September 2011
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“The President created this polarized environment and now he has to deal with it.”
– Alex Castellanos just said something to this extent on AC360. Sorry, I was too distracted trying to figure out exactly what the hell he was talking about. President Obama created this environment? I’m pretty sure Obama’s not the one throwing around names like foreign-born, Muslim extremist,...
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ShortFormBlog: Tropical Storm Katia could become... →
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yeah … Meteorologists expect Tropical Storm Katia to strengthen into a hurricane tonight — making it the second Atlantic-based hurricane in a week. (Dunno if you heard, but the last one was a bit of a doozy.) The storm’s current path shows Katia moving west-northwest toward North America.
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White House: Obama agrees to Boehner's wishes,... →
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They gave in. Come on. You could’ve easily kept this fight going for an entire week, Obama. Now you’re competing with the start of the NFL season. Do people give more of a crap about jobs or the fact that two teams of people who get overpaid for their work will entertain them for a couple of hours?
He should’ve stood his ground!! Stop giving in to the GOP!
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5K in an hour?! Is that even possible?
Throughout August, I’ve been trying to get back to running. Like everyone else, I started off great in February but slacked off as work got hectic. My end goal is a 5K in less than 2 hours, ideally in 1. Crazy right? I know but it’s a goal :) So I’m getting back and I’m averaging a mile in 18 minutes. It’s a start right?
In addition to the runs, I’m also...
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“Everyone thinks of changing the world, but no one thinks of changing himself.”
– Leo Tolstoy (via tikitiyo)
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August 2011
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ShortFormBlog: Boehner asks Obama to reschedule... →
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Boehner wants Obama’s jobs address pushed back: It’s being reported that House Speaker John Boehner has asked President Obama to reschedule his jobs address to the Congress, which is set for September 7th, to the following day. Reports offer no specific elaboration on Boehner’s motive beyond…
So much for jobs being a priority for the GOP!
“Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to reform.”
– Mark Twain
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Boehner Most Disrespectful Goatblowing Assclown in... →
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He. Is . The. PRESIDENT. YOU CHANGE YOUR MUTHAFUCKIN SCHEDULE, NOT THE OTHER WAY AROUND. Assmunching badgerfarting toolfaced orange shitbag.
Reblogging for that awesome commentary - I didn’t lol I fucking cackled :-D
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The 10 States With the Worst Economies In America →
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Having a bad day? by JANE POWELL on AUGUST 31,...
This was definitely on time for me today!!
“It’s just one of those days.”
There will be days when you’ll end up having a melt down, freaking out, and going into an emotional tailspin. It’s completely normal. The key is to let it happen.
What’s important is, once it’s over, you need to pick up the pieces and regain your composure. This is your responsibility. It’s crucial not to beat yourself...
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The First Lady Covers ESSENCE
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Mrs. Obama looks pretty in Pink on ESSENCE October cover. In the interview she talks about being the first lady, her trip to Africa, and how she wants to be a role model for young women everywhere.
Read more here | Original Article
“Ability is what you’re capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do....”
– (via getfitwithnic)
Rough day so I bought shoes!!
Anyone who knows me knows my love for shoes. So after getting MCAT scores (which weren’t that great btw), I needed to buy something!!
From Baker’s online I got these:
And from @twistedsoles (follow her on Twitter guys!!), I got these:
Nothing brightens a day like SHOES!!!
“Agree to these ground rules: Be curious, conversational and real. Don’t...”
– Elizabeth Lesser on how to talk to people you don’t agree with
“Heights by great men reached and kept were not obtained by sudden flight but,...”
– Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
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Justice Department attempts to block AT&T merger...
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then A while back, AT&T announced it would attempt to purchase T-Mobile for $39 billion, in an attempt to shore up deficiencies in its wireless network. Other companies and consumer groups, most notably Sprint, loudly complained.
now Now the Justice Department’s trying to block the merger. “AT&T’s elimination of T-Mobile as an independent, low-priced rival would remove a...
