Dont vote. I mean who cares what happens here anyway.
Posted by Michelle Moquin on October 5th, 2008
Don’t ya love when someone throws the reverse psychology bit on ya and you fall for it? Leo DiCaprio put together this video and I have to say I really like it. The message is good. So….
…If you care, don’t wait. You must register to vote.
Monday is the last day in these states to register:
Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, District of C, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Montana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia.
This Week - Registration Deadlines:
New Mexico Tues, Oct. 7
Illinois Tues, Oct. 7
Missouri Wed, Oct. 8
Oklahoma Fri, Oct. 10
New York Fri, Oct. 10
North Carolina Fri, Oct. 10
Delaware Sat, Oct. 11
Don’t be big ‘L’, little ‘a’, little ‘z’….and ‘y’ are you so lazy. – Get off your ass and register - Not listed above? For your state Click here to find out! Or just go to JustVote.org and register online.
Love this video. It speaks to the stupid ones out there who feel that their vote doesn’t count. Make your vote count! Register today. Already registered? Then make sure you get off your ass and vote on voting day. It’s really that simple.
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Doug: Inspiring words. It does take courage and a willingness to change. But are people willing to be honest and willing to make the changes needed? Or do they just not give a shit about anything but their own needs? Plus people are big ‘L’…
Zen Lill: Oh when you say you are going to say something, you don’t hold back. Maybe it is time I give an order and let Anonz handle his own. Or maybe a deal needs to be struck. Eh? Are we still on for a little tête-à-tête later on this afternoon?
Peter: You are so right. Blame it on the 90 year old woman who tried to commit suicide by shooting herself because she couldn’t make her mortgage payment. Unfortunately she didn’t die, so now she has to live her last years out not how she planned. NOW the banks are going to help her. And you’re so right about the children who don’t even have a voice but they worry where their next meal is going to come from because their parents are stupid and they signed a bad loan that they now can’t pay. Yes they are true abettors.
Hi Maddie: How are ya? Busy I know. Nothing new but always a good reminder. Wish the Girls well for me. Got it on the typos – I understand.
Spain and England: Ditto on your thoughts about Palin. We treat Hollywood like the royalty that we don’t have. Yes if she were a man she would be laughed out. How I wish she were. And yes once again, Americans are stupid. Hopefully the smarter ones will prevail this time.
Signing off…
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October 5th, 2008 at 10:13 am
Hi Mischa, LOL I’m Zen – until I’m edgy, eh? Yeah, well, I always consider(ed) it an honor when a friend/lover gave me a well deserved ass-kicking (after I licked my ego wounds right in front of them), I know they – like me, just wouldn’t even bother unless they cared. So, you know, while they weren’t exactly fighting words they were meant to bring anonz to another level but one can only lead a horse to water, you cannot make him drink : ) on another note, deals are always good, and I’m known to be a lover not a fighter.
We are on for a tête-à-tête later on, I’ll make sure I remember to eat so my low blood sugar passionate expression takes on a more measured deliberate delivery : ) when I’m fired up I’m fired up, was it fun? I hear it can be fun to listen or watch it in action, hahaha…
England, unfortunately – my sisters here in the US are not well versed in their history, any history, I try to forgive it but I only swing with women who are up on the dealio. No wonder my pool of pals has gotten smaller, I’m not your average ‘woman’ and certainly not a typical US ‘mom’ figure in any way.
To everyone in any country, make no mistake – Sarah Palin is an embarrassment. We know, we know…pray for us that Obama gets in and we can see change, any change at all would be better than the past 8 years.
Ciao Ciao, Luv – Zen Lill
October 5th, 2008 at 10:41 am
The Bottom Line 2009 Home Maintenance Month-by-Month Guide
Danny Lipford
Invest a few hours each month, and you can keep your house looking great and avoid expensive repairs down the road. Here’s my smart home owner’s maintenance calendar…
JANUARY
This is a good time to address some interior issues…
Start a to-do list. Walk through your home, jotting down projects and maintenance problems you notice or that have been on your mind. Carry a screwdriver and a can of machine oil so you can immediately take care of minor issues, such as loose door handles and squeaky hinges.
Declutter your closets. Throw away anything you don’t need. Buy additional shelves, hooks and boxes to organize everything that remains. Next: Declutter the laundry room, another often disorganized, small space.
Consider your flooring. January is a slow month for carpet sellers and floor refinishers, so it is a good time to get a deal on a replacement or spruce-up.
FEBRUARY
Tackle more indoor tasks before the warmer weather arrives…
Examine bathroom and kitchen caulking. If you find gaps between the tub or shower and the floor and walls, or between the countertop and backsplash, recaulk.
Check under sinks and around toilets and showers for signs of leaks. Also repair dripping faucets — if you don’t know how, a local handyman may do the job at about half the price of a plumber. Save plumbers for bigger, complex jobs.
Call to have your central air-conditioning serviced. Set up the appointment now for March or April to avoid the summer rush. The service will make sure that your compressor and air handler are working well and that the condensate drain is clear.
MARCH
Winter’s ending. It’s time to…
Search for peeling exterior paint. Harsh winter weather can cause paint to chip, peel or flake, exposing wood to the elements. Touch up bare spots now to prevent moisture problems later. First, scrape and sand any loose paint, then prime and add at least one top coat.
Prep your lawn. Apply a preemergent fertilizer to your grass in March (or as soon as the snow melts), and you’ll have fewer weeds and healthier grass come April. A local nursery can recommend a fertilizer appropriate for your yard.
Examine the foundation. Take a walk around the exterior and interior of your foundation (if accessible) in search of cracks. Small cracks should be filled with caulk and monitored to make sure they aren’t widening. If you see large cracks, call a building contractor or structural engineer to inspect. Check cement walkways and driveways. If you find a crack, use a leaf blower to clear out debris, then seal with caulk made for your type of surface (asphalt, concrete, etc.). Use mortar only if the crack is more than a half-inch wide.
Replace the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors when you change the clocks for daylight saving time.
APRIL
Start your spring cleaning…
Wash your windows, both inside and out. Also scrub the window frames and shutters. Replace storm windows and doors with screens.
Pressure-wash outside surfaces. Spray sidewalks, driveways, exterior siding, decks and fences. Pressure washers can be rented for $50 to $75 a day — split the rental cost with a neighbor. Important: High-powered pressure washers can damage siding and decks if used improperly. Read the unit’s operating instructions carefully.
Test your underground lawn sprinkler system. Monitor the system through a full cycle to make sure it survived the winter in good shape. Some sprinkler heads might need to be cleaned or adjusted.
Degrease your barbecue grill with a stiff brush and detergent. Gas grills require disassembly to clean burners. Use a soap solution to check the regulator and hoses for leaks (see your owner’s manual).
Clean and check gutters. Remove leaves and other debris from gutters. If you find any cracks or leaky seals, clean the area and use a putty knife to apply a thick coat of butyl rubber caulk. When the caulk dries, flush out your downspouts with a garden hose. If the downspouts don’t effectively divert the water away from your foundation, buy splash blocks and place one under each gutter downspout.
MAY
Make sure the dehumidifier is working properly if you live where it’s humid and your entire home isn’t air-conditioned.
Vacuum window air conditioners, then make sure there is no air leakage around them (use removable rope caulk if necessary) and they are operating properly.
Examine your deck for signs of deterioration. Tighten screws and railing bolts, and hammer down any exposed nails. Clean and reseal wood surfaces. Also check patio furniture for rust. Scrub rusted areas with a wire brush, then prime and paint.
Check and repair weather stripping and caulking. Gaps around your doors and windows inflate energy bills.
JUNE
Time to make some final preparations for the hot weather…
Change the filters at all air returns of your air-conditioning system. While you’re at it, vacuum out the cavity behind the filters.
If you have a fan in the gable end of your home to evacuate hot air from your attic, make sure it is working. Confirm that the turbine vents spin freely. While you’re in the attic, look for signs of moisture that might indicate the roof is leaking.
Hire a chimney sweep. If you use your fireplace regularly, you should have the chimney cleaned at least every other year. The best time to schedule an appointment is early summer, when business is slow for chimney sweeps.
JULY
The month for outdoor projects…
Paint. July is warm and relatively dry (in most regions), making it a good time for exterior painting projects.
Inspect your roof shingles. If you don’t want to risk climbing on your roof, use binoculars to carefully scan it for damaged and missing shingles.
Care for your garage door. Tighten screws and bolts. Make sure the auto-reverse is working. Use a light grease recommended in the owner’s manual to lube the rollers. Important: Don’t use a spray-on lube, which will sprinkle down on the car when you open the door.
AUGUST
August is the time to tackle those remaining outdoor projects or head inside if you’ve had enough sun…
Mend fences. Replace broken or rotting boards. Repaint fences if necessary. Oil hinges on gates.
Trim bushes and shrubs around your house. Your home has an increased risk of mold and mildew problems if you let plants grow within 12 inches of its exterior walls.
Clean your dryer vent system. Disconnect the vent from the dryer and remove built-up lint. A leaf blower attached to the inside end of the vent can quickly clear it out.
Call to have your gas or oil furnace or boiler serviced. It is best to set up the appointment before the cool weather comes. For forced-air furnaces, install a new filter every month during peak heating season.
SEPTEMBER
Summer’s over. Time to…
Protect your firewood. Cover your woodpile with a tarp, or move a winter’s worth of wood into the garage or under an overhang, where it will stay dry.
Drain and refill your water heater. Cleaning out sediment once a year will improve efficiency and extend the life of the unit. Check the manufacturer’s instructions.
Clean bathroom exhaust fans and kitchen vent hoods. Dust, dirt and mold can build up, reducing efficiency and air quality. Vacuum the fan assembly. Clean the grille and vent hoods with a mild detergent, and dry with a soft cloth. Never use abrasive cleansers.
Shut down dehumidifiers for the year. Empty the reservoir completely, and wipe it down with a bleach solution to kill any mold growth.
OCTOBER
Cold weather’s on the way…
Take in or cover outdoor equipment. Clean and store the barbecue and patio furniture. Change the mower’s oil, clean its blades and drain the gas. Call your town to find out about disposal points for the drained gas.
Test your snowblower. Make sure that all winter equipment is working.
Drain your lawn sprinkler system. Follow your system’s winterization instructions. Also, store hoses and turn off the water to outside faucets, but leave them slightly open so that they drain.
Rake often. Aim for every week or so when leaves are falling. If you wait until the end of the season, the job will be much harder, and your lawn will be starved for sun. Buy a leaf blower if raking is too hard on your back.
Service your generator if you have one. Stock up on flashlights, candles, canned food and water in case of power outages.
NOVEMBER
Late-fall chores…
Tidy up your yard. Trim plants, remulch gardens and rake up the last leaves to keep your yard looking nice through March.
Clean and stow lawn and garden tools. Use a wire brush to remove any rust, and apply a thin film of oil to metal-on-metal surfaces.
Replace batteries in fire and carbon monoxide detectors. Do this when you adjust clocks for the end of daylight saving time on November 2, 2008.
DECEMBER
Winter is here…
Make sure extension cords for holiday decorations that are used outside are rated for this use. All outdoor lights should also be plugged into a ground-fault-interrupter (GFI) receptacle.
Add adhesive-backed nonskid strips to stairs and other dangerous areas, because you will be indoors more. Keep walkways free of ice.
October 5th, 2008 at 11:01 am
I would like to express to those in the many other countries who chime in that we are studip in the UNited States, that (make note those typos are there to accentuate the point) the power of the unity of the “smart” people in your stated countries have power to help make change here in the U.S., as well. If you can’t vote here, you can make a difference by telling your leaders and representatives in your countries, that represent your consituency at the UN, that you will NO longer follow the U.S. lead. So many of your governments all blindly follow the U.S. where we go throughout the world to make mayhem so that the Anonz of the world can keep our country and the rest of the planet as fucked up as it is.
If you want the U.S. to change for the betterment of the society and the planet, as much as I do, then you must speak up regarding the lemming governmental policies of your own back yard to the actions of the U.S.
It would certainly be a welcomed assistance to see the political delegation of the rest of the world take a stand because of the grass root efforts of its people that have created the level of demand necessary that would no longer allow for some of the types of actions that the United States government can set out to do.
Until the education system of our country begins to understand that you cannot continue to teach its 21st century generations using the archaic systems of yore, then its time we begin to utilize the global intelligence of our enlightened friends overseas. We will continue to churn out idiots in this country, leaving many children behind with the Bush “No child left behind program” and you will continue to suffer those consequences and we will have these same conversations again. I urge you to rise up to your officials and demand that you are no longer lemmings on the global playing field to the UNited States. That you will rise to the occasions at hand and demand accountability for atrocities that this administration has done to the world, just as we all would to Pinochet, Hitler, and numerous others. It’s time that the world delegation of countries in the UN rise up and take a stand to this country to show that a lesson does need to be taught!!
You can make a difference!
October 5th, 2008 at 11:12 am
Another thing that reflects the insufferable hypocrisy of white america is the fact that the white pundits can exclaim in their media that an all white jury in a county of 10% blacks were fair. Where a mixed race jury trying the same person was so unfair.
This was an old fashion lynching.
Spain
October 5th, 2008 at 11:18 am
Hey Michelle, Zen Lill cat got ya tongue?
How quick you were to comment on our men being cruel to us. Kind of slow to react to the caricature of justice your white compadres meted out to O.J. though.
Lashkar Gah
October 5th, 2008 at 11:27 am
Arabs the world over are cringing upon hearing a select pool of all white jurors who were allowed to hear stuff about his 1995 trail was chosen to rule on the innocence of an almost totally hated black man by whites.
Yeah, sure he got a fair trail. The same white country that suspected that Gwen Ifill would be prejudiced because she was blacK as a moderator.
So let me get this straight. Whites are fair when they exclusively judge other races, but the other races are patently unfair when they judge whites.
Mehtarlam
October 5th, 2008 at 11:30 am
Welcome to my American girls.
Just another quiet lynching in America. Things that don’t effect whites don’t effect whites.
Do you really think that Obama would have a chance at becoming President if all those white men hadn’t fucked up the wallets of so many white men?
October 5th, 2008 at 11:38 am
Zen Lill
We muslim women will be visiting your column to see your take on the issue of excluding minorities from O.J.’ s jury. Accident, you say? Judicial fairness at work, you exclaim? Or perhaps a little white honesty – “the nigger did something” so lets get him now?
Ahhhhhhh, we wait for you to expound on this topic. Would love to be a fly on the wall to hear what the gutless white boy will email you on the subject of O.J.
Sure they hated all the big black dick O.J. was giving the white women who wouldn’t give them the time of day.
Yeah, this is me coming back-to-ya.
Farah
October 5th, 2008 at 11:40 am
You americans are hypocrites and cowards.
O.J. is just another political prisoner.
Australia
October 5th, 2008 at 11:47 am
America is so full of bullshit hypocrisy. You lecture us about what we did to our blacks. At least we admitted to shooting the bastards because we didn’t want to mix with them.
You “legally” incarcerate yours with an all white jury in a county with a 10% black population. Must have been real hard to get one minority on that jury. Well, yes, it you expected a fair deliberation.
But hey, that’s only the opinion of the rest of the world observing how fair america is. And how quick they are to opine on the morals of the rest of us.
South Africa “back at ya”
October 5th, 2008 at 11:51 am
The O.J. verdict by an all white jury was just a reminder to Obama that even if he gets to become the President. Whites of America can still unite to fuck him up.
May I take the time to give a shout out at my fellow Englishmen.
Tillie
October 5th, 2008 at 12:55 pm
Oh boy, I was going to release about Bush manana, but I will try to make time to explain the ‘jury of peers’ instead, if not manana, then Tuesday for sure, would love to address the judicial system/jury of peers/my theory about OJ/hoo boy, thank you for the task…off to brunch with a South African friend, I’ll have to ask what he thinks about your statement SA : ) – Zen
October 6th, 2008 at 7:55 am
Michelle
The billionaire battle is on to be the first trillionaire. Some of us are beginning to believe that the stupid people might just smarten up and elect the exotic one. The rush is on to grab as much as we can while deregulation allows us to own anything without regard to vertical or horizontal monopolies.
We will drive the markets to the eight thousand level if necessary to get it all. Like I told you, this bail out is flawed. If they don’t start helping the mortgagers to refinance their mortgages.
The government needs to address the credit card theft by the banks that keep the average citizen using all his/her previous disposable income to pay those usury rates. The banks are loaded with hidden riches. If you don’t believe me. Consider that Citigroup and Wells Fargo are fighting over Wachovia Bank and all their apparent debt.
Who would be willing to go to court and pay huge legal fees to fight over your debt? Nobody! Unless, your debt was not real or it had a huge profit potential. These banks plan to control all the flow of the liquid assets of all americans. The plan is to issue credit cards to every working american, then to raise the rates to up to 42%.
Before you shutter consider that that is the actual accrual rate when you add the monthly fees and other charges to a stated 26 to 32% cart rate. There’s money in those folding banks.
The battle will be on to take them over as they fold. Most are folding because their CEO’s are being offered lucrative golden parachutes to sell out their shareholders.
What a time to be living! If I had children, or grand children, what stories I could pass on.
These are indeed giddy times! But for the big boys only. I guarantee you that the little guys will get fleeced in this market. If you can’t afford to buy, hold till the sheep start buying and then sell and force them to take a loss, then buy, hold — you get the picture. It like playing poker with no betting limits, the richest guy can always buy the pot. Giddy Times, indeed!
Anonz
October 6th, 2008 at 7:58 am
Sweetness
I have to play or be forced to sit on the sidelines and watch some smuck control my investment options.
Sweet Pea
October 6th, 2008 at 9:28 am
Q: Why do experts recommend not taking the money from your retirement accounts as a lump sum distribution when you leave a job?
A: If your employer is going to hand you a check for the lump sum in your retirement account, then he/she must withhold 20% for taxes — it’s the law.
Best approach: To make certain that the assets in your account maintain their tax-deferred status and avoid the 20% withholding tax, open a “direct rollover” IRA with a brokerage firm, bank or mutual fund company. Have the money transferred by your employer directly into this account, from one plan to the other. In other words, make it a company-to-institution transaction. All financial institutions are set up to handle such transfers