Nothing says Christmas like turquoise owls, right?
I normally love Caribou’s Christmas displays and merchandise. But this year I really think they blew it. Turqoise, red and purple mice, rabbits and owls? They went for this “nature” themed stuff, which could be cute if done right. But these? I can’t think of the name of this style of comic art. Maybe someone [...]
Early Christmas present?!
We had a rude surprise as we were heading out to meet family this morning for breakfast in Columbus. Once again, someone’s broken out the van’s window. Doggone it, WHY do people have to do this stuff? This is the sixth or seventh time it’s happened in the last few years. Nothing’s stolen, and if [...]
Spammers claiming to be mods posting to Yahoo groups
This would amuse the heck out of me if I didn’t know people were being duped by these messages. The latest in the Yahoo Groups spam takes the form of posts claiming to be from the group moderator and advising people to check out the website in question. Here’s the latest example: There really is [...]
Texting while driving is deadly
I could quote statistics, but this PSA and the accompanying interview is far more effective. Have I texted while driving? Of course I have. Even after my accident, caused by a distracted driver who looked up just in time to slam into my stopped car, I have done so. But this video is reminder enough [...]
My worst car buying experience – please vote!
I just entered this story at Carsala’s contest for the worst car buying experience. If you enjoy it, please vote for it at Carsala’s site! Remember Chevy Citations? *Sigh* When I was in my late teens in the late 80′s, I entered a drawing at a local car dealership. Lo and behold, I received a [...]
Keep the government out of YOUR health care
If you’re concerned about the federal government administering your health care, make your voice heard! What follows is an update about the petition and the issue, sent by Jeanette Nordstrom of the National Center for Policy Analysis ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Friends – Thanks to your willingness to support the “Free Our Health Care NOW!” petition where over [...]
No flushy! Nooo flushy!
This sign was posted above the toilet paper dispenser in a bathroom at a medical specialty group’s office. This is a well-heeled group practice in a wealthy suburb of Columbus. I can understand the need to inform women not to flush paper towels or sanitary pads down the toilet. After all, some women just don’t [...]
