I am telling you people... the apocalypse is fucking nigh. I'm waiting for the plague of locusts to narrow down the exact date. 2011 can go straight to hell.

I was reading in New Scientist that one method used to control plagues of locusts is to spray them with parasitic, mind-controlling fungus. Mere words cannot express how much I approve of this approach to pest control.

Oh Maria, sending you much ~ma and good will. May the universe back off NOW.

Also sending much coping ~ma to Kat and kidlets. I hope everyone's OK!

I was reading in New Scientist that one method used to control plagues of locusts is to spray them with parasitic, mind-controlling fungus.

Can I get some of that shit and spray it on Rick Perry and Michelle Bachmann?

The good thing about it being a vague plan? TEST DRIVES!

Yes! Start by figuring out what you DON'T want in your new car, because that will narrow down the field more quickly than by listing what you do want. Even the most basic trim levels today are well-equipped. Don't rule out brand-new either. With the low interest rates and high prices for used, it may be cheaper to buy new. Some OEMs are still offering 72 months at 0% interest.

spray them with parasitic, mind-controlling fungus.

WHERE DO I GET SOME? I have plans. And a list.

Kat, so much coping~ma headed your way.

If there was a way to "like" David's post, I would. Right the fuck on.

If there is a silver lining in the whole no power, that means so much less light pollution if you have a telescope and want to see the explody supernova. Why don't I have a telescope and dark skies, whyyyyyyyyyy? It's a supernova.

Can anyone e-me Rio's IRL name?

I had it ages ago, and last when I was looking ar Rookie I came up with a few ideas, even before I heard Rio was working there (and good for her!)

Profile addy is good, if anyone feels free to extend it.

(Yes, subject like COULD be Eat A Muffin, Whitey!)

And now I am to be so I can wake up earlier and write some more before social obligation arrive for weekend.

Love and luck to all who needs it!

WHERE DO I GET SOME? I have plans. And a list.

The tropics, mostly, though Cordyceps is found worldwide. Incidentally, there's one species, popular in Chinese medicine, that parasitises caterpillars in Tibet. The fungus' fruiting body sprouts from the mummified caterpillar (as is its wont). Its Chinese name means "Winter worm, summer grass".

Can I get some of that shit and spray it on Rick Perry and Michelle Bachmann?

The next Republican debate would be just like Thunderdome! Two fungus-puppets enter! One fungus-puppet leaves!