Slinky

SLINKY

Happy Birthday, Julia Christie

One of my favorite toys was a Slinky. One Christmas my aunt bought my cousins and me a Slinky. It was amazing how we could make it walk down a ramp or stairs. One day we decided to have a race with our Slinkys, but that proved to be a diseaster......................all 4 Slinkys tangled up going down the stairs and were runined, no matter how hard we tried to untangle them.


What a great toy it was. No batteries or computer controls were needed to have fun with it. How much simplier times (and toys) were then. How so much uncomplicated times were then. Guess it didn't take much to amuse us as children and we actually survived!!!


Answer to last trivia question: What did Whoopi Goldberg do for a living before becoming an actress? She was a mortuary cosmetologist and a bricklayer.
Today's trivia question: Who was the fictional spokesperson created by General Mills in the early 1920s to answer letters from consumers.
Thought for the Day: Know how to prevent sagging? Just eat till the wrinkles fill out.

About Getting Older

ABOUT GETTING OLDER

Happy Birthday, Andy Garcia

I've sure gotten old! I've had two bypass surgeries, a hip replacement,new knees, fought prostate cancer and diabetes I'm half blind, can't hear anything quieter than a jet engine, take 40 different medications that make me dizzy, winded, and subject to blackouts. Have bouts with dementia. Have poor circulation; hardly feel my hands and feet anymore. Can't remember if I'm 85 or 92. Have lost all my friends. But, thank God, I still have my driver's license.


Reporters interviewing a 104-year-old woman: 'And what do you think is the best thing about being 104?' the reporter asked. She simply replied, 'No peer pressure.'


Morris, an 82-year-old man, went to the doctor to get a physical.
A few days later the doctor saw Morris walking down the street with a gorgeous young lady on his arm.
A couple of days later, the doctor spoke to Morris and said, "You're really doing great, aren't you?"
Morris replied, "Just doing what you said, Doctor, 'Get a hot mamma and be cheerful.'"
The doctor said, "I didn't say that. I said you got a heart mummer and be careful."


Answer to last trivia question: Kool-Aid originally came in seven flavors…what were they? Cherry, Strawberry, Raspberry, Grape, Orange, Lemon-Lime and Root Beer.
Today's trivia question: What did Whoopi Goldberg do for a living before becoming an actress?
Thought for the Day: Never be afraid to try something new. Remember, amateurs built the ark. Professionals built the Titanic.

Tribute to Charlton Heston

TRIBUTE TO CHARLTON HESTON

Happy Birthday, Julian Lennon

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDodY6FQNFs

I was saddened to hear of Charlton Heston's passing last Saturday (4/5/2008). It seems as if one of the old great stars passes, there is no one to fill the gap they have left. It feels as if part of ourselves have gone on as these people were part of our childhood and childhood memories.

His movie trivia: 10 Commandments: his son , Frasier, played baby Moses
Ben Hur: Except for two of the most spectacular stunts, no stuntman was used in the chariot scene

Answer to last trivia question: Joan Crawford had her back teeth removed for what reason? So her cheekbones would appear higher and more profound.
Today's trivia question: Kool-Aid originally came in seven flavors…what were they?
Thought for the Day: Change is inevitable, except from a vending machine.

It's Time to Use a Little Precaution-part 2

IT'S TIME TO USE A LITTLE CAUTION-PART 2

Happy Birthday, Jackie Chan

Yesterday I listed 5 points on how to keep yourself safe from muggers, car jackers and rapists. I will conclude this topic with listing the final 5 points.


6. TIPS FOR GETTING INTO YOUR CAR IN A PARKING LOT OR RAMP.
A.) Be aware: look around you, look into your car, at the passenger side floor ,
and in the back seat
B.) If you are parked next to a big van, enter your car from the passenger door.
Most serial killers attack their victims by pulling them into their vans while the women are attempting to get into their cars.
C.) Look at the car parked on the driver's side of your vehicle, and the passenger side..
If a male is sitting alone in the seat nearest your car, you may want to walk back into the mall, or work, and get a guard/policeman to walk you back out.
7. ALWAYS take the elevator instead of the stairs when leaving a building alone.
8. If the predator has a gun and you are not under his control, ALWAYS RUN!
The predator will only hit you (a running target) 4 in 100 times; And even then,
it most likely WILL NOT be a vital organ RUN, Preferably in a zig -zag pattern!
9. As women, we are always trying to be sympathetic: STOP. It may get you raped, or killed. Ted Bundy, the serial killer, was a good-looking, well educated man,who ALWAYS played on the sympathies of unsuspecting women. He walked with a cane, or a limp, and often asked "for help" into his vehicle or with his vehicle, which is when he abducted his next victim.
10. The Crying Baby theory was mentioned on America 's Most Wanted. Someone just told me that her friend heard a crying baby on her porch the night before last, and she called the police because it was late and she thought it was weird. The police told her "Whatever you do, DO NOT open the door." The lady then said that it sounded like the baby had crawled near a window, and she was worried that it would crawl to the street and get run over. The policeman said, "We already have a unit on the way, whatever you do, DO NOT open the door." He told her that they think a serial killer has a baby's cry recorded and uses it to coax women out of their homes thinking that someone dropped off a baby He said they have not verified it, but have had several calls by women saying that they hear baby's cries outside their doors when they're home alone at night.



Answer to last trivia question: What is a claque? A group of people hired to applaud an act or performer.
Today's trivia question: Joan Crawford had her back teeth removed for what reason?
Thought for the day: As I mature I've learned that you cannot make someone love you. All you can do is stalk them and hope they panic and give in.

It's Time to Use a Little Precaution

IT'S TIME TO USE A LITTLE PRECAUTION

Happy Birthday, Lowell Thomas

While there is never a time to be foolish about our own safety, being a senior requires more caution than when we were younger. Not that an attack could or would not happen in our younger years, it is just that as we age, our reflexes are not that acute. Often seem as "helpless old woman or helpless old men", we are a target for the purse snatchers, muggers, and even rapists. The following was sent to me in email and I feel I must pass it on. There are 10 safety tips in all, but I will only quote 5 for today and then the remainder tomorrow.

Please read carefully and remember what you have read....it might save your life.


1. The elbow is the strongest point on your body. If you are close enough to use it, do!
2. If a robber asks for your wallet and/or purse, DO NOT HAND IT TO HIM. Toss it away from you....chances are that he is more interested in your wallet and/or purse than you, and he will go for the wallet/purse. RUN LIKE MAD IN THE OTHER DIRECTION!
3. If you are ever thrown into the trunk of a car, kick out the back tail lights and stick your arm out the hole and start waving like crazy. The driver won't see you, but everybody else will.
4. Women have a tendency to get into their cars after shopping, eating, working,
etc., and just sit (doing their checkbook, or making a list, etc.) DON'T DO THIS! The predator will be watching you, and this is the perfect opportunity for him to get in on the passenger side, put a gun to your head, and tell you where to go. AS SOON AS YOU GET INTO YOUR CAR , LOCK THE DOORS AND LEAVE.
5. If someone is in the car with a gun to your head, DO NOT DRIVE OFF, repeat: DO NOT DRIVE OFF! Instead gun the engine and speed into anything, wrecking the car.
Your Air Bag will save you. If the person is in the back seat they will get the worst of it .
As soon as the car crashes bail out and run.


Answer to the last trivia question: According to company statements, the Baby Ruth candy bar was named for who? The daughter of President Grover Cleveland, who was born while he was living in the White House. It was not named for Babe Ruth.
Today's trivia question: What is a claque?
Thought for the day: How come pizza gets to your house faster than the police?

Mammograms

MAMMOGRAMS

Happy Birthday, Robert Downey, Jr.

10 years ago I went in for a yearly mammogram, only to be told I had breast cancer. But the good news was that it was just the size of a head of a pin and it was detected early. I had a mastectomy and as per my mammogram and annual checkup today, I am still cancer free----10 years now.

I can't begin to stress the importance of a yearly mammogram and breast check up. There is no excuse for not getting one...........if you can't afford one, they are free clinics that provide mammograms free of charge.

Now I do NOT want to hear that is is too painful and that is the reason you are not going. Trust me it is no longer painful...they now use a digital mammogram machine (that still compresses the breast, but without the pain) and there is actually no pain or even discomfort associated with getting a mammogram. Most offices are like my doctor's.........very relaxed atmosphere........the use of a cape instead of an embarassing gown that keeps slipping off, the changing room is cozy with curtains and a easy chair and a little table complete with a table cloth and magazines, and the examing rooms are more like a bedroom than a cold clinical room.

So YOU do the math..........a relatively pain free test or the alternative......an excruciating and painful death by breast cancer. Go for your annual mammogram and if you are a guy reading this blog, encourage your girlfriend, your mother, your sister, your wife to get a mammogram...it might just save her life like it did mine.

Answer to yesterday's trivia question: Who were the original sponsors of the Lone Ranger Show? General Mills and Tootsie Rolls (they alternated weekly)
Today's trivia question: According to 2 company statements the Babe Ruth candy bar was named for who?
Thought for the Day: I used to have a handle on life, but it broke.

The Next American Idol???

THE NEXT AMERICAN IDOL OR MOM'S PRANK??????

Happy Birthday, Dana Carvey

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGTfZby2yKY

This video is a little on the sadistic side, but very humorous. Of course who among us has not been tempted to even followed through with an urge to do the same?

Answer to yesterday's trivia question: What was LaVerne DeFazo's favorite drink the the TV series, "Happy Days"? Pepsi and milk

Today's trivia question: Who were the original sponsors of The Lone Ranger?

Thought for the Day: I tried sniffing Coke once, but the ice cubes froze the end of my nose

3 Bears with a Twist

3 BEARS WITH A TWIST

Happy Birthday, Debbie Reynolds

Here is the beloved story of the 3 Bears with a slight twist..................now, I for one, think this is how it actually went down!!!

Baby Bear goes downstairs and sits in his small chair at the table; he looks into his small bowl. It is empty. 'Who's been eating my porridge?!!', he squeaks.

Papa Bear arrives at the big table and sits in his big chair. He looks into his big bowl, and it is also empty. 'Who's been eating my porridge?!!,' he roars.

Mama Bear puts her head through the serving hatch from the kitchen andyells, 'For crying out loud, how many times do we have to go through this with you idiots?

It was Momma Bear who got up first, it was Momma Bear who woke everyone in the house, it was Momma Bear who made the coffee, it was Momma Bear who unloaded the dishwasher from last night, and put everything away, it was Momma Bear who went out in the cold early morning air to fetch the newspaper, it was Momma Bear who set the damn table, it was Momma Bear who put the stupid cat out, cleaned the litter box and filled the cat's water and food dish, and now that you've decided to drag your sorry bear-asses downstairs, and grace Momma Bear’s kitchen with your grumpy presence, listen good, cause I am only going to say this one more time, 'I HAVEN'T MADE THE FRIGGING PORRIDGE YET!! I'VE BEEN A BIT BUSY!!

Answer to yesterday's trivia question: In the popular "Peanuts" comic strip, Snoopy was born where? at the Daisy Hill Puppy Farm
Today's trivia question: What was Laverne De Fazio's favorite drink in the TV series Laverne and Shirley?
Thought for the Day: How is it one careless match can start a forest fire, but it takes a whole box to start a campfire?