Texsox

QUOTE (FlaSoxxJim @ Oct 15, 2008 -> 08:31 AM) Yep, she picked me up and then she did fireman's carry. Good thing you weren't wearing that Sox cap or you may still be laying there. Nice Rays cap you started wearing btw.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Oct 15, 2008 -> 10:34 AM) lol. The funny thing is I didn't even notice the site name. I got there through a couple of other clicks of stories that were interesting. I guess I am just well read. It is normal to experiment, and if you are intrigued by liberals, you may wish to vote Democratic once

I've only watched part of one Alabama game, but I'm a little surprised that Texas went all the way to #1. Probably the kiss of death this season for the Longhorns.

QUOTE (Brian @ Oct 14, 2008 -> 08:21 PM) But she's a MILF, dude! Yeah man! I'd like to propose a new category MDILF

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QUOTE (PlaySumFnJurny @ Oct 14, 2008 -> 09:08 PM) Yeah, thanks. I kinda knew that. What I didn't know is why you claimed this particular piece of info made a "huge difference" between the two offices in any respect, which is what I tried to ask. Personally, I could care less if any candidate cheated; not because I think "character" or even "morality" is unimportant, but because I don't know the specifics of their relationships and try to base my votes on their positions on other issues. I think this is a total non-issue; you seemed to term it "huge" (at least in relation to the president) and mentioned avoiding another Clinton, as if a candidate's past indiscretions meant we'd be in for more blue dresses, special prosecutors, and impeachments. I wasn't sure what you meant and was trying to understand. Still am. I believe Clinton was rendered almost useless during the Lewinski hearings and the final couple years of his Presidency. Any action he would take was judged based on "tail wagging the dog". I would prefer to not repeat the spectacle of a President explaining blow jobs in the Oval Office to Congress and the American people. Also, when the President takes the oath of office, I would like to think he actually understands what an oath is. Perhaps you are comfortable with him doing it with "his fingers crossed behind his back", but I am not. Your positions change easier than your character. What I termed huge was the difference between the Presidency and the Vice Presidency, not the acts in question.

QUOTE (FlaSoxxJim @ Oct 15, 2008 -> 06:40 AM) Damn, my marriage is actually just one long pity date. About your posting here . . .

http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/MatchoMatic...page?id=5542139

QUOTE (PlaySumFnJurny @ Oct 14, 2008 -> 01:07 PM) What might that be? Last I looked we are voting for President, the VP just kind of tags along. I wish we could vote for tat office separately.

QUOTE (mr_genius @ Oct 14, 2008 -> 12:54 PM) and miss out on the Obama giveaway bonanza? no way. lower taxes for everyone and everything is free, can't beat that! No, how about another round of economic stimulus checks? That's even better than cutting taxes.

QUOTE (Brian @ Oct 13, 2008 -> 07:33 PM) I have never been able to pick girls up in bars. Not my thing. I can pick girls up in other places, just not bars. those are called hookers

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Oct 13, 2008 -> 02:50 PM) Now we get to see the other side of the coin? http://www.postchronicle.com/news/original...212178557.shtml And there is a huge difference between THE candidate having these issues and the VP candidate. Do we really want another William Clinton in office?

QUOTE (rangercal @ Oct 14, 2008 -> 05:19 AM) If that's all accurate, I would have no problem with them retiring 77 even before 05. It is accurate up to the conclusion. The franchise would have survived, it just would not be the Chicago White Sox. And based on teams moving, even well established ones, retiring a number because it helped keep the team in a city, would seem really strange when they eventually move. It was the team that sealed my membership in the Sox fan club for life, but I'm just not into retiring the number. A monument would be better and it better include Nancy Faust who was as much a part of those memories as anyone. In a sense every time we sing, Na Na Hey Hey we are paying tribute to the summer of swat.

I can't believe Hef's big moments came in my lifetime. He seems like such a cliche of long long ago. Damn, I'm old.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Oct 13, 2008 -> 02:59 PM) I would love to see election day a holiday. The thing is I bet it would make a minimal difference in voter turnout in the long run. People who want to vote, will vote. Those who don't, won't. QUOTE (NorthSideSox72 @ Oct 13, 2008 -> 03:02 PM) Probably a small increase, but you're right, not a huge one. I think it has another benefit, though. It gets people thinking about it, and taking it more seriously in their lives. Organizations and communities can host discussions and panels where people talk it out, before going to the booth. I am going to be a cynic and propose it would lower voting as people use it as an excuse to go somewhere, do something. For example taking Friday off as well and adios out of town. Technology is making it easier and easier to vote. We already allow absentee paper ballots, I see a day with absentee computer ballots. There are many issues with voter intimidation and fraud to be worked out, but I believe they can.

In light of the economic crunch and the fact that many ordinary folk as well as millions of seniors will have lost much of their hard earned savings, I believe we should lobby for a relaxation of the passive income laws in order to allow all or some of these losses to be used against other income. Capital losses can be deducted at $3,000 per year and can only be deducted against Capital gains. Further, I don’t think this figure has been changed since the Internal Revenue code of 1986 was enacted. I am almost 50 years old and will never in my lifetime be able to deduct all of my losses at $3,000 per year. I also know many who will not ever be able to fully deduct their losses. I believe it is time to start lobbying Congress.

Went to see Nights, another chick flick. I had a great time. I must be in love.

QUOTE (YASNY @ Oct 12, 2008 -> 04:49 AM) No, it didn't do any good for these players to leave. No, it didn't do any harm as far as the playoffs go for these players to leave. Still, it was a piss poor choice. They f***ed up and there will be a price these guys have to pay. They can overcome it, but they flat out sent the wrong message. Great summary. I just hope the price they have to pay doesn't hurt the team's chances. In fact, I'm wondering how they pay a price that isn't at the team's expense. It would seem we would want the best players on the field and the players on the team would want the best chance to win. So how exactly does AJ and the rest of the team not forget those guys left keep the best team on the field support the guys playing to play their best make the three pay a price

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Oct 11, 2008 -> 06:45 PM) Or lying under oath... Which is something we all should agree is not what we want from any elected official again. That was wrong then and would continue to be wrong in the future. But we get what we accept. QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Oct 11, 2008 -> 06:47 PM) Out of curiosity, does anyone find it unethical when Obama uses his power to try to shutdown people he disagrees with? Because this is pretty much exactly what Palin did. Is anyone wanting to investigate Barack? I want to have him investigated, and McCain. In fact, that should be the minimum we do anytime someone runs for office. I wonder however, because of his lack of managerial experiences he just hasn't had the opportunity to do something like this. So in a sense Palin, because she has the most of any of the guys, is at a disadvantage when comparing records.,

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Oct 11, 2008 -> 06:49 PM) Unless you come up with an extra 20-25% of pay to compensate teachers for working year round, the NEA isn't going to allow this to happen, no matter what studies show. Summer school is already being taught and paid for, so the cost increase would not be the full amount. Plus it would not be year round, as I mentioned just four more weeks. It cuts the summer vacation from basically 12 weeks to eight for two of the three summer vacations a student receives. Teacher would receive 8 weeks off during the summer, a couple three weeks during the year (Christmas and Spring Break) So they would be working about a 40 week calendar. At least in Texas, 180 days of class is the minimum, this would bring it to 200. In overall terms, we would be looking at about a 10% or less increase. Depending on subjects, and thinking of things like the finance course, which many H.S. teachers may not be certified for anyways, it may not even need to be certified teachers. Perhaps internships from college Ed programs. I'm just kicking ideas around, there are other hurdles no doubt, but just mandating more and more required courses without any additional time, has issues as well.

QUOTE (danman31 @ Oct 11, 2008 -> 02:24 PM) Unless Mizzou wins by 3+ scores I don't see how Texas isn't No. 1. Even if that happens, it should be close. How far do you fall in the top five by winning is always the question.

QUOTE (Alpha Dog @ Oct 11, 2008 -> 01:54 PM) Today I was helping my wife out at an event for the plainfield Humane Society. It was an open house for a new strip mall, and the HSP had a table there with a few of the dogs, an available for adoption list, donation container, etc. It was fun, talking with people, showing off a cute dog to people (7 month old beagle available, if anyone is interested.) All in all a good morning and early afternoon. On the way home, however, my car got rearended by another driver. Everyone seemed fine, however after looking at the cars, I am supremely disappointed with Mitsubishi. My Galant has the back bumper barely hanging on, the trunk is bent 9 ways to sunday, the taillights smashed, and the rear quarter panels are dented where the bumper and trunk met them. Her car, a Prius, was barely scratched. A big dent in the middle of the front bumper, and some scratches, but not even an airbag deployment. Glad she has insurance, and not with some cheapo place like Eagle. If you walked away without any discomfort or injury be happy with your car. The goal of the car design is to protect the passengers and to that goal, it sacrifices itself and takes the impact.

Gotta love the Cotton Bowl. Texas moving up a couple notches in the polls for certain.

QUOTE (danman31 @ Oct 11, 2008 -> 11:20 AM) This Texas game is already high scoring. I didn't see that coming. I like OU to win by quite a lot. I should not be awake yet, stupid 11am start time. Hmm, I liked Texas. I know, what a surprise So far it has been a great game.

http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5i4OpiwX...lig0FgD93O3N3G0 I applaud McCain for his honesty. Too bad it doesn't work to get elected. I am starting to feel sorry for John.