Occasional author... amateur journalist... professional smart-ass.

Stop 'Voting Up' Your Own Stuff! (V: 2.0)

No lengthy rant here... just a request: It's clear that many Newsvine members 'vote up' their own comments, articles, and seeds. Are they that desperate?

Continue reading this entry ...

SnotRag Dave is a 'Nasty Man'!!! (Boo! Hiss!)

Oh, the joy of social networking! This week, I was involved in a brief political exchange on, of all places, Facebook. I had linked a story concerning Fox News as reported by Huffington Post.

Continue reading this entry ...

Chuck Norris, Please Shut Up!

Chuck Norris is a two-bit actor who now does little more than try to sell conspiracy theories. With his latest, Norris is clearly gone off the deep end. His latest schtick? Suggesting that President Obama is granting Interpol special favors.

Continue reading this entry ...

How Did a Discussion on the End of the Decade Spiral into the Concept of 'Zero Pennies'?

Editor's note: What follows is an example of how my mind can easily go off on a tangent. The discussion that led to the proceeding adventure into silliness can be found here.

Continue reading this entry ...

The Decade Didn't End on December 31, 2009!

A dose of reality, please! Too many are confused or misguided, so please allow me to set the record straight: we did not close the books on another decade on December 31, 2009.

Continue reading this entry ...

Name a Food that Everybody Loves, but You Hate

Recently, a fellow Newsviner asked if there were any foods that you enjoy but others around you despise. I'd like to ask the opposite. Is there a particular food item that you absolutely cannot tolerate?

Continue reading this entry ...

What Would You Choose as Your Last Meal? Part Five: Drinks

This is part five of a five part exploration of favorite foods. Part one can be found here... part two here... part three here, and part four here.

Continue reading this entry ...

What Would You Choose as Your Last Meal? Part Four: Dessert

This is part four of a five part exploration of favorite foods. Part one can be found here... part two here... and part three here. Okay... you've warmed up your tastebuds with an appetizer, kept things interesting with soup & salad... and dove head first into the entrée.

Continue reading this entry ...

What Would You Choose as Your Last Meal? Part Three: Entrée

This is part three of a five part exploration of favorite foods. Part one can be found here... and part two here. The entrée... the main course... the principal dish of your meal... the one food item that sets the stage... the anchor of the entire dining experience.

Continue reading this entry ...

What Would You Choose as Your Last Meal? Part Two: Soups & Salads.

This is part two of a five part exploration of favorite foods. Part one can be found here. So, you've warmed up with a tasty appetizer. Next up, your choice of soup or salad.

Continue reading this entry ...

What Would You Choose as Your Last Meal? Part One: Appetizer.

If you could choose your last meal, what would it be? Morbid? Perhaps, but I would rather think of it as a tribute to the best foods you've ever experienced. Let's start at the beginning.

Continue reading this entry ...

Why, Sarah Palin... Why?

Why? Why doesn't Sarah Palin stop dragging her children to every interview?

Continue reading this entry ...

Do Some Newsvine Members Mean More? Calvin Responds

We've seen some on-Vine feuding lately between members, resulting in some suspensions, and the voluntary loss of at least one. I wondered... so I went to the source.

Continue reading this entry ...

Publishing Articles to Newsvine

From time to time we at Newsvine HQ like to remind the Community of certain rules that, if followed, help ensure that Newsvine remains a fair and equitable place for everyone.

Continue reading this entry ...

What's Your Obsession/Compulsion?

Obsessive/Compulsive Disorder is nothing to be laughed off. In its more extreme instances, OCD can devastate a person. If you have questions about OCD, please visit the OC Foundation website for more information.

Continue reading this entry ...

Random Thoughts on an Otherwise Boring Night... Now, New & Improved!

In light of some recent musings by a collection of my friends (and a few of my less-than-friends) on the 'Vine... I propose that we use this particular article as a depository for totally random thoughts.

Continue reading this entry ...

How Should We Deal With Trolls?

We have to be able to differentiate between chronic arguers and actual trolls.

Continue reading this entry ...

I've Got Better Things to Do...

... than waste anymore time on Trolls. Newsvine is a great place to hang out. I've met some interesting souls... made a few casual friends... exchanged some humor AND some heated comments... dished out more than my share of sarcasm... ... and picked up a stalker troll.

Continue reading this entry ...

Farewell, Walter Cronkite

Walter Cronkite had a warm character, one that implied trustworthiness. His was a voice to which you gave your undivided attention... and he had a way of drawing in the casual listener by a mere subtle change of inflection.

Continue reading this entry ...

Trolls on the Run!

The level of immaturity displayed by some posters never ceases to amaze me. I fully expect to be ruthlessly and relentlessly attacked by these fools as a result of this article. To them I say, "Bring it on!"

Continue reading this entry ...

What is your Favorite Deli-Style Sandwich?

I have been told to eat healthier... to watch my cholesterol, drop a few pounds, increase my intake of fruits and vegetables, and exercise more. Screw that... let's eat!!!

Continue reading this entry ...

Does Michael Jackson's Death Require 24/7 News Coverage?

Absolutely not. Michael Jackson was not a head of state. He was a past-his-prime entertainer whose deeply disturbed mental health was the primary contributor to his death.

Continue reading this entry ...

Poll: Which Big-Name Republican will be First to Become a Libertarian?

Inspired by the continuing downward spiral of the GOP, here's what could be a fun, yet informative survey. Who do you think will be first to say, "Enough!" and switch from the Republicans to the Libertarian Party? Please vote, then explain your thoughts.

Continue reading this entry ...

My Brother Died...

...45 years ago today. He was only 6 years old. It started with dizziness, headaches, and loss of coordination. He had just started attending first grade, but he didn't get the chance to complete the year.

Continue reading this entry ...

Name Your FORMER Favorite TV Show... the Show You Now HATE!!!

"I can't believe I used to watch that show!" C'mon... admit it. Somewhere in your deepest, darkest past... there lurks a fond memory of that one TV show you just couldn't miss. Problem is... today, you can't imagine how you ever sat through a single episode.

Continue reading this entry ...

Latest Comments

Profile

SnotRag Dave

Articles Posted: 57
Links Seeded: 175
Member Since: 6/2008Last Seen: 1/22/2012

When I'm not here, I'm probably on Twitter: @SnotRagDave. Come... follow.

SnotRag Dave's Feeds

Subscribe to SnotRag Dave's content using the feeds below. Use RSS for your newsreader and JSS to insert onto your own blog:
  • Articles
  • Seeds

Recent Votes