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Rockula. It's probably one of the worst movies ever, yet it's so campy that you just have to love it. They spend the whole movie setting up a really lame pun at the end so of course it's my style. The music is awful, yet catchy and you'll have it stuck in your head all day. Oh, and Toni Basil has a major role and does all the choreography. Definitely worth getting a group of friends together for a goofy movie night.

Kindred: The Embraced TV series? It really wasn't that good, yet 'twas awesome. I think the problem was mostly Aaron Spelling. Chris Carter would've been a better choice.

That's what sabres were invented for. There was a whole group that specialized in drive-by knifings; they were called the Mounted Cavalry. Thank you. I try to maintain a broad focus on most things and not be so narrow minded. True.

For those of you who might actually confuse Twilight with anything remotely cool, I came up with an acronym to help you: V.A.M.P.I.R.E.S. = Vampires are monsters. Please ignore retarded emo shit.

I tried that with my blow up doll once. It blew up.

This isn't even a guns issue. Love them or hate them, it's irrelevant. This case is about how Constitutional Law applies to the States and local communities. Does the Constitution and its Bill of Rights, the supreme law of our country, apply only to the Federal Government, or all governments within the country as well, i.e. States, Cities, et. al.? Five Justices on the Supreme Court say that yes, the Constitution is broad based and everybody within the US must follow the framework set up by Constitutional law. Four Justices, on the other hand, state that no, cities, states, and smaller governing bodies can choose to ignore parts of the Constitution they don't like. I, for one, am glad of the majority decision on this case. Why? Let's look at some of the other amendments in the Bill of Rights ... #1, "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances." If the minority opinion got their way, they could say this only applies to Congress. The City of Detroit could legally say that all who live within must be an Islamic Fundamentalist and if you choose not to follow that religion, then you can be banished from the city or worse. Furthermore, the Detroit News and the Detroit Free Press can only print which articles the government allows and only with wording the government approves. Oh, and internet access? Not in this city. #3, "No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law." Four Supreme Court Justices feel that if community safety is of paramount importance, then a city could state that every household would have to make room for a National Guard member to move in. That police officer knocking on your door right now? You have to let him in, feed him, give him a bed to sleep in, a shower to use, clothes to wear, etc. And no, you will not get reimbursed for this. The Constitution does not apply to your city so you'll just have to deal with this minor inconvenience for the good of the rest of the city. #4, "The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized." Well, no knock warrants are already a reality so I guess the viewpoint of the minority Justices is already somewhat of a reality. Good thing there are still five Justices who may be able to keep us secure if things get worse and matters go to court. #5, "No person shall be held to answer for any capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation." #6, "In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district where in the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defense." #7, "In suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise re-examined in any court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law." #8, "Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted." Well, this is only federal crimes, right? If your city says no parking on the street after dark under penalty of death, then a cop can just shoot you right on the spot if he sees you parking at night. Right? Seems excessive, doesn't it? But who cares? No trial necessary because the Constitution does not apply in this case. Or so four SCOTUS Justices would say. I could go on all night, but I'm sure you get my point. This case was not about guns. Gun law just happened to be the catalyst that brought this case to SCOTUS. This case is really about our freedom and liberty. I am glad at least five justices have their heads screwed on straight. Yes, the Constitution applies to Federal Government, State Government, County Government, City Government ... all the way down to you and me.

Yes! That is my favorite part too.

Yay! Happy birthday stranger.

Send me PM too please. Calix and I would love some body weight exercises and a yoga site to supplement our kettlebelling, walking, and bike riding. We're getting fit!

Why do I feel this is a disaster waiting to happen? High priced, yes. As far as the shows, KOI changed their shows up every year. Some other acts tried but got criticized by the fans who want to see what they're familiar with and like and not something new. The only major change I see though is the good acts keep leaving due to management asshattery and only the crappy acts stay. No, and neither do turkey drumsticks considering the turkey is indigenous to the Americas and weren't likely introduced to Europe until post-Renaissance. Ren Faires never have been really factual or historically accurate, but that's not really their point. Yes. That droid in Jabba's palace.

^^^ This. Additionally, I've found kettlebells have done wonders for me, and Calix is enjoying and benefiting from the workouts as well. A minimal investment for the actual kettlebell but it's cheap compared to anything else. Then you can work out for free as long as you want. And there are numerous exercises that can target any muscle grouping you want.

I have a clear one, a translucent green one, and an opaque black one. Not that brand though. I got mine from a reputable juggling supply company at a discounted rate about a decade ago. I'm way out of practice though. Even my shuttle has gotten sloppy. :(

I can see it.

I know a guy who discovered a Great Lakes shipwreck. Not that one, but he did put in the research and led the dive team to discover another one. He was my Advanced Open Water instructor.

"I can't stop thinking about Tony. Wondering where he is, who he's with. What is he thinking? Is he thinking of me? And will he ever return again someday?" - Kids In The Hall

"A Hummer," you say? "You want a Hummer?" Nope! This vehicle went out of production the year after Hummer was founded. It went into production in 1986, over a decade before a design team ever sat down to create the Hummer. "But it looks just like the Hummer. So what is it then?" Drum roll ... That's right, a Lamborghini Jeep.

Carnivores generally don't taste as good as herbivores.

I never knew my digestive tract ran down my back bypassing my stomach.

Ooo, burn! Let's do it!

Can another country that doesn't have America's laws sue America using American law? That does sound silly.

Paraphrasing, "Those who would give up a little liberty to gain a little security deserve neither and are sure to lose both." -Benjamin Franklin I just can't imagine any "national emergency" that would merit restricted access to the internet. And how is cyberspace a national asset? It is the world wide web, is it not?

I remember years ago there was a quiz circulating the internet on restroom etiquette. Well now there's an informative video. I did notice a few things, however. Right after they say that no two adjacent urinals should ever be occupied, they show video of two adjacent urinals being occupied. There are also a few shots of a barefoot guy using a stall. Who would ever go barefoot in a public restroom? Finally, towards the end, you can see two sets of feet in the same stall. I think the Raev looking guy is getting it on with that other dude who keeps making eye contact.