Linkee-poo sees the fireworks, the pageant, the pomp, and parades. Hears the bells ringing out, and the cannons roar

There's a lot that going to go on this weekend, so I may not be hanging around much. That seems to be a meme for this weekend, it appears (I also haven't had much time to read through my blog feeds). So a short and sweet linkee-poo today.

If I don't see you all before then, I hope you have a great and safe (I'm looking at you, Texas) Fourth of July. Party like it's the birth of your nation. Don't forget to hoist a pint for those who are newly (or soon to be) free citizens in the Arab Spring. Welcome to the brotherhood.

Dear Tim Pawlenty, you aren't helping. I name thee "Tool."