What a Wonderful World-Shadow Puppets

Okay, this is the best video I've seen in a while and I don't think I've ever seen anything of this kind, so it really made me smile. It's only 2 1/2 minutes long, so take the time to watch it (make sure your sound is up) and smile along with me. :) I originally downloaded it from an email from my mom, so I viewed it full screen, but the youtube version will get you the gist of it.

Wabbit and Kid Joke

A precious little girl walks into a pet shop and asks, in the sweetest little lisp, between two missing teeth, "Excuthe me, mithter, do you keep widdle wabbits?"

As the shopkeeper's heart melts, he gets down on his knees so that he's on her level and asks, "Do you want a widdle white wabbit, or a thoft and fuwwy bwack wabbit, or maybe one like that cute widdle bwown wabbit over there?"

She, in turn, blushes, rocks on her heels, puts her hands on her knees, leans forward and says, in a tiny quiet voice,

"I don't think my python weally gives a thit."

;-)

PSA--Crocs and Escalators, Not a Good Mix

I've never really liked Crocs. At the camp I work at over the summer, they're big....they're huge. You're no one unless you have at least one pair of Crocs and this year, the fad was to compare the little 'charm' type items that were created to snap into the holes and make the shoes 'unique'. Frankly, I find them ugly, unappealing, clunky, inconvenient (when they're constantly slipping off my kids' feet and we've gotta slow down for them to put them back on), and far from 'unique' no matter how many plastic pieces you show into the holes. If kids want to wear them and parents want to buy them, though, then it's none of my business and I keep my mouth shut about my own personal preferences (until now, of course, but this isn't my first shoe rant...I ranted about flip flops almost a year ago).

Whether you like Crocs or not is your own choice, but for your kids and yourself, please beware of the latest string of accidents occurring. They involve your precious rubber shoes that float in the water and from what I've heard are the "most comfortable thing" to wear. And they involve those moving steps we love to use in malls....escalators. The main reports have been of children as young as 2 and have been as extreme as ripping off full toes. Not good. The article is lengthy, but it's in-depth, so if you or your kids wear Crocs, at least take the time to skim over it and when you're riding escalators, make sure children stay away from the sides and fully pick up their feet to step onto the floor at the end.

How Americans View the World (Part II)

So just yesterday (or I suppose the day before considering it's technically after midnight here), I posted the cartoon-ish map of how Americans view the world. Last night, a friend of mine sent me the link to the photo above, which is very similar, but cleaner and more detailed, so I thought I'd pass it along, too.

(Photo is much bigger at the link for those who'd want it as a desktop ;-)....)

Spaghetti Twirler

To twirl or not to twirl? That is the question. This handy dandy little do-hicky (doohicky? dohickey? hmmm?)....let's you have all the fun with twirling. And it's battery operated, too! Personally, twirling my spaghetti always leaves me with a huge forkful and lots of strands hanging down that make me look less than trained in etiquette. This is probably aimed toward kids, but there's no harm in having some fun for yourself if this would make you happy for a bit. Each one is only $9.95+ shipping and for that price, you might consider it as part of a gag gift or something to teach the kids how spaghetti should look on the fork....or to let them use as a treat if they've been good, which will obviously encourage them to eat more (if that's an issue with yours, that is). You can find them on Amazon here.

I'm Not Dead! (Man Wakes Up During Autopsy)

....Carlos Camejo, 33, was declared dead after a highway accident and taken to the morgue, where examiners began an autopsy only to realize something was amiss when he started bleeding. They quickly sought to stitch up the incision on his face.

"I woke up because the pain was unbearable," Camejo said, according to a report on Friday in leading local newspaper El Universal.

His grieving wife turned up at the morgue to identify her husband's body only to find him moved into a corridor -- and alive....

The rest of the brief article.

How creepy would that be? I'm glad he's alive and I'm sure his wife is ecstatic after the trauma of finding out her husband is dead, but isn't after all......but to wake up on the cutting table with someone inserting a knife into my face?? No thanks.

An even bigger question in my mind, though, is....why were they cutting his face? It's an autopsy....wouldn't they be inspecting other areas first? And wouldn't 'those' cuts or poking and prodding 'wake him up'? Did they not check vital signs either? I know this took place in Venezuela, but it still sounds kinda sketchy to me. :S

(The picture is of him holding the report ordering an autopsy)

How Americans View Everyone

Click to be able to read the text. Each area is labeled with what 'Americans view them as'.

Knitted Apple/Fruit Protectors

Apple covers!! Okay, so here's the description they used and I think it's quite decent. Personally, I'd never wrap my apples in knitted covers, but I can see them being adorable for those who work at a desk and would set them out (I'm thinking the images of traditional teachers or those secretaries who keep pictures out on their desks for all to see, etc). They're for other fruits, too, not just apples, so maybe you'll find some use out of them. They were featured in New York Times, though, so don't get your hopes up for quick delivery...they're out of stock!! I've also noticed that they've raised the prices since I first discovered them and it's rather disappointing, but if you really like 'em, I suppose it's worth it....

Tired of tossing an apple in your purse for a snack and retrieving it later only to find it battered and impaled on your house keys? Never eat a bruised apple again with this hand-knit, 100% cotton sleeve. Topped off with a knit leaf detail and button closure, these apple jackets aren't exactly armor, but they sure are adorable! Get one to keep your apple, pear, peach, etc. safe or give to a teacher as a great gift.

Rot-O-Meter--Sensorfresh Meat Freshness Tester

When you buy meat and poultry, its freshness and safety is probably your number-one concern. Unfortunately, few of us have confidence in the "sell by" dates on package labels. And relying on appearance and smell can be deceiving — especially when inert gasses are added to meat packages; they extend the appearance of freshness and add confusing odors.

The revolutionary SensorfreshQ™ is an affordable, portable, handheld electronic "nose" that uses leading-edge food-safety technology to quickly measure the bacteriological activity on uncooked meat or poultry. Its sophisticated micro-processor takes over 2,000 readings in under one minute and through complex algorithms, determines the food's safety — a green LED means it is safe; yellow means okay but eat within a day; and red signals that freshness is no longer assured.

So if you're sick of smelling the meat that's been left in your bottom crisper for too long and you're never sure if you should go ahead and cook it or not, this may be just the investment for you. Personally, I say when it's green and fuzzy, that's too late, but anything before then, go for it.....but I'm not everyone, lol. It can be found here for a lovely $49.95 plus shipping....but it 'was' $89.95, so what a steal! Hehe.

Do Not Play List for Weddings

Check out this place for a list of songs that shouldn't be funny. Some are the most traditionally corny songs like the chicken dance one...and others are like the ones below that sound okay on the surface but are really strange break-up or stalker songs. No thanks!

• Every Breath You Take – Police (Unless you're marrying your creepy stalker, this is not a romantic song!)
• I will Always Love You – Dolly Parton/ Whitney Houston (It's about a break up. Please, no talk of "bittersweet memories" at your wedding.)
• Lips of an Angel – Hinder (The angel's great lips are enough to make him think about cheating on his girlfriend).
• My Heart Will Go On – Celine Dion (She's singing the song to her dead boyfriend. Dead and weddings don't mix that well.)
• Tears in Heaven – Eric Clapton (Yet another death song I've heard at too many weddings. I know there's the life insurance policy, but it's a little too early to be talking about death, don't you think?)
• I Will Survive – Gloria Gaynor. (Not only have I heard this at a million weddings, but I've also seen it on lists of "popular wedding songs!" People, it's a song about surviving a horrible breakup! Don't play this at your wedding.)
• Jesse's Girl – Rick Springfield (Go ahead. Fuel rumors that the bride is sleeping/has slept/will sleep with the Best Man.)
• White Wedding – Billy Idol (Idol himself says that the song is about hating his sister's fiancé.)
• Love Stinks, You Gave Love A Bad Name, Tainted Love (all self explanatory).

Not Bad Mileage

A recent survey revealed that the average American walks 900 miles per year.

Another revealed that the average American consumes 20 gallons of beer per year.

Conclusion: The average American gets 45 miles per gallon.

;-)

The Ideal Welcome Mat

Courtesy of my mom, lol...

Why Parents Go Gray (Joke)

Okay guys, I'm finally back at school and although classes start up again Monday and I'll still be slow, it 'is' about time I get some of this stuff that's cluttering up my firefox bookmarks and email accounts posted and out of my way for everyone else to enjoy. :D

A father passing by his son's bedroom was astonished to see that his

bed was nicely made and everything was picked up. Then he saw an

envelope, propped up prominently on the pillow that was addressed to

"Dad."

With the Worst premonition he opened the envelope with trembling hands

and read the letter.

Dear Dad:

It is with great regret and sorrow that I'm writing you. I had to

elope with my new girlfriend because I wanted to avoid a scene with Mom

and you. I have been finding real passion with Stacy and she is so nice.

But I knew you would not approve of her because of all her piercings,

tattoos, tight motorcycle clothes and the fact that she is much older

than I am. But it's not only the passion...Dad she's pregnant.

Stacy said that we will be very happy. She owns a trailer in the woods

and has a stack of firewood for the whole winter. We share a dream of

having many more children. Stacy has opened my eyes to the fact that

marijuana doesn't really hurt anyone. We'll be growing it for ourselves

and trading it with the other people that live nearby for cocaine and

ecstasy. In the meantime we will pray that science will find a cure for

AIDS so Stacy can get better. She deserves it.

Don't worry Dad. I'm 15 and I know how to take care of myself. Someday

I'm sure that we will be back to visit so that you can get to know your

grandchildren.

Love, Your Son, John

PS. Dad, none of the above is true. I'm over at Tommy's house. I just

wanted to remind you that there are worse things in life than a report

card, that's in my center desk drawer.

I love you.

Call me when it's safe to come home.