watch deepfake donald trump on his first day working at rt ( in culture, movies-tv-video, humor )

Making news not faking news: Watch Deepfake Donald Trump on his first day working at RT...Go to rt.com/news/501369-donald-trump-rt-deep-fake/ ... read more

movies-tv ( in culture, movies-tv-video )

Good quasi-clay-mation videoGreat first video from several years ago by my niece here or hereIndian flick with subtitlesSo, I'm selecting a movie to watch on Netflix. I see "Holiday A Soldier Is Never Off Duty". It's Indian, with subtitles, but it's in the category of Acti ... read more

harry truman quote ( in culture, quotes, politics )

"Once a government is committed to the principle of silencing the voice of opposition, it has only one way to go, and that is down the path of increasingly repressive measures, until it becomes a source of terror to all its citizens and creates a country where everyone lives in ... read more

california under quarantine ( in culture, humor, covid )

Hilariously sad. See What It's Like Living in California Now "We now have hundreds of thousands of so-called 'cases', 'infections' and 'positive tests' but hardly any sick people. Recall that four fifths (80%) of 'infections' are asymptomatic (1) Covid wards have been by ... read more

diary, 10/28/2008 ( in culture, writing, blog, bill )

We had a Fall Festival party at Elizabeth's daycare/preschool tonight (called that because some parents don't like Halloween). Elizabeth went dressed up in her Minnie Mouse costume. She was very cute. But then, she's cute no matter how she's dressed. :) They had a magic show that ... read more

holmes family newsletter vol 4 no 5 ( in family, holmes, newsletter )

The Broken Record Vol. 4, No. 5, June 25, 1992 "Predictable, irritating. Really, no redeeming qualities whatsoever." L.A. riots: The afterm ... read more

engaged ( in family, holmes, bill )

Engaged... finally!Tara and I are finally getting married. We've "felt married," but now we're making it official, just for the sake of making it official. :) The actual wedding will be August 22, which we've always celebrated as our "anniversary," anyway, beca ... read more

update to the update's update ( in family, adoption, holmes )

I went ahead and paid for the 24-hour internet connection from the room. It wasn't even double the cost of one hour. I also swapped out the flaky cable and that seems to have fixed the connection problem. Wrong. I had to call the techs back to fix it. The hotel sure did send up som ... read more

sleep, what a concept ( in family, adoption, holmes )

I slept on the floor most of last night. It's a little after 7 a.m. here. Elizabeth refuses to sleep in her crib, even though we're told that's what she slept in at the orphanage. So, she sleeps with us in our bed. That bed is barely big enough for just me and Tara. Anyway, Elizabeth ... read more

holmes family newsletter vol 6 no 5 ( in family, holmes, newsletter )

Behind the Eight Ball Who is that behind the eight ball, anyway? Vol. 6 No. 5, August 21, 1994 Jeannie Bre ... read more

health ( in life, health )

This just in: turmeric and black pepper togetherNew Alternative Newsletter!Anti-required-vaccination testimony from MDCellphone over-use causing detached retinaGood and bad bugs in your gutBarefoot is best for childrenHow to stop attacking yourselfSingle Payer FAQGenetically-modified ... read more

azure: good, wholesome food... delivered ( in life, health, food )

"We specialize in delivering quality bulk and natural foods across the country.Get your food delivered by Parcel Carrier (UPS or USPS), or through our unique delivery system of Drop Points. (See maps.) Either way, you'll have access to the highest quality foods at affordable pri ... read more

on the subject of mandatory retirement ( in life, money, employment )

In response to my comment, Whatever the mandatory retirement age is these days -- 67? -- it needs to apply to politicians, too."There is no mandatory retirement age, but you legally have to file for retirement on your 70th birthday, which will give you the maximum social secur ... read more

if called to jury duty, be informed ( in life, help, advice )

Click below for more info:fija.org"FIJA works to inform potential jurors...of their traditional, legal authority to refuse to enforce unjust lawsthat they cannot be required to check their consciences at the courthouse doorthat they cannot be punished for their verdictsInform ev ... read more

preikestolen ( in life, travel )

"Preikestolen is one of Rogaland county, Norway's most visited attractions, and one of the country's most spectacular photo subjects. It has been named one of the world's most spectacular viewing points by both CNN Go and Lonely Planet. It rises 604 metres above the Lysefjord.& ... read more