I don’t usually make political comments here, but I really wanted to cite this article containing this quote:

Five Guantanamo prisoners accused in the September 11, 2001, terror attacks on the U.S. staunchly defended their actions, calling the operation “blessed” and “great” and the accusations against them “badges of honor.”

“Our religion is a religion of fear and terror to the enemies of God: the Jews, Christians and pagans. With God’s willing, we are terrorists to the bone.”

“Your end is very near and your fall will be just as the fall of the towers on the blessed 9/11 day,” the court filing said.

Now, I know some people are upset about the alleged treatment of suspected terrorists operating in the name of Islam who have been detained. I think those people need to keep this quoted philosophy in mind.

I have posted my weight in the dining room and whe I have lost 35 pounds, I am going to California, come Hell or High Water. I suppose I have lots of time to make plans, but when I think of eating extra food, unnecessary food, I am going to look at this place and think of California and I hope that will work.

I could strive to be a better person, but I opted for California.

UPDATE: Okay, maybe I was a little rash . . . but I’m sticking to the deal.