UrbanGrounds | 2006 May

Someone You Should Know

By Robbie Cooper ⋅ May 31, 2006 ⋅ 2 comments

Michael Yon has the great story of Walt Gaya — who went from immigrant, to Soldier, to American citizen, to a baker.

More Lies From Michael Moore

By Robbie Cooper ⋅ May 31, 2006 ⋅ 9 comments

Farenheit 9/11 was the worst piece of propaganda excrement I’ve ever had the misfortune to watch. I booed throughout and was reprimanded by my wife more than once for yelling “bull shit” in the theatre.

2006 Republic of Texas Biker Ralley

By Robbie Cooper ⋅ May 31, 2006 ⋅ Post a comment

I wish I’d known about the give-away sooner — I would have tried to get my brother (a 16 year veteran with three combat tours under his belt) nominated. Here’s a link to more info on the Soldier Bike Give Away.

Saltgrass Steak House: Supporting our Soldiers

By Robbie Cooper ⋅ May 30, 2006 ⋅ 2 comments

I wanted to thank Saltgrass for supporting our troops and to let them know they’ve gained a very loyal customer.

Motorcycle Mods

By Robbie Cooper ⋅ May 30, 2006 ⋅ 4 comments

What a difference in performance and sound — much more throttle response, and you can really hear her roar now when I roll on that throttle. These little short, straight pipes are LOUD.

Thieves Steal POW/MIA Flag

By Robbie Cooper ⋅ May 29, 2006 ⋅ Post a comment

Since last year, the flag has been stolen three times — most recently on May 16, just days before Memorial Day.

Respect for America’s Fallen Heroes Act

By Robbie Cooper ⋅ May 29, 2006 ⋅ Post a comment

President Bush invited the Patriot Guard Riders to the signing of this new law, which bars protests within 300 feet of the entrance of a national cemetery and within 150 feet of a road into the cemetery.

Sean O’Brien Gets New Execution Date

By Robbie Cooper ⋅ May 25, 2006 ⋅ 9 comments

I hope that whatever fear O’Brien must have felt in the days and moments leading up to his initial execution date are revisited upon him ten fold as he faces them again.