To Serve and Protect, Hic!, -and- Disco Inferno

To Serve and Protect - bicyclist tased when he runs for minor infraction
Hic! - man arrested for DUI on mower
Disco Inferno - radio volunteer sets fire to station

On this day in history: January 30, 1972 - British troops kill 13 unarmed marchers in Londonderry, Northern Ireland. This incident becomes known as "Bloody Sunday" and marks the beginning of a new extended round of violence.

Born on this day in history: January 30, 1931 - Gene Hackman (1931– ) Born in San Bernardino, CA, actor Gene Hackman made it big in "Bonnie and Clyde" (1967). He went on to win an Oscar for "The French Connection" (1971), and has been making blockbuster movies ever since.

Scripture of the Day: ...you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God -- that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption. Therefore, as it is written: "Let him who boasts boast in the Lord." - 1 Corinthians 1:30-31

Video of the Day: Anonymous on Fox 11 - submitted by Laura

The fishing has been particularly good in the pond behind my office! Click to enlarge.

Brrr! It was very cold when I left the house this morning at 6:45 AM. Mr. Nitro's windshield had a chitinous carapace formed of ice. Several minutes of defrosting was required prior to his exit from his parking spot. Once yet again, I missed an ideal opportunity to pre-set Mr. Nitro's defroster and start him remotely from the warmth of our house.

Interestingly, today's lead story took place in Hamilton City (mid-way between here and Chico). This news story is on Fox News, the Drudge Report, World Net Daily, and certainly many other online news sites this morning.

Look Out Below!, Brave New Schools, -and- To Serve and Protect

Look Out Below! - suicide jumper falls on pedestrian
Brave New Schools - girl gets detention for hugging friends
To Serve and Protect - Chicago police tasered 82-year-old woman

On this day in history: November 7, 1872 - The cargo ship Mary Celeste sails from New York, never reaching Genoa. Four weeks later it is found completely abandoned, whereabouts of the ten man crew unknown.

Born on this day in history: November 7, 1918 - Billy Graham (1918 - ____) evangelist. He is known world-wide for his Billy Graham Crusades; wrote "The Seven Deadly Sins," 1955.

Scripture of the Day: "I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone; for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness." (1 Timothy 2:1-2)

Video of the Day: WSSA World Record – Individual Cycle - submitted by Danica

Recommended Site: Corning California Net - A free forum for Corning, California!

Recommended Site: Nikon Photographer - A free forum for all photographers (NOT just Nikon users!) and anyone interested in photography!

Laura went to lunch with a friend yesterday—forestalling her ingesting of the leftover jambalaya until today. She brought me leftovers from her lunch at Hula's Mongolian Barbecue. It was very tasty. Tonight—following Bible class at Harvest Christian Center—we shall have the remainder of the wonderful pasta salad we enjoyed last Saturday evening. I shall add sliced grilled chicken breast to the salad. It shall be delightful.

Tomorrow evening, we shall have beef fajitas. I am eager for this.

The weather promises to be beautiful again today—sunny and warm. It is forecast to be in the low 80s. While I realize that water is needed desperately in many parts of the country, and local streams, creeks, and rivers are showing the dramatic effects of this long dry spell, the warm weather is certainly enjoyable.