Well, tonight is the end of the old and the beginning of the new year. I certainly hope that the new year is better than this last one has been.

Mamamontezz has to work, so there won't be any partying going on at the Citidal this year. I don't know if I'll even stay up to watch the Ball drop in Times Square.

To all of you brave few that continue to read my blatherings, I want to wish you all the happiest and most successful of New Years. May your hit counters overflow and your spammers catch a virus and crash. May all your endevours bring you happiness.

A Toast: To Health,Wealth, and Happiness! Pr0st!

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Here's what the Brady Campaign to End Gun Violence thinks of those of us who choose to avail ourselves of our 2nd Amendment right to keep and bear arms: we're "overexcited and underintelligent".

I have owned at least one firearm since the age of 15, at the present time, I have 3 handguns, 1 shotgun, and 5 rifles..in calibers ranging from .22 to .303; and in the 35 years of owning those weapons, not ONCE have I ever felt the urge to fire any of those weapons indiscriminatly into the air in celebration of any event, nor have I known ANY of my fellow gun owners of my aquaintence to so so (I assure you, IF any had, I would no longer be friends with them!)

Has it happened? Yes, I'm sure it has. There are always idiots who will do stupid things, but to use such a wide brush to paint all gun owners as capable of such idiocy is just plain stupid, and in contradiction of facts.

This is just another ploy directed at those that already belong to the GFW* crowd, to attempt to further the agenda of the Brady group to end private ownership of all weapons.

(*Gun Fearing Wienie)

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While all the Liberals are decrying that Bush is "undercutting" the UN relief efforts for the Tsunami victims (they ARE after all, attempting to determine a venue to discuss what should be done!); Those Eeeeevil American Corporations are stepping up to the plate and getting the job done faster than even our own government is, to the tune of over $75 Million in cash and drugs/supplies so far.

The next time you see some patchouli soaked,starbucks sipping,GFW, "compassionate" liberal spouting off on how Eeeeevil American corporations are, and how "stingy" Americans are, give them a good brain cleaning enema with their own Latte.

F. E. T. E.

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Yeah, Satan is the Prince of Darkness and all that, but sometimes he has the best advertising for his minions (his minions according to the Moonbatted Leftards in Kalifornia and Taxachuttes!)

Go check out the link in this posting from the Evil One and TELL me that it isn't the best marriage of Steppenwolf and awsome F-18 flight footage You've ever had the privilage to experience! Be sure to turn your speakers up to megablast!

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Blackfive has an inspiring story of a true American Hero, Major Tammy Duckworth. We often tend to forget that women are contributing in a larger part than ever before in combat type operations.

The thing that makes Maj. Duckworth a real hero in my eyes is her determination to reassume her duties in the military despite the extent of her injuries. I certainly wish her well in her quest. Maj. Duckworth is the embodiment of the best qualities of Military service, Pride, Honor, and Faithfulness.

Kudos to Blackfive on being named Best Military Blog in the 2004 Blog Awards!
He certainly earned it.

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Hmm...It seems that Satan himself has joined the Blogging community! Things must not be going well in Hell if He has to resort to Blog-snot as His host though, I would have thought with all the lawyers,politicians, and system programmers He has under His purview that He could have been His own hosting entity. You'd think that MT™ and Satan would be a natural fit. I AM sure that he uses MicroSoft™ as his operating system though.

At least He admits that He's responsible for the crap that is known as Rap. I KNEW it was Satanic! LOL

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Kim du Toit received an e-mail from a SSgt. who had attended the Rumsfeld town hall meeting with the troops.

The SSgt. was amazed at the difference between what he observed at the meeting and how the MSM reported the meeting. The MSM media would have you believe that soldiers were disgruntled and were wanting a chance to castigate the SecDef. The truth was, in the SSgts. own words:

"There are over 12,000 troops on our base. Only 2,000 or so had the opportunity to attend the gathering and I can tell you, those were hotly contested seats. Not as the media would have you believe, so we could voice our displeasure, but rather to have the opportunity to see and hear the man we admire."

He went on to further say:

"He was applauded, he was given a standing ovation and he was loved. He stood there like a professional, like a man, and he took the heat because that's what leaders do. And yet somehow, the American media turned that wonderful event into a "disgruntled troops meet with Secretary Rumsfeld" headline."

And here's the statment that made me the proudest of our troops:

"The morale is high, the equipment is good and improving daily. Disregard what you read and hear from the media, and trust in the American fighting men and women to do the right thing. We have excellent leadership and are doing what we signed up to do."

Sentiments like these expressed by our troops need to be disseminated far and wide by the blogging community; The MSM will never show this side of the conflict. If WE don't do it, it won't get done. It's far past time that we allow the MSM free hand in passing off their bias as fact without challenge.

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Well, the death toll stands at least at 40,000 people in the wake of the recent earthquake induced Tsunami in the Indian Ocean.

This is something that a human mind can not really comprehend, the number is just too large. The island of Sumatra, the size of California, was moved 100 feet to the southwest in the earthquake. Power such as capable of doing that is incomprehensible.

America was in the forefront of offering aid. The US Navy was utilyzing survelliance planes to try to help locate survivors even as the waters were just starting to recede. The US government has pledged $25M in initial emergency aid within hours of the event, and I'm sure that much more will be forthcoming in the near future.

How long will it be before the Leftards start saying "We aren't doing enough" or "It was Americas fault that this happened"?

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Gut Rumbles is three years old today. Go give Rob a hearty congratulations.

Rob doesn't nibble at life, he takes huge bites. Agree or disagree with him; he'll always make you think, and usually give you a hearty laugh to boot.

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The Left has made much of Rumsfeld's comment that "you go to war with the Army you have, not the Army you want". Given the level of funding the Left would WANT to give the Military, here's an example of the aircraft defensive systems they would allow:

(note: NO body armor!)

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As we continue the revelries of the the Christmas/New Year season, I think that it is important for everyone to take a step back and remember that we can all have fun without getting dangerous.

I've attached a rather graphic picture of an overdose victim, not for its shock value, but in the hope that everyone remains aware of his or her limits.

When you look at the picture below,

remember, that this did not have to happen.

Thanks Catfish!

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Here's another E-mail from Brandon.

The Story:

Claire Elizabeth Bailey was a friend of mine (a best friend's best friend) that was tragically lost in a car accident on April 18, 2003. She was on her way home from college, driving out to her parent's lake house, driving 35 in a 35, seat belt on, hydroplaned in the rain. She got hit by a Chevy Van on the passenger's side...she was doing everything right. Everything worked in her favor...yet still, the Lord called on her hand...and took her to her final resting place.

I was working really late one night and I sat down with a pen in my hand and saw a scratch piece of paper sitting in front of me. I don't know why but I was compelled to write down my feelings...I started and the whole thing just flowed from my brain to my fingers, from pen to paper. What was really weird is I hadn't written anything "poetic" since 7th grade...

The Poem:

CLAIRE

I sit here and think
As the rain hits the ground
My heart rests empty
Loneliness is around

The room echoes
With every word I whisper
There is no doubt in my mind
That I should be with her

She left quickly, quietly
Tiptoed through the night
Left it all behind
Vanished out of sight

The news ate at my heart
Like a plague-ridden rose
Tore through my soul
Worse than anything I've known

I'd like to ask why
But I know the answer
He called upon her hand
For he has his follower

What once was an angle on earth
Is now a star shining bright
She looks out over us
And protects with all her might

Darkness falls on this world of mine
Without her just the same
But knowing her light shines brightly above
Calms and soothes my pain

As I travel on my journey
I know we'll never part
She will be there by my side
Holding the key to my heart

Brandon

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I received an e-mail today from Cpl. Brandon Strassler USMC today. Brandon was a good friend of Cpl. Kyle Renahan's from Cherry Point. He had written a poem about how he felt about Kyles death, and Claire's death too. Here it is:

GROWTH

I'm learning to grow
I'm seeing the light
I realize what is happening
It's all about the fight

My emotions run deep
My soul cries out
I witness my purpose
I learn what life's all about

He whispers his words
He feeds my heart
I fuel my curiosity
I try to do my part

She shows me her love
She leads me her way
I tiptoe so softly
I catch up someday

His memory keeps me going
His memory soothes my pain
I smile at his picture
I know he didn't pass in vain

They both were called upon
They had completed their journey
I look back and see it now
I hope to learn from their maturity

I'm learning to grow
I'm feeling so safe
I FINALLY realize what is happening
It's all about the faith

Brandon
26 Dec 04

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Here is a poll that shows the attitude of the men and women on the "pointed end of the stick" in regards to Iraq.

These are the people who take the risks and see what is really happening on the ground in Iraq. I found it interesting to note that the support for the operations there was highest among those who had served there the longest.

It also shows that that the troops are under no illusions as to how long we may have to continue operations. I only pray that we don't have a repeat of the CIVILIAN anti-war crowd that we experienced in Viet Nam. It would be an immoral travesty to negate the sacrifices made by our troops in Iraq as we did in Viet Nam.

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Here's another column by David Horowitz which shows the immorality of the Left's position towards Iraq. He says it as only he can.

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The MSM has done everything in it's power to make Donald Rumsfeld out to be an overbearing, self-righteous ogre that cares little for the welfare of the troops under his purview. One father of a Marine captain killed in Iraq has a different view.

I think the reason for the villification of Rumsfeld is that he stands up to the press and answers their questions with cold logic and not a hand wringing angst of "what did we do?" Rumsfeld is a MAN in a mans position, and the press act like little children trying to play "gotcha" and playing as if the the cold hard facts of life in war don't apply to american soldiers. The questions SHOULD be tough about any military operations, but the focus shouldn't be about a personality, but about facts, results and consequences. Mr. Rumsfeld has shown himself to be able to handle his responsibilities like an adult, and it's irritating the childlike press.

The fact that Rumsfeld visits the wounded at Bethesda often and WITHOUT PRESS COVERAGE speaks volumes about the man in my mind. He could use these visits as photo-ops to ease the pressure against him, but he knows that only children and polititians think that way. He goes because it is the RIGHT thing for him to do. He takes his responsibilities personally and ackowledges the sacrifices made by the men and women who are affected by his decisions in a personal and heartfelt manner, not as a part of a political game.

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The Banty Rooster has a first hand account by an Army nurse anesthetist who witnessed an encounter between Donald Rumsfeld and a badly wounded soldier.

Read it. Bookmark it. And the next time someone disparages our SecDef, point the moonbat to this story and show him how a real man acts like.

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Another bit of humorous wisdom from Catfish:

An old Indian chief sat in his hut on the reservation, smoking a
ceremonial pipe and eyeing two U.S. government officials sent to interview
him.

"Chief Two Eagles" asked one official, "You have observed the white man
for 90 years. You've seen his wars and his material wealth. You've seen his
progress, and the damage he's done."

The chief nodded in agreement.

The official continued,"Considering all these events, in your opinion,
where did the white man go wrong?"

The chief stared at the government officials for over a minute and then
calmly replied, "When white man found the land, Indians were running it. No
taxes, no debt, plenty buffalo, plenty beaver, women did all the work,
medicine man free, Indian man spent all day hunting and fishing, all night
having sex."

Then the chief leaned back and smiled "Only white man dumb enough to think he could improve system like that."

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Tony Blankley has a great opinion piece about Donald Rumsfeld where he takes Rummy's detractors to the woodshed and delivers some well deserved Cluebat™ upside their mush filled heads.

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