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  • johnman
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    think i like yer plan
    i have always considered hate to be a waste of energy, anyway...couldn't we use that energy to power my cd player?...oh yeah...and the fridge....jus' for my beer ya unnerstan. cuz, ya know....ain't no time to hate
  • starsleeper
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    I vote for a Planet of Love
    Are we just delaying the inevitable? Has the beast gotten out of control? How long can a system based on mass consumption at the expense of the environment we depend on and were given for free go on? As long as people hate each other we'll be in a world of hurt. Do you believe in miracles? Everything's gonna be all-right,someday.
  • johnman
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    i too am no fan of our president
    but he was duly elected by a majority of the people, as close as the election actually was. i am concerned how ever about what appears on the surface. apparently the government now controls most banking, most of the auto industry and soon, possibly, health care. i am all for comprehensive health for all citizens but at what price?...i'm still adhering to my "wait and see" philosophy, hoping taxes won't be raised...i can't afford it.
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    Ted: Obama is no savior
    While I admire Barak Obama for his great skill in oratory (certainly the best speech maker since Lincoln), I think it would be unfortunate to see him as some kind of savior. Yes, yes and yes he is moving forward in some important areas such as health care but when crunch time came on the economy he chose to bail out AIG and investment banks 100 cents on the dollar rather than to cut some type of deal. 32 billion will be paid out to executives in the largest banks for bonuses this year. He has sent more than 20,000 more troops to Afghanistan where there is no clear route to "victory". Iraq remains problematic. This year is the dealiest for US forces of the entire war. It is clearly business as usual for our country with a few flourishes in such areas as health care and the green economy. It is indeed unfortunate to see how the great unwashed and eneducated masses can be whipped up into a foaming-at-the-mouth hysteria regarding all things Barak by these moping maggots of mendacity, but it is only economic fear and racism that is driving them. ~ The rich man in his summer home saying just leave well enough alone ~
  • Mr. Pid
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    Naive?
    I'm not sure that's the right way to describe it. Perhaps overly optimistic? Facts and information are only required to form an informed opinion. There are no rules prohibiting uninformed opinions or their dissemination. It is up to each individual to bother to inform themselves. And that's probably for the best in the end. I certainly wouldn't want to be subjected to a regime where only "official" opinions were allowed. Conversation is always more interesting than recitation, so speak your mind and not someone else's.
  • TigerLilly
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    Just now saw my jet-lagged typo. Meant to type " even if parents DISaggree". Thanks Ted! I certainly heard plenty of illogical disrespect while I was over there! For example it is impossible that Obama has "ruined" the country in his 9 months in office-and I heard that statement a couple of times. Am I utterly naive, or are not facts and information required to be able to form an opinion? ********************************** Education: that which reveals to the wise, and conceals from the stupid, the vast limits of their knowledge. Mark Twain
  • Gr8fulTed
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    Free speech and obstruction
    Good morning Tiger Lilly from deep in the heart of the USA, in red state Kansas. In November of 2008, US voters gave a majority of votes to Barack Obama indicating acceptance of a need for change here in America. Finally, a return to honesty, a cleaner environment, alternative energy prospects and access to health care for all! A very noble and ambitious agenda, indeed.As you've seen and heard, there is a voice of discontent bent on disabling President Obama's agenda to bring about change. Rather than working with the Democratic majority in Congress, the Republicans have chosen not to cooperate, nor contribute, to any successful endeavor. At risk are millions of people without health insurance, including my 2 young adult sons and their lady friends. Fueling this obstruction is a right-wing attack machine using the various media to discredit and weave fabrications to derail any effort to bring progress to this country. Too many people listen to the likes of Rush Limbaugh, Sean Hannity, Pat Robertson and Glenn Beck. These few have been able to bring disrespect and discord, daily, to the American public, many of whom actually indicate belief that Obama may be forcing some evil socialist agenda upon us. It's very discouraging to see this negativity receiving so much attention, rather than focusing on the real needs of the American people. It is therefore difficult for the Obama administration to rise above this wave of negativity and to maintain a positive structured approach to bringing about any change. Next year we'll have a congressional election where new candidates will be elected and, hopefully, many of the non-productive obstructionists will be booted out!
  • TigerLilly
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    Can someone please explain?
    When I was in the States, I was reading the newspaper articles about parents objecting to Obama speaking to schoolchildren. What is wrong with this plan? Even if parents agree with Obama's political agenda, is it not a perfect platform for home discussion? It is incomprehensible to me that there are parents over there who would not want their children to hear what their president has to say.********************************** Education: that which reveals to the wise, and conceals from the stupid, the vast limits of their knowledge. Mark Twain
  • gratefaldean
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    The 9's
    Just a couple of hours on the East Coast before we hit 09:09:09 am EDT on 09/09/09. Since today seems to be Beatles day, I'd crank up a short playlist including: One after 909 Revolution #9 #9 Dream Cloud 9 But I'm at work, will be in a meeting, so that just won't happen.
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    Same here...
    Every time I try to upload a pic it comes up a question mark, it takes me like 10 times to finally be able to pre view it then post :( Can someone help us here please :)
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continuing the free-form from where we left it...
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so glad for you Gmom!
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So happy to hear you had a good time. 24, possibly the theory that if you immerse yourself in as many years of magical music then you become one with it. Just a possibility. Happy for you,
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Very cool of gratefulmom to share her life with us the way she has recently. I'm touched by her openness and wish her and her family all this psychedelic universe has to offer (and then some mooOO0000OOOO000oooore ~ ; - ) "You know what the trouble about real life is? There's no danger music."
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quick pop in here, in Nagoya airport on the way to lands farther and further away. love and peace.
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Yes, thanks grateful mom, we are too grateful. CC, be safe and know lots of us here are with you in spirit. Thanks to you both for the love you give and the love you share. peace,pk
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I am the only 'user' online now so I get to make a special wish. OK.... I made it but I can't tell anyone what it is or it won't come true :-)
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Ok so I'm sitting on the beach in Sea Isle City NJ today and went to eat a pretzel and out of nowhere a sea gull came from behind swooped down on my head reached around my face and stole the pretzel right out of my mouth...omg it scared the shit out of me, my friend said it had my hair in a mess in 1 second flat, it happened so fast I was in shock...hehe those nasty seagulls suck!!!At least it didn't shit on me :)
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but did you get another pretzel? My sister-in-law's black lab, Elvis, once stole a perfectly prepared bratwurst for which I'd been patiently waiting all day. I had set it on an ottoman in front of me, was seating myself and then he snatched it! The worst part is he looked directly at me while he ate it - kinda like when the opposing team's player hits a home run and then poses at home plate. For seeking retribution: view Caddyshack. Bill Murray was trying to do away with gophers, but I'm sure some of his tactics could apply to seagull disposal. "Where does the time go?"
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Mean seagulls do suck, but a little harder to ignore. Yeeeouch! talk about in your face! Bill may be able to help.....maybe.
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my uncle had an irish setter that devoured our thanksgiving turkey one year. that was awesome. hmmmm...animals need to eat, too - go figure! | Wait until the veil is shredded, then reveal it |
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Just like in the movie The Christmas Story...hehe
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I was watering some young Colorado Blue Spruce trees yesterday and startled a large bird of prey, a Marsh Hawk, watching him wing off to the west. I walked over to where he went aloft and found a young rabbit with a hole in his side, just above the forearm, minus the heart!
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Jersey gulls seem to be getting more and more aggressive these days. Reminds me of when I was a kid on vacation in NC. My brother and I were sitting on the beach and a seagull flew by and shit on his shoulder. My father was standing there, points at him and starts laughing hysterically. I look at my dad thinking thats not funny, thats disgusting. All of a sudden here comes another one and it shits right on top of my dads head. Now he's not laughing anymore, but I'm doubled over cause NOW its funny. They didn't get me but I was already taking cover.Lessons learned: #1 Don't laugh when someone gets shit on by a gull. If it hears you it will target you next. #2 DON'T FEED THE SEAGULLS. You are just giving them ammunition. (unless you enjoy being shit on). : )
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i think you should be able to get an original vinyl edition of the "Big Bamboo"in a record shop nearby you.peace
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impossible rider, tommy is posing as a bike mechanic at the shop i've been going to for my wheels, i swear it's him or a clone.... hey dude, do you need this part???(gotta say it sounding like tommy), cracks me up, i'm gonna try to get a circle going next visit : )
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Right on, iknowurider! Tommy Chong spent 9 months in a federal prison for his role in selling water pipes and bongs, via the internet. Blackmailed by US Attorney, Mary Beth Buchanan (Gestapo appointee of Herr Bush) Tommy's case was never heard in a real court of law because Buchanan threatened to prosecute his family members (son and wife) unless he accepted the government's terms, who were also part of his bong business. Tommy's house was raided and ransacked by federal goon agents that (imo) should have had other business than shaking down a peaceful head like Chong. This was the pivotal case that sent me away from the Republican Party and back into Never-Ever Land (politically). Good luck on your reunion tour, guys! I hope to catch a show myself. "You know what the trouble about real life is? There's no danger music."
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Buddy Plant I haven't seen him on in a long time...anyone know?Miss u Bud!!
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Show: 1572 • 07/30/2008 House of Blues, Atlantic City, NJ Setlist: 4/3/88 - Civic Center, Hartford, CT Set 1: Promised Land> Greatest Story> Althea, Little Red Rooster, Cold Rain & Snow, Memphis Blues, Box of Rain, Don't Ease Me In Set 2: Playin in the Band> Crazy Fingers> Franklin's Tower> Women Are Smarter> Drums> Space> Gimme Some Lovin> Black Peter> Lovelight Encore: Baby Blue "Filler": Around & Around> How Sweet It Is> Ripple
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I was wondering the same thing the last few days, Gigl. Think maybe I'll send him an email to make sure he's okay.
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Don't ease, don't ease, don't ease me in.I've been all night long commin' home, don't ease me in. When I turned around sweet mama, she was way across town So I'm walkin' down the street with a dollar in my hand I've been lookin' for a woman sweet mama, ain't got no man. The girl I love, she's sweet and true, You the dress she wears, sweet mama, it's pink and blue, She brings me coffee, she brings me tea, She brings me 'bout every damm thing but the jailhouse keys. yea I'm just jammin.....................I love this song............ Don't ease me in
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taking the forum title literally i see... flap them wings sweet mama don't ease me in
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Is still kicking, heard from him today. If the doors of perception were cleansed, everything would appear to man as it is, infinite. William Blake
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Lately there has been an issue with black bears coming into the cities looking for something to eat. A few weeks ago a giant bear ran into a small grocery store and ransacked an aisle of various foods. The bear took off before the cops arrived, thus avoiding being killed. No one in the store was hurt. I think I would shit my pants if I were in a store and suddenly had a bear running past me.
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Saturday night in Philly Pa at the World Cafe' Live featuring Splintered Sunlight!!....this venue rocks...so come on out and dance ya'll It's gonna be FUN :)
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOUHAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU HAPPY BIRHTDAY DEAR MELISSA HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOUOOOOOOOOOOOO!! HAVE A GREATE DAY :) Peace & LOVE, Gigi
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hey paps how many b-days do u have, you got the cake over a week ago! do you celebrate 4 the whole month? i like it! happy birthday melissa,again! peace2U tc
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Happy Birthday Dear Paps :) Hope you have a Groovy Day! PEACE A month's worth of Birthday sounds pretty dang good 73, ha ha
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recently i have neglected my duty of making completely random posts, so heres 1 to enjoy.and yeash i know this belongs in the stories section, but it wandered, cause the fence broke. once upon a time, my step mother and i had an argument over some stupid thing that made me very angry. i forget what it was, due to the ensuing hilarity, but i would guess it was about censoring my computer. later that day, when she was out, i walked up the street to the CVS and bought a bottle of nair. i came back home and put it in her shamoo bottle in their private bathroom. later that night, she proceeded to give our dogs a bath. apparently we had no doggie shampoo, so used hers. i think you can see where this is going. in the end, the dog looked like a shaved rat, but didnt care as it was summer, and enjoyed being cool. the incident was blamed by the vet on what they thought was an allergic reaction. needless to say, no one used the shampoo after that. I will admit that, though it was horrible, and i feel bad for the dog, it was hilarious. Peace, The Kid
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why ur on the group w bench,kid! your a mothershaver! kid, i hope to never piss u off... too funny though :) peace
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Dylan Daze 2008: Three days. Three cities. Three shows. One Bob. Since I've gotten old and fully employed this is as close as I can come to following a tour around. It started out as an invitation to a friend of mine in Nashville to come up and see Dylan playing at a casino about thirty minutes from here in Indiana (I live in Louisville, KY). It's a Saturday show so I thought it would be easy to fit into work schedules. My friend looked at the tour schedule and said "sure I'll come up for it, but lets go to the show in Cincinnati the night before, and the show in Evansville the night after as well!" Cool! My friend is awesome, remind me to tell y'all about his first Deadish experience, and his discovery of archive.org. The roadtripping begins Aug. 22 at that whatchamacallit amphitheatre in Cincinnati (National City, I think, next to the big one that Buffet always sells out), then the Horseshoe (formerly Caesars') Casino in Elizabeth, Indiana on the 23rd, finally the Mesker Amphitheatre in Evansville, Indiana on Sunday the 24th. Sure hope it doesn't rain, I'm definitely too old to revert to "mud hippy". Other than that it should be more fun than a bald dog! Cheers, MitD
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in the mail, no less! i've never recieved one before, remember i never signed up for fear of the "man" coming down on poor unsuspecting heads! so, my loss right. so i look through and check it out, nice,very cool.... then i catch a glimpse of the addresse's name, mary? my wife!!!! what the... the one who says nobody listens to that shit anymore mary????? i'm so dejected... again reduced to nobody status... oh well...guess i better buy something from the store if i want my name on the mailing list, that how she got!
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you might get one later! I don't have mine yet either.
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hey yall,im in dublin and its awesome. typin this onm a pay by the minute computer so ill be quick. its great here, seein some awesome stuff. mayb ill meet some deadheads while im here. Peace, The Kid
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...so I thought I'd come poke around. This is bringing back memories. I was a spinner on tour from 90 to 93. I miss Jerry...
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im in cork now.went to this great little pub last night that i walked past during the day. cool little place, full of dead heads and there was a GD tribute band playin. decided i HAD to stop in. its beautiful here, ill post some pics later. Peace, The Kid
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Cork looks like a wonderful town! Have fun and don't get into any trouble!!Peace, Gigi
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what are you doing off the bench? sounds like your having a good time..enjoy :)Never had such a good time In my life before I'd like to have it one time more One good ride from start to end I'd like to take that ride again
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we had a great day 2day. went to blarney castle and kissed the blarney stone. baby bro had a melt down and ruined the rest of our afternoon. all in all an okay day tho. i am in need of a new watch tho as my current 1 just broke. if ne1 has seen or heard of GD watches that i could purcahse online let me know please.Peace, The Kid
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tell those Heads you're meeting to come join us here.
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thanks SO much gigi. im gonna get the bear one. im now here in a beautiful hotel in kilarney with a view of this huge lake and there r some creepy/cool ruins across the street whicjh i intend to do some splorin amongst tomorrow. went to blqarney castle yesterday and had great fun. ill post some pics later.Peace, The Kid
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Dear folks:I received an almanac from Dead.net, a week or so ago, and noticed it was addressed to my sister at my Kansas address: she lives in Ohio. Is the mailing list tied-in with addresses pulled from merchandising orders? She ordered a Dick's Pick's as a gift and had it sent direct to me last December.... Previous almanacs did have my name and address correct, but it had been awhile since I'd seen one in the mailbox. Looking forward to the next one!
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Here's something: I too received a GD Almanac. And two days later I received another one! Dead.net loves me two times, baby! (I'm guessing I'm listed twice in the Cosmic Database, I also get two copies of "official email list" messages). Here's something else: a short while ago I happened to be doing google searches for something or other, using the keywords "grateful dead", "moroni", "skeleton", maybe a couple of others. Scanning the list of sites that Google presented me with one caught my eye. It appears to be one of your more fundementalist Christian sites, and was basically talking trash about Mormons etc. For your amusement the link is: http://www.basicchristian.org/christian_mormon.html The following is a snippet that contains the keywords that got the page googled. Enjoy, and don't forget to vote! (I didn't see any copyright notices on the site, and believe that fair use provisions would allow this excerpt. I will understand if this post disappears, however. Hey, the Devil made me do it!) "The new Majority Leader for the United States Senate is now U.S. Senator Harry Reid {a loyal (LDS) Mormon} of Searchlight, Nevada. When Reid was being interviewed in his home by reporters, he took them into his bathroom and pointed to his most prized possession. It was an autographed poster of the Grateful Dead. (38) The Grateful Dead is a notorious hard rock band noted for their heavy drug cult following. They are a satanic group of the first magnitude, and their followers are referred to as deadheads. Their emblem is a skeleton wearing a tuxedo and top hat with the skull wearing sunglasses. It is true, our Senate Majority leader is a deadhead, and this may explain the residue of the two lines of white powder on the glass top of the table, where he was seated with Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, sometimes referred to as "Nasty Pelosi.""
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do you suppose Harry Reid really IS into the Dead??? that is too bizarre. Thanks for tracking down the artist on that Moroni shirt though!
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would an autographed poster be in the bathroom except to become full of mildew and rot? I just love the web and all the rumors that it passes along and how often there are not legitimate sources for information. Aargh! If the doors of perception were cleansed, everything would appear to man as it is, infinite. William Blake
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if Snopes has taken that one on...
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What is this almanac that people keep referring to? Is it only a domestic U.S. thing??********************************** Don't part with your illusions. When they are gone, you will still exist, but you have ceased to live. Samuel Clemens
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I just checked, and the paper version only went out to folks with U.S. addresses. However, the Almanac is also available as a downloadable PDF file on the page noted above http://www.dead.net/almanac so you don't have to miss out...