Hello!
This week we can look forward to the State of the Union speech, Tuesday night, and continued fall-out from the S.C. primary shock-er-roo.
Great…just great…
Friday’s Links
The R’s Wasted Angst Am. Spectator
0 is playing small ball Krauthammer
0’s vision for a Spartan America Jonah Goldberg
America The Right Way!!! 
New weekend thread.
Well…the talk yesterday…a better description of the subject would be: more guns, less crime. Lott had his usual facts and stats, and I listened carefully. He’s very clear on how he uses them, and doesn’t stretch a point too far.
For example, if a city abolishes its gun ban, and there is a drop in crime, Lott might mention that the police undertook some new policing methods at the same time as a factor also if that’s the case. That kind of carefulness is impressive. It isn’t always seen in such politically-charged areas.
He talked a lot about DC after the Heller case, and Chicago after the gun ban was struck down there.
Did you know that from the late ’20s til 1963, commercial pilots were REQUIRED to carry weapons? That is because they were often transporting mail, so they were acting as security for that. Between ’63 and 79, it was allowed but not mandatory. Then…guess whose administration put an end to even that??
Did you read the book Freakonomics ?? They looked statistically at the rapid drop in crime in the late 80’s and weeded out factors that weren’t causal. They looked at guns, new policing methods (ala Guilianni), the economy, politics, enforcement, jail time, etc and found only small contributions. When all was said and done, they came up with the most significant cause in crime drop was Roe v Wade (Single urban mothers had less births in ’70’s and therefore less teenagers terrorizing the neighborhoods in the late 80’s and 90’s.
They (authors) could be Dems, however.
That’s right…I remember that idea from that book now that you mention it.
Prayer alert:
Dog just posted this on FB:
Prayers up, Jim!
Take care, Jim. Prayers up.
Indeed! take care, Jim. Hope you’re feeling better fastest!
Interesting Jonah Goldberg article:
http://www.nationalreview.com/articles/289402/obama-s-vision-spartan-america-jonah-goldberg
Oops! Molly already posted it!
That’s ok…it’s a good article, and Jonah’s an excellent writer.
Beach Boys?
Some singing’ is necessary ’cause there’s 65 days ’till spring
Here’ a commercial Zero made for the ‘Pubs !!!
Fun, fun!
lysie, thanks for that hearty breakfast. Today we will have breakfast for dinner since I am STILL quite full from last night’s dinner, #2 to celebrate the hub’s birthday. Went to a fabulous Italian restaurant. Too much temptation there! Even shared a cannoli with my brother-in-law. And I never eat dessert. Oh, well, nothing a good 3-mile walk can’t fix.
One of the best aspects of going out last night was missing the FL debate. I am really having a hard time accepting where the campaigns and superPACs, especially Romney’s, have gone. Embarrassing, shameful. Makes me want to just stay home next November. What do these people do after the nominating process is over? How do they look at themselves in the mirror? And why are they giving O such an easy path to re-election? Argh.
Rainy, dreary day here, but not white! And not cold, either, so that’s OK by me. Before long I can complain about the clawing heat!
Hope y’all have a beautiful day.
Agree…that’s why it’s good news there are no debates for awhile.
In just about every debate, there have been some good moments, but especially lately, they have degenerated into mudball.
cannoli! Yum, yum! You did very well , by my standards, to share, and not eat a whole one! So don’t be too hard on yourself.
Just what we’re having this a.m., no toast.
Bundle up. Stay warm.
Good morning!
No more debates for awhile??
Have to go out in the ****. Back later
My sister-in-law went to visit her sister who is in the hosptal and gravely ill. Greg and I spent several hours with dad last night. Once again, I made sausage, peppers, onions, potatoes and mushrooms. Dad said he hasn’t had that in years and had a second helping.
After dinner, we watched what dad enjoys on TV, Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy and America’s Funniest Home Videos. I haven’t watched those shows in years. That makes dad and me even in things not done in years. 🙂
Very nice lysie…some good memories there.
I’m in a little bit of a funk: watched a disturbing movie over the weekend, now I’m reading a tense book, and it’s too much.
BUT in between, I went to see The Artist which is a very good, entertaining movie…there’s a little dog in it – forget the breed – but it almost steals the whole show!
After you are done with the book, treat yourself to some silliness.
Thanks for the movie review. I may check it out.
I’ve never fixed that dish. It sounds lovely. I think I’ll try that tonight. Sweet sausage?
till, dad and Greg prefer hot, but sweet would work. Don’t forget to add a little parm. cheese before eating.
lysie, how is your sister-in-law’s sister (and your sil) doing? I’ve had on prayer list and think of them every day.
Thanks, ed. Your prayers are appreciated.
My sister-in-laws sister is still in the hospital. The family hasn’t quite figured out where she is going for treatments, but are leaning toward Sloan-Kettering or a place in Pittsburg.
Prayers for your SIL’s sister…and for her caregivers and doctors.
I’ll report on John Lott’s comments tomorrow….but so glad I went, and I got to meet him also.
The movie I mentioned was: The Professional with Leon Reno, Gary Oldman and a young, amazingly effective Natalie Portman. I got hooked because of the relationship between the Reno and Portman characters…but the movie is so violent and disturbing…that’s the part that’s hard to put aside.
Thank you, Molly.
Sowell is right — let’s pick one and get serious and stop with the stuff from 30 years ago. You know what Zero was doing 30 years ago?
reading Alinsky, for one thing,
I will read Sowell’s column.
How did you find the Levin book?
Excellent , Dr. Sowell column, Molly. Thanks.
This country finds herself at a critical turning point. Let’s stop bickering over spilled milk and put out the fire that’s burning.
I just heard someone say on the radio that 0 says 1 thing and does another, completely contradictory…the whole SOTU was full of such things…
that’s what I was thinking about yesterday, and came up with this analogy which I tried out with my husband at supper: It’s as if I declare: I have to be in San Francisco by Sat….so I’ll start driving there Thurs. huh??!!
Guess what? Going to hear John Lott, the 2nd Amendment advocate, speak today…
Excellent analogy. How about???? “I haven’t eaten in days. I’m starved. I’ll eat next week.” Ha! Or… I fell in a mud puddle. I’m covered with mud. I’ll get cleaned in the morning after a good night’s sleep. 😉
Why would anyone with the screen name Molly Pitcher be interested in John Lott speak about the second amendment??? /s LOL 🙂
Have fun. Please , when you can, give us a report.
I red maybe 20 pages of Levin’s book and put it down—because of chores not because it was bad. On the contrary – it is one of those books you can savor a sentence for a while. Little bit of philosophy from Mark.
Iowa Granny slipped on the ice yesterday and now has a broken ankle. I didn’t know about her mil’s death, so sorry to read that.
What really happened in the Gingrich ethics case?
A very good trip down memory lane.
Thanks for the link, and the extra info on IG prairie …broken ankles …not so good.
And forgot to say earlier: Bravo to Seal Team 6! Tremendous job…well done. That group has sure had an eventful year to say the least, but I guess that’s the business they are in.
Oh my goodness, that is horrible! Feel better soon, IG. We love you.
Sorry to hear of the broken ankle, IG.
The article about Newt is good. I understand Nancy said in 1995 that Ronnie passed the Torch to Newt.
A nice appreciation of Bret Baier, Fox News
I’m feeling much better today. I can actually move my arm up and/or across w/o gasping in pain. I’m still babying myself today.
I’m also keeping a close weather eye on the outside. We’re under a tornado watch until 5 pm. AGAIN.
Prayers for Iowa Granny and her family in the loss of IG’s mother-in-law. I don’t know any of the particulars.
Prayers up for IG and family.
How are you, Jem?
I am in quite a bit of pain. I’m borderline going to the doc. But for the nonce, I think I’ll save the money.
Prayers, too, for IG’s family.
Jemian .. not familiar with the nature of your pain, but pain is nature’s way of telling us something ain’t right. Last year, I was in pain and suffered it for about three days despite family insistence I go to the doc. Finally it got to the point where I couldn’t handle it any more and (of course, that time arriving at the crack of dawn) had to go to ER (more costly than doc’s office). Turned out it was gall bladder that had to be removed, no big whoop, except had I gone when family suggested, could have had non-invasive removal, but delay caused them to have to cut. Just sayin’
Jemian…thanks for letting us know about IG.
Well, I was running through the house playing with Gail’s dog and something happened and I fell. So, I hurt both my knees and my left shoulder. My shoulder is the problem. I wish I could easily determine the extent of the injury. I just can’t afford another trip to the doctor’s, even with insurance.
I hear ya! Hope it is better really soon. Have you done epsom salts soak baths? That’s a reasonable alternative for any kind of muscle pain. Sure can’t hurt. (I don’t know if it’s the epsom salts OR the 20 minutes of peace and quiet that make one feel better)
So sorry to hear that. Her MIL was so independent. Prayers for the family.
Ed, I went through the gall bladder emergency a few years ago. It truly caught me by surprise. I would have gone to the ER this AM except I went to the doc’s in the spring with a ruptured disk. Then, in July, I was having a serious panic attack. In August, I stepped on some glass going down the stairs and thought I might have broken my foot. FWIW, the doc that time didn’t find the glass and LD removed it a week later. In late October, I sprained my ankle and have just this past week been able to take the boot off. I really don’t want to go back again. I think I’m a bit of a hypochondriac but my daughters have assured these are genuine injuries and therefore don’t qualify for hypochondria. LOL!
Jemian, I’m with your daughters .. hardly hypochondria. And just getting the boot off, that was a long time. Guess I wouldn’t be rushing to the docs, either. Last thing any of us likes to do.
Good morning.
Thank you, Molly, for your good wishes about Monday’s tornados. We were south of the exciting weather and fared well. The spring-like weather has my daffodils in bloom and the buds on my Chinese Magnolia begin to open.
I am ignoring everything concerning the SOTU. I haven’t been following the election news [much] and am just trying to think calm and peaceful thoughts.
You are welcome.
Thanks lysie Your breakfast has brightened a dull a.m….
Wed. already!?
Well…I passed one million lifetime flight miles on United……I now get permanent premier status (which includes spouse)
Is there a way to tax those status benefits, you hi flyin’ capitalist??!!
It’s just not FAIR!
Molly, don’t joke … on news I heard they are requiring airlines to send info on FF miles for tax purposes.. I can’t wait to get a 1099 or W-2 form from Staples for the $3.99 refund from that ream of paper I bought last year. And, am going to go back and retry that link.
Rav, don’t know whether to congratulate you or offer condolences. Flying has become such a nightmare over the past few years, but with permanent premier status you can bypass some of those problems faced by peons. And, for some destinations flying is the only option available. (btw, are you known elsewhere as Raven6?)
Is it true that the 5 GOP president appointed Justices didn’t go to SOTU last night? It’s probably because they have the Obamacare hearings scheduled for March, tho that didn’t stop the D-appointed Justices from attending if what I read is correct. Interesting that Kennedy “swung” with the GOP. (reading tea leaves) It was so nice to just not pay any attention whatsoever. Wonder what his ratings for last night are.
I’ve awakened to a beautiful, sunny, not so cold day. I’ll take it for as along as it lasts!
Be blessed today, all
Cool. That is a lot of miles.
Who is John Galt?
“We are fast approaching the stage of the ultimate inversion: the stage where the government is free to do anything it pleases, while the citizens may act only by permission; which is the stage of the darkest periods of human history, the stage of rule by brute force.” Ayn Rand
Well, well…..he wants more taxes. What a surprise. This country has finite wealth and we can grow that wealth if we don’t give it to Obama. He’s wasted the money we’ve already given him.
He will start a new agency to regulate trade. That means a new czar, right?
Molly and lysie and everybody…Hello! I am okay…actually feeling a little under the weather today so I’m taking it a bit easy, I expect will be up and around normally in a day or two.
Since I’m going to miss the music jam tonight I’ll follow the threads on the SOTU. Unless I find something better to watch, which wouldn’t be hard.
What about that BOOORRRRRIIINNG debate last night on NBC?? Sheesh,
Hope you’re better today…hope you didn’t watch the SOTU…wouldn’t have helped you…
Solar Storms underway with consequences for earth Space weather .com
more astronomy….The black hole at the center of our galaxy and how scientists plan to learn more about it WaPost
More on Black Holes
I checked a couple of times last night for possible aurora borealis activity, but no luck, & there was a light cloud covering too.
Worth Watching
Good morning, all. And thank you lysie for the lovely mufffin and coffee.
Molly, I tried the NRO site, and after a single paragraph it required registration with a note that I may qualify for education loans? Oh, well.
Am I alone in not caring how much $ Romney either made or paid in taxes? Good for him! Our local radio guy just said “over the past 2 years, Mitt Romney probably gave more money to charity than I will earn in my lifetime.”
Warm, sunny day ahead with a high temp @ 55. Our break between days of rain. Alas, rain is NOT white! Past few mornings have been foggy; yesterday was foggy AND icy, so late opening for government workers.
As of now I am planning to just boycott the SOTU tonight. Don’t need high blood pressure or nausea. Agree wtth lysie, it’s bad enough to have to read his ‘stuff.’
oh my…will check to see if I have a problem, too..
ED..the above link is for an NRO video with Peter Robinson and 2 constitutional scholars talking about 0Care. It’s part of a series: Uncommon Knowledge, and I had no problem watching it…is this the link you’re referring to?
I was able to watch the Uncommon Knowledge video.
The slopes keep getting slipperier and slipperier.
I’m not sure if I’ll be watching. I can’t stand hearing the lies. It’s bad enough reading about them.
Hey lysie….Ready for the SOTU??!! Gad, I can safely predict that it’ll be angering beyond belief.
John Hinderaker’s, Obama’s Government vs. Your Family, is an excellent article, Molly.
Obama believing and saying , “that government should not intrude on private family matters” makes me wonder what world he lives in because it sure isn’t mine.
Obama is so egotistical he would love to have an ism named after him.
How about we name a few isms just for him?
Me first…. uh-ism and I-ism.
LOL!
How about “I inherited-ism”?
Molly, our weekend went well with the exception of the SU basketball loss.
Thought I’d share with ATRW a friend’s post at Facebook last night:
At the Wizards game today .. coming to his seat, John King of CNN. He leaves the Wizards game as the fourth quarter starts, I said “John, don’t leave, we’re down, but we’re gonna win this by 20″… he says to me and Rahn Jackson, sitting behind me– “gotta go watch my Pats, and everytime I’m here they lose, heck that’s my life, if I’m in the building whoever is there loses” …. and Rahn says “Not Newt”!… John King shrugs and leaves the building…. classic moment.
Good one.
Ha, ha!
Bennett’s show featuring Etta James’s music
prairie Hope you’re ok
Busy a.m., but back this afternoon…lots of computer work to do.
Rain, and high winds here.
Your weekend all right lysie?
Just glanced at a story’s headlines: house to house search in Birmingham for victims of last night’s storms
Good a.m. to all….
>>continued fall-out from the S.C. primary shock-er-roo.
Might stir up Nancy Pelosi again with her super Newt secrets.
I hope the 49er loss to the Giants have Nancy in a funk! Ha! Close game. Far too close.
Molly, frightening prospect for folks along that AR/TN corridor. I wouldn’t be able to sleep all night. But I imagine the tornado signal system is pretty good in that area. Let’s pray if there any touchdowns, they’re far removed from anyone’s home.
Somehow, I just can’t get excited about the SOTU. We can only hope it’s his last.
Cain is giving the “Tea Party Rebuttal” speech.
I’m not excited about that either. Constitutionally, the POTUS need not put on this dog-and-pony campaign speech. But, since the SOTU is made in person to the Congress and it is required by the Constitution, the networks do NOT have to grant equal time.
FYI, the Constitution requires a report on the SOTU, but it doesn’t have to be a formal speech to the Congress. Previously, the presidents wrote it down and mailed it in.
Jemian, elect me POTUS and I’ll txt it in, how’s that ?
My fav part of the SOTU is always how Hurricane Jackson-Lee pushes for visibility, clinging to the aisle to greet POTUS, even W. It’s all about the camera!
Hey Jemian You ok after those storms?
I’m having trouble getting started on afternoon’s tasks…
Limbaugh’s theory: the base is using Gingrich to send message to the party’s establishment…
Some dangerous weather crossing Arkansas and moving into w. TN…hope all in the path of this storm are able to stay safe. Darkness and tornadoes make a bad combination
We have a weather alarm which blared for flooding last night….no tornadoes., yet
I was thinking about you when I heard about the nasty weather. Stay safe, Rav… also, my friends in Clarksville.