2025-They died this year
Wayne Osmond 73, who rose to fame as a member of his family singing act, The Osmond Brothers, has died.
View ArticleMBB - SEC TOURNEY Rd 1 - Bama vs ??? - Friday 3/14 - 8:30 CDT SECN
2025 SEC tournament: Bracket, schedule, scores for men's basketball Follow along all tournament long for updates on the 2025 SEC men's basketball tournament. www.ncaa.com I figure we can build it and...
View ArticleSen. John Fetterman is the best Democratic candidate for 2028, IMHO.....
We already have plenty of threads on why the Democratic Party lost the election. Thought it would be interesting to discuss particular candidates who might be the way forward. BTW, I'm on record here...
View ArticleThe Republican War on Public Schools (vouchers, religion, graft, testing, etc.)
'Go to California': Oklahoma State Superintendent slams districts refusing to integrate Bible into curriculum Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters offered a message for school districts refusing...
View ArticleQuotes / stories that motivate you to be better
I run across quotes from time to time that keep me focused on being better in various aspects of my life - for whatever reason, great quotes just resonate with me and help me to remain focused on...
View ArticleDiscussion of Gymnastics
Mrs. Basket Case and I have been to almost all the home meets, and it's been a frustrating year. Our ladies are perfectly capable of scoring with Oklahoma or Florida or anybody. The difference is that...
View ArticlePhoto thread - Part III
From my bike ride yesterday.......looks like a bunch of future building contractors!
View ArticleKing Trump: What if he chooses to ignore the judiciary?
NYT Gift Link The One Question That Really Matters: If Trump Defies the Courts, Then What? It is not hyperbole to say that the future of American constitutional democracy now rests on a single...
View ArticlePresident-elect Trump's appointments part II
amazing Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, Fox News medical contributor, picked as US Surgeon General Her book illuminates the transformative power of prayer and unwavering dedication to healing and service....
View ArticleA Report from Europe
I am back in Belgium (for work) and talking with Europeans daily. Here is what my European colleagues are saying: 1. They are scared that the US is abandoning Europe. 2. They all realize that they are...
View ArticleSeries Guide: Texas A&M
The Crimson Tide begins SEC play in College Station against the Aggies 3/13/2025 COLLEGE STATION, TX – No. 17 Alabama baseball opens conference play on Friday, March 14, with a three-game set in...
View ArticleSpace - the final frontier (Misc.) II
Wow...almost 4 years have gone by since I started the original SPACE thread. There's a lot of cool space stuff going on right now. Here's a friend's pic of that night launch Tuesday of the Falcon 9...
View ArticleWeather thread, Part III
VIDEO: Extreme Texas winds flip semis like toys on Interstate 40 in Amarillo! Gusts reached up to 83 mph, creating dangerous travel conditions. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1900620212518719570
View ArticleRetirement
After 38 years in education as a teacher, coach, assistant principal and principal, I turned in my official notice of retirement this morning. 1984-1985 was my first year teaching a 4th grade class at...
View ArticleMBB - SEC TOURNEY Rd 1 - Bama vs UK 3/14 - 8:30ish CDT SECN
2025 SEC tournament: Bracket, schedule, scores for men's basketball Follow along all tournament long for updates on the 2025 SEC men's basketball tournament. www.ncaa.com I figure we can build it and...
View ArticleRFK, Jr.: Anti-vax HHS Secretary
https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1894808957207630213 Q: A young child just died of measles in Texas. Do you have a comment? RFK Jr.: It's not unusual. We have measles outbreaks all the time This is...
View ArticleBicycle Riders #2
rode right under this funny looking bird outside of asheville a couple of weeks ago. it was at a trail junction at the top of a long, rocky climb. i was cussing at my friend in regards to his route...
View ArticleNo. 17 Alabama Powers its Way to 6-4 Win over No. 19 Texas A&M on Friday
The Crimson Tide connected on four home runs, including two in the final inning, to pick up its first SEC win 3/15/2025 COLLEGE STATION, TX – In a 4-4 game in the final inning, Brennen Norton and Kade...
View ArticleSoftball 2025-expectations?
I think Jocelyn Briski is ready to take the step up as the Ace of the staff and if the transfers can add some pop to the lineup, a return trip to OKC is certainly doable. Of course, I'm the eternal...
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