Thanks, more than you will ever know, Fren.
I will likely cease to work as a math teacher, at least in a brick-and-mortar setting, due to the callous allegations of one confused student with an ax to grind. The past week and a half has been pure hell, and I am tired. I always said that when it was no longer fun, I would quit teaching. Now, as I stand to lose everything due to vindictive parents in a rural Tennessee community, I am seeking comfort in Christ and his teachings because frankly, when this hit, I was thinking about suicide. I can't believe my entire career, first as a decorated US Navy veteran and then now as a teacher for 27+ years, that it would come down to this. Can't really sleep, and when I do, I wake up and the sheets are soaked with sweat. I hope I live long enough to experience the power and beauty of a New Republic. I am suspended now, without pay, over a stupid allegation, and I feel like Job in the Old Testament. I am not asking for charity, just a bit of understanding. Life can be cruel in the most vicious of ways, but I know I can turn to this board for a sense of comfort, whatever little that may be. May God have mercy on my soul.
Every time I see stuff like this, I think of all the action movies where people burn through clips of ammo like there's no tomorrow. That is so lame. We have enough ammo at our house, from shotgun shells to handgun ammo, but for God's sake, if you are patient and judiciously pick your targets and time when you fire, you won't waste that much. Be patient. Keep your pantry stocked and your powder dry, and look forward to the day when we can claim a New Republic.
That's some good news. If it busts open, we have 746 ounces plus an antique silver set. I never thought about retiring from teaching, but if this hits, I would rather stay home, write books, and work around the property.
President Trump is nailing it as far as specifics for his economics plan, over on Truth Social. I noticed the specificity of his words. It's pretty refreshing: https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump
One-hit wonder by a group named Wild Cherry; has become a cult classic. I even have it in my disco collection, lol.
Highlight of the day right there 😉
Just click on the link and it should take you to the video. You'll probably get the song stuck in your head, though :)
Lots, and I mean LOTS, of chatter over on TS regarding this post. Even some of his "followers" are furious, calling him an 8-year-old, shit like that. Well, if I have learned anything since I started this journey a long time ago, it's that Trump doesn't say something without a plan. Reminds me of Fred Thompson in The Hunt for Red October: "Russians don't take a dump without a plan." Something's up. Don't know what it is, but there's a reason he made such a bold statement. There's gotta be something behind this.
Great job, Fester. They have some kick this week.
Been saying that for a while. Go check out the mainstream sites and I guarantee your blood will start to boil.
Coming from Stolen Valor Blumenthal, this is a bit of a surprise. I'm not going to hold my breath, though. Those who know, know.
You'd be surprised how far you can go with beans and rice, canned soup, and canned vegetables.
"Red October, Red October...Halt and stay where you are. Do not attempt to submerge or you will be fired upon."
Used to own big dogs, but my wife grew up with Chihuahuas so I finally took the plunge and got her one many years ago. Haven't looked back. They will completely change the way you feel about dogs. They have LDS - Little Dog Syndrome - and plenty of attitude, but the upside is their shits are like tootsie rolls and easy to clean up; they fit well on your lap and radiate enough heat to warm your bones; and they are very protective. It's a win-win-win. Couldn't imagine having it any other way :)
No shoelace is safe 🤣
Thanks for clarifying.
Congratulations! I bet if you kept on saying it the result would be fuck fuck fuck fuck....you get the picture. Same thing 😂
I watched it and almost instantly regretted doing that, when the wife and I could have easily continued our binge-watching of Suits. Man, that is turning out to be a really good series.
I leave my house with a S&W .40 cal and two Chihuahuas. Works for me.
The one on Blofeld's lap. Very astute observation, Fren 😉
Master stroke of genius. Absolutely master class right there.
Sorry, but enough time has passed and there shouldn't be any more "undecided" voters. That whole thing is a crock.
Call me crazy, but what caught me is how many times the moderators referred to the Donald as "President Trump." Am I missing something? That's the first thing I noticed when I started watching this shit show.
Northern lights versus Southern lights - love it. Also, you know what the difference between Northern girls and Southern girls is? Well, Northern girls say "you come back" and Southern girls say "y'all come back." 😂