The Fiscal Cliff. Are you just as tired as I am of hearing this in the news? Boehner is making even a bigger ass out of himself than ever before. And then has the stupidity to bring in a list of demands which include the same crap that Romney carried on his presidential ticket — which the majority of the voters made clear they did NOT like.
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Are we the enemy? Things that make you go, “Hmmmm…” 5
Here is another installment of “Things that make you go, ‘Hmmmm…’” but this time it is a bit more serious. Although using Keanu Reeves image with that spacy “uhhhh” look is meant to be humorous, this image with captions below did make me stop and think. There is a point here. Bradley Manning’s most serious charge is “aiding the enemy”, a capital offense which could land him life in prison if found guilty. Wikipedia has an excellent write-up of the facts behind Manning.
Things that make you go, “Hmmmmm….” | Humor 11
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LOL… Just couldn’t resist. Have to admit, Violet has a very good point here. More…
My Christmas Present to Myself: A Samsung Galaxy Tab 2, 10.1 21
Yup, finally broke down and bought a tablet. I decided to when I saw an ad that it was $100 off at a store I’d rather not mention. Why? Because I don’t like “that store” at all, but $50 less than anywhere else had it priced on sale was enough to make me tolerate going inside “that place.” No, it wasn’t Walmart. It’s one of those big box electronic stores, but all they care about is up-selling, not really helping the person get what they want and caring about what their needs are. But since I know quite a bit more than the average buyer, it’s easy for me to tell the obnoxious employee to go…. away. The nice ones I may chat with, though, if I’m in a geekie mood.
An Interactive Coca-Cola Vending Machine Sends You on a 007 Mission 4
In a cross-promotion for the upcoming James Bond movie, “Skyfall,” a Coke Zero vending machine sends passengers at the train station Antwerpen Centraal in Antwerp, Belgium, on a mission to become James Bond for the chance to win tickets to the movie. After purchasing a Coke product, stantion passengers are then asked to enter their name and then instructed they have 70 seconds to reach another point on a different platform within the train station. As the new participant decides “why not?” and takes off to reach the end point, they discover it is not as easy as going up a couple flights of escalators. Upon reaching the required destination, the new “James Bonds” find out there is one last piece to their mission they must complete in order to win tickets to the movie.
Random Act of Kindness – Heartwarming Photo of NYPD Officer Buying Boots for Homeless Man. Video. 10
This image below was loaded on to NYPD’s Facebook page recently from a photo taken in early November, and it has now gone viral. I just heard about it on the news this morning, but you may have already hear the story and seen the image. Regardless, it’s worth sharing.
Larry DePrimo, from the NYPD, saw a homeless man sitting on the sidewalk without shoes, nor socks, and apparently had blisters on his feet. DePrimo stopped and talked with the man for a while. In doing so, he found out the stranger wore a size 12, so the officer went into a nearby Sketchers shoe store and bought a pair of $100 boots for a little over $75, after the store gave a discount, as well as thermal socks.
Obama and Romney Shaking Hands in the Oval Office. Caption this Photo. Humor 25
Today Mitt Romney talked had some turkey – a Presidential Turkey lunch that is – with President Obama. The two previous rivals for the top seat in the White House had their lunch together in a private dining room adjacent to the Oval Office.
What do you think they said to one another… or more likely, thought. Here are some funny captions which I found today on Facebook. Plus I have added a few of my own.
FOX News Is Lambasted During Their Own Live Interview 10
Now that the election has passed, many right-wing politicians, organizations, and the media have realized that their lies just do not hold as much water as they used to do. Several conservative congressmen were not reelected when many thought they were a shoo-in. Even more importantly, though, President Obama was re-elected, despite the heavy, malicious criticism thick with deceit. This plan of attack against the Democrat Party may have worked in the past, but it is now failing.
The Parting Shot for November 24, 2012 11
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Sometimes it’s better to be pissed off than pissed on….
Credit: Unknown
It’s not worth it. Do as he says…. | Humor 4
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Ha! Came across this comic and could not resist sharing. So far for this year, this is my favorite. I’m also posting another one of my favorites right below the bunny, hairdryer-wielding, bandit that I posted last year.
Black Friday 2012. Videos of Chaos, Mayhem, and just plain ol’ Stupidity. 19
It never ceases to amaze me how people can turn into such an animal just for a discount. What’s amazes me even more is that had the crowd not been in a frenzy and everyone could lazily walk around and pick out what they want, the “grabbers” probably wouldn’t even want whatever item they just risked their lives over.
Rush Limbaugh’s and Karl Rove’s Secret Identities Revealed 8
Breaking News! Little did we all know, but both Rush Limbaugh and Karl Rove are actually disguises! See the story and photos below.
The Real Rush Limbaugh
Motley Dogs is once again a “Howling” good time! 3
I have a few other “Motley” sites, but with a busy life like most people, you know, that wonderful thing we call “work”, I simply do not have the time to keep up on all of them, except one other besides Motley News. It is Motley Dogs.
Those who have been hanging around ol’ Motley News here for a while knows that dogs are a huge part of my life. But even then, Motley Dogs was put on the back burner for several months. I started to give Motley Dogs a “face lift” (a new layout and theme), but just could not seem to find the time needed to complete this task until just recently, so she is now done. Although last night I just about gave myself a heart attack.
Anonymous Claims to Have Hacked into Karl Rove, ORCA Thus Stopping Vote-Switching 87
As expected, any Romney supporter (with heavy financing), was shocked at the final outcome from November 6th, the night President Obama retained his seat. We have all heard the whining, crying, finger-pointing, foul, and so on and so on. But there were a couple of items which stood out more than others.
We all know that Karl Rove flipped out on FOX News when they announced Obama won Ohio. The video is below if you haven’t seen it. Basically, Rove just could NOT understand what was happening, which is what I expected. Although he did have a very shocked “the sun just rose in the west” look on his face, and that is what surprised me. Even more shocking was hearing many top supporters and chiefs cry that Romney was supposed to win with a landslide. That is NOT what the polls had been showing the entire time.
I would LOVE to ride these balls! 7
Ha! Caught your attention, didn’t I? But I’m not lying, I really would love to ride these balls!
The “Ball Rider“, by Wolfram Design, Germany, is a light-weight “vehicle,” of sorts, in which you can sit and ride downhill; stand and ride like a skateboard; and even float on it and use a kayak paddle to get around. My thrill-seeking days are winding down, so sitting would be my best option. So long as I have a nice cushion under my tush to protect my once-broken tailbone.
Papa John’s CEO Schnatter is Full of Bologna 26
Another melodramatic multi-gazillionaire has been at it again.
Papa John’s International Chief Executive Officer John Schnatter — a supporter of former GOP presidential nominee Mitt Romney and opponent of the Affordable Care Act — said he estimated compliance with the healthcare reform law would cost his company about $5 to 8 million annually.
The company made $1.2 billion in revenue last yer, with total operating expenses of $1.131 billion and a gross profit of $87 million.
The Parting Shot for November 12, 2012 3
The Parting Shot for November 11, 2012 7
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I so want to do this!
I love how one eye is upside down, and they’re different colors.
A lot of creative fun can come out of this concept.
Credit: chickchick
Indianapolis IN: Before and After Photos of South Side Home Explosion Nov. 10, 2012 7
On Saturday night, a home explosion in the south side of Indianapolis IN leveled that house as well as the neighbor’s home immediately to their south. The Indianapolis Fire Department says the explosion happened in the 8400 block of Fieldfare Way, which is in a subdivision just off of Sherman Drive south of Stop 11 Road.
At a Sunday afternoon press conference, officials say damages are estimated at $3.6 million. Five homes are gone or need to be demolished. A total of 80 homes were affected. The cause of the explosion is still yet undetermined although natural gas is the suspected culprit.
The Parting Shot for November 10, 2012 6
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Just cut along the dotted line.
(( Click on image to view in full size. It’s worth it. ))
Credit: Erik Johansson
The Parting Shot for November 9, 2012 12
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It’s a mini-owl! Actually, it’s a juvenile.
I didn’t realize they had feathers at that age. It is precious, fits right in your hand.
Credit: Unknown
Voter Determination. Don’t tell them they can’t vote. 9
Talk about some very determined and dedicated US citizens. Here are a few that went above and beyond what most people do in order to vote. Alas, if only all people in our country were this passionate about our government. I have a feeling there would be a lot less corruption as well as foolish politicians. After all, several idiots were just voted out. There were enough people who cared and were tired of the far right and anti-women ways.
Back to the topic at hand, though, else I will go on forever. Here are a few people who were going to vote… no matter what.
My Dorky Dog 18
Photo comparison of good eye to blind eye
This is my dorky dog that I call “Dork.” Imagine that. He’s a dork. When I go to bed, or am lying down watching TV in my bedroom, Dork likes to sit in front of the mirror and watch me via the reflection. It’s actually rather amazing because he is what’s called a “lethal white” Aussie. Born completely deaf and blind in one eye. His distant vision is not that great. Hmmm… Now that I think about it, I wonder if it is clearer because the image of me is actually only a foot away when looking at my reflection. Whereas if looking directly at me, I’m about 5 or 6 feet away. Thoughts?
Absolutely Ghastly Ways to Die… If You’re An Arthropod (a bug) 7
FYI… IzaakMak, you may want to skip this one.
An entertaining and informative article from Scientific American. Here are a few of the more horrifying ways a beetle can kick the bug-et (oh, ouch) or agonizing arthropod annihilations. After seeing these photos and reading the deathly demise of a dragonfly done in by another dastardly demon (hey, I’m trying…), I don’t feel quite so bad when I accidentally step on a crunchy creepy-crawly now. At least it’s quicker and much less painful than some of these ways….
