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Thursday, April 29, 2010

Sky Watch Friday

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Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Lady GaGa A Capella

On the Rocks is the University of Oregon's "premiere" male a capella group -- and boy, can they do Lady Gaga. Check out their medly of Gaga songs, performed sans instruments and with choreography:

Sunday, April 25, 2010

Camera Critters #107

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A mating pair of geese seek privacy in a field.



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Dear Pets

The following was found posted very low on a refrigerator door.

Dear Dogs and Cats:

The dishes with the paw prints are yours and contain your food. The other dishes are mine and contain my food. Placing a paw print in the middle of my plate and food does not stake a claim for it becoming your food and dish, nor do I find that aesthetically pleasing in the slightest.

The stairway was not designed by NASCAR and is not a racetrack. Racing me to the bottom is not the object. Tripping me doesn't help because I fall faster than you can run.

I cannot buy anything bigger than a king sized bed. I am very sorry about this. Do not think I will continue sleeping on the couch to ensure your comfort, however. Dogs and cats can actua lly curl up in a ball when they sleep. It is not necessary to sleep perpendicular to each other, stretched out to the fullest extent possible. I also know that sticking tails straight out and having tongues hanging out on the other end to maximize space is nothing but sarcasm.

For the last time, there is no secret exit from the bathroom! If, by some miracle, I beat you there and manage to get the door shut, it is not necessary to claw, whine, meow, try to turn the knob or get your paw under the edge in an attempt to open the door. I must exit through the same door I entered. Also, I have been using the bathroom for years - canine/feline attendance is not required.

The proper order for kissing is: Kiss me first, then go smell the other dog or cat's butt. I cannot stress this enough.

Finally, in fairness, dear pets, I have posted the following message on the front door:

TO ALL NON-PET OWNERS WHO VISIT AND LIKE TO COMPLAIN ABOUT OUR PETS:

(1) They live here. You don't.

(2) If you don't want their hair on your clothes, stay off the furniture. That's why they call it 'fur'-niture.

(3) I like my pets a lot better than I like most people.

(4) To you, they are animals. To me, they are adopted sons/daughters who are short, hairy, walk on all fours and don't speak clearly.

Remember, dogs and cats are better than kids because they
(1) eat less,
(2) don't ask for money all the time,
(3) are easier to train,
(4) normally come when called,
(5) never ask to drive the car,
(6) don't hang out with drug-using people;
(7) don't smoke or drink,
(8) don't want to wear your clothes,
(9) don't have to buy the latest fashions,
(10) don't need a gazillion dollars for college and
(11) if they get pregnant, you can sell their children

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Now I understand what 420 means...I think.

What does 420 mean? There are varying theories on the origin of 420. Some say that 420 originated from a police code that announces marijuana use is taking place. Yet another story is that a group of guys (Waldo's) in the 1970's made 4:20 their official meeting time to smoke marijuana after school. Whether or not 4:20 p.m. is the best time of day for your first hit depends on your own body, your own needs. Some folks feel that waiting until 4:20 enhances ones appreciation of the herb. Of course, your mileage may vary.

In the 21st Century, 420 is firmly established as a code amongst tokers, a time of day and even sort of a toker's New Year's Day. It's in our culture now and only time will tell where it ends up.

April 20th (4/20) is another usage, meaning that it is time for to plant before the summer.

Whatever the real story is, 420 has been an important part of the marijuana culture since the 1970's. The significance of 420 has been kept underground and is mostly known only among marijuana smokers. Many non-smokers aren't aware of the symbolism when they see someone wearing a T-shirt or baseball cap that says 420 across the front.

When the 420 icon is somehow discreetly worked into a mainstream product like a film, marijuana users take notice. The film Pulp Fiction is rumored to have had all clocks throughout the movie set to 4:20. Marijuana smokers familiar with the symbol picked up on it—most people, however, did not.

While some marijuana smokers are using 420 as a code that enables them to openly speak about marijuana in front of parents or teachers. 420 has been to some, a sacred symbol for nearly 30 years.

Simply put, 420 is a symbol of cannabis and its culture. Today, April 20th events are international, and 4:20 pm has become sort of a world wide "burn time".

Known 420 Myths

Police dispatch code for smoking pot is 420.
The number 420 is not police radio code for anything, anywhere. Checks of criminal codes suggest that the origin is neither Californian nor federal. For instance, California Penal Code 420 defines as a misdemeanor the hindrance of use of public lands.

There are approximately 420 active chemicals in marijuana.
Actually, there are approximately 315 active chemicals in marijuana. This number goes up and down depending on which plant is used.

April 20th is National Pot Smokers Day.
Well, it is now :) ; but that wasn't the origin.

April 20th is Hitler's birthday.
Yes, it is his birthday. But, as 420 started out as a time, not a date, his birthday had nothing to do with it.

The date of the Columbine school shootings.
This happened after the term was already in use.

4:20 is tea time for pot-smokers in Holland.
Tea time in Holland is at 5:30 pm, or is it 2:30 pm? Seems no one is quite sure when the wonderful people of Holland drink their tea.

Monday, April 19, 2010

Sunday Seven – Episode 233

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THIS WEEK’S QUESTION:
Name seven annoying things people do for which they’d deserve a punch in the face.

1. Do not discipline their children.
My husband and I are trying to have a quiet dinner and all we hear is this pain in the ass little kid having a temper tantrum. If you can't quiet the child in the restaurant, then get your ass up and take the child out of the restaurant until he/she behaves. Is that so difficult?

2. Cursing
Ok, I'm not a saint by no means, however I am polite and respectful to others. For Pete's sake some of these kids say the most offensive words and don't care who is listening to them. If you can't respect others, just keep your pie hole shut.

3. Animal Abuse
Listen you stupid people, it isn't cute to take your dog to public places when it's 100 degrees outside. Don't you idiots understand that a dog can't sweat? Don't you understand that while you are wearing shoes protecting your little tootsies from burning, dogs can burn the pads on their paws. And for all the love that is Holy, give the dog some water! Oh I could go on and on, but I won't.

4. Not using your turn signals
What am I a mind reader? Use your turn signals!!! You people need your heads examined.

5. Talking on cell phones WHILE driving.
In New Jersey, talking on the cell phone while driving is against the law. It seems that nobody is taking this law seriously, including the cops themselves. Well, let me clue you in on something, I recently lost a relative because some girl was talking on her cell and not paying attention. Her jeep collided with Carl's motorcycle. He was dead before they could load him up in the helicopter.

6. Lack of patriotism
when watching the recent winter Olympics, I was totally wowed by the patriotism the Canadians had for their country. When their anthem was played, they sang it loudly and proudly. When our anthem was played, you could hardly hear anyone sing it, including the athlete(s). In my opinion, this nation of ours deserves a lot more patriotism and respect from its citizens. Show respect for our national anthem, and be proud to be an American. Is that asking too much?

7. Pull your pants up!
I do not wish to see your pants down around your butt. I couldn't care less about your Calvin Klein underwear or whatever brand your underwear is. It's not attractive and I can't stand seeing it. And this goes for you too ladies! Pull your pants up. I do not want to see your thong. Ewww.

Sunday, April 18, 2010

Camera-Critters #106

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Cami snoozing away



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Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Wordless Wednesday

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Monday, April 12, 2010

My World Tuesday

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 Durr's property in North Hanover Twp., NJ.






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RIP Carl

The information below is from our local newspaper. Carl McAdam was my neighbor who lived a few houses down from me. He was a nice man and always waved to my husband and I. Such a shame.

Add-on: I just found out today (4/12/10)that Joey and I were related to Carl by marriage. Carl was Joey's cousin's wife's brother.


NORTH HANOVER - A Wrightstown man was killed Thursday after his motorcycle collided with a vehicle at Routes 537 and 528, police said Friday.

Carl McAdam, 50, was traveling north on Route 528 (Jacobstown-New Egypt Road) at 1:40 p.m. when his motorcycle collided with a vehicle driven by Tina M. Kalinowski, 31, of Hamilton Township, Mercer County, who was heading east on Route 537 (Monmouth Road).

McAdam was killed in the collision. Kalinowski was treated at an area hospital for undisclosed injuries and released Thursday.

Saturday, April 10, 2010

Why?

I am going to be ranting in this post, if you are going to make any harsh comments about this post, I suggest you keep it to yourself. I'm not in the mood to take criticism right now.

Why has my life been nothing but a struggle?

Why am I ugly?

Why am I fat, no matter what I do to lose the weight?

Why can't good things happen to me?

Why is it when something good does happen to me, it's short-lived?

Why was I never popular?

Why is my social security income taking forever, yet others get theirs within months?

Why does God hate me so much?

Why doesn't God say yes to at least one of my prayers?

Why can't I be financially stable for once in my life?

Why do I have Fibromyalgia?

Why can't one of my Doctors give me pain meds, just so I can feel somewhat normal and pain-free for once in my life?

Why do I alienate myself from my friends, yet I know I am going to be incredibly lonely?

Why can't I have a more understanding husband?

Why is it that I want to end my life, yet I am scared of dying young?

Why do I feel like the way I do?

Why do I feel like if I died that nobody would show up to my funeral?

Why do I feel constantly ignored?

Why do I feel that my entire life thus far has been cursed?

Why do I feel that I am never going to be happy?

Why do people who don't deserve the good things they receive, get it. Yet those who do deserve good things don't?

Why do I feel that nobody loves me?

Why is everything about me average or below average?

Why am I well aware that there are people in worse shape than I, but I still believe I have been dealt the worst hand in life anyway?

Why do people break their promises to me?

Why don't I have a talent or gift like everyone else?

Why did I get married to someone who I wasn't compatible with?

Why can't my husband be a little more understanding of me?

Why am I here?

All I have are questions and no answers. I have had enough. I am sick and tired of being me.

Why don't I do something about it you ask? Why should I, when nothing ever ends up in a good way.

So here I sit in pain wondering why.....

Wednesday, April 07, 2010

Wordless Wednesday

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Tuesday, April 06, 2010

My World Tuesday



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These are a few of the pictures I took after we received 60+ winds a couple of weeks ago during a big rain storm.






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