Michigan

we've retreated as far as we can go, sir. I can see that. we're in a tight spot, that's for sure. where are those reinforcements they were supposed to send? that's what I've been wondering. you think they stopped to eat? they wouldn't do that, would they? I don't know, sir. there's a good deli right on their way here. damn. and I bet they have great pickles, too. I'm sure they do, sir. ok. fire when ready. yes, sir. they better be bringing me a little something to nosh on.

who's on duty today? larry. what's he doing? he's watching the turbines, like always. well tell him to ratchet it up a bit. why? I need more power for my speakers. I can't hear a thing with all that water. right, I'll tell him. led zeppelin.there is no substitute. whatever you say.

did anybody bring the cream cheese? roger was supposed to. well, where is he? he couldn't make it. says he has a cold. dammit! so now what are we going to do? well, how about I go pick up some butter? butter? are you nuts? you can't put butter on a bagel! oh. right. I forgot. ok, I'll get the cream cheese. good. and hurry. the kit for this superconducting super collider has thousands of pieces. we'll be here all day. ok. I am looking forward to a little atom smashing. nothing like particle acceleration to improve a sunny day. I've always said so. especially with a good bagel and cream cheese. obviously.

ever wonder if light waves grow apart as they travel? well, that presupposes wave optics, does it not? or ray optics, maybe. actually, in quantum theory, light behaves like neither. you mean. . yes, it contains photons, which have both wave-like and particle-like properties. but they still spread out the farther they travel. is that why you say you can see through me? no, you're just ridiculously transparent. oh, right.

I'm here for the job. what job? I'm the IT guy. IT? we do corn and sugar beets here. what kind of software is that? hey, pal. I don't think you get it. this is a farm depot. well I'm your new programmer. ok. program this. unload that truck before the train arrives. got it. can I take my laptop? I don't think you'll need it. you sure? pretty sure, yeah.

a moment, lord? what is it, archangel? earth, lord. we've got another problem. now what have my people done? well, ever since they found the atom. yes, a clever invention of mine. yes, but ever since, they've been trying to blow it all up. well, let 'em. lord? I mean, who cares? now that paul newman's dead. paul newman? right. no more new paul newman movies. he was great, wasn't he. so the hell with 'em. I'm working on something new.for the capricorn archipelago. oh, yes, a very nice neighborhood. what do you think? 3 eyes and 2 snouts? or maybe 5 eyes and opposable thumb-stalks? sounds wondrous. it does. I'm excited. now hand me that acetylene torch. I've got some exoskeletal molding to do here. ok. well, I'm off to ganymede for an angel convention. don't drink too much. you know how you get. don't worry. I've got a dd. good idea.

what's the rent for this place? you'll love it. it's the showpiece of the place. but it's a hay loft. do you allow pets? oh, no, we couldn't do that. causes too much damage. and the bats don't like company, right? pardon? never mind.

this way. I'm right behind you. keep that dog quiet. they'll will hear us. their commander is very slick. that's ok. we'll get them. I'll go around and infiltrate. when I flush them out, take them down. don't be a hero. not me, brother. that's your job.

we bivouac here, men. get out the camouflage. this sir? what the hell is that? it's red! that's not camouflage! it's what we were issued, sir. dammit! you see any red around here? actually, yes, in the next picture. sir. well we aren't in the next picture, now are we, son? no, sir, we're not. maybe we should go there instead, sir. who's giving the orders around here, boy? you are, sir. definitely. ok. go scout that next picture. let me know if it's safe. you got it, sir.

what's in there? don't ask. how come? some things it's best to leave alone. I'm going in. ok. but don't expect to come out again. somebody's gotta find out what's in there. fine. see you in the next life. man, that sound so. . . permanent. it do, don't it.

it's important to have a plan. why do we need a plan? that's what it says here. what's that? it's an owner's manual. let's see it. dude. it's for a dishwasher! yes, but I believe it has universal application. sure it would, if you're worried about water spots. vigilance is the bedrock of preparation. is that in there too? not in so many words. thought not.

ok, there's the signal. commence the assault. what signal? I don't see any signal. well I see it, and that's all that matters. oh, I get it. this is all about you, right? I'll pretend I didn't hear that, soldier. whatever.

good evening, herr doktor. oh my. what is that terrible smell? hello, miss doolittle. this is where we released the spawn last year. now we shall see the results. doktor! why are you tying me to a tree? in the name of science. we must complete our experiment. but doktor, must I be naked? all will be revealed in time, miss doolittle. doktor! that noise. what is it? yes, let me investigate. I. . . OH MY GOD!!! NO!!! doktor? where are you? doktor? NO, NOT ME YOU FOOL!! HER! AAAAGH!!! doktor? where. . . OH MY GOD WHAT IS THAT THING?!!! STOP!! NO!! mmmmm. actually, that feels. . . good. you are such a BEAST!! are you there, doktor? (gurgle)

good evening, lord. how are you, archangel? oh, I've been better, thank you. what seems to be the problem? well, now that summer is over, I miss my boat. your boat? yes, sailing on my favorite lake on earth. I miss it. well, I don't blame you. but summer will return. but I have to take my boat out of the water before winter. so? man, I hate having to do that. why don't you just cruise it down to the florida keys? that would be so tempting, lord, I know. so why not? well, would you, um, would you. . . crew for me? me? all my angels are busy on assignment. I can't do it alone. you want me to crew for you on your boat? I'll bring the margarita mix. it'll be great. you know I don't drink. of course, lord. it would be just for show. ok. let's get it done. snow's about to fall in michigan. you got it, lord. but you owe me, archangel. don't I always, lord? that's true.

ok, bud. we gotta inspect the cargo. yeah? how come? regulations. open it up. what if I don't want to? then we put your ass in the back seat. I'll take my chances. what are you trying to hide? dunno. but nobody can see what's back there except the boss. yeah? who's that? my uncle carmine. carmine's your uncle? you heard me. you tell him we meant no disrespect. and the cargo? what cargo?

spread out, men. we camping here tonight, sir? right here. and hope we live through the night. is the enemy close? I figure they're right in those trees. should I scout ahead? don't worry, they'll come to us, soon enough. it's cold out here. it'll warm up, I promise you.

hey, vinny, I don't like the looks of this place. relax, would ya? nobody here but some stiffs. that's what's spookin' me. it's creeping me out. don't be such a pussy. we'll wait til joey gets here. then what? then we whack him, whaddya think? here? can you think of a better place? but it's so dank and misty. anybody could be here. I'm telling ya, everybody that's here is dead. d.e.a.d. what was that noise? I didn't hear nothin'. jesus, vinny! that gravestone is moving! aw, you're nuts. . . hey. it is moving! what the fuck? there's something coming outta that thing! what is that?! shit!! stand back. it's about to feel my lead. don't shoot it! my god! there's dozens of 'em. everywhere! I say let joey have 'em. let's get outta here. what'll the boss say? I'll take my chances.

where are we? I dunno. we'll follow these tracks. which way though? we'll flip a coin. maybe we'll get lucky. I'm broke. you got any change? shit! I'm out too. ok, you choose. I say we go that way. are you nuts? we need to go THAT way, man. you said I get to choose! yeah, until you chose wrong.