One gay gals' musings and observations while travelling on the streetcar
Archive for January 6, 2009
Hump Day Eve
Jan 6th
I think I’ve finally settled on a new theme for the blog. I’d been itching for awhile to change it, especially when 2.7 was released. But every time I installed one, I didn’t like how it looked. It’s only been about twenty minutes, but I’m still happy with it.
The two days I’ve been back at work have been pretty busy. I have a big project on my plate and the higher ups are pushing to get it done this month. We are changing the format of one of the web sites I look after. In addition to that, we are moving to a new Content Management System. Not only will I have to ensure nothing is lost when we change the layout but I’ll have to learn a new system before even implementing the new pages. I think this month will be a busy one for me.
It’s supposed to snow overnight which will mean getting up a bit earlier to shovel. The joys of home ownership.
One good thing about the holidays being over is not having to go shopping after work. I’m strange in that I like to come straight home after work (unless I have dinner plans or what not.) But on most days, I want to head right home from the office. Detouring, to shop for other people no less, made me a grumpy pants.
I think S is itching for a cigarette. Usually she’ll go outside by herself but she was spooked by a weird dude walking up the street the other night so I’ve been accompanying her outside. (Yes, I know, I’m whipped.)
Here’s hoping Hump Day tomorrow is not too snowy or cold or too hectic.
The Best of the Bushisms
Jan 6th
“I know the human being and fish can coexist peacefully.” – September 2000, explaining his energy policies at an event in Michigan.
“Rarely is the question asked, is our children learning?” – January 2000, during a campaign event in South Carolina.
“They misunderestimated the compassion of our country. I think they misunderestimated the will and determination of the commander-in-chief, too.” – Sept. 26, 2001, in Langley, Va. Bush was referring to the terrorists who carried out the Sept. 11 attacks.
“There’s no doubt in my mind, not one doubt in my mind, that we will fail.” – Oct. 4, 2001, in Washington. Bush was remarking on a back-to-work plan after the terrorist attacks.
“It would be a mistake for the United States Senate to allow any kind of human cloning to come out of that chamber.” – April 10, 2002, at the White House, as Bush urged Senate passage of a broad ban on cloning.
“I want to thank the dozens of welfare-to-work stories, the actual examples of people who made the firm and solemn commitment to work hard to embetter themselves.” – April 18, 2002, at the White House.
“There’s an old saying in Tennessee – I know it’s in Texas, probably in Tennessee – that says, fool me once, shame on – shame on you. Fool me – you can’t get fooled again.” – Sept. 17, 2002, in Nashville, Tenn.
“Our enemies are innovative and resourceful, and so are we. They never stop thinking about new ways to harm our country and our people, and neither do we.” – Aug. 5, 2004, at the signing ceremony for a defence spending bill.
“Too many good docs are getting out of business. Too many OB/GYNs aren’t able to practice their love with women all across this country.” – Sept. 6, 2004, at a rally in Poplar Bluff, Mo.
“Our most abundant energy source is coal. We have enough coal to last for 250 years, yet coal also prevents an environmental challenge.” – April 20, 2005, in Washington.
“We look forward to hearing your vision, so we can more better do our job.” Sept. 20, 2005, in Gulfport, Miss.
“I can’t wait to join you in the joy of welcoming neighbours back into neighbourhoods, and small businesses up and running, and cutting those ribbons that somebody is creating new jobs.” – Sept. 5, 2005, when Bush met with residents of Poplarville, Miss., in the wake of hurricane Katrina.
“It was not always a given that the United States and America would have a close relationship. After all, 60 years we were at war 60 years ago we were at war.” – June 29, 2006, at the White House, where Bush met with Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi.
“Make no mistake about it, I understand how tough it is, sir. I talk to families who die.” – Dec. 7, 2006, in a joint appearance with British Prime Minister Tony Blair.
“These are big achievements for this country, and the people of Bulgaria ought to be proud of the achievements that they have achieved.” – June 11, 2007, in Sofia, Bulgaria.
“Mr. Prime Minister, thank you for your introduction. Thank you for being such a fine host for the OPEC summit.” – September 2007, in Sydney, Australia, where Bush was attending an APEC summit.
“Thank you, Your Holiness. Awesome speech.” April 16, 2008, at a ceremony welcoming Pope Benedict to the White House.
“The fact that they purchased the machine meant somebody had to make the machine. And when somebody makes a machine, it means there’s jobs at the machine-making place.” – May 27, 2008, in Mesa, Ariz.
“And they have no disregard for human life.” – July 15, 2008, at the White House. Bush was referring to enemy fighters in Afghanistan.
“I remember meeting a mother of a child who was abducted by the North Koreans right here in the Oval Office.” – June 26, 2008, during a Rose Garden news briefing.
“Throughout our history, the words of the Declaration have inspired immigrants from around the world to set sail to our shores. These immigrants have helped transform 13 small colonies into a great and growing nation of more than 300 people.” – July 4, 2008 in Virginia.
“This thaw – took a while to thaw, it’s going to take a while to unthaw.” – Oct. 20, 2008, in Alexandria, La., as he discussed the economy and frozen credit markets.
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