snowcrash: it's hard cider on the bottom and Guiness on top. It actually remains separate. You can also do it with Kilkenny on the bottom, then it's a black and tan.
snowcrash: it's hard cider on the bottom and Guiness on top. It actually remains separate. You can also do it with Kilkenny on the bottom, then it's a black and tan.
Rule #1: Pillage, then burn. Rule #2: A sergeant in motion outranks a lieutenant who doesn't know what's going on. Rule #3: An ordinance technician at a dead run outranks everybody. Rule #4: Close air support covereth a multitude of sins. Rule #6: If violence wasn't your last resort, you failed to resort to enough of it. Rule #8: Mockery and derision have their place. Usually, it's on the far side of the airlock. Rule #9: Never turn your back on an enemy. Rule #11: Everything is air-droppable at least once. Rule #12: A soft answer turneth away wrath. Once wrath is looking the other way, shoot it in the head. Rule #13: Do unto others. Rule #16: Your name is in the mouth of others: be sure it has teeth. Rule #27: Don't be afraid to be the first to resort to violence. Rule #29: The enemy of my enemy is my enemy's enemy, no more, no less. Rule #30: A little trust goes a long way. The less you use, the further you'll go. Rule #31: Only cheaters prosper. Rule #34: If you're leaving scorch-marks, you need a bigger gun. Rule #35: That which does not kill you has made a tactical error. Rule #36: When the going gets tough, the tough call for close air support. Rule #37: There is no "overkill". There is only "open fire" and "I need to reload". Rule #??: Give a man a fish, feed him for a day. Take his fish away and tell him he's lucky just to be alive, and he'll figure out how to catch another one for you to take tomorrow. Rule #??: Just because it's easy for you doesn't mean it can't be hard on your clients.
I will not drink - But if I do---- I will not get drunk - But if I do ------ I will not stagger or slur words - But if I do -- I will not bounce off walls or throw up - But if I do --- I will not fall down - But if I do --- I will fall on my face lest someone see my avatar -
I will not drink - But if I do---- I will not get drunk - But if I do ------ I will not stagger or slur words - But if I do -- I will not bounce off walls or throw up - But if I do --- I will not fall down - But if I do --- I will fall on my face lest someone see my avatar
ROTFLMFAO. So true. Ask Brandy to frame over the bar.
I will not drink - But if I do---- I will not get drunk - But if I do ------ I will not stagger or slur words - But if I do -- I will not bounce off walls or throw up - But if I do --- I will not fall down - But if I do --- I will fall on my face lest someone see my avatar -
Eric, broke in the Panhandle yesterday PM. Clear last night, sunny today - the low was 40, the high 68 - be careful what you wish for this time of year.
Eric, broke in the Panhandle yesterday PM. Clear last night, sunny today - the low was 40, the high 68 - be careful what you wish for this time of year.
Been in the high 80's the whole week here. I don't mind the heat but would like a break from the damn humidity.
Brandy, I don't want anymore candy! I got lot's of trick or treaters until 8:00 and then nothing! Very odd. Maybe they went to parties? I kept the lights on and the big pumpkin lit until 10:00. I have a big bowlful of leftover candy.
When we drink, we get drunk. When we get drunk, we fall asleep. When we fall asleep, we commit no sin. When we commit no sin, we go to heaven. So, let's all get drunk, and go to heaven!
In life, there are only two things to worry about— Either you are well or you are sick. If you are well, there is nothing to worry about, But if you are sick, there are only two things to worry about— Either you will get well or you will die. If you get well, there is nothing to worry about, But if you die, there are only two things to worry about— Either you will go to heaven or hell. If you go to heaven, there is nothing to worry about. And if you go to hell, you’ll be so busy shaking hands with all your friends You won’t have time to worry!
OF course, Pink! I'm actually trying to use up all the garnishment stuff behind the bar so I don't have to pack it up and move it. I think I used just about all that was left in that one drink!
Sorry, stepped outside for a smoke, then rushed back into grab my camera. The moon was out. I tried to use the zoom on my camera to capture it. I also cropped it so you can focus just on the moon.
Evening mates! Brandy the fried cheese looks delicious and unhealthy as sin! Give me a half a plate, and I'll take an ale to wash it down with! Killian, looked at the N. Young video, and lord has he gotten old. He still can belt them out though!
Ah my lady Wench! Much obliged, much better than the grog you served me last Friday! Didn't do much for Halloween except made some IED's with my neighbor and got the police called on us. It's amazing the noise you can make with a dozen sparklers and a roll of electrical tape! Haaar!
Lo Flyer, you gotta get out of the Atlanta Metroplex more often. The "horsey" was to let Brandy know I'd like another Moose Drool. Brandy, slide one down Lo Flyer's way, he needs to refine his palate.
Panhandler, Moose, horse they taste about the same. Brandy we acted dumb and the cop could see we weren't bad, just misguided. He requested that we don't scare the neighbors and left it at that. Arrgh
OK LoF dat's it. That Dekalb badge ain't gonna cut you any slack when you hit the Montana border. No Glacier Park for you Georgia person. "Thou shalt not Bad Mouth Moose Drool and get away with it."
Thanks LOF, no real animosity, just defending my home town. I'll check with Ms to see if they can get some for the next Southeastern Correspondence Commitee Action Group, Chowder and Marching Society (SCCAG,CMS) rendevous.
the word of the day is... "Black Mold Remediation".
Ok, that's 3 words, but it's still no fun. I moved a small stack of boxes in the corner of the basement this morning and discovered, to my horror, thick streaks of black mold growing up the wall. I had to cut the drywall away, carefully dispose of it, spray with bleach and wipe up everything. Tomorrow I have to peak around behind the drywall in the rest of the basement to see if it's anywhere else. Nasty business.
Report: North Korea calls for direct talks with U.S.
SEOUL (Reuters) – North Korea's Foreign Ministry called on Monday for direct talks with its long-time foe, the United States, and said it was ready to return to stalled six-country nuclear disarmament negotiations.
OR, NK and Obama is a bad joke on us all. The only positive thing is that NK has lost much of its support of free humanitarian aid because they never comply with the treaties and give the food to the NK rulers and military. I give the NK two years at the most before something major goes down.
Ah, thank you Brandy, the dark beer hits the spot!
Ever wonder why the BBC is so f*cked up?
Yes, it's full of leftist anti-American Jew-haters, and that's a big part of it, but there's another secret reason...
"‘There is a huge cocaine culture so it should look out for its employees. … Two weeks ago the Commons Home Affairs Select Committee inquiry into the cocaine trade was told by former BBC producer Sarah Graham that she was offered the drug on her first day at the Corporation."
Welcome, Everyone!
ReplyDeleteHey Brandy.
ReplyDeleteI think I have a picture of my type of black velvet drink :)
Give me a few minutes to upload it and link it.
Ok - I like self service! I still get the tip, though, right?
ReplyDeleteHi Brandy! You wouldn't have a Dr. Pepper would you?
ReplyDeleteLOL, of course you get the tip. ;)
ReplyDeleteHi Brandy. Can I have my usual please. And get one for yourself.
ReplyDeleteHere, Erik
ReplyDeleteEnjoy, honey.
Just in time to lose my avatar
ReplyDeleteRats!
Of course, PBJ!
ReplyDeleteHi Brandy. Bambi get the night off?
ReplyDeleteSorry about that, pre-boomer. What can I get you to drink as you run around incognito?
ReplyDeleteYes. It was a little crazy in here lately! She needed to rest up.
ReplyDeleteHere's the link of what I am drinking tonight Brandy. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Brandy.
ReplyDeleteDid you guys have a good time in here last night?
Looks great, P-phil! Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteIt was hopping, PBJ! Helen and her broom - oh I'm laughing just thinking about it.
ReplyDeleteParty crasher is here!
ReplyDeletebruschetta
ReplyDeleteon the bar!
Hi Jorline! What will it be?
ReplyDeleteBrandy, I've heard that absinthe makes the heart grow fonder. I'll try some of that.
ReplyDeleteHey there Jorline. How can you crash a party if you've been invited?
ReplyDeleteHi Phil. How is that cider by itself? It's hard cider isn't it?
ReplyDeletepre-Boomer Marine brat said...
ReplyDeleteJust in time to lose my avatar
Rats!
Empress lost her new clothes I see!
wOOt!
Everybody's getting happy: here's "Happy Feet," from Paul Whiteman's "King of Jazz," 1929:
ReplyDeletehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1w1P1VK9jGs
Glorious two-strip Technicolor.
ReplyDeleteabsinthe and some history on the drink!
ReplyDeleteBrandy, that knock on the back door is the delivery guy with my resupply order.
ReplyDeleteBrandy, did Helen get to see Sage before he came to my party?
ReplyDeleteBar Wench Brandy said...
ReplyDeleteHi Jorline! What will it be?
The usual please Brandy.
btw...love your perfume tonight...woof woof!
Evening all. Brandy, sweetheart, may I have some St Brendan's irish cream?
ReplyDeleteI bet Buzz's link to "Happy Feet" isn't a dancing penguin story. lol
ReplyDeleteIs all the bar furniture moving to the new place or are we getting new furniture there?
ReplyDeletePaladinPhil said...
ReplyDeleteHey there Jorline. How can you crash a party if you've been invited?
I forgot...not use to getting invited Phil.
How are you doing? Cold up north yet?
snowcrash: it's hard cider on the bottom and Guiness on top. It actually remains separate. You can also do it with Kilkenny on the bottom, then it's a black and tan.
ReplyDeleteSt. Brendan\'s up!
ReplyDeleteKosh asked: "Is all the bar furniture moving to the new place ...?"
ReplyDeleteI hear it'll be the spittoon image of this one.
Snowcrash: Not hardly. It's Bing Crosby and the Rhythm Boys, with Paul Whiteman's Orchestra, from 1929.
ReplyDeleteAnd it is great.
Oh and for those of you who follow Schlock Mercenary. A friend of mine has kept a list and number of all "Seven Habits of Highly Effective Pirates".
ReplyDelete/I still giggle when I read them.
PaladinPhil said...
ReplyDeletesnowcrash: it's hard cider on the bottom and Guiness on top. It actually remains separate. You can also do it with Kilkenny on the bottom, then it's a black and tan.
That has got to give you a hangover from hell.
BWB: Super cool.
ReplyDeleteAnd, since we're talking about "absinthe," let's have a brief shred of lyric:
When I get fretful, I get forgetful
So honey, please remember
Absence makes the heart grow fonder
For somebody else...
Phil, I'm not a Guiness fan, but the cider sounds good alone. I am going to check it out.
ReplyDeletePaladin, that link only works for those with a Facebook account, and I don't have one.
ReplyDelete(The only networking site I use is LinkedIn)
That has got to give you a hangover from hell.
ReplyDeleteNope, at least it doesn't bother me. Now Tekillya.....
Buzz, thanks for the Happy Feet video link!
ReplyDeleteJorline - in my swoon over your comment about my new perfume, I've simply drawn a blank as to what you drink! Oh you've simply given me the vapors!
ReplyDeleteAh, sorry Kosh. Here it is all cut and pasted....
ReplyDeleteRule #1: Pillage, then burn.
Rule #2: A sergeant in motion outranks a lieutenant who doesn't know what's going on.
Rule #3: An ordinance technician at a dead run outranks everybody.
Rule #4: Close air support covereth a multitude of sins.
Rule #6: If violence wasn't your last resort, you failed to resort to enough of it.
Rule #8: Mockery and derision have their place. Usually, it's on the far side of the airlock.
Rule #9: Never turn your back on an enemy.
Rule #11: Everything is air-droppable at least once.
Rule #12: A soft answer turneth away wrath. Once wrath is looking the other way, shoot it in the head.
Rule #13: Do unto others.
Rule #16: Your name is in the mouth of others: be sure it has teeth.
Rule #27: Don't be afraid to be the first to resort to violence.
Rule #29: The enemy of my enemy is my enemy's enemy, no more, no less.
Rule #30: A little trust goes a long way. The less you use, the further you'll go.
Rule #31: Only cheaters prosper.
Rule #34: If you're leaving scorch-marks, you need a bigger gun.
Rule #35: That which does not kill you has made a tactical error.
Rule #36: When the going gets tough, the tough call for close air support.
Rule #37: There is no "overkill". There is only "open fire" and "I need to reload".
Rule #??: Give a man a fish, feed him for a day. Take his fish away and tell him he's lucky just to be alive, and he'll figure out how to catch another one for you to take tomorrow.
Rule #??: Just because it's easy for you doesn't mean it can't be hard on your clients.
buzzsawmonkey said...
ReplyDeleteBWB: Super cool.
And, since we're talking about "absinthe," let's have a brief shred of lyric:
When I get fretful, I get forgetful
So honey, please remember
Absence makes the heart grow fonder
For somebody else...
Where's that damn upding thingy?
Oh boy, Wanda Sykes gets her own TV show. How derisive will that be?
ReplyDelete/I was gonna bitch about it more, but apparently she actually used to work for the NSA, so I'll STFU
pBMb: My pleasure. It's a killer, isn't it?
ReplyDeletePaladinPhil said... Now Tekillya.....
ReplyDeleteMe loves Tekillya but she does not love me back. The bitch hurts me every time.
Bar Wench Brandy said...
ReplyDeleteJorline - in my swoon over your comment about my new perfume, I've simply drawn a blank as to what you drink! Oh you've simply given me the vapors!
It's called vapor lock Brandy...lol
Tecate with lime please.
Buzz, the double-jointed dancer hurt my eyes!
ReplyDelete:D
The Liberty Pub oath:
ReplyDeleteI will not drink - But if I do----
I will not get drunk - But if I do ------
I will not stagger or slur words - But if I do --
I will not bounce off walls or throw up - But if I do ---
I will not fall down - But if I do ---
I will fall on my face lest someone see my avatar -
By the way, I've probably posted this before, but that's no reason not to post it again:
ReplyDeletehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fWPRudkTvyM&feature=related
Of course, Jorline! How silly do I feel. Salt there for good measure.
ReplyDeletePanhandler said...
ReplyDeleteThe Liberty Pub oath:
I will not drink - But if I do----
I will not get drunk - But if I do ------
I will not stagger or slur words - But if I do --
I will not bounce off walls or throw up - But if I do ---
I will not fall down - But if I do ---
I will fall on my face lest someone see my avatar
ROTFLMFAO. So true. Ask Brandy to frame over the bar.
Panhandler said...
ReplyDeleteThe Liberty Pub oath:
I will not drink - But if I do----
I will not get drunk - But if I do ------
I will not stagger or slur words - But if I do --
I will not bounce off walls or throw up - But if I do ---
I will not fall down - But if I do ---
I will fall on my face lest someone see my avatar -
Cheers Pan!
Hey Pan is this weather ever going to break down here?
ReplyDeleteThan ye kindly Eric. We transplnted Floridians do come out of our shells from time to time.
ReplyDeleteROTFLMFAO. So true. Ask Brandy to frame over the bar. Call it done! I'll have it hanging over the new bar in big, bold letters so it can't be missed!
ReplyDeleteBar Wench Brandy said...
ReplyDeleteOf course, Jorline! How silly do I feel. Salt there for good measure.
Thank you beautiful.
sooo...anyone want any candy?
ReplyDeleteThe NYY have come out to play tonight.
ReplyDeleteEric, broke in the Panhandle yesterday PM. Clear last night, sunny today - the low was 40, the high 68 - be careful what you wish for this time of year.
ReplyDeleteHi Panhandler! What can I get you to drink?
ReplyDeleteCandy?
ReplyDeleteDoes anyone know what Brandy mints by that?
/and on that, I shall bid all of you a VERY good night.
/no cheering, please
Panhandler said...
ReplyDeleteEric, broke in the Panhandle yesterday PM. Clear last night, sunny today - the low was 40, the high 68 - be careful what you wish for this time of year.
Been in the high 80's the whole week here. I don't mind the heat but would like a break from the damn humidity.
juke box
ReplyDelete(hehehehe)
Hi ya'll all.
ReplyDeleteG'nite, pBMb :-)
Brandy, would it be presumptious of me to modify my profile to note that I am now a "Published Author"?
ReplyDeleteNight, pre-boomer! Sleep well!
ReplyDeleteOh sure, complain about the humidity Erik.
ReplyDelete/shivers in his polar fleece PJ's.
//and it isn't even winter yet.
Of course not! If you don't toot your horn, then just who will I always say! Tell us about it.
ReplyDelete
ReplyDeleteBeen in the high 80's the whole week here. I don't mind the heat but would like a break from the damn humidity.
Erik, I think you've been misled.
/you are in Florida, right? ;-)
G'night, Pink.
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to the new digs.
(VERRRRY busy here, so it might be a few days before I can get back in.)
Night pre-Boomer. Weet dreams.
ReplyDeleteHi Pink! What can I get you? Scotch? Gin and Tonic? A new fun umbrella type concoction?
ReplyDeleteBrandy, I don't want anymore candy! I got lot's of trick or treaters until 8:00 and then nothing! Very odd. Maybe they went to parties? I kept the lights on and the big pumpkin lit until 10:00. I have a big bowlful of leftover candy.
ReplyDeleteBrandy, would it be presumptious of me to modify my profile to note that I am now a "Published Author"?
ReplyDeleteTell us more!
Congrats!
G'night all
ReplyDelete/pulling the plug in 3 ... 2 ... 1 ...
PaladinPhil said...
ReplyDeleteOh sure, complain about the humidity Erik.
/shivers in his polar fleece PJ's.
//and it isn't even winter yet.
I will wait a few weeks to post my favorite "white shit"( AKA Snow) joke.
pBMb: If you're still here, check out the "Hollywood Party" link I put up.
ReplyDeleteYou'll be glad you did.
Irish Toast
ReplyDeleteWhen we drink, we get drunk.
When we get drunk, we fall asleep.
When we fall asleep, we commit no sin.
When we commit no sin, we go to heaven.
So, let's all get drunk, and go to heaven!
I'm looking forward to the new digs.
ReplyDelete(VERRRRY busy here, so it might be a few days before I can get back in.)
pBMb, Your invite will be sitting in your inbox in the morning, to be used at your convenience. Looking forward to seeing you in the new place. :-)
Panhandler, congrats!
ReplyDeleteJukebox
ReplyDelete/bonus track
Pink Freud said... Erik, I think you've been misled.
ReplyDelete/you are in Florida, right? ;-)
LOL. I had a choice to move to anywhere in the US. :)))
Brandy, is the delivery guy still pounding on the back door? He's got a trukload of this
ReplyDeleteMy personal favorite.
ReplyDeleteAn Irishman's Philosophy
In life, there are only two things to worry about—
Either you are well or you are sick.
If you are well, there is nothing to worry about,
But if you are sick, there are only two things to worry about—
Either you will get well or you will die.
If you get well, there is nothing to worry about,
But if you die, there are only two things to worry about—
Either you will go to heaven or hell.
If you go to heaven, there is nothing to worry about.
And if you go to hell, you’ll be so busy shaking hands with all your friends
You won’t have time to worry!
Hi Pink! What can I get you? Scotch? Gin and Tonic? A new fun umbrella type concoction?
ReplyDeleteI think I will have one of those foo-foo drinks, Brandy. What did they call it .... a zombie?
/with an umbrella, pleasethankyou!
Oh, I better go let him in!
ReplyDeleteespecially for you, Pink!
ReplyDeleteJukebox
ReplyDelete/bonus tracks
PSA! PSA!
ReplyDeletewhat to do with leftover halloween candy
especially for you, Pink!
ReplyDeleteThat's it! Perfect, Brandy ...as always. Thanks!
OF course, Pink! I'm actually trying to use up all the garnishment stuff behind the bar so I don't have to pack it up and move it. I think I used just about all that was left in that one drink!
ReplyDeletePSA! PSA!
ReplyDeletewhat to do with leftover halloween candy
What's 'leftover candy'?
;-)
Quiet tonight! Everyone still in recovery mode?
ReplyDeletePink Freud said...
ReplyDeleteWhat's 'leftover candy'?
lmao..true! YUMMY Lifesaver Gummies
Can't find a better cut without the extraneous video - Why I like the Liberty Pub
ReplyDeleteJukebox
ReplyDelete/extra bonus tracks
Very nice, Panhandler!
ReplyDeleteSorry, stepped outside for a smoke, then rushed back into grab my camera. The moon was out. I tried to use the zoom on my camera to capture it. I also cropped it so you can focus just on the moon.
ReplyDelete"You're all evil, and I hope you all have snacks!"
ReplyDeletenothing is better than fried cheese!
ReplyDeleteNow you're talking, KB :-)
ReplyDelete/not a big Alanis fan
What a great shot, p-Phil! Very, very cool!
ReplyDeleteOR! Looks like my cheese sticks were right on time!
ReplyDeleteBar Wench Brandy said...
ReplyDeletenothing is better than fried cheese!
/lots of that lying around Wisconsin tonight
Nice Phil ...looks like a big bear paw right in the middle of it.
ReplyDeleteGoing to have to save up the coin for a few more lenses. Next on my purchase list is a 50mm 1.8. Then I think I may go for a 200mm zoom.
ReplyDeleteanyone in need of a refill?
ReplyDeleteAre they... *evil* cheese sticks?
ReplyDeleteOoops, I undid the crop and uploaded the orginal picture. Still figuring out Picasa. Pretty good picture program over all.
ReplyDeleteHave you ever met that funny refill ma'am?
ReplyDeleteHave you ever met that funny refill ma'am?
Well, maybe not quite that:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D44pyeEvhcQ
Evening mates! Brandy the fried cheese looks delicious and unhealthy as sin! Give me a half a plate, and I'll take an ale to wash it down with!
ReplyDeleteKillian, looked at the N. Young video, and lord has he gotten old. He still can belt them out though!
Another Black Velvet for me Brandy. Next time I will ask the RL bartender to make it with champagne. :)
ReplyDeleteof course they are evil! The most evil fried cheese EVER!
ReplyDeletePhil, nice fall full moon picture.
ReplyDeleteAh Brandy? - Ahem
ReplyDeleteRecess at the Asylum
ReplyDeleteCheck out Helen's moves in the back...lol
Are you mooning people, P-Phil? A FULL moon? EEEKKKKK!
ReplyDeletePanhandler, Nice horsey!
ReplyDeleteLoFlyer, here's that ale for ya.
ReplyDeleteHow's everything?
LoFlyer said...
ReplyDeleteand lord has he gotten old
Grace is like 70
/Deborah is a senior citizen too
Here you go,
ReplyDeletePhil!
Sorry for the quick drive by, but Mr. AW wants the computer back. I'll see y'all tomorrow!
ReplyDeleteUp rose old Barbara Fried Cheese then,
ReplyDeleteBowed with her fourscore years and ten....
Another Moose Drool it is, Panhandler.
ReplyDeleteAW: A perfect moon for Hallowe'en. Should have gone as the wolf man last night.
ReplyDeleteAh my lady Wench! Much obliged, much better than the grog you served me last Friday! Didn't do much for Halloween except made some IED's with my neighbor and got the police called on us. It's amazing the noise you can make with a dozen sparklers and a roll of electrical tape! Haaar!
ReplyDeleteLo Flyer, you gotta get out of the Atlanta Metroplex more often. The "horsey" was to let Brandy know I'd like another Moose Drool. Brandy, slide one down Lo Flyer's way, he needs to refine his palate.
ReplyDeleteThat was a beautiful moon you had Phil.
ReplyDeleteLoFlyer, LOL, sounds like you had fun. Hope the police were nice about it.
BSM said....
ReplyDeleteUp rose old Barbara Fried Cheese then,
Bowed with her fourscore years and ten....
Awesome pseudo John Greenleaf Whittier Buzz!
I work about 2 blocks away from Barbara Fritchies house in Frederick MD
Hey loflyer!
ReplyDeleteWe'll be moving into the new place tomorrow and you'll need an invite with a p/w to get it ...and I still don't have an email for you. :-)
Pink Freud I owe you an an email, I will make a note to send it tomorrow! can't wait to see the new site and gizmo's mate!
ReplyDeleteHere's a Moose Drool, LoFlyer. You're drinking it on Panhandler.
ReplyDeleteGoodnight friends. See you in the new digs.
ReplyDeleteG'nite snowcrash. :-)
ReplyDeleteWeet dreams snowcrash!
ReplyDeleteTM: Thanks! That is so cool for you!
ReplyDelete"Shoot, if you must, these jello shots
But take these aspirin what I've gots..."
Panhandler, Moose, horse they taste about the same. Brandy we acted dumb and the cop could see we weren't bad, just misguided. He requested that we don't scare the neighbors and left it at that. Arrgh
ReplyDeleteBrandy, sometimes it the little things that bring back the happy memories. "Weet dreams" was courtesy of Beach Katie if I remember right?
ReplyDeleteBuzz.... She is one of the more obscure historical figures in Maryland history. A fixture in history because of Whittiers poem.
ReplyDeleteSounds like the cop was pretty cool, LoFlyer.
ReplyDeletePanhandler, Beach Katie posted here once or twice. I always liked her. I remember the first time she posted that. She was probably a little tipsy. LOL
OK LoF dat's it. That Dekalb badge ain't gonna cut you any slack when you hit the Montana border. No Glacier Park for you Georgia person. "Thou shalt not Bad Mouth Moose Drool and get away with it."
ReplyDeleteI hope we're not awarding Laurels for Maryland history.
ReplyDeleteTM: The poem makes me misty:
ReplyDeleteBarbara Frietchie
--John Greenleaf Whittier
Up from the meadows rich with corn,
Clear in the cool September morn,
The clustered spires of Frederick stand
Green-walled by the hills of Maryland.
Round about them orchards sweep,
Apple and peach tree fruited deep,
Fair as the garden of the Lord
To the eyes of the famished rebel horde,
On that pleasant morn of the early fall
When Lee marched over the mountain-wall;
Over the mountains winding down,
Horse and foot, into Frederick town.
Forty flags with their silver stars,
Forty flags with their crimson bars,
Flapped in the morning wind: the sun
Of noon looked down, and saw not one.
Up rose old Barbara Frietchie then,
Bowed with her fourscore years and ten;
Bravest of all in Frederick town,
She took up the flag the men hauled down;
In her attic window the staff she set,
To show that one heart was loyal yet,
Up the street came the rebel tread,
Stonewall Jackson riding ahead.
Under his slouched hat left and right
He glanced; the old flag met his sight.
'Halt!' - the dust-brown ranks stood fast.
'Fire!' - out blazed the rifle-blast.
It shivered the window, pane and sash;
It rent the banner with seam and gash.
Quick, as it fell, from the broken staff
Dame Barbara snatched the silken scarf.
She leaned far out on the window-sill,
And shook it forth with a royal will.
'Shoot, if you must, this old gray head,
But spare your country's flag,' she said.
A shade of sadness, a blush of shame,
Over the face of the leader came;
The nobler nature within him stirred
To life at that woman's deed and word;
'Who touches a hair of yon gray head
Dies like a dog! March on! he said.
All day long through Frederick street
Sounded the tread of marching feet:
All day long that free flag tost
Over the heads of the rebel host.
Ever its torn folds rose and fell
On the loyal winds that loved it well;
And through the hill-gaps sunset light
Shone over it with a warm good-night.
Barbara Frietchie's work is o'er,
And the Rebel rides on his raids nor more.
Honor to her! and let a tear
Fall, for her sake, on Stonewalls' bier.
Over Barbara Frietchie's grave,
Flag of Freedom and Union, wave!
Peace and order and beauty draw
Round they symbol of light and law;
And ever the stars above look down
On thy stars below in Frederick town!
Killian Bundy said...
ReplyDeleteGrace is like 70
Kosh's Shadow says
She's still Slick.
PaladinPhil said...
ReplyDeleteAW: A perfect moon for Hallowe'en. Should have gone as the wolf man last night.
Post-Halloween, lycanthrope trivia: "Lee Ho Fook's" is an actual retaurant in Soho, London, but it does NOT have Beef Chow Mein on the menu.
(Really.)
Hey, looks like it's picking up in here. Hi Killian, OR, Truck Monkey and anyone else I missed. What are you drinking tonight?
ReplyDeleteJukebox
ReplyDelete/bonus tracks
Brandy, I am drinking... Blooood! BLOOOOD!
ReplyDelete/wait, that was last night
OR, I guess the werewolf will be disappointed.
ReplyDeleteI hope he doesn't take it the wong way.
Or get some Wong for takeout.
Kosh, what's all this I hear about littleoldlady getting mutilated late last night?!
ReplyDelete/it's a joke, guys
Panhandler! Man am I hurt! Banned from Glacier park and I am not even retired! Bummer, here have a couple shots of Jeagermiester to make it up to you!
ReplyDeleteOR, the werewolf has a great tailor; he can change without changing his suit.
ReplyDeleteZucchini Sticks on the bar. Careful, they're hot.
ReplyDeleteOR, she was serving me fruit cup this morning so she made a miraculous recovery overnight. Warren Zevon rocks....
ReplyDeleteTrying that zucchini link again. Enjoy.
ReplyDeleteBar Wench Brandy said...
ReplyDeleteZucchini Sticks on the bar.
Does it, now?
Zucchini sticks on the bar? Zucchini sticks to everything.
ReplyDeleteZucchini is one of those vegetables that I find strange. Do you serve it savory or sweet?
ReplyDeleteEenie meenie, fresh zucchini
ReplyDeleteThe spirits are about to speak...
Are they friendly spirits?
Friendly? Just drink them...
buzzsawmonkey said...
ReplyDeleteZucchini sticks on the bar? Zucchini sticks to everything.
Heh, how are you doing Buzz? I'm a little on the slow side tonight with a bit of a hangover. May I get you something to drink?
buzzsawmonkey, when you drink the spirits, do they feel like they're flying through hyperspace?
ReplyDeleteBuzz, my friendly spirits just entered the trash can and I am walking to the fridge looking for his friends....
ReplyDeletePhil, I serve it up savory as a rule but it also makes for a good sweet bread.
ReplyDeleteI do hope zucchini puns don't squash the entire thread under their weight.
ReplyDeleteBWB: No, I'm heading out into the great void, thanks. I'll take advantage of your skills on the morrow.
ReplyDeleteAnybody ready for a drink?
ReplyDeleteOccasional Reader said...
ReplyDeleteI do hope zucchini puns don't squash the entire thread under their weight.
Kosh's Shadow says
acorn-y pun thread?
Butternut get out of hand.
Thanks LOF, no real animosity, just defending my home town. I'll check with Ms to see if they can get some for the next Southeastern Correspondence Commitee Action Group, Chowder and Marching Society (SCCAG,CMS) rendevous.
ReplyDeleteSee you then Buzz. It's always enjoyable when you are about.
ReplyDeleteI'm heading out into the great void
ReplyDeleteAh, switching on network television, I see.
I do hope zucchini puns don't squash the entire thread under their weight.
ReplyDeleteWhat? Are you out of your gourd?
Butternut get out of hand
ReplyDeleteYuca'n say that again, brother.
Panhandler, do you live in Montana? it's one of my favorite states! except being drunk that is....
ReplyDeleteWe should stop this pun thread now... we're not a bunch of maniocs, after all.
ReplyDeleteHere's a few quarters for the jukebox if somebody wants to play a few tunes.
ReplyDeleteOccasional Reader said...
ReplyDeleteWe should stop this pun thread now... we're not a bunch of maniocs, after all.
You can stop right after you read my taro.
buzzsawmonkey said...
ReplyDeleteYou can stop right after you read my taro.
Kosh's Shadow says -
Poi, I can see where this is going.
Well I am going to call it a night. See you all tomorrow morning. Maybe in the new place.
ReplyDelete/*poof*
Good evening folks...
ReplyDeletethe word of the day is... "Black Mold Remediation".
Ok, that's 3 words, but it's still no fun. I moved a small stack of boxes in the corner of the basement this morning and discovered, to my horror, thick streaks of black mold growing up the wall. I had to cut the drywall away, carefully dispose of it, spray with bleach and wipe up everything. Tomorrow I have to peak around behind the drywall in the rest of the basement to see if it's anywhere else. Nasty business.
Ans so I could really use a beer, please, Brandy!
Report: North Korea calls for direct talks with U.S.
ReplyDeleteSEOUL (Reuters) – North Korea's Foreign Ministry called on Monday for direct talks with its long-time foe, the United States, and said it was ready to return to stalled six-country nuclear disarmament negotiations.
I sure hope Obama stands tough.
No, really.
Stop laughing.
Juke box, Perfect strangers! Deep Purple..
ReplyDeletehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwoTaisFMIE&feature=related
Here you are Kenneth!
ReplyDeleteThat mold is no joke.
pre-Boomer Marine brat
ReplyDeleteHello! It is just great to see you! Did you bring your sockpuppet along with you? Mine has been sooo ronery!
Beer for you Kenneth. Sorry the link didn't work.
ReplyDeleteG'evening everybody!
ReplyDeleteWoke up early in anticipation of takeoff of the new mothership :-)
OR, NK and Obama is a bad joke on us all. The only positive thing is that NK has lost much of its support of free humanitarian aid because they never comply with the treaties and give the food to the NK rulers and military. I give the NK two years at the most before something major goes down.
ReplyDeleteIn the "you gotta be shiiting me" department:
ReplyDeleteNY 23: Scozzafava doing robocalls for Owens (h/t Instapundit)
Hi NY Nana! Here's a Fresca!
ReplyDeleteBBL guys, I have some laundry to attend to, this shouldn't take long...
ReplyDeleteFinally Free said...
ReplyDeleteIn the "you gotta be shiiting me" department:
No, she's a Republican.
/Newt said so
Later, LoFlyer.
ReplyDeleteHi Finally Free. A drink?
ReplyDeleteAh, thank you Brandy, the dark beer hits the spot!
ReplyDeleteEver wonder why the BBC is so f*cked up?
Yes, it's full of leftist anti-American Jew-haters, and that's a big part of it, but there's another secret reason...
"‘There is a huge cocaine culture so it should look out for its employees. … Two weeks ago the Commons Home Affairs Select Committee inquiry into the cocaine trade was told by former BBC producer Sarah Graham that she was offered the drug on her first day at the Corporation."
Rampant cocaine use at the Beeb!
http://pajamasmedia.com/richardfernandez/2009/11/01/bows-and-flows/
Hi Brandy. Well, double espresso for me? :-)
ReplyDeleteLooks like we have our fresh thread upstairs. Could you repost that link about the BBC up there for everyone, Kenneth?
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