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Archives of Kudos and Whiners

January 2005

Monday January 31, 2005

CBS has bought AT&T! Amazing. When I was a kid that was the stock that all savvy Americans owned. There was no stock more secure. Boy, how things change. I wonder if we'll be saying the same thing about Microsoft in years to come.
In fact, I don't think Muslims wear turbans.  That's Hindus, isn't it?  The last I heard they weren't out to kill us.
ay back time.  Pay attention. I'm going to let the readers of this site know who the cocaine dealers of this area are, one by one.  Nobody can do anything to stop them, but I will never give up.  the first scum bag, for your info is Jeff, lives in Eden Pines, drives a Chevy Blazer (white with green stripe, tag # J57-ASR).  He hangs out at all the bars mostly L0oe Key Tiki and Coconuts.  Watch out for him. He is very dangerous. He drives wasted all the time. Watch for his old, faded, blue mustang too. More later.--[aketm@bellsouth.net]

I've never has any secrets until I got old. Now there are things about myself and my  relationship that I won't ever tell anyone. Sad.



Where can I get that iguana bait? It's time we rid this island of exotic pests. (I'm not talking about tourists, so calm down.)

Close the gates and feed the hungry. We should start taking care of hungry and homeless right here in America. Quit spending billions in other countries where the people you're helping will turncoat and fire at you when you're not looking. America should be able to vote on the war. (whether to go in with troops or to use a bomb that will make Hiroshima look like a kid's game) I personally like choice number 2. Tap through the thin layer of glass in the desert and look for their, so called weapons of destruction. We lost family in the war so that we can voice our opinions. We need to take action as well. George is trying to do the right thing, but he has gone about it the wrong way.
Can anyone help out? We're looking for a hospital bed.
What a night at The House of Music. The Romantics put on a Great show and Angus Bangus was really great also. They are the nicest people there. The place has changed so much since the new ownership, all for the better. I look forward to the next concert there.
To all those naysayers about the Iraqi elections, over 65% turnout much higher than our own elections.
Hey Ed, you ever thought of a second web cam somewhere there's high traffic like on the marine bank sign looking south to the stoplight?
(Ed: We'd like to, but the logistics are insurmountable at this time. I would need a dedicated computer and a place to put it and a high speed internet connection. I already have another webcam that's been sitting in our corporate office for six months. We were thinking of facing it towards the east so visitors would then be able to watch the sun rise and set and also check on the weather. Stay tuned.)
Congratulations to Bigpinekey.com. After three years you were finally recognized by the mainstream media (The Barometer). Even though the primary thrust of the article was a disclaimer of any association with you, but, like they say, any advertisement is better than no advertisement.
Standing behind a dingbat at the grocery store is frustrating. Amen! The most ridiculous part is that she doesn't start to write the check and be ready to just fill in the amount. Doesn't she know where she is, or what her name is before the total rings up? Standing behind a man is quick because they usually only buy a six-pack of beer & cigarettes.

In addition to the ten-minute check, dingbat mom usually has three screaming toddlers, ignored by the moo with the glazed over eyes. Maybe she is the one who needs to buy a six-pack.
Anyone watching American Idol? That big guy from New Orleans sang a song from the 30's or 40's his grandmother had taught him (I can't remember his name). He was fabulous! I would buy his CD any day. Simon is hysterical.
What's with the speedboats on Pine Channel? The channel is one mile wide and they go like hell just 50 to 100 feet off the docks. It's difficult being in favor of jet skis because they do the same thing. Are they doing it to show off, being inconsiderate of other people or just dumb?
Great to see Slice of Paradise Pizza's ad here now!  That will be a much-viewed menu once it's complete, I'm sure.  Any place that delivers would especially benefit from this exposure.
Bitter about Bush? Ha, ha, wrong call. Disgusted is the word. The war was concerning WMD, then it was revised to removing a tyrant and fighting for democracy. So when will we attack Cuba? Oh, that's right- no oil in Cuba. Thou shall not lie. The only time Bush acknowledged Christ was to win votes. Do you get it yet?

Bush will put America in debt almost FOUR TRILLION dollars before he is finished. Do you get it yet? National healthcare is what Bush needs to focus on, you know... for the United States. After all, that's what his job is for--Americans, NOT catering to the middle east.


So what is this iguana bait? We have way too many of them and I don't like the idea of the Salmonella trails everywhere. Where can I get this stuff?
This war was hand-picked by Bush and none other. Our great troops deserve more respect than to be USED as personal armed guards for Bush's oil supply. Bush is the one who has disrespected and abused our brave troops, and abused his position. Bush has put a value of 12K per soldier. What a slap in the face! We cannot defend America from the other side of the world. Duh.
Julio, Julio, where art tho? The kitchen at Looe key was closed and the managers were in there one night trying to cook. They just didn't look quite so full of them selves with those aprons on. I heard that no cooks are showing up. Got a little strike going on. Any way, it sure was funny. A few nights later the customers were calling for take-out pizza from Slice of Paradise and it was GOOD. One thing I don't get--people were buying bottles of wine and the bartenders opened them and they sat down ate and drank. Why would you buy a glass of wine at four bucks a glass if you can buy a bottle for ten and they open it for you and give you some glasses and ice to keep it cold. Cool, but a Julio cheeseburger would be nice.
To Barometer Steve: Glad you cleared that mystery up about whether this is your web site or not. Very happy you are so madly in love with the wife. Now tell me, what do you have against the Philadelphia Eagles? Go Eagles!



Iraqis don't wear turbans.
I have the opposite taste in movies. I get enough "reality" and "human drama" in day-to-day life and reading Kudos&Whiners.  I love finding an action movie with stuff blowing up and monsters threatening and being defeated by unbelievable acts of daring and bravery!  I wouldn't want to live like that, but it's fun to watch.

Name the lizard:  The lizard pictured is a Madagascar Day Gecko.  They are beautiful with bright green skin and the brilliant orange spots.  If you are lucky enough to have a family of them and you can protect them from cats they should thrive and help provide good bug control in your yard.  If they are always in one place you can feed them with meal worms available at a pet store.

Funny Christo getting a mention just now; he and his wife were on the radio Sun. AM announcing a couple of new projects in the works.  Central Park is getting orange curtains (Christo-sized, of course) and then they have something in mind for a river in Colorado.  Where does this guy get his money?
I am not bitter regarding the monkey man (Bush). I am worried about the outcome of this country that I love very much.
The Romantics show at the H.O.M. was friggin great! A super high energy show! I think if they could get the Marshall Tucker Band they could pack the House. That is, if they can get them at a decent price.
News Alert! Bush did NOT give any American their freedom of speech, and his name is NOT on the Declaration of Independence.

Monday January 31, 2005

 

Sunday January 30, 2005

If I have a choice, I'll stand in line behind a man at the market because he'll probably pay with cash or a credit card (that he'll have ready) and he'll probably do his own bagging to speed things up. On the other hand, If I'm behind a woman she's probably going to write a check and then use coupons. An, of course, she won't start writing that check until after all her coupons have been verified. And bagging is just an option to most of them.

I’ve seen references in this column dissing paperboys and fireman standing in the middle of the highway soliciting. I agree with the writer. I just saw a car almost hit the paperboy at the entrance to Key West. They shouldn’t allow them in the roadway.

No attacks on our Homeland since 9/11! Do you get that? Do you not understand that we are protected by the security that Bush has implemented? Step back and realize that you are waking up everyday able to write your hate mail because of our President. Iraq is free from all of the mass shallow graves, raping, torture chambers. It goes on and on. We help other countries, that's what we do. He had WMD's, come on people, he used them on his own people! He took them to Syria. Look, soldiers have died. It sucks, but it's all in the name of freedom. If you keep spewing out that this war means nothing, then you are telling the troops and family that their loved ones are dying for nothing.




What do you call male ballerinas?

To Persons looking for a chair lift, Mcclainaic' s family may still have one for sale.
Friday was the 28th not the 26th.

I heard about the proposed (miniature) golf course almost a year ago when they started clearing out that lot, but then they just stopped and I haven't seen anything in months.  I think it would be awesome, but I don't know if it's going to happen.
Charity tsunami photo book for sale.
http://www.phuketgazette.net/news/index.asp?id=4033&display=1
Patriots suck. Go Eagles!
Hey cute guy.  I know who you are and I also know as far as you contributing to this community and being so perfect and all.  Why is it that you publicly run down all local construction businesses?  Is it because they refuse your business because you bounce checks?  Have a drink and relax hot head!

Just imagine what was said when we decided to have our first election day! I'm sure people thought we were crazy too. You're just nuts for saying that!
Re: Iguana bait. Thanks for all the tips. I found the poison bait on the internet, works great! I got 3 already. I'm starting to get my landscaping back.
The Liberals know where the short pier is. Heck, that's where they help pull in the illegal Cuban rafts. Come one, come all, we have food stamps & welfare, free, free, free!

Hey, quit picking on the gentle editor regarding proper grammar and correct word usage. She is from Idaho (not that there is anything wrong with that) and doing the best she can. We don't want her to get another migraine do we?
You may not curse, but you are obviously bitter about our President and his inability to measure up to your definition of "Christian".  I suggest you concentrate on the scriptures regarding bitterness, instead of belaboring an opinion.


To the person who doesn't like car chases in movies, don't watch RONIN. It has lots of car chases in Europe, Robert DeNiro killing everybody and lots of twists to the movie.
Watch for the large sharks at Bahia Honda Beach! Oh, and the hypodermic needles in the sand. I found one right by the stairs. Oh, and better check for fecal matter before putting your head under water.

I agree. Go Coasties! Thank you, thank you, thank you.
I agree, the border security on patrol do work hard, and they are to be praised. Our borders are WAY under-patrolled due to lack of funds. We need more border patrols protecting America's borders from every point of land and sea. Had America been spending money on enough security staff, the lunatic terrorists would not have spent time educating themselves in America. The terrorists would not have been allowed in the country. Illegals would not be living free in America by the millions. The terrorists that plan to attack America are already living here, have been for years. We spend more money on protecting Iraq & Bush's oil connection. Therein lies the rub.


Whatever happened to Christo. the "artist" who dresses nature. Remember he draped the mangrove islands off Biscayne Bay? I think he did something to a big canyon too. Has he run out of cloth?

Kudos To the owners of Simply Silk on Cudjoe for creating a wonderful place to shop. They have so many unique gifts and one of a kind things there. Thank you for saving me the long drive to Key West.

Sunday January 30, 2005

 

Saturday January 29, 2005

I see very little legitimate things about the election in Iraq. One whole segment of the population, the Sunni, aren't even voting. A lot of areas are too dangerous to have the elections, so they're not. No candidates were seen because of the danger and 28,000 Turban-Americans, who've never even been there, are allowed to vote by absentee ballot.

Thursday was the 27th.

Can anyone out there help?  We are trying to find a chair lift for a disabled friend.

I don't like car chases in movies or any chases for that matter. Sci-Fi movies are the worst. They usually have a little plot line and the rest of the movie is running and chasing. It's the same in books. Those international "Thrillers" from Ludlum and his ilk are usually the same; a plot line and then running and chasing for the rest of the book. While I'm here ranting, I'd like to see a police car just drive up to a crime scene instead of that power-slide thing that they do. One more second longer isn't going to catch the killer!

In response to no funds for Homeland Security:  The Coast Guard in the Keys is funded, not well, but funded, and they work very hard protecting your borders.  Night and day they are patrolling not only protecting the coast, but saving lives as well.  Big thanks to the Coasties!
Who is your neighbor with the coral rocks? Can you ask him if he wants to give some away, I would like to build a rock wall and have already picked through the pile mentioned here in the "Classified Section" By the way, thanks SO much to that person.
In Big Pine we have a few interesting lawn decorations. One, for instance, is the Toilet with a plant growing in it on Winfred. This guy just moved here and I guess that's his way of letting everyone know what kind of person he is. Someone should go and take a dump in it!   Ehuuhhhh...plop, plop.
Dear Editor/Publisher:  I love your web site, and the sentiment behind it. I would never presume the right to have a message posted on it, and I'm grateful for this forum. When I get the chance, I always read every post. Sometimes though, the gentle editor (re) punctuates the submission, and at times changes the color and even the meaning of the message. Not saying you don't have a perfect right to, but I have to think this is totally unintentional.
 

For instance, sciolism / sciolistic really is a lovely little word that I'd had an affair with early in life. Oh, I abused her, carelessly tossed her around a bit, as is the wont of callow youth, but what went around came around, and I matured. On the site, it was exchanged for scholastic, which, although being a handsome word, still didn't quite hit the mark I was after. Could've been the spell checker I s'pose, because I keep having to train mine. Did'ja ever hear of sciolism? You might know, it was the late Tony Randall's favorite word. Of course being the consummate gentleman, Mr. Randall would avoid such tatty pretension like the plague. (Ain't she a beauty, though)? But I figured I might pull her out of the box here yesterday, to give her a nice run and see if she was well received. I'll just state for the record I would always defer to your direction, gracious Host. (Not as if we had a choice), Ha!

Hey, while I have your attention, I'm sure this has been pointed to before, but I'd like to make an >imploration< (really a word) to the gentle readers who may not know:
"There is no such thing or word as kudo. Kudos is a singular noun meaning praise, and it is pronounced kyoo-dose. There is also a plural form, spelled the same, but pronounced kyoo-doze. Please stop telling me, "So-and-so picked up another kudo today. "[George Carlin]  Kudos. A homely word, but he means well.
 

(Ed: Kydoo-doze to the writer. Thanks, I need all the help I can get. It was too big a word for me. But don't insult my Spell-check with your sciolism or I'll have to have an imploration for you to use littler words.)


In The 1939 movie Ninotchka, Melvyn Douglas said to Greta Garbo, "Radio. It's a box you buy in the installment plan and before you finish paying for it they tell you, you need a new one." The very same thing could be said today, 66 years later, about computers.

NOLA.com: Cams Central  Save your money. Avoid the crowds. Stay at home and watch Mardi Gras live!
To my neighbors in the Avenues, County Road, Sands, Ixora, Palm, Pinewood, and the connecting roads- please think twice before putting out "free" stuff. It seems that some uncaring people (I am hoping that it's kids) are taking the stuff like T.V's, lamps, night tables & microwaves, and instead of using them, are depositing them in the uninhabited areas and dirt roads in the neighborhood, and smashing the heck out of them. They join the cars, boats, and abandoned crap that nobody is carting away. I know I will be taking my used stuff to Salvation Army, instead of placing it curbside from now on. I'm just sorry that it has come to this. When I first came here, that was a way to furnish the house with out having to spend too much money, now it's just another cause of the pollution that is taking its toll of our beautiful island. R.I.P. the good old days.
Haven't all you liberals found that "short pier" yet?


I agree that the office of the US President should be respected--WHEN the person holding that position is respectable.
The guy with the rocks in front of his yard isn't an artist, he's just a local keys resident that thinks you should mind your own f-ing business. Whose business is it anyway if somebody does something (or doesn't) in their own yard? Do you pay his property tax? Why don't you just shut up and go back to wherever you came from where nobody minds that you mind THEIR business?
The only reason I go to the Square Grouper is the name. First I burn a real fat one then I try to eat all the appetizers I can. It feels so good to eat at a place named after one of my favorite memories of the Keys. Bring back the real square groupers, get rid of all the cops and this place will be what it once was, Paradise.
SMonkey George is considered a Christian. By whose standards? I'd like to know how invading another country to look for somebody that's in a DIFFERENT country qualifies him as a Christian. Maybe his qualifications are denying the needy and poor of life necessities. Maybe it's putting our country in such a deep debt that grandchildren will still be paying off the burden many years from now. Maybe it's lying to others and deceiving a whole country. The bible says that the enemy will come to us looking like the lamb (or the savior) and that we need to be aware of his deception. Why is it that so many kind-hearted and well meaning Christians can't see that the monkey man may be somebody we need to be wary of? What part of the New Testament (you know, the part of the bible that Christians are supposed to be living like) tells us that we are supposed to send our children to die for oil rights?
Aromas coffee shop Rocks! Go Diane!
If people think the residents of the Big Pine area treat the tourists badly try being a tourist in Key West.  My cousins are in town and were staying at the Sheraton across the street from the beach.  The room was sold to them as non-smoking and reeked of smokeThe toilet was peed in and un-flushed. They went down to the reception desk to ask to be moved.  The person told them they can't move them due to being full.  I guess a full hotel is reason to piss in your toilette upon check in.  They asked to see a manager. Some useless woman came out who said she was the manager's assistant and the manager was in a meeting.  This woman actually asked them if they were sure one of them didn't use the bathroom and forget to flush it.  Then she asked if they were positive it was smoke the room smelled of.  She gave them a can of air freshener and suggested they spray it in the air conditioner.  Finally, the general manager came out of hiding.  She stunk of booze and was glassy-eyed.  She offered to have house keeping go clean the toilet and said there was nothing she could do about the smoke smell in the non-smoking room.

Someone must have smoked in the non-smoking room.  My cousins told her they understood that she can't control all the customers, but would think they would spray the room after the smoker checked out before renting the room as a non-smoking room.  She offered to give them a free breakfast for the trouble.  I guess free breakfast justifies a smelly room with piss in the toilet.  To bad someone didn't crap in it, they might have gotten free dinner. 

At this point they were disgusted by the whole hotel and the smell of her booze breath, so they accepted the room, but checked out the next morning.  They were planning on staying 5 days.  They checked into The
Radisson.  Hopefully, they will be treated better.  What an impression they have of their first visit to the Florida Keys.

Re: Next to the Big Pine Bike Shop.  Q)  Since the bike shops on Stock Island closed, I am curious as to exactly where the Big Pine bicycle shop is. Sorry, I don't live on Big Pine and I am not familiar with Aroma's Coffee/Deli shop yet!
(Ed: Both are on County Road in Downtown Big Pine just Off US-1)
If Bush were even a tidbit of a real Christ believer, he would have said "Merry Christmas and Happy New Year". He is afraid of offending 5% of the non-Christian population, which is evidently more important to him than claiming to know Christ on His birthday. Pure & simple. I call Bush a "wuss" because I do not curse. Not calling him what I REALLY think of him is being very generous on my part.

He claims to be "Christian" when he cannot explain himself. He just prefers the public to draw their own conclusions when he says "duh... because I am Christian". Give us a break!

The eagles are going down!
(?)Thanks, but No thanks! We all like a low or no sodium diet!
This is a gossip column. Where is all the good, juicy gossipAnd be specific.

Saturday January 29, 2005

 

Friday January 26, 2005

I've got Kudos! It seems the column has been dipping heavily to the whiners lately, so my whole commute to Marathon this morning was brainstorming kudos.
A few times a week I stop at Aroma's Coffee/Deli shop (next to the Big Pine Bike Shop - and here's a kudo in a kudo: Marty, you rock. Go see him with any and all bicycle questions.) and just get a coffee. The girl (owner)
in there is always nice and chatty, as well as the regulars who frequent there for breakfast. I also think it is really cool what she has done to decorate. There is all kinds of old Keys stuff on the walls. It just makes
the place a little more intellectual then, say the Tom Thumb, where the coffee is not as good and cost more. She lets me use my own travel mug too, which saves her a few cents on a cup, and me having more litter in my car. 

My point here is, support your neighbor, even if its just a cup of coffee. Also, I am glad that the flea market is back in swing, cheers to the locals who make a few extra bucks over there. I go often and get some breakfast, all my produce and random necessities, get to people watch and be outside. It rocks. And I know its silly, but this weather has been pretty sweet too. Cozy sweaters can be 'fun' a few times a year when they are not a necessity. And last, I stopped into the House of Music the other day, and I cannot wait
for the Romantics show on Sat night. It is looking so nice in there. Kudos to the owners for taking a ton of initiative with the building and (thank God) the music scene.

There's a good recipe for traditional Key Lime Pie in the Recipe Page. Pies made from this recipe have gone to Jimmy Carter's Inauguration and to the table of King Juan Carlos of Spain. It's pretty good. Meringue instead of the newer whipped cream.
http://www.bigpinekey.com/Recipes/recipes.htm

Wow! You bash our President when he brings his Christian faith into the Oval Office, and you bash him when He say's "Happy Holiday's. He was talking to the whole country with different beliefs, and was also talking about the new year, hence, "Happy Holidays". We already know His beliefs. He does not hide the fact that he is a Christian! The whole damn world knows He's a Christian! How dare you call Him a wuss!


T
o the editor: You are a coward for censoring the truth. you should be ashamed of yourself.
Re: Manley-DeBoer. Maybe you don't know about Overseas Lumber.
Ford, who is already in financial trouble, just recalled 800,000 vehicles because of a possible fire hazard in their auto pilot. That's got to be costly!
Local school alumni, alumnae, teachers, and all who have immigrated from localities beyond, please notice the prevalent number of us who are barely able to functionally read. Forget about writing. Most disturbing, the inability to articulate a thought, if there was one. I am not being a smart ass, but communication, it seems to me, is profoundly essential. The fundamental currency. It could be argued that it's never taught because the epidemic has lived through the generations >thereby< gaining acceptance. Interested teachers will throw up their hands. (Boring, isn't it)?

People are virtually paralyzed when they're afforded the opportunity to resolve a grievance, or a dispute, or communicate a need. Since many are incapable of presenting their own case, they have little regard for another's. (What is the opposite of talking? The answer of course,  is waiting). When the subject makes the attempt, they're lost if they can't do it with the few clichés, or two or three platitudes they've devoted to memory. So frustration precedes the customary barrage of school yard insults. It seems to me, usually this has to do with being afraid of looking stupid, or trying to maintain an image of superiority. People who are able to express themselves effectively, end up having to do the communicating for their counterparts as well... y'know, fill in the blanks and stuff.




I've lost 32 pounds on the Bush diet! Every time I see his mug shot plastered across the TV screen I want to vomit.
Re: Bush Denied Christ.  You are not only grasping at straws but are manipulating scripture to "prove" your point.  It's like someone saying "Gesundheit" and then being accused of denying Christ because they
didn't say "God bless you" (Christ being the fullness of the Godhead bodily, after all).  This condemnation of semantics is merely your opinion.
I don't understand how the wrong intelligence interpretation that led several countries to believe Iraq had weapons of mass destruction (which is probably what Saddam worked hard to get us all to believe) gets turned around into an accusation of lying on the part of this administration. 

We are taking bets about who the phantom (and very funny) editor is for the Gossip page. I say the person is a woman and originally from Idaho. Any other guesses?
 
(Ed: Here's an early photo of me. [I had a migraine that day.])

I've been renovating houses for most of my life and the area that I pay most attention and give the most detailed work is directly across from the toilet. That's the only place in the whole house where people just sit and stare. That area is the most scrutinized place in the house.


Man, the new dance floor at the House of Music is awesome! Not to mention the ladies out there shakin' a tail feather. And best of all, All the ladies had all their teeth and not a one of them was over 125 pounds!
Long Winded Tomes
I was very happy to read about the proposed Miniature Gold at Boondocks.  The thought of a bowling lane is even better.  Both will provide clean and fun entertainment for children as well as adults.  I would love to get a bowling league going.  Maybe even make it a charity event.  The bowling lanes at the base donate it to a different charity once a month and a lot of money is raised for some great causes.


Re: Cute Guy Alert. Yes, I have all my teeth and a full head of hair. I don't do drugs or even drink alcohol. I am a good, honest, hard working man who contributes regularly to our community. I can buy my own cheeseburgers and suggest that you spend your money on someone who needs it. A real beach boy knows it's always summer within.

I like seeing so many people who remember Ben Woodson as the heart and sole of Little Palm Island.  He was a true gentleman and a pleasure to know.  The Island was a class-act establishment under him.  Between Ben, Barry Smith and the Chef Little Palm couldn't be touched.  Now that it has been corporate raided and corners cut and pennies pinched it is a shame.  I am glad Ben isn't alive to see it now.  I am amazed that Joe Roth is allowing it.  Joe is the only one of the original five owners left.  If for no other reason, I would expect Joe to keep it going out of respect for his former partner and Friend, Ben Woodson.  Joe has always been known to be a great guy just like Ben.  Many of us in The Lower Keys had the honor of knowing Ben Woodson.  What a shame to see what has happened to his dream island.




The Nuclear Submarine San Francisco should never have left home. Just look at that mess. the tarp covers all the secret stuff.
We have no funds nor manpower for Homeland Security. Instead of guarding America's borders, Bush decided Iraq was more important to protect and defend.


This should read Kudos and Whiners, Inc.
My neighbor has a bunch of coral rocks piled up with weeds growing out of them in front of his house- Is this guy an artist or just another Keys slug too lazy to clean his yard? 


To the obvious smoker who pointed out that intelligent people do smoke--i.e. Laura Bush. Take a good look at who she married. Yeah, she is real smart.
Grandpa's social security is safe, but I feel sorry for young Americans. The future generations will have so much federal tax taken from their paychecks that they won't be able to afford to eat.

All this money will be taken to offset the Bush financial fiasco years. In the future, I predict 'W" will go down as the worst president in US history. Anyone that voted for a known liar is also a disgrace to their own future generations. That is, if Bush doesn't KILL OFF all the future generations. 


Has anyone noticed some monkeys running around the lower keys? Maybe they are escapees from Monkey Island. And some have been seen smoking.
Hey soccer mom, you're either part of the solution or part of the answer.(?)
Whereas, heretofore wherefore whereat, hence henceforth, where through hitherto, whereupon,  hereto whosesoever wherein. Herein, whereunto hereunto whereunto, henceforward wherewithal hereon, hereupon, whereof  herewith wherewith, hereby whereby hereafter hereinbefore thereof. It all means whatever you like. Just salt them randomly into your scholastic drivel, and serve cold. Mmmm, delicious!

 

Thursday January 26, 2005


Big news for families: they're building a miniature golf course next to Boondocks in downtown Ramrod Key. Finally, something for the family to do together without having to travel. all we need now is a small bowling alley and movie house.

For over a year, roomer has it that Manley-DeBoer Lumber Co. in Key West has bought Pinewood Materials and will be opening a lumber yard on Industrial Road. Do you think this will ever happen? It sure would be nice to have a full service lumber yard here.

I'm sick of people complaining about the Key Deer's customers. Every type of watering hole is needed. Clientele have a way of going to the place that their most comfortable in. Some go to Little Palm and some go to the Key Deer Grill. Nature has a way of getting people to settle-in. If the Key Deer wasn't there someone else would build a bar just like it. It fills a need. No one has to go there.

Good book. Inside the Kingdom: My Life in Saudi Arabia
by Carmen Bin Ladin She married one of Osama's brothers, a fabulously wealthy Saudi. And she tells what life is like inside the Magic Kingdom (Magic for men--not for women.)

With Homeleand Security in effect does that mean that there are no longer any illegals coming from Mexico? Or do we still turn a blind eye to them. If they're still coming over the border like they used too, what's to stop a terrorist from doing the same?

Paradise Insurance Co. If it was paradise we wouldn't need insurance.

I was 18 in 1980 when I was able to vote in my first election. I was well aware of what was going on around me when I was young as I always was reading the paper and watching the news. I had seen my country slide to an all time low, we had the hostage crisis going, we had the Mariel boatlift happening at the same time in '79 -'80 (How many of you Piners go back that far; that are complaining?).
 
Well, I heard this wise old man from California talking about bringing America back to greatness, making her as he said it "a bright shining light for everyone to look up to," so I voted for him. He did everything he said and then some. I voted for his vice-president, another "stick to your guns" man. Things were good in America then.
 
I didn't vote for Clinton (who sat for 2 terms with less than 50% of the vote?). He ran this country like someone moving to the country and buying a good farm and forgetting to fertilize it. It slowly starts to degrade. 8 years of Clinton and I felt like I did in 1979; sort of ashamed. Well, I voted for George W. Bush, a decent, moral guy. I liked his idea of family values. We had seemed to get away from that in the '90's. Then came September 11, 2001, one of the three lowest points in our young history. I, for one, am glad this man was our president at that moment; and the weeks after proved me right. People only remember the low and the high. People remember the name of James Madison, Abraham Lincoln, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Ronald Wilson Reagan and the future will remember the name of George Walker Bush. Will it remember William Jefferson Clinton the same way? Only time will tell.


Don't you think Pfizer Pharmaceuticals should get rid of the P in in front of Pfizer; or shouldn't they put an F after the P in Pharmaceuticals?

How much oil could have been purchased for all the bllions wasted on Iraq?

Who does Bush think he is? He is NOT president of the world. If the Iraqi wanted a democracy, they would have done so by now. That is akin to someone coming into my home and forcing me to run my life as they run their own self-important ego-maniac lives. No wonder heads are rolling. How utterly stupid.

Over 1,400 American troops died since Bush lied.



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hank you all for the awesome ideas for the birthday partiesKeep 'em coming. It's a good feeling to read a complete stranger wishing my son a happy birthday!

To the Teacher at Sugarloaf. If you are a teacher there, thank you. I feel every teacher that has taught my children has been a gift to my children. I, for one, find the teachers gifted and wonderful. I, for one, have never complained about the teachers there. The system is broken, however. This state has so much extra money, that baby Bush is cutting taxes instead of returning some of the stolen dollars to the school system. Every year more money is taken from our children's education. This is the next to lowest state education-wise in this country. Florida ranks 49th! I hate the fact that borderline kids are forgotten and dropped in this system. There is no room here for kids that need something a little different education-wise. There is no longer money for after school programs.  I love the assistant principal of the middle school. My only complaint is with the principal.
To those of you that write in that you're leaving the Keys and list the lack of things to do for kids as a reason. What are you talking about? I am sorry so many good families have had to leave due to the cost of living here. I must say, one of the many reasons I fight so hard to stay here struggling along in paradise is because it is a wonderful place to raise children. Our schools are not overcrowded, crime is low and as far as not having anything to do for kids...If you are willing to drive a bit there is more things to do here than our family can fit in. Boys Scouts, Girl Scouts are very active in our community, BPAA, which offers swimming, baseball, football and cheerleading. We also have AYSO soccer, theater, tennis, music lessons, gymnastics, dance, Karate. Seacamp. Art camp. You name it. We have it.
 
That's not mentioning all the water activities. Sorry to see you go. I'm very tired of hearing the excuse that there is nothing for the kids to do here. Wake up, check out all the fun that's going on in our local communities for our kids.
To the Sugarloaf Complainer(s). Thank you for firmly confirming to all of us that you are very, very confused! That answers a lot of questions anyone may have had about your opinions concerning education issues.
School employees and gracious responder. My points are valid while my graceless presentations stink. Humble apologies. I do not single out Sugarloaf, although it is a part of my gripe. After living and paying property taxes here for 35 yrs. (usually half is for the school district),  I am sometimes compelled to point out that home schooling is a great alternative to parents who are frustrated with the public system. The System, to a great extent, encourages irresponsible people who have kids, to abuse, perpetuate and exacerbate the problem.  Bureaucrats, likewise, are enabled to do the same from their end. Teachers should be able to teach, not be reduced to tax supported baby-sitters. Not just here, but across the nation, taxpayers are getting stiffed on the return for their school tax money among other bureaucracies. School tax is particularly aggravating because there is no way out. "To deny tax increases is to deny the children", that is the litany, and so the checkbooks are opened without accountability.
 
Incidentally, I am faced with the products of the local System every day, I think I have a clue. There are great successes here, not too many profound failures, I grant you, but again:  In spite of the System, not because of it. Also, I'm in sympathy with the good people under the System. I would hate the stress of being ground between the bureaucracy and incompetent, so-called, parents. And I wouldn't like to read daily put downs of my work or friends. But my work is not tax supported. I succeed or fail by my own hand.

Intelligent people don't smoke
. Give me a break. I'll bet you voted for Bush too (Laura Smokes).
"If you are ashamed of me, I will be ashamed of you before my father" -Jesus Christ

When Bush failed to end his December speech with "Merry CHRISTmas"- Bush was ashamed to claim His name in Christ. Therefore, Bush denied Christ. "W" stands for Wuss, on sooo many levels.

This guy gets scarier and scarier.
Secret Unit Expands Rumsfeld's Domain. New Espionage Branch Delving Into CIA Territory  --By Barton Gellman W Post (1/23)
The Pentagon, expanding into the CIA's historic bailiwick, has created a new espionage arm and is reinterpreting U.S. law to give Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld broad authority over clandestine operations abroad, according to interviews with participants and documents obtained by The Washington Post.

Policies of Dubya that I support; ditto.  Couldn't have said it better.  Thank you for a well-spoken reply.
I am still laughing at the ignorant person who said they will not eat at Square Grouper due to the name.  I am somewhat glad you feel that way because I wouldn't want to eat next to a horse's ass like you.  Every night the place is packed because of the great food, remarkable service, friendly staff and fair prices.  I am sure they will still make their mortgage payment and electric bill with out your business.  If the name Square Grouper offends you maybe you can go to Key West and eat at Crabby Dicks or The Horney Pelican.  I hear The Poop Deck is good too.  If Square Grouper's name offends you then don't eat there.  Your missing out on great food.  Maybe you can spend the same money and go to Bahama Jacks.  They have a cute name but the food sucks.  It's your money and your choice.



They made it! Go, Eagles, Go! All the way. This is our year.
Don't forget, whether you like or dislike the President, the position should always be respected.  Also, let's remember why we get to express our opinions in this forum.  Our men & women have worked and are working
hard to defend our right to our way of life.  So thank a Veteran, a Soldier, a Family who is "making due" while one of them is away serving our country.  Then express your opinion, respectfully - in that way you honor what we stand for.
Re: If you are perfect, why aren't you married? Answer: Some people prefer to get an education and have a career first. The term "settling down" means you often "settle" for less than who you want. Many people do settle for less than who they want because- oops! baby is on the way, or they need a place to hang their hat.

After all, once the woman has a baby, that's 18 years of a meal ticket. Wait till the firstborn is a teenager- then oops! another baby. How many families have you seen with this scenario? Ever wonder why? You don't have to be perfect for marriage--in fact, far from it!


I didn't say if you were perfect you would be married. I said "If you were perfect you would have been found by the worthy women." The difference between the two statements is huge and NOT interchangeable. Marriage is a choice, but perfection is a gift.
Birthday Party Planer. Wow, some of the people who type in this gossip column sure are testy!  I went back and read the message I wrote and nowhere did I mention the parents were complaining. Truly the clown idea would put a smile on your child's face would it not?  Or a puppet show could give them a new interest.  Who said your home wasn't a happy one, why must you justify yourself with giving us information about purchasing ice cream cakes?  You are too defensive dear, and the statement about getting your imagination going it not negative, it's positive!  One more thing, not "every person wants to spend money they don't have" to see their child smile, your love should do just fine.

I
 went to Parrotdise Bar &Grill last night, they were having a full moon party and the Moondogs were playing there and put on a great show.  Hats off to the chef, the food was excellence. the hostess Roxy, what a nice girl, she really gives the place some personality. I look forward to returning there.
Thank God that I am not the only free thinking Conservative in the lower keys!
Wow, the guy that calls himself God is something else. He talks about liberals believing lies. What about the big lie the monkey man George W. told us? WHERE ARE THE WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION? I am still waiting to see any evidence of any. And Connie R. saying, "It doesn't matter what we do in Iraq, the only thing that matters is the final result". Doesn't that send out a great big warning flag to anybody else?
To the person asking about the green and red lizard.  This is known as the Madagascar Day Gecko.  Not native to Florida, but was first seen in Broward County in the early 1990's.  They have been found in the Keys on Little Torch, Grassy Key, Plantation Key and Big Pine Key.  They are believed to have been released by or escaped from a breeder who was supplying them to pet stores.
 
They are harmless critters and do a great job on eating bugs.  The ones found in Dade and Broward do not seem to be reproducing, however in the Keys they have sustaining reproduction.
Thanks for explaining the term "square grouper"!  Being hopelessly out of it on some topics, I really appreciate the info, and I think it's quite clever and funny!
Perhaps I owe you readers an apology. While I was critical of President Bush's inaugural address in some respects, it appears that I took its promise of an expansive campaign on behalf of democracy too seriously.

Barely 24 hours after the last marching band paraded past the White House, the president's lieutenants were out there spinning that all those lovely words didn't mean quite as much as they seemed to have meant.

And now we learn that we should not read too much into the president's enchanting freedom talk. He just wants to look "bold."

For his own sake and ours, Bush and his advisers should not be making it easier for adversaries and skeptical allies to dismiss freedom as an advertising slogan used to justify whatever foreign policy the administration decides to pursue. All presidents need a dose of realism, but surely this president doesn't want it said that his willingness to stand up for freedom depends on what the definition of "freedom" is. You can spin a lot of things. Freedom shouldn't be one of them.   
--By E. J. Dionne Jr.  (Washington Post Jan 25, 2005)



www.theonion.com   Today is funny! (a new issue every Wednesday)
To the person that will not go to the Square Grouper because it's named after drugs. It sounds like you are way too uptight to even live down here.  Square groupers are a part of our history.  And making a comment like that just shows that you are the person that locals down here do not care for.  This is a care-free place to live and if you are missing out on a great restaurant because you don't like the name, you shouldn't even live down here--go back home.  You are the person that we are trying to protect the Keys from.
Bush doesn't carry a wallet. He leeches off the American taxpayers! I'm sure his restaurant bills are charged to the White House. I wonder how much he personally contributed (out of his own money) to the tsunami relief fund? Zero? BINGO. Leech, leech, leech.
Bush asked for yet another $80000,000 for Iraq and Afghanistan. How much has the "W"uss asked for to support our own troops (what's left of them) when they come home? Many are homeless, and living on the street. Many have injuries, both physical and mental that will be with them for the rest of their lives.

Promises made to our enlisted were all LIES to get them to sign up. The sorry GI bill won't pay enough for enrollment into a Community College, much less a University. Veterans medical benefits? Ha, what a joke. And all the while these poor troops of ours, as well as their families, are suffering. We are sending money to Iraq? That whopping sum of a 12K(?) death benefit will surely send the dead soldier's children through college.

Sure, Bush-Hog, rebuild Iraq, new schools, new hospitals, new water treatment systems, housing, food, etc., but let our US military vets go hungry and sleep on the streets.
Oh, goodie. The deficit figure of $427 billion includes part of an additional $80 billion that President Bush requested for Iraq and is expected to rise again.
To the person who won't eat at the Square Grouper because of it's name. If you are denying yourself the pleasure of the finest eatery in the Keys that is your decision. There is such a waiting line there because the food is so good. The waiters are all locals who know where the best food is. Ask any one of them.  Don't worry, you won't be missed. There is no room for you or your self-deprivation anyway. If you ever made it into the place, you would be so sorry you didn't get there earlier.  

K
ey West is good for tourists that haven't seen the shop on Cudjoe key, Coral Artisans. They have a supply of real historical coral rock, and the talent to create "one of a kind" accents. From lamps to dinner table and anything between.

 

Wednesday January 26, 2005

Response to the Bush challenge: The policies of the great "W" that I support: Cut more taxes. Change the medical malpractice system. Secure our homeland and provide for a strong national defense. Winning the war on terrorism. Protect the promise of social security for today's seniors and improving it for the next generation. Enacting a comprehensive energy policy to help end America's dependency on foreign resources. Improving health care and strengthening Medicare. Thank you for asking. Sincerely.

Please stop insulting people who disagree with you by calling them a tourist or such other negatives. It's so base. Try to rise above animal instincts. It feels better.

Thank you to the two with the birthday wishes and great suggestions with Bahia Honda. To the stick-in-the-mud with the suggestion about having it at my house: for one, I was not complaining, just asking for suggestions, and two, what's wrong with wanting your child to have the world's best birthday party? We do all the fun stuff on a daily basis. I buy ice cream cakes from Winn Dixie for fun. Every parent wants to spend money they don't have just to see wide eyes and huge smiles on their child's face. I do appreciate the clown idea-would you like to volunteer?

Clinton hater. Yesterday someone wrote that Clinton bombed the Serb-Croatian country to take peoples' mind off his b**w job. I'm always amazed at the level of hate people have for the former president for such a minor infraction of societies' mores.

This is to the Sugarloaf Complainer(s). I have few points to discuss.
Yes, you are entitled to your opinion, but some of the things stated are simply not true. I AM a teacher and take offense to some of the things one of the posters has stated. I love my job. I love my students. I make a decent wage, but could make nearly twice as much if I lived elsewhere. So obviously, I'm not in it for the money. Yes, there are things that we as teachers are asked to do just like at any other job. But the last time I checked, there were no puppet strings connecting me with my Principal. Believe it or not, I have my own mind and am not afraid to voice my opinion. I can honestly tell you, Sugarloaf has a great Administration-the Principal and both Assistant Principals are extremely hard working and do everything in their power to make the school a great place for kids. They also make it a great place to work! So does everyone I work with!
 
Next point. As far as the complainer who says that home schooling is the only way to go, sorry, I disagree. Yes, maybe some children are able to move at a faster pace or can do all their school work in a couple of hours on the computer, but school is a total package-educational, social, emotional, etc. Home schooling may be right for some, but not everyone.
 
And for the person saying the system is broken.  "Teachers have little to give." Wow! I guess your child was never in my class or in any of the stimulating, exciting classes that my colleagues teach. I witness so much giving each day among the staff. My coworkers are energetic, caring, enthusiastic, creative, flexible, talented and a joy to work with each day. Where do you work? Would you like to read daily put downs of yourself and your coworkers? Try showing a little love in the world. It may come back to you.
Re: Won't go to restaurant named after drugs. Square grouper was the name of a bale of pot floating on the water.  Do you drink coca cola?

Lizard answer: Madagascar Giant Day Gecko (Phelsuma Madagascariensis Grandis). They eat fruit, especially bananas, and insects.

I agree with the person who said Ben Woodson would never have allowed Little Palm to cut costs.  Ben, God Rest Him, was a man with a dream and he made that dream come true.  When Ben owned Little Palm it's sole focus was service and the guest.  With Noble House it is all about dollars.  When Ben ran the place most of the guests were repeat guests.  Most of the people who go there now that Noble House own it will never return.  Noble House took Ben Woodson's 5 Star 4 Diamond Luxury Resort and now it has been broken down to 3 Stars.  They have lost the Relais Chateaux backing.  It is more like Gilligan's Island with a Holiday Inn and a McDonalds on it.  At least on Gilligan's Island The Skipper didn't sexually harass the passengers and Ginger was a fox.
Fat Tuesday is also Ladies night at Boondocks- coincidence? I think not!
How many of you liberal Clinton lovers were outside of the US borders during the Clinton administration. Well, in January of 1997 I first heard of "wag the dog", it was during a conversation with the minister of shipping of Argentina. The conversation was about the Monica Lewinsky scandal and how it connected with the bombing in Kosovo. Needless to say, I came away from the experience with a feeling that the world powers did fear the power of the presidency. That's why people like Osama Bin Laden and Saddam got the power they got in the 90's. This was the most powerful man in the free world and the leaders of the suppressed world were laughing at him. Thank God they got Pablo Escobar before Clinton came to power. Could you imagine Columbia as a terrorist nation run by a drug lord joining hands with the terrorist children of the middle east. Go Republicans, Go Bush, and God bless America.
Editor: Thanks for the suggestion. At our next Board of Directors meeting, The Moondogs will discuss the benefits of advertising on this site. Since my dog Montana is the CEO, we may be able to swing the vote to allocate some funding from our extremely low income! Also you have kindled a large interest as to your identity!
Long-winded tomes
The Parrotdise has really changed it around as far as food goes.  I ate there last night and it was fantastic. The NY strip was like none I have ever had. It's just too bad they closed off the windows.  It used to be great to see the view and feel the wind coming in, and of course, they had plastic for the winter.  Some people will never understand why Tiki bars do so well here. Hello, open air! But anyway, my hat goes off to them for making it thru the summer with virtually no advertising. Oh, by the way, what goes thru a tourists mind when they see a sign saying "parrotdise"? (Oh, look honey. Want to go see the parrots?Believe me, they have asked me dumber questions than that. Some of them are not the brightest, maybe "bar and grill underneath Parrotdise would increase business?
Someone commented about a complaining single. "If you are perfect, why aren't you married?" This is rather erroneous logic and brings to mind another comment, "All the good men are married, and a hell of a lot of bad ones too!"
Bush Caught Empty-Handed During Church Offering
President George W. Bush, who rarely carries a wallet, is caught empty-handed when the offering plate came around during a church service.

To the person who wrote in and said that they would not eat at the Square Grouper because he would not eat “in a place named after drugs” I can only say that he is missing out on a great restaurant experience because of his microscopically narrow view and utter lack of a sense of humor.  The word “pomposity” comes to mind.

Re: sushi back at Winn Dixie. If sushi was served on a platter like that (Tuesday) to me, I could probably acquire a taste for it.
This is for the people with the green lizards.  They are called Madagascar Day Lizards. We feed them old almost rotten bananas, and almost any fruit. They're very entertaining to watch and they don't hurt any type of plants.
To the person who won't eat at the Square Grouper because it's named after "drugs", Get a freakin' life.
Read any good books lately?  Here are a couple of my favorites:
The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd
1000 White Women by Jim Fergus
The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver and
Middlesex by J. Eugenides
Re: lizard. It's a Day Gecko. Very nice to have in your yard. It will not eat plants, just bugs.
I agree with the writer about environmental protection, health care, social security. That is democracy. The complaint against Liberals is that they welcome every fugitive and illegal who can boat, raft, swim, walk, crawl or slither onto American shores.

If we want a better health care system, stop spending the money on free healthcare for the illegals. We want social security? Stop spending the governments money on food stamps and other freebies for illegals. Stop the government from doling out thousands as seed money to illegals.

And BTW, global warming (caused by car emissions) raises the sea level every year. When the Keys are underwater, where will the SUV drivers and other gas hogs & Bush-hogs live?



If Mardi-Gras started up as a religious celebration, how did it get to the point of showing boobs for beads? It just goes to show what men REALLY worship.

So, Slick Willie (oops…I mean former President William Jefferson “I didn’t have sex with that woman” Clinton) and his wife, Senator Hillary Rodham “Now, where did I misplace all of those records” Clinton,  were in Key West, walked along Duval St., greeted strangers, had their picture taken and begged for money (oops….I mean soliciting contributions for Hillary’s NEW YORK BASED political machine).  Wow, was I impressed.  But then, as I thought about it, I was in Key West the other day and as I walked along Duval St. I saw a local bum (oops….I mean a poor, unfortunate homeless individual) greeting strangers, occasionally getting his picture taken and begging for money (oops… I mean soliciting contributions for his Key West based lifestyle). The only difference seemed to be was that the bum didn’t get his picture on the front page of The Key West Citizen and stayed in town after he got his money.

The little feller and his boyfriends who feel compelled to complain about the quality of women in the local bars, calling them cattle and such.  If you just stick to dating yer bottle of hand lotion for now you'll grow up in time. Don't worry. Mature, voluptuous women are the most beautiful. I guess 'cause they look like women. I love 'em. Someone told me some time back, "Nobody but a dog wants a bone".
A few weekends ago I had my daughters birthday party at Sombrero beach. The kids played on the playground and ran around in the grass, while we cooked hamburgers and hot dogs on the grills provided.  We hung a piñata up and they had a blast smacking that thing around for awhile.  She opened presents and ate cake and then we headed over to the beach where they swam and played in the sand for another two hours.  They were out like lights by the time we got home.
To the parent of the three year old looking for party ideas:  Every year my daughter has her birthday party at the Baptist Church playground on Big Pine.  We've been doing this for the past 5 years (she turns 11 in a few weeks). The kids love having the freedom to play on the equipment and just be kids. Kids now-a-days don't get much time to just play with their friends like we did when we were all kids. I bring a cake and some drinks, the playground is safe and fenced in.  There is a basketball court, volleyball court and grass to run and play on.  It us recommended that you call the church first and I usually send a small monetary donation to the church thanking them for the use of the playground.  Have fun!
Talking about the incomparable Johnny Carson. Let me quote Steve Martin in Tuesday's NY Times:

Thank you, despite divisive wars and undulating political strife for the one hour a night across 30 years of American life when we were entertained purely, delightfully and wisely.

Gee we could use him now.
"Henceforth you lied"? I didn't lie when I lied, it's only from here on I lied already. If that grammar is acceptable I'm damned confused. That has got to be a revision I wasn't informed of. Must be something like the New Math that Tom Leher was talking about in the sixties. Remember? Where the important thing was to know what you're doing, rather than get the right answer...?  Now I, finally, fully understand what the phrase Days of Future Past means. Thanks.
We miss you Scott!
(?)Now you definitely need to crawl back under what ever rock you came from under!

 

Tuesday January 25, 2005

Fat Tuesday is Mardi Gras, the festival New Orleans, Louisiana, is famous for. "Gras" is French for fat and "Mardi" is French for Tuesday.

The annual festivities start on January 6, the Twelfth Night Feast of the Epiphany, when the three kings are supposed to have visited the Christ Child, and build to a climax on Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, which always occurs on the day before Ash Wednesday. The parties and parades will continue until Lent begins at the stroke of midnight on Tuesday.

What Democracy Means to Me by Johnny Carson (1991) delivered as a tribute to the Soviet republics created after the fall of communism. As Doc and the band played "The Battle Hymn of the Republic" in the background, Johnny summed up the totality of life in the land of the free:

Democracy is buying a big house you can't afford with money you don't have to impress people you wish were dead. And, unlike communism, democracy does not mean having just one ineffective political party; it means having two ineffective political parties. Democracy is welcoming people from other lands, and giving them something to hold onto -- usually a mop or a leaf blower. It means that with proper timing and scrupulous bookkeeping, anyone can die owing the government a huge amount of money. Democracy means free television, not good television, but free. And finally, democracy is the eagle on the back of a dollar bill, with 13 arrows in one claw, 13 leaves on a branch, 13 tail feathers, and 13 stars over its head -- this signifies that when the white man came to this country, it was bad luck for the Indians, bad luck for the trees, bad luck for the wildlife, and lights out for the American eagle. I thank you.
--
R.I.P. Mr. Carson.

Bill Clinton was in KW. Wow. He's the only famous person that I'd really like to spend some time with.

Does anyone know what kind of lizard this is? He showed up a couple of years ago and now has a family in residence. I've only seen it eat bugs. Do you know if it eats plants? It's about 6 inches long.
How important does a person have to be before they are considered assassinated instead of just murdered?
I'm the self-proclaimed heifer that Mr. Wonderful wants a date with. Well, let me tell you something you pompous ass. If you can't just come out to Boondocks and meet me and my sisters instead of slithering around the internet you're no better than the donkey dick that started all this.
Why is there so much comment about the 7 worthy women on Big Pine Key? Are there that many worthy men here to compliment the so called few worthy women? Please, complaining gentlemen, look at yourselves in the mirror and if you are that perfect, why are you single? If you were that perfect, you would have been found by the worthy women here.  I have l lived here for a long time and don't see why there are so many one sided complaints here. I am in the belief that you all are looking in the wrong place for a "worthy woman".  You won't find them hanging out in the bars waiting to be picked up. The same for the worthy men here, you won't see them hanging out in the bars waiting to be picked up either. If you can't find what your are all looking for, change something about yourself. You can't be happy with what you find if you aren't happy with yourself. Once you are happy with yourself, you will know where to find the remainder of the good looking women that aren't in the bars. You will be surprised to find that we are here, somewhere, not lost or hidden. Just not into the broken bar scene.


Full Wolf Moon on Jan. 25
Amid the cold and deep snows of midwinter, the wolf packs howled hungrily outside Indian villages. Thus, the name for January's full Moon.
Transition of Power. I'm in the  middle and would rather see a good 3rd party win a presidential race, but to all the people with the bumper stickers that say " no one died when Clinton lied" your wrong.