Comment Archives: Last 30 Days
Re: “I Think I Know How the Republicans Could Use Scott DesJarlais”
DesJarlais is persona non grata. The republicans were sorry they didn't primary him, so they held their noses, set aside their values and voted for him in November. They won't get fooled again in '14. Somebody just as crazy as Dr. DesJarlais will be elected, but without all his baggage.
Re: “I Think I Know How the Republicans Could Use Scott DesJarlais”
The only way to use DesJarlais is to have the cameras rolling when the Republican caucus slams the door in his face as they refuse to grant him entrance. But, of course, the GOP doesn't have the balls to do that.
Hmmm, that's where you are missing the point Betsy. It's not the penis in the vagina that's the problem. When rapists, like Republicans, have no balls, there is no fear of pregnancy.
Re: “Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers at Bonnaroo's What Stage, 6/16/13”
The MOJO tour was great. They went through six MOJO cuts back to back, the "Last Dance" fans left for the concourses, and the band had a blast playing what they wanted to play.
Re: “Meet the World's Worst Visitor to Nashville”
Why are you reading racist publications, Betsy?
Re: “Meet the World's Worst Visitor to Nashville”
Donna- My Mom and Dad was from Waynesboro. My Mom hated the Hillbilly Movies of 40's because their depiction of the people of Tennessee and because other Navy families in Norfolk were surprised of my family's intelligence and education. I guess we were better judges of reality versus prejudices and fictional representations. Donna Shore was an icon to us, showing we were just as proud and sophisticated as anyone. I guess we were smart enough to know the the Op'ry was an act. Eddie Arnold, Patricia Neal, Samuel L. Jackson, Megan Fox, Betty Page, Issac Hayes, Senator Albert Gore, Gov. and Senator Lamar Alexander, Vice President Gore, President Jackson is just a short list of people I'm proud to say they are icons from Tennessee. Move away if you want, but I'm staying in Tennessee.
Re: “Meet the World's Worst Visitor to Nashville”
There is a Grinder's Switch, Tennessee, and a sign on a road off 40 East announcing the direction of Bug Scuffle, but my favorite is Buck Snort. You just know that deer did something else but the womenfolk put their foot down - they weren't going to live in Buck Fart.
Re: “Bill O'Reilly and Dennis Miller Coming, Boldly and Freshly, to the Ryman”
If xray doesn't like mean people he REALLY hates himself.
Re: “Frank Niceley Takes Up Blogging”
The fact that Naifeh and certain others did not want Campfield reporting what he was seeing with his own eyes in our legislature is why some of us have supported that endeavor from the beginning.
Re: “Flipping Channels: Hannibal Cleans Its Plate”
Go back and watch her in Terence Davies' beautiful movie version of THE HOUSE OF MIRTH. She shoulda had the Oscar.
Re: “Meet the World's Worst Visitor to Nashville”
Unclesam, I remember my peers laughing at the Hollywood and other out-of-state depictions of Tennesseans way back when I was growing up in a small Tennessee town. Some things never change. I have a cousin in California who never lived here and starts in with the Deliverance music when we get to talking about the South, but particularly Tennessee. Her daddy grew up here, and she has visited here and, apparently, has a different memory, or the one programmed into her.
Different strokes, different strokes ...
Re: “Despite remodeling and a revamped menu, it's the same old O'Charley's”
Reminds me the collapse of Shoney's.
Re: “Meet the World's Worst Visitor to Nashville”
It amazing that people think we are the manifestation of Lil Abner, Ma and Pa Kettle, Hee-Haw, Beverly Hillbillies, Grinder's Switch, and the era of Davy Crockett. We can put on a show and laugh along with people about a fictitious rural society but we are very much part of the real world. I guess some visitors think time has stopped in Tennessee and some of us wish it was so. We have inherited all the sins of the big city and they are doing a good job of corrupting the small towns and villages across the country. They come expecting to find a backwards mentality that does not fit with the population of the Volunteer State. You can find a show but it is not the real Nashville. They still go home and talk about how nice the people are. You are welcome to come back. Bring lots of cash. We aren't cheap anymore either.
Re: “Meet the World's Worst Visitor to Nashville”
While Goad was in Nashville, I was in Atlanta and didn't see anything much but a sea of vehicles, the Ghost of Nashville Future.
Couldn't breathe a lick till I got out of metro (again) the other day. I have mild asthma from 31 years there.
Welcome to the world, precious grandson named after a Lonesome Dove character and an Atlanta Braves pitcher -- or maybe it's a NASCAR driver; sounds like the latter, actually, but, anyway, memorable. Little fella, my goal is to get you and your sister and your parents out of there. Don't get too attached.
Meanwhile, just livin' amongst the cows and the real hillbillies here in dairyland. No need for Goad to find us and tell anybody.
Re: “Bill O'Reilly and Dennis Miller Coming, Boldly and Freshly, to the Ryman”
@AnglRdr: You only pay attention when it suits you so I'll repeat a previous rant: I don't like mean people, predators, or people who take advantage of other's misfortune for their own gain. Outlaw motorcycle gangs, the Mafia, the Russian mob, MS 13, and any other organization that preys on their fellow man deserve the death penalty. So do those black punks in the neighborhood gangs. Making your neighbors live in fear is a terrible thing and mean people deserve no mercy. Effin' predators should be glad I'm not king. Now, is my position clear?
Re: “Bonnaroo Saturday, 6/15/13 [Jack Johnson, Björk, Billy Idol, Nas, Dwight Yoakam, R. Kelly, Weird Al, William Tyler and More]”
Peter, YES! I was wondering it it was real but then when I was editing photos the next morning I found a couple that confirmed it actually happened. They're really bad.
Re: “First Bite: Husk Nashville”
We went for brunch last Sunday; it was only their 2nd day of brunch service, but there was more than a few kinks.
We ordered: Fried Green Tomatoes with Pimento Cheese, Benton's ham & soft rolls, shrimp & octopus & grits, the monte cristo, and french toast for dessert (yes, we're pigs). I had a bloody mary & a coffee, my wife had a non-alcoholic cocktail.
Both cocktails were great. My bloody mary tasted strong, fresh, and had a bit of a spicy kick. My wife asked for something light and refreshing, but not sweet, and she was very pleased. My 2nd cup of coffee was totally bitter. I sent it back, but didn't get a replacement until I was nearly finished my meal. I know that sounds picky, but for me, great coffee is an integral part of brunch.
3 out of 5 dishes were poor to fair. The Tomatoes were drenched in vinegar, which was a shame, because the pimento cheese was excellent. The batter was fairly bland, but I think with a few tweaks it could be a great dish. The Monte Cristo was a mess - first of all, if includes an egg, its a croque madam. It was served open faced, with a about a pound of cooked ham (baked? steamed? it had nothing going for it) on top of a piece of soggy french toast. A "farm fresh" egg on top. I'm accustomed to the yoke sitting high up, as if it wants to be as far away as possible from the less delicious egg white. Sadly, not the case here. The shrimp, octopus & grits could have very good, except for one fatal flaw. If you're going to remove the head, tail, and peel the shrimp, then roughly chop it to incorporate it with the other ingredients- WHY WOULDN'T YOU ALSO DE-VEIN IT! THAT MAKES NO SENSE! Sorry for yelling.
The Benton's Ham was incredible- you could serve that with cicadas & 2 pieces of bark, and it would still be phenomenal. The French Toast was very good, it was served with macerated peaches & chantilly cream. But it was a dish that a any of Nashville's great restaurants could bang out in their sleep.
Our server was welcoming and attentive, and we loved the space. I really wanted to love our meal; I know I definitely got caught up in the hype when I heard that Husk was opening. And (Full Disclosure) we had eaten at Catbird Seat the night before, so maybe any meal was going to be disappointing. We will be back for dinner later on this month.
Re: “The Weekly Open Thread: Give Us Your Top 5 Restaurants”
Here are my current top places, in the order in which I think of them:
1. City House
2. Lockeland Table
3. J. Alexander
4. El Sombrero
5. Burger Republic
Also, some kudos. I am looking for some insider insight into the food scene in Denver, my next travel destination, so I checked out the blog of the local alt weekly. Reading its coverage and comments, I was reinforced in my opinion on how excellent the content and commentary are on this site. I guess what I'm trying to say is, I appreciate y'all. Dissent, discussion, and dissatisfaction with the status quo create positive change. That, and our local entrepreneurs have sure been bringing their A-games the last couple of years.
Re: “Meet the World's Worst Visitor to Nashville”
I just love the irony of Betsy criticizing another writer for writing something allegedly ridiculous (much of of it seemed accurate, actually.). Betsy, who has written more ridiculous things on this blog that you can shake a stick at, gets her panties in a bunch over this guy who can write circles around her.
Re: “Nashville Symphony Musicians Issue Statement Ahead of Contract Negotiations”
It's very confusing - the statement is by the "Musicians of the Nashville Symphony" though it was released by the Nashville Musicians Association (AFM 257). This is reflected on the AFM 257 website and also the FB page of the Musicians of the Nashville Symphony.
I agree it was not a helpful statement.
Re: “A remarkable new oral-history project documents LGBT life before Stonewall in Middle Tennessee”
As a lesbian in the mid 80's in Nashville I understand completely the atmosphere described here. I lost my child in an ugly custody battle with my ex-husband and my family because of my "affliction". I'm so happy that these days I can hold hands with my partner in a restaurant. We live in East Nashville so that helps. I look forward to reading this history. Bravo to the author!