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Letter Guidelines

I'm not sure what is going on over in Jacksboro regarding its upcoming municipal elections but check out this Letter to the Editor policy of the local paper over there: • An endorsement of a candidate for public office will publish only as a paid advertisement and must contain a disclosure statement as provided by the Texas Election Code. • “Neutral” commentary regarding a candidate or a group of candidates will be considered for publication only as a paid advertisement and must contain a disclosure statement as provided by the Texas Election Code. • No commentary opposing a candidate or a group of candidates is acceptable for publication. See it here (along with some ironic "Freedom of Speech" preaching.) What letter regarding the elections could possibly be printed without forking over some $$$$?

Sea Of Love

Continuing on my kick to go back and see all the movies that I should, I finally saw 1989's "Sea Of Love."

Top notch. A pretty good thriller starring Al Pacino and a smokin' hot Ellen Barkin (who I have never been a fan of.)

Odd Thought: So what if you live in crime invested New York? Every character always opened the door without a chain lock and without looking through the peep hole.

Oddest Credit: I always watch the ending credits in old movies just in case there is a current star buried within the cast. This one had a true gem. Deep into the rolling credits came this:
"Black Man ........................................Samuel L. Jackson."
Man, if he was in there, I never saw him.

Couple of What?

I did something a tad unusual last night: I went and saw a play in downtown Bridgeport. Being the cynic that I am, I was kind of expecting a live version of a Hee Haw skit but was pleasantly surprised. It was at times edgy, at times mildly shocking, and at times touching. Yeah, it can be a little rough around the edges but that's what gives it its charm. The crowd was relatively small and on the older side. That gave rise to some uncomfortable silence at times. Check it out.

I Love Chicks With Glasses

It's 8:48 on Saturday morning and I have no idea why I posted this. I hope I make it through the day because my brain is already malfunctioning.

And I would go to the Main Street Arts festival in downtown Fort Worth, but I really don't have any desire to be in a wind tunnel today.

In North Dallas Tonight

That method is not on my list.

Rare Britney Spotting

Kinda hot.

He Felt That Incareration Had Nothing Further To Offer Him

Those two people involved in the high speed chase last weekend across the Southwest Proper (uh, Wise and Jack Counties)? This is their status: The driver, 26-year-old Derek Auvenshine of Weatherford, surrendered to authorities at about 1 a.m. and was transported to Faith Community Hospital by ambulance, complaining of back injuries, Johnson said. The trooper explained that Auvenshine was treated at the local hospital and later transported to Harris Methodist Hospital. The suspect was treated and released from the Fort Worth hospital without the knowledge of the proper authorities, Johnson said. “We’re not too happy about that,” he added. Johnson said the search in the Jack County woods was called off about 4:30 a.m. without locating the passenger, Mindy Rowlett, 24, also of Weatherford. Warrants have been issued for both their arrests. Source.

My Nominee For Father Of The Year

I tried to avoid this, but I can't. The news media is all over Alex Baldwin for leaving a not so sweet message for his 12 year old daugher. (And I don't think "pig" is an official nickname for her.) Edit: I've rejected several comments, not because I find them offensive, but because they contain assertions of fact that I don't know are true. (Hint: if you'll leave off the "unmarried and pregnant" references, it'll probably get through.)

"I Ordered A Freakin' Triple Cheese Beltbuster!!!"

There's nothing like a news story that leaves you with more questions than answers.

If My Job Started at 5:00 am, I'd Walk Away, Too

The Hood County Sheriff''s Office had an inmate on "Trustee" status walk away from the Law Enforcement Center located at 400 N. Gordon this morning. He was last seen in the rear of the building at approximately 5:00am beginning his morning duties. He was last seen wearing a Dark Grey or Blue hooded sweatshirt with "Lions" on the front and maroon pants. He was being held on Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle charges. Anyone seeing this subject needs to contact the Hood County Telecommunications Center at 817-579-3309.

Edit: In light of some of the comments, "Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle" is the legal term for "joyriding." Even if a person doesn't intend to steal a vehicle, he can still commit the crime if he used the vehicle without the permission of the owner. (Practically, you see the charge when someone is stopped by the cops while driving a stolen vehicle. You might not be able to technically prove they stole the car, but you can prove they used it without the real owner's permission.)

I'm A Business Idiot . . .

. . . but this does not sound good.

But driving into Fort Worth it still looks like every pasture is turning into a subdivision.

Now For Something Completely Different

This happened yesterday. The first three seconds of the video are very important. Note to self: Do not date a girl that will throw beer on a fan of the home team - and, man, that girl is a troublemaker. (And her boyfriend had no desire to fight). I love the part where the videographer turns around to film his buddies. Warning: Language

Even I Can Be Sappy

I saw this tonight during the Rangers game and had to post it. I just wish it was Father's Day.

“Crunkest Gym in America”

Welcome to North Carolina A&T - They throw down a pretty funny bit when someone fouls out. The camera movement will drive you insane but stick with it at least to the beginning of the second half of the clip. There's some gold there.

Things I Listen To

I'm a fan of podcasts (which are nothing more than pre-recorded programs that you can download over the Internet - for free - and dump into your MP3 player or burn onto a CD). I listen them to and from work all the time.

Some of my favorites:
- This American Life (from PBS)
- Buzz Out Loud (a tech show which can be a little annoying)
- TWIT (a great tech show hosted by Leo Laporte)
- Net@Nite (another tech show hosted by Laporte)
- and one I just stumbled upon over the last couple of days: Well Told Tales - I've listened to two of the 15 minute horror short stories and they are freakishly great.

Always A Bad Sign . . .

. . . when you've got time to take out your camera since your not moving - especially if you are in the lane that feeds onto the highway on the right. (Today in Fort Worth.)

I'm Off To Fort Worth