A Plague On Both Your Houses!

Trust...

Is Never Having to Enforce the Law;
Just Pass a New One
(and don't enforce that one either!)

Tony Snow says to the American People on behalf of the President "We heard you." Then he goes on to tell us "all that is going on with the bill". In effect he's saying, "Trust us. Look at all we're doing to put a really good smokescreen in place so it won't hurt so bad when we do what we want to do anyway."

Two things have to happen for me to even think about comtemplating if I might ever want to possibly accept this Administration's policy of instant Amnesty (I never will, but I might pretend to listen, just out of politeness)

From the President's June 8th radio address:

[W]e are now committing more resources than ever before to border security, doubling the number of Border Patrol agents, building hundreds of miles of fencing...

1) I don't care how many Border Patrol agents you put on the Border, they will be too afraid to do anything useful until they know they can do their job and be judged fairly. That WILL NOT happen until Agents Compean and Ramos are pardoned by President Bush.

He must do this because it is the right thing to do and he must work to restore faith among those of us who put our faith in him.

2) The asinine provision that probationary benefits are available within 24 hours of application must be taken out of the bill. This illustrates the unbelievable feeling of superiority that Members of Congress and the President are showing to their constituents. If that provision is in the bill, and stays in the bill, nothing else in the bill matters. Not. one. single. thing.

Amnesty Roundup

I have a few friends who don't keep up with politics like I do (not that I am in any way an expert) and have become very interested in the Crap-O-Rama that is the Amnesty for Aliens issue currently gripping our nation. So, on their behalf, I present a one-stop shopping list of websites, and blogs for the Amnesty virgin. Enjoy!

First and foremost go see Michelle Malkin's website. She is all over this! Not only does she know what she's talking about when it comes to the Amnesty issue, she is an insider who is privy to much that Joe America isn't aware of, and she not only alerts the public, but backs up her information by posting the documentation.

From her website you can fax your Senator and tell them what you think, or you can call the Amnesty hotline to get directly connected to your Senator's office.

Block out an hour or so and spend some time over there - she liveblogged the debates last week, and you can bet she'll liveblog the next round that we all expect to come around again this month.

Next, go on over to the Kausfiles. If you can't find it at Michelle's, Mickey will have it.

For the most comprehensive information on the problems caused by illegal aliens unlawfully residing in the U.S., go to Numbers USA. This site has loads of info from census figures to discussions on anchor babies and chain migration. (h/t again to Michelle. I found this site via her blog, and now go there every day!)

It also has a great roundup of the voting records of Congress. Lots and lots of information here!

Also, support this group. They are a group of Americans of Hispanic ancestry and they want the rest of America to know that the pro-illegal alien crowd does not speak for them. Support them any way you can!

Check out Rep. Tom Tancredo's (R-CO) site. He's an early opponent to Amnesty and has been fighting this issue for years. In case you weren't aware, he's running for President.

Lastly, see this page from Jeff Sessions (R-AL) website which details the 20 biggest loopholes in the Amnesty plan. (Since the plan is "not quite dead", it's important to know these loopholes and watch to see how many changes are made when it comes back to the Senate floor).

That should be plenty to get you Amnesty virgins started!

Sopranos - Much Ado About Nothing

Like most people last night, I thought my TV went out during the Sopranos. So today's backlash doesn't surprise me one bit. For me, the only highlight of last night was Phil Leotardo getting whacked and then run over. That and Agent Harris cheering about the hit.

I'm annoyed that there was no closure. I feel completely unsatisfied. What's going to happen to Silvio? What about AJ? He's done a 360 in about 4 weeks.

The boyfriend reminded me: When has a series finale ever lived up to the hype? True, but couldn't they have at least tried?

Sports Day

I'm gettin' my sports groove back, so here's a quick roundup of what went on this weekend - well, what I cared about following anyway.

Spurs win, but apparently, no one cares. Not even the Spurs fans.

(links via Deadspin)


Aggies are eliminated, but it was a surprise that they got this far in the first place this year.

The Yankees win one. Finally.

The Big Criminals Helping the Little Criminals

I've been watching the Amnesty debate on C-Span, and to be honest, it's mind-numbing. I've never really spent time watching Congressional debates, and I confess, I keep getting a bit flummoxed. We all know that politicians are highly skilled at double-speak, but I admit, I'm a bit impressed.

Not in a good way.

(O/T - why is Trent Lott ass-kissing the Chappaquiddick killer?)

I'm doing better by reading Michelle Malkin's liveblogging posts, with her commentary.

What I see on the whole, is that the members of Congress really are Corrupt Criminals (well maybe not Jeff Sessions).

To me, this is meeting of the Mafia bigwigs sitting around the table dividing up the territories to parcel out to their illegal alien underlings.

I'm truly disgusted.

A reply to Ted's comment...

Let me answer the second question first. There is conflict within Alex. (Short for Alexandra) I've decided it helps drive the story and makes infiltration easier to make Alex black. Because she's military and comes from an intact family w/ a military background, she is naturally of a conservative, patriotic bent. She will struggle with her "ethnic contemporaries". You know, the black conservative types that are seen as sellouts. Is she a sellout? Is she risking her life for a country that sees her as unequal?

She also struggles when she's undercover and away from home with pulling herself "out of submission" as it were and regaining her inner strength within herself. It's turning into a tug of war for her as she keeps her cover of a good Muslim woman, but tries to keep her sanity.

At this point I'm still working on her childhood. I want her to come from a stable, intact family, and one of the plot points I'm working on is where her intense drive to work in this manner for her country comes from. I wanted something in her childhood to trigger it. When I thought back to my childhood, I remembered writing letters to the hostages in Iran in grade school. After doing some research on the real hostages, I discovered that one of the hostages kept was a black military man. I may use this piece of non-fiction to structure Alex's parents. Having my father or a beloved uncle as one of those hostages would certainly give me a different outlook.

I should be embarrassed that something like this happens in my state.

Strangely, probably due to my Redneck gene, I'm not.

From Deadspin and You Been Blinded

I especially love this observation from Deadspin:

So much to work with here. First, the initial heckler was the guy's cousin. And then, when the guy starting firing buckshot, the player asked if anyone in the crowd had a gun ... and somebody did! Baseball's so much more fun in East Texas.

My Novel

I was asked what my novel was about. So without getting too much into it (I keep changing plot points anyway), it's essentially a contemporary intrigue/spy novel, a la Tom Clancy. The main character is a woman.

Basically she's a spy and following current events, instead of infiltrating the KGB like much of Clancy, she's infiltrating Muslim extremists by impersonating a devout Muslim woman.

She's turning into a very interesting character and I'm having fun devloping her history. One thing she will not have is superhuman strength - There won't be a lot of physical, ass-kicking combat on her part. I'm always annoyed by books and movies that give a 120lb woman the capability to immobilize a 200lb bad guy. She will be resorting to cleverness and feminine wiles. She will not be a tart. That's not to say there will be no physical fighting - she is an American-military trained operative.

There will be much Globe-trotting on her part, but so far the bulk of the story is set in Paris, with a bit in North Africa. I'm going back and forth on making this an actual CIA-sanctioned op, or Rogue Agent with a Score to Settle - I'll guess I'll just have to see what happens.

Someone fix the Hyperdrive on the Millineum Falcon...Quick!

Wow - It seems there may be a planet that could sustain life, just like Earth. (via Instapundit

Green Musings

I think the current Global Warming schtick is a crock of shit. The reason I think this is that I just don't believe that scientists, or humans for that matter have collected enough data through the ages to support the theory. We humans just have not been around long enough, nor have we had the technology long enough to know what's REALLY going on.

On top of that, I believe that we humans, or we-humans-who-believe-in-global-warming, are giving humankind WAY too much credit. To say that we're killing the planet and that we must save it, is extremely narcisscistic in my humble opinion. It may be true that we are contributing to climate change, but my bullshit detector tells me its not on the scale that the eco-nuts are telling us.

I believe that its all really a cycle. The Earth is organic, and like all organic things, it is born, or created, it grows, it matures, and it dies. I believe that no matter what mankind does to hurt the planet, or to try to save the planet - it won't matter. It's going to die someday. That being said:

I don't advocate doing all we can to try to ruin the planet, but let's use some common sense people! Most scientific advancements have improved the quality of life for humans; from the 2-ply TP to the MRI machine at the hospital. There are plenty of ways to minimize output - and they're cost saving.

In the spring and fall, open windows instead of running the a/c, or light a fire instead of running the heater. Use candles with hurricane glasses on the back porch instead of installing more light fixtures. Do what ALL our mom's did and reuse aluminum foil, etc. That's plain common sense, and each family can do what suits it best - many probably already do because there's an added bonus of saving money.

On the other hand, don't buy extra expensive light bulbs that do something good for the environment, just turn on the lights only when needed. Don't spend extra money on a lush lawn if you live where water is scarce - xeriscape. Use wash cloths and cloth napkins in place of paper towels and paper napkins. If none of these suit you, then don't. It's your choice.

But on no account should you deprive yourself of modern conveniences that have made the world better, like an SUV for the family vacation, and on no account should you walk around with a stinky butt. You go right on ahead and use as many squares of TP you need to get your rear end clean - and don't feel guilty about it.

Jumping on the Virginia Tech Bandwagon

Many times, when I'm reading blogs, I don't post because everyone else is already posting, and I usually echo the sentiments of the blogs I read. Hmmm. Maybe I should read more leftie blogs and fire off a response post. But I just have to post something about the VA Tech murders after reading post after post and comment after comment.

Here is the article that Glenn Reynolds wrote in the NY Daily News (linked to from Instapundit) and here is the WSJ commentary from David Kopel (also from Instapundit). And lastly, from La Shawn Barber is this commentary.

All state the fundamental truth that when you ban guns, only criminals and those with criminal intent will have them, since breaking the law is requisite to criminality.

As for myself, although I'm not a handgun owner, I am a rifle and shotgun owner. I have seriously thought about purchasing a handgun since I live alone and I also travel alone (by car). One reason I've never purchased a handgun and gotten the CCL to go with it, is because I've been told that it's illegal to carry a loaded pistol across state lines. And that it is also illegal to have a loaded pistol in your vehicle, even while driving inside my state. I honestly do not know if these statements are accurate.

I will be finding out, though, as I will be purchasing a handgun forthwith and obtaining a CCL. In addition, I will be consciously breaking each and every law I can when I come near a sign that says "gun-free zone". I'll still be packing. And I'll happily pay the fine or sit my butt in jail if I get caught. Not only that, I'll be driving across state lines with my new friend without a second thought.

Why bother having a weapon to defend yourself if you're not allowed anywhere with it?

I suppose it's my version of civil disobedience.

I just really don't care what Don Imus said. I've always thought he was an idiot anyway. It just goes to show that the old saying is true - it's better to keep your mouth shut and let people think you are a fool than to open it and prove them right.

To the Rutger's girls - I've seen nappy headed ho's - and y'all don't look like nappy headed ho's to me. Guess what? Don Imus is a has been (to me, he's a never-was). Just say to the media that he has the freedom to make himself look like a complete idiot and y'all can't be bothered with him. You girls know you're not nappy headed ho's - you're educated women and outstanding athletes. So don't let some aging 'tard bring you down. Rise above and tell the world that you forgive him, because in the end, you girls are ladies who know your own worth.

To Don Imus - You are out of touch with reality, and you've overstayed your welcome at the party. If you really are sorry for saying something that really made no sense anyway, and if you meant it when you apologized, then hopefully the hurt party will accept it. YOU ARE BEHOLDEN TO NO ONE ELSE. Meeting with Al Sharpton was stupid - he's not a spokesman for the majority of the Black community. He's not a good person. I think most Americans would have had more respect for you if you just apologized to those girls personally and then moved on and not caved into the tired path of apologize, meet with Designated Victim Spokesperson and then go to rehab. MSNBC has the right to fire you if they choose, just as you have the right to say what you want. It's what makes the world go round. You reap what you sow.

To the Designated Victim Spokespersons (Sharpton, Jackson, et al) - Please die a slow and painful death. You are a blight upon society.

This really pisses me off. I find myself more and more not being happy with Mexicans.

I know that all illegal aliens are not of Mexican descent. I also know that a lot of the American citizens in my neck of the woods who are of Mexican descent have been in this country longer than my ancestors. As a matter of fact, many in this area have ancestors that fought on the Texas side in the Texas War for Independence. Most of these folks are way more patriotic than your basic Democrat (yes, yes, I know I'm stereotyping, but I can do what I want on my blog)

I used to think it was kinda cool that we had a little Mexican subculture here. There is much to love about the culture. The food, the music, the slower way of life (my way of life - I love siesta time).

But as I become more and more aggravated with the pandering and catering to illegal aliens, I find myself taking it out on the Mexicans. I know this is not fair. But there it is. I'm not the only one, either. This little transference phenomenon is happening in a lot of places and to a lot of people that used to be like me.

It seems that the only thing that might stem this tide is for resident aliens, naturalized citizens and possibly Americans whose ancestors came from Mexico or other countries South of the Border to band together, like these folks, and stand up for the Rule of Law, which does not include amnesty and which does include enforcing the laws on the books!

Maybe I'm just insane...

it's a thought.

well i'm making it monthly

I've been writing a lot lately - just not here. I think it's because I don't keep a computer at home. I keep my computer at my office, and, while I'm in business for myself and can pretty much do as I please, I feel guilty trying to blog during working hours - so I don't do it. Plus, I've been writing a novel and I'm really pumped and have been writing non-stop the last three weeks when I'm home.

I write freehand because sitting in front of a computer gives me writer's block - I think it's mental. However - I really want to continue to try to blog - just - nothing interests me right now and I haven't found a narrow enough subject to focus this blog on.

Thank goodness no one really reads this - I can play around until I find the thing that I must write about...

When exactly did the Constitution and the Bill of Rights get hijacked? I've been reading the article regarding the CBS poll that most Americans want a universal healthcare system. How is this possible? While I don't put a lot faith in polls - I do know that there is always some truth to it.

We are in a nanny state already and universal health care is just one more step closer to socialism. Where have all the independent-minded Americans gone? The role of government in a society is to provide for the basic defense of it's citizens and then let the people do the rest.

Although people in this country today may disagree, health care is not a right, nor should it be provided by the federal government.

This country is going to Hell in a Handbasket.

If you can't beat 'em...

I've decided that since the illegals are here to stay and el governiemiento de los estados unidos will not make them va-moose, well I'll start assimilating. You can too - just click the link!

Your Mexican Name Is...

Doña Thalia

What's Your Mexican Name?

My new favorite blog

And the winner is...

The Assimilated Negro

I spent about two hours yesterday reading his site - and laughing my butt off. By and large the best two hours of workplace productivity enhancers* I've come across in, well, forever.

(used without permission from Dave)

My Reading List

I love to read. I'm mean I realllllly love it. Sometimes I'll skip a whole day of work just because I MUST finish a book. It is a problem. I wonder if it qualifies as an addiction. Hmmmm.

The list of signs and symptoms mentioned in various sources for Addiction includes the 12 symptoms listed below:

Uncontrolled cravings - check - I must have it!
Obsessive thought about the addiction - Check - I should be working - instead I'm obsessing about my books. A vicious cycle.
Energy focused on the addiction - Check - If only I could focus this much at work - I'd be rich!!
Absenteeism - Check - Thank God I'm self-employed!
School truancy - When I was in school... Most definately CHECK!
Nasal congestion - hmmm - not so much
Eye changes - Yessir - Got reading glasses last year - barely 30 years old. Check.
Glassy eyes - see above
Behavioral changes - Well, I get real grumpy when a book ends badly. Check.
Hyperactivity - not quite
Fatigue - and then some. I've been known to stay awake all night to read an entire Harry Potter book from start to finish. Sad. Check.
Over-spending money - I can't resist the Borders' sales - Buy two, get one free! What a bargain. At least $50.00 every time I go in there. Check.

So out of all these, only 2 symptons don't qualify. Yes, I'd say I have an addiction. Well, that kinda blows.

So here's a list of what I'm reading:

The Federalist Papers - I've made a commitment to balance my reading list with as many classics as possible. I don't know if this qualifies as a classic, but I was getting a little bored with classic fiction, so I thought that this would be a nice change. I intend on reading The Art of War next for my "classical education"

The Four Agreements - not too sure about this one. It's a little weird. I'm not really into self help books, but it was on the sale rack and apparently spent a bunch of time on the bestsellers list. It's a little funky. I keep putting it down with thoughts of "bite me". Not very helpful.

The Pale Horseman - If you don't read Bernard Cornwell then you are a moron. There, I said it.

I'm Having a Love Fest with this Kid!