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.

Fighting Back, Heat of the Moment, -and- Don't Let the Bed Bugs Bite!

Fighting Back - robber fatally shot by Miami jewelry store owner
Heat of the Moment - cold water thrown on Antarctic warming predictions
Don't Let the Bed Bugs Bite! - NY subways invaded by blood-sucking insects

On this day in history: May 8, 1999 - Actress Dana Plato, who played Kimberly Drummond on Diff'rent Strokes, dies in Oklahoma of an overdose of Valium and Loritab. Just the previous day, Plato had appeared on the Howard Stern syndicated radio program claiming to be clean and sober.

Born on this day in history: May 8, 1884 - Harry S Truman (1884–1972) Born in Lamar, MO, 33rd President Harry Truman (1945–53) was elected to the U.S. Senate (1935–45), and gained national attention heading "The Truman Committee," which investigated wartime production. That gained him a spot as Franklin D. Roosevelt's new vice-president in 1944. When Roosevelt died, Truman became president, going on to win the close 1948 election. The "everyday American" surprised everyone by dropping the atom bombs on Japan, forming the post-war Marshall Plan and proposing the "Truman Doctrine" of Communist containment.

Scripture of the Day: But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. - Romans 5:8

Video of the Day: Baraky - Barak Obama and Hillary Clinton in their own words! - submitted by Jeffrey

The many face of Hillary Clinton. Yikes! Click to enlarge.

Last evening, at Harvest Christian Center, a graduation ceremony for those who had completed The Lord's Table program supplanted the Bible class which is generally held on Wednesday evenings. Laura and I were among those who gave testimonies and received diplomas. It was a beautiful ceremony.

This weekend is the annual May Madness Corning Car Show. Friday evening, there will be burnouts (in front of the police station!) and a cruise. Saturday will feature burnout finals and a car show. It is an excellent event. If you find yourself near this area, I highly recommend that you attend this event.