The Happening

I just typed that post title in because I couldn't think of anything else to call it. That is, however, the name of M. Night Shymalahamaoughimoreileyanomahans's (sp) new film. I really don't know much about it, other than the title is kind of lame. It does appear to involve some kind of apocalyptic adventure, which I'm always up for, and it opens on my birthday.

I took the kitties to Weathered Rock Veterinary Clinic this morning to get them laser de-clawed. (Thanks, Mike, for letting me know where to get the procedure done locally.) I would've told Dr. Popp you sent me, but Thursdays are his day off apparently, so the other Doc will be performing the surgery. I just hope they don't laser off a foot or something. It ended up costing 140 per feline, but I think it's worth it to put them through less pain and less recovery time.

I got a new toy (fingerprint magnet) today. The Logitech Harmony One remote. It's their latest all-in-one universal remote. I was going to hold out until they released something with Bluetooth so I could control the PS3, but I found a work-around. I also ordered a cheap PS3 remote from amazon which comes with an IR dongle. All you have to do is plug in the IR dongle to your PS3, tell the Harmony One to assimilate the cheap PS3 remote's functions, and you're controlling the PS3 with the uber-remote. The only drawback is no power on and no eject for PS3, but you have to power it on to put a disc in anyway, so it's not a huge deal.

It Came From the Camera Phone

The horror! The humanity!

The following collection of oddities are of images one would find while perusing through my camera phone's gallery.
Yup, it's a wheel fashioned out of meat from Hy-Vee








This is The Demon Bunny, available now at your local Cracker Barrel







Enjoy your stay at the glorious Herp Haven, courtesy of Pet-Co.








Not a big fan of Herp Haven? Relax! You can always come hang out at the Crab Cove, again courtesy of Pet-Co.







Technology these days... This drawer of a new fridge can hold sausage, cheese, and e-mail. (Photo taken at Best-Buy)







For when camouflage pants and overalls simply wont do, Furniture Factory Outlet has this magnificent camo-recliner.
"Doreen, go get me a beer"
"But honey, I can't find you. Where are you sitting?"

New Rules for Driving

Happy Leap Day!

I'm sure you've all heard of 'new math'. I would like to share with you 'new driving'. This is the new rules for the average American driver. Please be sure to follow them to the letter.

1) Always add approximately 20% speed to any posted speed limit. If the sign reads 65, go 80.
2) Not using turn signals: It's not just for old people anymore! Turn signals are neither encouraged, nor required.
3) When a traffic light turns red, you still have about 5-10 seconds to get through the intersection. Everyone knows and expects this.
4) You always have the right of way. It's yours.
5) In cases of inclement weather, always increase speed accordingly. You don't want to be out in that nasty stuff any longer than you have to! Also, be sure to decrease awareness and alertness so the cold doesn't get you.
6) Remember, the roadway is yours. It was built just for you!
7) If you can't be distracted by talking on your cell phone while driving, please seek out another distraction immediately. Try eating or reading.
8) Bob n' Weave: The best way of getting through congested traffic is to bob and weave uncontrollably between every and any open spot between cars, even if your car doesn't fit. Remember: The road is yours, they'll make room, and rule number 2 is also very important here.

If you follow these simples rules, you too can be an average American driver!


Lastly, enjoy this onion.com video which covers some exciting new developments in driving.


Tired Of Traffic? A New DOT Report Urges Drivers: 'Honk'

Old Commercials

Yesterday evening, I was compelled to look up old commercials on youtube. Here are some of my favorites.




I was quite impressed with this one, considering it was made in 1982 and was made without any fancy computer effects.


Poor Sony. At least they got theirs this time.


Huh. This one isn't really that old (2006), but one of the most inappropriate toy guns ever.


The inevitable spoof.

A follow up to my post below.

Paramount silently issued a statement around 1:00am this morning stating their intentions to return to Blu-ray, with their tail tucked between their legs.
I now officially upgrade their status from "filthy sweaty taints" to simply "taints".

Even better than their status upgrade, this means that all 6 major studio's are now with Blu-ray. Let the fun begin.