On Politics
Congress has been in session this week, which means little-to-no good things to say.
Lauren Green’s (FOX News) interview with Reza Aslan is a good example of why I don’t watch FOX News. Watch for yourself.
Why Washington continues to ignore infrastructure is beyond any good reason.
The Onion recaps 25 years of Rush Limbaugh.
Gotta love the news headline Way Too Much Weiner.
On This Week’s Headlines from The Onion
Congress fiercely divided over completely blank bill that says and does nothing
Vatican quickly performs damage control on Pope’s tolerant remarks
“Congratulations” typed in Facebook Comment bar reconsidered, then deleted
Report: Ape neurology much like banana-obsessed humans
Tiny advisor who lived in president’s ear dead at 83
Interesting Reads
Countries that will replace China
Taking National Review’s science to the woodshed
Chicago’s Great Ferris Wheel (by Jim, a visitor here, so tell him I sent you)
Weekend habits of highly effective people (Thanks to Tim)
Interactive map for WW I’s western front
The cost of not following doctor’s orders
Verifying death
On Potpourri
July is gone, but we had a great month of gasoline savings as we saved $3.35 per gallon on 20 gallons, then $1.00 per gallon on 24 gallons, and $0.90 per gallon on 22 gallons – which is slightly over $100 savings.
August is upon us, so it starts with International Clown Week (1-7) – as if Le Clown needs reasons to celebrate.
Friday (Aug 2nd) is International Beer Day and India Pale Ale Day – as if TBM needs a day to go to the pub. Saturday is National Mustard Day, Watermelon Day, while Sunday is National Chocolate Chip Day. (Yes, another reason for Graeter’s!)
Saturday also celebrates Coast Guard Day, so here’s a salute to the men and women serving!
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Thanks to participants in Time: The Musical – Act 5. Hopefully, Act 6 occurs in mid-August.
My wife and I recently received praise from each of our dental hygienists about improvement in our gums, which we and they say is due to using these picks.
I have planned a cartoon post for Saturday.
To send you into the weekend, let’s go full circle as I started it here last week and then featured them as open Act 5 … and I still don’t understand why they aren’t in the Rock and Hall of Fame – yet Boy George is. May this weekend fulfill your wildest dreams. In the words of Garrison Keillor, Be well, do good work, and keep in touch.
Moody Blues good. Politics, keep to myself lol, Love anything Onion, especially when “real” news picks it up. i think Huff-Po has done that a couple of times. I need to speak to Le Clown about Canadian world domination. Loved the WW1 map. Saving on fuel will be huge when we start sailing. I had august 2 circled on my calendar. I love the Musicals. I’m out of breath, bye.
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John,
I’m out of breath reading this one … whew. Any idea why the Moody Blues aren’t in the R&R HOF? Speaking of The Onion, several politicians have also picked it up … and so did North Korea! Thanks for adding your touch to the musicals! Meanwhile, here’s something for you.
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Mad max comes to mind
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That Reza Aslan interview was incredible. He kept his composure and made the point well. “I am an academic”. She was so transparent in her attacks. I never watch FN. I don’t put bad stuff into my body or my mind. I do watch Rachel.
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Jim,
Incredible. It would have been interesting to hear the production meeting! Meanwhile, I don’t watch Rachel either. Then again, MSNBC isn’t on my satellite package.
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Graeters Mocha Chocolate Chip. Yep – for my National CChip day treat!! Thanx for the heads up;)
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Kimberly,
Glad I gave you reason for the treat!
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I have to say, I do love Soft Picks, Frank. Other than that, I got nothin…
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Cathy,
Another soft picks endorsement is a good thing … but don’t forget chocolate chips on Sunday.
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Lauren Green’s (FOX News) interview with Reza Aslan is a good example of why I don’t watch FOX News. Watch for yourself. <— That was beyond horrible & painful to watch.
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RoSy,
The only reason I watched it because I heard a short commentary about it with a clip. Gads!
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Thanks for giving the heads up Frank, now I know how to celebrate my weekend. so its going to be Beer- Mustard- watermelon and finally ending it with chocolate chip.
Hurrah 🙂
wish you a lovely weekend 🙂
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Soma,
Sounds like you could have a wonderful weekend! Stay dry!!!
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As an eternal pessimist Frank I doubt that his weekend will fulfill my wildest dreams, but I am looking forward to your next cartoon post.
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Lame,
Too funny .. but it is a good thought .. and I hope I finish the cartoon post!!!
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Frank I have to ask… do you ever do “Opinions in Longs?”… or is that kept for the golf course.??
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Bulldog,
Ha ha … I actually came up with the title as a counter to the longer, one-subject posts … here’s the first edition … https://afrankangle.wordpress.com/2008/11/25/opinions-in-the-shorts-vol-1/
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Oh yes, the ‘Moody Blues’ are just great. I was studying in Birmingham when they burst on the pop scene. ‘Night in White Satin’ is my favourite song of theirs. I’m much too excited with the family goings on this weekend, to give even a fleeting thought to politics. Have a good one, Frank. 🙂
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Sylvia,
You have a great event to celebrate this weekend, so your excitement is understandable. Cheers to your appreciation of the Moody Blues.
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That interview was painful. Kudos to Reza for keeping calm.
As for your Onion picks, naturally The Vatican’s actions take the cake!
Enjoy the weekend!
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Kanerva,
Reza was so calm as if he expected it … and she was obviously intentional that it was planned. Have a wonderful weekend on the water.
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It was very enjoyable, thank you. Now back on dry land…
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Thank you dear Frank, have a nice weekend, love, nia
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Nia,
Thanks for stopping by and I hope Istanbul has wonderful weather this weekend.
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Ever since I had to spend an inordinate amount of time lobbying to make 1985 (or was it 86?) the Oil Heat Centennial, I have had a fondness for the weirdness of those “Days.” (I was competing for attention with the folks who were lobbying for Mule Appreciation Day. I am happy to report we were both wildly successful) Thank you for letting me know about them!
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Elyse,
Your successful lobbying effort is an unquestionable resume builder, but beware of Int’l Clown Week.
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Your implication that there is a connection cuts me to the quick, Frank.
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Your lobbying efforts were simply part of the journey to the Queen throne.
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I would laugh about this one: Congress fiercely divided over completely blank bill that says and does nothing–but it’s so close to the truth that it’s scary.
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Funny, yes, but there will never be a blank bill that Congress fights over. Although, I get the point – Congress will fight over anything just to not agree with each other. And, wow. They get a break even though nothing has been accomplished? Amazing.
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SDS,
Simply said … they are pathetic … and they seemingly continue to ignore approval ratings for the sake of following their party line.
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So, today is International Beer Day? In Canada, that’s pretty much every day, but we shall celebrate nonetheless. AND will toast the Coast Guard in the process…a difficult job and important one. I have a friend in the Coast Guard. Cheers, Frank and have a good weekend!
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Kayjai,
Canadians and their beer is quite the pair … so enjoy the day. And you choice (brand) of beer is ….?
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I’m more of a wine drinker, but ironically…I like the Coronas. Light and with a lime…tasty.
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Kayjai,
That a way … me too! Love my reds.
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😆 on that bill!!! Second thought, if they were arguing on nothing bills, maybe, just maybe we would all be much better off!!! 😆
Have a great Friday, Frank and coming weekend!
🙂
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Marina,
Our Congress causes many of us to pound our heads against the wall. Oh well …. Meanwhile, because you like Genesis, hears one of my favorites for you. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPmqWsvnQkM
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It isn’t often I think highly of a pope.
for his recent comments, I do.
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Guapo,
As a person, Pope Francis has impressed me from the start … and seemingly very different from all other popes in my lifetime.
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I just bought some of those picks for the first time! Gotta love the onion! And chocolate chip day here I come!!
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Zannyro,
You participating in chocolate chip day? I’m surprised and shocked!
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Well maybe…hahaha…sarcasm….so mean Frank, so mean.
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Me? Never!
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This is Restaurant Week in Houston where there are special meal deals at all sorts of places benefitting the Houston Food Bank. Worth eating out for.
On another note. Dog TV started up Aug 1 and is s offering free previews this week…I’m taking bets this channel will be a big hit. Not just for dogs ( it’s all research based) but the programing is so pleasant and soothing it’s bound to become popular with humans trying to lower blood pressure, forget the mess the country is in and what passes for news these days.
Moody Blues! Great start for the weekend – have a nice one!
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Mouse,
Houston’s Restaurant Week sounds wonderful and for a good cause. As for Dog TV, congrats on being the one bringing it to my attention … and yes, I foresee it being big hit. I imagine Molly will tune it while RC rolls her eyes before returning to the nap.
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My apologies for being so quiet on here…. I have had a hectic week to say the least, but I could never miss an OitS!
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Twixt,
No apologies necessary as I know you get busy … but I do enjoy the presence of your wit and insight.
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International Beer Day! Woohoo! I shall start celebrating right away!
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Hood,
OK … it’s now Saturday morning for me … so how did you celebrate?
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I’m celebrating a pounding headache and some dry mouth this morning …I need breakfast…
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Oh no …. ok … get your breakfast, but then report. 😉
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I even woke up this morning with big 80’s hair! (I feel better after my shower) I combined Beer Day with Fancy Rat Day and drank about 7 beers in celebration..plus it was Friday…that’s always a joyous occasion. 🙂 I feel even better after the orange juice and aspirin.
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That a way! Cheers to your good time … and the shower too!
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You mean that blank Congress bill isn’t REAL??!
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Archon,
Nope … only wishful thinking. After all, it would be something they couldn’t screw up.
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I am really loving your Moody Blues offerings! And I had to make a stop over at the Onion for the Rush Limbaugh headlines. Spot on! I’m looking forward to the interesting reads, too! See you tomorrow with the cartoon! 🙂
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Debra,
Poor Rush … he’s getting picked on – but it’s too bad!!! After all, he’s a nuisance to society. Let me know which of your reads is your fav.
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Thanks for the reminder of Garrison Keillor. My parents brought back cassette tapes from their first visit to the US many years ago and we played them on all long journeys. Our kids could join in. Lovely, beautiful stories and voice! 🙂
Loved the Moody Blues too! 🙂
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MBT,
The Keiler quote is something I’ve been using for some time at the end of Opinion in the Shorts. Even did a post on those words sometime ago. Here you go … https://afrankangle.wordpress.com/2009/07/06/on-a-special-phrase/
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Thank you for that. I’ve been in and very much enjoyed that post and its philosophy. 🙂
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Glad you enjoyed it.
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