HAPPY BIRTHDAY U.S.A.

Thanks, Charles. And a great Independence Day to you, too. Thanks for the nice place to hang out.

Thanks Charles! A holiday I appreciate more than ever.

It's 1:15 AM on the 5th here, but thanks anyhoo. :D

/and I'm goin ta sleep. z_z

I'm in Paris atm and Happy Independence day everyone! =) Going out now for a big dinner and dancing and stuff. *muahs*

Happy 4th to all of you. I am optimistic about the prospects of Independence.

Happy Independence Day, LGF! This is a driveby but I have a present for you:

Here is a slideshow of great American Flag Bikini Moments.

[Link: www.huffingtonpost.com...]

Yes, it's huffpo. And slide 4 is stephen colbert. But apart from that....enjoy!

Have a great fourth, everyone. My fave holiday.

Sailboats, BBQ and fireworks. . . .

:-D

Happy Independence day Lizards.

Be safe out there.

America the Beautiful -- the Mormon Tabernacle Choir

STATUE OF LIBERTY PICTURES: Rare Views, Inside and Out

Happy Independence Day y'all! Charles, thank you for this thread and for flying Old Glory on your Masthead!
And in honor of Independence Day, I give you a truly beautiful song, sung by a great singer:
[Link: www.imeem.com...]

re: #8 Syrah

Sailboats, BBQ and fireworks. . . .

:-D

Happy Independence day Lizards.

Be safe out there.

Same back atcha Syrah!

re: #7 iceweasel

Happy Independence Day, LGF! This is a driveby but I have a present for you:

Here is a slideshow of great American Flag Bikini Moments.

[Link: www.huffingtonpost.com...]

Yes, it's huffpo. And slide 4 is stephen colbert. But apart from that....enjoy!

Have a great fourth, everyone. My fave holiday.

I'm a traditionalist when it comes to the flag...

The flag should not be used as "wearing apparel, bedding, or drapery",[1] or for covering a speaker's desk, draping a platform, or for any decoration in general (exception for coffins). Bunting of blue, white and red stripes is available for these purposes. The blue stripe of the bunting should be on the top.

Section 1 of Title 4 of the United States Code

Happy Independence day to you too!

Happy birthday America. You are a light to the nations even in this difficult period. Or perhaps all periods are difficult, and this light is needed.

re: #13 jcm

Section 1 of Title 4 of the United States Code

Happy Independence day to you too!

Good point. In an effort to uphold my civic duty to my country, if I see anyone wearing a flag bikini, I will ripe it off right then and there.

re: #13 jcm

Section 1 of Title 4 of the United States Code

Happy Independence day to you too!

I think they have a place to vote there, if you think it's inappropriate use. So, something for everyone!

Have a great Fourth!

Happy 4th, everyone!

Flags started popping up here mid-week. A lovely sight. :D

Is this in the proper spirit?

re: #13 jcm

I would like to give a special use clause to Pamela Anderson. Otherwise, I totally agree.

Happy Independence Day to Charles and all of the lizards.

Enjoy.

Happy Independence day Lizards :)))

God Bless America and
America has been a blessing to the world.

As a first generation immigrant to America, I thank God for everyday I spend here. I am so grateful, we as Americans are so lucky.
God Bless America!

Happy 4th of July.

re: #10 Killgore Trout

STATUE OF LIBERTY PICTURES: Rare Views, Inside and Out

This deserves a Spinoff link.

re: #22 NonNativeTexan

God Bless America and
America has been a blessing to the world.

Indeed, God Bless America. While we have made some pretty bad mistakes during our history (e.g., slavery) we have always tried to correct them (e.g., the Civil War) and because WE know we are not perfect but strive to become better, we are indeed a shining beacon of FREEDOM to the entire World.
God Bless America, indeed.

Happy 4th of July to all you good Lizards!

re: #15 Walter L. Newton

Good point. In an effort to uphold my civic duty to my country, if I see anyone wearing a flag bikini, I will ripe it off right then and there.

Take pictures for documentation please.

"Freedom costs a buck 0 five."

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AMERICA!

How about a little Sousa?

re: #25 HelloDare

You can add it if you want. LGF is running much better for me today but I don't want to push my luck by opening the spinoffs yet.

"While the storm clouds gather far across the sea,
Let us swear allegiance to a land that's free,
Let us all be grateful for a land so fair,
As we raise our voices in a solemn prayer. "

God Bless America,
Land that I love.
Stand beside her, and guide her
Thru the night with a light from above.
From the mountains, to the prairies,
To the oceans, white with foam
God bless America, My home sweet home.

Thank you, God, for letting me be an American. (Thanks to grandparents and parents as well, who made the wise decision to come here!)

re: #15 Walter L. Newton

Good point. In an effort to uphold my civic duty to my country, if I see anyone wearing a flag bikini, I will ripe it off right then and there.

I'll help post your bail.

re: #16 iceweasel

I think they have a place to vote there, if you think it's inappropriate use. So, something for everyone!

Have a great Fourth!

I remember the hippies of the late 60's and early 70's they'd sew a flag on the seat of their jeans so they could sit on the flag.

re: #15 Walter L. Newton

Good point. In an effort to uphold my civic duty to my country, if I see anyone wearing a flag bikini, I will ripe it off right then and there.

Excellent!

;-)

re: #35 jcm

I remember the hippies of the late 60's and early 70's they'd sew a flag on the seat of their jeans so they could sit on the flag.

I remember one that spit teeth.

re: #35 jcm

I remember the hippies of the late 60's and early 70's they'd sew a flag on the seat of their jeans so they could sit on the flag.

No one should use the actual flag in that way.

re: #29 Fat Bastard Vegetarian No, I'm afraid not. This is the true cost of freedom:

re: #10 Killgore Trout

STATUE OF LIBERTY PICTURES: Rare Views, Inside and Out

i remember when i visited statue of Liberty, i went inside all the way up into the crown, it was magnificent :)
thanks for pictures :)

re: #10 Killgore Trout

STATUE OF LIBERTY PICTURES: Rare Views, Inside and Out

Invisible to tourists, the Statue of Liberty's 25-foot-long (7.6-meter-long) left foot, pictured in 1984, brushes against a little-known detail that nevertheless loomed large in sculptor Frederic Bartholdi's design.

Broken chains beneath the statue's toga symbolize freedom from oppression in general and the United States' abolition of slavery—just 20 years prior to the statue's dedication—in particular.

I did not know that.

Benjamin Franklin emerged from the Constitutional Convention and a lady asked him, "Well, Mr. Franklin, what kind of government have you given us?" He did not say democracy. He replied, "Madam, we have given you a republic – if you can keep it."

re: #39 realwest

Sorry. Just quoting "Team America".

I never doubt nor question the price.

re: #31 Killgore Trout

re: #40 Gella

re: #41 MandyManners

I just posted it in the Spinoffs.

*SALUTE*

Happy Birthday to my country!

Happy Birthday AMERICA

Has the Teleprompter in Chief delivered a birthday message yet?

Let's keep those Marines who are fighting in Afghanistan in mind.

Gosh, 233 years. I remember the Bicentennial like it was yesterday.

re: #28 DEZes

Take pictures for documentation please.

... and be sure to post them pronto

re: #47 HelloDare

Has the Teleprompter in Chief delivered a birthday message yet?

From what I read in this morning's OT, it was filled with pitches for his policies. He plans a new "foundation" for America.

Happy Birthday to the USA and a shout out to all you former and current warriors who help(ed) make sure this party continues! Thank you.
-- Bobi

re: #51 MandyManners

From what I read in this morning's OT, it was filled with pitches for his policies. He plans a new "foundation" for America.

So basically, he spit on the birthday cake.

re: #49 Fat Bastard Vegetarian

Gosh, 233 years. I remember the Bicentennial like it was yesterday.

I remember the party after the signing like it was only yesterday. Franklin can belt down a lot of booze before he start rambling about all that science junk.

Happy Independence Day, my lizard friends! I'll share with you the e-card I sent to some folks on Facebook:

Independence Day reminds me how fortunate we are to live in a country that eschews violent street protests in favor of snarky blog commentary

re: #50 pre-Boomer Marine brat

... and be sure to post them pronto

Those pictures are over exposed. ;)

Thank you, Charles.
With red, white and blue greetings to all on this 4th of July.

re: #56 DEZes

Those pictures are over exposed. ;)

*groan*

:D

re: #51 MandyManners

From what I read in this morning's OT, it was filled with pitches for his policies. He plans a new "foundation" for America.

Did he apologize for America existing?

Let's not forget the Air Force!

___ From the Funds of Montezuma, to the Hands of the Greedy ___

No bastard ever won a war by funding windmills to defend his country. He won it by making the other poor dumb bastards build windmills for his country.

While admiring the fireworks today, see the enemies of the United States quake in fear at those fireworks, rejoicing that Future Combat Systems no longer exists :

the Pentagon formally dissolved Future Combat Systems late last month amid growing concerns about the program's cost and capabilities.

The Army now plans to equip all of its brigade combat teams with the program's technology instead of focusing on just a handful. It also will develop a new armored vehicle because previous models were scrapped after being deemed unprepared for threats like road side bombs.[1]

While you enjoy your hot dogs and beer today, ask yourself how the most critical elements of FCS (the network centric upgrades) will survive by trying to join the Brigade Combat Team funding, requiring approval by the Congress and their new 60 Baboon majority:

Boeing will now compete with other companies to manage the successor programs to the Future Combat Systems Brigade Combat Team, a $160 billion Army modernization program, the U.S. Department of Defense said.[2]

While you watch your children today, and they enjoy the freedoms of Americans, ask yourself how the weak kneed "leaders" in Congress and the Executive will defend them:

Senior Army leaders Wednesday expressed more worry about the affect Congress will have on their budget.

"We are very concerned about the ability to sustain the Army modernization funding that we need," says Lt. Gen. Stephen Speakes, the deputy chief of staff for force development, or G8, during a press conference with reporters at the Pentagon. "[3]

Instead of assuring the transfer of critical technologies from FCS to the BCT
(Brigade Combat Team), to defend your home land and children, Broke Obozo and the Congress of Baboons want to pass the Carbon Knee-Cap and Trade Bill, to defend this great land with windmill powered tanks, Tofu flavored MREs, and leaflets to drop behind enemy lines with government funded art school renderings of Michael Moore and Rosie O' Donnell savaging the enemies grain stores.

Even though they formally changed their motto, the Army is still looking
for a few good men, not Congressional excuses:

"funding is more important than ever as the Army moves forward with its plan."

"There is some turmoil right now in redefining the requirements and putting together the acquisition pieces to meet those requirements," Thompson says. "While we are in turmoil, you need as much stability as possible in funding. I would submit to you that the overarching premise is Army does need ground combat vehicle and does need to continue to modernize."

Lawmakers have yet to fully weigh in on the future of the Army's modernization efforts. Only the House passed its version of the DoD Authorization bill. In that legislation, lawmakers wanted a series of reports before the Army could spend portions of the funding[3]

(end part 1)

re: #54 Walter L. Newton

I remember the party after the signing like it was only yesterday. Franklin can belt down a lot of booze before he start rambling about all that science junk.

And, he's a real big hit with the ladies!

re: #55 doppelganglander

Happy Independence Day, my lizard friends! I'll share with you the e-card I sent to some folks on Facebook:

Independence Day reminds me how fortunate we are to live in a country that eschews violent street protests in favor of snarky blog commentary

Take that back or I'll bludgeon you with rhetoric!

/;-)

Happy Fourth!

re: #53 HelloDare

So basically, he spit on the birthday cake.

That pretty much sums it up.

re: #59 DEZes

Did he apologize for America existing?

He set up a real us v. them theme, "us" being him and his fellow travellers and "them" being those they want to bring to our knees.

re: #54 Walter L. Newton

Arrogant drunk, wasn't he?

I wonder what my ancestors who fought in the Revolutionary War would think about the U.S. today.

re: #53 HelloDare

So basically, he spit on the birthday cake.

Now is the time to lay a new foundation for growth and prosperity. Now is the time to revamp our education system, demand more from teachers, parents, and students alike, and build schools that prepare every child in America to outcompete any worker in the world.

The last 233 years on the current foundation which has generated unprecedented growth and prosperity is just.... wrong?

re: #47 HelloDare

Has the Teleprompter in Chief delivered a birthday message yet?

Yes, to his daughter Malia.

If you plan to be around fireworks, don't let this happen to you today........

What's an Independence Day without the Navy?

Well y'all it's been grand, but I do have to leave. I hope you all have a truly GLORIOUS Fourth of July and that I get the chance to see you all down the road.

God Bless all of our Troops, current and past, without whom we would not enjoy our precious Freedom.

God Bless America.

re: #66 Fat Bastard Vegetarian

Arrogant drunk, wasn't he?

You know it. And then he got into an argument about who discovered calculus first, Newton or Leibniz. Couldn't shut him up.

firew*rks, anyone?

And if you have pets and fireworks, definitely don't let this happen either....

BBIAB

re: #70 Pianobuff

If you plan to be around fireworks, don't let this happen to you today........

Hell it even blew the lights back on.

re: #71 MandyManners

What's an Independence Day without the Navy?

Youtube Video

{Mandy} !

:D

re: #53 HelloDare

So basically, he spit pissed and shat on the birthday cake.

There, fixed that for ya!

Go, Army!

Happy Independence Day y'all!

Don't blow off any parts you'll be needing later.

(part 2)

[T]he Army by early September will try to reassure Congress and the Defense Department, about its new plan for modernization

After canceling a portion of the FCS program June 23, the Army set up a task force to come up with a new strategy in 120 days.

the group is relying on experts in DoD and outside of the military for help in developing the plan. In fact, the Army put together a panel of outside experts to make recommendations.

Speakes says this ensures the Army is taking a holistic approach to the development of its strategy. He adds the approach includes combat veterans and current and former brigade commanders.

He adds that the Army is facing a dual sense of urgency needing to get tools into combat and needing to get the support of Congress that it can deliver capabilities.

Speakes says DoD Secretary Robert Gates has offered assurances that he would protect the Army's funding. But DoD officials are meeting with House and Senate appropriation and authorization committee members to ensure the funds are secured.

The task force's report will be finished after Labor Day and reviewed by senior DoD leaders before going to the Congress, he adds.[3]

Your country is in the best of hands -- your own -- not the Baboons.

(end)

re: #75 Pianobuff

And if you have pets and fireworks, definitely don't let this happen either....

LOL!

And then he runs into the HOUSE with it !

An interesting little factoid, the Russian Navy helped deter Britain and France from intervening on the Confederate side during the Civil War.

In 1863, during the American Civil War, the Russian Navy's Atlantic and Pacific Fleets wintered in the American ports of New York and San Francisco respectively. Some historians credit this visit as a major factor in deterring France and England from entering the war on the Confederate side.[1][who?]. Delahaye states that besides supporting the Union, Russia was also preparing for a war with France and England should they intervene in the Polish insurrection of 1863. The Russian Navy was weak and could easily be blockaded in its home ports, but if it was in the US when the war started it could more easily attack British and French commerce.[2]

Imperial Russian Navy

They were given a royal welcome in New York especially,
A Royal Welcome for the Russian Navy

re: #75 Pianobuff

And if you have pets and fireworks, definitely don't let this happen either....

Thats the funniest thing ive seen in months.

re: #82 blackpajamas

Gates is *not* to be trusted........

Happy Fourth of July!

re: #86 redc1c4

Gates is *not* to be trusted........

"In fact, the Army put together a panel of outside experts to make recommendations."

ACORN!

:-) Have a great 4-th of July everybody!

re: #70 Pianobuff

If you plan to be around fireworks, don't let this happen to you today........

holy shit!

re: #86 redc1c4

Gates is *not* to be trusted........

Hey why not, he sees to me to be doing a pretty good job in a tough position, and to have immense credibility with Obama - and just try to imagine who SecDef might be, if Obama had to choose again.

re: #20 Pvt Bin Jammin

Mr. Bunny raised our new flag this morning. We sat on the porch, listening to this, sipping coffee while silently thanking all men and women, past and present, who fought and sacrificed for our freedom.

The picture of the young man receiving the flag brings me to tears every time I see it.

Happy Independence Day! Always remember and never forget...This nation will remain the land of the free only as long as it is the home of the brave ~ Elmer Davis.

re: #90 itellu3times

seems

re: #90 itellu3times

*shudder*

Happy birthday, America!

Happy Independence Day to all.

Even Huff and Kos.
//May their itching and scaling diseases be in remission today.

re: #90 itellu3times

Hey why not, he sees to me to be doing a pretty good job in a tough position, and to have immense credibility with Obama - and just try to imagine who SecDef might be, if Obama had to choose again.

mostly because he's doing whatever Ear Leader wants, instead of standing up for what DOD needs....... F-22's for one thing.

Indeed! I appreciate all Lizards do exploring unalienable rights and the consent of the governed ... I hope all here have a wonderful and safe weekend.

re: #86 redc1c4

Gates is *not* to be trusted........

Surprises From Gates's 1996 Memoir

Rather, in his memoirs, the new Pentagon chief [Robert Gates] leaps repeatedly to the defense of Jimmy Carter, the sole Democrat for whom he worked, who was often seen as weak on the Soviet Union and taken by surprise when it invaded Afghanistan in December 1979.

re: #67 Bear

And I wonder what our successors will think of us when they get the bill for our spending.

If anyone has trouble getting to her or his destination today, this is what you should've taken instead of a vehicle.

bbl

re: #98 Gus 802

*retch*

Happy Independence Day!

May we sustain the BLESSINGS OF LIBERTY for ourselves and our posterity.

To me, having been born in this country means I won the lottery... At birth!

re: #70 Pianobuff

If you plan to be around fireworks, don't let this happen to you today........

[Video]

Hahaha!

Quite the explosion. Blew the light back on, and changed his shirt.

I just spent 2 hours at the park selling raffle tickets for a rifle to raise money for the Republican Party, and getting signatures on a petition for Voter ID. Then I watched the parade. Now, off to the ice cream social, then home for a nap.

Happy Independence Day!

re: #98 Gus 802

From your link: This may be a first for a defense secretary:

(Gates also shows a bit of dovish ankle, revealing that before leaving the CIA to work in the Nixon White House, he marched in a May 1970 antiwar demonstration.)

re: #102 MandyManners

*retch*

Indeed. Robert Gates, our "go to guy" for defending Jimmy Carter whom he worked for at one point in his career. Career yes man from Georgetown.

re: #100 MandyManners

If anyone has trouble getting to her or his destination today, this is what you should've taken instead of a vehicle.

That video gets me hot......

re: #106 jaunte

From your link: This may be a first for a defense secretary:

Yes, a pattern is revealed. The true profile of Gates.

Hope everyone has a great Independence Day!

Happy 4th of July everyone!

Celebrate safely and remind your kids what today means.

The crown of the Statue of Liberty opens today, the Fourth of July.

Going sailing with the family... may you all have a great day.

re: #113 Occasional Reader

Going sailing with the family... may you all have a great day.

Have a great one.

re: #107 Gus 802

Indeed. Robert Gates, our "go to guy" for defending Jimmy Carter whom he worked for at one point in his career. Career yes man from Georgetown.

His character is lacking in that regard.

re: #107 Gus 802

Indeed. Robert Gates, our "go to guy" for defending Jimmy Carter whom he worked for at one point in his career. Career yes man ass-kisser from Georgetown.

There, fixed that for ya! And I'm being kind with those words.

re: #108 DEZes

That video gets me hot......

As hot as that tank that was pounded to bits?

I salute you all today - happy 4th of July, and many thanks to courageous Americans who have fought for freedom in this country and all over the world. As a "new American" I am grateful today for this wonderful country...and thanks to Charles for being a beacon in these days.

re: #111 Racer X

Happy 4th of July everyone!

Celebrate safely and remind your kids what today means.

Oh, yes.

re: #117 MandyManners

As hot as that tank that was pounded to bits?

Molten.

re: #116 Macker

There, fixed that for ya! And I'm being kind with those words.

Thanks!

re: #113 Occasional Reader

Going sailing with the family... may you all have a great day.

Stay safe!

re: #81 itellu3times

Happy Independence Day y'all! Don't blow off any parts you'll be needing later.

So, you don't think these novelty Penis Poppers are a good idea?

re: #118 kiwiviv

I salute you all today - happy 4th of July, and many thanks to courageous Americans who have fought for freedom in this country and all over the world. As a "new American" I am grateful today for this wonderful country...and thanks to Charles for being a beacon in these days.

Thank you, and thank your son for serving.

kiwiviv Welcome!

re: #124 DEZes

Thank you, and thank your son for serving.

DeZes - yes, I will pass on your greetings to my Stephen today. Thank you

re: #120 DEZes

Molten.

There's a cure for that.

re: #125 Bear

Thanks Bear. I feel like I "fit" more in the USA than my nation of birth - even though I love NZ with a passion.

re: #123 Walter L. Newton

So, you don't think these novelty Penis Poppers are a good idea?

*thud*

Oh, my stars and garters!

re: #118 kiwiviv

Welcome, and right on with the "fought for freedom."

My sense is that we have to fight for freedom every day, against those people that would try to steal it, a bit at a time

re: #129 MandyManners

*thud*

Oh, my stars and garters!

You gonna push him in the pool too?

re: #118 kiwiviv

I salute you all today - happy 4th of July, and many thanks to courageous Americans who have fought for freedom in this country and all over the world. As a "new American" I am grateful today for this wonderful country...and thanks to Charles for being a beacon in these days.

Proud to have you! Give your son a hug from this Lizard next time you see him.

re: #131 DEZes

You gonna push him in the pool too?

If one of those poppers goes off too close, he might jump.

I've got a squirrel in my bunkhouse....he is unafraid of me and won't leave...he's been here before...no manners whatsoever the little rascal

re: #131 DEZes

You gonna push him in the pool too?

Someone, push me in the pool, it's on fire... it's on fire...

re: #130 Sambo

Welcome, and right on with the "fought for freedom."

My sense is that we have to fight for freedom every day, against those people that would try to steal it, a bit at a time

I totally agree. We must be vigilant with the victories that have cost so much and courageous with those that still need champions. Doing nothing is NOT an option.

re: #135 Walter L. Newton

Someone, push me in the pool, it's on fire... it's on fire...

*SHOVE*

re: #136 kiwiviv

I totally agree. We must be vigilant with the victories that have cost so much and courageous with those that still need champions. Doing nothing is NOT an option.

From your lips to FCBBHO's ears.

re: #135 Walter L. Newton

Someone, push me in the pool, it's on fire... it's on fire...

HOT dog.

I'm celebrating Independence Day at a rooftop BBQ/party in San Fran's SoMa district. Am praying that if there's some moonbat there who uses today as an excuse to vent anti-American spewings, I have the self-discipline to ignore them.

re: #132 MandyManners

Thanks MM - I will certainly pass on the love.

re: #134 albusteve

Aw, you have a new friend... break out the beer and peanuts!

re: #137 MandyManners

*SHOVE*

I knew it......

re: #138 MandyManners

I'm afraid he's deaf!

re: #136 kiwiviv

I totally agree. We must be vigilant with the victories that have cost so much and courageous with those that still need champions. Doing nothing is NOT an option.

We currently have a president who is ideologically opposed to "freedom" as outlined and detailed by our Founding Fathers and plotted out in our foundational documents.

re: #115 MandyManners

His character is lacking in that regard.

edited for accuracy and clarity.

/white smoke

re: #140 mikalm

You're in luck. The moonbats are pretty happy this year. I've seen more patriotism from the Koskidz today than on PJM.

re: #140 mikalm

I'm celebrating Independence Day at a rooftop BBQ/party in San Fran's SoMa district. Am praying that if there's some moonbat there who uses today as an excuse to vent anti-American spewings, I have the self-discipline to ignore them.

Or at least push it off the roof... whoops, did I say that?
/

re: #139 DEZes

HOT dog.

Don't forget the beanies!

re: #147 Killgore Trout

You're in luck. The moonbats are pretty happy this year. I've seen more patriotism from the Koskidz today than on PJM.

Then go enjoy yourself.

re: #112 NY Nana

I should have said 're-opens'...it has been closed since 9/11.

To be honest? I am somewhat conflicted about it, as it is such a part of our country, and the statue was a beacon for so many of our ancestors, mine included, who came here to have a life, literally...yet it could very well be a target for terrorists now that the crown is again open.

The One, and the dim-wit Demonrat US Congressman, Anthony Weiner pushed for the re-opening. In this case, to me, it is a case of 'Be careful what you wish for.'

we have the best, most dedicated Armed Forces the world has ever seen...nobody can stand against them and prevail...nobody....that right there is an awsome feature to be cherished and respected and I do...like OR hust said, we all hit the jackpot

re: #140 mikalm

I'm celebrating Independence Day at a rooftop BBQ/party in San Fran's SoMa district. Am praying that if there's some moonbat there who uses today as an excuse to vent anti-American spewings, I have the self-discipline to ignore them.

Or, the ability to keep focused if you let her/him have it with both barrels.

re: #143 DEZes

Careful Dezes, once one goes in....everyone's in!

Remember that we are still fighting for freedom today......

re: #144 kiwiviv

I'm afraid he's deaf!

Tone-deaf for sure.

re: #147 Killgore Trout

You're in luck. The moonbats are pretty happy this year. I've seen more patriotism from the Koskidz today than on PJM.

Bear in mind that I'm in the San Francisco Bay Area, and there's a sizable percentage of folks here who think BHO is "Bush II"...

re: #145 Walter L. Newton

We currently have a president who is ideologically opposed to "freedom" as outlined and detailed by our Founding Fathers and plotted out in our foundational documents.

Yes - I am afraid for our allies (whom he seems to enjoy insulting) and our enemies (whom he slobbers over)

He reminds of those dogs that flop on the ground and expose their privates to show subservience.

re: #140 mikalm

I'm celebrating Independence Day at a rooftop BBQ/party in San Fran's SoMa district. Am praying that if there's some moonbat there who uses today as an excuse to vent anti-American spewings, I have the self-discipline to ignore them.

or the skill to accidentally bump them over the edge...... %-)

re: #152 albusteve

we have the best, most dedicated Armed Forces the world has ever seen...nobody can stand against them and prevail...nobody....that right there is an awsome feature to be cherished and respected and I do...like OR hust said, we all hit the jackpot

Which, our wonderful Vice President pointed out today in Iraq. Who let him in on the secret?
/

re: #142 Fluffy Bunny

Aw, you have a new friend... break out the beer and peanuts!

he got in yesterday and into a bowl of roast peanuts on my stove...good lord what a mess...and he steals my ripe tomatoes...I leave all my doors open here all summer...critters come and go, but he just won't be scared off...he runs and hides instead...he knows where the doors are

*steps out of the shadows* Happy fourth to all of lizardom and to the troops not here for the fourth. heres Avenged Sevenfolds tribute to all who cant be with their families today. Keep fighting the good fight and rock on.

re: #140 mikalm

I'm celebrating Independence Day at a rooftop BBQ/party in San Fran's SoMa district. Am praying that if there's some moonbat there who uses today as an excuse to vent anti-American spewings, I have the self-discipline to ignore them.

Point the roman candles at em, accidentally of course.

re: #157 mikalm

I'm in Portland so I understand. I've seen some patriotism in the blogosphere but I still don't see any flags in my neighborhood this year.

re: #161 albusteve

he got in yesterday and into a bowl of roast peanuts on my stove...good lord what a mess...and he steals my ripe tomatoes...I leave all my doors open here all summer...critters come and go, but he just won't be scared off...he runs and hides instead...he knows where the doors are

Can you say "Furries?"

re: #164 Killgore Trout

I'm in Portland so I understand. I've seen some patriotism in the blogosphere but I still don't see any flags in my neighborhood this year.

Ah, Portland -- where moonbats migrate when they're too broke and crazy to live in the Bay Area!

re: #160 Walter L. Newton

Which, our wonderful Vice President pointed out today in Iraq. Who let him in on the secret?
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he probably shat his pants a little having said what he did...there is a record of his dismissal of our troops and he knows it...truly a disgusting fool

re: #164 Killgore Trout

I'm in Portland so I understand. I've seen some patriotism in the blogosphere but I still don't see any flags in my neighborhood this year.

Do your neighbors see your flag?

re: #166 mikalm

Ah, Portland -- where moonbats migrate when they're too broke and crazy to live in the Bay Area!

Portland, where all the moonbats and neo-hippies went because they heard there wasn't any work.

re: #161 albusteve

You know, they can be "trained" to take peanuts out of your shirt pocket. Once you start, though, be prepared to keep massive amounts of peanuts on hand!

Happy 4th.

Here is a cheesy fun vid. No charge for the also cheesy and very ignorable graphics.

re: #164 Killgore Trout

I'm in Portland so I understand. I've seen some patriotism in the blogosphere but I still don't see any flags in my neighborhood this year.

I'm surprised. I thought -- after all the flag waving post-election day -- they loved America. I guess those were disposables they were waving around.

THIS is why Osama and the Taliban will NEVER win:

I was born and raised in a little antique village in MI...raised my kids there too...we had a wonderful parade every Fourth right out of a story book...people would come for miles to see it...every year there was an army tank, an old antique Stuart that was sorta the centerpiece, real color guards that would stop and fire blanks for effect...we could just ride our bikes into the village and cruise around...very colorful and traditional...the sheriff posse, antique cars...think Rockwell...later in the day was a grand chicken cookout and ice cream social picnic in the village square (complete with cannon, churches around it and a tiny little music pavallion)....and of course fireworks in the evening....what a life I had back then and I miss it terribly sometimes

re: #165 Walter L. Newton

Can you say "Furries?"

fooyies...fuyers...fouries
(Steve Martin)

re: #173 kiwiviv

THIS is why Osama and the Taliban will NEVER win:

[Video]

Sorry - if you read even the first page of comments, maybe I am mistaken....just maybe we have a generation or two that just don't get it!

re: #170 Fluffy Bunny

You know, they can be "trained" to take peanuts out of your shirt pocket. Once you start, though, be prepared to keep massive amounts of peanuts on hand!

my sister trained them back home...your right about the chow

re: #176 kiwiviv

Sorry - if you read even the first page of comments, maybe I am mistaken....just maybe we have a generation or two that just don't get it!

My great nephew and his buddies get it:

Happy Independence Day to all my fellow Americans!

re: #176 kiwiviv

Sorry - if you read even the first page of comments, maybe I am mistaken....just maybe we have a generation or two that just don't get it!

Its the patriots on the left that spew that kind of filth.

re: #178 Pvt Bin Jammin

My great nephew and his buddies get it:

[Video]

Ahhh yes....that made me smile

re: #181 kiwiviv

Ahhh yes....that made me smile

Proud of that one, I am.

re: #182 Pvt Bin Jammin

Proud of that one, I am.

And well you should be!

Again - thank you to all who serve in the forces today - This is a great day to remember, and be grateful for our freedom

re: #1 DEZes

HAPPY BIRTHDAY U.S.A.

The sounds of the Revolution.

Went to a parade today and saw a golf cart with an Obama

Change You Can Believe In

sign on the front and spinners on the wheels. It seemed strangely appropriate.

To all the armed forces reading lgf, we salute you! We're proud of you, we're thankful for you, and we pray for you daily.

Happy Independence Day.

Happy 4th of July everyone. Handed out Icee pops at the end of the parade route to the band kids who marched in 90+ heat this morning and I still can't get the blue color off my fingertips. lol. My flag is out and the grill is on. I am blessed to live in this great country where circumstances of birth don't matter and you are what you make of yourself. Thank You America.

re: #96 redc1c4

mostly because he's doing whatever Ear Leader wants, instead of standing up for what DOD needs....... F-22's for one thing.

F-22s are a hard call, depending on what's coming down the pike in UCAVs, and I suspect Gates knew he'd be overriden on that, playing politics - and well!

I'm much more concerned with what weapons we're selling Egypt, Israel, and the Sauds, but don't really know Gates' role in that.

Happy July 4th to all!

And thanks to Charles for keeping it going.

the thread has lots of youtube clips of the how -- now let's give a moment's thought to the why.

The New Colossus
(emma lazarus, 1883)

Not like the brazen giant of Greek fame,
With conquering limbs astride from land to land;
Here at our sea-washed, sunset gates shall stand
A mighty woman with a torch, whose flame
Is the imprisoned lightning, and her name
Mother of Exiles. From her beacon-hand
Glows world-wide welcome; her mild eyes command
The air-bridged harbor that twin cities frame.
"Keep ancient lands, your storied pomp!" cries she
With silent lips. "Give me your tired, your poor,
Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free,
The wretched refuse of your teeming shore.
Send these, the homeless, tempest-tost to me,
I lift my lamp beside the golden door!"

Happy anti-Obama Day, everyone!

Tony.

re: #15 Walter L. Newton

Good point. In an effort to uphold my civic duty to my country, if I see anyone wearing a flag bikini, I will ripe it off right then and there.

Heh. Elsewhere on the Web -- specifically, on a pr0n blog that I won't link to because it's quite X-rated -- the bisexual blog owner posted a little July 4th montage of hot chicks in flag bikinis, plus a photo of Mark Spitz wearing nothing but a mustache, 7 or 8 gold medals, and Star Spangled bikini briefs.

To this day, still the best country on this earth. Let your Independence Day be full of thankfulness, joy, and gratitude for all those before us that earned what we enjoy today.

There is much to criticize, but in the end all of our achievements and blessings exponentially overshadow our faults and downfalls. Happy Fourth, everyone.

And lest we forget: The Muppets' Stars & Stripes FOREVER! Do you know the words?

Happy 4th of July!

Amerika, du hast es besser—als unser Kontinent, das alte.
America, you have it better than our continent, the old one. - Goethe