Today's Tids Issue 2,073
The Stuff:
If America isn’t in it, is it really a war?
Just when everybody was starting to think that it’s probably Ok to get out of Iraq and Afghanistan, Turkey gets ugly on us. It’s coup time again in the EU wannabe. The military has run the show since 1982. They don’t like the fact that the civilian Government is beginning to get cozy with Islam. After learning of aan alleged military plot called “Sledgehammer”, the ruling Government arrested 50 of the highest ranking military including Generals and Admirals. The military plot would include the mass bombing of mosques to create civil unrest, which would require the legitimate call for Marshall Law. Next in this comic book plan, The Military would shoot down its own planes and blame it on Greece! You can’t make up this stuff.
The Question:
Yesterday was the 65th anniversary of the raising of the flag on Iwo Jima. Iwo Jima because of that great symbol has been romanticized by many. But many great American soldiers fought equally well on many South Pacific Islands. Name some key WWII island battles.
The Headlines:
--0-Man Reams Out McCain For Asking Question About Bribes To Senators For Earlier Yes Votes; Democrats Asking For Jam It Through Approach As Possibility Of Broad Agreement Wanes.
--Jobless Claims Rise Unexpectedly.
-- Durable Goods Surge; Most Of Growth Comes From Huge Increase In Civilian Aircraft Production.
--Big Summit is Starting To Look Like Shallow Media Event; Both Sides lining Up For Post Summit Action.
--Killer Whale That Killed Trainer Has Attacked Humans Before.
--Hummer To China Deal Fails; Brand Axed; Only 364 Hummers Sold In 2009.
--Stocks Tumbling On Economy Fears.
Back to More Stuff:
In response to last week’s Tids call for best home cold remedies, one amateur physician recommends a brandy/honey cocktail with emphasis on the brandy. Boffed on brandy is a sure way to mask those pesky cold symptoms.
Isn’t it interesting that the civilian aircraft industry had a surge in production the same month that Wall Street bonuses went up 17%! Now that‘s a stimulus package.
Some ex Military are saying privately that while the US had to fight in Viet Nam with one hand tied behind their backs, they are fighting Afghanistan with two hands tied behind their backs. Pre-announcing “no killing of civilians”, they say, gave the Taliban their greatest defensive weapon. You will never see a Taliban without his group of civilians close in tow. In addition, the rule that says NATO cannot fire on any Taliban without a weapon, has the enemy firing madly until Americans advance. Then they throw down their weapons, stand up, wave goodbye, and turn and walk away. This is true. The world is a strange place.
I was totally and utterly underwhelmed by the first men’s session of the American Idol competition. Maybe I’m just getting old, but I was only entertained by about 11 of the 120 minutes. For the most part they all sounded the same with bad songs mostly sung badly. The only decent singers I saw were, Casey James, Lee Dewyze and Aaron Kelly. Also somewhat Ok were Joe Munos and Andrew Garcia. In fact I could grow to like Munoz. You could see talent in others like Todrick Hall, Jermaine Sellers and John Park, but they were mediocre last night. And Park might not make it to next week. Over all…I wish I hadn’t wasted the time. But, that’s what Tid’s Guys do for the fans!
The Novel:
Through the Same Eyes: Chapter 56 continues. –
“Isabelle and Kent Middleton are coming out to see you this evening. I think Middleton said he hadn’t had a nice date in a long time”
I smiled to myself.
“Anyhow, that brought down the house because I guess Middleton is not much of a comedian.”
I just listened. I loved listening to other people’s stories about Kent.
“I’ll be up tomorrow sometime. I’ll call in the morning. I am particularly interested in learning more about this Kent fellow. This is a big investment, and somehow I have the feeling we are investing Kent Middleton”.
“Wow”, I said “you’re talkative today. Something big must have happened.” He laughed. “I’ll try to remember what I can about Kent. Maybe I’ll learn more about him tonight”. Did they say why they were coming?”
“Other than for a date?” He laughed again. “I believe that Isabelle thinks highly of you and now wants to make you feel comfortable with the’ family’. You know how that works. If Makes things smoother for our operation, I’m all for it. I don’t why Middleton is tagging along.”
I thought, “I do. Or at least I hope I do.”
“I’ll call in the morning” He hung up. I looked over into the mirror, patted the side of my hair and unbuttoned the top button of my PJ’s.
Back to More Stuff Again:
It’s starting to appear that the best new pick-up technique is having an authorized medical marijuana card! It seems to be working particularly well with the late fifties, early sixties set. Did you ever not think that medical marijuana was just part of the big plan to legalize marijuana?
South America seems intent in overcoming the Middle East on the weirdness meter. The Falkland’s, yes those Falkland’s with a population of about 3,000 ( 1K British Military), are a center of a black storm once again. This time the black is oil. Apparently the Brits believe there is a field surrounding their Falkland Islands that can produce 60 Billion barrels of that valuable commodity. Argentina is having economic problems, putting President Christine Fernandes on the hot seat. Argentina does not want to make it easy for the British get rich. For that matter they will dispute the territorial waters again as they did in 1982. Frankly, the Argentineans have hated the British (And vice versa) since around 1840, and is in new mood to help them anyway. This soap opera has become more complex now that Hugo Chavez has promised to send his troops to help Argentina defend against an attack by Britain. The world is a loose cannon. Stay tuned.
One of the interesting sidelights that came out of the Toyota hearings was that the company’s excellent Lexus brand was involved in several of the biggest law suits for unexpected acceleration. Lexus was never part of the recalls, but some of the most tragic accidents involved that beautiful hi-tech car. Maybe the officials were trying to protect their luxury brand? Do you think?
The Answer:
There were enormous battles on Guadalcanal, New Guinea, The Solomon’s, Guam, Tarawa, Saipan, Corregidor, Okinawa, Bataan. Major naval battles were prolific and key to victory – Leyte, Midway, Coral Sea, Philippine Sea, South China Sea, Bismarck Sea. Americans came from e the city in little boats against overwhelming dug in armies, They kept on coming and they never gave in. What di I want to be when I grew up? A Marine on Guadalcanal. As it turned out, I wasn’t good enough.
The End:
Just remember when things seem a little difficult that you could be in a trench on a south Pacific Island waiting for the bullets to stop.
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