Fun stuff
Feel good story of the day: dash away, all
OK, so not exactly a story but something that made me laugh, so I think it qualifies. From The Virginian-Pilot: ’Twas right before Christmas, and all through the Capitol. Few politicians were stirring, their consciences unflappable; Head over and read the whole thing. I think it might make you laugh, too
Feel good story of the day: a step back in time
Have to admit slim pickings out there today on feel-good stories. Either that or I’m looking in the wrong places Or maybe the bar is just too high after yesterday’s story. From The Virginian-Pilot: Christmas these days involves lots of fussy preparations and overspending on overpriced gadgets. But if we went back in time, way … Continue reading
Feel good story of the day: first kiss
From The Virginian-Pilot: It’s a time-honored tradition at Navy homecomings – one lucky sailor is chosen to be first off the ship for the long-awaited kiss with a loved one.
Feel good story of the day: bonuses
In the spirit of the holiday season, I’m going to try to locate and post a link to a story every day that I find that makes me smile. Virginia Beach firm surprises workers with big bonuses Helen Ulmer wasn’t expecting much more than free food and entertainment when she went to her company holiday … Continue reading
Friday fun: what kind of _______ are you?
First up for me and the other liberals: My Liberal Identity You are a Social Justice Crusader, also known as a rights activist. You believe in equality, fairness, and preventing neo-Confederate conservative troglodytes from rolling back fifty years of civil rights gains. Take the quiz at About.com Political Humor And yes, I took the conservative … Continue reading
Christmas music mixes online
A couple of years ago, Waldo Jaquith posted a few places where you can find some Christmas music mixes. I am reposting them here, in hopes of perpetuating them and for people to enjoy the holidays with a mix usually about an hour apiece.
Friday fun pt 2: what should you be when you grow up?
The real question should be will you grow up? You Should Be a Mechanic You are logical, calm, and detail oriented.You’re rational when things are chaotic, and for you, reason always prevails.And while you are guided by logic, you aren’t a slave to it.You’re flexible when it counts. You are always open to being wrong.You … Continue reading
Friday fun: what state should you live in?
Thinking about Cuccinelli being elected governor … You Should Live in Louisiana If you don’t want to live in Louisiana, you might also consider: Wisconsin Alabama California Kentucky Maine Hmm, hadn’t thought about Louisiana. Fortunately, I don’t have to make that decision just yet. What state should you live in?
Way to go ODU!
The first game in NCAA history to pit two teams from the same city against each other occurred in Norfolk Saturday. Norfolk State University and Old Dominion University met at Foreman Field on the campus of ODU. The game was sold out, with 19,818 fans of both teams there to cheer them on. The rest … Continue reading
Friday fun: at least for me :)
So the big game pitting ODU versus NSU is coming up Saturday and it is, of course, sold out. The game will be broadcast on espn3, which means internet streaming to watch. I’m not a fan of sitting in front of my computer. So I started thinking about how to get the game to my … Continue reading
ODU vs NSU in football playoffs
Two Norfolk universities – Old Dominion and Norfolk State – will face off Saturday in a first-round game of the Football Championship Subdivision playoffs. The game will kickoff at 1:30pm at Foreman Field, on the campus of ODU. I wish I could say that the two teams were cross-city rivals but they aren’t. This will … Continue reading
Friday fun: the crayon test
(Oops! I thought I had scheduled this post to go up earlier Oh well, better late than never) Since I’m teaching now, and, well, sometimes the students act like little kids, this crayon test is on point You Are Ready for Good Times and Bad Times You have a knack for predicting the future and … Continue reading
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