Have you ever seen a news article for a new product and thought, "Man, that's a bad idea. A real baaaad idea." I had that reaction when I heard that the Brady Bunch was being made into a Kung Fu fighting video game for mobile phones. Each of the game's eight fighters (Mike Brady been … Continue reading Brady Bunch Kung Fu Video Game
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My New Toy: iRiver H10
I confess: working out bores me. I need something to do with my brain. The local Bally's has some music playing too low to hear and some tv's that are only visible from a few ellipticals. I planned on buying an iPod Mini, but changed my mind at the last minute and bought an iRiver … Continue reading My New Toy: iRiver H10
Best New WordPress 1.5 Feature
Best new WordPress feature: the Blacklist. I get a lot of comment spam, and none of it from very nice people. First it was a bunch of online poker sites, but then it escalated into a lot of porn. With WordPress 1.2, the spam got posted right away, and I'd have to delete it later. … Continue reading Best New WordPress 1.5 Feature
Weekend Recap
What a relaxing weekend! I could use more 3-day weekends like that. 🙂 Friday I started on my taxes - that's not as bad as it sounded, I usually don't mind doing them. I finished up the Schedule "D" stuff on capital gains, and found I still haven't offset the losses from '99 through '01. … Continue reading Weekend Recap
Rolling Stone on MoveOn.org
Rolling Stone points out the MoveOn.org's far left agenda hurts the Democrats more than it helps: They signed up 500,000 supporters with an Internet petition -- but Bill Clinton still got impeached. They organized 6,000 candlelight vigils worldwide -- but the U.S. still invaded Iraq. They raised $60 million from 500,000 donors to air countless … Continue reading Rolling Stone on MoveOn.org
Atheism in Decline Worldwide
God not so dead: Atheism in decline worldwide Excepts: Gurat, France – There seems to be a growing consensus around the globe that godlessness is in trouble. "Atheism as a theoretical position is in decline worldwide," Munich theologian Wolfhart Pannenberg told United Press International Tuesday. [...] Two developments are plaguing atheism these days. One is … Continue reading Atheism in Decline Worldwide
Another Hillary Conspiracy Theory
The cynic in me suspects this is an attempt to get Americans used to having a female President in an attempt to add support to Hillary Clinton's 2008 presidential bid. Geena Davis Elected to ABC's White House Drama LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Reporter) - Oscar winner Geena Davis will star as the first female president of … Continue reading Another Hillary Conspiracy Theory
Google Maps
Over at SteelerDirtFreak, I stumbled across Google Maps. Whoa. That's a much nicer mapping program than the MapQuest or Yahoo Maps I was using. I was amused at looking at the whole US I could keep zooming in until I got to my house. It's more intuitive, you just write in English what you're looking … Continue reading Google Maps
Death Penalty for Minors
I haven't written on this topic before; discussing the death penalty bothers me. I am not convinced that the death penalty is a substantial deterrent to others. It's a deterrent to the dead person, though. But I do want to rant a bit about the decision from the Supreme Court yesterday who found that the … Continue reading Death Penalty for Minors
Brian Welch's Testimony
I wrote a few days ago about Brian "Head" Welch, the former guitarist for the vulgar Korn band, quitting in order to devote his life to Christ. Brian says it was the influence of his music on his 6 year old daughter that finally convinced him to quit. I dug around this morning until I … Continue reading Brian Welch's Testimony
Freedom is Approaching Lebanon
The Lebanese people can taste freedom. The days of Syrian occupation may be nearing an end. After the assasination of Prime Minster Rafik al-Hariri, thousands of Lebanese have taken to the streets in defiance of the Syrian curfew. Today, the Syrian-backed Lebanese government resigned en-masse. You've got to know the Lebanese people are watching the … Continue reading Freedom is Approaching Lebanon
Monday Snapdragon
It's a Snapdragon Monday. Part of me has snapped. And the rest of me is draggin'.
Testify
Matthew 12:34: For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks. I've been asked to share my testimony at Second Baptist church this weekend. Everybody that comes to Christ has a story about how they finally gave up their stubborn ways and finally listened to what God has been saying to them. I … Continue reading Testify
Flu Shots for Infants
Apparently, not only do flu shots have no effect on the elderly, but not it's being show they have no effect on infants, either: There is no evidence that vaccinating children under two-years-old reduces deaths or complications from the illness, researchers say. Researchers have reviewed 25 studies that looked at the impact of vaccines in … Continue reading Flu Shots for Infants
Image Hosting
One of the banes of running a website is that you pay for the bandwidth used. The more people, the more bandwidth. And if you want to host a picture that lots of people look at, your bandwidth can go up radically. I stumbled across ImageShack today that may offer a solution. Free bandwidth, free … Continue reading Image Hosting
Anglican Church Splits Over Gays
I'm not surprised. Although gays and lesbians have been successful at convincing the secular world to accept their lifestyle, it's a lot harder to edit the bible to accept your lifestyle. Christians should never allow any sort of unrepentent sinner to lead them. The vast majority of people going to church share conservative values, but … Continue reading Anglican Church Splits Over Gays
Corpse Springs to Life in Hearse, Terrifies Populace
Witnesses reported a lot of screaming: * From James Lilek's twisted sense of humor *
Korn Guitarist Finds God
Guitarist Brian Welch, has parted ways with Korn, the band he helped start. Guitarist Brian "Head" Welch, a founding member of Korn, has left the band and has rededicated his life to Christianity, according to the group's management. "Korn has parted ways with guitarist Brian 'Head' Welch, who has chosen Jesus Christ as his savior, … Continue reading Korn Guitarist Finds God
Rant Against Rebates
I really dislike the rebate system that a lot of companies are using. I bought a gift this Christmas that was a little over my price range, but it came with a rebate coupon for $50. I cut the UPC symbol off the box, filled out the paperwork, and waited. Eight weeks later, I get … Continue reading Rant Against Rebates
Blogger Interview
One of the blogs I've just started reading is Amy's Humble Musings, winner of the 2005 Best New Evangelical Blog. I stumbled across it at just the right moment; she's starting a Interview Game as part of a "Blog-a-thon" at Buried Treasure Books to raise money for an Ethiopian orphan named Azanou who needs eye … Continue reading Blogger Interview
I Feel Good
Na na na na na na na. You knew that I would. Na na na na na na na. The flu bug has come and gone, and I'm feeling pretty good this morning. Sure, there are some lingering symptoms - a little nasal congestion, a voice that sounds like Kermit the Frog, uncontrollable urge to … Continue reading I Feel Good
Baby 81
Remember the "Baby 81" stories from the New York Times the last several weeks? How this baby was the 81st admitted to a Sri Lanka Hospital and 9 separate women all claimed the baby as their own, one mother claimed the baby had been washed out of her arms during the tsunami, and it took … Continue reading Baby 81
Loonatics
Superhero Loonytunes: In the year 2772, Bugs Bunny will be Super Bugs Bunny. Just in case you thought they had run out of ideas on television, you know.
WordPress 1.5 "Strayhorn" Update
I decided to play hooky; I'm only feeling 85-90% today. When my brain is foggy with antihistimines, I thought that was the best time to make major, technical upgrades. Voila, WordPress 1.5 is installed. The default "kubrick" theme is up for now; I'll convert the old templates one at a time. If you notice anything … Continue reading WordPress 1.5 "Strayhorn" Update
Cold & Flu & Sinus Information Overload
I'm still dragging myself around after recovering from yesterday's flu, so I thought I'd run by the little overpriced sundry shop downstairs (affectionately known as "That Little Overpriced Sundry Shop Downstairs"). The choices included: Tylenol Cold & Flu Tylenol Allergy & Sinus Tylenol Cold & Allergy & Sinus Tylenol Sinus & Cold Tylenol Sinus & … Continue reading Cold & Flu & Sinus Information Overload
WordPress 1.5 "Strayhorn"
Non-techie warning: Chasing the Wind might be offline sporadically tomorrow as I upgrade some software. Techie warning: WordPress 1.5, "Strayhorn," was released this week. From your end, not much has changed, but the back end will give me much better tools to kill off spam. Believe you me, deleting 250 pieces of spam one at … Continue reading WordPress 1.5 "Strayhorn"
No Flu Shots For Me
I've always mistrusted the flu shot. People willing to line up by the millions to have some chemical injected into their blood stream. What if it's not a flu shot? What if it's some sort of brain-altering chemical substance that turns you into a drooling zombie? That also explains my theory on where liberals come … Continue reading No Flu Shots For Me
Weekend Recap
My brain is not yet in gear this Monday morning, so I'll just recap the weekend. Friday night Diane and I caught "Million Dollar Baby." Highly recommended; although it's a boxing movie, it's not what you expect. Hilary Swank was terrific; she sure can throw a punch. In the race for Oscars, I thought this … Continue reading Weekend Recap
Dale Earnhardt and Chim Chim
This post will be too long, so here's the end of the story first: I bought my brother this t-shirt (click for larger image): OK, now I'll back up to the beginning. A synopsis of random nonsense all munged together for your amusement. 🙂 I still get a lot of visitors here looking for Dale … Continue reading Dale Earnhardt and Chim Chim
Stealth Tax
The Houston Chronicle did a terrible job discussing the appraisal cap issue which came up on the Texas Senate floor yesterday: Cities and counties would be the hardest hit by a lower appraisal cap because it would hamper their ability to raise revenues to pay for local services. This is absolutely false. Revenue can go … Continue reading Stealth Tax
Shadowlands
Last night Diane took me to see Shadowlands at the A.D. Players Theater. Diane played the part of the hostess so well - she drove, she opened my car door for me, she bought me a class of wine and treated me to some appetizers. I sort of felt... funny... not doing those things for … Continue reading Shadowlands
Cookie Grinches Aftermath
The cookie grinches still don't get it. I wrote about the problems facing Taylor Ostergaard and Lindsey Jo Zellitti here and how a radio station came to their aid here. According to an Associated Press story, the girls will pick up a check today from Denver radio station KOA to pay their legal costs. Wanda … Continue reading Cookie Grinches Aftermath
Cookie Girls Rescued
The dastardly cookie girls I wrote about last week have been rescued by a radio station: Radio station KOA-AM of Denver raised more than $1,900 from listeners Friday to pay the girls' $930.78 fine. The rest of the money will go to a charity dedicated to victims of the Columbine High School massacre. Meanwhile, Richard … Continue reading Cookie Girls Rescued
Where Oh Where Has My Firefly Gone?
I am not a brownshirt, although it's certainly starting to look like it. After buying the Firefly DVD series last August, I watched an episode with Sean. Well... ok, more than one. After the first episode, he said he could stay for another. And then another. I think we watched 5 in a row before … Continue reading Where Oh Where Has My Firefly Gone?
Houston's Socialist Towing Program
Houston recently mandated the "Safe Clear" towing program. It wasn't interesting enough to talk about at the time, but it gets more and more interesting. The original idea was to get motorists off the road when they break down to prevent additional accidents. You must accept the tow; you must get in the tow truck; … Continue reading Houston's Socialist Towing Program
Cookie Girls Must Be Punished!
What is this world coming to if girls think they can bake cookies for their neighbors and get away with it? Have they no shame, performing acts of kindness upon unsuspecting people? Here's an example of the "vandalism" these two girls, Taylor and Lindsey, performed upon their neighbors: The July 31 deliveries consisted of half … Continue reading Cookie Girls Must Be Punished!
Friday!
It's my Friday off, but I'm at work. Something is seriously wrong with me. One of the bosses walked by and made a comment to a co-worker about his blue jeans. "That's not according to the dress code." We're supposed to be business casual, but on Fridays off most of the building is empty. Most … Continue reading Friday!
Life of an Engineer
Contrary to what the lovely Miss Vox said recently, the following is not true. Not at all. It's a button from Think Geek. Click the button for the website. Mathematically. Ha. Mathcad was of absolutely no use. Any engineer could figure that out; you have to use the best tool for the job. I'm using … Continue reading Life of an Engineer
To Boldly Go… Look, It's Really Gone Now
Star Trek: Enterprise is cancelled. The writing was dramatically improved this year, but it's too late. Viewership started at 13 million a week the first year, but now it's down to 2.9 million. The series was cancelled early enough to write a series finale, scheduled for May 13. I've been watching Star Trek episode with … Continue reading To Boldly Go… Look, It's Really Gone Now
Death Row Syndrome
I don't get it. A man on death row wants to die... and "experts" consider that to be a reason to overturn his death penalty? Because he wants to die? It would only be ok to execute him if he wants to live? Or do you have to prescribe a treatment to make him mentally … Continue reading Death Row Syndrome
Liberal Columnist Asks: What if Bush was Right All Along?
Columnist Mark Brown isn't entirely convinced. But at least he's asking the right questions: Maybe you're like me and have opposed the Iraq war since before the shooting started -- not to the point of joining any peace protests, but at least letting people know where you stood. [...] But after watching Sunday's election in … Continue reading Liberal Columnist Asks: What if Bush was Right All Along?
Wongdoody Fact Sheet
Just supposing the owner of your company is Doody, Wong, and Wiener... why would you name your company Wongdoody? Curious minds want to know what happened to the Wiener.
Fantasy Coffins
When I die, I'd like to be buried in a solemn, dignified way. Like in a coffin shaped like a giant shoe. Let's say a giant shoe isn't your thing. "But Michael," you say, "my sole is at rest. What other coffins are available." I'm glad you asked. At Fantasy Coffins, you can also be … Continue reading Fantasy Coffins
Mechanical Investing for February '05
All in all, a -2.9% loss for the month. Not bad considering the market's performance so far this year. Holding for another month: Ticker Bought Now Return AAPL $52.69 $77.33 +46.8% Apple Computer. I sold a little of this to pay for my Lasik this month. 🙂 ALOY $7.71 $6.96 -9.7% Media and Marketing … Continue reading Mechanical Investing for February '05
Things I Learned While On Business
If I can possibly help it, I will never buy a minivan. I rented a Chevy Shoebox (so named for the comfort factor) since I was the driver for 5 guys. From Ewing, NJ, I-95 intersects US Highway 1 whether you head north or south. If the directions to the manufacturing plant read, "Take I-95 … Continue reading Things I Learned While On Business
Bill Gates circa 1983
I'll be back from my trip later today. I hope y'all were good while I was gone. In the meantime, here is something scarier than disemboweled plush toys or a Cheetoh shaped like the Loch Ness monster: Bill Gates, circa 1983, poses for a Teen Beat photospread:
Secrets of the Magic Eight Ball
Business trip still, but I'll be back tomorrow. In the meantime, I'm going to reveal a little secret: The Magic Eight Ball is a phony. Pfft. No way can it tell the future. Here's how it works: Secrets of the Magic Eight Ball
Circus of Disemboweled Plush Toys
Still away on a business trip this week, and since I won't read your reactions for a couple of days, I'll leave you with something slightly disturbing for Wednesday: The Circus of Disemboweled Plush Toys. It includes the tragic picture of Slicey McLamb. Sniff.
The Museum of Food Anomalies
I'm away on a business trip this week, and probably won't have access to a computer. Nonetheless, through the magic of, um, post-dating entries ahead of time, I'll have a new amusement every day while I'm gone around noontime. I don't want you to be bored just cuz I'm busy, you know. 🙂 First up … Continue reading The Museum of Food Anomalies
Bible Fiction on Television
Last year with Passion of the Christ, religious issues came back to the front of American media. Now I see that NBC is coming out with two new Biblical shows this year. One is Revelations, premiering April 13 at 9pm ET/PT: REVELATIONS 9/8pm Wednesdays This limited-run drama series stars Bill Pullman as Dr. Richard Massey, … Continue reading Bible Fiction on Television
The Great Abortion Marketing Plan
Dr. Bernard Nathanson, co-founder of NARAL/Pro-Choice America, is confessing his sins. He was a leading abortion practitioner in the late 1960's and early 1970's. In a column in Worldnet Daily, Dr. Nathanson tells the author how the founded a group to market the idea of abortion to America, and it was far more successful than … Continue reading The Great Abortion Marketing Plan
Business Trip
I'm going to be gone Tuesday through Friday on a business trip. I don't think I own enough warm clothes. Today at my destination, it's 9°F. That's not enough digits.
Odd Seaches and New Visitors
Today's odd searches that led people to Chasing the Wind: John Kerry the Pastamancer hari raya haji greeting her son has a big day ahead of him. so why did she choose nutella? beer and seizure activity r u n n o f t I am cow hear me moo boston draftsman pencil sharpener principle … Continue reading Odd Seaches and New Visitors
Lasered Eyeballs Update
First of all, many thanks for your thoughts and prayers. The short story is the Lasik was a complete success. Long story below. 🙂 Diane dropped me off for my appointment at 1:00pm yesterday and I got checked in for the procedure. They give me a complete examination all over again and take all the … Continue reading Lasered Eyeballs Update
Lasered Eyeballs
I'd appreciate your prayers today. I'll be having Lasik surgery this afternoon. Having your eyeballs lasered sounds like some "B" movie science fiction torture method, but I'm assured this surgery is a positive thing. I'll try to post an update when my vision recovers.
Election Fraud
There are a lot of news stories about the Democrats challenging poll results in Ohio lately, even though Bush won that state by 118,000 votes. Although I think the Democrats are just doing political grandstanding on the issue and it won't change anything, making sure the elections are fair is a noble enough cause. Go … Continue reading Election Fraud
Comment Spam
Yuck. Comment Spam. You don't see very much of it on Chasing the Wind because I've put a few key phrases in a spam filter, but I think the only two words I need are "viagra" and "poker" in that file. If you attempt to comment using one of those words, it goes into a … Continue reading Comment Spam
Rejoice
I'm looking at today's "Verse of the Day," which is a subset of a lesson I've recently been studying. Romans 5:1-5 Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have [a]peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this [b]grace in which we now stand. … Continue reading Rejoice
Psycho Rats
I've discovered this morning that if you search on Google for "what is the psychological term for a packrat?," your #1 reference source is Chasing the Wind. If you're searching for "taoism tsunami," though, Chasing the Wind ranks #9. You must be pretty desperate to come here looking for tsunami taoism. 🙂
LEGO Church
The Abston Church of Christ (Abston is a fictional town, named after the plastic that LEGO is made from (ABS)) in all it's glory. Click the picture for the main website; one you're there, explore all the rooms and the construction history. If I was a LEGO person, I'd spend my Sundays here. 🙂
Don't Even *Think* About Questioning Evolution
This textbook contains material on evolution. Evolution is a theory, not a fact, regarding the origin of living things. This material should be approached with an open mind, studied carefully and critically considered. That's the wording on schoolbooks in Cobb County, Georgia. A Georgia judge today ruled that the wording must be removed because it … Continue reading Don't Even *Think* About Questioning Evolution
Nikola.com Added to Blogroll
Via Michelle Malkin, I read that Ambra Nykol has lost her job and that Michelle thinks the Mainstream Media should hire her for her fresh, interesting, and diverse point of view. Off I go to check her out. I find this very well written post about rapper Kanye West's song, "Jesus Walks." Nykol examines the … Continue reading Nikola.com Added to Blogroll
Secret Weight Loss Plan Revealed
My secret weight loss plan is out. I tried to keep it a secret, but the US Health and Human Services blabbed it to the world. Now everybody will be skinny, sheesh. 😛 "It's really common sense. Do you want to look better? Do you want to feel better?" Health and Human Services Secretary Tommy … Continue reading Secret Weight Loss Plan Revealed
Random Searches
Now that the Dale Earnhardt craze is nearly over, it's fun again to look over the search terms and see why people are coming to visit Chasing the Wind. ns.exe gaobot People still struggling with viruses and looking for solutions. john kerry daughters No pictures here, fellas. Move along. bobbie sue luthor naked Still no … Continue reading Random Searches
Gimme Your Money For Your Own Good
First, our Texas government says they have more money than ever. In fact, they have too much. [Texas Comptroller Carole Keeton] Strayhorn estimated legislators will have $64.7 billion in state revenue to spend in the upcoming two-year budget — $6.4 billion more than they had in January 2003. Then they say they need more: [Texas … Continue reading Gimme Your Money For Your Own Good
Quickie Chocolate Mousse
Dessert was cappucino and chocolate mousse. Since I had dried chocolate on my nose when Diane showed up, she already knew I had been sampling the dessert: Quickie Chocolate Mousse 1 (12 oz) package semisweet chocolate morsels 1/2 cup sugar (I substituted Splenda, no sense killing myself if I don't have to.) 3 eggs 1 … Continue reading Quickie Chocolate Mousse
Mexican Lasagna
So, where was I? Oh yes, my 3-day weekend. Saturday morning I woke up with one of those headaches, but I'm getting better at curing them. Only 2 Advils this time with an ice pack to the back of the head for an hour or so. By noon, I was feeling pretty good again. Good … Continue reading Mexican Lasagna
Weekend Recap – With Recipes!
What a wonderful weekend. Have I ever mentioned how much I love my 3-day weekends? 3-Day Weekends! 3-Day Weekends! 3-Day Weekends! Oops, sorry, carried away there for a sec. 🙂 I can see I enjoyed the weekend so much I forgot to post a thing, so let me get caught up here. My weekend actually … Continue reading Weekend Recap – With Recipes!
A Melted, Chocolate Truffle? I'm Doomed!
Yeah, I may have lost a lot of weight the last two months, but that's because Starbucks wasn't offering this: SEATTLE--Jan. 5, 2005--Beginning January 8, 2005, Starbucks Coffee Company will offer Chantico drinking chocolate in Starbucks stores throughout the United States and Canada. Best described as a "drinkable dessert," Chantico drinking chocolate has an intense, … Continue reading A Melted, Chocolate Truffle? I'm Doomed!
Microsoft Virus
Microsoft has plans to offer a virus removal tool for sale later this year to compete with Norton and McAfee. For now, you can get a free virus removal tool from the main Microsoft website, http://www.microsoft.com. What a fantastic idea. First, sell a product prone to viruses (virii?). Then sell a tool to remove the … Continue reading Microsoft Virus
Lasik Exam
I'm off to the eye doc this morning to see if I'm a candidate for Lasik. I'm doing my research; I think there's a Sci-Fi movie where they laser somebody's eyes out as a form of torture. I'm hoping my appointment goes better than that. Here are my questions so far: Do you use "custom" … Continue reading Lasik Exam
Dear Concerned Citizen
The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue Washington, D.C. 20016 Dear Concerned Citizen: Thank you for your recent letter roundly criticizing our treatment of the Taliban and Al Qaeda detainees currently being held at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Our administration takes these matters seriously, and your opinion was heard loud and clear here in Washington. You'll be … Continue reading Dear Concerned Citizen
Due to Inflation, Inches Are Longer
Once upon a time, I could walk into any department store and buy a pair of pants that fit. 34" inseam, 34" waist. They always fit perfectly. Over the last 5 years I've gained a little weight and I'm now wearing 38/34, but I'm working that off again (I've lost 17 lbs in 2 months!) … Continue reading Due to Inflation, Inches Are Longer
Where is the Tsunami Aid Going?
Take a good look at this picture. Feel free to click it for a larger image. This was taken in Galle, Sri Lanka. Now, Sri Lanka is primarily Buddhist, but many of the countries hardest hit by the tsunami are Muslim. And notice that the bystander watching, left of center, is wearing an Osama Bin … Continue reading Where is the Tsunami Aid Going?
Defend Yourself Against Hobbits
I'm having a weird feeling dizzy feeling. For my brother-in-law, I found a geeky gift. I want to turn him into a true geek someday so our bonding will be complete, but he's not there yet. He's too intellectual still and can recite poems and Homer's Iliad by heart. Stop it; let me find you … Continue reading Defend Yourself Against Hobbits
Mechanical Investing for January '05
For 2004, Mechanical Investing yielded a 37.2% return for 2004 for me. I'm going to continue following the SOS_Ancer screen primarily. Stock picks for Dec 31, 2004 can be found on the Motley Fool Mechanical Investing board, but I'm pretty sure it's subscription only to read it. Holding for another month: Ticker Bought Now Return … Continue reading Mechanical Investing for January '05
Tsunami and Banda Aceh, Indonesia
Banda Aceh, Indonesia was close to the epicenter of the earthquake and the resulting tsunami, but it wasn't until this morning that I understood the magnitude of the impact there. In photos released this morning, here are before and after shots of the shoreline:
Tsunami Update
The US increased the amount of aid pledged 10-fold to $350 million. That doesn't include the millions more pledged voluntarily through organizations like the Red Cross. Meanwhile, Kofi Annan finally speaks on the disaster. Apparently, he didn't want to interrupt his ski vacation in Jackson, Wyoming to deal with the crisis. Q: Mr. Secretary, picking … Continue reading Tsunami Update
Earthquake / Tsunami Animation
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Adminstration (NOAA) has put up a worldwide animation that shows where the earthquake hit and which areas of the world were affected. Watching it it's easy to see why east Africa (3300 miles away), India, Indonesia and Malaysia were hit by the tsunami, but Singapore, only a few hundred miles away, … Continue reading Earthquake / Tsunami Animation
Go Dogs, Go!
A houseful of dogs for Christmas was most amusing. Patch is used to having the house by himself most of the time, and most of the time he's very well behaved. He leaves the occasional brown surprise behind the sofa, I suppose, but what dog doesn't? Patch doesn't usually chew slippers or possess other destructive … Continue reading Go Dogs, Go!
Tsunami Catastrophe
Coming back after the Christmas holidays, I've shocked by the news from Asia, where a tsunami has killed thousands - 22,000 at the last estimate I've seen. A huge, catastrophic number. Some of the pictures are personal - I vacationed once in Phuket, Thailand when my mom and sister came to visit me in Singapore. … Continue reading Tsunami Catastrophe
Blessed Christmas to All
This was a special, blessed Christmas for me in so many ways this year. My son came home to visit from college, my step-father got to come home from the hospital, I spent Christmas Eve with my beautiful sweetheart for the first time in years, and wonders of wonders it snowed on Christmas Eve in … Continue reading Blessed Christmas to All
Incoming!
Step 1. Tie balloons to car. Step 2. Drive like crazy .... Step 3. Watch people freak out !!!!
His and Hers, But She's Going to Jail
Let me tell you of a story about a man named Frank; he almost got his girl arrested, he's going to get a spank. Then one day he was looking so cool, and then the next he was looking like a fool. Time, that is. Incarceration. Camp Cupcake. Er, sorry for the bad Beverly Hillbillies … Continue reading His and Hers, But She's Going to Jail
Faith and Love – Brian Holman's Story
Don't we often complain that the news gives us only the bad news? When the news gives us a story of faith, hope, and love, let's celebrate it. Brian Holman, former pitcher for the Seattle Mariners, has a family full of trials, from his own rehab to a child falling off a snow resort chairlift … Continue reading Faith and Love – Brian Holman's Story
Saturday Stress Relief
I went to visit my step-father in the hospital today; I hope to visit him tomorrow if he's up for company. I had trouble finding a parking spot because they had torn up the road for construction. At home, I met with a contractor to install a new dryer vent. He was here for 4 … Continue reading Saturday Stress Relief
These Are a Few of My Favorite Things
Eight Days till Christmas. Are you ready? Most of my family will be here for Christmas *SUNDAY* and I think I'm barely going to be ready in time. The rest of you lucky squirrels have another week to get ready. I've been occupied and forgetful, and I'm going to get all caught up in a … Continue reading These Are a Few of My Favorite Things
Mer^2y Christmas
This cartoon will appeal to only a very few people. I happen to be one of them. 🙂
Christmas Gift Idea
As Long as Democrats Think That, Republicans Will Win
Peggy Noonan has a great article about how the faith and politics today. It's too bad she only writes on Thursdays. The first example she had was when reporters questioned President Bush's speechwriter, Michael Gerson. The reporters wanted to know when the president refers to his "belief" whether he is speaking in "code" to evangelicals. … Continue reading As Long as Democrats Think That, Republicans Will Win
Removing the Tree
I don't know if they called it a Holiday Tree or a Christmas Tree, but either way, it's gone. Since it was decorated with non-religious ornaments, I'm guessing it was a Holiday Tree. Here's a picture of the actual tree so you can see for yourself. In any event, it's been removed to "make sure … Continue reading Removing the Tree
Headlines in 2029
Ozone created by electric cars now killing millions in the seventh largest country in the world, Mexifornia (formally known as California). White minorities still trying to have English recognized as Mexifornia's third language. Spotted Owl plague threatens northwest United States crops and livestock. Baby conceived naturally. Scientists stumped. Couple petitions court to reinstate heterosexual marriage. … Continue reading Headlines in 2029
Would You Like Some Free Money?
On my way to the cafeteria this morning for coffee, I stopped at the ATM to get some cash. Another man was just finishing up; I waited 5 seconds or so and then he walked away. Instead of the "Please insert your card," the ATM screen said, "Would you like another transaction?" The man in … Continue reading Would You Like Some Free Money?
The Healing Power of Chocolate
The ancient Mayans were right. Chocolate heals. Among the benefits reported in the Journal of the American Medical Association: Cocoa, rich in flavonoids, help keep blood platelets from clumping together which can reduce the risk of blood clots that could lead to heart attacks. Dark chocolate can lower blood pressure in elderly hypertensive patients. Chocolate … Continue reading The Healing Power of Chocolate
Virtual Credit Cards
I received some junk mail from my AT&T credit card, but I read this one. They're offering a free (free!) service for shopping online: virtual credit card numbers. Before I buy something online, I can login their site at http://www.universalcard.com and fill out a short form for a new credit card number. I can specify … Continue reading Virtual Credit Cards
No Good Deed Unpunished
I wouldn't normally post this except I'm amused. 😛 Coming home from church last night (the 2nd of four Advent studies), I stopped to fill up with gas. Swipe my card, fill up, swap the windows, hang up the nozzle, get back in the car... And a young woman interrupts just before I close the … Continue reading No Good Deed Unpunished
Customer Service Humbugs
I hit the gym on the way home, and on the Bally's entry door is a poster I've not seen before, something about a sweepstakes and I need to get a card punched. All I have to do is exercise 12 times between Thanksgiving and Christmas, and I'm probably halfway there already. All the service … Continue reading Customer Service Humbugs
A Large Mammal
Those that know me already know I'm a Large Mammal, though I've been losing weight. 10.5 lbs in the last month, in fact. I'm still a Large Mammal, though. Even when I'm back down to my fightin' weight of 190 lbs, I'll still be a large, muscle bound, hulking mammal. Rawr. Now Chasing the Wind … Continue reading A Large Mammal
Hayden Update
John met with a neurologist this week. I'm sorry to report the prognosis isn't good. Your continued prayers are needed more than ever. John's son Ryan wrote this this morning: Hello Everyone, There was a meeting yesterday with the hospital staff. Hayden's prognosis is "a persistent vegetative state." It's been 38 days now since the … Continue reading Hayden Update
A Passion for Movies
I went to Amazon to look for a DVD. I heard of "The Gospel of John" that came out around the time of "The Passion of Christ" and wanted to see if it was available. So I went to Amazon and searched for "Passion of Christ" to see if "Gospel of John" popped up as … Continue reading A Passion for Movies
Chasing the Wind 
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