So the other day I was driving home from work and was behind someone with a license plate that just said "dyke." All I could think was "How do you go to the DMV and ask for that plate?"
"Would you like to purchase a personalized license plate?"
"Yes, I would."
"And what would you like it to say, m'am?"
"I think I will go for dyke. D-Y-K-E. Yeah, I think that will do."
That would be a little awkward.
Then I am driving to work today and am behind one of those people who apparently think the whole world wants to know anything and everything about their political views and just general likes and dislikes. You know the type. They still have Gore/Lieberman campaign stickers on their cars because instead of sticking bumper stickers ON THE BUMPER they have actually affixed them to the paint on their car. This is a huge pet peeve of mine.
This car in particular had one sticker that said something classy like "If you can read this you are in range," which made me want to ride as close to him as possible in defiance. Then right next to it was a Pro-life/Pro-God sticker. Ironic? I think so.
Monday, July 24, 2006
Wednesday, July 19, 2006
Tuesday, July 18, 2006
I just threw up a little...
According to People.com, Pamela Anderson and Kid Rock will tie the knot in a couple of weeks. "I've raised my kids alone in hope of a miracle," Anderson writes on her website. "Well my miracle came and went. And came back and came back because he knew that I'd wake up one day and realize that I was waiting for nothing. I'm moving on ... I feel like I'm finally free ... I'm in love. I'm happy." I am not sure what she just said, but I am taking bets on the duration of the union.
The one where I fought off Tropical Storm Alberto...
So, in mid-June, Corbin and I went to Destin, FL with my parents. A good time was had by all, but on our first night, as we were basking in bellies full of shrimp and gin, we heard that Tropical Storm Alberto could turn towards us. By Monday morning (3rd day), our beach was covered in water, the no swim signs were up and the sky looked ominous in the distance.
Alas, at the last minute the storm went back east (I think due to my "do not ruin my only beach vacation this year" glare and my toddler-like temper tantrum that was very close to emerging should it rain for more than an hour). The sun came back and we ended up with beautiful weather for the remainder of the week.
15 to 3!?!
I hate to criticize my boys in red, but 15 to 3?! Did any of the actual Cardinals play or did they experiment with letting the bat boys have a couple at bats? Maybe some people from the crowd? 15 to 3 is not acceptable for any major league score.
Monday, July 17, 2006
My closet crush is single again...
According to People.com, Dave Navarro and Carmen Electra have split up. Which means I can now pursue him because, clearly, I am his type. I know he is kind of weird with all of the tattoos/piercings, etc., but he is just a little guy. You kind of just want to toss him over your shoulder and skip home.
Bigger news than potty-mouth president?
Not sure if this is completely accurate, but it seems like the prospect alone should get a higher headline than "Jennifer Aniston: 'Friends' reunion would be fun" or "Oprah to readers: If we were gay, we'd tell you."
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India develops bird flu vaccine
Special Correspondent
NEW DELHI: The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has developed a vaccine against bird flu. This was announced here on Sunday by Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar at the 77th annual general meeting of the ICAR Society.
The vaccine was developed at the High Security Animal Disease Laboratory, Bhopal, the only facility in the country to conduct tests for the H5N1 variant of bird flu. It was entrusted with the task of developing a vaccine by the ICAR after the Avian Influenza outbreak in February. The ICAR provided Rs. 8 crore for the purpose.
ICAR Director General Mangala Rai said this was a big step forward as till date, India was importing the vaccine. "Viral diseases, such as the Avian Influenza, do not recognise boundaries, and the development of the indigenous vaccine will go a long way in tackling bird flu effectively. Since the disease has got recurring possibility, further research would focus on developing another type of vaccine," she said.
Mr. Pawar said the National Agricultural Innovation Project would increase the income of farmers and ensure livelihood security. The project would be launched later this month with World Bank assistance.
"The project envisages targeting the rural poor and disadvantaged groups such as women as beneficiaries of agricultural technology generation and dissemination in consonance with the Government's objectives, as expressed in the National Policy on Agriculture," he said.
On stagnation in wheat production, Mr. Pawar said remedial measures ought to be evolved to improve productivity. "Improving growth of the total factor productivity calls for enhanced investment in research, extension and in creation of necessary infrastructure leading to the efficient use of energy, inputs and other resources."
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India develops bird flu vaccine
Special Correspondent
NEW DELHI: The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has developed a vaccine against bird flu. This was announced here on Sunday by Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar at the 77th annual general meeting of the ICAR Society.
The vaccine was developed at the High Security Animal Disease Laboratory, Bhopal, the only facility in the country to conduct tests for the H5N1 variant of bird flu. It was entrusted with the task of developing a vaccine by the ICAR after the Avian Influenza outbreak in February. The ICAR provided Rs. 8 crore for the purpose.
ICAR Director General Mangala Rai said this was a big step forward as till date, India was importing the vaccine. "Viral diseases, such as the Avian Influenza, do not recognise boundaries, and the development of the indigenous vaccine will go a long way in tackling bird flu effectively. Since the disease has got recurring possibility, further research would focus on developing another type of vaccine," she said.
Mr. Pawar said the National Agricultural Innovation Project would increase the income of farmers and ensure livelihood security. The project would be launched later this month with World Bank assistance.
"The project envisages targeting the rural poor and disadvantaged groups such as women as beneficiaries of agricultural technology generation and dissemination in consonance with the Government's objectives, as expressed in the National Policy on Agriculture," he said.
On stagnation in wheat production, Mr. Pawar said remedial measures ought to be evolved to improve productivity. "Improving growth of the total factor productivity calls for enhanced investment in research, extension and in creation of necessary infrastructure leading to the efficient use of energy, inputs and other resources."
A little perspective, please...
So, a huge deal is being made over the president getting caught using an "expletive" during a conversation with Tony Blair at a photo opp. Now I am certainly not one to defend this man over many of his decisions, but come on. With everything else going on, is this really that big of a deal?
"The president was expressing frustration at the United Nations' stance on the Israeli-Hezbollah conflict in Lebanon. (Watch Bush use the 's' word during a chat with Blair -- 1:31)
Apparently not expecting an open mike to pick up his remarks, Bush told Blair: "See the irony is what they need to do is get Syria to get Hezbollah to stop doing this s___ and it's over.""
Source: CNN.com
"The president was expressing frustration at the United Nations' stance on the Israeli-Hezbollah conflict in Lebanon. (Watch Bush use the 's' word during a chat with Blair -- 1:31)
Apparently not expecting an open mike to pick up his remarks, Bush told Blair: "See the irony is what they need to do is get Syria to get Hezbollah to stop doing this s___ and it's over.""
Source: CNN.com
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