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I do that every time the doc wants a sample. Best regards, RA1

But, isn't BO a little late in "considering" aiding the rebels? Weren't they declared nearly defeated a week or so ago because they had nothing to combat armor, artillery, etc.? The Russians may be a little late offering munitions also. Timing is everything so if the time has or almost has passed, there might be another motive? I agree there is a lot less any President can do about domestic affairs (not having them would be a start, however) with the entrenched bureaucracy and, as you suggest, a reluctant Congress. But, the country might be in a mood for a little isolationism? Yes, I know how difficult that is with a world economy, etc. but we don't have to start or support a war every week-end, do we? Best regards, RA1

Christie seems to currently be in the running for RINO of the year but what the heck, Dems only too well resemble their symbol all too often. Best regards, RA1

Any thoughts that BO is cranking up the Syrian conflict in order to deflect public opinion about recent domestic debacles? Best regards, RA1

The only advantage I have over "everyone else" is sometimes the "rich" are in the back of my plane. Then, perhaps for a very little while, I have their attention should I wish to off load some of the pole verticality depicted above. Best regards, RA1

I certainly agree with your comments about general societal incongruity. Hypocrisy abounds. I don't mean to be wearing my heart on my sleeve. After all this is short sleeve weather. Thanks. Best regards, RA1

Almost all of my expectations were adapted for use on a plane, namely an airplane. Even though I posted my private thoughts and opinion of wearing a "wedding ring" without benefit of either clergy or the state, I never suggested disapproval to the escort in person or action and "allowed" that if it worked for him, good. Regardless of people's actions, my question is, do they know better? Or, to put it another way, do you believe the motive is an integral part of any wrong doing? The US system of laws seems to think so. The main difference between 1st, 2nd and 3rd degree murder is motive to include premeditation. Ditto, burglary. Etc. Escorts are free to have any rules they choose and play by them or disregard them just as clients may do the same. I also think I am entitled to have my opinion about an escort who wears a wedding ring to avoid being hit upon is possibly suffering from an excess of ego or BS. Best regards, RA1

Do some Latinos try to observe or act like they observe their Catholic upbringing? Remember we need to learn how to speak Spanish ASAP. He isn't too old to learn better, is he? Best regards, RA1

hito- I wish you nothing but happiness in the hereafter and I hope that your pedicurists are able to satisfy your desires as well as provide shoes to your liking. I do not know if there are such things as mental therapists who specialize in foot therapy as well as offering "companionship". In the meantime, during our tenure on earth, we have to deal with those who will willingly kill us or do other bodily harm. I mean to counteract those if I can. Best regards, RA1

I agree with all the reasons stated to not force feed these prisoners. From a pragmatic political point of view, some of them are going to be viewed as martyrs regardless of what the US does or does not do, so there is little reason to "double-think" moves and motives. Generally, I think these prisoners should have had a military trial and likely most of them executed for war crimes. However, the real problem, aside from world and domestic politics, is recidivism. Where ever those who might be released go, they will almost surely become active terrorists (again). But, apparently someone in authority has decided their crimes are not sufficient to execute or permanently imprison. So, we all are faced with "lingering death" vs. sudden death to us a sports comparison. Best regards, RA1

I don't have a problem with military pilots being Christians. I do have a problem with a concept such as a Christian war or a Christian way to fight a war. If nothing else the Crusades kind of proved that point, didn't it? I also have a problem with drones being forced upon us. Virginia might have a good idea about going slowly but it has been adjudicated time and time again, the air belongs to the US, not the states. The FAA is controlling, not the Virginia legislature. How many of you would get onto an airliner being flown by someone on the ground? Not many, if any. The second worse thing is to have unmanned aircraft flying around or near where airliners are being flown. The boxes in the back of a FEDEX or UPS plane may not care what happens (although the crew does) but if a cargo plane runs into a 747 full of passengers, it is generally regarded as wide spread carnage. Hence, cargo planes have the same rules and regulations as airliners. One day drones might be acceptable in general flying conditions ( war, of course, is different) but until my Windows never freezes up, I am not ready for that day to be now. Best regards, RA1

Everyday in Israel and many other middle eastern countries. Not a joke indeed. Best regards, RA1

Your secret is safe with me. Chances are I didn't understand it either. Best regards, RA1

I know an escort who, years ago, wore a wedding ring. He said it was partly to remind him and others of his commitment to his BF but also to keep others from hitting on him. According to how I was brought up here in the South there is a lot of incongruity in those ideas but I never mentioned it and thought if it worked for him-good. Best regards, RA1

I watched today's rendition of DW with my speakers turned off. That was not intentional as they have a current problem but as a matter of information I noticed nothing other than enjoyment by me. Best regards, RA1

I feel pretty sure your grandmother would have been able to provide a sumptuous meal involving quail. They may not be among the game fowl near your ancestral home but such a talented cook such as her would not be put off by cooking a wonderful game bird such as quail. I am pretty positive in this regard,. Quail are widely available as farm raised as well as game. They are delicious. Best regards, RA1

I wouldn't and don't like it at all. But I am a renewable resource so things can happen afterwards. Best regards, RA1

AS- Your grandmother and most of the older members of my family would have gotten along famously. Many of them loved squirrel, frogs, rabbits, fresh milk (ugh) and many other "wild varmints". I was (and am) able to tolerate some of those but if your grandmother had a recipe for quail with pan gravy I would be her servant forever. Best regards, RA1

In a way this is like a child's book report: This book tells more about penguins than I want to know. As I explained in a post about oxygen, the human body can let go of all that gas at once during an explosive decompression. Cows could power a large city if we could economically collect all the methane they let loose continually. However, I prefer my steak medium rare. Best regards, RA1

That, of course, was the inspiration for my original post. And, while many gay folks do "eat" each other, there seems to be plenty left over for seconds or thirds. My post was definitely tongue in cheek although the underlying problem is certainly real enough. Best regards, RA1

No reference to Francis Bacon who reputedly died from the effects of studying freezing for the preservation of meat? Best regards, RA1

As long as it is erotic. I have seen squirrels put into barrels of water and noticed they could not swim for very long, especially when they were holding their breath underwater. I don't mean to be cruel but some folks regard squirrels as rats with furry tails. No sheets or burning objects, please. Best regards, RA1

Are you planning on lynching hito? Isn't that potentially carrying S&M a bit far? Best regards, RA1

But, ye shall not bear fruit, especially with hito. Hito- How can you not observe that AS reads everything? In fact, he is on his third pair of eyes, having worn out the other two. Best regards, RA1

Does this whole situation remind anyone of the Star Chamber? Best regards, RA1