You Did What?

So I was having a conversation with my Dad the other day. He tells me how to tame a gun that I bought. Seems I need to strap it to my arm to hold it down. He would know. This type weapon was used against him in Korea.
So we never had rice when Dad was home when I was a kid. We didn't eat Chicken either. I found out about the rice just this week.
Dad never talked about the war much. He would tell us kids things that we could use in our day to day lives to make things easier, but seldom blood and guts. He won a battle field commission while there. He declined. I only know of this through my Mother. I know that when he got home he slept a lot.
My Uncle Edward, of Iwo Jima fame picked at him some.
He ran into Dads bedroom one night screaming Asian words and jumped on the bed!
Grandpa pulled Dad off before Ed got killed. Ed was 6'4" and 260#. He had Dad by about 50# and was a Martial arts instructor. Dad was jamming Ed between the bed and the wall head first! Continued

Austin

So the wife had business in Austin Texas, and took me along for the ride. First impressions were 'what a nice city". Second impression was of Sixth Street. Sixth is a cross between Animal House, American Pie, all hell broke loose, with Willie Nelson thrown in for good measure. It is wall to wall bars, and every one has live music. Some not good, but most great! Those folks flat bring it, starting at Five pm and end it I don't know when cause I couldn't stay up that late. It is the short skirt and girl tattoo capitol of the world. While I could do without the tatoo's I didn't mind the skirts.... Hmmm.
We caught a band called The South side Ramblers, and I thought they were the best I heard the whole trip.
I met some interesting people while there, though the two that stand out were not from there.
I met retired Senior Chief Juan, a Cuban American. His pet peeve, people that speak to him in Spanish. He told me of a girl at a McDonald's that kept speaking to him in Spanish even though he spoke in English. He did have to tell her that Miami was indeed in the United Sates, and the language of business was English!
I met a Gabbie from the Sudan. His big bitch? Illegals and the crime they bring. He also didn't like that he had to be able to speak Spanish to qualify for some government jobs. He said he was glad to learn English, and in America that should be enough. He works hard at two jobs so that he can have some things, and would like the folks in Washington to get out of his pocket. He told me that in Sudan, you work you eat. He is a handicapper as well.
Folks as bad as it seems, We're not done yet!

AND THEN WHAT?

Wife and I were riding into town on Sunday to get a bite and drop off more cash to Lowe's home improvement store. We were in her Chevy, and therefore knew what the outside temp was. It read 102 degrees. In front and one lane over was a truck that had of all things, a dog in the open back. Mans best friend wasn't fit to ride in the air conditioning. Shit like that makes me want to hurt people.

So I was reading about this fella called Duch. He was the head of the Khmer Rouge Death Camp. He killed or was responsible for the deaths of sixteen thousand people. He got 35 years. Nineteen after time served and such. What can you do when killing them isn't punishment enough? I doubt he lives long enough to get out, but he might. (he's 67)
I believe he should have been tied to a stake and let the victims piss on him for a week, then shoot in head.

Where have I been?

Hey gang! sorry to have been quiet for so long. Reasons as follows. Summer time. Extra yard work and busy at my job. Have lots to say about a bunch of stuff but can't find a nice way to express my self. Not sure how some of the things I might say would affect my job, or the way people perceive me. I don't care that some folks might not like what I have to say, but I do care that they understand what I'm trying to say. I don't want to be labeled a bigot or racist for instance, because of my anti illegal alien stance. So here are some quick hits. Things that make me go ???WTF???.
Paco and the boys down south like flying the Mexican flag all over the place but won't stay there and improve the lot of their own country. I could get all up in this debate, but I won't. Hey Paco! No papers no stay! Comprendo?
I see the Iroquois Lacrosse team has been denied access to England due to the use of their own passports. Got to have US or Canadian. It seems that they and some other tribes are a sovereign nation. How does that work? You can be an American or Canadian when it suits you, and an Iroquois when you want? Do you get health care? What about social security? Welfare? If I'm paying your freight then you are an American. If I'm not, then I don't give a damn what windmills you want to joust.
I'd like to point out to the atheists using a blow dryer to un-baptize people, you make my point for me. If you truly don't believe, then that hair dryer wouldn't be necessary. Oh by the way, once in the masters hand, even you can't remove yourself. Dumb asses.
Last but not least, The NAACP. Calling the tea party people racist is a bit like the pot calling the kettle black. Whats this shit about wanting to make neverland a park? Good idea! lets pay homage to that weirdo pervert that had more money than sense.
Keep your guns clean, and lend a neighbor a hand with his.

It's a guy thing.

Oil Continued

So the wife and I went to Pensacola beach to eat a meal at out fav Seafood restaurant. (Peg leg Pete's) She began taking me to this beach when we first started dating. I got a sunburn under my arms from the reflection off of the sand that first year. On a sunny day the sand is blinding white, and the waters blue green. On the day of these pics there was a thunderstorm, but just as beautiful. One of the things that I noticed about Pensacola on this last trip was the effect of the economy around town. We got a room at an extended stay place with a full kitchen and a living room for around eighty a night. There was a Bennigans across the parking lot from us but it was shut down. Same with a Steak and Ale a block up. Same with some other Hotels and motels in the area. The thing that really stood out was the empty Billboard signs everywhere. No-one was advertising. Room on the most beautiful beaches in the world and now an oil slick. My thoughts and prayers go out to those that make a living off of the white sand and the fish and oyster beds.

Our Trip

Pics are of Pensacola Beach on Friday. Mrs C and I had business in LA (lower Alabama) on Thursday and Friday. We went to the beach for lunch, and to join all the rest that were getting their last look at a pristine beach before the oil got there. Continued.

Russia

So we got a new person at work this past week. He is from Poland. I'm kind of partial to pols as I'm one my self. Well half anyway. The other is Irish. (think you can drink with me?)
While I don't think this person is a rocket scientist when it comes to cars or politics, He has some interesting things to say about some other groups. "The Russians" he says, are killers. Not to be trusted, period! I said " The girls are hot though". He said the good genetics didn't extend to the mind. I concur. My condolences to him and all of the Polish people at this time.

Tea Party

So I hear some protesters called some members of the Congressional Black Caucus Niggers. Charlie Rangel says there are no black people in these groups. Nothing gets past him! Charlie, there are two kinds of people in this world. Those that produce, and those that consume. When it comes to Health care and Black people, I'm guessing they're more of a consumer. I'm also guessing that Whitey is gonna run out of money before he runs out of poor black folks to pay for. By my numbers, using the cost from the CBO I think the wife and I are gonna be on the hook for a couple of thou a piece in the first year. A little help here? We need our black brothers and sisters to stand with us and help lift this country, not stand and watch with your hand out. Think I'm a racist? Nope! I'm a realist. when the entitled group becomes bigger then the providers, everyone loses.

Our Rights

House Bill 3509 has passed the house and Senate here in SC.
In a nutshell it says that the feds can't order us to do anything that is not ordained by the Constitution of the United Sates.
It mentions the right to keep and bear arms specifically, but not limited to just that. South Carolina also recognises the rights of other states to do the same. In other words. You can keep your change. We along with Texas, Oklahoma, Montana, and Alaska will keep our guns and our freedoms.

And were back

New changes coming. Some you will see, and some you won't. Once again, Blogger comments until we find something we like better.

Back to blogger comments

I have decided not to upgrade to Echo commenting, and instead just use the blogger form for now. If anyone has any suggestions I'd like to hear them. I'm going to reinstall the widgets as I can. So be patient. Pick is looking out Coton Grill in Lexington South Carolina. There is a fountain in the Mill pond.

Haloscan

No commenting until I get it fixed. Sorry.
Please stand by.

Toyota

Hat tip to

don.

What the ????

When I first came to South Carolina I was told, "The only thing between us and hell is a screen door!"

It froze last night.

Toyota

So everyone knows that I'm a GM guy. Always have been. I do own other brands, but not Toyota. Why? Over rated in the quality hype. Don't like em.
What do I make of this sticking gas pedal thing? Not much. Pull the damn floor mat back if it gets stuck. I hate that four lives were lost in a runaway Lexus, but!!!!!!! Why did they call 911? Why not calmly, shift the car into neutral, and then use the brake to stop the car. Do I think the cars are safe? Yes. I did hear from a friend that one in his family did slow down to an idle a couple of times though. Still safe as long as it isn't in front of me, on my way home.

Here we go!

First for John. I was doing great until about a week ago. I now have some iritis and a dry cornea. It makes it hard to use this box, so don't expect replies to all comments.

Massachusetts..... We might be saved by WHO? The revolution has begun at the ballot box.
Couple of votes coming up in SC. The roll call vote. Says you're on record with how you voted in the legislature of this state.
Sovereignty. Says that We need only accept that which is bound by the constitution of the united states. Not the nation of Pelosi/Reid. Lets get this right and Tom won't have to rant about it.
So I heard that the senate might try and block the seating of Brown if he wins. One word for you. Don't! Enough is enough, and you can and will be brought back to earth.
I am at a loss for words to describe how much these people piss me off.
I'm off to see if Messatwoshits can fix some of this.

Stupid spots

Anyone notice those dumb white ovals folks have in their cars? You know the ones. Stuff like OBX for outer banks. I hate them. I want one that says SWO for stupid white oval. I saw one that was even worse today. It was a blue spot on a red background. Said I'm a bright blue spot in a very red state. Huh? Well then someone doesn't belong, right? Kinda like when I go into a new bar and can't see the people til someone cracks a joke. Hmm guess I might wanna leave. I digress. There is nothing about you that makes me think you're bright, Mr blue spot! I think you might be rather dull in fact. I wonder how far one can center one of those with a .300, or an ought6? Might make a great contest one day. To hell with Turkey shoots, lets use those blue spots. For the record I think they originated in Dick Hater Georgia, aka Decatur.

Jesse's Page

The first time I met Jesse he tossed a food bowl at me. I came to learn that he was a sentient being with a sharp mind. I remember teaching him about mailboxes. We have a rural box that must have looked for all the world like it could eat a horse. I learned not to do just anything while leading the horse. After a bit he could open the box and check for mail. He was tied to the trailer on the side with the tack room one day. He opened a tool type box and got into some horse

cookies. Through another lid as I remember. Jesse liked gates. He could open them or jump them. Didn't seem to matter which.

I watched as he begun to get ill, a droopy lip and an eye that he had trouble closing. Thought he had a stroke or nerve damage from the hoof of another. I watched as my wife worried and fretted over him, unsure what to do. He went to the university of Georgia twice, only to find nothing. He was having trouble eating, maybe losing some of his feeling in his tongue. Dropping more of his food. I watched my wife wrestle with the decision of when to put a friend and companion down. This happened on Monday of thanksgiving week. I then watched her question her decision. What made her think she was god?

The preliminary report was a tumor on the brain stem. He was glad he didn't have to suffer that to the end.

I've often wondered about the bond between these women and their horses. I always thought it was a control issue, and nothing more. I have come to understand that the horses are really giving a gift.

PS. Thanks to those that helped her through a tough time, and thanks Whit for sharing your wisdom.

Pets

Pic is of the Mackinaw Bridge, taken from the St Ignace side.

Yeah I know it's been a long time. Lots of things going on in my world, and not much of it good. Reese the Doberman has been diagnosed with

Melanoma. She had surgery to remove it, and will have another to get a better margin. Jesse the Horse seems to have a tumor hiding somewhere. Not sure but have ruled everything else out. Not sure how much time he has. Measuring in months, not years. I need more dental surgery. Remains to be seen how much.

I see that the young girl run down by her Father has died. We need to bring back hanging. The Imam that was killed by the FBI had a great turnout at his funeral. Dearborn Michigan should be the next front in the war against radical islam. Might have to give Dcat her due on this one. She doesn't see any muslims as non-radical. The funeral would suggest she is right. Ever wonder what it's like to be Poland? Russia practising war games of a nuclear variety at them. Obama, you are either the dumbest son of a bitch on the planet, or the evilest. Things are tightening up around here for the rest of us that ducked the first round of recession. Don'tcha wonder where this is going.... Put em all in bread lines to quell dissent. That works well in the cities, but not here in Red Neck Holler. Ammo is still scarce here.