Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
The 8 Worst Responses To The Boston Marathon Bombings
Toney Atkins comments on the link from ThinkProgress.org: The outrageous responses given in this story reveal just how idiotic, ignorant, stupid, lying and fear-mongering many so-called Americans have become. They cannot wait for facts before they start conspiracy theories and hate speech about the president and his administration, all based on their lack of brain power and a desire to stir up disharmony in the country. I should not even give them space on my blogs, but intelligent readers need to be aware of what's being said by nutcases who would like to overthrow the country. Those folks who want to kill people cannot be Christians because they disobey several of the major commandments by bearing false witness and wanting to kill -- in this instance without knowing who was responsible for the bombings at the Boston Marathon that killed at least three and injured more than 150 people. They are the war-mongers, and they obviously don't care with whom they go to war.
From ThinkProgress.org:
The 8 Worst Responses To The Boston Marathon Bombings: pThe horror that was the aftermath of the explosions at the end of the Boston Marathon on Monday drew forth some of the best of people. With three dead and more than 100 wounded, dozens of citizens comforted and aided the injured, thousands more offered up their homes to stranded marathon runners. Such national tragedies [...]/p
From ThinkProgress.org:
The 8 Worst Responses To The Boston Marathon Bombings: pThe horror that was the aftermath of the explosions at the end of the Boston Marathon on Monday drew forth some of the best of people. With three dead and more than 100 wounded, dozens of citizens comforted and aided the injured, thousands more offered up their homes to stranded marathon runners. Such national tragedies [...]/p
BBs, nails embedded in kids treated at Boston Children’s Hospital - Health & wellness - The Boston Globe
BBs, nails embedded in kids treated at Boston Children’s Hospital - Health & wellness - The Boston Globe
The horror in Boston on Monday as reported by The Boston Globe. Updated frequently.
The horror in Boston on Monday as reported by The Boston Globe. Updated frequently.
LATEST FROM BOSTON BLASTS...Breaking News & Top Stories - World News, US & Local | NBC News
Breaking News & Top Stories - World News, US & Local | NBC News
Bombs believed placed in pressure cookers, backpacks. FROM NBCNEWS.COM
REMEMBERING MOTHER TODAY by TONEY ATKINS
BEFORE MOTHER'S DAY
Don't forget your mother on Mother's Day in May. This year, rather than wait until Mother's Day, I felt the desire to place this remembrance on the date of the 19th anniversary of the stroke and other major health problems led to her passing on April 17, 1994. She has been in my thoughts and dreams, and it's almost as though her presence is sometimes with me during my waking hours. Situations around her death were rather surrealistic and I wrote the following remembrance for the Daytona Times shortly after I returned to Daytona Beach after her funeral. I share this with you on the anniversary of her escape from the confines of a very sick body with hopes and prayers that caregivers and family members can be aware and fill their mothers' hearts with love now, when they can feel and experience that love in life.
REMEMBERING MOTHER (Slightly re-edited)
By TONEY ATKINS
In past years, I have received a number of wonderful and inspiring phone calls and letters about what would become my annual tribute in the Daytona Times to my beautiful mother, who passed from this world on April 17, 1994.
There have been requests to repeat that tribute, at least in part, to share with those who know what it means to have lost a mother and with those who are fortunate enough to still be able to look their mothers in the eyes on Mother's Day and say, "I love you."
This year marks the 19th anniversary of my mother's death and the 19th year that I still get a little bit choked up when I pass a counter in a store stocked with Mother's Day cards - especially the giant ones, which would truly have impressed my mom, bringing joy and a smile to a woman whose laughter I will never forget.
I recently traveled back to the town in which I was born to be with my dad, who currently is going through several different health crises which threaten to take him from me, too. (He passed away on Aug. 22 (his birthday) in 2005.)
During the last few months of her life, my mother pleaded with me to get closer to my earthly father and to take care of him. He and I, indeed, have bridged a terrible gap that always seemed to be between us for far too many years, so the prayers of a loving mother were answered - and I am grateful. My dad, who took tender care of Mother during her final months, and I both still miss the woman who had a tremendous impact on both our lives.
My mother is eternal now, but in a spiritual sphere where I can't pick up the telephone and call her and tell her how concerned I am about my father and to hear her words of comfort and advice. Oh, how I miss her! Oh, how I realize how much I took her for granted! Time has increased my appreciation and love for her, but she's not here for me to tell her so.
Somewhere in my belongings is the Mother's Day card I had bought ahead of time in 1994 - the first time I had gotten one in years that was in time to send early so she would get it on or before Mother's Day, not several days or a week afterwards. "Better late than never," I always said with a laugh as I excused myself and apologized when she inevitably received it late, and she always said she forgave and thanked me profusely.
I still vividly remember the night that I walked into a dimly lit room in a Georgia hospital and looked down at the shell of my mother on the bed. She appeared to be so at peace and looked so much younger than her 74 years.
An hour earlier, she had been struggling for breath as she lay in a coma on a bed in another room in the hospital, with tubes running into her nose and into her arms that seemed brutally bruised by too many intravenous needles. There were fewer of them than there had been before, because they were relatively useless now. The doctors and nurses had told my dad and me that her body was shutting down, its parts failing rapidly, and that soon the few breaths we heard rattling through the room would be silent.
They were right. Her battle with cancer, congestive heart failure and other ailments - especially the stroke that sent her to the hospital for the last time - would be over that Sunday night - three weeks to the day before Mother's Day that year.
The card she never got to see was still in Daytona Beach.
The blessing was that, at least by appearances, she died without apparent agony from the horrible pain she could have been feeling. She had suffered very much. After her last breath, even with the hospital paraphernalia still attached to her, her years of struggle melted away. As her spirit entered a realm free of suffering, her face expressed its relief.
My mother loved me - sometimes, I thought, too much. She never liked my living 550 miles away. I lived under the "curse" of being an only child and being "smothered with love."
She was an outspoken woman, even more so with age. You could always depend on her speaking her mind to anyone and everyone. If you didn't like it - tough! But most people, young and old, including the minister who preached at her funeral, loved her for her simplistic, down-to-earth qualities. They saw her goodness as well as her human frailties, and the minister made special note that she indeed was one of a kind.
My mother was proud of me. It wasn't that I could do no wrong, because she would always be the first to let me know that I often did. But whether she approved or disapproved, she tried to act as though she respected my feelings and decisions.
I was required to send her copies of the Daytona Times (and the Daytona Beach News-Journal, when I was a writer and editor there) so she could proudly show off my writings to her friends and neighbors.
Oh, the many things I miss about Mother! She was always there when I needed someone to talk to. In our long distance telephone conversations, she worried about me, concerned about whether I was eating right, whether I was staying out of trouble and always wanting to know when I was going to get married and give her a grandchild to dote over. Even though I had crossed the threshold of 50 at the time of her passing, I was always her "little boy."
Eleven years later, I still sometimes find it hard to accept that my mother and my best friend is gone and I can't tell her how I feel about her and let her know that she did a wonderful job in trying to raise a good son. (None of my character defects can be blamed on her.)
How I wish I could hug her tightly and talk to her now!
The purpose of this writing is simple. It's not just therapeutic. I hope it prompts each and every reader whose mother is still alive to stop and think about that special woman, to remember her and treasure her while she's here, especially on the upcoming Mother's Day.
Pay her a visit. Send a card. Send flowers. Give her a telephone call. Buy a gift. Make her feel special, because after all, she brought someone special into the world - you.
Most important, tell her you love her while she can still hear your voice. She'll feel good, and you will, too.
REMEMBERING MOTHER (Slightly re-edited)
By TONEY ATKINS
In past years, I have received a number of wonderful and inspiring phone calls and letters about what would become my annual tribute in the Daytona Times to my beautiful mother, who passed from this world on April 17, 1994.
There have been requests to repeat that tribute, at least in part, to share with those who know what it means to have lost a mother and with those who are fortunate enough to still be able to look their mothers in the eyes on Mother's Day and say, "I love you."
This year marks the 19th anniversary of my mother's death and the 19th year that I still get a little bit choked up when I pass a counter in a store stocked with Mother's Day cards - especially the giant ones, which would truly have impressed my mom, bringing joy and a smile to a woman whose laughter I will never forget.
I recently traveled back to the town in which I was born to be with my dad, who currently is going through several different health crises which threaten to take him from me, too. (He passed away on Aug. 22 (his birthday) in 2005.)
During the last few months of her life, my mother pleaded with me to get closer to my earthly father and to take care of him. He and I, indeed, have bridged a terrible gap that always seemed to be between us for far too many years, so the prayers of a loving mother were answered - and I am grateful. My dad, who took tender care of Mother during her final months, and I both still miss the woman who had a tremendous impact on both our lives.
My mother is eternal now, but in a spiritual sphere where I can't pick up the telephone and call her and tell her how concerned I am about my father and to hear her words of comfort and advice. Oh, how I miss her! Oh, how I realize how much I took her for granted! Time has increased my appreciation and love for her, but she's not here for me to tell her so.
Somewhere in my belongings is the Mother's Day card I had bought ahead of time in 1994 - the first time I had gotten one in years that was in time to send early so she would get it on or before Mother's Day, not several days or a week afterwards. "Better late than never," I always said with a laugh as I excused myself and apologized when she inevitably received it late, and she always said she forgave and thanked me profusely.
I still vividly remember the night that I walked into a dimly lit room in a Georgia hospital and looked down at the shell of my mother on the bed. She appeared to be so at peace and looked so much younger than her 74 years.
An hour earlier, she had been struggling for breath as she lay in a coma on a bed in another room in the hospital, with tubes running into her nose and into her arms that seemed brutally bruised by too many intravenous needles. There were fewer of them than there had been before, because they were relatively useless now. The doctors and nurses had told my dad and me that her body was shutting down, its parts failing rapidly, and that soon the few breaths we heard rattling through the room would be silent.
They were right. Her battle with cancer, congestive heart failure and other ailments - especially the stroke that sent her to the hospital for the last time - would be over that Sunday night - three weeks to the day before Mother's Day that year.
The card she never got to see was still in Daytona Beach.
The blessing was that, at least by appearances, she died without apparent agony from the horrible pain she could have been feeling. She had suffered very much. After her last breath, even with the hospital paraphernalia still attached to her, her years of struggle melted away. As her spirit entered a realm free of suffering, her face expressed its relief.
My mother loved me - sometimes, I thought, too much. She never liked my living 550 miles away. I lived under the "curse" of being an only child and being "smothered with love."
She was an outspoken woman, even more so with age. You could always depend on her speaking her mind to anyone and everyone. If you didn't like it - tough! But most people, young and old, including the minister who preached at her funeral, loved her for her simplistic, down-to-earth qualities. They saw her goodness as well as her human frailties, and the minister made special note that she indeed was one of a kind.
My mother was proud of me. It wasn't that I could do no wrong, because she would always be the first to let me know that I often did. But whether she approved or disapproved, she tried to act as though she respected my feelings and decisions.
I was required to send her copies of the Daytona Times (and the Daytona Beach News-Journal, when I was a writer and editor there) so she could proudly show off my writings to her friends and neighbors.
Oh, the many things I miss about Mother! She was always there when I needed someone to talk to. In our long distance telephone conversations, she worried about me, concerned about whether I was eating right, whether I was staying out of trouble and always wanting to know when I was going to get married and give her a grandchild to dote over. Even though I had crossed the threshold of 50 at the time of her passing, I was always her "little boy."
Eleven years later, I still sometimes find it hard to accept that my mother and my best friend is gone and I can't tell her how I feel about her and let her know that she did a wonderful job in trying to raise a good son. (None of my character defects can be blamed on her.)
How I wish I could hug her tightly and talk to her now!
The purpose of this writing is simple. It's not just therapeutic. I hope it prompts each and every reader whose mother is still alive to stop and think about that special woman, to remember her and treasure her while she's here, especially on the upcoming Mother's Day.
Pay her a visit. Send a card. Send flowers. Give her a telephone call. Buy a gift. Make her feel special, because after all, she brought someone special into the world - you.
Most important, tell her you love her while she can still hear your voice. She'll feel good, and you will, too.
-- This tribute by former Daytona Times Assistant Editor Toney Atkins was written and published before Mother's Day, shortly after his mother's death in 1994. Slightly edited to reflect the passage of time, it is dedicated to all mothers everywhere and to the children who love and respect them.
LATEST ON BOSTON BOMBS: CNN.com - Breaking News, U.S., World, Weather, Entertainment & Video News
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BREAKING NEWS on Boston Marathon bombs, other breaking news from CNN
BREAKING NEWS on Boston Marathon bombs, other breaking news from CNN
Man Accidentally Shoots Self During Concealed Carry Class
Man Accidentally Shoots Self During Concealed Carry Class: pA Lincoln, Nebraska man is recovering from his wounds at a local hospital after shooting himself in the leg during a class on carrying a concealed firearm. According to a local news station’s report, the gun went off when the man was placing it in a holster on his hip. The bullet lodged in his [...]/p
From ThinkProgress.org
From ThinkProgress.org
Top Bush-Era Officials Sound False Alarm Of Obama Plot To Use U.N. To Take Guns
Top Bush-Era Officials Sound False Alarm Of Obama Plot To Use U.N. To Take Guns: pTwo top Bush-era officials have joined forces to pen an article falsely warning citizens of the strict gun laws the Obama administration will put into place via ceding to the authority of the United Nations. John Yoo and John Bolton — the former Justice Department official responsible for the “Bush torture memos” and the former [...]/p
FROM THINKPROGRESS.ORG
FROM THINKPROGRESS.ORG
Monday, April 15, 2013
Texas Restaurant Sign Makes Light Of Abuse: ‘Beer Should Be Like Violence — Domestic’
Texas Restaurant Sign Makes Light Of Abuse: ‘Beer Should Be Like Violence — Domestic’: pAn organic restaurant in Houston, Texas stirred public outcry this past weekend with a marquee sign making light of domestic violence: The Houston Press reported that the sign was quickly brought to the restaurant’s attention and taken down within “10 minutes,” according to its manager, who identified himself as Kenneth. “Everyone makes mistakes. We completely [...]/p
FROM THINKPROGRESS.ORG
FROM THINKPROGRESS.ORG
Obama: Individuals Responsible For Boston Bombing ‘Will Feel The Full Weight Of Justice’
Obama: Individuals Responsible For The Boston Bombing ‘Will Feel The Full Weight Of Justice’: pPresident Obama pledged that the American government will find out who set off the twin bombs at the Boston Marathon on Monday afternoon and “hold them accountable.” Speaking at the White House press briefing room just hours after two bombs exploded in Boston, Massachusetts, Obama was careful not to characterize the attack and instead stressed [...]/p
FROM THINKPROGRESS.ORG
FROM THINKPROGRESS.ORG
Breaking News & Top Stories - World News, US & Local | NBC News
Breaking News & Top Stories - World News, US & Local | NBC News
BREAKING NEWS FROM NBCNEWS.COM (Some live coverage and videos along with text)
BREAKING NEWS FROM NBCNEWS.COM (Some live coverage and videos along with text)
CNN.com - Breaking News BOSTON MARATHON EXPLOSIONS
CNN.com - Breaking News, U.S., World, Weather, Entertainment & Video News
BREAKING NEWS: BOSTON MARATHON EXPLOSIONS KILL SEVERAL, INJURIES STILL BEING REPORTED
BREAKING NEWS: BOSTON MARATHON EXPLOSIONS KILL SEVERAL, INJURIES STILL BEING REPORTED
Jackie Robinson Starred At Chattanooga's Engel Stadium - 04/22/2007 - Chattanoogan.com
Jackie Robinson Starred At Chattanooga's Engel Stadium - 04/22/2007 - Chattanoogan.com
Posted from Chattanoogan.com
Historical note: This story from The Chattanoogan.com and the Chattanooga Times deals with the time that Jackie Robinson played at Chattanooga, TN's Engel Stadium early in his baseball career. Robinson also played in Daytona Beach, FL, my other hometown. The movie dramatizing Robinson's story, titled "42," opened nationwide Friday and was the weekend's No. 1 film. Portions of it were filmed in Chattanooga, using local residents as extras. -- Toney Atkins
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Republicans Unanimously Approve Anti-Marriage Equality Resolution Without Debate
Republicans Unanimously Approve Anti-Marriage Equality Resolution Without Debate: pAt a retreat in Hollywood, California on Thursday, the Republican National Committee caved to pressure from social conservatives and unanimously approved a number of resolutions without any debate, including one opposing same-sex marriage. As ThinkProgress reported Wednesday, this resolution is based entirely on debunked junk science and assumptions that heterosexual relationships are objectively superior to [...]/p
From ThinkProgress.org
LOW T? WHAT IS IT, AND DO TESTOSTERONE SUPPLEMENTS WORK?
http://www.howlifeworks.com/Article.aspx?Cat_URL=health_beauty&AG_URL=How_to_Quickly_Boost_Your_Testosterone_for_Increased_Performance_441&AG_ID=1275&cid=7030ag_1302000921
What Happens When You Take a Testosterone Supplement? | How Life Works
Toney Atkins comments: These days, many men, including myself, have seen a lot of advertising for testosterone supplements and wondered if and what kind of benefit might be expected from such supplements and if they are safe. The above article, although it leads into an advertisement for testosterone, gives some important information about the product's potential. Men might want to Bing or Google 'testosterone" to get more information, and your doctor may give you the real nitty-gritty and determine if your current health makes it safe in conjunction with other medications and such. My doctor, who unfortunately doesn't have time to discuss even some of the major problems bothering me, essentially declined a test for Low-T for me. Perhaps my advancing age had something to do with it, but I am still curious. It's not just a sex thing. It has something to do with reviving some masculine confidence, increasing energy and fighting fatigue. Read all the information you can and make your decision. Life is too short not to get all the wonderful health benefits that adds to quality of life.
If any of you men have tried one of these testosterone products or a prescribed treatment from your doctor, please let me know how it impacted your life and whether you would recommend it to others. I would definitely like to know your age, but I can assure you that your name will NOT be used without your permission in any followup report. Thank you.
Email me at toneyatkins@gmail.com, toneyatkins@toneyatkins.com or toneyatkins@yahoo.com .
7orbetter, a new dating website, features men with large penises
7orbetter, a new dating website, features men with large penises
Toney Atkins comments: And the ladies say I don't provide enough links for them. Here's one, from MSN NOW. (7orbetter refused my photo. The site informed me that it did not want large bellies. My feelings are hurt, but I suppose new glasses might help in order to read the directions. The dating site obviously doesn't want their visitors to have to use binoculars.)
Toney Atkins comments: And the ladies say I don't provide enough links for them. Here's one, from MSN NOW. (7orbetter refused my photo. The site informed me that it did not want large bellies. My feelings are hurt, but I suppose new glasses might help in order to read the directions. The dating site obviously doesn't want their visitors to have to use binoculars.)
Investigation Reveals Rust And Mold In Facilities That Prepare Pharmaceuticals
Investigation Reveals Rust And Mold In Facilities That Prepare Pharmaceuticals: pAt the end of last year, a horrific meningitis outbreak prompted the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to begin investigating compounding pharmacies, facilities at which batches of pharmaceuticals are prepared. On Thursday, a report showed that the FDA had found nearly all of the facilities it inspected were in violation of safety standards: The FDA [...]/p
From ThinkProgress.org
Michigan Democrats Introduce Bill To Increase Minimum Wage To $10 An Hour
Michigan Democrats Introduce Bill To Increase Minimum Wage To $10 An Hour: pMichigan workers were dealt a staggering blow last year when Gov. Rick Snyder (R) signed a so-called “right to work” law to gut unions. Democratic lawmakers introduced legislation on Friday that may help combat the negative effects of that law by raising the minimum wage from $7.40 to $10 an hour. Minimum wage in the [...]/p
From ThinkProgress.org
Saturday, April 13, 2013
Republicans Unanimously Approve Anti-Marriage Equality Resolution Without Debate
Republicans Unanimously Approve Anti-Marriage Equality Resolution Without Debate: pAt a retreat in Hollywood, California on Thursday, the Republican National Committee caved to pressure from social conservatives and unanimously approved a number of resolutions without any debate, including one opposing same-sex marriage. As ThinkProgress reported Wednesday, this resolution is based entirely on debunked junk science and assumptions that heterosexual relationships are objectively superior to [...]/p
What Actually Happened To That Same-Sex Couple In The Missouri Hospital
What Actually Happened To That Same-Sex Couple In The Missouri Hospital: pThere has been a lot of speculation as to what actually transpired when Roger Gorley was arrested away from his husband Allen’s bedside in a Missouri hospital earlier this week. Despite the fact Roger and Allen have granted each other power of attorney for medical decisions, the Research Medical Center claimed that Roger was “disruptive [...]/p
FROM THINKPROGRESS.ORG
Friday, April 12, 2013
WARNING: CNN REPORT ON ABORTION DOC IS GRISLY, SHOCKING
Science Seat: Where morals come from – Light Years - CNN.com Blogs
Science Seat: Where morals come from – Light Years - CNN.com Blogs
Toney Atkins comments: Interesting view of morality from CNN Blogs.
National Grilled Cheese Day means a huge sandwich for Hudson Common in New York
National Grilled Cheese Day means a huge sandwich for Hudson Common in New York
Toney Atkins comments: Something I didn't know: One of my favorite sandwiches has a day! Now I'm hungry.
Steve Stockman sticker says 'If babies had guns they wouldn't be aborted'
Steve Stockman sticker says 'If babies had guns they wouldn't be aborted'
Toney Atkins comments: Can you imagine the mother's pain as her baby is born carrying a military style weapon? I'll bet the delivery room would empty out quickly. Name that kid Rambo! (The mother might scream at hubby, "I told you to leave that holster on," to which hubby might reply, "I didn't know that gun was loaded." I know. Boo. Hiss.
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Internet Activists Seek Justice For Alleged Teen Gang-Rape Victim Rehtaeh Parsons
Internet Activists Seek Justice For Alleged Teen Gang-Rape Victim Rehtaeh Parsons: pInternet activists are demanding action on the tragic case of alleged teen gang-rape victim Rehtaeh Parsons, with hactivist collective Anonymous organizing around the hashtag #OpJustice4Rehtaeh. The news of Parsons’ suicide following a battle with depression her mother alleges stemmed from a gang-rape by four boys, seventeen months of victim-blaming bullying, pictures of the assault being shared [...]/p
From ThinkProgress.org
Grassley Proposes Eliminating 3 Seats On Powerful Court To Keep Obama From Filling Them
Grassley Proposes Eliminating 3 Seats On Powerful Court To Keep Obama From Filling Them: pAs ThinkProgress has previously explained, the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit is the second most powerful court in the country. It’s also a bastion of right-wing jurisprudence thanks in no small part to Senate Republican filibusters. Two George W. Bush appointees on this court recently struck down clean air [...]/p
From ThinkProgress.org
How Panda Express, Taco Bell, And McDonalds Rebrand Food As ‘Healthy’ Without Changing Much
How Panda Express, Taco Bell, And McDonalds Rebrand Food As ‘Healthy’ Without Changing Much: pAs a growing number of Americans cite obesity as the most urgent health problem facing the country, the food industry is looking for a way to profit. Despite playing a critical role in enabling America’s obesity epidemic, fast food chains have recently announced attempts to make their product seem healthier — a number of new [...]/p
From ThinkProgress.org
In Just Three Months, States Proposed An Astonishing 694 Provisions About Reproduction
In Just Three Months, States Proposed An Astonishing 694 Provisions About Reproduction: pIn the first quarter of 2013, states have proposed 694 provisions related to a woman’s body, how she gets pregnant, or how she chooses to end that pregnancy. A new report released on Thursday by the Guttmacher Institute takes a comprehensive look at how the War on Women has continued past the election cycle and [...]/p
From ThinkProgress.org
Your Essential Guide To The Background Check Debate
Your Essential Guide To The Background Check Debate: pOn Thursday, the senate will take-up a comprehensive gun bill that seeks to expand the background check system, enhance penalties for gun trafficking, and invest in school safety. The action will represent the first Congressional debate about firearm safety since the shooting in Newtown, Connecticut. The vote to proceed to the measure will come just [...]/p
From ThinkProgress.org
Missouri Man Arrested For Refusing To Leave His Husband’s Hospital Bedside [UPDATED]
Missouri Man Arrested For Refusing To Leave His Husband’s Hospital Bedside [UPDATED]: pIf ever there were a perfect example of how basic legal contracts are an inferior alternative to the benefits of marriage for same-sex couples, this heartbreaking story is it. Missouri resident Roger Gorley was staying by the hospital bedside of his partner Allen, with whom he’s been in a civil union for nearly five years [...]/p
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STORMS, REPOSTED IMPORTANT AS OF APRIL 11
CHATTANOOGA,TN SEVERE WEATHER WATCH FROM WRCB:
http://www.wrcbtv.com/story/21939925/strong-storms-late-today
ACCUWEATHER RADAR FOR SOUTHEAST: http://www.accuweather.com/en/us/fort-oglethorpe-ga/30742/weather-radar/2140415
http://www.weather.com/weather/map/classic/USGA0222
Weather Channel radar for Georgia, Alabama and Tennessee. As of 4 p.m., forecasters calling for strong to severe thunderstorms, with a possibility of a tornado. APRIL 11, 2013
http://www.wrcbtv.com/story/21939925/strong-storms-late-today
ACCUWEATHER RADAR FOR SOUTHEAST: http://www.accuweather.com/en/us/fort-oglethorpe-ga/30742/weather-radar/2140415
http://www.weather.com/weather/map/classic/USGA0222
Weather Channel radar for Georgia, Alabama and Tennessee. As of 4 p.m., forecasters calling for strong to severe thunderstorms, with a possibility of a tornado. APRIL 11, 2013
SEVERE WEATHER, SOUTHEAST APRIL 11 RADARS, SOME TORNADO WATCHES
CHATTANOOGA,TN SEVERE WEATHER WATCH FROM WRCB:
http://www.wrcbtv.com/story/21939925/strong-storms-late-today
ACCUWEATHER RADAR FOR SOUTHEAST: http://www.accuweather.com/en/us/fort-oglethorpe-ga/30742/weather-radar/2140415
http://www.weather.com/weather/map/classic/USGA0222
Weather Channel radar for Georgia, Alabama and Tennessee. As of 4 p.m., forecasters calling for strong to severe thunderstorms, with a possibility of a tornado. APRIL 11, 2013
SEVERE WEATHER NEWS, RADAR FOR SOUTHEAST, APRIL 11, 2013
RADAR AND NEWS ABOUT POTENTIALLY SERIOUS STORMS ACROSS SOUTHEAST. COME BACK TO THIS LINK FOR UPDATES:
http://www.accuweather.com/en/us/fort-oglethorpe-ga/30742/weather-forecast/2140415?partner=netweather&unit=f
http://www.accuweather.com/en/us/fort-oglethorpe-ga/30742/weather-forecast/2140415?partner=netweather&unit=f
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
They Deserve A Vote
They Deserve A Vote: pSenate Extremists Try to Block Gun Violence Prevention Bill In the fight against gun violence, there’s good news this week and some bad news this week. We’ll start with the good news: As of yesterday, at least 12 Republican senators agreed that the Senate should take up a gun violence prevention bill and vote on [...]/p
The above link is from ThinkProgress.org
How The Mainstream Media Exploits ‘Science’ To Reinforce Gender Stereotypes
How The Mainstream Media Exploits ‘Science’ To Reinforce Gender Stereotypes: pOn Tuesday, mainstream news outlets covered the results from a small survey in Australia that polled just over 100 women about their sexual preferences. One headline atop an NBC story proclaimed, “Science proves women like men with bigger penises.” The reporter includes a few other examples of studies that have reached the same conclusions about [...]/p
The link is from ThinkProgress.org
Toney Atkins comments: Is that why women have always loved me?
Five Ways Rand Paul Whitesplained Politics At Howard University
Five Ways Rand Paul Whitesplained Politics At Howard University: pOn Wednesday morning, Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) gave an address at the historically-black Howard University designed to convince black voters to support Republicans. While some of his remarks, most notably on harsh drug laws and other civil liberties issues, were well-received, the majority of the speech consisted in Paul condescendingly explaining American racial history to [...]/p
From ThinkProgress.org
From ThinkProgress.org
What You Need To Know About President Obama’s New Budget
What You Need To Know About President Obama’s New Budget: pPresident Obama will today release a sweeping budget proposal that is aimed at reaching a grand bargain with House and Senate Republicans on the nation’s long-term debt and deficits. The budget, as expected from reports last week, largely mirrors the compromise offer Obama made to Republican leaders during fiscal cliff negotiations at the beginning of [...]/p
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In Blow To NRA, Senators Reach Bipartisan Agreement Expanding Background Checks
In Blow To NRA, Senators Reach Bipartisan Agreement Expanding Background Checks: pA bipartisan duo of senators with A ratings from the National Rifle Associated have reached a deal to expand background checks to private gun purchases that occur in commercial settings. Sens. Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Pat Toomey (R-PA) will announce the details of the plan during a press conference Wednesday morning. Currently, only federally licensed [...]/p
Above link from ThinkProgress.org
What You Need To Know About President Obama’s New Budget
What You Need To Know About President Obama’s New Budget: pPresident Obama will today release a sweeping budget proposal that is aimed at reaching a grand bargain with House and Senate Republicans on the nation’s long-term debt and deficits. The budget, as expected from reports last week, largely mirrors the compromise offer Obama made to Republican leaders during fiscal cliff negotiations at the beginning of [...]/p
Above link to full story at ThinkProgress.org
Top Republican: Conservatives Are Too Scared To Debate Popular Gun Safety Bill
Top Republican: Conservatives Are Too Scared To Debate Popular Gun Safety Bill: pSen. Johnny Isakson (R-GA) joined the growing chorus of lawmakers calling for conservative to allow a vote on gun safety legislation, telling CBS’ This Morning on Tuesday, “we have not seen the final draft of the legislation that was produced…I think it deserves an vote up or down.” But 14 Republicans — including Senate Minority [...]/p
Above link from ThinkProgress.org
Tuesday, April 09, 2013
SPORTS: FINAL FOUR WINNERS
Check out the Final Four revamp at:
http://collegebasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/
From NBC News/Sports
http://collegebasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/
From NBC News/Sports
GUY NEWS: Penis size affects attractiveness, study says
Penis size affects attractiveness, study says
Above from MSN Now.
Toney Atkins comments: How about belly size? Otherwise, no comment.
Cancer clinics turning away Medicare patients due to sequester
Cancer clinics turning away Medicare patients due to sequester (from MSN Now)
Toney Atkins comments: Republican lawmakers in Washington should be delighted to read that MSN Now link. The only folks they want to keep healthy are themselves, the rich and the bank accounts of the rich. Laws for the common man, the poor and the needy? Republicans don't care about people, or at least, their record in recent years doesn't show it. They had rather filibuster in their cowardice than show their true colors by actually letting their constituents know how they vote. How will they resolve the problems caused by the sequester? Don't hold your breath -- but, then again, some of them would probably like to see you turn blue so you would be one less poor, sick citizen they wouldn't have to care about. And some of you Democratic representatives and senators? You're not much better. When are all of you going to prove that you seriously care about the people who comprise the United States?
WILL THERE BE MARIJUANA IN HEAVEN?
Legal pot sales will quadruple by 2018, experts say
Legal pot sales will quadruple by 2018, experts say (Posted from MSN Now)
Toney Atkins comments: Legalization of pot cannot happen soon enough for me. Of course, I'll probably be dead by then. To borrow from an old Larry Gatlin song, "Will There Be (Marijuana) in Heaven, sweet Jesus? If there's not, I don't want to go." On second and third thoughts, I could live in heaven without pot. Spiritual buzzes are the best anyway!
Legal pot sales will quadruple by 2018, experts say (Posted from MSN Now)
Toney Atkins comments: Legalization of pot cannot happen soon enough for me. Of course, I'll probably be dead by then. To borrow from an old Larry Gatlin song, "Will There Be (Marijuana) in Heaven, sweet Jesus? If there's not, I don't want to go." On second and third thoughts, I could live in heaven without pot. Spiritual buzzes are the best anyway!
Monday, April 08, 2013
REFLECTING ON THE PASSING OF MY FIRST LOVE: ANNETTE
Disney child star Annette Funicello dies at age 70
From NBCNews.com
Toney Atkins writes: I am in shock and mourning with the news of Annette Funicello's passing. Annette was my first dream girl, my first fantasy girlfriend, the girl who made me realize in my early adolescence that I indeed was becoming a man. She changed the whole meaning of the "Mickey Mouse Club" for me, and my eyes were to become glued whenever she graced the television screen. That time of day was ours, and I loved it. Annette was the perfect representative of peaches and cream innocence accompanying an unmatched physical beauty. When her name was on the marquee for a Walt Disney movie, I would scramble to be first in line to buy a ticket, and the dates who accompanied me had no knowledge that my heart belonged not to them, but to Annette. Later, I would follow her into those ridiculously silly "Beach Party" movies, in which the idiotic plots didn't matter. Annette was there. She might not have had the greatest singing voice, but could have been the star of my karaoke shows in later years, with no doubt in my mind. Annette Funicello, you made my young life richer and bring warm, beautiful memories as I go into my golden years. M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E, I sing, dedicating it with love to you, Annette.
Remembrance also posted at http://toneyatkinstheworldaroundme.blogspot.com/2013/04/annette-my-first-love-passes-awaytoney.html .
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My Way News - Freezing weather wipes out German flea circus
My Way News - Freezing weather wipes out German flea circus
Toney Atkins: From our 'tragedies you may have missed" department. The link is to MyWayNews/Associated Press
Severe Weather Outbreak Ahead - weather.com
Severe Weather Outbreak Ahead - weather.com
Toney Atkins writes: BATTEN DOWN THE HATCHES! Folks in the Southeast, especially in my area, are still recovering from April 27, 2011 tornado outbreak that did a lot of damage. Details, story, pics at link on www.toneyatkins.com/ .
Toney Atkins writes: BATTEN DOWN THE HATCHES! Folks in the Southeast, especially in my area, are still recovering from April 27, 2011 tornado outbreak that did a lot of damage. Details, story, pics at link on www.toneyatkins.com/ .
2013 ACM Awards: Winners | MSN Music
2013 ACM Awards: Winners | MSN Music
Toney Atkins opines: Country music rocks!
LISTEN TO TONEY'S CUSTOM COUNTRY STATION ON SLACKER AT
http://slacker.com/r/Kbbnq
Sunday, April 07, 2013
Don’t panic over new bird flu outbreak, CDC cautions
Don’t panic over new bird flu outbreak, CDC cautions
Toney Atkins comments: What? Me, a hypochondriac, worry?
Administration confirms NASA plan: Grab an asteroid, then focus on Mars - Cosmic Log
Administration confirms NASA plan: Grab an asteroid, then focus on Mars - Cosmic Log
From NBC News.com
Toney Atkins comments: This I want to see.
Saturday, April 06, 2013
Obama apologizes to Kamala Harris for 'best-looking attorney general' comment - TODAY News
Obama apologizes to Kamala Harris for 'best-looking attorney general' comment - TODAY News
Above link from NBCNews.com
Toney Atkins comments: Oh, come on, America! How tiny have our brains become that many get all out of shape because the president observed that a woman is "good looking"? Based on all of the idiotic, unnecessary news coverage of the comment, you would think that North Korea does not have missiles aimed at Americans in the Pacific, that we do not have politicians in office who have fought nearly every job creation or exonomic improvement suggestion offered by the president, that guns do notcontinue to kill more and more citizens of this country every day or that many white people do not still hate blacks and don't really resent the fact that the president is black. I believe most women are lovely and I used that word many times to introduce ladies participating in my karaoke shows when I was DJing part-time. Most of them seemed to appreciate the genuine compliment and none of them complained. The president has described other women and men as "good looking" and there was no uproar or complaint from those who were complimented. Have we gotten so small in our thinking that such an innocent and truthful comment can cause us to make this a major news story, or is it just that our blatant racism and sexism has finally come out of the closet for all to see?
Friday, April 05, 2013
Obama's Social Security Cut Proposal Sparks Backlash, Threats Of Primary Contests
Obama's Social Security Cut Proposal Sparks Backlash, Threats Of Primary Contests
Above link posted from the Huffington Post
Toney Atkins comments: WHAT????!!!!!!!!!!!! Now I'm pissed at nearly everyone in Washington. I urge readers to vote against ANYONE, Republican or Democrat or Independent who votes to cut Social Security, Medicare or Medicaid. Most of us paid insurance to have these benefits in what were once called our "golden years." I'm feeling sort of rusty today. Shame on you, President Obama, for appearing to cave in to your opponents.
Second Texas man charged with making 'terroristic threat' after DA's killing - U.S. News
Second Texas man charged with making 'terroristic threat' after DA's killing - U.S. News
Above link posted from NBCNews.com.
FOR BREAKING NEWS ON THIS AND OTHER IMPORTANT WORLD AND NATIONAL EVENTS AND ISSUES, CLICK http://www.nbcnews.com/ .
Thursday, April 04, 2013
FDA warns about erectile dysfunction supplements
FDA warns about erectile dysfunction supplements
Posted from MSN Now
Toney Atkins comments: Hard news and, seriously, important for a man's health.
Patti Burke sees God in her Goldfish cracker
Patti Burke sees God in her Goldfish cracker
From Huffington Post/MSN Now
Toney Atkins comments: No comment.
What happens if North Korea gets out of hand? Here are some scenarios
What happens if North Korea gets out of hand? Here are some scenarios
Posted from NBCNews.com, 5:05 a.m. April 4
Wednesday, April 03, 2013
Congressman Links Popular Gun Safety Measure To Bestiality
Congressman Links Popular Gun Safety Measure To Bestiality: pRep. Louie Gohmert (R-TX) often offers creative explanations for his positions — for example, he opposes protecting LGBT people from employment discrimination because such protections are part of a “war on religion.” During a conference call interview today with noted homophobe Rick Scarborough about his new organization, Tea Party Unity, Gohmert explained that he opposes [...]/p
From ThinkProgress.org
Tuesday, April 02, 2013
Faint 'Red Arcs' Spotted Over Europe - Yahoo! News
Faint 'Red Arcs' Spotted Over Europe - Yahoo! News
Posted from Yahoo News
Toney Atkins comments: They're coming to take us away, ho, ho.
Monday, April 01, 2013
Tennessee Advances Legislation That Would Tie Welfare To Children’s Grades
Tennessee Advances Legislation That Would Tie Welfare To Children’s Grades: pTwo Tennessee lawmakers introduced legislation that would tie welfare assistance under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program to the educational performance of students who benefit from it, and the legislation was approved by committees in both the state House and Senate last week. Under the legislation brought by two Republicans, a student who doesn’t [...]/p
From ThinkProgress.org
Toney Atkins comments: Stupid, ridiculous, typical of Republicans who don't give a damn about the average citizen and the poor and needy. I pray that some day, these "leaders" will suffer hardship in their lives and need help from others. Republicans who claim to be Christian continue to baffle me.
Racial Supremacy Gangs -- Gangs and Security Threat Group Awareness
HOMEGROWN TERRORISTS: THEY'RE NOT MUSLIMS OR U.S. ENEMIES OVERSEAS. THEY ARE HERE, AND YOUR NEIGHBOR COULD BE A MEMBER. -- Toney Atkins
The following is a chilling post I found, parts of which are specifically related to Florida and the South:
Racial Supremacy Gangs -- Gangs and Security Threat Group Awareness
The following is a chilling post I found, parts of which are specifically related to Florida and the South:
Racial Supremacy Gangs -- Gangs and Security Threat Group Awareness
White supremacist group suspected in killing of Texas prosecutor - chicagotribune.com
HATE GROUPS: TERRORISTS WHO ARE HOMEGROWN
Check out news from ChicagoTribune.com:
White supremacist group suspected in killing of Texas prosecutor - chicagotribune.com
History.com — History Made Every Day — American & World History
History.com — History Made Every Day — American & World History
Miss an episode of "The Bible" or "Vikings"? Check out the above link.
Toney Atkins comments: I kept feeling that I was watching a Reader's Digest-style version of the Bible and occasionally had trouble keeping up with some of the Old Testament characters. They weren't around long enough to work up emotional attachments. However, the acting was adequate and many of the visual effects were awesome. If I were grading the entire show, I would have to give a B-plus to the Old Testament episodes but a hard A once the New Testament kicked in and Jesus appeared on the scene. More spirit seemed to fill the concluding chapters, with fine, believable acting and more of the message coming through. Dramatic special effects added to the emotional tribulations of Jesus, His human death on the cross, and the wonder of His Resurrection. The DVD and Blu-Ray versions of the majestic production, minus commercials for Viagra, rum and other distractions in the televised version, will be available for sale or rent (in some places) on Tuesday, April 2, 2013. Highly recommended for church and home audiences.
Which State is the Saddest? - weather.com
Which State is the Saddest? - weather.com
Toney Atkins writes: I'm sad right where I am in northwest Georgia, but I would be oh so happy if a wonderful rich person would front me a couple of weeks in Hawaii. I've always wanted to visit the Hawaiian Islands, but the right numbers never come in when I buy lottery tickets. I'm just 70, so I'm not giving up on my dream. Aloha!
Meet The NRA’s New Best Friends: Iran, North Korea, and Syria
Meet The NRA’s New Best Friends: Iran, North Korea, and Syria: pModel international actors Iran and North Korea came together to block the adoption of a treaty regulating the $70 billion dollar arms trade at the United Nations on Thursday, no doubt endearing them to the National Rifle Association. The Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) has been in negotiations for the past two weeks, the second attempt [...]/p
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