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FMP’s 2007 year in review

Posted 31 Dec 2007 in personal

I’ve probably said it already, but 2007 has been one heck of a roller coaster year for me. Being laid off from my job of nearly 8 years (an eternity in the advertising business, where creatives typically change jobs every 18-24 months) was quite a blow, not only financially but to my ego as well. I fully realize it wasn’t personal; the agency lost a huge chunk of business and my entire team was laid off together. But it’s been rough all the same. As someone who already struggles with self-esteem issues, being expendable was a proverbial kick in the family jewels. But looking back on this year, I wouldn’t change it one bit. I’ve learned to live on...

Bhutto names Bin Laden’s killer?

Posted 29 Dec 2007 in jihadists, Osama bin Laden, terrorism

This clip was aired on November 2, 2007. In her discussion of who might be out to kill her, Benazir Bhutto mentions to David Frost the name “Omar Shiekh” (2:14) as the man who murdered Osama bin Laden. Frost didn’t not challenge her on it, but the BBC censored the clip. Has anybody found out more about this? Did she mean to say “Omar Sheikh murdered FOR Osama bin Laden”? Now that she’s dead, and Frost never followed up on the statement, it looks like we’ll never know.

INTJ again

Posted 28 Dec 2007 in memes, personal

I’m such a sucker for these things. I love doing self-analysis from time to time to see if my perspective changes (I tested as INTJ back in 2005). INTJ -The MastermindYou scored 27% I to E, 36% N to S, 66% F to T, and 21% J to P! You are more introverted than extroverted. You are more intuitive than observant, you are more thinking based than feeling based, and you prefer to have a plan rather than leaving things to chance. Your type is best described by the word “mastermind”, which belongs to the larger group called rationals. Only 1% of the population shares your type. You are very strong willed and self-confident. You can hardly rest until...

Clinton says wife a ‘world-class genius’?

Posted 21 Dec 2007 in 2008 election, Democrats, humor, liberals, stupidity

Huh? *boggle boggle* Lemme see if I have this right; the woman who dreamed up the Marxist scheme known as Hillarycare is supposedly a world-class genius? Well, she is, according to her husband (who, of course, stands to gain by getting his grubby self back into the White House if the two of them can fool the American people yet again). (h/t: Crush Liberalism) Former President Clinton says his wife is a “world-class genius” when it comes to improving the lives of others.“The reason she ought to be president, over and above her vision and her plans is that she has proven in every position she has ever had in life, whether it was in elected office or not,...

Religion of Peace update: UNICEF’s photo of the year

Posted 20 Dec 2007 in Islam, outrage, Religion of Peace update

Absolutely disgusting. (h/t: Michelle Malkin) The image hardly fits our idea of the happy couple’s wedding picture – but this haunting photograph taken in Afghanistan graphically captures life for millions of girls given in marriage while under age. It shows Mohammed, 40, with his new 11-year-old wife, Ghulam. Taken by US photographer Stephanie Sinclair, it was named Unicef Photo of the Year yesterday. Some 60 million girls worldwide are married while still under age, according to the children’s rights agency. I guess we shouldn’t be too angry with this guy. After all, he’s just following the example set by Islam’s prophet, Muhammad, who had his own 9-year-old wife.

Thompson Right On Immigration

I’m still undecided on who to support in ’08, but Fred Thompson’s position on illegal immigration (and several other issues) has me leaning strongly in his direction so far. Thompson Says Enforce Immigration LawCARROLL, Iowa (AP) – Republican Fred Thompson said Thursday there should be few if any exceptions when it comes to enforcing U.S. immigration laws, or the flow of illegal immigrants would continue. Thompson was responding to a question from a man who told of a friend who is a chicken farmer and has to hire workers from Mexico, hoping they have legal status.“It is not good, in my opinion, for our country to start becoming dependent on a constant flow of illegal immigrants that are usually...

Tagged for Christmas

Posted 19 Dec 2007 in memes, personal

Pam tagged me in yesterday’s comments. So here goes: 1. Wrapping or gift bags?Both, but it depends on the shape of the present. 2. Real or artificial tree?We always had real trees while I was growing up, but now I have a pre-lit artificial that looks pretty real. Easier to take care of and I like the way it looks. 3. When do you put up the tree?Usually the weekend after Thanksgiving, but no later than two weeks before. 4. When do you take the tree down?New Year’s Day. 5. Do you like eggnog?Love the taste but avoid it due to the calories. 6. Favorite gift received as a child?Micronauts. Specifically the Baron Karza figure. 7. Do you have...

Religion of Peace update: recruiting kids to become suicide bombers

Posted 18 Dec 2007 in Religion of Peace update

More sickness from the cult of death: A children’s sing-along DVD sold at a mosque in Britain. And by sing-along, they mean die-along. (h/t: Sweetness and Light) British children targeted with sing-along DVD for would-be suicide bombers A children’s sing-along DVD for would-be suicide bombers is being investigated by police after being found on sale in one of Britain’s terrorist hotbeds. The disturbing disc of music videos – part of an Egyptian-made series – shows a young girl singing about following in the footsteps of her suicide bomber mother. A group of self-proclaimed orphans also turn against the West over the plight of the Palestinian people. The shocking DVD was...

Why the 2nd Amendment matters in the 2008 election

Posted 18 Dec 2007 in 2008 election, gun control, outrage

Gun confiscation. It’s not just for communists anymore.

Citizen Soldier – cool vid for Natl Guard

Posted 18 Dec 2007 in patriotism, pop culture

I already liked the music of 3 Doors Down, but after seeing the video done to honor the National Guard, I like ‘em even more. Hats off to the folks to created this moving tribute to our “citizen soldiers.”

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