2/22/11
2/12/11
Be Blessed
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A voyaging ship was wrecked during a storm at sea and only two of the men on it were able to swim to a small, desert like island. The two survivors, not knowing what else to do, agree that they had no other recourse but to pray to God. However, to find out whose prayer was more powerful, they agreed to divide the territory between them and stay onopposite sides of the island. The first thing they prayed for was food. The next morning, the first man saw a fruit-bearing tree on his side of the land, and he was able to eat its fruit. The other man's parcel of land remained barren. After a week, the first man was lonely and he decided to pray for a wife. The next day, there was a woman who swam to his side of the land. On the other side of the island, there was nothing. Soon the first man prayed for a house, clothes, more food. The next day, like magic, all of these were given to him. However, the second man still had nothing. Finally, the first man prayed for a ship, so that he and his wife could leave the island. In the morning, he found a ship docked at his side of the island. The first man boarded the ship with his wife and decided to leave the second man on the island. He considered the other man unworthy to receive God's blessings, since none of his prayers had been answered. As the ship was about to leave, the first man heard a voice from heaven booming, "Why are you leaving your companion on the island?" "My blessings are mine alone, since I was the one who prayed for them," the first man answered. "His prayers were all unanswered and so he does not deserve anything." "You are mistaken!" the voice rebuked him. "He had only one prayer, which I answered. If not for that, you would not have received any of my blessings." "Tell me," the first man asked the voice, "what did he pray for that I should owe him anything?" "He prayed that all your prayers be answered." For all we know, our blessings are not the fruits of our prayers alone, but those of another praying for us. This is too good not to share... My prayer for you today is that all your prayers are answered. Be blessed. "What you do for others is more important than what you do for yourself" This was shared with me by a friend; I hope you will share with your friends!Be |
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Scott McCloud on comics | Video on TED.com
Scott McCloud on comics | Video on TED.com
In this unmissable look at the magic of comics, Scott McCloud bends the presentation format into a cartoon-like experience, where colorful diversions whiz through childhood fascinations and imagined futures that our eyes can hear and touch.
In this unmissable look at the magic of comics, Scott McCloud bends the presentation format into a cartoon-like experience, where colorful diversions whiz through childhood fascinations and imagined futures that our eyes can hear and touch.
2/7/11
THIS IS JUST AN INCREDIBLE STORY !!!!
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2/5/11
Six Funny Life Lessons
Six Funny Life Lessons: "Six Funny Life Lessons
This was posted back in April, 2007. Shortly after, people liked it so much it got to the�Digg�front page. Until this day, many many people come and read these lessons everyday. Enjoy!"
This was posted back in April, 2007. Shortly after, people liked it so much it got to the�Digg�front page. Until this day, many many people come and read these lessons everyday. Enjoy!"
Gravel Roads & Daiquiris in the Dirt
Gravel Roads & Daiquiris in the Dirt:
"How is Norma ?"
hilarious little story,
def worth a visit. :-)
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2/3/11
Instruction Manual for Life
Instruction Manual for Life [cc]
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TheraminTrees
piano score written/performed by QualiaSoup
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To watch in super-sharp high quality:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAIpRR...
closed-captions in:
—German [by Patrick Mächler, bCurious2 & Vasco]
—Portuguese [by AcidZero]
—Spanish [by ArmandoXIII]
—Hebrew [by RoeyTNT]
—Croation [by Mladen Culic]
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For those critics who read this video as an 'attack', or commentary on one specific religious/political/ideological group, a message: look deeper.
For those who accuse this video of condemning one entire population, a question: if this had been a story about an abusive dog owner, would you be suggesting I was condemning ALL dog owners? No. So don't be facile — stories don't have to represent every single experience. This video specifically addresses the folks who do go through events similar to this — and I've had literally 100s of messages saying, 'This was/is my experience!' — are they all 'wrong'? Just in case they aren't, this video stands for them
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via
TheraminTrees
piano score written/performed by QualiaSoup
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To watch in super-sharp high quality:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAIpRR...
closed-captions in:
—German [by Patrick Mächler, bCurious2 & Vasco]
—Portuguese [by AcidZero]
—Spanish [by ArmandoXIII]
—Hebrew [by RoeyTNT]
—Croation [by Mladen Culic]
•••••
For those critics who read this video as an 'attack', or commentary on one specific religious/political/ideological group, a message: look deeper.
For those who accuse this video of condemning one entire population, a question: if this had been a story about an abusive dog owner, would you be suggesting I was condemning ALL dog owners? No. So don't be facile — stories don't have to represent every single experience. This video specifically addresses the folks who do go through events similar to this — and I've had literally 100s of messages saying, 'This was/is my experience!' — are they all 'wrong'? Just in case they aren't, this video stands for them
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2/2/11
Liza Donnelly: Drawing upon humor for change
Image via WikipediaNew Yorker cartoonist Liza Donnelly shares a portfolio of her wise and funny cartoons about modern life -- and talks about how humor can empower women to change the rules.
Groundhog Day Jokes | History of Punxsutawney Phil
Groundhog Day Jokes | History of Punxsutawney Phil:
"Arizona Abner
Punxsutawney Phil's cousin, Arizona Abner, was buried alive under a K-Mart parking lot, reports The Furious Bandercoot.� Consequently, seven years of summers are expected for the whole state of Arizona."
Punxsutawney Phil's cousin, Arizona Abner, was buried alive under a K-Mart parking lot, reports The Furious Bandercoot.� Consequently, seven years of summers are expected for the whole state of Arizona."
Bring the Books: Almost (saved)
Bring the Books: Almost (saved): "Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Almost (saved)
Posted by Josh Walker"
Almost (saved)
Posted by Josh Walker"
Most Def deserving of a Look-See!
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Philosophy of Relationships
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as expressed by
Prominent Philosophers:
And my favorite one of all............
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Philosophy of Relationships
Prominent Philosophers:
And my favorite one of all............
2/1/11
A Cuban In London
Image via Wikipediaan entertaining read,
at times its discussions are intellectually challenging,
and its never a joke.
i highly recommend it,
especially for its Sunday postings
which always include a music selection.
January 30th's post includes guest bloggers
Judith Mercado and Jodi MacArthur in a lively
discussion on the topic of Religion and Faith.
go ahead, take a look-see,
you know that you want to . . .
"SUNDAY, 30 JANUARY 2011
Sunday Mornings: Coffee, Reflections and Music
Sunday Mornings: Coffee, Reflections and Music
Last week I asked readers and fellow bloggers to participate in a debate about religion and today I'm pleased to announce the two posters who rose to the challenge and who will be contributing to our discussion."
1/31/11
Man arrested with explosives at Michigan mosque
Man arrested with explosives at Michigan mosque:
"DETROIT --
A 63-year-old Southern California man who was traveling with explosives in his vehicle with the intention of blowing up one of the nation's largest mosques where mourners had gathered for a funeral was arrested in the Detroit suburb of Dearborn, Michigan authorities said Sunday"
1/30/11
1/29/11
St Agatha’s Breasts « Saintclementsblog
Image via Wikipedia
Image via WikipediaSt Agatha’s Breasts « Saintclementsblog
St Agatha was martyred by having her breasts cut off,
and in early pictures and statues, she is shown holding them on a plate,
just as St Lucy is shown with two eyeballs on a plate.
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LADY'S YEARLY EXAM
Image via Wikipedia{LADY'S YEARLY EXAMvia
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LADY'S YEARLY EXAM
I went to the doctor for my yearly physical.
The nurse started with certain basics.
"How much do you weigh?" she asked.
"135," I said.
The nurse put me on the scale.
It turns out my weight is 180.
The nurse asked, "Your height?"
"5 foot 6," I said.
The nurse checked and saw that I only measure 5' 2"
She then took my blood pressure and told me that it is very high.
"Of course it's high!" I screamed, 'When I came in here I
was tall and slender! Now I'm short and fat!"
She put me on Prozac.
What a bitch.
1/27/11
1/25/11
Heather Knight: Silicon-based comedy | Video on TED.com
Heather Knight: Silicon-based comedy | Video on TED.com
In this first-of-its-kind demo, Heather Knight introduces Data, a robotic stand-up comedian that does much more than rattle off one-liners -- it gathers audience feedback (using software co-developed with Scott Satkin and Varun Ramakrishna at CMU) and tunes its act as the crowd responds. Is this thing on?
In this first-of-its-kind demo, Heather Knight introduces Data, a robotic stand-up comedian that does much more than rattle off one-liners -- it gathers audience feedback (using software co-developed with Scott Satkin and Varun Ramakrishna at CMU) and tunes its act as the crowd responds. Is this thing on?
Dorje Shugden - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dorje Shugden - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia:
"Dorje Shugden is regarded as the incarnation of Gelugpa Lama Dragpa Gyaltsen of Drepung Monastery, a contemporary of the Fifth Dalai Lama. Yet, Dorje Shugden's enlightened nature has been debated since his appearance in the 17th century.
With the current Dalai Lama's growing public opposition and subsequent 'explicit ban of the practice, this debate has escalated into what is known as the Dorje Shugden controversy."
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1/24/11
I'm resigning
{from Bill C.}
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Dear Boss:
I'm resigning, effective immediately!
The reason for my resignation is that
I cleaned my aunt's garage this morning
before coming to work and realized
I don't feel like working anymore.
see?
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Dear Boss:
I'm resigning, effective immediately!
The reason for my resignation is that
I cleaned my aunt's garage this morning
before coming to work and realized
I don't feel like working anymore.
see?
1/23/11
1/21/11
Cat is summoned for jury duty in Boston; court rejects owners' appeal to disqualify him
Cat is summoned for jury duty in Boston; court rejects owners' appeal to disqualify him: "Anna filed to have her pet disqualified from the service requirement on the grounds he is 'unable to speak and understand English.' She even included a letter from her vet explaining that Sal is not a human being but a 'domestic short-haired neutered feline,' WHDH reported.
The court rejected the request, and as things stand, Sal will have to report for duty to Suffolk Superior Crown Court in Boston on March 23.
And what if Sal the cat is asked to weigh in on a case?
'He'll probably do a meow for the answer,' Anna said."
The court rejected the request, and as things stand, Sal will have to report for duty to Suffolk Superior Crown Court in Boston on March 23.
And what if Sal the cat is asked to weigh in on a case?
'He'll probably do a meow for the answer,' Anna said."
1/20/11
1/18/11
1/16/11
Beatification of John Paul II scheduled for May 1 - Anaheim Roman Catholic | Examiner.com
Image via WikipediaBeatification of John Paul II scheduled for May 1 - Anaheim Roman Catholic | Examiner.com:
"May 1, the day scheduled for the ceremony, is of special significance to the late Pope.
'For those who followed John Paul II's pontificate, it is a special Sunday,' said Vatican spokes person Fr. Lombardi. It is a 'fundamental date in his life and his encounter with the Lord... it is the day the Church celebrates the apparition of Jesus to the disciples in the upper room and the institution of Confession.'"
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I am a Marxist, says Dalai Lama
Image by Yves. via FlickrMarxism has 'moral ethics, whereas capitalism is only how to make profits,' the Dalai Lama, 74, said on Thursday."
340-year-old Bible Found By Debra Court In St. Paul Lutheran School In Wisconsin | Batangas Today | Breaking News, World News And More News
Image via Wikipedia340-year-old Bible Found By Debra Court In St. Paul Lutheran School In Wisconsin | Batangas Today | Breaking News, World News And More News:"According to reports, Court was looking for an old baptism records to show her students when she found the book. However, she thought it was just an ordinary old book and it took two years to realize what the book really was.
The 340-year-old Bible was said to be a copy of Martin Luther‘s translation which was printed in Germany in 1670."
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