I just think it's rather odd that a nation that prides itself on its virility should feel compelled to strap on forty pounds of protective gear just in order to play rugby.

Giles ,'Beneath You'


Natter 42, the Universe, and Everything  

Off-topic discussion. Wanna talk about corsets, flaming otters, or physics? This is the place. Detailed discussion of any current-season TV must be whitefonted.


flea - Feb 10, 2006 7:11:28 am PST #6223 of 10002
information libertarian

People! Talk! What shall I do this weekend as a reward for the serious domestic chorage I need to do? Answers compatible with two year olds receive extra credit. Additional bonus points for suggesting something fun to cook.


Jessica - Feb 10, 2006 7:11:53 am PST #6224 of 10002
And then Ortus came and said "It's Ortin' time" and they all Orted off into the sunset

Burglar checks email while robbing house

WEST BEND, Wis. (AP) - Authorities were seeking Thursday a burglar who allegedly took the time to make coffee, cook and eat meals, take showers, pick out a change of clothes, watch television and check his e-mail while inside three rural Washington County homes this month.

Lori Menzel of the town of Kewaskum said the burglar left his Yahoo account open after checking his personal e-mail on the computer at her home.

"He never logged out,'' she said, adding: "He made himself at home here. He spent some time in our bedroom trying on my husband's clothes. I could tell he went through some of my clothes.''


Kathy A - Feb 10, 2006 7:12:05 am PST #6225 of 10002
We're very stretchy. - Connie Neil

Must remember to tape the repeats of Stewart and Colbert today. Apparently the governor of Illinois was on last night ("I'm here with Governor Blaj...Governor Blojo...Governor Smith of Illinois.") too.

Not just Governor Smith--he was redubbed in the caption as "Governor 'Rod Smith'"!


Kathy A - Feb 10, 2006 7:13:49 am PST #6226 of 10002
We're very stretchy. - Connie Neil

Gus, I think we found your "house guest" in West Bend, Wisconsin! At least he's upgraded from just raiding the liquor cabinet to utilizing the shower and computer.


Nutty - Feb 10, 2006 7:16:06 am PST #6227 of 10002
"Mister Spock is on his fanny, sir. Reports heavy damage."

Answers compatible with two year olds receive extra credit. Additional bonus points for suggesting something fun to cook.

Chocolate cake!! I succumbed to the wild allure of the Evil White Giggling Overlord and bought a devil's food cake mix last night. And had chocolate cake for breakfast! Without even Bill Cosby giving me pernmission.

(It is two layers, with high-end raspberry jam spread in between the layers. Perfect mix of sweet and tart! Why didn't I bring a piece to work with me!!!)


Calli - Feb 10, 2006 7:16:15 am PST #6228 of 10002
I must obey the inscrutable exhortations of my soul—Calvin and Hobbs

Say, Flea, have you been to the NC Museum of Life and Science, in Durham? [link]

They have some interactive stuff that the Flealet might enjoy. I think--I kind of suck at figuring out what's age appropriate.


msbelle - Feb 10, 2006 7:21:13 am PST #6229 of 10002
I remember the crazy days. 500 posts an hour. Nubmer! Natgbsb

flea, something warm. maybe cook homemade mac&cheese?

Despite the forecasted blizzard, I think I am going to spend lots of this weekend out of my apartment. I am kind of sick of the place. I am seeing about a hair appointment tomorrow, also a mani and pedi, then in the evening I am meeting up with my brother. Sunday there is church, then an already scheduled brunch with brother to have REAL FOOD, then maybe home for movie viewing on the computer, maybe knitting.


Tom Scola - Feb 10, 2006 7:22:15 am PST #6230 of 10002
Remember that the frontier of the Rebellion is everywhere. And even the smallest act of insurrection pushes our lines forward.

I have to go into work on Sunday.


Steph L. - Feb 10, 2006 7:22:31 am PST #6231 of 10002
I look more rad than Lutheranism

Courtesy of my brother, the addictive, time-sucking "red square" game: [link]


§ ita § - Feb 10, 2006 7:22:59 am PST #6232 of 10002
Well not canonically, no, but this is transformative fiction.

Don't overdo it, msbelle.