We Kinda Like The Constitution As Is, Mr. Obama

I apologize for my conspicuous absence this week, Crumb Crunchers. Things should be back to normal (such as that is) around here in another day or two. In the meantime, I'll be posting things that express my views in a concise and clear way...like this:

Hat tip: Babba Zee's Brain

Old Time Gospel Sunday

Brian Doerksen, 'Just As I Am'

The Fetal Position

Thanks to our friends at Townhall.com

Obama Is President. Did Ye Get Healed?

Well, Crumb Crunchers, the deed is done. Barack Obama has been sworn in amid much pomp and circumstance and has assumed the office of the Presidency. Given the anticipation, expectation and adoration heaped upon him (and foisted upon us) by his acolytes for the past two years, I have just one question this morning: Did ye get healed?

I wanna know did you get the feelin'?
Did you get it down in your soul?
I wanna know did you get the feelin'?
Did ye get healed?

Van Morrison's lyric was, of course, written about the one true God. It is a great song; I can't find a video embed, but you can listen to it here. Oh, and Ms. Alexander? Yes, you. The alleged 'poet' from the coronation ceremony... this, my dear, is poetry.

The Two Americas

Is Barack Obama really the new savior of America - a Black Messiah, if you will? Well, many people seem to think so. Grammy's advice: don't buy what they're selling, kids.

The Kinks, 'Black Messiah'

We aren't a great country because we elected a Black man. We - the ordinary Americans of all colors - are what makes America unique and special....

'America the Beautiful'

Saul Anuzis: Rebuilding the GOP

I posted an endorsement of Saul a few weeks ago. Here, in his own words, are some of the reasons why. Pay particular attention to his plans for using technology to our full advantage - because the Dems ran circles around us in the last two cycles from a tech point of view. Check out Saul's website and the 'Blueprint for a GOP Comeback' for more of his ideas.

Old Time Gospel Sunday

Azure Fields, 'Fairest Lord Jesus'

Saturday Morning Funnies

From our friends at Townhall.com

Ship of Fools

I'm not at all certain Bob meant this song to be a political statement, but it sure feels like one this morning. I hope I survive the sinking.... 'cause I surely am on a ship of fools!

Bob Seger, 'Ship of Fools'

Crystal Blue Morning In Michigan

Subzero temperatures, freezing fog and early morning diffused sunlight left my yard looking surreal and otherworldly today, so I tried to capture some of it for you to share. I've paired the photos with the beautiful 'Winter' from The Four Seasons by Vivaldi. Enjoy!

Nigel Kennedy, Vivaldi's 'Four Seasons: Winter'

Happy 50th, Motown! Thanks For The Memories.

Can you believe it? Motown is 50 years old today. So much wonderful music, I hardly know where to begin....but this proud daughter of Detroit will try. You know all the words, don't you?

The Supremes, 'Stop In The Name of Love'

Marvin Gaye, 'I Heard It Through The Grapevine' (Acapella - what a VOICE!)


The Temptations, 'My Girl'


The Four Tops, 'Bernadette'

Martha Reeves & The Vandellas, 'Dancing In The Streets'


The Jackson 5, 'Got To Be There' (Michael was still a cute Black kid!)


Smokey Robinson & The Miracles, 'Tracks of My Tears'


The Spinners, 'I'll Be Around'


Stevie Wonder, 'Superstition'

I know, it's barely a taste. I could be here all day and then some. Check out the vast catalog of Motown hits; they are the soundtrack of a generation. Thank you, Mr. Gordy!

Old Time Gospel Sunday

Claire Holley, "Higher Ground"

Think You're Having A Bad Day? Meet Nick.

Times are hard. We hear it on the news and read it in the papers. People worry about keeping their jobs, making a living, paying for college. These are legitimate concerns, but maybe if we step back, take a breath and consider what someone else is dealing with, we won't feel so stressed. Allow me to introduce you to Nick:

Nick Vujicic

I complained that I had no shoes, until I met a man who had no feet. ~ Indian Proverb

The Four Tops, 'I'll Be There'

If you feel that you can't go on
Because all of your hope is gone
And your life is filled with much confusion
Until happiness is just an illusion
And your world around is crumbling down
Reach out
Reach out
I'll be there
With a love that will shelter you
I'll be there
With a love that will see you through.

If God brings you to it, He'll bring you through it.
Life is tough. Pray hard.

Muslims Hate V-8?

Is there no end to the things Muslims hate? I mean, really....death to juice? Grammy's advice: Avoid 'Sunni Delight'; it's killer!

I couldn't make this stuff up if I tried, Crumb Crunchers.

Same Shiite, Different Year

38 people are reported dead and dozens more were injured in the latest homicide bombing to rock Baghdad. The only thing slightly unusual about this story is the bomber's gender - female. From Fox News' coverage (links added ~ed):

A female homicide bomber blew herself up on Sunday among a crowd of pilgrims worshipping at a revered Shiite shrine in northern Baghdad, killing at least 38 people and wounding about 72, the Iraqi army and police said.

[snip]

The attack came as Shiites prepared to mark Ashura on Jan. 7. Falling on the 10th of Muharram under the Islamic lunar calendar, it is one of the most important holy days for Shiite Muslims and marks the death of the Prophet Muhammad's grandson Imam Hussein.

[snip]

Although the homicide attack bore all the hallmarks of the Sunni terror group Al Qaeda in Iraq, which has killed hundreds of people in bombings against Ashura pilgrims in recent years, other Islamic extremist groups have used the day to stage bloody attacks.

Among the bloodiest attacks during Ashura were a series of mortar attacks and bombings in Baghdad and Karbala that killed nearly 200 pilgrims and wounded more than 500 others in 2004.

And the beat goes on. Sometimes I feel like Bill Murray in 'Groundhog Day', ya' know? Makes me wanna sing the blues....

Jonny Lang & Double Trouble, 'Groundhog Day'

Old Time Gospel Sunday

'Guide Me Oh Thou Great Jehovah'

For Israel. Go With G-d.

Can Lions' Schedule, Rule Changes Restore The Roar?

2009 DETROIT LIONS SCHEDULE

September
13................Taft Junior High School
20................Cub Scout Troop #101
27................Detroit Academy for the Blind

October
04................Spanish-American War Veterans
11................Guardian Angel Orphanage
18................Eloise Mental Hospital
25................Girl Scout Troop # 353

November
01.................St. Benedict Monastery
08.................Fraser Boy's Choir
15.................Korean Amputees
22.................National Association of Hospital Ministers
26.................Great Lakes Synchronized Swim Team

SPECIAL MONDAY NIGHT GAME
December 08......Grand Rapids Quilting Society

In addition, the following rules shall apply beginning in the 2009 season:

1. When playing polio patients, the Lions may not disconnect knee braces.
2. When playing the Blind Academy, the Lions must not hide the football under their jerseys.
3. The Lions will be allowed 20 men on the field at all times.
4. Detroit may substitute with band members, cheerleaders, water boys or fans at their discretion.
5. The Lions may take up to 10 timeouts.
6. Detroit will be awarded a first down with each gain of 3 yards.
7. A touchdown will be awarded each time the football is carried across the goal line (included for Lions fans who have never seen this occur). It will still be worth 6 points.
   

Lions owner William Clay Ford was quoted as saying, "Who needs personnel, management or ownership changes when we have a schedule like this? I think we actually have a shot at a winning season now!" He angrily denounced as vicious rumor a report that claimed he was changing the team name to 'The Pussy Cat Dolls'.

Friday Funnies

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HAPPY NEW YEAR!