Sarge Says

Moving

2006-05-04T19:14:00.000-05:00

I have decided to move to a new location. I am now at WordPress. Here is the link to my new home: http://billyd65.wordpress.com

Please update your links.

I'm OUTRAGED!

2006-05-03T20:11:00.000-05:00

Guyk found this article. It is a bit long, but worth the read. In fact, I believe that EVERY citizen should read this. EVERY person from the local council member to the President of the United States should read this. I am of the opinion that it should become REQUIRED READING for these people BEFORE they take their oath of office.

Go forth and read.
CHARMING, JUST CHARMING: WHERE IS THE OUTRAGE?

Sarge, out

GAS, GAS, GAS!

2006-04-25T12:36:00.000-05:00

Well folks, it seems that some have forgotten the simple laws of Supply and Demand, again. With the refineries having to switch brews and having to eliminate the MTBEs, there is going to be a shortage. Especially when they have to purge the storage tanks and then certify that all the now-banned additives are gone. Come on folks, the refineries have to operate at 100% in order to supply the amount of fuel that we consume. If they have to reduce production, that causes a shortage. If you want to ensure that there is no shortage, then here is what you do. Lobby your Congress critter to eliminate the various blends used, lobby to have more refining capability built, and to allow the exploration of domestic sources (i.e. ANWRR).

More here:
Say Anything: Boutique Fuel Nonsense - North Dakota's Most Popular Political Blog

17 different blends!

Sarge, Out

New Link

2006-04-22T15:00:00.000-05:00

Just linked to the LawDog. Folks, this is the blog of a West Texas Lawman. He has some stories to tell and he tells them well. Very colorful and you can actually see LawDog and Bubba locking horns. Not mention that he posts recipes that look quite tasty from time to time.

Sarge, Out

A Good Neighbor

2006-04-20T13:30:00.000-05:00

Go forth and read.
Stars & Stripes

Lets see the LSM cover this story. SSgt Leak, Sarge owes you a tall cool one. Well done.

Sarge, Out

What Political Party?

2006-04-19T08:22:00.000-05:00

Shamelessly taken from:

Boots Sabers - The blogging will continue until morale improves...

You scored as Republican. <'Imunimaginative's Deviantart Page'>

Republican

92%

Anarchism

83%

Democrat

33%

Socialist

33%

Communism

33%

Fascism

17%

Nazi

Green

What Political Party Do Your Beliefs Put You In?
created with QuizFarm.com

Felonious Behavior

2006-04-06T07:53:00.000-05:00

Go forth and read.

Say Anything: Democrats Block Legislation That Would Stop Felons From Becoming Citizens - North Dakota's Most Popular Political Blog

Any questions? Folks, this IS a campaign issue. If the politicos don't make it so, we MUST.

Sarge, Standing by.

Distress

2006-03-29T08:51:00.000-06:00

Go, Read. I will wait for you.

Michelle Malkin: THE AMERICAN FLAG COMES SECOND

I recall that when you fly our National Ensign upside down, you were signalling DISTRESS. Well folks, looks like the studnets in L.A. are requesting assistance. Folks, let me tell you this. If we are to get serious about controlling our borders, we need to make it a military operation. The Border Patrol is ill equiped to patrol/secure our borders. The US Army, USMC, and USAF have the personnel, the training and the technical know-how. Let's put them to use. This is NOT about law enforcement, this is about stopping an invasion. Mr. Bush, Mr Rumsfeld, are you listening?

Sarge, Out

Sarge, Nashville, Swimming

2006-03-12T20:24:00.000-06:00

Well folks, it's that time of the year. Sarge, CINCHOUSE, and SIT are off to the championship meet this week. As we will be away from the permanent command post for a day or three, posting may be a bit light (not that I am a heavy poster anyway). SIT made one more cut and so, will swim three events at the meet. If you happen to be in Nashville next weekend and looking for something to do, come on over to the Tracy Caulkins Aquatics Center, and see some of the best swimmers in Alabama, NW Florida and Tennesee. Sarge will be on deck somewhere while SIT will be in the water. CINCHOUSE will be watching us both and keeping us on the straight and narrow.

Sarge, Out

Update to Customer Service

2006-03-06T10:14:00.000-06:00

The manager of the local shopping emporium that I opined about below contacted me yesterday with iquiries to establish my exact opservations. As I stated to her, there are training issues abounding. Now, I will give her credit, she did do some basic research as to when I had last been in (as this is a membership place) and that I had only purchased two items and what cashier had checked me out and taken my written IOU (check). As I stated, she agreed that said new cashier, did indeed break training and re-training would recommence soon. While I did not discuss all my observations with her, she and I would still be on the phone, we did establish that I was not treated a s member should have been. It seems that the other associates that I came into contact with are well known to her and this is not the first time that there have been issues of training with them. She did acknowledge that there is a training issue there and that she has been trying to resolve that issue for some time. Maybe, if she hired some competent associates, payed a decent wage, and payed attention to what was happening, she might find that "retraining" of associates would not be required.

Publik Educashun (part 3)

2006-03-03T10:46:00.000-06:00

James Old Guy has it right. Here is the problem. He says it much better than I can. Go take a look.

Sarge, Out

Senators and Border Security

2006-03-02T20:00:00.000-06:00

Well, folks. We are coming into the mid-terms and there are few things that you should now. I know it is early, but you need to be thinking of these things. According to the Constitution, the Senate is composed of three classes. Well, class 1 is up for re-election this year. Here are some issues that should be topping your list:

1. Border Security
2. Illegal Immigration
3. Budget/Pork

Just so you know, and if you live in PA, you need to really pay attention. Sen Specter is drafting legislation that would allow for guest workers to reside in the US and would also grant amnesty to a good portion of the illegal immigrants that are already here. You can find more information here We need to ask our Senators, especially those that are up for re-election, where they stand on these issues. I will not presume to tell you how to cast your vote, it is yours after all. I will ask you to cast it for the one that has the same ideals as you about the issues above. Click the link below and see if one of your Senators is listed. Contact them and let them how you feel.

http://www.senate.gov/general/contact_information/senators_cfm.cfm?Class=1

If you are in the State of Florida, Senator Bill Nelson is up for re-election. Make sure to contact his office and let him know your concerns.

Sarge, Out

Customer Service part whatever

2006-03-02T06:46:00.000-06:00

You know, it gets worse and worse. Yesterday, SIT and I went to the place where they wear red and blue vests and this is what we observed. The lady in front of us was having some sort of difficulty and it seemed that EVERYBODY in the store was tied up with her. Not only that, there seemed to be an inordinate number of trainees on the registers that kept interrupting with questions. Now, I know that this place can park a order and even transfer it from one register to another. When SIT and I finally get to a register, after wasting 30 minutes of my time, the standard "have a nice day" was countered with "it's too late for that." Not to mention that when I inquired of another individual if he was the duty manager, he said no and just moved on, no offer of help, did not bother to contact manager. Next the guy at the door, didn't really seem to care that I had a bad experience. I tell you folks, it makes me want to scream sometimes. Guess I'll find unit manager contact info and let him know that he has a training issue in his store. Simple mistakes such as those made yesterday are going to cost him.

UPDATE: I just sent an e-mail to customer seervice (yeah, right). I can't wait to see what happens now.

Service

2006-02-27T17:46:00.000-06:00

From My Position... On the way!: 411 and and Cingular woes

Chuck has a few choice words about them. Go see what he has to say. I feel pretty much the same way.

I am Austin!

2006-02-27T13:48:00.000-06:00

Found over at the The LLama Butchers

You Are Austin

A little bit country, a little bit rock and roll.
You're totally weird and very proud of it.
Artistic and freaky, you still seem to fit in... in your own strange way.

Famous Austin residents: Lance Armstrong, Sandra Bullock, Andy Roddick

What American City Are You?

FCAT

2006-02-27T10:43:00.000-06:00

It is that time of year again. The FCAT's have started. In case you don't know, this is the series of tests that our children take each year to determine how well the school district is doing. They are also required for our students to get promoted to the next grade. Had a good laugh with SIT about the FCAT the other day. School sends hoema booklet about the FCAT and it states that they school's do not teach the test. SIT looked at me and raised the big red BS flag on that. We have Florida state editions of text books that have FCAT specific questions. Now, let us try that again. I know that the schools are teaching the FCAT, why else would you have a special state edition of a text? Let's try something really useful and get rid of the special texts and get one that will prepare our children for life in the real world and then how about we test them on that text. Seems we took the test and wrote the text from it rather than the right way.

Sarge, Out

Saturday's chores

2006-02-25T08:21:00.000-06:00

Well, another week has gone by here at Sarge's command post and CINCHOUSE has several taskings for Sarger to take care of. First, the irrigation system needs a repair and CINCHOUSE needs some "organic" material for the garden patch. It does look like rain out there and I want to get this done before that starts. Also, need to change the oil in the prime mover, that needs doing this week as we have swim meets every weekend between now and championships. Better finish this cup o' jumpstart (just love that term, thanks Guy!). So until later,

Sarge, Out

Nashville Bound

2006-02-20T07:31:00.000-06:00

A couple of weeks ago, CINCHOUSE and I decided that if Sgt-In-Training made two cuts for Championships that we would take him. Well, it is in stone, we are headed for Nashville for Southeastern Swimming's Short Course Championship Meet next month. SIT has his cuts in the 100 yd and 200 yd backstroke. Hope he can get a couple more before we leave. We have two more local meets to get through and then we load up and head out.

Sarge, Out

Swimming is . .

2006-02-19T07:22:00.000-06:00

For those keeping up, or trying to as I update in-frequently, SIT has made another championship level cut. That means that Sarge, CINCHOUSE, and SIT will be making a trip north for the championship meet next month. SIT is really heating up the water. He just aged up to the 13/14 yr olds and the time standards are tough. He is doing well and starting to swim smart. He really likes this. Good luck SIT

Sarge, Out

Rednecks, Booze and Dog Collars

2006-02-15T10:32:00.000-06:00

You know, should have seen this one coming. Caution MAJOR spew alert. Don't say I didn't warn you.

The Dax Files » Zapped!

TO: Brian Williams, NBC

2006-02-14T18:14:00.000-06:00

What makes you think that someone is trying to cover up something? Is it because they didn't call you directly after the inicident? Or is it because you didn't get a call from VP Cheney's Chief of Staff? No, I know, it is because you suffer from BDS. You and all the other so called "journalists" in the lame stream media. You are a disgrace to your "profession." This was a simple hunting accident that just happens to involve the Vice-President of the United States. Nothing more, nothing less. Had it been any other person, would you have made such a big deal of it? I don't think so. Man accidentley shoots hunting partner is not news. No cover-up, nothing criminal, nothing to see here, move along.

Sarge, Out

Why is it

2006-02-12T20:25:00.000-06:00

A local business would like to do business with you and sends you a letter addressed to you by first name? Or, you are out makeing purchases and utilizing a check or credit card, the clerk addresses you in the same manner? I don't know about you, but I find that a tad disrespectful. Sam's Club has it right. When I shop there and proceed to complete my purchase, the cashier always thanks me and calls me Mr. ******. If I have established a continuing business relationship with you and have asked you to call me by my first name, please feel free to do so. If we do not have that relationship established, please don't feel free to do so. If we kid each other about the amount of money that CINCHOUSE spends with you, you may presume that we have established that relationship and act accordingly. You will know who you are.

Sarge, Out

Out of the mouth of . . .

2006-02-12T20:11:00.000-06:00

Sarge-In-Training had me going today. We were watching the Matix early this afternoon and at the point in the movie when the character Morpheous, in respons to Neo's question, tells us "without the brain, the body cannot survive." SIT looks over at me and quips "How do you explain the dumbocrats then?" Let me tell you, I was not prepared for that. I am still laughing. While I do not claim a party affiliation, I do tend to lean a bit to the right.

Sarge, Out

Services Rendered

2006-02-10T18:31:00.000-06:00

Rob at Say Anything found this tidbit. Make sense to me. Click the link to read his post.

Say Anything: No Budget, No Pay

My dad always told me that if I am hired to do a job and getting paid to do it, that until the job is finished to the bosses satisfaction, I wouldn't get paid. If there was a deadline, don't expect payment if you miss the deadline. You hired congress to do a job and you should demand the best. If they fail to do the job by the deadline imposed, then on election day, hire somebody else. There is no excuse. They know that the fiscal year ends September 30 every single year. It hasn't changed in my lifetime. I really hope this passes (I won't hold my breath). Send the message in a way that resonates through the halls of the capitol. Contact your representative and remind them that they work for you and that you are not happy about there performnace. Let them know that you are considering hiring someone else to do the job. Or maybe doing it yourself. The HOR is the peoples house, let's take it back.

Customer Service

2006-02-10T15:44:00.000-06:00

What has happened to customer service? After a recent swim meet, SIT, CINCHOUSE and I went to the new steak house in town. Now, this was the first time that I had been to this particular chain, but had been told that the experience would be memorable. Let me tell you it was. Now, I, as a young man, worked in the food service business and the one thing that was impressed upon me by my bosses was that no matter what, the CUSTOMER is the most important person. Anyhooo, the establishment was busy, and we had to wait for a bit to be seated. Not a big deal, and the wait wasn't that long. When young miss (YM) led us to a table, she inquired if it would be ok, well, CINCHOUSE indicated to YM that it was not accetptable as it was in the middle of the floor. CINCHOUSE inquired about a half-booth just a bit away and YM seated us there and decided that we were not worth a "enjoy your meal." STRIKE 1. So, Sarge and the troops sit and wait for waiter (YW) to come and inquire about liquid refreshment. And we wait. Finally, waiter from another section comes over and inquires if out waiter has been by. I respond in the negative and waiter goes and get YW to actually serve customers. STIRKE 2. Liquids finally arrive and we inform YW as to what we would like to taste on this fine evening. Well, finally dinner arrives and we engage in savoring same. YW comes by and inquires of SIT if he would care for another beverage (extra charge, of course) and since it is SITs birthday, he is permitted to expend funds. CINCHOUSE and I are not offered refills on our beverages of choice. STRIKE 3.

After check arrives (no offer of desert was made, STRIKE 4), I place enough Andrew Jacksons in holder to cover tab ($39 and change) and don't even wait for the change (less than a George Washington). As we are departing, I inform manager that it would be a LONG TIME before I returned to his establishment. After he inquires about my experience, and let him know what my experience was like and that I believe that he has a training problem that needs to be addressed. Manager entices me to returne with an offer of buying dinner and suggests that I request a specific server next time to experience the best he has to offer. Maybe CINCHOUSE and I will take him up on that soon. Seems there is a special occasion this week that might do. And the food was extraordinarily tasty.

What think you?

Sarge, Out

Busy Week

2006-02-10T13:39:00.000-06:00

Quite a bit has happened since we left the command post for the swim meet last Friday. While not his best meet, Sarge-In-Training did well. He recently aged up into the 13/14 age group, he made a good showing. No championship cuts, but that is ok. This is a tough age group and the cuts are unbelievable.

I was on deck until 1700 hrs on Sunday and as you know, SuperBowl XL started at 1730 hrs. We left Auburn University and after one quick stop for go-juice just outside Montgomery, AL, we made a run for the command post. SIT and I were on the sofa in front of the big screen in time for the 4th quarter to start. What normally takes me about 3.5 to 4 hours, I did in less that 3. Of course, not every Sunday is SuperBowl Sunday.

Sarge, Out

2006-02-10T13:32:00.000-06:00

Haloscan commenting and trackback have been added to this blog.

It's all Bush's Fault

2006-02-03T08:55:00.000-06:00

U.S. payrolls grew by 193,000 in January - Stocks Economy - MSNBC.com

Go ahead, read.it. I'll be here. The headline that caught my eye here was U.S. jobless rate lowest since 2001 Imagine that, the economy is growing and we have more people at work now than when W took office. That is what happens when you give the "rich" a tax cut, they re-invest that money and the economy grows resulting in more growth and more investing which creates more jobs, leading to less unemployment. I'm not an economist, but it makes sense. Also, I firmly believe that if you truly want a job, there is a job out there for you. Doesn't matter if you are flipping burgers, sweeeping floors, washing windows, or digging ditches.

Swim Meets

2006-02-02T13:08:00.000-06:00

Wow, we have such a great middle school team. Last night our boys left the pool knowing that they had won and that practice this AM was optional. More than half of them showed up this morning anyway.

Out girls left the pool thinking that they had lost and knowing that practice was mandatory. Seems, however, that the scorekeepers at last night's meet made an error. They forgot to add in 3 points, in our favor, and so at practice this AM, they learned that they had won. Good job to all our swimmers. Only have one meet left and then our timed finals where the best swimmers from each school come together and compete one last time. Should be a lot of fun, wish them luck.

Sarge, Out

CINCHOUSE

2006-02-02T13:06:00.000-06:00

Well, just had to put this out there. 16 years ago, CINHOUSE and I got married (yep, believe it, I remembered). Forgot to get the flowers and such, but . . .

Sarge, Out

Gun Control

2006-02-01T10:36:00.000-06:00

This is the only kind of gun control I like to read about. The only thing to say here is "Good shooting, officer"

TBIFOC: Carjackers jack wrong chick

Bush v. Clinton

2006-02-01T08:47:00.000-06:00

Is it my imagination, or is the Hildebeast a little too happy about this? While I watched as much of the SOTU last evening as I could (Sorry folks, Sarge fell asleep on the sofa). I did see this portion. Folks, this is a prime example of BDS. POTUS puts forth a plan and when it is not acted upon, the nation will suffer. We need to get involved and let our "representative" know that if they want to keep their jobs, the need to act NOW to resolve issues. Not just on Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid, but border security, transportation security and PORK. Check out the pick at the following link.

Curmudgeonly SkepticalÂ²

Donk Defeat

2006-01-30T19:43:00.000-06:00

Seems the Ketchup guy and the Mass Drunk (pun intended) couldn't muster enough votes to filibuster the confirmation of Judge Alito. With only 97 Senators voting, the filibuster was shut down 72 to 25. Note to the constituents of the three not voting, why are they not able to make it to a vote on the floor?

MSNBC has the details.

Muslims/Civil Liberties an oxymoron?

2006-01-30T11:00:00.000-06:00

Take a second and go read this, don't worry, I will still be here when you get back:
Stop The ACLU » Blog Archive » CAIR Seeks Apology For Radio Host Exercizing Free Speech

Why do these groups think that everybodys has to either agree with them or appologize to them? Let me put it to you this way, if you are not fighting to stop the forces at work trying to take your rights away, you are not worthy to call yourself an American. If you are aligned with a group that seeks to destroy what freedoms we have and demand appologies for what someone else says or does that might offend you, then you can pack your bags and go someplace else. For 20 years I served in the Forces that defend your right to live as you wish, but YOU DO NOT HAVE THE RIGHT TO DEMAND AN APPOLOGY FROM ME IF I HAVE OFFENDED YOU. You see, I don't care. If you are offended by me, then go somewhere else. If you offend me, SO WHAT! I don't have to listen to you and I will not.

CAIR, you can add me to your list. I support Bill Handel. Oh, and somebody tell the ACLU that there services are no longer needed.

Technorati Tags: CAIR, KIF-AM, Bill Handel, ACLU

What a weekend

2006-01-30T06:15:00.000-06:00

Wow, I am so glad we got that one in the bag. SIT had a three day swim meet here this weekend and he did real good. He scored 75 points to win for his age group. His closest competitor came in with 34 points. I've been telling him that this meet was his to lose for a year. He also broke at least 5 meet records. Next weekend, we travel to his favorite pool for a meet. He should do well there.

Sarge, out

Nuclear Option Time

2006-01-26T15:54:00.000-06:00

CNN.com - Sen. Kerry calls for filibuster of Alito - Jan 26, 2006

Well, I guess it is time for the Nuclear Option. Senator, the only reason that you want to filibuster this nominee is because you are suffering from BDS. It is time you left the Senate and take the murdering drunk with you.

Republicans, it is time to arm the nukes and shut this filibuster down. Judge Alito deserves that up or down vote, so make it happen.

Sarge, Out

Civics 101

2006-01-25T19:34:00.000-06:00

Ok class, let me ask you this question: Who is the United States Senate supposed to represent? Nope, wrong. The Senate does not represent the people. The Senators from each state are to represent the STATE that sent them. At least until the 17th Amendment to the Constitution was ratified. While it changed how Senators were elected, it did not change whose interests they represented. Since the House of Representative is based on population, they represent the people, but the Senate is comprised of two Senators for each state, regardless of population.

Now, Sarge, why this topic?

Well, while I was taking CINCHOUSE to one of the local markets, I heard on the radio, that the Utah Legilature has introduced a bill to change how Senators are selected in that state. Amazingly, they are wanting to go back to the way it was done before the 17th Amendment. The DJ was grousing about the people not having a voice in their representation. Well, they still have their reps in the House and that is their representation. Maybe it is time to repeal the 17th Amendment and acknowledge that the framers knew EXACTLY what they were doing when they wrote Aritlce 1, Section 3 of the Constitution of the United States.

Sarge, Out

1st Amendment Rights

2006-01-25T08:54:00.000-06:00

Where in the world do people get the idea that the 1st Amendment protects their right to be a loud, foul mouthed SOB? I am a moderator at a cadet forum, which shall remain nameless for now, and I was accused of violating an individuals 1st Amendment rights. As I pointed out to the lad, the 1st Amendment only applies to the FEDERAL GOVERNMENT and not to a private entity. As the site is owned by another person, he sets the rules, I just enforce them. I wish that people would actually read what the Constitution actully says before they go shooting off at the mouth. As wise man once said, "It is better to keep quite and appear the fool than to open your mouth and remove all doubt." You know, I can live with that, can you?

Sarge, out

Wireless (pt 3)

2006-01-21T21:27:00.000-06:00

Well, Sarge-In-Training and I got the wirelss set-up, secured and as of now, I am sitting in my recliner watching the big TV. Now, must convince CINCHOUSE that Sarge needs a new notebook that is worthy of his stature in the grand sceme of things. It is kind of cool this PM, so a test drive from the screen room will have to wait for a few days.

Nate, you were so right, this is nice. Still no cats.

Sarge, out

Wireless (pt 2)

2006-01-21T18:27:00.000-06:00

Well, took Nate's advice. Went and got a wireless router today. Because of the size and construction of the command post, will need to keep existing network and add the wireless capability to it. I think that I can get this done, even with Sarge-In-Training's help. I will definetely have to give it a whirl when it is done. More to come.

Hey, Nate, have you ever tried herding cats? We have a saying on deck at swim meets that getting the 8 and under swimmers where they need to be at the right time is a lot like herding cats, at the middle school meets, we add the caveat that the cats are wet. Just curious.

Somebody leave a comment and let Sarge know how the reception is out there.

Sarge, out

Marine Gunnery Sgt's

2006-01-18T13:14:00.000-06:00

There is a breed of man, the ones that I have known have been the quiet type. A respected expert in his field.

By now, everyone has heard of Marine Gunnery Sergeant Burghardt. Here is a man that in spite of his injuries, got up and walked away from the scene. His reaction, while not typical in polite company, shows the resolve of a man who will not be beat. The picture of him "keeping up international relations" will have men fighting to buy him a beer anywhere he goes.

Gunny, this one's for you

Sarge, out

Wireless

2006-01-18T06:05:00.000-06:00

Nate from Wasted Electrons tells me I need to go wireless at the Command Post. That is next on my home network list of things to do. CINCHOUSE has even mentioned it. Her computer was recently moved and I had to run a cable for it. Luckily for me, we already had a hole in the wall just the right size that I was able to feed the CAT5 through. With Sarge-In-Training becoming more computer savy and owning a new notebook, and Sarge considering getting a new one, maybe it is time. Now, I just need to find a wireless system that will cover the 3000 sq/ft of the Command Post so that I can sit in the Florida room and surf. Sorry Nate, no cats allowed.

Catch up

2006-01-17T09:03:00.000-06:00

Wow, what a weekend! Intended to make a couple of posts, but Sarge picked up an ear infection and so, spent off time in a horizontal position. And, since the command post is not set-up for wireless and is not completely wired, nothing got done here.

Had two swim meets for Sarge-in-Training. One for the middle school, which we won, and one USA Swimming. Sarge-in-Training did well in both. He made a cut for the short course championship meet in March and only needs one more for CINCHOUSE and I to take him.

I see that the Hildebeast is running her yap again, proving once again that BDS does not effect just the male of the species. In the words of Henry II "Will no one rid me of this troublesome Senator?" Paraphrased of course. The same could be said of E. Kennedy, Durbin, Kerry, and Reid. Not necessarily in that order.

Sarge, out

Dear United States Senate Judiciary Committee

2006-01-09T11:24:00.000-06:00

As you begin the confirmation hearings for SCOTUS Nominee Alito today, I would ask that y0u keep these things in mind:

1. The abortion questions has been resolved, 33 years ago. While an abomination before man and God, it is unfortunately the law of the land. There is no sense asking Nominee Alito what his stand on this issue is.

2. He is the President's nominee and deserves an up or down vote by the FULL Senate. Regardless of how you (esp the Democrats) feel about President Bush.

Oh, and for the Committee of the Whole, you Republicans have a MAJORITY in the Senate. Act like it.

Respectfully (yeah, right),
Sarge

Sarge, out

More about Sarge

2006-01-06T23:42:00.000-06:00

Since Nate over at Wasted Electrons added me to his blogroll, I have added him to my list of daily reads. I also thought it might not be a bad idea to tell you all a little bit more about me. I was born and raised in St. Louis, MO and am a 1984 graduate of Ritenour High School (Go Huskies!). After high school, I attended the University of Missouri, St Louis for a semester and discovered that college was not for me, so I went and talked to the recruiters. The Air Force seemed the best fit for me, so on March 29, 1985, the Air Force and I started our relationship. The Air Force, in its infinite wisdom, decided to train me in satellite communications. Over the years, the Air Force merged us with wideband communications and telemetry systems.

In 2005, with a solid 20 years under my belt, I hung up my uniform and moved into the next chapter of my life. My family and I have settled, for the time being, in the Fort Walton Beach, FL area.

I am married and have one son. I refer to my better half as CINCHOUSE (Commander-In-Chief, House, for the uninitiated) and my son is SIT for Sarge-in-Training. SIT is a competitive swimmer with one of the local swim teams here and I am an official with USA Swimming.

Leave me a note to let me know that you came by.

Sarge out

What in the . . .

2006-01-04T12:03:00.000-06:00

PaulVA over at the Daily Kos is saying that this disaster at the mine is the Republican's fault (another symptom of BDS). here he is saying that in 1994 the Republicans changed the way that OSHA operates. Well, I have a couple of questions:

1. Who was in the Whitehouse at that time?
2. What department does OSHA fall under?
3. Who would have appointed the head of that department?

For those that may have forgotten, the answers are:

1. William Jefferson Clinton a DEMOCRAT
2. U.S. Department of Labor
3. See the answer to #1.

Now, where does Paul think this is going?

Sarge out.

W. VA Miners

2006-01-04T07:40:00.000-06:00

Don't know if you have heard yet or not, only one survivor of the mine explosion has been brought out. All the others perished. Let us keep the one who survived and his family and the families of the rest in our prayers. Pray also for this community as they struggle to bring some semblance of normality back.

Happy New Year

2006-01-03T10:01:00.000-06:00

I know, it is already the third, but I want to wish the few that do read this a Happy New Year and may you prosper this year.

Does anybody out there have a Linux driver for an HP LaserJet 1000? I am setting up a Linux machine at the command post to entertain myself with (learn the operating system) and one of my printers is attached to this box. I don't want to move the printer if I don't have to. According to HP's site, they have not nor do they plan to provide a driver for this printer. If you know of a suitable driver, please leave a comment and let me know.

I knew there was a reason. . .

2005-12-16T08:23:00.000-06:00

Morgan Freeman, love him or hate him, you do have to respect him. Rodger over at Curmudgeonly & Skeptical has a quote from an interview Morgan did with "60 Minutes" This is definitely one man that I would like to meet and shake his hand, just because. I would like to buy him a cup of coffee or whatever. One of the finest actors of our day, black or white. Follow the link for more.

http://rschultz.blogspot.com/2005/12/answer-is-stfu-were-americans-period.html

Sow what you would Reap

2005-12-12T10:13:00.000-06:00

Mostly Cajun has it right here. http://mostlycajun.com/wordpress/?p=1545 If we want to regain our status as the innovators of the world, we need to make sure that our gifted and talented students at ALL levels of education get the inspiration that they need to continue the course.

Just some thoughts on the state of the education system where I live. Based on the criteria from the state, our school district has received an A grade in the last four years. I have to wonder how, and I am STILL trying to find the "standard" used by the state. I see comments from teachers that think that subject/verb agreement is only a suggestion. I would correct their comments and return them, but I am concerned that they would take it out on my son and his grades would suffer.

Students are rarely challenged here. Maybe I need to set up a conference with the school and set forth my standards as a parent and a taxpayer, there's a thought, let them know I am watching and I'll set the standard. SIT knows that my standards are high and I hold him to high standards as well. Maybe it is time for other like-minded parents to speak up. Sarge

Latest Swimming News

2005-12-08T13:07:00.000-06:00

WOW! What a weekend, Sarge and family is still recovering. SIT did EXTREMELY well makeing finals every night. We have the rest of 2005 off from meets, but practice continues. We will hit 2006 like a tornado and get ready to make the trip to Nashville for the championship meet in mid-march. SIT just gets stronger and stronger. Now, if he will learn how to swim SMART as well, we will be set.

Busy Busy Busy

2005-11-30T17:10:00.000-06:00

Wow, where has the month of November gone? Things are rolling right along here at the Sarge's command post and we are once again off on manuevers. SIT has a swim meet in Nashville, well Brentwood actually, and we will be leaving after middle school practice in the morning. If you are in the area and want to see some good swimming, come on by the Williamson County Indoor Sports Complex and check out the competition should see some awesome swimmers all weekend. Sarge will be on deck doing his thing and SIT will be swimming.

War Eagle -Update and Other swim stuff

2005-11-14T06:35:00.000-06:00

Wow, it has been busy at the command post lately. SIT did real well in the War Eagle Invatational and took 13th overall for his age group. He only swam 8 events out of a possible 13, so that should tell you something about his skills in the water. We travelled to Brewton, AL for the Blue Angel Invitational swim meer hosted by the Pensacola Navy Youth swim team and they put on good meet. SIT had no real competitiion at this meet, so while he didn't swim a lot of best times, he did win every event he was entered in. There were several parents that commented on his performance. One parent from a neighboring team took some photos and as soon as I can, I will post some and provide a link to them. Our next meet will see us travelling to Nashville, TN for the Meet of Champions hosted by XCEL Aquatics.

25th Annual War Eagle - Take 2

2005-10-23T19:12:00.000-05:00

Well, Sarge and family have returned to the permanent command post and had an excellent trip. Sarge-in-Training (SiT) had a very successful meet and did well in all his events. We have the next two weekends to do non-swimming things. Our next meet on the blocks will be in P-Cola and in Mobile after that.

As the meet was still in session (older swimmers still had to compete) when we departed Auburn University, results were not available yet, but I should be able to get them in the next day or three.

Sarge out.

25th Annual War Eagle Invitational

2005-10-22T21:01:00.000-05:00

What an interesting meet so far. After arriving Friday and observing Sarg-in-Training's friend swim and FINALLY checking into the hotel and getting a good(?) night's sleep we were at the pool this morning at about 0730. We were at the pool all day. SiT swam four events today and has four more on Sunday. I will post times after we return to home base and I get the results.

NOTE: I saw something on C-SPAN last night flipping through the channels about the Miers Nomination. Unfortunately, I caught the end of whatever it was. Will check on it when back in the command post.

Sarge out.

Auburn Swim Meet

2005-10-21T23:02:00.000-05:00

Those that know me and my family, know that Sarge-in-Training (SiT)is a competitive swimmer. Well this weekend, Sarge has traveled the highways from the permanent command post and has established a mobile command post to work from while SiT competes in the War Eagle Invitational Swim Meet at the James Martin Aquatic Center on the grounds of Auburn University. Auburn University has a very nice facility here and are always great hosts. Have to check on what events SiT is swimming, but as he always does well in this pool, he should be able to improve on his times.

SCOTUS Nominee Miers

2005-10-20T19:59:00.000-05:00

You know, I haven't put too many things here that could be considered political. I have my views and you, of course, have yours. If they coincided, Great! If not, that's ok. we can still be friends as long as we respect each others right to believe what we want. Now, I can hear you now "That just fine Sarge, but where are you taking this?" And the answer is this.

Ann Coulter has lost her mind over the Miers nomination to the SCOTUS. Read her rant here

There are only two requirements to sit on the Court. Nomination by the President of the United States and confirmation by the Senate (a simple majority). That is it. I don't care what law school they attended (no requirement to be a lawyer), what church he/she is a member of (no religious test permitted). In fact, President Bush could knock on my front door right now and just say the words "Sarge, your country needs you to serve again. You are hereby nominated to be an Associate Justice to the Supremem Court of the United States." Or words to that effect. Now, you want to hear the left go nuts? That would do it.

Ms. Coulter, get a grip on reality. There is no second choice. Ms. Harriet Meirs IS the nominee until such time as the Senate tells President Bush, by an up/down vote that she is unacceptable.

Another "What kind of _______ are you?

2005-10-19T07:35:00.000-05:00

Which Historic General is the Sarge?

King Edward I

You scored 68 Wisdom, 73 Tactics, 59 Guts, and 55 Ruthlessness!

Or rather, King Edward the Longshanks if you've seen Braveheart. You,
like Edward, are incredibly smart and shrewd, but you win at any
costs.... William Wallace died at his hands after a fierce Scottish
rebellion against his reign. Despite his reputation though, Longshanks
had the best interests of his people at heart. But God help you if you
got on his bad side.

My test tracked 4 variables How you compared to other people your age and gender:

You scored higher than 59% on Unorthodox
You scored higher than 63% on Tactics
You scored higher than 63% on Guts
You scored higher than 80% on Ruthlessness

Ooops. It happens

2005-10-18T19:34:00.000-05:00

Sarge-in-Training AKA The Son, had a big oops this past weekend at our swim meet. He was swimming a 200 yard Freestyle event and lost track of where he was. It is the short course season and he is swimming in a 25 yard pool. Well, he swam the first 150 yards with no problem. Decided that he wanted a break and then swam the last 50 yards. Even with the break, he did swim a best time. Good job, Sarge-in-Training!

"It's Time to Start the Music . . "

2005-10-12T06:36:00.000-05:00

"It's time to light the lights"
What Muppet are you?

You are Sam the Eagle.
You are patriotic and devoted. And extremely anal.

HOBBIES:
Patriotism, Being appalled at what everyone else is
doing.
FAVORITE MUSIC:
The National Anthem of America

FAVORITE MOVIE:
"An American In....America"

LAST BOOK READ:
"Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus,
Eagles are from America"

QUOTE:
"Please stop that now! It's un-American!"

What Muppet are you?
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The Supreme Court of the United States

2005-10-05T09:50:00.000-05:00

What in the world is going on? Would somebody please explain to me what the "qualifications" to be a justice on the Supreme Court? There is nothing in the U.S. Constitution that tells me. All the Constitution tells me is that the President appoints the Justices (Article II, Section 2). You don't have to be a lawyer. All you need is the Predential appointment and confirmation of the U. S. Senate (BTW that means 51 Aye votes). Senators, Ms Meirs deserves an up/down vote. No need for debate on the floor. No committee (Not in the Constitution). Just a vote. The people have sent you to Washington to do a job and you are spending too much time on petty politics. I don't care if you are Democrat or Republican, DO THE JOB YOU WERE HIRE BY THE PEOPLE TO DO!

Sarge, out.

Broken Records

2005-09-27T09:26:00.000-05:00

As you may or may not recall in a previous post I talked about success and what it takes to succeed. Well, for Sarge-in-Training, AKA Son, it finally paid off. At his last swim meet, he set a new meet record in the 50 backstroke (SCY). While breaking a record is not that easy, especially at this distance, doing so by .75 seconds is a very big deal. Usually for a short distance, records are broken by .1 or .2 seconds. And to top it off, the previous holder of the record is on the same team. Way to go son!

Hurricanes and Gas

2005-09-22T22:27:00.000-05:00

Well, the weather channel just chimed in about gas prices. Come on, just let the market regulate itself. Basic supply and demand. If you start talking about shortages, people will start filling their tank all the time instead of just when they need to. It's OK to buy gas, but if you have two or more vehicles, fill only one this week and wait for next week to fill the other. That way, when I need gas, it will be there. It will also be there when you need some.

Lessons Learned - Texas Style

2005-09-22T09:37:00.000-05:00

Where does the AP get their info? They seem to think that Texas would learn anything from Louisiana. Just another case of them trying to bash Bush, which seems to be their favorite passtime these days. How many of you know that Galveston, TX was hit by a hurricane in the early 1900's that just about wiped it from the map? Guess what, I do. Also, Texans, by nature, have long memories ("Remember the Alamo!").

You are Stuck on Stupid

2005-09-21T08:31:00.000-05:00

I love this line! Uttered by Lt Gen Honore while speaking to reporters about the second evac of New Orleans. I can think of a number of people that this great line would apply to.

1. Former President Clinton - For thinking that the American people are stupid. Personally, I don't care that you were getting some in the oval office, just admit it.

2. Former Attorney General Janet Reno - Waco

3. Former First Lady(?) and Senator Hillary Clinton - You knew. You did nothing.

4. Dan Rather - President Bush's National Guard Service

I can think of more, but I don't want to have all the fun. Leave a comment and let us know who you think needs to be told "You are stuck on stupid" and a couple of lines about why.

Leading Man

2005-09-07T06:36:00.000-05:00

What type of leading man are you? The debonair, the flashy, or the tough John Wayne type? Take the test and let me know

Clark Gable
You scored 35% Tough, 28% Roguish, 23% Friendly, and 14% Charming!

You're a helluva guy and a bit of an enigma. You're a man's man, tough
talking and ready for anything, and you make the ladies swoon with your
rakish ways. You're equally admired by both men and women alike,
drinking other men under the table all the while charming the socks off
half a dozen lovelies. You're a commanding presence, and you know how
to get what - and who - you want when you want it. You're drawn to
women who, like you, are savvy enough to deal with the world on their
own terms. You work well with spitfires. Leading ladies include Joan
Crawford, Myrna Loy, and Jean Harlow. No damsels in distress for you.

Link: The Classic Leading Man Test

Find out what kind of classic dame you'd make by taking the
Classic Dames Test

Hurricane Katrina

2005-09-06T13:32:00.000-05:00

Well, after several days of reading and contemplating what is going on along the Southern Coast, Sarge has decided a number of things:

1. Jessie Jackson needs a swift kick to his hind parts (I know, not a revelation, but I had to say it)
2. The mayor of NOLA and the gov of LA need to have their hind parts kicked as well
3. Uncle Sam was right on time - I remember that when Ivan came calling, we were told that it could take upto 5 days before assistance rolled in
4. As to those that decided to fire upon rescue workers - Well, you deserve to be shot (Notice that I did NOT say shot at, but SHOT)

If you can assist in the recovery efforts, please do so. If you have nothing to add to the efforts, you can STFU and stay home, you are NOT NEEDED in the area.

Arrrr

2005-08-30T08:18:00.000-05:00

My pirate name is:

Mad William Read

Every pirate is a little bit crazy. You, though, are more than just a little bit. Even through many pirates have a reputation for not being the brightest souls on earth, you defy the sterotypes. You've got taste and education. Arr!

Get your own pirate name from fidius.org.

What would you do?

2005-08-23T15:20:00.000-05:00

Our school district has a feature that I absolutely love. I can log in and check out the Son's school work and get an almost realtime update of his grades. It helps parents keep track of what is going on in school.

Anyway, checked Son's classes/grades last night and noticed one assignment had a 0 (zero). Brings that grade down to a 72% (C). Sarge is not happy at this point. Asks Son for an explanation, Son assures Sarge that he turned in assignment. Now Sarge being Sarge, and being from Missouri, I need some proof. I send a screen shot to school with Son and request information from teacher. Come to find out, Son did turn in assignment minus one very important piece of information. Ok, recruits, what did Son forget to do:

A. Complete assignment and turn in blank page? -- Nope, did work
B. Failed to place name on paper? -- You bet.

What's is really annoying is that said teacher made a point to tell me that she has difficulty in deciphering Sons handwriting. Son is briefed on importance of legible handwriting (frequently, sort of like the "Don't Drink and Drive" briefs when Sarge was still active). Teacher will not allow Son to place name on assignment and get credit (kudos to teacher, Son must learn lesson). Son now has to make time to get a make-up assignment from teacher, if she will allow.

While the dad in me would wish that teacher would allow Son to place name on assignment and get credit, Sarge sees the life lesson the Son must learn and support teacher on her decision

WTH

2005-08-18T06:43:00.000-05:00

Hat tip to Kim

Seems a decorated Marine has been stripped of his residency status by Austin Community College because, get this, he spent time in Iraq and now must pay non-resident tuition rates to attend classes and get educated. During my time in the Air Force, I never paid non-resident tuition rates when taking classes. Even when I was in Wyoming and claimed to be a resident of Missouri. Maybe I should thank Uncle Sam that I was never stationed in Texas. He has a Texas driver's liscense, he is registered to vote in Texas, and does his banking in Austin.

Slide on over to Kim's and get the contact information for the school and let's support this Marine.

Success

2005-08-05T07:42:00.000-05:00

Couldn't have said it better myself.

http://www.grouchyoldcripple.com/archives/002239.html

Obviously, in life you are going to fail and succeed. Son has learned that you will not win every race. But the ones where the guy next to him is a bit taller and out-reaches him to win by 1/100th of a second, are the ones where he knows that there is always next time. He and I have a deal, if, when he gets out of the water, he can look me in the eye and tell me he did his absolute best and gave 110%, then he has been successful. Success is not about winning every time off the block, but about improving each time. Eventually, when you go off the block, you win.

School Days

2005-08-04T07:20:00.000-05:00

Well campers, it is finally the end of summer vacation. Here shortly, you should hear a great shout of relief as mother send their young ones off to school. Today is the first day of shcool here and I can tell you, that Wal-Mart was a nightmare yesterday afternoon with everyone trying to get their school supplies. We ended up going to three other places to get what Son needed and only spent about $40.00.

Now that school has started, maybe I'll come into work a bit later and that way have time to spend with CINC-HOUSE in the AM prior to reporting for work.

He's Baaaaaack!

2005-08-04T07:02:00.000-05:00

Chuck (http://tcoverride.blogspot.com/) is back on-line from his hospital bed. He will be there for a bit as part of his therapy. Go on over and let him know you care. He is one of the good guys. Chuck, you are an inspiration to us all for the way you have endured what has befallen you. Out prayers are with you and your fammily. Best wishes on a speedy recovery.

How much are you worth?

2005-07-28T10:29:00.000-05:00

I am worth $2,047,290 on HumanForSale.com

Championships - Day 1

2005-07-22T08:46:00.000-05:00

Actually it is the second day for competition, but can't have a 2 without a 1. At least that is what one of my English teachers told me. Last night were the 400/800 Meter Freestyle events. Since no one on the team had made qualifying time for these events, we decided to go out to dinner as team. Dinner was at Bucca di Peppo's and let me tell you, it beats the Olive Garden hands down. I love the Olive Garden, so that should tell you about this place. The cuisine is southern Italian and is served "family style." That means that the dishes are LOADED with food and placed on the table. And then you serve yourself from the serving dish. I like this because you can sample what some of the others have ordered as well. Our group had Veal Parmesian, Chicken Marsala, Chicken Parmesian, two different kinds of pizza, Manacotti, ravioli. Now my mouth is watering. Stand-by......... Ok, back to the subject at hand. Son swims the 50 and 100 meter Breaststroke today. He is seeded in 14th in the 50 and 12th in the 100. I'll let you know how he does later when the results are posted.

Swimming Championships Take 2

2005-07-20T22:50:00.000-05:00

Well, tomorrow we will leave for Nashville so that the son may compete in the championship meet. He will be swimming in the following events:

50 Meter Freestyle
50 Meter Breaststroke
50 Meter Backstroke
100 Meter Backstroke
100 Meter Breaststroke
200 Individual Medley

Sarge will be out on deck officiating and watching son swim.

Dancing for the President of the United States

2005-07-20T22:44:00.000-05:00

If you have young children, especially a boy of 4 or 5, you know that it is a crap shoot taking them out in public. With an attention span of a fruit fly, boys of this age are liable to do anything when they get bored. And bored they will get in about 2 minutes. Mrs. Roberts seemed to handle it well. What can you do? Young Master Roberts will probably see these pictures and his mom will eventually be able to laugh about this. I know that would. Michelle Malkin: THE SON, THE SMIRK, THE SICKOS

Communications

2005-07-19T20:27:00.000-05:00

Rob at Gut Rumbles has nailed this right on the head. Couldn't have said it better. Way to go Acidman.

SCOTUS Nominee

2005-07-19T20:23:00.000-05:00

Presidetn Bush has named his nominee to the Supreme Court of the United States. It is Justice John G. Roberts of the Washington Court of Appeals. Here's hoping (yeah right) that the Senate will get on with the business of running the country and just give an up or down vote. To the Republicans that are serving at the pleasure of the People, you have the majority, and from my civice lessons, majority rules. Get on with it and let's confirm Judge Roberts and get on with business. Tell the Dumbocrats to go pi$$ up a rope.

Swimming Championships

2005-07-17T18:13:00.000-05:00

Well, the son has qualified for a total of six events at championships next week. We will be heading to Nashville for the championship meet. I will try to update here as we get the results of each race. As soon as I know where he ranks and where he finishes, I'll get those things posted as well. Will be a long week.

Sarge's Homestead

2005-07-14T07:33:00.000-05:00

Just in case you are curious, the homestead came through Dennis like a champ. A few small branches were int he corner of the yard and two shingles gone off the roof. From what those that stayed around told me, Dennis was on a FAST track out of here. Power was out for a couple of days while the crews cleared debris from the lines and restored power in an orderly fashion.

Run For the Hills!!

2005-07-08T21:28:00.000-05:00

Well,. had to leave the homestead today for a swim meet and to avoid Dennis. When a storm this size is headed your way, you RUN, fast and far (well, at least we ran :)). We will hunker down here and enjoy the swimming. As I stated in an earlier post, I love swimming in that another person cannot really effect how you perform in the water. You have to do it all on your own. The coach can provide direction, the officials just observe and only two really do anything, unless ther is an infraction. I guess that other swimmers could effect you, but only if you let them. I have seen swimmers intimidate my son, but you know, when he is on, he is on.

Hope to get back to the homestead soon and get the clean-up work done and get life back to normal until the next one comes.

High School Students

2005-07-02T20:00:00.000-05:00

I am a member of Grunt's Military, a military related website and forum. I really like this forum because we have standards that all members are expected to meet. For example, we are expected to spellcheck our posts and use proper English. Unfortunately, we have several high schoolers in the various Jr ROTC programs that think that they know more than those of us who have worn the uniform and will disrespect us at every turn. Parents, what are you teaching your children about respecting others? Would they do this if we were face-to-face? I really don't think so. I'll lay a dollar to doughnuts that they don't do this at school either.

Heads Bunker: For the Children

2005-06-29T21:07:00.000-05:00

Read this and come back

Heads Bunker: For the Children

This is why I like swimming. You can see EXACTLY where you finished in your heat. My son is a swimmer and he is at the top of his age group right now. Does this mean that he wins every race, HELL NO! He loses some. However, when he steps up on the blocks for the next race, he doesn't think about the last one. Each race is swum on its own and then scored. There are winners (you can tell by the big smile), and there are losers (sometimes they cry). Then you have those that swim hard, but get disqualified for some infraction. Do these get upset, sometimes, but most get over it pretty quick. Some do cry about this too. In swimming, at a meet, you get ONE (1) chance to get it right. If you do, you win. If you don't, you lose. While life is not always like swimming, I have found out that it can be. You may get more than one chance to get it right, but sometimes you get one chance and win or lose, that is it.

Do you own property? Not anymore

2005-06-23T13:33:00.000-05:00

The Supreme Court of the United States has attacked the 5th Amendment. You can get more details at Hold the Mayo Boys and Girls, this is very wrong and needs to stop.

House Approves Flag-Burning Amendment

2005-06-22T15:11:00.000-05:00

Found at Outside the Beltway

Once again, the House has passed an amendment to the Constitution to ban freedom of expression in the form of burning the American flag. (Unless done to show respect for a frayed, old flag--in which case it's encouraged.)

Click on the link to read more

Personally,

Not needed, will vote AGAINST. While I think it is despicable to burn the flag, I do happen to believe that it is protected under the First Amendment to the U.S. Constiturion and I swore an oath to support and defend same. BTW, I have not been relieved of that oath.

Prayers

2005-06-22T06:11:00.000-05:00

Chuck from http://tcoverride.blogspot.com/ was injured by a IED. Please keep him and his family in you prayers as he recovers. You can find more information here

Warms my Heart

2005-06-21T12:57:00.000-05:00

Found this blog surfing today.

http://www.joannejacobs.com/mtarchives/015305.html

This Middle school principal has mandated that all students will be ready for college. Things like mandatory study hall if you are getting less than a C in any class. Teachers can assign study hall if students fail to complete assignments. BTW this study hall is in addition to the regular school day.

This from California!

Ted Kennedy

2005-06-20T10:52:00.000-05:00

Came acrosst his post today while blog surfing.

http://anne-lewis.fromtheroots.org/story/2005/6/20/92735/5698#commenttop

Ted Kennedy Wants Some Answers

The media is now finally starting to realize that the infamous "Downing Street Memo" is really worth reporting. Many believe the memo - actually the minutes of a meeting between UK Prime Minister Tony Blair and his advisers - shows that George Bush decided to go to war in Iraq well before the invasion actually occurred.

Ted Kennedy is the first senator to speak out on this issue and ask George Bush for some answers. Go to Senator Kennedy's website to learn more:

http://www.tedkennedy.com

I would say that the Senator from MA has some questions to answer as well (i.e. About a car, a girl, and a bridge).

Publik Educashun (part 2)

2005-06-20T06:44:00.000-05:00

A fine example as to why we are falling behind in public education. The school board of Lawrence, Massachusetts needs to get a clue and fire this clown. He is obviously more worried about how to save a buck on his truck then about his schools. There links to related stories about the incompetence of this boob.

http://wizbangblog.com/cgi-bin/mt-tb.cgi/6223

Don't Panic!

2005-06-19T05:37:00.000-05:00

The son and I went to see "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" Friday night, and what a good time we had. Even before the movie started, the guy in front of us (a YOUNG airman) and I (was I ever that young?) were talking about the books the movie is based on. We had the son first thinking that we were nuts and then laughing his head off. The movie is outstanding and was worth the price of admission IMHO.

--Sarge

Happy Father's Day

2005-06-19T05:23:00.000-05:00

If you are a Dad or a Dad-to-Be, Happy Father's Day from Sarge. Call your dad today and let him know that you are thinking of him.

Publik Educashun

2005-06-16T07:11:00.000-05:00

I know, I know, you get what you pay for. One of the places I go every day has some comments about this. I was wondering the other day about why we have a state specific text in the schools down here. Well, take a trip over to Kim's and see what is going on. It is no wonder that we are falling behind and failing our children. It also explains why I can make change faster at the store than the cashier can with the cash register.

State Specific Texts

2005-06-15T08:05:00.000-05:00

What is this? I noticed this year that my son's textbooks were all the FLORIDA EDITION. The publisher also published editions for other states. It took my most of the school year to figure this out, but the edition of the textbooks is to prepare the students to take the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test that is administered each spring. While I don't have a problem with an assessment for progressing to the next grade, why does it have to be specific to Florida? Why not something more like the ACT or SAT that is more general in nature and really assess how a student is doing?

Education

2005-06-14T20:50:00.000-05:00

What is with our education system? I frequent a forum that has very simple rules. One of which is proper use of the English language. This includes spelling, grammar, and puncuation. Now we all know that people will misspell a word every now and then, but some of the high school students that are on this forum I don't think they could write their way out of a paper bag. Spelling and use of grammar is atrocious. These young people are the future of this country.

Sarge Says

2005-06-14T19:55:00.000-05:00

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