Datbury's blog

Coming Back!

2007-10-06T18:33:00.000-07:00

Hey ya'll, I'm back!!!

Sort of good bye?

2007-01-27T15:25:00.000-08:00

Greetings all!

My job has finally blocked blogger, which means that I can only post from home. Since my schedule is pretty tight at home, this will be my last post on this blog. I will post weekly on my Celebrating Fathers blog, and try to get around to others' blogs that I know and love. Thank you for reading and I hope you enjoyed it. Love, peace, and soul.

Complaints about American Idol? Go here.

2007-01-18T07:19:00.000-08:00

I'm not sorry for saying this, but the judges IMO are not too mean to some people. Can you believe the nerve of some to think that they can sing when they don't have an ounce of ability? We are in a generation where being honest is considered to be mean. Everyone has a gift, but each person's gift may be different. Some people can sing, some can be taught to sing, and some people just can not sing. That is just reality. I suck at baseball, but you don't see me pitching a fit about being told that I should leave the game alone. I play to enjoy myself. You will never see me on Baseball Idol. I know my limits.

Its that time again

2007-01-15T06:27:00.000-08:00

In a world of war, discimination, and greed, there lived a man whose legacy would be the antithesis of those traits.

Feel Good story

2007-01-13T09:07:00.000-08:00

I got teary eyed while watching this story on each channel I saw it, and on each website that I read it. I can not imagine having my children taken away from me, and then found to be in good condition. I know more will come out about this story, but in the meantime, it is a better heart warmer than that usual cup of coffee you drink.

In preperation for Black History Month

2007-01-11T18:22:00.000-08:00

An incredibly moving song by one of the most unique voices in music history.

Anti-drug website

2007-01-08T08:10:00.000-08:00

This website has some useful info. Just when you think you know it all, there is a new language being invented by youth. Lets keep up with the times!

Report Card for 2006

2007-01-05T10:27:00.000-08:00

I've seen memes that seem to share this idea, but I wanted to grade myself on how I handled or mishandled things. Its sort of like when that teacher or professor allows you to grade your own work, except that I will try to be as objective as possible about myself. Feel free to borrow this one with a link to my blog.

My grading scale will be the traditional alphabet scale.

1. Relationship with God

Grade - C+

Faith in what God can do has always been my strongsuit, I read biblical stories to my kids, and I pray every night. What is missing is consistency in giving money and time to the church and people. That test alone brought my grade down.

2. Family

Grade - B-

I spent a great amount of time with my kids, and not just fun activities. I waited and pushed heavily for my relationship with my wife to grow in positive direction. Those are the ones I am directly responsible for. What needs work is encouraging my wife more, and spending time with other family members. This dropped severely, and there really is no valid reason for it.

3. Friends

Grade - F

Except for a few forwards, and maybe three phone calls, I really sucked at being a friend in 2006, and since my friends still contact me, I know that they love me because I have been horrible. One of my resolutions is to improve vastly in this area.

4. Job

Grade - B+

The job was tough when I had personal issues going, but once those began to subside, I became a shining star once again.

5. Community

Grade - F

I didn't do a single thing in my community. What else can be said

6. Self

Grade - D

And this low grade explains everything. I ignored myself a lot last year, which turned into misery transferred to others. Other than this blog and the other one, I've done nothing much for myself. This has to change if the others will change.

Predicted grades for 2007

1. A-

There will always be room for improvement, and I have already begun taking steps by joining the choir(be quiet Dawn!) and will be rejoining the Mens' group.

2. A-

I have a lot of family to contact, but I will do it.

3. B

This area needs a lot of work, so I'm trying to be realistic.

4. A+

Don't touch me or you will surely burn. I'm hot!!

5. B

This area also needs lots of work.

6. B+

I am incapable of being selfish, so this may be struggle for me, but I hope to make progress.

Merry Christmas, Happy Kwanzaa, Happy Hanukkah, Happy New Year, Happy Holidays

2007-01-04T13:37:00.000-08:00

Yes, and all of that good stuff.

Can you believe that my internet has been down for so long? Perhaps it was meant to be that way. I spent a lot of time with my wife and kids. We had a wonderful Christmas, especially since my boys had been fighting over the PS2, so with my three year old getting the V-smile, they have two video game systems to share instead of fighting over one.

My daughter is a huge Dora fan, and got loads of Dora stuff including a kitchen, table set, and book with accompanying CD. She loves to dance and plays the music all day!

How have your holidays been?

I'm not dead, will be back soon!

2007-01-03T08:16:00.000-08:00

See title!

Some say cheap, I say smart!

2006-12-15T05:54:00.000-08:00

Somebody recently told me that I'm cheap because I still use my college ID card(graduated in 98) to get a student discount at the movies. So what! Am I the only one?

Most embarrassing junior high school moment

2006-12-13T13:07:00.000-08:00

This was a prompt that I gave to my students . . .

and it made me laugh because I actually have one.

When I was in middle school, my oldest sister bought me a jogging suit that was a little too fitted for me. You could see what I had to eat the previous night! Not literally, but you get the picture.

At any rate, walking around school all day, gasping for air, I was talked about a lot. But what made it worse . . . .

was that I had raging hormones at the time. Anytime I saw a cute girl, I had to hold my binder downstairs to prevent further embarrassment. And it happened a lot!

One of my friends said that I looked like I was wearing huggies. Kids can be so cruel.

What is your most embarrassing junior high school moment? We all had at least one!

Borrowed from Richmond(see Blogroll)

2006-12-13T08:30:00.000-08:00

What Color is Your Brain?

ORANGE:

At work or in school: I need to be "hands on": I like to play games, to compete, and to perform. I enjoy flexibility, changes of pace, and variety. I have difficulty with routine and structure. My favorite subjects are music, art, theatre, and crafts. I often excel in sports. I like solving problems in active ways and negotiating for what I want. I can be direct and like immediate results.
With friends: Planning ahead bores me because I never know what I want to do until the moment arrives. I like to excite my friends with new and different things, places to go, and romantic moments.
With family: I need a lot of space and freedom. I want everyone to have fun. It is hard for me to follow rules, and I feel we should all just enjoy one another.
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Cool Website

2006-12-12T13:41:00.000-08:00

Really cool pics!

21 Things

2006-12-12T13:20:00.000-08:00

ONE. Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully.

TWO. Marry a man/woman you love to talk to. As you get older, their conversational skills will be as important as any other.

THREE. Don't believe all you hear, spend all you have or sleep all you want.

FOUR. When you say, "I love you," mean it.

FIVE. When you say, "I'm sorry," look the person in the eye.

SIX. Be engaged at least six months before you get married.

SEVEN. Believe in love at first sight.

EIGHT. Never laugh at anyone's dream. People who don't have dreams don't have much.

NINE. Love deeply and passionately. You might get hurt but it's the only way to live life completely.

TEN.. In disagreements, fight fairly. No name calling.

ELEVEN Don't judge people by their relatives.

TWELVE. Talk slowly but think quickly.

THIRTEEN. When someone asks you a
question you don't want to answer, smile and ask, "Why do you want to know?"

FOURTEEN. Remember that great love and great achievements involve great risk.

FIFTEEN. Say "bless you" when you hear someone sneeze.

SIXTEEN. When you lose, don't lose the lesson

SEVENTEEN. Remember the three R's: Respect for self; Respect for others; and responsibility for all your actions.

EIGHTEEN. Don't let a little dispute injure a great friendship.

NINETEEN. When you realize you've made a mistake, take immediate steps to correct it.

TWENTY. Smile when picking up the phone. The caller will hear it in your voice.

TWENTY-ONE. Spend some time alone

Superbowl Halftime Show

2006-12-11T08:00:00.000-08:00

I can't wait for the show. Prince rocks!!

Wow, this cut deep!

2006-12-08T10:11:00.000-08:00

You are The Fool

The Fool is the card of infinite possibilities. The bag on the staff indicates that he has all he need to do or be anything he wants, he has only to stop and unpack. He is on his way to a brand new beginning. But the card carries a little bark of warning as well. Stop daydreaming and fantasising and watch your step, lest you fall and end up looking the fool.

What Tarot Card are You?
Take the Test to Find Out.

Maybe because I see it myself.

Holiday Meme

2006-12-08T06:14:00.000-08:00

From Drawcircles

Holiday Meme

NAME: John

1. Egg Nog or Hot Chocolate? Egg Nog without alcohol. I have given it up!

2. Does Santa wrap presents or just sit them under the tree? His elves do all of the hard work. I wonder how their benefit packages look.

3. Colored lights on tree/house colored or white? I like both.

4. Do you hang mistletoe? Nope. Only came . . .er, never mind.

5. When do you put your decorations up? At some point. Whenever it happens.
6. What is your favorite holiday dish? Jambalaya. Its my favorite dish anytime of the year.

7. Favorite Holiday memory as a child? This was a tough one, but I remember getting my first bike with a banana seat and my grandfather taught me how to ride it. Best Christmas ever before my own kids.

8. When and how did you learn the truth about Santa? I stayed up one night and he never showed. I knew it all along. I was the only black Hardy boy.

9. Do you open a gift on Christmas Eve? Never!

10. How do you decorate your Christmas Tree? With whatever decorations we have.

11. Snow! Love it or Dread it? Love it, but I have only seen it once.

12. Can you ice skate? Never tried yet.

13. Do you remember your favorite gift? My bike with the banana seat of course!

14. What's the most important thing about the Holidays for you? Being around family.

15. What is your favorite Holiday Dessert? New York Style Cheesecake.

16. What is your favorite holiday tradition? I don't really have one, but I plan on resurrecting one we did with my grandmother which was to decorate the tree the day following Thanksgiving.

17. What tops your tree? Whatever we have.

18. Which do you prefer, giving or receiving ? Giving for sure. I never even know what I want.

19. What is your favorite Christmas Song? Jackson Five "I saw mommy kissing Santa Claus" and the Temptations "Silent Night".
20. Candy Canes! Yuck or Yum? They are okay. Especially when I have a sore throat.

Beef

2006-12-07T06:03:00.000-08:00

Not the meat, but the slang term for issues although I don't see this as an issue. LL says he is not stupid, but why would Jay-Z not promote his album if its good? I get the feeling that Jay-Z is about money as much as the next businessman and wouldn't jeopardize the profit he would make from LL's album. But hey, that is just me.

Attempt at courtesy causes emergency landing

2006-12-06T08:20:00.000-08:00

This was a funny yet true story.

Remember this?

2006-12-04T11:19:00.000-08:00

Music Video Codes By VideoCode.ORG

Been slow writing

2006-12-04T09:32:00.000-08:00

Sorry about that. I am also the Theatre Arts teacher, and we have been working vigorously on this Christmas play. I'll check in from time to time. Don't spend too much this season!

Women speak, right?

2006-11-28T13:32:00.000-08:00

Words Women Use:

1.) FINE: This is the word women use to end an argument when they are right and you need to shut up.

2.) Five Minutes: If she is getting dressed, this means a half an hour. Five Minutes is only five minutes if you have just been given five more minutes to watch the game before helping around the house.

3.) Nothing: This is the calm before the storm. This means something, and you should be on your toes. Arguments that begin with nothing usually end in fine.

4.) Go Ahead: This is a dare, not permission. Don't Do It!

5) Loud Sigh: This is actually a word, but is a non-verbal statement often misunderstood by men. A loud sigh means she thinks you are an idiot and wonders why she is wasting her time standing here and arguing with you about nothing. (Refer back to #3 for the meaning of nothing.)

6.) That's Okay: This is one of the most dangerous statements a women can make to a man. That's okay means she wants to think long and hard before deciding how and when you will pay for your mistake.

7.) Thanks: A woman is thanking you, do not question, or Faint. Just say you're welcome.

8.) Whatever: Is a women's way of saying F@!K YOU!

9.) Don't worry about it, I got it: Another dangerous statement, meaning this is something that a woman has told a man to do several times, but is now doing it herself. This will later result in a man asking, "what's wrong", for the woman's response refer to # 3.

Death at a boot camp

2006-11-28T08:31:00.000-08:00

I think excessive force was used in this particular case, but I don't believe that boot camps should be shut down. Some kids only respond to order, and what better way to incorporate order than to use military techniques. Usually if a juvenile does not respond to boot camp, he or she is sent back to jail. Although this was an unfortunate incident, if the guards felt that this type of force was necessary, the boy should have been sent back to jail.

Have a blessed turkey day!

2006-11-17T10:49:00.000-08:00

I'm taking some time off, but will be back by the end of the month. Take care!

Game of the year!

2006-11-16T12:05:00.000-08:00

I have to endorse this game. Its been a staple of New Orleans for as long as I can remember. If you've never been, you should check it out. Did you enjoy the movie Drumline? If so, this is what it is all about.

Dead Gentleman (or perhaps only sleeping)

2006-11-15T09:09:00.000-08:00

I don't remember if I talked about this before,

and quite frankly

I don't fell like doing the research to see.

But I've noticed that my old chivalrous ways have pretty much gone out of the window.

I still occasionally open doors for females, and still say "Good Morning", and "God Bless You" when someone sneezes, but apathy is there.

I can sometimes really care less about other people sometimes. That is why I got out of counseling, and now I teach.

The weird part is that I'm not bothered by this shift. I can remember loving my reputation for being a nice guy.

Now I could care less.

Serve it hot: Immigration debate sizzles in Dallas

2006-11-14T08:21:00.000-08:00

What do you think?

This is a sticky subject because illegal immigration has been happening for years. I don't think that criminalizing the illegals will solve anything. We need to help the Mexican economy so that this country won't be so attractive to others. Also, make it cheaper to become a citizen, but make the tests harder and limit their privileges to where they must be earned. That is my spill.

Thanksgiving Fun!

2006-11-13T08:37:00.000-08:00

Why not do something different today than play gamefudge or solitaire today?

Gerald Levert, R&B Legend dead at 40

2006-11-10T13:51:00.000-08:00

Wow. He was only 40! Count your blessings as you never know how or when it will be your time.

Farewell

2006-11-09T11:23:00.000-08:00

Farewell to one of the most influential journalist of our time.

Anniversary of Magic Johnson

2006-11-07T08:22:00.000-08:00

On that day, I remember coming home from school. I had stayed late because we had Glee Club rehearsal(yeah I was in the Glee Club). I walked in and noticed my mother glued to the television in an unusual manner. She told me what he had just said, and I just could not believe it.

Magic Johnson? He was not gay.

I believed, as many others, that HIV was a gay disease. It didn't help at the time that I was very homophobic, so there is no telling what else I said about it.

But you would be hard pressed to find someone who hasn't heard of HIV. Unfortunately, looking at the stats, some people just don't care.

Astonomical marvel

2006-11-06T12:59:00.000-08:00

This Wednesday, watch the planet Mercury trek across the sun!!!

Attraction Type

2006-11-03T09:52:00.000-08:00

What type of person do you attract? Your Result: You attract geeks! Your stunning intellect and love of sci-fi and video games allures the geeks like nothing else. Maybe it is the sparkle in your eye that makes them want to text you, who knows. Geeks make good partners, but tend to be arguementative. If you are a TRUE geek magnet, you will know if that was spelled correctly, and actually care. If it is a bad-boy/bad-girl you are seeking, you are barking up the wrong tree, unless they are just 'bad' behind a PS2 console.
You attract Yuppies!
You attract artsy people!
You attract rednecks!
You attract unstable people!
You attract models!
What type of person do you attract? Quizzes for MySpace

I attract attractive geeks! That part was missing!!! Borrowed from Tragic.

For my daughter

2006-11-03T08:05:00.000-08:00

Music Video Codes By VideoCode.ORG

Although my daughter is only two years old, I think this is one of the best songs I've heard in a long time that has a positive message for young females. Tell me what you think.

His name is Lyfe Jennings.

WTH?

2006-11-02T06:01:00.000-08:00

National make a guy cook dinner day? WTH? I cook most of the time in my house. Does that mean that my wife has to cook today? What if she has been doing most of the cooking lately? Does that we mean we should eat out? What is she's going out of town? Does that mean that we postpone it until tomorrow? WTH?

memememeeeeeeeeeeee!

2006-10-31T10:54:00.000-08:00

Borrowed from drawcircles whom I found while "circling" the blogosphere!

Fill in what you’ve “done”:
( ) Smoked a joint –Never. My students don't believe me.
( ) Done cocaine-Oh Hell No!
(X) Been in love-Yup.
(X) Been dumped – Just once, and that is the one I married.
(X) Shoplifted – Gum, candy, little stuff, etc. Never been caught though.
(X) Had feelings for someone who didn’t have them back – Yep. Played the fool.
(X) Been arrested-Unfortunately so. Oh well.
(X) Made out with a stranger –I believe so, but my memory of it is spotty.
( ) Gone on a blind date-No. Getting a date is easy, just ask.
(X) Had a crush on a teacher –Yep. She was my third grade math teacher.
( ) Been to Europe –Only in my dreams.
(X) Been to Canada-Windsor, but bought no liquor.
(X) Been to Mexico- 3 times.
( ) Seen someone die - Nope
( ) Thrown up in a bar – Never ever!
(X) Met a celebrity – Several, but Cosby and Connick Jr were my fave.
( ) Met someone from the internet in person – Not yet!
( ) Been moshing at a concert – Er, no.
(X) Gone backstage at a concert – I was working at the concert when Morris Day performed. He's a real jerk.
(X) Lain outside in the grass and watched cloud shapes go by-And I was sober too.
(X) Made a snow angel – Once in my life.
(X) Flown a kite – I love it!!!.
( ) Cheated while playing a game - Define cheating.
(X) Been lonely – Who hasn’t?
(X) Fallen asleep at work – Several times, all jobs, even Wal-Mart.
( ) Fallen asleep at school – See above.
(X) Used a fake ID – Only once and I got caught. It was a dumb club anyway!
(X) Been kicked out of a bar – See above.
( ) Felt an earthquake – Nope.
(X) Touched a snake – Only at the zoo.
( ) Been robbed - Nope
(X) Won a contest – Yep. I won tickets to a festival in Houston.
(X) Run a red light – Everyday.
(X) Been suspended from school – 4 times. I once cussed out a teacher!
(X) Had braces – If you can believe it.
(X) Felt like an outcast – Once before.
( ) Eaten a whole pint of ice cream in one night – Gross. Now gummy bears on the other hand . . . .
(X) Had deja vu – I think I am having it right now.
( ) Totaled a car – Nope.
( ) Stolen a car –.
(X) Hated the way you look – When I was younger.
(X) Witnessed a crime – Too many to name.
(X) Been to a strip club – A few. :)
( ) Been to the opposite side of the world. – No.
( ) Swam in the ocean -That sounds cool!
(X) Felt like dying – When I was younger.
(X) Cried yourself to sleep – Yes but not recently.
( ) Sung karaoke – I can’t sing and wouldn’t do that to another person.
(X) Paid for a meal with only coins – Who hasn't?.
(X) Done something you told yourself you wouldn’t – Who hasn’t?
(X) Made prank phone calls – Oh yeah. Too bad we got caller ID now.
(X) Caught a snowflake on your tongue – Once.
(X) Been kissed under the mistletoe – A time or two.
( ) Had a bonfire on the beach – That sounds cool.
(X) Crashed a party – Who hasn't?.
(X) Seen a tornado – And a water spout.
(X) Had a wish come true – A couple.
( ) Gone bungee jumping – I want to though.
(X) Screamed in public – I have done a lot of things embarrassing in public.
( ) Told a complete stranger you loved them – No.
( ) Had a one night stand – Nope. Thought about it though.
( ) Kissed a mirror – Why would I?.
(X) Had a dream that you married someone – Uh, what was the question again?.
(X) Gotten your fingers stuck together with super glue – not anything serious though.
( ) Been a cheerleader – No. I've heard horror stories.
(X) Sat on a roof top – Yep several times.
(X) Talked on the phone for more than 6 hours straight – I don’t know what I was thinking. I hate phones.
(X) Stayed up all night – I have done this too often.
( ) Not taken a shower for three days – Gross?
( ) Made contact with a ghost while playing a Ouija board – Never played
( ) Had more than 30 pairs of shoes at a time – What?
( ) Gone streaking – Outside of a room?.
( ) Been skinny dipping – Wanted to..
( ) Been pushed into a pool/lake with all your clothes on – Nope..
( ) Had sex in a public or semi-public place – Never with anyone brave enough.
(X) Been kissed by a complete stranger – Or was it me that did the kissing?
( ) Broken a bone – I have good strong bones.
(X) Caught a butterfly – One time they were landing on me.
(X) Mooned/flashed someone – Yes. Guilty.
(X) Had someone moon/flash you – uh huh.
(X) Cheated on a test – I am in the cheating hall of fame. Retired of course.
(X) Forgotten someone’s name – All the time.
(X) Slept naked – Yeah.

I tag anyone who reads this, including the lurkers. I have you now!!!

Do any of find this interesting?

2006-10-31T08:49:00.000-08:00

Well do ya?!

The holidays aren't here yet, but . . .

2006-10-30T09:56:00.000-08:00

You Are Comet

A total daredevil, you're the reindeer with an edge!

Why You're Naughty: You almost gave Santa a heart attack when you took him sky diving

Why You're Nice: You always make sure the sleigh is going warp speed

Which of Santa's Reindeer Are You?

Halloween hasn't been born yet and still the stores have Christmas decor all about. Why not me?

World Series Champs and Violence

2006-10-30T07:05:00.000-08:00

What a place to be, champions in baseball and crime. And to think I once considered moving to St. Louis!

Death of a computer.

2006-10-27T11:05:00.000-07:00

I don't think I agree with that company's outlook. I can't see smart phones being utilized at school instead of a PC, or even a laptop. The PC's may be going the way of the dinosaur, but I believe that the laptop and notebook will be here to stay. What do you think?

Bored

2006-10-26T09:04:00.000-07:00

I'm sitting in my classroom and have finished working on my student's papers. I now have nothing to do, and nothing to write about.

Its good to have a day like this because some days can be full of positive and negative excitement. Right now I'm just here.

Sure there are some other, more productive things that I can think of if I put my mind to it, but with the rain, and the quiet, I'm taking a little time to be thankful.

Thankful that I don't hear bullets or mortar flying over the building.

Thankful that my lunch box is in my drawer full of food.

Thankful that my wife and kids are somewhere being okay.

Thankful that I can type and see what I'm typing at the same time.

I'll never get accused of not stopping to smell the roses.

This is sure to cause controversy, but will we see the debates?

2006-10-24T06:15:00.000-07:00

What do you think? Will you see it?

Poll

2006-10-23T11:58:00.000-07:00

Well I didn't have time to find a code to put a poll on this blog, so I will just ask a question to all of you who read here(lurkers are invited to answer).

Should I start a myspace webpage?

I'm thinking about it because there are more people there and it seems to get lots of hits. The downside is that I have two(heh) blogs right now and maintaining them can be fun, but time consuming. What think ye?

New Meme

2006-10-19T09:42:00.000-07:00

1. You can press a button that will make any one person explode. Who would you blow up? I would name a certain president, but I don't want the CIA investigating my blog, so I will blow up Bin Laden for the reward money.

2. You can flip a switch that will wipe any band or musical artist out of existence. Which one will it be?

Whoever wrote that song "Chicken Noodle Soup".

3. Who would you really like to just punch in the face?

Er, some of my students' parents. No wonder they aren't being successful.

4. What is your favorite cheese?

Chuck E.

5. You can only have one kind of sandwich. Every sandwich ingredient known to humankind is at your immediate disposal. What kind will you make?

French Bread, Fried hot sausage, mayo, lettuce, tomatoes.

6. You have the opportunity to sleep with the movie (porn counts) celebrity of your choice. We are talking no-strings-attached sex and it can only happen once. Who is the lucky celebrity of your choice?

Aria Giovanni

7. You have the opportunity to sleep with the music-celebrity of your choice. Who do you pick? Rosalyn Sanchez!

8. Now that you've slept with two different people in a row, you seem to be having an excellent day because you just came across a hundred-dollar bill on the sidewalk. Holy shit, a hundred bucks! How are you gonna spend it?

Towards a bill.

9. You just got a free plane ticket to anywhere. You have to depart right now. Where are you gonna go? Can I give it to someone else? IÂd rather be here without some ppl than go some where else.

10. Upon arrival to the aforementioned location, you get off the plane and discover another hundred-dollar bill. Shit! Now that you are in the new location, what are you gonna do? Well whoever I gave my ticket to now has the money. Pass the blessing!

11. An angel appears out of Heaven and offers you a lifetime supply of the alcoholic beverage of your choice. It is...?

Well I quit, but since God asks to to start again, I'd have to say Guiness.

12. Rufus appears out of nowhere with a time-traveling phone booth. You can go anytime in the PAST. What time are you traveling to and what are you going to do when you get there?

First, I would not take that drug he offered me. Secondly, I'd call the police to have him committed.

13. You discover a beautiful island upon which you may build your own society. You make the rules. What is the first rule you put into place?

No realityTVv shall ever be played on my island.

14. You have been given the opportunity to create the half-hour TV show of your own design. What is it called and what's the premise?

Its an Idiot Intervention show where we ride around in aWinnebagoo picking up idiots and helping them use their brain. We'd start on Pennsylvania Ave.

15. What is your favorite curse word?

Damn.

16. One night you wake up because you heard a noise. You turn on the light to find that you are surrounded by MUMMIES. The mummies aren't really doing anything, they're just standing around your bed. What do you do? Leave

17. Your house is on fire, holy shit! You have just enough time to run in there and grab ONE inanimate object. Don't worry, your loved ones and pets have already made it out safely.So what's the item?

I started to get sappy and say a family photo, but my Stevie Wonder collection would come first.

18. The Angel of Death has descended upon you. Fortunately, the Angel of Death is pretty cool and in a good mood, and it offers you a half-hour to do whatever you want before you bite it. Whatcha gonna do in that half-hour?

I can't say here.

19. You accidentally eat some radioactive vegetables. They were good, and what's even cooler is that they endow you with the super-power of your choice! What's it gonna be?

The ability to stop and start time like in that movie "Click".

Imagine fast forwarding through boring conversations, skipping traffic, being first in line to buy those concert tickets. The possibilities are endless!

20. You can re-live any point of time in your life. The time-span can only be a half-hour, though. What half-hour of your past would you like to experience again?

The one where I chose Social Work instead of music.

21. You can erase any horrible experience from your past. What will it be? (the answer "nothing" doesn't count)
I can't say here.

22. You got kicked out of the country for being a time-traveling heathen who sleeps with celebrities and has super-powers. But check out this cool shit... you can move to anywhere else in the world! Bitchin'! What country are you going to live in now? Canada or Mexico IÂm not going to far from the good ole U. S. of A considering the worlds view on us right now.

23. This question still counts, even for those of you who are under age. Check it out. You have been eternally banned from every single bar in the world except for ONE. Which one is it gonna be? The one that will have me.

24. Hopefully you didn't mention this in the super-powers question.... If you did, then we'll just expand on that. Check it out... Suddenly, you have gained the ability to FLOAT!!! Whose house are you going to float to first, and be like "Dude, check it out... I can FLOAT!"? Mine and scare the crap out of my kids.

25. The constant absorption of magical moonbeams mixed with the radioactive vegetables you consumed earlier has given you the ability to resurrect the dead famous-person of your choice. So which celebrity will you bring back to life?

Black Michael Jackson

26. The Celestial Gates of Beyond have opened, much to your surprise because you didn't think such a thing existed. Death appears. As it turns out, Death is actually a pretty cool entity, and happens to be in a fantastic mood. Death offers to return the friend/family-member/person/etc. of your choice to the living world. Who will you bring back? My great-grandmother

27. What's your theme song? Night Train by Public Enemy

Borrowed from Stephaine!

I tag Paperback Writer and Htowngirl.

Scariest movie ever?

2006-10-17T13:50:00.000-07:00

When is was about seven or eight, my elementary school took us to see this movie. Before this movie, I was not afraid of the dark, or had any childhood fears. I was brave. I was adventurous. After watching this movie, I was scarred for life! I can still see that ladies face and it has been almost 25 years! Can I sue? What were those teachers thinking?

What, in your opinion, is the scariest movie ever and why?

New Joke!

2006-10-17T09:50:00.000-07:00

Little Leroy came into the kitchen where his mother was making dinner.
His birthday was coming up and he thought this was a good time to tell his
Mother what he wanted.

"Mom, I want a bike for my birthday." Little Leroy was a bit of a
troublemaker He had gotten into trouble at school and at home.

Leroy's mother asked him if he thought he deserved to get a bike for
his birthday. "Of course", he said.

Leroy's mother, being a Christian woman, wanted him to reflect on his
behavior over the last year. "Go to your room , Leroy, and think about
how you have behaved this year. Then write a letter to God and tell him
why you deserve a bike for your birthday."

Little Leroy stomped up the steps to his room and sat down to write
God a letter.

Letter 1
Dear God, I have been a very good boy this year and I would like a
bike
for my birthday. I want a red one.
Your friend, Leroy.

Leroy knew that it was not true. He had not been a good boy this year,
so
he tore it up and started over.

Letter 2
Dear God, I have been an OK boy this year. I still would like a bike
for
my birthday. Leroy. Leroy knew he could not send this letter to God
either. So, Leroy wrote a third letter.

Letter 3
Dear God, I know I haven't been a good boy this year. I am very sorry.
I
will be a good boy if you just send me a bike for my birthday. Please!
Thank you, Leroy.

Leroy knew that it was not true. By now he was very upset. He went
downstairs and told his mother that he needed to go to
church.

She thought her plan had worked.

" Just be home for dinner," she told him. Leroy walked down the
street
to
the church on the corner.

He went to the altar. Leroy looked around to see if anyone was looking
as
he bent down and picked up a statue of the Virgin Mary.

He slipped it up under his shirt and ran out the church going back
home. He ran to his room and shut the door. Leroy began to write his
letter to God.

Letter 4
Dear God,

I got your mama.

If you want to see her again, send the bike.

Signed, You know who.

October 14

2006-10-13T06:40:00.000-07:00

is my birthday! I will be 31 years young. Officially in my 30's. I wonder if I will have a middle age crisis.

Looking back over the years, I've friggin' changed a lot. I no longer drink(if you can believe that), I barely play sports(if you can believe that), and I'm more reclusive than I used to(definitely possible).

Also, I cuss more(well, cuss people out more than using it in regular conversation), and I care less about the feelings of others(not sure if a positive or negative).

All I know is that I'm definitely changing.

Looking for a dynamic speaker?

2006-10-11T10:51:00.000-07:00

Click on the link. Tell your family, friends, and co-workers!

Rock of ages

2006-10-10T07:47:00.000-07:00

Wow! How many of you ladies would like to have something like this on your hand?

Hey Daddy

2006-10-10T05:41:00.000-07:00

Check out this new site. It will be updated weekly.

Dismiss this mess!

2006-10-09T11:19:00.000-07:00

This type of activity should be addressed in a non-partisan fashion. This guy is obviously sick, and anyone who condoned his behavior should be removed from immediately.

Life's too short

2006-10-05T06:03:00.000-07:00

I woke up this morning with a burning sensation in my belly. It wasn't the gumbo from the previous night, but something telling me that I had allowed myself to become very negative because there are so many things going on in my life right now.

I am not, and have never been, a negative person.

That burning in my stomach was spiritual hunger for more positivity in my life.

And when positivity isn't around me, then I have to cook it and feed it to myself.

Everyday is a chance to see new mercies, and I receive the fact that I am able to get up out my bed in my own place and go to my job without any sickness, disease, watching my back, wondering if I'm going to be able to eat, etc. I am truly blessed, and the best way to fight negativity is with positivity. So I will be starting another blog that I have been mulling over for a year and trying to get it to look professional. Some of the best eateries in the world are "hole in the wall" type joints. Mechanics drive the ugliest cars, but you never see them broken down. I am not visually gifted, but I will use some of my gifts when I open this blog which will be coming within the next few days. Holla peace.

Better than expected.

2006-10-02T07:13:00.000-07:00

You Are 77% Grown Up, 23% Kid

Congratulations, you are definitely quite emotionally mature.
Although you have your moments of moodiness, you're usually stable and level headed.

How Emotionally Mature Are You?

Out of control!

2006-09-29T09:57:00.000-07:00

Shooting principal's now? Whatever happened to suing?

What is up with Colorado?

2006-09-28T08:01:00.000-07:00

I mean, really! Schools need to do a better job of monitoring its campuses. Perhaps state and local agencies should provide security assessments because many schools are wide open.

Lasting love, er, sex?

2006-09-26T15:00:00.000-07:00

I feel bad for this dude. I'm sure some ladies might enjoy this story, but I feel so bad for him.

Geaux Saints

2006-09-26T06:17:00.001-07:00

Did you see the game last night, huh? Didja, didja, didja? It felt good to watch dem boys beat up dem ol' falcuns. Who dat 4 eva!!!

Geaux Saints

2006-09-26T06:17:00.000-07:00

Did you see the game last night, huh? Didja, didja, didja? It felt good to watch dem boys beat up dem ol' falcuns. Who dat 4 eva!!!

Took some advice

2006-09-25T06:25:00.000-07:00

of a friend of mine, but I won't say what it was. She knows what she posted. Good Monday morning to ya!!

I'll be watching my Saints tonight, and hopefully they will get a win!

Personal rant

2006-09-22T09:56:00.000-07:00

After reading a friends post on another blog(I won't link to it because I don't want everybody reading it who knows me personally)I feel a need to lay out my feelings right here on my blog, but I can't. I don't want to be asked any questions. I don't want to hear what anybody has to say about them because they are just feelings, but I don't trust writing everything here right now because so many people in my life have access to this. I had no idea I would make this blog somewhat personal, but occasionally it is. I'm not about to burst, but I thirst to be the first instead of the worse which is a curse that can lead to the hearse but my verse is like a nurse or tylenol in a purse. I am first.

Mood Indigo

2006-09-21T06:09:00.000-07:00

Your Power Color Is Indigo

At Your Highest:

You are on a fast track to success - and others believe in you.

At Your Lowest:

You require a lot of attention and praise.

In Love:

You see people as how you want them to be, not as how they are.

How You're Attractive:

You're dramatic flair makes others see you as mysterious and romantic.

Your Eternal Question:

"Does This Work Into My Future Plans?"

What's Your Power Color?

As usual, thanks Richmond for the link. If P. Diddy can sample, then gosh darn it, so can I!

Investment partners

2006-09-21T05:35:00.000-07:00

Wouldn't it be cool if every state that pumped oil did this for its citizens? Who couldn't use some extra cash? I bet oil companies would win more support with actions like this.

Pierced nipples

2006-09-20T05:47:00.000-07:00

I don't have any, but thought that would be a cool name for a band, if such a band does not already exist. I'm too lazy this morning to google it so perhaps one of you can check that out for me.

Would I get I pierced nipple you ask? Not I said the fly and not me said the flea. I don't believe in having anything pierced on my body, but I like how it looks on some people(including Janet Jackson who unfortunately showed it to my son at the same time who is only 6!).

Hey, I liked it, but it was shown at the wrong time of the day.

"We're freaks of the industry. And when you see us coming be prepared to G."

Can you name the song and group this line comes from?

Current Meme

2006-09-18T08:27:00.000-07:00

Never again in my life: I never say never, even to the stupid stuff. Life is very funny.

When I was five: I thought that the olden days were really black and white until Ted Turner did something to the atmosphere(true story!)

High School was: Loved it, but I would like to have had higher self esteem.

I will never forget: My great-grandmother always telling me, "You're going to make it". I really miss her.

I once met: Harry Connick Jr. And he was cool to talk to.

There's this girl I know who: Had a birthday party that I was unable to attend. :( I could really use some help with time management.

By noon I'm usually: Warming up my lunch or buying it.

Last night I: surfed the web looking for blogger templates. I need to update this one.

Next time I go to church: give more money than usual.

What worries me most: My kids doing something stupid that I could have taught them batter than(also my declining grammar skills).

When I turn my head right, I see: My students doing classwork quietly.

When I turn my head left, I see: my student picture wall.

You know I'm lying when: The story sounds real. Only weird stuff happens to me.

If I was a character written by Shakespeare, I'd be: Othello. The only brother he has ever written about.

By this time, next year: I will be teaching high school math somewhere

A better name for me would be: Shaka(I guess?)

I have a hard time understanding: Idiots.

If I ever go back to school I'll: Get straight A's instead of fooling around and being arrogant.

You know I like you if: You don't stink, or scare my kids.

Darwin, Mozart, Slim Pickens & Geraldine Ferarro are: a terrible rock band

Take my advice, NEVER: Let them see you sweat.

My ideal breakfast is: Grits, eggs, sausage with chocolate milk.

A song I love, but do not have is: You're Beautiful by James Blunt. I just don't by CD's anymore
If you visit my hometown, I suggest: that you see the devastated areas.

Why won't anyone: Tell the Islam extremists that what the world needs now is love, not war.

If you spend the night at my house, DO: make yourself comfortable.
I'd stop my wedding for: No comment.

The world could do without: idiots.

I'd rather lick the belly of a cockroach than: Lick another dude's belly.

My favorite blonde(s) is/are: The Girls Next Door.

Paperclips are more useful than: Holding papers in your hand.

San Diego means: Mudslides. :(

Thanks Richmond for the meme.

Bobby and Whitney are headed for Splitsville?

2006-09-14T05:24:00.000-07:00

And in other news, I sneezed so hard that mucus flew onto my computer screen. How gross is that?

More doggone funny pics

2006-09-13T11:16:00.000-07:00

Through the fire

2006-09-13T05:42:00.000-07:00

This is the first time that I can recall without researching my own blog that I have posted a link to a music artist, but this guy is here to stay. While his actual music has plenty of room to grow, his messages and soulful sounds immediately reminds you of Marvin Gaye. Now he is not a Marvin Gaye knockoff, but an original artist with his own sound. One of my students "hipped" me to this guy. He's good. Remember the name Lyfe Jennings.

Pet owners gone wild!

2006-09-12T06:05:00.000-07:00

More to be added later. BTW, you dog owners have gone a tad bit too far!!!

Neanderthal a compliment?

2006-09-12T05:40:00.000-07:00

You know, what is the point of going to school when each year a previous theory gets disproved, or a new law in science gets established? So when I told my high school biology teacher that she didn't know what she was talking about, there is a real possibility that I was right. She was such a human!

Anti-9/11

2006-09-11T11:26:00.000-07:00

Since everybody is rehashing 9/11, I thought I'd be different. I don't intend to downplay the significance of the day, but to provide an alternative to information overload.

As an aside, I was a mental health casemanager when the terrorists attacked. Several clients had psychotic episodes that day.

Wrong side of the bed

2006-09-08T06:07:00.000-07:00

Ever wake up there? I've done it plenty of times, but am usually pretty good at keeping my emotions under control, but this morning I am just not able to do it.

Despite having a successful open house last night, I woke up with a chip on my shoulder. I am tired of dealing with the same shyte over and over and over. Stop talking about what you're going to do and just do it. I think that there are more people walking around with undiagnosed depression and do not even realize it.

I think the idea of introspection frightens people so much that they acquire additional realities to avoid looking at the one that is real.

I think, just like in that movie Akeelah and the Bee, some people are afraid to let their light shine.

I think that sometimes I give too much attention to the negative people in my life, and not enough to the positive ones.

I think that if somebody approaches me in a wrong manner on today, they will get cussed out.

I think . . . . . .I need to get back to work.

Saving money on your car

2006-09-07T06:18:00.000-07:00

I'm proud to say that I already knew most of these although I don't agree about the oil changes. Car engines last longer and perform better with frequent oil changes.

Polar Caps and bears

2006-09-06T06:05:00.000-07:00

I have often wondered how can we help in this situation? Can I freeze some cubes, place them in a chest and drop them off in the arctic circle? Sounds elementary, but considering few people are taking this seriously, we may wind up doing just that, but on a much grander scale.

An idle mind is a pervert's workshop, or is it?

2006-09-05T11:21:00.000-07:00

Hmm. I never had an inclination to do this in high school, but college was a different story!

Child Molester killed

2006-09-01T06:18:00.000-07:00

If there has ever been a case where most people would agree that murder is justifiable, I think this is one of those cases. If this man did indeed molest that child, then I think he got what he deserves, just short of living and going to jail to have the same thing happen to him. Hey, in a society where we embrace such sports as boxing, ultimate fighting championships, and other brutal sports, it should come as no surprise that many people think this is a case of justifiable homicide. Cases like this prove to me why I shouldn't be a police officer because I don't know if I could be an objective investigator. If I found evidence that someone molested a child, I'd be more apt to make sure someone like that doesn't get a chance to hurt someone else. That's my two cents.

Jaime Foxx's New Squeeze

2006-08-31T11:04:00.000-07:00

According to an email that I received, this is Jaime's new squeeze. Nice looking pick BTW! But I wonder if anything popped out of that dress?

I'm crying!!!

2006-08-30T07:35:00.000-07:00

I am!!!

One of my students is transferring to another school, and she just told me that when she heard about taking a parenting class, she made fun of it, but after being in here, she said that she learned some things that she never thought about, and she told her boyfriend that they need to rethink their future. She thanked me for teaching the class.

Wow.

My eyes are probably red and the kids will think that I am high.

But wow.

Anniversary of hurricane Katrina

2006-08-29T11:03:00.000-07:00

Listening to and watching the stories has not been on my to-do list. To think of my hometown as a place that will never be the same again is disheartening.

All of the places I used to visit, and the people I was guaranteed to bump in to.

That is gone now. How do I know? Since I've been back, it hasn't been the same.

But despite the failures and the slow moving federal government, the spirit of New Orleans is as alive as ever!

We will continue to party and celebrate because life is too short to be lived in the desolate places. New Orleans may appear physically, but the spirit is definitely willing to go forward.

Happy Birthday Mother Dear!!!

2006-08-28T11:06:00.000-07:00

Greetings all!!

Got back yesterday afternoon after celebrating my grandmother's 80'th birthday. She was as beautiful as ever and so full of life. She is truly one person that I would want to live forever.

She is a retired school teacher, and many of her former students, co-workers, and even college friends came out to celebrate her. It was the coolest thing I have ever seen. I wonder if it is appropriate to want the same thing if I ever get to 80 years old.

To be surrounded by family, friends, and people who's lives you touched, but never quite knew how much.

Happy birthday and may God continue to bless you!

Rebuilding efforts in New Orleans

2006-08-25T05:51:00.000-07:00

Who cares about these comments? Not me! Not anyone who is aware of what is really going on down there, or in New York. Rebuilding is not like fixing your door, or putting in a new engine block. We're talking thousands of houses. I'm not familiar with the NY situation, and hopefully someone who reads this blog can shed some light on it, but in New Orleans, there are still insurance claims that need to be settled. Would you work on a house and you weren't sure if you were getting paid? Oh sure, for humanity's sake let's help the people. Thousands of houses people. THOUSANDS!!! Its easier to make a judgment when you're not there or aren't emotionally connected to the city. If you aren't getting off of your duff to help, then please be quiet and watch Team USA basketball, the View, or whatever it is you o in your spare time.

New Meme(New to me anyway!)

2006-08-24T05:59:00.000-07:00

Big ups to shpprgrl for the meme!

For this meme, you have to select an artist or band, and answer the questions based on the title of a song. And its actually pretty tough. Pick somebody with more than three albums.

1. Name of band/artist:
Stevie Wonder (of course!)

2. Are you male or female?:
Tambourine Man(yes, Stevie did a cover to this song)

3. Describe yourself:
Signed, sealed, and delivered(married)

4. How do you feel about yourself?:
Overjoyed

5. Describe your ex girlfriend/boyfriend: (many years ago, again my memory fails me!)
Sweet Little Girl(she was of age ya'll!!!!)

6. Describe current girlfriend/boyfriend:
Bird of Beauty

7. Describe where you want to be:
Heaven is ten zillion light years away

8. Describe how you live:
Livin’ for the city

9. Describe how you love:
For your love(I would do anything), Kiss lonely goodbye

10. What would you ask for if you had just one wish?:
Love's in need of love today

11. Share a few words of Wisdom:
Stay Gold

12. Now say goodbye:
Don't you worry 'bout a thing

Ticked off cities

2006-08-24T05:49:00.000-07:00

Houston ranks 17th on the list, and you can tell that people here are angry, but I also understand why Orlando is number one. How many times can you listen to "Its a small world after all" before going postal? That's just my guess.

Air conditioning a problem?

2006-08-22T11:02:00.000-07:00

It may be, but it gets very hot in Texas, especially Houston. Perhaps someone needs to fix those kinks.

WOW!

2006-08-22T06:03:00.000-07:00

I couldn't believe how accurate this was. Big ups to Richmond for the link! Here are my results:

There are 13 letters in your name.
Those 13 letters total to 60
There are 5 vowels and 8 consonants in your name.
Your number is: 6
The characteristics of #6 are: Responsibility, protection, nurturing, community, balance, sympathy.
The expression or destiny for #6:
The number 6 Expression provides you a truly outstanding sense of responsibility, love, and balance. The 6 is helpful and ever conscientious, making you quite capable of rectifying and balancing any sort of inharmonious situation. You are a person very much inclined to give help and comfort to those in need. You have a natural penchant for working with the old, the young, the sick, or the underprivileged. Although you may have considerable creative and artistic talents, the chances are that you will devote yourself to an occupation that shows concern for the betterment of the community.
The positive side of the number 6 suggests that you are very loving, friendly, and appreciative of others. You have a depth of understanding that produces much sympathetic, kindness, and generosity. The qualities of the 6 make the finest and most concerned parent and one often deeply involved in domestic activities. Openness and honesty is apparent in your approach to all relationships.
If there is an excess of the number 6 in your makeup, you may exhibit some of the negative traits associated with this number. There may be a tendency for you to be too exacting and demanding of yourself. In this regard, you may at times sacrifice yourself (or your loved ones) for the welfare of others. In some cases, the over zealous 6 has difficulty distinguishing helping from interfering. You may have difficulty expressing your own individuality, because of involvement with responsibilities and causes. Like all with the Expression of the number 6, it's quite likely that you worry much too much.
Your Soul Urge number is: 2
A Soul Urge number of 2 means:
With the Soul Urge number 2, your motivation is centered on friendships, partnerships, and companionship. You want to work with others as a part of a cooperative team. Leadership is not important to you, but making a contribution to the team effort is. You are willing to work hard to achieve a harmonious environment with sensitive, genial people.
In a positive sense, the 2 Soul Urge is sympathetic, extremely concerned and devoted. The nature tends to be very sensitive to others, always tactful and diplomatic. This element in your nature indicates that you are rather emotional. You are persuasive, but in a very quiet way, never forceful. You are the type that makes really close friendships because you are so affectionate and loving.
If this number is over-emphasized in your makeup, you may be over-sensitive, with a delicate ego that is too easily hurt. You may be timid or fearful, too easygoing for your own good.
Your Inner Dream number is: 4
An Inner Dream number of 4 means:
You dream of being a very solid citizen that people can depend upon. You strive for organization and predictable order. You want to be recognized as a person with a plan and the discipline to make that plan work like clockwork.

Except for the timid part, I'd say that it was on point!

I love Mondays!!

2006-08-21T06:20:00.000-07:00

Not! They're okay. I'm just so excited to be teaching. I already have kids who hate my class and complain that I give too much work! If only they knew that those complaints are music to me ears. Am I wrong not to tell them? It doesn't matter because I won't! They are complaining about doing a 10 page report. WTH! I had ten page reports due all of the time in high school. Nevermind the fact that I went to a college prep. These kids want a one or two page paper. I did ten page papers in college in one day including the research! But despite the project, we have loads of fun. I guess there will always be a party pooper. Friggin' Eors!!!

Got this back in 2003!

2006-08-18T06:54:00.000-07:00

The Two Wolves
A Cherokee Legend

An elder Cherokee Native American was teaching his grandchildren
about
life.
He said to them, "A fight is going on inside me. It is a terrible
fight
and it is between two wolves.

One wolf represents fear, anger, envy, sorrow, regret, greed,
arrogance,
self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride,
superiority
and ego.

The other wolf stands for joy, peace, love, hope, sharing,
serenity,
humility, kindness, benevolence, friendship, empathy, generosity,
truth,
compassion and faith.

This same fight is going on inside you, and inside every other
person,
too."

They thought about it for a minute and then one child asked his
grandfather: "Which wolf will win?"

The old Cherokee simply replied: "The one you feed."

Spike Lee's documentary

2006-08-17T05:54:00.000-07:00

Has been receiving nothing but praise except from one critic in New Orleans. Who cares? Rarely do critics agree about a movie. Will I watch it? I haven't decided yet because New Orleans is my hometown, and I am in no mood to be upset and crying. I mean, who is really ever in a mood for those emotions?

I will be there next weekend to celebrate my grandmother's 80th birthday. Despite what has happened, people from New Orleans still know how to have a good time. Celebrating life is great therapy.

Misrepresented hero

2006-08-16T05:41:00.000-07:00

I thought this was an interesting story that I heard on the Tom Joyner Morning Show this morning. I wasn't focused on the race of the marine, but the fact of what he did, and then how he just disappeared! Can you imagine such a thing?

Got this in an email

2006-08-10T09:25:00.000-07:00

I get some pretty interesting thoughts, pics, and stories in my email that I simply must share. Feel free to copy and paste it, link it, etc.

Subject: 2 Tough Questions

2 tough questions are you ready?

If you knew a woman who was pregnant, who had 8 kids

already, three who were deaf, two who were blind,

one mentally retarded, and she had syphilis, would

you recommend that she have an abortion?

Read the next question before looking at the response for this one.

Question 2:

It is time to elect a new world leader, and only your

vote counts. Here are the facts about the three candidates.

Candidate A.

Associates with crooked politicians, and consults with astrologist.

He's had two mistresses. He also chain smokes and drinks 8 to 10
martinis a day.

Candidate B.

He was kicked out of office twice, sleeps until noon, used opium in
college and drinks a quart of whiskey every evening.

Candidate C

He is a decorated war hero. He's a vegetarian, doesn't smoke,

drinks an occasional beer and never cheated on his wife.

Which of these candidates would be our choice?

Decide first... no peeking, then scroll down for the response.

-------------------------------------------------------------

Candidate A is Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Candidate B is Winston Churchill.
Candidate C is Adolph Hitler.

And, by the way, on your answer to the abortion

question: If you said YES , you just killed Beethoven.

Pretty interesting isn't it? Makes a person think before
judging someone. Wait till you see the end of this note! Keep
reading..

Never be afraid to try something new.
Remember: Amateurs...built the ark.
Professionals...built the Titanic

And Finally, can you imagine working for a company
that has a little more than 500 employees and has the following
statistics:

* 29 have been accused of spousal abuse
* 7 have been arrested for fraud
* 19 have been accused of writing bad checks
* 117 have directly or indirectly bankrupted at least 2 businesses
* 3 have done time for assault
* 71 cannot get a credit card due to bad credit
* 14 have been arrested on drug-related charges
* 8 have been arrested for shoplifting
* 21 are currently defendants in lawsuits
* 84 have been arrested for drunk driving in the last year...

Can you guess which organization this is?

Give up yet?

It's the 535 members of the United States Congress.

The same group that crank out hundreds of new laws each year
designed to keep the rest of us in line.

Datbury the teacher?

2006-08-09T08:14:00.000-07:00

That's right ladies and gentleman, a teacher.

I have traded in my counseling sofa for a desk, chairs, and some of America's future.

I will be teaching parenting and theatre arts this year. I prefer to teach math, but none of our math teachers left, so here I am! I'm looking forward to this year, so please keep me and my students in your thoughts and prayers.

Its about time a man taught parenting!!!

Yes I've been gone

2006-08-01T08:29:00.000-07:00

Computer was down at home, and since I was out for the summer, I took a long break. What a wonderful summer indeed!

I saw one of my friends from college get married in San Antonio.

I kept my oldest son at home for a few weeks.

But the greatest part is that my wife and I are back on track. I think I spent the most time ever talking to God this summer, and talking to him about the way my life has been going and where it was headed. I was concerned that being a good husband wasn't good enough. I was concerned that being a good father wasn't good enough. I was reminded that I had lost my focus. I had become self righteous, and in my state of self righteous, I forgot to bring those with me who weren't quite where they needed to be. But how could I do that all by myself?

That is when God said that I was regaining my focus with that question.

With God, all things are possible, and he is rewarding me for my faith. Imagine if I was stronger to hold out just a little while longer.

Is something wrong with my eyes?

2006-06-21T09:34:00.000-07:00

I would never put a bumper sticker on my car, but if I did . . . .

2006-06-21T09:31:00.000-07:00

Your Bumper Sticker Should Be

If you can read this, I can stop suddenly and sue you

What Bumper Sticker Should Be On Your Car?

I know that Richmond meant to tag me, so I accepted on her behalf!

World Refugee Day

2006-06-20T10:50:00.000-07:00

Today is World Refugee Day. Let's take the time to remember those who are in dire need of help, and see what we can do help them.

Poor sense of humor!

2006-06-20T10:41:00.000-07:00

My son always has it, and then there is the communication issue

2006-06-17T08:26:00.000-07:00

Too many risks

2006-06-15T06:25:00.000-07:00

Wouldn't this guy have saved time and embarrassment by just participating in HNT?

I mean, come on . . .

2006-06-15T06:10:00.000-07:00

If this is you, post somewhere for others to see because I know its me!

2006-06-14T09:18:00.000-07:00

TO ALL THE KIDS WHO WERE BORN IN THE 1930's 40's, 50's, 60's and 70's !!

First, we survived being born to mothers who smoked and/or drank while
they
carried us.

They took aspirin, ate blue cheese dressing, tuna from a can, and
didn't get tested for diabetes.

Then after that trauma, our baby cribs were covered with bright
colored
lead-based paints.

We had no childproof lids on medicine bottles, doors or cabinets and
when
we
rode our bikes, we had no helmets, not to mention, the risks we took
hitchhiking.

As children, we would ride in cars with no seat belts or air bags.

Riding in the back of a pick up on a warm day was always a special
treat.

We drank water from the garden hose and NOT from a bottle.

We shared one soft drink with four friends, from one bottle and NO
ONE actually died from this.

We ate cupcakes, white bread and real butter and drank soda pop with
sugar
in it,but we weren't overweight because

WE WERE ALWAYS OUTSIDE PLAYING!

We would leave home in the morning and play all day, as long as we were
back
when the streetlights came on.

No one was able to reach us all day. And we were O.K.

We would spend hours building our go-carts out of scraps and then ride
down

the hill, only to find out we forgot the brakes. After running into
the
bushes a few times, we learned to solve the problem.

We did not have Playstations, Nintendo's, X-boxes, no video games at
all,
no
99 channels on cable, no video tape movies, no surround sound, no
cell
phones, no personal computers, no Internet or Internet chat
rooms..........WE HAD FRIENDS and we went outside and found them!

We fell out of trees, got cut, broke bones and teeth and there were
no
lawsuits from these accidents.

We ate worms and mud pies made from dirt, and the worms did not live in
us
forever.

We were given BB guns for our 10th birthdays,
made up games with sticks and tennis balls and although we were told
it
would happen, we did not put out very many eyes.

We rode bikes or walked to a friend's house and knocked on the door or
rang
the bell, or just yelled for them!

Little League had tryouts and not everyone made the team. Those who
didn't
had to learn to deal with disappointment. Imagine that!!

The idea of a parent bailing us out if we broke the law was unheard
of.
They
actually sided with the law!

This generation has produced some of the best risk-takers, problem
solvers
and inventors ever!

The past 50 years have been an explosion of innovation and new
ideas.

We had freedom, failure, success and responsibility, and we learned

HOW TO
DEAL WITH IT ALL!

And YOU are one of them! CONGRATULATIONS!

You might want to share this with others who have had the luck to grow
up
as
kids, before the lawyers and the government regulated our lives for our
own
good.

and while you are at it, forward it to your kids so they will know
how
brave their parents were.

Kind of makes you want to run through the house with scissors, doesn't
it?!