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by Moreta
Sat Sep 19, 2020 12:31 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Replies: 167
Views: 1778

Re: Ruth Bader Ginsburg

I don’t know where most of you live, but if you have republican senators, now is the time to call, write, fax, and email. I am despondent that this country let it come to this. My husband, trying to bring me comfort, suggested that perhaps Trump would wait on a nomination until after the election, t...
by Moreta
Thu Sep 17, 2020 11:18 am
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: 2020 Presidential Election: Joe Biden vs Whoever the Republicans Nominate
Replies: 2136
Views: 31675

Re: 2020 Presidential Election: Joe Biden vs Whoever the Republicans Nominate

Tell them Biden supports good cops, and nobody should support unchecked abuse of power, especially good cops. (I'm sure that will make you very popular in your department). But seriously, I feel for you having to bite your tongue and listen to them. I don’t bite my tongue. Everyone in my department...
by Moreta
Wed Sep 16, 2020 10:11 am
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: 2020 Presidential Election: Joe Biden vs Whoever the Republicans Nominate
Replies: 2136
Views: 31675

Re: 2020 Presidential Election: Joe Biden vs Whoever the Republicans Nominate

If i hear one more cop say they weren’t going to vote for Trump but Biden doesn’t support them so they have no choice...

Shut up Ponch. You voted for him before and nothing was going to stop you from doing it again.

I can’t wait to get out of this damn job.
by Moreta
Sat Sep 12, 2020 9:39 am
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Swamp Quarantine Movie Night - Wild Things (1998) , Thursday, June 18, 9 PM ET
Replies: 162
Views: 1457

Re: Swamp Quarantine Movie Night - Wild Things (1998) , Thursday, June 18, 9 PM ET

Need a woman here to tell us if Matt Dillon was sexy enough for a straight-laced cop to risk a case she was on the cusp of breaking to fuck. Moreta, if you're lurking... Yeah, so, this is late, but.... Absofuckinglutely. Also my law enforcement experience suggests that most (not all) women cops hav...
by Moreta
Thu Sep 12, 2019 6:38 am
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Final Jeopardy! Challenge, Season 36 September '19
Replies: 112
Views: 7167

Re: Final Jeopardy! Challenge, Season 36 September '19

L-Jam 1-1
Brian 1-1
Pruitt 1-1
bfj 1-1
Carwash 2-0
Syb 0-2
AB 0-2
Giff 0-2
Moreta 1-1

Wrong on the first, right on the second.
by Moreta
Tue Aug 27, 2019 3:55 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Random Politics
Replies: 9202
Views: 462511

Re: Random Politics

This family situation definitely sounds like some Quiverful bullshit.
by Moreta
Sat Aug 10, 2019 11:02 am
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Jeffrey Epstein
Replies: 98
Views: 12945

Re: Jeffrey Epstein

I doubt he was even on suicide watch. The previous attempt was 3 weeks ago- it is likely that a determination was made in that time that he was no longer an imminent risk.

I hope they can charge Maxwell. I hope these victims get to see *someone* held accountable for this depravity.

Eat the rich.
by Moreta
Wed Jul 17, 2019 12:18 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Racism
Replies: 1519
Views: 80156

Re: Racism

I went to Detroit public schools and had a fair number of black teachers and a couple of Asian teachers, but I’m willing to bet that the majority of my teachers were still white women despite a significant majority of the city being black. I don’t remember ever having a Latinx teacher- my Spanish te...
by Moreta
Fri Feb 01, 2019 5:55 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: The I need to buy a house thread
Replies: 1347
Views: 43326

Re: The I need to buy a house thread

School district Square footage: enough for kid, extra kid, and bonus kid. Sidewalks, relatively level to assist with learning to bike Main floor/bedroom level laundry. Honestly, plus extra laundry in basement/utility area, but I know that’s unreasonable. I like ranches with bedrooms and entertaining...
by Moreta
Sat Jan 05, 2019 10:01 am
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Home Repairs
Replies: 1559
Views: 108192

Re: Home Repairs

Looks really great! I’m living with a painfully outdated kitchen because I can’t face all the decisions I’d have to make in the process. My daughter just bought a condo after a minor flip (new paint everywhere, new flooring everywhere, new bathroom vanities, but not much of substance done) and has d...
by Moreta
Sat Dec 22, 2018 11:29 am
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Man's Best Friend
Replies: 2243
Views: 103260

Re: Man's Best Friend

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Happy Seasonal Holidays, from Moreta and the gang.
by Moreta
Thu Nov 29, 2018 10:15 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Why Do Local Cops Need Camoflauge?
Replies: 862
Views: 56848

Re: Why Do Local Cops Need Camoflauge?

At least Detroit isn’t alone I guess.

https://www.npr.org/2018/11/29/67205519 ... -colleague
by Moreta
Sun Nov 25, 2018 8:46 am
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Why Do Local Cops Need Camoflauge?
Replies: 862
Views: 56848

Re: Why Do Local Cops Need Camoflauge?

So embarrassing. But also unsurprising.
by Moreta
Mon Nov 12, 2018 11:44 am
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Swamp RimWorld 2019
Replies: 262
Views: 10541

Re: Swamp RimWorld 2018: The Return

This was hilarious. I’m glad it’s back.
by Moreta
Fri Oct 19, 2018 3:22 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: 2018 Midterm Elections
Replies: 417
Views: 11950

Re: 2018 Midterm Elections

I live in Michigan’s 11th congressional district and I have never been so glad I don’t watch much broadcast TV. The ads during the football games have been relentless.

That said, I’m canvassing tomorrow.
by Moreta
Mon Sep 17, 2018 10:49 am
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Random Politics
Replies: 9202
Views: 462511

Re: Random Politics

Flake and Corker are calling for a delay until she can tell her story. Whether or not that makes a difference, it's something. I heard the delay is really because they don't yet have the votes to confirm. Murkowski told my mom last week that she’s a no, but she hasn’t said anything like that public...
by Moreta
Fri Sep 14, 2018 9:03 am
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Help a swamper out
Replies: 199
Views: 9050

Re: Help a swamper out

That was awful. But 3 votes from me!
by Moreta
Sun Sep 09, 2018 4:57 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: 2018 MLB Week 1
Replies: 863
Views: 27351

Re: 2018 MLB Week 1

The Tigers organization has been pretty bad at baseball of late but they did a stellar job with their event planning around the jersey retirements for Morris and Trammell and the 50th anniversary of the ‘68 championship.
by Moreta
Tue Aug 21, 2018 5:56 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: The Indictment Thread (Trump Admin Meltdown Thread Part II)
Replies: 3501
Views: 104037

Re: The Indictment Thread (Trump Admin Meltdown Thread Part II)



There’s always a tweet. Courtesy of Vox, who dug it up.
by Moreta
Fri Aug 17, 2018 3:00 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Real or The Onion?
Replies: 261
Views: 24762

Re: Real or The Onion?

rass wrote: Fri Aug 17, 2018 2:48 pm Moreta: Dammit, late again!

Mr Moreta: Oh shit...
A+++
by Moreta
Fri Aug 17, 2018 2:23 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Real or The Onion?
Replies: 261
Views: 24762

Re: Real or The Onion?

Just came here to post that too. :-D
by Moreta
Sun Aug 12, 2018 4:26 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: 2018 MLB Week 1
Replies: 863
Views: 27351

Re: 2018 MLB Week 1

Fun game at the Copa today. The Tigers retired Jack Morris’s number. They also managed to win despite all efforts to the contrary.
by Moreta
Sat Aug 11, 2018 9:06 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: The Indictment Thread (Trump Admin Meltdown Thread Part II)
Replies: 3501
Views: 104037

Re: The Indictment Thread (Trump Admin Meltdown Thread Part II)

Still the not-so-subtle nod to “all types of racism” though. Maybe Stephen Miller wrote it.
by Moreta
Tue Aug 07, 2018 3:00 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Jeeves Sucks. Vacuum recommendations?
Replies: 14
Views: 618

Re: Jeeves Sucks. Vacuum recommendations?

We've had a Kenmore for at least 10 years, it is a beast. I’m on my second Kenmore canister vacuum. The first one is still in use at my father in law’s house. It is 20 years old. I love them. They can get all the way under a bed with no fiddling with attachments. All the attachments store on board ...
by Moreta
Thu Jul 19, 2018 6:55 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Dinner
Replies: 186
Views: 8430

Re: Dinner

mister d wrote: Thu Jul 19, 2018 5:50 pm 2. We agree bacon is on the safe edge of refrigerated foods you'd eat past expiration, right?
Definitely.
by Moreta
Mon Jul 16, 2018 4:44 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Podcasts
Replies: 1415
Views: 136562

Re: Podcasts

She brought up that institutional racism knows no one party and that if Republicans are defeated inevitably Democrat flavored racism will rule. She gave an example that a particular proposition passed in LA to give money to build some homes for the homeless. The city council, mayor, and others redi...
by Moreta
Tue Jul 10, 2018 10:32 am
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Movies
Replies: 4662
Views: 289590

Re: Movies

Nonlinear FC wrote: Mon Jul 09, 2018 11:56 am
I mean, I'm a total Paul Rudd mark, and Evnageline Lilly is SO CUTE
I had to double check to see if I posted this.

The movie was fun. Definitely one you shouldn’t overthink (as was the first one) but fun.
by Moreta
Thu Jul 05, 2018 8:18 am
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Changing user name?
Replies: 47
Views: 1695

Re: Changing user name?

Odd meaning incredibly good, if he likes Thin Lizzy? :) Damn good, especially for a 17 year old! We took a short road trip yesterday and he managed the playlist. We had Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Wonder, Queen, Dire Straits, and a lot of Dave Brubeck. I think I’ll keep him, even if he did throw Despacit...
by Moreta
Thu Jul 05, 2018 7:51 am
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Changing user name?
Replies: 47
Views: 1695

Re: Changing user name?

RSmith wrote: Wed Jul 04, 2018 6:44 pm
Moreta wrote: Wed Jul 04, 2018 5:58 pm Elizabeth is sometimes Beth to her family and Lizzy (heaven help her) to her friends.
Call it a tribute to Phil Lynott. :)
Her 17 year old brother would appreciate that. He’s got odd taste in music.
by Moreta
Wed Jul 04, 2018 5:58 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Changing user name?
Replies: 47
Views: 1695

Re: Changing user name?

I have a Keith and a Noah (no readily available diminutive). I also have a Madeline who insists on the full name (“I am NOT Maddy!”). Benjamin is Ben to his family and Bench to his friends and Elizabeth is sometimes Beth to her family and Lizzy (heaven help her) to her friends. My oldest was Joey to...
by Moreta
Wed Jul 04, 2018 2:15 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Changing user name?
Replies: 47
Views: 1695

Re: Changing user name?

Johnny Carwash wrote: Tue Jul 03, 2018 9:21 am Saying this as a(nother) Dave: Don't trust any adult who goes by "David" instead of the short form.
Chief of my department insists on the full David. I still call him Dave. Definitely don’t trust him.
by Moreta
Fri Jun 29, 2018 6:05 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: 2018 MLB Week 1
Replies: 863
Views: 27351

Re: 2018 MLB Week 1

The clubhouse attendant is the son of a high school friend of mine. I’m glad he was fired and there was no half assed suspension instead. That kid loves his job more than life and this broke him.
by Moreta
Thu Jun 28, 2018 5:24 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Man's Best Friend
Replies: 2243
Views: 103260

Re: Man's Best Friend

This is Bootsie from last week. She had ACL repair surgery today but is still a very cool dog.
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by Moreta
Tue Jun 19, 2018 8:26 am
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Movies
Replies: 4662
Views: 289590

Re: Movies

Incredibles 2 was highly enjoyable. I wish I had shown up late and missed the animated short that preceded it though. Man, Pixar knows how to punch me right in the gut.
by Moreta
Sun Jun 17, 2018 4:12 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Swamp Out of the Park Baseball 2018 - FINAL AWARDS & SEASON WRAP-UP
Replies: 667
Views: 22081

Re: Swamp Out of the Park Baseball 2018 - WEEK 11 UPDATE

I am impressed with my recent performance.

by Moreta
Mon Apr 30, 2018 3:01 pm
Forum: The Swamp
Topic: Random Thoughts About Thoughts Random
Replies: 8826
Views: 409557

Re: Random Thoughts About Thoughts Random

Can I just say how glad I am that you guys are so accepting of therapy and even encouraging it? I think there might be hope for humanity yet.

Johnnie, I hope this leads to you being in a better place, both physically and emotionally. <3