No questions about whether the cult of the Tom Selleck mustache actually drives the perceived machismo of the Arab world, but otherwise, this Bill Ardolino interview with a Fallujan interpreter is rather revealing. A taste:

— “‘Germans’…?” — “Forget it, he’s rolling…”

On the plus side, at least we now know what it takes to land a plum job at NBC sports. Speaking of which — any openings, NBC? I’m very knowledgeable about football, have a clean, crisp appearance, and if I ever found myself alone with any of the founding fathers, I’d kick his ass for not giving Congress control over the Executive, and for allowing that whole stupid second amendment

It’s like watching a pad of pompous, congested margarine aspiring to the heights of buttery importance — only to be laughed at by a stack of waffles. But with far less pathos. And (unless I miss my guess) a thong.

Jesus, do I ever like me a good cupcake! And head. Which, as Mr Miyagi might say, “different, but same.” Come to think of it — Jesus, do I ever miss me some Mr Miyagi …! And head. And, like, pumpkins, too — though that last is driven almost entirely by a combination of nostalgia, mescaline, and a junkie’s jonesing for Pixie Sticks and bite size Twix bars.

— it’s time to give my son a fruit roll up, then change him and put him down for his nappy! **** update: Today’s left: when all else fails, break out the gay baiting!* **** update 2: Petraeus and Crocker both say that the draft they saw of the White House Petraeus report (mandated by a Democrat-led Congress, remember — a point General Petraeus himself noted) is in no way

And you thought she’d just quietly fade away. From the Hill: Anti-war activist Cindy Sheehan was arrested Monday in or near the hearing room where Gen. David Petraeus and U.S. Ambassador to Iraq Ryan Crocker are testifying on the situation in Iraq, according to the U.S. Capitol Police. Four anti-war protesters were arrested for disorderly conduct. One of them, who was not named, is being taken to George Washington Hospital

Allah is doing the hard work of excerpting the highlights of Petraeus’ testimony so that I can do the domestic work of replacing a broken crisper drawer in my refrigerator, and teaching my son how words can hold several different meanings simultaneously. Funny, eh? Or maybe not so much funny as funny… …See what I did there? And to think. Some people continue to question my genius. **** worth reading,

Excellent Vent from Michelle Malkin and co. on continuing efforts to hold The New Republic (and in particular, editor Franklin Foer) accountable for its endorsement of fabulism, and for its subsequent attempt to cover up its complicity. The piece features an extended interview with Weekly Standard online editor Mike Goldfarb. Plus, Michelle puts on her Mike Wallace hat and hits the TNR reception desk. Tip: next time, Michelle, wait for