A whole lot of drips that won’t go away!

Would Somebody Fix that Damn Drip!

Like a drip from leaky faucet that simply drives you crazy, Joe the Plumber is back in the spotlight, sharing his wealth of knowledge about everyday issues facing the everyday man at various events and fundraisers for Republican candidates. Now I’m sorry, I know the GOP is hurting a bit, but Joe the Plumber? Really…really? I’d like to know what idiots are spending $1,000 for a meet and greet with Joe the Plumber. I guess the next round of fund raisers are going to feature Miss California…or not…but maybe. More on that delightful beauty queen in a moment.

If the fundraiser appearances weren’t enough, Mr. Plumber has been giving his thoughts on issues to numerous Christian publications – thankfully which is why most of use haven’t really been forced to read/hear about them. In his recent interview with Christianity Today on the future of the Republican party, the Plumber proclaimed he doesn't allow openly gay people "anywhere near" his children, and noted the word “queer…means strange and unusual."

Well Mr. Plumber, you and all the idiots who are paying to come out and see you are morons…the word moron means a person (in this case persons) who are notably stupid or lacking in good judgment.

Naked Revenge?

In a statement released overnight, embattled right winger Miss California USA, Carrie Prejean, responded to some revealing photos that are making their way to the internet. Revealing photos…on the internet…you don’t say?

Miss Prejean states, “I am a Christian, and I am a model,” (now hold up a second…is it just me or does that not remind you of Tracy Morgan portraying Star Jones on SNL when they used to spoof The View – “I’m a lawyer” sorry just had to say that). Miss Prejean continued, “Models pose for pictures, including lingerie and swimwear photos. Recently, photos taken of me as a teenager have been released surreptitiously to a tabloid Web site that openly mocks me for my Christian faith. I am not perfect, and I will never claim to be.”

Before I even add my bitchy two cents, here’s what Alicia Jacobs, who served as a judge during the recent Miss USA pageant had to say, “I can assure you they were quite inappropriate, and certainly not photos befitting a beauty queen.” Even the Today Show, which pretty much shows everything, wouldn’t air the photos of Prejean…as they deemed them too racy.

Obviously I don’t have much sympathy for the beauty queen, but it’s not because of what you think. I just don’t understand why women who pose naked, half naked, or whatever are surprised when the photos suddenly pop up after they become somewhat famous. Why take the photos in the first place?

As for Prejean’s claim that the leaking of these is being spearheaded by those of us who are against her crusade against same-sex marriage…really…really Miss beauty queen?

What’s truly funny about this story is that last week when little miss beauty queen was making the rounds, I was getting emails from people asking why I wasn’t saying anything. Well, there were two reasons really. She’s not the next Anita Bryant…and if I were Anita Bryant I’d be real made that people were comparing me to this bubble brain. And second, the righteous always seems to fall the hardest by their own doing. Remember these moral right Republicans — Ted Haggard, Larry Craig, Bob Allen, Mark Foley, and Glenn Murphy Jr.?

Are the photos sinful? You’re asking me?? Then again I guess I should know since according to Prejean and those like here I’m going to hell. But really, I just don’t care. I refuse to get into a credible debate about this with a naked beauty queen.

One last thing… the MSNBC story on Prejean’s statement says there is a brewing discrepancy about when these photos might have been taken. Let me put on my surprise face. Prejean says the photos were taken when she was 17 — which begs the question – where the hell were her parents when she posed for them? Others have alleged that they seem to have been taken after she underwent breast-enhancement surgery six weeks prior to the Miss USA pageant. That surgery was paid for by the Miss California pageant.

Um, why is the Miss California pageant paying for breast-enhancement surgeries? Talk amongst yourselves on that one.

Oh and we can add Maine to the lists of States that are about to end the discrimination practice against marriage. I sure hope miss Prejean can get back on message. 4 down not including Maine and the Disctict of Columbia which are both on the fast track towards new laws of approval! 46 (soon to be 45 and DC) to go. One State at a time…..

Vacancy A Comin

Don’t really have much to say about Justice Souter’s decision to retired after 19 years on the bench other than thanks for your service.

Who would I like to see on the bench as a replacement? Someone who will follow the rule of Constitution law…not Biblical law. And if that someone happened to be a Latino woman…I say all the better.

An Apology

Last week I had my first “fight” with someone who I have long consider to be my political husband. While we don’t agree on everything, we agree on most things and have always been able to share stories and commentary with each other. Late last week we took opposite sides on an issue and the conversation got a bit heated at times. He is as passionate about politics as I am – hence why we tend to get along so well – and so during the course of our conversation, I said something that while I didn’t mean to be a personal attack, was taken as such…so I just wanted to take a moment to apologize to him. Always passionate, never personal…at least not with you.

John Edwards

This is one of those times when I write about a Democrat who I wish would just GO AWAY and hope my Republican friends will take notice that I don’t like all Democrats. And John Edwards is one I’ve never liked. In fact when I hear his name, I think of things immediately — ambulance chaser being the first. The second is a line from the movie The Hunt for Red October as said by National Security Advisory Jeffrey Pelt — “I'm a politician which means I'm a cheat and a liar, and when I'm not kissing babies I'm stealing their lollipops.” Now I ask you…is that John Edwards or what?

Edwards is unfortunately back in the spotlight for two reasons. His wife Elizabeth’s new book, in which she discussed his affair and how he lied and told her about it all at the same time, and federal prosecutors are looking into whether any payments made to his then mistress were illegal.

You can’t help but feel sorry for Elizabeth Edwards, but I just wish we didn’t have to hear about this. The last thing I want is for him to start doing interview about how sorry he is he hurt his wife and family, because quite frankly…lollipops mister…lol-i-pops!

And from the files of you can’t make this sh*t up if you tried – here are a few headlines you should Google….

Farmers fear pigs may get "swine" flu from people

Brawl breaks out during karaoke at Ore. Restaurant

House can be yours for $1 — but there's a catch

And on a sad note…

Word came this morning that we’ve lost another great comedic talent…Dom DeLuise. Last week it was Bea Arthur, this week Dom. As a Facebook friend said earlier today, “All the good ones are dropping like flies. Can we trade Dom for Lindsay Lohan or Zac Efron or Miley Cyrus please?” I say yeeessss!

Some of Dom’s best works include – Blazing Saddles, History of the World Part I, Spaceballs, and
Cannonball Run. If you have never seen any of these movies – what’s wrong with?? Do yourselves a favor and see one if not all of them.

That’s all for now. Thanks as always for reading.

CJ