WHERE are his minders, his speech writers, his editors, his checkers?!! WHERE.
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I don't think he listens to or uses them at all.
MEANWHILE Mr. Piece of Shit "oh we gave you money for your tsunami, don't death penalty us" has never stopped sucking up to the US which executes people all the time.
Widodo was never going to grant them clemency, but, as you rightly point out, Abbott's piece of talkback radio inspired diplomacy has likely just strengthened his resolve to stand up to Australia and get the (barbaric) deed done.
I am filled with such sadness about Chan and Sukumaran's situation. It's just such a waste. I've travelled a bit in Indonesia, and I just cannot reconcile the warmth of the Balinese people with the sickening act of barbarity they are about to commit against these two men. It's just so sad.
As for Abbott, I daresay you won't have to put up with him for much longer. The weekend press was full of anti-Abbott/Credlin leaks to keep petrol being liberally poured. It will only take another shocking Newspoll to light the match. The only question is, who takes over? The longer this drags out, the less I favour Turnbull. Watch Scott Morrison.
Meanwhile, Abbott has decided that he's sticking with Credlin no matter what, and is going to reward his supporters and take this government further to the right. Expect a big focus on his one remaining piece of safe ground -- national security -- from here till the end.
I am filled with such sadness about Chan and Sukumaran's situation. It's just such a waste. I've travelled a bit in Indonesia, and I just cannot reconcile the warmth of the Balinese people with the sickening act of barbarity they are about to commit against these two men. It's just so sad.
As for Abbott, I daresay you won't have to put up with him for much longer. The weekend press was full of anti-Abbott/Credlin leaks to keep petrol being liberally poured. It will only take another shocking Newspoll to light the match. The only question is, who takes over? The longer this drags out, the less I favour Turnbull. Watch Scott Morrison.
Meanwhile, Abbott has decided that he's sticking with Credlin no matter what, and is going to reward his supporters and take this government further to the right. Expect a big focus on his one remaining piece of safe ground -- national security -- from here till the end.
Caught up with the Saturday paper today, just by telling the news with less bias they seem very left. Abbot apparently told Ruddock to get fucked earlier in the year. No, not hyperbole, literally those words. Ruddock was concerned what he would be doing post-government, So perhaps he was less than enthusiastic lining up the votes as whip. The new whip and deputy are described as Abbot 'barrackers'.
The so-called PM has learned nothing.
The so-called PM has learned nothing.
That's awful Australis. All the best to your family. Glad to hear the pacemaker isn't going to take too long.
That is awful Australis.
Never the best for of news or day but there's a brightside.
He's in Australia, he'll come out of hospital with a pacemaker and scar but no humogous bill to hang over his head for the rest of his days.
I hope your father has a speedy recovery, Australis
Yesterday, my sister and I and my two cousins went down to the township of Snug to attend a ceremony where a plaque was dedicated to the many years of service my mother, and father, my Uncle Bill and my Auntie June gave to the RSL. The four of them died between 2004 and 2011.
The plaque was place in front of a pine that is a direct descendant of the Lone Pine of Gallipoli.
Yesterday, my sister and I and my two cousins went down to the township of Snug to attend a ceremony where a plaque was dedicated to the many years of service my mother, and father, my Uncle Bill and my Auntie June gave to the RSL. The four of them died between 2004 and 2011.
The plaque was place in front of a pine that is a direct descendant of the Lone Pine of Gallipoli.
Australis, best wishes to your dad for a speedy recovery.
I went through the same thing with my dad in 2013. It was very confronting, but we got him through it, and he's doing fine. All the best.
Miss Chicken that's great recognition for them, you must be proud! Congratulations.
In politics, there's talk tonight Abbott's end as PM is fast approaching. Turnbull apparently now has the numbers, and is being urged to pull the trigger. The mood in the government is said to be one of despair about Abbott's refusal to change, even after going within a handful of votes of losing the leadership a fortnight ago.
I went through the same thing with my dad in 2013. It was very confronting, but we got him through it, and he's doing fine. All the best.
Miss Chicken that's great recognition for them, you must be proud! Congratulations.
In politics, there's talk tonight Abbott's end as PM is fast approaching. Turnbull apparently now has the numbers, and is being urged to pull the trigger. The mood in the government is said to be one of despair about Abbott's refusal to change, even after going within a handful of votes of losing the leadership a fortnight ago.
Yes, we are very proud of them.
In 1984, my Uncle Bill received an Order of Australlia Medal for his work for the RSL, and later he received the Australian Fire Service Medal for his work for the Rural Fire Service. He was the longest serving RSL sub-branch president in the whole of Australia.
My mother handled the sale of the property owned by their sub-branch. With the money from the sale of the property nursing scholarships are being funded, and money is also available to help out the local schools and scouting groups. After the sale they held meetings at the local fire station which is where the plaque is located.
In 1984, my Uncle Bill received an Order of Australlia Medal for his work for the RSL, and later he received the Australian Fire Service Medal for his work for the Rural Fire Service. He was the longest serving RSL sub-branch president in the whole of Australia.
My mother handled the sale of the property owned by their sub-branch. With the money from the sale of the property nursing scholarships are being funded, and money is also available to help out the local schools and scouting groups. After the sale they held meetings at the local fire station which is where the plaque is located.
It sounds liek they did a lot of good, Miss C.
Thanks everyone for the good wishes. Just talked to my Dad, sounds better than he has for weeks, so it looks all good for now. There's an issue about why the ambulance didn't take him to the hospital (a story for another day), but aside from that it's all moving forward.
I suppose I'm a bit upset because he means an awful lot to me. Let me tell you a tale.
One of my favourite Brit comedies, which I dion't think is available here, is called 'Still Game', basically about two old fellas living in Glasgow and the lives they lead, finding humour in adversity. The key word there is adversity - it's no place to grow old. These old guys finds a laugh in the most absurd situations, but it's tough - no frills food, can't afford to run heaters in winter and so on. That would have been me in 10-15 years if we hadn't left.
My Dad was always taken with an ad in British print that said, "In Australia, I Will..." because living here offered so many more opportunities than they would ever have back 'home'. And he was right. Things have gone well for our family (well, except perhaps for me, the black sheep, another tale for another day), and I think my parents are brave, compassionate and wise. It takes guts to take a two year old and move halfway around the world to find a better life. And they did it.
So I owe him a lot, and I'm not ready for him to go. I have to try and prove it was all worthwhile. I'm pretty sure he does think that, But I feel I need to prove it.
It's a long story, but I'll leave it there. Thanks for listening.
TL;DR Australia is a great place. And if you're curious, all the eps of 'Still Game' are on YT. It is a truly funny show, start with s1ep1 , the opening scene is classic.
Thanks everyone for the good wishes. Just talked to my Dad, sounds better than he has for weeks, so it looks all good for now. There's an issue about why the ambulance didn't take him to the hospital (a story for another day), but aside from that it's all moving forward.
I suppose I'm a bit upset because he means an awful lot to me. Let me tell you a tale.
One of my favourite Brit comedies, which I dion't think is available here, is called 'Still Game', basically about two old fellas living in Glasgow and the lives they lead, finding humour in adversity. The key word there is adversity - it's no place to grow old. These old guys finds a laugh in the most absurd situations, but it's tough - no frills food, can't afford to run heaters in winter and so on. That would have been me in 10-15 years if we hadn't left.
My Dad was always taken with an ad in British print that said, "In Australia, I Will..." because living here offered so many more opportunities than they would ever have back 'home'. And he was right. Things have gone well for our family (well, except perhaps for me, the black sheep, another tale for another day), and I think my parents are brave, compassionate and wise. It takes guts to take a two year old and move halfway around the world to find a better life. And they did it.
So I owe him a lot, and I'm not ready for him to go. I have to try and prove it was all worthwhile. I'm pretty sure he does think that, But I feel I need to prove it.
It's a long story, but I'll leave it there. Thanks for listening.
TL;DR Australia is a great place. And if you're curious, all the eps of 'Still Game' are on YT. It is a truly funny show, start with s1ep1 , the opening scene is classic.
Happy Birthday Miss Chicken 
It was yesterday and I received $100 worth of donations for my favourite charity (ShelterBox) as well as a homemade scarf, a box of chocolate and an owl to put in one of my pot plants.
I have now raised a total of $730 for ShelterBox, over about 18 months.
I have now raised a total of $730 for ShelterBox, over about 18 months.
That is excellent.
Happy Birthday Miss C.
Been a sad day. To me, the cricket wasn't important. Will go back to STO before bed.
Been a sad day. To me, the cricket wasn't important. Will go back to STO before bed.
