Monday, February 08, 2010

Fighting Back, Fighting Back Two, -and- Daddy Dearest


Fighting Back - man high on medical marijuana taken down by black-belt flight attendant
Fighting Back Too - 94-year-old man fights off home invader
Daddy Dearest - man accused of waterboarding 4-year-old daughter because she would not recite her ABC's

On this day in history: February 8, 1994 - During an argument Jack Nicholson destroys the windshield of a car with a golf club, screaming "You cut me off!" Charges were dismissed on May 2 after the matter was settled privately. Nicholson did this one month before he was to host the annual Los Angeles Police-Celebrity Golf Tournament.

Born on this day in history: February 8, 1931 - James Dean (1931 - 1955) Born in Marion, Indiana, actor James Dean starred in only three films, including Rebel Without a Cause (1955). His untimely death in a car accident helped make him a cult figure who represented youthful rebellion. In 1965, he was the first actor to receive a posthumous Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.

Scripture of the Day: [Jesus said,] "You have heard that it was said, 'Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, that you may be sons of your Father in heaven." — Matthew 5:43-45

Video of the Day: Superstar Rajini Kanth Fight Part 2 - submitted by Frank





Imagine my surprise when I encountered this scene while passing through Walmart on the way to my office this morning! Click to enlarge.






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