Displaying 31 To 60 Of 2,240 Comments Oooh – Ms. Kalima! You are so smart, and I am so proud to know you. I agree with what would ideally work – cut aid until they agree to peace, lasting peace – but we all know that will NEVER happen in the U.S. Wouldn’t it be nice if we could just scrap all the BS/my land/your land and make it an international state, given its significance to Judaism, Christianity and Islam? Then anyone who wants to share can share. No one gets to say “mine” Call it Abrahamia. Just a dream, as I wait to hear from my student from Ramallah……God be with him. – AB » Posted By AlphaBitch On July 31, 2014 @ 1:53 pm And the Zionists make the same claim for Israel. The land is solely theirs, even before the creation of the state of Israel. Palestinians are sub human and must be eliminated – I have 48 pages of quotes from the 50 Years War documentary, actual televised and written statements, by Zionists wanting to eliminate the Arabs. Irgun and Lehi were two of the earliest terrorists, both on Israel’s side. Is it Hamas vs. Zionists? They are the same. Is it Israel (with all our financial assistance) vs. Palestine? Then there IS a difference and we MUST speak out. Zionists/Zionism which is the doctrine of Likkud and the Israeli govt today is NO DIFFERENT than Hamas. Walk away and leave Israel to its devices? Hell no. Fight back with words, photos, facts. Now I am off for the day. Good luck in untangling the mess. I for one am tired of being silent on the issue or taking the “both sides are to blame” tactic. One side, in my opinion, is much more to blame. – AB PS When our own country was attacked by Islamic fundies on 9/11, I went out, bought a copy of the Qu’ran, read it and then found a way to start actual dialogues with Muslims, which led me to the issue of Palestine, which led me to Afghan school exchange students. I regret not a day of learning, or being open minded, open eyed and open hearted enough to do so. » Posted By AlphaBitch On July 30, 2014 @ 9:13 am Seen this? Found at http://www.freedom4palestine.org And in short cartoon form but with facts that my husband was actually able to document himself 10 years ago! It’s only gotten worse with our silence… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y58njT2oXfE ****sorry did not come up, but can cut and paste. BTW: Kudos to Jewish Voices for Peace. You guys are the BEST! » Posted By AlphaBitch On July 30, 2014 @ 7:13 am PS Murph – love you, and thanks?? for asking. » Posted By AlphaBitch On July 30, 2014 @ 7:00 am Murph – let me start this diatribe with the caveat again that I have skin in the game. I appreciate your seeking answers. Be careful what you ask for.. 1) What should Israel do? Quit acting like a GD bully. Quit practicing collective punishment and killing women and children. FOLLOW INTERNATIONAL LAW. Quit playing the victim card when you are the one with daisy cutter bombs, nukes and the F series planes. Practice the “Golden Rule” as it is written in Judaism. Give up YOUR right of return unless Palestinians get one too. QUIT STEALING THE LAND AND WATER (Qalquilya). Give BACK the land you already stole. For defense: keep building shelters. Listen for warning sirens. Use the missile defense shield. Ask the International Community to stand with you, and if they don’t, ASK WHY. If there is a violation of Int’l law, ask for Int’l help. Don’t go it alone, bully. 2) What should the US do? Quit allowing yourself to be bullied by Israel. My God – what do they have on you in the blackmail corner? Find the strength and freedom to at least CRITICIZE your “friend” that you pay for if they do something wrong. Excuse yourself from all NSC votes in the UN since you are their ONLY friend at this point. QUIT PAYING THEM $3.1 BILLION PER YEAR AND GIVING THEM SWEETHEART DEALS ON WEAPONRY used in their genocide. As for US citizens: do your part. Stand up. Speak out. Forget your legislators, or trying to remove their little sucking mouths from Israels titty of threats. Educate YOURSELF first, then work without ceasing to educate your fellow citizens as to the history of this place, and the facts on the ground today. How many know of yellow settler only license plates on roads, or Qalquilya? #3. Do I believe in Israel’s right to exist? I used to. No longer, at least in this format. Why not have a one state solution, where everyone is equal? Oh yeah. They are outnumbered, surrounded by enemies they created. Why not start peace initiatives among children, help them with farming practices, help with medical care instead of letting people die at a border crossing? What happened to the Jews happened almost 70 years ago. What is happening to the Palestinians is happening TODAY. YOU are here NOW. I cannot help the Native Americans or the slaves of this land in their struggle against our bad behavior because I wasn’t born/too young. But since I have grown up, I have done a lot. What is my excuse for NOT standing up now? Finally, why can’t the US go in and rebuild the hospitals, schools, power grids, apartments? Because ISRAEL WON’T LET US OR ANYONE HELP THE PALESTINIANS. It’s a game of “Mother May I?” and the answer – as with Conservatives -is always, always NO. » Posted By AlphaBitch On July 30, 2014 @ 6:56 am Thanks, MA. I find the issue is difficult to discuss. My dad fought in WWII, and was a staunch and proud defender of Israel (we are not Jewish, BTW). He was so open minded and hearted, yet I remember his language during the 1967 war, and it was so mean and racist. I would like to think that if he were alive today, he would be much more balanced. Just think what we could achieve if after Israel throws its hissy fit, we – the US – went into Gaza and rebuilt hospitals and schools and apartments. Yes, we need help here – God knows we do. But nothing like there. And what would it say about us? I work with exchange students. I have a child from last year who is from Ramallah. God protect him. Waiting to hear from him that he is OK. So I have skin in the game, and it IS personal. Once again, thanks for watching and commenting. It is important to learn the facts. Parts 2&3 should be as good. Haven’t had time to watch. – AB » Posted By AlphaBitch On July 29, 2014 @ 11:04 am Hi Murph – here is a great beginners lesson on Palestine. It is very fair and objective, but leaves little doubt as to what has caused this “issue”. There are two more parts available on youtube if people want to watch. My husband went to Palestine/Israel in 2003, and what he saw and documented in film will never again let us support Israel. And as long as we pay Israel the largest share of our foreign aid – and this to one of the richest countries in the world – the blood is on our hands as well. Stand up, speak out. Israel bombing the power plant and hoping to silence tweets and photos may work for a short while. what we need to do is stand up. This IS collective punishment, and these WERE children.
» Posted By AlphaBitch On July 29, 2014 @ 10:14 am FRENNIE! Shames on you…..oh yes you did say that, Missy! I think a couple of Hail Obamas will suffice. How the heck are you? Congrats on your crazy state getting the RNC. Wow, TX just was too damn dumb and crazy for them. Went to VA and looked at my DAR ancestor’s grave. SO cool to see the land of my peeps. Made me even more proud to be liberal and progressive. Saw my daughter from Syria, saw colleagues from my AFG program, saw other friends. Fell in love with Annapolis and the Chesapeake. Ate too much crab. I am so tired of traveling. One kid graduating from college, one kid getting married, a BGF’s big birthday bash with a bunch of crazy women (fun). Home for a couple of weeks, then hoping to get the hell out of hot as hell TX and head to Seattle. We will see. Right now, all I want to do is sleep. We will catch up on the side when I can keep my eyes open, Frennie. Till then, know that I lubs and misses ya! – AB » Posted By AlphaBitch On July 8, 2014 @ 4:37 pm Tsk,tsk Kalima! I turn my back, go to my east coast, and when I come home – I find you writing about ending up on Kim Jung Un’s lap! Naughty girl….I’m sure that’s a fantasy so many women share…… I used to warn the Pup and the Blov to be careful or I would “go all Kim Jung Il on your a$$”, and I meant it most of the time…he was so cray-cray it would scare them when I threatened to channel him. Pup is across the pond, visiting his family for the first time in 3 1/2 years. Here’s hoping he will be safe. Due home 7/20. So prayers for you AND the Pup, and the others that I love. Now where the heck is that rosary??????? xo AB » Posted By AlphaBitch On July 8, 2014 @ 4:23 pm That’s what I guessed! I used the OTHER language (Davi, as in Davy Crockett) (eleventeen), which means “eight” when translated into English! Wow. How lucky can I be??? Just kidding. I had no freakin’ clue. Hope whatever came up goes back down and had no bad side effects. Love you, Ms. K. -AB » Posted By AlphaBitch On March 21, 2014 @ 11:34 am Hmmmm….trivia while the steak cooks…. It’s HARD if you don’t cheat and look! I have no idea without taking a sneak peek and count, and I do NOT cheat. So I’ll guess eleventeen. Beat that Frennie! Now I’m off to polish the most recent tiara, which is full of pink diamonds. – AB » Posted By AlphaBitch On March 19, 2014 @ 3:31 pm Virginia and Kentucky! I know VA is a commonwealth and guessing on KY. Did I win the whole tiara? I mean, I do have a HUGE head now that Nirek has dedicated some Davy Crockett to me, so a whole tiara is all that I can wear. Thanks for all you do, Kalima. Can’t wait to read about Karzai’s melt down (again??). Buh-bye you narco-terrorist brother. Adios, cockroach as we say here in Texas. – AB » Posted By AlphaBitch On March 18, 2014 @ 8:21 am Hello Kalima! Just popped in to try and win a tiara. Was the movie “Sam”? It was a great movie, and showcased Penn’s acting talent so well, much as my new fave show True Detective showed homeboy McConaughey doing some really brilliant acting. Off now. Try and see if I win tomorrow…. Hugs to you and the Ads, and to my best frennie ever, Kes. -AB, Tiara Queen for a Day » Posted By AlphaBitch On March 13, 2014 @ 7:57 am Feliz Ano Nuevo, mi hermana! Sorry for lack of accents. Four of the five Christmas “presents” that I received are out wandering along the river, milling with the 100,000. AlphaPup is caring for Baby Girl, and the other two “sisters” he is blessed with. I am home, packed for a trip out west, and reveling in the peace and quiet NOT AT ALL missing the hubbub. Happy New Year to all on the Planet. Hope to be here more in 2014. With loads of love and little bitchiness in my heart – AB » Posted By AlphaBitch On December 31, 2013 @ 7:33 pm GUAM?? Boy, it’s been a long time since I have played. May be rusty, but I”m in the game. » Posted By AlphaBitch On December 17, 2013 @ 6:54 am God’s Blog – Jesus and Subway Sandwiches Hey God: thanks for the update. Any chance we can fool the Baggers into voting for Free Elections instead of erections? And yes, Viagra for the most part does seem to address a very, very, tiny problem. So these folks get covered for this in the ACA?? Do the Mrses. Baggers have a say? Just sayin that doin’ the deed with a Randy Paul or a Crazypants Cruz in need of such would make me vote AGAINST health care reform. Or get all stabby. Somethin. » Posted By AlphaBitch On November 15, 2013 @ 12:16 pm Dear God: I have so little time these days, but have been trying to follow you on Twitter. I do think you need more than 140 characters – kinda like your sons and daughters need more than 12 characters to follow THEM – to let your true light shine on us all. Thanks for taking time from your even busier schedule and returning to THIS Planet for some wisdom. I did note one sentence that I think might be the crux of all this misunderstanding. You noted that: “Some might consider these folks ‘Subway Club Christians’ since they apparently believe that if they get their conversions card stamped ten times, they get a free Resurrection.” I think what is leading them astray is that they thought it meant if they get their conversion card stamped ten times, they get a free ERECTION. It’s why they are trying so “hard”. What they failed to realize is that that is a perversion card, not a conversion card. No need to “save” people who are doing your work regardless of their faith or lack thereof. So thanks, Big Guy. Like Sue, I was hoping you would show up soon. Now tell me what I really need to know: Does Ted Cruz have hairplugs? Your servant, AB » Posted By AlphaBitch On November 15, 2013 @ 7:02 am Dear Leader – I lost a very good friend on the ValueJet crash in the Miami Everglades. His name was Walter Hyatt, and he was an amazing singer/songwriter I knew from Austin. A kinder soul probably did not exist. I mourned him deeply. When I saw a friend and told her of the huge hole in my heart from the absence of Walter, she told me the hole HAD to be there to make room in my heart for new ones. Took 57 Afghans to take Walter’s place, but I do understand the pain of loss and that empty feeling a little better now. It’s the waiting for something else to come along that is hard. Bito’s place is still open, but Bito and I both know it will be filled. -AB » Posted By AlphaBitch On September 18, 2013 @ 4:50 am Hi stranger! I’ve missed you. Got my two kids from Syria here – both on Fulbrights. They are doing well. I will never forget your kindness in coaching me while I would Skype. Come stay for awhile. Would love to hear your take on Syria. – AB » Posted By AlphaBitch On September 17, 2013 @ 6:57 am Lovely, caring and kind tributes for a friend so many of us knew only from here. I bought several of his Element Charts as gifts – they crack me up. I will remember KQuark for his humor and intelligence. He will be missed. I feel lucky to “know” so many of you here. We are blessed. And the thought of Hume, KQuark and my beloved Bito eating ice cream in heaven? Perfect! Hope it’s chocolate…. » Posted By AlphaBitch On September 16, 2013 @ 11:26 am EXCLUSIVE: Sarah Palin Writes Op-Ed in Pravda Doncha think Stephanie should read this in her grating Sarah voice, Murph?? » Posted By AlphaBitch On September 12, 2013 @ 3:35 pm Weekend Music Thread – War, What Is It Good For? Steve Earle, another Texan (now in TN) who can tell a story better than anyone. Jerusalem. Do yourself a favor, and listen to the whole 10 minutes:
» Posted By AlphaBitch On September 7, 2013 @ 3:47 pm By Bruce Robison, a long tall Texas man who is one of the greatest songwriters I know and who performs with his wife, Kelly Willis. This song is performed by the Dixie Chicks, sung by the only really talented chick, Ms. Natalie “Big Mouth” (you go, girl) Maines: Travelin’ Soldier
» Posted By AlphaBitch On September 7, 2013 @ 2:50 pm The Return of American Isolationism? Well put, CL. Kudos. » Posted By AlphaBitch On September 8, 2013 @ 6:48 am WATCH NOW: Live Video of Senate Debate on Use of Force in Syria I agree, Kalima. and I wonder if this is the itching to attack Iran scenario. We have had to pull them back a couple of times. Have you ever seen the website If Americans Knew? Formed by a journalist and documented with sources and easy to read graphs. It was a source when we discovered after the Blov went to Palestine. Long day meself w/ contractor; we re-did our guest bath tub/shower tile. Just finished at 10PM and I am POOPED. Brain is dead, so I will sign off for now. Hope your day was better and that tomorrow is even better. » Posted By AlphaBitch On September 5, 2013 @ 8:02 pm Nirek: My dear Northfield pal! I would expect no less from a Vermonter. It’s one of the reasons I would love to live there. Unfortunately (or not), I grew up in TX. I learned how to crack a beer bottle on a table if I ever needed to “cut” anyone by the time I was 17. I thought I WAS Davy Crockett. I realize that war is part of life, like death. Horrid but inescapable on occasions. I hate war, and I cry and pray for the loss of ALL innocent lives. Who will act for those children? I love the idea of the UN, but the practicality is that they are pretty damn inefficient. Oh, and I SO love how “they ignore resolutions” or “Russia and China won’t cooperate” is such a meme if we want them to obey the law, yet we turn blind eyes when Israel disobeys OPENLY and FLAGRANTLY so many UN resolutions that I have lost count. Fair is fair. Enjoy the fall. I live in jealousy. » Posted By AlphaBitch On September 5, 2013 @ 4:29 pm Oh yeah Funk = and the OTHER (and perhaps even greater) reason for “Why Syria?” “Why now?” is the too-much-like-high-school-tug-of-war-over-Snowden. Putin’s “team” vs. Obama’s “team”. It’s deja Afghanistan with Russia vs. the U.S. God spare us that again. Like Kes’ mom says “Let’s you and him fight.” But let’s leave others out of it. They act – in Stephanie Miller’s words about something entirely different – like high school girls. “I hate you, you rat bastards and your ass face.” “Just wait till you see what I put on Facebook now. Just wait till you see what is on Instagram.” I really do think the Snowden proxy war is part of this. Do you? » Posted By AlphaBitch On September 5, 2013 @ 4:21 pm Hi Funk. You’ve been thinking about this. I am not as clear – guess it’s because I have “dogs in this fight” with my two kiddos from Damascus, and another student I love still there. THEY still have family and friends there as well, even though my two are here safe and sound for now. It has been a hard process for them, because until a couple of years ago, it was a good place to live. Women worked outside the home in all professions; schools were remarkable, opportunities abounded, and from what I have heard, the pistachio ice cream really really rocked it. When I saw them over Christmas, I tried hard to get a handle on what was going on. I mean, c’mon, I’ve pretty much learned all I ever want to know about Afghanistan and Palestine. How hard could two years of learning curve be??? Well, what it boiled down to is two of the most intelligent, honest people I know – with dogs in the fight – are as confused as I am to this day. They still are. The one thing they have said is they feel SURE if action is taken, it will solidify support AROUND Assad. Good or bad, he’s their guy when they are attacked. Sort of that Georgie W. 9/11 Stockholm Syndrome thing we were under. So while you made very, very good points – and I don’t disagree with much of what you have carefully and thoughtfully laid out (why NOT Rwanda? Congo?)-, I think I still am in that grey area of right?/wrong? deliberation. That said, so much of Syria is Iran; and so much Iran is Israel. Follow that lead. That gives a big clue as to why. With much respect, AB » Posted By AlphaBitch On September 5, 2013 @ 1:15 pm Hi Kalima – wow, good call on that research!!! I can’t believe it. Amazing – and I only looked at the graphic. Pretty “enlightening”. But I have to say the U.S. is often guilty of the same. When Blov was in Palestine (Gaza), he saw a missle that had struck a huge hole into a chapel on the grounds of a hospital. At the bottom of the hole was the missile with the LARGE WORDS “Made in Ft. Worth Texas United States”. Small wonder there are some hard feelings….. We have a photo to prove it. » Posted By AlphaBitch On September 5, 2013 @ 5:49 am I will ask my Syrian children. Right now, we are trying to find a host family for three months for a young man of Palestinian heritage who grew up in a refugee camp in Syria. He is a student at college; and rather than sending him home to the refugee camp in Syria (not a good idea right now, huh?), they are trying to find him a home from May-August. have to dash to send his info off to friends who may help. I have a “son” from Ankara coming on 10/4! SO excited. will send you photos, Frennie. A new “baby”. He has his Masters and is here for one month on an internship. Hooray! » Posted By AlphaBitch On September 4, 2013 @ 3:11 pmComments Posted By AlphaBitch
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