| the first picture is from "Thunderpants" |
This is a place where I write and post links and occasionally rant. Enjoy it, but not too much ;)
Raquel Villain.
the pontification station
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
In Current News,
Hello my faithful minions readers. It's been an interesting week. First of all, we had the royal wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton, which blew up my Facebook feed and made it impossible to ignore. Now I guess I can understand how it might excite some people to see some royal ass British people get hitched but from a strictly peasant-American standpoint, I really. Just. Didn't. Give a shit.
Congrats to them, etc., but weddings are usually boring as fuck even when you know the people, and so I avoided watching the televised ceremony. The only good part about weddings is the receptions. Where is the televised Royal Get-Smashed On Expensive Champagne Afterparty? Now that I could get in on.
In other news, you may or may not have heard about the death of Osama bin Laden. Oh wait, you did? It was kind of a big deal, especially considering the guy has been harder to find than Waldo and Carmen San Diego combined for the past ten years.
I'm kind of unsure how to feel about this. I mean, I understand that people see it as an act of much-deserved vengeance for our country. That's understandable. But rejoicing in the death of a person like your birthday came early is barbaric, to say the least. We as a country should be sad that hatred and terrorism has caused so much death and despair. We should defend ourselves against those who threaten us, but not take joy in the offense. In my highly professional and political opinion (lawl), we haven't yet resolved this issue. bin Laden is just one guy who's been pretty low on the radar for ten years. It seems like many express their approval of his death with the irreverent pride of a kid who finally starts winning at hide-and-seek.
And how about the way certain strictly-Republican individuals have started praising Obama? (I'm looking at you, Rush Limbaugh.) Republicans HATE Obama. This seems to be part of an agenda, and I don't like it.
So. Weddings and funerals. What's next for this week?
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| Appetizing, no? |
In other news, you may or may not have heard about the death of Osama bin Laden. Oh wait, you did? It was kind of a big deal, especially considering the guy has been harder to find than Waldo and Carmen San Diego combined for the past ten years.
I'm kind of unsure how to feel about this. I mean, I understand that people see it as an act of much-deserved vengeance for our country. That's understandable. But rejoicing in the death of a person like your birthday came early is barbaric, to say the least. We as a country should be sad that hatred and terrorism has caused so much death and despair. We should defend ourselves against those who threaten us, but not take joy in the offense. In my highly professional and political opinion (lawl), we haven't yet resolved this issue. bin Laden is just one guy who's been pretty low on the radar for ten years. It seems like many express their approval of his death with the irreverent pride of a kid who finally starts winning at hide-and-seek.
And how about the way certain strictly-Republican individuals have started praising Obama? (I'm looking at you, Rush Limbaugh.) Republicans HATE Obama. This seems to be part of an agenda, and I don't like it.
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| "Wanna see a dead body?" |
Okay, so after my little rant about how we shouldn't rejoice in death, I must admit I have a morbid sense of humor. Um, see above. So although I don't totally agree on his sentiments about the situation, here's an amusing clip of Jon Stewart on the Daily Show.
So. Weddings and funerals. What's next for this week?
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
1000 Views! Do you know what this means? Harry Potter Party!!
Wow guys! One thousand views!! It is really such an honor!
It makes me wonder: who reads this thing? I don't really get a lot of comments on the posts, and while I love the fact that people even look at my blog, I would love it even more if you all commented! So if you've been on here a few times and like it, why not leave a comment on your favorite post? You can even be anonymous if you're shy. ;)
But enough rambling!
It's time for what you've all been waiting for.
Enjoy!
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| The title to this was "Don't be a stranger, Hermione Granger." |
Okay, now it's your turn to put the best Harry Potter comics,memes, gifs, and so forth in the comments so I can add them to one of the future blogs! I'll even give you credit if you so desire.
Siriusly.
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Quake with fear, you tiny fools.
I had this exact same Godzilla doll when I was a kid. Where did it go?! I never got around to feeding it Peep victims.
Hey cellar smellers, this berries Flapper Dictionary will show you how to be a real bee's knees weed. Then you can put on your whangdoodle and throw a blow.
Disclaimer: This list was stolen unabashedly from this here blog.
Absent Treatment—Dancing with a bashful partner.
Airedale—A homely man.
Alarm Clock—Chaperone.
Anchor—Box of flowers.
Apple Knocker—A hick; a hay-shaker.
Apple Sauce--Flattery; bunk.
Barlow—A girl, a flapper, a chicken.
Bank’s Closed—No petting allowed; no kisses.
Barneymugging—Lovemaking.
Bee’s Knees—See “Cat’s Pajamas”
Bell Polisher—A young man addicted to lingering in vestibules at 1 a.m.
Bean Picker—One who patches up trouble and picks up spilled beans.
Berry Patch—A man’s particular interest in a girl.
Berries—Great.
Biscuit—A pettable flapper.
Big Timer—(n. masc.)—A charmer able to convince his sweetie that a jollier thing would be to get a snack in an armchair lunchroom; a romantic.
Billboard—Flashy man or woman.
Blushing Violet—A publicity hound.
Blouse—To go.
Blow—Wild party.
Blaah—No good.
Boob Tickler—Girl who entertains father’s out-of-town customers.
Brush Ape—Anyone from the sticks; a country Jake.
Brooksy—Classy dresser
Bust—A man who makes his living in the prize ring, a pugilist.
Bun Duster—See “Cake Eater”.
Bush Hounds—Rustics and others outside of the Flapper pale.
Cancelled Stamp—A wallflower.
Cake Basket—A limousine.
Cake Eater—See “Crumb Gobbler”
Cat’s Particulars—The acme of perfection; anything that’s good
Cat’s Pajamas—Anything that’s good
Cellar Smeller—A young man who always turns up where liquor is to be had without cost.
Clothesline—One who tells neighborhood secrets.
Corn Shredder—Young man who dances on a girl’s feet.
Crepe Hanger—Reformer.
Crumb Gobbler—Slightly sissy tea hound.
Crasher—Anyone who comes to parties uninvited.
Crashing Party—Party where several young men in a group go uninvited.
Cuddle Cootie—Young man who takes a girl for a ride on a bus, gas wagon or automobile.
Cuddler—One who likes petting.
Dapper—A flapper’s father.
Dewdropper—Young man who does not work, and sleeps all day.
Dincher—A half-smoked cigarette.
Dingle Dangler—One who insists on telephoning.
Dipe Ducat—A subway ticket.
Dimbox—A taxicab.
Di Mi—Goodness.
Dogs—Feet.
Dog Kennels—Pair of shoes.
Dropping the Pilot—Getting a divorce.
Dumbdora—Stupid girl.
Duck’s Quack—The best thing ever.
Ducky—General term of approbation.
Dud—Wallflower.
Dudding Up—Dressing.
Dumbbell-Wall flower with little brains.
Dumkuff—General term for being “nutty” or “batty”.
Edisoned—Being asked a lot of questions.
Egg Harbor—Free dance.
Embalmer—A bootlegger.
Eye Opener—A marriage.
Father Time—Any man over 30 years of age.
Face Stretcher—Old maid who tries to look younger.
Feathers—Light conversation.
Fire Extinguisher—A chaperone.
Finale Hopper—Young man who arrives after everything is paid for.
Fire Alarm—Divorced woman.
Fire Bell—Married woman.
Flap—Girl
Flat Shoes—Fight between a Flapper and her Goof
Fluky—Funny, odd, peculiar; different.
Flatwheeler—Slat shy of money; takes girls to free affairs.
Floorflusher—Inveterate dance hound.
Flour Lover—Girl who powders too freely.
Forty-Niner—Man who is prospecting for a rich wife.
Frog’s Eyebrows—Nice, fine.
Gander—Process of duding up.
Green Glorious—Money and checks.
Gimlet—A chronic bore.
Given the Air—When a girl or fellow is thrown down on a date.
Give Your Knee—Cheek-to-cheek or toe-to-toe dancing.
Goofy—To be in love with, or attracted to. Example: “I’m goofy about Jack.”
Goat’s Whiskers—See “Cat’s Particulars”
Goof—Sweetie.
Grummy—In the dumps, shades or blue.
Grubber—One who always borrows cigarettes.
Handcuff—Engagement ring.
Hen Coop—A beauty parlor.
His Blue Serge—His sweetheart.
Highjohn—Young man friend; sweetie, cutey, highboy.
Hopper—Dancer.
Houdini—To be on time for a date.
Horse Prancer—See “Corn Shredder”.
Hush Money—Allowance from father.
Jane—A girl who meets you on the stoop.
Johnnie Walker—Guy who never hires a cab.
Kitten’s Ankles—See “Cat’s Particulars”.
Kluck—Dumb, but happy.
Lap—Drink.
Lallygagger—A young man addicted to attempts at hallway spooning.
Lens Louise—A person given to monopolizing conversation.
Lemon Squeezer—An elevator.
Low Lid—The opposite of highbrow.
Mad Money—Carfare home if she has a fight with her escort.
Meringue—Personality.
Monkey’s Eyebrows—See “Cat’s Particulars”.
Monog—A young person of either sex who is goofy about only one person at a time.
Monologist—Young man who hates to talk about himself.
Mustard Plaster—Unwelcome guy who sticks around.
Munitions—Face powder and rouge.
Mug—To osculate or kiss.
Necker—A petter who puts her arms around a boy’s neck.
Noodle Juice—Tea.
Nosebaggery—Restaurant.
Nut Cracker—Policeman’s nightstick.
Obituary Notice—Dunning letter.
Oilcan—An imposter.
Orchid—Anything that is expensive.
Out on Parole—A person who has been divorced.
Petting Pantry—Movie.
Petting Party—A party devoted to hugging.
Petter—A loveable person; one who enjoys to caress.
Pillow Case—Young man who is full of feathers.
Police Dog—Young man to whom one is engaged.
Potato—A young man shy of brains.
Ritzy Burg—Not classy.
Ritz—Stuck-up.
Rock of Ages—Any woman over 30 years of age.
Rug Hopper—Young man who never takes a girl out. A parlor hound.
Sap—A Flapper term for floorflusher.
Scandal—A short term for Scandal Walk.
Scandaler—A dance floor fullback. The interior of a dreadnaught hat, Piccadilly shoes with open plumbing, size 13.
Seetie—Anybody a flapper hates.
Sharpshooter—One who spends much and dances well.
Shifter—Another species of flapper.
Show Case—Rich man’s wife with jewels.
Sip—Flapper term for female Hopper.
Slat—See “Highjohn”; “Goof”.
Slimp—Cheapskate or “one way guy”.
Smith Brothers—Guys who never cough up.
Smoke Eater—A girl cigarette user.
Smooth—Guy who does not keep his word.
Snake—To call a victim with vampire arms.
Snuggleup—A man fond of petting and petting parties.
Sod Buster—An undertaker.
Stilts—Legs.
Stander—Victim of a female grafter.
Static—Conversations that mean nothing.
Strike Breaker—A young woman who goes with her friend’s “Steady” while there is a coolness.
Swan—Glide gracefully.
Tomato—A young woman shy of brains.
Trotzky (sic)—Old lady with a moustache and chin whiskers.
Umbrella—young man any girl can borrow for the evening.
Urban Set—Her new gown.
Walk In—Young man who goes to a party without being invited.
Weasel—Girl stealer.
Weed—Flapper who takes risks.
Weeping Willow—See “Crepe Hanger”
Whangdoodle—Jazz-band music.
Whiskbroom—Any man who wears whiskers.
Wind Sucker—Any person given to boasting.
Wurp—Killjoy or drawback.
*P,LSB = Poor, Long-Suffering Bride
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
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