President Obama more than alluded to it in his eulogy to Senator McCain. He focused part of his Eulogy on it. I was very moved by it. Though I read the novel and saw the movie year... morePresident Obama more than alluded to it in his eulogy to Senator McCain. He focused part of his Eulogy on it. I was very moved by it. Though I read the novel and saw the movie years ago I appreciated what was said yesterday. A direct quote from the Hero, Robert Jordan, in" For Whom the Bell Tolls" by Ernest Hemingway."Today is only one day in all the days that will ever be. But what will happen in all the other days that ever come can depend on what you do today " Jordan also says"The world is a fine place and worth the fighting for and I hate very much to leave it".Senator McCain first read the novel when he was 12. I thought that was a rather impressive read for a 12-year-old.Former President Obama also said the followingIt doesn't matter what our blood line is, what we look like, our last names, where our parents/grandparents came from or how recently they arrived What unites us is the belief that all of us are created equal and endowed by our creator with certain inalienable rights among which are life... less
Did you have a favorite at Aretha's gig? What about at Senator McCain's? Whose speech moved you the most? Of course Meghan's was the most emotional, understandably so but the other... moreDid you have a favorite at Aretha's gig? What about at Senator McCain's? Whose speech moved you the most? Of course Meghan's was the most emotional, understandably so but the others said some mighty fine words about the Senator. Who among them said the finest?Same with Aretha. There were some performers (Ariana Grande for one) and some speakers. Did one appearance stand out for you?
"Whither thou goest I shall go. Whither thou lodgest I shall lodge. Thy people shall be my people and thy God my God"Said by Naomi to Ruth, her beloved mother-in-law in the Bible. ... more"Whither thou goest I shall go. Whither thou lodgest I shall lodge. Thy people shall be my people and thy God my God"Said by Naomi to Ruth, her beloved mother-in-law in the Bible. We find that (most of us) inspirational and admirable.When it is implied/stated by political supporters of a crooked corrupt treasonous politician? It is reprehensible/shameful.
His people are the MINORITY. They go wither he goest. They support whatever he doth do and doth say. They will never change. But they are not the true Americans. They are the trump... moreHis people are the MINORITY. They go wither he goest. They support whatever he doth do and doth say. They will never change. But they are not the true Americans. They are the trumpicans. He doth NOT speak for us or act with our approval. Please remember that.
Some folks carry on a life-long EXTREMELY intense relationship with words. Others are barely ships in the night. A brief glance and then they move on to other things and never once... moreSome folks carry on a life-long EXTREMELY intense relationship with words. Others are barely ships in the night. A brief glance and then they move on to other things and never once look back. Why the contempt disdain no use for words by some while others celebrate them daily?
Whether one takes the religious tack or the scientific tack isn't there a reason for everything? How can anything be without a reason for its being? Whatcha think?
Incredible. Not dictionary definition 1. Dictionary definition 2. 1. So extraordinary as to seem impossible2. Not credible. Hard to believe. Impossible.
If you ARE independent and self-sufficient why would you need a constant barrage of compliments from folks telling you how great you are, how grand you, how precious and genius and... moreIf you ARE independent and self-sufficient why would you need a constant barrage of compliments from folks telling you how great you are, how grand you, how precious and genius and priceless you are? It makes no sense at all. The two extremes in one human being? Something's gotta give, right? What?
You lived with not-so-hot and managed. Then you voted for BETTER and now you are miserable and much worse off. Not everyone of course. The special few that are BETTER OFF with the ... moreYou lived with not-so-hot and managed. Then you voted for BETTER and now you are miserable and much worse off. Not everyone of course. The special few that are BETTER OFF with the despot dictator support him. Some among the supporters may be worse off but they will never admit it. Either they are hopeless optimists or liars. Either way they are the happy ones. The rest are quite depressed. How long can that go on? Is there a shelf life, used by date, throw away by date? The milk smells and very bad and there are green wobbly things in it. Some drink it and think it tastes swell as he**. Other want to throw it out because it has GONE BAD. No accounting for taste is there? less
Does anyone know if there is any BIPARTISAN legislation on deck or at bat RIGHT NOW? Or did Ryan and McConnell slam that door shut, LOCK it when they took over and threw away... moreDoes anyone know if there is any BIPARTISAN legislation on deck or at bat RIGHT NOW? Or did Ryan and McConnell slam that door shut, LOCK it when they took over and threw away the key? Shoddy shameful insulting to those bodies that used to work and are sorely in need of repair. But no one cares. Well, maybe a few do.
What are some other expressions or adages based on time periods, and just to make it interesting, would you please include any of them that you know in other languages* too?... more What are some other expressions or adages based on time periods, and just to make it interesting, would you please include any of them that you know in other languages* too? Thanks!*If you don't mind, please provide the English translation of any foreign-language entries and their meanings. ~
Hello everyone,I'm new on here my name is Ivy but I go by Peaches.I really don't know what else to say I hope I get to meet new people!Sending lots of love,- Peaches
I woke up this morning freaking out. I dreamt we had a full blown riot and shoot out at the prison I work at. I had a tommy gun and a 9mm. I just remember being engaged in several ... moreI woke up this morning freaking out. I dreamt we had a full blown riot and shoot out at the prison I work at. I had a tommy gun and a 9mm. I just remember being engaged in several shootouts with inmates.
Another thing. They both designed their funerals. They had the time and were very specific about the music played, the attendees and the speakers. The last request was honored for ... moreAnother thing. They both designed their funerals. They had the time and were very specific about the music played, the attendees and the speakers. The last request was honored for Aretha in Detroit, Michigan(my hometown is Highland Park, Michigan, a Detroit suburb) on Friday, August 31, 2018. Today is the final ceremony for and celebration of John McCain. Saturday, September 1, 2018 in Washington, D.C.. May they RIP.
There is no spinning/denying/whitewashing/refuting the GREAT SNUB snd HUMILIATION of being banned from a funeral. Everyone says so. Everyone knows so. Everyone thinks so. How does ... moreThere is no spinning/denying/whitewashing/refuting the GREAT SNUB snd HUMILIATION of being banned from a funeral. Everyone says so. Everyone knows so. Everyone thinks so. How does the he who shall not be named punish all of us for our thoughts as well as those he can see attending a place he cannot go? He will get back at them. Some way or another. One day or another. Count on it.
COME TOGETHER to honor the voters who elected them to serve we the people. Why don't they do their jobs and earn their pay and get to work FOR us not against us?
