For those thinking of quitting their day job . . .

Don’t forget to check out the results of the Bible Puzzle . . .

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I WANT ONE!!!

There's a creature in my cup!

I no longer remember how I found this site, but if you’re into conversation table toppers, unique furniture design, or just quirky gadgets and/or toys you should sign up for Fab.com.  It seems to operate like most exclusive sale sites (think luxury.com, gilt.com, etc.) where you sign up with an email address and wait for an invitation to see sales on products that you can’t find anywhere else! (No, that’s not giddiness you read, more like sarcasm, in case you’re wondering). In this case, the invitation is bestowed upon immediately only be told that you’re at the back of the line before you can actually buy something. Odd concept… but perhaps you will find it worth the wait. See some of the products that caught my artful eye . . .

Ceramic Vases

Mid-Century Pottery Pig

To check out more of my Fab”s – go to www.fab.com/kgewilson

Milkless in Seattle

In my daily readings of articles and blogs from virtually everywhere I came across a hilarious memo that was sent from the CEO of a company to his employees. Full article and memo can be found on Consumerist or just click the link below…

“From: Keith Zakheim
Date: September 27, 2011 8:20:21 AM EDT
To: Beckerman Staff
Subject: I don’t know what else to do…

I have repeatedly requested until I am blue in the face that the person that finishes the milk must replace the milk. Its not complicated and is a simple sign of respect for fellow employees.

So, imagine my chagrin this morning when I stumbled in at 715 after enduring a typically painful Redskins loss and in dire need of a shot of caffeine, only to find that the skim milk in the refrigerator had three drops of milk left. Literally 3 drops, an amount that would maybe fill the tummy of a prematurely born mouse. The person that did this is either incredibly lazy, obnoxiously selfish or woefully devoid of intelligence – 3 traits that are consistent with the profile of FORMER Beckerman employees….

So, I am gravely serious when I write this – if I catch someone not replacing the milk, or at least, in the case where the downstairs store has close already, not sending an email to the office so the first person that arrives (usually Christa or me) can pick one up upon arrival – then I am going to fire you. Im not joking. You will be fired for not replacing the milk, and have fun explaining
that one to your next employer. This is not a empty threat so PLEASE don’t test me….

Read Full Memo

Go get yourself a slice right now!

Sooo….

The other day I read an article and discovered that eating watermelon is good for you, especially if you’re trying to diet. I’m not sure they meant for me to start eating whole watermelons – baby, almost grown watermelons to be exact – though this admission only makes me feel slightly better. Although I can’t seem to find the article any longer, I’m pretty sure it said I could replace my intake of water with watermelon. This was extremely exciting news for me since I don’t like the taste of water.  In addition, watermelon is sweet and ever so delicious. I remember one Louisiana hot family reunion day eating so much red and YELLOW watermelon that I was photographed while eating and then then photographed later doubled over on the couch holding my stomach. I blame the extreme humidity. Fried my brain cells that triggers self control.

In any event, if you’re in the mood for some watermelon or you’re dieting – cut open a watermelon or two. In an ode to watermelon, see some of the more interesting ways folks are inspired by watermelon when you READ MORE

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Still doesn't make me want to buy a Ford car

This is what we call “TOO MUCH TIME ON YOUR HANDS!” and “YOU GOT PAID FOR THAT!?”

Apparently this replica version of the Ford Explorer “uses about 380,000 bricks — which, at a typical market rate of about ten cents per brick, would cost nearly $40,000.” Read full article HERE.

Loved the Dilbert Strip from this past Sunday’s Comics!

Who Wants Pancakes? I DO! I DO

Apparently, yesterday, September 26th, was National Pancake Day. I just found this out because I opened an email from Etsy (a day later) with the subject line “The Breakfast Club” and the featured blurb was “In honor of National Pancake Day (yep, you heard it right), we’re going bonkers for breakfast. It is after all, the most important meal of the day, and the only meal where “cake” (ie: any kind of pastry) is an acceptable meal form.”

It sucks that I just found this out since I happen to LOVE pancakes. Any excuse to have, make, or eat one is pretty thin in my book. I woke up today – I deserve pancakes!  I found my keys – I deserve pancakes!  I said “hello” to someone – I deserve pancakes!  Doesn’t take much…

What surprises me is that I did not already know such a day as “National Pancake Day” even existed. AND, that I had pancakes on Sunday. I had some left over that I could have easily eaten again in celebration on Monday. As it stands, I must now eat the pancakes this morning. Perhaps, the next day as well to really make up for such an egregious oversight of pancake lovin’ on my part.

After a quick search on Google apparently there are even MORE DAYS to celebrate this light, fluffy, round, soaked in butter and syrup wonder.

• January 28 National Blueberry Pancake Day
• February 19-25 National Pancake Week – CAN YOU IMAGINE. A full week of pancakes!!!! I should not have to go to work this week…

“Jay-Z is to black male millennials what Oprah is to… everyone else.”

Read the article -  http://www.good.is/post/how-jay-z-inspired-a-generation-of-hustlers/

Challenge Yourself to Be Good!

When I think of it and when I have time, I read news from the Apple/Android app “Pulse News”. They never fail to deliver news or content that is interesting and makes you think. This morning I discovered = #30DaysofGOOD Challenge.  Their mission is

“Each month, we challenge our community members to do something that will improve the world around us—and our own lives. The challenge for September? To connect with other people. In an effort to help us all rise to the occasion, we’re going to assign one small task every day. Each morning, we will post the challenge on GOOD.is and Twitter, along with a testimonial from someone on the GOOD team who’s already completed it. We invite you to complete all 30 mini-challenges with us! ”

Granted, I’m like 25 days behind the eight ball.  And the one I read this morning was actually from yesterday. Oops. But, I’ll share it with you anyways. The challenge for September 25th was

“Call someone instead of texting, or text someone instead of posting on their Facebook wall.”

What a novel concept in this day and age! I thought about it while laying in the bed and was like – hmmm – I talk to people ALL the time on the phone. Oh, wait, I guess calling clients or answering my phone at work doesn’t count. Texting has not only become convenient, it’s become downright rude in many instances. Let’s review – breaking up, diagnosed with a fatal disease and/or dying, or fighting with a friend ARE all examples of conversations that SHOULD NOT happen by Facebook, Twitter, or Text Messages. I’m sure there are many more examples out there just waiting for me to read.

The writer tried herself to complete the challenge and had a tough time finding folks who would even pick up their phone. The funniest part of this experience is when she called several friends and “They text and send Facebook messages saying, “Did you call me? What’s up?”. CLASSIC.

Anywhoo, check out this daily Good Challenge Blog. Today’s challenge is to lend someone a book… I might be inclined to do that if I thought I might get my book back!  Yeah, I have trust issues.