Bugs, Daddy Dearest, -and- Timeout!

Bugs - record-breaking 22" insect found
Daddy Dearest - baby found alone in unlocked car outside strip club
Timeout! - 9-year-old Florida girl jailed for felony classroom outburst

On this day in history: October 17, 1989 - The Loma Prieta earthquake strikes the San Francisco Bay Area, killing 67 and causing billions in property damage. The 6.9 magnitude temblor manages to collapse a long section of the double-decker I-880 freeway, crushing motorists between the two layers. Part of the Bay Bridge also collapses.

Born on this day in history: October 17, 1972 - Eminem (Marshall Mathers III) (1972-) Born Marshall Bruce Mathers III in Kansas City, Missouri, rapper Eminem was hailed as rap's "great white hope." "The Slim Shady LP" (1999) went triple platinum, earning two Grammys, followed by more record-breaking releases and controversy about his graphic content. His first Hollywood movie, "8 Mile" (2002), attracted raves, and won a surprise Oscar for Best Original Song. Eminem's tempestuous personal life has generated worldwide headlines.

Scripture of the Day: He who heeds discipline shows the way to life, but whoever ignores correction leads others astray. — Proverbs 10:17

Video of the Day: Kitty Fell Asleep - submitted by Cindy

McCain throws Joe the Plumber at Obama! Click to enlarge.

Warm! Accuweather forecasts 89 degrees for the high today. Yesterday, the high reached 88 degrees. There is a very slight breeze (5 mph), the sky is clear and blue, and the birds are singing. This should be perfect weather for the CUHS Homecoming Parade, which will take place at 3 PM this afternoon.

Bad Medicine, The Closer, -and- iPiracy

Bad Medicine - surgeon hastened man's death to harvest kidneys
The Closer - car dealer kills two workers who sought raises
iPiracy - Eminem's music publisher sues Apple

On this day in history: August 1, 1966 - Former Eagle Scout and United States Marine Charles Whitman carries a sniper rifle onto University of Texas at Austin. There he climbs to the top of UT tower and begins firing indiscriminately at dozens of people, killing 13. Whitman is finally taken out 96 minutes later by three Austin PD officers.

Born on this day in history: August 1, 1942 - Jerry Garcia (1942 - 1995) musician, singer. He was the founder and lead guitarist of "The Grateful Dead; "In the Dark" was one of the Top Ten Albums of all time.

Today's Video: Dancing Otter

[NOTE: Those of you who did not watch "The Next Food Network Star" will not understand this dream.] I was photographing Corning's annual Olive Festival. I walked among the food and craft booths, photographing vendors and attendees. I came upon the area where the cooking competition entries were to be judged. A panel of judges sat at a picnic table, awaiting the first entry.

I was very surprised when Rory appeared and served the judges her entry. As the judges began tasting Rory's food, she described the ingredients and cooking methodology. She then left them to their task. I approached Rory and said, "Rory! Whatever are you doing here at the Corning Olive Festival?" She replied, "My restaurant failed, I got a divorce, and I decided to move to a community where life is slower and old-fashioned values are highly regarded." "I wish you well," I said.

A few locals presented their entries to the judges. Then, the final entrant appeared. It was Amy! After Amy served the judges and described her entry, I approached her and said, "Amy! Whatever are you doing here at the Corning Olive Festival?" She replied, "The TV show didn't work out, and I decided to move to a community where life is slower and old-fashioned values are highly regarded." "I wish you well," I said.

A local entrant won the competition.