One Clever Pound Cat

Being a mom of many very smart adopted animals, I so enjoy this.

Important Medical Questions Finally Answered

Some of my best friends are Chinese. AND those who have helped me most in the world of medicine are Chinese. I hope what follows doesn't sound racist. It isn't. I am not. I did, however, think it was very funny. I hope that my Chinese friends feel the same way.

Q: Doctor, I've heard that cardiovascular exercise can prolong life. Is this true?  A: Heart only good for so many beats, and that it... Don't waste on exercise. Everything wear out eventually. Speeding up heart not make you live longer; it like saying you extend life of car by driving faster. Want to live longer? Take nap. Q: Should I reduce my alcohol intake?  A: Oh no. Wine made from fruit. Brandy distilled wine, that mean they take water out of fruity bit so you get even more of goodness that way. Beer also made of grain. Bottom up! Q: How can I calculate my body/fat ratio? A: Well, if you have body and you have fat, your ratio one to one. If you have two body, your ratio two to one. Q: What are some of the advantages of participating in a regular exercise program?  A: Can't think of single one, sorry. My philosophy: No pain...good!  Q: Aren't fried foods bad for you?  A: YOU NOT LISTENING! Food fried in vegetable oil. How getting more vegetable be bad? Q : Will sit-ups help prevent me from getting a little soft around the middle?  A: Oh no! When you exercise muscle, it get bigger. You should only be doing sit-up if you want bigger stomach.  Q: Is chocolate bad for me?  A: You crazy?!? HEL-LO-O!! Cocoa bean! Another vegetable! It best feel-good food around! Q: Is swimming good for your figure?  A: If swimming good for figure, explain whale to me. Q: Is getting in shape important for my lifestyle?  A: Hey! 'Round' is shape! Well, I hope this has cleared up any misconceptions you may have had about food and diets. And remember:  Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well-preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways - Chardonnay in one hand - chocolate in the other - body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming "WOO-HOO, what a ride!!"  AND..... For those of you who watch what you eat, here's the final word on nutrition and health. It's a relief to know the truth after all those conflicting nutritional studies.  1. The Japanese eat very little fat and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans. 2. The Mexicans eat a lot of fat and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans. 3. The Chinese drink very little red wine and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans. 4. The Italians drink a lot of red wine and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans. 5. The Germans drink a lot of beer and eat lots of sausages and fats and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans. CONCLUSION: Eat and drink what you like. Speaking English is apparently what kills you. Thank you, SB!

Lovely Time Lapse Flower Photography

Surreal Spots Around the World

We visited the Jiuzaigou Valley in China/shown in first photo/with the Nature Conservancy several years ago. It was breathtakingly beautiful. If all other locations are as impressive as that one, it would be tough to decide where to travel first.  Truly spectacular venues.

See the rest of this Colin Suttles Collection: Man-Made Surreal Places.  WHOA!

Twenty Things Your Pets Can Teach You

See the rest of this tiny, terrific slide show!

More Lessons From Your Pets

See the rest.

Academy Award Nominees

Here's how I plan to spend the weekend! Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr. Hoping the theatres are warmer than our house.

Ways to Boost Your Metabolism

Excellent compilation.

See and read more.

Meet the iGuy

A perfect gift for the little one/s in your life.  Here's more info.  Two thumbs up!

Pop-Up Tent 'n Tunnel Town

This was Huge Holiday Hit! Everything arrived in one small box and popped into play with minimal effort. 

And the addition of balls provides even more possibilities!

Update: Email the company to notify you when back in stock.

Flu Season Reminders

Sending germs and bacteria down the drain.

Well done and offers tips you may be forgetting to use.

Watch this short video.

And this one, too.

One Heck of a Rat Catcher

For Sale:  One Completely Useless Cat!

Again, Paul and Richard are to thank!  WONDERFUL!!!

Always Wear Your Seat Belt.

Brilliant and Beautiful.  

Thanks again to Paul and Richard!

Best of Show: International Wildlife Film Festival

Video by Scott Mckinley Productions, Produced for Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation for Ad campaign. Licensed music by Kenny G. This short video won Grand Prize - Best of Show at International Wildlife Film Festival in Missoula Montana.The majority was shot on location in Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park and The National Elk Refuge in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

Beautifully done.  Thank you, Paul and Richard!

The Day That Albert Einstein Feared Has Arrived.

Thank you, SB.

You Are Why You Eat.

Excellent information. Well worth watching!

Fill the New Year with Happy Reminders

Lovely, Lovely Idea!

Thank you, Judi.  Excellent concept.

Dietbet. Tomorrow's Test Run Has Begun.

Yep, I'm in. I'll let you know how it goes! 28 days to lose 4% of my weight. This I can do. I think.

Let's Dance with Matt.

Remember this crazy, wonderful fellow from earlier posts? Note that you can sign up to dance with him when he's in town! 

One more exercise opportunity for the New Year!

I think you'll also enjoy reading more about Matt!

Read the rest of his story.

Thanks, Nancy, for reminding me about Matt Harding!

The Challenge of Choosing Now Simplified

Completely commonsense but rarely compiled.  This is terrific info for the New Year.

Read the rest of this excellent article.

Access the similarities.

Brilliant, Anne!  Thank you so much!