I SAW YOU
BOOKS AND BUMBLING: Walked into Barnes and Noble, made eye contact and smiled. You liked my kilt and my brain thanked you instead of complimenting you. [email protected]BUMBLING BEE LOST IN YOUR GAYZE: Upon our return from Boise, I asked if you are going to Disability Pride. You noted you didn't know that was a thing, and also you live far away. I hope to meet a 2nd time, maybe there, at the end of July?
THANK YOU: You walked into my work an hour before close, I was took back bc you were so handsome and your gestures were cute. You made my heart beat for the first time in a long time, thank you for reminding me what it felt like.
CHEERS
CENTER FOR THE ARTS STAFF AND EMS: I was the old guy in the grey suit at the Diana Krall Concert on 5/21. I was also the guy who passed out in line and needed rescue. It was dehydration and 100% my fault. I need to call out Reagan who stood by while the excellent Spokane EMS crew shot me an IV and got me back on my feet. From me being down to actually making it to the concert was about 45 minutes. I am amazed and want to thank Reagan who saw me and my companion in the lobby (me still being a lil shaky), she escorted us to our seats and returned with some water for us and saw to our comfort after those disturbing moments outside. Kudos and Namaste to Reagan and her crew and the EMS folks. We thoroughly enjoyed the concert, and it was a memorable 70th birthday for me for sure. ;) Contrary to current beliefs online, PEOPLE ARE GOOD and humans helping humans should be the norm for us all.
FULL STOP: Let this be the full stop to the tabs (and plates!) discussions. Cheers!
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY MY DEAR HUSBAND: :) My favorite boy, it has been three years since we have been together. We may have only gotten married this February, but in my heart we have been together forever. I am so excited that I get to spend the rest of my life doing laundry and taxes with you and our cats. You are the Keith to my Lance, the Juno to my Bleeker, the Lassie to my Shawn. Here's to always and forever, my Peaches. I love you! - Your Lem
BAGHDAD TO BABYLON: Back in 2003 we invaded Iraq because we were told that Saddam Hussein had WMD (Weapons of Mass Destruction). Specifically chemical and biological. None were ever found. About 50 miles south of Baghdad is the ancient city of Babylon, which is mostly in ruins now. It was the capital of the Babylonian Empire in 2000 BC. It was known for its Hanging Gardens and the Tower of Babel that was mentioned in the Bible. As the story goes, some of Saddam Hussein's military were looking for artifacts they could sell, when they discovered something that freaked them out, a worm hole or time portal. Once word leaked out, we learned about the WMDs.
I LOVE MY CAT SO MUCH: About six months ago I adopted a 4-year-old cat named Juliet from the shelter. She was so scared when I brought her home. She would run and hide whenever she heard a door open. It took awhile, but now she's the best apartment cat in the world. She likes to chill with me at my desk or on the sofa, and she'll snuggle up in bed at night. Thank you so much to the Spokane Humane Society for taking care of her until I could adopt her. If you're looking for a pet, consider an adult cat from the shelter. They need time and space to decompress but when their personality finally comes out it's so wonderful.
MS. M, DENTAL HYGIENIST: Thank you, dear teeth cleaner, for doing such a good job and indulging me as I rattled on and on. I admit visits make me nervous, but you are a good sport and a lovely addition to the team. Thank you!
THANKS FOR HELP: To the young men that saw my older husband struggling to get up the Columbia River bank after fishing, thanks for your help. Even though he declined, you picked up all his extra gear and followed him to his car. I really appreciate that people see someone (a Marine veteran, at that) who needs some help, and jump in without being asked. I appreciate you! -- His wife
THE BEST HUMAN: You are Spokane's Dog Sh*t Hero. You clean up our city for the greater good. You spread joy by smiling and saying hi to strangers. You hand out snacks to our hungry neighbors. You are incredible. Not to mention your stunning good looks. We are all glad shorts season is upon us. Happy Birthday Bubs, Spokane appreciates you.
RATHDRUM FOR THE WIN! Congratulations, Rathdrum Idaho residents. Telling the Developers No Thanks, Not interested! We like Rathdrum just like it is. Go find another place to colonize!
CHEERS TO THOSE WHO GROOVE: Cheers to folks who write about music for the Inlander! I've started listening to some wonderful bands thanks to your recommendations. And cheers to all the wonderful artists who bring music and good vibes to Spokane! I love you all!
DRED SCOTT V. SANDFORD: Dred Scott v. Sandford in 1857 was a landmark decision by the United States Supreme Court, which ruled that Black people were not American citizens and could not sue in a court of law. The Court ruled against Dred Scott, an enslaved black man who tried to sue for his freedom. The decision was considered by many legal scholars to be the worst ever rendered by the Supreme Court and has been widely denounced, both for how obviously racist the decision was and its crucial role in the start of the Civil War four years later. It was known as the Court's greatest self-inflicted wound. It was overturned by the 13th and 14th amendments in 1865/1866, which abolished slavery and declared all persons born in the United States to be citizens of the United States.
PATHETIC LOSERS: Dear Inlander. I beg of you, please stop with the jeers towards those of us who someone called pathetic losers because we choose other things such as rent, food, utilities, etc., instead of car tabs. I think we're all tired of it. My pathetic loser soul thanks you. Oh and for the writer who called us that? Maybe you should put your indignation and your high and mighty attitude towards something more constructive. Say, oh, I dunno, the fact that out democracy is in serious trouble? To get worked up over something so trivial as car tabs when our country is in serious trouble speaks volumes towards you. Personally I think you are the pathetic loser. Cheers :)
JEERS
OPTICS: When you are getting ready in the morning to go harass and arrest humans who came to America for refuge and hope, do you think as we all saw during covid of "No mask for me," cause ya'll seem to suddenly be the only ones wearing them. It's probably just the shame of your actions, ya know WWJD, and now masks are your jam! One reality check from citizen observation would be required clown paint to constitute your face covering, as we are all watching you in this circus already. You give humanity the creeps, just like all the worst clowns of history.HOMELESS SHELTER: So the lady from Jewel, was excited for the homeless to get to live and hangout near schools and parks, all the money she spent on lawyers to fight what the voters, voted for, she could have gotten a empty building on the South Hill or on North Division as for the Washington State Supreme Court Justices who probably don't live in Eastern Washington, and probably live in Gated Communities don't know anything about homeless in Spokane, so how is this Jewel lady able to get money to fight the voters in Spokane?
SPOKANE ZIPLINE? Jeers! While you have homeless dying in the streets, roads worse than Ukraine! Invisible police! PRIORITIES!
MORE TAB STUFF: Wowzers! Quoting the Bible to justify not buying your car tabs. There were no cars back in ancient times, but according to the Bible you are instructed to "render unto Caesar that which is Caesars and render unto God that which is Gods." Olympia is Caesar. How come Christ was born in Bethlehem? Because Mary and Joseph were there to PAY THEIR TAXES UNTO CAESAR. Quote the Bible all you want, but if you want to drive you better render unto Olympia.
RE: DUCKS: You are seriously whining about ducks in jeeps? Can I have your life please? Because if that's the biggest complaint that you have in life that somebody else has ducks in their car, I'd rather have that than cancer. But on a serious note, grow up and let people enjoy life. In fact, go outside and enjoy it yourself instead of crapping over other people's happiness. The state of the world is in turmoil and people are seriously out here crying about plastic ducks.
WITNESS A CON: It's an old political trick: under-fund, under-staff, and appoint unqualified leadership for government services, then complain bitterly about how ineffective they are (while hamstrung) and call for them to be abolished. Don't fall for this! Insist on adequate funding and qualified, dedicated leadership and you'll get good service from your government. ♦
