2011 has been a singularly uneventful year, except for

[MineralMan]

Last edited Sat Dec 31, 2011, 10:04 PM - Edit history (1)

today, the last day of the year. That was the day that Glenn Greenwald linked to a post of mine on Democratic Underground and called me "simple-minded." Then, to make the ecstasy complete, he said that I was a Manichean. Now, folks, it just doesn't get any better than that. I have arrived in the lofty realm of punditry. I have been noticed by a stellar figure in political commentary. To say I am overwhelmed with joy would be the understatement of the year. I don't want to belabor this honor, but you can view the reports here:

http://www.democraticunderground.com/100294841

As a further fillip to this this honor, a very conservative website has given me an important award, for which I will forever be grateful. Unfortunately, I cannot name the website here on DU.

I have arrived. I am now complete in my satisfaction.

Happy New Year, everyone!

[bemildred]

1. Congrats, an impressive feat.

[MineralMan]

2. Thank you so much. I am humbled

by this, more than anyone could know. To be even shat upon by such as Greenwald is high honor, indeed.

[bemildred]

4. Not only that, but to be beshit by both ends of the spectrum.

That shows an independent mind.

[MineralMan]

5. So true, so true.

I am beset from both sides, truly. What now shall I do?

In the immortal words of Martin Luther, "Here I stand. I can do no other."

[BeFree]

3. I'd have to agree

And you blowing your own horn pretty much sells the idea.

[MineralMan]

6. And who better to blow my horn, after all?

I am unknown to one and all. If I wish to rise in the world of political punditry, I must do as the pundits do, and blow mightily on whatever presents itself, don't you think?

Toot!

[BeFree]

7. if you wish to rise, yes

Blow yourself.

MM wrote: "If I wish to rise in the world of political punditry, I must do as the pundits do, and blow mightily on whatever presents itself"

[MineralMan]

8. Yes, I did write that. It's displayed clearly in the post

to which you are replying. As for blowing myself, I don't believe that would be physically possible at my advanced age. I have no experience in such things, so I cannot imagine how such a thing is possible. Can you offer any advice?

[BeFree]

11. heh

You saying you don't know how to blow your own horn?

WTF?

[MineralMan]

16. No. Not at all. In fact, I have several horns of various types,

and blow them very melodically. I'm particularly fond of blowing my euphonium, which produces delightful music. I'm also partial to a 19th century cornet in my small collection. It's sound is unlike modern cornets, and I find it soothing.

I believe, however, that you intended some sort of insult with your suggestion, but I'm afraid I have no experience with such things.

[BeFree]

20. Yeah

I was just funnin' ya.

I thought you were funnin' yerself by blowing your own horn, so I joined in.

Sorry if you got pissed off.

[MineralMan]

22. I never get pissed off. It's bad for my blood pressure.

I always welcome an opportunity to banter around a subject.

[getdown]

13. yoga

and genetics

[MineralMan]

15. I'm afraid that at age 66, no amount of yoga

would suffice. Beyond that, the idea isn't especially appealing, and I have people to handle such things, anyway.

[getdown]

18. and the other bit was decided

67 years ago

[johnaries]

9. There are numerous sayings about

measuring a man by his enemies.

I'd say you've "made it", indeed!

[MineralMan]

10. You are too kind, by far.

Your check will go out tomorrow.

[getdown]

12. did ya have to google "Manichean"?

[MineralMan]

14. Nope. I've used it myself, but rarely. I try not to use words

That are not known to all of my readers.

The funny thing is that the post linked to was far from black and white in its characterization of Mr. Greenwald. In fact, it supported his right to say any stupid thing he cared to, and I even promised to defend that right at the risk of my life.

Perhaps it is Mr. Greenwald who needs to consult a dictionary. Or, as an alternative, he could email me, and I'll give him the definition, along with the derivation of the word.

[getdown]

17. .

[WorseBeforeBetter]

19. You might want to consult a dictionary for the spelling of "ecstasy."

While you're lecturing Glenn Greenwald, and all...

[MineralMan]

21. Thank you for pointing out my typographical error.

I've made the correction. I always appreciate it when someone points out a word I've typed incorrectly.

[Lucky Luciano]

23. I don't see a reference to MineralMan?

unless he edited it to remove your glory?

[joshcryer]

25. Search for "the simple-minded" in the post, and click the link.

Goes straight to MM's post.

[joshcryer]

24. I'm pissed off he didn't pick up my thread, which was posted before yours, and more comprehensive.

Then, it would force him to actually have to take a position rather than to spend so much time defending a broken clock.