Out of Control

There seem to be very few things that we are able to control in our life.

At home, things are prone to breaking and finding other ways of demanding our attention. Things at work go in directions that we may or may not like, often without the benefit of our input. When we drive ourselves around town, other people drive in ways they should not. Political races often turn out a victory for the other candidate, the other party, the other cause.

Our world is out of control. At least out of your control.

I stole this, and I'll give my source credit -

There is so little in this life that we can actually control. But, one thing you can control is your level of fitness.

Taking care of the bodies we were given will help you feel better, look better, think clearer, work harder, have a better attitude. Why not take care of yourself?

And here is who I stole this idea from: Andy McDermott.
Find him at: about.me/Andymcd23 

June 6, 1944: Images

 

Acceptable Level of Loudness

Did you happen to catch a movie over the long weekend? The Los Angeles Times reports record ticket sales of 316 million this weekend, so maybe you did.

If you did, I am sure you got the warning to turn off your cell phones and shut your mouth during the movie. One chain let's you know that you should "Leave the talking.." to those on the screen.

As a bit of a historic twist, you should know that it used to be socially acceptable to talk all through a silent movie. For some reason, no-one seemed to have a problem with your conversations and comments while everyone was listening to the theater's organ and trying to read the intermittent subtitles on the big screen. You could just fire away.

Here's to hoping you didn't have to sit by someone with those retro ideas on your outing this weekend.

Speaking of old movies, the local Fox Theater is playing one of our family favorites next weekend.
The Thin Man.
Not silent, but still quite old. Anyone wanna go?

Warrior

Warrior.

In our culture, it is popular to toss around that term. Fitness gyms talk about "warrior" fitness. Businesses talk about applying the "warrior" mindset to business. Sporting teams take on the mascot name "Warriors". a shoe company sells Warrior Footwear.  You can buy Warrior Instruments to play your music, and you can find that title in many other places.

Not too long ago, I even participated in the Warrior Dash, fun mobile frat party mud run race. Fortunately, the only thing trying to do me in was the hot sun and I was not compelled to attack enemy combatants.

But today, we should not toss that term around quite so lightly. Memorial Day is a day when we remember those that answered the call to sacrifice on our behalf. Especially those that gave their lives for the freedoms that we enjoy.

A willingness to fight, to die and even to skillfully kill on our behalf defines a warrior. Today is a day for remembering those that died practicing the skills and attitude of a warrior.

Here is a brief video someone made that gives us a chance to remember:

You probably missed this

Yet another reason why it is difficult for me to stay incognito:

I am in the part that is about 2 and 1/2 minutes in. Enjoy!




Senator Marco Rubio outlines the future of Immigration Reform

Some Really Good Advice

I am not going to say who I heard this advice from, in case you owe him any money, but wisdom like this truly does deserve recognition.

Is there anyone you know that you really don't like to be around, but doesn't seem to go away? You know the type. That guy (or gal), that you really don't want to be around, but they keep showing their face a d seem to go out of their way just to bug you.

Without being a big old jerk, how do you arrange it so you don't have to be constantly looking over your shoulder to try and a avoid them and you no longer have to miss out on going to all your favorite haunts because they might be there?

Just loan them money. Make sure it is a small enough amount that you can live without it, but size able enough  that they won't be able to easily repay it. Then, let it be known that you expect them to pay you back the next time you see them.

If you do this, you won't have to be on the look out for them and they will go out of their way to avoid you.

Now think about this: Who has recently loaned you money?

Baconfest!

I already have some plans today, involving friends and the mountain. But if you don't, and you see this in time, and you are not a vegan, and you happen to like bacon, and you are in the local area.....

The first BACONFEST that I have ever heard of is being held at the Reid Park Band shell today.

Yes, at $30 bucks a head, it is a little pricey. But if you have priced quality bacon lately, maybe it wont seem like so much. And, you get to eat and celebrate bacon!

Here are the details. I think I will see if I can cook up some bacon for brunch!

BACONFEST!