May 22, 2008
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susieq1001
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A Historic Vote
The Pro Teen Sex and Unwanted Pregnancy Movement
Good for you! You are very much the exception in remaining married to your teen bride.
But you didn't, as a teen, avoid temptation, did you? And neither will most teens. posted 05/08/2008 at 09:12:32
But you didn't, as a teen, avoid temptation, did you? And neither will most teens. posted 05/08/2008 at 09:12:32
It's all connected. Overpopulation is a big issue.
One of the more environmentally-friendly things someone can do these days is not have kids or only have 1 or 2 kids. For some reason, this point of view does not seem to be popular at all, maybe because it's politically charged.
I'm all for fewer people on our planet and a higher quality of life for ALL. The only way to achieve that is to educate people. And, BTW, this does not mean PROMOTING abortion. It means promoting the use of birth control and educating women on how to avoid getting pregnant when they don't want to be. posted 05/08/2008 at 08:55:59
One of the more environmentally-friendly things someone can do these days is not have kids or only have 1 or 2 kids. For some reason, this point of view does not seem to be popular at all, maybe because it's politically charged.
I'm all for fewer people on our planet and a higher quality of life for ALL. The only way to achieve that is to educate people. And, BTW, this does not mean PROMOTING abortion. It means promoting the use of birth control and educating women on how to avoid getting pregnant when they don't want to be. posted 05/08/2008 at 08:55:59
American Idol Top 4: Jason's Last Bow
I agree on all counts. They really should raise the age to at least 18. posted 05/08/2008 at 09:42:16
I like David A, but only because he has the BEST voice and always makes the songs sound good, regardless of what they are. He sings on key, has good rhythm and phrasing, and makes good choices when changing it up.
I do think he needs much much more coaching on stage presence, and, of course, he just needs some time to grow up. He's only 17, and a young 17, at that. The eye closing thing is a tough one, and MOST of the performers on AI do it. Jason does it, Brooke did it, Ramielle did it, Kristie did it.
David C is my next choice, then Syesha.
IMO, Jason should have been gone AT LEAST 2 weeks ago. I really just don't like him at all. posted 05/07/2008 at 16:29:46
I do think he needs much much more coaching on stage presence, and, of course, he just needs some time to grow up. He's only 17, and a young 17, at that. The eye closing thing is a tough one, and MOST of the performers on AI do it. Jason does it, Brooke did it, Ramielle did it, Kristie did it.
David C is my next choice, then Syesha.
IMO, Jason should have been gone AT LEAST 2 weeks ago. I really just don't like him at all. posted 05/07/2008 at 16:29:46
Obama Proposes Gas-bag Holiday
Paula Abdul as Whitehouse spokesperson..........hilarious.
Still, maybe Paula DOES know about the Cuban missile crisis, so I suppose I shouldn't sell her short :) posted 05/05/2008 at 12:44:25
Still, maybe Paula DOES know about the Cuban missile crisis, so I suppose I shouldn't sell her short :) posted 05/05/2008 at 12:44:25
Officials probing possible abuse of boys in polygamous sect
I heard yesterday on NPR that two of the boys that were taken into custody turned 18 while in custody, and chose to STAY in custody. Makes me wonder why....... posted 05/01/2008 at 14:06:29
GDP Grew Last Quarter? Only If You Believe In Santa Claus
"Why can't we just be happy that it wasn't as bad as we expected?"
Because that would be the equivalent of sticking our heads in the sand. People are struggling financially, and the fact that the numbers don't officially show a recession is nearly a moot point. posted 05/02/2008 at 10:32:34
Because that would be the equivalent of sticking our heads in the sand. People are struggling financially, and the fact that the numbers don't officially show a recession is nearly a moot point. posted 05/02/2008 at 10:32:34
How to Help Girls Navigate Sexualization in the Media
You are exactly right. Great post. posted 05/02/2008 at 11:17:46
American Idol Top 5: The Results
I COMPLETELY agree with your comments about Paula! She adds nothing at all. posted 04/30/2008 at 12:58:07
True. Daughtry has done pretty well for himself, and he didn't win the thing. I don't think Cook needs to win it to make a career of it. He might have more flexibility in his career if he doesn't actually win it. posted 04/30/2008 at 12:56:27
It's time for Jason to go home. He was cute but boring, and his voice is marginal.
Brooke was perky but mostly boring--her second song was better, but not great.
Syesha was entertaining and she's a good singer, but I don't think she's really found her style.
David Archuleta has a great voice and that always saves him, but his performances last night were fairly lame. I didn't really like "America" despite what the judges said.
David Cooke was the only one that truly put together a performance that captured my attention completely (his second song, not his first one). And he is also a very skilled singer. I think he's going to win this. posted 04/30/2008 at 10:27:55
Brooke was perky but mostly boring--her second song was better, but not great.
Syesha was entertaining and she's a good singer, but I don't think she's really found her style.
David Archuleta has a great voice and that always saves him, but his performances last night were fairly lame. I didn't really like "America" despite what the judges said.
David Cooke was the only one that truly put together a performance that captured my attention completely (his second song, not his first one). And he is also a very skilled singer. I think he's going to win this. posted 04/30/2008 at 10:27:55
America: #1 in Bibles. #37 in Infant Mortality
Thanks for the laugh. I'm very happy to be part of the 7% non-Bible-owning Americans.... posted 04/29/2008 at 17:57:50
Sexualizing Miley: Are Billy Ray and Tish Cyrus Letting Her Be The New Lolita?
Being forced or coerced to have sex with older men and bear their children is COMPLETELY different from NOT being forced to pose with your back bare, showing less than you would at the beach in your bikini.
Sheesh. posted 04/29/2008 at 18:15:18
Sheesh. posted 04/29/2008 at 18:15:18
31 of 53 teen girls at FLDS ranch are pregnant or had baby
These kids are not in custody because they're pregnant. They're in custody because there is suspicion that they were being forced into marriage and abused. posted 04/29/2008 at 17:21:38
BREAKING: Bipartisan Congressional Action to Send Troops to College
So they can fight his 100 year war . . . . posted 04/29/2008 at 11:42:05
2008 Tax Rebate Checks: What Does a Bush-Hating Liberal Spend Hers On?
Buy a bike and ride everywhere you can instead of driving. posted 04/28/2008 at 12:44:07
Can Hillary Really Win?
If you think that ANY US president (including Obama) will just sit and watch and do nothing but diplomacy after Iran drops a nuke on Israel, YOU are also very naive. posted 04/27/2008 at 14:00:07
"save some distraction issues that have no bearing on my life."
Selfish, aren't you?
If you have any daughters or friends of childbearing age, you might think twice about statements like this. posted 04/27/2008 at 12:07:59
Selfish, aren't you?
If you have any daughters or friends of childbearing age, you might think twice about statements like this. posted 04/27/2008 at 12:07:59
To answer your question, Mona: yes. posted 04/27/2008 at 11:54:44
Guernica: April 26, 1937
Excellent post. Thank you. posted 04/26/2008 at 12:54:45
"American Idol" Jason Castro's Wacky Dreadhead Following
I think Jason is very marketable and charismatic, but he needs some voice lessons. The guy has no power whatsoever, and minimal range.
I hope his fans donated at least as much money to charity as they spent on balloons . . . posted 04/26/2008 at 12:24:22
I hope his fans donated at least as much money to charity as they spent on balloons . . . posted 04/26/2008 at 12:24:22
Rush Limbaugh Sings: "I'm Dreaming Of Riots In Denver"
Ditto. Except they really should be male prostitutes, don't you think? posted 04/25/2008 at 16:36:26
Keith Olbermann's Idea For Beating Hillary: Literally Beating Hillary
Bring back "Celebrity Deathmatch" and we can have Obama and Clinton have it out in Claymation. posted 04/25/2008 at 17:26:54
American Idol Results: The Veteran Goes Home
Awww, you must be lost. Poor thing. Here, let me lead you to the right place.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/james-zogby/end-it-now_b_98265.html posted 04/24/2008 at 14:23:59
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/james-zogby/end-it-now_b_98265.html posted 04/24/2008 at 14:23:59
I thought Leona had an absolutely amazing voice.
I didn't like her pop, the song was boring, and I agree that her stage presence is marginal. But with the right coaching on stage presence and some better songs, she could be very interesting. posted 04/24/2008 at 14:20:48
I didn't like her pop, the song was boring, and I agree that her stage presence is marginal. But with the right coaching on stage presence and some better songs, she could be very interesting. posted 04/24/2008 at 14:20:48
Let's Give Our Kids All The Information They Need To Make Safe, Healthy Choices
Interesting question. All I know is that someone who is gay or transgender may start to realize at a VERY young age that they are different. If the children are exposed to someone like that, they see the difference and need explanations.
The son of a friend of mine started to say (at approximately age 7) that he wanted to be a girl. It was very clear that he was "different". It was very difficult. Both the adults and the children around him needed help in understanding him and accepting him. posted 04/24/2008 at 09:30:48
The son of a friend of mine started to say (at approximately age 7) that he wanted to be a girl. It was very clear that he was "different". It was very difficult. Both the adults and the children around him needed help in understanding him and accepting him. posted 04/24/2008 at 09:30:48
End It Now
In that case you mean that you have considered emmigrating from the US. Emmigrating is moving out of an area and immigrating is moving into an area. posted 04/24/2008 at 12:46:48
hahahaahah
nice snark. posted 04/24/2008 at 12:36:13
nice snark. posted 04/24/2008 at 12:36:13
I mostly agree. I am also disappointed in how Hillary has handled herself.
But by the same token, we can't expect her to step down from the race (not because we shouldn't but because we KNOW she won't), and there are people out there who could end this quandary --and haven't. posted 04/24/2008 at 12:32:12
But by the same token, we can't expect her to step down from the race (not because we shouldn't but because we KNOW she won't), and there are people out there who could end this quandary --and haven't. posted 04/24/2008 at 12:32:12
Fair enough....I'm just saying: spread the blame around. She's not the only one that doesn't want this contest decided just yet. And she's not the only one NOT sticking to the issues (ABC debate . . . er, debacle).
And the one group that could decide this, right here right now, are the superdelegates. They need to step up and force the issue. posted 04/24/2008 at 12:25:44
And the one group that could decide this, right here right now, are the superdelegates. They need to step up and force the issue. posted 04/24/2008 at 12:25:44
Where? Where?
But on a more serious note: it's up to the superdelegates to end it. There's no reason HRC should end it, and she won't. So why blame her? However much you hate her (speaking of hate ....) she's following the process. By all rights, HIllary or Barack could still be the nominee.
I blame the superdelegates, not Hillary. posted 04/24/2008 at 11:20:46
But on a more serious note: it's up to the superdelegates to end it. There's no reason HRC should end it, and she won't. So why blame her? However much you hate her (speaking of hate ....) she's following the process. By all rights, HIllary or Barack could still be the nominee.
I blame the superdelegates, not Hillary. posted 04/24/2008 at 11:20:46
OMFG! Let's Talk About Sex
rAmen! posted 04/25/2008 at 10:05:25
Earth Day Beyond Bush
Well, you're right that a smaller, green house would be even greener. But my house is also my workplace (no commuting!).
I agree that the photovoltaic solar panels are pretty darned expensive. We did look into paneling the entire roof with solar, and I would have LOVED to do that and run my electric meter backwards. But it was not economically feasible--the payoff was about 15 years. Now, if the payoff had been 5 years, I would have done it without a second thought. posted 04/23/2008 at 10:44:25
I agree that the photovoltaic solar panels are pretty darned expensive. We did look into paneling the entire roof with solar, and I would have LOVED to do that and run my electric meter backwards. But it was not economically feasible--the payoff was about 15 years. Now, if the payoff had been 5 years, I would have done it without a second thought. posted 04/23/2008 at 10:44:25
Here's an article:
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/24243063/
But I was really speaking to your point from a very personal level. I recently remodeled my house and added foam insulation and a single solar panel (passive solar for heating water). I also replaced my A/C with an evaporative cooler (not feasible everywhere, but where I live they work ideally) and installed triple-pane windows. Any replaced appliance were Energy Star. I added quite a bit of square footage during the remodel (went from 2800 sq ft to 4100 sq ft) and my electric and gas bills went down to 80% of what they were in the smaller house.
And on a much broader note, if we all had 40 mpg cars, we would all be better off economically right now. posted 04/22/2008 at 14:17:12
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/24243063/
But I was really speaking to your point from a very personal level. I recently remodeled my house and added foam insulation and a single solar panel (passive solar for heating water). I also replaced my A/C with an evaporative cooler (not feasible everywhere, but where I live they work ideally) and installed triple-pane windows. Any replaced appliance were Energy Star. I added quite a bit of square footage during the remodel (went from 2800 sq ft to 4100 sq ft) and my electric and gas bills went down to 80% of what they were in the smaller house.
And on a much broader note, if we all had 40 mpg cars, we would all be better off economically right now. posted 04/22/2008 at 14:17:12
"it's is not worth blowing up our entire economy"
Many of the environmentally friendly options out there would actually help our economy quite a bit.
I agree with you that fuel efficiency in our automobiles would be the #1 thing we could do---and I think we could do it quite a bit more quickly than some have suggested.
I do not agree with you that climate change is a hoax. posted 04/22/2008 at 10:08:56
Many of the environmentally friendly options out there would actually help our economy quite a bit.
I agree with you that fuel efficiency in our automobiles would be the #1 thing we could do---and I think we could do it quite a bit more quickly than some have suggested.
I do not agree with you that climate change is a hoax. posted 04/22/2008 at 10:08:56
Obama's Health
OH, PUHLEEZE!
I'm willing to bet substantial sums of money that the probability that Obama will die or be unable to do his job (read "become senile") in the next 4 years is waaaaaay lower than McCain's.
My only concern with Obama's smoking is that it sets a bad example. Period. posted 04/18/2008 at 16:21:46
I'm willing to bet substantial sums of money that the probability that Obama will die or be unable to do his job (read "become senile") in the next 4 years is waaaaaay lower than McCain's.
My only concern with Obama's smoking is that it sets a bad example. Period. posted 04/18/2008 at 16:21:46
He Blinded Me Without Science
Ah, right . . . . the "God's a tricky bastard theory" posted 04/18/2008 at 08:58:46
Boston Herald Prints My Fake News as Real News
It leaves them where they always are: unencumbered by the facts. posted 04/15/2008 at 10:06:11
Roseanne: I "Had Vaginal Rejuvenation Surgery"
HAHAHAH!
"Shock comedy" ---apparently Roseanne is good at it. And it is kinda funny to see people's panties wad up over this one. posted 04/10/2008 at 10:47:50
"Shock comedy" ---apparently Roseanne is good at it. And it is kinda funny to see people's panties wad up over this one. posted 04/10/2008 at 10:47:50
American Idol Top 8: Inspirational Song Night
I like Syesha's voice, but she lacks one very important quality when she's on stage: authenticity. She just isn't convincing me. It's that very quality of authenticity and honesty on stage that makes Jason attractive (not his voice, in my opinion). posted 04/10/2008 at 08:51:44
Israel's version of "over the rainbow" cannot be topped. He had an exquisite voice. posted 04/10/2008 at 08:48:47
I think you picked the right bottom 3. But I think Syesha and Carly will be the bottom 2, not Brooke. She will squeak by, just from being more likeable than Carly.
I hope Jason Castro goes home, but he won't. Don't get me wrong, I think Jason has loads of charisma, more than any other contestant, possibly. But he has no voice. He could get something reasonable going if he took a few vocal lessons and worked a little harder. I don't think he wants it enough and he's just along for the ride.
Regarding David Archuleta, I think he has the best voice of all of them hands down and he is, for 17, already a very good player and performer. posted 04/10/2008 at 08:45:01
I hope Jason Castro goes home, but he won't. Don't get me wrong, I think Jason has loads of charisma, more than any other contestant, possibly. But he has no voice. He could get something reasonable going if he took a few vocal lessons and worked a little harder. I don't think he wants it enough and he's just along for the ride.
Regarding David Archuleta, I think he has the best voice of all of them hands down and he is, for 17, already a very good player and performer. posted 04/10/2008 at 08:45:01
Thou Shalt Not...Charlton Heston Dead at 83
He was 83, (born in October, 1924). posted 04/06/2008 at 10:54:24
Hillary's Honorable Future: A History Lesson
Thanks a bunch, Michael Goldfarb, for fueling the (already heated) Democratic infighting. I'm quite tired of hearing why Hillary should or should not concede. posted 03/28/2008 at 13:09:41
Daily Show's Stewart 'Quietly Visiting' Ailing Iraq Soldiers
Jon Stewart is very funny, and I love his show. I love that he has been visiting vets. I'm fairly sure the vets he visited have appreciated it.
If you want to question his intentions, that's your prerogative, but keep in mind that he has actually regularly been dragging his butt over to some vet's bedside for the last 4 years. Have you done as much? posted 03/28/2008 at 13:30:19
If you want to question his intentions, that's your prerogative, but keep in mind that he has actually regularly been dragging his butt over to some vet's bedside for the last 4 years. Have you done as much? posted 03/28/2008 at 13:30:19
McCain Says US Succeeding in Iraq
I don't care what McCain says, my friends. I'm not voting for him. posted 03/25/2008 at 10:46:29
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Personally, I would much rather spend money on supporting our troops who have served, than on the war itself. I don't support the Iraq war (the Afghanistan war is another matter).
But I DO support our troops and would gladly pay for their education. posted 05/08/2008 at 09:54:16