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  • in reply to: Some Christian pastors praised the slaughter at Pulse. #46423
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    I’m optimistic for a future where we have common sense gun regulations.
    Even Trump came out and said we shouldn’t sell guns to people on the terror watch list.
    Can’t wait for the NRA pity party when semi autos are banned…

    in reply to: Some Christian pastors praised the slaughter at Pulse. #46384
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    bnw:

    Have you ever known someone, or several someones, who were slaughtered with a semi automatic rifle?

    Have you ever tried to explain to crying, screaming, unconsolable children why people important to them had just been snuffed out like a candle, and had to explain to them why one little scrawny fuck was able to kill 26 people in such a short time??

    If your answer is no, consider yourself lucky, because if things stay status quo, your luck, and everybody else’s luck is going to run out.

    in reply to: Some Christian pastors praised the slaughter at Pulse. #46379
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    I saw sound bites from several “Baptist” preachers after Orlando. Unbelievable and totally disgusting that there are people alive in this country in the 21st century that can actually spew out that type of vitriol, especially after so many fellow Americans were just butchered.

    BNW: I find it highly ironic that you are telling other posters that they are being too negative when it is the very policies you support that have made them so world weary. Can you see that?

    in reply to: Another day another mass shooting #46011
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    Right on, bnw!

    I want to exercise my 2nd amendment rights. I want a 40 mm grenade launcher. Better yet, I want artillery, 155 mm. What, I can’t? But why, don’t I have the right??

    Please understand, to me, your argument of exercising your 2nd Amendment right with regard to long guns just makes you sound silly.

    in reply to: Another day another mass shooting #45946
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    This is a very sore subject for me. I personally have gone through several of the Kubler Ross stages after Sandy Hook.

    Worse, my daughter, who attended Sandy Hook Elementary and knew most of the adults who were butchered has had several anxiety attacks at school in Boston, imagining there were shooters in all the tall buildings around her. She was diagnosed with PTSD. She has always been a very open, caring, empathic kid, and was really ship wreaked after Sandy Hook. She seems better after a year plus of therapy, but I’m not sure we’ll ever be the same again.

    To be clear, I consider any gun that will fire every time you pull the trigger and has a magazine of over 10 bullets an assault weapon. Why the fuck would any law abiding US citizen need something like that?

    Compensation issues (i.e. little dick)??

    in reply to: Another day another mass shooting #45930
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    My heart goes out to all those directly affected.

    America has a sickness, and one of the symptoms is that assault weapons are sold to the general public.

    in reply to: This is just dope #45908
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    That’s a bit too simplistic. Turns out the RD-180 was first used by us in 2000.

    From Wikipedia:

    The roots of the RD-180 rocket engine extend back into the Soviet Energia launch vehicle project. The RD-170, a four-chamber engine, was developed for use on the strap-on boosters for this vehicle, which ultimately was used to lift the Buran orbiter. This engine was scaled down to a two-chamber version by combining the RD-170’s combustion devices with half-size turbomachinery. After successful performance in engine tests on a test stand and high-level agreements between the US government and the Russian government, the engines were imported to the US for use on the Lockheed Martin Atlas III, with first flight in 2000. The engine is also used on the United Launch Alliance Atlas V, the successor to the Atlas III.[1]

    No idea what Obama was doing in the late 90’s, but I’m fairly sure he had no influence on whether or not to purchase rocket engines from the Russians.

    It just blows my mind that less than 10 years after the end of the Soviet Union, we started buying the main rocket engine needed to launch MUOS, SBIRS and GPS satellites from our “good friends” the Russians.

    in reply to: My Computer ate my music! #45907
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    Yes to Windows 10.

    I finally broke down about a month ago and clicked “Download” on the “Upgrade to Windows 10” tab that was popping up every day.

    I have all the files backed up on CD. I’m gonna reload them and see what happens.

    TSRF
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    Trump is to the Antichrist
    What John the Baptist was to Christ

    OK, I don’t believe in either, just being hyperbolic…

    However, I truly do believe many artists, especially musicians can glimpse the future.

    I think Mr. Frank Zappa was in such a state and nailed The Donald to a Tee with the following:

    “I’m The Slime”

    [backing vocals Tina Turner & The Ikettes]

    I am gross and perverted
    I’m obsessed ‘n deranged
    I have existed for years
    But very little has changed
    I’m the tool of the Government
    And industry too
    For I am destined to rule
    And regulate you

    I may be vile and pernicious
    But you can’t look away
    I make you think I’m delicious
    With the stuff that I say
    I’m the best you can get
    Have you guessed me yet?
    I’m the slime oozin’ out
    From your TV set

    You will obey me while I lead you
    And eat the garbage that I feed you
    Until the day that we don’t need you
    Don’t go for help . . . no one will heed you
    Your mind is totally controlled
    It has been stuffed into my mold
    And you will do as you are told
    Until the rights to you are sold

    That’s right, folks . . .
    Don’t touch that dial

    Well, I am the slime from your video
    Oozin’ along on your livin’ room floor

    I am the slime from your video
    Can’t stop the slime, people, lookit me go

    I am the slime from your video
    Oozin’ along on your livin’ room floor

    I am the slime from your video
    Can’t stop the slime, people, lookit me go

    in reply to: King Arthur #45797
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    Way back in the early days of this thread, WV stated, “Show me a sword in a movie, and I’ll show you a bad movie.”

    Is that so? How about a bunch of swords and some axes too?

    One of my favorite movies growing up, and I always watched it when it was on “The 4:30 Movie” was “The Vikings” in all its Technicolor glory.

    Kirk Douglas, Tony Curtis, Ernest Borgnine… movie magic.

    in reply to: happy birthday TSRF #45004
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    Thank you, all.

    52 years young (don’t feel a day over 51 99/100’s…).

    When I feel old, I just think of my dad. He is 93 and is in an Assisted Living facility. They are recognizing him tomorrow for being a vet. My son and I will go there tomorrow for the 10AM service.

    Thank you all for being here to talk with. Although I have never met any of you in person, I consider you all friends in spirit and partners in crime.

    Sto Lat!

    in reply to: happy birthday TSRF #44958
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    Wow, Pink Floyd cake!

    I am honored, sir.

    in reply to: Trump to debate Bernie before California primary #44953
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    I have this sick feeling… haven’t had it since the morning of the Rams – Pats Super Bowl…
    Can The Donald play a fiddle?

    in reply to: Exploitation of Veteran's Day #44952
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    Funny (not funny ha ha, funny ironic) debate. Depending on how I do the math, we (the USA) have been in a constant state of war since 2001 or 1941.

    Pick either date, it really doesn’t matter. I don’t see us getting out of this war without end any time soon. Do you?

    Life During Wartime

    Heard of a van that is loaded with weapons,
    Packed up and ready to go
    Heard of some grave sites, out by the highway,
    A place where nobody knows

    The sound of gunfire, off in the distance,
    I’m getting used to it now
    Lived in a brownstone, lived in a ghetto,
    I’ve lived all over this town

    This ain’t no party, this ain’t no disco,
    This ain’t no fooling around
    No time for dancing, or lovey dovey,
    I ain’t got time for that now

    Transmit the message, to the receiver,
    Hope for an answer some day
    I got three passports, a couple of visas,
    You don’t even know my real name

    High on a hillside, the trucks are loading,
    Everything’s ready to roll
    I sleep in the daytime, I work in the nighttime,
    I might not ever get home

    This ain’t no party, this ain’t no disco,
    This ain’t no fooling around
    This ain’t no Mudd Club, or C. B. G. B.,
    I ain’t got time for that now

    Heard about Houston? Heard about Detroit?
    Heard about Pittsburgh, P. A.?
    You oughta know not to stand by the window
    Somebody see you up there

    I got some groceries, some peanut butter,
    To last a couple of days
    But I ain’t got no speakers, ain’t got no headphones,
    Ain’t got no records to play

    Why stay in college? Why go to night school?
    Gonna be different this time
    Can’t write a letter, can’t send no postcard,
    I ain’t got time for that now

    Trouble in transit, got through the roadblock,
    We blended in with the crowd
    We got computers, we’re tapping phone lines,
    I know that that ain’t allowed

    We dress like students, we dress like housewives,
    Or in a suit and a tie
    I changed my hairstyle, so many times now,
    I don’t know what I look like!

    You make me shiver, I feel so tender,
    We make a pretty good team
    Don’t get exhausted, I’ll do some driving,
    You ought to get you some sleep

    Burned all my notebooks, what good are notebooks?
    They won’t help me survive
    My chest is aching, burns like a furnace,
    The burning keeps me alive

    Read more: Talking Heads – Life During Wartime Lyrics | MetroLyrics

    in reply to: Are kids today spoiled, or is it a myth? #44570
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    Don’t know if they are more spoiled or not; that is a common knock of an older generation (I was told how spoiled I was by my older siblings repeatedly. I was the youngest of seven).

    I will say that kids are a lot more expensive these days; especially when it comes to higher education….

    in reply to: What is your favorite Bean ? #44569
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    Mine is:

    Bean Roma II

    From Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company (RareSeeds.com)

    The description is: “This is an improved Romano, bush type, green bean that produces loads of 6″ to 7″ wide pods that are very flavorful”

    This is my fourth or fifth year planting this variety. Haven’t been disappointed yet.

    in reply to: Also stopping by to say Hi. #44051
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    Billy f’n T…

    Glad you finally found us! Please, don’t be a stranger.

    Who’s next?

    My money is on Leslie….

    TSRF
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    I think draft picks are over-rated. Look at what we did with our “king’s ransom” for RG3…
    If Goff is the real deal, it was worth it.
    I do have a character concern. If you re-watch the Chuckie QB camp segment, Goff kind of seems to be a douche bag.
    Maybe I’m more sensitive than most, having had to work for and with big douche bags for several years now… thank gods the biggest one, my ex-boss, is no longer with my company.
    I also agree with the people who think this move just bought the Fish a few more years. I don’t think he is in a playoffs of bust situation, but I do think there needs to be signs of QB growth this year. That’s why I think Goff starts Game 1.

    in reply to: RIP Prince #43241
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    WV.

    I admit I know Bowie’s music much better than Prince’s.

    Bowie had several protest songs. “Repetition” about wife beating; “Valentine’s Day” about school shooters, “Heroes” about Communism, etc. I’m sure Price has many too.

    However, you can’t just judge Bowie or Prince on their songs. You need to look at how they both broke down so many social barriers. They both spoke to the outsiders who felt alienated and strange.

    Listen or read the lyrics to Bowie’s “Rock and Roll Suicide”. This gave a voice and a feeling of community to unknown numbers of outcasts throughout the world.

    Prince was on the same vibe, I’m sure.

    I honestly believe this world is a better place because they were both here. For instance, I don’t think we’d have marriage equality without them. Both are very high in my Pantheon.

    in reply to: Miracle! Jeff Fisher Awakens, Realizes It’s 2016 #41965
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    Butt hurt Bernie…

    in reply to: wife goes in for hip replacement surgery #41815
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    Good news!

    Isn’t it almost worse when a loved one needs surgery than when you do? And it’s almost like the build up to the surgery is worse than the actual event / aftermath.

    I’m glad you two have that behind you.

    in reply to: Kroenke goes global #41668
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    bnw wrote:
    What a bunch of greedy ass rubes. The Rams and Los angeles are the gateway to Asia because Inglewood is only 4 miles from the Los Angeles International Airport! It is a new level of stupidity which is stunning in scope. Should be crystal clear that winning is not a priority with StanK.

    This should be interesting. I disagree with your last statement; the Rams have to win if they are going to be the Face of the NFL in Asia, so Stan has to care about winning.

    That being said, are they going to start winning because they have assembled a winning team, or are they going to start winning because that is how it was scripted…

    in reply to: Tweets 4/3 – something completely different #41416
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    ..and this belongs on the Rams Huddle because?

    (not that I wouldn’t shoo her away if she showed up selling cookies at mu front door, but I’d have to shore up my headboard first)

    in reply to: wife goes in for hip replacement surgery #41415
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    Good one, BNW!

    Viva Viagra!!

    in reply to: wife goes in for hip replacement surgery #41316
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    Good luck to her, ZN. My sister, who actually lives in Portland, ME had to have her hip replaced 2 years ago on an emergency basis; she went for a walk in a nature area and slipped on a log and fractured her hip. Thankfully, she was found within the hour of it happening and was transported to the hospital where they did the procedure the next day.

    After a month or two of rehab, she is as good as she ever was.

    Maybe, while your wife goes in, you should have that knee of your done…

    TSRF
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    Well, VW,

    I’d rather watch a Bill Murray movie any day of the week over a George Clooney one; and that includes Tuesday’s, when I usually don’t watch movies at all.

    Have you even watched Caddyshack or Stripes? To what, fat Batman?

    I think I know what you’re trying to say, but come on man, don’t pick on the misunderstood giants of comedy while you’re doing it.

    in reply to: Chris Long is signing a 1-year deal with the Patriots #40660
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    Arghhhh.

    I guess it could have been worse; he could have signed with the Cowboys, or with one of the teams in our division.

    in reply to: The meaning of Trump ? #40129
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    ???

    Have you watched these rally ejections by the red hats, with the ring leader himself pointing out into the crowd?

    I’m waiting for Pink Floyd to start playing “Young Lust”…

    From my point of view, Trump is a fear mongering, hate mongering fucking Nazi. You obviously have a different point of view…

    in reply to: The meaning of Trump ? #40125
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    Hammer aimed, nail hit on the fricken head, Nittany. Times like this, I’m embarrassed to be white… Thankfully, my wife and kids seem to feel the same way. I hope that is a good sign for the future, if there is one, that is.

    in reply to: Manning retires #40092
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    Thank the gods.

    The LAST thing I want to see this coming season is Peyton Manning in horns. His playing skills have eroded to Tony Banks levels. Add the fact that he’s a piece of shit from a human standpoint and all I can say is “No Thank You”.

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