The Motels-Only The Lonely

 

What A Mess

 

Losing a Parent: 8 Tips for Grieving

Losing a Parent: 8 Tips for Grieving

Getting The Band Back Together

At last year’s trade deadline, my Baltimore Orioles traded their all star closer Jorge Lopez to the Twins for a couple of players, including this year’s all star set up man Yennier Cano.  After a stop in Miami, Lopez is back with the Orioles, having been claimed off of waivers.  He’s had a shaky season, with an ERA of over 6.00, but hopefully a change of scenery will do some good.  Lopez had a scoreless inning today, and looked pretty good.  With the O’s other all star closer, Felix Bautista out with an elbow injury and perhaps out for next season if he needs Tommy John surgery, this is a pretty good move if Lopez has a good rest of the season and the team decided to tender him a contract for next year. It’s always good to have a backup plan.

 

I Wish That This Was September 1, 1983

Instead of September 1, 2023.  Even though 83 was one of the worse years or my life, at least I got to celebrate my birthday with my parents.  This year is the first birthday without them…

How Can Some People Be So Stupid?

There’s a deadly hurricane coming their way and they don’t want to evacuate?

Time To Step Up Your Game, Boys!

Note to Yennier Cano, Shintaro Fujinami, Cionel Perez, D.L. Hall, Danny Coloumbe, and others:

With all world closer Felix Bautista out for an unknown amount of time (possibly till 2025 if he needs Tommy John Surgery), you guys need to work your butts off trying to clos out games if the Orioles are going to have a good postseason! 

The Rude Pundit: The Georgia Indictment Is a Defense of the Workers Who Make Democracy Function

The Rude Pundit: The Georgia Indictment Is a Defense of the Workers Who Make Democracy Function

Matt Vasgersian With the Funniest HR Call Of All Time

 

If You’re Going To Do The Crime

Prepare to do the time!

If The Orioles Win The Division By One Game…

It will be due to the amazing game Cedric Mullins had against Seattle on Sunday.  In the 9th he prevented a game tying homer (the next batter hit one, so it saved the game) and in the 10th he hit the game winning   2 run        homer.  This has been a season to remember for the O’s!

No More Gimmicks

I’m not a fan of the runner on 2nd base to start an extra inning.  It’s too easy to score. All you have to do is bunt the runner over with no outs, then you have lots of ways to score the runner from 3rd with 2 outs to go.  If that’s successful, then the  home team has to score at least 2 in the bottom of the inning to win.  It gets a bit too predictable.  Wins need to be earned.  Give me a good 18 inning game anytime!

A Painful Memory

One night when I was 9 or 10, Dad got called out on emergency job to fix something, and for some reason, Mom went with him.  That meant that my sister Lori was left in charge of me. I don’t like to speak ill of the dead, but Lori was never the responsible type.  I fell asleep on the couch, and when I woke up, I went looking for Lori. Hearing music coming from her room, I went there and opened the door. Boom! I feel something hit me on the head, and next thing you know, I find myself laid out on the floor, and blood coming out of my head, and Lori screaming at the top of her lungs. What had happened was that she had (after over 40 years, I still have no idea how she did it) balanced a stereo speaker on top of her door, and when I opened it, down it came on my head. I ended up with a bunch of stitches in my head, and one heck of a headache!

This Is One Case I Wouldn’t Mind Being Assimilated

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Wacky Weather

All this week where I live, it has been in the high 90’s and a couple of days it’s gotten close to 100.  I don’t think I can remember a time when it’s been so hot so consistently. Don’t tell me that the climate isn’t changing!

If You Still Have A Parent Or Parents…

Don’t take them for granted.

Keeping Cool

 

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Liar Liar

 Can someone explain why the Supreme Court should not reconsider its decision on the case of the lady who won the right not to make websites for same sex weddings, when she lied that a per gay person (who was straight and actually married in fact) asked her to design a site?  She should at least be investigated for possible perjury.

Happy Independence Day

 But are we truly free, when some of the more extreme members of the powers that be try to take rights away from certain  groups?

The Supreme Court of the United States is guilty of subornation of perjury

The Supreme Court of the United States is guilty of subornation of perjury

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Even Though They Always Didn’t Get Along…

and we had our disagreements, they were still my parents and my sister, and I loved them and miss them so much.

Playtime

A Simple Request

If you smoke, stop!   If you’re thinking of starting, don’t!  It does nothing but ruin your health.  Both of my parents died from lung cancer caused by smoking, so I know what I’m talking about.

These Past 2 Years..

Have been a nightmare that I wish I could wake up from, losing both my parents and my sister.

Everybody Just Relax. Hold your Breath…

And let the Justice system play itself out, as it should be. Remember, in the US, people are innocent until proven guilty, no matter who they are.

Idaho Law Attempts to Trap Pregnant People by Restricting Travel

Idaho Law Attempts to Trap Pregnant People by Restricting Travel

Dear Republican Member Of Congress

What kind of job do you recommend for my 81 year old Mom, who has a bad back, 2 bad hands, and in being treated for Cancer?  She’ll have to look for one if you get your way and cut Social Security, which is the only money she gets.

I Don’t Care

What your race,  nationality, political views, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation are.If you treat people and myself with respect, I will call you friend.

"Political Prisoner" My Ass!

You led a mob trying to overturn a fair election, was indicted, tried by a jury of your peers, and convicted. Have a fun next 18 years!

Relaxing

 

Lunch Time

They Keep Coming Out Of Nowhere

Last year, it was Jorge Lopez (before he was traded), Cionel Perez, and Felix Bautista. This year, Yanier Cano and Danny Coulombe have taken important spots in my Baltimore Orioles’ bullpen. Coming from either waivers or being traded for cash or a player to be named later, they’re getting clutch outs when it counts!

If Someone Tells You You Can’t Do Something…

Prove them wrong!

It’s A Dog’s Life

Just When You Think It Couldn’t Get Any Worse

People getting shot for knocking on the wrong door and turning around in a driveway?!  This is sickening!

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Spring Time Is Here And So Are The Flowers

The Wheels Of Justice Roll Slowly

 But it is never denied.

If The First 2 Games Are Any Indication….

It’s going to be a fun time for me and my fellow Baltimore Orioles Fans.  Sure, they’ve split the first 2 games in Boston against the Sox, both of them 1 run affairs, but the hitting looks good, the O’s have stolen 10 bases in the first 2, but the pitching has looked a bit on on the shaky side, but it’s way too early to start worrying. I hope the next 160 are as wild!

Getting An Indictment Is Easy..

 But getting a conviction is a whole different game.

These Mass Shootings Using Assault Weapons Will Continue…

Until the GOP quits sticking its nose up the NRA’s ass and starts realizing that lives are more important then votes.

Soaking Up The Sun

Can't Take The Heat...

 There is nothing wrong with criticizing a government or politician if what you're saying about them is true and has merit.  It is not a free press if journalists can't write a true story without being retaliated against.

Sometimes You Have To Take What You Can Get

Remember, they got Al Capone on tax evasion…

Unless You’re A Trained Teacher…

You have no business dictating what’s being taught in schools.

So Long Lars

You scored the 2 biggest goals in Caps history.Who knows if you’d have had the chance to score the cup winner in game 5 of the Finals in 2018 if you hadn’t have scored the game winner in double OT in game 3 of the first round against Columbus, with the Caps down 2 games to none. Good luck in Colorado!

Sad But True Fact

So Far in 2023, there have been more mass shootings in the US then there have been days in the year.

That Could Have Been Me

Reading about the girl in New Jersey who committed suicide because she was being bullied in school brought back lots of unpleasant memories for me.  It is terrible and evil. All I can say is thank God that I’m such a coward, because it got that bad for me a few times….

How Low Can You Go?

Writing bad checks to buy/steal puppies? Come on man!  George ole boy, you have disgraced Congress and your district.

This Is Not My Favorite Day

I hate Valentine’s Day. It reminds me how truly and utterly lonely I am.

You Know You’re Either Getting Old Or Have Really Bad Luck…

When people you went to school with are having grandkids before you even have your first date.

Just Because You Are Against Something.....

 Doesn't mean you can just wish it away, or make it difficult to be read about, such as racism or LGBTQ subjects.  They are real, and censoring them will not make them go away,

Why I Can Never Get My Bed Made Up At A Reasonable Time

Podcast For Monday’s Show 1/16/23

 

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What A Long Strange Trip It’s Been

One of the most unusual excursions into free agency occurred this off season with Carlos Correa. Let’s see:

Agreed to sign with the Giants, deal nixed because of concerns with his physical

Later agreed to sign with the Mets, but the deal was nixed for the same reasons.

Finally, he re signs with the Twins-for now.

Just shows you that nothing is a done deal until you sign on the dotted line!

 

Don’t Get Me Wrong, I’m A Big Sports Fan…

But with all the wear and tear performing athletic feats puts on a body, is it worth it?

How Do They Expect To Govern…

If they can’t even select a Speaker because there are so many factions in the GOP that want too many things?

So Who Are You, George..

If that’s even your real name!

Anyone Whose Job Requires Them…

To take an oath to defend the Constitution of the United States from all enemies foreign and domestic should take it seriously!

The Werewolf Has Been Taken Down By The Good Reverend

Is A Person Worth 30-40 Million Dollars Per Year

Just because they are good at hitting, pitching, throwing, catching, running, or kicking a ball?

Nap Time

Alabama police chief defends arrest of elderly Black woman for unpaid $77 trash bill

Alabama police chief defends arrest of elderly Black woman for unpaid $77 trash bill

I Will Be So Glad When This Year Is Over

It has been the worst!

Rest In Peace Songbird-Christine Mcvie 1943-2022

 I’m sure you, Peter Green and Bob Welch are rocking in the afterlife.

Stevie Nicks & Tom Petty-Stop Draggin My Heart Around

 

Blood On Their Hands

Hate filled rantings and lies spewed by right wingers have cost more innocent lives.  How many more Gay, Bi, or Trans people will die before people start to say Enough Is Enough?  In a previous post, we said that there was a difference between being offended by something and being harmed by it.  If you have objections to the LBGTQ lifestyle, that’s fine. But that is no reason to resort to violence!

There Is A Difference

Between something offending you and being physically harmed by it.  Looking at you, gay bashers or abortion foes.

From My Collection-1976 Bicentennial Souvenir Sheets

 

 

This Election Goes To Show You

That prognosticators are wrong most of the time, and that we really don’t know what will happen until the votes are actually cast and counted!

Time To Break Up The GOP?

The Republican Party in its current form cannot remain a viable entity as long as the crazies are allowed to run the show.  Perhaps it’s time that ordinary common sense R’s such as Chris Sununu and John Kasich form their own conservative party, and leave the MAGA nuts such as Marjorie Taylor Greene and Lauren Boebert to fend for themselves.  It ‘s good for a country to have more than one political party involved in government, but when one is hijacked by a throng of conspiracy theory spouting lunatics, something has to be done.

We Were Warned That It Would Happen….

And it did! The assault on Speaker Pelosi’s husband by a right wing extremist proved those who said that the current poison being spewed by election deniers and anti-government crazies would get Government officials or their families hurt or killed were right.  This is intolerable, and law enforcement needs to take each and every threat seriously, before it gets worse!

The Best And The Worst

My favorite teacher was my 10th and 12th grade English teacher, Mrs. McGann.  She treated all of her students with respect, and told me that she watched me to gauge if what she was teaching was sticking. Don’t get me wrong, I’m probably the biggest reader in the world, but what the heck are you supposed to learn from Romeo And Juliet?  I always wanted to ask her that, but never got the chance.

On the other end of the spectrum, we have Mr. Campbell, my 10th and 12th grade Algebra teacher.  He was a total ass.  He treated us all like garbage, and told me once that I was so stupid, I couldn’t draw a straight line with a ruler. 

So who’s you best and worst?

 

OK Caps, What Ya Got?

The man who will become the greatest goal scorer in NHL History-Check

Free agent signing Cup winning goalie-Check

One of the greatest assist men in NHL History when he returns from injury-Check

One of the best offensive defensemen in the league-Check

When he comes back for injury fan fave and probably the most hated man in the League-Check

Let the games begin!

Proud Of You Guys!

After most pundits said that they’d lose 100 or more games for the third time in the last 4 years, my Baltimore Orioles will have a winning record this season, after winning their 82nd game on Sunday.  Despite trading fan favorite Trey Mancini and All Star closer Jorge Lopez, the O’s found ways to win.  With a young lineup lead by Rookie Of The Year Candidate Adley Rustchman  and infielder Gunnar Henderson, and a young starting rotation led by Veteran hurler Jordan Lyles (If his option is picked up) and a possible mid-season return by Injured ace John Means,   and a bullpen led by closer Felix “The Mountain”  Bautista, I can’t wait to see what next season brings!

As A Lover Of Reading…

I can’t stand the thought of banning books.  No one should be denied the chance to broaden their horizons by entering the worlds of your mind that reading can take you to.

It Is Not Illegal To Seek Asylum

But luring people under false pretenses is!

Rest In Peace, Your Majesty

You served your people well!

Any Person..

Who participated in the January 6 insurrection has no business running for or holding office.

Shut The Fuck Up Donnie!

 You are the one who's the enemy of the State!

My Patience Is Wearing Thin

I need Someone or else I shall surely go mad!

Must Be Nice…

Some of these Baseball players like Julio Rodriguez of the Mariners who get massive contract extensions before they even have one year of service in the bigs.  But he’s having a pretty good rookie year, so it just might be worth it.

So Long Pete

Your incompetence and failure in leadership led to the deaths of 19 kids, 2 teachers, and the end of your job. Don’t let the door hit you on the way out!

Going Through Town And Watching School Buses Go By The First Day Of School…

Reminds me of how much I truly hated school.  Not the learning, but being treated like Shit by both kids and teachers every day for 12 years because of my weight…

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Kudos, Liz!

You were gracious in defeat, putting country and Constitution before party. Hopefully more in your party will take your lead! I don’t agree with you on most of your politics, but you have my support on your love of this country! Hopefully this is just a bump in the road, and you will do great things.

How Low Can You Go?

Republicans, who say that they are supportive of Law Enforcement are calling for defunding the FBI and some of their more extreme followers are calling for killing of federal agents.  Simply for doing their job.  Hypocrisy anyone?

Podcast For Friday’s Show 8/5/22

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Thank You Kansas….

For having a bit of sense.

Good Luck In Houston Trey

You were a great player for my Orioles, hopefully you’ll have a long postseason run with a talented Astros team! 

Enjoying The Day

Hello There!

In What Bizzarro World…

Is it OK for a 10 year old LET ME REPEAT THAT TEN YEAR OLD  to be forced to carry their rapist’s baby?  This is insane!

Be Careful What You Wish For Clarence

Because the way things are going, your fellow justices at SCOTUS just might declare that your interracial marriage is invalid.

If My Religion…

Says that I can’t do something, that doesn’t give me the right to force you not to do it either.

This Is Getting Fun

Because of an 8 game winning streak, my Baltimore Orioles are only 1 game below .500, and about a week or so from surpassing their total number of wins from 2021.This week has been a wild one, with the O’s winning 3 games in walk-off fashion, including Friday, when they scored 3 runs in the bottom of the ninth with an insane 4 straight 2 out, 2 strike hits.  This team is giving off vibes and memories of the 1989 Birds, who a  year after the infamous 0-21 start to 1988, fought for the division crown up until the final weekend, just coming up a bit short.  Even with an additional wild card, they might not make the playoffs, but when you aren’t expected to be competitive, sometimes just having fun and playing your best can give great results!

Happy Birthday America

Your future is very much up in the air.