Category Archives: Rants ‘n’ Whines

Millions for defense, but not one cent for tribute.

Posted on July 18, 2006 by Solonor

I just about spewed my coffee when I read on Linkmeister’s blog that our government, which is lagging behind all others in getting its citizens out of Lebanon, is going to charge evacuees for the privilege. Thinking that this might … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Sunday morning rant

Posted on May 21, 2006 by Solonor

This long, but stunning, rant by Mamacita drives home an excellent point. We’re testing kids to death and taking all creativity and fun out of school (thus the perceived need for a Rescuing Recess campaign). Schools spend half their allotted … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Can I have mine back in small, unmarked bills?

Posted on May 19, 2006 by Solonor

Damn it! I accidentally paid taxes this year when I wasn’t supposed to!! Or so says Speaker of the House, Dennis Hastert… Continue reading →

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Look! A new post!

Posted on May 8, 2006 by Solonor

No, I’m not going to start in on what a bad blogger I am for not updating my blog religiously. I’m sure there are other things you can do with your time besides clicking refresh on this page all day. … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Cry

Posted on April 15, 2006 by Solonor

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Um, it’s not Bill Nye the RELIGION guy, dumbass…

Posted on April 7, 2006 by Solonor

The Emmy-winning scientist angered a few audience members when he criticized literal interpretation of the biblical verse Genesis 1:16, which reads: “God made two great lights — the greater light to govern the day and the lesser light to govern … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Am I the only philistine?

Posted on March 3, 2006 by Solonor

I really hate the incorporation of Google Talk into Gmail. Totally. Completely. Hate. It. I’m not trying to hide from the world or anything, but why do I have to announce to everyone that I am online every time I … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Why does Pat Robertson hate God?

Posted on January 6, 2006 by Solonor

Robertson suggests God smote Sharon He also pointed out that fires, volcanoes, avalanches, tsunami, earthquakes, landslides, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, droughts, plagues and the cancellation of Lassie in 1971 were all God’s handiwork. Robertson vowed to continue the fight against God’s … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Last chance for government-issue blindfolds!

Posted on December 22, 2005 by Solonor

Dear FTC, I realize that it may be confusing you to have so many holidays happen right around the same time. Yes, it is the season for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and several other Yule celebrations. However, the last time I … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Where’s Linus when you need him?

Posted on December 9, 2005 by Solonor

For the first time since I started going to church, Christmas falls on a Sunday this year. We’re gonna have a late breakfast at church and an informal service at 11. I’m thinking, “Hey, this is kinda cool! Gives a … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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