Monthly Archives: December 2014

Quotes (December 30th)

Posted on December 30, 2014 by Ron

“In religion, faith is a virtue. In science, faith is a vice.” – Jerry Coyne, biology professor (b. 1949) “The best way out is always through.” – Robert Frost, 1874-1963 “We can do anything we want to do if we … Continue reading →

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Today in History (December 30th)

Posted on December 30, 2014 by Ron

There is one day left in the year 0039: Birthdays: Titus 10th Roman Emperor (79-81), Conqueror of Jerusalem. 0987: French King Hugh Capet crowned his son Robert the Compassionate. 1525: Deaths: Jacob Fugger German Banker/Merchant, died at 66. 1566: Birthdays: … Continue reading →

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Headlines

Posted on December 28, 2014 by Ron

Actual Excerpts From Classified Sections Of City Newspapers Stolen Painting Found by Tree Two Soviet Ships Collide, One Dies Two Sisters Reunited after 18 Years in Checkout Counter Killer Sentenced to Die for Second Time in 10 Years Auto Repair … Continue reading →

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Voraginous

Posted on December 28, 2014 by Ron

PRONUNCIATION: (veh-RAE-ji-nehs) http://wordsmith.org/words/voraginous.mp3 MEANING: (adjective) 1. Of, related to, or resembling a gorge, chasm, or abyss. 2. voracious, ravenous: capable of ingesting as much as a chasm or abyss. ETYMOLOGY: The noun which gave us today’s word, “vorago,” comes from … Continue reading →

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Punch Lines

Posted on December 28, 2014 by Ron

Boss = One who’s late when you’re early and early when you’re late. Why is air a lot like sex? Because it’s no big deal unless you’re not getting any. He registers into a surfing contest only to make proper … Continue reading →

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Resume Bloopers

Posted on December 28, 2014 by Ron

PERSONAL: I’m married with 9 children. I don’t require prescription drugs. I am extremely loyal to my present firm, so please don’t let them know of my immediate availability. Number of dependents: 40. Marital Status: Often. Children: Various. QUALIFICATIONS: I … Continue reading →

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Factoids

Posted on December 28, 2014 by Ron

Which is correct: 12 Midnight A.M. or 12 Midnight P.M.? Neither! You are advised intake of Vital M-40 capsules vardenafil levitra online along with the above nutrients to get optimum results. The deficiency of this sildenafil tablets india mineral, which … Continue reading →

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Fisherman’s Twins

Posted on December 28, 2014 by Ron

A fisherman’s wife gave birth to twin boys. When the babies were side by side, they always looked in opposite directions, so they were named Forward and Away. Years later the fisherman took his sons fishing, but they didn’t return. … Continue reading →

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Construction Workers

Posted on December 28, 2014 by Ron

Two dumb guys were doing construction on a house. The guy who was nailing down siding would reach into his nail pouch, pull out a nail, and then either toss it over his shoulder or nail it into the siding. … Continue reading →

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The Gentleman

Posted on December 28, 2014 by Ron

The tourist had lost his way on a back road and stopped at the farmhouse to ask if he could be put up for the night. “Well, we’re a mite crowded, since there’s already someone in the spare room,” replied … Continue reading →

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