Merry Christmas!!! Will be pursuing happiness on the slopes next week, so no posting. See you in 2005!!!
Saturday, December 25, 2004
Wednesday, December 22, 2004
Welcome Carnivalers!
Welcome to my humble site, dedicated to, well it's dedicated to the Pursuit of Happiness. Have a look around, we've got Ravioli recipes, commentary on ED commercials, and right thinking politics. By the way, if you don't agree, let me know, I always open to learning new things.
Most importantly, enjoy!
Most importantly, enjoy!
Tuesday, December 21, 2004
Thank You Tony Blair
Did you hear Mr. Blair speak this morning? It was an inspiration.
Sometimes I listen to the media in this country and I just wonder if they realize that they're Americans. I suppose the answer is yes, but I wonder if they really know what that means. Sure, anybody can sign up to support the troops, but now is the time that it is most important to support the mission. Mr. Blair sent the world a wake-up call today, and we need to listen.
As Americans we have an obligation in this world that no other country has. Those that came before us died for the freedoms that we have today. On Bunker Hill, at Gettysburg, D-Day, the Pacific Theater, Korea, Vietnam, the first Gulf War they met the call and our lives are better for it today. We wake up, go to work, pay taxes, and love our families. Some of us volunteer for service, but most don't. This is okay, its the system that we have built, but for those of us at home supporting the troops requires that we support missions that are honorable.
At this point how can anyone question the honor of our mission? There are three sides to this battle in Iraq; Saddam's old regime, the murderers and terrorists trying to stop the elections and return to darkness, and democracy. Do we even have a choice if we are to be true to our fathers? What would history say if we choose otherwise?
This was not the easy path. Dealing with Saddam and turning a blind eye to mass murder would have been simple. We could easily have chosen the French way, and work out a deal for a smooth supply of oil. The screams of the innocent would have been overwhelmed by distance and ignorance. George Bush knew that America could no longer ignore its responsibility to fight evil, and now so many Iraqis have bravely come forward to begin this historic step.
Its not easy, but it is undoubtedly noble. Iraqi's are being murdered in the streets to stop the elections. Yet, every morning they get up keep going. Same thing happened in Afghanistan. Remember when that was going to be a disaster? The true lesson that we learn again and again is that if we give people anywhere in this world a chance for freedom 9 times out of 10 they take it.
We are on the path to victory. Sure, we can question whether or not we had enough troops, or planned properly for the insurgency, or whether Rummy personally signs every letter of condolence. These questions must be asked after we win. The real questions we should be asking now are what else must we do to win? The constant carping in the media isn't focused on this goal, because in their hearts, they have not committed to victory. It appears in fact, that many would celebrate an American loss. They then wonder way they're labeled as anti-Americans.
Ask yourself one question. When was the last time you saw a major U.S. publication conduct a full review of the thousands or good things we've built in Iraq. The opposition gets full reporting on every bomb they manage to ignite. Fair and balanced?
Now go and listen to Tony Blair. Man, I wish Bush was as eloquent. Unfortunately he is not. This is what makes Bush and Blair such great partners. Tony for all his gifts simply does not have the resolve that our President has - few people do. Can there be any doubt that fate has brought these two men together as partners to begin the historic transition to peace in the middle east.
Go and listen to Tony Blair. Then you will understand why our President had to take us down this path. You will also understand why our victory is certain.
Sometimes I listen to the media in this country and I just wonder if they realize that they're Americans. I suppose the answer is yes, but I wonder if they really know what that means. Sure, anybody can sign up to support the troops, but now is the time that it is most important to support the mission. Mr. Blair sent the world a wake-up call today, and we need to listen.
As Americans we have an obligation in this world that no other country has. Those that came before us died for the freedoms that we have today. On Bunker Hill, at Gettysburg, D-Day, the Pacific Theater, Korea, Vietnam, the first Gulf War they met the call and our lives are better for it today. We wake up, go to work, pay taxes, and love our families. Some of us volunteer for service, but most don't. This is okay, its the system that we have built, but for those of us at home supporting the troops requires that we support missions that are honorable.
At this point how can anyone question the honor of our mission? There are three sides to this battle in Iraq; Saddam's old regime, the murderers and terrorists trying to stop the elections and return to darkness, and democracy. Do we even have a choice if we are to be true to our fathers? What would history say if we choose otherwise?
This was not the easy path. Dealing with Saddam and turning a blind eye to mass murder would have been simple. We could easily have chosen the French way, and work out a deal for a smooth supply of oil. The screams of the innocent would have been overwhelmed by distance and ignorance. George Bush knew that America could no longer ignore its responsibility to fight evil, and now so many Iraqis have bravely come forward to begin this historic step.
Its not easy, but it is undoubtedly noble. Iraqi's are being murdered in the streets to stop the elections. Yet, every morning they get up keep going. Same thing happened in Afghanistan. Remember when that was going to be a disaster? The true lesson that we learn again and again is that if we give people anywhere in this world a chance for freedom 9 times out of 10 they take it.
We are on the path to victory. Sure, we can question whether or not we had enough troops, or planned properly for the insurgency, or whether Rummy personally signs every letter of condolence. These questions must be asked after we win. The real questions we should be asking now are what else must we do to win? The constant carping in the media isn't focused on this goal, because in their hearts, they have not committed to victory. It appears in fact, that many would celebrate an American loss. They then wonder way they're labeled as anti-Americans.
Ask yourself one question. When was the last time you saw a major U.S. publication conduct a full review of the thousands or good things we've built in Iraq. The opposition gets full reporting on every bomb they manage to ignite. Fair and balanced?
Now go and listen to Tony Blair. Man, I wish Bush was as eloquent. Unfortunately he is not. This is what makes Bush and Blair such great partners. Tony for all his gifts simply does not have the resolve that our President has - few people do. Can there be any doubt that fate has brought these two men together as partners to begin the historic transition to peace in the middle east.
Go and listen to Tony Blair. Then you will understand why our President had to take us down this path. You will also understand why our victory is certain.
This Is Wicked
As in wicked funny.
Most of you know my thoughts on Senator McCain, but this Hagel is twice as bad. I'm well aware that these men served their country in uniform, but how much leeway do they get as a result? Its very clear that they're grandstanding on the Rumsfeld question for their own gain. Sure, its politics and politicians can be expected to do such things, but they are carrying on in a time of war.
Iraqis are everyday fighting to bring freedom and democracy to their country, and our job is to stand with them and see that they have the chance they deserve. With McCain and Hagel, I'm forced to ask, what side are they on. There will be plenty of time to review Rumsfeld's performance later. There is an election in Iraq on January 30, and controversy on our side, at this time just gives the enemy further strength, and the Iraqi public further questions about our resolve.
Anyway, Annika gets it right on this one.
Most of you know my thoughts on Senator McCain, but this Hagel is twice as bad. I'm well aware that these men served their country in uniform, but how much leeway do they get as a result? Its very clear that they're grandstanding on the Rumsfeld question for their own gain. Sure, its politics and politicians can be expected to do such things, but they are carrying on in a time of war.
Iraqis are everyday fighting to bring freedom and democracy to their country, and our job is to stand with them and see that they have the chance they deserve. With McCain and Hagel, I'm forced to ask, what side are they on. There will be plenty of time to review Rumsfeld's performance later. There is an election in Iraq on January 30, and controversy on our side, at this time just gives the enemy further strength, and the Iraqi public further questions about our resolve.
Anyway, Annika gets it right on this one.
Monday, December 20, 2004
Wonkette: Now Twice As Shallow and Pointless!!
Check out this "Fast Chat" (as if you could have anything else with Wonkette) in a Newsweek interview:
What did you think of the bloggers' role in the Dan Rather affair?
I think they did a disservice to the debate because they made the debate about the documents and not about the president of the United States. There was another half to that story that had to do with verifiable events of what Bush may have been up to.
So, lets see if I have that correct. Uncle Dan gets caught putting out false documents about a sitting President in the later weeks of a campaign, which clearly looks like an attempt to swing the election, and the real problem is that we didn't focus on something else that may or may not have happened 35 years ago? OOOOOkay then.
Memo to Wonkette: You lost dear.
What did you think of the bloggers' role in the Dan Rather affair?
I think they did a disservice to the debate because they made the debate about the documents and not about the president of the United States. There was another half to that story that had to do with verifiable events of what Bush may have been up to.
So, lets see if I have that correct. Uncle Dan gets caught putting out false documents about a sitting President in the later weeks of a campaign, which clearly looks like an attempt to swing the election, and the real problem is that we didn't focus on something else that may or may not have happened 35 years ago? OOOOOkay then.
Memo to Wonkette: You lost dear.
The True Culture Debate
Being a midwestern guy, when I went to school years ago I was shocked to hear people offer me a "soda" to drink. I thought to myself, "why would I want soda, isn't that something you put in wiskey?" I then found out that these easterners were actually talking about "pop". You know, coke, 7Up, sprite - pop.
Well, it turns out this is a very regional thing. And by the looks of the map, almost as divisive as red vs. blue politics!
Well, it turns out this is a very regional thing. And by the looks of the map, almost as divisive as red vs. blue politics!
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