Posted on 12/10/2015 1:17:32 PM PST by ArGee
Raqqa, Syria
Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the leader of the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant, also known as ISIS, announced today that he would be disbanding all forces and returning all land to Syria and Iraq. The move was prompted by the ongoing Climate Conference in Paris.
"This is one thing we could not have anticipated," Mr. al-Baghdadi said in prepared remarks. "When we see the world coming together like this on such a dangerous subject as Global Climate Change, we realize that our Caliphate will never survive. It's only a matter of time before Climate Change is no more and the world's attention turns to us. At that point, we will have no chance. For the sake of the men, women, and children who have supported us, I can not continue a doomed campaign."
An emotional al-Baghdadi did not take any questions.
Sources close to al-Baghdadi who spoke on the condition of anonymity told us that it was becoming more and more difficult to recruit new fighters. "Even our existing people are extremely demoralized," one said. "The words of Donald Trump himself can not overcome our dispair."
According to their press release, surrender is total and immediate. Fighters are being paid and sent home by division. Any remaining money will be put into a fund to resettle Christians and Yazidis who have been displaced by the war.
"We thought the world was fragmented," one strategist was overheard saying to himself. "Who knew it could come together like this? This is a stinging rebuke."
So far there has been no comment from Damascus, Baghdad, Moscow, or Washington. One source inside the Kremlin said, "We are waiting to see if there will be any follow-up action. We want to make sure this is real before we decide on our next steps."
Well, sounds like a plan. I’m going to cut Frank’s toenails, just so you know in advance what the screaming is ...
Oh...thanks for the warning. I thought it was a neighbor in distress!
Now to bake the bread!
To see the very animated version of the raccoon sweeper go here
I did the people stuff... https://imgur.com/gallery/l1a8uQO
LOL!
“I did my trick, now treat me!”
Cheaper than a roombah and more entertaining...mebbe, depends on your cat
So much floof today! Sensory overload! Fangs!
I ordered the sock monkey from Amazon, and as of this morning, the money hadn’t been taken out of my account and I needed to make sure I had enough for a haircut and maybe some grocks.
So I cancelled the order, went to eBay, and found the same thing for $10 less AND free shipping. So it will be here a week from today. YAY!!!
Now when I take Chuck to Smith’s, this morning, I may be able to find something for me, too!
The bread is a failure. I think I didn’t put enough flour in it. But I can throw it out and start over. Yes I can.
I saw some “suggestions” based on the purchase of the sock monkey, and they were patterns. I think I will go back and look at some, so I can finally try out my new Singer!
Good news about the sock monkey, but sorry about the bread.
Back from my prayer group, next trip is to the gym. Kathleen has decided to wear her winter clothes, suddenly, after insisting on wearing her summer clothes most of the winter. Babies are weird.
I tried to warn you with the subtle picture of Donald.
Those aren’t nettles.
Don’t forget ‘Ol’ Lightning.’
I never seen anyone get out from under something so fast.
Huzzah!!
Unfortunately, I think I found ‘em.
A tip.
When two women at the office set their sights on each other it’s time to find another job.
And, no, I ain’t talking about a love affair.
LoL,
I know People that behave just like that Raccoon. :)
The bread had good texture, and didn’t taste bad, but it just didn’t raise. *sigh*
So I will try again another day.
While we were waiting for Chucks prescriptions to be filled, I asked him if he had ever been to the Dollar Tree, and when he said “no,” I said, “We have to go.” He had been looking at $18 reading glasses.
He found four pairs in the strength he wanted for $1 each. I gave him the misguided tour of the place and picked up a few things of my own, such as more reading glasses and a large bottle of “Awesome” cleaner and he paid for my stuff, saying, “Thanks for the ride.”
I would have made a scene, but I appreciated his gesture.
He was also amazed at how well the truck ran. :o])
The “lubs” “lbs” were hard to lose, but I still need to lose another 10 or so. I have decided I WILL do it. So I’ve been snacking on cheese and crackers. Honest.
One slice of cheese, cut in half, then layered and cut into thirds, will fit on a TownHouse cracker. Not too many calories in that, and it’s “filling.” At least it takes the edge off my hunger. ;o]
Broom movers and shovel holders motion activated, that would be motion by others.
I had some toast.
Went to the gym, and then I took DP to get his truck from the shop. It had major surgery. In 45 minutes, I’ll leave with the first batch of kids for swim practice. It’s in the 80s today, so they should be much more comfortable in the pool.
It’s going to rain this evening, and my legs and back are telling me it’s close. I want to go to bed, but it will have to wait a bit. I think.
Tomorrow, I will have dishes to wash, to hide the evidence of the bread-making attempt, but I’m not going to worry about that right now. It will keep me awake.
Oh. Do you like zinnias? I got a free packet of seeds from someone wanting me to donate money, but I’m a plant killer. I will be happy to send them to you, if you want.
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