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Re: http://spyswings.blogspot.com/2009/01/classical-rising-wedge.html

Rich — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 00:20:00 -0000

very much plays the part. We should get a blow off 'throw over' though before this collapses. I still think we come down and touch the bottom line tomorrow (around spx 890) before we go up for one final test of the top.

Best of luck!

http://ew-indextrader.blogspot.com/

Re: http://www.animationtipsandtricks.com/2009/10/whats-been-one-of-most-challenging.html

Rich — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:36:19 -0000

Hey Shawn, good read. I was wondering how much time you guys are given to R&D a rig like the one you described on devastator?

Rich

Re: http://www.animationtipsandtricks.com/2009/11/do-you-need-formal-education-to-get.html

Rich — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:15:35 -0000

Excellent post, Dr. Shawn. I can certainly agree with the assessment on how long it takes to learn animation without some sort of guidance from a school or mentor or even peers who have gone through such programs. I attempted to learn animation on my own for a decade before finally breaking down and enrolling in an animation school (AM, though don't think of me as biased - the same idea applies to any number of other fine animation schools and programs in the world,) and in just the first few class sessions I learned more than I had been able to learn in ten years of personal, non-guided, lonely study. You can certainly learn the basics on your own, but it takes focused knowledge and hard-nosed critique to turn that oozing ball into a bouncing ball.

So if a formal education is either cost-prohibitive or just not possible in any way, as Shawn says, get some books, get some free rigs, animate, and post it on forums or to 11-second Club, and get (and give) critiques from (and to) your peers. And don't get discouraged if some of the critiques are harsh! Honest opinions might not always be the ones you want to hear, but they're all designed to show you where the problems are and how to fix them. This is an incredibly collaborative and cooperative industry, and most of us who give feedback are merely trying to spread the magic around to anyone who wants to learn.

Re: Hate on Trial - ExChristian.Net - News and Opinion

Rich — Thu, 01 Nov 2007 12:24:00 -0000

Caleb said:

"I have a little habit of watching wbc videos on Youtube and posting comments. Comments that say things like, "the people of the Westboro Baptist Church are crazy, but they have biblical backing for their actions. They probably more accurately translate the message of the biblegod than most Christians do."

For atheist activists, this is an excellent strategy. We need to force believers into owning what is in their hate filled, misogynistic, intolerant texts. When confronted, Believers usual try to weasel out, claiming they don't personally subscribe to all the OT injunctions. But this is not the point. As long as the Christian Bible, Hebrew Bible and Koran continue to maintain these barbaric passages, innocent (and probably not too intelligent or educated) people will be taken in. Looked at dispassionately, the religious texts are a major source of religious sanctioned hatred and inspire some unbalanced people to act out.

Re: http://noumisphere.blogspot.com/2009/08/most-amazing-lego-creations.html

Rich — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 12:05:50 -0000

Any plans to credit the builders and link to them? You really should

Re: Love for fellow human beings - ExChristian.Net - Articles

Rich — Tue, 20 May 2008 23:41:00 -0000

Clair,
I try to capture classic rebuttals. I have a special file category: how to put down a Christian dork. Your response to PJ made the cut by a wide margin.

The reason your reply is to good is that you find a way to pivot off every silly concept the protagonist advances. Perfect! Are you a student of debate?

Re: Love for fellow human beings - ExChristian.Net - Articles

Rich — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:55:00 -0000

Wonderful post Jim, if we could get all parents to follow your example our work would be done. I should tell you about our facebook group:

The End of Hereditary Religion

It is new, but growing fast.

Re: Post Levels 1.0

Rich — Thu, 20 Jul 2006 16:12:41 -0000

Hi
The plugin seems to me exactly that what I need.
But when I want to download it, there only comes an website with advertisement.
Bye

Re: Do The (DETOUR MUSIC FEST, BITCH!) D.A.N.C.E.

Rich — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 16:53:44 -0000

Thanks for the mp3s. Have fun!

Re: Best rum cake ever

Rich — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 05:21:48 -0000

Is there a recipe forthcoming (I hope)?

Re: Why the environmental movement will die out

Rich — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 09:50:05 -0000

"...Toni relishes her decision with an almost religious zeal."

This is it in a nut(case) shell. When one denies God and his revelation, there will always be a substitution. Liberalism is a religion with high priests (think Gore), demons (think "big oil" and Bush) and various dogmas which are to be unquestionably believed (think "global warming deniers"). This lady is making her unborn child a neo-pagan sacrifice at the alter of environmentalism.

Pathetic. Truly pathetic.

Re: What Do You Think He Was About To Say?

Rich — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 11:30:00 -0000

Donna Brazile called Bubba on his "kid" comment.

Re: I Wish I Knew The Language of Fencing…

Rich — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 07:25:00 -0000

This reminds of that debate when Obama was asked why so many former Clinton advisers were now advising him. Hillary laughed and said, "I can't wait to hear this." That's when Obama said, "I'm looking forward to you advising me, too." Pow.

When faced with a sword at his neck, he's got an amazing ability to deftly take the sword out of his opponents' hands and run them through with it.

Game. Set. Obama

Re: Hitchens, The Black Church and Empowerment in Chicago

Rich — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 21:06:00 -0000

comiskey,

The boy's name was Lenard Clark. He made the mistake of riding his bike near Comiskey Park. He was 13 years old when it happened. Two of the white boys who beat Clark were not sentenced to prison.

Frank Caruso Jr. was sentenced to eight years. His family has ties to The Outift, what people in the rest of the country call the mafia. The judge who sentenced Caruso had a contract put out on his life by the Outfit.

Chicago is still a VERY segregated city. And Bridgeport is still a provincial, insulated neighborhood.

Re: I beat Rich Lassiter

Rich — Fri, 01 Oct 2004 13:56:00 -0000

strong work, man, you whupped my ass. I can't even beat my high score again, much less yours ;)

Re: Writing a Poem? Can’t think of a Word that’ll rhyme?

Rich — Sun, 10 Oct 2004 10:45:00 -0000

I'm not good at these
They tend to make my brain hurt
So I think I'll stop.

Re: Writing a Poem? Can’t think of a Word that’ll rhyme?

Rich — Tue, 12 Oct 2004 12:11:00 -0000

Look here now, bitches,
I haiku like a mofo
pack up your keyboards.

Just sit right back and
Enjoy this ride, 'cause I will
Roxor your pants off.

Think dm3 pwned?
Don't call it a come back, I
have been here for years.

I was L337 before
L337-speak was coined--the days of
Elite BBSs.

My modem granted
access to the pirate boards
Before Doom was out!

But now my main game
Is whatever I have time
to play on Xbox.

Star Wars Battlefronts
Is the game of the moment.
(Kill all the Gungans!)

But it's time is short,
Because on November 9th
Halo 2 comes out!

Re: Isaac Hayes Is A Huge Pussy

Rich — Fri, 24 Mar 2006 23:07:24 -0000

Isaac Hayes is a little bitch so i say fire his ass!!! Besides if you can laugh at other cultures and not feel bad then you should be able to deal with it towards your own culture. In general i thought the episode was funny because that pussy deserves it. Also i enjoyed how they killed chef...sort of.....and i hope Hayes has to crawl back to Trey and Parker and beg for his job back!!! Isaac Hayes Sucks!!!!

Re: Life Is Cruel…To Some

Rich — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 23:48:34 -0000

Mighty fine cholesterol numbers for the former Mr. Cheesburger. And a BP of 120/80 - you must of mellowed.

The Tuna

Re: Nonbreaking Space

Rich — Sat, 22 Dec 2007 16:40:59 -0000

I think Howard is a great storyteller, loved the style.

Rich

Re: 50 Things for 2008

Rich — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 18:09:43 -0000

Good list.

But the Frank I know always looks good in a suit.

Rich

Re: Sir Edmund Hillary Dies

Rich — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 20:31:40 -0000

I also thought of you when I read about Sir Edmund passing. I like how he described himself as an average person with modest abilities. I have alsways admired those who have achieved great things but remain humble.

Being at the base camp where these legends stayed would be such a great experience to take in.

The Tuna

Re: A Great Number

Rich — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 20:39:33 -0000

I know, its the number of days since your last cheeseburger.

The Tuna

Re: OhGizmo! » Archive » Canadian Teens Invent A Segway-like Motorcycle Called The Tango

Rich — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 04:35:24 -0000

This is the coolest electric motor bike. About the stopping on a bike..I have flipped over the handlebars, cracked my knee and nuts because a dog was trying to attack me...but I still ride my bike. Dont be a pansie...build them, ride them and have fun...just dont walk out in front of a car either!

Re: OhGizmo! » Archive » Let The Dog Out Without Ever Getting Up

Rich — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 20:55:41 -0000

These things are awesome. Everybody how sees mine thinks it is the coolest thing ever. It is the best there is too since it is the only one that is RFID. (No batteries needed for the collar.)

It will pay for itself eventually too as power bills are a bit lower since I am not opening and shutting the big door all the time. (And God know the flap does just let the outside air blow in.)

Re: COMMENTARY: Obama Leaves No Aftertaste In Rural America With ‘Bitter’ Remarks

Rich — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 18:39:37 -0000

Are you a member of Obama's Staff? Interesting spin. Ethanol subsidies are not a long term answer for the American farmer but you immediately dismiss JM's position. It is no surprise, you appear to be a liberal and I would not expect a liberal or a journalist to truly understand business or economics.

Re: 8 steps to a six figure career

Rich — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 17:03:52 -0000

Horrible,
My major is History and it took me 1 year (not 14) to earn 100k, have health insurance and travel on the company's money. The people who have to slave for 14 years to make this money are the ones who don't take risks and get a safe corporate job. Never settle like this guy.

Re: Economic Stimulus: Good for individuals or the overall economy, not both

Rich — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 06:46:55 -0000

I've got 6 hours next month that I don't have anything planned for. How much are you willing to pay for it? ;)

(As a fellow 'westsloper' and Club19 member, I might be willing to cut you a great deal!)

Re: Owning vs. Renting: Rule on Cable Boxes Expected to Hike Rates

Rich — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 08:55:07 -0000

There's a simple solution Cancel your cable.

Your kids will start talking to you again. You can take the TV out of your bedroom and your spouse will look for something else to do before sleep. With the extra $100 bucks a month you're saving you can upgrade that Ford Escort to something that starts in the winter.

Re: Owning vs. Renting: Rule on Cable Boxes Expected to Hike Rates

Rich — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 08:55:07 -0000

There's a simple solution Cancel your cable.

Re: Send Bill O’Reilly Back to School

Rich — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 15:19:01 -0000

To all...if your negative comments are based on the 5 second snippets you see here in this video clip rather than watching the "Factor" regularly... then your "Drinking the Kool-Aid" with the rest of them. Yeah...he gets angry at times with guests who are "spinning" the truth...but he's a champion of the people. Especially the children. Watch him...you'll like him.

Re: Gifted – Music

Rich — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 16:27:03 -0000

one of my buddies hit me up with the link for this and i have to say im pretty impressed. keep up the good work fellas, i look forward to hearing more.

Re: NashuaTelegraph.com: Blogs

Rich — Sat, 29 Sep 2007 11:32:12 -0000

I don't think you should publish every letter. In some cases they are simple CC campaigns or the like, which are merely marketing by the campaigns. I do think you should print LTE highlighting candidates. Prefrence should be given to locality, clarity and having something real to say about the candidate. If you're worried about balance try to match up a pro- and con- letter (if enough arrive). I'd also give preference to the second tier candidates, but that's just me.

I think the reason why you may be getting so many letters is the generally poor coverage of the candidates by the mainstream media, particularly of the non-frontrunners (who quite frankly are the only interesting ones).

I hear about and go to lots of events which never get any mention in the paper. Learn things about candidates I never read in the paper. And ask questions on topics I never read in the paper. I say if you want better letters, provide better coverage.

Re: Candidate op-eds: Yes or no?

Rich — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 05:36:28 -0000

The only pieces I would consider worthy of print are from the candidates themselves. Interest groups and the party can buy space or use their surrogates for LTEs like they usually do. Feel free to limit the length, but part of a newspaper's job is to inform the public. Back in the good old days, newspapers used to publish entire political speeches and dedicate huge amounts of coverage to all the candidates. Sadly, MSM coverage of elections has become a joke. At least with local candidates a local paper can improve the situation. And do post them online, since fewer and fewer people read the print edition.

Re: Use an RSS Reader: It’s easier than swinging by daily

Rich — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 11:28:00 -0000

Here are a couple of feeds from the CG Personnel Service Center you can setup if you'd like to know what's going on with personnel, pay and travel claims procedures.
PSC SPO and Direct Access News Updates:

http://www.uscg.mil/hq/psc/alspo/rss.xml

Personnel Service Center Travel and TPAX Updates:

http://www.uscg.mil/hq/psc/travel/t-pax/rss.xml

Re: Coast Guard electronic mailing list

Rich — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 09:45:00 -0000

Very interesting. I've been looking to setup some sort subscription mailing list for a while now. Thanks for the tip!

Re: Leaked: ABC’s Stephanopoulos interviews John McCain

Rich — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 10:01:48 -0000

Senator McBush, if your daughter wanted to be a porn star, would you support her career choice?....

Also, why did you make such a mean-spirited joke about Chelsea Clinton in 1998?...(the joke I'm referring to was the one at a fundraiser where McCain said "Do you know why Chelsea Clinton is so ugly"?....Answer: Because her father was Janet Reno)....

Re: Sticking Point Analysis and Poker

Rich — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 10:33:00 -0000

If you are looking to be profitable at poker sngs are the worst format to learn. They have basically been mathematically solved at this point and even if you could win at the highest limits (which is basically impossible at this point since everyone has such a small edge and the rake is so high) a mid stakes cash game player will still be blowing your hourly rate out of the water. I'm not sure how UB sngs play now a days but I know on stars and full tilt that even the $50 level is infested w/ mostly regulars that understand the math of sngs (ICM that first guy talks about) that is completely counter intuitive and no way to learn it other than studying it to death. Also, sit n goes have little to no carryover to any other form of poker besides late in tournaments.

Just like in pu the most important thing about improving is opening a bunch of sets ie playing a ton of hands. The guys that are winning lucrative amounts of money have basically played millions of hands w/ constant analytical thinking about those hands and other hands along w/ theory posted on strategy forums and fellow winning players (sound familiar?). The good news though, is that poker is a deep and incredibly fun game no matter what limits you play and you can make pretty substantial hourly rates compared to 9-5 jobs even playing something like 50 NL. Good luck but more importantly have fun!

ps. also like the first guy said, not being results oriented is INCREDIBLY important in poker and that's why it's so hard to learn on your own but I think you are definitely on the right track and have the mindset to improve. For example, with SNGs for a sample to even have an ounce of significance you need to play at least 1,000 so don't put too much stock into any short term randomness and make sure you are being honest and logical w/ your sticking point analysis.

Re: Baird on immunity for telecoms

Rich — Sat, 20 Oct 2007 19:05:17 -0000

My big reason against telecom immunity, and why progressives ought to fight against it, is if corporations were liable for what they do in this, they would resist these unwarranted erosions of our constitution. If they win their bid for immunity, they can simply cop to Baird's faulty argument that - to paraphrase him - "We were just following orders from the big, bad government". Corporations have the power, sadly enough, to write their own ticket and define the rules. There are providers that are saying no, and are probably under fire. Giant companies like AT & T could say no - and that would be the end of the argument - but instead bend over for Bushco.
In some ways this reminds me of the pharmaceutical companies that managed to ram forward waiving liability with regard to immunization drugs in the Patriot Act.

Re: our national sickness

Rich — Sun, 21 Oct 2007 17:45:28 -0000

A big fuck you to the tobacco lobby and the smokers who didn't want to pay another 60 cents a pack to fund healthcare for working-poor children, even if you didn't know about it. I smoked for fifteen years and was always unconsciously grateful when the price went up. It was instrumental in me cutting back to the point of finally quitting.
An especially emphatic fuck you to the big, fat slob I saw driving down Padden Expressway, smoking inside a car full of toddlers. As much as I wanted to free them and make them orphans with my tire iron, I still have my own kids to raise.

Re: Barcelona Update #2

Rich — Wed, 21 Apr 2004 14:31:26 -0000

The Closer's Rule and Picasso is a freak!!

[Originally posted: 03/07/2003 11:42:54 PM]

Re: Killer In The Shadow : All PS3 Themes

Rich — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 16:08:28 -0000

Awesome but too bright that you can't read the text. If the text was black, it would be flawless. Great, great job though.

Re: Unreal Tournament 3 03 : All PS3 Themes

Rich — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 16:23:16 -0000

AWESOME!

Re: MGS4 In-Game Screenshot Theme HD : All PS3 Themes

Rich — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 18:03:52 -0000

Ace theme keep up good work

Re: New The Streets – Everything Is Borrowed

Rich — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 18:27:04 -0000

So fantastic! I cant wait for the album!

Re: The New Stuff

Rich — Tue, 08 Jun 2004 17:12:00 -0000

Damn dude. And to think I was only going to read the stuff I've slammed with. Need a new plan....

hehehehe

See you later?

Re: Pumpkin Seeds: Wizard of Oz Edition

Rich — Fri, 13 Aug 2004 17:23:00 -0000

anonymous blog posters should all be killed...anonymously.

Re: Pumpkin Seeds: Are You Ready For Some Football? Edition

Rich — Sat, 28 Aug 2004 04:18:00 -0000

I can't find the fantasy slam league anywhere on Yahoo. You MUST link me to that shit!

Do they have haters and shitty judges online too?

Re: http://loudpoet.com/2004/09/14/480/

Rich — Wed, 15 Sep 2004 01:53:00 -0000

E-silence, my ass.

Welcome...back?

Re: http://loudpoet.com/2004/09/20/484/

Rich — Mon, 20 Sep 2004 14:19:00 -0000

Oye, folks, wise up.

You honestly think either of you would be happy away from a major metropolis? Bethlehem, my ass. When the best thing a town has going for it is its proximity to Easton and Allentown...that means ISSUES.

And what the f#&*? Wyoming? Naples, FL? Come off the ledge now. LOL

The big drawback to this area is the overpriced friggin real estate. We know this. But. This is the price one pays for living in an overcrowded area. I dunno, blame the colonizers and their shoddy ass city planning.

North Bergen. Union City. Fairview, even. These are probably your best bets, unless you truly want to escape the crazy life. I could reasonably bet you'd miss it quick though.

OR! You might try looking somewhere off the Palisades Parkway. You can buy on a semi-secluded property, pay taxes for decent schools, and be 20 minutes from Washington Heights if you or the kiddies need an emergency chimichurri.

AND! If you really want the kids exposed to Latino culture...build me a guest room and I'll be their walking culture guru.

"Kids...can you say 'habichuela?'"

Re: http://loudpoet.com/2004/09/20/484/

Rich — Mon, 20 Sep 2004 14:24:00 -0000

Oh and Miami? It's nice. I like it. But hella expensive. And I'm told they don't take kindly to Kucinich voters in those parts. :-P

Re: Pumpkin Seeds: Nouns I Don’t Get Edition

Rich — Sat, 09 Oct 2004 17:44:00 -0000

From what I've seen, Leno is only funny when he's off the cuff...even then, not so much. Letterman is worse. Now Conan O'Brien on the other hand...pure friggin' genius.

Re: http://loudpoet.com/2004/10/21/510/

Rich — Fri, 22 Oct 2004 10:04:00 -0000

my father would NOT stop watching that clip....and laughing his ass off.

Re: http://loudpoet.com/2004/11/29/542/

Rich — Mon, 29 Nov 2004 19:20:00 -0000

hmm. Sleep deprivation affecting your moods? Misdirected anger?

I'm a father already!

Re: Because You Demanded It!

Rich — Wed, 06 Apr 2005 16:14:00 -0000

now...

is this pronounced Guy Stuff (rhymes with "High Fluff"), or Guy Stuff (rhymes with "Flea Cuff")?

Re: "Backyards Are Overrated."

Rich — Mon, 11 Apr 2005 16:16:00 -0000

!

You suburbanite scum!

Bloomfield is all close to me n' shit. Well. Not CLOSE, but it's practically my old stomping grounds.

As a pool owner (well, quasi...it's my folks', but somehow it ends up my responsibility)...I can honestly say that the presence of a pool is enough for me NOT to buy a house, unless that sucker is inground and screened in, with one of those maintenance-free chlorinator/pool pump combo jobbers.

Don't be afraid of a new bathroom though, dude...if this trend continues, those little home improvement deals often pay for themselves in a year or two of equity-building. Maybe less.

Re: Long Story Short

Rich — Fri, 20 May 2005 16:05:00 -0000

Let me know if you need anything.

And now, to re-send the email I sent to the loudpoet address. (grumble)

Re: Best Looking Family Ever!

Rich — Wed, 03 Aug 2005 14:16:00 -0000

d'ohhhhh, que cute.

you do realize you've created CLONES, yes?

Re: Like a bad penny…

Rich — Fri, 21 Oct 2005 15:29:00 -0000

All hail the SUGAR RAY LEONARD of spoken word!

I'd go see ya, being that it's fairly close to my house, but y'know. Acentos and all.

ALSO! In today's episode of "Being Like Guy"....Rich steps down from the Open Room! My last show's tonight. Tune in next week when I read an ill-advised poem at the Wednesday night slam...

Re: A little place of calm » Blog Archive » My mystery UFO

Rich — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 23:01:18 -0000

Change in air pressure i think. Does anyone know if there is a pattern to copy it and build your own one? ;)

Re: A little place of calm » Blog Archive » My mystery UFO

Rich — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 23:05:14 -0000

False hope. It is string.
http://www.abovetopsecret.com/forum/thread41533...

Re: The Whigs @ Pianos, 4/5/06

Rich — Thu, 06 Apr 2006 03:07:00 -0000

Glad you enjoyed our boys! We miss 'em here in Atlanta/Athens. Oh, and the album really is good. ;)

Re: I Am Trying to Break Your Hip

Rich — Thu, 06 Apr 2006 03:13:00 -0000

FYI, that REM thingy was at the 40 Watt in Athens, not here in Atlanta.

Re: The Thanks We Get

Rich — Sun, 27 May 2007 20:18:00 -0000

Thanks for the heads-up.

Ya know, I heard this song in a VW (Rabbit? Golf?) commercial this week. Surprised me.

Re: http://www.aeropause.com/2006/06/prey-demo-review/

Rich — Sun, 25 Jun 2006 19:29:32 -0000

One thing about the AI you might want to know is that it does get harder as you progress, the AI is designed to become tougher as you get used to the weapons and puzzles.

Re: http://www.aeropause.com/2006/08/street-fighter-2-hyper-fighting-wednesday/

Rich — Tue, 01 Aug 2006 21:03:10 -0000

Ryuuuken! HA

Re: http://www.aeropause.com/2006/07/over-g-fighters-review/

Rich — Wed, 30 Aug 2006 09:47:01 -0000

From the standpoint of realism, this is a better game than others. True, for the average gamer it would be pretty slow. But I liked it cause for once I actually saw a game thats more real. No 500 homming missles and unlimited guns. If you run out of your set up (which is realistic for each aircraft) head back to base and land for more. No fake 9+G turns with no effect. The game actually shows you what happens to a pilots vision while doing that.

Re: UI Designer Taking Suggestions for Xbox 360 Dashboard

Rich — Thu, 07 Sep 2006 15:44:10 -0000

My advice would be to not redo much. The interface is already pretty good. Only a few small things have ever bothered me. Definetly the best interface so far!

Re: Help Me Buy A Laptop!

Rich — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 14:07:05 -0000

Oh man! That sucks Luis, I'm sorry to hear that!

I've donated too.. I hope you can get the ball back rolling soon.

PS: Dave, you're an asshole. Luis does have a job, but not everyone can dish out 1500+ spontaneously. Most people have rent/car/gas/food/and other bills to worry about. Also, economical theft insurance is hard to find these days.

Re: Ana’s Best Albums, Songs, and Movies of 2008

Rich — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 16:58:08 -0000

Ever thought about going to a store and say â€œoh you know that dvd looks interesting, maybe I should check it outâ€.

Yes, because the MAJORITY of people do that.... "Anonymous" has a point, most people watch a movie because it was referred. I don't see how his pointing that how give him a sub par IQ? And if you're tying to ignore him, why the fuck is your comment to him the longest one here?

Re: Zulus gonna getcha

Rich — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 05:58:00 -0000

This is shaping up to be a really special event. Another great jewel in the crown of Brum's grass roots event roster. Rich Xx

Re: Pete the Feet Merchandise

Rich — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 22:24:00 -0000

Pete's lighters are brilliant, he doesn't just do the feet ogo ones though, various other lighter cover designs have been crafted by the legendary Pete the Feet. All are pretty damn good. Shame the smoking ban means not as many people will get one...

Re: Switch off your TV

Rich — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 07:15:00 -0000

not a problem - ours blew up a couple of weeks ago and we're not going to bother replacing it!

Rich

Xx

Re: Granddaddy, The Lakers, and a Poem

Rich — Thu, 08 May 2008 23:41:00 -0000

u got me missing my granddaddy. he was my man. i hated that alzheimer's took him from me long before his actual death.

Re: Granddaddy, The Lakers, and a Poem

Rich — Thu, 08 May 2008 23:42:00 -0000

oh, hi, I've been through before, but i think this is my first time commenting.

Re: Any Other Catholic Dads Out There?

Rich — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 18:48:00 -0000

Count me in.

REW

Re: Any Other Catholic Dads Out There?

Rich — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 18:50:00 -0000

Sorry, forgot the email address:

eyehackerblog@yahoo.com

Re: Shutting Out The Silence

Rich — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 18:59:00 -0000

I can deal with the "noise of the world." What I really have a problem with is noise in the Church. At several of the Catholic Churches that we attend, constant conversations are the norm. It is likely that most of the conversants are unaware that they are disturbing the prayers of others and violating what my parents taught as "reverential silence."

Re: Photo Hunters #76 Paper

Rich — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 21:40:00 -0000

A bit of Catholic trivia. You may be interested to know that seismology was long regarded as a Jesuit science. The Jesuits dominated this science for decades. In fact, a local Jesuit university (John Carroll) has (had) a seismograph on campus here in Cleveland!

See this page as an example:

http://www.seismosoc.org/about/ES_Jesuits.html

Re: Surreal Days in So Cal

Rich — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 18:45:00 -0000

We're praying for all in your area.

Re: Interview: David Hoffman on CABAL Online and the Business of OGPlanet

Rich — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 03:23:38 -0000

Cabal in both korea and europe were managed so much better than cabal in USA. OG planet made it almost a scam through lowering experience gained / drop rate just so you can purchase their items with real money. It is free to play, free to download, but that is beside the point of having to spend so much money in order to enjoy it. Many bugs are not fixed when it should be in Beta, but I guess OG planet rushed to finish beta so they can get the income. Spend some of that money to improve and give back to the community.

Re: I love my exterminator

Rich — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 10:23:00 -0000

LOVE THE EVA BRAUN LINE!
Look what happened to that relationship.

Re: Body Language segment 10/16/07

Rich — Sat, 20 Oct 2007 12:46:00 -0000

You little princess, don't stop being such a smart ass to all who dare speak to you. Every spot you do is perfectly written and delivered with great timing not to mention beauty. If you were a computer I would love to defragment your hard drive.

Re: Warning: this one’s not funny

Rich — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 15:52:00 -0000

98! We are all in a contest to see how long we can hang in here. Your grany made it to 98 so that puts her on the All Star team. Being a part of you she must have been hot stuff with a great sense of humor. Remember her often and learn from good things about her life.
Rich N

Re: I plane blogged! (but can only post it now)

Rich — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 14:14:00 -0000

A star like you shouldn't have to contend with plane mates and street jerks like this. Don't they recognize you and feel intimidated? I think you are not putting out that too cool celebrity vibe that you have earned through deadlines, early mornings and late nights. Come on Alison you are a STAR!!!

Re: I’m obsessed with her dog

Rich — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 17:31:00 -0000

I love the way these short notes from you take me on a wild ride of rapidly changing subjects and emotions. This one is classic and made me dizzy half way through! Your writing is as brilliant as you are beautiful!

Re: Before and After phrases that will never appear on Wheel of Fortune

Rich — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 20:56:00 -0000

Pardon my French tickler. Haha.

Yours are better. :-)

Re: Before and After phrases that will never appear on Wheel of Fortune

Rich — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 21:01:00 -0000

Top of the morning wood.

I'm really done now.

Re: Clinical trials and research studies I’d like to be a part of

Rich — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 17:27:00 -0000

I love how you have a tag called "Highly Specific Scenarios Involving Ducks." Haha.

Re: Stand up versus TV

Rich — Thu, 14 May 2009 19:33:00 -0000

Horrible, but timely, joke of the day that corresponds to the second paragraph of this blog post:

Q. What do you call the trip that people took to see Alison at the comedy club?

A. A star trek!

Kill me now.

Re: The Power of the White Out

Rich — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 18:55:42 -0000

Where do you get the 5-2 white out record? From my understanding we are only 3-3 with it. (wins coming from osu, wisc, and nd) (loses from purdue, mich, osu). Well I suppose you could count the Orangle Bowl victory because that was a called-in-advance white out. The Outback Bowl was declared a white out at the pep rally the day before, but white wasn't overly dominant in Raymond James Stadium.

This article (http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/...) says,
"
According to D'Elia, Penn State first tried the White Out during the 2004 season, when Purdue came to town with Heisman Trophy candidate Kyle Orton at quarterback. Orton struggled, and Purdue was held a couple of hundred yards below its average in total offense, but the Boilermakers won, 20-13"

Re: The Power of the White Out

Rich — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 16:47:04 -0000

I'm surprised you're counting the Alamo Bowl. Sure psu called another at the pep rally, but I mean come on. That dome was 80% Texas A&M fans. Plus, the psu fans that did come wore even less white than people at the Outback bowl. Also give psu fans some credit...Tennessee fans did not "outnumber lion fans by a large margin. I was there and 'studied' just that. It was really hard to tell who had the advantage and I just called it a 50-50 split.

Nevertheless, the whiteout does seem to help our team (and others). Whether it produces wins or not, it energizes the fans and the players.

Re: Student WHITE OUT Declared for Michigan this Saturday

Rich — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 19:03:18 -0000

I agree about wasting a whiteout. Michigan is 2 - 4 this season and just lost to Toledo. Come on. We are definitely on the way to over-doing the whiteout if we keep this up.

Re: Student WHITE OUT Declared for Michigan this Saturday

Rich — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 17:17:32 -0000

haha,

is that sarcasism? because we are haveing one. Well there is always a pep rally on Old Main lawn as a part of homecoming, but this year I think Joe Pa and team are going to be there.

Re: Not Again! PSU Players Caught Smoking the Ganja | NittanyWhiteOut

Rich — Thu, 07 May 2009 02:54:01 -0000

good research

Re: Lowe-ring the Price

Rich — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 16:44:01 -0000

funny comment about the 'real wealth'...i totally agree with you in the 4+ range. ocean views, walkstreets, strand etc...these are trophy properties for the rich. walk the strand in the winter...how many have lights on at night? very few, they arent people's first or even second home. now go to the tree section and check out the 2mm homes...who owns them? lotsa young families over there, in their prime earning years. most of them are not pro athletes.

Re: A Surprising Development on MBB

Rich — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 17:16:03 -0000

They must be kidding. Those are prices for SFRs in prime tree locations! I expect there will be open houses Sunday after Sunday throughout the year!

Re: Open Forum (1/29-2/2)

Rich — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 17:35:27 -0000

But you cannot refute the fact that many houses have lowered listing prices multiple times (not all builder-owned). To me, that is a sign of distress. Otherwise, they would pull out of the market and just hold on until the house value doubles in 2010.

Re: Best Deals of 2008 – Sand Section

Rich — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 20:25:10 -0000

My situation is similar to yours in every aspect. I am waiting as nice houses are still asking upwards of 2M and those lower-priced houses have significant issues generally. With one bad economic data after another, many buyers will want to wait and the sellers will have to lower their asking prices. I am waiting to buy those houses currently asking 2.2-2.6M for around 1.5-1.7M. I belive it will be possible by the end of the year.

Re: Best Deals of 2008 – Sand Section

Rich — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 20:53:53 -0000

I disagree with EMB Realtor. Drops in house prices occur slowly after stock market crash, going on for years. In 1987, the stock market crashed. The housing market crash followed later and continued till mid to late 90's. Using that as a guide, houses will continue to drop for a few years as stocks went down in 08.

Re: Westside Crashing?

Rich — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 15:58:20 -0000

I like your analysis. If I have to pick, Lackwood wll not rise (not soon anyway), MB will fall. Just ask the MB builders who own new constructions.

Re: Westside Crashing?

Rich — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 17:15:40 -0000

Actually, for me it has been good. I sold my house and moved to LA for a nice job and am currently renting. I will wait a little bit before I put downpay for a house. I think the timing has been good for me.

Re: DOM Champs

Rich — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 12:55:33 -0000

You were quite generous in stating "average house" as most would claim the 1154 2nd Street property to be quite below average quality in terms of new (at the time of completion, any way) construction.

Re: Loose Change

Rich — Tue, 14 Nov 2006 13:54:00 -0000

Thank God he blessed people to be able to deal with that aspect of ministry.

Re: Dear Chris Anderson, an Open Letter to Make Things Right

Rich — Thu, 01 Nov 2007 16:27:00 -0000

Brian,

I really appreciated your authenticity on the subject.

We were discussing some of your ideas at lunch on how to get back what e-mailed news releases took away (the subject for yet another post). I think the best advice for most public relations is to get back to the basics...

Number of placements was never what public relations was really supposed to be about. That is probably the number one misconception that tied the hands of public relations professionals. Break that measure and the rest will follow.

At least, that is what I think.

Best,

Rich

Re: The Race to 1,000,000 Followers Sends Twitter and Social Media into Relevance and Irrelevance

Rich — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 18:15:00 -0000

Let's not forget Ashton is running billboards in several cities. It seems apparent that integrated communication has helped him drive ahead.

I think its much simpler. People want to feel directly to people they once thought as out of reach.

Best,

Rich

Re: http://www.animationtipsandtricks.com/2009/10/whats-been-one-of-most-challenging.html

Rich — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:36:19 -0000

Hey Shawn, good read. I was wondering how much time you guys are given to R&D a rig like the one you described on devastator?

Rich

Re: Anti-Evolutionist Runs Unopposed for Board of Education Presidency - ExChristian.Net - News and Opinion

Rich — Tue, 22 May 2007 18:38:00 -0000

Here is a great example of what inattention and apathy lead to. Why didn't someone take action to prevent this?

Re: Thank-you God for opening my mind - Testimonies of Ex-Christians

Rich — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 12:15:00 -0000

Quote
That Source created time, gravity, dark matter, dark energy, our solar system, the universe, electrons, protons, neutrons, quarks, leptons and mesons -- the inner workings of the atom. Also, endlessness, infinity and beyond, and nothingness -- all are creations. Jezuz, xianity, man-made religion have nothing to do with this very Source of ALL. As a matter of fact, they have nothing to do with anything of substance in the cosmos or our life. Our Creator keeps ALL in place; us living; the universe expanding -- moment-by-moment, like a heart beat. Scientists have recently discovered a heart beat -- unceasing pulses in the universe.
unquote
So because there are things we cannot explain (yet) we must accept some supernatural explanation". This is nothing more than the "god of the gaps". This is a false dichotomy. Atheists are not afraid of admitting there are many things we do not know. The real choice is between fantasy and having the courage to face a universe that wants to kill us, free of dizzy explanations.

Re: I am an Agnostic Theist - Testimonies of Ex-Christians

Rich — Wed, 21 Mar 2007 12:08:00 -0000

Brian,
If you want to read the most persuasive argument that there is no God, read Richard Dawkins'"The God Delusion", Chapter 4 Why there almost certainly is no God".

A quote from Thomas Jefferson, which contains my new word for the day: duperies, opens the chapter. The quote is worth memorizing.

Good luck

Re: A response to Christians regarding my thoughts on the god delusion - ExChristian.Net - Articles

Rich — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 14:45:00 -0000

Paul,
Your comments resonate with me even though thanks to my intelligent and broadminded mother, I escaped the clutches of the evangelicals that infested the small Western Colorado town of my childhood. By midlife I was a dues paying Humanist and now I call myself a 9/11 anti-theist. Since that pivotal day in 2001 I have devoted many days of my life searching for an answer to the problems theism leaves in its wake. No god/no fear is correct: we are witnessing the dawn of a new revolution, and the critical part of that revolution will be to create a worldwide movement to end the hereditary nature of religious practice. Minor children can and must be protected from childhood indoctrination. This is the only way to make religion eventually stand or fall based on the objective informed decisions of rational people. There are many good things religion offers people, but all of them can be accomplished without resort to the superstition and dogma that poisons so many minds. The chain of infection from generation must be smashed for good if humanity is to move on to a future sans madmen with horrendous designs. This first goal of the revolution requires that we correct the imbalance between the weight parental authority enjoys over the rights of children to autonomy and self determination. As things stand now, children are treated like property for parents to do with what they wish.

Re: A response to Christians regarding my thoughts on the god delusion - ExChristian.Net - Articles

Rich — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 12:42:00 -0000

Peking John writes:
"It was interesting to read your letter. I would like to ask why 911 was such a pivotal day for you in terms of your religious beliefs and whether you think many other Americans feel the same way."

I can really only answer for myself, but I think it gave a lot of Americans serious pause, and I believe Sam Harris's success with his seminal book "The End of Faith" is an indicator that a lot of people saw the problem as I did. Sam Harris was a catalyst, because he went after the problem in a no holds barred fashion. Religion as it is presently practiced is a grave threat and has to go. While we can all agree that there are many good things religion provides, the myths, dogma, superstition and authoritarianism are detrimental to a healthy mind and healthy society. Only people drugged with the dogma of an eternal life in paradise as a reward for their sacrifice could have performed the suicidal missions 9/11 required. The human instinct for self preservation is probably only second to the desire to procreate (they may be in a tie at times). In any case, the hijackers believed they were getting a twofer, eternal life and willing sexual companions. These sexually repressed and insecure young men were programmed from early childhood to believe the unbelievable and were thus easily manipulated. The disturbing thing is that there may be millions more out there just as programmed and just as inclined towards radicalism and heavenly rewards.

Re: The Good For Nothing Type of Christianity - ExChristian.Net - Articles

Rich — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 13:19:00 -0000

Brian, you write:
I am not claiming that atheism is the answer either, first of all atheism doesn’t tell you how to live your life. Think of atheism as an illuminated road sign that warns you not to fall into that big “sucker trap” of religion!
--end of quote--

But nowhere in your article do you mention secular Humanism. This philosophy most assuredly tells us how to live our lives. It is safe to say that most atheists subscribe to secular Humanism. The most prominent advocate is Paul Kurtz and his organization Center for Free Inquiry (CFI). In recent years, there has been a phenomenal growth internationally of the CFI.

http://www.centerforinquiry.net/

Re: The Good For Nothing Type of Christianity - ExChristian.Net - Articles

Rich — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 19:49:00 -0000

Brian,
I do not get your criticism. Why shouldn't Paul Kurtz offer advice? It certainly is better advice than you'll get down at your local Christian church or from a mystic, or an Indian Guru. The world is full of advice givers, Dr Laura, Dr. Phil, and so on. Just because advice is on offer no one is holding a gun to your head. Except possibly the Christians who are full of blandishments no one can possibly deliver on. Eternal life, anyone? Pray for the sick?

You need to do some splainin, mister. You did not touch my point that atheists mostly support Humanism (except the rabid atheists who think Humanists are all a bunch of wimps).

Re: The Good For Nothing Type of Christianity - ExChristian.Net - Articles

Rich — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 05:30:00 -0000

Brian,
I stand corrected. I returned to your comment and I see you were not saying anything negative about Paul. But there was a qualifier in the middle of your post that I apparently seized on.

"But I don't like the idea of telling people how to live their lives."

You were trying to express unrelated ideas in one paragraph without making it clear you were comparing and contrasting opposing ideas, a perfectly legitimate exposition technique. The difficulty is the ideas in your paragraph are contradictory, and so they needed more explication.

Or a more careful reader.

Re: The Good For Nothing Type of Christianity - ExChristian.Net - Articles

Rich — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 20:11:00 -0000

No matter how generous or how self sacrificing such Christians are, I can never erase the doubt in the back of my mind that their motive is self-aggrandizement. I see them as having a deep psychological need for approval from their pious co-believers. They operate under the self deception that they can be Christ-like. What power, just humble yourself, wash some feet and you can be like Christ!

I cannot respect this. In the Philippines some Catholics flay themselves and actually suffer crucifixion, in an effort to become like Jesus. Religion is unhealthy for the mind.

Re: All Christians are moral relativists - ExChristian.Net - Articles

Rich — Mon, 12 May 2008 11:57:00 -0000

A great explanation of why depending on a book for morality is really not a good idea. I wrote a satire on this topic:

The Christian Morality Help Center Project

You can read it on Helium.
http://www.helium.com/items/932156-christian-morality-center-projectchristians

Re: Love for fellow human beings - ExChristian.Net - Articles

Rich — Tue, 20 May 2008 13:23:00 -0000

I come here often to analyze the personal narratives people write. I am an independent researcher/writer with no formal training in religion. I am also a lifetime escape artist that grew up in a non-religious household.

I started a discussion on Amazon.com in the parenting forum because I wanted to go directly to parents and ask them to say why they thought they had the right to force religion on their children.

Boy did I get some reactions. The discussion has been going for over two months and is nearing 900 posts with about 130 participants. Most are religious. You can tell.

I have posted assertions that religion has downsides for the mental health of people and therefore it should not be entered into lightly. Parents, I say, may have the right legally to instruct their children in the tenets of their religion, but it is morally wrong to take advantage of vulnerable children, be they your own or not. Put aside the fact that all organized religions abuse their children this way.

I never got a single person to say, "you know you are right, we should wait until the child is at least (10, 12, 15) before we start brainwashing them"

Child development experts say around the age of 8 or 9 is when children can begin to discern that adults, which they are naturally disposed to trust, may not always truthfully represent reality.

Maybe some of you who have been wounded by childhood indoctrination could come and add to the Amazon.com discussion. Maybe you know the right questions to ask. Have any of you confronted your parents or do you feel it is best to just let it slide as long as they are not like Grandmother in this post.

Re: Love for fellow human beings - ExChristian.Net - Articles

Rich — Tue, 20 May 2008 23:30:00 -0000

Link to the Amazon.com parenting discussion for those interested. Here is the starting point.

http://www.amazon.com/tag/parenting/forum/ref=cm_cd_pg_newest?%5Fencoding=UTF8&cdForum=Fx20C498EK5JY4S&cdPage=1&cdSort=oldest&cdThread=Tx2CZZFKFXLZ0XM&displayType=tagsDetail

I hope that long URL works.

Since the discussion is so long, I suggest you jump to the last entry and then read back 20 or 40 posts to catch a flavor of what is current.

The Amazon.com forum software does not follow the ususal formula for these kinds of applications. Poke around at the colored text to see who is answering who.

Thanks

Re: Incredibly inept HOA action!

Rich — Mon, 07 Aug 2006 08:36:54 -0000

When people do not have anything else to do with their lives they do things to make them feel like they are making a difference. The board members of HOA of Millstone Ridge are those type of people. Sounds like a soap opera to me. He said she said this and that. WHHHAAAAAAAA!!

Re: This is South Carolina Football

Rich — Sun, 21 Aug 2005 21:19:00 -0000

"Gamecock fans justify their horrible football record thru the strength of the SEC conference. But let’s look at the Gamecock’s record against the other big 4 conferences. South Carolina is 172-221-18 vs the ACC, 6-8 vs the Big 12, 22-26-5 vs the Big East, and 3-5 vs the Big Ten. This is Carolina Gamecock Football." Now we say this is Carolina Gamecock Football because the losing continues. And the reason this is posted is because every year before the Clemson / Carolina game you can hear coming from just about every USC fan's mouth that they will beat us. They rarely do, and, yet again, leave the stadium saying "We'll get you next year, we'll get you next year". I hear that junk every year because I have been to the past 13 Clemson Carolina games. Only 2 of those 13 times have Carolina fans actually had somthing to brag about. And another thing REVBILL....you look at one year...that would be real sad if USC fans come to the clemson carolina game every year and not even have a better record then us one stinking year. Oh and for the person that said Carolina has basketball and baseball and etc. thats bullcrap. Carolina has only won a Championship in track and field. So it seems like losing is in the Carolina tradition. And to all of the USC fans going crazy about Steve Spurrier coaching the Cocks this year...lets hope he shows Carolina the magic just like he did to Washington....and why is Carolina getting these coaches that have been washed up for almost 10 years now? It doesnt make sense?

Re: This is South Carolina Football

Rich — Sun, 21 Aug 2005 21:29:00 -0000

Clemson beats teams like Flordia State (in 2003)and Miami...and the best teams yall have beaten in the past two years are Alabama and Arkansas? Who cares if you won six games with that push over schedual? We whipped Tennessee the season before last also but beating Vanderbilt, Kentucky, Troy (whoever the hell that is)and South Flordia (another powerhouse) makes Clemson look crappy? If we had Carolinas schedual from last year we would of had a great chance of going 7-2 at the least. So you can bring up these push over scheduals to say USC is better then Clemson if you want, but youll look like an ass. Also we killed Carolina this past season also so to correct REVBILL we had 6 wins and 4 losses

Re: This is South Carolina Football

Rich — Sun, 21 Aug 2005 21:31:00 -0000

also everything i posted can be verified by Googling Clemson CArolina football.

Re: Dear Chris Anderson, an Open Letter to Make Things Right

Rich — Thu, 01 Nov 2007 16:27:00 -0000

Re: The Race to 1,000,000 Followers Sends Twitter and Social Media into Relevance and Irrelevance

Rich — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 18:15:00 -0000

Re: JIMM 31 – I Feel It Too

Rich — Mon, 16 Jan 2006 01:25:00 -0000

Hey! I provided some exposure to your show, too! :(
LOL

Your promo was played on Episode 8 - Set to Numb: http://miamivalleymusicast.com/?p=15

</... I just played your voice message feedback on Episode 19.

Thanks for the show and the music...

Rich

Miami Valley Musicast

Re: The Shins – Wincing The Night Away

Rich — Wed, 31 Dec 1969 19:00:00 -0000

pah!

in my opinion theyve taken everything thats great about them and stepped it up a gear by adding the lush production. their best album by far - gets better with every listen.

Re: Highland Park

Rich — Tue, 29 Nov 2005 09:38:10 -0000

Highland Park is my favorite place in the world.

Re: arsenal lanes, lawrenceville

Rich — Mon, 05 Dec 2005 11:36:40 -0000

Jason, the Dormont Lanes in Dormont drills holes in bowling balls. Stores like Dick's do only if you bought your ball at their store. Otherwise, Dormont and one in Norwin or Irwin does...

Re: Sticking Point Analysis and Poker

Rich — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 10:33:00 -0000

Re: New John Legend and Andre 3000 – Green Light (Diplo Dade Count 1988 Mix)

Rich — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 00:13:53 -0000

I've seen that photo before but I don't remember where. Do you have a link to the set?

Re: Broncos lose 2nd game in 5 days

Rich — Fri, 24 Nov 2006 11:14:24 -0000

Cutler or Plummer, I think the biggest problem is Shanahan is coaching not to lose, instead of coaching to win.

Re: 008447042622

Rich — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 15:40:50 -0000

This has called me a few times. Its an indian sounding guy. I guess its a call center, I just hang up. When will they learn ?

Re: Konvict Muzik’s Bu Shows You The Life Of A Young Music Exec

Rich — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 05:19:40 -0000

this is cool thx 4 sharing

Re: Inside Drake’s Record Deal

Rich — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 14:48:02 -0000

dis nigga got 1 of the best deals in the bizness

Re: Who Do You Want To See Featured On MakingTheMogul.com?

Rich — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 18:09:54 -0000

I think you should interview some popular bloggers to talk about how they got there and what it takes.

Re: 02920368797

Rich — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:49:04 -0000

I have received the same - Im approaching the end of a T-mobile contract

Re: Peter Bjorn and John – Living Thing

Rich — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 19:11:38 -0000

hahaha, were those supposed to be remarks that compliment the song?

I really dig the track, but I found it funny.

Re: Kevin Rudolf – Welcome To The World (ft. Kid Cudi)

Rich — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 17:47:16 -0000

This song is so catchy! I wouldn't mine hearing it on the radio non-stop. Just like "Poker Face."

Re: Wale & Lady GaGa – Chillin’

Rich — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 19:14:03 -0000

This is the version with Lady GaGa Rogo... lol

I am LOVING the track.

Re: New The Killers – A Crippling Blow

Rich — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 19:21:10 -0000

all the pretty faces was more menacing, this has a disco, dance beat.

Re: Lenny Kravitz – Let Love Rule 2009 (Justice Remix)

Rich — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 17:33:06 -0000

Speak the truth!! haha

This remix is cool, but I agree, sounds just like typical Justice. Typical and Justice SHOULD NEVER be used together, but in this case, you have to..

Re: Treehouse by Tham & Videgard Hansson is Almost Invisible

Rich — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 03:41:39 -0000

Did anyone look at the pictures? Try looking at the bottom (floor)... No seam? How do you get a tree to squeeze itself into the tiny hole in that mirror without a seem? Did they cut the branches off, slide the box down, and then glue the branches back on?

Maybe its just computer generated...CGI as another person posted. As for the birds...the only people that would be able to buy this would be rich. So be American and sue them if kills birds. Donate the money to charity and save a forest.

Rich

Re: Home Depot Mowing Down Pollution

Rich — Wed, 26 Apr 2006 15:30:22 -0000

uuum, guys....just to point out, in Ontario it is the Provincial Government that gives you the $100 dollars for your old lawn mower.

http://ogov.newswire.ca/ontario/GONE/2005/04/21/c8397.html?lmatch=&lang=_e.html

Don't be fooled into thinking Home Depot is doing something for the environment. They get the money from the governement anyway and sell you a new mower too, perfect scheme for them.

It's the Ontario government who should be commended not a big box retailer Home Depot!

Re: Defining Hypocrisy, Canadian Style

Rich — Wed, 22 Nov 2006 23:04:43 -0000

Brennan mentions that Canadians are better educated than folks in the U.S. By what measure? In a recent Canadian study of higher education it showed that the U.S. outranks Canada in accesibility to higher education, participation percentage of the population AND attainment (ie completion of a degree). Canada did outrank the U.S. in affordability (ranked 11 out of 16 while U.S. ranked 13 out of 16).

You can find the study at http://www.educationalpolicy.org/pdf/Global2005...>

Re: Survey: What Should We Rename "Global Warming"?

Rich — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 10:46:28 -0000

Right-wing w**k fantasy.

Re: Don't Buy A Nalgene Water Bottle Until You Read This

Rich — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 22:51:28 -0000

Ok, I understand PBA, but what about all the plasticizers that make plastic soft (squeezable) or are built into bottle liners, etc. I see claims from manufacturers about being PBA free, but not much is said about other leachable organics used in the formulation of those plastics that either form the bottle or a liner. Are we focused on just this one chemical (PBA) and forgetting other leachable materials (including metals)? I would prefer to not have to throw away a second set of bottles. Which bottles are free of leachable organics and inorganics compared to just PBA being free?

Re: Are We Moving into Another Era of 'Abrupt' Climate Change?

Rich — Thu, 15 May 2008 03:10:10 -0000

@Ray:

You do realize that if you don't believe in climate change you are going up against the most well-respected and prestigious scientific organizations on the planet, right? If so, what are your credentials?

Re: Are We Moving into Another Era of 'Abrupt' Climate Change?

Rich — Thu, 15 May 2008 13:53:24 -0000

@LJ

Where's the source? I did a Google news search, and, surprise surprise, the only results I found were in relation to global climate change and the fact that it's melting.

http://news.google.com/news?hl=en&um=1&tab=wn&q=arctic+ice&btnG=Search+News

On a related note: the US Department of Interior recently listed the polar bear as "threatened." The cause? It's habitat was rapidly shrinking.

http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5j9NGJ0_eVkxqgpEFC6RMHVlvT9qwD90M1L580

Re: Treehouse by Tham & Videgard Hansson is Almost Invisible

Rich — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:41:39 -0000

Rich

Re: Seeking a spiritual foundation - Letters to the Webmaster

Rich — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 14:33:00 -0000

I am happy if you are happy. You seem to have reached the realization that no one path has all the answers. If that is so you'll be fine. Maybe a seeker for life like a lot of other questioning people, but as long as it doesn't get in the way of a round of golf now and then, a round of drinks with your buds, and all the other enjoyments life offers us, no problemo. These pursuits may seem shallow, but nothing compares to hitting a hole in one and bragging endlessly to your buddies afterwards. That's reality, the spirit world is fantasy.

Re: Seeking a spiritual foundation - Letters to the Webmaster

Rich — Sun, 30 Mar 2008 04:26:00 -0000

One thing I critique religion for that is often overlooked is that all of them assume there is a transcendental purpose to life. Why? There is no logical reason to assume there are these grand questions that have to be answered. Hard core atheists know this and find the courage to let go. I was fortunate not to have been indoctrinated into religion so for me the questions of why am I here and where am I going and what is this all about are merely interesting things to play with. For someone who has had their mind warped, it is much harder to take these questions lightly. Does that make sense?

Re: A letter to Marc - Letters to the Webmaster

Rich — Sat, 19 Jan 2008 21:38:00 -0000

I guess I had no clue to how difficult it is to lock the door. Sorry if I sounded judgmental.

Re: A letter to Marc - Letters to the Webmaster

Rich — Sat, 19 Jan 2008 17:20:00 -0000

Isn't Marc more to be pitied than censored? The only difference between a delusional homeless person walking down the steet having a conversation with god and Marc is the homeless person does not have a personal computer hooked to the Internet, warm clothes, food, and shelter. It is true that some people do mock and ridicule mentally sick people in our society, but if we are to treat them with compassion we must treat all of them with compassion not just the ones that don't annoy us with there mad ramblings. Why not just lock Marc out of the site? Rather than waste time dealing with him, we could be doing far more good working to end childhood indoctrination of children rather than dealing with the aftermath of their brainwashing.

Re: Will I ever be free of religion bondage? - Letters to the Webmaster

Rich — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 12:38:00 -0000

If you don't know the answer to the question, "is there a god", you are probably an agnostic. With a little study and reflection you can advance to being an atheist. If you are really pissed at all the time you wasted being a Christian and the nonsense of your family members, you might even advance to being an "angry atheist", and finally with just a bit more effort you might achieve the hallowed ground of being an "anti-theist". After that, the only stage left is anti-theist activist. Good luck, you are on the right path. Another comment writer made the point about teaching your children to think. Excellent. If you enter "teaching children to think" in your Google search box, Google will guide you. PS, I am an anti-theist activist, but I belong to the church of Google. Check it out. There really is a church of google.

Re: This site has been a huge help to me - Letters to the Webmaster

Rich — Thu, 24 May 2007 11:37:00 -0000

I visit this site often because as an atheist I want to try and understand apostasy. I never was a believer in any religion, principally because I was raised by an agnostic mother. Accordingly it has always been hard for me to understand how people get sucked into the slime pit of religion.

One thing that struck me as I read Harry's post is that very few of the formerly religious people who post here comment on the glorious freedom being an atheist can bring to them. I see them as being very much like a caged animal who suddenly discovers the cage door is open, yet they stay inside their cages.

Start reading authors like Carl Sagen, Sam Harris, and Richard Dawkins, to get an understanding of the beauty of putting your trust in the life stance that is devoted to science and reason. Join a humanist group in your community to gain a community, which you may now feel bereft of.

As time goes on you will be comfortable with the great freedom you now enjoy. Wallow in it. Eat it up. You made a great life decision.

Re: Some questions - Letters to the Webmaster

Rich — Sun, 25 Mar 2007 13:15:00 -0000

Here is the problem. You are trying to make sense out of biblical notions that are basically nonsense. It cannot be done. The bible is a total mish-mash written by ignorant barbarians and massaged over and over again by theologians with agendas.

Forget about the bible. Forget about the supernatural. There is only nature and our job as humans is to love one another and to try to understand nature. Some brilliant men and women have worked out a lot of answers for us. Study science and listen to scientists not charlatans. Logic and reason are your surest guide to fulfillment and happiness in this life.

Re: I have a question... - Letters to the Webmaster

Rich — Sun, 18 Feb 2007 11:22:00 -0000

As time passes and you wean yourself from religion you will realize that talking to "true believers" is a waste of time. You are approaching this from the rational standpoint. Good for you, it indicates growth. Fundamentalists are wrapped up in religion for emotional reasons. Logic will not sway them. The only way out is to reach young children before their minds are warped forever.

Re: http://www.crimene.ws/2007/11/joran-van-der-sloot.html

Rich — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 13:16:41 -0000

JL why dont you shut your punk-ass mouth...or maybe you'd like some help?

Re: http://www.crimene.ws/2007/06/edith-delgado-found-guilty.html

Rich — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 22:30:41 -0000

What was the outcome of edith delgado? was she found guilty? from new zealand...

Re: Hmmm

Rich — Sat, 30 Oct 2004 16:24:00 -0000

there'll be a lot of this kind of thing-

Obama's trying to reach down ticket and pull Dems with him- way down ticket in some cases-

The DeKalb Dems will run newspaper ads featuring Obama's support for the entire slate from State Rep to State's Atty to County Board

Re: Reform and renewal

Rich — Sat, 26 Feb 2005 23:34:00 -0000

"excellent" seems like a lofty adjective for a guy with a weird fixation on Ukraine's Prime Minister- but I take the compliments where I can get 'em, thanks for the mention.

Re: Eerie

Rich — Sat, 05 Mar 2005 20:00:00 -0000

Are the anonymice even looking at those pictures?

Those pictures back up this Sneed item as credible.

Re: Lefkow roundup

Rich — Mon, 07 Mar 2005 00:20:00 -0000

murder spree by a New Trier alum follower, suspect in this case is a Deerfield alum...

what's with Hale followers and the North Shore?

I don't mean that as a comment on that area- its just an odd looking coincidence.

Re: Friday White Sox blogging

Rich — Fri, 18 Mar 2005 16:17:00 -0000

Congratulations on seeing the light.

Re: Friendly wager

Rich — Mon, 04 Apr 2005 21:28:00 -0000

Inspired by Rich Miller, if Illinois somehow manages to beat Carolina- my blog will go orange the rest of the week.

Go Heels

Re: Good job

Rich — Tue, 05 Apr 2005 16:35:00 -0000

Having seen a few legislators-
I would not WANT to know how, when and to what extent any of them are having sex- regardless of orientation.

Seriously- I think I just threw up a little in my mouth.

Re: 5 Things Microsoft does not want you to know about Windows.

Rich — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 00:00:30 -0000

right on ben you hit this one on the nail

Re: Obamarama – Levine, Rezko, Cari

Rich — Sat, 20 Jan 2007 13:40:33 -0000

Obama is politics as usual.

Re: Me

Rich — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 14:17:14 -0000

The cartoonist should have included City Hall and the Cook County Building. Miller pretty much covers it all

Re: The “Daddy Conspiracy” finally dies

Rich — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 15:11:27 -0000

Conspiracy or no conspiracy, I long for the day when you are no longer a Mike Madigan apologist. Great Web site here .. but a not so great take on things at times due to this fact. Come on man! I have faith in you :)

Re: http://www.virtualization.info/2005/12/release-vmware-player-10-released.html

Rich — Wed, 21 Dec 2005 05:49:00 -0000

Just noticed that VMware Player 1.0.1 is now available (dated 20 Dec 2005, Build 19317).

Re: http://www.virtualization.info/2005/10/how-to-create-new-virtual-machine-with.html

Rich — Mon, 31 Oct 2005 05:36:00 -0000

Qemu includes a utility called qemu-img which will create vmdk files...

you can get it from http://fabrice.bellard.free.fr/qemu/

Re: http://www.mokurendojo.com/2008/11/aikido-shibboleth.html

Rich — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 11:07:00 -0000

It is said that you will react and fight as you train. If you look at the differences in the MSU and Mokuren groups, it really points out how you train. This can be stated for any dojo. Some flow well, some don't move, some focus on strick kata, etc. I see the students at Mokuren working on the aspects of the brush off and understanding alot of broad principles. Thus, they can move and function very well in a chaotic system. At MSU, the students focus more on precision and posture, with added flow. The focus there is more to control the chaos. I think it is more a depth vs breadth issue that distinguishes the 2 clubs.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/10/some-playoff-ticket-info.html

Rich — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:34:15 -0000

hey, does anybody know if any of the division series will be a day game? my dad is able to get bleacher seats and i can only go if its a day game. hopefully too, it will be my first playoff game ever.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/09/david-wrights-new-helmet.html

Rich — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 17:07:48 -0000

http://manolomen.com/images/Dark%20Helmet.jpg LOL

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/08/cano-vs-pedroia-debate-rages.html

Rich — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 14:32:10 -0000

i would take Cano anyday, Pedroia reminds me of a little middle schooler trying to hustle all the time to impress the coach and maybe make the team lol. Yeah so Robbie maybe comes off as a lazy player but thats just who he is, and as long as he produces and makes the plays, which he does; who cares?

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/08/jim-rice-is-schmuck.html

Rich — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:30:19 -0000

what a real piece of shit, but a classic response from Jeter lol

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/08/game-116-yankees-mariners.html

Rich — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 00:05:39 -0000

hey guys, i Hate how they don't show the god damn people who run on the field lol

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/08/game-115-yankees-mariners.html

Rich — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:21:01 -0000

i love this vintage Yankee Baseball at its best, im going to go watch and go to sleep see you guys later

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/08/game-115-yankees-mariners.html

Rich — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 22:55:07 -0000

GONE!

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/08/game-115-yankees-mariners.html

Rich — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 22:43:46 -0000

hey guys, here is another classic yankee song- the Yankee Mambo lol

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XzNsLJVnG8k&feature=related

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/08/game-114-yanks-vs-jays.html

Rich — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 15:10:50 -0000

Hey guys, i was just in vermont for a couple of days and it was so fun to fuck around with those phony red sox fans during the sweep this weekend

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/game-101-yanks-rays.html

Rich — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 18:05:27 -0000

Greg a live chat would be cool, also are you going to add a message board?

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/yanks-interested-in-downs.html

Rich — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 00:06:12 -0000

hey guys, i just got back from Montauk for a couple days because of this streak all i want to say is Yankee Baseball- FUCK YEAH

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/game-93-yankees-vs-orioles.html

Rich — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 22:40:38 -0000

Hey guys, First Place- Hell Yeah!

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/game-92-yankees-vs-orioles.html

Rich — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 21:50:51 -0000

A Thrilla from Godzilla lol

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/verducci-on-mos-all-star-inning.html

Rich — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 01:25:15 -0000

The Greatest reliever of All Time, damn do we all take him for granted.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/2009-all-star-game-thread.html

Rich — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 01:10:36 -0000

Hopefully Yankee Stadium will see an Obama first pitch this October.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/2009-all-star-game-thread.html

Rich — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 21:27:08 -0000

damn, how cool is Obama lol

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/game-86-yankees-angels.html

Rich — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 00:58:15 -0000

i'm gonna go watch the game and go to sleep see you guys later.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/game-86-yankees-angels.html

Rich — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 00:54:35 -0000

i've said it before and i'll say it again, what is mark teixeira Not good at?

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/game-86-yankees-angels.html

Rich — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 00:49:56 -0000

FUCK

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/game-86-yankees-angels.html

Rich — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 00:49:11 -0000

will we see a Thrilluh from Godzilla? lol

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/game-86-yankees-angels.html

Rich — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 00:40:02 -0000

i don't want to say it but, how about trying Joba in the Pen and Hughes in the rotation?

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/game-86-yankees-angels.html

Rich — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 00:27:44 -0000

so hopefully i will jinx it the other way

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/game-86-yankees-angels.html

Rich — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 00:27:01 -0000

hey guys, back from freakin work, and i am about to turn the game off for a while because i started watching it last inning and joba gave up those runs.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/courts-say-fans-can-use-bathroom-during.html

Rich — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 15:44:11 -0000

there should be no rule that you have to stay still or that you are allowed to move during the song it should just be common courtesy to pay your respects to our soldiers. if you have to go to the bathroom theres no crime in that though sheesh.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/game-82-yanks-vs-jays.html

Rich — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:15:19 -0000

if we lose this we're only 2 out of first so its all good

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/game-82-yanks-vs-jays.html

Rich — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:07:06 -0000

wow i just got home and didn't know he was ejected lol, but yeah he must be relaying stuff but it was still terrible for Andy not to be taken out after the 6th

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/game-82-yanks-vs-jays.html

Rich — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:04:31 -0000

yea just in fucking time Joe what the hell

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/game-82-yanks-vs-jays.html

Rich — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:03:01 -0000

Nice, leaving Pettite in is so bad that its actually hysterical, and hes still fucking in after that homer

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/73-minor-league-report.html

Rich — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 23:49:09 -0000

What a game today man, great pitching, good hitting, good crowd, a classic Yankee win with MO shutting down the 9th. Today was a game that just reminds me why i love the Yankees and going to games with my dad and brother.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/game-78-yanks-vs-mariners.html

Rich — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:50:30 -0000

Yeah hopefully it ends with a W

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/07/game-78-yanks-vs-mariners.html

Rich — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:47:35 -0000

Anybody else goin to the game tomorrow? i'm buyin a teixecutioner shirt from Bald Vinny

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-76-yankees-vs-mariners.html

Rich — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:08:14 -0000

lol the look on papelbum's face after the blown lead is PRICELESS. he looks like a little baby, i hate that douche

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-76-yankees-vs-mariners.html

Rich — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 22:42:04 -0000

NICE A-ROD YESS

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-76-yankees-vs-mariners.html

Rich — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 22:30:48 -0000

just got home from work, but why is PENA sent down?? big bad Eric Hinske is in town i guess what a joke.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-75-yanks-mets.html

Rich — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:36:28 -0000

yeah it will happen hopefully

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-75-yanks-mets.html

Rich — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:28:18 -0000

perfect, imagine a consistent Wang, and then Bruney back and a solid Phil in the bullpen, pretty sick rotation and bullpen i must say

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-75-yanks-mets.html

Rich — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:24:55 -0000

On the field that is i don't care what they do off it, LOL

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-75-yanks-mets.html

Rich — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:15:11 -0000

Exactly JC just play your game and go home, theres no need for orgasm's and all that

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-75-yanks-mets.html

Rich — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 23:58:39 -0000

when A-rod just goes for base hits and right center hits he is ON. i was was watching him in spring training one year practicing off a tee with his left hand only, hitting balls to right center, first at bat, home run to right center. idk but he just needs to not try and crush it everytime which is what hes doing

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-75-yanks-mets.html

Rich — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 23:43:52 -0000

was that a typical met inning?

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-75-yanks-mets.html

Rich — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 23:38:19 -0000

YEAH MO!

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/dont-like-new-stadium-make-suggestion.html

Rich — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 16:45:40 -0000

Greg all of your suggestions are the same as mine but thats where they make the MONEY so they won't give two shits about fixing it.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/veras-to-indians.html

Rich — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 16:15:10 -0000

oh yeah hes a Cy young candidate as of now

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/what-to-do-about-offense.html

Rich — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 16:16:42 -0000

fire long he friggin BLOWS

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/plan-for-rod.html

Rich — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 15:37:13 -0000

wouldn't that be the most common sense thing to do after a guy comes right back from surgery? they shouldn't need a doctor to tell them to give him rest its pretty sad lol

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-67-yankees-marlins.html

Rich — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 21:58:22 -0000

200 million dollars and we struggle against the leagues shittiest, and lowest salaries, i mean im usually pro-Yankee and all but come on now this is bullshit

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-62-yanks-vs-mets.html

Rich — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 16:45:23 -0000

great play Tex, having work 5-9 SUCKS

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-62-yanks-vs-mets.html

Rich — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 16:10:43 -0000

haha good applause for castillo

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/even-their-network-is-making-errors.html

Rich — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 14:52:15 -0000

what's even funnier was watching david hgh ortiz attempting to play first base hahaha he couldn't even run to catch a foul ball

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-61-yanks-vs-mets.html

Rich — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 23:12:12 -0000

hahaha on facebook they are pissedd its so funny they are bringing up how we say that 86 was luck with buckner and now this is luck for us it's so funny

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-61-yanks-vs-mets.html

Rich — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 23:01:01 -0000

lol will the ratings have to be up though because its comical to listen to haha but what a FUCKING ENDING WOW

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-61-yanks-vs-mets.html

Rich — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 22:56:55 -0000

WHAT THE FUCKING SHIT WOW

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-61-yanks-vs-mets.html

Rich — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 22:53:15 -0000

now is the god damn time to prove yourself in the clutch arod

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-61-yanks-vs-mets.html

Rich — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 22:52:09 -0000

just a base hit now.. pleasee

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-61-yanks-vs-mets.html

Rich — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 22:50:27 -0000

PLEASE JOHNNY!!!

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-59-yanks-red-sox.html

Rich — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 22:38:58 -0000

having to write a civil rights essay just adds to the loss, damn.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-59-yanks-red-sox.html

Rich — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 22:35:32 -0000

we are better than the god damn red sox this sucksss

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-59-yanks-red-sox.html

Rich — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 22:32:39 -0000

friggin nailbiter of a game

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-59-yanks-red-sox.html

Rich — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 22:29:40 -0000

FUCKIN A MAN

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-59-yanks-red-sox.html

Rich — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 22:26:42 -0000

where is the freaking plate patience that Cano has found, god dammit

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-59-yanks-red-sox.html

Rich — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 22:19:33 -0000

asking teixeira to do something here is really pushing it at this point lol

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-59-yanks-red-sox.html

Rich — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 22:12:53 -0000

DAMMIT BLUE GIVE US THE DAMN CALL ON THE FOOT OUTSIDE CORNER LIKE U GIVE THE SUX

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-59-yanks-red-sox.html

Rich — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 22:04:19 -0000

ohhhhh my goddddddd

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-59-yanks-red-sox.html

Rich — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 21:45:44 -0000

i know Greg he has been giving us shit calls this whole series

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-59-yanks-red-sox.html

Rich — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 21:45:09 -0000

it's official: i am gay for Nick Swisher

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-59-yanks-red-sox.html

Rich — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 21:40:14 -0000

the ump wants to call that outside pitch a strike so bad

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-59-yanks-red-sox.html

Rich — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 20:47:23 -0000

fuckin mountain man head asshole

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-59-yanks-red-sox.html

Rich — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 20:38:00 -0000

Oh my god so annoying.....

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-59-yanks-red-sox.html

Rich — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 20:35:18 -0000

stupid knuckleball is so slow it doesn't go anywhere when they hit it

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-59-yanks-red-sox.html

Rich — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 20:24:25 -0000

Nobody pay attention to the political weirdo anon, but why the hell was Phil not starting this game god dammit.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-59-yanks-red-sox.html

Rich — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 20:19:03 -0000

good productive lengthy outing

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-59-yanks-red-sox.html

Rich — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 17:39:40 -0000

good to see we are stocking up on the PITCHING

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/tex-rod-not-happy-with-sutcliffe.html

Rich — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 16:14:12 -0000

yeah MLB Network is actual reporting and coverage, nespn is like a fake news station pretty much like the colbert report lol

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/big-day-in-taiwan.html

Rich — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:55:46 -0000

it's either gonna be really good or really bad

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-58-yankees-red-sox-draft-updates.html

Rich — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 21:47:02 -0000

lol when Nick Green hits a shot like that you should just call it a day

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/yanks-pitchers-making-habit-of-throwing.html

Rich — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 15:02:59 -0000

i hate how a supposed sports "news" station has blatantly biased "reporters" it just sickens me

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/use-him-or-send-him-down.html

Rich — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 15:59:49 -0000

yea they should just send him down at this point and see how wang does, phil really deserves to start right now though

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/rays-pound-mo-again-win-9-7.html

Rich — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 00:11:30 -0000

I am smashed right now so it's all good

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/game-55-yankees-vs-rays.html

Rich — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 15:38:46 -0000

Is there anything Teixeira can not do?

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/06/guest-post-what-we-really-have-in-aj.html

Rich — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 15:01:00 -0000

i agree completely

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/game-47-yanks-indians.html

Rich — Fri, 29 May 2009 23:51:46 -0000

You're First place New York Yankees good to hear for a change

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/528-demolition-update.html

Rich — Thu, 28 May 2009 15:14:54 -0000

these pics remind me of Tino's Grand Slam wow with all the beer spilling pretty much rocking the upper deck back and forth, now with a crane and destruction team tearing it down. just so sad. we as True Yankee fans don't need a centerfield sports bar or Tommy Bahama friggin martini club we come to the stadium to see a BALLGAME and watch the Yanks that is why the old stadium is perfect- we got to in my opinion Influence games in our favor with the bleachers, overhanging upper deck, now we have cushioned seats and a hard rock cafe.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/four-injured-yanks-heading-to-tampa.html

Rich — Sat, 23 May 2009 21:53:15 -0000

We have the timely hitting now we just need the CONSISTENT pitching. i'm not complaining though lol

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/gammons-new-yankee-stadium-is-joke.html

Rich — Fri, 22 May 2009 17:03:50 -0000

Peter Gammons is a JOKE of a sports "reporter" or whatever espn contributors are called these days

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/520-destruction-update.html

Rich — Wed, 20 May 2009 14:53:19 -0000

my dad's season tickets were in the first picture :(

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/game-38-yanks-vs-twins.html

Rich — Mon, 18 May 2009 22:38:00 -0000

WOOOOOO SWEEEEEEEP!!!!!! GOOD FOR PHIL TOO

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/game-38-yanks-vs-twins.html

Rich — Mon, 18 May 2009 22:05:00 -0000

There you go Phil..

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/game-38-yanks-vs-twins.html

Rich — Mon, 18 May 2009 21:38:00 -0000

this sucks i have to work 5-9 4 days a week and miss half of all the games but THE YANKS LOOK AWESOME

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/518-demolition-update.html

Rich — Mon, 18 May 2009 14:47:00 -0000

fucking bullshit it was perfect the way it was

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/yanks-make-it-five-straight-with.html

Rich — Sun, 17 May 2009 22:29:00 -0000

plus they walked Robbie to get to Melky

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/game-35-yanks-vs-twins.html

Rich — Fri, 15 May 2009 22:33:00 -0000

LETS GO NOW A-ROD DAMN

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/why-doesnt-media-complain-about-this.html

Rich — Mon, 11 May 2009 22:16:00 -0000

hahahah PapelDump is a classic

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/madden-please-fix-yankee-stadium-boss.html

Rich — Mon, 11 May 2009 14:49:00 -0000

the whole idea of the new stadium goes against the real fans wishes- the only thing that real Yankee fans want like me is a place to see the game, not go to a stadium and have freaking private clubs and restaurants and an art exhibit, thats why the old stadium was perfect in my opinion, it let us influence the game in our favor, George always used to say that remember the fans are the ones who made you successful, now these corporate bullshit "fans" are getting benefitted in the new stadium while they don't even buy all the tickets. look at the bleachers and upper deck every game and compare it to the luxory boxes, what is more crowded?

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/joba-pops-blood-vessel-questionable-for.html

Rich — Sat, 09 May 2009 23:31:00 -0000

Nothing can just go smoothly sheesh

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/game-27-yankees-vs-rays.html

Rich — Wed, 06 May 2009 21:58:00 -0000

Damn. hopefully this is his turnaround moment. that was awesome

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/game-27-yankees-vs-rays.html

Rich — Wed, 06 May 2009 21:58:00 -0000

HEY JOE WE TOLD YOU SO.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/game-27-yankees-vs-rays.html

Rich — Wed, 06 May 2009 21:53:00 -0000

CAN THIS BE THE TEX'S MOMENT? THEY JUST PLAYED GIAMBIS' PLEASEEEE!

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/game-27-yankees-vs-rays.html

Rich — Wed, 06 May 2009 18:17:00 -0000

VOTE SWISHER 2009! http://voteswisher.com/

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/yankees-fans-growing-impatient-with.html

Rich — Wed, 06 May 2009 14:54:00 -0000

get buck showalter somewhere in the organization again he set up the team to win in 96

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/game-26-yankees-vs-red-sox.html

Rich — Tue, 05 May 2009 22:17:00 -0000

Hopefully he will at least get a chance..

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/game-26-yankees-vs-red-sox.html

Rich — Tue, 05 May 2009 22:12:00 -0000

i had a feeling that Tex would have a Giambiesque HR moment in the rain but i guess my hopes were too high

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/game-26-yankees-vs-red-sox.html

Rich — Tue, 05 May 2009 21:10:00 -0000

Exactly dan don't take any shit from anybody as billy joel would say. and how shitty would it be if the game gets rained out now?

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/game-25-yankees-vs-red-sox.html

Rich — Mon, 04 May 2009 22:32:00 -0000

starting berroa was a great idea

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/game-25-yankees-vs-red-sox.html

Rich — Mon, 04 May 2009 21:32:00 -0000

F YOUK. I LIVE TO HATE THAT MOUNTAIN MAN NOGGIN THOUGH

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/game-25-yankees-vs-red-sox.html

Rich — Mon, 04 May 2009 21:28:00 -0000

FINALLY. DAMNN.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/game-23-yankees-vs-angels.html

Rich — Fri, 01 May 2009 22:43:00 -0000

I take that back he gave a nice finger point to the team

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/05/game-23-yankees-vs-angels.html

Rich — Fri, 01 May 2009 22:41:00 -0000

WOOO What a game.. Posada needs to smile more though haha

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/04/game-22-yankees-vs-angels.html

Rich — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 22:11:00 -0000

This is the Yankee Baseball we all know and love.. Wooo

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/04/rod-goes-1-for-6-with-hr-in-intrasquad.html

Rich — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 16:12:00 -0000

laugh at him all you want, in the end he is the one making 25 million a year

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/04/yanks-red-sox-series-preview.html

Rich — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 13:02:00 -0000

throw right at them don't let these pansies dictate how we should pitch.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/04/rehab-update-rod-runs-bases.html

Rich — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 21:33:00 -0000

i just went to the stadium for the first time today, it is Sick, its almost too big, its still not Yankee stadium though

Re: A letter to my stepdad - Testimonies of Ex-Christians

Rich — Sat, 07 Apr 2007 00:43:00 -0000

Michael,
You give me great encouragement. Richard Dawkins writes in his book, "The God Delusion", that he hopes his writing will inspire readers to change their minds -- a goal that is notoriously difficult to accomplish when you mean Christians seeing the truth about their religion. Many atheists, unlike myself, believe that changing the religious is a fools errand. This is why I take great encouragement in your conversion and grow to admire Richard Dawkins even more. Continue to follow reason and logic. My best wishes to you.
Rich

Re: I started to research the history, and... - Testimonies of Ex-Christians

Rich — Thu, 28 Jun 2007 11:15:00 -0000

Thanks for your post, these personal histories are very enlightening. With respect to your wife, if you do nothing else, please get the children out of harms way. Somehow you must make her see that your children deserve the right to make up their own minds about religion. We roundly condemm adults who sexually prey on children because children are immature and cannot make informed choices. Religionists who prey on children must likeise be stopped.

Re: I loved having access to the sole ‘truth’ - Testimonies of Ex-Christians

Rich — Mon, 13 Aug 2007 17:03:00 -0000

You said:
"Although misguided, that doesn’t change the fact that they are good people and I still remain friends with many of them. I had some truly wonderful fellowship with so many great people, but they really don’t need a religious justification for any of it!"

And it does not bother you that these "great people" are part of an establishment that preys upon the gullible and the weak or those who are perhaps experiencing a crisis or a major life change? For example going away to college? How about the Sunday "school" that all churches promote or the sectarian schools that are even worse. Do you really think these are "schools".

You struggled free -- how many are lost for years in this tragic waste of time and effort?

Re: Cartoon-character Gods, prophets, saints and virgins - Testimonies of Ex-Christians

Rich — Sun, 19 Aug 2007 17:14:00 -0000

I call myself an anti-theist. This is a step up from atheist which, like you, I became on 9/11. Before then I was a humanist and able to go along with believers under the old gentlemens agreement to live and let live where religion was concerned. In October 2001 I attended an atheist sponsored memorial service in Golden Gate Park (San Francisco). I had expected to see thousands of people there. Need I tell you this was not the case. I made up my mind driving back to Silicon Valley that I was going to be an out atheist from that day forward. I lost some friends and family members, but I gained new ones that think like I do and a whole lot of self respect. As I learned more about atheism I actually became more militant. That's why I identify now as an anti-theist. Me and Christopher Hitchens are fellow travelers.

Re: I AM AN ATHEIST BECAUSE... - Testimonies of Ex-Christians

Rich — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 09:51:00 -0000

Richard,
Reading your post made me realize that as a lifelong atheist I don't know what it is like to lean on a supernatural agent for support when things go bad. Having always just relied on myself when making life choices I can testify that sometimes it does get scary knowing that you only have yourself to blame if things go awry. But, are we not all really alone in this life? I think my way is better because I am stronger and more resilient than I would be otherwise. I am now 68 years old.

Re: My spirit is still reaching - Testimonies of Ex-Christians

Rich — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 18:10:00 -0000

For Lorena,
My experience meeting atheists for the last 6 years does not jibe with what you wrote. True all the atheists I met lived in California so you might have to factor that in. What I experienced was a broad range of people. Some wounded by a religion and trying to recover, but many who spent a lot of time researching and learning about religion (principally Christianity) and therefore were quite knowledgeable about exactly what they were rejecting and the reasons why. I say meet freethinkers and atheists with an open mind and you may be surprised that much of the stupid propaganda about us is manufactured lies to keep believers in the fold. You don't need religion to lead a happy and fulfilled life. That is rubbish.

Re: My spirit is still reaching - Testimonies of Ex-Christians

Rich — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 08:16:00 -0000

Maybe Lorena is right. Maybe atheists and freethinkers don't understand what Christians miss when they leave the herd. The fact is, if community to you means human contact, warmth, passion and understanding there are thousands of secular organizations that will provide that. For example, if you are concerned about the environment, how about joining the Sierra Club, or The Nature Conservancy, or the World Wildlife Fund. Mad about our furry little cousins? -- join PETA or your local SPCA. Go to your local volunteer placement organization and find a volunteer position in your community and meet other volunteers that share your passion. If Lorena means that exChristians are still trying to find some magical mystical supernatural spiritual connection, then no, freethinkers are not going to understand that and most will certainly not indulge this kind of thinking. Religious people are brainwashed into believing they cannot possibly exist without religion. Break out of that insidious lie and you can finally face the universe as a free person. Once you do, you may find there is no need to keep longing for what does not exist. You have not lost anything so you don't need to waste time searching. You just need some new secular friends.

Re: My spirit is still reaching - Testimonies of Ex-Christians

Rich — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 05:37:00 -0000

Lorena wrote:
"It takes a while, Rick, it takes a long time. Now, if you can't understand that, I am glad you weren't around when I had just left the faith."

This is a good discussion and I need to explain that I come here because I am interested in learning what apostates like Lorena and Gloria experience, and what eventually led them out of their delusion. I do understand that atheists can come across as hard edged and impatient with leavers that just cannot seem to bring themselves all the way out. Yes, I follow you when you say it is a process and that for some the process goes fast and for others not so fast. Perhaps some people should even consider seeking professional help with a therapist that specializes in de-programming cult members (I wonder if such specialists are soft or hard edged). Or, perhaps there are self-help groups out there one can join. You need not struggle alone. Find someone to lean on temporarily if needs be, but in the end you must face the fact that leaving religion means you finally and completely have to stand on your own two feet. Hard to swallow if you have been coddled and spoon fed the lie that there is a creator god and that he/she made our vast swirling cosmos just for your personal benefit. We all hate the feeling that comes over us when we realize we've been duped. Maybe at some level this is why apostates cling to the hope of finding a transcendent meaning in their lives.

Re: I ruined my parent's Christmas Day and I feel very guilty - Testimonies of Ex-Christians

Rich — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 17:07:00 -0000

quote
I've never really understood people who wished they still had faith, except maybe those in situations where they have lost their family and friends because they were shunned in some way. If you think about it, is living in a world where you are terrorized by a god who won't show himself, tests you without even telling you what the test is, makes false promises, advocates genocide when he thinks it's appropriate, really a 'better' world? Seems to me that it's exactly the same world as we live in now except that we actually have control in this one--we're not pawns in some 'plan' that even its creator appears to have limited control over.
End Quote
There are many wise comments on this young man's story, but I found this post succinctly sums up the problem with belief in God.

Re: My emancipation from the Bible cult - Testimonies of Ex-Christians

Rich — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 15:24:00 -0000

Thank you for your post. Your experience corroborates what another poster wrote a short time ago. His name is Bill and he has established himself as a counselor for people that leave the faith. In his post he said that people who leave always do so after an emotional event, a death in the family, a divorce, or some life altering misfortune.

I am a freelance writer working on a book project that partially involves the personal cost of entanglements with religion. With your permission I would like to collect your post for my anecdote file. If I publish any part of it I will not give your name of course.

my new blog is:
http://endhereditaryreligion.blogspot.com

writcheyC@gmail.com

Re: Skeptical monkey - Testimonies of Ex-Christians

Rich — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 10:22:00 -0000

I just discovered a Facebook group this morning, Jr. Skeptic Magazine. Cool. What the world needs is more skeptical children.

You do know of course that books are being written for children to explain how the scientific method can be used to prove ID using the most devious misleading prose ever written by man. I refer you to Lee Strobel's The Case for a Creator (age 8 to 12)

Perhaps a thorough debunking of this trash would make a good project for your web site? I wish I had time, but alas I am fomenting worldwide revolution over the issue of hereditary religion.

You need to have a Facebook presence. This site is ideal for revolutionaries.

Rich Collins

Re: A stink in God's nostrils - Testimonies of Ex-Christians

Rich — Sat, 12 Apr 2008 23:11:00 -0000

Hi Mike,
You are what I have started to call "uncaged". The freedom will feel strange for a while and you must remember that you are a victim of brainwashing. One of the most insidious features of such brainwashing is to firmly plant the concept that there is a transcendental purpose to life. And of course, the people who plant this notion want you to believe that they have answers to these transcendental questions. It's called job security. They will string you along all your life with the most imaginative nonsense they can dream up, unless you awaken and bust the locks on your cage.

I love this quote by Robert Ingersoll:
"When I became convinced that the universe is natural, that all the ghosts and gods are myths, there entered into my brain, into my soul, into every drop of my blood the sense, the feeling, the joy of freedom. The walls of my prison crumbled and fell. The dungeon was flooded with light and all the bolts and bars and manacles became dust. I was no longer a servant, a serf, or a slave. There was for me no master in all the wide world, not even in infinite space. I was free--free to think, to express my thoughts--free to live my own ideal, free to live for myself and those I loved, free to use all my faculties, all my senses, free to spread imagination's wings, free to investigate, to guess and dream and hope, free to judge and determine for myself . . . I was free! I stood erect and fearlessly, joyously faced all worlds."

Exult in your freedom. If you ever catch yourself saying "thank god", just substitude "thank Ingersoll", he is a giant. I also use "thank Mother Nature".

On Facebook, you can find literally hundreds of atheist groups and individuals that will welcome you. There are now over 600 blogs published by athiests/agnostics/freethinkers or whatever they call themselves. Check the atheist blogroll web site.

Re: A stink in God's nostrils - Testimonies of Ex-Christians

Rich — Sat, 12 Apr 2008 23:22:00 -0000

Mike,
I forgot to mention there is a site just for ex-pentecostals:

http://ex-pentecostals.org/

Also check out the national gay organizations on Facebook and especially the Gay Marriage Killed the Dinosaurs group.

Re: Totally de-converted at 72 - Testimonies of Ex-Christians

Rich — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 15:43:00 -0000

If you have not read Kathrine Yurica's "The Despoiling of America" you need to. This is not a conspiracy rap, it is well documented evidence of a plan the theocrats have to take over our government. You will recognize all the players.

http://www.yuricareport.com/Dominionism/TheDespoilingOfAmerica.htm

Re: My descent into freethought - Testimonies of Ex-Christians

Rich — Wed, 21 May 2008 16:47:00 -0000

When I argue with parents who defend indoctrinating their vulnerable children with religion I always tell them that there are costs to leaving a religion in case the child later decides to walk. Your reference to talking to your family about your apostasy is testimony that what I am saying is right. I often find such expressions in these exchristian narratives.

Was the conversation you finally had ok or did it go badly?

Re: How Christian Mind Control Works - ExChristian.Net - Articles

Rich — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 12:34:00 -0000

To Anonymous:
The author did not ask for editorial advice. Even if you are an experienced editor you should know that unsolicited editorial criticism is never a good idea. Besides, your comment is very general. What style should the author have used? This is a matter for authors and editors to work out, not third parties.

May I suggest that you write directly to the author and ask him if he wants a stranger editing his work.

Re: Secular Coalition - Atheist Lawmakers - ExChristian.Net - Articles

Rich — Thu, 15 Mar 2007 16:14:00 -0000

Yes, Rep Stark will face some really stupid baseless attacks. All the more reason for secularists to write or call him voicing support. You might consider donating to his election fund also. More notable people will come out if they see there is visible support and encouragement.

Activism works. Apathy does not. If you agree that we owe Rep Stark a huge debt, please pay up now.

http://www.house.gov/stark/

Rich

Re: Atheists should just shut up - ExChristian.Net - Articles

Rich — Sat, 07 Apr 2007 13:43:00 -0000

Very forceful intelligent video. Thanks for making this. Keep up the good work (care to comment on Ted Haggard?) Where did he slink off to anyway.

Re: Miracles PROVE God is real - ExChristian.Net - Articles

Rich — Tue, 29 May 2007 13:46:00 -0000

That was not a miracle -- a real miracle would be a statue eating Oreos while drinking the milk.

Re: Stepping Over Madalyn and Moving On - ExChristian.Net - Articles

Rich — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 11:51:00 -0000

But now we have the Brit Pat Condell who is a master at straight talk about religion, yet his sarcasm, wit, and personal delivery make him easier for people to accept. In today's climate if you have the talent to dish out mockery and ridicule in this way you are going to find a receptive audience for highly critical comment. The world is ready for it thanks to what the radicals have been up to and the openings made by HHHD (and don't forget A. C. Grayling another stalwart Brit).

If you are not viewing Pat Condell on YouTube you need to see him in action. Now that I composed this comment I see that I have named four Brits who are leading the charge. Hhuummmm.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/04/giambino-is-pumped-to-be-back-in-bronx.html

Rich — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 17:36:00 -0000

he will get the roll call in the first

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/04/toights-game-has-been-postponed.html

Rich — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 17:32:00 -0000

Rangers baby

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/04/game-13-yanks-vs-indians.html

Rich — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 15:39:00 -0000

JEFFREY MAIER?

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/04/game-13-yanks-vs-indians.html

Rich — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 12:20:00 -0000

gotta love Swisher

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/04/game-11-yanks-vs-indians.html

Rich — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 15:14:00 -0000

did i just see Ransom get a hit? is this a dream?

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/04/game-11-yanks-vs-indians.html

Rich — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:59:00 -0000

Dammit

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/04/game-11-yanks-vs-indians.html

Rich — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:57:00 -0000

just a base hit now, that's all..

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/04/game-11-yanks-vs-indians.html

Rich — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:27:00 -0000

will you don't like sterling and suzyn's secret on-air love affair?

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/04/kevin-long-and-his-hard-hit-ball-chart.html

Rich — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 16:18:00 -0000

An even better question: when will Kevin Long's braces come off? i cant wait to see those pearly whites.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/03/difference-between-me-and-you.html

Rich — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 23:06:00 -0000

I really wish Giambi had won a ring or two here.

I hated the Johnson trade even before it was made. I still do.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/03/how-many-obstructions-are-there-at-new.html

Rich — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 16:40:00 -0000

How does this compare to other new stadia?

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/03/damons-last-hurrah.html

Rich — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 11:02:00 -0000

Their 2010 LFer should be Derek Jeter. If not, and Damon remains healthy and effective, I would consider extending him for a year, maybe with a team option.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/03/jeters-defense-is-no-longer-just.html

Rich — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 16:47:00 -0000

I would be beyond shocked if the Yankees don't re-sign Jeter, but if his offense doesn't rebound to a 120ish OPS+ level (it was 102 in 2008) over the next two years, they would be fools to re-sign, except for a million or two as a bench player.

If he does rebound offensively, then they could give him two years at like $10-$15 million per year, but only if he plays the OF.

Of course, they have to find a replacement, which is why I wanted to sign Cabrera this offseason.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/03/he-may-be-stupid-but-at-least-he-has.html

Rich — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 17:50:00 -0000

As long as he busts his butt all season and hits > .310 with an ISO D > .050, all his forgiven.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/03/he-may-be-stupid-but-at-least-he-has.html

Rich — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 17:50:00 -0000

As long as he busts his butt all season and hits > .310 with an ISO D > .050, all his forgiven.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/03/rollins-wants-to-take-out-yanks-and.html

Rich — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 17:25:00 -0000

Jeter's titles are getting stale. It's time for three or four more.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/03/woman-claims-bernie-hit-her.html

Rich — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 08:07:00 -0000

Jenny,

That's why I would never be permitted to sit on a jury if my (late) mom had been a victim.

I can be objective in this case, unlike in that one. So if the evidence was inculpatory, I would be able to convict Bernie. If it's exculpatory, I would acquit.

I doubt that you would want every accusation to be treated as fact without being tested, right?

As far as I know, Bernie has no history of violence against women, so I think a presumption of innocence is fair until and unless more facts are adduced.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/03/woman-claims-bernie-hit-her.html

Rich — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 07:26:00 -0000

Presumed. Innocent.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/03/murti-tells-rod-what-many-fans-are.html

Rich — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 00:02:00 -0000

There is such a thing as dual motives. Just sayin'...

I see your point with regard to the steroid hysteria, but the latest thing over how he dissed Jeter is ridiculous, which is borne out by the fact that finally several members of the media have acknowledged that he actually meant to compliment Reyes, but did so clumsily. The ones who failed to do that are the targets of my first comment.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/03/murti-tells-rod-what-many-fans-are.html

Rich — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 23:49:00 -0000

But then the media would have to find someone else to play out their "I wasn't a kool kid in high school so I'm making you pay for that" fantasies.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/mr-october-tells-rod-to-shut-up-and.html

Rich — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 23:43:00 -0000

Alex is going to be under more scrutiny and pressure than he ever has, but that's what making big bucks (or really, really, really, really big bucks) usually entails.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/donnie-baseball-leave-rod-alone.html

Rich — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 15:12:00 -0000

Love it.

Mattingly probably should have been the Yankees' manager (I was wrong).

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/segui-says-rod-was-clean-in-seattle.html

Rich — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 18:55:00 -0000

A-Rod should merely have said that he used steroids from 2001-2003 but that he wasn't going to comment beyond that.

No matter what the "media" tries to pretend, they weren't going to believe or be satisfied with anything he said apart from an admission so why bother going down that slippery slope?

They resent the heck out of A-Rod and now that they seem to have the upper hand, they are going to pound him down as much as possible because it makes some of them feel better about themselves.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/220-new-stadium-update-2.html

Rich — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 23:22:00 -0000

Why do we need all this crap in a stadium? Does anyone just sit and watch the game anymore?
__

The people who frequent them help keep the payroll at $200 million.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/could-rod-be-suspended.html

Rich — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 17:54:00 -0000

If they did that and I ran the MLBPA, I would tell the members to refuse to report to work.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/sporting-news-yanks-should-win-series.html

Rich — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 22:29:00 -0000

Posada is my biggest concern (I think they may need to trade for a catcher), but if AJ can pitch up to expectations, they will be unstoppable.

Berroa isn't a plus defender as a SS:

http://www.fangraphs.com/statss.aspx?playerid=591&position=SS

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/who-knew-he-was-so-well-liked.html

Rich — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 22:20:00 -0000

Maybe a lot of people are fed up with the overkill by the press and are supporting him to express that. I haven't seen so much insane media scrutiny since the Clinton/Lewinsky thing, and this time it's even more ridiculous because A-Rod, you know, is just a baseball player.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/melancon-hopes-big-spring-will-take-him.html

Rich — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 16:18:00 -0000

I think he is going to really help this season if given the chance.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/statement-from-selig.html

Rich — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:54:00 -0000

Selig is at least as culpable as anyone, if not more so, for the PED.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/tex-talks-about-rod-and-steroids.html

Rich — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 21:57:00 -0000

Ambivalence is part of being human, but given how despicably judgmental some members of the media have been (Ham, Madden, and Stark, to cite three examples), a public show of support is all you can asks for.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/rod-may-have-to-testify-before-congress.html

Rich — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 08:44:00 -0000

Up until now, I have had no problem with Congress' involvement, but given that the country is in dire straits economical, any Congress(wo)man or Senator who doesn't realize that they have better things to do is a moron.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/stark-rod-has-destroyed-games-history.html

Rich — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 22:19:00 -0000

A-Rod may well have messed up, but he is the victim of a conspiracy by Selena Roberts and her sources, and that is a much bigger story than yet another baseball player doing 'roids.

It will be interesting to see if any of the media has the guts to pursue it.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/cashman-chats-about-his-new-rotation.html

Rich — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 16:35:00 -0000

I think AJ is the key. I kind of expect the other starters to pitch in line with their prior performances, but AJ's career has had a lot of variability. If he can pitch at a high level, I think this could be a really big season, even with the question marks in CF and at C.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/giambi-opines-about-yankee-years.html

Rich — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 07:56:00 -0000

Giambi may say that "It's hard to know what came from Verducci and what came from Torre," but it's Torre's story, so everything is imputed to him.

To cite one of many examples of Torre's abject deceptiveness, when he told Francesa that he didn't know what SWF meant, he's being disingenuous, because it was his responsibility to discover the meaning and implications of the entire content of the book.

It's Torre's Yankee career in microcosm: he wants credit for all the good things, but no blame for any of the bad things.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/torre-on-letterman.html

Rich — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 10:55:00 -0000

Oh, sorry, I saw this post on SportSpyder and missed the other one.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/torre-on-letterman.html

Rich — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 10:11:00 -0000

Tyler Kepner demonstrates that it never was a joke:

Understand this: Torre is not being forthright with his explanation about the infamous A-Fraud reference on Page 245. In his publicity tour for the book, Torre has repeatedly explained that A-Fraud was something said right in front of Alex Rodriguez, by the coach Larry Bowa, a playful reference to whether he was going to play well that night and be A-Rod, or play poorly and be A-Fraud.

Here is the actual passage, as written by Torre and Tom Verducci: “Back in 2004, at first Rodriguez did his best to try to fit into the Yankee culture – his cloying, B-grade actor best. He slathered on the polish. People in the clubhouse, including teammates and support personnel, were calling him ‘A-Fraud’ behind his back.”

Behind his back is the literal opposite of “in front of him.” Torre says he read the book numerous times before publication. Surely he is aware of this important difference.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/posada-injury-update.html

Rich — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 22:41:00 -0000

There were two geniuses, since Hank and Hal overruled Cashman, who didn't want to go to four years.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/posada-injury-update.html

Rich — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 19:08:00 -0000

That's why he needs to hit, and hit with power, to offset the inevitable defensive decline. If he rushes back, he risks losing his ability to SLG.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/posada-injury-update.html

Rich — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 18:28:00 -0000

I'm really concerned about him throwing in cold weather. As they do with pitchers rehabbing from surgery, I would hope that they leave him in a warm climate until May.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/cashman-crushed-over-torre-book.html

Rich — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 15:42:00 -0000

Jeter doesn't have to diss Torre, although it would be refreshing if he did, but he really needs to support A-Rod and be sincere about it.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/clemens-dna-found-in-syringes.html

Rich — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 12:40:00 -0000

It may well hurt Clemens in the court of public opinion, but given the chain of custody issues, I don't think it would hurt Clemens in a court of law.

That said, Clemens would have been far better served to do a mea culpa a year or so ago, and take the public relations hit than to continue to deny reality, especially under oath.

This is Pete Rose redux.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/02/two-of-our-own-make-50-worst-announcers.html

Rich — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 00:04:00 -0000

Kay is a good reporter, but a bad broadcaster. Sterling is awful, and now that his vision is failing, his broadcasts have become a farce. They were actually pretty good when they worked together. Waldman is worse than both, but I guess not sufficiently noticed to make the list.

I'm glad we have Singleton and Leiter on YES.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/nettles-backs-torre.html

Rich — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 23:24:00 -0000

I'm just reacting to this excerpt that Tyler Kepner had:

Torre has a telling comment about George Steinbrenner’s mental state when recalling a meeting in Tampa, Fla., in September 2007. Steinbrenner’s health had clearly deteriorated, and Torre drew a comparison to “The Godfather“: “It’s not quite the same (as) when Don Corleone was shot and was recovering and was sitting in the garden. At least he was talking to his son in a very lucid way, explaining what was going to happen. I don’t think George had those capabilities.”
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The reason I found it objectionable is I think it's unnecessary (and potentially hurtful to George's family) to state the obvious, especially when it is done for profit, which imo, makes Torre's motives questionable, at best.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/nettles-backs-torre.html

Rich — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 22:58:00 -0000

There's nothing dignified with regard to writing about George's declining "lucidity." No child of an aging parent needs that to be rubbed in their face. They experience the heartbreak every time they see their parent.

Joe Torre. All class.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/stark-yanks-softening-to-idea-of.html

Rich — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 20:19:00 -0000

If they receive an overwhelming offer for Swisher (and not with pitchers because they already have more than enough), or if it's a prelude to signing Dunn, fine, otherwise, stop the madness.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/mussina-cone-provide-biting-commentary.html

Rich — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 01:00:00 -0000

I'm not angry at Torre at all. IF the reports on his book are accurate, he has merely shown a side of himself that I have always suspected is there. That is, that he has internalized the hype to the degree that he now believes that he is practically infallible.

As others have said, the 2004 ALCS playoff collapse has completely distorted the perception of both the team and A-Rod. If the Yankees had won that series (and gone on the win the WS), no one would be questioning their character, their grittiness, or their mental toughness.

Ironically or not, it was Torre's terrible bullpen management in that series that was at least as responsible for the collapse as the bad bounces or the failure to hit with RISP after Game 3.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/sheets-new-medical-report.html

Rich — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 00:47:00 -0000

I have no idea if the new report presents any data that would give teams the confidence to sign him, but from my own experience with a shoulder injury, orthopedists have told me that MRIs and the reading of the results can be a very inexact process. So it's possible.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/sheets-new-medical-report.html

Rich — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 00:04:00 -0000

I would allocate any extra money toward a catcher because I believe that is potentially a far bigger need than adding a 5th starter, but if the choice is between Sheets and Pettitte, and the new medical report satisfied the Yankees' orthopedists, I would opt for Sheets, but only for a one year deal. Otherwise, Hughes or Joba will be blocked unless Joba goes to the pen, which is a waste as long as Rivera is healthy and effective.

I think the Yankees will sign Pettitte, in part for sentimental reasons, which is almost always a mistake.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/can-yankees-win-with-melky-or-gardner.html

Rich — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 22:39:00 -0000

pinstripes,

You are what Freud called an anal personality, but hey, thanks for worrying about how I manage my leisure time on the net.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/can-yankees-win-with-melky-or-gardner.html

Rich — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 17:10:00 -0000

I brought up Jeter because he was the Yankees best CF option since Bernie started to decline, and because as the writer correctly points out, CF is a hallowed position history, so it would have been no affront to Jeter to move to CF.

More importantly, any discussion about the configuration of the Yankees' OF should include Jeter because what the Yankees decide to do with him could impact their decision to re-sign Damon.

In any event, I am going to express my opinion no matter what you think.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/can-yankees-win-with-melky-or-gardner.html

Rich — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 15:48:00 -0000

Of course they can, but if CF is such a hallowed position, why I have taken so much flack on Yankee boards over the years for suggesting that Jeter move to that position?

If the Yankees score 900 runs, and CC, AJ, Wang, and Joba remain healthy and effective, and Mariano and the pen pitch well, no one will notice who is playing CF...as long as that person has range and sure hands.

As an aside, when Jeter does make the inevitable move away from SS (inevitable if reality matters), I think he is now too old to play CF, and will probably have to play LF.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/keith-law-ranks-farm-systems.html

Rich — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 22:10:00 -0000

At least Callis was consistent in how he ranked the Yankees and Sox systems. Law isn't.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/more-arbitration-news.html

Rich — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 22:53:00 -0000

Melky should have been the recipient a paycut. His OPS+ was 68...when he wasn't in the mLs.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/cards-inquired-about-cano.html

Rich — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 20:07:00 -0000

I think we need more young position players, not less.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/still-room-for-yanks-to-sign-pettitte.html

Rich — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 20:37:00 -0000

No, unfortunately for the Yankees.

You're missing a critical difference. Sheets apparently does not have a clean MRI while Smoltz now does. But otherwise, good point.

They needed Smoltz. Unfortunately, they may be stuck with Pettitte.

If I turn out to be wrong, I'll admit it (gladly, because I just want to win). I hope you'll do the same.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/still-room-for-yanks-to-sign-pettitte.html

Rich — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 19:14:00 -0000

That is a ridiculous analogy. Newsflash: Smoltz was hurt. Another Newsflash: He's throwing over 90 mph now and has his breaking pitches back.

I don't really care that Pettitte threw 204 IP last season considering that his Post-AS ERA was 5.35. So to cite his aggregate IP is meaningless if quality starts matter, but hey, maybe they don't to you.

Pettitte had a sore shoulder as the season progressed and has a chronically troublesome elbow, so it's not like he's the poster boy for good health.

Smoltz has more upside than Pettitte.

Career ERA+:

Pettitte: 117
Smoltz: 127

Plus Smoltz can pitch in the rotation or out of the pen, which could be invaluable as the Yankees try to develop Hughes and Joba as starters while monitoring their IP.

The issue would be moot if Pettitte wasn't so disingenuous about money and the importance of being a Yankee. He said in ST and during the season that money doesn't matter, and he wanted to remain a Yankee no matter what. Guess not.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/still-room-for-yanks-to-sign-pettitte.html

Rich — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 17:46:00 -0000

Pettitte couldn't remain healthy and effective last season. There is no reason to think that he will this season.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/still-room-for-yanks-to-sign-pettitte.html

Rich — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 16:37:00 -0000

They should have given Smoltz the money.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/braves-wont-meet-yanks-price-for-nady.html

Rich — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 06:50:00 -0000

I think it could be more about the Braves having reached their payroll limit with the Lowe signing.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/220-hitter-says-ys-smells-like-hot.html

Rich — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 01:28:00 -0000

What he's really smelling is his 73 OPS+ last season.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/nationals-interested-in-nady-and.html

Rich — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 16:10:00 -0000

The only thing the Yankees need are position prospects. If the Nats have that (I have no knowledge of their farm system), trade Nady, keep Swisher.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/pettitte-to-houston-unlikely.html

Rich — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 20:09:00 -0000

It would be interesting to see how Andy would have handled this situation if he actually cared about money.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/scoutcom.html

Rich — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 20:05:00 -0000

I think Melancon should be on that list.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/yanks-would-rather-trade-nady-keep.html

Rich — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 20:07:00 -0000

I'd trade Nady for the best position prospect available. If they have to add another asset in the deal, do it.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/boston-close-to-signing-smoltz-and.html

Rich — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 00:47:00 -0000

Thanks, Andy.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/pettitte-rejects-yanks-offer.html

Rich — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:30:00 -0000

Signing Smoltz for one year would be a reasonable option.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/pettitte-rejects-yanks-offer.html

Rich — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:14:00 -0000

Wait.

CC
AJ
Ollie
Wang (is he going to be traded?)

If not, there is no way that a team with this many high end pitching prospects is going to lock up four spots in the rotation for multiple years, thereby blocking Hughes. Unless Joba is put in the pen in a non-closer role, which is even dumber.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/pettitte-rejects-yanks-offer.html

Rich — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 23:29:00 -0000

Andy has never forgiven the Yankees for not pursuing him more aggressively when he was a FA in 2003. IMO, it's that simple.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/baseball-america-ranks-yanks-system.html

Rich — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:24:00 -0000

If Melancon has a strong ST, I would hope so. Looking at his stats at SWB, in 20 IP, his WHIP was 0.75 and his K/9 was 9.9. I think he's ready, and his arm strength shouldn't be a problem.

Actually, I'd like to see Veras get traded (his command is too inconsistent), which could open up a spot for him.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/baseball-america-ranks-yanks-system.html

Rich — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 16:07:00 -0000

Another fairly highly rated Yankee prospect who has fallen off the radar due to injury is Alan Horne.

Actually, on another board a little over a year ago, I had proposed trading Kennedy, Tabata, and Horne for Santana. I think that was a better package than the Mets offered.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2009/01/baseball-america-ranks-yanks-system.html

Rich — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 03:05:00 -0000

Maybe last year, Hughes, Joba, and Kennedy were considered prospects, and now they aren't?

Given that Sanchez didn't regain his velo in the AFL, his ranking could be down.

The Yankees didn't sign two of their their top three picks.

Also, they (foolishly) traded away Tabata when his value was low.

As for that other team, a number of their prospects are now on the ML roster.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2008/12/will-carroll-is-smart-dude.html

Rich — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 13:00:00 -0000

MLB owners, like Anastasio, who are whining for a salary cap are always looking for any available scam to increase the value of their marginal franchise.

Anastasio is particularly disingenuous because he was aware of the existing system when he purchased the franchise for all of $180 million way back in 2004.

Meanwhile, the franchise is now worth $331 million according to Forbes.

So Anastasio hardly has anything to complain about.

But obviously, facts, truth, and reality mean nothing to him.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2008/12/teixeira-natural-yankee.html

Rich — Wed, 24 Dec 2008 00:19:00 -0000

According to reports, each player's locker in the new Stadium will be equipped with n a computer, so that should keep these corporate types in the locker room a little longer, if only to check their stocks. j/k

This is the most important signing of the offseason, imho. It indicates that the Yankees now have a strategy, and are no longer guided by a series of tactics, as they were in the latter years of George's tenure.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2008/12/teixeiras-decision-to-come-today.html

Rich — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 13:00:00 -0000

This is an acid test of how well the Yankees are run as an organization.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2008/12/teixeira-back-in-talks-with-yanks-and.html

Rich — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 15:37:00 -0000

pinstripes,

1) Irrespective of any park effects, in 2007, the Yankees scored 968 runs while Boston scored 867. In 2006 the Yankees scored 930 runs while Boston scored 820.

2) Granted there were injuries and down years (although Ortiz was hurt in 2008 and Ellsbury may have had a down year), but Posada will be 39 in 2009; he could have problems catching 100 games which would put Molina’s bat in the lineup more and force a tough choice as to who will DH (a potential problem with signing Manny); and he almost certainly won’t have the year he had in 2007.

Damon tied a career high in OPS+ and it’s hard to know whether Nady will revert to his career mean, although his OPS+ wasn’t particularly great with the Yankees.

After two knee surgeries, how durable will Matsui be?

Both Abreu and Giambi are now gone in all probability.

Lastly, as a pitching first team, it would make sense to improve the defense (Cash told Francesa that defense will be a priority as older players come off the payroll). Adding Teixeira would do that.

As good as Tampa now is, I don't think making the playoffs is a certainty given the current composition of the offense.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2008/12/teixeira-back-in-talks-with-yanks-and.html

Rich — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 08:39:00 -0000

Heyman does have a rep as a Boras shill, but the Yankees need Teixeira every bit as much as Boston, if not more given their respective runs scored in 2008.

Manny's bat would also fill the void, at least short term, but he is more suited to be a DH than an OFer, however, the Yankees already have Matsui there, and would probably like to use the DH to rest Damon and Posada, who may have to DH full-time in the not to distant future if his shoulder becomes a chronic problem, or merely as a result of aging.

With Damon and Matsui's contracts coming off the books in a year, and only Matt Holiday as a possible top tier FA of need following the upcoming season, signing Teixeira should be a priority.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2008/12/cc-told-colletti-he-wants-to-be-dodger.html

Rich — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 18:37:00 -0000

I don't think Lowe will get more than four years, but if a deal can't be reached with him, I would have Sheets as a fallback position.

It's not as if CC doesn't carry a lot of risk, given the contract and his girth. Similarly, Lowe will turn 36 next season. btw, Their respective career ERA+ is almost identical (while Sheets's ERA+ isn't that much lower).

So it's a matter of making the most out of what's possible. The Yankees should be able to pay more than any other team (including the Red Menace) for Lowe, who has said that he wants to play on the East Coast.

Similarly, Tex seems to be merely a matter of money, and the the Yankees have an abundance of that.

In sum, there are a number of good options beyond CC and the Yankees should be able to exploit them quickly, if they don't become fixated on CC.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2008/12/cc-told-colletti-he-wants-to-be-dodger.html

Rich — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 18:23:00 -0000

Big deal. Sign Tex and Lowe and move on.

Re: http://slidingintohome.blogspot.com/2008/10/should-yankees-sign-manny.html

Rich — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 00:30:00 -0000

The biggest impediment to signing Manny is probably the remaining year on Damon and Matsui's contracts.

Some people often argue that money doesn't matter to the Yankees, but obviously it does.

If they could dump Matsui and/or Damon, I would offer Manny 3 years @ $25 million per. If that isn't enough, pass.

Re: http://www.weekinrewind.com/2009/04/giveaway-arnold-schwarzenegger-4-film.html

Rich — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 14:40:00 -0000

I didn't think Red Heat was available on DVD! Awesome!

Re: http://www.weekinrewind.com/2009/04/giveaway-my-bloody-valentine-3d.html

Rich — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 14:35:00 -0000

And again, tweeted - count me in!

Got to support those Supernatural boys in the movies!

Re: http://www.weekinrewind.com/2009/04/giveaway-marvel-x-men-vols-1.html

Rich — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 14:33:00 -0000

I just re-followed you, and retweeted - love these cartoons!

Fingers crossed!

(And y'know, if you want to check out Mecha Simian over on Zuda...)

Re: http://www.weekinrewind.com/2009/04/giveaway-into-blue-2-reef.html

Rich — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 14:39:00 -0000

I'm sure this is appropriately terrible but...Vandervoort!

Re: http://www.weekinrewind.com/2008/08/giveaway-chuck-season-one.html

Rich — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 15:41:00 -0000

Dude, bring on the new season...And pick me!!!

Re: http://www.mintblogger.com/2009/03/saturated-niche-why-you-should-brush.html

Rich — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 01:24:00 -0000

The issue of a saturated niche was previously discussed in one of the recent guess post at Daily Blog Tips, and I agree with it.

For me, there might be overrated niche such as make money online, but I believe it will always have a space for everybody.

As long as one present himself as unique and useful as he can, he can still dominate that niche even if it is a so-called a "saturated niche".

Re: Resume for Millennial Strategist Position

Rich — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 13:58:00 -0000

He should definitely get the job! Very creative and willing to take risks.

Re: Why do rich people store their scotch & other spirits in lead decanters?

Rich — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 08:19:42 -0000

It is just for looks. The lead does leach out over time.

Re: http://noumisphere.blogspot.com/2009/08/most-amazing-lego-creations.html

Rich — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 12:05:50 -0000

Any plans to credit the builders and link to them? You really should

Re: http://www.jaygarmon.net/2009/04/giving-up-that-which-defines-me.html

Rich — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 16:59:00 -0000

Good luck, Jay! It's always intimidating changing jobs and reinventing yourself, but I'm sure you'll do well.

Also, thanks for dropping me on that ubergeek twitter list!

Re: http://www.jaygarmon.net/2008/11/sci-fi-convention-20.html

Rich — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 10:49:00 -0000

Interesting ideas.

And I sound English and manly. :)

Re: http://www.jaygarmon.net/2008/04/tomorrow-ill-be-employed.html

Rich — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 21:42:00 -0000

Congrats on the new job! I really admire you going for the start up- hope that it pays off!

Re: http://www.jaygarmon.net/2008/03/on-starting-over-or-how-i-screwed.html

Rich — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 11:08:00 -0000

Jay, saw on your twitter feed that you were let go last week - feel very bad for you.

That said, I think you're right in looking at this as an opportunity to kickstart writing - I know I'll be along for the ride!

Re: Rider Down

Rich — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 21:29:00 -0000

Best wishes - heal well and ride safe. My condolences to Wanda.< />< />I agree with the previous commenters. You are one hell of an author and storyteller. I don't have your writing talent, so am truly appreciative of yours.< />< />I have a sort-of off topic question. I am a long time rider who went down at about 25mph two decades ago outside Boston. I rode the remains of the bike home, noticed that I had skinned an arm, and drove myself to the ER. By the time I got there I had stiffened up and could barely walk.< />< />After triage, the Doctor asked what was wrong. I told him I had the (obvious - I still have faint scars) skinned arm, and that I was extremely stiff. I didn't know if I'd done any internal damage etc. < />< />The Doctor asked me to walk across the room. I hobbled across. The told me "You're fine. The nurse will clean your arm." and swirled out of the room. As he hurried out, I asked him "are you sure? How can you tell?" He told me he was sure and disappeared.< />< />I thought it was a pretty sketchy exam - though in hindsight he was mostly right. My only other injury was a sprained ankle. < />< />In truth, I have no idea if the Doc really knew or was just being a ^%$#. The fact that I had gotten home, and then to the hospital, by myself might have been all he needed, but I've driven myself to the hospital with a broken arm before, so who knows.< />< />I was discussing this the other day with a biker friend who told me that most of his club brothers had experienced rude or sketchy health care after bike wrecks. < />< />The consensus in these parts is that, if you wreck a bike, they want to "teach you a lesson" that goes well beyond the "donorcycle" lecture.< />< />AD - have you ever seen that happen in your neck of the woods?

Re: Rider Down

Rich — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 21:29:00 -0000

Re: Random Motorcycling Observations From This Morning

Rich — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:18:59 -0000

Ouch. My sympathy. Glad it wasn't a turkey!

Sparrows, on the other hand, mostly have to be picked out from behind the shift linkage (speaking from experience).

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/06/mussels-chips-and-mayonnaise.html

Rich — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 11:37:07 -0000

...my mayo was out of a jar. The shame, the shame.

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/06/grozet-scottish-gooseberry-beer.html

Rich — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 16:24:56 -0000

Katie, I got this in Hampton, London. Sorry, not local. It would be worth tracking down though...Beer Ritz in Headingley, maybe?

shizuokagourmet, great link, a bit out of my way, though!

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/06/doom-bar-and-eden-pure-ale-from-sharps.html

Rich — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 09:40:52 -0000

Leigh, I actually got it in West London, not round here. They do mail order straight from the brewery, though.

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/05/sorry-no-baconroots-fruits-vegetarian.html

Rich — Thu, 28 May 2009 04:35:18 -0000

...at least they match the paint on the walls...

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/05/gosht-achar-or-lamb-curry.html

Rich — Tue, 19 May 2009 12:06:00 -0000

Marta, that's excellent! I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for letting me know.

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/05/gosht-achar-or-lamb-curry.html

Rich — Tue, 12 May 2009 16:10:00 -0000

Foodie - yes, I did indeed. I used your recipe and it was excellent, but the photos were rushed and a bit rubbish, so no post yet.

The ground almonds in the crumble were a hit.

Girl Interrupted Eating - this will be superb made with mutton (much under-rated and very good value)

Mike - it was a good recipe - fairly easy, with good, reliable results.

Christelle - everybody should make a curry every once in a while...you don't have to have an excuse...

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/05/old-keswickian-keswick-cumbria.html

Rich — Sat, 09 May 2009 13:03:00 -0000

Emily, difficult question.

There are many...there's a place in Dublin near the cathedral that's just stunning, Barb's Place in Victoria, Canada was stupendously good, Bryan's in Headingley is always great, but the best of all is the (long gone) fish and chip shop I used to go to on a Saturday evening when I was a kid.

The Old Keswickian is very good indeed, and worth a trip (I've been disappointed by The Magpie in Whitby, too).

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/04/stout-porter-and-blonde.html

Rich — Fri, 01 May 2009 15:42:00 -0000

Leigh, no the Northdown Blonde was in the Victoria, up behind the library. The two bottles came from a specialist off licence on the main market square in Kanresborough.

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/04/stout-porter-and-blonde.html

Rich — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 13:25:00 -0000

Rob,

What? You mean they have beer outside of Yorkshire? I've never heard anything so insane in my life...

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/04/my-only-successful-cheesecake-ever.html

Rich — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 11:29:00 -0000

Jessica@Foodmayhem - that's a great idea. My first attempt collapsed because it was undercooked...it might have worked if I'd left it in the oven to cool.

Sarah - I've never tought of that. I'll try cooking it in a water bath next time.

Kimberly Anne - hey! Low blow! Men can make cheesecake too.

ValleyWriter - thanks very much.

Itraider - hope you got your cheesecake.

Sstockwell - the diet can wait. There's always tomorrow.

Coconut Girl Connie - I know, I just couldn't let this one defeat me.

curiousdomestic - thanks - I appreciate it.

Karen Brown Letarte - thanks very much indeed.

Alex - it's easier than it looks.

Sheila - give it a try - there are plenty of tips in these comments.

Tangled Noodle - go on, give it a try. It was delicious.

The Ample Cook - that photo took me 2 hours to snatch!

Ricardo - cheers!

Pecete - thanks - I was pleased with it, and it didn't last long.

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/04/my-only-successful-cheesecake-ever.html

Rich — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:30:00 -0000

Hi - you can use the archive on the right hand side, or the labels under each post. I'm trying to think of a neat way of listing all labels without them taking over the home page completely!

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/04/marlow-daughters-old-fashioned-butchery.html

Rich — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:05:00 -0000

Jessie, I know, I've watched that video four times already. That sort of thing just knocks me out.

Leigh...any of your family in business around here?

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/03/slow-roasted-pork-belly.html

Rich — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 14:48:00 -0000

Pork belly isn't health food. if you don't like a certain amount of fat on your plate, you're better off with a loin.

Having said that, this method of cooking means that the majority of the fat is rendered away, leaving a very moist roast. It isn't lean, as such, but it isn't greasy either.

Try again!

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/03/slow-roasted-pork-belly.html

Rich — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:24:00 -0000

Thanks, Alex. I find taking the photos the hardest part of this whole blogging thing!

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/03/feng-shui-inn-london.html

Rich — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 17:39:00 -0000

The Ample Cook: It's currently legal in the UK to use money from tips as part of the minimum wage.

As long as the employee comes out with minimum wage, it doesn't matter where it comes from. this may change soon, but for now, that's the way it is.

To me, that's morally wrong.

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/03/feng-shui-inn-london.html

Rich — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 08:48:00 -0000

...that's a great idea, but it takes a certain amount of bravery to pull it off, I think. Maybe next time...

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/03/mysterious-eggs-benedict.html

Rich — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 03:13:00 -0000

Sapuche - yes, the egg did come out surprisingly well, but the sauce was a little thin. can't be perfect!

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/03/mysterious-eggs-benedict.html

Rich — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 16:23:00 -0000

Affer - too right about the plate. Best crockery only for this, I'm afraid.

Katie - duck eggs are really good - better tasting than normal eggs, I think.

Ample Cook - hope you cooked it!

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/03/naan-bread.html

Rich — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 16:41:00 -0000

Sapuche, get a bread machine - you can do so much more with them than just a normal loaf. These naan breads are a great example. Sure, I could make these by hand, but it would take time, and would make a huge mess, but in a bread machine, I just add the ingredients, hit a button and an hour and a half later I've got a first rate dough to shape and cook. Genius!

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/03/rogan-josh.html

Rich — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 08:32:00 -0000

Heavenly Housewife - it's all in the presentation...

Springtime - Indian food is much easier than it seems. Give it a try!

Ricardo - thanks - very kind.

Kimberly Anne - that's a real problem. This dish really needs it's chilli. You could substitute some tomato for the paprika and get away with it, but it wouldn't be a rogan josh, but a curry is lost without some heat.

Oysterculture - no problem - happy cooking!

D Allerton - I'm as scared of them as the rest of us...

Jennifer Cote, Simplyheavenfood, woman-wisdom - glad you liked it.

Jessica604 - and what freezer is complete without some lamb in it?

Teh Gourmet Girl - thanks very much indeed.

Coconut Girl Connie - Aloha!

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/03/rogan-josh.html

Rich — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 08:08:00 -0000

Thanks very much indeed. Good job it's almost lunchtime...

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/03/scores-on-doors-food-safety-for.html

Rich — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 13:17:00 -0000

Yeah, that's right. I do that all the time. Double standards, I know!

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/03/scores-on-doors-food-safety-for.html

Rich — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 16:28:00 -0000

...at least your Friday lunchtime fish and chips are totally safe.

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/03/scores-on-doors-food-safety-for.html

Rich — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 05:23:00 -0000

Thanks for a great comment.

No, I can imagine that most of the trade is dreading this. It's a very illuminating idea.

Systems of food safety are in place already, and have been for many years, and I agree that the application of them is mixed. There are indeed many top rate kitchens that would fail. This isn't a reason not to pursue a more open scheme, especially one aimed so clearly at the consumer.

Lack of resources at local authority level is probably the main reason that this is being phased in on a voluntary basis, one authority at a time.

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/03/yorkshire-puddings.html

Rich — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 18:01:00 -0000

Dad hasn't got it either. I had a good look round on Sunday. It's not in the sliding cupboard where it used to be.

My Yorkshire puddings the other day were rubbish. Don't tell anyone, but the one in the photo (which is only just OK) was a stunt double cooked entirely for photographic purposes. I did eat it though. it was very nice.

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/02/rhubarb-triangle.html

Rich — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 01:54:00 -0000

Katie, it's the height of the season right now, so anything you can get down in Wakefield this weekend would be the best of the crop.

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/02/north-bar-leeds.html

Rich — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 13:11:00 -0000

Mick, it's gone six on a Friday. Go home!

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/02/north-bar-leeds.html

Rich — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 04:55:00 -0000

Rob, same again next month, then?

Also, excellent Googling skills. Well done.

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/02/fox-newt-leeds.html

Rich — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 08:52:00 -0000

Alex, yes Leeds Brewery are planning to brew at the Brewery Tap. The gear is all in place upstairs, and very shiny and new it looks too.

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/02/larousse-gastronomique.html

Rich — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 01:58:00 -0000

Yes, true enough, 1938 is a long, long time ago, and matters culinary have moved on a lot in the UK (cappuccino anyone?), but in some ways they haven't (turkey twizzler for a school lunch, maybe?)

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/02/larousse-gastronomique.html

Rich — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 05:59:00 -0000

You're right, he is a bit harsh, but he does have a point - British food is good - great in parts - but has it ever reached the dizzy heights of French gastronomy? Not really. Will it ever? Probably not. Sure, we've got plenty of great chefs and a lot of superb restaurants, and there is some excellent cooking going on in this country, but much of it owes a huge debt to our Gallic cousins.

We do cook a mean steak pie, though (plenty of examples worth sampling on your excellent blog - great reading, btw!).

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/02/address-change-coming-up.html

Rich — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 16:10:00 -0000

Katie, follow these instructions EXACTLY:

http://www.consumingexperience.com/2008/02/blogger-how-to-use-www-custom-domain.html

The trickiest part is setting up a new CNAME at your name provider. Each one does it a little differently, but the Blogger help section has some good duidance on what to put where.

All links and feeds will redirect, so you won't lose anybody in the turmoil.

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/02/address-change-coming-up.html

Rich — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 03:48:00 -0000

...all seems to have worked without any casualties, much to my amazement!

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/02/address-change-coming-up.html

Rich — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:06:00 -0000

Yes, the old address will work, but with a clunky Google-mandated redirection in place.

I want to just get this over with sooner rather than later so that I've got the option to migrate to a different platform if I choose to in the future.

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/02/mackerel.html

Rich — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 05:47:00 -0000

Alex, I've done that one before, a few years ago now, and it's excellent.

I remember grilling mackerel with a chilli glaze a couple of years ago, but can't find the recipe again. It'll turn up as soon as mackerel are out of season, and be lost again when they come back in.

I've also stuffed mackerel with a pesto mash before roasting, which is stupendously good comfort food.

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/02/saltaire-brewerys-hazelnut-coffee.html

Rich — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 05:45:00 -0000

...it most certainly had a decidedly reddish tinge to it, not at all like the pint in your photo (I assume the glass on the right?). I really enjoyed this.

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/02/tampopo-leeds.html

Rich — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 14:18:00 -0000

Yes, I've eaten some of the best food I've ever had for pennies on the side of the road in various parts of SouthEast Asia - nowhere in Britain comes close to those prices, that's for sure.

Tampopo does compete on quality and flavour, though, and it's a dead certainty that their kitchens are cleaner than those in some of the shacks I've eaten in in the past...

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/01/saltaire-brewery.html

Rich — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 04:34:00 -0000

Leigh, found it, loved it.

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2009/01/duck-and-partridge-ballotine.html

Rich — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 13:58:00 -0000

...about an hour, start to finish. Most of the effort goes into the first twenty minutes or so. Very easy stuff.

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2008/11/home-made-bacon.html

Rich — Wed, 27 May 2009 14:32:00 -0000

Phil,

...home smoking is the next big experiment, just as soon as I've worked out the mechanics of actually doing it.

More soon.

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2008/11/aagrah-shipley.html

Rich — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:05:00 -0000

Thanks both! This place is a local institution, and it's one of the few local restaurants i know that's managed to grow into a respectable chain whilst still keeping a firm eye on the quality of the food they serve. That's a very rare thing.

And my accent? Northern, Yorkshire...maybe I'll do a podcast someday...

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2008/10/obvious-way-to-get-foil-off-wine-bottle.html

Rich — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 15:58:00 -0000

Yes, irritating, isn't he? Sorry about that.

I've just de-foiled three bottles from my cellar this way...i can do it, but not quite as fast and enthusiastically as that.

If I saw that being done in a restaurant, I'd leave, but I've got to admit it's more elegant than my normal 'wrenching the cork right through everything' technique.

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2008/09/roast-duck-with-apple-and-blackberries.html

Rich — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 13:05:00 -0000

No, there's no chance to save any of the fat...it just gets soaked up into the squash, which makes it literally to die for, both figuratively and medically speaking.

rich

Re: http://www.them-apples.co.uk/2008/09/leeds-corn-exchange.html

Rich — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 05:09:00 -0000

So that's where the emos have gone...I bet Livebait are loving that.