It doesn't matter what political party you belong or don't belong to. It's Memorial Day...time to give thanks, reflect, and remember. There's just one Memorial Day post we reccomend today: Tom Watson's. UPDATE: We also have to add this remarkable post. An account of how Citizen Smash joined another blogger, and some kids at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in San Diego...and … [Read more...] about Memorial Day: Remember And Honor

A shocker...A failure of leadership...A body blow... An embarrassment to France...A repudiation... Those are adjectives that some are using in the wake of France's rejection of the European Union's first constitution. And they're popping up in news stories not just about the vote outcome but about French President Jacques Chirac and France's political establishment. The news … [Read more...] about France Nixes EU Compact: Is Chirac French Toast?

There were powder keg issues such as Terri Schiavo, the nuclear option, environmental policies and yet, with some erosion, the White House and Karl Rove have been riding high. Yet, is all this about to change — perhaps swiftly? The reason: the stem cell issue is simmering and on the verge of the boiling point. Even if you don't factor in the recent House or … [Read more...] about Will The Stem Cell Issue Be Point Of No Return For White House And GOP?

I don't know, but a policeman was waiting for him. … [Read more...] about Why Did The Chicken Cross The Road?

People switch all the time. But do you think this switch will get Bill Gates' notice? … [Read more...] about The PC/Mac Debate

This is something of a weird day for TMV. He leaves at 9 a.m. San Diego time to head up to L.A. for a show, then heads back down the coast at 1 p.m. Due to traffic it could mean being stuck in the car most of the day. We will try to post a post or two in the afternoon...so keep checking back. If traffic is awful it may be difficult to get back until early evening (there is … [Read more...] about Light(er) Blogging Today

Some say its surprising. Other say: "DUH!" What do YOU think about this? … [Read more...] about Can You Guess Which Age Group Of Kids Is Expelled The Most?

....and this could well be an instance that comes to the attention of Bill Gates. … [Read more...] about Someone Just Dumped PCs For A Mac…

Then this may be a way not to do it. … [Read more...] about Do You Want A Lesson In Responsible Parenting?

Oliver Stone was arrested in Beverly Hills. And, no, it wasn't for Crimes Against Humanity for his latest film Alexander. The orders didn't come from a shadowy cabal in New Orleans. And the arresting officers weren't necessarily Natural Born Ticket Givers. He was arrested for drug possession and driving while intoxicated. Oliver was allegedly stoned. (Perhaps he had been … [Read more...] about Oliver Stone Arrested But CIA Apparently Isn’t Involved

As gasoline prices near $3 per gallon in parts of the country spurring inflationary concerns, a debate rages amongst informed geologists on whether this is a temporary crisis or an omen of times to come. The AP's Matt Crenson takes a look at this discussion and emerges with a lot of interesting information. Could the petroleum joyride — cheap, abundant oil that has sent the … [Read more...] about The End of Oil

Then here's a great holiday (or any day) reading idea for you: visit Mikes Blog Round up here (which is the website of the always lively liberal video/opinion site Crooks And Liars). Some of these entries are GREAT. … [Read more...] about Do You Want To Read Some GREAT New Blogs In One Place?

WRONG. Think again. … [Read more...] about So You Think Mainstream Media Publications Just Blast Blogs?

It's always sad to hear abut the passing of someone in show business who you liked, not just because they seemed to become a "friend" to you due to their performances — but because you admired the quality of their work. It's ironic that Eddie Albert, who died of pneumonia Thursday at his home in the Pacific Palisades area, in the presence of caregivers including his son … [Read more...] about Eddie Albert: Death Of An Underappreciated Comedian

There's an increase in violence along the border. … [Read more...] about Border Patrols Are Facing Something They Haven’t Seen Before

Yes, we're late today. It is a matter of overlseeping. But we ARE open and will have some posts on this site today...so stay tuned. Note that this is a holiday weekend and while we're hoping our Guest Bloggers can post, some may have their own problems due to logistics. But we're hoping. So keep checking back today and tomorrow (Monday will actually not be a problem). PS. … [Read more...] about We’re Late Today…But Open!!

Yes, we've weakened. TMV LOVES cats and has two. But up until today he didn't have a digital camera, which he now has to use on this site and also on the website that represents his other incarnation. Below you'll find picture of Clawdette, a 12-year-old feral-born cat who rules TMV's condo (including his office). This photo was taken by teenage photographer Greg Smith … [Read more...] about TMV Joins Friday Cat Blogging Mania!

Viagra has gotten some bad publicity lately. First there was the news that some states had been unwittingly reimbursing sex offenders for Viagra. Then came the news that in rare cases Viagra could cause blindness. This could mean that in the 21st Century aged mothers would warn their sons: "If you do Viagra you'll go blind." And now there's this news: the market for erectile … [Read more...] about Limp Market For Erectile Dysfunction Drugs

A new poll is good news for Hillary Clinton and bad news (or good news in terms of lots of material) for Rush Limbaugh: a USA Today, CNN/Gallup Poll shows that for the first time a majority of Americans say they're likely to vote for the former first lady if she runs for President. Can we sense smiles on the faces of many Democrats — and perhaps Secretary of State Condi … [Read more...] about Poll Shows Hillary Clinton Is Now A Major National Player

Then let 'er rip (click on enter so you can take it in in its entirety. It's fun to see a show biz trouper enjoy what he does). … [Read more...] about Do You Want To See A Fun Show Biz Website?