MySpace.com

It seems myspace.com is gaining ground in membership and popularity, especially with the Y-Generation. The third party add-ons are also popping up all over the place. What differentiates from the add-ons I've seen on blogger is the 'bling-bling' factor. This common hip-hop style of flashiness is a definite known factor for this generation and it is apparent by the looks of some blogs I've seen. Here's an example that can be found @: MySpacePimps.com

I've joined the network of course! My sister and friends are on it and influence me. We'll see how this site compares with friendster and hi5. I don't mind contributing to the cyber garbage. It's just another venting spot and creative outlet. Who knows I think I'll have fun pimpin' my space.

I think I'm going to add this one to myspace as well. If you know me well, you know I like cosmos :) Hey if you can't beat them join then :)

Interview With An Honest Boss

This was rather funny, it reminded me of the move 'Office Space'. What do you think your boss would say if you asked him about the your different options? Check out this flash movie and have your interview with an honest boss

Hurricane Wilma

The New York times published incredible shots of different locations where Hurricane Wilma has struck today. The Storm is expected to hit the Florida border tomorrow (Sunday). The storm was downgraded to a category 3 storm, however it has caused serious tragedy upon many inhabitants of the Yucatan Peninsula.
Hurricane Wilma hung over the Yucatan Peninsula Saturday, deluging the streets of Cancun. The storm was expected to reach Florida border on Sunday.

Cubans herded cattle to higher ground as flooding threatened part of Pinar del Rio. More than 500,000 people were evacuated from the western part of the island ahead of drenching rains and dangerous winds.
Multimedia & Photos - New York Times

This Weekend

I'm not sure what this weekend will bring. I doubt it will be as eventful as last weekend, which by the way I finally posted the pictures from Hawthorne Race Track and the petting zoo in my photoblog. Please check it out every now and then - what do you think?

The weather is expected to be cold and rainy, not great weather to be outdoors much. Besides the Chicago White Sox will be playing their first game in the World Series against the Houston Astros. Hey I'm not jumping on "the bandwagon." My sister says she hates posers. I always said if the Yankees lost I would root for the Sox. Go Sox!

I Can't Afford My Gasoline

Cute Flash movie but such a true sad message: I Can't Afford My Gasoline

Joke Of The Day

Why the Chicken Crossed the Road?
John Locke: Because he was exercising his natural right to liberty.
Machiavelli: The point is that the chicken crossed the road. Who cares why? The ends of crossing the road justify whatever motive there was.
Timothy Leary: Because that's the only kind of trip the Establishment would let it take.
The Bible: And God came down from the heavens, and He said unto the chicken, "Thou shalt cross the road." And the Chicken crossed the road, and there was much rejoicing.
Darwin #1: Chickens, over great periods of time, have been naturally selected in such a way that they are now genetically predisposed to cross roads
Darwin #2: It was the logical next step after coming down from the trees.
Jerry Seinfeld: Why does anyone cross a road? I mean, why doesn't anyone ever think to ask, "What the heck was this chicken doing walking around all over the place anyway?"
Martin Luther King, Jr.: I envision a world where all chickens will be free to cross roads without having their motives called into question.
Grandpa: In my day, we didn't ask why the chicken crossed the road. Someone told us that the chicken had crossed the road, and that was good enough for us.
Bill Gates: I have just released the new Chicken 2000, which will both cross roads AND balance your checkbook, though when it divides 3 by 2 it gets 1.4999999999.
Colonel Sanders: I missed one?
Plato: For the greater good.
Aristotle: To actualize its potential.
Albert Einstein: Whether the chicken crossed the road or the road crossed the chicken depends upon your frame of reference.
Ralph Waldo Emerson: It didn't cross the road; it transcended it.
Joseph Stalin: I don't care. Catch it. I need its eggs to make my omelet.
Dr. Seuss: Did the chicken cross the road? Did he cross it with a toad? Yes the chicken crossed the road, but why he crossed, I've not been told!
OJ Simpson: It didn't. I was playing golf with it at the time.
Get yours @ joke-of-the-day-mail.com

Great Article - Has It Been “One of Those Days”?

I clicked on a link that caught my attention onmy msn page. There was this little icon wuth text that read - "bad day at the office". My answer, kinda! Pretty hectic times right now, I liked some of the suggestions in this article...

So you’ve had a bad day at the office. Nothing seemed to go right, from disastrous client meetings and bungled reports, right down to the deli giving you the wrong sandwich order at lunch.
It happens to everyone at one time or another. But now how do you deal with it when you leave work? Are you going to stomp home and slam all the doors? Take it out on the dog? Let’s hope not. Here are some suggestions for putting a dreadful day behind you. | Read more at MSN Career Advice

This Damn Cold

I hate getting sick, when I get sick I get REALLY sick. A regular cold for someone else turns into flu-like symptoms for me. Well guess what I am SICK!!!! I know exactly when I caught this cold and it was my fault. I went to montrose harbor on saturday with just a t-shirt and Jersey on. The Chicago weather of course changed for the worse as the hours progressed. I think it went down to sub 50 and windy. As Vigdis would say "f***ing Chicago weather". Yeah, V I said it! These weather changes are killing me.

BK Halloween Masks

BK Halloween Masks
Did I ever mention that the burger king mask guy freaks me out? Oh and that commercial where he catches the football and scores a touchdown is just stupid. I hate that guy! To make matters worse I might run into that creepy mask this Halloween. If you must get one, get the subservient chicken, I didn't mind that one.

Rhyme, Rhythm and Risas Tour

Last Thursday my sister and I went to a concert at the Aragon. It was called the Rhyme Rhythm and Risas Tour, sposored by Volkswagen. I loved it. If it comes to your city you must check it out, especially if your Hispanic. It showcases poetry, comedy and music. Comedian Pablo Francisco and poetry and music by La Bruja filled the audience with food times, but the best part - Ozomatli. I really enjoyed their performance, but especially like the ending. The entire band got off the stage and jammed for about 20 minutes in the middle of the crowd. If you can't check out the Rhyme, Rhythm and Risas Tour, make sure your check out Ozomatli.

I May Be A Chicago Traitor Soon

Here I am watching game three of the American division Championship, rooting as usual for my Yankees. Series is tied one a piece and I can't help being scared of the decision I may be faced with soon. My hometown White Sox clinched their spot at the League Championship Series, winning their division series against last year's champions the Boston Red Sox. I may be over confident in already thinking the Yanks will battle the sox in the next series, especially since they are down a run now at the fifth. I will admit that I am not a addicted baseball fanatic. I watch a few regular season games, but I always watch the finals. I have always rooted for the Yankees since the beginning of the 90's. I've never really gotten into the cubby/sox feud. I will root for both teams, although I've been to more cubs games than sox games. Both stadiums have a different aura to them.

Today Chicago is celebrating the fact that the White Sox are the ALC champs and might even win the World series. I caught the end of the Sox's game on the radio during my ride home. I rooted for the White Sox, just as I rooted for the cubs last year. Why I am scared - because I cannot stop rooting for the Yankees. Should Yankees battle White Sox, guess who my loud cheers go for?

WOoohoooo! Game tied, Matsui just tied the score....Second batter up hits sends Cano scoring at home plate and now Yanks are up 6-5. Gotta love this game!

Find The Man In The Coffee Beans

From E-mail Forward
----- This is pretty interesting --
it is actually a test (not a joke), although I don't know how scientific the explanation is. Read directions below and give it a try.

This is an actual test-Can you find the man’s head within 3 seconds?


According to medical experiments: If you can find the Man's Head within 3 seconds, your right brain is more developed than normal people. If you can find the Man's Head within 1 minute, your right brain is developed normally. If you can find the Man's Head within 1-3 minutes, your right brain is slow in reacting, you should eat more meat protein. If you can't find the Man's Head in 3 minutes or more, your right brain is a disaster ... extremely slow in reacting, eat way more protein and try some Ginkgo Biloba. AND, YES THERE REALLY IS A MAN IN THERE.

Give up? Here's the answer... Are you sure?
Look in the lower left between the middle and side. I hope you didn't cheat!

La Vergüenza De Pedro

No he defendido mi dios. Otros se rien de los creyentes. Me cayo y no admito creer en mi señor. Que clase de cristiana soy yo. Me siento como Pedro quando negó a Jesús Cristo cuando lo llebavan a su crusificacion.

La vergüenza peza pero dicen que la fe puede mover montañas. Si es asi, porqué mi fe no tiene las fuerzas de enseñar su cara? Proclamo aquí que dios es mi creador y salvador. Dios mio quitame esta cobardia para proclamar lo mismo enfrente de esas personas que reniegan de ti.

Weekend Recap w/Charlie Pics

I had to go into the office this Saturday again - I've been working like a dog, well not like my dog who is the laziest dog I've ever seen! This weekend was the first one in a very long time when I was able to truly enjoy it. I came home Saturday evening and I took Charlie on a very long walk. The day was beautiful, warm and slightly breezy, just how I like it. I walked several blocks to towards a park where I knew at that point Charlie would need a rest. Sure enough when we arrived, as soon as I sat down Charlie plopped himself onto the grass. He loves rolling over on the grass and getting dirty. I am not a fan of the mess and his stinky-smell afterwards but I will admit that it looks cute when he does it.

Later that night was relaxing as well, I laid low and stayed in. I missed the Roy Jones fight, but I guess that was a good thing since the next day I found out he had lost. I would have been upset the entire night. It still irks me to think he lost to Tarver.

I stayed up late Saturday night fixing a computer from a client. I still freelance on the side from time to time. You name it, websites, graphics, virus cleaning, PC repairing if it pays and has to do with computers, I'll try to do it. Sunday was full of sleep and a movie night with Carson again. We saw Lord of War, which actually surprised me. I liked the movie and recommend it.

I'm Tired

It was a very long day today...

Vanity Plates

Every year I am tempted in getting vanity plates of my own, but I can't justify the cost and simply don't. Besides I'm not sure what letter/number combination to use. I think I would get bored of whatever combination I came with. Any suggestions?

404 Research Lab

Inspirational 404-web pages - 404 Research Lab

Volaré En Mis Sueños

Como quisiera ser una ave para poder volar sin preocupacion. Anelo la libertad y la capacidad de conocer otros países. Quién como la paloma, admirada por su belleza y simbolo de paz por su cuerpo fragil. Quién como un pájarito con plumaje de varios colores vibrantes dando alegría a esos ojos que lo ven. Me imagino sentir el viento bajo mi cuerpo alzando mas alto mi vuelo. Esta noche espero con anticipación el poder volar en mis sueños.

The LaughNetwork of Humor

DO you need a laugh today? I found this cute site that has many fun sections. Check the LuaghNetwork.com = The LaughNetwork of Humor, Greeting Card, and Entertainment Websites

I'm Such An 80's Kid!

You're an 80's kid if:
You ever ended a sentence w/ the word "SIKE"
You watched Pound Puppies
You can sing the rap to "Fresh Prince of Bel Air"
You wore biker shorts under your skirts and felt stylish.
You yearned to be a member of the babysitters club and tried to start one of your own.
You owned those lil Strawberry Shortcake pals scented dolls.
You know that "WOAH" comes from Joey on "Blossom"
Two words: M.C.Hammer
If you ever watched Fraggle Rock
You had plastic streamers on your handle bars.
You can sing the entire theme song to "Duck Tales"
It was actually worth getting up on Sat morning to watch cartoons
You wore a ponytail on the side of your head
You saw "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" on the big screen
You got super excited when it was Oregon Trail day in computer class
You had a clip that held your shirt in a knot at the side
You played the game MASH (Mansion, Apartment, Shelter, House)
You wore a Jordache jean jacket and you were proud of it
L.A. Gear... need I say more
You wanted to change your name to "JEM" in kindergarten
You remember all of the Ramona books
You know the profound meaning of "WAX ON, WAX OFF"
You wanted to be a Goonie
You ever wore fluorescent clothing (some head to toe)
You can remember what Michael Jackson REALLY looked like
You ever wondered why Smurfette was the only female smurf
You took lunch pails to school
You remember the CRAZE, then the BANNING of slap bracelets
You still get the urge to say "NOT" after every sentence
Barbie and the Rockers were your fav band
You thought She-Ra and He-Man should hook up
You thought your childhood friends would never leave you b/c you exchanged friendship bracelets
You ever owned a pair of jelly shoes (and probably in neon colors)
After Pee-Wee's Big Adventures you kept saying "I know you are but wha am I"
You remember "I've fallen and I can't get up"
You remember skating before inline skates
You ever got seriously injured on a Slip-n-slide
You had a Skip-it
You had or attended a b-day party at Mc Donalds
You've gone thru this nodding your head in agreement
"Don't worry, Be happy!!"
You wore like 8 pair of socks over tights w/ high top reeboks
You wore socks scrunched down
"Miss MARY MACK MACK MACK all dressed in BLACK BLACK BLACK"
Boom boxes vs. Cd players
Both Gremlin movies
"CARE BEAR STARE!!!"
You remember Rainbow Bright and My Lil Pony Tales
You thought Doogie Howser was hot!
Alf, the furry brown alien from Melmac
New Kids On the Block when they were cool
Knew all the characters and there life stories on the ORIGINAL Saved by the BelL
Know all the words to Bon Jovi- SHOT THRU THE HEART
You just sang it to yourself
You remember when Mullets were cool
You rolled your pants tight
You owned a banana clip!

The Life and Times of Frida Kahlo

I watched this documentary on PBS today - Again. I am drawn to the life of this great Mexican artist. I know that this is partially due to my own Mexican roots, however her willingness to live life through many hardships amazes me. I know such is the case with many unknown individuals, though her life and artwork always captivates me.

Tree of Hope Stand Firm

They say a picture is worth a thousand words, the paintings from this strong woman give great insight to her deep heartaches and physical pains. I've watched this documentary twice, I saw the Salma Hajek interpretation twice also, and I have a few books showcasing her paintings. I was thrilled when a few of her paintings were showcased at the Mexican Cultural Museum a couple of years back. I can't describe the feeling when you see an image you've seen on paper many times finally in real life up close and in rich vivid color.

If you have time I suggest your watch
The Life and Times of Frida Kahlo on PBS

Kiddy Wasssuuup!!

You thought the wassup fade was over?!?
Check out the remake for the younger (much younger) generation. Cute kids at: ot Milk? - Wahh-zaaaap

My Sister's Wedding Pictures

Another weekend has past and I finally can see the light at the end of the tunnel. With work,my sister's wedding, baby sitting, and just having too much to do I am looking forward to more relaxing nights. My sister's wedding was a success, all her guest showed up, and a few more. What could have been a disaster was actually a loving and enjoyable night. I took many pictures, as too be expected. I'm only going to share a few here. I can't wait to see the pictures from the actual photographer. The weather was nice, sunny and warm. Alex and Sis returned from their honeymoon today, and by babysitting duties were relieved. Key word relieved, although Jules was very good to me. Here are a few pics of the wedding from last weekend.

Nevashut: Game

Nevashut: Game

Mexican photo exhibit

An opening reception for the photography exhibit "Mexicans in Chicago" will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Blue Island Public Library, 2433 York St.

The photos can be viewed in the Main Reading Room throughout Hispanic Heritage Month, Wednesday through Oct. 16.

The exhibit is based on the book "Mexican Chicago" by Rita Arias Jirasek and Carlos Tortelero. Arias Jirasek will open the exhibit, and copies of her book will be available for purchase.

A Mexican Independence Day Fiesta will be held in the library's park lot at 6 p.m. Thursday.

For information on other activities at the library during Hispanic Heritage Month, call Dan Carroll at (708) 388-1078, Ext. 15.

Wedding Bells Will Ring Tomorrow

Tomorrow is the big day, my little sister is getting married. We just came home from the rehearsal dinner. It went well, I hope Julian is a bit more clam tomorrow. My nephew will be the ring bearer, he looked so cute today. I can't wait to see him in his little tuxedo. I pretty much finished my speech, I just still have to find the closing quote I want to use.

GasBuddy.com - Find cheap gas prices in your city

This is my new buddy! It's coming in very handy lately.
Gas Buddy

Side View Jazz Fest

I am so bummbed :( I went to Grant park today in hopes of seeing the Jazz fest that is going on this weekend. I made the mistake of assuming my dog would be allowed and took him with. Hey, he needs to enjoy the city too!

I parked my car a few blocks away from Buckingham Fountain and strolled through the middle. I stopped at the fountain for a while and took some pictures. Charlie was good, he was calm and enjoyed the nice walk. We passed the vendor tents and Charlie was petted multiple times by friendly strangers. At the entrance of the fest I was told by an officer that Dogs aren't allowed in!

I continued walking through the outskirts and listened to the music for a while. It wasn't too bad, it was still within the grassy area, I just didn't get to have a decent view. Tomorrow I have a family function to go to and won't be able to get away. Oh well maybe next year.

Mozilla Update :: Extensions - List - Developer Tools - Page 1

I just beefed up my firefox browser and I am loving all the extensions and developer tools. One thing I wish it would include is to use these tools in my development environment. Oh well, update your mozilla browser today!
Mozilla Update

Humanitarian Call

I can't bare to watch the news anymore. Every time I see the devastation left by Hurricane Katrina, I fight back tears. There is bad news upon bad news all over the world. How horrible is this..

New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin ordered 1,500 police officers to end a search-and-rescue mission Wednesday night and return to the streets of the beleaguered city to stop looting that has turned increasingly hostile. | source: MSNBC

End search and rescue missions in order to bring back order! I can understand the need for some people to do whatever it takes to survive. During such conditions one cannot foresee the actions one will take. If I have to plumage a store for food and water for my kid to survive I would more than likely do so. My heart and prayers go out to all the victims and families. I must admit that it saddens me that most Americans don't respond to aid until disasters like these hit so close to home.

Support the Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. Personally I contribute to Care.org Make a donation today! Help is needed all over the world.

Having A Bad Day?

DO NOT CALL LIST

JUST A REMINDER... September 1st, cell phone numbers are being released to telemarketing companies and you will start to receive sale calls. YOU WILL BE CHARGED FOR THESE CALLS...

To prevent this, call the following number from your cell phone:
888/382-1222. It is the National DO NOT CALL list. It will only take a minute of your time. It blocks your number for five (5) years.

Or Simply fill out the form at: www.donotcall.gov

The Dollar Bill Shirt

Now that I know how to fold my dollar bills properly I'm going to need mini hangers. Imagine paying the cashier with a bunch of these little shirts :)

See the step-by-step instructions to fold your own bills at: Mobey Shirt

Damn Gas Prices!

I received this image from an e-mail forward. Very funny and appropriate to reflect the increasing Gas prices. I shouldn't complain much, since I drive a 4-cylinder small SUV and in comparison to other people I don't pay as much for Gas. I'm still bitter about it though, since I now have to limit how much I drive my truck. I like driving, and long drives use to be my weekend relaxation. My piggy bank after I bought gas yesterday...

If Bloggers Had Been Around Throughout History

Cute slide show: If Bloggers Had Been Around Throughout History See what they would have blogged about.

It Figures

I received an e-mail today from my insurance agent. I typically get one of these e-mail about once every three months or so. They are more like helpful tips. If your traveling, blah blah blah.. It's rain season and floods are common blah blah blah. Today I received one that said beware of the flu.

....The first thing to do is try to prevent it. Regular hand-washing is one of the best ways. Small alcohol based disinfectants can be a major help, as well.

The second thing is to take proper care of yourself if you do get the flu. Be very cautious about pushing yourself too hard. You need rest and plenty of fluids. You can resume your normal routine as soon as your body recovers.

Oh great! Guess what buddy - It's day five of this God forsaken crappy flu I am trying to get rid off. Thanks for reminding me.

Searching For My Muse

I found my inspiration again and I am glad that it's back. I lost my eye for photography for quite a long while. Right now I feel that it's back. I've been forcing myself to see through the lens and find inspiration. That didn't help. I feel now that it's back,even though I haven't snapped a single picture yet. It came back while looking at my screen saver that shows a collection of my old pictures. All the pictures in my photo folder, pictures from my travels and seasons in Chicago are shown. My memories have brought my inspiration back, and today I say welcome back friend.

El Dolor Del Engaño

Volver amar es una imposibilidad que nunca llegara.
Tuve esa oportunidad y la deje escapar.

Mi corazon quedo destrozado al mirar la puerta cerrar.
Te engañe, lo se y me arrepiento cada dia de mi ser.

Este dolor me consume y siento no poder respirar.
Te pido que tu perdon me salve de esta depression.

Meetro.com

I usually don't plug many things on here, but I signed up to a new instant messaging service today and I am really digging it. I found it through an article that stated interested from Google in this chicago based company. I won't post the details in order to give you the important aspect of the software application. The big plus on this new app is that it's a LOCAL messaging service, where you can easily see who is near you and chat away. Since it's relatively new, the software team is online and will soon give you the welcome. Other members are very friendly as weil. Sign up and say hi @: meetro.com

The Fat Theory

That said, I'm freaking BRILLIANT!!

The weekend pic

Weekend Recap

So, I saw two movies this weekend and the thought of it makes me feel like I've wasted time sitting down, staring at unimportant images on a screen. I saw blockbuster movies - not documentaries or educational films, whicah are somewhat 'productive'. Then again, I love movies, they truly entertain me. Why then do I feel guilty? It's not like that's the only thing I did this weekend. I actually had a pretty busy and fun weekend.

I'm still looking for the dress I will wear to my sister's wedding. I want to finally find it and buy it by the end of the week. My sister and I went to a couple different stores and while I didn't find that dress yet, I saw some potential candidates. I did make some purchases though - I bought some tops that were on sale and of course a pair of shoes. Hey they were on sale also! Heheh, that's always a favorite justification for a shopaholic.

After that we went to her future brother in law's new place. They are renting an entire house. It's a very lovely house, they found a great location and a perfect size for their kids with a HUGE yard. We then caught the 'Wedding Crashers' at a late viewing. I will try to post a review, but if you must know, I give it three stars. It was cute and funny. I think women will like it more then men though.

Sunday I took care of Jules for a few hours, while my sister worked. Later we all hopped in the pool. Julian sported his Spider Man floating wet-suit and splashed about. I made head way with some planning for the bachelorette party for my sister. Shhh! I can't tell you the date on that, It will be a surprise for her. Finally I met up with my friend Carson and caught the "Island." I rate that at 2 1/2 starts. It was an action packed film with many special effects but it was too long for my taste.

Those that need to hear the sound of their own voice!

Honesty, I am not one those people that need to hear their own voice! Frankly sometimes my own voice annoys me, it sounds like the voice of a child at times to me. Anyway - I was perusing through the new applications availble for blogs and I came across this nice enhancement. Audioblogging, from audioblogger.com! I think it's only available for blogger subscribers.

I swear I felt like someone read my mind. There are times when I want to purchase a small voice recorder to remember things later. When I was younger the thoughts I wanted to record were song verses that came to me, or simply words that just sounded good together. Now I have no idea what I would want to record but I like the possibility and the option to do so now. I was curious and signed up! The post was instantaneous. As soon as I hung up (You dial in via phone to make your audio entry) I checked the posting and there it was.

Are you curious what I said? You really shouldn't be, it's a lame audio clip. Listen to my first audio post!

I know, I know..I should stick to photography.

Comebacks To "Why Aren't You Married Yet?"

I will have to start using these soon...
From E-mail Forward:
Comebacks To "Why Aren't You Married Yet?"
You haven't asked yet.
I was hoping to do something meaningful with my life.
Because I just love hearing this question.
Just lucky, I guess.
It gives my mother something to live for.
My fiancee is awaiting his/her parole.
I'm still hoping for a shot at Miss/Mr. America.
I'm waiting until I get to be your age.
It didn't seem worth a blood test.
I already have enough laundry to do, thank you.
Because I think it would take all the spontaneity out of dating.
I wouldn't want my parents to drop dead from sheer happiness.
What? And lose all the money I've invested in running personal ads?
I don't want to have to support another person on my paycheck.
Why aren't you thin?
I'm married to my career, although recently we have been considering a trial separation.

Feeling Good Birthday

"It's my birthday, time to party, la la la!" That's right I'ma-gonna go celebrating tonight. I'm feeling hella-good and am ready to paaaah-ty. I just bought mysleft a nice brithday gift I'm so excited. Gwen Stefani and Blackeyed Peas in Concert! Just bought the tickets, my sister and I are set.

Joke Of The Day

From E-mail Forward: The Good Son
An old man lived alone in the country. He wanted to dig his potato garden but it was very hard work as the ground was hard. His only son, Fred, who used to help him, was in prison. The old man wrote a letter to his son and described his predicament.

Dear, Fred, I am feeling pretty bad because it looks like I won't be able to plant my potato garden this year. I'm just getting too old to be digging up a garden plot. If you were here, all my troubles would be over. I know you would dig the plot for me.
Love, Dad.

A few days later he received a letter from his son.

Dear Dad, For heaven's sake, don't dig up that garden! That's where I buried the bodies.
Love, Fred.

At 4 am the next morning, FBI agents and local police arrived and dug up the entire area without finding any bodies. They apologized to the old man and left. That same day the old man received another letter from his son.

Dear Dad, Okay, you can plant the potatoes now. That was the best I could do from here.
Love, Fred.

New Pets

I've been extremely busy and then too tired these days to post anything. This one is a bit out of date.

I would say like two weeks ago my sister called the house while she was out saying "I have a big surprise! Be ready outside and help me with my stuff." I thought -- Well if it's a big surprise I should have my camera ready :) I took Charlie out for a little walk, just as my sister was arriving...

WOOHoo! Two new pets for Jules (my nephew)! Charlie was excited! He sniffed the cage and wanted to e-hem "greet" the new little guys.

Flash Movies: Modern Living / Neurotica series

These are awesome! These collections of short flash interactive films depict great imagination and talent.Modern Living / Neurotica series

Beach Time Fun

Normally I have more fun during spring and autumn seasons. I am not a fan of the Chicago extreme temperatures of winter and summer. This summer however I find myself going out in the sun far more. This weekend my sister, nephew and I hit the beach again. Even though we have an ample swimming pool we both enjoy the beach environment. It's an actual outing and it feels relaxing. Jules LOVES the sand. This time was his first experience being covered all over with it and he was simply giddy.

Running Away Continued...

From previous post Running Away continued...
I reached my feared destination. It was even darker than I remembered. It looked long and wreaked a putrid stench that momentarily paused me in my tracks. I heard a noise behind me that quickly hardened my fear. I quickly gulped it down and held my breath as I decided to enter the alley. I grabbed hold of my bag firmly and made a fast dash. I screamed when I felt a quick brush over my foot a quarter way into the way. I knew what it was, but I instantly looked back to confirm what I knew wasn't my imagination. The rodent just stared back at me. All I could see was it's dark outline and glowing eyes peer through me. It knew I was scared, I felt it and continued to run forward at a faster pace than I ever ran before. I prayed to have that be my only frightful encounter through that damned sewage smelling path.

I reached the end of the alley unscathed! I held my hands to my aching rib sides. I was breathing so heavily, I felt my lungs wanting to jump out of my body in hopes of grasping more air. I turned my focus towards the alley to see or hear my persecutor. The only thing I thought I heard was an eerie wind that spoke to me. I was lucky this time, never come through here again I felt it whisper back at me.

Fourth of July Fireworks

This weekend was full of events that kept me busy taking pictures everywhere. July 4th, the US Independence Day was this Monday. We started the celebration early, as many Americans did as well. For the most part everyone begins firing off their fireworks and high-tech pyrotechnic displays on the third. This year my brother in law and his brother had fun shooting some fireworks of their own, I was lucky enough to watch and take pictures :)


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