The DFAC* at FOB** Prosperity*** only allows contractors to enter through one of its two doors and go through one of its two main lines, which seems to serve four purposes ( Read more... )

I'm not saying there's a causal link between the fact that, way back when, John "Earthquake" Tenta was the only WWF wrestler who didn't give me an autograph when I happened to run into a bunch of them at the airport the day after a show, and the fact that he has died two weeks shy of his 43rd birthday. I will, however, point out ( Read more... )

It won't end the war, but the world is a slightly better place today. Would I have rather he be caught and tried for his crimes? Honestly, I'm not sure. There are people who are simply so evil, for no sane purpose, that they deserve to die. And if that's from a bomb instead of a lethal injection, well, sometimes justice is quick and loud ( Read more... )

Worked from the room today, minus the occasional "No, we really need you downstairs to deal with this" issue. Just didn't have any energy when I woke up, and the condition persisted. Why am I writing this at 2:30 in the morning, then? Because I napped all friggin' day, on and off. So I'm sure I'll be just as beat tomorrow. I did manage to ( Read more... )

As of September 12th, it will be official: Han shot first.

My forebears all came to the U.S. legally (as far as I know). Some were avoiding persecution, whether actual or looming. Some were simply looking for a better life in a magical land of plenty and opportunity. I volunteered to serve, and possibly die for, my country because I think it's still the best place in the world. I can't fault anyone who ( Read more... )

...why I am not now, nor will ever be, Samuel L. Jackson:

I'm highly confident that he has never answered an IM with
MotherFUCKER, I am trying to SWIFFER here.

stankow Pills:

Will cause another head to sprout from your body

'What effect do you have on people?' at QuizGalaxy.com

I am now experiencing two events simultaneously -- the crappiest bootleg copy of "Hostel" you can imagine and the freakiest snoring session I have ever heard. Bob is a great guy, but dear lord can he make some bizarre noises while sleeping on a couch ( Read more... )

And so, I present the Movie Meme:

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