I have never been a big computer game player. I'm not talking about the fancy games, I'm talking about the free games you can download from MSN. I came across Bejeweled several months ago and I've been an adict ever since. I find myself clicking and clicking and clicking, hour after hour. My mind goes blank and my fingers do the work.
I'm currious to know if anyone else has a funny adiction to a mind numbing game like Bejewled.
Side note. I removed the irritants post. Have a nice day.
Monday, June 30, 2003
Friday, June 27, 2003
Mel's Diary: Potty Training The Cat
Attempt #1: I put the litter box on the toilet to get the cat accustomed to the change. Gave treats every time he used it correctly.
Why it failed: Atticus thought it would be so much fun to show me he knew where the litter box was, and only used it when I was in the bathroom to give him a treat.
Really wish I had some scotchguard.
Attempt #2: Purchased the Kitty Wiz training system. After the purchase, I realized that the plastic seemed rather flimsy. Atticus thought so too, as he used it as a trampoline and broke it within the first 3 hours.
Why it failed: Kitty Wiz is for kittens/cats under 10 lbs (which Atticus is), but mostly for kittens under 1 lb (a much less known fact).
Attempt #3: After talking to Alicia (the pet guru), I raised the litter box a few inches each day to be equal height to the toilet. The idea being that Atticus would jump up on the toilet to access the litter box. The litter box was then switched to a cardboard box with short sides. This is a more stable "Kitty Wiz" approach. Each day the litter was reduced, the sides were cut lower and the small hole in the bottom of the box was cut larger. The idea being that Atticus would eventually start using the hole in the box that dumps into the toilet.
Why it failed: Atticus discovered that he could make the clay kitty litter disappear down the hole, and it never occurred to him that his pooh-pooh could do the same. Thank goodness I caught the problem before I had to call a plumber.
Attempt #4: Found this web site and was dazzled by another method. The idea is that you put a bowl in the toilet with a small amount of kitty litter and reduce it over time. Eventually switch over to water. As long as your cat puts 2-4 feet on the seat, you're in good shape to get it toilet trained.
Why this has almost failed: Atticus puts all 4 feet in the bowl. According to the web site, I'm in trouble.
Now Atticus likes to play in the kitty litter and splash it all over the bathroom.
I think I could cry.
Why it failed: Atticus thought it would be so much fun to show me he knew where the litter box was, and only used it when I was in the bathroom to give him a treat.
Really wish I had some scotchguard.
Attempt #2: Purchased the Kitty Wiz training system. After the purchase, I realized that the plastic seemed rather flimsy. Atticus thought so too, as he used it as a trampoline and broke it within the first 3 hours.
Why it failed: Kitty Wiz is for kittens/cats under 10 lbs (which Atticus is), but mostly for kittens under 1 lb (a much less known fact).
Attempt #3: After talking to Alicia (the pet guru), I raised the litter box a few inches each day to be equal height to the toilet. The idea being that Atticus would jump up on the toilet to access the litter box. The litter box was then switched to a cardboard box with short sides. This is a more stable "Kitty Wiz" approach. Each day the litter was reduced, the sides were cut lower and the small hole in the bottom of the box was cut larger. The idea being that Atticus would eventually start using the hole in the box that dumps into the toilet.
Why it failed: Atticus discovered that he could make the clay kitty litter disappear down the hole, and it never occurred to him that his pooh-pooh could do the same. Thank goodness I caught the problem before I had to call a plumber.
Attempt #4: Found this web site and was dazzled by another method. The idea is that you put a bowl in the toilet with a small amount of kitty litter and reduce it over time. Eventually switch over to water. As long as your cat puts 2-4 feet on the seat, you're in good shape to get it toilet trained.
Why this has almost failed: Atticus puts all 4 feet in the bowl. According to the web site, I'm in trouble.
Now Atticus likes to play in the kitty litter and splash it all over the bathroom.
I think I could cry.
Wednesday, June 25, 2003
Are You Millionaire Material?
Here is a test to see if you're cut out to be a millionaire. It confirmed everything I already knew. I should have been born rich.
Tuesday, June 24, 2003
Name This Quote Source
"I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing, only I will remain."
Monday, June 23, 2003
The best fish finder
There are many types of fish finders and sure-fire catching techniques in the world today. There are the fancy electronic devices that give the depth and show where the fish are hiding. There are the old men who stand by the dock and point to the spots where the fishing is best. Countless books and magazines are dedicated to the art of finding and catching fish. You're left with the question, do they work?
I've tried the electronic fish finders. It was quite helpful in finding a school of large fish. I bated my hook, dropped the line, then sat and waited. Nothing happened, the fish did not respond. I then used some of the techniques taught in magazines and books. Hours later, still no fish. I'm perfectly convinced that the fish examine the bait, giggle to themselves, then take a nap beside it to infuriate the fisherman or in my case, fisherwoman.
Drastic measures must then be taken. I proceeded towards the old man beside the dock. He must have been in his mid-80's wearing a shabby hat held together with a variety of hooks and tied flies, therefore appearing to be the leading authority on catching fish. For 20 minutes he instructed me on the correct technique, the needed bait, and finally the golden information - the spot.
The hike to the golden spot, which would be better described as a scary marsh, took only 1 hour. Once there, I was suddenly aware of other fishermen who apparently had been told about this exact golden spot. The thought came to me that the old man was most likely sitting at home on his lazy boy laughing at the stupidity of yet another desperate fisherman.
Although electronic fish finders, magazines and old experts in the field can be rather good fish finding tools and methods, the very best method is something I'm going to tell you about now. It's a tried and true method that will never leave you fishless again. It is as follows:
Park your car behind large shrubs. It is important that it is not seen by anyone and has a fast, easy access for an escape. It is essential you do not look like a deer, or any other animal that could be mistaken for a good kill. It is also important not to wear anything that can draw too much attention. Once you are settled nicely on a good lookout point behind some shrubs, pull out your 20/50 binoculars. Search the lake for the fishermen pulling in the fish of choice. This is the best fish finder, as you not only get to see where the fish are biting, you also get to hone in on the bait of choice, size of sinker, size of bobber, jigging action, rhythm of jig, kind of line, size of line, color of line, kind of fishing pole, size of pole, size of reel, moon phase, high tide, time of month, water temp, atmospheric pressure, how he's holding his jaw and tongue at time of cast, and of course the kind of goodies in their treat box. All this can be viewed in the secluded area behind the bushes. No electronic fish finder or other technique will give you the results you will achieve with this method.
Just remember this when you pull in your prize catch: You learned it here first.
Happy casting.
I've tried the electronic fish finders. It was quite helpful in finding a school of large fish. I bated my hook, dropped the line, then sat and waited. Nothing happened, the fish did not respond. I then used some of the techniques taught in magazines and books. Hours later, still no fish. I'm perfectly convinced that the fish examine the bait, giggle to themselves, then take a nap beside it to infuriate the fisherman or in my case, fisherwoman.
Drastic measures must then be taken. I proceeded towards the old man beside the dock. He must have been in his mid-80's wearing a shabby hat held together with a variety of hooks and tied flies, therefore appearing to be the leading authority on catching fish. For 20 minutes he instructed me on the correct technique, the needed bait, and finally the golden information - the spot.
The hike to the golden spot, which would be better described as a scary marsh, took only 1 hour. Once there, I was suddenly aware of other fishermen who apparently had been told about this exact golden spot. The thought came to me that the old man was most likely sitting at home on his lazy boy laughing at the stupidity of yet another desperate fisherman.
Although electronic fish finders, magazines and old experts in the field can be rather good fish finding tools and methods, the very best method is something I'm going to tell you about now. It's a tried and true method that will never leave you fishless again. It is as follows:
Park your car behind large shrubs. It is important that it is not seen by anyone and has a fast, easy access for an escape. It is essential you do not look like a deer, or any other animal that could be mistaken for a good kill. It is also important not to wear anything that can draw too much attention. Once you are settled nicely on a good lookout point behind some shrubs, pull out your 20/50 binoculars. Search the lake for the fishermen pulling in the fish of choice. This is the best fish finder, as you not only get to see where the fish are biting, you also get to hone in on the bait of choice, size of sinker, size of bobber, jigging action, rhythm of jig, kind of line, size of line, color of line, kind of fishing pole, size of pole, size of reel, moon phase, high tide, time of month, water temp, atmospheric pressure, how he's holding his jaw and tongue at time of cast, and of course the kind of goodies in their treat box. All this can be viewed in the secluded area behind the bushes. No electronic fish finder or other technique will give you the results you will achieve with this method.
Just remember this when you pull in your prize catch: You learned it here first.
Happy casting.
Friday, June 20, 2003
Practical Jokes
I enjoy a practical joke just like everyone, but I feel that this is taking things a bit too far. Funny idea, but I don’t think it should have gone further than an idea. I think I would cry if someone sent this stuff to me.
I found this site by searching “get even” on google. The story is like this. I ran into an old flame today and was quite happy to see him after 4 years. We talked for about 10 minutes and by the end I wanted to get away fast. He was once a very conservative person, but now uses language that is more suited for a sailor. I really like the theory of, “The best revenge is to live well”, I’m so thrilled that I have lived well. To be honest, it broke my heart to see that he is doing everything BUT living well. I never thought that living well would make me feel bad for the other person. Revenge isn’t all it’s cracked up to be after all.
I enjoy a practical joke just like everyone, but I feel that this is taking things a bit too far. Funny idea, but I don’t think it should have gone further than an idea. I think I would cry if someone sent this stuff to me.
I found this site by searching “get even” on google. The story is like this. I ran into an old flame today and was quite happy to see him after 4 years. We talked for about 10 minutes and by the end I wanted to get away fast. He was once a very conservative person, but now uses language that is more suited for a sailor. I really like the theory of, “The best revenge is to live well”, I’m so thrilled that I have lived well. To be honest, it broke my heart to see that he is doing everything BUT living well. I never thought that living well would make me feel bad for the other person. Revenge isn’t all it’s cracked up to be after all.
Wednesday, June 18, 2003
Changes in Life
Goals
Today I have decided to make a few changes in my life. The first is this: I will get to work on time everyday. Not 1 hr late, not 30 min late, not 2 min late. ON TIME. If anyone wants to laugh, please do so now. I just want you all to know that is true stuff. It's going to happen!
I will announce the next goals once I acheive this first one.
Funny Ad
The following ad in The Atlanta Journal is reported to have received numerous calls: SINGLE BLACK FEMALE seeks male companionship, ethnicity unimportant. I'm a very good looking girl who LOVES to play. I love long walks in the woods, riding in your pickup truck, hunting, camping and fishing trips, cozy winter nights lying by the fire. Candlelight dinners will have me eating out of your hand. Rub me the right way and watch me respond. I'll be at the front door when you get home from work, wearing only what nature gave me. Kiss me and I'm yours. Call (404) 875-6420 and ask for Daisy. Over 15,000 men found themselves talking to the Atlanta Humane Society about an 8-week old black Labrador retriever.
Today I have decided to make a few changes in my life. The first is this: I will get to work on time everyday. Not 1 hr late, not 30 min late, not 2 min late. ON TIME. If anyone wants to laugh, please do so now. I just want you all to know that is true stuff. It's going to happen!
I will announce the next goals once I acheive this first one.
Funny Ad
The following ad in The Atlanta Journal is reported to have received numerous calls: SINGLE BLACK FEMALE seeks male companionship, ethnicity unimportant. I'm a very good looking girl who LOVES to play. I love long walks in the woods, riding in your pickup truck, hunting, camping and fishing trips, cozy winter nights lying by the fire. Candlelight dinners will have me eating out of your hand. Rub me the right way and watch me respond. I'll be at the front door when you get home from work, wearing only what nature gave me. Kiss me and I'm yours. Call (404) 875-6420 and ask for Daisy. Over 15,000 men found themselves talking to the Atlanta Humane Society about an 8-week old black Labrador retriever.
Living Your Dreams
Living Your Dreams
For years I've been wanting a Vespa. The selections available in the USA consist of the ET2 & ET4. I've been told by a dealer that I can import a different model, but it would cost loads of $$$. Since I'm rather poor, I'll just have to stick with the currently available models. One thing for sure, I'm going to get mine in platinum, light blue or light green.
If I'm a good girl and save one dollar a week, I'll be able to buy one in 15 years.
For years I've been wanting a Vespa. The selections available in the USA consist of the ET2 & ET4. I've been told by a dealer that I can import a different model, but it would cost loads of $$$. Since I'm rather poor, I'll just have to stick with the currently available models. One thing for sure, I'm going to get mine in platinum, light blue or light green.
If I'm a good girl and save one dollar a week, I'll be able to buy one in 15 years.
Tuesday, June 17, 2003
Cook Wise
I'm so happy I could fly. This last weekend I found a book that is more precious than Atticus. It's sometimes refered to as the bible of cooking. Even the pro chefs call Shirly Corriher to answer their cooking questions and problems. In case you haven't guessed, the book is called CookWise, The Hows & Whys of Successful Cooking.
Today I learned about the changes natural proteins go through when cooked, and how to cook the perfect eggs, chicken and fish.
For the last 8 months I've been trying to steal my fathers copy of the book. He keeps it under his shirt when I visit. This last weekend we found a copy that I could finally afford. Heaven must be smiling upon me.
Today I learned about the changes natural proteins go through when cooked, and how to cook the perfect eggs, chicken and fish.
For the last 8 months I've been trying to steal my fathers copy of the book. He keeps it under his shirt when I visit. This last weekend we found a copy that I could finally afford. Heaven must be smiling upon me.
Masculine
Manly Things- A Straw?
Do you believe that a straw could be considered a manly object?
Picture this:
A guy with a bad temper is walking down the street holding his can of pop, sticking out of the top of the can is a straw. As he is walking, a person bumps into him causing him to spill some of his drink on his yellow stained muscle shirt. Immediately he stops and grabs the offender by the arm. Obviously the offender squirms and gets away. The bad tempered guy starts yelling in his deep voice, "Get back here". He then puts his lips on the straw and starts to drink.
I don't know about you, but straws in cans of pop just don't seem very manly.
Do you believe that a straw could be considered a manly object?
Picture this:
A guy with a bad temper is walking down the street holding his can of pop, sticking out of the top of the can is a straw. As he is walking, a person bumps into him causing him to spill some of his drink on his yellow stained muscle shirt. Immediately he stops and grabs the offender by the arm. Obviously the offender squirms and gets away. The bad tempered guy starts yelling in his deep voice, "Get back here". He then puts his lips on the straw and starts to drink.
I don't know about you, but straws in cans of pop just don't seem very manly.
Saturday, June 14, 2003
Movie Quotes To Live By:
Come September with Rock Hudson.
"No love affair can survive if either party starts to think"
"Why be miserable with someone you don't love. Better be miserable with someone you do love".
So I Married An Axe Murderer with Mike Myers
This one has special meaning, as my mother is an avid reader of the Weekly World News.
"Mom, I find it interesting that you call The Weekly World News 'the paper.' A paper contains facts".
"Give your mother a kiss before I kick your teeth in."
"Dad, how can you hate 'The Colonel'? Because he puts a secret ingredient in his chicken that makes ya crave it fortnightly, smartass!"
"Would ya look at the size of that kid's head! It's the size of a planetoid and it has it's own weather system! Looks like an orange on a toothpick! I'm not kidding, that boy's head is like Sputnik; spherical but quite pointy at parts! Aye, now that was offsides, now wasn't it? He'll be crying himself to sleep tonight, on his huge pillow."
Come September with Rock Hudson.
"No love affair can survive if either party starts to think"
"Why be miserable with someone you don't love. Better be miserable with someone you do love".
So I Married An Axe Murderer with Mike Myers
This one has special meaning, as my mother is an avid reader of the Weekly World News.
"Mom, I find it interesting that you call The Weekly World News 'the paper.' A paper contains facts".
"Give your mother a kiss before I kick your teeth in."
"Dad, how can you hate 'The Colonel'? Because he puts a secret ingredient in his chicken that makes ya crave it fortnightly, smartass!"
"Would ya look at the size of that kid's head! It's the size of a planetoid and it has it's own weather system! Looks like an orange on a toothpick! I'm not kidding, that boy's head is like Sputnik; spherical but quite pointy at parts! Aye, now that was offsides, now wasn't it? He'll be crying himself to sleep tonight, on his huge pillow."
Friday, June 13, 2003
Wilson Brothers
Thursday, June 12, 2003
Correction. Originally I thought my friend Tyler wrote this, but it appears that it was written by this guy. I hope you enjoy this bit of humor.
When I was a kid, adults used go on forever with their tedious diatribes
about how hard things were when they were growing up- what with walking
twenty five miles to school every morning, uphill both ways through year
'round blizzards carrying their younger siblings on their backs to their
one-room schoolhouse where they maintained a straight-A average, despite
their full-time after-school job at the local textile mill where they
worked for 35 cents an hour just to help keep their family from starving to
death!
And I remember promising myself that when I grew up, there was no way I was
going to lay a bunch of crap like that on kids about how hard I had it, and
how easy they've got it! But... now that I've reached my thirties, I can't
help but look around and notice the youth of today. They've got it so damn
easy! I mean, compared to my childhood, they live in Utopia! The kids today
don't even know how good they've got it!
I mean, when I was a kid we didn't have the Internet- we wanted to know
something, we had to go to the library and look it up ourselves! And there
was no email! We had to actually write somebody a letter with a pen! And
then we had to walk all the way down the block and put it in the mailbox,
and it would take like a week to get there!
And there were no MP3s or Napsters! You wanted to steal music- you had to
go to the record store and shoplift it yourself! Yup, just like Winona
Ryder. Try sticking an LP album under your jacket! Or, we had to wait
around all day to tape it off the radio. And the DJ'd usually talk over the
beginning and screw it all up!
And if you think that sounds like hardship?
We didn't have fancy stuff like call waiting! If we were on the phone and
somebody else called, they got a busy signal! And we didn't have fancy
caller ID boxes either! When the phone rang, you had no idea who it was. It
could be your boss, your mom, a collections agent, or your drug dealer. You
just didn't know!!! We just had to pick it up and take our chances!
And we didn't have any fancy Sony Playstation video games with
high-resolution 3-D graphics! We had the Atari 2600 with games like "Space
Invaders" and "Asteroids," and the graphics sucked! Your guy was a little
square or a line! You had to use your imagination! And there were no
multiple levels or screens, it was just one screen forever, and you could
never win! The game just kept getting harder and faster until you died.
When we went to the movie theater, there was no such thing as stadium
seating! All the seats were the same height. A tall guy sat in front of
you, or a woman with a big hat, or someone with an afro, you were screwed!
And sure, we had cable television, but back then that meant like 20
channels, and there was no onscreen menu! We had to use a little book
called the TV Guide to find out what was on! And there was no Cartoon
Network! We could only get cartoons on Saturday morning......D'ya hear what
the hell I'm saying!?! We had to wait ALL WEEK, you spoiled little
bastards!
That's exactly what I'm talking about! You kids today have got it too easy!
You're spoiled, and I swear to God that you wouldn't last five minutes back
in 1980!
When I was a kid, adults used go on forever with their tedious diatribes
about how hard things were when they were growing up- what with walking
twenty five miles to school every morning, uphill both ways through year
'round blizzards carrying their younger siblings on their backs to their
one-room schoolhouse where they maintained a straight-A average, despite
their full-time after-school job at the local textile mill where they
worked for 35 cents an hour just to help keep their family from starving to
death!
And I remember promising myself that when I grew up, there was no way I was
going to lay a bunch of crap like that on kids about how hard I had it, and
how easy they've got it! But... now that I've reached my thirties, I can't
help but look around and notice the youth of today. They've got it so damn
easy! I mean, compared to my childhood, they live in Utopia! The kids today
don't even know how good they've got it!
I mean, when I was a kid we didn't have the Internet- we wanted to know
something, we had to go to the library and look it up ourselves! And there
was no email! We had to actually write somebody a letter with a pen! And
then we had to walk all the way down the block and put it in the mailbox,
and it would take like a week to get there!
And there were no MP3s or Napsters! You wanted to steal music- you had to
go to the record store and shoplift it yourself! Yup, just like Winona
Ryder. Try sticking an LP album under your jacket! Or, we had to wait
around all day to tape it off the radio. And the DJ'd usually talk over the
beginning and screw it all up!
And if you think that sounds like hardship?
We didn't have fancy stuff like call waiting! If we were on the phone and
somebody else called, they got a busy signal! And we didn't have fancy
caller ID boxes either! When the phone rang, you had no idea who it was. It
could be your boss, your mom, a collections agent, or your drug dealer. You
just didn't know!!! We just had to pick it up and take our chances!
And we didn't have any fancy Sony Playstation video games with
high-resolution 3-D graphics! We had the Atari 2600 with games like "Space
Invaders" and "Asteroids," and the graphics sucked! Your guy was a little
square or a line! You had to use your imagination! And there were no
multiple levels or screens, it was just one screen forever, and you could
never win! The game just kept getting harder and faster until you died.
When we went to the movie theater, there was no such thing as stadium
seating! All the seats were the same height. A tall guy sat in front of
you, or a woman with a big hat, or someone with an afro, you were screwed!
And sure, we had cable television, but back then that meant like 20
channels, and there was no onscreen menu! We had to use a little book
called the TV Guide to find out what was on! And there was no Cartoon
Network! We could only get cartoons on Saturday morning......D'ya hear what
the hell I'm saying!?! We had to wait ALL WEEK, you spoiled little
bastards!
That's exactly what I'm talking about! You kids today have got it too easy!
You're spoiled, and I swear to God that you wouldn't last five minutes back
in 1980!
Wednesday, June 11, 2003
Robots
On June 10, 2003 at 1:58:47pm EDT NASA launched a robot named Spirit to the planet Mars. The trip to Mars is about 7 months, which will give Spirit plenty of time to learn all he can about the place. The space program can only take advantage of launching to Mars every 26 months. due to planet position. So hopefully all will go well with this mission. They believe Spirit will be able to run a series of test to look at rocks and see if it's a good place to live. While Spirit is there, he will also examine clues to any water activity.
This is so cool.
This is so cool.
Tuesday, June 10, 2003
Here is a quote I found on Inner Peace
I recently read an article that said the best way to achieve inner peace is to FINISH things I had started. So, today I finished two large bags of potato chips, a chocolate pie, a small box of chocolate candy, and I slapped the living */@*! out of someone I have never liked. I feel better already.
-author unknown
I recently read an article that said the best way to achieve inner peace is to FINISH things I had started. So, today I finished two large bags of potato chips, a chocolate pie, a small box of chocolate candy, and I slapped the living */@*! out of someone I have never liked. I feel better already.
-author unknown
Flax Seed
Every morning for a week I've been taking broken flax seed in juice (icky fruit punch). This was per the suggestion of my father, who is rather knowledgeable on the needs of Mel. The only things I knew about this stuff is:
1- high in fiber
2- high in Omega-3 (I didn't know much about this stuff except that it's an EFA- essential fatty acid, a plyunsaturated fat and contains abundant amounts of alpha linolenic acid (ALA).
Knowing very little on what this stuff could do for me, here are the results I found so far.
Decreased appetite
Water loss
Sense of well being
So could these results be due to the flax seed? I found some interesting stuff on flax seed and on Omega-3 that might explain my improved health.
At goldenflax, it explains that Omega-3 is good at treating depression. For those who know me, I'm not prone to depression. We all have our ups and downs, but that's different. But this might explain my "sense of well being".
According to Immunesupport, EFA's help support the immune system and will help fight agains viruses, bacteria and allergies. It's also beneficial for helping to fight cancer. It also explains that flax seed and Omega-3 help promote weight loss and aids in digestion and promotes healthy glowing skin? Ooo, glowing skin. For those that know me, is it working?
So there you have it. I will not only loose weight, I'll be extra happy, fight cancer, and have glowing skin.
I'll keep you posted on how good I feel next week.
1- high in fiber
2- high in Omega-3 (I didn't know much about this stuff except that it's an EFA- essential fatty acid, a plyunsaturated fat and contains abundant amounts of alpha linolenic acid (ALA).
Knowing very little on what this stuff could do for me, here are the results I found so far.
Decreased appetite
Water loss
Sense of well being
So could these results be due to the flax seed? I found some interesting stuff on flax seed and on Omega-3 that might explain my improved health.
At goldenflax, it explains that Omega-3 is good at treating depression. For those who know me, I'm not prone to depression. We all have our ups and downs, but that's different. But this might explain my "sense of well being".
According to Immunesupport, EFA's help support the immune system and will help fight agains viruses, bacteria and allergies. It's also beneficial for helping to fight cancer. It also explains that flax seed and Omega-3 help promote weight loss and aids in digestion and promotes healthy glowing skin? Ooo, glowing skin. For those that know me, is it working?
So there you have it. I will not only loose weight, I'll be extra happy, fight cancer, and have glowing skin.
I'll keep you posted on how good I feel next week.
Monday, June 09, 2003
Answers to Herb & Spice Quiz
Correct answers to the herb & spice quiz
Ginger-
A- Will cause you to sweat. Be sure to wear your deodorant. Why would you want to sweat?
B- Will help you with gas and congestion. So it's a good idea to keep some ginger in your back pocket.
C- Is thought to be an aphrodisiac Ohh.. don't forget this one
My father candies ginger, orange peel & garlic. Icky.
Nutmeg-
A- Will reduce flatulence Dan will be happy
B- Improves appetite Not good if you can't stop eating
D- Does contain Myristicin. You can hallucinate on larger doses. However, it can also be fatal if you take too much.
Cumin-
A- Does reduce colic
B- Is an aphrodisiac. In the middle ages, it's thought to help make lovers less fickle. Good date item
C- Dan, you can cheer. It does reduce flatulence.
Bay Leaf-
A- Does contain an insectide. As my daddy tells me, "it helps keep the critters away". If you want to keep bugs out of your flour, stick a bay leaf in the bag.
B- In the middle ages, it was thought to induce abortions. That's really sick!
C- Was thought to have magical qualities. Perhaps because it kept bugs away.
Mustard-
A- Does bring blood to the serface. It's really good for sore/tight muscles in the neck. Use it as a massage oil or lotion.
B- It does relieve toothaches. Ouch my tooth, please pass the mustard. Mmmmmm, mustard
C- Does help cure scorpion stings and snake bites. It takes away the biting pain, similiar to the way peanut butter takes away the sting from a bee. I don't think it can save your life though.
Congratulations to you all for your astounding ability to get 100% on the quiz. Ask the person next to you to give you a pat on the butt.
Ginger-
A- Will cause you to sweat. Be sure to wear your deodorant. Why would you want to sweat?
B- Will help you with gas and congestion. So it's a good idea to keep some ginger in your back pocket.
C- Is thought to be an aphrodisiac Ohh.. don't forget this one
My father candies ginger, orange peel & garlic. Icky.
Nutmeg-
A- Will reduce flatulence Dan will be happy
B- Improves appetite Not good if you can't stop eating
D- Does contain Myristicin. You can hallucinate on larger doses. However, it can also be fatal if you take too much.
Cumin-
A- Does reduce colic
B- Is an aphrodisiac. In the middle ages, it's thought to help make lovers less fickle. Good date item
C- Dan, you can cheer. It does reduce flatulence.
Bay Leaf-
A- Does contain an insectide. As my daddy tells me, "it helps keep the critters away". If you want to keep bugs out of your flour, stick a bay leaf in the bag.
B- In the middle ages, it was thought to induce abortions. That's really sick!
C- Was thought to have magical qualities. Perhaps because it kept bugs away.
Mustard-
A- Does bring blood to the serface. It's really good for sore/tight muscles in the neck. Use it as a massage oil or lotion.
B- It does relieve toothaches. Ouch my tooth, please pass the mustard. Mmmmmm, mustard
C- Does help cure scorpion stings and snake bites. It takes away the biting pain, similiar to the way peanut butter takes away the sting from a bee. I don't think it can save your life though.
Congratulations to you all for your astounding ability to get 100% on the quiz. Ask the person next to you to give you a pat on the butt.
Friday the 13th
Tradition has it that Friday the 13th will be a very unlucky day for everyone in the world. I can honestly say that I have had unlucky days at random, and the bad luck guy who passes his fortune around doesn't necessarly wait to show his face for Friday the 13th. So what makes this day so scary? I personally believe that that it's all a bunch of mumbo jumbo that was put together to cause fear in people. For as we all know, it's quite fun to get people to believe things that we fabricate.
In my quest to find the source of the unlucky Friday. I came across this site. As I suspected, there are numberous reasons this day could be bad. My favorite is from the Norse culture where the god Loki crashes a party of 12. I'm guessing he was intentionally not invited, being the party animal. Another favorite is from a British tradition of hanging people on Friday. Before they were hung, they would walk up 13 stairs to get to the noose. Ohh.. creepy.
In 4 days we get to enjoy this unlucky day. Knowing what all the fuss is about, I hope you will enjoy taunting all the superstitious people around you. Perhaps we should make this Friday, "Bring your black cat to work day".
Tradition has it that Friday the 13th will be a very unlucky day for everyone in the world. I can honestly say that I have had unlucky days at random, and the bad luck guy who passes his fortune around doesn't necessarly wait to show his face for Friday the 13th. So what makes this day so scary? I personally believe that that it's all a bunch of mumbo jumbo that was put together to cause fear in people. For as we all know, it's quite fun to get people to believe things that we fabricate.
In my quest to find the source of the unlucky Friday. I came across this site. As I suspected, there are numberous reasons this day could be bad. My favorite is from the Norse culture where the god Loki crashes a party of 12. I'm guessing he was intentionally not invited, being the party animal. Another favorite is from a British tradition of hanging people on Friday. Before they were hung, they would walk up 13 stairs to get to the noose. Ohh.. creepy.
In 4 days we get to enjoy this unlucky day. Knowing what all the fuss is about, I hope you will enjoy taunting all the superstitious people around you. Perhaps we should make this Friday, "Bring your black cat to work day".
Friday, June 06, 2003
Things You Should Know By Now
I received this list from my mother. It's not only informative, but very funny. I have added my thoughts in italics.
1. If you're too open-minded, your brains will fall out.
2. Don't worry about what people think; they don't do it very often.
3. Going to church doesn't make you a Christian any more than standing in a garage makes you a car. (Or singing in the street makes you Sinatra)
4. It ain't the jeans that make your butt look fat. (~raspberry~ Are you calling me fat? Stupid head)
5. Artificial intelligence is no match for natural stupidity.
6. Not one shred of evidence supports the notion that life is serious.
7. It is easier to get forgiveness than permission. (This is something we practice at work)
8. For every action, there is an equal and opposite government program.
9. If you look like your passport picture, you probably need the trip.
10. Bills travel through the mail at twice the speed of checks.
11. A conscience is what hurts when all of your other parts feel so good. (Amen)
12. Middle age is when broadness of the mind and narrowness of the waist change places.
13. Junk is something you've kept for years and throw away three weeks before you need it. (Something my father knows well)
14. Experience is a wonderful thing. It enables you to recognize a mistake when you make it again.
15. By the time you can make ends meet, they move the ends. (A single loaf of bread $3.50. That's just wrong)
16. Someone who thinks logically provides a nice contrast to the real world.
I would just like to add one of my own to this collection.
17. The sweetest things in life aren't always the easiest to get. If you don't believe this, try stealing honey from a swarm of bees.
I received this list from my mother. It's not only informative, but very funny. I have added my thoughts in italics.
1. If you're too open-minded, your brains will fall out.
2. Don't worry about what people think; they don't do it very often.
3. Going to church doesn't make you a Christian any more than standing in a garage makes you a car. (Or singing in the street makes you Sinatra)
4. It ain't the jeans that make your butt look fat. (~raspberry~ Are you calling me fat? Stupid head)
5. Artificial intelligence is no match for natural stupidity.
6. Not one shred of evidence supports the notion that life is serious.
7. It is easier to get forgiveness than permission. (This is something we practice at work)
8. For every action, there is an equal and opposite government program.
9. If you look like your passport picture, you probably need the trip.
10. Bills travel through the mail at twice the speed of checks.
11. A conscience is what hurts when all of your other parts feel so good. (Amen)
12. Middle age is when broadness of the mind and narrowness of the waist change places.
13. Junk is something you've kept for years and throw away three weeks before you need it. (Something my father knows well)
14. Experience is a wonderful thing. It enables you to recognize a mistake when you make it again.
15. By the time you can make ends meet, they move the ends. (A single loaf of bread $3.50. That's just wrong)
16. Someone who thinks logically provides a nice contrast to the real world.
I would just like to add one of my own to this collection.
17. The sweetest things in life aren't always the easiest to get. If you don't believe this, try stealing honey from a swarm of bees.
Test your Herb and Spice knowledge.
Ginger-
A- Can cause you to sweat
B- Helps with gas and congestion
C- Thought to be an aphrodisiac
Nutmeg-
A- Reduces flatulence
C- Improves appetite
D- Contains Myristicin (hallucinogen)
Cumin-
A- Reduces Colic
B- Thought to be an aphrodisiac
C- Reduces flatulence
Bay Leaf-
A- Contains an insectide
B- In middle ages it's thought to induce abortions
C- Thought to have magical qualities
Mustard-
A- When used topically, helps to bring blood to the surface
B- Helps relieve toothaches
C- Helps to cure scorpion stings and snake bites
Answer key will be posted on 6/7/03.
Ginger-
A- Can cause you to sweat
B- Helps with gas and congestion
C- Thought to be an aphrodisiac
Nutmeg-
A- Reduces flatulence
C- Improves appetite
D- Contains Myristicin (hallucinogen)
Cumin-
A- Reduces Colic
B- Thought to be an aphrodisiac
C- Reduces flatulence
Bay Leaf-
A- Contains an insectide
B- In middle ages it's thought to induce abortions
C- Thought to have magical qualities
Mustard-
A- When used topically, helps to bring blood to the surface
B- Helps relieve toothaches
C- Helps to cure scorpion stings and snake bites
Answer key will be posted on 6/7/03.
Thursday, June 05, 2003
Thanks!
Have you noticed that there is a major under-use of gratitude in the world today? Recently I've become aware of several times where gratitude was not only mistakenly left out, it was occasionally deliberate.
While visiting the bank earlier this week, the teller went above and beyond her duity to serve me, the customer. At the end of the transaction, I mumbled a quick "thanks" and ran out the building. As I was driving away, I realized how exceptional the teller was at providing service. All she got in return was a mumbled "thanks", as I was preoccupied in selfish matters. If I could go back in time, I think I would have made it a point to verbally show my appriciation. Although I now plan to write a letter to her manager, the fact is that the best moment for gratitude was missed.
Last night a friend, we'll call him Ronny Meepleton, told me about a time he neglected a proper use of the word thank you (which is surprising as Ronny is a very considerate person). Apparently, not terribly long ago, a cute girl called him up and asked him out on a date. Quite surprised at the invitation, and rather disappointed at not liking the girl, he replied with one word, "no". That was it, no explination, no "thanks, but no", nothing. I imagine the girl was quite distraught. I wouldn't be surprised if she worked out a way to get revenge. Watch yourself Ronny.
A co-worker, we'll call him Joe Fusco, told me about some ongoing acts of kindness that he ignores even to this day. Apparently his mother-in-law will go above and beyond her call of duty and clean his house, iron his clothes, babysit his kids, cook his meals, and I'm guessing she also holds up tissues for him to blow his nose. All he has to do is remove the silver spoon in his mouth and produce the slightest effort to blow. With all this, Joe refuses to show any gratitude to his mother-in-law. He claims he doesn't like her, so she doesn't deserve thanks. I imagine the mother-in-law might work out revenge.
BOLOGNA!
Joe- Before you eat your food, be sure it doesn't have any surprises.
Shame on me, Ronny, Joe and anyone else who is guility. We all deserve slapped hands. We can all do better. Lets make people feel good about themselves. Show some gratitude.
Have you noticed that there is a major under-use of gratitude in the world today? Recently I've become aware of several times where gratitude was not only mistakenly left out, it was occasionally deliberate.
While visiting the bank earlier this week, the teller went above and beyond her duity to serve me, the customer. At the end of the transaction, I mumbled a quick "thanks" and ran out the building. As I was driving away, I realized how exceptional the teller was at providing service. All she got in return was a mumbled "thanks", as I was preoccupied in selfish matters. If I could go back in time, I think I would have made it a point to verbally show my appriciation. Although I now plan to write a letter to her manager, the fact is that the best moment for gratitude was missed.
Last night a friend, we'll call him Ronny Meepleton, told me about a time he neglected a proper use of the word thank you (which is surprising as Ronny is a very considerate person). Apparently, not terribly long ago, a cute girl called him up and asked him out on a date. Quite surprised at the invitation, and rather disappointed at not liking the girl, he replied with one word, "no". That was it, no explination, no "thanks, but no", nothing. I imagine the girl was quite distraught. I wouldn't be surprised if she worked out a way to get revenge. Watch yourself Ronny.
A co-worker, we'll call him Joe Fusco, told me about some ongoing acts of kindness that he ignores even to this day. Apparently his mother-in-law will go above and beyond her call of duty and clean his house, iron his clothes, babysit his kids, cook his meals, and I'm guessing she also holds up tissues for him to blow his nose. All he has to do is remove the silver spoon in his mouth and produce the slightest effort to blow. With all this, Joe refuses to show any gratitude to his mother-in-law. He claims he doesn't like her, so she doesn't deserve thanks. I imagine the mother-in-law might work out revenge.
BOLOGNA!
Joe- Before you eat your food, be sure it doesn't have any surprises.
Shame on me, Ronny, Joe and anyone else who is guility. We all deserve slapped hands. We can all do better. Lets make people feel good about themselves. Show some gratitude.
Wednesday, June 04, 2003
Everyday at 3:30pm I punch the time card and run out of the building. While exiting the building I bounce down an executive stairway, allowing my keys to clank against the metal railing. This is something I have been doing for years, although I never realized that I did it until today. As I came to the bottom of the stairwell, I received a dirty look that spoke 1000 words. Apparently the executives don't appreciate my way of announcing myself at quitting time.
Oh my goodness, like I'm the only one who has an annoying habit.
To make myself feel better, I thought about other rather annoying habits I've observed others doing in the building:
-Spit flem balls into the drinking fountains (Icky)
-Not flush (Double Icky)
-Cut in the food service line (Just darn rude)
-Stand outside my cubicle and talk loud (Hello, I can hear you)
Needless to say, I am greatful to be free from the obliviousness of another bad habit. Moving forward, I will create my farwell musical melody in full force, and enjoy the fact that I am aware that it's happening.
Oh my goodness, like I'm the only one who has an annoying habit.
To make myself feel better, I thought about other rather annoying habits I've observed others doing in the building:
-Spit flem balls into the drinking fountains (Icky)
-Not flush (Double Icky)
-Cut in the food service line (Just darn rude)
-Stand outside my cubicle and talk loud (Hello, I can hear you)
Needless to say, I am greatful to be free from the obliviousness of another bad habit. Moving forward, I will create my farwell musical melody in full force, and enjoy the fact that I am aware that it's happening.
Tuesday, June 03, 2003
Monday, June 02, 2003
Jokes from Larry.
Larry is one of the bosses here and every morning he treats us to a few precious jokes. I hope you enjoy them.
"I thought I was coming down with a cold and the thought hit me, maybe I'm just allergic to klenex tissues."
"A farmer notices his horse is depressed. He goes out to the barn and asks, 'why the long face?"
Larry is one of the bosses here and every morning he treats us to a few precious jokes. I hope you enjoy them.
"I thought I was coming down with a cold and the thought hit me, maybe I'm just allergic to klenex tissues."
"A farmer notices his horse is depressed. He goes out to the barn and asks, 'why the long face?"
Last week I was trying to create a strawberry desert dish that called for Arrowroot powder (a thickner). Being rather poor and not wanting to spend $$ on this rather expensive thickner, I turned to one of the best food websites around food subs.
This site gives detailed information on foods and what can be the best substitutes. If you are a poor cook I highly recomend checking out this site.
This site gives detailed information on foods and what can be the best substitutes. If you are a poor cook I highly recomend checking out this site.
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