Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Missing, Don't Flush!, -and- Catch Me If You Can


Missing - pensioner spends over seven years doing 5,000 piece jigsaw puzzle, then can't find final piece
Don't Flush! - Chinese student gets stuckin toilet trying to retrieve mobile phone
Catch Me If You Can - escaped woman hides in coffin to elude police

On this day in history: May 19, 1987 - Chet Fleming files for a patent on his method for keeping a severed head alive. The mechanism includes blood filtering, pumping equipment, and nutrient supply. Ultimately, US Patent 4,666,425 is granted.

Born on this day in history: May 19, 1987 - Nora Ephron (1941 - ) Director, screenwriter, author. Born on May 19, 1941, in New York, New York. A talented writer and director, Nora Ephron is known for her successful romantic comedies, such as When Harry Met Sally (1989) and Sleepless in Seattle (1993).

Scripture of the Day: The wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Peacemakers who sow in peace raise a harvest of righteousness. — James 3:17-18

Video of the Day: The Product Tester Mini Test: One Touch





Imagine my surprise when I encountered this scene at Walmart while journeying to my office this morning! Click to enlarge.





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