Funny Article

Here is an entertaining article about a guy in Grand Junction carving all sorts of fake artifacts and 'planting' them, just to get people going.

Strange News Story

Woman Stuck in Recycling Can for Two Days

A poor little old lady fell into a recycling can with her legs and hands in the air. She was kept alive thanks to a heater she had in her garage for her dog, and found by a concerned neighbor. Too bizarre.

Who Knew?/Big Day

Did you know that there are artists who sculpt with cigarette butts? That is taking recycling to the extreme! Eeew.

And today is a big day for us. Katie goes to CHOP for a check-up. I am hoping for good progress! I'll keep you updated.

Very interested, as Grandma Heppner would say...

Jeff came home the other day and informed me that he was visited by two men in red, white and plaid suits. The way he described them, it sounded like they got loose from the funny farm. After determining that he was serious, I asked him if they were dressed like that as a joke. He said no. After a little research, here is what we determined. These gentlemen were sales representatives for Scot Forge and apparently as part of their corporate culture, they all don various forms of tartan on a regular basis. Here is a quote from their website:

Wearing of Tartan

In 1977, the company's name was changed from Atlas Forgings to Scot Forge and a Scottish highlander became part of the corporate logo. Not only did the new name reflect then-owner Pete Georgeson's cultural roots, it brought a friendlier, more personal image to mind. Along with the new name came a unique sales promotional tool - the wearing of tartan jackets, ties, kilts, etc. by the personnel. Today, Scot Forge people are easily spotted in a crowd with their bright plaids and it has brought a unifying effect and a certain pride to the employee-owners to be recognized as a member of the "Scot Forge Clan".

Here are a few pictures of these lads and lassies in their work uniforms. All I have so say is I am glad that Jeff does not have a work uniform like this.

Seriously!?

Reading this article will cause you to shake your head, roll your eyes, and wonder what the world is coming to. In a nutshell, some whack-job is demanding his kidney back as part of a divorce settlement. Apparently, after two failed transplants, he donated his own kidney to save his ailing wife. Now that they are heading their own ways, he wants his kidney back, or $1.5 million bucks, which is what he believes his kidney to be worth.

Very Useful Information

I just came to check the email and Jeff had this page open: How to Cook Food in a Hotel Room. Now I am not really sure what possessed him to look this up. He doesn't ever cook at home. Why would he decide to cook in a hotel room? Whatever the reason, it is well worth perusing just for the funny factor. Ironing bacon? Cooking chicken and steaming veggies in a coffee maker? I am sure hotels would love that. At least at the end they do remind you that the iron can be a fire hazard, and to never let children cook alone. Yes, we must always supervise our children when allowing them to iron bacon.

I Might Become a Polygamist/Bring On The Jello

I have been reading a lot about polygamy lately. It is interesting, and there are a few new books out about it. I figured since I found an interesting subject matter, I might as well read up on it. I ended up reading at least a half dozen books. Jeff thinks I am going to want to be a polygamist. Ha! I told him one husband was enough, thank you very much. :) And while I am on the subject, I must admit that I have been a visitor to a certain little website called Mormon Chic. Before you get your Jesus jammies in a bunch, allow me to explain! I was searching for instructions to make a pillowcase when I found this website. It has tons of crafty ideas, recipes and stuff, all organized very well. It also happens to have ideas for Family Home Evening and wedding gown styles to cover your temple garments. I was checking for something on there today when I saw an article entitled, 'The Versatility of Jello.' The whole article is full of recipes for various and sundry mysterious gelatinized conglomerations of ground up horse hooves, fruit, shredded carrots and marshmallows. Yummy. For a moment, I forgot that it was 2008 and I flashed back to the days of the good old fashioned church potluck, where it was time for the church ladies to shine. Everyone brings there famous dishes, including, unfortunately, dishes containing Jello. Maybe becoming a polygamist wouldn't be that bad afterall. I mean, there would be as many famous Jello creations as there would be wives. That'd be enough Jello to keep horses in business for a long time. Hey, everyone needs a little job security, right?

Check this out!

This post is merely to inform you of the strange things you can find on the internet. Check out this site: Wholesome Wear. This is the swim wear endorsed by the very large Duggar family (the ones who are gestating their 19th prodigy). I think maybe even an Amish person would feel a tad over dressed in one of these swimsuits. And check out the price tag!!! Ridiculous!!!!!!!!!!! Also, I am wondering with the extra weight/fabric, does this pose a drowning hazard?

Jesus Jammies

Brace yourselves: There is an actual website called http://www.mormon-underwear.com/

And its run by Mormons. Talking all about their undies. For those of you who don't know much about Mormons, they wear special undergarments all the time, called by us 'gentiles' as 'Jesus jammies.' Click on the link to become more informed about this interesting subject. Google Image the phrase 'Temple Garments' to see a picture of these saucy skivvies. And now you know.