Jesus Christ, a whole slew of new (and possibly one returning) 'bloggers to link and thank:
The Qvenxian Scripts
WHY NOT RESIST?
Underexposure!
CCAA Students Rock!!!!!!!
Hibernation
Dialectic Humanism
hardyandtiny in seoul
Chase me ladies, I'm in the cavalry.
I have really got to quite putting it off everytime I say to myself "You know, you should really get those links up there tight about now."
Also, thanks to those who e-mail me, even if I'm too lazy to reply, like the 'blogmaster of Dialectic Humanism as well as the guy who runs The Reel Deal and Other Bad Jokes.
Thursday, April 29, 2004
This is quite possibly my most favorite spam ever:
get a university diploma even if you don't deserve it!
Do you want a prosperous future, increased earning power
more money and the respect of all?
Call this number:
1-212-714-8290
(24 hours)
# There are no required tests, classes, books, or interviews!
# Get a Bachelors, Masters, MBA, and Doctorate (PhD) diploma!
# Receive the benefits and admiration that comes with a diploma!
# No one is turned down!
You want a prosperous future and you can get it even though you don't deserve it, all without having to do any work whatsoever. Even better, you're going to get respect! Because we all know how much we respect people who got their "diploma" via e-mail! The best part is, there's no way you can lose; no one is turned down! This damn near sums up everything that's wrong with this country. It falls just short due to no mention of Jesus.
get a university diploma even if you don't deserve it!
Do you want a prosperous future, increased earning power
more money and the respect of all?
Call this number:
1-212-714-8290
(24 hours)
# There are no required tests, classes, books, or interviews!
# Get a Bachelors, Masters, MBA, and Doctorate (PhD) diploma!
# Receive the benefits and admiration that comes with a diploma!
# No one is turned down!
You want a prosperous future and you can get it even though you don't deserve it, all without having to do any work whatsoever. Even better, you're going to get respect! Because we all know how much we respect people who got their "diploma" via e-mail! The best part is, there's no way you can lose; no one is turned down! This damn near sums up everything that's wrong with this country. It falls just short due to no mention of Jesus.
First Maureen gave us a rundown of Cheneyworld, and now she does the same for Bushworld. Welcome to Hell, kids. Population: us. Man, am I sorry I missed that column several days ago, but hopefully I got it out there soon enough before if hits the Times pay-per-view archive for anyone who cares. That or anyone who hasn't read it on their own... You're not dependent on me for all your daily linkage, are you?
I wonder if the 9/11 commissioners brought chainsaws to cut through all the bullshit they'd be up against?
Bush and Cheney have been criticized - and rightly so - for insisting on meeting together with the commission. The notion that they did it "to get their stories straight," I think, is partially correct. They wanted to meet as a team for this reason, but also because they didn't trust Dubya to meet with the commission on his own. Bush has to meet with the commission alongside his nanny for the same reason he has held so few press conferences - he's an idiot. He's going to get confused, say the wrong, thing, and fuck everything up for Team Bush.
Bush and Cheney have been criticized - and rightly so - for insisting on meeting together with the commission. The notion that they did it "to get their stories straight," I think, is partially correct. They wanted to meet as a team for this reason, but also because they didn't trust Dubya to meet with the commission on his own. Bush has to meet with the commission alongside his nanny for the same reason he has held so few press conferences - he's an idiot. He's going to get confused, say the wrong, thing, and fuck everything up for Team Bush.
The lack of a question mark is intentional
Yeah, this sucks. We've got Bush on the R side, and not as bad as Bush on the D side. Why are we so fucked up that there's pretty much no hope of ever getting a decent candidate in there who can win.
D. Trump is going to ask for a prenup? No way.
I just would not want to bother getting married if I felt the need for a prenup. On the other hand, I can understand wanting to hedge your bets since, hey, shit happens. Lucky for me this is never going to be an issue since A) I'll probably never have that much money and B) I'm never going to get married anway.
I just would not want to bother getting married if I felt the need for a prenup. On the other hand, I can understand wanting to hedge your bets since, hey, shit happens. Lucky for me this is never going to be an issue since A) I'll probably never have that much money and B) I'm never going to get married anway.
Okay, I've just about had it with the Pat Tillman story. This was the big news at the end of last week, and it's continued this week. Maybe I'm getting a bit more fed up with it since I listen to JFR everyday, and (ostensibly) being a sports talk show, the Tillman story has been a major topic for the past several days. No matter what the story, pretty much anything will reach a saturation point, and that's where I'm at on this one.
Now, I've gotta say that even I'm impressed with what this guy did. He gave up millions of dollars to go and become an Army ranger in response to 9/11. That's balls right there. Someone willing to volunteer to do something that I don't want to do even if I'm forced. Of course, there's a reason why I don't want to go into the military, one I'm not afraid to admit - I'm a coward. As such, I'm impressed with anyone who is willing to volunteer for the military on at least that level. Things are compounded in Pat Tillman's case since the guy walked away from a wad of cash for seemingly all the right reasons. He wasn't looking for any publicity or accolades, he just wanted to serve his country. At least, as far as I know. I obviously didn't know him personally. Regardless of motives I wouldn't do what he did, and again, that's part of why I'm impressed with it.
One thing that irritates me about this story is the general trend of people making a bigger deal out of something when it happens an athlete or someone else famous as opposed to just a "regular" person. I understand that someone even semi-famous is going to get more attention than someone obscure; that's just a natural extension of our celebrity lust in this society. Still, it irritates me that one guy is getting so much attention when there are so many others out there who are making the same sacrifices. Sure, not everyone gave up an NFL contract, but they are still sacrificing time with their families, their psychological well being, and potentially their lives, just like Pat Tillman. Like I said, I understand that someone like this is naturally going to get more attention than your everyday Joe, but c'mon, let's try and see a little more balance here. I really don't think all the rest of the people in our armed forces - all volunteers - get the credit they deserve beyond lip service. "I support the troops!"
Even I will point out that there is a good side of this, though. When something like this happens to someone who's famous and it gets a lot of attention, it at least puts a face on what's going on. While I do think that things are way out of balance, in a way, this helps to remind people that we've got lots of men and women fighting and dying over there and maybe restores some of that balance. I just wish we'd quit acting like the life of a celebrity is more important than the life of anyone else.
With regards to the original article, the backlash against the student is of course unsurprising. Also unsurprising is people like UMass president Jack Wilson coming out and saying the things he did. Just like with people who say mindless things like "I support the troops," this is just hollow, empty rhetoric that's being spewed only because it's completely safe to say and they feel like it's what they're supposed to say. Okay, okay, a lot of people like Wilson probably at least believe what they're saying, but it still seems to be living on a base without any critical thought. There's no heart or feeling behind shit like that, and as always, I'm tired of it. I don't agree with the grad student who wrote the article (but again, I didn't know Tillman personally so who knows), but I applaud him for actually having the balls to say something that's bound to be incredibly unpopular. That takes some balls as well, especially in this day and age.
Now, I've gotta say that even I'm impressed with what this guy did. He gave up millions of dollars to go and become an Army ranger in response to 9/11. That's balls right there. Someone willing to volunteer to do something that I don't want to do even if I'm forced. Of course, there's a reason why I don't want to go into the military, one I'm not afraid to admit - I'm a coward. As such, I'm impressed with anyone who is willing to volunteer for the military on at least that level. Things are compounded in Pat Tillman's case since the guy walked away from a wad of cash for seemingly all the right reasons. He wasn't looking for any publicity or accolades, he just wanted to serve his country. At least, as far as I know. I obviously didn't know him personally. Regardless of motives I wouldn't do what he did, and again, that's part of why I'm impressed with it.
One thing that irritates me about this story is the general trend of people making a bigger deal out of something when it happens an athlete or someone else famous as opposed to just a "regular" person. I understand that someone even semi-famous is going to get more attention than someone obscure; that's just a natural extension of our celebrity lust in this society. Still, it irritates me that one guy is getting so much attention when there are so many others out there who are making the same sacrifices. Sure, not everyone gave up an NFL contract, but they are still sacrificing time with their families, their psychological well being, and potentially their lives, just like Pat Tillman. Like I said, I understand that someone like this is naturally going to get more attention than your everyday Joe, but c'mon, let's try and see a little more balance here. I really don't think all the rest of the people in our armed forces - all volunteers - get the credit they deserve beyond lip service. "I support the troops!"
Even I will point out that there is a good side of this, though. When something like this happens to someone who's famous and it gets a lot of attention, it at least puts a face on what's going on. While I do think that things are way out of balance, in a way, this helps to remind people that we've got lots of men and women fighting and dying over there and maybe restores some of that balance. I just wish we'd quit acting like the life of a celebrity is more important than the life of anyone else.
With regards to the original article, the backlash against the student is of course unsurprising. Also unsurprising is people like UMass president Jack Wilson coming out and saying the things he did. Just like with people who say mindless things like "I support the troops," this is just hollow, empty rhetoric that's being spewed only because it's completely safe to say and they feel like it's what they're supposed to say. Okay, okay, a lot of people like Wilson probably at least believe what they're saying, but it still seems to be living on a base without any critical thought. There's no heart or feeling behind shit like that, and as always, I'm tired of it. I don't agree with the grad student who wrote the article (but again, I didn't know Tillman personally so who knows), but I applaud him for actually having the balls to say something that's bound to be incredibly unpopular. That takes some balls as well, especially in this day and age.
Yeah, but I still wish dating sims would catch on over here. That concept is so fucked up and socially imbalanced that I can't help but get on board.
Wednesday, April 28, 2004
Sweet. We are just hurtling towards this election becoming a full-blown circus. Because, oh yes, it can get way, way worse than it already is.
I'm telling you, if Japan really is in a recovery, it's all on the strength of a handful of friends and myself.
The U.S. government spent how much time and money trying to get to Castro, and these guys manage to pull it off, and they're in trouble? Okay, it's not quite the same thing, but still - these guys deserve some kind of medal, not a fine.
I can't remember if I've posted this link before or not, but if you're a dork like me, you'll find it hillarious.
Tuesday, April 27, 2004
Google search:
Teacher's who fuck
This is one of the most INFURIATING classes of Google hits that I get - people who can't use apostrophes. Look, I'm sure you can find plenty of cases where I've fucked up apostrophe usage, but usually not with something as basic as this. I have gotten so fucking many "something's that fuck" hits that I'm well past saturation with them. Just be glad someone was looking for "teacher's" today as opposed to some of the other "something's" I get that would just make people sick.
Teacher's who fuck
This is one of the most INFURIATING classes of Google hits that I get - people who can't use apostrophes. Look, I'm sure you can find plenty of cases where I've fucked up apostrophe usage, but usually not with something as basic as this. I have gotten so fucking many "something's that fuck" hits that I'm well past saturation with them. Just be glad someone was looking for "teacher's" today as opposed to some of the other "something's" I get that would just make people sick.
MSN search:
pics of naked guys in uniform
Make up your mind: do you want them naked or not? God fucking damn it people are stupid.
pics of naked guys in uniform
Make up your mind: do you want them naked or not? God fucking damn it people are stupid.
Monday, April 26, 2004
Not in the mood to post anything of consequence... Don't ask how this differs from normal.
MSN search:
fuck mouth
I think this would make a great band name. We could go on tour and announce ourselves as the sworn enemy of Smashmouth.
fuck mouth
I think this would make a great band name. We could go on tour and announce ourselves as the sworn enemy of Smashmouth.
Sunday, April 25, 2004
Spam:
Debt Consolidation with a Christian Perspective
This is really fucking stupid. I don't need a religious perspective on handling debt. I need a fucking smart way of handling debt perspective. But, you know, if you want to be retarded and go this route, have fun in the poor house. I'll be looking forward to laughing at you. Some more.
But what would Jesus do? He'd probably find a way to keep Himself out of debt in the first place. And if He failed, He'd just do what everyone else does - have His dad bail Him out.
Debt Consolidation with a Christian Perspective
This is really fucking stupid. I don't need a religious perspective on handling debt. I need a fucking smart way of handling debt perspective. But, you know, if you want to be retarded and go this route, have fun in the poor house. I'll be looking forward to laughing at you. Some more.
But what would Jesus do? He'd probably find a way to keep Himself out of debt in the first place. And if He failed, He'd just do what everyone else does - have His dad bail Him out.
Oh look, another Google search:
girls who fuck for 1000 dollars
This is at least the second time I've gotten this exact search string. What the hell is this, Priceline for hookers? Why are you setting your price at $1000? Why don't you start lower and then bargain with her? What the hell made you choose $1000 as your line in the sand, anyway? Does she need to weigh exactly 125 lbs., too? God fucking damn it people are strusfrating.
girls who fuck for 1000 dollars
This is at least the second time I've gotten this exact search string. What the hell is this, Priceline for hookers? Why are you setting your price at $1000? Why don't you start lower and then bargain with her? What the hell made you choose $1000 as your line in the sand, anyway? Does she need to weigh exactly 125 lbs., too? God fucking damn it people are strusfrating.
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