Whatever dude.

Fox News mounts "assault" on GE: report

Ooooh! Big scary Bill O'Reilly's coming for them. Olbermann's going to pull a muscle from laughing too hard.

Also good

Alleged MySpace 'cyber-bully' indicted in teen's suicide

As a refresher: Drew, the woman indited by the grand jury, is the mother who created a fake MySpace profile that caused 13-year-old Megan Meier to commit suicide.

update: I wanted to say a few more things. She's in her mid-40s. She knew Megan for most of Megan's life. And she masterminded the events that led to a child taking her life in despair. That's evil.
I'm always a supporter of the First Amendment. I will always defend the right of a person to speak their mind. This does not qualify. She's a nasty, cruel being. And deserves to be in jail.

YES!!!!! GLORIOUS HAPPY DAY!

California Supreme Court overturns gay marriage ban

RIGHT ON CALIFORNIA SUPREME COURT!
Humans are humans! Everyone should have the same rights. And in California, as of right this minute, they do!

Well, phew, thanks for clearing that up!

`Jones': Real archaeologists don't have whips

::eyeroll:: Come on now! Is there anyone in the world anywhere who did actually think that Indiana Jones represented a real archaeologist? No one is that dumb.

Shocked! I'm so shocked!

Ex-State officials allege corruption in Iraq

Oh wait a minute. I'm completely not shocked at all!
Really are any of us surprised? Over and over throughout the last 7 years we've seen the results of Bush's "administration." It's nothing but corruption from the top down. So, no, I'm not at all surprised.

A post for the comic book geek in us all. (especially me)

Check it out y'all! "I'm" on a t-shirt! And no, I don't mean Supergirl or Wonder Woman.

Actually, yes, yes you are.

Sex dungeon dad says he’s ‘not a monster’

"Without me (she) would not be alive anymore... I was the one who made sure that she was taken to a hospital," said Fritzl, who also has seven children with his wife Rosemarie.

"I could have killed all of them — then nothing would have happened. No one would have ever known about it."

Let's review: convicted rapist, possible murderer (they're investigating the death of a young girl who looked like his daughter), kidnapper, rapist.
He's a monster.
Apparently his lawyer's going to try the insanity defense. Not cutting it.

Dear "some Democrats"

Some Democrats quietly send word to Clinton it's over

Why does it bother you so much that Hillary Clinton is still in the race? She has the right to keep running! It doesn't do you any harm.
I really don't want to hear any of the "it's distracting from the national race." What, you guys can't fight McCain? Really? His record is right out there. Make him defend it. Show the people what he is.
Just because you're "tired" of the horse race doesn't mean it has to end.

EVERYBODY GETS TO VOTE! Deal with it.

My genetic build comes through

First, a musical interlude:



and now the story:

Scientists find something good about a big bottom

First of all, I take issue with the title of the article. Dumb.
But whatever.
Some good news for those of us who are genetically prone to non tiny heinies.

Another one

Church leader arrested on sex charges in northeast N.M.

This fool compares himself to Jesus. Right. Probably raped and abused children. But totally innocent.
Gag!

Heartbreaking

Myanmar cyclone death toll soars past 22,000: state radio

The devastation from cyclone Nargis is heartbreaking. And the death tolls are going to keep rising. The military junta has, so far, not allowed aid workers into the country.

Unbelievable

L.A. Unified officials knew of molestation allegations against principal

You know, we were all up in arms railing against the Catholic Church for doing the exact same thing. Here's the line: if someone is accused of molesting anyone, you don't move them to a situation where they can do it again. You put them on administrative leave, investigate the allegations and if they are proved, you fire his (or her) ass!
And if you're the administrator that was responsible for the transfer (and coverup!) you should be fired as well.

Sick

Austrian police: Suspect's dungeon plans date back to 1978

Have you guys been following this story? This guy is totally sick and depraved. Apparently he started building the dungeon in 1978, and he imprisoned his daughter down there in 1984. So he started building it when she was 12. A year after he first started raping and abusing her. He planned a long long time for the terror he gave that poor woman.
And I seriously want him to pay. He deserves nothing more than to be locked up in the same manner that she was. No sunlight. The ceiling not more than 5'7". Apparently he leashed the woman to a wall for the first few months she was in captivity. So leash his ass up. He deserves to be down a hole for just as long as she was. Not to mention the poor children he fathered on her. By rape.

One more

The fabulous Fabooj at Faboomama tagged me with this one months and months ago. Oops! ;-) But I'm cheating and not tagging, 'cause it was so long ago. Sorry!

Here is how it works:

1. Link to the person that tagged you and post the rules on your blog.
2. Share 7 random and/or weird things about yourself.
3. Tag 7 random people at the end of your post and include links to their blogs.
4. Let each person know that they have been tagged by leaving a comment on their blog.

1. I hate dealing with people. A lot. Public service makes me insane. That's the reason I promoted as fast as I did; to get away from public service.
2. My favorite traveling companion is my Mother.
3. I almost always turn off my bedside lamp at 12:39A.M. Everyday. Otherwiase I stay up really late.
4. I have a massive "to be read" and yet constantly reread books and buy new books.
5. I have to be forced to listen to whole albums. I'm always afraid that I won't like all the songs and will fall out of love with the song I bought the cd for.
6. I love the fact that my name is "weird." I learn more about people from the way they react to my name than I do any other way.
7. I love to do things by myself.

a Saturday meme

Jennifer over at saying yes... tagged me the other day. So here goes.

Yourself: amused
Your Partner: non-existant
Your Hair: straight
Your Mother: gregarious
Your Father: noble
Your Favorite Item: none
Your Dream Last Night: didn't
Your Favorite Drink: tea
Your Dream Home: bright
The Room You Are In: library
Your Fear: unhappiness
Where Do You Want to be in 10 years: here
Who You Hung Out With Last Night: Tammy
What You Are Not: tidy
Muffins: no
One of Your Wish Items: secret
Time: flying
Last Thing You Did: reference
What You Are Wearing: dress
Your Favorite Weather: sunny
Your Favorite Book: impossible!
Last Thing You Ate: toast
Your Mood: happy
Your Best Friends: Far
What Are You Thinking About Right Now: November
Your Car: small
Your Summer: exciting
What’s on your TV: Farscape
What Is Your Weather Like: sunny
When Was the Last Time You Laughed: recently
What is your relationship status: single

I'm not tagging anyone, but if you'd like to play, tell me in the comments and I'll link you.

What I did as soon as I got home

Brand new chain installed on my door. Which now has new locks. No one's getting in.

Dear Country of my birth:

What the fuck is wrong with you? Girl, 6, thrown on fire for being 'lowest class'

Two things that help ease the pain of this story: the guy was charged with attempted murder. And the head of the State is a woman named Mayawati. She's the most powerful person in the state of Uttar Pradesh, where this happened. And she also happens to be a "dalit", an "unctouchable". Dude, your attempted murdering ass is going to jail.

Again, it's the year 2008. This "class distinction" bullshit is so offensive.

My day so far.

So, I think someone tried to break into my apartment this morning.
Around 6:30, I heard what sounded like my door locks being opened. For a second I thought, "wow, I've got super hearing and can hear some opening the neighbor's door." (Still half asleep at this time.) Then I thought, "wait a minute, can't be." So I put on my glasses and went out to check. Nothing appeared to be moved. The door was closed. But I noticed that the top lock on the door was open. So I turned it to locked and went to shower and get ready.
When I was ready to leave, I went to open the bottom lock. That was unlocked as well.
People, there is no way in Hell I went to bed last night without locking at least one lock on my door. I've never ever not fully locked my door.
I got to work and called the apartment office and asked to have the locks changed.
Which they did. And I checked, the keys work fine.
And on my way back to work I stopped at the store and bought a chain for the door.
Isn't that a splendid way to start off the day?

Why electing a Democrat to the White House is critical.

Supreme Court says police may search even if arrest invalid

The next President is going to appoint Supreme Court judges. There's no question about it. And you we want the risk of any more Alitos or Roberts on the Court? We can not afford it. We just can't.

More White House bullshit

White House challenges release of visitor logs

You all know I'm a "public servant" ::insert eyeroll::. Everything we do is open to public scrutiny. I have people yelling at me for driving a "city vehicle." Except the only vehicle I ever drive is my own personal one, paid for by myself. It's not owned by the City. I have people stopping me int he grocery store and telling me that they have books they need from the library. Except it's 8:30 at night and I'm on my own time. And then, of course, there's my all time favorite: "I pay taxes, I pay your salary." Um, no you don't. And, by the way, I pay my taxes too. (I can't tell you how close to telling anyone who says that to Fuck off so hard!)
All that brings me back to the story above. Our legislators, including the President, are civil servants. They don't have the right to declare that we the public don't have a right to know what they're up to.

Seriously insane

Woman branded witch, beheaded

This happened in a village not far from the city I was born in. It's hard for me to figure out just how far, because really, I haven't lived there in over 30 years. But this just happened. Thinks she's a witch and cuts her head off.
There are over 1 billion people in India. It's one of the fastest growing economies in the world.
And yet things like this still happen.

I'm planning a trip to India in November to attend the wedding of one of my cousins. My Mom is absolutely insistent that I do not fly into the country by myself. She is attempting to get plane tickets so that my Dad and I can fly in together. And my Dad is agreeing with that.
I'm 37 years old. My parents don't think it's safe for me to fly into the land of my birth on my own. If it was just my Mom saying this, I would roll my eyes. But my Dad is agreeing with her. They are actively concerned that I would be abused and molested if I flew by myself.
Isn't that just disheartening? And shameful.

Protest

Are you disgusted with ABC for that so-called debate the other night?
Want to give them a piece of your mind?
Well, here you go:

We're marching on ABC/Disney in Burbank today - armed with flag pins!

Join the Courage Campaign as they take the fight to the doors of Disney.

Just watch

Seriously. You. Will. Laugh.

found at I'll flip you, flip you for real, Beth Spotswood's place. She's funnier than the youtube.

A personal plea

Save the LA Public Library

As always, I speak only for myself. I do not represent my employee on this blog. It is my personal blog with my personal choices reflected there upon.

The City of Los Angeles is facing huge monetary shortfalls. Everybody is. But this obviously is personal for me. If you can contribute in anyway, I would be most grateful.

Give

That's my birthday cake from back in January. My sister in law made it for me. Could there ever be a more fitting cake? ::grin::

Anyway, this post isn't about me. This post is about my two most favorite Congressional candidates.


Darcy Burner for Congress

and



Ron Shepston for Congress

I know I've told you about them before. But I had the opportunity to meet them both yesterday. I've met Darcy Burner once before. She and I shared a ride to O'Hare after Yearly Kos last August. And when we met yesterday, she remembered me. And she remembered our conversation. 8 months later. She's smart and dedicated. You really do want her to be in Congress. She's one of the best.

Ron's a friend from Daily Kos. He's running in the the California 42nd. The seat currently being held by Gary Miller. Ron will be better. It's his birthday today. So go send him some birthday cheer.

She is Bossy!

Last night I had the extreme pleasure of getting to meet Bossy (and a whole bunch of very nice bloggers) here in Los Angeles. I say with absolute certainty that Bossy is one of the nicest, funniest, bravest, most generous, kind people you will ever have the pleasure of meeting.

This one made me snort with laughter

see more crazy cat pics

You know I loves me some lolcats! More substantial posts coming later today. With photos! But this one made me laugh so hard this morning.

things that have just crossed before my eyes

a woman. wearing a leotard. with plaid short shorts. and tights. textured tights. ugg boots and a sleeveless denim vest.
no no, don't try and picture it. it's too painful.

Why? Just, why.

Florida lawmakers pass "take your guns to work" law

You know, there's a large portion of the world that even today sees this country as being full of gun happy cowboy weirdos. And Florida sure as hell is living down to that reputation. It wasn't that long ago that Florida was contending with a rash of tourist shootings. And now any yahoo can run around with a gun, as long as they have a license.
Bunch of dumbasses.

Impeach

Rights group says CIA rendered 14 suspects to Jordan

Lie to me again, George. Tell me that this didn't happen. That our country did not knowingly turn prisoners over to other countries to be tortured.
I won't believe it. But keep lying to me.

Coming very soon!

To a tv screen near me.

Duh. Of course she will. She a DEMOCRAT!

Clinton says she will defend gay rights

She says some very good things. I wish she'd support gay marriage. But hey, she's the only candidate who was willing to be interviewed by the Philadelphia Gay News.
That puts her far ahead of the others.

Apparently, I will never be a leader.

Always buying sneakers? It's the sign of a leader: poll

Wow. Who comes up with these dumb ass polls? The article says that if you but three or more pairs of sneakers a year, you have many of the same characteristics that people consider a real leader to have.
Hell, I don't even usually buy three pairs of shoes a year, much less three pairs of sneakers.
I'm obviously doomed to mediocrity.

Earth Hour

Earth Hour

Don't forget. From 8Pm-9PM. Turn off your lights. It's a pretty amazing feeling, actually.

Are you kidding me?

Supplier Under Scrutiny on Aging Arms for Afghans

The guy has gotten over $300 MILLION to supply our troops. And he's 22! And the munitions he supplied are aver 40 years old and decomposing. What. The. Fuck?
How does he even get access like this. Check out this quote from the article:

Mr. Diveroli, in a brief telephone interview late last year, denied any wrongdoing. “I know that my company does everything 100 percent on the up and up, and that’s all I’m concerned about,” he said.

He also suggested that his activities should be shielded from public view. “AEY is working on a moderately classified Department of Defense project,” he said. “I really don’t want to talk about the details.”

The emphasis is mine.

Give Leno the finger

My Gayest Look

Just go and see.

A good start

Pakistani prime minister frees judges

It's going to be very interesting to see how things shake down in Pakistan.
Releasing the judges is a great start.

Okay, seriously. Just stop sharing!

NY Gov. Paterson says he used cocaine

Affairs. Now with the drugs. Seriously. I don't care. Just stop telling us things!
You know, this stuff shouldn't be the big huge deal it's going to be made out to be. 'Cause really, most of us have done some sort of stuff.
We've got to stop making a big deal!

weird

I'm watching pine trees have sex. It's odd.
The street my library is on has a lot of pine trees (don't ask me what kind specifically, I have no clue.) Anyway, if you watch, there is an occasional release of what i have to believe is tree sperm. One tree does it, then another, then another. It's pretty windy, so the tree sperm (I'm seriously going to keep calling it that. For the amusement value.) gets carried off.

Oh hells yeah!

Pelosi meets with Dalai Lama, denounces Chinese rule in Tibet

Even though the U.S. really doesn't have a moral leg to stand on when it comes to human rights anymore, it's really fabulous to see the Speaker of the House take such a firm stand.