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Re: What other ways are there to help panic attacks besides prescribed medication?

Pamela — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 11:01:59 -0000

I have read that panic attacks don't respond to therapy or cognitive behaviorism, because they originate in the amygdala and not the cerebral cortex. Therefore, you're limited to trying to shorten them as much as possible.

One way is to use up the adrenaline in your system by exercising until you feel calmer. Most people lie down, and this is counterproductive.

Another is by trying to meditate, but this works only if you are good enough at it to block out your physical symptoms. This is hard for most people.

Realizing that they are a 'false alarm' helps keep you mentally calm.
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Re: the symptoms of panic attacks are dizziness,hot flushes etc?

Pamela — Mon, 11 May 2009 23:41:59 -0000

I have suffered from panic attacks for over 8 years now. They can be provoked by circumstances/situations or just come on without warning or reason. I have not had hot flushes. I become very frantic...pounding heart, shaking hands, irrational thinking, sweaty palms, spontaneous hiccups, crying and/or agitation,rapid breathing ( which can lead to light headedness if I don't get my breathing stablized). They really happen. There is nothing imagined about it. It is frightening and difficult to take control of.
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Re: http://gitzengirl.blogspot.com/2009/02/speaking-of-haircuts.html

Pamela — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 08:41:00 -0000

Riley is just too cute!!! Good job on the haircut!

Recent blog post: I Love My Sissy....

Re: http://gitzengirl.blogspot.com/2009/02/hdg-being-reduced.html

Pamela — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 16:07:00 -0000

Who is your favorite artist...of any sort?

Your work is absolutely fabulous!!! 8-)

Recent blog post: Fat Tuesday and Lent

Re: http://gitzengirl.blogspot.com/2009/03/hdg-stepping-stones.html

Pamela — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 23:01:00 -0000

Right now, mine would have to be finances. My husband takes care of them but I know that we are so far behind on so many bills and he doesn't want full disclosure because he doesn't want me to worry - but I am, just a little!!!
We have two teens, the oldest a sr. in high school and I hurt to tell them that I can't make a decision to buy a yearbook or pay for a choir trip...it all needs to go through Dad who is so stressed that no one wants to talk with him.
The calls for work are beginning to come in so I am laying down this burden once more and thanking our precious Lord for provision!!!
Thank you, Gitz!

Recent blog post: Please continue to pray for Sean

Re: http://gitzengirl.blogspot.com/2009/05/hdg-habits-make-able.html

Pamela — Wed, 06 May 2009 18:53:00 -0000

Confident - NO! Expecting the best of God - YES! From me??? HUH????
My prayer the last few days has been that I want to consciously choose to obey God! Still not sure what that will look like, but I'm working on it!

Recent blog post: My Nephew

Re: HDG: Attitude of Joy

Pamela — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 19:03:03 -0000

Thank you so much for sharing such a sweet time in your life...that is what you shared! I cannot imagine the pain you were in...my daughters and I have asthma and that is hard enough sometimes...and it isn't even severe!
I love the "Choose Joy" canvas because it is a choice to praise, worship and enjoy each moment in life...even the hard ones!
Prayers for you!!!!

Re: Update: Baptist pastor Gilyard arrested for sex messages to teens - ExChristian.Net - News and Opinion

Pamela — Sat, 19 Jan 2008 11:24:00 -0000

"It is the fifth church position that Gilyard has been forced to resign from over charges of sexual misconduct."

Before I left the church I smugly thought that the protestant churches recognized and dealt with this kind of sick corruption, unlike the Catholic church.

The more I read about protestant congregations turning forgiving blind eyes to these perverts the sicker I become.

This guy is on his 5th church since these allegations started. Give me a break.

Re: http://prairie-mama.blogspot.com/2009/08/diaper-business.html

Pamela — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:02:37 -0000

Found you through Twitter. Very cute blog and kids!! I love logan and I have lots of friends and relative up there. Excited to stay posted on what you are all about.

Re: http://prairie-mama.blogspot.com/2009/09/last-year.html

Pamela — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:27:10 -0000

I love looking back on a year and seeing how life changes. Congrats!

Re: http://prairie-mama.blogspot.com/2009/10/its-time.html

Pamela — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 21:06:50 -0000

I love everything you just said. It was beautiful. Thank you.

Re: El SPAM de los computadores Ericsson

Pamela — Sat, 21 Jul 2007 17:27:00 -0000

Hola:

Recibi el e-mail de los computadores ericcson, pero me llamo la atencion que una profesional, lo haya enviado a mi correo, situación que estas cadenas engatusan a las personas. Hay que tomar conciencia sobre está situación. Desde ya felicito, a la persona que dio a conocer este blog, del cual permitio conocer que el e-mail de los computadores era un engaño.

Desde ya muchas gracias, por orientarme ...

Re: Anonymity and Accountability

Pamela — Thu, 12 Jan 2006 14:41:00 -0000

Agreed that UrbanBaby's registration model really fosters a dialogue that's incredibly rich. I've thought a lot about this, too. Though I don't know any of the other posters, and can't "get to know" anyone by their posting history, the anonymity (and people's resulting frankness) makes it astoundingly interesting and valuable.

Re: Wines From Spain - News from the past TODAY!

Pamela — Sun, 30 Sep 2007 17:43:18 -0000

Oh, I just howled and howled with laughter at "... makes for the announcement of “choosing a name” equivalent to me announcing that our new cat will be officially named Cat!"

So much so that I woke my cats up and scared the dog.

It's exactly the same down here in the Canary Islands. I probably have to read 100 such "news" stories about the naming of the association of something pathetically obvious or the proposed idea for maybe doing something, before I find one article that actually says something. Sigh ...

Re: Label Me This

Pamela — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 21:18:33 -0000

Well said! Found you via BlogHer, so glad I did.

Re: Texas Debate Open Thread

Pamela — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 21:57:00 -0000

Hillary was booed for saying Obama was "Change you can Xerox" in regards to the plagiarism claims her campaign started. Serves her right for going negative.

Re: Run, Condi, Run?

Pamela — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 13:56:00 -0000

Black people have different political views as evidenced by Rice and Obama. Having both in the political race can only be positive. It should (but probably won't, see below) change the discussion from race to issues and display the diversity that can be found on both sides of the aisle. I welcome her entering the race. I have not always agreed with her but I do respect her and her accomplishments.

But first the cable news anchors and pundits will fumble on how to spin this. I gave it 4 hours after the announcement of Rice as McCain's running before the first person says "Condi isn't considered Black by most Black voters so it will not help the Republican ticket" which will lead to discussions of what it means to be Black. I can't wait to hear the Fox, CNN, MSNBC opinion on that topic. Sigh...

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Tue, 06 May 2008 23:30:00 -0000

With about 180,000 voters in Lake County Obama needs 110,000. Gary will go for him, but there are still the outlying suburbs. This is such a nail-biter. Come on Lake County!!!

On another note, why can't Hilary ever congratulate Obama for his victories? It would make me like her a little if she acted just a wee bit humble.

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Tue, 06 May 2008 23:41:00 -0000

MSNBC just read the quote from the Gary major saying:

"Let me tell you, when all the votes are counted, when Gary comes in, I think you're looking at something for the world to see," Clay, an Obama supporter, said in a telephone interview from Obama's Gary headquarters. "I don't know what the numbers are yet, but Gary has absolutely produced in large numbers for Obama here."

Chuck Todd said "oh God' and Chris Matthew's couldn't contain his excitement. It's gonna be close but it is going to look suspect.

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Tue, 06 May 2008 23:48:00 -0000

rikyrah, I will be right there with you! And he comes on at 3 am here.

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Tue, 06 May 2008 23:57:00 -0000

With the exception of one Clinton supporter they are pretty pro-Obama. In fact you could hear laughing and moaning in the background as the Clintonite tried to make his points. But it's hard to listen to anything with John playing with that damn interactive map.

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Tue, 06 May 2008 23:59:00 -0000

texas girl, where did you read that?

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Wed, 07 May 2008 00:08:00 -0000

I will say the map is working a lot better tonight then in the past but it is still distracting. I watch and think "please let the link work" and then am happy for him when it does. I mainly watch MSNBC but I tune into CNN to see if the map fails.

Currently the Gary mayor is on CNN and they are suggesting conspiracy. But while they all talk the camera is on John playing with his map and looking at it with love.

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Wed, 07 May 2008 00:10:00 -0000

Seriously CNN is late night comedy gold with the John King cam right now.

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Wed, 07 May 2008 00:21:00 -0000

Now that I have heard Tim Russert say she is canceling her public appearances for tomorrow and Indiana is so close if not a loss for Hillary I would think she is considering backing out this week.

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Wed, 07 May 2008 00:25:00 -0000

diana, Hillary compared herself to Eight Belles this weekend. And Eight Belles put in a great run, came it second, fell hard and was put to sleep.

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Wed, 07 May 2008 00:27:00 -0000

of course she made the comparison before all that stuff happened.

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Wed, 07 May 2008 00:33:00 -0000

A B C
as easy as

1 2 3

get out the race

Hil-la-ry

A B C

1 2 3

That's how easy you got beat!

-not by the Jacksons but I think they would endorse it.

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Wed, 07 May 2008 00:36:00 -0000

I hope Nintendo comes out with a CNN/John King election map game for the WII

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Wed, 07 May 2008 00:45:00 -0000

nichelle, I thought Elvis came up with ABC! I know the song is by the Jacksons, I just to liberties with the original words.

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Wed, 07 May 2008 00:50:00 -0000

Okay Anderson Copper saying that they lost one of their panelists because they are gorging themselves on cornbread is kinda wrong.

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Wed, 07 May 2008 00:56:00 -0000

Mayor of Gary just said the 11,000 early votes have not been reported and he thinks they are going for Obama! That closes the gap to about 6000.

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Wed, 07 May 2008 01:01:00 -0000

John King finally leaves the map to loc up on the Gary mayor. Go back to your map, John.

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Wed, 07 May 2008 01:05:00 -0000

Oh God I just turned into Fox and Hannity and Rove are talking about Wright and Ayers. Give it up guys...let it go...

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Wed, 07 May 2008 01:10:00 -0000

Results in, Hillary won. DAMN!!!!

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Wed, 07 May 2008 01:14:00 -0000

n. mahana, I just tuned in to see what they were saying. The only time I watch Fox is for Shepard Smith because he is so anti-Fox. The rest of them make me cringe.

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Wed, 07 May 2008 01:20:00 -0000

andy, so true, I wonder if he has a 75 inch plasma in his home and brings up the map at night.

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Wed, 07 May 2008 01:31:00 -0000

Okay the MSNBC live jazz band may have surpassed The Map in random late night cable news comedy. Where did that come from?

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Wed, 07 May 2008 01:39:00 -0000

andy, yes the map works because I can admit I spend more time watching that stupid thing then listening to the pundents. But then I snap back to reality and switch back to MSNBC. It's a CNN conspiracy.

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Wed, 07 May 2008 01:42:00 -0000

And, rikyrah, Indiana is less than 9% black so there goes the race argument.

Re: Clinton Wins Indiana Via Rush Limbaugh’s ‘Operation Chaos’

Pamela — Wed, 07 May 2008 01:53:00 -0000

Texas girl, just wait until Joe shows up in his sweatshirt and starts insulting everyone within reach. That's when the fun starts. I wonder if Mika will actually hit him this morning. I hope they make him come in at 5:00 like they normally do after big election nights.

Re: Friday Open Thread…..yeah, it’s Friday

Pamela — Fri, 09 May 2008 12:08:00 -0000

This morning it hit me, and I have the widest smile on my face, there will be a black candidate for the general election of the President this year. I grew up in the 80's so I saw a lot of firsts in the areas of entertainment, media, business, sports and happily assumed that this country was moving toward the "American Dream" for all citizens. But, I am also a student of history and and in tune reality so part of me was skeptical that there would be a black candidate within the next few generations that I, not to mention people across all demographics, could and would support ( sorry Jessie, Al, Lenora, Carol and Alan, I just wasn't feelin' ya). I get chills thinking that this is happening just 40 or so years after my parents experienced segregation daily as an accepted practice. I wish my grandfather who raised his family in a small Southern town instilling in all his children that education is a requirement not an option and success will be achieved no matter the challenges could be alive today to see what is happening, today. He would be so proud. I an so proud. I am so happy.

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: What’s Up, People?

Pamela — Tue, 13 May 2008 18:05:00 -0000

Tubbs-Jones makes me upset. Every time she is on
I end up calling my sister and saying "is she kidding, is she delusional, what do the Clinton's have on her?" It's not so much that she supports Clinton, a lot of people do, so that's not the odd thing. It's the lengths she goes to spin situations that makes me so frustrated. She is so happy read the script hoping to move the goal post as if she never heard that Michigan and Florida were out of play, never considered the importance of the delegate count and happily downplays large diverse states that went for Obama because they did not vote for Clinton (well she actually says they aren't important in a general election unlike the pro-Hillary states). And okay I do have a problem with Tubby-J coming out talking about how important West Virginia is and how Hillary will take it right after Clinton's whole hard working white American and uneducated white Americans (I'm paraphrasing) comments were made. It didn't feel right. But to each there own. If she didn't seem like she were a Clinton puppet I would like her more, but I feel like I haven't heard any of her own true views, just Clinton sound-bites, throughout this election.

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: What’s Up, People?

Pamela — Tue, 13 May 2008 19:18:00 -0000

Just so you all know Terry "I'm Looking for a Book Deal" McAuliffe just said the Hillary will be giving one of the greatest speeches EVER tonight. MSNBC is having fun with that claim. "Better then I have a Dream? Better then stuff in the Bible? Better then Lincoln's 2nd Inaguaration speech? 2000 years, thats a lot of speeches."

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: What’s Up, People?

Pamela — Tue, 13 May 2008 19:35:00 -0000

Oh and since the polls have closed it's John King's Magic Map time! Tonight I may tune in to see if Obama won any district.

Re: Obama & Working Class White Voters: ‘Problem’ or not?

Pamela — Tue, 13 May 2008 20:22:00 -0000

Brace yourself for (per Terry McAuliffe) for the best speech EVER in the history of speeches.

Re: Obama & Working Class White Voters: ‘Problem’ or not?

Pamela — Tue, 13 May 2008 20:40:00 -0000

All I have to say is if the nomination comes down to or is turned by freaking West Virgina then we all have problems. No disrespect WV, but you know it is one of the poorest, if not the poorest, least educated, most homogenetic states in the country. I'd like to think this is not the state that represents the pulse of the US. But go on Hill, celebrate and claim tonight shifted the momentum and shows that this is an example of how "hard working", important Americans will vote.

But then again, I'm black, have a collage degree, eat arugula and live in California so what do I know?

I need a drink.

Re: Obama & Working Class White Voters: ‘Problem’ or not?

Pamela — Tue, 13 May 2008 21:26:00 -0000

I find it offensive that someone who (with their husband) has averaged about $20 mil per year for the past six years and has the potential to make even more starts her speech asking for money in on of the poorest states in the country to pay herself back $11 mil because she mismanaged her campaign budget. Yep she for you hard working white Americans. She's for you to pay her debts.

Re: Obama & Working Class White Voters: ‘Problem’ or not?

Pamela — Tue, 13 May 2008 22:30:00 -0000

"Damn people. Just because a white person didn't vote for Obama doesn't mean that they are racist...."

I agree, because a lot of black people who vote for Obama are not racist. However when a group of people say they will not vote for a candidate because he is black, muslim (which he is not) or a mixed breed then that is racist. And in reading a lot of news/blog responses that seems to be a big part of the argument.

Re: Obama & Working Class White Voters: ‘Problem’ or not?

Pamela — Tue, 13 May 2008 22:37:00 -0000

When group of people says they will not vote for a candidate because she is white and her opponent is black then is that racist?

Yes that is racist. But if a group of people say they don't like a candidate because of the way she ran his/her race and the race baiting she has enlisted in, then no it is not racist.

I have no disrespect for people who support Hillary because their belief she will do a better job.

I have no respect for anyone who says they will not vote for Obama or Hillary no matter how aligned their personal political views are solely because he is black or she is a woman.

Re: Obama & Working Class White Voters: ‘Problem’ or not?

Pamela — Tue, 13 May 2008 23:47:00 -0000

And in Clintonverse May 13th will be forever known as poor, uneducated, racist, conservative, old, white day!!!

PURCOW!!!

Re: Obama & Working Class White Voters: ‘Problem’ or not?

Pamela — Wed, 14 May 2008 00:26:00 -0000

MSNBC has the band back together (literally)! I'm loving the election night filler on CNN and MSNBC. Fox...not so much.

Re: Johnny "Come Lately" Edwards To Endorse Democratic Nominee

Pamela — Wed, 14 May 2008 18:59:00 -0000

I feel like this was a strategic decision by Obama to save Edward's endorsement (which we all know he was going to give based on interviews) until after WV where he knew he would lose. Hillary got the overnight and early news cycle to celebrate, but right at prime time the focus is shifted back to Obama. This, along with the other 4 Superdelegates from today will be the news of the evening.

Re: Johnny "Come Lately" Edwards To Endorse Democratic Nominee

Pamela — Wed, 14 May 2008 19:40:00 -0000

Did anyone else hear the recording of Hillary campaign volunteer who thought she was hung up on will trying solicite a donation from a West Virginian that was just played on Hardball? She (the volunteer) said "They probably thought it was a bill collector. I bet that's what it is. West Virginians are poor." Wow, Hill your campaign is really in tune with hard working white America.

Re: Johnny "Come Lately" Edwards To Endorse Democratic Nominee

Pamela — Wed, 14 May 2008 19:53:00 -0000

Oh the spin...IT HURTS!!!

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/05/14/eveningnews/main4097478.shtml

Some of my favorite delusional statements:

Clinton: I've received nearly 17 million, Sen. Obama's received nearly 17 million; I'm slightly ahead. Those 34 million people, they will end up voting for the Democrat because there is no reason why they should want to continue the failed policies of George Bush.

Couric: When you give those numbers you're including Florida and Michigan?

Clinton: Of course. Because those were legitimate certified elections that were legal and valid, and people actually exercised their right to vote. The only dispute is how do they get the delegates out of those votes?

Couric: And I've raised this with you before, Sen. Clinton, but Barack Obama's name wasn't even on the ballot in Michigan.

Clinton: Well, that was his choice. He didn't have to take his name off. There was no rule requiring that he took his name off. But he did run, along with his supporters, a very vigorous campaign to get people to vote uncommitted. So he had a presence there, even though his name wasn't on the ballot.

and

Couric: After your victory in Pennsylvania, you mentioned super delegates a minute ago, after your victory in Pennsylvania, Barack Obama won, so far, the commitment of 57 super delegates. You've netted 15. Aren't things trending his way in the super delegate department?

Clinton: Well, I think we both have been picking up super delegates. I think that will continue. But I go back …

Couric: But he's gotten 57, Senator, and you've gotten 15.

Clinton: Well, but I go back to the basic point. The game isn't over. The elections aren't over. No buzzer has sounded. We have to get to 2,210 delegates and then we'll have a nominee. And, until we get there, we're not likely to know who that nominee will be.

and my favorite:

Couric: Your campaign is … $20 million in debt. With five more contests to go where will you get the money?

Clinton: Oh, well, we're getting contributions as we speak. People have been incredibly generous. You know, I have raised more money than anyone ever running in a primary election, except for my opponent.

Re: Johnny "Come Lately" Edwards To Endorse Democratic Nominee

Pamela — Wed, 14 May 2008 23:19:00 -0000

Craig, isn't he from South Carolina? Either way I agree with you.

Re: Facebook and the Coming Revolution in the Middle East and Africa

Pamela — Thu, 15 May 2008 12:38:00 -0000

Jill, I had almost the same experience as a kid, I think it was 4th grade when I gave a report on Cleopatra being from Egypt and that Egypt is in Africa and therefore Cleopatra was of African decent like me. I got a "D" on the report because the teacher thought I was trying to imply that Cleopatra was black and that Egypt is not in Africa and Egyptians are not Africans. This was at a small private school that was 99% white. The teacher was surprisingly let go that year.

Re: Obama Reaches Majority of Pledged Delegates

Pamela — Tue, 20 May 2008 23:43:00 -0000

Yipeeeee!

That's all for now.

Re: Tuesday Results Open Thread

Pamela — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:37:00 -0000

The site above is concerned about sexism yet the main sponsor is "Bar-B-Cutie"?

Re: Tuesday Results Open Thread

Pamela — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:45:00 -0000

Has Cinton ever congratulated Obama on any of his victories?

Re: Tuesday Results Open Thread

Pamela — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:07:00 -0000

I'm loving Ron Reagan tonight. I also have to give props to the Hillary supporter because Dan is basically making fun of her and Hillary still being in the campaign and she is staying on message. That takes a lot of resolve. Maybe she can work for Obama now.

Re: Tuesday Results Open Thread

Pamela — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:09:00 -0000

On a shallow note I don't like Tanya's new weave.

Re: Tuesday Results Open Thread

Pamela — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:29:00 -0000

rikyrah,

Her old one was really bad as well. She needs to hook up with Michelle's stylist.

Re: Tuesday Results Open Thread

Pamela — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:58:00 -0000

Bernard. She always looks good,

Re: Shufflin On Hardball

Pamela — Wed, 21 May 2008 14:02:00 -0000

If the superdelegates do take this away from Obama there will be riots, but the riots would of young Americans of all races who would be upset that the enthusiasm and support they gave to a candidate, a candidate who won the pleaged delegates with the help of their vote, was denied a nomination by party insiders whose ideas and politics these young Americans were voting against.

Oh and there will be race riots because if you give the nomination to someone based on the fact they can win "hard working white Americans", people are going to get upset. I'm getting upset just thinking about it. I don't riot but in this case I'd bitch and complain loudly.

Re: Hillary Clinton LIES - SHE IS NOT AHEAD IN THE POPULAR VOTE

Pamela — Wed, 21 May 2008 21:07:00 -0000

I don't want to get al worked up again because it took me a while to calm down after I watched her speech but, rikyrah, your post expresses everything that I was thinking today and it makes me so mad thinking about it.

I know she looks like a fool. I know she is lying. I know she is desperate. I am afraid that other people don't see it and actually believe her shit. Otherwise intelligent people are appearing on show after show reciting the same soundbites as Clinton about popular vote, MI and FL and when anyone asks them a question they recite the script. A lot look a little dead inside like Clinton has something on them and they are forced to spew the bull (except for Tubbs-Jones she looks like she actually believes what she is saying and is happy to say it). If you say things over and over people are likely to believe it. My biggest fear is that they actually go into the May 31st meeting and they actually seat the damn delegates. I know Dean and Co. are smarter then that, or should be smarter then that but my God 10 more days of of people reciting the same speech and they might just give in. Hopefully I'm wrong.

Re: Hillary Clinton LIES - SHE IS NOT AHEAD IN THE POPULAR VOTE

Pamela — Wed, 21 May 2008 21:14:00 -0000

Keith Oberman is great:

As John Brown led the raid on Harpers Ferry... As Elizabeth Cady Stanton read the Declaration of Sentiments at Seneca Falls... As Martin Luther King led marchers to the County Courthouse in Selma... So, too... in our fifth story on the Countdown... did Hillary Rodham Clinton today rally to the cause of the 10,000 elderly residents of Century Village in Boca Raton, Florida. Hey! All that is Senator Clinton's analogy -- not mine.

Re: Hillary Clinton LIES - SHE IS NOT AHEAD IN THE POPULAR VOTE

Pamela — Wed, 21 May 2008 21:48:00 -0000

Does anyone watch The Office? Hillary's crusade for justice for the Florida vote reminds me of the episode where Michael starts the Foundation to Find a Cure for Rabies (bringing it back home for ya rikyrah). Basically he tries to raise money through a phone campaign and a "fun run". Except no one could understand why he was putting so much effort into finding a cure for something that kills "over one person a year". It's basically another example of how out of touch with reality he is. And that is how out of touch with reality Hillary is..

Chris Matthews compared Hillary's new found fight for the disinfranchised voters to that of a celebrity taking on a pet cuse (like rabies). He was interviewing the mayor of Tampa who basically said, sure it sucks that the votes won't count but we knew that going in so it's to late to make changes to the rules in this election cycle but we can fix it for next time. A Clinton talking head said blah, blah, blah, blah disinfranchisecakes and complained that Obama gave a speech in Florida and didn't even address how to seat the delegates of the and how disrespectful that was to the voters. To which the Mayor of Tampa said she was there with 20,000 people that were excited about Obama's vision for the future as he heads toward the general election. The people she saw people really weren't thinking about the past and weren't really worried about seating the delegates. Clinton talking head glared at the camera.

What I do find funny is that while Obama was speaking to 20,000 enthusiastic people in Tampa, Clinton was speaking to 10,000 in a retirement community in Boca, and if you saw the speech the guy on the back right is not long for the world.

Hillary really, has it come to this?

Re: Hillary Clinton LIES - SHE IS NOT AHEAD IN THE POPULAR VOTE

Pamela — Wed, 21 May 2008 22:17:00 -0000

texas girl in l.a.

I'll do a virtual shot with you.

Re: Hillary Clinton LIES - SHE IS NOT AHEAD IN THE POPULAR VOTE

Pamela — Wed, 21 May 2008 23:19:00 -0000

What's Right...

I'm sure it was made clear to anyone paying enough attention to politics prior to casting their vote for the democratic nominee that the vote wouldn't count in the primary. At the time I don't recall much complaining. Since elections rarely cover one issue there may have been other iniatives on the ballot that brought those 1.7 mil out to vote that day and in the process seeing an option of voting for the dem nominee they chose to fill in the blank with the name they knew. An equal or sizable amount of people may have stayed home because their only motivation to vote in the first place was the dem nomination. So now someone wants to change the rules to count people who voted knowing there vote wouldn't count toward the primary and, to barrow a word from Ms. Clinton, disinfranchise those who stayed home because they were told their vote wouldn't count? Sounds fishy to me. Sounds like Clinton may have planned this from the beginning. Maybe she was purposely trying to keep people from the polls and then later, if the results turned out in her favor fight to get the delegates seated.

Sound like a stupid theory? It's about as stupid a theory as Clinton and her supporters actually gave a crap about Florida until she was losing.

Re: Hillary Clinton LIES - SHE IS NOT AHEAD IN THE POPULAR VOTE

Pamela — Wed, 21 May 2008 23:34:00 -0000

And didn't Hillary give a speech after she "won" Michigan? I don't recall see said anything about the importance of seating the delegates at that time. No passioned plea to the DNC.

I will not vote for Hillary if she wins the nomination. She is a lying, manipulative psycho. I'm a registered Republican, if I wanted that I could stick to my own party. Anyway I am inspired by Obama and will cross party lines in this election only to vote for him.

Re: Hillary Clinton LIES - SHE IS NOT AHEAD IN THE POPULAR VOTE

Pamela — Thu, 22 May 2008 02:27:00 -0000

I can't wait to see Hillary on Oprah during her reconstruction tour after she publicly goes bat shit crazy over the next few weeks.

Re: Hillary, The Susan B. Anthony, John Brown And Fannie Lou Hamer Of The Florida Primary?

Pamela — Thu, 22 May 2008 13:30:00 -0000

Yep, it's official. Hillary is bat shit crazy.

Re: Obama Begins VP Search

Pamela — Thu, 22 May 2008 16:06:00 -0000

Hagel or McCaskill. My money is on Hagel

Re: Racist Rush Limbaugh Attacks Obama as Affirmative Action Candidate

Pamela — Thu, 22 May 2008 18:47:00 -0000

Rush is so irrelevant, I don't think he even takes him seriously. He says things that are "shocking" to keep target demo listeners (people he'd probably never associate with in real life) tuned in and get other people to tune in because they can't believe someone would spew such ignorance.

Rush's glory days are gone. Time to pack it in old boy.

Re: Friday Open Thread…..yeah, it’s Friday

Pamela — Fri, 23 May 2008 14:26:00 -0000

Something lighthearted for the Friday before a holiday. Not political, although Obama shows up at #8 and universal healthcare is #94.

http://stuffwhitepeoplelike.wordpress.com

And no I am not trying to be racist, sexist ect. by posting this. I just thought it was funny.

Re: Friday Open Thread…..yeah, it’s Friday

Pamela — Fri, 23 May 2008 17:19:00 -0000

I just watched Hardball's coverage of the "Kennedy Assassination" comment. What is wrong with this woman? Who says stuff like that?

Re: Clinton Staying in Race In Case Obama is Assassinated

Pamela — Fri, 23 May 2008 17:48:00 -0000

Hillary Clinton: "Why Would I Drop Out Before Barack Obama Is Assassinated?"

Posted May 23, 2008 | 04:38 PM (EST)

By David Rees

huffingtonpost.com

Anybody watch Step It Up And Dance last night? HOT STUFF!

Anyway gang, I just read something remarkable. "Remarkable" as in, "It is remarkable that my eyeballs are still in my head after reading that."

In an interview with the editorial board of the Sioux Falls Argus-Leader today, Hillary Clinton brought up Bobby Kennedy's June, 1968 assassination as an argument against her dropping out of the Democratic primary.

"My husband did not wrap up the nomination in 1992 until he won the California primary somewhere in the middle of June, right? We all remember Bobby Kennedy was assassinated in June in California. I don't understand it," she said, dismissing calls to drop out.

She has a point: June is a great month for political assassinations.

Why drop out of the race before all the assassins have had their say?

After all, we know Barack Obama has received multiple death threats -- because he is black, of course, and because some of our fellow citizens think he's a secret Muslim terrorist who is going to take the oath of office on the Koran and make us all pray to Mecca five times a day with that screechy music coming over the loudspeakers(?) and then he'll fly Air Force One into the White House(?).

And the truth is, Obama has consistently failed to win over those voters who want to see him murdered.

Re: Clinton Staying in Race In Case Obama is Assassinated

Pamela — Fri, 23 May 2008 18:58:00 -0000

She's getting lit up over at Daily Kos. Almost 1500 comments for her to get the hell out.

Over 3800 comments at HuffPo

Re: Clinton Staying in Race In Case Obama is Assassinated

Pamela — Fri, 23 May 2008 20:01:00 -0000

Kenya W. I wish I could take credit but that was the work of David Rees at Huffington Post.

Re: Clinton Staying in Race In Case Obama is Assassinated

Pamela — Fri, 23 May 2008 21:01:00 -0000

Did you all catch Keith Oberman's special comment about Hillary on Countdown? If not you should catch it on YouTube. He hit this one out of the park

Re: Clinton Staying in Race In Case Obama is Assassinated

Pamela — Fri, 23 May 2008 21:22:00 -0000

From Olbermann's Special Comments:

(full content here http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/24797758)

<... have forgiven you your insistence that there have been widespread calls for you to end your campaign, when such calls had been few.

We have forgiven you your misspeaking about Martin Luther King's relative importance to the Civil Rights movement.

We have forgiven you your misspeaking about your under-fire landing in Bosnia.

We have forgiven you insisting Michigan's vote wouldn't count and then claiming those who would not count it were Un-Democratic.

We have forgiven you pledging to not campaign in Florida and thus disenfranchise voters there, and then claim those who stuck to those rules were as wrong as those who defended slavery or denied women the vote.

We have forgiven you the photos of Osama Bin Laden in an anti-Obama ad...

We have forgiven you fawning over the fairness of Fox News while they were still calling you a murderer.

We have forgiven you accepting Richard Mellon Scaife's endorsement and then laughing as you described his "deathbed conversion."

We have forgiven you quoting the electoral predictions of Boss Karl Rove.

We have forgiven you the 3 a.m. Phone Call commercial.

We have forgiven you President Clinton's disparaging comparison of the Obama candidacy to Jesse Jackson's.

We have forgiven you Geraldine Ferraro's national radio interview suggesting Obama would not still be in the race had he been a white man.

We have forgiven you the dozen changing metrics and the endless self-contradictions of your insistence that your nomination is mathematically probable rather than a statistical impossibility.

We have forgiven you your declaration of some primary states as counting and some as not.

We have forgiven you exploiting Jeremiah Wright in front of the editorial board of the lunatic-fringe Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.

We have forgiven you exploiting William Ayers in front of the debate on ABC.

We have forgiven you for boasting of your "support among working, hard-working Americans, white Americans"...

We have even forgiven you repeatedly praising Senator McCain at Senator Obama's expense, and your own expense, and the Democratic ticket's expense.

But Senator, we cannot forgive you this.

... Because a senator - a politician - a person - who can let hang in mid-air the prospect that she might just be sticking around in part, just in case the other guy gets shot - has no business being, and no capacity to be, the President of the United States.

Re: Clinton Staying in Race In Case Obama is Assassinated

Pamela — Fri, 23 May 2008 22:25:00 -0000

Kevin Powell?

Re: Keith Olbermann’s Special Comment from Tonight

Pamela — Fri, 23 May 2008 23:47:00 -0000

I am at such a lose. This was such a stupid, stupid statement. But as Keith points out in his comments this isn't the first time she's done something stupid. It's a pattern. I don't think she can come back from this week. There is no way. This just gives people on the fence looking for an excuse to officially denounce a damn good reason.

As for the VP spot or whatever else she is holding out for...yeah right. I hope Obama says "I don't negotiate with terrorists". Because that is what she is acting like. She's terrorizing her party, terrorizing her opponent and hell terrorizing me because I listen to her shit.

Re: Keith Olbermann’s Special Comment from Tonight

Pamela — Fri, 23 May 2008 23:52:00 -0000

And, in today's internet age, knowing everything you say is going to be broadcast to the whole world within minutes it is completely irresponsible to suggest that one way she would win the nomination is if her opponent is assassinated. People are crazy. Maybe I've watch too much CSI but there are nuts out there that will see this as a message from her to take him out. I am sure this was not her intent (kind of), but my God, you just can't put that out there.

Re: Clinton Staying in Race In Case Obama is Assassinated

Pamela — Sat, 24 May 2008 00:41:00 -0000

Thanks kenya! I've been watching his career since the Real World and believe he has a great political future ahead. Hopefully he will explode these next three years so he is ready to take Clinton's seat. Worse case we get him in the House.

Re: Keith Olbermann’s Special Comment from Tonight

Pamela — Sat, 24 May 2008 02:01:00 -0000

Is anyone else wondering why her "apology" press conference was held inside a grocery store? That seems so...random.

Re: Saturday, It’s A Saturday Open Thread

Pamela — Sat, 24 May 2008 14:05:00 -0000

I doubt there will be "busloads" for Clinton. Sounds like the Clinton press people planted this to keep this issue in the news.

If I lived anywhere near D.C I would go, however I am on the other side of the US. I will be glued to my TV and commenting away to anyone who will listen/read.

Re: Keith Olbermann’s Special Comment from Tonight

Pamela — Sun, 25 May 2008 00:24:00 -0000

I was drifting around the web reading about this topic and it struck me as so odd that there are people who are actually saying that Obama is spinning the assassination comments and this is just another example of his dirty tactics. After laughing the first few times I noticed that a lot of people think he has actually come out and said something about the comment and is responsible for "twisting" her comments to sound negative. Obama himself has said nothing. His campaign released a two line statement saying her statements don't have anyplace in this contest. How is that twisting her comments?

Re: A Black CNN?

Pamela — Wed, 28 May 2008 15:25:00 -0000

I think it would be wonderful to have a network where black conservatives and liberals, republicans and democrats, domestic and international discussed the news of the day that affects us and to a greater extent the world given that we do make up a large block of the population.

Black people are not the same everywhere, we are rich, we are struggling, we come from nuclear families, we come from single part homes or grow through extended family environments. We are business people, athletes, entertainers, doctors, lawyers, farmers, shift workers, service professionals. To just focus on one point of view would be a disservice to our races and the others that tune in.

So while I respect the poster who wrote:

The right-wing conservatives have been trying to a least a decade to chip away at the black voting bloc to try and persuade some of us to vote Republican, even if it is against our own self-interest, by appealing to the selfishness of the me, me, me that is so prevalent in the Republican Party.

I think having a channel where black people on both sides discuss their positions will get us past accepting such absolutes for our race. I am not defined by Al Sharpton or Michael Steele but I think both arguments should be heard.

And if they could get Condi in a debate with Tubbs-Jones, I would love it.

Re: DNC Rules and Bylaws Committee Meeting Open Thread

Pamela — Sat, 31 May 2008 11:52:00 -0000

What the well was Athena Joyner babbling about? My dad called and asked if this is the best person Hillary could get to represent her. If so, it's really sad.

And Donna Brazil is fierce.

Re: DNC Rules and Bylaws Committee Meeting Open Thread

Pamela — Sat, 31 May 2008 12:12:00 -0000

Now what Hillary? Obama rep said seat the delegates for the best of the party and party unity (and because he knows he will still win the nomination). With the "disenfranchise" argument of the table what are you gonna bitch about now?

Obama is proving to be the bigger person in this.

Re: DNC Rules and Bylaws Committee Meeting Open Thread

Pamela — Sat, 31 May 2008 18:33:00 -0000

Okay, the woman with the short blood hair is really saddened because although she helped make these rules that were broken she doesn't think there should a penalty for breaking them because that's just no fair. The committee is hurting her feelers. STFU.

Re: DNC Rules and Bylaws Committee Meeting Open Thread

Pamela — Sat, 31 May 2008 18:40:00 -0000

Are grown people really hissing? This is embarrassing.

Re: DNC Rules and Bylaws Committee Meeting Open Thread

Pamela — Sat, 31 May 2008 18:44:00 -0000

There are some trifflin' people in the crowd.

Re: DNC Rules and Bylaws Committee Meeting Open Thread

Pamela — Sat, 31 May 2008 18:52:00 -0000

MAY means you have the choice to do something, SHALL means you are required to it or so my contract attorney tells me.

Re: DNC Rules and Bylaws Committee Meeting Open Thread

Pamela — Sat, 31 May 2008 18:55:00 -0000

Icky and Hllz are totally taking this to the Supreme Court

Re: DNC Rules and Bylaws Committee Meeting Open Thread

Pamela — Sat, 31 May 2008 19:11:00 -0000

I'm trying not to result to being shallow, but I can't stop myself....why are all the Clinton female supporters in the audience so unattractive?

Re: DNC Rules and Bylaws Committee Meeting Open Thread

Pamela — Sat, 31 May 2008 19:19:00 -0000

non delusional I am a Black Woman and I AM a Republican and I just don't get your hate for, well, everything

Re: DNC Rules and Bylaws Committee Meeting Open Thread

Pamela — Sat, 31 May 2008 19:22:00 -0000

OMG, someone else is touching John King's map on CNn. Nooooo!!! That's just not right.

Re: The Obamas Leave Trinity

Pamela — Sat, 31 May 2008 20:44:00 -0000

The only coverage this is on Fox and Sean Hannity is giving his commentary and I've gotta say he is such an ass. And Julie "I'd rather be in Playboy" Banderous is saying that it's "all coming apart for Obama now". Whatever. Major Garret just checked her though.

Re: The Obamas Leave Trinity

Pamela — Sat, 31 May 2008 21:15:00 -0000

Obama is running for the President of the whole United States not just the black interests of the United States though I think when he is in the position his policies will support the issues of the black community more then any other President before and way more then John McCain. He will make compromises and work with many different groups but this should not be a shock because he is running on a theme of change and inclusion. And his past work in Chicago with underprivileged people in Chicago should not be forgotten. It was not part of a grand plan to get him to this point and then disown everything he has stood for. He is not an Uncle Tom. He is not throwing anyone under the bus, and, specific to this thread, he is not disparaging TUCC who he praised during his press conference right now.

I

Re: The Obamas Leave Trinity

Pamela — Sat, 31 May 2008 21:45:00 -0000

Duh...people please stop with that. Black people have never had their interests represented yet when we ask...we are being selfish. People can speak on a blog if they want!! We dont all have to shut up and be muzzled.

Melissa-

Never told anyone not to speak, never tried to muzzle anyone. I was just expressing my opinion which as you point out in your post I have ever right to do.

Re: DNC Rules and Bylaws Committee Meeting Open Thread

Pamela — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 11:46:00 -0000

Teacher to answer your questions as to why I am a Republican....

Everyone assumes that because I am black I should be a Democrat. I never liked the idea that no one considered what issues actually affect me or which parties values may align better with my personal values. It's always you are black so you must be a Democrat.

But why?

I'm not a big fan of social programs. I believe that people can succeed by working hard, getting the best education possible and believing in themselves, and taking personal responsibilty for their actions.

I am conservative. I am Catholic. I have strong family values. I don't believe in divorce. I believe a child raised in a home with two parents is better then one. I don't believe in abortion (for myself, although I think a woman should be able to do what she wants with her body). I want lower taxes. I want less government intervention. I'm a military brat, have tremendous respect for our men and woman in uniform and think that this country should have big defense organization. However I think we should get the hell out of Iraq and knowing what I know now I don't think we should have ever gone in. But I admit in the beginning I was cheering the war. Yep, I feel stupid for that one.

The Republican party aligns with a lot of my interests and beliefs, although not all of them. And there are many extreme right-wing members of the party that I can't stand, Hannity comes to mind. But people really fit into more then two groups so you are going to run into extremists no matter what party you affliate with.

I have never seen the Democratic party, who has 90% support from our community, really worry about listening to what black people are really saying and really, why should they, they are going to get 90% of the vote no matter what.

Imagine the voting power if people actually thought about why they were Democrats and more found that they are more Independent then they originally thought or even more Conservative. If the Republican party thought they had a chance to win a significant part of the black community then voices would be heard. If the Democrats thought they would lose a significant part of the black community then voices would be heard.

And I always hear, Republicans don't like black people. I don't think Republicans are any more racists then Democrats, we can see that from this election. Hell, the Clinton's are the ones that are suppose to be down with us so imagine what everyone else is thinking. I'm not sure where that argument started but it's pointless. Some people are just idiots and they come in all shapes, sizes and affiliations..

At the end of the day I vote for the best candidate and right now I think that is Obama. I disagree with some of his policies and am dreading my taxes going up but the war is a big issue for me so I'll suck it up. I also think his ability to inspire people of all races young and old is what our country needs right now because it's been a rough couple of years. And on top of it all I do want to see a black President. And I think he is going to be great in the position.

Re: Sunday Open Thread

Pamela — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 13:20:00 -0000

Teacher, if you are reading through this open thread I wanted to let you know that I responded to your question about why I am a Republican in the the Rules and Bylaws open thread. I logged off before you asked the question and did not see t till this morning.

Re: Sunday Open Thread

Pamela — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 14:26:00 -0000

Texas girl, thank you.

Reposted per your suggestion:

Teacher to answer your questions as to why I am a Republican....

Everyone assumes that because I am black I should be a Democrat. I never liked the idea that no one considered what issues actually affect me or which parties values may align better with my personal values. It's always you are black so you must be a Democrat.

But why?

I'm not a big fan of social programs. I believe that people can succeed by working hard, getting the best education possible and believing in themselves, and taking personal responsibilty for their actions.

I am conservative. I am Catholic. I have strong family values. I don't believe in divorce. I believe a child raised in a home with two parents is better then one. I don't believe in abortion (for myself, although I think a woman should be able to do what she wants with her body). I want lower taxes. I want less government intervention. I'm a military brat, have tremendous respect for our men and woman in uniform and think that this country should have big defense organization. However I think we should get the hell out of Iraq and knowing what I know now I don't think we should have ever gone in. But I admit in the beginning I was cheering the war. Yep, I feel stupid for that one.

The Republican party aligns with a lot of my interests and beliefs, although not all of them. And there are many extreme right-wing members of the party that I can't stand, Hannity comes to mind. But people really fit into more then two groups so you are going to run into extremists no matter what party you affliate with.

I have never seen the Democratic party, who has 90% support from our community, really worry about listening to what black people are really saying and really, why should they, they are going to get 90% of the vote no matter what.

Imagine the voting power if people actually thought about why they were Democrats and more found that they are more Independent then they originally thought or even more Conservative. If the Republican party thought they had a chance to win a significant part of the black community then voices would be heard. If the Democrats thought they would lose a significant part of the black community then voices would be heard.

And I always hear, Republicans don't like black people. I don't think Republicans are any more racists then Democrats, we can see that from this election. Hell, the Clinton's are the ones that are suppose to be down with us so imagine what everyone else is thinking. I'm not sure where that argument started but it's pointless. Some people are just idiots and they come in all shapes, sizes and affiliations..

At the end of the day I vote for the best candidate and right now I think that is Obama. I disagree with some of his policies and am dreading my taxes going up but the war is a big issue for me so I'll suck it up. I also think his ability to inspire people of all races young and old is what our country needs right now because it's been a rough couple of years. And on top of it all I do want to see a black President. And I think he is going to be great in the position.

Re: Monday Open Thread - It’s a New Week!

Pamela — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 11:49:00 -0000

If you, the people who frequently comment on this board and those who don't could start a new political party from the ground up what would be your top issue or goal?

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: What’s Up, People?

Pamela — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 14:16:00 -0000

So Clinton campaign the AP story is wrong and she will not concede.

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: What’s Up, People?

Pamela — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 15:45:00 -0000

Per MSNBC, Hillary says she is open to being Vice President.

If this ticket gets elected I call September in Snipper Watch 2009.

I can say those sort of things cuz I'm not running for President.

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: What’s Up, People?

Pamela — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 16:11:00 -0000

bmp both Obama supporters and Hillary's will both have to go back on their words since both have such strong feelings against the others candidates so it's not just "kneegros falling in line" as you say.

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: What’s Up, People?

Pamela — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 17:11:00 -0000

bmp, I agree 100% on what you say in your last post. I didn't think that was your meaning of the first post that I responded to.

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: What’s Up, People?

Pamela — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 19:16:00 -0000

Tubby-Jones has gone into Hillary as VP now. Chris Matthews said is Hillary okay with taking a job that really doesn't have much too it except presiding over the Senate and she is saying that there is so much that needs to be done that it will take two people to run the country. Co-Presidents! Run Obama run.

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: What’s Up, People?

Pamela — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 19:36:00 -0000

val - I want to know where she found a shade of lipstick that perfectly matches her gums

Re: The Democratic Nominee for President of the United States of America

Pamela — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 03:10:00 -0000

Finally chiming in after spending the evening with my parents, sister, brother their spouses and children. two minutes in tears came from my eyes. I got chills. Nothing could wipe the smile off my dads face. My little nieces, 5 and 8, where so excited be cause they knew that something was going on and they were part of history. The 5 year old brought her Addy doll to watch with her because Addy was once a slave so she would want to see this.

This has been a truly wonderful night.

Re: Wednesday Open Thread - Holla at us!!

Pamela — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 06:09:00 -0000

Does Pat Buchanan every sleep? Yes I'm asking this still awake at 3:00 but I'm too pumped up to sleep and so interested in the first news of the morning about Obama. But I am no way fit to be on TV right now. Pat has been off and on MSNBC for 24 hours strait. He must be really riled up by this nomination. Oh well, nothing he can say will take away the fact that Obama is the first black man to be a major party nominee for the President of the United States of America.

Oh and Joe's back! I love Joe. I know I'm one of the few people that will ever admit that but what-evs.

Re: Wednesday Open Thread - Holla at us!!

Pamela — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 07:08:00 -0000

Oh My God!!! Bob Johnson is strongly urging the CBC to urge Obama to pick Hillary as his VP. What the hell is wrong with him? Why would Obama even listen to anything he says after his suggestions of Obama spending his time in Chicago on drugs instead of working with the community? And if the CBC takes this seriously then I am just so...ughhh.

I'm not saying all black people must be all about Obama but let's face it this is a historical moment. Why taint it, especially if you are a Democrat, by making it about Hillary first freaken thing in the morning?

Did Michelle reject Bob at some point?

Re: Wednesday Open Thread - Holla at us!!

Pamela — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 13:14:00 -0000

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said on Wednesday Barack Obama's emergence as the first black American to win a major party's presidential nomination was a landmark for equal rights after more than two centuries of struggle.

Rice is the top-ranking African American in the Bush administration and has often spoken about the struggles of fellow black citizens who were subjected to slavery or segregation for much of U.S. history.

She has been mentioned as a potential running-mate for Republican John McCain but has repeatedly said she is not interested.

Obama, a Democrat, is the first African American to be nominated by one of the major parties for the White House.

"It's a country that has overcome many, many, now years, decades of, actually a couple of centuries, of trying to make good on its principles," Rice said.

"And I think that what we're seeing is, an extraordinary expression of the fact that 'we the people,' is beginning to mean all of us,"

Re: Thursday Open Thread- Let it all hang out

Pamela — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 11:48:00 -0000

http://community.livejournal.com/ohnotheydidnt/... clip from CNN last night of Anderson Cooper and Donna Brazile. Anderson wants to be her "boo".

Re: Rep. James Clyburn Gets Nasty Racist Calls from Clinton Supporter

Pamela — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 21:08:00 -0000

For everyone who has commented on black people who are members of the anti-black hate filled Republican party I would like to point out that when the race issue comes to light the Democratic party, at least a portion, a very vocal portion still seem to carry on those Dixiecrat feelings.

Things are tough all over. Or as I have said, idiots are everywhere, so these preconceived of one party being more accepting then the other is really silly. But I guess with the Dem's it's the devil you know, or at least thought you did.

As for the people have suggested an independent alliance for black people who want more of a voice, I'm there. I think there are a lot of issues we agree once the issues are discussed especially if we leave the stigma of existing party affiliation behind.

Re: Spike Lee Gets Uppity!

Pamela — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 00:01:00 -0000

Spike Lee has made great, groundbreaking films. He can also be a whinny prima-donna. Sure there were african americans in Iwo Jima but the movie is about the men who rose the flag. Spike should make a movie about the blacks who served vs. criticizing another great filmmakers work. Not everything is about black people and although it would be nice, not everyone is concerned about making the black population or any other group happy when they are putting forth there work.

And Courtney Hazlett said something offensive probably without realizing it but she is not stupid. She's a Columbia grad whose worked in journalism for a while. Unfortunetly most of her work has been for tabloids so she tends to add the drama in her reports.

Re: Hillary " Deranged Narcissist" Clinton Concession Speech Open Thread

Pamela — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 14:41:00 -0000

Hillary did a good job with her speech. Now I think she needs to go on vacation for about month and let the focus be on Obama. Then she can come back and work to get her diehard supporters to back him.

Re: Sunday Open Thread

Pamela — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 17:44:00 -0000

Interesting article...

http://www.nationalblackrepublicans.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=pages.DYK-Why%20MLK%20was%20a%20Republican

I'd be interested in hearing people discredit the information. I like to hear/read all perspectives.

Re: Sunday Open Thread

Pamela — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 18:42:00 -0000

rikyrah - truth be told I don't think MLK or Malcolm belonged to either party, though I do agree Malcolm's message that blacks should rely on their own economic capacity for self-advancement, not on government aligns with the Republican party. Malcolm thought it was essential for blanks to have the freedom to pursue their dreams and talents however they chose and believed it was only available through economic independence, not dependence. He also criticized the irrational tossing of the black vote to the Democratic Party without any benefits in return.

I linked the article because I love and respect the varied thought on this site. And I think as a political site reading different perspectives of history and discussing them is interesting and, for me educational.

Re: Pat Buchanan Award

Pamela — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 16:55:00 -0000

Siigghhhh

Re: Tim Wise Stirring the Pot

Pamela — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 15:56:00 -0000

Oh, snap!

Re: Flava Flav Award

Pamela — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 17:17:00 -0000

This is sad and stupid. I can't believe she thought this was a good idea. Murder is not funny, it's not hard, she's not down. This is gross.

Re: Wednesday Open Thread - Holla at us!!

Pamela — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 13:40:00 -0000

Report: Actress Johannson, Obama in Regular Correspondence

I imagine most of her messages say UR TEH AWESOME!!!1!! UR GR8!!1!!! You PWNED Hillz!!1!!!1

This was probably posted yesterday but because ED Hill bugs the crap out of me more than any other woman I have ever seen (including Hillary and Tubby-Jones) I am posting again. Finally Fox gets something right.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2008/06/10/fox-news-changes-terroris_n_106306.html

Re: Wednesday Open Thread - Holla at us!!

Pamela — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 14:00:00 -0000

Funny Morning Joe video about the terrorist fist jab.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22425001/vp/25076322#25076322

Re: Wednesday Open Thread - Holla at us!!

Pamela — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 23:11:00 -0000

scruncher, not to defend Fox news but didn't she call Obama her baby's daddy when introducing him?

Re: Obama’s "Baby Mama"

Pamela — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 12:08:00 -0000

I found Michelle Mallkin's response on http://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2008/06/12... did not write the caption and I was not aware of it when it ran (the Baltimore studio doesn’t have a monitor). I don’t know if the caption writer was making a lame attempt to be hip, clueless about the original etymology of the phrase, or both. But I do know that it was Michelle Obama herself who referred to Barack as her “baby’s daddy” and has used the phrase “baby daddy” to describe Barack while on the stump this year.

Here’s how she introduced him during his Senate victory speech on Nov. 2, 2004:

MICHELLE OBAMA, WIFE OF BARACK OBAMA: My baby’s daddy Barack Obama. Yeah!

And as someone posted upthread it's Babies' Daddy not Baby's Daddy

Re: Obama’s "Baby Mama"

Pamela — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 20:16:00 -0000

From BestWeekEver.tv

Fox News Finally Goes, “You Guys - We Just Don’t Give A F*ck”

By Alex Blagg

Congratulations to Fox News Channel’s graphics department for somehow managing to outdo your already sterling reputation for classy truth-telling by choosing to refer to Michelle Obama, the wife of the Democratic presidential candidate and an accomplished individual in her own right, as “Obama’s Baby Mama”. The hollow, dead eyes and deluded evil rantings of your talking head vampires clearly weren’t enough to sufficiently convey their hateful and bigoted message, so it’s awesome that you guys were right there to back them up with some casual racism and misogyny there at the bottom of the screen. Your utter lack of concern for your own respectability is inspiring. High five, guys.

Re: Friday Open Thread…..yeah, it’s Friday

Pamela — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 10:26:00 -0000

McCain (and Cindy) On Drugs

By Stanton Peele on June 13, 2008 in Addiction in Society

Much has been made of allegations of youthful use of illegal drugs by Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama. Meanwhile, his GOP opponent, Arizona Sen. John McCain, has admitted that his wife not only illegally used drugs but walked away from criminal charges. The McCains have worked to make Cindy McCain's addiction into a political asset-despite the fact that she stole the drugs from a charity she directed and used them while mothering four young children.

In 1994, Mrs. McCain admitted that she had solicited prescriptions for painkillers from physicians who worked for an international charity that she founded, the American Voluntary Medical Team. She then filled the prescriptions in the names of her staff.

There are two ways to react to this behavior. According to the Betty Ford model, people can sympathetically respond to the oppressed and ignored wife of a busy politician who has bravely come forward to admit her overpowering addiction. Mrs. McCain took this posture when she first tearfully confessed her addiction. She and her husband repeated this performance in October, 2000, on the NBC program "Dateline."

The other possible public reaction is one of anger. Americans are prosecuted every day for such drug use. While most drug abusers purchase their drugs from street dealers, Mrs. McCain used her status as a charity director and senator's wife to cajole the drugs she wanted.

In fact, Mrs. McCain was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration after the agency was approached by a former staff member of her charity. The investigation resulted in no charges or prison time for her, and she entered a diversion program. While these records were not made public at the time, Mrs. McCain eventually confessed her drug use when she learned that a reporter was investigating the story.

Is Mrs. McCain to be judged as a pitiable victim or as a criminal felon? This debate is at the heart of the discussion of American drug policy. Should we deal with illicit drug users as victims or as criminals?

Let's examine Mrs. McCain's position in these terms. She is the privileged daughter of a wealthy family and spouse of an important politician, a person who had her own position of prestige and power. Should she not be held at least as accountable for her actions as an uneducated inner-city drug user? After all, she could enter drug treatment at any time she chose, unlike many drug users who find themselves in prison.

Moreover, Mrs. McCain was violating a position of trust by stealing from a charitable organization, using its money and medical expertise to fuel her drug use. Is this not morally more reprehensible than simply purchasing drugs illegally?

Finally, Mrs. McCain was the mother of four children at the time she admits to using drugs-between 1989 and 1992. Her children were born in 1984, 1986, 1988 and 1991. In other words, Cindy McCain was using drugs while raising small children, one of whom she adopted while she was an addict. In most states, family services will remove children from a woman who is known to be an active drug addict, and she would certainly not be allowed to adopt a child while addicted.

John McCain is a hawk in the drug war. He advocates stricter drug laws, penalties and enforcement against drug sellers. He has had nothing to say about redressing our punitive approach toward drug users. Of course, McCain also supports family values. Yet if John and Cindy McCain were not well-off and influential, they might not have a family at all. McCain's lack of concern for street drug users contrasts sharply with the support and understanding his wife received. It's the old American double standard. For "straight-shooter" McCain, charity begins at home-and ends there.

Re: Tim Russert Dead At 58

Pamela — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 15:57:00 -0000

I just heard I'm devastated. He was a great man.

Re: Black Conservatives Consider Voting For Obama Because He’s Black?

Pamela — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 12:47:00 -0000

Wow you guys really hate black conservatives. No matter how many conversations have occurred about issues, no matter how many times people on different sides off the fence have come together and agreed on several topics on this forum and no matter how many time the negative affect of stereotypes have been commented on, it still comes down to snide, negative comments about black conservatives.

Re: Black Conservatives Consider Voting For Obama Because He’s Black?

Pamela — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 20:07:00 -0000

rhondacoca

I was referring to your comments, as well as those by plantsmantx and rikyrah, all people that I tend to agree with or respect the opinions of on most occasions. I am a "black conservative" or at least I am black and conservative but I do know my history, don't look down on people and have never described black democrats as being kept on the plantation by democrats. I have suggested that if some black democrats actually ask themselves what issues are important to them as opposed to belonging to a party by default they may be independents or republicans. Not the same as comparing their political decisions as being kept on the plantation.

I have never considered myself as "the only successful Black folk" while "the rest of us are just dumb, ignorant hicks." That's stupid. Just because my opinion is different doesn't mean it is better or worse. It is just different.

First and foremost I am a proud black woman and I am happy to be a black woman. In fact growing up going to private schools, wearing uniforms I was so happy that I actually looked different and had a strong history that I could be proud of. I kinda felt sorry for my white friends who didn't really have anything interesting about them, at least that they knew. And it wasn't all sunshine and puppies, people are mean and cruel and close minded but that was there issue not mine. I always had family and friends that outweighed the negative.

So I guess my point is it is possible to be black, love being black and love my brothers and sisters without having to subscribe to the same political ideology. So it bugs me when other black people make generalizations that because I am conservative I am out of touch, a snob or removed from the community.

Re: Black Conservatives Consider Voting For Obama Because He’s Black?

Pamela — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 22:20:00 -0000

I want to add, after re-reading some of the comments that there are as many calls for blacks to leave the democratic party as there are to leave the republican party. The underling difference, I see, is no one is ever called out as being "anti-black" or "elitist" if they are democrats while it seems, based on the comments here, that black conservatives are both. I expect generalizations from other races (generally old white people) but it is so much more demeaning when it comes from other black people.

Re: What Do You Want To See At JJP?

Pamela — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 23:53:00 -0000

I would like to see PMs, a lot of responses get lost when they are responded to on "stale" threads which happens about every 8 hours. Also chat is a good idea. And while I want you to have growth and a wider audience for the site the thing that I love about JJP is the smallish group of commentators I have come to know.

Re: Black Conservatives Consider Voting For Obama Because He’s Black?

Pamela — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:45:00 -0000

Oh and rhonda I tried with all my might to resist commenting on this but I can't help myself...

Black Conservatives are a flimsy group of people and I have always known that. I won't bother to get into that. I was once one myself. I did a 360 these last four years.

So do you mean you started out anti-conservative or were you a conservative and ended up in the same place? Because I would think you actually did a 90 or a 270.

You know I love you, xoxo.

Re: Hell…to the Naw!

Pamela — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 06:38:00 -0000

I have never seen Chuck Todd interview anyone but I think someone like him who has seemed more about interpreting numbers or facts vs. having established their clear bias to the world already should take the position. I also like him because Tim picked him as his successor (although he thought he would be around to 2012).

Joe, Andrea, Copper, Blitzer, King, Brown and anyone from Fox (except for Shep) are too polarizing.

If I had too put money on it my guess is David Gregory or Nora O'Donell, two people who have never been broadcast to have a strong favoritism for either side.

Re: Hell…to the Naw!

Pamela — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 07:39:00 -0000

David Gregory is a bit awkward but I feel like NBC loves him. I'm not sure how much love they have for Shuster. I also think since Shuster is not a stand out, tier 1 member of the team there would be a lot of internal backlash at the decision. I think they would pick Mka, Lord help us, before Shuster. Mike Barnicle would get the job before Shuster and he hates Washington.

Re: Hell…to the Naw!

Pamela — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 07:44:00 -0000

NBCs smartest choice, in my opinion, would be to have Brokaw as the host through the election while they evaluate who the true standouts are this political season. Maybe if people knew they were going through an unofficial 6 month interview they would step up their game.

Re: Hell…to the Naw!

Pamela — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 08:33:00 -0000

I've looked at other sites ad Gwen Ifill seems to be the overwhelming choice.

Re: Barack Obama’s Speech on Father’s Day

Pamela — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 14:23:00 -0000

no alarm being sounded by our community, these teenaged girls are more than often pointing to GROWN MEN. Grown men who have preyed upon these young girls. What would make these GIRLS think that it's ok to be with these GROWN MEN? The hunger inside of them that they're trying to fill due to a MISSING FATHER.

This made me think are black men convicted of being pediphiles at the same rate as white men? My image of a pediphile is a middle age to old creepy white guy. I wonder if black men who prey on young black females are largely ignored as if the girl was asking for it anyway.

The R.Kelly verdict makes me ill and I will never by one of his albums or play one of his songs again.

Re: Barack Obama’s Speech on Father’s Day

Pamela — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 14:46:00 -0000

I'm confused, but then again I am a black conservative so I am a bit slow (I'm kidding, about the slow part). Obama speaks to a predominately black church on fathers day about an issue that does affect a lot of black people and it is wrong? It may be uncomfortable to hear but I don't think he said anything in his speech that wasn't true.

As far as airing dirty laundry, the issues of our community aren't these dirty little secrets. If anything they are blown out of proportion by people outside of the community and if the misconseptions are ever going to be corrected they need to be discussed openly.

I don't think it was Obama's intent to call the black community out. He was just giving what he felt was an honest speech for the audience, the day and his experience.

Re: Barack Obama’s Speech on Father’s Day

Pamela — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 14:52:00 -0000

It doesn't feel right for a prospective President to single out any one community for this kind of "personal" treatment.

Or maybe we have never had a prospective President that cares enough to say anything.

Re: Barack Obama’s Speech on Father’s Day

Pamela — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 15:10:00 -0000

BMP, I suppose I have my rose colored glasses on or maybe I am way too optimistic but I don't believe Obama is selling out blacks to pander to whites. But I can see how from a cynical perspective it may look that way.

Re: Barack Obama’s Speech on Father’s Day

Pamela — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 15:24:00 -0000

BMP,

Obama is not the first nor only to pander to white America on the backs of blacks.

No you didn't use the word sell out but I would think pandering to white America on the backs of blacks is a close statement.

Re: Barack Obama’s Speech on Father’s Day

Pamela — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 15:29:00 -0000

Oh ad by the way sorry for addressing you as BMP as opposed to BPM

Re: Barack Obama’s Speech on Father’s Day

Pamela — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 15:36:00 -0000

Those of you who are upset by hie remarks did you have the same reaction when he made his statements about people clinging to guns and religion because they feel the government has failed them?

I know it's not the same thing but in essence he was making comments about a group of people who would rather not deal with the truth of his statements.

Re: Barack Obama’s Speech on Father’s Day

Pamela — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 15:39:00 -0000

BPM

I never called Obama a sell out! And this discussion isn't about Reagan or Clinton, it is about Obama.

Re: Barack Obama’s Speech on Father’s Day

Pamela — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 15:54:00 -0000

BPM you accused me of putting words into you post that you called Obama a sell out. I pointed out how I came to that conclusion. I guess I was wrong. However I have or never called Obama that so you are wrong.

Re: Barack Obama’s Speech on Father’s Day

Pamela — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 16:08:00 -0000

BPM, you are welcome.

Re: Monday Open Thread - How was the weekend?

Pamela — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 16:25:00 -0000

Question: WHat do you think Condi Rice will be doing post-Bush Administration?

I think she will be back at Stanford eventually returning to her role as Provost or lobbying for her dream job as NFL commissioner.

Re: Barack Obama’s Speech on Father’s Day

Pamela — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 16:48:00 -0000

Shuster gets the political pandering and he had one black and one white guest responding.

What did the guests say?

Re: Barack Obama’s Speech on Father’s Day

Pamela — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 17:23:00 -0000

Craig, of course. Where was he during Katrina?

And just to be clear I am being sarcastic.

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: Hi Everybody

Pamela — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:07:00 -0000

A little comedy from the Daily Show..

Baracknaphobia

http://www.comedycentral.com/videos/index.jhtml?videoId=173522

Re: SWOT For Barack Obama

Pamela — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:19:00 -0000

Oh God my stomach turns just looking at the SWOT analysis. Too many evenings trapped in a room doing account strategy sessions.

However it is an effective tool and the Angry Independent did an excellent job putting this together.

It's very thorough and touches on all the key points.

Now the for the Project Plan.

Re: Saturday Open Thread - Come on in!

Pamela — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 11:58:00 -0000

OBAMA is a RACE BAITER!

Yawnnnn. What else do you have Anon 7:38? This one doesn't work for me.

Re: Saturday Open Thread - Come on in!

Pamela — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 11:48:00 -0000

From the Washington Post:

In a Post-ABC News poll last month, nearly nine in 10 whites said they would be comfortable with a black president. While fewer whites, about two-thirds, said they would be "entirely comfortable" with it, that was more than double the percentage of all adults who said they would be so at ease with someone entering office for the first time at age 72, which McCain (R-Ariz.) would do should he prevail in November.

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: Hi Everybody

Pamela — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 10:38:00 -0000

From yesterday:

"Even if you never met him, you know this guy," Rove said, per Christianne Klein. "He's the guy at the country club with the beautiful date, holding a martini and a cigarette that stands against the wall and makes snide comments about everyone who passes by."

Combined with Donnatella Versace dedicating her Spring 2009 collection to her inspiration, Obama, makes Barack the most fabulous gay man in America. Another voting block won!

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: Hi Everybody

Pamela — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 11:01:00 -0000

Fitting tribute? San Francisco's Presidential Memorial Commission considers renaming the Oceanside Water Pollution Control Plant the George W. Bush Sewage Plant come January, when the next president is sworn in.

George W. Bush Sewage Plant

Re: Pat Buchanan Award

Pamela — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 12:02:00 -0000

Jonathon Weisman like comments are so frustrating. I've heard them all my life, when I do something "socially acceptable" I'm not black when I get mad and go off "I'm showing my blackness." Nevermind I am the same person in both situations. The nations general feeling that black/brown is bad, white is good is so tired, but as this article points out it is far from being a thing of the past. I am not, nor is anyone I know striving to be "white". Success is not measured by how aligned you are with "whiteness" but is measured by things such as getting the best education, doing well in your chosen profession, taking care of your family, living a good, clean, happy life. These aren't "white" traits, these are American, hell, human traits.

And it makes me even more annoyed to read articles like this because my nieces are bi-racial and love and know about each side equally. I hate to think that they will be taught that one side is better then the other.

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: Hi Everybody

Pamela — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 14:22:00 -0000

Charlie Black of McCain's campaign is almost an afterthought.

This has been the lead political story on all the broadcasts I have seen today which has mostly been on MSNBC and Fox. I don't think this story is getting lost in the suffle.

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: Hi Everybody

Pamela — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 14:30:00 -0000

The problem with many conservatives is they believe their own bullshit. They really do believe the liberal-minded are weak-minded and easily led. Repubs believe they have special persuasive powers where they can engage in psy-ops type manipulations on message boards. They should take care their fellow citizens do not turn on them in the ugliest of ways.

Out of curiosity, how do liberal-minded people feel about conservatives? I get that liberals and conservatives view the issues differently, but if it can be said that conservatives believe their own bullshit, can it also be said liberal believe their own bullshit? If you come from a position that all conservatives are wrong and all liberals are right or vice-versa will we ever get to an understanding of both positions or is that not a goal?

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: Hi Everybody

Pamela — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 15:11:00 -0000

Those who manipulate social justice are weak, those who act irresponsible do need protection, but those "weak people" and those that are "irresponsible" do not define liberals. If they did then yes your original post is true. However this and a lot other blogs have shown "that those who seek to use government as an instrument of social justice are impetuous children who can be easily swayed by argument, criticism, innuendo..." to be untrue. If anything liberals have a loud voice, louder and more accepted then the voice of the conservative. I don't believe that there are any more conservatives that look down or have influence over liberals then liberals look down on or have influence over conservatives.

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: Hi Everybody

Pamela — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 15:19:00 -0000

And of Conservatives are so happy why are they hanging out at JJP?

Because JJP is a site that focuses on politics from the perspectives of African Americans (at least I think it is). I have yet to read, or seen, that conservative opinions are not welcome.

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: Hi Everybody

Pamela — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 15:26:00 -0000

truthseeker, it is entirely possible that I misread or misunderstood your post. I will read again and make corrections if necessary.

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: Hi Everybody

Pamela — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 15:33:00 -0000

truthseeker, just to clarify, is this your feeling of how conservatives view liberals?

That social justice is weak. That those who seek social justice are weak-minded and weak-bodied. That the liberal-minded need to be protected by the "grown ups". That those who seek to use government as an instrument of social justice are impetuous children who can be easily swayed by argument, criticism, innuendo... That the unwashed masses will submit to their own destruction in support of the neo-conservative mythology.

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: Hi Everybody

Pamela — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 16:06:00 -0000

truthseeker, I am not looking for a fight, the dress part, maybe. My only point was conservatives have no more power over liberals then liberals have over conservatives. And each extreme faction of either side may look down on the other but it is an equal extreme disrespect. I don't think the general view from conservatives is that liberals are weak minded or easily swayed. In fact in my experience as of late liberals are more vocal, influential and more quickly accepted then conservatives. This may be a complete tangent to what you were saying. But it is what came to mind when I read your post.

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: Hi Everybody

Pamela — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 16:27:00 -0000

I hope the pendulum has gained momentum and will swing all the way around so that real progress can be made this time.

Well truthseeker, we can agree on this.

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: Hi Everybody

Pamela — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 16:31:00 -0000

I recognize and appreciate the intelligence shown here, even if the people possessing it refuse to acknowledge mine.

Awwww, d. I respect your intelligence. Do you need a hug?

Re: Tuesday Open Thread: Hi Everybody

Pamela — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 20:48:00 -0000

Um...is there some great tradition of Phillippino cooking that I don't know about at The White House?

Uhhmm Lumpia. The anticipation of those crispy little meat filled delights can make anyone fumble their words.

Re: Wednesday Open Thread - Holla at us!!

Pamela — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 12:46:00 -0000

Nevertheless the "talking white" thing doesn't sit well with me. Can white people stop saying that!

Thank you! But black, brown and everyone else needs to stop saying it as well.

Re: Wednesday Open Thread - Holla at us!!

Pamela — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 13:48:00 -0000

Barack Obama's Cover on Rolling Stone.

Thank God he is wearing his flag pin otherwise that would be the story not the fact that he graced the cover without words typed across his picture. I am sure however the happiness he shows will be interpreted as "smug" or "uppity".

Re: BREAKING: Black People Not Actually All Alike

Pamela — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 23:49:00 -0000

First of all there really IS a deep digital divide. Corporate America, most notably the telecom companies and Big Media have every reasons to deny this, but it is a fact. Here in GA where I live I can take you to small and medium sized towns --- even to spots in the burbs of Atlanta where once you cross the line into the areas inhabited by African Americans, the price of broadband doubles or triples because the cable companies are permitted to redline our communities.

I have to disagree with this and encourage you to give more information. I work with these big companies, ATT, Verizon, Comcast, and while there are areas that aren't served with basic plans they do not divide across racial lines. Mostly it is based on proximity to major areas and I have found the people most affected by this are the Western, non Pacific states which are mostly white. Worst case the Wireless Internet cards work almost everywhere (and I've been to some random places) and the price is standard. But if you have specifics please let me know as I have access to execs at all three companies.

Re: http://www.kidtogrownup.com/2009/09/reviews.html

Pamela — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 03:14:58 -0000

Honesty. Honesty. Honesty!

Don't be afraid to give a bad review! Why would you like about a cd and say that it totally rocked your socks off if it was horrible? Def. List the pros and cons :)

Re: http://brocante-home.blogspot.com/2009/02/good-wife-or-good-mother.html

Pamela — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 01:04:00 -0000

Personally for me, the person that comes first is the one who needs me the most. If my child has a fever and hubs wants a cuddle, then it's the child. If the child wants to show me his/her 200th picture that day of a blue duck and hubs is home from a hard day at work and needs his shoulders rubbed then hubs gets the attention. If I'm fed up with the whole lot of them and need to go to the gym and soak in the hot tub then off I go, cuz after all, if mama goes bonkers trying to care for them then nobody wins.

But if there is a conflict of interest, say everybody has a fever, then adults must behave as adults and take care of the children.

Re: http://brocante-home.blogspot.com/2009/02/uncreativeness-of-women.html

Pamela — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 19:51:00 -0000

I suppose it's all in the eye of the beholder or in this case the mind of the reader. I think he's got most of it right. I do believe there is a difference between English (and European women) and American because I believe that, just as he describes, people (all people, men included) are effected and shaped by their environments, culture and politics.

And yes , I do believe it’s women who make (or discard) social rules in hopes of maintaining civilization.

I would add that although women aren’t as ‘free’ as man we are more often than not more powerful. It’s simply that a smart woman learns that you don’t have to be loud or brash to be powerful. You can be quiet and genteel and still get the job done.

As for the last statement, I think he’s spot on. Yes, women know that a society built on brutality will not be a society for long, that’s why we’re so determined to change the rules of civilization for the betterment of our children. And yes, sometimes we do lose site of the big picture but then we are only human.

Political correctness does no one any good if it blinds them to their own weakness and shortcomings.

Re: http://brocante-home.blogspot.com/2009/03/space.html

Pamela — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 20:11:00 -0000

Our house is very glad to have us as it’s family. When we moved in this house wasn't very old (only about 20) but it was very tired. We have given it a face lift and if the human neighbors are any indication then the house neighbors are impressed that someone cares.

Please understand, there are many houses that are prettier, shi nny ’er and newer but none more loved. Does this mean it’s spotless clean and everything in perfect repair? No. It only means that we care that it’s needs things and we do our best to get to them soon as we can but life gets ahead of us sometimes.

Our house can boast that its humans are not relegated to the 'expected and accepted'. We've stepped out of the box more times than not as we redid things and so this house most assuredly has character and doesn't look like it came out of a can.

PS, I love your blog and this post was wonderful.

Re: http://brocante-home.blogspot.com/2009/04/kirsties-homemade-home.html

Pamela — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 16:54:00 -0000

I'm not British (often wish I were) but from this small clip I would have to say I like her. She's right, the artisan community is very inclusive and there is no reason people can't learn to do at least a few things for themselves. There's simply no excuse for not know how to sew on a button or knit a scarf because there are shops everywhere that are more than happy to help people learn these things. Not to mention many grandmothers and aunts.

Re: http://brocante-home.blogspot.com/2009/04/my-little-invalid.html

Pamela — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 16:42:00 -0000

Poor Fin, Poor Mummy. My heart goes out to the both of you, but you most of all. They give the one with the broke bone pills to ease the pain but there are no pills to help you get him up the stairs. I'll keep you both in my prayers.

Hug fin for me and all of his 'net family'.

Re: The Old Lady and the Case of the Unpalatable Pizza

Pamela — Thu, 26 May 2005 02:18:55 -0000

Excellent BLOG TITLE
I admire that in a blog

Re: http://www.trucosfacebook.com/2009/07/pet-society-trucos-para-pescar.html

Pamela — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 23:41:53 -0000

Muy buena la explicacion, perdí muchisima comida porque no entendia como pescar. Gracias a ustedes tengo la pecera llena!!!!!

Re: Aloha Friday

Pamela — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 11:21:00 -0000

I love love love Football
Go Dallas Cowboys

I can't wait for it to start up again

Re: Menu Plan Monday

Pamela — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 09:42:00 -0000

you menus sounds yummy...

Re: What’s for Dinner – Thursday Edition

Pamela — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 06:15:00 -0000

I use to make a casserole similar all the time havent in awhile, now you have made me hungry for it...yum

Re: Tempt My Tummy Tuesday – Million $ Spaghetti Casserole

Pamela — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 22:42:00 -0000

looks yummy

Re: http://michellesfamilyjournal.blogspot.com/2007/12/wordless-wednesday_18.html

Pamela — Wed, 19 Dec 2007 00:57:00 -0000

Merry Christmas to you!!
I see you have an Angel (: for your tree. What a darling.

Re: http://michellesfamilyjournal.blogspot.com/2008/03/wordless-wednesday.html

Pamela — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 02:04:00 -0000

I perceived a SNEEZE coming on.

Re: http://michellesfamilyjournal.blogspot.com/2008/08/wordless-wednesdaypark-summertime.html

Pamela — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 01:18:00 -0000

makes me nostalgic for those days when my girls were little, carefree, and full of kisses and smiles.

Re: http://michellesfamilyjournal.blogspot.com/2008/08/wordless-wednesdayparktime-with-grandma.html

Pamela — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 03:30:00 -0000

and how we get worn out so quickly!

Re: http://michellesfamilyjournal.blogspot.com/2008/10/wordless-wednesdaythe-resident-artist.html

Pamela — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 02:33:00 -0000

I love that stage... where they see their family as heads with appendages.

but look!!! EYELASHES!!!

Re: http://michellesfamilyjournal.blogspot.com/2008/11/wordless-wednesddaya-beautiful-day-out.html

Pamela — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:18:00 -0000

Beautiful pictures.

Re: http://michellesfamilyjournal.blogspot.com/2008/12/wordless-wednesday-new-clothes.html

Pamela — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 01:46:00 -0000

and a super model to show 'em off, too!!

Re: http://michellesfamilyjournal.blogspot.com/2009/05/wordless-wednesdaythe-rhododenron.html

Pamela — Wed, 06 May 2009 01:06:00 -0000

I grew up where Rhodies are the state flower. I love them.

Re: http://michellesfamilyjournal.blogspot.com/2009/06/friday-fave-five.html

Pamela — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 14:14:54 -0000

How did you make the last photo - that is so neat! Great list and adorable pictures of McKenna.

Re: http://michellesfamilyjournal.blogspot.com/2009/09/wordless-wednesday-george.html

Pamela — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 01:48:39 -0000

I can't take my eyes off of him...
why is that?

(For one thing, I'd like to blow on his neck.)

Re: http://www.jennifervalerie.com/2009/10/tips-for-wives-color-me-red.html

Pamela — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 09:33:22 -0000

I don't think I'm agressive enough to wear red. I'm more of a shy pink. Do you think that will work? :)

Re: Zenses Giveaway for Nintendo DS

Pamela — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 19:45:00 -0000

Loved the quote: Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.
This is so true. Your success is up to you and your decision to do what you love.

Thanks for sending me to that website!

pamela

Re: BREAKING: Black People Not Actually All Alike

Pamela — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 00:51:00 -0000

I don't discount what you are saying, I've heard many complaints of over the years about the level of access from many groups in multiple areas from multiple demographic groups. I was just asking for specific areas you are concern with. I can look into Lawndale and Ford Heights.

I will say advanced services such as Broadband are generally deployed under the "NFL City" strategy and out from there. So it doesn't matter if you are rich or poor the affect is the same based on how far you are from the target market.

I can't speak to independent companies but i can say, from my experience, price gauging, at least in recent years, is rare. But like I said, I am interested in specific examples and companies.

Re: doing a little dance

Pamela — Sat, 08 Apr 2006 22:07:00 -0000

I was actually visiting LA on Tuesday when "The skies have opened up over the city of angels and it is pouring down rain." I figured i brought the rain with me from Seattle!:)

Claude McKay is a Jamaican Poet/Activist/Socialist...try that. He has others but I bought "Fierce Hatred of Injustice" for the title alone.

My best to you and your beloved.

Re: playing house

Pamela — Sun, 09 Apr 2006 22:40:00 -0000

These things will come - have faith.

And when they do you will have an appreciation for them that would have never come without knowing the hardships you now know.

I pray that you find the resolution you seek and that you can be reunited as a family.

I pray your "beloved" has the opportunity to love, guide, and mentor your "little one", as the time they are "little ones" is fleeting.

Stay strong - This too shall pass

Re: "Back to life, back to reality…"

Pamela — Sat, 15 Apr 2006 14:20:00 -0000

As I traverse this journey called "life" alone, I am comforted in knowing that if I should need ever them, I have the loving arms of a family to run to and I have a "home'.

Your beloved knows this as well, and I am sure that is his comfort and his strength.

Re: where do baby daddies come from?

Pamela — Wed, 10 May 2006 22:57:00 -0000

While I am really uncomfortable by the verbiage...I am less concerned with the symantecs than I am with the impact on the lives of these innocent children.

Call me old school but, I firmly believe in the importance of a two parent family. Whether that is accomplished sans marriage or not is not for me to decide for others but...often "baby daddy" denotes an absence (or lack of import) of the daddy.

This is such a result of 400 years of slavery and Willie Lynch. Not to say it isn't epidemic in the white community but, I am not concerned with those that have "priviledge" on their side.

It is about personal accountability...do your thing but, don't make a child suffer the consequences.

Re: One World-One Heart Giveaway! Wee Dragons! (Second Prize Added!)

Pamela — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 18:47:00 -0000

these are awesome!

Re: What is in a name…

Pamela — Mon, 28 Aug 2006 18:11:00 -0000

That is sooo well put, we all need hope and I am so glad you are still in the race. :) Thanks for sharing.

Re: Hurricane Storm Update

Pamela — Tue, 29 Aug 2006 23:36:00 -0000

We live in Florida too, and isn't it just a relief to see it break up. We went 37 hours with no air and no electricity and it was a life saver having a side burner on the gas grill outside. We had all the neighbors over here using it. :) It gave us a new appreciation for the little things like ice. hehe

Re: A Different book Meme

Pamela — Wed, 30 Aug 2006 20:17:00 -0000

Wow, I'm with Barb, that is a riot...I can't imagine getting a few lines out of book that evokes more curiosity! Good choice. :)

Us Floridians have to stick together, and in answer to your ? we have had a light drizzly rain all day, nothing too bad, how bout you? Yes, I think you are right at least we are ready for the next hurricane with our kits too. :)

Re: How I met "manly man"….

Pamela — Wed, 13 Sep 2006 08:19:00 -0000

I love your "love story", and it is so nice that you met at the dorm, that you were friends first and flirted with it getting a little more serious as you soon found yourself guarding you manly man with your sister...too cute! lol

Re: I am in a pickle NOW WHAT!

Pamela — Sun, 24 Sep 2006 02:51:00 -0000

I have a little plaque in my bedroom that says, "Sometimes, God calms the storm And sometimes, He lets the storm rage And calms His child."

Re: Why I love Fall So Much….

Pamela — Sun, 08 Oct 2006 12:14:00 -0000

Your wheat and barely reminded me of when we took our daughters to ride a combine during harvest. Thats when we found out the difference between wheat and barley. Barley produces a chaff that crawls down your neck and up your sleeves and tortures your body with itchy scratchy pieces of barbed no see-ums. All the workers were in turtle necks and tucked in sucks - and we were in our summer delights. I'm squirming now in recollection.

I love TG, too. I miss my mother most at these times, because she is what brought my siblings all together. Now, we all have our own celebrations.

Re: Personal Responsibility

Pamela — Sun, 22 Oct 2006 17:22:00 -0000

Yeah... that touched a spot. Taking responsibility is a difficult task.

Re: OH YES I DID!!!

Pamela — Mon, 30 Oct 2006 00:20:00 -0000

with a hot cup of Chai Tea... it look so inviting.....

I'm on my way

Re: What began as truth is now a lie.

Pamela — Mon, 06 Nov 2006 22:11:00 -0000

We had a young artist come make a plea for "financing" so he could attend a christian artists symposium somewhere in Europe. He said something that has stayed in my mind like glue.

He told us not to praise him for his art, because man wasn't made to receive praise but to give praise... To God.

Makes me think how the Hollywood crowd thinks up all sorts of awards to heap praise on themselves, and how most of them have sunk so low in arrogance.

Good post!

Re: Laurel Wreath’s New Year’s Meditations-REMINDER

Pamela — Sun, 03 Dec 2006 09:59:00 -0000

I copied and pasted this to my recipe file

sounds like a fun one to do with grandkids... or just let them do it and supervise

Re: Favorite Christmas Memory

Pamela — Thu, 07 Dec 2006 11:04:00 -0000

What a joyful Christmas memory! I just love your Dad's spirit! What a giving and kindhearted man he was to go to so much trouble to see your faces light up with glee! Thank you so much for sharing such a sweet uplifting story! :)

Re: Christmas Tree Treasures

Pamela — Fri, 08 Dec 2006 15:34:00 -0000

What stunning ornaments! Such a wonderful sentimental collection! I have never heard of Wallace Gold plated ornaments and nice that all of yours are gifts. :) The little nativity ornament is so pretty!

My favorite is the palm tree ornament! It just speaks to my heart!

Laurel, you blog design is just breathtaking! So soft and elegant.

Re: Just Checking in….

Pamela — Wed, 27 Dec 2006 12:29:00 -0000

Oh how exciting! I can't wait to see how you like your new Photoshop Elements program. Always fun to get a new toy! lol The pictures are great, love the bows all over the baby. hehe! :)

Re: 2007 New Year Meditations

Pamela — Fri, 05 Jan 2007 16:15:00 -0000

Laurel, it was such a pleasure participating in Meditations for 2007. I wanted to thank you for hosting it and let you know how much I enjoyed reading your hopes and goals.

Moving houses is such an exciting venture. I have no doubt that He will shed his light and direct your steps in the right direction.

You sound like a wonderful loving Mom. Your boys are blessed as are we out here in bloggityville! lol

Re: Don’t Grow Too Fast

Pamela — Sun, 14 Jan 2007 12:16:00 -0000

3 daughters who are now married with kids of their own.

I never had the empty nest angst. But I angst still because I want to help them make better decisions.

I guess thats one thing a mother always wants to do.

Hard to just put hands in pocket and zip mouth

Re: So What Is In a Name?

Pamela — Sun, 15 Apr 2007 19:14:00 -0000

A good reminder that we need to think before we speak, especially with the little folk.

!!!!

Re: Active Listening

Pamela — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 02:12:00 -0000

no comment :)

Re: the do-over

Pamela — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 12:54:59 -0000

Your insight is brilliant. I really enjoy your writing.

Re: A Little Self-Promotion

Pamela — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 10:59:16 -0000

That's great that you're stepping out. Your writing is evocative.

My goal for today is small and enormous: to get five sets of sheets washed and back on the beds.

My month/year goal is to get my babywearing store up and running, and to promote the hell out of it.

Good luck!

Re: CLOSEDHoliday Blog Party Giveaway Dani Handags Messenager Bag

Pamela — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 11:48:00 -0000

the embordary bag set is my favorite all those cute pieces and monogramed too, love the pink...
scottpamela@ymail.com

Re: Love Dare Journey: Fireproof

Pamela — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 11:31:00 -0000

this is a great movie I recommend to anyone who hasn't seen it
great idea and brave to share your journal here.

Re: WW 2.4 Edition

Pamela — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 07:43:00 -0000

this is the first time I did wordless wednseday...yum your chocolate looks great makes me want to make chocolate chip cookies, maybe later..LOL

Re: Sproose – Social Search

Pamela — Thu, 02 Aug 2007 00:23:03 -0000

Hey! I just checked sproose.com, they changed the look on the home page, it is actully really cool, even the voting system has changed, you either like a web page or you don't and it still shows up immediatly. The serch results are as good or better than the "big serch engins!",without all of the advertisements and pop-ups. Give it a try and I'm sure you are going to like it too.

Re: Sproose – Social Search

Pamela — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 14:28:35 -0000

It is not spam, my name is Pamela Burns and I have been using sproose for a while now and I really enjoy using this program. My index is complety personalized by now and it makes my life so much easier not looking page by page to find what I'm actully looking for.

Re: sunday morning musings

Pamela — Tue, 28 Mar 2006 17:10:00 -0000

Secrets alienate and isolate...I know...I have one. While I had no desire to distance myself from those that I love...the fear of having the secret uncovered has made short work of it.

While I am a firm believer in NOT having to witness to anybody (I've always been one to "keep my bizness off the street"), I applaud you for opening up to family and close friends. They are a support system and though they will never be a substitute for the man you love,be sure to "let" them be there for you.

And...keep writing...it is so cathartic.

Re: there are so many words

Pamela — Tue, 28 Mar 2006 16:35:00 -0000

Beautiful work. I am thrilled to have found your Blog.

Re: save the babies first

Pamela — Tue, 28 Mar 2006 23:17:00 -0000

Consider the world that your black male has inherited. A system that has expended every effort to annihilate, humiliate, intoxicate, emasculate, castrate, imprison, and demonize him.

Is it any wonder why he fights to survive “by any means necessary”?

Children model the behavior that is shown to them or that receives positive reinforcement.

Where are the male role models/mentors for these young black men? Most have fallen victim to the same systematic attempt at exterminating them. They are addicted, imprisoned, or socially, morally, or educationally impotent.

Strong Black men, who have navigated the mine field relatively unscathed, are too few, too complacent, too involved in their own personal struggle, or too busy talking about it and not being about it. I applaud all those who are stepping up to help mentor these young men and I encourage others to put their rhetoric into actions…the task is monumental.

Is it any wonder why these young black men pose? Why so many, young and old, front?

When they enter a public school system that is threatened by an intelligent, assertive, black male? When their self-confidence and articulation is “rewarded” with being labeled a “problem” student, a “discipline” problem? When any attempt at self-empowerment is quickly quashed?

When the public school system demonizes you as a child and the media demonizes you as an adult…When you have been disenfranchised and rendered powerless…how do you stay viable? Is it any wonder why young black males embrace some semblance of power through intimidation and fear?

Not everyone has the means…I understand that. But…if you are able – by any means necessary…reclaim the children. Take them back, out of the hands that deal them death (on so many levels). Home school – by any means necessary, mentor – by any means necessary, find a cultural school – by any means necessary, form a parenting co-op…

By any means necessary…preserve the origins of life…save a black male.

Re: Government Sponsored AIDS?

Pamela — Tue, 06 Jun 2006 15:53:00 -0000

While I have always believed it to be a conspiracy to annihilate Black people (remember Tuskeegee?)...I am convinced that what you have posted is true. Thanks to the brilliant, informed, and enlightened Miss Cynthia Daniel of Cynthia's Interests: http://cdaniels225.blogsome.com/

<br> Here is a link to some very convincing research and stats: http://www.peaceandlove.ca/AIDSsexmyth.html

Or email Cynthia, she is busy with her thesis but, she is a font of reliable information and can set you on the path to more knowledge on this subject.

Re: Florida Water Worries: Serious Shortages For Tampa Bay

Pamela — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 21:43:58 -0000

I also live in Tampa and all weekend the people in my apartment complex were washing their cars; I mean come on people, we are in a water crisis. Let your car be dirty. We could all do a few little things to conserve. Like take a shorter shower (I use an egg timer in the shower to help me keep within my time limit and I alternate the days I wash my hair or shave my legs). Turn off the water while brushing your teeth and washing your face. I think if we all examine our daily activities we could each find more ways to save every precious drop. I'd love to hear more ideas on how to conserve. I'd also like to see people start treating water like the precious resource it is.

Re: Organic Style Magazine Shuts Down

Pamela — Wed, 08 Feb 2006 02:43:38 -0000

Well, I just figured out today that Organic Style had folded. I thought I was losing my mind, with a toddler and another on the way I figured I was just mistaken that the magazine hadn't showed up for so long. I am really disappointed that I wasn't even contacted. I too have a subscription for several more years and none of the other magazines are of any interest to me. I just emailed customer service tonight and will see what they say. I really enjoyed OS even with the format/content changes I always found something useful. I especially liked their article on plastics which I copied for my entire family. I will really miss the magazine. I liked the eclectic mix of entertainment and green living. It made it fun to read while thinking about real issues. The celebrity plugs were getting annoying and starting to make me feel like I was reading InStyle or some other crap but I just usually skipped them. Anyways, good to see that others liked the mag too. Will check out suggestions posted above for replacements. Think green!!!

Re: Florida Water Worries: Serious Shortages For Tampa Bay

Pamela — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 18:43:58 -0000

Re: Cool Cat Teacher Blog: NECC 2009: Don't let rejection or acceptance go to your head!

Pamela — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 14:06:00 -0000

Just yesterday I read your post about people’s reactions to their NECC proposals being rejected or accepted. (I don’t know how I missed this post.) The post bothered me, so I followed the links in the comments and searched for more blogs about NECC rejection or acceptance. I was in disbelief! I know presenting at NECC can completely change your professional life. However, I know being a prek-12 teacher and/or teaching teachers impacts individual lives daily. Your name may not be spoken in schools around the world, but is it well spoken of in your school? If an educator never presents at NECC, they still can impact thousands of lives.

Take a step back and remember what is truly important in this life. Did you die from being rejected? Did you suffer the loss of a loved one? Did you have to watch your child suffer and not be able to stop it? Do you have to depend on someone else for your basic care? Are you being forced from your home? Are you unable to pay your bills? Do you not have food to eat? Open your eyes and look around! If having your proposal rejected by NECC is the worst thing that has ever happened to you then you have lived a charmed life indeed!!!

If any of you are still moping around about being rejected, my suggestion is to give to someone in need. Donate blood. It is true. You will be saving a life. Visit a children’s hospital and give the parents a gift card to a local restaurant or a night’s stay at a local motel. Give to a Ronald McDonald House. Give to a Burn Survivors’ group (Excellent group at KU Med in KC, KS). Burn survivor charities get very little publicity. Would it change your attitude about this summer if you knew while you are at NECC listening to others present that a child you sponsored was attending a camp for burn survivors or another special camp for children? Isn’t that what being an educator is all about…making the difference in the life of a child?

Re: http://www.crimene.ws/2007/11/throwing-donuts-at-hookers.html

Pamela — Wed, 21 Nov 2007 05:02:26 -0000

Assault is assault whether it is a donut or a brick.

Re: http://thehappyhospitalist.blogspot.com/2008/05/hold-your-tails-up-high-boys.html

Pamela — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 02:14:00 -0000

They are as cute as can BE
I have 2...one rescued from a puppy mill / the other bounced from her 3rd home.
Thanks for the stories

Re: http://sometimesithink-krissy.blogspot.com/2009/03/blogging-is-in-my-blood.html

Pamela — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 23:43:00 -0000

I think it's very healthy for you to pursue some of your own interests during this time. Even though your focus is caring for John right now, you also have to care for yourself. It's so easy to neglect our own needs. I hope you find what you love and do it.

Re: http://sometimesithink-krissy.blogspot.com/2009/02/writers-block.html

Pamela — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 10:37:00 -0000

I can't believe someone told you not to write about John's condition if it's not so good. I want to read what you have to say...good AND bad!! Please keep writing sweetie. I've missed you.
xoxox

Re: http://youngcampbell.blogspot.com/2009/10/tired-of-drama.html

Pamela — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 05:02:29 -0000

ahahahahah! tenk yu sa kanta! whahahhha gud luck sa tv! whahahah

Re: http://youngcampbell.blogspot.com/2009/08/music.html

Pamela — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 15:08:19 -0000

ahaha. ktawa man ko ui..violent reactions..ehehe
naibog ko..lingaw..huhu hay

Re: http://youngcampbell.blogspot.com/2009/07/h1n1.html

Pamela — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:34:23 -0000

daghanag endorphins ato oi..hehehe
hurot na? lol

Re: http://youngcampbell.blogspot.com/2009/05/still-writing.html

Pamela — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:41:06 -0000

hala ka nice! can i shy?

Re: http://youngcampbell.blogspot.com/2009/05/still-writing.html

Pamela — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:39:28 -0000

hala ka nice! can i shy?

Re: http://youngcampbell.blogspot.com/2009/04/youngcampbell.html

Pamela — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:41:36 -0000

Re: http://youngcampbell.blogspot.com/2009/04/youngcampbell.html

Pamela — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:40:39 -0000

ay sa kanya pala.

Re: http://youngcampbell.blogspot.com/2009/04/why-i-dont-go-to-church.html

Pamela — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:42:15 -0000

i feel you there.
haay.

Re: http://owedtojoy.blogspot.com/2009/07/forty-five.html

Pamela — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 23:04:11 -0000

Ah, so you're the one who made those lovely bracelets! Thank you! I really like it. I'm not a jewelry wearer, though, so I attached mine to my camera strap.

Re: http://www.weekinrewind.com/2009/08/giveaway-sanctuary-complete-first.html

Pamela — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 23:16:54 -0000

I entered. Great show

Re: http://www.weekinrewind.com/2009/06/standard-giveawaytwitter-giveaway.html

Pamela — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 09:53:26 -0000

I have entered. @cichlid

Re: http://www.weekinrewind.com/2009/02/giveaway-hills-fourth-season.html

Pamela — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 08:41:00 -0000

I tweeted again
@pami22

Re: http://www.weekinrewind.com/2009/02/giveaway-hills-fourth-season.html

Pamela — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 14:31:00 -0000

I love the hills please enter me
@pami22

Re: http://www.weekinrewind.com/2009/02/giveaway-ipod-touch-32-gig-update-222.html

Pamela — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 08:38:00 -0000

tweeted today because I am in it to win it...

Re: http://www.weekinrewind.com/2009/02/giveaway-ipod-touch-32-gig-update-222.html

Pamela — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 14:35:00 -0000

i AM SO IN IT TO WIN IT....
@PAMI22

Re: http://www.weekinrewind.com/2009/01/twitter-giveaway-playstation-3.html

Pamela — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 08:35:00 -0000

back to re-tweet today because I am in it to win it....

Re: http://www.weekinrewind.com/2009/01/twitter-giveaway-playstation-3.html

Pamela — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 14:27:00 -0000

I am so in it to win it I am off to retweet right now....

Re: http://www.weekinrewind.com/2008/07/new-york-new-york.html

Pamela — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:06:00 -0000

Have a good time. Check out the fireworks; best place to see them is at 23rd Street and FDR.

Re: http://withlovegabrielle.blogspot.com/2009/04/excitement.html

Pamela — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 19:06:00 -0000

Congratulations. It sure sounds like your internship is a perfect fit for you! And the bag is great treat for all your hard work on obtaining this placement. Bravo!

Re: http://withlovegabrielle.blogspot.com/2009/03/revolve-clothing-worst-customer-service.html

Pamela — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 21:24:00 -0000

I feel you have every right to be upset. In this economy, to not have top notch customer service is unacceptable. Especially with a loyal customer who is placing a large order. Seriously, they cannot refund or pay the shipping on a return due to inaccurate sizing?! What are they thinking?! And how are they losing track of merchandise!? Again, in this economy, they should be thankful customers are buying and really take better care of inventory. I live in the US and buy online from Shopbop.com and bluefly.com. I'm not sure of shipping to Canada. How disappointing. I have to seriously say that after reading your blog and watching your posts, I found myself checking out Revolve.com more often. I will no longer based on the poor customer service. It's not worth it. If I'm going to spend my hard earned dollars on a clothing/accessory purchases, I want the store to be top quality. Thanks for your insight!!

Re: http://withlovegabrielle.blogspot.com/2009/02/because-it-is-my-life.html

Pamela — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 13:02:00 -0000

I agree with above comments. No need to have to explain yourself or your purchases. It's no one's business! I love checking your blog for fashion inspiration. Keep up the great work.

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/10/oh-yes-i-am.html

Pamela — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 17:02:35 -0000

Here's the thing: big pharma and big agriculture are the top lobbying groups in the country. They are out to make a ton of money. Nothing corrupts like power and money, so I'm not keen on trusting anything the government, the CDC, or the FDA has to say about the swine flu or any other health-related issue.

My husband was forced by his employer to take the vaccine. Not 6 hours later, he was extremely ill. Oddly enough, the employer made all of the employees sign a waiver saying they were vaccinated voluntarily. Right. Voluntary vaccination, under duress. Something just isn't right there.

Say what you want about Brittany's research and statements, but any way you look at this situation, things just don't add up.

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/10/oh-yes-he-is.html

Pamela — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:23:51 -0000

ERGO just sent me a carrier today...I'm so psyched to try it out. But I am entering the contest for my good friend Jocelyn who is having her third babe in December. She has an ERGO, but no infant insert. This would be perfect for her!

(And can I just say that those red pants treat your bottom right? You look fantastic!)

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/09/and-life-goes-on.html

Pamela — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 01:14:04 -0000

prayers.

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/08/how-we-stroll.html

Pamela — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 11:52:32 -0000

My green stroller is a Joovy Ultralight. Having a good quality stoller is so important when you have a large family.

Biting my tongue in the general direction of the troll...

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/07/as-seen-in_24.html

Pamela — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 11:22:48 -0000

How cozy and lovely.

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/07/numbers-in-my-head.html

Pamela — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 11:25:10 -0000

sounds awesome and fun and crazy.

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/07/you-and-me.html

Pamela — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 08:45:05 -0000

today's my husband's birthday, too!

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/07/farm-road-trip-day-one.html

Pamela — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 10:04:42 -0000

Looks like a fun trip. My BIL and his wife are buying some property out in your neck of the woods. Maybe we'd have a chance to meet!

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/06/you-asked-it-part-3.html

Pamela — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:55:02 -0000

Hummus and hard boiled eggs are the two most-requested protein snacks in our house. I'm always making both.

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/04/im-here-today.html

Pamela — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 20:24:00 -0000

ugh. every day is laundry day.

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/04/hi-ho-hi-ho-out-door-we-go.html

Pamela — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 00:15:00 -0000

I just had baby #4 two weeks ago, and already we have learned to have a getting in the car routine. Our two big boys go in the back, and our 6 year old daughter buckles them in their boosters if she's not at school, the baby goes behind the driver's seat, and 6-er goes behind the passenger seat. If she's not with us, I open the back hatch and buckle the big boys from behind. Way easier than climbing over the seats!

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/04/home-again.html

Pamela — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 21:35:00 -0000

peanut butter and apples is a favorite here. and we make our own peanut butter in our food processor, because it's a way better deal (for us) than purchasing. and i can make it as crunchy as i want! yum!

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/03/good-stuff.html

Pamela — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 15:50:00 -0000

you are a lovely person.

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/03/you-asked-it-health-edition-10.html

Pamela — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 21:14:00 -0000

We are crunchy granola people. We used to be pharmaceutical people (comparatively speaking) until we began to read information from both sides. We used to be grocery store people until we started researching where our food comes from, how the animals are raised, what pesticides really do.

We have made certain choices based upon verifiable information. It sounds like that is what you do, too.

It's too bad that people aren't stimulated to learn more when they are faced with information they have never encountered before. And if words like ignorant and uneducated are going to be bandied about, shouldn't they be tossed in the direction of the people whose undies are in bunches, who don't care to learn more?

Also? So nice of the anonymous commentor to point you toward Jesus. Because you've totally never mentioned HIM before on your blog. For Pete's Sake.

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/03/plugged-back-into-matrix.html

Pamela — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 18:36:00 -0000

Wow, lots of anonymous comments today, Britt! And it seems that lots of them are really taking this post personally. Chill out, people! Some of y'all are being just as chip-laden and condescending as you're accusing her.

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/03/when-you-give-boys.html

Pamela — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 21:00:00 -0000

My boys always seem to have the most fun in the least amount of clothing. What is it with boys?

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/03/soy-before-cheese.html

Pamela — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 13:12:00 -0000

AMEN! Between soy and corn, our culture is really treating us more like barnyard animals...who also should not be eating soy or corn... You said it well, so I won't get started.

And anybody who wants more info on the corn situation in America should read The Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan. Very interesting and informative. And true.

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/02/just-hangin-out.html

Pamela — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 15:45:00 -0000

Glad everybody is on the mend. There's not much worse than sick babies.

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/02/urgent-prayer.html

Pamela — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 17:11:00 -0000

of course!!!!

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/02/wordless-wednesday_10.html

Pamela — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 10:20:00 -0000

Great timing...I'm 32 plus weeks with my fourth, and today I was feeling ginormous. Thanks for the reality check. As it turns out, I'm practically a sprite in comparison. (Not that sprite is a word anyone would ever use to describe me, preggers or no!)

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/02/meeup-giveaway.html

Pamela — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 11:56:00 -0000

I love the Maxfield. I also like the bangle dot, but I just purchsed some of that very same material to make a pouch sling and a podegi.

What a great giveaway. Thanks!

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/02/last-week.html

Pamela — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 10:39:00 -0000

Hummus is a staple in our house. My middle fella calls it yummy tummus, and eats it by the cup.

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/02/hey.html

Pamela — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 11:49:00 -0000

I think this is going to be the best thing I read all week. In fact, I know it's going to be the best thing I've read all week. And I'm going to share it with my MOPS group next Tuesday if that's okay with you.

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/01/to-stick-or-not.html

Pamela — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 09:33:00 -0000

I was going to thank anonymous for patrolling blogaritaville for poor grammar, too. I hope you're feeling super, anonymous!

As for the question at hand, we are cast iron people all the way. I have three fry pans, six- ten- and twelve-inch, a dutch oven, and a griddle that's flat on one side and has grill lines on the other. Lodge (or Lodge Logic?) has a huge line of products that are really reasonably priced, and pretty much everything comes pre-seasoned, so it's ready to use right out of the box. The enameled cast iron (Le Creuset) is way prettier, but hundreds of dollars more.

And if you happen to burn something to a wretched, nasty lump, build a huge bonfire and throw your cast iron in it. The next day, pull it out of the ashes, rinse it off with water, rub some oil on it, and you're good to go.

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/01/happy-5-months-girls.html

Pamela — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 12:24:00 -0000

what pretty babes. happy fivemonthday!

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/01/thumb-love.html

Pamela — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 21:38:00 -0000

my middle baby is a thumb boy. it is such a useful thing to have around. he has a bwankie, too, named Beloved, and dere is a special part on bewoved dat he hasta hold. or else.

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/01/wordless-wednesday_21.html

Pamela — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 08:49:00 -0000

You just can't beat a daddy and his babies. There's nothing better.

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2009/01/bins-pigtails-marriage-and-more.html

Pamela — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 09:37:00 -0000

There's a whole lot of deleting going on here! It's too bad some people make personal attacks (which I assume is what was going on) instead of engaging in discussion and learning something from those who have opposite opinions.

My *actual* comment was that I have those bins, too. Everywhere, actually, but my favorite use of them so far? I throw my (clean) cloth diapers in one, and the covers in another, and the third one holds the wipes, snappis and other random things.

Re: http://4littlemen.blogspot.com/2008/11/wordless-wednesday_19.html

Pamela — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:22:00 -0000

Total cuteness times two!

Re: http://married2military.blogspot.com/2008/12/grandma-was-on-to-something.html

Pamela — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 16:42:00 -0000

Oh, PETA Schmeata. It's no different than what Anne Geddes does to babies. I would love a book that gets my kids to get right in the beds and sleep. That would be supersweet.

Re: http://married2military.blogspot.com/2008/12/dear-santa.html

Pamela — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 09:37:00 -0000

That? Was brilliant.

Re: http://married2military.blogspot.com/2008/12/sling-that-saved-world.html

Pamela — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 16:09:00 -0000

I have a hotsling, too, and I would totally marry it. Well, except for the whole already-being-married thing. I even have a fleece one for a little extra warm. It's loverly.

Re: http://married2military.blogspot.com/2008/12/grandma-was-on-to-something.html

Pamela — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 16:42:00 -0000

Oh, PETA Schmeata. It's no different than what Anne Geddes does to babies. I would love a book that gets my kids to get right in the beds and sleep. That would be supersweet.

Re: http://married2military.blogspot.com/2008/12/dear-santa.html

Pamela — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 09:37:00 -0000

That? Was brilliant.

Re: http://married2military.blogspot.com/2008/12/sling-that-saved-world.html

Pamela — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 16:09:00 -0000

I have a hotsling, too, and I would totally marry it. Well, except for the whole already-being-married thing. I even have a fleece one for a little extra warm. It's loverly.

Re: First Impressions of Blogger Beta: A Review

Pamela — Fri, 25 Aug 2006 05:40:00 -0000

Many thanks for your visit Mr BlogBloke, which reminded me to follow up on the issue to see if there was any change in the situation with regard to the missing FTP settings. I was pleased to find this answer that says certain types of blogs will not be able to switch to the new BETA at the moment, among them, "A blog publishing via FTP to a non-BlogSpot server", but that they "be adding support for these blogs as soon as possible." So the news is not as bad as I feared. And agreed, for the price, one cannot complain either way. :)

Re: http://dreambenderpacu.blogspot.com/2009/10/tired-of-drama.html

Pamela — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 05:02:29 -0000

ahahahahah! tenk yu sa kanta! whahahhha gud luck sa tv! whahahah

Re: http://dreambenderpacu.blogspot.com/2009/08/music.html

Pamela — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 15:08:19 -0000

ahaha. ktawa man ko ui..violent reactions..ehehe
naibog ko..lingaw..huhu hay

Re: http://dreambenderpacu.blogspot.com/2009/07/h1n1.html

Pamela — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:34:23 -0000

daghanag endorphins ato oi..hehehe
hurot na? lol

Re: http://dreambenderpacu.blogspot.com/2009/05/gallery.html

Pamela — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:41:06 -0000

hala ka nice! can i shy?

Re: http://dreambenderpacu.blogspot.com/2009/05/gallery.html

Pamela — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:39:28 -0000

hala ka nice! can i shy?

Re: http://dreambenderpacu.blogspot.com/2009/04/youngcampbell.html

Pamela — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:41:36 -0000

ay sa kanya pala.

Re: http://dreambenderpacu.blogspot.com/2009/04/youngcampbell.html

Pamela — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:41:36 -0000

Re: http://dreambenderpacu.blogspot.com/2009/04/why-i-dont-go-to-church.html

Pamela — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:42:15 -0000

i feel you there.
haay.

Re: Formula 1 Night Race in Singapore

Pamela — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 01:41:00 -0000

I had no idea passes for F/1 were so outrageous. WOOO HOO!

Re: Blotanical – What a great graden blog Community

Pamela — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 22:15:00 -0000

Pam/Digging says:

Welcome to garden blogging and Blotanical. It is true that reading blogs can absorb all your time if you're not careful. But it's almost as fun as gardening itself.

By the way, your comment identity form is limited to those with Google/Blogger accounts. If you'll enable anonymous or "other" comments, you'll make it possible for non-Blogger folks to comment. Cheers.

Re: Blotanical – What a great graden blog Community

Pamela — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 22:15:00 -0000