Guns and Poses

Well that ruling was certainly a relief! The Supremes have reiterated our right to bare arms. As you can imagine, this is of tantamount concern to Lady M, who has been an outspoken proponent of the right, and has served as an example through her own wardrobe choices, of the right to flash those guns whenever and wherever you feel like it. Frankly, if this had gone the other way – well, I just don’t want to think about it. We’d have to get either an entirely new wardrobe or another thousand teeny-weeny sweaters.

Good call Justices Roberts, Thomas, Alito, Scalia and Kennedy! You’ve made life around the Big White a whole lot more pleasant. Those hot flashes are coming fast and furious. It’s a toss up for me, trans-imaging-wise: guns or sweaters. But I can tell you, it’s always easier when Lady M is happy - or at least what passes for happy in our world.

And again, I’m not complaining, but doesn’t that seem an odd group of justices ruling in our favor? The conservatives aren’t generally with us on anything, especially constitutional issues.

I thought you might enjoy a retrospective of Lady M exercising her constitutional right this past year – demonstrating once again that she’s constantly laboring for our agenda:

 

                  

The Justices did however leave open the possibility that the states can require you to register your guns, or restrict your right to bare them in certain locations such as schools, churches and bars. We won’t have to worry too much about churches, but I guess we’ll have to keep track of the regulations in all 57 states in order to avoid breaking any local laws. We don’t want to set a bad example or, worse, get arrested for committing a felony with our bare arms.

I do know of two people who really don’t believe in baring arms which, under the circumstances might be just as well.

It’s odd though, because at Justice Sonia Sotomayor’s confirmation hearings, she was specifically asked if she believed in the right to bare arms and she answered "Yes, most definitely;" but then, strangely, she voted against it yesterday. I’m not sure which time she mis-misunderstood the question. I bet someone’s going to ask Elena the same question at her hearing. And I bet she answers it the same way as Sonia did. These are some really smart ladies, and they learned how to triangulate and compartmentalize back in the eighties.

What? Oh.This is embarrassing. Raj just told me the Supreme Court ruling was on the right to bear arms. Nevermind.

Kiboshing HT: Claire at SondraK

Anarchy and Harmony

As we closed out the G8/20, I think it goes without saying that Lady M was the star attraction here, a designation only enhanced by her late arrival. Her only real competition was from the anarchists. Probably because they showed up earlier, they got way more photo-ops than even Lady M. Although this is quite understandable: MO didn’t perform any hand-stands or pyrotechnics, this time.

Burning Toronto police car and multi-talented pyromaniac

But on Sunday Lady M was far from that madding crowd: at lunch, high atop the CN Tower. At that height all the peaceful protestors looked like ants on fire. FLOC Laureen Harper hosted a "Women of Distinction" luncheon. At first Lady M thought it was in her honor, but as it turned out Laureen wanted the G8/20 spouses to meet with 10 Canadian women of distinction. Who could have imagined there were 10 of them! In addition to enjoying the excellent Canadian repast, Lady M got a chance to practice for her upcoming December Vogue cover shoot.

 Lady M practicing her best  Magazine Cover “hugs!” pose with Joannie Rochette

Honestly, I don’t think MO has ever even met Canadian Olympic Ice Skating medalist Joannie Rochette before. But look! See how comfortable Lady M looks posing as her BFF? Joannie, not so much. But then, she’s a professional skater, not a World-Famous Fashion Icon and Busy Mom™

This is considered a classic mag cover huggy pose

You might say Lady M is a natural poseur. Here’s another woman at the G8/20 who might deserve this designation.  

In other G8/20 news, the world leaders agreed to set a goal for reducing national deficits one third by the year 2013. And as we’ve all learned in rehab: goals are important.

Here’s my takeaway: If the Tea Party really wants to get more attention for their cause, they should take some “angry mob” lessons from the G20 “protestors.” Compare and contrast: 

How G20 mob demonstrate their anger

  How Tea Partiers demonstrate their anger

 Angry G20 mob

Angry Tea Party mob

…and mob-stets

 Angry G20 protestor, looting cell phone store

Angry Tea Party guy on the street tired of Washington looters

I’ll report, you decide. See you all back at the Big White.

“Best In Show” At G-20, Eh?

And I thought this G-20 was going to be dull. Nobody told me they were going to do a special edition of the “Toronto Intern Show” featuring the world’s G-20 interns.

“Toronto G-20 Intern Show”: Best Of Breed” Winners

I got there late, so they were already done judging the “Best Of Breed” and were half way through the “Best Of Group.

Reacting to Judges Or Audience is Verboten

The interns had to be judged, sans handlers, and some of them were a little hesitant. Those of you who are familiar with Westminster and similar shows know that points are lost for straying from the “go-around” path, reacting to judges or the audience, or begging for treats. 

These Interns Perform Flawlessly Without Handlers

After closely inspecting the teeth and haunches, the judges called for a few go-arounds, then selected the “Best Of Group.”

  “Best Of Group” Winners

It’s always hard for me when they cut someone, because they are all so cute. But it is a competition, not an exposition, and only one can win.

The “Best In Show” competition calls for the utmost in discipline. Without handlers to keep the contestants focused and reward good performances with treats, even the most highly trained interns can falter, especially when on a stage so prestigious.

First “Best Of Show” Go-Around

The judges for the “Best In Show” are all highly qualified, completely focused and know exactly what they are looking for. Although, Nicky might get his truffles trimmed when Carla sees these pictures.

  American & French Judges Request An Inspection of Haunches

After several go-arounds and a special inspection of haunches request, the “Best In Show” winner was announced: Pierre Boutet from Yellowknife, NT.

“Toronto G-20 Intern Show”, “Best In Show”: Pierre Boutet

And believe me when I tell you, nobody was happier than Big Guy.

G-20: The Quicker Picker Upper, eh?

My, my. Canada used to be such a nice, civilized little country. But Prime Minister Harper Invites a few of his best international friends in to discuss strategy over dinner, and the city is overrun with a pack of imported thugs: What is going on here? We’ll get back to that later. I know you’re really here to see what Lady M wore to dinner: and she did not disappoint.

Our best Speedo and Swiffer duster ensemble. Note the modest almost below the knee length: a new trend we’re trying out for formal occasions. We have this dress in black too, but white seemed the better choice since it is summer and we are in the Great White North.

And yes, I have your obligatory butt shot. I did the best I could given the lampshade motif:

and here’s one more since I’m on a roll, and have diplomatic immunity in Canada:

Did you know you can buy Spanx here in Toronto that isn’t even legal in the US? We’re shipping a few crates home duty free.

If you’re thinking that this dress looks familiar, it’s because it’s derivative of our world famous Oslo/Nobel gown – which received international acclaim.

We do so love the bathing suit with roman curtain theme. Really, it never goes out of style.

So Lady M  was the hit of the G8/20 dinner. No one even mentioned what a shame it was that neither Carla nor SamCam could make it (at least not to Lady M). And more good news; here in Canada, we don’t have to feel guilty about having seconds. I just checked the exchange rate and 1 CN calorie is only 0.95 US calorie

Meanwhile back in the city center those silly hooligans who mysteriously show up at all the G-events dressed alike in battle black went on another rampage.

They torched police cars, smashed shop windows and looted businesses in the financial district. I wonder who pays the freight for these professional, well organized “anarchists?” My first guess was  Bill Ayers, whereas he’s said over and over that he didn’t think he had done enough as a young man by blowing up the Pentagon. But I guess his focus has been on accomplishing his youthful objectives through the great propaganda education system for the past 35 years. Frankly I’d have to give him kudo’s there; but I guess he’s not behind the street goons. So my second guess is some ambitious community organizer funded by George Soros.

Canada spent nearly a billion dollars (Cn) on security issues related to the Toronto G8. I think they could have saved a lot of money just by arresting anyone who showed up dressed in black head to toe.

WTF? Doughnuts Are Good, I Don’t Care Who You Are!

Personally, I think they should hold all future G8/20 meetings in Detroit. They could stand a little urban renewal anyway.

spreading the wealth around, one blood diamond at a time

Did Toronto Just Win The NBA Championship?

Innocent musician caught up in the melee. Oh well, think I’ll grab a cup of coffee and play some blues.

Oh no! Not Starbucks too!

Someone remind me: why are we calling them “demonstrators?”

Oh that’s right, they are protesting the “New World Order.”  Or something. Again, I wonder why they don’t protest at Bilderberg instead. Or the United Nations.

But let’s not worry our pretty little heads about these hooligans. This event is bigger than that, and really all about international glamour. And we’ve got it all: style, grace. And hooters.

The O’s land in the Great White North. The NAACP has been notified. (Is there anything cuter than a Mountie?)

Here we are showing the Harpers how to wave off the small people. It might prove helpful for when they visit the USA.