Hercules - Laura and I thoroughly enjoyed Hercules. In the News - They walk among us! Enjoy - Relax and enjoy these images and videos!
I generally strongly dislike period piece movies. I admit having a strong bias, and I really expected to dislike Hercules.
Laura enjoys such movies, and Dwayne Johnson (The Rock) is a favorite of hers, so I was fully prepared to endure watching the movie so that Laura could enjoy it, as I anticipated she would.
However, the movie was so well produced, the acting was so fine, the special effects were so awesome, and the balance of violent war and humor quickly had me perched at the edge of my chair—where I stayed throughout the movie!
Based upon the Greek legend, Hercules was the powerful son of the god king Zeus. After twelve arduous labors and the loss of his family, this dark, world-weary soul turned his back on the gods finding his only solace in bloody battle.
Over the years he warmed to the company of six similar souls. The King of Thrace has hired these mercenaries to train his men to become the greatest army of all time.
I very highly recommend this movie to all!
Tuesday, October 28, 2014
Tuesday, August 05, 2008
Walk the Line, Irony Can Be So Ironic!, -and- Now that's HOT!
Walk the Line - man has .851 blood alcohol content
Irony Can Be So Ironic! - man steals truck, gets carjacked
Now that's HOT! - 2-acre piece of land in Ventura County reaches 812 degrees
On this day in history: August 5, 1962 - In her Brentwood, California home, Marilyn Monroe dies in bed. Her death remains shrouded in mystery to this day.
Born on this day in history: August 5, 1930 - Neil Armstrong (1930 - ) Born in Wapakoneta, Ohio, astronaut Neil Armstrong was a fighter pilot in Korea and later a civilian test pilot. In 1969, he, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins led the Apollo 11 expedition. Armstrong was the first man to set foot on the Moon.
Scripture of the Day: And they did not do as we expected, but they gave themselves first to the Lord and then to us in keeping with God's will. - 2 Corinthians 8:5
Video of the Day: Stowaway Chicks
Apparently, Zeus was intent upon journeying to Tucson with Laura last weekend! As it happened, he remained home with me. Laura took these photographs of Zeus attempting to stow away in her luggage. Click to enlarge.
Thursday, September 20, 2007
Hic!, Don't Eat That!, -and- Don't Cry
Hic! - drunk man gets stuck in ex's chimney
Don't Eat That! - vet pulls toy lizard from real lizard
Don't Cry! - Iowa man jailed for onion attack
On this day in history: September 20, 1989 - A jury finds Richard Ramirez ("The Night Stalker") guilty of 43 counts, including 13 murders and assorted incidents of burglary, rape, and sodomy. Ramirez terrorized Southern California during a string of murders, sexual attacks, and burglaries. He would scrawl a pentacle in his victim's blood on the wall of each crime scene.
Born on this day in history: September 20, 1885 - Jelly Roll Morton (c. 1885 - 1941) jazz singer, composer, pianist, bandleader. He was the first great composer of orchestral jazz.
Scripture of the Day: "Be glad, O people of Zion, rejoice in the LORD your God, for he has given you the autumn rains in righteousness. He sends you abundant showers, both autumn and spring rains, as before." (Joel 2:23)
Video of the Day: It’s JerryTime: The Repairman – submitted by Cindy
Another Landmark Disappears: At 7 AM yesterday morning, while driving to my office, I noticed a gathering of construction equipment and workers at the site of the original Catholic church. A new, much larger church was built many years ago to accommodate increased attendance. The old church was an historic landmark. At 3:30 PM yesterday afternoon, while driving to the market, I passed the spot where the old Catholic church had stood. There was no sign of it. Another historic landmark is gone! Be certain to view the slide show of historic Corning photographs described below!
New Links I have added two new links to the links section. The links are for photograph galleries of historic photographs of Corning and aerial photographs of Corning. The photographs may be viewed individually or as slide shows. Enjoy!
Our cats are unusually attracted to paper. One of the pipes under the kitchen sink broke, and Laura placed a sheet of paper over the drain to remind us not to use that sink. Zeus quickly leaped into the sink in order to posture atop the paper. Click to enlarge.
Here is a photograph of Laura’s granddaughter, Parker, taken in Tucson last weekend. Click to enlarge.
Here is a photograph of Laura and Parker, taken in Tucson last weekend. Click to enlarge.
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Road Rage, Firestopper, -and- Home Improvements
Road Rage - motorist attacks speed-camera operator
Firestopper - 9-year-old girl saves 34 from fire
Home Improvement - man gets jail time for property fixes
On this day in history: August 28, 2005 - Death Row Records founder Suge Knight is shot in the leg during an early morning party in Miami Beach, Florida.
Born on this day in history: August 28, 1828 - Leo Tolstoy (1828 - 1910) novelist, philosopher. He is known as one of the world's greatest novelists; wrote "War and Peace," 1865-69 and "Resurrection," 1899.
Scripture of the Day: “Jesus answered, "The work of God is this: to believe in the one he has sent.” (John 6:29)
Video of the Day: Chuck Norris Mountain Dew Commercial - submitted by Laura
[While I slept] A knocking at the door roused me from my attention to a crossword puzzle I was completing online. I rose and walked to the door. A beautiful, young lady stood there. “Hello,” she said, “I am Rosanne, and this is my daughter, Lucy. We have fresh tamales for sale. Would you like some fresh tamales?” “One moment, please,” I replied. I called Laura at her office and asked her whether she desired some fresh tamales for dinner. She said that sounded wonderful. “Come in, please,” I said to Rosanne and her lovely daughter. They entered the house, and I asked them to be seated, pointing to the sofa. They sat, and my cat, Zeus, appeared, walked to Lucy, and began rubbing against her legs. “Hi, kitty,” Lucy said. She appeared to be approximately 10 years of age. “What’s your name?” To my great surprise, Zeus answered! “My name is Zeus. But you can call me ‘Triple Digit,’ ‘cause I’m hawt!” “I’ll call you ‘Triple D’ for short,” Lucy said, and she began petting Zeus.
[While I was awake]
I used the Mr. Clean Pro-Series AutoDry Car Wash System this morning for the first time, and I am amazed by the results! I washed my Dodge Nitro R/T and Laura's Toyota Yaris. The cars dried absolutely without spots. They look cleaner and shinier than they ever have following previous washes. The Nitro was in the shade, but the Yaris was mostly in the sun and still dried completely spot-free.
The Pro-Series kit comes with a wash mitt, a wheel scrubber, a filter, soap, the sprayer unit, and quick-attach/detach connector.
First, the vehicle is sprayed with water. Next, the sprayer is turned to the soap setting, and the vehicle is covered with soap. The mitt is used to wipe the vehicle, ensuring all dirt and scum is removed. The sprayer is turned to the rinse setting, and the soap is rinsed away. There is a high-powered spray setting for stubborn dirt. Lastly, the sprayer is set to the auto-dry setting, and the vehicle is sprayed with filtered water.
The results are absolutely amazing. The vehicles have never looked this clean and shiny. They look as if they have just been waxed!
For some reason, my system had no washer in the quick-connect unit that attaches to the hose, so I had to supply one. I assume this was an oversight at the factory, since no mention is made of the need to insert a washer in the owner's manual and yet the unit could not possibly work without a washer present.
I bought the Mr. Clean Pro-Series AutoDry Car Wash System from Auto Barn (http://www.autobarn.com) for $39.95. The Pro-Series model is about $10 more than the standard model but is well worth it, in my opinion.
I have to say, this unit really impressed me! Generally, I watch television commercials and laugh at the claims they make. I did the same when I saw the Mr. Clean AutoDry Car Wash System commercial. Later, however, I became curious and did some research. I read a good many reports from people with expensive black cars who praised the performance of the system, so I decided to try it. It is 100% as advertised!
Friday, August 03, 2007
Fighting Back, Truckin', -and- Sympathy from the Devil
Fighting Back - man awakens, chases would-be burglar
Truckin' - monster-truck owner to lose home over fines
Sympathy from the Devil - Sean Penn praised by Venezuela's Chavez
On this day in history: August 3, 1996 - "Macarena" by Los Del Rio #1 on the pop charts. The accompanying dancing disease afflicts millions before final eradication.
Born on this day in history: August 3, 1887 - Rupert Brooke (1887 - 1915) poet. He was a gifted youth whose early death in World War I contributed to his idealized image; best known work is the sonnet sequence "1914."
Today's Video: Hitman - submitted by Darin
Our kitties love Jesus! That may seem a peculiar notion. I have very solid evidence of this, however: When I first arise in the morning, I usually turn on the stereo system and tune it to KLOVE, a Christian music station. I generally leave for the office before Laura leaves to begin her journey to Chico. If I have neglected to address KLOVE, I do so on my way out of the house. As I am leaving, I say a prayer over the house, Laura and me, and the kitties, Zeus and Thor.
When I return from the office, KLOVE is playing, the house is otherwise quiet and safe, and the kitties are in good spirits. They often perch in the window, awaiting my return. If not, they run to greet me when I enter. They have obviously spent the day dining and napping and are now ready to play! I entertain them with romps up and down the hallway, prompted by the beam of a laser pointer. This is followed by petting. As I go about my day, the kitties (Zeus in particular) press for more attention—winding about my legs and rubbing on me as I walk.
On the rare mornings when I neglect to turn on KLOVE, the kitties are listless when I arrive. They are generally sleeping fitfully and do not seek my attention. They are aloof and do not attempt to engage me in play.
It is obvious that a day of listening to KLOVE is emotionally beneficial to Zeus and Thor. It is not, then, an exaggeration to suggest that they love Jesus!