Browsing the Archive
November 2009
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Avatar
by Maynard on November 15, 2009A post by Maynard So James Cameron, who gave us Titanic and other mega-hits, is about to release Avatar. When it came out in 1997, Titanic, with a production budget of $200 million, was the most expensive film ever made. Avatar is apparently the new high-cost film. Wikipedia lists a production (as opposed to promotion and distribution) budget of $230 million. Other reports (see this discussion) suggest it cost more like $300 million to make. The number $500 million is also tossed around, although I think that includes promotion and distribution costs. Anyway, I watched the trailer for the film, and it went something like this: A paralyzed military guy gets patched up by the army and put in control...
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Made In USA?
by Maynard on November 13, 2009A post by Maynard Even though I’m a heartless, selfish conservative, I want to do my part to help alleviate unemployment and lessen the trade deficit. If I’m making a purchase, I’d rather buy American if possible. I feel a particular obligation to seek an American option when buying a gift or luxury item, because these are purchases I could forgo if they’re not pleasing in every way. With Christmas the holidays coming up, maybe this website, StillMadeInUSA.com, will give you some ideas. I just bought this pair of American-made winter slippers (for myself!) from Northstar Trading. Speaking of footwear, I’m usually wearing my New Balance 993‘s (available on Amazon and elsewhere). These, and a few other New Balance shoes,...
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Today’s Tammy Radio Podcast Now Up
by Tammy on November 13, 2009Today’s Tammy Radio podcast has posted for Tammy Army Members. Please visit the TAM Podcasts page for your exclusive media :) If you aren’t a member of the Tammy Army, please join today! And if you have just joined, here are some instructions. To access today’s show just go to the TAM Podcasts page. There you will find today’s show and the whole archive, including podcasts and netcasts. You must be signed in here at the blog to access the players. Also visit the “Members” subpage listed just above the banner. There you will get special instructions in my Welcome letter, and instructions on how to download the podcasts via iTunes. Thanks again for all your support! Shots from today’s...
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O’Reilly Update
by Tammy on November 12, 2009Well, I was booked for O’Reilly tonight to discuss Obama’s continued dithering on Afghanistan, but, as is inclined to happen on occassion, they bumped me. Understandably, they decided they wanted someone pro-buildup, ex-military. So, no Fox tonight, but I’ll let you know next time.
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Lou Dobbs Quitting CNN
by Tammy on November 11, 2009Looks like going rogue is becoming more popular than ever :) His comments on today’s show infer a possible entrance into politics. He met with Roger Ailes of Fox in September. Anything is possible. I think this is good news and it’s about time Dobbs got the stink of CNN off him. I’m sure we’ll see him somewhere soon, continuing to make a difference. Lou Dobbs to Quit CNN Lou Dobbs, the longtime CNN anchor whose anti-immigration views have made him a TV lightning rod, said Wednesday that he is leaving the cable news channel effective immediately. Sitting before an image of an American flag on his television set, he said “some leaders in media, politics and business have been...
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To Our Veterans—Thank You for Your Service
by Pat_S on November 11, 2009A post by Pat To all veterans who honored their uniform we owe an enormous debt of gratitude. Their courage humbles and inspires us. We will never forget their sacrifices. It is our duty to stand by them as faithfully as they stood up for us. A Marine who was wounded and disfigured in Iraq gives advice in the aftermath of the Fort Hood shootings: Stay strong and take the battles on a day-to-day basis. Sometimes we find ourselves kind of caught up in the long run. Of course we have our objectives and missions, but…remember who we are as Americans and our history and our legacy. We celebrated 234 years in the Marine Corps. That’s something that we can...
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DC Sniper Executed
by Tammy on November 10, 2009Good riddance. I think he let the door hit him on the way out. Note Time of Death–9:11 Mastermind of Washington area sniper attacks executed John Allen Muhammad was executed on Tuesday for masterminding and carrying out with his teenage accomplice the 2002 sniper shootings that killed 10 people and terrified the Washington, D.C. region a year after the September 11 and the deadly anthrax attacks. The 48-year-old Muhammad was put to death by lethal injection at the Greensville Correctional Center in Jarratt, Virginia, said Virginia Department of Corrections spokesman Larry Traylor. “Death was pronounced at 9:11 pm. There were no complications. Mr. Muhammad was asked if he wished to make a last statement. He did not acknowledge us or...
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Obamastein Spotted in Los Angeles!
by Tammy on November 10, 2009Wow, look what found its way into my mailbox! One thing I know, when you show up in Los Angeles of all places as The Joker and Frankenstein you know you’re in trouble.
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Fort Hood Memorial
by Pat_S on November 10, 2009Prayers go out to family and friends of the fallen. Fox live stream. Fort Hood Memorial service at Ustream (Caution spontaneous outbursts by Katie Couric may occur) Note from Tammy: Please use this as your Open Thread as well. I’m commenting live on the memorial as it happens over at Tammy Radio. The Ft. Hood Roll Call, 21-Gun Salute and Tapps, courtesy of Pat S.