Lights Out!, Spousal Abuse, -and- Unholy

Lights Out! - CA may ban conventional light bulbs by 2012
Spousal Abuse - CA woman poisons husband for breast enhancement
Unholy - Puerto Rican minister says he is Jesus incarnate

On this day in history: January 31, 1950 - President Truman gives the go-ahead for the development of Edward Teller's hydrogen bomb.

Born on this day in history: January 31, 1919 - Jackie Robinson (1919–72)
Born in Cairo, GA, baseball player Jackie Robinson was the first African-American to play in the major leagues, becoming a star for the Brooklyn Dodgers (1947–56). Robinson was Rookie of the Year in 1947 and league batting champion and Most Valuable Player in 1949.

Today's Video: Six Drummers!

Amazing Web Site: Caveman's Crib - Visit the Geico caveman!

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RAMMMMM Update: RAMMMMM is sold. The funds will arrive via bank transfer this morning, and a transport truck will pick him up soon for his journey to his new home in Colorado.

Arf!, Cat Gone Wild, -and- Swoop!

Arf! - psychologist makes patient wear dog collar
Cat Gone Wild - 15-pound tabby prescribed Prozac
Swoop! - eagle carrying deer head causes blackout

On this day in history: January 30, 1835 - Andrew Jackson is the subject of the first recorded assassination attempt on a U.S. president. After a man fires shots at him, Jackson beat the man senseless.

Born on this day in history: January 30, 1912 - Barbara Tuchman (1912 - 1989) historian She is known for her Pulitzer prize-winning historical books, e.g., "The Guns of August."

Today's Video: 66-inch Jump!

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House of Filth, Never Too Young, -and- Liberals Gone Wild

House of Filth - 66 pets found in house
Never Too Young - 12-year-old boy undergoes sex change
Liberals Gone Wild - Florida gives gun permits to felons

On this day in history: January 29, 1919 - Prohibition begins, and with it the rise of organized crime.

Born on this day in history: January 29, 1880 - W. C. Fields (1880 - 1946) actor, comedian. He was famous in vaudeville, stage, film and radio for hard drinking and dislike of children; starred with Mae West in "My Little Chickadee," 1940.

Today's Video: Blonde in a Library

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I went to Italy over the weekend. I realized I would need to learn how to ask, "Where is the restroom?" in Italian in order to survive. I practiced this phrase in during the flight. Soon after arriving in Rome, I found that I needed to use the restroom. I turned to a nearby Italian woman and asked, "Dove è il restroom?" in excellent Italian.

Unfortunately, I was unable to understand her reply!

Shhh!, Smile!, -and- Shut Up!

Shhh! - school bans talking at lunch
Smile! - teacher put boy's head in photocopier
Shut Up! - court rules boy's screaming killed chickens

On this day in history: January 26, 1998 - Residents of the Japanese town of Ito are attacked by a pack of raving wild monkeys. A total of 26 were injured and had to receive rabies shots. It remains unclear why the monkeys chose to attack.

Born on this day in history: January 26, 1961 - Wayne Gretzky (1961 - ____) ice-hockey player. He became perhaps the greatest player in the history of the National Hockey League (NHL); first player to win the MVP Hart Trophy 8 years in a row.

Today's Video: Oil Change Mishap!

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RAMMMMM Update: RAMMMMM departed for his new home in San Luis Obispo at 10:45 AM. I am saddened by his departure, yet I am satisfied he is going to a good home, and I am excited by the prospect of seeking his replacement.

RAMMMMM Update: The buyer called yesterday afternoon and said he was displeased with the way RAMMMMM handled on the freeway. I told him I would meet him at my office in the morning and unwind the deal. This morning at 7:45 AM, I walked to my office (White Fang is still unwell and unable to leave the confines of the house), met the buyer, unwound the sale, and returned home with RAMMMMM.

Alien Nation, Arf!, -and- Cold Duck

Alien Nation - Scientology names Tom Cruise "Christ"
Arf! - WA senator says bars should allow dogs
Cold Duck - bird survives two days in refrigerator after being shot

On this day in history: January 25, 1971 - Charles Manson and three of his followers are convicted in Los Angeles of the Tate and LaBianca murders. All were sentenced to the gas chamber, with sentences commuted to life imprisonment when the death penalty was temporarily abolished.

Born on this day in history: January 25, 1933 - Corazon Aquino (1933 - ____) political leader. She was president of Philippines, 1986-94; received the Living Legacy Award, 1991.

Today's Video: Suzuki Hayabusa Goes 220mph!

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Here is an amazing photograph. This was sent to me by Frank, and I deemed it too good not to share. Click to enlarge.

RAMMMMM shall be leaving for his new home in San Luis Obispo tomorrow morning! An agreement was reached regarding the sale price. I am saddened by RAMMMMM's impending departure, but I am very pleased that he will be going to a new owner who has expressed great concern for ensuring that RAMMMMM will be maintained with the same great care that I have always given him! Praise God!