The Economy Is So Bad That...

I got a pre-declined credit card in the mail.

I ordered a burger at McDonalds and the kid behind the counter asked, "Can you afford fries with that?"

CEOs are now playing miniature golf.

If the bank returns your check marked "Insufficient Funds," you call them and ask if they meant you or them.

Hot Wheels and Matchbox stocks are trading higher than GM.

McDonalds is now selling the quarter ouncer.

Parents in Beverly Hills fired their nannies and learned their children's names.

A truckload of Americans was caught sneaking into Mexico.

Motel Six won't leave the light on anymore.

The Mafia is laying off judges.

ExxonMobil laid off 25 congressmen.

Congress says they are looking into this Bernard Madoff scandal. Oh great! The guy who made $50 billion disappear is being investigated by the people who made $1.5 Trillion disappear.

For Your Amusement

Just a few quick links for sites I've been introduced to. They're good for a little pick-me-up amusement during your day.

You remember those really bad family photos? Top these!

I know y'all must shop at Wal-Mart and have prollie seen a a few of these people there. So here is a collection of Wal-Mart weirdness.

Please keep in mind there may be things on each of these sites that may be offensive-- more than the site content, I mean. Thus, you are forewarned. :)

Hm. At The Very Least, They Are Interesting

These shoes were created by a designer for Chanel (believe it or not). It could be a statement for the 2nd Amendment. But mostly, it's just weird.

But too hilarious not to share with y'all.

The Second Generation Continues The Traditions

Jon and I spent a lot of time when we were kids finding various ways of sliding down the stairs. K found a new way that I don't think we ever tried.




Unfortunately for her, K got a rug burn sliding down the stairs. I just HAD to take this picture because I couldn't stop laughing when I saw this. She apparently REALLY needed a band-aid for her rug burn. Never mind that, not only did it not help AT ALL, it also barely covered her "wound". Too funny!

PS: You may need to play the video a few times.

The Beauty of Irony

Can you see the irony of this quote?

"My friends, we live in the greatest nation in the history of the world. I hope you'll join with me as we try to change it."

-- Barack Obama

Great Bumper Sticker

Most of you can prollie guess how much I'm NOT looking forward to the upcoming Presidential elections. But the interminable process will be much easier if I can mock it or find some humor, wherever it may be. And we can start here, a bumper sticker, seen in Kentucky:


Monica Lewinsky's Ex-boyfriend's Wife For President

Sweeeeeeeet.

Coolest Mom Ever

I found this story and just had to share it. If only more parents would be like this! Maybe someday the kid will thank his mom.

Mom Sells Rule-Breaking Son's Car

DES MOINES, Iowa — JH has dubbed herself the "meanest mom on the planet." After finding alcohol in her son's car, she decided to sell the car and share her 19-year-old's misdeed with everyone by placing an ad in the local newspaper.

The ad reads: "OLDS 1999 Intrigue. Totally uncool parents who obviously don't love teenage son, selling his car. Only driven for three weeks before snoopy mom who needs to get a life found booze under front seat. $3,700/offer. Call meanest mom on the planet."

JH has heard from people besides interested buyers since recently placing the ad in the paper. The 48-year-old from Fort Dodge says she has fielded more than 70 telephone calls from emergency room technicians, nurses, school counselors and even a Georgia man who wanted to congratulate her.

"The ad cost a fortune, but you know what? I'm telling people what happened here," JH says. "I'm not just gonna put the car for resale when there's nothing wrong with it, except the driver made a dumb decision. It's overwhelming the number of calls I've gotten from people saying 'Thank you, it's nice to see a responsible parent.' So far there are no calls from anyone saying, 'You're really strict. You're real overboard, lady.'"

The only critic is her son, who JH says is "very, very unhappy" with the ad and claims the alcohol was left by a passenger. Hambleton believes her son but has decided mercy isn't the best policy in this case. She says she set two rules when she bought the car at Thanksgiving: No booze, and always keep it locked.

The car has been sold, but JH says she will continue the ad for another week just for the feedback.

Go! Go Now!

You must go here!!! It's officially the most bizarre wedding cake I have ever seen. What do you think?

What A Way To Start The New Year!

So, I thought this up some time ago, but wanted to wait until the perfect opportunity to post it. A fresh new year struck me as the perfect opportunity! So, now I invite you to vote, to put your two cents on....

*drum roll, please*

Which of these are the most heinous shoes EVER?! My contributions are below, however, if you find a shoe that you consider more heinous than any other shoe in the history of mankind, please post the link in the comments section.

**Disclaimer, if you own any or all of these shoes, PLEASE do not be offended. This is my personal opinion, which of course doesn't matter in the grand scheme of life. Wear your favorite shoes with enthusiasm!

Option A: Yes, I know they were once considered "cool" and they do have their place. But you know, the sport sandal has evolved so much that I think the classic Teva needs to be retired into the Shoe Hall Of Fame. The new Tevas are cute, so let's agree to let the ugly ones be left in the closet. What do you think.... is this the most heinous shoe of all time?

Option B: Ah, the Croc, the new kid on the block of Heinousness. Yes, I know they are comfortable. Very comfortable. But c'mon people, they are NEON. And PLASTIC! And make your feet look fat. If you want to wear them when you're gardening, I have no objections. But please, LEAVE HOME WITHOUT THEM!

Option C: The Ugg (ugh?) Boot. Worn mostly by celebrities who live in California where it's almost NEVER cold. I know a lot of people like these and maybe they are great. For me, I categorize them as heinous because (a) they are a trend that REALLY needs to die and (b) you can't tell the different between the men's and women's.

Option D: Wow. Are there sufficient words? Honestly, I expect this one to win because, really, how could you NOT vote this to be the most heinous shoes EVER? I shudder just looking at this picture.

Now post your two cents and your vote in the comments section. :)

Great Fun!

Thanks to Friend X for sharing this with me. It's too fun not to share with y'all. Now THIS is real talent! Make sure you watch all the way until the end.

Heinousness For The Men

I stumbled upon this picture and about dropped my laptop. Even for a woman, I would consider this a fairly heinous shoe, but FOR MEN?! An electric blue, open toe slingback? Aaaahhhh! I canNOT imagine a (real) man wearing these shoes!
The famous Manolo Blahnik designed these and his shoes typically cost hundreds of dollars. If you're a guy, would you wear these shoes? Or, if you're female, would you want your man to buy a pair of these?

Not Heinous Per Se, But Definitely Weird Shoes Of The Week

Now, c'mon, do you think any words are really necessary? I think a few good belly laughs will do. :)

I Want This Shirt

Not surprisingly, there are quite a few people out and about who share my passionate dislike for those heinous shoes called Crocs. (Remember, if you wear these shoes, please don't take this personally. I understand that many, many people are fans of Crocs. It's just a personal opinion.)

Anyhoo, there's actually a site calle I Hate Crocs! They have these cool shirts and this is my favorite:


If you can't read it, it says "Friends don't let friends wear Crocs." Love it!

More Silliness

You are Slingback Sandals

Classy and sophisticated, you dress to the nines wherever you go. Even if it's in your couture sweats!

What Kind of Sandal Are You?

I'm sorry if these are annoying, but I just find them to be so hilarious. I mean, seriously, who thinks up these things? They're so bizarrely hysterical.

I'd like to think I'm classy and sophisticated, but I definitely don't dress to the nines wherever I go. I don't own anything couture, especially not sweats. I do like those shoes, though. :)

Funny Quote of the Day

I have a suggestion that I think would help fight serious crime. Signs. There are lots of signs for minor infractions: No Smoking, Stay Off the Grass, Keep Out, and they seem to work fairly well. I think we should also have signs for major crimes: Murder Strictly Prohibited, NO Raping People, Thank You for Not Kidnapping Anyone. It's certainly worth a try. I'm convinced Watergate would never have happened if there had just been a sign in the Oval Office that said, Malfeasance of Office Is Strictly Against the Law, or Thank You for Not Undermining the Constitution.

- George Carlin -

Oh.My.Word.

Honestly, I don't think these three pictures need much explanation. I canNOT believe a bride would agree to do this.

You Knew This Was Coming

Hilarious!