergiveup
Yes -2 tickets to opening day at Shea Stadium in NY.
Alright! I haven't seen Rust Staub play for years.
883 | Dark_Falcon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:29:16pm |
re: #871 avanti
I think we can agree, he's a pretty savvy at politics, but he can't be seen to be taking more credit then is due. I have to admit, I was worried he might hesitate to give the go order since the down side was so large if he pulled a Carter. I can only think of the shit storm if it turned out badly.
I wouldn't call him savvy, avanti. He's a socialist who the MSM let run as an empty vessel into which people could pour their uninformed hopes. He may prove himself savvy, but I would not use that term yet.
884 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:29:35pm |
re: #872 unrealizedviewpoint
Do I have to come up there and split you two up?
he's obsessed with the last word...pretty funny
885 | Cygnus Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:29:49pm |
re: #877 jcm
Alderwood Mall, Lynnwood.
I've been there a few times. It has a pretty good selection. The polished basalt fountains and sitting areas outside are nice, too.
886 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:30:10pm |
887 | David Simon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:30:34pm |
re: #833 lifeofthemind
A Diplomat is a good man who is paid to lie for his country.
And no one did it better than one of our Founding Fathers, Benjamin Franklin. How far we've fallen.
888 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:30:46pm |
re: #885 Cygnus
I've been there a few times. It has a pretty good selection. The polished basalt fountains and sitting areas outside are nice, too.
It's about half a mile from my office, and not out of the way on the way home.
889 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:30:53pm |
re: #884 albusteve
he's obsessed with the last word...pretty funny
yeah ,,,,, I'M "obsessed" with it!
890 | kansas Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:31:15pm |
re: #871 avanti
I think we can agree, he's a pretty savvy at politics, but he can't be seen to be taking more credit then is due. I have to admit, I was worried he might hesitate to give the go order since the down side was so large if he pulled a Carter. I can only think of the shit storm if it turned out badly.
You think the GO order came from Obama? There would have been no shit storm from the MSM. Wonder how long it will be before they do bios on the dead Somalis?
891 | OldLineTexan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:31:20pm |
892 | avanti Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:31:47pm |
re: #829 irongrampa
Yah, I spent 40 years of my life fixing cars, the last 20 in New York. Me and rust are old enemies.
Nice to see someone that appreciates old vehicles, though. New cars, to me, are merely efficient transportation modules with all the appeal of a dead tree stump.
If you hate rust, you need this link. I've been using this method for derusting for many years, and I use a kids wading pool for big parts.
893 | WhiteRasta Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:31:49pm |
The pirates are dead, the Captain is free. Can anything else go right today?
G-d Bless America.
894 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:31:52pm |
re: #871 avanti
I think we can agree, he's a pretty savvy at politics, but he can't be seen to be taking more credit then is due. I have to admit, I was worried he might hesitate to give the go order since the down side was so large if he pulled a Carter. I can only think of the shit storm if it turned out badly.
savvy at politics?...are you dreaming?...look at the wreckage he's waist deep in...or do you consider his towering failures last week triumphant victories?...let me guess
895 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:31:58pm |
re: #882 BatGuano
Alright! I haven't seen Rust Staub play for years.
I love the way Casey Stengle manages the team!
896 | unrealizedviewpoint Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:33:15pm |
re: #884 albusteve
he's obsessed with the last word...pretty funny
You can wait till he heads for home in 40 minutes. Then you can get the last word in.
897 | Dark_Falcon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:33:46pm |
re: #892 avanti
If you hate rust, you need this link. I've been using this method for derusting for many years, and I use a kids wading pool for big parts.
Upding for the useful info. Thank you.
898 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:33:52pm |
re: #896 unrealizedviewpoint
You can wait till he heads for home in 40 minutes. Then you can get the last word in.
less than 30 now ,,, WOO HOOOO
899 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:34:03pm |
re: #896 unrealizedviewpoint
You can wait till he heads for home in 40 minutes. Then you can get the last word in.
haha!...I'm good
900 | dkorta Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:34:10pm |
re: #775 irongrampa
Little curious about why 2 standing orders. Last I remember, a standing order was enforced until rescinded. So why would it be necessary for ordering the use of military force twice?
Beat me to it.
901 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:34:12pm |
re: #895 sattv4u2
I love the way Casey Stengle manages the team!
But I hear he doesn't get along with Choo Choo Coleman?
902 | BatGuano Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:34:29pm |
903 | JacksonTn Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:34:56pm |
here is a Stan Getz medley ... brazilian music ... love him ... I have almost all his albums ... he went through a bossa nova period ... this is from it ...
I am pretty sure now that I think about it ... you guys were talking about Brazil because of the models ... I am an idiot ... but then I am not a guy so I didn't catch it at first ...
904 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:35:03pm |
re: #879 sattv4u2
porn has music !?!?!?!
No we have devised a theory about porn and music..We spent years in college studying it..
The worst the porn..The cheesest music is beginning playing ..it is actually inverse to the quality of porn..Like my Friend said..If Coltrane is playing then there is a great chance of watching world class porn..With a storyline! LOL
905 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:35:08pm |
re: #901 Nevergiveup
But I hear he doesn't get along with Choo Choo Coleman?
here's the best one from the Lovable Mets of yore
Harry Chiti was acquired from the Cleveland Indians on April 25, 1962 for a player to be named later. The player to be named later was Chiti. He was traded for himself.
906 | irongrampa Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:35:19pm |
re: #892 avanti
Hah! We use this for small parts in our restorations. Makes life a ton easier, and it's also great for deciding what, if any, original fasteners to reuse.
907 | mich-again Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:36:21pm |
re: #882 BatGuano
Alright! I haven't seen Rust Staub play for years.
I remember him well from his days at Tiger Stadium. He always practiced bunting in the batting cage before the game. I was a kid and we always went as early as they let us in to watch BP and shag home runs in the stands.
I'm not sure if Rusty ever got the bunt sign in a game, but he was ready if it happened. A real baseball player.
Nowadays (in the AL at least) you see an obvious bunt situation and its a 50/50 if the guy even has a clue how to bunt. You have to try to catch the ball with the bat, the bat should be going backwards at impact. You see guys making millions to play ball and they lunge the bat toward the ball to bunt and end up fouling it off or popping it up. It kills me.
909 | Dr. Shalit Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:36:37pm |
OK Lizardim -
The "Doc" is back in the house. Just looked at News-Busters and saw Ron Howard wishing for and hoping for a weaker, more co-operative America. Thought I was viewing "Opie on Opium." Obviously he hasn't gotten The Message - Even President Obama will NOT go there as of this weekend. This weekend, President Obama, much as I hate to say it, is a Hero. Obviously Ron Howard would have preferred he be a ZERO. Comments anyone?
-S-
910 | quickjustice Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:36:46pm |
re: #893 WhiteRasta
Not to take the shine off a real Navy win today, but there's also this from [Link: www.mudvillegazette.com...] via Instapundit:
"For my part, I wonder if they'll consider arming crews now? Four pirates can overwhelm a ship crewed by 20+, grab a hostage, and keep the US Navy and two thousand Marines tied up for days? How many such victories can we expect in the future?
Not to discount the very real heroics involved here, and I love this story as much as anyone - but how about we don't hit the snooze button now?
More - Fox News now reporting breaking news: "three simultaneous kill shots to the head!". Amazed, they are.
By the way - SEALs aren't the only human beings capable of such shootin' - just sayin'.
Final thought (for now): Bad timing, and all that - how many times do you think we'll see this event referenced in the upcoming defense budget debates as justification for this or that project whose importance is obvious only now? And who will win the prize for stretching that point the farthest?"
912 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:37:00pm |
re: #904 HoosierHoops
world class porn..With a storyline
You need to get cheesier friends
Porn "storylines" !
FEH ,, LOL
913 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:37:37pm |
re: #907 mich-again
I think it did literally kill Phil Rizzuto.
914 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:37:58pm |
re: #907 mich-again
nice little critique...bunting is a lost art, so sad
915 | BatGuano Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:38:11pm |
re: #905 sattv4u2
The '62 Mets? They won the pennant that year, right?
916 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:39:17pm |
re: #909 Dr. Shalit
OK Lizardim -
The "Doc" is back in the house. Just looked at News-Busters and saw Ron Howard wishing for and hoping for a weaker, more co-operative America. Thought I was viewing "Opie on Opium." Obviously he hasn't gotten The Message - Even President Obama will NOT go there as of this weekend. This weekend, President Obama, much as I hate to say it, is a Hero. Obviously Ron Howard would have preferred he be a ZERO. Comments anyone?
-S-
I think Ron's tubes got backed up because he wasn't getting enough on Happy Days?
917 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:39:34pm |
re: #903 JacksonTn
here is a Stan Getz medley ... brazilian music ... love him ... I have almost all his albums ... he went through a bossa nova period ... this is from it ...
[Video]I am pretty sure now that I think about it ... you guys were talking about Brazil because of the models ... I am an idiot ... but then I am not a guy so I didn't catch it at first ...
no riffing, shredding guitars?...wtf?...Stan is the Boss tho, next to Bobby keys that is :)
918 | Dr. Shalit Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:39:59pm |
re: #907 mich-again
mich-again -
Ah - THE BUNT - an almost forgotten art of "Beisbol." That is all.
-S-
919 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:40:05pm |
re: #915 BatGuano
The '62 Mets? They won the pennant that year, right?
Close. They ended the season with 40 wins and 120 losses, a mere 60.5 games out of 1st place
920 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:40:06pm |
re: #914 albusteve
nice little critique...bunting is a lost art, so sad
Lou Pinella, small ball. Get someone on base, and move them up. 116 wins on small ball in Seattle.
921 | mich-again Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:40:08pm |
re: #909 Dr. Shalit
Its a predictable thing. Mushy-headed logic from a Hollyweird. A mutated world-view from someone who has lived their whole life on the other side of the looking glass where nothing is real.
Ritchie Cunningham would have said the same thing back at Arnold's.
922 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:40:53pm |
re: #920 jcm
Lou Pinella, small ball. Get someone on base, and move them up. 116 wins on small ball in Seattle.
one word ,, ICHIRO
923 | dkorta Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:40:56pm |
re: #908 irongrampa
Wonder what the explanation's gonna be?
Wonder if anyone's going to ask for one.
925 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:41:15pm |
re: #919 sattv4u2
Close. They ended the season with 40 wins and 120 losses, a mere 60.5 games out of 1st place
There is no point in losing if ya can't do it right!
927 | Dr. Shalit Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:41:53pm |
re: #915 BatGuano
The '62 Mets? They won the pennant that year, right?
Bat Guano -
Like - NO - try 1969 and 1986. That is all.
-S-
928 | Dark_Falcon Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:41:57pm |
The Brewers pitchers walked in 4 Cubs runs in the 4th inning. Cubs lead 5-1.
929 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:41:58pm |
re: #912 sattv4u2
world class porn..With a storyline
You need to get cheesier friends
Porn "storylines" !
FEH ,, LOL
I like my porn naked, with the storyline containing the minimum plot to rationalize the nakedness.
930 | JacksonTn Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:42:04pm |
re: #917 albusteve
no riffing, shredding guitars?...wtf?...Stan is the Boss tho, next to Bobby keys that is :)
yes ... I love Stan ... read a book about him ... total drunk and heroin addict ... but man I love to listen to him ... he played with almost everybody during his career ... but it seems that most great artists have ... um some issues ... makes me love them even more ... not that there are not artists who don't have issues ...
931 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:42:06pm |
re: #920 jcm
Lou Pinella, small ball. Get someone on base, and move them up. 116 wins on small ball in Seattle.
singles and doubles and good D, smart play....that's how I was coached...by my dad, best coach I ever had
932 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:42:08pm |
re: #920 jcm
Lou Pinella, small ball. Get someone on base, and move them up. 116 wins on small ball in Seattle.
Yeah, but first you gotta buy the best ballplayer in Japan.
933 | JacksonTn Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:42:55pm |
re: #929 AmeriDan
I like my porn naked, with the storyline containing the minimum plot to rationalize the nakedness.
does anyone actually watch a porno movie all the way to the end? ... just asking ...
934 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:43:04pm |
935 | BatGuano Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:43:05pm |
re: #907 mich-again
I hate to sound old, but are fundamentals taught anymore? On the rare occasion when I watch a pro Baseball game, I get the impression I am watching ill trained Prima Donnas.
936 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:43:30pm |
re: #933 JacksonTn
does anyone actually watch a porno movie all the way to the end? ... just asking ...
Yeah and I read the articles also.
937 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:43:39pm |
re: #933 JacksonTn
does anyone actually watch a porno movie all the way to the end? ... just asking ...
The "END" end, or the HAPPY end ?
938 | Gella Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:43:57pm |
re: #933 JacksonTn
does anyone actually watch a porno movie all the way to the end? ... just asking ...
you fast forwarded it
939 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:44:02pm |
re: #932 Nevergiveup
Yeah, but first you gotta buy the best ballplayer in Japan.
I was in the Stadium his first year, when he threw a clothesline from deep right to third base by 8 steps. Base runner was just shaking his head. After that runners rounding second always checked Ichiro. Changed Seattle defense.
940 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:44:05pm |
re: #934 sattv4u2
GMTA,,, (see 922)
You really kicked my ass on that one. I was asleep at the swtich.
941 | irongrampa Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:44:37pm |
re: #923 dkorta
It'll get talked about on blogs like this one, but I doubt the MSM will ever mention it.
942 | Walter L. Newton Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:44:48pm |
re: #933 JacksonTn
does anyone actually watch a porno movie all the way to the end? ... just asking ...
Premature visualization.
943 | jcm Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:44:51pm |
re: #931 albusteve
singles and doubles and good D, smart play....that's how I was coached...by my dad, best coach I ever had
I love D baseball, pitchers duels and good fielding. Low scores, I can't turn games like that off.
944 | Dr. Shalit Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:44:57pm |
re: #931 albusteve
singles and doubles and good D, smart play....that's how I was coached...by my dad, best coach I ever had
albusteve -
Your Dad was right - about "Beisbol" and Life, quick nickels are generally better than Slow Dollars. Comments anyone?
-S-
945 | JacksonTn Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:44:58pm |
re: #938 Gella
you fast forwarded it
ha ha ha ... I figured some of you would answer on that one ...
946 | BatGuano Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:45:06pm |
re: #919 sattv4u2
So, close! Of course, that post was sarcasm: I knew their record. :)
947 | Fat Bastard Vegetarian Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:45:23pm |
I'd probably sail around the horn of Africa with an American flag tomorrow if I were a frikkin' Somali ship.
949 | irongrampa Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:45:50pm |
Always said, if you watch ONE porno flick, you've seen them all.
950 | Gella Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:46:01pm |
re: #945 JacksonTn
ha ha ha ... I figured some of you would answer on that one ...
well imagine how much time u save? or more movies u can watch during that period of time.......... hello
but unfortunately u can't do it with all players :( damn it, its really upsetting
952 | Digital Display Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:46:32pm |
re: #912 sattv4u2
world class porn..With a storyline
You need to get cheesier friends
Porn "storylines" !
FEH ,, LOL
about 8 years ago one of the kids downloaded a sex video to our computer.
Quite the scandal!
Which one of you boys downloaded the Pamela Anderson sex video?
All 3 raised their hands, the little shits..
The preplanning was stunning
953 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:46:41pm |
re: #949 irongrampa
Always said, if you watch ONE porno flick, you've seen them all.
I have a short memory.
955 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:47:22pm |
956 | AmeriDan Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:47:27pm |
re: #933 JacksonTn
does anyone actually watch a porno movie all the way to the end? ... just asking ...
The ending is called the money shot, or so I've heard.
/I'll save Mandy the trouble... WHACK!
957 | Spare O'Lake Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:47:45pm |
re: #933 JacksonTn
does anyone actually watch a porno movie all the way to the end? ... just asking ...
Only the lousy ones.
958 | Dr. Shalit Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:47:55pm |
re: #949 irongrampa
Always said, if you watch ONE porno flick, you've seen them all.
irongrampa -
Category by Category - You Are Right. Plots are NOT their strong point.
-S-
959 | Gella Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:48:29pm |
re: #958 Dr. Shalit
irongrampa -
Category by Category - You Are Right. Plots are NOT their strong point.
-S-
wait what? they do have plots? this is huge news for me
//
960 | BatGuano Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:48:44pm |
re: #948 Sharmuta
Thanks Sharmuta. I hope this means you are Johnny Cash fan (I am). notice he was not actually playing the guitar.
961 | Nevergiveup Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:49:48pm |
962 | Fat Bastard Vegetarian Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:50:17pm |
re: #948 Sharmuta
I can think of worse "kicks" to be on. Loves me some Johnny.
963 | albusteve Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:50:44pm |
re: #943 jcm
I love D baseball, pitchers duels and good fielding. Low scores, I can't turn games like that off.
you play smart and make your own game...agreed...power baseball turns me off
964 | formercorpsman Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:51:07pm |
One quick one.
I still am diametrically opposed to Obama's policies, and really even how someone with his lack of background ever became President.
In order for me to be an honest individual, I must say that I can applaud him if he actually stepped back, listened to the people around him, and allowed our forces to do what they are trained to do.
I will not parse, nor allow my brothers and sisters donning the uniform now to become political pawns of either side. I list toward the side of praise, and lower my own volume in scorn.
Whether I disagree with him or not on almost everything, if he allowed the politics to subside from the scenario, made a true presidential decision in this capture, he deserves some credit.
It pains me to give it to him, but this is a home run no matter who is in the White House.
965 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:51:13pm |
later all. Overnight guy is walking in, so I have to do my briefing
See you tomorrow
966 | avanti Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:51:18pm |
re: #933 JacksonTn
does anyone actually watch a porno movie all the way to the end? ... just asking ...
You reminded me of how scared I was the first time I had sex, because I was all alone.
967 | mich-again Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:51:29pm |
re: #935 BatGuano
I hate to sound old, but are fundamentals taught anymore? On the rare occasion when I watch a pro Baseball game, I get the impression I am watching ill trained Prima Donnas.
My opinion is when teams can pull players from anywhere in the world and their budget for salaries is subsidized by taxpayers then the game will tend to favor pure natural ability. It is, it is and it does.
969 | mich-again Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:52:20pm |
re: #931 albusteve
singles and doubles and good D, smart play....that's how I was coached...by my dad, best coach I ever had
Great post. I know exactly what you mean there.
970 | JacksonTn Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:52:29pm |
re: #966 avanti
You reminded me of how scared I was the first time I had sex, because I was all alone.
Avanti ... that is so wrong ... on so many levels ... that I am not even going to downding you ... I just am getting out the brain bleach ...
971 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:55:00pm |
OK earlier today, I got into a pissing match with a few of you who disagreed with me when I wrote that these thugs weren't pirates but terrorists. Most of you disagreed because of this that and the other thing. Ok I just skimmed a recent article on the situation and it reads:
PIRATES VOW REVENGE
Somali pirates were quick to vow revenge over the shooting of their comrades, as well as a French military assault to rescue a yacht on Friday.
"The French and the Americans will regret starting this killing. We do not kill, but take only ransom. We shall do something to anyone we see as French or American from now," Hussein, a pirate, told Reuters by satellite phone.
So if they start killing hostages in captivity and start attacking and killing crewmen aboard new ships in the region, will you still consider them pirates?
972 | capitalist piglet Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:57:25pm |
re: #761 Occasional Reader
I sure as hell hope they don't call the White House to ask if they can take the shot... guaranteed way to lose it. But I'm pretty sure that's not the way it works. ROE are set to say "you may shoot under X circumstances".
I just saw this exchange elsewhere. I was curious if folks here had anything to add or challenge:
I posted this in the other thread and will repost it here. All of the information was taken from the news briefing by the Navy…
OK, the briefing with an American Vice Admiral was a little more revealing. The Captain of the USS Bainbridge had a standing order from President Obama that he should intervene if at any moment they felt that the life of Captain Phillips was in immediate danger.
XXXXXXXXX on April 12, 2009 at 6:05 PM
XXXXXXXXX–I think the standing order was left over from the Bush Admin. Bush is the one who ordered the navy to the area in the first place. O just OKed what Bush had on the books already. Also, I just don’t think O’s Admin. would have had time to set up the legal foundations for a standing order in 3 months. I know this distinction will not matter to much but Bush does deserve some credit and forethought to issue a standing order on this matter.
######### on April 12, 2009 at 8:40 PM
This link reinforces what I thought. The order to shot to kill was on the books already. It was not a standing order issued by O’s Admin. It was from Bush.
[Link: www.blackfive.net...]######### on April 12, 2009 at 9:18 PM
973 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:57:46pm |
re: #971 So?
if they start killing hostages in captivity and start attacking and killing crewmen aboard new ships in the region, will you still consider them pirates?
There's a hint in there somewhere for you!
974 | Dr. Shalit Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:58:54pm |
re: #948 Sharmuta
Sharmuta -
Bet you will throw a "Metaphoric Shoe" at me for this one, so let me state where I am coming from. Johny Cash, et. ux., maintained a hotel suite a couple of blocks from where I live, at the Berkeley-Carteret Hotel in Asbury Park, NJ for their East Coast trips/Concert Tours. Have had Good and Bad "Relationships." With the BAD Ones, I used to HUMM - Because You're Mine, I Smoke the Twine - as in Hemp. Good ones are Pearls Beyond Price. Bad Ones, Not So Much.
-S-
975 | So? Sun, Apr 12, 2009 6:59:21pm |
re: #973 sattv4u2
if they start killing hostages in captivity and start attacking and killing crewmen aboard new ships in the region, will you still consider them pirates?
There's a hint in there somewhere for you!
answer the f***king question
976 | Dr. Shalit Sun, Apr 12, 2009 7:01:06pm |
re: #971 So?
OK earlier today, I got into a pissing match with a few of you who disagreed with me when I wrote that these thugs weren't pirates but terrorists. Most of you disagreed because of this that and the other thing. Ok I just skimmed a recent article on the situation and it reads:
So if they start killing hostages in captivity and start attacking and killing crewmen aboard new ships in the region, will you still consider them pirates?
So? -
If they do, I will still consider them what they are - RAT BASTARDS. That is all.
-S-
977 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 7:01:22pm |
re: #971 So?
As I walk out, please pnder this scenario
IF the 9/11 hijackers somehow miraculously survived, one of the charges they would have faced would have been (drum roll)
AIR PIRACY
[Link: www.answers.com...]
978 | SteveC Sun, Apr 12, 2009 7:01:44pm |
re: #929 AmeriDan
I like my porn naked, with the storyline containing the minimum plot to rationalize the nakedness.
Wardrobe Supervisor for a porn flick... easiest job in the world!
979 | sattv4u2 Sun, Apr 12, 2009 7:01:48pm |
980 | WindHorse Sun, Apr 12, 2009 7:02:42pm |
re: #975 So?
if they are pirating.... they be pirates..... arrrrr...
981 | Dr. Shalit Sun, Apr 12, 2009 7:04:07pm |
re: #977 sattv4u2
satt4u2 -
Then, from a Legal Standpoint - thank the Creator that they Did Not Survive. That is all.
-S-
982 | eddiespaghetti Sun, Apr 12, 2009 7:11:55pm |