One of my classmates is an English major who enjoys reading. This may not mean much to the unlearned, but this is the first person I have met in the Army with whom I can discuss literature; he was...
Its cliche' time. I can't believe its been three years since I started this blog thing;I the anniversary of the birth of Irresponsible Journalsim totally crept up on me (thanks to Beth for the headsup). I suppose it'd be tradition to...
So by now everyone and their grandmother has seen the SNL Chronicles of Narnia rap video "Lazy Monday". Well, the West Coast responded. And now the Midwest with Lazy Muncie. What about the Southeast? Where's The Nooga?...
The traditional Orthodox Lenten fast is a rigorous one: The Lenten Fast Great Lent is the longest and strictest fasting season of the year. Week before Lent ("Cheesefare Week"): Meat and other animal products are prohibited, but eggs and dairy products are permitted,...
recent work: a small one for the Steel Man (how could you NOT elect him?) and a bigger one if you want to buy a pool table. kudos to Jacob for doing the bulk of the work of translating our old ecommerce...
Well, we sure are finding strange bedfellows these days. Today, Sen. Shelby, said the Bush administration broke the law and the law is very clear with respect to foreign countries, Dubai Port Deal broke the Law. It's my interpretation...
Being an uncle's good. Until the niece asks to fly her around in circles. "I'll do it," I say, "if you don't mind throw-up in your hair." "Yucky," she says decidedly. ...
my sister carson mixes up language so wonderfully. we have some friends from church she calls the blueberries. the husband's name is berry but she got it confused after their introduction, and called them mr. and mrs. blueberry. they will...
A very interesting article from Classical Quarterly. Note: pdf file. Mimesis and Understanding: An Interpretation of Aristotle’s Poetics 4.1448B4–19...
[Cross-posted from the March 1, 2006 Pulse.] Twenty years ago, I was a big fan of Frank Herbert’s Dune novels. I still am, even though I haven’t read one in at least a decade. (I did check out one of the...
Riverbend officials have announced that this year's Old Dude(s) Playing With The CSO -- a title previously held by the Temptations, Randy Newman and Michael McDonald -- will be Kenny Rogers. I'd like you to think about this. "Islands in the...
For all my fundamentalist brothers and sisters. I do love you, but please go easy on your sauce. Not a single one of us(catholic) is going to heaven because we can follow the law. The jews don't claim to. I...
Echo, Wow and Flutter, 2000, Leaves, pills, photo-collage, acrylic. resin on wood panel, 84 x 120 Since being married, I have become more acutely aware of the odd collection of "ways that I am." There seems to be a push...
I'm in the process of packing up today. I will be crashing on the couch of this guy for the next few weeks. I am looking for any sort of part-time job, if you have any leads/ideas please let me know. This morning, a...
On the discussion of the Chattanooga Times Free Press "Enhanced Edition" davidm said, in a comment, "I have to see this." I hope this image helps, David. This is today's edition. The red lines indicate that I was hovering...
Phillip Longman has an essay in Foreign Policy with that title. In short, he argues what I've been arguing for a few years now: the current secular welfare state is cultural suicide, for it promotes a decline in birthrates,...
According to this survey I have the following dominant patterns in my learning style: Intuitive over Sensing: "Intuitive learners often prefer discovering possibilities and relationships." Visual over verbal: "Visual learners remember best what they see--pictures, diagrams, flow charts, time lines, films,...
The official favorite journalist of The Quiet Ones, Aaron Mesh has a review of Wilco's Kicking Television that is featured on Wilco's website here. Just happened to find it today....
Whether he likes it or not, the Scooter world in Chattanooga revolves around Stan Obal. He is our begrudging leader, a Chattanooga Scooter World Historical Figure, if you will. Perhaps most importantly, he's the only scooter mechanic in town. At least...
We are still looking for a place to rent. We will be moving in the middle of May or on June 1st. We are looking for: 2 Bedrooms Appliances Included (fridge, stove, dishwasher, etc.) Pet-Friendly We are only interested in moving to the...
Compiled from David Morton's Rabbit Valley Road blog: Downloads The Liars have new record out on March 21. It is called Drums Not Dead. Click here for mp3's. Now defunct, Imaginary Baseball League complete records. Download new single from The Streets' upcoming LP, The...
Episcopal priest Matt Kennedy in his post, Jesus Never Said That?, takes on the ubiquitous myth among advocates of homosexual behavior that Jesus never addressed homosexual behavior, therefore he did not condemn it, therefore he approves of it. (The...
The birds have been really busy this week. As the first blossoms are starting appear in the trees and the crocuses and daffodils make an early appearance in the gardens, the birds outside my window have markedly stepped up their...
Okay this entry is a little late; but I got a new car. Actually, it's a SUV and most people call them trucks; but I call them a car in general. I got it Monday and it is...
I'll be the first to admit it - I can get a bit loopy when I stay in too long. This winter has kept me in more than usual and I'm ready to be sane and warm. Inside we play...
...how she does it. While I barely keep up with one Amy juggles four under the age of six. I know people who have more children but I'm watching Amy in the day to day. photo of my Jack taken by...
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