Johnny Mnemonic, I'm Researching a Part, -and- It's in His Kiss

Johnny Mnemonic - students soon will download lessons directly into brains
I'm Researching a Part - Tatum O'Neal busted for cocaine, crack
It's in His Kiss - teen DUI blames drunk boyfriend for her BAL

On this day in history: June 2, 1793 - Jean-Paul Marat recites names of 29 people to the French Assembly, virtually all of whom will be guillotined. Over the next year 17,000 will be executed in the Reign of Terror.

Born on this day in history: June2, 1972 - Wayne Brady (1972-) Born in Orlando, FL, comedian-actor Wayne Brady started at local clubs and Disney World and moved to Los Angeles in 1996. His break was on "Whose Line Is It Anyway?," ABC’s version of the British improv show. Brady went on to star in his own variety and daytime talk shows.

Scripture of the Day: Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. - Galatians 6:2

Video of the Day: Mecum Auction Presents - Lot # S115 1971 Plymouth Hemi Cuda - submitted by Cindy

Great Scott! Drunk again! Click to enlarge.

The weather was beautiful throughout the weekend. It was not as warm as it had been forecast to be, yet it was wam and without the wind that plagued us earlier in the week.

We had BLTs for dinner on Friday. We made them from toasted sourdough bread, bacon, sliced beefsteak tomatoes, sliced avocados, and baby spinach. They were delicious.

Saturday evening, I grilled New York strip steaks that I had marinated for four hours in extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, Tony Chachere's More Spice, and ground black pepper. I also grilled large white mushrooms, Jalapeños, and red potatoes. It was a delicious meal. I grilled three steaks—planning the third to be used for Sunday brunch.

Sunday, we had Potatoes O'Brien, sunny-side-up fried eggs, and the New York strip steak from Saturday's dinner. This was a delightful brunch.

We had Cajun black beans and baby back ribs for dinner Sunday evening. Laura made a spicy dry rub (Tony Chachere's More Spice, garlic powder, ground black pepper, brown sugar, crushed red peppers, Gebhardt's chili powder, and dry Chinese mustard) and applied it to an enormous rack of baby back ribs. She barbecued them over indirect heat, bone-side down, without turning, for four hours—brushing every 20 minutes with a sauce I made from apple cider vinegar, Tony Chachere's Louisiana hot sauce, and garlic powder. I simmered sliced white onion, sliced Jalapeño peppers, diced Roma tomatoes, minced garlic, and minced garlic in extra-virgin olive oil. I seasoned this with Tony Chachere's More Spice, ground black pepper, Gebhardt's chili powder, and crushed red peppers. After simmering for an hour, I added a can of black beans, stirred, turned the heat to low, and allowed this to simmer for 30 minutes. It was a wonderful meal. We both declared the ribs were the best we had ever had! Leftovers await our dining pleasure on Wednesday evening, following Bible class.

Fighting Back, Brave New Schools, -and- Somebody's Watching You

Fighting Back - 84-year-old ex-Marine thwarts robbery
Brave New Schools - teachers say principal threatened to kill them over poor test scores
Somebody's Watching You - spy drones in demand by U.S. police

On this day in history: March 28, 1979 - Three Mile Island nuclear accident, Harrisburg PA.

Born on this day in history: March 28, 1970 - Vince Vaughn (1970-) Born in Minneapolis, MN, actor Vince Vaughn landed the role of smooth-operating Trent in 1996's surprise hit "Swingers," which led to stardom in Steven Spielberg's "The Lost World: Jurassic Park."

Scripture of the Day: Look at the land with your own eyes, since you are not going to cross this Jordan. But commission Joshua, and encourage and strengthen him, for he will lead this people across and will cause them to inherit the land that you will see. - Deuteronomy 3:27b-28

Video of the Day: Duplex Cookie Board Games - submitted by Cindy

I spotted this bumper sticker on the way to my office this morning. Click to enlarge.

Rain? It is relatively cool this morning, but there is no sight of rain (yet). The weatherpeople predicted rain in great quantity today. It is dry now, and there is little wind. The sky appears clear, but this could easily change quickly.

Yesterday was a fast day on our food calendar. The fast ended at 7 PM. I made grilled chicken and black bean enchiladas. They were delicious. I sautéed sliced white onion, minced garlic, sliced Jalapeño peppers, and shredded grilled chicken breast in extra-virgin olive oil, seasoned with Tony Chachere's More Spice and Gebhardt's chili powder. I added a can of black beans. I spooned this mixture into flour tortillas, rolled, and placed in a large Pyrex baking dish that had been sprayed with olive oil Pam. I drizzled Tony Chachere's Cajun Garlic Sauce over the enchiladas and covered with sliced cheddar cheese. When it was time to dine, Laura baked the enchiladas in the microwave on reheat until the cheese melted. At the table, we added fresh salsa and crushed red peppers.

No More Classes, Stupid Criminals, -and- Bad Hair Day

No More Classes - boy glues hand to bed to escape school
Stupid Criminals - man hiding knives in pants stabs self
Bad Hair Day - Texas students suspended for refusing haircuts

On this day in history: January 9, 2002 - The DOJ confirms reports that a criminal investigation of mega-corporation Enron has begun. The Texas energy profiteers gave loads of cash to the Republican party before accounting fraud and insider trading caused thousands of Enron employees to lose their savings and pensions.

Born on this day in history: January 9, 1913 - Richard (Milhous) Nixon (1913–94) Born in Yorba Linda, CA, 37th President Richard Nixon (1969–74) was Eisenhower's vice-president in 1952. After several political setbacks, he won the presidency in 1968, and was re-elected by a landslide in 1972. He was then brought down by the scandal known as "Watergate." Facing certain impeachment, in August 1974, Nixon became the first U.S. president to resign.

Scripture of the Day: "Since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all spiritual wisdom and understanding." - Colossians 1:9

Video of the Day: Le Cadeau du Temps – submitted by Cindy

Here is this morning's poll from World Net Daily. Click to enlarge.

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Dry Streets! The streets are dry this morning. While it sprinkled during the night, the heavy rains that plagued us yesterday appear to be gone, for now. The weather forecast is for clear weather for the next several days. More rain is certain to be on the way, but for now, at least, we can enjoy a break.

I produced beef enchiladas last evening. Laura had a large lunch and was not sufficiently hungry to properly enjoy the enchiladas, so we shall dine upon them following Bible class this evening.

I simmered a pound of Sierra Nevada ground beef, a large white onion (sliced very thin), three large Jalapeño peppers (diced), four tablespoons of minced garlic, a liberal shaking of Tony Chachere's More Spice Seasoning, two tablespoons of Gebhardt's Chili Powder, a tablespoon of ground black pepper, and a cup of red chili sauce for an hour. I set this aside to cool. When it had cooled sufficiently, I filled ten Mission flour tortillas with the mixture, rolled them, and placed them in a Pyrex baking dish that was first coated with red chili sauce. I covered the enchiladas with sauce and placed eight squares of sliced Colby-jack cheese atop them.

I made some guacamole to accompany the enchiladas. I am eager for them.