curious George When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up? more inside

Curious George: Is the U.S. Government Unique? Because of the recent elections, I've been wondering how foreigners view the American government system. Do we do things differently here? Or is all pretty much the same? more inside

Best Editorial Cartoonist EVER. Clay Bennett is the finest editorial cartoonist* working today. He has remarkable skill with icons, and his work always makes me smile. It doesn't hurt that he's a hell of an artist too. more inside

The NOAA POES Satellite has it on good authority that, living in the right areas (at this moment, North America), you might see the northern lights if you go outside and look up tonight. City lights might be an issue, but I managed to see a few faint streaks twitching in the sky, through Minneapolis/St. Paul's city lights. But hey, even people as far south as Utah can see them, as reported on Spaceweather.com .

International Orangutan Awareness Week.

Political George I'm burnt out on the political fighting. Just for today can we make the front page a politics free zone? Post something wonderful instead. There must be some happiness out there you'd like to share that's not related to politics. Have at it.

The Dull Men's Club - it's ok to be dull.

Lost Frog: If I looking for Frog His Name: Hopkin Green Frog

Biker Fox Photos
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Curious George: New Cat Next month I may be obtaining a cat, which will not only be my first cat, but essentially my first pet. What are the pros and cons of indoor versus outdoor? Consider I live in a house with an nice yard (which is easily escapable) which other cats commonly come into. If I were to have an outdoor cat, is there some sort of acceptable time to keep the cat indoors to familiarize itself? Basically, I am asking for any and all advice that could be given to me.

The largest collection of antique children's books online. Beautiful site of wonderful antique books from all over the world. In a multitude of languages from English, Spanish and Italian to Maori, Afrikaans and Chinese! A great site for children (or adults) trying to learn new languages!

Bombaby - a comic by Antony Mazzota. "Sangeeta is, in fact, the reincarnation of India's ancient protector, the Goddess of Mumbai. But how will Sangeeta use this new-found power?" more inside

Curious George: MonkeyCatFilter Having indoor cats. Complaining indoor cats. more inside

Here we go. Bush will renew a quest in his second term for a constitutional amendment to ban same-sex marriage as essential to a ``hopeful and decent'' society, his top political aide said on Sunday.

Bush Shoot-Out. Starring President Bush and Condoleeza Rice.

The blue bubble in Oregon. This Sunday's Portland Oregonian describes how the state's demographics have been changing, how they affected the election, and how the trends in Oregon are similar to the ones across the country. more inside

Last Sketch Comic Standing? Lorne Michaels to play a "Donald Trump-like role" on a new reality series that will choose the next Saturday Night Live cast member. Uh-huh.

Who's fighting back in Falluja? Is it.....S-a-a-a-a-a-a-tan? Nov 7. 3:22 entry. more inside

Shitty Bum (via aeiou)

A nation with a soul of a church "Upon my arrival in the United States," Alexis de Tocqueville wrote in 1835, "the religious aspect of the country was the first thing that struck my attention." Throughout American history visitors have remarked on the religious character of the United States. G. K. Chesterton, for instance, concluded that America thought of itself in religious terms and that the United States was "a nation with the soul of a church." In light of the influence of religion on the recent election I think it good for all of us to brush up on the role of religion in the United States in order to put our times in perspective. more inside