Turkey Or Prime Rib For Christmas?

How about this instead... It serves 125, takes eight hours to cook and is stuffed with 12 different birds ... now that really IS a Christmas dinner!

15 Weird Gadgets

A Look Into My Sorted Past

It is time to finally admit my role in the 1994 knee clubbing of Nancy Kerrigan. If you can remember back to January 1994, Tonya Harding and Nancy Kerrigan were both vying for a spot on the U.S. Olympic figure skating team. A man named Shawn Eckardt was at that time employed as Tonya Harding's body guard. It turned out that Harding's husband Jeff Gillooly and Eckardt plotted together to have Nancy Kerrigan, Harding's competition, shall we say, disabled.

Now, I know you are wondering what all of this could possibly have to do with me?

During the above mentioned time frame, one of my job functions was working behind a counter sending MoneyGram's for Western Union. Well, Mr. Eckardt showed up at my counter one night, and sure enough, I sent the money to the hit man who whacked Kerrigan. $2000 dollars in case you have always wondered what a good knee whacking costs.

I was actually questioned by the police and met Eckardt, who with his lawyer tried to Jedi Mind Trick me into thinking I had not actually seen him. I assured them that I had.

Now, why today of all days to air this sorted and most certainly dirty laundry?

Because Brian Sean Griffith passed away today. Yup, he changed his name and no, I had nothing to do with it. Click on the title of this blog entry to read the article.

I feel much better coming clean and hope you don't think less of me knowing my connection to such a heinous crime.

Wow!

Are You Bored?

Rag doll physics at it's strangest!

Right Brain VS Left Brain Creativity Test

The Brain Type Test is based on the various characteristics associated specifically with each hemisphere of the brain. This test produces results unique to each individual's own left and right hemispheres. Many of the methods used here were pioneered by Dr. Roger Sperry's research on brain lateralization, for which he won a Nobel Prize in 1981.

The test examines the categories of linear, sequential, symbolic, logical, verbal, and reality-based, which are associated with the left hemisphere. It also examines the categories of holistic, random, concrete, intuitive, nonverbal, and fantasy-oriented, which are associated with the right hemisphere. There are always exceptions, and while the majority of humans are going to be classified as being left-brained or right-brained, one goal we have as humans is to strive to utilize both halves of the brain when processing information.

Speed is not a factor. Answer the questions as truthfully as you can.

Are You Left-Brained or Right-Brained?

The brain is composed of two hemispheres, known as the left and right hemisphere. While each hemisphere has unique functions, which one side performs and the other does not, both hemispheres possess the ability to analyze sensory data, perform memory functions, learn new information, form thoughts, and make decisions.

The way you use these abilities determines a large part of your personality and behavior. By the time we, as humans, are two years old, one hemisphere begins to dominate your decision-making process. Communication between the two halves is possible due to the corpus callosum and this process continues to improve until the age of 15.

The left hemisphere specializes in analytical thought. It is responsible for dealing with "hard" facts such as abstractions, structure, discipline, rules, time sequences, mathematics, categorizing, logic, rationality, and deductive reasoning. It is also responsible for details, knowledge, definitions, planning, goals, words, productivity, efficiency, science, technology, stability, extraversion, physical activity, and the right side of the body. Left hemisphere ability is the predominant focus in school and society.

The right hemisphere specializes in "softer" aspects than the left hemisphere. The right hemisphere is responsible for intuition, feelings, sensitivity, emotions, daydreaming, visualizing, creativity, color, spatial awareness, and first impressions. It is also responsible for rhythm, spontaneity, impulsiveness, the physical senses, risk-taking, flexibility and variety, learning by experience, relationships, mysticism, play and sports, introversion, humor, motor skills, and the left side of the body (the old belief that left-handed people are more creative does hold some scientific credence). The right hemisphere also has a holistic method of perception that is able to recognize patterns and similarities and combines those elements into new forms.

The Brain Type Test will determine which half is your dominant half, and to what degree. The test consists of 54 questions and may be completed in about 10 minutes. After completing the test, you will be given your free left and right brain score. You will also be given a small detailed paragraph explaining the characteristics that are associated with your dominant side.

Weekend Vegas Getaway

With just 4 shows left in her five year tour with Ceasars Palace in Las Vegas, Deb and I wanted to see the show again. Sunday marked the fifth to the last show... well done, we enjoyed it immensely.

Stuff We Saw In Vegas

That's right! Me and a real, live, Las Vegas Showgirl! Another life event to mark off of my list.

(Your list may vary)

Deb and a stretch Hummer Limo.

Now this one stopped me in my tracks! This sign appears to be respecting the health and welfare of those who do not wish to be poisoned by second hand smoke. But NO! It is actually apologizing to the smokers for inconveniencing them. Unfortunately they are not allowed to smoke in this particular hallway.

The worlds largest Hawaiian Shirt! This makes me feel much better about my XL shirt needs.

No it's true. It really is the Worlds Largest Aloha Shirt.

Pool Update

The snow and cold have arrived in Idaho. This has slowed the digging for awhile.

The Pool Makers.

When work resumes there will be a place to go.

Disappearing Car Door?

The original inventors and designers of the exciting Disappearing Car Door technology are now in a position to equip your favorite automobile with our cool, sexy, safe and convenient automatic door or design an original vehicle body incorporating this unique technology.

The State of HD DVD

HD DVD or Blu-ray? Are you waiting to decide which format will "Win?" Don't hold your breath.

Let The Digging Begin!

The pool goes here.

Dramatic equipment shot.

Phase one consists of using a laser to determine the grade, capping the existing sprinkler lines, locating the gas, water, and electricity lines, and determining the actual location of the pool, so all of the landscaping will fit around it

Day One

The pile of dug up grass on the right will be hauled away, any further soil will be used to build the berms going all the way around the pool and back fill the waterfall wall.

The Plan

Here is the plan for the pool. Missing is the waterfall that will be along the top side of the plan, along the edge of the pool. I'll post the updated plan when we get them next week.

Ground Zero