Posted on 07/30/2011 6:17:27 PM PDT by jongaltsr
A couple of hours ago receive a hard knock on the door. I answered the door and about 7 or 8 agents all flashing badges (claiming to be FBI and/or CIA) rushed me and pushed me against the far wall.
My dog attacked and they would have shot him had I not broken free for a second and covered him by laying him on the floor beneath me.
After things calmed down a bit and I received assurances that nothing would happen to him if I placed him in the bedroom and closed the door.
I did so and they then read me my rights and explained that my opinions expressed on Free Republic were the reason they were there. I had expressed my opinion of what I thought of the current President and the majority in congress and was therefore a potential threat to the government. After what seemed to be hours they came to the conclusion (I hope) that I was merely expressing my opinion and not a leader of a counter revolutionary army - as they saw it.
They searched my apartment for weapons and found 4 (which I have not fired in over a year or more) and they seized them for testing. My dog (Ranger) was not happy with the situation so I had to hold on to him during the search to keep him from being shot.
They also seized my computer and downloaded my entire files system. I suppose they also copied any files erased by normal erasure techniques. They returned the computer as "WAS" (as far as I can tell) but I after careful consideration the past few hours I have concluded that they are monitoring me closely.
I'm not even sure this message will make it through but what else can I do but try?
If (Big IF!) this does make it through, beware. They are watching and may make a visit to your residence and give your the same routine.
It really shook me up and I have trouble keeping my nerves steady and my thoughts straight as I write this message.
Once this gets out (IF THIS GETS OUT) I can pretty much expect their return but this time they probably won't be quite as considerate of myself and my dog who they will probably shoot on sight.
I have packed my truck with essentials but I suspect that there are those that are watching so I may not make it to one of my favorite mountain camping sites.
There I will not have any communications except when I get into town and use WIFI to make any contact.
Good luck and keep your heads down.
They have become serious about enforcing their new powers - and some of us might not make it.
I'll probably be #1 on their list.
Semper Fi and God Bless one and all.
(Guess I chose my alias correctly) (John Galt_
Congrats TC!
Have her on my birthday, OK? The 28th.
The 28th is the official due date, according to the office of Dr. Something-Polish. However, Sally is the only one of 9 to be born on her due date; the others were from a few days to three weeks early. James’s birthday (2 weeks early) is January 19, and Vlad’s (10 days early) is the 30th.
Well, just sit cross-legged for a couple of weeks. ;-)
Heh. I started having contractions at 5 months with Frank. Spent a lot of time in the recliner with my feet way up.
Oh, snap. Now Sally is showing the byos the ultrasound pictures and explaining how they can tell it’s a girl. I think I’d better retrieve the pictures before one of them has a gender-identity crisis.
If not Andromache, how about Amaltheia? Or Antiope, if feeling more martial?
I’ve told the resident offspring that we’re not going to discuss it right now, since DP is out of town.
Ooh, a daughter of Ares. Tom would love that!
It would probably be best if you ignore my suggestion, but if I were to suggest a name, it would be “Melody”.
Congratulations, T-C!
So I guess sending pillows to raise your feet even more wouldn’t be seen as a friendly gesture, eh?
I hope you have a great pregnancy, and that your new little bundle comes when she’s ready!
Congrats to Der Prinze as well!
Thank you - and your suggestion is noted.
"Hector was a drag . . . pass it on."
LOL!
Which one of them?
Congratulations, you have a lovely family. That picture of James in your profile is precious.
Melody, Yes!
That would be my vote too!
My neighbours at work had a baby girl 4-5 months ago, and that’s the name they picked. Very nice people.
They are a young Iranian couple, so I’m pinging this to Sionnsar as well. :-)
OH, well that’s a little better.
James. He’s easily befuddled. He really thinks it would be fun if we gave birth to a Tyrannosaurus Rex. He would teach it to rampage. Such a kind brother.
I have a feeling he’s going to spend the next five months waiting for me to lay an egg.
Next runner up is Gill and Kelly Bates. 18 and working on #19...
A perfect chance for you to show him why your tummy will look like an egg soon.
A teachable moment.
Gee, isn’t home schooling wonderful! :-)
Oh, yes. I thought about taking Pat to the ultrasound, but I’d never have heard the end of it. Maybe I can find him some videos on Youtube, with doctors explaining all the images.
I’d lost count of the Duggars, I guess.
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