I haven't seen it yet (I'll wait for the transcript and read along), but I'm predicting that the state of our union is strong, and we can make it even stronger. But that's just a guess. Update: Okay, now I've seen it, and I was close: ...the State of our Union is strong, our cause in the world is right, and tonight that cause goes on. That was near the end. The … [Read more...] about State of the Union 2007
Scared Bunny on Signs
Here's an idea for a post I wish I had come up with: Scared Bunny is blogging about strange signs in the restroom at work. … [Read more...] about Scared Bunny on Signs
A Perfect Circle
I'm fascinated by people who can do useless things very well, so I liked Grandinite's link to a video of a guy who's won a fast freehand circle drawing contest. … [Read more...] about A Perfect Circle
Restitution of Famous Murderers
Is it ethical to sell-off a criminal's possessions to pay restitution to his victims? You'd certainly think so. After all, he took something from the victims, so he should have to give them back enough money to make up for what they lost. It's a basic case of making good for the damage done. When the crime is murder, of course, the victim isn't around any more, and money … [Read more...] about Restitution of Famous Murderers
Comparing Strange and Culosi
Here's a disturbing comparison between a pair of news items: Jennifer Lea Strange dies from drinking too much at a water drinking contest hosted by KDND, a Sacramento, California radio station. The very next day the station cancels the show and fires everyone involved. Fairfax, Virginia Police shoot and kill Sal Culosi as he emerges unarmed from his house to meet a friend … [Read more...] about Comparing Strange and Culosi