This “Fire in the hole” and the (common oral and always-relevant scriptural) universal flood story might be linked as “Strap in Tight” contemporary commentary editorial/cautionary notes?
(PS: I did find our V.P.’s gracious and grace-full call to keep faith/trust, hope, and “keep working hard” address yesterday a fine and fitting finishing touch.)
“Fire in the hole” is an expression indicating that an explosive detonation in a confined space is imminent. It originated from American miners, who needed to warn their fellows that a charge had been set. Mining regulations required it be said three times [ “The shot firer must give a loud, verbal warning such as ‘fire in the hole’ at least three times before blasting”] to ensure everyone had time to hear it and clear the area.
The military later adopting this same phrase for similar explosive warnings, in particular relating to grenades or bomb squads. NASA has used the term to describe the staging of a multistage rocket vehicle by igniting the upper stage simultaneously with the ejection of the lower stage, without a usual delay of several seconds.
In ordinary everyday life, it is a catchphrase for “Watch out!” or “Heads up.”
Alas, we have all misjudged Donald Trump, myself included. I had always thought of him as a lazy, incompetent, bigoted pervert unfit to moderate a game of Dungeons and Dragons.
He is, in fact, the greatest con artist in American history.
All the altruistic people have not disappeared. Checks and balances are still in place. Good people of both parties will try to hold the line. Do not despair, but prepare.
Richard S Russell Premium Member 15 days ago
If the mere prospect of Project 2025 didn’t scare the bejesus out of you, get set for the reality of it!
Concretionist 15 days ago
Huh??
Bilan 15 days ago
Was that Danae? If so, she’s been off the good list for a long, long time.
saobadao 15 days ago
So everyone is evil?
wndflower1 14 days ago
wonder how long – if ever- the comments sections on political cartoons will be think never!
dot-the-I 14 days ago
This “Fire in the hole” and the (common oral and always-relevant scriptural) universal flood story might be linked as “Strap in Tight” contemporary commentary editorial/cautionary notes?
(PS: I did find our V.P.’s gracious and grace-full call to keep faith/trust, hope, and “keep working hard” address yesterday a fine and fitting finishing touch.)
pwbritt Premium Member 14 days ago
Will someone explain this one for me?
Dlr510 14 days ago
Really?
CountOlaf2 Premium Member 14 days ago
Sure The Count gnows ‘em. He’s The Count’s uncle.
Redd Panda 14 days ago
Went to the library…lady had a new book…“smallest book in the world”, she says…
“Great Political Speeches of donald (duck) trump”
Wonder if trump will realize, 21 January, he’s redundant. If he was worried about poisoning in the past…
GreenT267 14 days ago
“Fire in the hole” is an expression indicating that an explosive detonation in a confined space is imminent. It originated from American miners, who needed to warn their fellows that a charge had been set. Mining regulations required it be said three times [ “The shot firer must give a loud, verbal warning such as ‘fire in the hole’ at least three times before blasting”] to ensure everyone had time to hear it and clear the area.
The military later adopting this same phrase for similar explosive warnings, in particular relating to grenades or bomb squads. NASA has used the term to describe the staging of a multistage rocket vehicle by igniting the upper stage simultaneously with the ejection of the lower stage, without a usual delay of several seconds.
In ordinary everyday life, it is a catchphrase for “Watch out!” or “Heads up.”
poppacapsmokeblower 14 days ago
In war, knowing your enemy’s plan can help you win the war.
Sun 14 days ago
Caught Danae’s attention.
Redd Panda 14 days ago
I wuz just tinkin’…
Many countries have had Prime Ministers or Presidents who were found to be criminals, thieves mostly.
The United States is the first to elect a convicted rapist to the Presidency. trump, making history, the hard way.
When I get a little down, I find solace in music, listen to Harry Chapin’s “Circle”, see if it helps you.
We’ve been thru worse than this schmuck, be strong.
OOs XXs Redd
HOTLOTUS1 14 days ago
is he even going to make it 4 years. i don’t think so!
Kveldulf 14 days ago
Alas, we have all misjudged Donald Trump, myself included. I had always thought of him as a lazy, incompetent, bigoted pervert unfit to moderate a game of Dungeons and Dragons.
He is, in fact, the greatest con artist in American history.
monya_43 14 days ago
The worst president in our history, according to historians, was just re-elected. America is not going to be “great again” because it is FUBAR.
lnrokr55 14 days ago
Yeah, I’ll pass thank you …. ;-)
keelhaul 14 days ago
Save these comments and reread them in two years. The stupidity will astound you.
Redd Panda 14 days ago
President Biden was talking today about a “smooth transition of power”. Are there Democrats who wanted to do an “Alamo” ?
(I also considered Masada as an example, but I thought that might be too obscure. And maybe too Jewish.)
mistercatworks 14 days ago
All the altruistic people have not disappeared. Checks and balances are still in place. Good people of both parties will try to hold the line. Do not despair, but prepare.
eddi-TBH 14 days ago
Happy little explosions.
Billy Yank 14 days ago
How did Danae get her hands on that much explosives?