Category Archives: Life in the Atomic Age

A September Surprise?

ID thinks so. Hat tip: Belmont Club.

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“Hi Mom!”

Ahh yes. The only thing people can think to say when a TV camera gets stuffed in their face. I’m off to The Mom’s place to take her out for breakfast, so do wonder at this question: Is Hillary! trying … Continue reading

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Turkey in the Bag

To pay a debt owed. Congratulations to Phillipe Massa on the three-peat in the Formula One Turkish Gran Prix. But I would like to mention that if I were to cast a non-actor to play Napoleon, Massa would be my … Continue reading

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Let the whining begin

Washington State in general, and King County and Seattle residents in particular, excel at NIMBYism. So the site selection for the new City of Seattle jail should prove to be quite comedic Seattle officials Tuesday announced four possible sites for … Continue reading

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The French are going nuclear in Idaho

But trust me, this is a good thing A uranium enrichment plant near Idaho Falls will be one of the largest construction projects in the state’s history, and it could create 1,000 jobs for the five years it takes to … Continue reading

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And I’m off

I’m just about ready to head on up out of here for Boomershoot-land (aka: Orofino, ID). I’ve tossed in a few Quotes of the Day at random for y’all to ponder while we’re away. I hope you enjoy them. I’ll … Continue reading

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At least that idea is mostly harmless

Although not to your pocket book. Australia: 1500 Police Officers Believe Main Job is Revenue Generation A landmark survey of 3459 police officers in Victoria, Australia today exposed a disturbing shift in law enforcement priorities. A total of 42 percent … Continue reading

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Must. Release. Pressure.

Death by a thousand papercuts: A geological example Scientists listening to underwater microphones have detected an unusual swarm of earthquakes off the central Oregon Coast. Scientists don’t know what the earthquakes mean, but they could be the result of magma … Continue reading

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I was hoping

That I could work my schedule around my employer’s gaffe yesterday Back tomorrow.

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Spitzer was onto something

Well, after an 8 hour session, I must say that former NY Gov Spitzer had the better idea. For $4000, I got an 8×10 room with a sink, shower, commode, closet and a double bed. There was a TV, but … Continue reading

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