Saturday, July 30, 2005
three names
that i ever wanted to name a child:
angela
sabrina
dylan
the first was what i wanted to name my child from when i was a little girl. when the time came, i didn't like it nearly as much. the second two are what i had decided on when the time had come. it was just waiting to find out the sex for a final determination.
angela
sabrina
dylan
the first was what i wanted to name my child from when i was a little girl. when the time came, i didn't like it nearly as much. the second two are what i had decided on when the time had come. it was just waiting to find out the sex for a final determination.
Labels: three things
shhhh....
What's Your Religious Philosophy?: You are Agonistic
You're not sure if God exists, and you don't care.
For you, there's no true way to figure out the divine.
You rather focus on what you can control - your own life.
And you tend to resent when others "sell" religion to you
You're not sure if God exists, and you don't care.
For you, there's no true way to figure out the divine.
You rather focus on what you can control - your own life.
And you tend to resent when others "sell" religion to you
i've never seen the show
Thursday, July 28, 2005
there's nothing that bothers me more
than when people don't do what they say they will do: President having difficulty keeping appointment with Boy Scouts.
this is timely, considering the events of my personal life this week.
this is timely, considering the events of my personal life this week.
Wednesday, July 27, 2005
it's only four questions
[quiz] How Do You Live Your Life? here's the answer i got:
You seem to be straight forward, but you keep a lot inside. You tend to avoid confrontation and stay away from sticky situations.
You tend to have one best friend you hang with, as opposed to many aquaintences. Some of your past dreams have disappointed you, but you don't let it get you down.
You seem to be straight forward, but you keep a lot inside. You tend to avoid confrontation and stay away from sticky situations.
You tend to have one best friend you hang with, as opposed to many aquaintences. Some of your past dreams have disappointed you, but you don't let it get you down.
Labels: quiz
today is the pony swim
i'll update later when there's a news story.
[last year's post is here, if you want more info.]
update 9:46 pm: here's the story about this year's event.
[last year's post is here, if you want more info.]
update 9:46 pm: here's the story about this year's event.
Tuesday, July 26, 2005
man, it's a hot one
like seven inches from the midday sun ... that is the forecast for the next two days.
that's us in red. the heat index is supposed to be at 119 today! temps at 101. fyi:
and, if you are interested, you might want to see the update to the 'birth control patch' post about women who are suing.
that's us in red. the heat index is supposed to be at 119 today! temps at 101. fyi:
The record for July 25 was 97° in 1949.
The record for July 26 was 99° in 1987.
The record for July 27 was 102° in 1940.
Looking back at our records, if we hit 100° Tuesday and Wednesday, it will be the first time we have had back-to-back 100°+ days since July 1952.
and, if you are interested, you might want to see the update to the 'birth control patch' post about women who are suing.
Monday, July 25, 2005
cool site: only in the movies
Sunday, July 24, 2005
i'm sick today so this is all you get
[quiz] How Weird Are You?: You Are 20% Weird
Not enough to scare other people...
But sometimes you scare yourself.
Not enough to scare other people...
But sometimes you scare yourself.
Labels: quiz
Friday, July 22, 2005
post #434 and i do not like pop-tarts
while my daughter is the pop-tart queen, i do not like them. well, i didn't. but i did just eat, and enormously enjoy, frozen smores pop-tarts.
yes, from the freezer.
and according to the blogger dashboard, this is post #434 on this blog. i like that number.
yes, from the freezer.
and according to the blogger dashboard, this is post #434 on this blog. i like that number.
Thursday, July 21, 2005
news for the day
from talkleft:
A convicted murderer awaiting execution at San Quentin State Prison has died of an apparent heroin overdose -- making him California's first inmate to OD on Death Row. [i thought they weren't supposed to have drugs in prison... and on death row?]
Two boys, one aged 18 and one underage minor, were lashed 228 times before being hung by Iranian authorities [because they were gay].
A convicted murderer awaiting execution at San Quentin State Prison has died of an apparent heroin overdose -- making him California's first inmate to OD on Death Row. [i thought they weren't supposed to have drugs in prison... and on death row?]
Two boys, one aged 18 and one underage minor, were lashed 228 times before being hung by Iranian authorities [because they were gay].
Labels: crime and social justice
Wednesday, July 20, 2005
john roberts
we'll see what comes of this. but i know that this guy has argued before the Supreme Court that Roe should be overruled and he is against gay rights. seems as if he is against choice altogether.
james doohan
big mistake
what a way to put a damper on your morning: to find out that your freshly opened box of carnation instant breakfast [ten powdered packets] is chocolate, not vanilla. yuck.
Tuesday, July 19, 2005
'Cohabitation is here to stay'
i'll need to remember this report in the spring when i teach intro to sociology again.
it sounds like good news: divorce rates are down. but marriage rates have also decreased. it 'may be due more to an increase in people living together than to more lasting marriages.' so that's not too bad you say. wait, there's more.
it sounds like good news: divorce rates are down. but marriage rates have also decreased. it 'may be due more to an increase in people living together than to more lasting marriages.' so that's not too bad you say. wait, there's more.
Cohabiting couples have twice the breakup rate of married couples, the report's authors say. And in the USA, 40% bring kids into these often-shaky live-in relationships.and look at how we compare:
The USA has the lowest percentage among Western nations of children who grow up with both biological parents, 63%, the report says.although i do feel the need to say that just because a child is growing up with a solo parent does not automically make that child a deviant. okay, just had to say it. and now, to remember for my juvenile delinquency classes in the fall: risk factors, risk factors, risk factors.
The United States has the weakest families in the Western world because we have the highest divorce rate and the highest rate of solo parenting.
birth control patch more dangerous
via feministing: The birth control patch, touted to be as safe as the pill, is actually three times more likely to cause fatal blood clots.
update 07/26: Ten women filed a lawsuit Monday against the maker of a birth control patch, claiming the device caused them to suffer strokes and blood clots, their attorney told CNN.
i just love how that jessica over there always keeps me informed. commercials for birth control always warn about dangers especially for 'smokers over 30.' this report is talking about non-smokers and the fatalities with women in their 20s. i wonder just how bad it would be for those over 30.An investigation by the Associated Press revealed a death rate much higher than expected, about a dozen young women (most were in their late teens and early 20s) died last year from blood clots believed to be caused by the patch Ortho Evra.
...
Why such a big difference between the patch and the pill, both of which have similar estrogen levels? It’s most likely related to the way the patch is administered. The hormones from the pill have to go through the intestinal tract before they hit the bloodstream, hormones from the patch go directly into the bloodstream.
update 07/26: Ten women filed a lawsuit Monday against the maker of a birth control patch, claiming the device caused them to suffer strokes and blood clots, their attorney told CNN.
the date's wrong*
over there [to the right] is a sideblog post that is dated july 6.
* of course, no one cares.
feeling: bummedit was not done on july 6. it was sunday, july 17. i just entered another one to check the date. this one is correct. hmm...
listening: silence
consuming: diet dr.
pepper
reading: 'the vanished man'
wanting: everything
temp in
norfolk: 94
* of course, no one cares.
Sunday, July 17, 2005
it's been a while
since i did this:
Tolerate:: please
Release:: me
My soul:: heaven
Sax:: ophone
HP:: computer
Worth:: cent
Rockstar:: money
Terrify:: Monster
Knock me off my feet:: wham
Taunt:: tease
Tolerate:: please
Release:: me
My soul:: heaven
Sax:: ophone
HP:: computer
Worth:: cent
Rockstar:: money
Terrify:: Monster
Knock me off my feet:: wham
Taunt:: tease
Labels: free association
the emmys
the emmy nominations are out. i am psyched that will and grace got 15 nods, even if some people are not. it is my favorite show, although, to be fair, i really only like sitcoms. and they are few and far between these days.
and i agree completely with a commenter on the aforementioned post, the king of queens is a great show and is overlooked.
and i agree completely with a commenter on the aforementioned post, the king of queens is a great show and is overlooked.
there is an upside
i couldn't resist.
Addicts Turning to White Collar Crime:
AP reports that the ability to stay awake for days at a time caused by meth use puts users in a good position to commit identity theft and other white collar crimes.
Addicts Turning to White Collar Crime:
AP reports that the ability to stay awake for days at a time caused by meth use puts users in a good position to commit identity theft and other white collar crimes.
Labels: crime and social justice
Thursday, July 14, 2005
i know it's not cool
to mention anything about the French anymore. But today is Bastille Day.
Monday, July 11, 2005
execution stayed for death row inmate
in virginia:
The U.S. Supreme Court granted a last-minute stay of execution today for a man convicted of fatally stabbing the manager of a pool hall with a pair of scissors. Robin Lovitt, 41, had been scheduled for execution at 9 tonight ... the stay will remain in place until the court returns ... from a three-month break. ... Lovitt's case attracted national attention because the murder weapon and DNA evidence were destroyed after the trial.
for info on capital punishment, see the Death Penalty Information Center.
The U.S. Supreme Court granted a last-minute stay of execution today for a man convicted of fatally stabbing the manager of a pool hall with a pair of scissors. Robin Lovitt, 41, had been scheduled for execution at 9 tonight ... the stay will remain in place until the court returns ... from a three-month break. ... Lovitt's case attracted national attention because the murder weapon and DNA evidence were destroyed after the trial.
for info on capital punishment, see the Death Penalty Information Center.
Labels: crime and social justice
lucky for me
[quiz]: What's Your Ideal Career?: Your Career Type: Social
You are helpful, friendly, and trustworthy.
Your talents lie in teaching, nursing, giving information, and solving social problems.
You would make an excellent:
Counselor - Dental Hygienist - Librarian
Nurse - Parole Officer - Personal Trainer
Physical Therapist - Social Worker - Teacher
The worst career options for you are realistic careers, like truck driver or farmer.
You are helpful, friendly, and trustworthy.
Your talents lie in teaching, nursing, giving information, and solving social problems.
You would make an excellent:
Counselor - Dental Hygienist - Librarian
Nurse - Parole Officer - Personal Trainer
Physical Therapist - Social Worker - Teacher
The worst career options for you are realistic careers, like truck driver or farmer.
Labels: quiz
believe it
i took this test to find out my best zodiac match and it came up with scorpio. my guy is a scorpio! i don't agree completely with his match to this description, though.
Scorpio, the Scorpion (October 24 to November 22): This powerful and passionate partner is just your type. Initially, a Scorpio may catch your eye with their confidence and determination. But as you get to know them, you're even more likely to be drawn to the firmness of your Scorpio's convictions and the strength of their desires. People born under this sign often have magnetic personalities. They're also usually able to communicate with a great intensity of emotion. Be aware, because of Scorpios' strong, passionate natures, they sometimes have a tendency to become jealous or critical. However, a Scorpio's love can also be exceptional in its depth and potency. In the bedroom, you'll likely find the Scorpion to have a high libido that keeps them sexually charged. In general, Scorpios are people who feel deeply and react strongly to their emotional perception of the world around them.
oh, and this quiz told me that i have a high confidence level.
As a result, you may tend view yourself as a wonderful, lucky, or energized person. However you probably also have your days when you don't feel so hot. After all, you're only human. Because of your usual high level of self-acceptance and belief in yourself, you're generally open and accepting of others. People who come in contact with you likely appreciate this generous nature and may seek out your company.
Your intelligence seems to be the trait that you most value in yourself of the five main traits that affect confidence. You also seem to appreciate this characteristic in others.
Scorpio, the Scorpion (October 24 to November 22): This powerful and passionate partner is just your type. Initially, a Scorpio may catch your eye with their confidence and determination. But as you get to know them, you're even more likely to be drawn to the firmness of your Scorpio's convictions and the strength of their desires. People born under this sign often have magnetic personalities. They're also usually able to communicate with a great intensity of emotion. Be aware, because of Scorpios' strong, passionate natures, they sometimes have a tendency to become jealous or critical. However, a Scorpio's love can also be exceptional in its depth and potency. In the bedroom, you'll likely find the Scorpion to have a high libido that keeps them sexually charged. In general, Scorpios are people who feel deeply and react strongly to their emotional perception of the world around them.
oh, and this quiz told me that i have a high confidence level.
As a result, you may tend view yourself as a wonderful, lucky, or energized person. However you probably also have your days when you don't feel so hot. After all, you're only human. Because of your usual high level of self-acceptance and belief in yourself, you're generally open and accepting of others. People who come in contact with you likely appreciate this generous nature and may seek out your company.
Your intelligence seems to be the trait that you most value in yourself of the five main traits that affect confidence. You also seem to appreciate this characteristic in others.
Labels: quiz
back to monday
Thursday, July 07, 2005
because i'm actually leaving town
here's two quizzes. have at it.
[quiz] What Kind of Coffee Are You?: You are a Black Coffee
[quiz] What Kind of Coffee Are You?: You are a Black Coffee
At your best, you are: low maintenance, friendly, and adaptable[quiz] Take the Kissing Purity Test: Your Kissing Purity Score: 31% Pure
At your worst, you are: cheap and angsty
You drink coffee when: you can get your hands on it
Your caffeine addiction level: high
You're not one to kiss and tell...[special message to the girl that i know is reading this and it is because i know she would that they are so eagerly posted]: it's like these ones are made for you. i knew you would like them.
But word is, you kiss pretty well.
Labels: quiz
supreme court
i am hearing that Chief Justice Rehnquist will step down within the week. i am starting to fear for my life. unless, of course, Bush nominates one conservative and one *less conservative* so that the balance doesn't change.
Wednesday, July 06, 2005
mr. helpful alright*
if you read the comments on this blog, or read his blog, you will see that mr. helpful usually does not agree with me.
i just wanted to point out that he did, indeed, for at least one post. it was a few days ago, when i wrote about teachers not giving a grade of zero to their students for missing assignments. it's written in stone, no changing it now.
i really just wanted to point that out. now, go read his blog [he's looking for his thirteenth reader]. it's good stuff.
* note the sarcasm. no, really. i love this guy.**
** there was no sarcasm intended there. :-)
i just wanted to point out that he did, indeed, for at least one post. it was a few days ago, when i wrote about teachers not giving a grade of zero to their students for missing assignments. it's written in stone, no changing it now.
i really just wanted to point that out. now, go read his blog [he's looking for his thirteenth reader]. it's good stuff.
* note the sarcasm. no, really. i love this guy.**
** there was no sarcasm intended there. :-)
i hate U2
no, not you. U2. i hear them all the time. radio loves them. you know what is really annoying? the fact their most popular songs
I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For
Where The Streets Have No Name
With Or Without You
all sound the same. i think you could sing one song to the tune of another. i, for one, have a hard time telling them apart.
I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For
Where The Streets Have No Name
With Or Without You
all sound the same. i think you could sing one song to the tune of another. i, for one, have a hard time telling them apart.
thoughts of a maniac
Joseph Duncan, the man accused of kidnapping 8-year-old Shasta Groene and possibly killing her brother Dylan, was a blogger. here's his site.
Monday, July 04, 2005
via email
check out Google Content Blocker:
Google's mission is to organize the world's advertising for maximum exposure to Web users. Unfortunately, annoying Web content often overwhelms the page, causing many users to become distracted and overlook the ads.
That's where Google Content Blocker comes in. It effectively blocks all Web site content, leaving only the advertisements.
oh, and read this, from the help file:
Q: I'm an advertiser. How can I get more people to use this valuable tool?
A: Google has established business relationships with some of the leading spyware companies. Our partners are working diligently to patch their software so Google Content Blocker is installed automatically. Within 4-6 months, 92% of all computers in the world will have Google Content Blocker installed. Then, for all intents and purposes, the Web will be completely content-free.
this is funny stuff!
Google's mission is to organize the world's advertising for maximum exposure to Web users. Unfortunately, annoying Web content often overwhelms the page, causing many users to become distracted and overlook the ads.
That's where Google Content Blocker comes in. It effectively blocks all Web site content, leaving only the advertisements.
oh, and read this, from the help file:
Q: I'm an advertiser. How can I get more people to use this valuable tool?
A: Google has established business relationships with some of the leading spyware companies. Our partners are working diligently to patch their software so Google Content Blocker is installed automatically. Within 4-6 months, 92% of all computers in the world will have Google Content Blocker installed. Then, for all intents and purposes, the Web will be completely content-free.
this is funny stuff!
Sunday, July 03, 2005
how american are you?
in the spirit of independence day... this one is fun.
[quiz] How American Are You?: You Are 48% American
America: You don't love it or want to leave it.But you wouldn't mind giving it an extreme make over.On the 4th of July, you'll fly a freak flag instead...And give Uncle Sam a sucker punch!
am i ashamed to post these results? well, i did, didn't i?
[quiz] How American Are You?: You Are 48% American
America: You don't love it or want to leave it.But you wouldn't mind giving it an extreme make over.On the 4th of July, you'll fly a freak flag instead...And give Uncle Sam a sucker punch!
am i ashamed to post these results? well, i did, didn't i?
Labels: quiz
a ridiculous price
Junior Allen served 35 years in prison for stealing a $140 television set in 1970 is finally released on parole. [the penalty for such acts now carries a maximum of three years.] he was denied parole 25 times. and if that isn't bad enough, now he is having trouble getting an ID.
Despite extensive prison records in North Carolina, where he has spent more than half his life as inmate No. 0004604, Allen has been unable to establish his identity in rural Georgia, where he now lives with his sister, or in Alabama, where he was born 65 years ago.here's a man who continues to be punished, for stealing a black and white tv.
Labels: crime and social justice
Saturday, July 02, 2005
vanilla ice cream
[quiz] Vanillaology quiz: my results: Double Vanilla: You're a Social Butterfly.
You love to be around people and they love to be around you. It’s largely because you’re such a great listener and empathizer, but also because you truly care.
Not only are you a people lover, you’re a vanilla lover too. But not any vanilla will do. You need a sweeter, richer more intense vanilla flavor than you ever thought possible.
Your vanilla is the all-new Edy's Double Vanilla. Appropriately, you’re romantically compatible with all other vanilla types.
Who do you remind us of? Sun Kwon in Lost and Dr. John Carter from ER.
btw- that's a lot of colons in the first sentence! anyway, i put this one up cause it's summer and a certain person i know likes ice cream a lot. how does it ask personality questions and know what ice cream i like? sometimes, these things are strange. strange enough, the quiz seems to know that i like vanilla ice cream. and since it picked double vanilla, i think that implies that it knows i like only vanilla ice cream.
You love to be around people and they love to be around you. It’s largely because you’re such a great listener and empathizer, but also because you truly care.
Not only are you a people lover, you’re a vanilla lover too. But not any vanilla will do. You need a sweeter, richer more intense vanilla flavor than you ever thought possible.
Your vanilla is the all-new Edy's Double Vanilla. Appropriately, you’re romantically compatible with all other vanilla types.
Who do you remind us of? Sun Kwon in Lost and Dr. John Carter from ER.
btw- that's a lot of colons in the first sentence! anyway, i put this one up cause it's summer and a certain person i know likes ice cream a lot. how does it ask personality questions and know what ice cream i like? sometimes, these things are strange. strange enough, the quiz seems to know that i like vanilla ice cream. and since it picked double vanilla, i think that implies that it knows i like only vanilla ice cream.
Labels: quiz
no more water
or at least less of it. Dr. Stanley Goldfarb, a dean the University of Pennsylvania Medical School, explains why drinking large amounts of water each day provides zero benefits to one's health.
The extra water retained in a few sips hardly increases the body's content of water and even then, the excess is rapidly eliminated in the urine. Therefore there is no possibility that consumed water can make a sustained difference in anything but how often she needs to find a ladies room.there is a lot in this article. and it all says that there is no need to drink all that water. he debunks all the myths surrounding 'drinking eight glasses of water' a day.
And by the way, there is no evidence that the few ounces of extra water in the system improve the luster of your skin, either. Given the fact that those few ounces distribute themselves uniformly in the 35 quarts throughout the body--including the liver, muscles, brain, and skin--you cannot notice them.what we do need, we can get in tea, coffee, etc. somebody call my mother...
uh oh
so everyone knows the news: Justice Sandra Day O'Connor has announced her retirement.
her 'swing-vote' status on the Supreme Court over issues like abortion and homosexual rights have been all that has kept us grounded thus far. without her, and with Bush's new appointee, who knows what could happen.
her 'swing-vote' status on the Supreme Court over issues like abortion and homosexual rights have been all that has kept us grounded thus far. without her, and with Bush's new appointee, who knows what could happen.
you made it down here?
what? you want a reward?
