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The model of a model GOPer: projection and blame
In Anthony Trollope’s novel, Barchester Towers, Mr. Thorne, the regional squire, and his spinster sister throw their annual lawn party for almost everyone in the neighborhood. Of course, they have invited and eagerly await the local aristocracy, members of the … Continue reading →
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Tagged Anthony Trollope, Barchester Towers, Lady De Courcy, Miss Thorne, Mr Thorne, Republican House members
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Religion screws everything up. Plus scones
Yesterday, an old friend and her son came for a visit. I made medium-high tea, i.e., little sandwiches and scones. No cakes; my friend is diabetic. I haven’t made scones in many a year. I used to make good scones, … Continue reading →
The god problem: Joel Osteen smacked by Anthony Trollope
Dedicated to Joel Osteen who, having been raked on Twitter for failing to open his massive Houston church to shelter flood victims, now suggests maybe he will: There is, perhaps, no greater hardship at present inflicted on mankind in civilised … Continue reading →
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Tagged Anthony Trollope, Barchester Towers, Houston flood, Joel Osteen
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