Wow, I should really get back on this blog thing.  I have a lot of crap in my brain, and it would be better if I could find an external storage space for some, if not most, of it.

Did I miss a memo?

Can someone please explain to me the sudden dissapearance of  "you're" from the English language?  Its place is being filled for the time being by "your," which is unfortunately not quite up to the job.  Release "you're" from whatever dark dungeon it's being held in, and return it to common usage.

post Kip ergo propter Kim

Toiletries were banned on planes, and no planes blew up, therefore we thwarted imminent attacks by liquid mixing bombers.  Um, no.  And yes, Kip Hawley is an idiot.

I am reminded of this exchange:

Homer: Not a bear in sight. The "Bear Patrol" is working like a charm!
Lisa: That's specious reasoning, Dad.
Homer: [uncomprehendingly] Thanks, honey.
Lisa: By your logic, I could claim that this rock keeps tigers away.
Homer: Hmm. How does it work?
Lisa: It doesn't work. (pause) It's just a stupid rock!
Homer: Uh-huh.
Lisa: But I don't see any tigers around, do you?
Homer: (pause) Lisa, I want to buy your rock.

Good Day

Dawkins and Harris both have new books out. And I can take my oh so dangerous tootpaste and moisturizer on planes again. All in all, a pretty good day.