Lulu Latech
Lulu Latech's JournalHere is another example of the importance of Context
There was a thread hidden earlier that contained a video that a jury thought was offensive. Frankly, I probably would have voted to hide it as well.
But Let's look at it again after I share some things that I have learned that weren't shared in the original thread.
First: Poe's Law which states
“ Without a winking smiley or other blatant display of humor, it is impossible to create a parody of Fundamentalism that SOMEONE won't mistake for the real thing."
http://rationalwiki.org/wiki/Poe%27s_Law
Now let me share with you the work of Barry Crimmins who is a Liberal Satirist of some standing.
Here's a bio
http://www.barrycrimmins.com/index.php?page=bio
And here is his theater piece about Transvaginal Ultrasounds being legislated before an abortion:
Does knowing it is satire make it funny now? And is it now appropriate to post it on DU?
Jailbreak the Patriarchy
Has anyone played with this Chrome extension that reverses gender for everything you read on the internet. Gives you a glimpse of (if all things were equal just reversed) how things could look if Women were the predominant gender.
https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/fiidcfoaaciclafodoficaofidfencgd
What a hoot! Read DU from a matriarchal perspective.
Lets talk Grooming Products
I bought myself a Clarisonic for Christmas and LOVE it. I feel it really gets my face much cleaner without the irritation.
What other tools and products do you love?
I'm also a very loyal WEN user for my hair. It's been great for me and my hair is in fact much thicker than when I used regular shampoo. It gave my sister dandruff and my husband hates the way it makes his hair feels. It really is an individual thing I guess.
And....
Mineral Makeup???? I'm not much for glamming it up on a daily basis but this stuff is amazing.
So what and who is everyone reading
I admit, I've falling off the reading habit and haven't been keeping up with current Feminist thinkers and writers. I'll be first in line for any new release by Margaret Atwood or Marge Piercy...but who's gonna grab this old crones attention. I'm pretty persnickety and all the talk of waves and divisions just makes me a bit weepy. Last I read was some Naomi Wolf...
So spill ....who do you "follow", which blogs are your never misses and who will you fork over the bucks for at the book store?
Here's one of my favorites
http://margaretandhelen.com/
Awesome Amendment to "Personhood": the "Spilled Semen" Clause
I posted this in GD but things move so quickly there I wanted to give you all an opportunity to chuckle and chortle with me.
I have been waiting for years for someone to propose this...Thank you State Senator Constance Johnson of Oklahoma for making my day...
"Oklahoma State Senator Constance Johnson, a Democrat, has offered an amendment to the “personhood” bill pending in the state legislature. The pending bill, if passed, would declare that “the unborn child at every stage of development (has) all the rights, privileges, and immunities available to other persons, citizens, and residents of this state.”
Johnson writes that “the Personhood bill would potentially allow governmental intrusion into families’ personal lives by policing what happens to a woman’s eggs without any similar thought to what happens to a man’s sperm.” Her amendment reads:"
http://www.alternet.org/newsandviews/article/788681/awesome_amendment_to_%22personhood%22:_the_%22spilled_semen%22_clause/#paragraph4
http://www.democraticunderground.com/1002306317
Awesome Amendment to "Personhood": the "Spilled Semen" Clause
I have been waiting for years for someone to propose this...Thank you State Senator Constance Johnson of Oklahoma for making my day...
"Oklahoma State Senator Constance Johnson, a Democrat, has offered an amendment to the “personhood” bill pending in the state legislature. The pending bill, if passed, would declare that “the unborn child at every stage of development (has) all the rights, privileges, and immunities available to other persons, citizens, and residents of this state.”
Johnson writes that “the Personhood bill would potentially allow governmental intrusion into families’ personal lives by policing what happens to a woman’s eggs without any similar thought to what happens to a man’s sperm.” Her amendment reads:"
http://www.alternet.org/newsandviews/article/788681/awesome_amendment_to_%22personhood%22:_the_%22spilled_semen%22_clause/#paragraph4
Foods of Downton Abbey
If you haven't watched the show Downton Abbey on PBS you are truly missing something wonderful.
I love learning about foods and kitchens of the past and wanted to share this with you all. Check out the meatless sausage recipe!
"There's never a dull day at Downton Abbey, with the estate positively brewing with scandal, intrigue and salacious gossip. And whether the servants are nattering over their breakfast downstairs, or the Granthams and their guests are keeping up appearances over dinner upstairs, there is almost always a common theme running between both classes - food!
Many a suitor has fallen for Lady Mary's charms while sipping on the Grantham's fine wine, while downstairs Cook shouts at Daisy to get a move on with the kidneys.
Indeed, mealtimes were an important part of the everyday lives of Edwardian people, with the servants savouring a moment's respite from their duties over a hard-earned meal, as the upper class put on airs and graces over a sumptuously-laid dining table."
http://www.itv.com/food/articles/food-downton-abbey
Well here's a frightening new development on the employment front
A new tactic for keeping wages low and throwing out the "old".
"A new casino set to open in Atlantic City, N.J., has announced it will set term limits for its front-line staff. When employees' terms run out, they'll have to go through the hiring process again. The casino says the policy will keep its service fresh. Others say the company is taking advantage of a tough job market.
From bellhops to dealers, employees of the new casino — called Revel — will be hired for terms from four to six years. After that, they have to reapply for their jobs and compete against other candidates."
http://m.npr.org/news/front/146000685
So how is everyone surviving the snow?
I for sure thought I would lose power. But it looks like we will get through it easier than I thought. It's cold out there though. I have well over a foot in the hills of Snohomish and the cars are stuck in the driveway. I have an acre of dtiveway to get to the road so we aren't going anywhere. Waste management won't be picking up tomorrow and my full circle CSA box is delayed till Sat. SO walked down and mail was delivered both yesterday and today! Gotta love the Post Office
Doesn't this look Absolutely Delicious?
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Smitten Kitten does it again with an Apple Sharlotka.
Apple Sharlotka
Adapted from Alex’s mother, who adapted it from her mother, and so on…
Butter or nonstick spray, for greasing pan
6 large, tart apples, such as Granny Smiths
3 large eggs
1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup (125 grams) all-purpose flour
Ground cinnamon, to finish
Powdered sugar, also to finish
Directions at link seem pretty easy too....
http://smittenkitchen.com/2012/01/apple-sharlotka/
Now I just need someone to make it for me and take it away so I only eat 1 piece....
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