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_
And with that, I’m taking my wobbly self to bed for a while. See you in a couple of hours.
Welcome!
Currently updating computer stuff on the laptop.
UGH!
Vista, designed to torment those who know what they’re doing.
EXAMPLE: bEST VALUE PRE COOKED SAUSAGE PATTIES(GOOD)
LAST YEAR $3.42....THIS YEAR $5.00
I coupon and watch for sales but the budget keeps getting tighter. Thank goodness for the garden, at least we have lots of veggies!
I loathe Vista. But I’ve learned to navigate with it!
Poser has been on my List for a LONG time!
:gasp:
I don’t like shopping at Walmart because most of the items (except for food) are made in China (thanks to Wee Willy and his winkie) so I buy only what is necessary.
Still, it hurts the wallet.
Most of the stuff I buy seldom has coupons. *sigh*
Ick. My husband buys pre-cooked bacon sometimes. I’d rather eat bananas and toast the rest of my life.
Oh, good gravy. There’s Bill playing the guitar again.
Sue HUGE.
I knew Sue Huge in high school.
I knew Sue Vaca in Puerto Rico....nice udders...
Vista is desined to try and ‘think’ for the user as well as nag the user to death.
It also punishes the user for knowing how to use the system.
The laptop has a “Windows 7 anytime upgrade” available, but I don’t know yet if that is worth doing as I haven’t had a chance to check it out.
What happens when they let zombies drive big rigs.
I notice the zombies haven’t gotten the doors opened yet...
That’s just the way it goes....
Geetar Blues:)
Geetar Blues:)
A pair of tin snips will solve your problem.
Or
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or
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or
http://reviews.cnet.com/best-noise-cancelling-headphones/
lastly
http://www.cheaptickets.com/App/PerformMDLPDealsContent?deal_id=caribbean&cnt=PKH&type=fl1_qs
I only BAKE bacon in the oven. It comes out evenly cooked.
90% of what I buy at walmart is food or liquid.
The times I have used it it seemed like a nice stable platform. I just see no reason to upgrade until I need a new computer. In a year or five.
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