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RICKAMAVEN Offline
#1 Posted: Thu, Mar 17 2011, 12:11 PM EST
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Channel Offers Welcome Break from Reality, Psychologists Say

NEW YORK (The Borowitz Report) – With unprecedented crises engulfing the world, millions of
television viewers are finding the news too stressful to watch – and are turning to the Fox News
Channel instead.

“Things are so bad in the world right now, many people are afraid to watch the news,” says
psychologist Davis Logsdon, who studies the relationship between news consumption and stress
at the University of Minnesota. “For them, Fox News represents a welcome break from reality.”

Tracy Klugian, 37, a systems analyst from Lansing, Michigan, said that he was flipping the
channels to find “anything but news” and found himself watching Fox for the first time.

“They had this guy on – something Beck I think his name was – and he was just going on and on,
making stuff up,” he said. “I was like, this is the kind of mindless junk I need right now.”

Mr. Klugian says he now records the program and watches it every day when he gets home for
work: “For one hour at least, I know that I can kick back and not hear anything that’s going on in
the world.”

He said that watching Fox had also introduced him to “my favorite new comedian – this hysterical
woman named Michele Bachmann.”

“She was doing this bit about how the American Revolution started in New Hampshire, not
Massachusetts, and then she started mixing up where Lexington and Concord were,” he said.
“Okay, I know it sounds really stupid, but I almost peed myself.”

Elsewhere, Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker said he is not worried how history will remember him
“because if I have my way, there won’t be any history teachers.”
Kawak Offline
#2 Posted: Thu, Mar 17 2011, 12:19 PM EST
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I just bought one of them 15 cigar travel cases. It's cool but I don't use the foam inserts. If you have one what's your opinion and how long can you keep cigars in them?
Nicar Offline
#3 Posted: Thu, Mar 17 2011, 12:24 PM EST
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Reminds me about something.....





I need to get my 15ct humi back from my woman's brother. Just have my 5ct which not enough space at times.
Kawak Offline
#4 Posted: Thu, Mar 17 2011, 12:26 PM EST
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I agree Nicar. I have several of the metal one's but the new plastic camera style case holds even more then the 15 it claims and has a small humidifier in it. I think I may even use it at the golf course. Then again I found a little travel humi that looks like a golf bag that I might pick up for that.

RICKAMAVEN Offline
#5 Posted: Thu, Mar 17 2011, 12:35 PM EST
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i have one in the back yard that i haven't opened in months. everything in it is still fresh.
DrMaddVibe Offline
#6 Posted: Thu, Mar 17 2011, 12:54 PM EST
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What golf course?

Inquiring minds NEED to know!!!
jackconrad Offline
#7 Posted: Thu, Mar 17 2011, 12:55 PM EST
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(0(0)
(='.’=)
(")(") Why do u hate wabbits?
DrMaddVibe Offline
#8 Posted: Thu, Mar 17 2011, 12:57 PM EST
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Trix are for kids!!!whip
Lumpa Offline
#9 Posted: Thu, Mar 17 2011, 12:58 PM EST
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Dec 14, 1774
A large colonial force stormed Fort Wililam and Mary, Portsmouth NH
and seized 100 barrels of gunpowder, and removed the crown's colors, wounding the fort commander in the process.

This was a full 5 months before the April 19, 1775 battles of Lexington and Concord.

NH = Ninja, muddafogga!

Michele Bachman = wicked smaht
DrMaddVibe Offline
#10 Posted: Thu, Mar 17 2011, 1:00 PM EST
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Fredo smaht???Liar
Lumpa Offline
#11 Posted: Thu, Mar 17 2011, 1:02 PM EST
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Dunno.

You got a rowboat?
DrMaddVibe Offline
#12 Posted: Thu, Mar 17 2011, 1:07 PM EST
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No..I motorboat all night
DadZilla3 Offline
#13 Posted: Thu, Mar 17 2011, 6:31 PM EST
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Lumpa wrote:
Dec 14, 1774
A large colonial force stormed Fort Wililam and Mary, Portsmouth NH
and seized 100 barrels of gunpowder, and removed the crown's colors, wounding the fort commander in the process.

This was a full 5 months before the April 19, 1775 battles of Lexington and Concord.


Sure, anyone can resort to using mere historical facts.
donutboy2000 Offline
#14 Posted: Thu, Mar 17 2011, 7:34 PM EST
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They call it


.



MADNESS !!!!!!
drywalldog Offline
#15 Posted: Thu, Mar 17 2011, 8:27 PM EST
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So Lexington and Concord are really in New Hampshire~ who knew~thanks Tea Party for your infinite wisdom.
chiefburg Offline
#16 Posted: Thu, Mar 17 2011, 8:38 PM EST
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jackconrad Offline
#17 Posted: Thu, Mar 17 2011, 9:34 PM EST
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Thats good info !
donutboy2000 Offline
#18 Posted: Thu, Mar 17 2011, 9:44 PM EST
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drywalldog wrote:
So Lexington and Concord are really in New Hampshire~ who knew~thanks Tea Party for your infinite wisdom.



Comrade, you are really rusty. Even you CAN do better than this lame crap. Think about how the illegals have destroyed your trade, your welfare check, and get back to me tomorrow.
ZRX1200 Offline
#19 Posted: Thu, Mar 17 2011, 9:46 PM EST
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Pwned ..........
chiefburg Offline
#20 Posted: Thu, Mar 17 2011, 11:08 PM EST
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Did I mention the bright red streaks of blood????
stogiemonger Offline
#21 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 5:27 AM EST
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Sounds like a real pain in the a$$.

Back on topic.... I can usually only fit only 4 cigars in my 5 count with the foam in. I can fit 5 petit coronas or lanceros.
snowwolf777 Offline
#22 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 8:16 AM EST
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donutboy2000 wrote:


Comrade, you are really rusty. Even you CAN do better than this lame crap. Think about how the illegals have destroyed your trade, your welfare check, and get back to me tomorrow.


I do miss the weekly press releases from DNN (Drywall News Network) about the record high stock prices, give-away prices on fuel, the rebounding economy, the job outlook, lack of inflation, etc.

I'm sure he's been so busy with yet another record year of building new McMansions to keep up with the housing boom. The good part is that he can resign as El Presidente Bobblehead's spin secretary next year. There will be no need after Nov. 2012.

Dancing

Me, I'm still using an Otterbox I bought on here years ago. Like when they first came out. One of the larger ones that can haul 15 or so cigars. Lot of travel time. I do need a smaller one, though. My future SIL has one that can haul 6 around that would be about right. I think he got that when he was deployed in Afghanistan.

I also like Atkins friendly cheesecake, which is just cheesecake without the graham cracker crust. Found out I don't miss the crust. Nice cup of black coffee with it.

Supposed to be almost 60 here again today.

I wonder if that hot chick who just walked by my office window works here, or if she's applying for a job here.

I need more coffee.
rfenst Offline
#23 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 8:20 AM EST
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The responses to the OP are classic- where is every-one's sense of humor (if not with the tongue and cheek article, then with Rick's continuous, never-ending ploys)? Sure, Rick is just trying to shake things up a bit, but not to hurt anyone, just to get another political conversation going...
rfenst Offline
#24 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 8:28 AM EST
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BTW,

I have had great success with lining the inside of my 15-count portable humi with cedar from the sheets that separate the two rows of cigars in dress boxes. Get rid of the foam inserts so that it will hold more cigars. Just use a dab of odorless glue or cement and let it sit open for a day or two to make sure the odor dissipates. You may find that it is a better way to store your cigars in the box and that the box will maintain humidity a little bit better. I keep mine packed 24/7/365 so that if I am leaving to got somewhere where I will be smoking cigars, I just grab the box and go. No time consuming chore of choosing what to bring. Cheers- gtgt work!
fiddler898 Offline
#25 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 8:43 AM EST
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#22, Actually, stocks are doing quite well over the past two years, gas is still below 2008 levels, and unemployment is waning, albeit slowly. My modest portfolio is finally back where it was just before it all bottomed out, and if there is a present threat to the markets it is driven by the earthquake and its aftereffects. I can only hope the boards will forgive the sin of equanimity.
tailgater Offline
#26 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 9:00 AM EST
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I like the Wizard of Oz
DrafterX Offline
#27 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 9:04 AM EST
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Mellow
ZRX1200 Offline
#28 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 9:07 AM EST
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Robert, if he didn't deflect questions he refuses to answer id completely agree with you.
HockeyDad Offline
#29 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 9:07 AM EST
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tailgater wrote:
I like the Wizard of Oz



Check out the Broadway play, "Wicked"!
DrMaddVibe Offline
#30 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 9:16 AM EST
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NANCYBOY OUTRAGE!!!!
snowwolf777 Offline
#31 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 9:58 AM EST
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fiddler898 wrote:
#22, Actually, stocks are doing quite well over the past two years, gas is still below 2008 levels, and unemployment is waning, albeit slowly. My modest portfolio is finally back where it was just before it all bottomed out, and if there is a present threat to the markets it is driven by the earthquake and its aftereffects. I can only hope the boards will forgive the sin of equanimity.



Glad it's all good for you Fiddler. Removing my tongue from cheek for a moment, you might want to add the Middle East being on fire, rising inflation, run-away record debt, continued devaluation of the dollar, and energy costs for most businesses as additional threats to your market portfolio.

As for unemployment, that micro-downtick you saw last month was as much due to people giving up and walking away from the job market (or their unemployment running out so they dropped off the radar) as the economy rebounding. And before this year's over with, you'll forget all about those 2008 gas prices.

And yeah, I hope I'm wrong as hell on all counts.

Pray

DrafterX Offline
#32 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 10:01 AM EST
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Plant your hemp now!!!! ThumpUp
HockeyDad Offline
#33 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 10:14 AM EST
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I have four types of hops on order.

It's the world's premier beer bittering source.
DrMaddVibe Offline
#34 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 10:16 AM EST
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Which ones did you order?

You know what you're in for...right?
HockeyDad Offline
#35 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 10:19 AM EST
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Hallertau, Tettnang, Cascade,Willamette


My expectations are very low. We are way too far south but it still could be fun. I don't think I could actually use them for anything more than aroma because I can't trust the AAUs.
DrMaddVibe Offline
#36 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 10:22 AM EST
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The 1st year is zero yield

After that you could be in for some fun.

Soil samples taken in could help you out. I was going to do this, but am looking at doing it next year when I'm more "settled".

You know Mark has a friend in Oregon that grows hops...supposed to get them in this fall...baskets full from what Mark said...dry hopping could be fun.
DrafterX Offline
#37 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 10:28 AM EST
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DrMaddVibe wrote:
...dry hopping could be fun.





haven't done that since 6th grade.... Mellow
DrMaddVibe Offline
#38 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 10:42 AM EST
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HOPPING...not HUMPING!whip d'oh!
rfenst Offline
#39 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 1:35 PM EST
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ZRX1200 wrote:
Robert, if he didn't deflect questions he refuses to answer id completely agree with you.



Since when is a direct response required here? LOL! Who knows. Maybe he is just lurking...
rfenst Offline
#40 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 1:41 PM EST
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fiddler898 wrote:
I can only hope the boards will forgive the sin of equanimity.


Dream on. You know that agitation, alarm, anxiety, discomposure, excitableness, upset and constant worry/fear rule here...
rfenst Offline
#41 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 1:44 PM EST
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snowwolf777 wrote:
And yeah, I hope I'm wrong as hell on all counts.




Me 2.
HockeyDad Offline
#42 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 1:45 PM EST
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rfenst wrote:
Dream on. You know that agitation, alarm, anxiety, discomposure, excitableness, upset and constant worry/fear rule here...




...and it is all GW Bush's fault!
ZRX1200 Offline
#43 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 1:45 PM EST
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Robert I like icecream....
rfenst Offline
#44 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 1:45 PM EST
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DrafterX wrote:
Plant your hemp now!!!! ThumpUp



When we finally meet, you are going to have to get me stoned one more time before I die. OK?
rfenst Offline
#45 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 1:51 PM EST
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HockeyDad wrote:
...and it is all GW Bush's fault!



No it's not.
It is his paternal grandmother's fault.
She didn't toilet-train Bush1 the right way and that is the reason Bush2 wasn't raised properly.
rfenst Offline
#46 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 1:53 PM EST
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ZRX1200 wrote:
Robert I like icecream....



I like an aged New york strip steak grilled medium rare and served on a 650 degree plate so that I can get a third degree burn if I touch it (the plate) too long.
DrafterX Offline
#47 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 1:55 PM EST
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rfenst wrote:
When we finally meet, you are going to have to get me stoned one more time before I die. OK?




sounds like a plan!!! Laugh
snowwolf777 Offline
#48 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 2:28 PM EST
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rfenst wrote:
I like an aged New york strip steak grilled medium rare and served on a 650 degree plate so that I can get a third degree burn if I touch it (the plate) too long.



Sounds like you're due a trip to Ruth's Cris ...
MCAddict Offline
#49 Posted: Fri, Mar 18 2011, 8:31 PM EST
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This thread has kept be confused and laughing all day. Gonz
rfenst Offline
#50 Posted: Sat, Mar 19 2011, 8:02 AM EST
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snowwolf777 wrote:
Sounds like you're due a trip to Ruth's Cris ...



Long overdue.
Just can't afford a $45 piece of meat these days.
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