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Yer Mom!
Looks like Gene Simmons could have used a few of those energy drinks in that newley released sex tape. Also looks like the girl in the video is one of the energy drink promotions chicks. Guess he wasn't kidding when saying he was going to make some videos back at the hotel room. I wonder if that was in SD.— May 26, 2008 7:31 p.m.
I Was Speeding, But...
Wow. I should get multiple tickets for all my typos. My fault.— May 22, 2008 4:34 p.m.
I Was Speeding, But...
Interesting. I've been pulled over twice, once when I was under the age of 16 and "accidentally" driving my mothers vehicle and the other when driving on a long stretch of highway of nothingness, similar to the 15 going out to Vegas. On the stretch of nothing, I was speeding but didn't realize it. When I saw the red and blue lights start flashing behind me I looked down and realized it. I was going over 90, in a 65 zone. I was calm, didn't try to explain or add to anything more so then what the officer asked me. I said "sir" at the start of end of each sentence I think. I was ready for a ticket (it was my fault) but instead he ended up giving me a warning closing out the conversation with telling me I to slow down. When pulled over at 14.....well, that was at 2 am. I was driving without my lights on. Even though I was completely panicking in my head I was able to remain calm in front of the officer. I told him I was at a party and left my wallet there. I was only going a few exits on the highway and told him I'd pick up my wallet tomorrow. He asked my name and as I was responding I realized he the same officer to just appear on my high schools weekly TV program the week before talking about prom night and kids not drinking and driving. Right after I told him my name I said "hey, you were on my school TV show last week, weren't you?". He looked up, smiled and said "yeah". I said "oh, that was cool. I totally saw you." Then boom, everything worked out the best it could. He told me to turn on my lights, drive carefully, pick up my wallet tomorrow and have a safe night. It was great. Eh, all and all, I was the one in the wrong both times. I just lucked out I guess. I've always been told to fight a ticket if I get one in hopes the officer doesn't show up in court. I've learned not to take peoples recommendations on things like this though, things like that always seem like fairytales kind of like how everyone seems to say they get airline tickets from here to New York for 200$ round trip. I should get a ticket for how long this is.— May 22, 2008 4:31 p.m.
Dispatches from Crackerville
I've told everyone in my office area about this. They all agree it's insane to classify what "type" of person to hire for an orchestra position. Of the 9 people polled, 2 were hispanic, 1 was black (woman).— May 22, 2008 4:11 p.m.
How tough is it being Muslim in San Diego?
Glad someone said it. What the hell is that? Sometimes I forget how ignorant people can be.— May 21, 2008 3:23 p.m.
Dispatches from Crackerville
Wow, this is interesting. Hm, I completely understand requesting an all black cast for the stage if the script calls for it. With theater and film I understand that roles are written a lot of the time for a certain type of person, whether that be their race, size, gender and so on. However, I totally agree with people wondering why an all black orchestra would be required. Those guys n' gals are in a pit anyhow, aren't they (or at least hidden somewhere)? If they're not characters in the actual play, why would it matter? I also agree that if a different musical or play came to town requesting only white musicians to apply for the orchestra, people would totally be up in arms (rightfully so). For a job anyone can do, there is no reason to discriminate against anyone due to race or gender. I hope they respond to this with the reason why this is the demand.— May 21, 2008 3:19 p.m.
Haters
I looked up to get more stories on this and there is even some video. How insane. Rocakbilly kids look just as silly as the Emo Kids and I can't even tell the difference between the punk and emo kids style period (except when a male emo kid puts a girly pink baret in their hair, I think I can pinpoint that one). I'm all for kids having their own style they feel they identify with but man, get your ego's in check. You all look like douchebags, so unite.— May 13, 2008 12:10 p.m.
We're Not in Kansas Anymore
Fumber, you are promoting glass pipes. Be gone, Doe-doe bird.— May 13, 2008 12:06 p.m.
Hillary Clinton -- A Bad Sport
This blog is hilarious. You know what's bizarre. The founder of the BET channel, a black guy whom I can't recall the name of, is a full on Hillary supporter. Now, I don't think if you're black you have to support Obama so that isn't where the bizarre comes in play. However, one of the subjects he brings up about Obama that he dislikes and reasons for being unable to support him is his past drug abuse. This is where I have a problem. Did he really buy the line "I didn't inhale"? The Clinton campaign trying to use that against him is ridiculous. This democratic nominee race is becoming insane. The party has shot itself in both feet, both hands, and the head (News Falsh = *This just in : it is suspected that Marvin Harrison shot one of the hands of the Democratic Party). Everything seems pretty much ridiculous at this point. I wonder if Hillary drinks 6 raw eggs every morning.— May 6, 2008 1:07 p.m.
Haters
800 kids traveled to Plaza De Armas to seek out people to fight? 800 people? You'd think that type of number would make the news.....— May 4, 2008 9:48 p.m.