Musings of a Marked Man

If Jesus were born in 2010, would it happen something like this? (Borrowed from my cousin Sandi's FB page.)

Sal Monella tells his version of the story.

My sister-in-law is a Pittsburgher now living in Denver. She sent me this song that any true Stiller fan would understand without need for translation.

Ambitious young laborer looking for daywork. Experienced in building block towers (destruction as well as construction) and inserting oddly shaped objects into appropriate sized openings. Will accept nanas and juicebars in lieu of money. Can be picked up and dropped off at Gymboree.

If Gilbert and Sullivan were alive today they would surely appreciate Barack Obama.

The collective world spirit was uplifted just a bit by the heroic rescue of the 33 Chilean Miners who had been trapped for more than 2 months within the dank bowels of the earth, subsisting on juice and spoonfuls of tuna . Throngs of media personnel, well-wishers and family members greeted each worker with cheers and patriotic anthems as they were hoisted from the darkness. A bit of tension hung in the air however when the 21st mine worker Yonni Barrios stepped from the rescue capsule into the waiting arms of his longtime mistress Susana Valenzuela. His wife of 28 years left the scene sometime earlier upon learning of her husbands infidelity. The somewhat bittersweet reunion ended rather abruptly when Chilean authorities stepped in and placed Ms. Valenzuela under arrest, charging her with sleeping with a miner.

My old high school chum Jim Ashcom posted this on his FB site and I thought it was so moving that I had to repost here. An inspiring young man, and Serbian to boot!

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Well I overindulged as usual! 2 sets of framed pictures framed by a window that is framed by the painted wall and all framed by the white polaroid border. Taken with iPhone at a local restaurant. Used CP Pro camera app then imported into Camera Bag app to apply "Polaroid" effect.

I like this picture because of the double exposure and collage-like effect. It is actually 1 shot taken with my Sony Cybershot set to "auto". It is taken from the sidewalk in front of a confectioner's shop in Niagara on the Lake, Ontario. The buildings and couple are reflections off the storefront window. Several juxtapositions here, I think: inside/outside; stillness of the candied apples/motion of the cars and walkers; old buildings/digital thermometer. This photo will always bring back fond memories of a relaxing weekend spent in this little town.

Obama To Make Reassuring Eye Contact With Every Last American JUNE 9, 2010 | ISSUE 46•23 Obama's calm, piercing gaze helps a jogger come to terms with the timetable for withdrawal of troops in Iraq. ROCKLAND, ME—In an attempt to convince an anxious populace that his legislative agenda is working and that everything is going to be all right, President Barack Obama embarked on a 50-state, 30,000-town tour Monday during which he plans to gaze assuredly into the eyes of each American citizen, one at a time. "I know a lot of people out there are nervous. They're worried about unemployment, the oil spill in the Gulf, and whether or not I am making the right choices in Washington," Obama said during a rally at Rockland District High School. "To those Americans, I offer you this inspiring, confident gaze." Obama then stepped down from his podium, walked into the 2,000-person audience, and peered comfortingly into each person's eyes. After taking 45 minutes to me

I've had several people tell me they've seen Tracy on a TV commercial. We finally saw it! She did the commercial a couple years ago but evidently they are just bringing the product to market now. ! Now that she is a new mother, she just may have need for a sleep aid

According to the following pattern, should the next letter be placed in the top row or the bottom row? A EF HI BCD G J

Sorry 'bout your nutty weather. Here, I'll share some of ours. I think I'll run out for a pizza too if my wife ever gets done shoveling the drive.

I knew I'd get good advice if I talked to an expert. I've ordered this pair online, not because I plan to ever ride a bicycle again but as you said "they're a real fashion statement."

These schools obviously won't be performing for the Superbowl halftime show.

I've had several people tell me they've seen Tracy on a TV commercial. We finally saw it! She did the commercial a couple years ago but evidently they are just bringing the product to market now. Now that she is a new mother, she just may have need for a sleep aid!