Worst Jobs In The World

And you thought you had the worst job in the world.  Below are some jobs only the few would ask for, desperate times call for desperate measures - someone has to do it.  

The treacherous, disgusting, tedious and most difficult jobs range from the 8th through the 21st century.

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Video Release Reminder: Judas Premieres on E! Tonight

If you haven't done it yet, do it now.  Set your DVR to record tonight's video premiere of Lady Gaga's, "Judas" on E! at 6:00 PM Central Time.

To Tattoo or Not To Tattoo, That is The Question...

This is actually an old pic that's been circulating for quite some time.  I thought I should post it, because it never hurts to share stupidity and hypocrisy where it exists.  Ah the Christian heart, you gotta love'm.

This gentleman thought he would quote scripture by printing a tattoo on his arm from Leviticus 18:22 where the Lord says, 'you shall not lie with a male as one does with a woman.'  I guess the moron forgot to read the following chapter - in Leviticus 19:28, where the Lord forbids anyone from inking themselves with tattoos.

The New Dallas - Ewing vs. Ewing

I've stated this many times before, and I have no problem doing so. I'm really excited about Dallas returning to Television after more than a decade.  If you're not a Dallas fan, or curious to know more about the new series, check out Ultimate Dallas.com for all the latest updates and news on the new show. The site has an episode guide, interviews with various cast members from the original series, videos, the latest news, and so much more.  I have been a long time fan, and frequently visit the site for all my Dallas info.

Since we're on the subject of Dallas, Ultimate Dallas.com posted a news bulletin this past Sunday answering questions it's readers had asked. I posted a few down below, along with a character synopsis for Christopher and John Ross's side of the family.  For the full question and answer session, you can go here.

Let's begin...

In a nutshell can you outline the plot?  It’s really about the next generation of Ewings. Miss Ellie summed it up very well in season 6 of the original series “Think ahead Sue Ellen, think twenty five or thirty years ahead. I won’t be here then and the fight won’t be between JR and Bobby, it’ll be between John Ross and Christopher”

Bobby still owns Southfork and has a battle on his hands both privately and publicly as he strives to save his late mothers legacy. A battle which will tear the family apart. At the heart of the battle are John Ross and Christopher Ewing, two ambitious young men who both want to be top of their game and take the power and influence that comes with being a Ewing.

Like the beginning of the original series there is an element of  the rich and the poor, with less well off characters mingled  into the lives of the Ewing family.

Which of the original characters will appear? Bobby Ewing (Patrick Duffy), JR Ewing (Larry Hagman) and Sue Ellen Ewing (Linda Gray). Lucy Ewing (Charlene Tilton) and Ray Krebbs (Steve Kanaly) will make a brief appearance for an event at Southfork Ranch.  Appearing in the lead roles are John Ross Ewing (Josh Henderson) and Christopher Ewing (Jesse Metcalfe).

Who is who in the Dallas pilot?

Let’s break this down.

Christopher's Side

ANN RYLAND EWING (played by Brenda Strong) –  Bobby’s lovely new wife.

BOBBY JAMES EWING (played by Patrick Duffy) – Adopted Father of Christopher Ewing and owner of Southfork Ranch.

  

CHRISTOPHER EWING (played by Jesse Metcalfe) – The new acumen and entrepreneurial vigor of the Ewing clan. Smart, attractive, effective, he has the guarded eyes of someone who’s already mixed it up with life.

REBECCA SUTTER (played by Julie Gonzalo) -   Fiancée of Christopher Ewing and about to become the next Mrs Ewing.

 John Ross's Side

   

 JR Ewing (played by Larry Hagman) -  Father of John Ross Ewing.  He spent his life building a legacy for his son to ensure they maintain a power-base in Dallas. It’s time to hand over the reigns.

JOHN ROSS EWING (played by Josh Henderson) – A powerful man, he is charismatic, seductive.  He’s his father’s son.

SUE ELLEN EWING (played by Linda Gray ) - Mother of John Ross Ewing.

The Ramos's

ELENA RAMOS (played by Jordana Brewster) – Daughter of the Ewing cook Carmen and girlfriend of John Ross Ewing. She spent her entire life at Southfork Ranch growing up with both John Ross and Christopher.

CARMEN RAMOS (played by Marlene Forte) – Hispanic mother of Elena Ramos and long time Ewing cook.

Read their previous article on the characters here.

Angry Man Rips Off Head in New Dodge Ad

Omg! Shame on Dodge for sending such a horrific message!  

Poor robot, I can't believe the man just went all Dexter on his ass, and then drives off recklessly through the streets.  What's wrong with this picture?

But.... I did like the futuristic bathroom, kitchen, the clothes changer thingy, bracelet-activated door, and the dog walker :-)

The Trailblazer Campaign Flourishes

The Trailblazer Campaign, established by James Duke Mason continues to thrive as more and more actors contribute to this promising movement.  

If you recall, I blogged about James, and his ingenious idea back on April 19.  He started the Trailblazer Campaign to help gay actors, young or old, come out of their shells and be proud of who they are.  James has been a vocal supporter of the LGBTQ community for quite some time, and shares his experiences in various articles and videos online.  

I'm not sure if there is a website, but I do believe you can can get started here, www.twitter.com/ttcampaign; Also, feel free to take a look at two new contributors (below) to this great crusade!

The first video features up and coming actor, Nicholas Downs from the movie, "Is It Just Me?" and Mike C. Manning from MTV's The Real World, DC in the second.

OMG Hilarious! - Cougar

Where Do You Stand on Regret?

My opinion is that we shouldn't regret things that we did, or do in our lives.  I've always felt that everything happens for a reason and we go through life learning from these things. If I were to regret picking up my first cigarette at 18, or taking my first drink at 22, I wonder where my life would be at this point. It sure wouldn't be where I am now.  If I were to regret ever meeting my previous partner, I would never would have met my beautiful step-daughters.  

This topic always takes me back to The Butterfly Effect. The lead character in the movie changed one thing in his life because he wasn't happy with it, in turn disastrous consequences took place - all due to this one thing being changed.   If we were to change one thing in our lives, how different would our lives be today?  Very!  I would never have met my current partner, Ryan.  

If you think that at this point in your life you're doing something you shouldn't do, then don't do it; But if you did, learn from it and move on.  If you remove one piece of the puzzle it will never be complete - don't remove pieces from your life.

 

"Obama and Seals Team 6 Should Be Tried for International War Crimes"

This is what I had the pleasure of listening to on the way home from work yesterday.  Quotes from Republicans on talk radio who want Obama imprisoned, because we all know a majority of blacks are in jail - at the same time giving credit to George Bush for this victory.  

As always, I try to respect both sides when it comes to a tragedy or a major piece of legislation is accomplished.  And I continue to do this until something crazy comes up, and sure enough the craziness is out again.

 

"It's ironic that Obama is our first black president and now he'll be in Jail as well,"  

"Seal Team 6 and Obama should be tried for war crimes for violations of international law," 

"George Bush accomplished what he was set out to do - this is George Bush's victory," 

"We went in, took an unarmed man down in front of his wife, where is the respect? They didn't even give him a chance, they just shot him in the head, pop, pop, pop," 

"Obama invaded a country without permission; this is a crime."

"He (Obama) is worse than Osama bin Laden ever was," 

What's with the "unarmed" quote?  Are you people really that stupid?  3000 people were unarmed when the planes hit the two towers, and you want us to give Osama bin Laden a chance to run?  Seriously?  And the notion that we should try our military men, is beyond crazy.  Obviously I can't post everything I listened to on the radio, but during the course of one show a man comes on and says  "Obama went in and killed an unarmed man, who's to say he won't go in to Libya and kill Kadahfi?  He (Obama) thinks he can just go in and kill whoever he wants, he can kill Rush Limbaugh, Sean Hannity, Bill O'Reilly, he can kill any of us now"

Seriously people?

I don't know if you recall but in March of 2002, on the 13th to be exact, George Bush offered the following statement, “I don’t know where bin Laden is. I have no idea and really don’t care. It’s not that important. It’s not our priority. I am truly not that concerned about him.”

Yet, as you will see in the videos below, President Obama made a campaign promise to capture this evil man.  He was going to make sure to let the American people know he was out to find Osama bin Laden, and it didn't matter if he was in Pakistan, he would go in and kill the bastard.  At first, he debated his fellow democrats who said it was wrong for him to just go in and kill Osama, and with a scathing response to all of them who voted for the war in Iraq, he gave his answer.  In the second video, he corrected John McCain on the issue of the "invasion" of Pakistan.

Answer me this, did we not want Osama bin Laden killed? Dead? Rotting in Hell?

Why are the Republicans spinning this?  I know, and most of you do too, this would not be an issue had it been any other person but a black man running our country - this is a sure bet.

Movies to Watch: Immortals - First Trailer Released!

It was released last week, and I keep forgetting to blog about it.  The trailer to the movie, Immortals is beyond spectacular!  Definitely more than what I anticipated it would be.  Our new Superman, Henry Cavill is playing Theseus in the movie, and boy does he shine.

If you remember, last month I blogged the actor's pictures and what characters they would be playing, click here to read the synopsis and who else will be in the movie.  The movie is being produced by Tarsem Singh, the same producer who introduced us to the movie, 300.

This movie is going to be a whole lot better than 300, I can tell you that right now.  Check out the trailer below.

Jell-O in High Definitiion Slow-motion Video

You may recall my post, "Wormhole in The Fabric of Time," where professional photographer, Tom Guilmette took his Phantom High Speed Digital Cinema camera, and created a masterpiece.  He was able to capture remarkable images we probably would never see if it were not for his camera.

The video below features another great collection of images taken with a similar high-definition camera, and the visuals are splendid. I'm not sure who the artist is, but credit is definitely deserved.  If any of my readers know, please inform me by leaving me a comment.

Update:
Modernist Cuisine is responsible for this video. The Art and Science of Cooking is how it's website describes it.  They have a book about the revolutionary new way of cooking. You can read more about it, by visiting, modernistcuisine.com.

Obama Befriends Rich Elderly Widow In Hopes She'll Put Nation In Her Will

President Obama denies he's spending hours at billionaire Adelia Scott's bedside as part of a scheme to lower the national debt, but many Americans think otherwise.

OMG Hilarious! - I Won

Currently Legal in Fifteen States, Marijuana Takes On America

Quite fascinating isn't it?  It's been illegal for so long, that some people think allowing it will help us get out of our debt a lot quicker than we think.  While we are talking of Medical marijuana, who's to say allowing on the streets won't help it either?  What are your thoughts?  

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I'm for allowing it for medical purposes only.  Too many cancer patients where I work, suffer from a disease that affects them in more ways than one, and sometimes excruciatingly.  Marijuana helps bring relief at a time when there's nothing else that can be done - doctors and nurses have seen it first hand. 

The chart above is from a groundbreaking study released in March:

The pipe dream has come to pass: Weed is legal. Fifteen states plus the District of Columbia have adopted medical marijuana laws and 20 more states may soon follow suit. And a slew of entrepreneurs may find themselves seriously considering what they never thought would be a legitimate business opportunity.

Not all Markets are Created Equal. Alaska’s weed has been legal for 10 years, but before you open a dispensary in downtown Anchorage, consider this: There’s no state law governing retail marijuana businesses. Compare that to Colorado where you can plunk down $7,500 at the Department of Revenue and apply for a Type 1 MMC license, permitting you to operate a medical marijuana center serving up to 300 patients. Prison or paperwork? You make the call.

The Situation Room: Photos and Video Included

 (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

I cannot, for the life of me, imagine being in a situation where I had to make a decision, and hope things turned out as I planned.  For Jimmy Carter it was the failed hostage mission in Iran, for Ronald Reagan it was the fall of the Soviet Empire and Space Shuttle Challenger Explosion, for George H. Bush, it was the First Gulf War, for Bill Clinton it was Bosnia, Kosovo and Somalia, for George W. Bush it was 9/11, the hanging of Saddam Hussein, and Katrina, and for Barack Obama it was the BP Oil spill, and Osama bin Laden's death in Pakistan just after midnight yesterday.  There are plenty more situations, but these are just a few off the top of my head.

Yesterday, the White House released photos of the situation in Pakistan taking place before them. While the National Security team sat in the Situation Room they listened to audio and video, much like the video (right) of a soldier in Afghanistan with a camera on his helmet.  

I can only imagine what was going through their minds as they saw Osama bin Laden looking straight at them and being shot in the chest and the left eye.  It had to be one of the most dramatic visuals ever captured on camera.  Just looking at Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton (top picture), with a hand over her mouth, makes me think they either saw a possible failed attempt when a helicopter crashed yesterday during the attack, or they saw the actual assassination taking place.  In either case, it had to be truly emotional for all of them.

I commend everyone who took part in this mission, from our brave soldiers on the ground - to our National Security Team - to our Commander in Chief.  They all worked together over the last six months, and managed to come out victorious in the end.  

I have always loved my country, but I love it even more today!

More amazing White House photos here. 

A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words - Issue 2

In honor of her new album being released on May 23rd (Mine and Ryan's 6 year anniversary), Lady Gaga graces the cover of my 2nd issue of A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words.  

Lady Gaga by Skye Shettle

Along with her video, Judas, being released on E! and American Idol this week, her Monster Ball Tour Special at Madison Square Garden airs this Saturday on HBO.

I Quote That - Do Not Pretend

OMG Hilarious! - The Clapper

Is it Obama or Osama? Who Is Dead?

 

You gotta love Fox News and their accidental misspellings.  Fox's affiliates constantly do this, so it's no stranger to controversy.  I'm not surprised one bit, it actually makes me laugh.  

Zap2it describes it best:

Running along the bottom of FOX40's report on the event, the chyron read: "Reports: Obama Bin Laden Dead." 

Apparently, some people issued complaints and accusations that it did it on purpose. After all, FOX News has some obvious conservative leanings in its coverage with Glenn Beck and Bill O'Reilly over at the mother ship.

FOX40 issued an apology (kind of), but not before they defended its mistake by pointing out how easily it could be made and that other news organizations made similar mistakes, including CNN and the Modesto Bee newspaper.

They even threw a fellow FOX affiliate in San Diego under the bus for its anchor actually saying "President Obama" instead of "Osama Bin Laden" was dead.

Archie To The Big Screen!

If you were a fan of comic books growing up, more often than not, you would come across the latest issue of Archie Comics.  It was titled as such when the first issue was published. Years later, the word "comics" was removed, and the comic, simply titled "Archie."

Well, as much as I would like to say that this is the trailer to the blockbuster movie, featuring Archie, it's not.  It's a well-crafted spoof of one - meant to be a suspenseful thriller I'm sure.  

I did find the Archie trailer, "Riverdale" rather interesting though, and if you're familiar with the comics you'll pick-up on the puns - they're quite humorous.

Where Were You On That Cloudy September Day in 2001?

"I can report to the American people and to the world that the United States has conducted an operation that killed Osama bin Laden, the leader of al Qaeda, and a terrorist who's responsible for the murder of thousands of innocent men, women and children." 

These were the words broadcast late last night, as Ryan and I watched President Obama explain what had just happened. He had given the order to kill Osama bin Laden after months of secret intelligence briefings kept under wraps from the American people and the world.  

"Last August, after years of painstaking work by our intelligence community, I was briefed on a possible lead to bin Laden," Obama said. "It was far from certain. And it took many months to run this thread to ground. I met repeatedly with my national security team as we developed more information about the possibility that we could locate bin Laden hiding within a compound deep inside Pakistan." 

"Today, at my direction, the United States launched a targeted operation against that compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan," the president continued. "A small team of Americans carried out the operation with extraordinary courage and capability. No Americans were harmed. They took care to avoid civilian casualties. After a firefight they killed Osama Bin Laden and took custody of his body."

I moved to Houston from Corpus Christi on August 16, 2001, and in less than one month's time, one of the most memorable events in our nation's history took place.  I remember sitting down as a PBX operator at The Woodlands Resort and Conference Center when the news broke out, "the towers in New York have been hit by a missile!" someone yelled.  At that moment, everyone jumped and ran to the main lobby to see the real-time events on the big screen.

We knew that one of the Twin Towers in New York had been hit, but no one was sure what it was.   A few minutes later, the world watched unimaginably in shock, as another plane hit the second tower.  You couldn't hear a pin drop as everyone gasped and covered their mouths - our eyes open, and our hearts beating a mile a minute.  

Tears ran down our faces as we saw the images of people jumping for their lives and the anguish people were feeling while this was happening before our very eyes.  The last time I felt so heartbroken was back in 1986 when the Space Shuttle Challenger, with all it's crew on board, exploded.   

Never in a million years did I expect another horrific moment to happen before my very eyes.

"It was nearly 10 years ago that a bright September day was darkened by the worst attack on the American people in our history," Obama said. "The images of 9/11 are seared into our national memory -- hijacked planes cutting through a cloudless September sky; the Twin Towers collapsing to the ground; black smoke billowing up from the Pentagon; the wreckage of Flight 93 in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, where the actions of heroic citizens saved even more heartbreak and destruction."

"The empty seat at the dinner table. Children who were forced to grow up without their mother or their father. Parents who would never know the feeling of their child's embrace. Nearly 3,000 citizens taken from us, leaving a gaping hole in our hearts," Obama said.

 "Tonight we give thanks to the countless intelligence and counter-terrorism professionals who have worked tirelessly to achieve this outcome," Obama said. "The American people do not see their work nor know their names, but tonight they feel the satisfaction of their work and the result of their pursuit of justice."

And I couldn't have said it better myself when Obama thanked our U.S. Military for Sunday's operation that they, "exemplify the professionalism, patriotism and unparalleled courage of those who serve our country. And they are part of a generation that has borne the heaviest share of burden since that September day."

OMG Hilarious! - Baking The Metal Way

Omg! I couldn't stop laughing, but this was simply hilarious.  It uses a lot of really bad language, so if you're offended by this sort of thing maybe you shouldn't see it.

Have you ever wanted to bake cookies the Metal Way?  Well Deviant artist schellen has given us a step-by-step instruction guide on how to do just that....

Once Again, I'm Warning You!  It uses a lot of REALLY BAD LANGUAGE!  

View at your own risk...

 

 

 

Marvel Releases Japanese Spiderman

The next time you complain about the re-boot of Spiderman, I'll gladly remind you of this...

Poster of the Week - Issue No. 12 - Defeat

Continuing alphabetically, I bring you this week's poster, "Defeat."

OMG Hilarious! - Tooth Fairy

What Do A Banana and "Born This Way" Have In Common?

Admit it - you gotta love this kid!  He proudly sings Lady Gaga's, "Born This Way," and does a fabulous job dancing to it too!  Banana and all, he should be on Ellen.

How Many Times Was Princess Diana Mentioned?

I have witnessed the marriages of two Princesses to their Princes in my lifetime, and can quite honestly say, Princess Diana was on my mind during the ceremony of Kate and William.  

How could she not be?  Here was the son of the late Princess getting married.  

While alive, Diana was followed around the world on a daily basis, she was the world's Princess.  And from her wedding to Prince Charles, rumored affairs, a bitter divorce, and untimely death, people were, and still are fascinated by her. 

Jezebel had a very interesting article yesterday; They pointed out how the media, ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox News, MSNBC, CNN, and E! News, each had the late Princess on their minds during the ceremony, whereas BBC America didn't (or couldn't) bring themselves to mention Diana's name once.  

I find this rather bizarre, considering it's an affiliate of BBC in Britain.  Regardless of their omission, It was nice seeing Kate marry William and thanks to our networks who covered, Will's mother, the late Princess of Wales, it will be another memory I can cherish forever.

See Official Royal Wedding Photos Released Today Here

The Left vs. The Right

This has got to be one of my all-time favorite charts, simply because I love politics.  Have you ever wondered what is the difference between the Left and the Right, Democrat and Republican, Liberal and Conservative?  Well, this chart will put it in perspective for you.  Click to enlarge, and you'll be surprised at how much you already know.

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Another Famous Wedding Took Place on April 29 - Who's Was It?

Not only did we witness an amazing wedding yesterday between Kate Middleton and Prince William, but another wedding took place 66 years ago on this very same day.  Can you guess who the famous couple was?