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Posted on 04/08/2011 5:59:12 AM PDT by Lucky9teen

What to Expect from a Government Shutdown

So there is the possibility of a government shutting down coming up. The Democrats seem to want it because they think it will be politically advantageous, but those guys would support a Nazi invasion of the U.S. if they thought politically advantageous to them. Still, I think maybe the government shutdown would be a good thing. I mean, if we just shut the whole thing down, that’s basically the only way to ensure we don’t spend anymore money. And maybe we can just declare bankruptcy on the federal government and forget all that debt and be done with it.

Anyway, here’s what to expect from a government shutdown:

* All legislators will now have to find real jobs, but there are few places that consider voting yes and no on lots of stuff as qualifying experience — and certainly they won’t be $200,000 a year for that.

* If you were dependent on any sort of welfare from the federal government, you’re probably gonna die. Sorry!

* With no federal government, there won’t be any enforced rules of engagement for troops overseas. In fact, you guys are just basically wandering ronin now. So if you see someone you think needs a killin’, just go ahead and shoot him.

* Obama will end up on the side of the road with a sign saying, “Will make impotent proclamations for food.”

* Federal prisons will shut down and all the prisoners will escape. They’ll probably have an easier time finding gainful employment than the legislators.

* U.S. currency will no longer be supported, so you’ll need to get your money in something that will last the government shutdown such as Facebook credits.

* Without the federal government, each state will now become an independent country. If your state wants to invade Kentucky and steal all its gold, you better be quick about it because I bet a lot of other states have the same idea.

* Without a big federal government to push everyone around, liberals won’t know what to do with themselves and will all die off during the winter. Too bad winter is about over so it will be a while until that happens.

* There will be no federal enforcement of borders, so it will be up to the states now without any outside interference. That means you can finally build that fence to keep Californians out.

* The U.S. Postal service will shutdown, which means you’ll only be able to use Netflix instant streaming as they’ll no longer be able to get you DVDs. If the post office shutting down affects you in any other way, then come on; get with this century, people.

* You know that guy who always yells at you when you try to climb the statue of Abraham Lincoln, well he ain’t gonna be there no more so no one is going to stop me!

Some people will then plot on how to get the federal government running again, but I think that’s pretty wrong-headed. Eventually, we should adjust just fine to no federal government and probably be better off in the long run. A federal government seemed like an interesting idea, but it was just unworkable. Well, let’s just dust off those Articles of Confederation and give those a try again.

So who has a truck and can help me steal a T-Rex from the Smithsonian?




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To: Lucky9teen

1.Do not walk behind me, for I may not lead. Do not walk ahead of me,

for I may not follow. Do not walk beside me, either. Just pretty

much leave me alone.

2. The journey of a thousand miles begins with a broken fan belt and leaky tire.

3. It’s always darkest before dawn. So if you’re going to steal
your neighbor’s newspaper, that’s the time to do it.

4. Don’t be irreplaceable. If you can’t be replaced, you can’t be
promoted.

5. Always remember that you’re unique. Just like everyone else.

6. Never test the depth of the water with both feet.

7. If you think nobody cares if you’re alive, try missing a couple of car payments.

8. Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes.
That way, when you criticize them, you’re a mile away and you have their shoes.

9. If at first you don’t succeed, skydiving is probably not for you.

10. Give a man a fish and he will eat for a day. Teach him how to
fish, and he will sit in a boat and drink beer all day .

11. If you lend someone $20 and never see that person again, it was
probably a wise investment.

12. If you tell the truth, you don’t have to remember anything.

13. Some days you’re the bug; some days you’re the windshield.

14. Everyone seems normal until you get to know them.

15. The quickest way to double your money is to fold it in half and put it back in your pocket.

16. A closed mouth gathers no foot.

17. Duct tape is like ‘The Force’. It has a light side and a dark
side, and it holds the universe together.

18. There are two theories to arguing with women. Neither one works.

19. Generally speaking, you aren’t learning much when your lips are moving .

20. Experience is something you don’t get until just after you need it.

21. Never miss a good chance to shut up.

22. Never, under any circumstances, take a sleeping pill and a laxative on the same night.


61 posted on 04/08/2011 10:42:54 AM PDT by sunny48
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To: Lucky9teen

Jeff Foxworthy........

1. You refine heroin for a living, but you have a moral objection to liquor.

You may be a Muslim

2. You own a $3,000 machine gun and $5,000 rocket launcher, but you can’t afford shoes..

You may be a Muslim

3. You have more wives than teeth.

You may be a Muslim

4. You wipe your butt with your bare hand, but consider bacon unclean.

You may be a Muslim

5. You think vests come in two styles: bullet-proof and suicide.

You may be a Muslim

6. You can’t think of anyone you haven’t declared Jihad against.

You may be a Muslim

7. You consider television dangerous, but routinely carry explosives in your clothing.

You may be a Muslim

8. You were amazed to discover that cell phones have uses other than setting off roadside bombs.

You may be a Muslim

9. You have nothing against women and think every man should own at least four.

You may be a Muslim

10. Your cousin is president of the United States .

You may be a Muslim

11. You find this offensive or racist and don’t forward it.

You may be a Muslim


62 posted on 04/08/2011 10:45:55 AM PDT by sunny48
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To: Lucky9teen

I found this shocking picture. It's a picture of the world's largest hand!!!

63 posted on 04/08/2011 10:48:55 AM PDT by CougarGA7
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To: Celtic Cross

Then you should like this one, Shopping in Texas
http://youtu.be/uaZMQ_B5DA4


64 posted on 04/08/2011 11:01:58 AM PDT by sunny48
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To: ErnBatavia

An elderly lady decided to give herself a big treat for her significant birthday
by staying overnight in one of London’s most expensive hotels.

When she checked out next morning, the desk clerk handed her a bill for £250.00.

She exploded and demanded to know why the charge was so high.
“It’s a nice hotel but the rooms certainly aren’t worth £250.00 for just an overnight stop
without even breakfast.”

The clerk told her that £250.00 is the ‘standard rate’ so she insisted on speaking
to the Manager.

The Manager appeared and, forewarned by the desk clerk, announced:
“The hotel has an Olympic-sized pool and a huge conference centre which
are available for use.”
‘But I didn’t use them,” she said.
‘’Well, they are here, and you could have,” explained the Manager.

He went on to explain that she could also have seen one of the in-hotel shows
for which the hotel is famous.
“We have the best entertainers from Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Aberdeen performing here,”
the Manager said.

“But I didn’t go to any of those shows,” she said.
“Well, we have them, and you could have,” the Manager replied..

No matter what amenity the Manager mentioned, she replied, “But I didn’t use it!”

The Manager was unmoved, so she decided to pay, wrote a cheque and gave it to
the Manager.

The Manager was surprised whenhe looked at the cheque.
“But madam, this cheque is only made out for £50.00.”’
‘That’s absolutely correct. I charged you £200.00 for sleeping with me,” she replied.

“But I didn’t ! “ exclaims the very surprised Manager.
“Well, too bad, I was here, and you could have.”


65 posted on 04/08/2011 11:03:55 AM PDT by sunny48
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To: Lucky9teen

I recently asked my friends’ little girl what she wanted to be when she grows
up. She said she wanted to be President of the United States.

Both of her parents, liberal Democrats, were standing there. So I asked
her, “If you were President, what would be the first thing you would do?”
She replied, “I’d give food and houses to all the homeless people.”
Her parents proudly beamed.

“Wow...what a worthy goal,” I told her. “But you
don’t have to wait until you’re President to do that. Tell you what - you can come
over to my house and mow the lawn, pull weeds, and sweep my driveway, and I’ll pay
you $50. Then I’ll take you over to the grocery store where the homeless guy
and give it to him so he can buy groceries and have money to save towards buying a new house. How about doing something wonderful like that?”

She thought that over for a few seconds, then she looked me straight in the eye
and asked, “Why doesn’t the homeless guy come over and do the work, and
you can just pay him the $50?”

I said, “Welcome to the Republican Party.”

Her parents still aren’t speaking to me.


66 posted on 04/08/2011 11:06:03 AM PDT by sunny48
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To: fredhead

Oh, that’ll buff right out.


67 posted on 04/08/2011 11:10:11 AM PDT by freedomlover (Make sure you're in love - before you move in the heavy stuff)
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To: sunny48
Government shut down pick up lines
68 posted on 04/08/2011 11:11:39 AM PDT by Lucky9teen (Jobs? Nope! Economy? Nope! Disarm the U.S? Yep! Impeach the treasonous Marxist Muslim usurper bast)
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To: Lucky9teen; KentTrappedInLiberalSeattle

X-Men Hangover.

69 posted on 04/08/2011 11:13:07 AM PDT by martin_fierro (< |:)~)
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To: Lucky9teen; KentTrappedInLiberalSeattle

X-Men Hangover.

70 posted on 04/08/2011 11:13:23 AM PDT by martin_fierro (< |:)~)
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To: martin_fierro

ack server fart


71 posted on 04/08/2011 11:14:23 AM PDT by martin_fierro (< |:)~)
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To: ShadowAce

I love the name of the website on that photo. I know if I went there I would waste ANOTHER hour of work.

Trying . . . not . . . to . . click . .


72 posted on 04/08/2011 11:14:56 AM PDT by freedomlover (Make sure you're in love - before you move in the heavy stuff)
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To: unique

Those are great. My favorites:

3. I totally take back all those times I didn’t want to nap when I was younger.

19. I love the sense of camaraderie when an entire line of cars team up to prevent a jerk from cutting in at the front - - Stay strong, brothers and sisters!


73 posted on 04/08/2011 12:06:42 PM PDT by r-q-tek86 ("It doesn't matter how smart you are if you don't stop and think" - Dr. Sowell)
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To: Lucky9teen

74 posted on 04/08/2011 12:28:15 PM PDT by Pride_of_the_Bluegrass
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To: Ronald_Magnus
Don’t think there’s enough material there to turn those rotors.

Oh, that's what they always say.

75 posted on 04/08/2011 12:30:35 PM PDT by tnlibertarian (Hey D. C., tax increases are not spending cuts. Nor do tax cuts constitute increased spending.)
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To: gimme1ibertee
Maxine is a genius.


76 posted on 04/08/2011 12:41:08 PM PDT by Lady Jag (Keep the 'ICk" in Democratic)
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To: r-q-tek86

77 posted on 04/08/2011 12:46:59 PM PDT by unique
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To: Arrowhead1952

I made the mistake of having my brakes done in Korea the day before Chu-sok holidays began. Half of one brake shoe came unbolted and the shoe flipped around. I had to use my parking brake to stop through half the city of Seoul.


78 posted on 04/08/2011 1:20:32 PM PDT by BerryDingle (I know how to deal with communists, I still wear their scars on my back from Hollywood-Ronald Reagan)
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To: BerryDingle

Being a mechanic has saved me a lot of worries and money. I do the brakes and a lot of other things on our vehicles. I quit changing oil, since I had trouble finding a station that would take the used oil.


79 posted on 04/08/2011 1:33:15 PM PDT by Arrowhead1952 (TX and MI - When the going gets tough, the dims run and hide.)
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To: Lucky9teen

Birth certificate! BIRTH CERTIFICATE!!
here, I'll show you a birth certificate.

80 posted on 04/08/2011 1:39:25 PM PDT by BerryDingle (I know how to deal with communists, I still wear their scars on my back from Hollywood-Ronald Reagan)
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