Monthly Archives: August 2011

Wrinkle It

Posted on August 31, 2011 by squathole

If this shock to the nation’s economic engine doesn’t cause a double-dip recession, nothing will. The porn industry in California has been plunged into a serious crisis after one actor tested HIV positive. Some companies have suspended production, while there … Continue reading →

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Key Trek

Posted on August 25, 2011 by squathole

‘Way back in June, Guido and I made reservations in Key West for the upcoming weekend to celebrate our anniversary.  Ten years of happy marriage!  Ten out of 23 ain’t bad. For three months there was little doubt we’d make … Continue reading →

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Bleeding Knit Pickers

Posted on August 24, 2011 by squathole

Today, two weeks after surgery to remove two gigundo cancerous growths from my right shin, I get my stitches removed.  It’s a regular coming-out party. Guido and I report promptly to the doctor’s chambers at 8:00 AM. The waiting room … Continue reading →

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Placentophagia

Posted on August 23, 2011 by squathole

Here’s one that somehow escaped the foodie blogs….. More mothers are turning to a healthy diet after giving birth, including fruit, veggies… and a nice plate of placenta. As in, their own. Before losing your appetite, consider that placentas contain … Continue reading →

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PETA Porn!

Posted on August 22, 2011 by squathole

Beastly news. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals reportedly plans to launch a porn site. The website, at peta.xxx, will be “a pornography site that draws attention to the plight of animals”, according to Reuters, which cited a spokesperson. … Continue reading →

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Thoughts for Your Prayer Breakfast

Posted on August 20, 2011 by squathole

“North Korea and evangelical empires have the same principle of leadership: nepotism to the nth degree. You may not get the call, but you inherit the mailing list.” — Frank Schaeffer, on why he abandoned a lucrative career in his … Continue reading →

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Savior From the Loon Star State

Posted on August 19, 2011 by squathole

Comparisons of  Rick Perry to Monkey Boy don’t do justice to the entertainment value the present Governor and presidential hopeful offers.  If you like Palin, you’ll LOVE Perry. On Thursday, campaigning in Portsmouth, NH he said to a young boy … Continue reading →

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A Monthly Teachable Moment

Posted on August 18, 2011 by squathole

NEW DELHI — India’s leading anti-corruption campaigner prepared to leave prison after winning an assurance from the government on Thursday that he could continue his widely watched hunger strike and burgeoning protest against official graft at a park in central … Continue reading →

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One Single Cell, One Fatal Problem

Posted on August 17, 2011 by squathole

Note:  See Update at the end of this post A dangerous amoeba that thrives in warm, freshwater bodies in the heat of summer caused the recent death of a 16-year-old Central Florida girl, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control confirmed … Continue reading →

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Starbucks’ Chief Drinks the Kool-Aid

Posted on August 16, 2011 by squathole

I just figured it out — “CEO” stands for Caffeinated Executive Outburst.” Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz is pleading to other corporate execs to stop contributing to political campaigns until the president and Congress come up with a realistic way to … Continue reading →

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