Monthly Archives: September 2014

The wheels on the bus…

Posted on September 30, 2014 by tompainesviewpoint458

“The wheels on the bus…” By Sarge “The wheels on the bus go ‘round and ‘round, ‘round and ‘round, ‘round and ‘round; the wheels on the bus go ‘round and all through the town.” Nursery rhyme One of the axioms … Continue reading →

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Rules of Engagement

Posted on September 26, 2014 by tompainesviewpoint458

Rules of engagement By Sarge Rules of Engagement (ROE) are rules or directives to military forces (including individuals) that define the circumstances, conditions, degree, and manner in which force, or actions which might be construed as provocative, may be applied. … Continue reading →

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Adios Mutha

Posted on September 25, 2014 by tompainesviewpoint458

Adios Mutha By Sarge I’m stunned. I believed I was living under sanctions by my God and higher power. But now, I have hope for my forgiveness. Eric Holder will resign as Attorney General of the United States of America. … Continue reading →

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Shakespeare was a visionary

Posted on September 24, 2014 by tompainesviewpoint458

Shakespeare was a visionary By Sarge William Makepeace Thackeray said and to which I make an addition: The world is a looking glass and gives back to every man the reflection of his own face unless he defines beauty to … Continue reading →

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Stratification

Posted on September 22, 2014 by tompainesviewpoint458

Stratification By Sarge Mondays suck. Over the weekend we see a dearth of reportable, recordable information occurring because legislators and civic leaders go to the house and start sipping on a cold one. The other problem to consider is this … Continue reading →

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Boots on the ground

Posted on September 19, 2014 by tompainesviewpoint458

Boots on the ground By Sarge Scotland is still in the United Kingdom. That means Texas must admit the Free Texas Republic probably won’t be able to secede. Shucks! Additionally, it indicates the State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations … Continue reading →

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Grasping at Sawgrass

Posted on September 18, 2014 by tompainesviewpoint458

Grasping at Sawgrass By Sarge grasping at straws: to depend on something that is useless; to make a futile attempt at something. 2. trying to find some way to succeed when nothing you choose is likely to work 3. trying … Continue reading →

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Recognizing the enemy

Posted on September 17, 2014 by tompainesviewpoint458

Recognizing the enemy By Sarge This is another exercise in free writing indicating the same old stuff if cluttering the world and it almost appears there’s nothing to new to talk about. So be it. We’re stuck with wars we’re … Continue reading →

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International what?

Posted on September 16, 2014 by tompainesviewpoint458

International what? By Sarge Community: noun; a group of associated nations sharing common interests or a common heritage. United Nations: noun: an international organization with headquarters in New York City, formed to promote international peace, security and cooperation under the … Continue reading →

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No mea culpa

Posted on September 10, 2014 by tompainesviewpoint458

No mea culpa By Sarge All this bombast concerning Bill Cassidy’s statement Harry Reid runs the Senate like a “plantation” is funny. Or, at least it would be funny if it weren’t true. Harry Reid demanding an apology is akin … Continue reading →

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