Break Free!

Okay people, the weekend is almost here and it is my sincerest hope that you have a good book by your bed and a fun song on your ipod, stereo, or radio thingy. Then, I want you to remember that no matter how old and sold out to the man you get, don't ever forget to break loose and have some fun once in awhile. To prove my point, just watch the lady who decides not to participate. It's your choice; joy and happiness or boredom and annoyance.

How Do You Spell Dumb Ass?

Here's how I spell dumb ass; parents who take their sick, infected children to every public spot they possibly can before they lose their effectiveness as an infective agent of swine flu or the more politically correct, H1N1.

Today in the news there have been stories everywhere about parents actually hosting "pox parties" for the swine flu. Now, if you're not familiar with what pox parties are, they're actually an interesting bit of history.

Of course, experts are discouraging parents from participating in such "foolishness". I must concur, you really don't need to organize a party to accomplish infection. Just go to your local Safeway, don't wipe down the cart, and encourage your children to lick their hands. Very simple really.

My recommendation during this time of madness is to curl up with a good book or two. Here are some that won't really help take your mind off this "pandemic" but they are interesting nonetheless.

Going Tribal

This morning we took a "field trip" to go see a matinee of Where the Wild Things Are. We all enjoyed it and towards the end as I was double pumping my fists because I had made it through without shedding any tears, they slammed me with a one-two punch. Ouch! But so touching...mom's are a sucker for this kind of thing. So, as I thought about how I would share this movie I thought it would be fun to play word association (I do take the liberty of using two words occasionally). Here we go!

Intro = Little Turd!
Max = Adorable
Behavior = Therapy
Cracks = Double Recracker
Chicken = Prothsesis
Bob = Terry
Billy Goat = Hilarious/Gay?
Location = Gorgeous
Carol = What?
Music = Fun

So there you have it. I hope it stirs your interest and you consider checking it out. I will mention that the movie moves along smoothly on a superficial level but also supports a 'heavier' underlying storyline that the parents will pick up on. There are definitely intense scenes of potential peril for our little actor, a dog, and the monsters but I will assume that they had green screens and stunt men. I just had to take lots of deep breaths with wide eyes and enjoyed the movie on both levels.

What Is Happening to Our Country?

Stupid Human Trick

It's not really a trick they perform but there are some that claim Americans are getting dumber by the minute and when I drive, I would have to agree. There is one thing that drives me nuts and that is when loving pet owners drive and operate a car with an animal, usually a small dog, on their lap. More specifically, right in their crotch. Come on! There are laws that require adults to not only buckle up but to secure stray children as well. Why would this not apply to animals?

I think if dogs were the ones driving the car they'd secure us. Sometimes animals are smarter and more compassionate than humans. If you don't agree then check out this video and pictures below.

Prophetic Cartoon

Imagine Americans signing away their freedoms...not us, we're too smart for that. Or are we?

Only One Way to Say It!

If I had been there, I would have stood up and cheered for this real American too. Someone who still believes in his or her God given rights to not only stand up and be heard but to stand up for what's right. There are more of us out there than some might think. Basically, there is only one way to say it, this guy kicks ASS!

Tommy Thompson Trail Burns

On the way to work yesterday I saw a huge plume of smoke out past Bayview. Sadly, come to find out it was the Tommy Thompson trestle where my family and I enjoyed a beautiful summer walk/ride this past summer. Hopefully the damage is not too extensive and it can be repaired sooner than later. God only knows how it was started. 
Below is a picture from better days...