May 13, 2008: Get ready to be amazed
I know computers help send us into outer space, keep people alive, and calculate nearly impossible math problems. But now I've learned that computers can do something really awe-inspiring.
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May 12, 2008: Sorry, Burt Bacharach
Today may be your 80th birthday, but I'm still mad at you for something you did back in the early 1970's.
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May 9, 2008: Getting misty on Mother's Day
Mother's Day is a little tough for me..since my mom's not around any more. I'd love to take her to brunch or bring her some goofy gift...
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May 6, 2008: First it's the guy who invented acid
...now the creator of Sherman and Peabody goes to a place more colorful than we can imagine. So that leaves me to ponder, who's next?
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May 5, 2008: I almost miss getting calls from telemarketers
I'm on the state's no-call list for telemarketers, so I really don't get too many of those pesky, unwanted calls. That's why I was pretty surprised when I started getting some annoying messages on my answering machine..
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May 1, 2008: Munchkinland: town of tiny terror
My favorite movie of all time, The Wizard of Oz is playing starting tomorrow at Westgate. There's nothing like watching it on the big screen! A lot of people were terrified as kids by the Wicked Witch.. but that's part of the fun!
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Apr. 30, 2008: The worst house in Madison?
Every year some tenant group names the "worst house in Madison," to draw attention to the plight of many renters and embarass so-called "slum-lords" to clean up their act. That got me to thinking about some of the places I've lived, and some of the sub-par conditions that I've endured..
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Apr. 28, 2008: Hi Ho the Dairy O, a new reality low
So have you seen the previews for this new reality show, "The Farmer Wants a Wife"? No doubt it inspired you to make a few mocking comments, as it did for me.
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Apr. 25, 2008: Favre reveals future plans
Was Brett Favre just teasing us when he appeared on David Letterman's show last night? Or did he accidentally reveal his true plans? I've got some theories...
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Apr. 24, 2008: Worst Rolling Stone covers ever?
I've subscribed to Rolling Stone Magazine off and on for more than two decades--and while they've had some classic covers over the years--sometimes they seem to miss the boat entirely...
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Apr. 23, 2008: Why it doesn't pay to care about politics
Did you hear about the kid who got suspended from school just because he wanted to meet Barack Obama?
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Apr. 21, 2008: Earth Day flashback
Apparently some of you are a bit worried about me due to my recent posting advising you to "save the earth." I assure you I'm okay, and I'm certain today's entry will be more up your alley.
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Apr. 17, 2008: The best Earth Day song ever?
It's almost Earth Day, and that means a certain song from a movie pops into my head. It just may be the best song about environmental awareness ever...
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Apr. 15, 2008: Retro beverages
Yesterday I was reflecting on Razzles and Smarties..today let's think back to all those sugary soft drinks we used to guzzle..
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Apr. 14, 2008: Sweet memories
I ate so much candy as a kid I practically go into diabetic shock just thinking about it! I got to reminiscing about the candy counter of my youth after I saw Smarties for sale at a store the other day...
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Apr.10, 2008: Alex Trebek--a friend of the family?
WIth Jeopardy in Madison this week for the College Tournament, it got me to thinking about the time my dad met Alex Trebek. No, he wasn't a contestant...
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Apr. 9, 2008 So Bob Dylan wins a Pulitzer
I think it's pretty cool that Bob Dylan has won a Pulitzer prize, because it's the first time the snooty judges have looked past their noses to see something other than jazz or classical music as something worth honoring. But I'm not sure the judgeslooked at everything Dylan's written...
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Apr. 7, 2008: Can convenience foods be TOO convenient?
I'll all in favor of fast, easy food..but there's a new product out now that seems to assume we can do nothing for ourselves...
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Apr. 2, 2008: Hey, I like R.E.M. again!
I got a chance to listen to R.E.M's new album "Accelerate," and it reminds me a lot of their earlier albums, like "Life's Rich Pageant" and "Document..."
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Mar. 31, 2008: How far would you go for a tasty brew?
If you're a fan of micro-brewed beer, I've got another place for you to check out. The next time you're headed up north, make a pit stop in Wausau.
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Mar. 27, 2008: I hate all my sweaters
I'm trying to maintain a positive attitude, but I'm just about ready to lose it. Winter has pushed me to the brink..and I am losing my ability to cope...
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Mar. 25, 2008: Sakes alive! David Starsky is 65!
On the birthday list today: Paul Michael Glaser, the original Starsky on the old TV show, is 65 today. That can only mean one thing...
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Mar. 24, 2008: How much is 100 inches of snow, really?
It's time to put our record-busting 100 inches of snow into perspective...
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Mar. 20, 2008: A new perspective on potholes
I never thought I could look at potholes as anything other than annoying road hazards..until now...
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Mar. 19, 2008: Columbus changes its name to Deppville
Can't make it to Columbus to get a glimpse of Johnny Depp? Get your fix here!
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Mar.18, 2008: A magically delicious hangover?
So yesterday was St. Patrick's Day, and even though it was Monday I thought I'd do my part to stimulate the economy by hitting a pub or two..
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Mar. 17, 2008: May the road rise up to meet you
And may the wind be always at your back! And may you be in heaven an hour before the devil knows your dead...
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Mar. 14, 2008: Signs of Spring
It was getting to the point where I was pretty sure spring would never arrive. But yesterday I took a walk and actually found some evidence that spring is "just around the corner."
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Mar. 13, 2008: May I have this dance, and some pickles and ice cream?
An English choreographer has a unique idea for an upcoming ballet. Mix in some pregnant women with professional dancers...
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Mar. 11, 2008: Are you ready for the foldable car?
I remember when I was in junior high, my friend Kristy did a speech about a bike you could fold up and put in your pocket. While I'm not sure that's been invented yet, I am intrigued by the idea of a foldable car...
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Mar. 10, 2008: Would Alexander Graham Bell have call waiting?
On today's date in 1876, Alexander Graham Bell made the first voice transmission on his new invention--the telephone. It's amazing how far the technology has come since then....
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Mar. 5, 2008: Brett's swan song
Many people have taken the time to pay tribute to Brett Favre today, in many different ways. I've discovered one that may make you tear up a bit...again...
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Mar. 4, 2008: Say it ain't so
When Fox Sports started reporting that Brett Favre was retiring, I thought it was just an example of some one jumping the gun, making stuff up to rile up the Packer fans unnecessarily. It couldn't really be true, could it? I guess I'm still in denial, the first step in the grieving process...
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Mar. 3, 2008: Chillin' out with rock stars
Have you ever met a celebrity and for some reason, you didn't act as cool as you would have liked?
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Feb. 29, 2008: Leapin' Lizards it's Leap Day!
It only happens once every four years--it's Leap Day! I've discovered that there's a whole underground society dedicated to Leapers..
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Feb. 28, 2008: What's on Bruce Springsteen's iPod?
I was doing a little internet surfing today when I came across an article listing some of the songs on the Boss's iPod, and I was a bit surprised at some of the selections..
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Feb. 27, 2008: My date with Johnny Depp
We finally got the word today--Johnny Depp is coming to Wisconsin to make a movie! I think I'm just the person to give him a tour...
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Feb. 26, 2008: Tahiti is closer than you think
If this endless winter is making you consider plans to flee to Tahiti...consider this.
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Feb. 25, 2008: Is your dad better than my dad?
Have you caught the new TV show that airs Monday nights on NBC? It's called "My Dad is Better Than Your Dad," and it pairs up dads..
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Feb. 22, 2008: A break in the weather
I'm so fired up--finally a weekend that doesn't involve any major storm systems!
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Feb. 21, 2008: Today's confession--I watch American Idol
Millions of people watch American Idol. So why is it that I feel a bit embarassed about it?
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Feb. 20, 2008 Move over Atlantic City
Are you a fan of the board game Monopoly? You already probably know they have a bunch of editions for specific cities and themes (Star Wars Monopoly, Wizard of Oz Monopoly), but they're coming out with a new World Edition..
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Feb. 19, 2008: Voting is cool!
I hope your agenda today includes making it to the polls to cast your vote in the presidential primary! Not only will you help the wheels of democracy roll, you'll feel better about yourself, and quite possibly will be slimmer and trimmer!
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Feb. 18, 2008: Presidential Fun Facts
Hey, it's President's Day! You may not get any mail, but I now present to you these Presidential Fun Facts, free of charge!
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Feb. 14, 2008: Valentine's Day Fun Facts
Impress your friends! Amaze your relatives! There's no better way to add to a romantic holiday than sharing insightful information..
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Feb. 13, 2008 A birthday visit from and old friend
If you listened to the show this morning, you either said "who the heck is that guy?" or "hey, isn't that John Urban on the air with Kitty? That guy owes me money!"
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Feb. 12, 2008: How bored are you?
I never get bored at work. But sometimes I don't want to do what I am supposed to be doing, so...
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Feb. 11, 2008: How about those Grammies?
I was really looking forward to Sunday night's Grammy show--not only to see what shape Amy Winehouse was in, but shows in recent years have really featured some fantastic live performances.
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Feb. 8, 2008: Why you should watch the Grammy Awards
You might not be up on the music the kids are listening to these days, but you still should watch the Grammies Sunday night.
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Feb. 7, 2008: It's snowing; let's make a movie
So we got more than a foot of snow yesterday. That is a lot of snow. And in case you don't believe that, there's video on Youtube to prove it.
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Feb. 6, 2008: Don't eat this at bar time
If you're having a great time out on the town, it's important to make wise decisions about what to eat. A gyro? Good choice. A burrito as big as your head? That works too. But there's a guy in England who feels pretty foolish about what he decided to eat....
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Feb. 5, 2008: A new meaning to "vote early and often"
I'm absolutely delighted that people are fired up about the presidential election this time around, but some folks in Milwaukee are a bit over-eager...
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Feb. 4, 2008: Violets are red, roses are blue
Bobby Vinton may have to re-record that old song, thanks to an innovation in the floral world...
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Feb. 1, 2008: Are you pro-Jimmy?
Tomorrow morning, Sun Prairie's most famous rodent will emerge from his residence and tell us whether or not this blasted winter will be ending soon...
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Jan. 31, 2008: Beware the double dippers
Just in time for that so-called Big Game on Sunday, comes word that co-mingling in the dip dish could be hazardous to your health..
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Jan. 30, 2008: So they say 44 is the worst age
I ran across a news story today that says research shows 44 is the worst age of all, at the very bottom of the depression curve in that swampy marsh of mid-life gloom...
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Jan. 29, 2008: A storm is coming--buy bread!
You may have wondered why I sometimes warn you to buy bread when a storm is coming. It's not part of some carb-loading conspiracy...
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Jan. 28, 2008: A sad anniversary
It was 22 years ago today that the space shuttle Challenger exploded. Where were you when you heard the news? Since you already know I'm old, I don't feel too bad telling you I was old enough to be working full time at a radio station in Stevens Point...
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