Showing posts with label Videos. Show all posts
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A Conversation?
Two guys having a ... conversation. Of sorts. Brought to you by the guy who did the terrific "It's not about the nail" video.
Back in the olden times . . .
. . . when we still asked Congress to declare war:
Mr. Vice President, Mr. Speaker, Members of the Senate, and of the House of Representatives:
Yesterday, December 7th, 1941 -- a date which will live in infamy -- the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan.
The United States was at peace with that nation and, at the solicitation of Japan, was still in conversation with its government and its emperor looking toward the maintenance of peace in the Pacific.
Indeed, one hour after Japanese air squadrons had commenced bombing in the American island of Oahu, the Japanese ambassador to the United States and his colleague delivered to our Secretary of State a formal reply to a recent American message. And while this reply stated that it seemed useless to continue the existing diplomatic negotiations, it contained no threat or hint of war or of armed attack.
It will be recorded that the distance of Hawaii from Japan makes it obvious that the attack was deliberately planned many days or even weeks ago. During the intervening time, the Japanese government has deliberately sought to deceive the United States by false statements and expressions of hope for continued peace.
The attack yesterday on the Hawaiian islands has caused severe damage to American naval and military forces. I regret to tell you that very many American lives have been lost. In addition, American ships have been reported torpedoed on the high seas between San Francisco and Honolulu.
Yesterday, the Japanese government also launched an attack against Malaya.
Last night, Japanese forces attacked Hong Kong.
Last night, Japanese forces attacked Guam.
Last night, Japanese forces attacked the Philippine Islands.
Last night, the Japanese attacked Wake Island.
And this morning, the Japanese attacked Midway Island.
Japan has, therefore, undertaken a surprise offensive extending throughout the Pacific area. The facts of yesterday and today speak for themselves. The people of the United States have already formed their opinions and well understand the implications to the very life and safety of our nation.
As commander in chief of the Army and Navy, I have directed that all measures be taken for our defense. But always will our whole nation remember the character of the onslaught against us.
No matter how long it may take us to overcome this premeditated invasion, the American people in their righteous might will win through to absolute victory.
I believe that I interpret the will of the Congress and of the people when I assert that we will not only defend ourselves to the uttermost, but will make it very certain that this form of treachery shall never again endanger us.
Hostilities exist. There is no blinking at the fact that our people, our territory, and our interests are in grave danger.
With confidence in our armed forces, with the unbounding determination of our people, we will gain the inevitable triumph -- so help us God.
I ask that the Congress declare that since the unprovoked and dastardly attack by Japan on Sunday, December 7th, 1941, a state of war has existed between the United States and the Japanese empire.
Mr. Vice President, Mr. Speaker, Members of the Senate, and of the House of Representatives:
Yesterday, December 7th, 1941 -- a date which will live in infamy -- the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan.
The United States was at peace with that nation and, at the solicitation of Japan, was still in conversation with its government and its emperor looking toward the maintenance of peace in the Pacific.
Indeed, one hour after Japanese air squadrons had commenced bombing in the American island of Oahu, the Japanese ambassador to the United States and his colleague delivered to our Secretary of State a formal reply to a recent American message. And while this reply stated that it seemed useless to continue the existing diplomatic negotiations, it contained no threat or hint of war or of armed attack.
It will be recorded that the distance of Hawaii from Japan makes it obvious that the attack was deliberately planned many days or even weeks ago. During the intervening time, the Japanese government has deliberately sought to deceive the United States by false statements and expressions of hope for continued peace.
The attack yesterday on the Hawaiian islands has caused severe damage to American naval and military forces. I regret to tell you that very many American lives have been lost. In addition, American ships have been reported torpedoed on the high seas between San Francisco and Honolulu.
Yesterday, the Japanese government also launched an attack against Malaya.
Last night, Japanese forces attacked Hong Kong.
Last night, Japanese forces attacked Guam.
Last night, Japanese forces attacked the Philippine Islands.
Last night, the Japanese attacked Wake Island.
And this morning, the Japanese attacked Midway Island.
Japan has, therefore, undertaken a surprise offensive extending throughout the Pacific area. The facts of yesterday and today speak for themselves. The people of the United States have already formed their opinions and well understand the implications to the very life and safety of our nation.
As commander in chief of the Army and Navy, I have directed that all measures be taken for our defense. But always will our whole nation remember the character of the onslaught against us.
No matter how long it may take us to overcome this premeditated invasion, the American people in their righteous might will win through to absolute victory.
I believe that I interpret the will of the Congress and of the people when I assert that we will not only defend ourselves to the uttermost, but will make it very certain that this form of treachery shall never again endanger us.
Hostilities exist. There is no blinking at the fact that our people, our territory, and our interests are in grave danger.
With confidence in our armed forces, with the unbounding determination of our people, we will gain the inevitable triumph -- so help us God.
I ask that the Congress declare that since the unprovoked and dastardly attack by Japan on Sunday, December 7th, 1941, a state of war has existed between the United States and the Japanese empire.
End-of-week wrapup
Yes, folks, it's the end of the week for me. I only have internet access when I'm at work (thanks to a dead power cord and my penchant for taking things apart, I don't have a laptop anymore) and I'm only at work until 2pm today. So here's some fun to keep you going: 1 video, 1 article, and 1 blog to follow. If you ration yourself, this should last all weekend.
The video:
A russian version of Winnie the Pooh. No, not Disney with Russian dub or subtitles. A Russian version, which is ever so much cuter than the other ones.
The article:
Tom Wright has a terrific piece on the recent antics by American Episcopalians. (HT The Gadfly). You should read the whole thing for yourself, but here are a few of the gems:
The appeal to justice as a way of cutting the ethical knot in favour of including active homosexuals in Christian ministry simply begs the question. Nobody has a right to be ordained: it is always a gift of sheer and unmerited grace.
We must insist, too, on the distinction between inclination and desire on the one hand and activity on the other — a distinction regularly obscured by references to “homosexual clergy” and so on. We all have all kinds of deep-rooted inclinations and desires. The question is, what shall we do with them? One of the great Prayer Book collects asks God that we may “love the thing which thou commandest, and desire that which thou dost promise”. That is always tough, for all of us. Much easier to ask God to command what we already love, and promise what we already desire. But much less like the challenge of the Gospel.
Contrary to some who have recently adopted the phrase, there is already a “fellowship of confessing Anglicans”. It is called the Anglican Communion. The Episcopal Church is now distancing itself from that fellowship
The blog to follow: How Books Got Their Titles.
For example, under "While England Slept by Winston Churchill" you will discover that
Churchill suggested The Years of the Locust, but the cable operator garbled the message and it arrived as The Years of the Lotus. Putnam’s were puzzled. They knew that the lotus was a plant famous for its soporific properties, and, in an attempt to give a sense of this, settled on While England Slept.
More videos to make the heart glad
This made my week in so many ways.
This is how springtime should feel. (not that it does, but it should)
I dare you to not smile by the end of this . . . even if you don't like Coldplay.
Things to do before I die, part 2.
Last time we addressed this subject, I wanted to fly. This time, I just want to stay on the trail:
Known as the “Number One Precipitous Mountain under Heaven”, Mount Huashan proudly lives up to its reputation through its incredibly dangerous hiking trail. That’s what you have to keep in mind if you plan to tackle this beast: Huashan Trail is not about mountain-climbing but hiking. As such, you don’t get to use special equipment that could save your life - it’s just you, the mountain and if you think ahead, a pair of gloves.
Doesn't it sound like a blast?
Network Television's 3-Step Guide to Getting Rid of Unwanted Candidates
Hilary's Bosnia Blunder (or, How CBS Gave Mrs. Clinton the Shove)
It certainly seems like CBS has decided to throw their lot in with Obama once and for all. Of course, they could prove me wrong by running back-to-back devastatingly-worded exposès of the senator from Illinois, but global cooling hasn't reached all the way down There yet.
Step Zero: Ammunition
Step One: Friendly Fire
Step Two: Shooting the Wounded
HT: Right Mind
It certainly seems like CBS has decided to throw their lot in with Obama once and for all. Of course, they could prove me wrong by running back-to-back devastatingly-worded exposès of the senator from Illinois, but global cooling hasn't reached all the way down There yet.
The Guide
Step Zero: Ammunition
Step One: Friendly Fire
Step Two: Shooting the Wounded
HT: Right Mind
Rundown of Break:
Spring break. For many, a time to show some assets on the beaches of far-off exotic places like Cancun or Florida. For me, a time to help remodel the restaurant, get a Country Redwood spray tan courtesy of the deck stain, and drag myself home exhausted every night. That doesn't leave a whole ton of energy for anything, so I've been watching YouTube. A lot. Here are my recent discoveries:
How To Tie A Bow Tie
because I've always wondered . . .
Feist -- 1 2 3 4
it's so fun!
Will Ferrell in "The Producers"
I watched the old version, and started finding all the clips I could. The new one looks terrible, except for this bit
Brush Up Your Shakespeare
watching The Producers also started me on a broadway kick, but I couldn't find a better version of this song than from the movie
Stephen Colbert pays tribute to Brett Favre
in my grief, this was a shining beacon of solace
How To Tie A Bow Tie
because I've always wondered . . .
Feist -- 1 2 3 4
it's so fun!
Will Ferrell in "The Producers"
I watched the old version, and started finding all the clips I could. The new one looks terrible, except for this bit
Brush Up Your Shakespeare
watching The Producers also started me on a broadway kick, but I couldn't find a better version of this song than from the movie
Stephen Colbert pays tribute to Brett Favre
in my grief, this was a shining beacon of solace
Mel Brooks makes me laugh!
I watched The Producers for the first time on Sunday, and this is my absolute favorite scene. =D
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