In my own backyard
64% (1290 votes)
Somewhere in my metro area
25% (500 votes)
Outside my area
11% (223 votes)
Total votes: 2013
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Same place I've celebrated
July 3, 2008 - 09:49 ET by Hero SquadSame place I've celebrated it for the past 13-odd years... family will be coming in for the event. The steak, burgers and beer will be plentiful. Hey, not everybody can drive; someone has to be there to be driven to, and for Independence Day, that someone is us.
Our town has the oldest continuous Fourth of July Festival in our local park. And our front porch has one of the best seats in the house for an outstanding fireworks display set to patriotic music.
*****
"People only insist that a debate stop when they are afraid of what might be learned if it continues." - George Will
My own back yard
July 3, 2008 - 11:18 ET by jazboOne of my favorite places in the world.
Those who believe in nothing will believe anything.
2nd row seats for the Cardinals/Cubs game on Saturday....
July 3, 2008 - 09:55 ET by Missouri Conservative....golfing on the 4th of July & fireworks that evening.
"women and minorities hardest hit"
The 4th is my first night
July 3, 2008 - 09:56 ET by ConservativeRexThe 4th is my first night shift of the set. Thankfully, people still need to drive. So far.
Well, I work days
July 3, 2008 - 12:07 ET by DEVILDOCMOMin the ER and will be working the 4th and the 5th. We will watch fireworks from our deck...great views of all the shows.
Sorry about vote reset
July 3, 2008 - 10:22 ET by Matthew SheffieldI tried to hold off on fixing the editing of the phrase "to my own backyard" which started out being an answer to a different headline.
The vote resets are annoying, I'll admit. Unfortunately, I have no time to try and fix it as I am putting on the finishing touches of the new NewsBusters theme for rollout next week.
If anyone is interested in getting a preview of the new theme, post a reply to this comment. The first 5 people to do so will get their themes changed before everyone else does.
No worries. It's good
July 3, 2008 - 10:23 ET by Hero SquadNo worries. It's good practice for voting "early and often."
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"People only insist that a debate stop when they are afraid of what might be learned if it continues." - George Will
are you from Chicago? or Madison?
July 3, 2008 - 10:47 ET by wizardjrThat's the battle cry of the Dims at both towns.
I'll be to my front yard
July 3, 2008 - 10:37 ET by viluzionBut I voted back yard as it was closely to the front one.
I'd like to see it, Matt.
July 3, 2008 - 10:52 ET by BlondeDavid Gregory, do you know which damn network you lie for? ~ Uncle Jimbo, @Blackfive
OO OO......PICK ME MATT!!
July 3, 2008 - 11:24 ET by OldSailor88Postatem obscuri lateris nescitis
Two new theme folks
July 3, 2008 - 11:36 ET by Matthew SheffieldThree more slots left if anyone wants them
Tell me what you think, OS, and B.
Very nice!
July 3, 2008 - 11:43 ET by OldSailor88It's clean. I like that.
A great improvement. Outstanding Job, Matt!
Postatem obscuri lateris nescitis
I like it, Matt
July 3, 2008 - 11:50 ET by BlondeI'm using my home pc, with the big monitor, but the larger typeface is going to be FAB on the laptop.
What I've always really, really liked here, and have always thought makes this site superior, is the ability to change the way one views the threads.
One thing I kind of miss, though, is the "All Time" list of media stupidity. Although, IIRC, they'd attract the bot spammers.
Great job, and thanks for continuing to improve the look and feel of this site.
A question...the three linked blogs w/pictures at the top...what is the priority on these?
David Gregory, do you know which damn network you lie for? ~ Uncle Jimbo, @Blackfive
Not only is typeface bigger
July 3, 2008 - 11:57 ET by Matthew Sheffieldbut the page now expands to the size of your screen (up to certain widths) which should make things nicer for those with high screen resolutions.
The three headlines up top are designed to feature our top posts of the day or other posts in the blogosphere. They won't be updated until the official rollout, however.
Glad both of you like it. I did want to clean things up and open up the design some with this revision.
BZ
July 3, 2008 - 12:05 ET by OldSailor88Bravo Zulu, Matt.
Now just don't take it away from me.
Postatem obscuri lateris nescitis
It still looks the same.
July 4, 2008 - 18:21 ET by viluzionAt least it does on my boxes. I'm using Opera 9 with Win XP.
ME ME ME...PICK
July 3, 2008 - 15:34 ET by Airforce_5_OME ME ME...PICK ME!!!!
Feels like Middle School basketball all over again.
But what do I know? I am bitter and cling to my religion and guns.
You're in!
July 3, 2008 - 16:18 ET by Matthew SheffieldYou'll see it when you reload a page.
Matthew... Well, I just
July 3, 2008 - 16:27 ET by bigtimerMatthew...
Well, I just read this...so if any are left...I'd like to know what you are talking about too..
In other words, if there is a slot open...pick me too.
LOL...
If not, I'll be here when this happens...of course.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
Matthew, lol-hey, that's not fair! I had to work until 9:00pm!
July 3, 2008 - 22:21 ET by R D HelmDoes this new theme mean no more trolls?
If so, I am all for it. :-)
The truth is insensitive. - Neal Boortz
Final two new theme testers
July 4, 2008 - 11:39 ET by Matthew SheffieldBigtimer and R D Helm.
Thanks everyone for helping me iron the bugs out.
Matthew... I love
July 4, 2008 - 14:11 ET by bigtimerMatthew...
I love it!
Will take about a day or two to get used to after all this time...but I love it!
I have zero complaints.
Great work indeed...
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
Pretty cool, yes?
July 4, 2008 - 14:17 ET by BlondeI really like how the view expands to fit the screen, although I haven't used it on my laptop, nor my super big screen at work, yet.
Did you notice the "related topics" instead of the author's blog posts? Also...the "most e-mailed" is pretty cool.
This site has come a long, long way...and it's more fun than ever.
This is it, BT...bygones.
David Gregory, do you know which damn network you lie for? ~ Uncle Jimbo, @Blackfive
B... I have been in and
July 4, 2008 - 19:19 ET by bigtimerB...
I have been in and out all afternoon, plus my power just came back on here...in other words I just saw this....
I am assuming you want to apologize and make amends...yes?
If so...I'm up for the old college try...once more.
...after-all it is the Fourth....
Better fireworks outside than here...we provide too much entertainment for others...lol!
That's my two cents...
You know I had to say that...couldn't help myself.
Seriously...it would be nice to attempt to get along...even when we disagree.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
bt, lol-the only thing missing is a troll-zapper button.
July 4, 2008 - 14:24 ET by R D HelmEach time we hit it, they get a schock of increasing intensity through their keyboard. After, say, five or so pops, the next one fries 'em. :-)
Other than that missing feature, I really like it!
The truth is insensitive. - Neal Boortz
My 4th
July 3, 2008 - 10:28 ET by Cool ArrowThis American will be working so the government leeches can have the day off.
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Ditto
July 3, 2008 - 20:45 ET by River CityI work in retail so we will be open to supply you with your supplies for the 4th!!!
"Money is the scourge of the men who attempt to reverse the law of causality--the men who seek to replace the mind by seizing the products of the mind." Ayn Rand
Urban bias?
July 3, 2008 - 10:39 ET by Dr_LibertyI don't live in a metro area, but we are going down the road for an independently (non-government) organized fireworks display, thanks in large part to the U.S. policy towards Indian reservations. (You can buy really good fireworks tax free at the reservations.)
We will be going to the parade of the second closest town to us (pop'n: 4,000) -- they have a "kiddie parade" because everybody in the town needs to participate or it would be a very short parade.
Rural America is where the real spirit of 4th of July still lives.
I think we are also going to start having parades to celebrate Shay's Rebellion and the Whiskey Rebellion too.
<insert witty signature here>
I'll be working
July 3, 2008 - 10:46 ET by wizardjrOur company is doing a massive software upgrade at the lead plant this weekend. As the 4th is normally a shut-down day anyway, they get a 'free' day to work at it without stopping production. Welcome to the world of Capitalism.
4th Activities
July 3, 2008 - 11:08 ET by BlondeMy favorite is to go out on the Atlantic ocean (presuming nice calm weather)....one can see all of the fireworks from Miami to Palm Beach.
Happy 4th, everyone.
David Gregory, do you know which damn network you lie for? ~ Uncle Jimbo, @Blackfive
When you can,
July 3, 2008 - 17:18 ET by FastEdI'll allow (wink wink) you at least one beer in my name - and another for all those who let us enjoy the freedoms we still have left!
Stay dry and enjoy, and may there be a fair wind at your back.
There is no sense in being stupid, if you can't prove it! - my dad V
You guys forgot one option.
July 3, 2008 - 11:16 ET by Davester65You guys forgot one option. At work. Such is life in EMS. Not everyone gets holidays off.
A deal?
July 3, 2008 - 11:31 ET by Dr_LibertyHow about you take the day off if I promise not to get sick or injured?
<insert witty signature here>
→ DrLiberty
July 3, 2008 - 11:34 ET by Cool ArrowOn 4th of July?
Joking, right?
LYDSEXICS UNTIE
I'll be in A and B
July 3, 2008 - 11:21 ET by OldSailor88We're going up to Yorktown, VA for the celebration and parade there and to teach my 5 year old some history. Then to the backyard with the kids and the dogs.
Life is good for the Old Sailor when he's ashore.
Postatem obscuri lateris nescitis
I will be at work from 1
July 3, 2008 - 11:31 ET by jcrapes4I will be at work from 1 July to 7 July:) I do shift work at a water treatment plant producting drinking water for the city:) 32 hours overtime wooohoooo:):):):)
32 hours overtime
July 3, 2008 - 11:33 ET by Dr_Libertygrrrr... says the taxpayer! <insert witty signature here>
I'm putting up my flag;
July 3, 2008 - 11:50 ET by mattmI'm putting up my flag; firing up the grill; blasting off some fireworks; and celebrating the Real America of freedom, in defiance of the Socialist Anti-America the Left has poisoned our country with for the last 70 years or so.
"I believe there are more instances of the abridgement of freedom of the people by gradual and silent encroachments of those in power than by violent and sudden usurpations." - James Madison
Wow. What a coincidence.
July 3, 2008 - 22:59 ET by Cureboy675Wow. What a coincidence. As a member of the Socialist Anti-America Left, I will, of course, be burning a flag *in* my grill, blasting off some Molotov Cocktails at the local Veterans Hall, and celebrating the impending Marxist/Communist/Islamic Extremist/Socialist domination over the United States.
Or maybe it will be just like the last few years: Going to the annual potluck we have in the neighborhood and watching the fireworks. Not quite as subversive, I know. But sometimes we have to put in local appearances so that we appear to blend in (rolling eyes)
Nothing like blending
July 3, 2008 - 23:02 ET by bigtimerNothing like blending in...or appearing that way.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
Yes. And we do it well. I
July 3, 2008 - 23:13 ET by Cureboy675Yes. And we do it well. I myself trained in northern Siberia for 17 months in a village that was built as an exact replica for Anytown, USA. There was a Walgreens and a Starbucks on every block. The really hard part was learning to say, "Morning, neighbor...Those daffodils are coming in nicely" instead of "Capitalist pig, you will die slowly when the new order comes to power".
Practice, practice, practice!
Cb... LOL... You should
July 3, 2008 - 23:18 ET by bigtimerCb...
LOL...
You should remember to let that coffee cool first...
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
I'm being a smart-ass and
July 3, 2008 - 23:36 ET by Cureboy675I'm being a smart-ass and I'm being extreme. I realize that. But it irritates me to no end that people think, because you are a democrat or have liberal leanings or support a certain candidate, that you automatically hate America or that you are against America.
That is crazy. First of all, I'm too lazy for all that. If I hated America, I would simply move. I wouldn't devote all my time and energy into endeavors that I hope might bring this country to its knees.
Is it simply not possible to love America and think that there are different ways to make America better? I certainly don't think all Republicans are pure eeeeeevil and out to destroy the country. Actually, I can't even think of a single Republican that I think is or was trying to purposely ruin this country. I might not agree with their methods, but I believe their motives are pure.
Awww...that's smart..you
July 3, 2008 - 23:38 ET by bigtimerAwww...that's smart..you did let the coffee cool off and add some sweetener...
Enjoy Cb.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
Yeah. Good coffee. Got
July 3, 2008 - 23:44 ET by Cureboy675Yeah. Good coffee. Got this particular blend straight from Hugo Chavez. We go way back.
→ Cureboy
July 4, 2008 - 00:06 ET by Cool ArrowThat's wher I remember you from.
Remember that Halloween bash at Hugo's with Sean Penn and Danny Glover?
Sean does a terrible Spicoli impersonation, doesn't he?
LYDSEXICS UNTIE
Okay, I finally had to look
July 4, 2008 - 00:21 ET by Cureboy675Okay, I finally had to look up who Spicoli was. "Fast Times at Ridgemont High" was before my time. The only Spicoli I previously knew of is a DJ at a local modern rock station I always listen to...And I was rather surprised that the original poster who made the Spicoli reference had heard of him. (Until I looked it up)
But Sean Penn and Danny Glover. Great guys. They came to my Tupperware Party.
→ I won the door prize
July 4, 2008 - 02:13 ET by Cool ArrowI got the cheese grater and the orange peeler.
LYDSEXICS UNTIE
Cureboy675, No true red
July 3, 2008 - 23:57 ET by futbolisgreat1Cureboy675,
No true red blooded American that loves his nation would dare vote for any of today's Democrats.
I am unsure how voting for Obama will make this nation great. Anyone that doesn't see this either hates America or has blinders on.
There are good Democrats out there, but none of them are in leadership positions.
I am unsure how voting for the Democrat leadership which has constantly undermine our troops in Iraq. Which has given words to our enemies to use against us and to justify the killing of our men and women in uniform. Which have blown out of proportion stories like Abu Grab or the supposed desacration of the Koran which in turn gave ammunition for the terrorists to justify their murdering spree. Which has accused Marines of cold blooded murder.
Is this the leadership you claim has America's best interest at heart? really?
please do tell how, I am all ears. Justify Sen. Dick Durbin's words on the Senate floor when he claimed that our men and women in uniform were no different than the Nazis that ran concentration camps, or the Soviet Union KGB which ran Soviet gulags.
or maybe you would like to justify Representative Murtha's (D) accuse Marines on live television and all over the media of cold blooded murder. Except one, whose trial is still going on, 8 out of the 9 have been foung not guilty. Where is the Democrat's leadership apology for claiming that our boys in uniform are murderers?!
Or maybe you would like to justify Pelosi and Reid's claims that Iraq was lost. They are eating their words right now!
Or maybe you would like to justify the Democrat's claim that Guantanamo Bay is this horrible prison for terrorists caught in the Middle East fighting against American soldiers. You know, a place where they are allowed to pray, are told what direction Mecca is, are given Korans, four meals a day, are allowed to play soccer and other sports. Are allow to see the Red Cross, etc, etc, etc.
Once again, I am unsure how you can claim that these scumbags who have lied about our troops some how have America's best interest at heart!
maybe I missed something. Maybe reporting on false accusations that our troops are desacrating the Koran, a report used by terrorists to then justify attacks on our troops means that Democrats truly care.
c'mon! please!
"Fut, I find your religion a brutally Satanic rape and dismemberment of the...Holy Bible" July 1, 2008 by Tracheostomy
I'm perfectly fine with you
July 4, 2008 - 00:18 ET by Cureboy675I'm perfectly fine with you thinking that a candidate I support doesn't have America's best interests at heart. Because I personally think John McCain doesn't have America's best interests at heart. I don't think he has the best vision for America. I think he has the wrong priorities
But it is quite a leap to go from saying a candidate has the wrong priorities to saying a candidate flat-out hates America. And, according to your narrow decisioning, the 47% (or whatever the newest poll says) of Americans favoring Barack Obama either A) hate America or B) have blinders on.
Essentially saying that half the population either hates the country they live in or are stupid to the point of incompetence. Either way, its incredible that, despite that rather large percentage, our country still hasn't come to a crashing halt.
Cureboy675,Yes, I
July 4, 2008 - 00:44 ET by futbolisgreat1Cureboy675,
Yes, I believe that the 47% or whatever the number of idiots that support Obama either hate America or have blinders on. What's your point?
Furthermore, I notice that you chose not to address the facts about the Democrat leadership and their attacks on our troops. why?
If I am wrong, honestly, show me how the Democrat actions and words about our troops shows that they have America's best interest at heart?
Wait and see, if Obama is elected to the Presidency, America will come to a crashing halt like it did during the Carter administration.
But maybe I am wrong. Here, prove me wrong. Maybe you can explain this about Obama.
Having friends, lauching his 1995 Illinois State Senator campaign from the house of the ex-leader of the 1960's radical, homew grown terrorist group the Weatherman Group, you know William Ayers. Who as of today has admitted that if he coudl do it all over again, he would have no problem bombing the Pentagon, Chicago Police Stations, Judges homes, cars, etc again.
Why is Obama best buddies with this man?
and dont' answer a question with anothere question. Like I said, maybe I am wrong, I am seeing things from the wrong perspective.
then explain why Obama has not visited Iraq in over two years, refused to meet with Gen. Petrause. While you are it, you can explain his flip-flop on Iraq.
you can also explain why Obama voted against a bill while USA Senator for Illinois that would forced murderers of babies (you know abortionist) save the life of a baby that survived an abortion. I guess this is very pro-American of him and I am just not seeing it.
then, go ahead and explain how he demands that we all conserve energy, that we stop driving SUVS and big cars. Yet, he gets shuttle around in huge SUVs, private jets, etc. Oh, and saying, "He has to" doesn't count.
Start with these four things. Maybe you can help me see things from a different point of view, right? I mean left. :-)
By the way, keep in mind, I am no McCain fan either. And remember, we are talking about Obama, don't bring anyone else to this.
Oh and try to address my points about the Democrat party leadeship and their comments about our troops, if you dare.
Prove to me that Obama and the Democrat party care about America. I swear that if you can prove to me that their actions and words show how they care about America, I will vote for Obama.
Start with Murtha's lie that our Marines are cold blooded muderers.
"Fut, I find your religion a brut
futbolisgreat1 WOW .. great post this 4 th of July Day..2008
July 4, 2008 - 01:06 ET by upcountrywaterLiberals62%
IranianUranium
Upcountrywater, Thanks!!!
July 4, 2008 - 01:24 ET by futbolisgreat1Upcountrywater,
Thanks!!! I love this nation too much to not challenge Obamunists.
They need to prove that despite his assosiation and close friendship with William Ayers, Obama is pro-American. What Cureboy doens't realize is that I am from Chicago, I know the Obamas and I know the group he hangs around with. They are radical left wing nuts that do hate America. I graduated from UIC, I had William Ayers as a professor (oh yeah, this terrorist teaches at an American university. Scary as all hell. I would call his lies and hate for America constantly) Unfortunatly, the media is not interested in showing this side of Obama and the freaking Republicans, especially McCain, are not willing or don't have a clue how to put this fact out.
and it must have become an American value, to allow poor, innocent babies who survive an abortion to be left for death. Yes, Obama, so pro-American, what a caring individual. Those aborted babies who survived an abortion, but now can legally be left for death are thrilled and Cureboy can be sure that they would love to vote for Obama.
And hell yes! I am tired of people calling the Democrat party leadership pro-American and yet they can't explain Sen. DICK Durbin's comments on the Senate floor about our troops comparing our brave men and women in uniform to Nazi soldiers and KGB memebers that ran Soviet Gulags.
They can't explain Reid, Pelosi, etc claiming Iraq was lost and now, total silence from these fools.
They can't explain how their words have given ammunition to the terrorist to justify their murder of Americans. Democrats claimed that the Koran was being desacrated by our soldiers and this story was proven wrong. Yet, no Democrat politician apologized to our troops. However their words about this and about Abu Grab along with Durbin's words were used and are used by the terrorists against our troops. Democrats should be proud.
and nothing irks me more than Murtha's lie that our Marines in Haditha are cold blooded murderers. 8 out of the 9 have been found not guility. Yet no one on the Democrat party or the media has apologize to these men. Once again, how this is pro-American is beyond me, unless lying and slandering people have become an American value.
"Fut, I find your religion a brutally Satanic rape and dismemberment of the...Holy Bible" July 1, 2008 by Tracheostomy
Okay, well your first
July 4, 2008 - 01:11 ET by Cureboy675Okay, well your first paragraph tells me all I need to know. You already think people supporting Obama are idiots and/or hate America. So I know that no matter what I say, it will never convince you to vote for Obama.
(deep breath). Okay. Murtha. Did Murtha say all Marines are cold blooded murderers or was he referring to eight Marines involved in the Haditha massacre? I'll agree that he jumped to the wrong conclusion and spoke without knowing all the facts. But I'm not ready to assume that he hates the military or doesn't care about America.
Barack Obama. I will never say he's perfect. And I do not agree with him on everything. How can I convince you that he was right about his abortion vote or his "do as I say not as I do" energy plan when I don't even think he's right? But I tell you, I agree with him a whole heck of a lot more than I disagree with him. And I doubt I will ever find a candidate that I agree with 100% of the time (I came pretty close with Dennis Kucinich and we know how well that turned out)
You can accuse him of a flip-flop-flip on Iraq, but I still believe he wants to bring the majority of our troops home immediately and I think that's important. We can't have 100,000 U.S. troops babysitting Iraq for the next 100 years. And I whole-heartedly agree with him that Bush dropped the ball with Osama bin Laden. Almost 7 years after 9/11 and our great United States intelligence community can't find a tall man on kidney dialysis hiding in the mountains of Pakistan??
And I've already been through the Ayers thing on another thread so I'm not going to rehash it all again. Long story short: If I truly believed that Ayers was a powerful influence on Obama, or if Obama had the same beliefs as Ayers, I couldn't in good conscience vote for him. But I don't think that's the case. And nobody will ever convince me that Barack Obama hates America. Not in a million years.
But let me ask you a question (even though you've forbidden me from doing so). Do you honestly believe that Barack Obama hates America? And if so, I sure hope for the sake of this country and your family, that you are doing something about it.
Because I gotta tell ya, if I honestly believed that somebody who truly hated America had a decent chance of becoming the most powerful man in America, I would be busting my ass to make sure that man didn't become my president.
And I mean I would be doing something besides typing away on an Internet message board where 99% of the membership already agreed with me.
Okay. Its getting late for me and I need to get to bed. Have a good night.
In my own backyard and it
July 3, 2008 - 12:09 ET by ForeverOnTheRightIn my own backyard and it has nothing to do with gas prices, MSM. I've grown tired of fighting traffic after 10 minutes of fireworks display. It takes the fun out of this tradition. And no I do not think it makes me any less patriotic. Over the years I've seen people become more and more self-centered and rude. Or is it because Minnesota has become more and more liberal over the years and I am encountering whiny selfish rude liberals who are full of themselves? (Not that liberals are the only ones that fit that description, but it seems to be a much more often what I see these traits in liberals.)
Biased
July 3, 2008 - 13:14 ET by Copperhead RidgeThe poll is biased against those of us who live in rural areas. The closest metro area to my home is Nashville, and I don't live in Tennessee.
I voted that I will spend the Fourth of July in "my own backyard" (ignoring the alternate urban definition of that phrase), but I'll actually drive to a nearby town to see a fireworks display.
Mine is a vote from the rurapolitan people of the internet.
Metro does not mean urban
July 3, 2008 - 13:32 ET by Matthew SheffieldIt's being used in the statistical sense, as in the area in which you live.
I'll be Home Sweet
July 3, 2008 - 14:04 ET by bigtimerI'll be Home Sweet Home....
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
Heh, from thousands of
July 3, 2008 - 14:18 ET by Hero SquadHeh, from thousands of possibilities, my Ipod just randomly picked "4th of July, Asbury Park(Sandy)" - by Bruce Springsteen.
I have an acutely aware and highly patriotic Ipod.
*****
"People only insist that a debate stop when they are afraid of what might be learned if it continues." - George Will
HS - ya kinda have to wonder about
July 3, 2008 - 17:13 ET by FastEdBruce though - how's about Lee Greenwood?
There is no sense in being stupid, if you can't prove it! - my dad V
Got a big thing out at the
July 3, 2008 - 15:36 ET by Airforce_5_OGot a big thing out at the Base tonight and then it is relaxing in the AC tomorrow. Yeah baby I am doing my part for global Warming. Just cranked it down to 70 on the thermostat.
But what do I know? I am bitter and cling to my religion and guns.
I just returned from scout
July 4, 2008 - 04:48 ET by Conservative VoiceI just returned from scout camp, and had to re-educate the boys on global warming...the stupid merit badge councilor for environmental science showed the inconvenient truth; I really felt sorry for these boys because they didn't know who to trust...because all their teachers are saying the polar ice caps are all melting away, and I was saying something different. They didn't believe me at first, until the other scout master chimed in and said Al Gore is a liar and its all a sham. It seriously upset a couple of boys, because they were getting conflicting information from their leaders. These kids are so brain washed, it took some effort to convince them.
I live about 2 1/2 miles
July 3, 2008 - 15:55 ET by lnthompI live about 2 1/2 miles from Fort Vancouver, which bills its fireworks show as the largest in the NorthWest. Can't really see it from my house, so we'll be down there for the afternoon and evening.
Lee T.
"Democrats, there is one reason Obama is your party's nominee, and it's not because he's black -- it's because he's not Hilary Clinton." -- Rush Limbaugh, 6/2/08
Just hanging near home
July 3, 2008 - 16:09 ET by ricklailWhen we moved here 13 years ago we decided to drive to Atlantic Beach and spend the 4th there. Big mistake. We could not find a parking place at any of the public accesses on the Crystal Coast.
For the past 12 years we have just cooked up the dogs and burgers and took them to the park to meet with friends and listen to the 2nd Air Wing Band from Cherry Point put on a show. When it gets dark the fireworks are timed to the patriotic music that the band is playing. Boy those Marines know how to do it up right. To some this might sound dull but to me it is relaxing. (This park sits on a point where the Trent River dumps into the Neuse. They shot the fireworks off a barge sitting in the river.)
This has become a tradtion around this house. There is no way I am going to the beach on the 4th anymore.
“A debate is a conflict which clarifies a position. A dialogue is a conversation which compromises a position.” –John E. Ashbrook, The New Neutralism II, P. 7
Home, AND I'll be working ;(
July 3, 2008 - 17:11 ET by FastEdthat's what happens when you work retail, (at the big orange box), so, I'' be leaving for work, early afternoon, get to meet wife and daughter at local fireworks display, and won't be able to enjoy my porterhouse until next week.
So, any of youse who will be home, on your day off, PLEASE (twisting arm here) enjoy a long neck for me, will 'ya?!?
There is no sense in being stupid, if you can't prove it! - my dad V
Hey Fast... No
July 3, 2008 - 17:23 ET by bigtimerHey Fast...
No problem...
My heart goes out to you though...seriously...
thump..thump...
Have as good a fourth as possible friend.
"America isn't the problem...America is the solution." ~ Rush Limbaugh
My mom lives on the river in
July 3, 2008 - 18:05 ET by msh1973My mom lives on the river in Ft. Myers, we go over there every year, grill dogs, have baked beans, pot. salad and watch the fireworks (shooting off from a barge in the river). Tons of fun!
scooping poop!
July 3, 2008 - 21:13 ET by ort777I get to be in the parade - scooping horse poop! My third year in a row and let me tell you, the crowd loves it. I'm normally in an office all by myself all year but for the 4th, I'm in my glory with my shovel.
I will be working tomorrow.
July 3, 2008 - 22:23 ET by R D HelmLOL-Anybody in the Atlanta area want to buy a car?
The truth is insensitive. - Neal Boortz
Do you sell these, or just drive em to work?
July 4, 2008 - 01:50 ET by upcountrywaterhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuDuDlXyFuM
Liberals62%
IranianUranium
ucw, I sell them.
July 4, 2008 - 09:23 ET by R D HelmLOL-And that ain't easy with gas over $4/gal.
The truth is insensitive. - Neal Boortz
>_< - I work holidays. . .
July 4, 2008 - 02:38 ET by tracheostomyYay.
The wife is going to bring me back a burger from the barbecue.
-PJ
→ Me too Trach
July 4, 2008 - 02:50 ET by Cool ArrowThough technically I could take vacation.
But I've got a family reunion next weekend in Fredericksburg (Texas, not Virginia)
My job's got this weird
July 4, 2008 - 02:53 ET by tracheostomyMy job's got this weird vacation policy that you build vacation hours over time, but it's a new PTO system and I'm still not sure how to cash in on it.
I got in-laws in TX and Virginia.
-PJ
"Trake: Your lofty convictions are another blemish on the rump of congregational sectarianism." -Tumbler 5/15/07
→ Tons of Vacation time
July 4, 2008 - 02:57 ET by Cool ArrowIve been with the same company for 34 years, so I've get 30 days vacation. In addition, I work 4 days @ 12 hrs followed by 4 days off.
I already get more than half my life off. No sense in considering early retirement.
LYDSEXICS UNTIE
Geez, 34 years. . .
July 4, 2008 - 03:04 ET by tracheostomyI'm easily impressed by details like that.
Because it took me half my life to figure out what I wanted to do and then settle down. I'm only on year 2, LOL! At least it's something I enjoy doing.
So are you going to stick it out past retirement then?
-PJ
"Trake: Your lofty convictions are another blemish on the rump of congregational sectarianism." -Tumbler 5/15/07
Re: PMs and things. . .
July 4, 2008 - 03:08 ET by tracheostomyAnd your other answer is "no," that recently was measured in days, actually.
Thanks also for showing me the new feature, now can you change it back? LOL!
-PJ
"Trake: Your lofty convictions are another blemish on the rump of congregational sectarianism." -Tumbler 5/15/07
→ Probably Trach
July 4, 2008 - 03:11 ET by Cool ArrowI will celebrate my health and ability as long as it is there.
We've picked up about 20 years of life expectancy since 1900. My kids don't owe me a living until I'm unable to care for myself. And though many people want to die broke, I'd rather leave something to my kids and grandkids.
BTW. Click on my profile and see if I'm still there.
LYDSEXICS UNTIE
Yes, but still
July 4, 2008 - 03:12 ET by tracheostomyYes, but still locked.
-PJ
→ I'm back
July 4, 2008 - 03:16 ET by Cool ArrowGot no clue what good that feature is.
LYDSEXICS UNTIE
metro area
July 4, 2008 - 12:09 ET by mwsasserAs great of a question as this is, I think it was created by someone who is stuck in a large metro area. Please remember those of us in fly-over country may not have a metro area to stay in. :-)
In fact, no matter how you suggest the question be used... saying metro area still annoys non-metro people. Even if someone suggests its just being used in a statistical sense.