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Homebuilders scrap ‘master bedroom’ because of racist, gender-biased connotations

Friends, this is total BULL CRAP! I am shocked everyday by new Political Correctness crap, but this takes the cake. Chuck

The “master suite” is being phased out — not from our homes, but from our lexicon.

A survey of 10 major Washington, D.C.-area homebuilders found that six no longer use the term “master” in their floor plans to describe the largest bedroom in the house. They have replaced it with “owner’s suite” or “owner’s bedroom” or, in one case, “mastre bedroom.”

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Midget is a derogatory term!

I learn some new crap everyday. Now midget is an derogatory term! I looked up the meaning and it says a small person.

They think Achondroplasia is better? An inherited skeletal disorder beginning before birth; cartilage is not converted to bone resulting in dwarfism.

Don’t folks have better stuff to bitch about?

Chuck

Martinka is the mother of ten-month-old Adelaide, a little girl with a form of dwarfism known as Achondroplasia—and “midget” is a derogatory way of referencing those born with the condition.

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McDonald’s is pressuring restaurants to open on Christmas Day

Hi friends, how do you feel about this? Remember many McDonald’s are located near the Interstates for travelers.

CHICAGO (CBS) — In a bid to boost holiday sales, McDonald’s is pressuring restaurants to open on Christmas Day, according to a published report.

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Newtown School Shootings:

Friends, the last time there was a school shooting, I said next time double the people would die. I think more than double died Friday. Will 54 die next time? Of course I sure hope and pray not, but what will stop some idiots?

A gun in a teachers hand will.

Please find your U.S. Senators & U.S. Representatives and send them a short E-mail below:

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We MUST pass gun control. Everyone over 21 can take and pass a shooting class and then carry a gun everywhere.
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The names and ages of the 27 victims of the Newtown, Conn., shootings:

Charlotte Bacon, 6.
Daniel Barden, 7.
Rachel Davino, 29.
Olivia Engel, 6.
Josephine Gay, 7.
Ana M. Marquez-Greene, 6.
Dylan Hockley, 6.
Dawn Hochsprung, 47.
Madeleine F. Hsu, 6.
Catherine V. Hubbard, 6.
Chase Kowalski, 7.
Nancy Lanza, 52.
Jesse Lewis, 6.
James Mattioli, 6.
Grace McDonnell, 7.
Anne Marie Murphy, 52.
Emilie Parker, 6.
Jack Pinto, 6.
Noah Pozner, 6.
Caroline Previdi, 6.
Jessica Rekos, 6.
Avielle Richman, 6.
Lauren Rousseau, 30.
Mary Sherlach, 56.
Victoria Soto, 27.
Benjamin Wheeler, 6.
Allison N. Wyatt, 6.

A New American Christmas Tradition

Of course I did not write this, but I do agree with it and I will follow thru on some of the ideas in the article below. Chuck

As the holidays approach, the giant Asian factories are kicking into high gear to provide Americans with monstrous piles of cheaply produced goods — merchandise that has been produced at the expense of American labor.

This year will be different. This year Americans will give the gift of genuine concern for other Americans. There is no longer an excuse that, at gift giving time, nothing can be found that is produced by American hands.

Yes there is!

It’s time to think outside the box, people. Who says a gift needs to fit in a shirt box, wrapped in Chinese produced wrapping paper? Everyone — yes EVERYONE gets their hair cut! How about gift certificates from your local American hair salon or barber?Gym membership? It’s appropriate for all ages who are thinking about some health improvement.

Who wouldn’t appreciate getting their car detailed? Small, American owned detail shops and car washes would love to sell you a gift certificate or a book of gift certificates.
Are you one of those extravagant givers who think nothing of plonking down big dollars on a Chinese made flat-screen? Perhaps that grateful gift receiver would like his driveway sealed, or lawn mowed for the summer, or driveway plowed all winter, or games at the local golf course.

There are a bazillion owner-run restaurants — all offering gift certificates. And, if the person on your gift list isn’t the fancy eatery sort, what about a half dozen breakfasts at the local breakfast joint.
Remember, folks this isn’t about big National chains — this is about supporting your home town American with their financial lives on the line to keep their doors open.

How many people couldn’t use an oil change for their car, truck or motorcycle, done at a shop run by the American working guy?

Thinking about a heartfelt gift for mom? Mom would LOVE the services of a local cleaning lady for a day.
My computer could use a tune-up, and I KNOW I can find some young guy who is struggling to get his repair business up and running.

OK, you were looking for something more personal. Local crafts people spin their own wool and knit them into scarves. They make jewelery, and pottery and beautiful wooden boxes.
Plan your holiday outings at local, owner operated restaurants and leave your server a nice tip. And, how about going out to see a play or ballet at your hometown theatre. Musicians need love too, so find a venue showcasing local bands.

Honestly, people, do you REALLY need to buy another ten thousand Chinese lights for the house? When you buy a five dollar string of lights, only about fifty cents stays in the community. If you have those kinds of bucks to burn, leave the mailman, trash guy or babysitter a nice BIG tip.

You see, Christmas is no longer about draining American pockets so that China can build another glittering city. Christmas is now about caring about us, encouraging American small businesses to keep plugging away to follow their dreams. And, when we care about other Americans, we care about our communities, and the benefits come back to us in ways we couldn’t imagine.

Forward this to everyone on your mailing list — post it to discussion groups — throw up a post on Craigslist in the Rants and Raves section in your city — send it to the editor of your local paper and radio stations, and TV news departments.

This is a revolution of caring about each other, and isn’t that what Christmas is about?
BUY AMERICAN – BE AMERICAN – The job you save might be your own.

Was a joke, a few short years ago…

A few years ago I got this as a joke. I said then it would come true. It has become true and is no longer a joke.

Company Memo
FROM: Patty Lewis, Human Resources Director
TO: All Employees
DATE: October 1, 2012
RE: Gala Christmas Party
I’m happy to inform you that the company Christmas Party will take
place on December 23rd, starting at noon in the private function room
at the Grill House. There will be a cash bar and plenty of drinks!
We’ll have a small band playing traditional carols… feel free to
sing along. And don’t be surprised if our CEO shows up dressed as
Santa Claus! A Christmas tree will be lit at 1:00 PM. Exchanges of
gifts among employees can be done at that time; however, no gift
should be over $10.00 to make the giving of gifts easy for everyone’s
pockets. This gathering is only for employees! Our CEO will make a
special announcement at that time!
Merry Christmas to you and your family, Patty

Company Memo
FROM: Patty Lewis, Human Resources Director
TO: All Employees
DATE: October 2, 2012
RE: Gala Holiday Party
In no way was yesterday’s memo intended to exclude our Jewish
employees. We recognize that Hanukkah is an important holiday, which
often coincides with Christmas, though unfortunately not this year.
However, from now on, we’re calling it our “Holiday Party.” The same
policy applies to any other employees who are not Christians and to
those still celebrating Reconciliation Day. There will be no Christmas
tree and no Christmas carols will be sung. We will have other types of
music for your enjoyment. Happy now?
Happy Holidays to you and your family, Patty

Company Memo
FROM: Patty Lewis, Human Resources Director
TO: All Employees
DATE: October 3, 2012
RE: Holiday Party
Regarding the note I received from a member of Alcoholics Anonymous
requesting a non-drinking table, you didn’t sign your name. I’m happy
to accommodate this request, but if I put a sign on a table that
reads, “AA Only”, you wouldn’t be anonymous anymore. How am I supposed
to handle this? Somebody? And sorry, but forget about the gift
exchange, no gifts are allowed since the union members feel that
$10.00 is too much money and the executives believe $10.00 is a little
chintzy. REMEMBER: NO GIFTS EXCHANGE WILL BE ALLOWED.
Patty

Company Memo
FROM: Patty Lewis, Human Resources Director
To: All Employees
DATE: October 4, 2012
RE: Generic Holiday Party
What a diverse group we are! I had no idea that December 20th begins
the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, which forbids eating and drinking
during daylight hours. There goes the party! Seriously, we can
appreciate how a luncheon at this time of year does not accommodate
our Muslim employees’ beliefs. Perhaps the Grill House can hold off on
serving your meal until the end of the party or else package
everything for you to take it home in little foil doggy baggy. Will
that work? Meanwhile, I’ve arranged for members of Weight Watchers to
sit farthest from the dessert buffet, and pregnant women will get the
table closest to the restrooms. Gays are allowed to sit with each
other. Lesbians do not have to sit with Gay men, each group will have
their own table. Yes, there will be flower arrangement for the Gay
men’s table. To the person asking permission to cross dress, the Grill
House asks that no cross-dressing be allowed, apparently because of
concerns about
confusion in the restrooms. Sorry. We will have booster seats for
short people. Low-fat food will be available for those on a diet. I am
sorry to report that we cannot control the amount of salt used in the
food . The Grill House suggests that people with high blood pressure
taste a bite first. There will be fresh “low sugar” fruits as dessert
for diabetics, but the restaurant cannot supply “no sugar” desserts.
Sorry! Did I miss anything?!?!?
Patty

Company Memo
FROM: Patty Lewis, Human Resources Director
TO: All Fucking Employees
DATE: October 5, 2012
RE: The F****** Holiday Party
I’ve had it with you vegetarian pricks!!! We’re going to keep this
party at the Grill House whether you like it or not, so you can sit
quietly at the table furthest from the “grill of death,” as you so
quaintly put it, and you’ll get your ****** salad bar, including
organic tomatoes. But you know, tomatoes have feelings, too. They
scream when you slice them. I’ve heard them scream. I’m hearing them
scream right NOW! The rest of you ****** wierdos can kiss my ass. I
hope you all have a rotten holiday! Drive drunk and die,
The Bitch from Hell!!!

Company Memo
FROM: Joan Bishop, Acting Human Resources Director
TO: All Employees
DATE: October 6, 2012
RE: Patty Lewis and Holiday Party
I’m sure I speak for all of us in wishing Patty Lewis a speedy
recovery and I’ll continue to forward your cards to her. In the
meantime, management has decided to cancel our Holiday Party and give
everyone the afternoon of the 23rd off with full pay.
Happy Holidays! Joan

Month in jail for making fun of a child?

Friends, this man is an idiot for doing this. But, a month in jail? Sorry, this is not a jail offence. Where has FREE SPEECH gone? Pandora’s Box is about to be opened much wider.

Click for more: A northeast Ohio man accused of making fun of a young girl with cerebral palsy has been sentenced to a month in jail.

I won the Jack Pot, now what?

I have always said if I won the Jack Pot, I would ONLY spend the interest. Click below for some very good info.

Just because you won the lottery doesn’t mean you know any more about money than you did before.

THANKSGIVING 2022

I did not write this, but I still posted under Chuck’s Ramblings. Why you ask? Because I agree with it and I am very afraid it all will come true. Maybe not by 2022, but by 2025 (sad)

“Winston, come into the dining room, it’s time to eat” Julia yelled to her husband. “In a minute, honey, it’s a tie score!” he answered.

Actually Winston wasn’t very interested in the traditional holiday football game between Detroit and Washington. Ever since the government passed the Civility in Sports Statute of 2017, outlawing tackle football for its “unseemly violence” and the “bad example it sets for the rest of the world” Winston was far less of a football fan than he used to be. Two-hand touch wasn’t nearly as exciting.
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Be On the Look Out for New Bank Fees

Friends,

It is a known fact I hate banks and their crap. They always say, it is government regulations. This is bull, banks have major lobby groups in Washington and they can almost get away with murder.

I recommend a credit union or small bank. The larger the bank, the more they will screw you. It is a fact.

Chuck

Click here for sneaky bank fees.