On Main Street there's a store called Dollar Tree. As the name clearly implies it's a dollar store. Every item in the store is only a dollar. It's one of 384 in Logan. So how does a store like this advertise? What brings people in to this particular store? The answer lies in what must be a marketing genius.

It seems that Dollar Tree's sole advertising audience is Main Street drivers and riders. Of course they have the type of sign that allows the marketing geniuses to say whatever they want. Earlier this year the sign read "EVERY ITEM ONLY A DOLLAR". Genius!!! How can you say it any better? No way they top that.

Well, they did. Now the sign reads "20 ITEMS FOR 20 DOLLARS. MAKE YOUR DOLLAR GO FARTHER." What? I knew every item is only a dollar, but 20 items for 20 dollars? The deals can't get better? Or can they. I did some math equations and figured out that you could go there and buy 40 items for 40 dollars. Get this, you could even go there and get 100 items for 100 dollars. I know....it's crazy insane but it's true. Now, after 100 items your on your own. I didn't do the complex equations past 100. I don't have all day. But your safe up to 100 items.

I thought this was stupid but then I remembered something. At Christmas time I was in Dollar Tree getting Natalie some classy jewlery. As I'm in line there is a guy two people in front of me with a shirt two sizes too small and a his arms are full of items. As he gets to the cashier he drops his items on the counter and grabs an umbrella and asks the cashier; "How much is this umbrella?".
The cashier says; "One dollar."
Guy; "All the colors?"
Cashier; "Each one, yes."
The man then yells into an unkown isle; "They are one dollar each."
A female voice that has been subjected to a lifetime of smoke says; "Really?, How many should we get?"
The guy; "I don't know? Five?"

If that isn't bad enough the lady in front of me quickly gets on her phone and calls someone and proceeds to tell them in a low voice, as if she just discovered a wonderful secret, and says "Hey, its me. I'm at this store on Main Street and they have umbrellas for only a dollar."

So now you see how genius this sign really is.

I hate to put so many video's up on my blog. It's the laziest form of blogging, however, when these gems keep popping up I feel as though I have no choice. Enjoy!

If you have any questions after watching this then you aren't a true believer.

The link to the Washlet is a huge disappointment. It wasn't, but now it is. It seems as though the company that makes the Washlet has changed their whole website. During this change they completely eliminated the flash based, nudity filled, poorly acted website they previously had which lead me to link to it. Now it's nothing more than a bidet website. To those that never saw the original intended site, I apologize.

I hope you can accept this as a poor substitute.



Or this.



links.

Wedding Dance

Long Hair

I really have no idea how I haven't known about this product before. Everyone should own this. Be warned though, it does contain mild nudity. I'm sorry, but I'm sure you'll agree that the nudity is well done and actually needed.

So open up your wallets, free your minds and enjoy the Washlet!

absolutely right. What the court said was that it understands the Constitution. I'm amazed at all the outrage directed at the court. Do people not understand the way democracy works? This is how the United States works. Don't like the outcome? I'm sure Californians will have the opportunity to vote to repeal Prop 8 in the near future. And if the vote passes? So be it. That's how voting works. I'm all for the people voting. But the thing that bothers me with this whole thing has always been the demonizing of those with a different view. I'm not going to get upset with the gay right effort to raise money and spread their opinion about their side. But those that supported prop 8 are continued to be portrayed as mindless stooges by those that disagree with them. It's wrong and totally hypocritical.

Oh well, what am I going to do about it? Nothing. That's what.

On to other news.....

"A Man accused of murdering his de facto wife told a court she verbally abused him, controlled their finances and would not let him use their home toilet."

When I read this it made me fear for a loved one. You see, I have a loved one whom makes her husband use a separate bathroom. She gets the master bath and he gets the second bath. I'm not sure about her verbal abuse towards him as I'm not at their residence that often. I also am not sure about her control over the finances but I think it is very apparent that it all starts with the toilet! I only hope her husband does not read this and get any ideas. Maybe I shouldn't post this....nah, too good to pass up.

Here's a pic of her husband and his bathroom.

Try a Latin woman. There is a wonderful website for those men out there that can't seem to get an american women to give them the time of day. Its Latin-wife.com! Here are a few quotes from the site.

"American men make the best husbands in the world. And nowhere is there a stronger or more favorable impression of us than among Latin women. Latinas are the fastest-growing minority in the U.S. and those Latin women have spread the word back home to their family and friends: American men make great husbands. No other culture treats their wives as well as we do. This very real perception places you in high demand. You have earned that reputation. Now experience your reward, an exotic Latin wife."

"It is common knowledge that Latin American women are faithful, loyal, and devoted wives. There is a reason why Colombia has the lowest divorce rate in the world. Their world revolves around the family. Colombian women stay with their first family until marriage and then the tradition continues with their new family. They have been raised to complement, nurture and respect their men."

"Physically they are feminine in the most favorable way. They are significantly more slender than the majority of American women and have a sexy, alluring confidence that beckons attention. When Colombian women recognize a man of good character they become quickly attached and supportive."

"Unscrupulous business practices in South America are unfortunately very real, yet the Latin beauty for you to discover is real as well. From this recognition came our determination to deliver a legitimate South American marriage agency with honest opportunities. "

So if you are tired of those snotty less slender American women give a Latin woman a try!

I recently saw this video. Some of the finest acting I've seen. Take a look.



Just because these women are not bleach blond with fake boobs and wear a size zero does not mean they don't belong in Hollywood. These women are great actors! I don't know about you but I would have much rather seen these two play the leads in 'Bride Wars' over those worthless actors that were in it. I could see either of these women winning the oscar for best actress instead of people like Halle Berry, Nicole Kidman, Julia Roberts, Grace Kelly, Katharine Hepburn and Gwyneth Paltrow. Oh, wait. Not Gwyneth, she's so good. But the rest can take a hike.

I fear we may never see these two in a Hollywood movie. Just because they don't sell magazines. It's a shame.

I recently received some very good news.

On behalf of the Trustees and Executor of the estate of Late Engr.Jurgen Krugger. I once again try to notify you as my earlier letter wasreturned undelivered. I hereby attempt to reach you again by this same email address on the WILL.I wish to notify you that late Engr Jurgen Krugger made you a beneficiary to his WILL. He left the sum Thirty Million, One Hundred Thousand Dollars(USD$30, 100.000.00) to you in the Codicil and last testament to his WILL. Being a widely traveled man, he must have been in contact with you in the past or simply you were nominated to him by one of his numerous friends abroad who wished you: CONTACT Email: barrteddywilliams1@hotmail.com I await your prompt response.This message may contain confidential information, and is intended only for the addressee. If you are not the named addressee, or if you have received this message in error, we ask your cooperation to refrain from disseminating, distributing or copying this e-mail, and request that you delete it from your computer or messaging device. Thank you.

Obviously I will be retiring. So to my poor friends I wish to say goodbye and don't try asking for any of my money!

So Elise tagged everyone who read her blog about the 10 things she wants to do before she dies. The thing is she didn't say that you were tagged until the end of her post. If she had warned me then I wouldn't have read it. So I'm going to be polite and warn people before hand. If you read this post in it's entirety than you are therefore tagged. Your Welcome.

1. Attempt my biggest stunt of my career by jumping a pit filled with the women from The View and Oprah only using a size 7 pair of Heelys.

2. Spend a year learning how to walk and not shriek after my stunt goes horribly wrong.

3. Become addicted to the pain killers I rely on since the accident.

4. In my overdosed pain killer state I alienate Natalie, the kids and anyone who cares for me.

5. Get kicked out of the house from Natalie and told not to come back until I find the old me.

6. Spend 6 months living out of my 1972 Ford Pickup.

7. Hit the gym and kick the pain killers and find myself again.

8. Reunite with Natalie and family expressing my love for Natalie in one tender vulnerable moment.

9. After several years of family life I hear the call of my first love, stunt devil. I make plans to jump again. Tell Natalie.

10. After Natalie realizes that as much as she hates this stunt side of me, it's who I am and to change that would change the man she loves into someone he isn't. With Natalie by my side I kiss her before I jump and head into the cheering crowd as I prepare to jump. Heart racing, I feel a moment of the pain I felt after the first accident. Pushing the fear down deep inside, because I know I'll hate myself if I don't do this, I click my Heelys open. Slow motion ascends all around me. I barely notice the shrieking from the women of The View and Oprah. I start down the ramp with the warm air going through my naturally thick soft hair. As I hit the jump I glance down at the shrieking women. I see their faces turn from hate and anger to awh and admiration as I soar over the pit. They can see what everyone sees. I'm going to make it. As I hit the other ramp the crowd roars. I glide down the ramp to a blurry of snapping lights. My arms in the air and a smile on my face I search for Natalie. I know that this moment won't be fulfilled until she is by my side, for she is the rock that this success was built upon. I shout, "Natalie! Natalie!" Just then I hear something. It's as if a fog settled upon the crowd. Blurring the noise and clouding the sight. In the densness of this fog there is only one voice of an angel that my ears can hear. "Bryan!" "Bryan!" I turn to where I hear the angelic voice. At once all light is removed except for a single ray. A ray that is shining right on her. She is 20 feet away. We both pause, although her mouth isn't moving I can hear every thought from her. We share a beautiful moment that words cannot describe. She begins to move toward me. Thump! Thump! Pain radiats through me. I can feel myself falling. The light's gone. I hear nothing. I feel.....nothing.

Epilogue

The funeral was attended by thousands. Loved ones spoke. There were some tears but there were more smiles. Those close to me knew I fulfilled my dreams. Natalie was suprisingly strong. Although her heart yearned for me so much that she was unable to love anyone again, or lust or even admire any male figure, she lived for our children. Just then a furry hand touched my shoulder. A voice said "it's time to go friend." I instinctivly turn, not scared, not sad but happily follow the voice. I look up and see a giant bunny. Must be 8ft tall. Still not scared or even surprised I ask "How come your a bunny?' He says "For the same reason your a Gopher." I look down at my furry belly. "Huh." I say out loud. Again not surprised. As if reading my thoughts the bunny says "Don't worry she will join you soon. Sooner than you can dig a hole for the two of you to live in."

Here are two great movies that I've seen in the last 6 months that everyone should see. John Adams is from the brilliant book by David McCullough. Which is also a must read. But the HBO miniseries is very good also.

I really don't mean to post so many videos.....but I just can't resist. I have to share videos that inspire and motivate and these do both!






Nobody rocks the stach, polo shirt and jeans combo like Mark Gormley. Notice the sweet stance shift. WOW! How is it that this guy is just now getting some pub? Has Quincy Jones seen this guy? I don't think so. Cause if he had there is no doubt he would have been a guest judge on AI by now. Gormley is so good that if he were Sasquatch, I would dedicate my life to proving his existence.

I just got this urgent email. Seems legit. I'll do anything to help criminals.

Mrs. Ruth Madoff
West, Liverpool,
London.

My Great Compliments,

I’m Mrs. Ruth Madoff, 67, wife to Mr. Bernard L. Madoff, of Bernard L. Madoff Investment Securities LLC, who pleaded guilty to operating a multibillion-dollar Ponzi scheme, is worth up to $826 million, according to a document filed with a federal court on Friday 13th March 2009.

Just last week my husband pleading stealing billions from investment from his clients and he was ordered to jail Thursday 12th March 2009, after pleading guilty to all 11 criminal counts in one of Wall Street's biggest swindles.

Now the Federal investigators in the USA are working around the clock to freeze all my assets, fearing that I'm trying to flee the country which I have done shortly after my husband was sentenced, I have $93 million in my name beyond their reach.
The Securities and Exchange Commission is working with federal prosecutors in Manhattan to prepare a filing asking a judge to formally freeze all of my assets as soon as possible.

My husband deposited the sum of (USD$17.000.000.00 Million) in a Finance Firm in Europe some years ago in my name, I need you to collect this funds and distribute it to both of us since the Federal investigators are working around the clock to freeze all my assets. Meanwhile all documents related to transfer of this fund to your account is with my attorney Mr. Peter Chavkin, who is willing to help us process the release order from the UK bank.

Presently, I’m in a hard out here in UK as the Federal investigators as well the Securities and Exchange Commission is looking for me to freeze my entire asset as well prosecute me like my husband.

Please reply back to me on this e-mail as I will like if you contact my attorney directly so that he will direct you on the way forward. Please due send to me all your contact details as I will like to speak with you before we commence on the transaction.

Please keep this confidential. You can read my story on this website: removed due to virus

God bless you.
Best Regards,
Mrs. Ruth Madoff

I've changed my mind about President Obama. He has done something extraordinary as President. This is a President I can get behind. At least for the month of March. He made his tournament picks! I don't know if other Presidents have ever done this. If they have the Obama loving media probably didn't cover it. But I have to say that this is pretty cool that the President is an obvious fan. See for yourself......

Do you think that a College Degree will mean you'll earn more money than a person with just a High School Degree? Obviously most of would say yes. After all, that's what we've been told by University's and College's for years. I always heard that with a college degree I'd earn 1 million dollars more than if I just started working after High School. It's a no brain er then. Not so fast.

In a recent Forbes Magazine article called The Great College Hoax The Million dollar Myth was taken apart. You see the idea that you earn 1 million dollars more is based upon simple math. The average College grad earns $57,500 compared to the average high school alumni makes $31,600.Census figures show that college grads earn an average of $57,500 a year, which is 82% more than the $31,600 high school alumni make. To get the million dollar figure you just multiply the difference of 25,900 by 40 years. The problem is that it does not take into account the $47,500 that an average college grad has in debt. Or the $125,000 that the high school grad made during the 4 years of college.

Only 54 percent of students entering four-year colleges have a degree 6 years later. Keep in mind, that's a bachelors degree. What is considered a 4-year degree takes an average of 5 years.
So now we have 65% of those that graduated with student loan debt. Then there are those who didn't graduate, most of whom have student loans for which they never received anything! That helps the economy! We now have a big chunk of the young population walking around with a heavy burden of student loan debt. "But Bryan, it's low interest." Uh, no not 40% of it. Have you ever wondered why banks like Wells Fargo and Bank of America started getting into the business of student loans so quickly? It's because they hand out non-traditional loans. With interest rates that average around 15%! Plus, there is no regulation on a cap of the interest rate. One more thing, this isn't like any other debt. Oh no it's special. Why? Because you can't ever declare bankruptcy. Not on student loans.

I know what your thinking. "If people are dumb enough to go looking for non-traditional loans, they deserve that interest rate." First of all, these loans are being handed out at University financial aid offices. So an 18-24 year old is going to school and is being told that an education is worth the cost and at the same time is offering financial aid. Does an 18-24 year old really understand the cost of that loan over the next 20 years. Of course not! They've barely been alive that long.

So why am I going on about this? (if anyone is actually still reading this) President Obama said that his goal is to make sure every child goes to college. When I heard that I had a minor stroke. Here is the thing. There are smart people. There are handy people. There are nice people. Etc, etc. The point is that every person is not equal. One of my favorite quotes is attributed to Thomas Jefferson, although it is not verified, says what I feel. " There is nothing more unequal than the equal treatment of unequal people." What does it mean? To me it means that you don't give a blind man the same book as someone with sight. You give him a book in braille. I believe it's the same with people. To say that all children should go to college is equal treatment of unequal people.

I have an idea. Why does college take an average of 5 years? Does it really need to? I know that some jobs require a degree. There are certain skills that must be learned before one can work. Some examples would be Doctors, Nurses, Architects, Scientists, etc. But, do each of those degrees really need U.S. history? Or economics, english writing, ect. I'm not down playing studying these subjects. But remember, universities and colleges are a business. A business that does better with more students that stay longer. This is why they help give out the loans. This why they don't tell you about the real math of 1 million dollars. Why can't we have go to college for a year and learn to be a nurse and start working. Is a nurse a better nurse because they took economics? Is a plumber or construction worker not as important as a web designer? Why do we have to be made to feel ashamed if we don't have a college degree?

Yup, that's right. If your a breakfast lover you better like warm weather and flames. Here is the proof!

I'm bored. So after I posted the Take On Me Video I decided to go ahead and list a few of my favorite internet videos. So enjoy!

Little Superstar! Creepy yet mezmarizing.


Pretty much everywhere, it's gonna be hot. I still don't know what he is laughing about.


These two have some crazy video editing skills.


If you can sit, you can get fit. ***this was stolen from Lisa's blog. Allegedly.***

I know this isn't new and some of you may have seen this but for those of you that haven't seen this, enjoy.