Rants and Raves

We're all well aware of the ugliness of racism, ageism, sexism and homophobia, but did you know that so-called 'gingers' - people with red, orange, or strawberry blond hair, are victims of 'gingerism' and being targeted by bullies for something so benign as their hair colour? Likely all of us have heard the jokes at one time or another, it's the one 'ism' that seems to be widely accepted as okay to indulge in, as if those with flame-tinted hair are somehow intrinsically different and therefore deficient and deserving of ridicule. But lately things have taken a more grievous turn: Facebook groups initiated and ... Read Full Story

Here's a law every state should have on its books: Anyone convicted of murdering his or her spouse should not be allow to marry again. What's the difference between pro wrestling and a three-ring circus? Answer: Two rings! I'm constantly finding new ways to accidentally inflict physical pain on myself. Whenever someone tells me something like, ".....that's the way it is in my book", I respond by saying, "I haven't read your book, I'm waiting for the movie!" People who are violently aggressive and intimidating are the lowest of the low. Thieves are a close second. Never type out anything when you can easily ... Read Full Story

I took the day off today. I needed a mental health day. Plus, I still felt like crap this morning from drinking too much on Saturday. It's gotten about 7 degrees warmer in the last few days, which may not sound like a lot, but it's a huge difference to me. The coolness of Spring doesn't last long here in the Sunshine State. I've been cooped up indoors for the last 48 hours, recovering from my over-indulgence this weekend -- so I decided to go to Plantation Heritage Park , not far from my apartment. I took the photos above with my iPhone. I've ... Read Full Story

The yearly massive festival produced by Insomniac will be held for 2 days! As oppose to last year’s event which only took place for one day. This exclusive event will feature 5 stages, more than 150 artists and performers including Benny Benassi, Shiny Toy Guns, DJ AM, Andy C, Friction, David Guetta, Daddy Earl, Infected Mushroom, Crystal Method, Cosmic Gate, the Captain, DJ Hype, Mystical Influence & many more! along with a full size carnival with thrilling rides and activities! Be sure to be there or else you’ll be missing out on this crazy event! Here’s the breakdown! When? Friday, June 26th 2009 & ... Read Full Story

E ye sometimes see lots of little things that get under my skin… Not enough to make up a full blog—but rather just enough bits and pieces to aggravate me… So, let’s get to the rants…. MIGHT AS WELL JUMP….. We’ve seen what happened to the original concept of the Wall Street bailout… The people who convinced us it was needed immediately to save the banks suddenly reversed course.. In the meantime, everybody whose ever wanted a government handout from the auto industry to cities like Phoenix, Atlanta and Philadelphia have put their hand out demanding a piece of the action… The latest whiner— ... Read Full Story