So good. Thank you Stephen Colbert.
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Rick and Dick Hoyt Halted One Mile from the Finish Line
The Hoyts have provided Boston with inspiration for years. Yesterday the Hoyts were running great when the race was stopped, and spectators provided them with help and a ride...
Quoted from Mass Live Team Hoyt - Rick and Dick Hoyt - stopped 1 mile short of Boston Marathon finish line; inundated with support from public
Quoted from Mass Live Team Hoyt - Rick and Dick Hoyt - stopped 1 mile short of Boston Marathon finish line; inundated with support from public
As a tribute to those who lost their lives and as an example to those responsible for Monday’s bombing about the spirit and strength of America, the elder Hoyt says it would be an honor for them to finish the race one day.
“I think it will mean a lot to lot of people,” Dick Hoyt said by telephone Tuesday morning. "If they ask us, we are ready."
Known as Team Hoyt, the 73-year-old father and his 51-year-old son have been running and competing in triathlons and marathons for more than three decades, inspiring people around the world with their story of perseverance.
Over the past 18 hours, Dick Hoyt said, he and Rick Hoyt have been deluged by well-wishers, supporters and members of the media clamoring for their perspective on the marathon bombing.
The Hoyts’ run on Monday was halted about a mile short of the finish line in downtown Boston, and the Hoyts were only able to make it back to their hotel thanks to a helpful bystander with an SUV who volunteered to give them a ride.
Monday, April 15, 2013
Quotes from Edgar Allan Poe
Those who dream by day are cognizant of many things that escape those who dream only at night.
All that we see or seem is but a dream within a dream.
If you wish to forget anything on the spot, make a note that this thing is to be remembered.
I have great faith in fools; self-confidence my friends call it.
Experience has shown, and a true philosophy will always show, that a vast, perhaps the larger portion of the truth arises from the seemingly irrelevant.
I am above the weakness of seeking to establish a sequence of cause and effect, between the disaster and the atrocity.
Poetry is the rhythmical creation of beauty in words.
Stupidity is a talent for misconception.
It is by no means an irrational fancy that, in a future existence, we shall look upon what we think our present existence, as a dream.
To vilify a great man is the readiest way in which a little man can himself attain greatness.
There is an eloquence in true enthusiasm.
Of puns it has been said that those who most dislike them are those who are least able to utter them.
With me poetry has not been a purpose, but a passion.
All that we see or seem is but a dream within a dream.
If you wish to forget anything on the spot, make a note that this thing is to be remembered.
I have great faith in fools; self-confidence my friends call it.
Experience has shown, and a true philosophy will always show, that a vast, perhaps the larger portion of the truth arises from the seemingly irrelevant.
I am above the weakness of seeking to establish a sequence of cause and effect, between the disaster and the atrocity.
Poetry is the rhythmical creation of beauty in words.
Stupidity is a talent for misconception.
It is by no means an irrational fancy that, in a future existence, we shall look upon what we think our present existence, as a dream.
To vilify a great man is the readiest way in which a little man can himself attain greatness.
There is an eloquence in true enthusiasm.
Of puns it has been said that those who most dislike them are those who are least able to utter them.
With me poetry has not been a purpose, but a passion.
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Nature Photographer Wyman Meinzer - Insight Into Photographing the Land and Sky
From Texas Parks and Recreation, Wyman Meinzer gives intesting take on nature photography.
Saturday, April 13, 2013
Photographs of Bennington Vermont
Cloudy day photographs of Bennington Vermont...
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| Bennington Monument |
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| Apple Orchard |
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| Robert Frost's Grave |
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| John Stark |
Friday, April 12, 2013
Please Move those Pesky Deer Crossing Signs
Woman calls into radio station requesting that deer crossing signs be moved somewhere safer, like small towns. So silly...
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Monday, April 8, 2013
Ninja Stalking Cat
This video has been around the Internet for a while, and could be considered a web classic. Cat stalks camera, but does it in an undetectable ninja style...
Margaret Thatcher Quotes - In Memoriam 1925 - 2013
If you want something said, ask a man; if you want something done, ask a woman.
I am in politics because of the conflict between good and evil, and I believe that in the end good will triumph.
To wear your heart on your sleeve isn't a very good plan; you should wear it inside, where it functions best.
Being powerful is like being a lady. If you have to tell people you are, you aren't.
There can be no liberty unless there is economic liberty.
I always cheer up immensely if an attack is particularly wounding because I think, well, if they attack one personally, it means they have not a single political argument left.
Pennies do not come from heaven. They have to be earned here on earth.
If my critics saw me walking over the Thames they would say it was because I couldn't swim.
I am extraordinarily patient, provided I get my own way in the end.
I usually make up my mind about a man in ten seconds, and I very rarely change it.
I love argument, I love debate. I don't expect anyone just to sit there and agree with me, that's not their job.
Disciplining yourself to do what you know is right and important, although difficult, is the highroad to pride, self-esteem, and personal satisfaction.
I am in politics because of the conflict between good and evil, and I believe that in the end good will triumph.
To wear your heart on your sleeve isn't a very good plan; you should wear it inside, where it functions best.
Being powerful is like being a lady. If you have to tell people you are, you aren't.
There can be no liberty unless there is economic liberty.
I always cheer up immensely if an attack is particularly wounding because I think, well, if they attack one personally, it means they have not a single political argument left.
Pennies do not come from heaven. They have to be earned here on earth.
If my critics saw me walking over the Thames they would say it was because I couldn't swim.
I am extraordinarily patient, provided I get my own way in the end.
I usually make up my mind about a man in ten seconds, and I very rarely change it.
I love argument, I love debate. I don't expect anyone just to sit there and agree with me, that's not their job.
Disciplining yourself to do what you know is right and important, although difficult, is the highroad to pride, self-esteem, and personal satisfaction.
Sunday, April 7, 2013
Costa Rican Sloth Sanctuary
Such a unique animal, this video gives the perspective of the sloth from those who work and volunteer at a Sloth sactuary in Costa Rica...
Thursday, April 4, 2013
Witty Will Rogers Quotes
If you want to be successful, it's just this simple. Know what you are doing. Love what you are doing. And believe in what you are doing.
The only difference between death and taxes is that death doesn't get worse every time Congress meets.
Everything is changing. People are taking their comedians seriously and the politicians as a joke.
Good judgment comes from experience, and a lot of that comes from bad judgment.
Don't let yesterday use up too much of today.
I don't make jokes. I just watch the government and report the facts.
Alexander Hamilton started the U.S. Treasury with nothing, and that was the closest our country has ever been to being even.
We will never have true civilization until we have learned to recognize the rights of others.
About all I can say for the United States Senate is that it opens with a prayer and closes with an investigation.
Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there.
A man only learns in two ways, one by reading, and the other by association with smarter people.
I bet after seeing us, George Washington would sue us for calling him "father."
The more you observe politics, the more you've got to admit that each party is worse than the other.
Do the best you can, and don't take life too serious.
The only difference between death and taxes is that death doesn't get worse every time Congress meets.
Everything is changing. People are taking their comedians seriously and the politicians as a joke.
Good judgment comes from experience, and a lot of that comes from bad judgment.
Don't let yesterday use up too much of today.
I don't make jokes. I just watch the government and report the facts.
Alexander Hamilton started the U.S. Treasury with nothing, and that was the closest our country has ever been to being even.
We will never have true civilization until we have learned to recognize the rights of others.
About all I can say for the United States Senate is that it opens with a prayer and closes with an investigation.
Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there.
A man only learns in two ways, one by reading, and the other by association with smarter people.
I bet after seeing us, George Washington would sue us for calling him "father."
The more you observe politics, the more you've got to admit that each party is worse than the other.
Do the best you can, and don't take life too serious.
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Impressive Footage of 2010 Icelandic Volcano
In 2010 the volcano Eyjafjallajökull erupted. It put so much ash in the air that it closed European air space. Below a video showing part of this eruption...
Tuesday, April 2, 2013
A Dozen Great Thomas Edison Quotes
Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.
I have far more respect for the person with a single idea who gets there than for the person with a thousand ideas who does nothing.
Many of life's failures are experienced by people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.
There are no rules here, we're just trying to accomplish something.
The only time I really become discouraged is when I think of all the things I would like to do and the little time I have in which to do them.
Maturity is often more absurd than youth and very frequently is most unjust to youth.
The dove is my emblem.... I want to save and advance human life, not destroy it.... I am proud of the fact that I never invented weapons to kill.
Its obvious that we don't know one millionth of one percent about anything.
I believe that the science of chemistry alone almost proves the existence of an intelligent creator.
Be courageous! Whatever setbacks America has encountered, it has always emerged as a stronger and more prosperous nation.... Be brave as your fathers before you. Have faith and go forward!
If parents pass enthusiasm along to their children, they will leave them an estate of incalculable value.
Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration.
I have far more respect for the person with a single idea who gets there than for the person with a thousand ideas who does nothing.
Many of life's failures are experienced by people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.
There are no rules here, we're just trying to accomplish something.
The only time I really become discouraged is when I think of all the things I would like to do and the little time I have in which to do them.
Maturity is often more absurd than youth and very frequently is most unjust to youth.
The dove is my emblem.... I want to save and advance human life, not destroy it.... I am proud of the fact that I never invented weapons to kill.
Its obvious that we don't know one millionth of one percent about anything.
I believe that the science of chemistry alone almost proves the existence of an intelligent creator.
Be courageous! Whatever setbacks America has encountered, it has always emerged as a stronger and more prosperous nation.... Be brave as your fathers before you. Have faith and go forward!
If parents pass enthusiasm along to their children, they will leave them an estate of incalculable value.
Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration.
Sunday, March 31, 2013
Saturday, March 30, 2013
Dogs Welcome Home Soldiers
Dogs reunited with their soldier...
Notices in video can be 'x-ed' out via their top right corner.
Notices in video can be 'x-ed' out via their top right corner.
Friday, March 29, 2013
Maru the Cat Tries to Fit Into Small Boxes
Cats love boxes, but Maru the cat takes that to extremes by attempting to get into boxes that clearly don't fit...
Thursday, March 28, 2013
12 Robert Frost Quotes
In three words I can sum up everything I've learned about life: it goes on.
A person will sometimes devote all his life to the development of one part of his body - the wishbone.
But I have promises to keep, and miles to go before I sleep, and miles to go before I sleep.
A diplomat is a man who always remembers a woman's birthday but never remembers her age.
A bank is a place where they lend you an umbrella in fair weather and ask for it back when it begins to rain.
The greatest thing in family life is to take a hint when a hint is intended-and not to take a hint when a hint isn't intended.
Don't ever take a fence down until you know why it was put up.
Thinking isn't agreeing or disagreeing. That's voting.
The world is full of willing people; some willing to work, the rest willing to let them.
There never was any heart truly great and generous, that was not also tender and compassionate.
I hold it to be the inalienable right of anybody to go to hell in his own way.
Two roads diverged in a wood and I - I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.
A person will sometimes devote all his life to the development of one part of his body - the wishbone.
But I have promises to keep, and miles to go before I sleep, and miles to go before I sleep.
A diplomat is a man who always remembers a woman's birthday but never remembers her age.
A bank is a place where they lend you an umbrella in fair weather and ask for it back when it begins to rain.
The greatest thing in family life is to take a hint when a hint is intended-and not to take a hint when a hint isn't intended.
Don't ever take a fence down until you know why it was put up.
Thinking isn't agreeing or disagreeing. That's voting.
The world is full of willing people; some willing to work, the rest willing to let them.
There never was any heart truly great and generous, that was not also tender and compassionate.
I hold it to be the inalienable right of anybody to go to hell in his own way.
Two roads diverged in a wood and I - I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Motivational - If You Never Failed You Never Lived
Motivational video shows a number people who have faced adversity and overcome it....
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Monday, March 25, 2013
Sunday, March 24, 2013
Nature Photographer Russell Graves - Texas Parks and Wildlife
Russell Graves gives tips and insights into nature photography. Includes many of his beautiful photogrpahs.
Saturday, March 23, 2013
12 Eleanor Roosevelt Quotes...
With the new day comes new strength and new thoughts.
We gain strength, and courage, and confidence by each experience in which we really stop to look fear in the face... we must do that which we think we cannot.
No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.
You have to accept whatever comes and the only important thing is that you meet it with courage and with the best that you have to give.
Freedom makes a huge requirement of every human being. With freedom comes responsibility. For the person who is unwilling to grow up, the person who does not want to carry is own weight, this is a frightening prospect.
One's philosophy is not best expressed in words; it is expressed in the choices one makes... and the choices we make are ultimately our responsibility.
We are afraid to care too much, for fear that the other person does not care at all.
It is not fair to ask of others what you are not willing to do yourself.
People grow through experience if they meet life honestly and courageously. This is how character is built.
It is better to light a candle than curse the darkness.
The giving of love is an education in itself.
Remember always that you not only have the right to be an individual, you have an obligation to be one.
We gain strength, and courage, and confidence by each experience in which we really stop to look fear in the face... we must do that which we think we cannot.
No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.
You have to accept whatever comes and the only important thing is that you meet it with courage and with the best that you have to give.
Freedom makes a huge requirement of every human being. With freedom comes responsibility. For the person who is unwilling to grow up, the person who does not want to carry is own weight, this is a frightening prospect.
One's philosophy is not best expressed in words; it is expressed in the choices one makes... and the choices we make are ultimately our responsibility.
We are afraid to care too much, for fear that the other person does not care at all.
It is not fair to ask of others what you are not willing to do yourself.
People grow through experience if they meet life honestly and courageously. This is how character is built.
It is better to light a candle than curse the darkness.
The giving of love is an education in itself.
Remember always that you not only have the right to be an individual, you have an obligation to be one.
Friday, March 22, 2013
Free Diving with Seals
Free diver provides a unique perspective on the seals that she is swimming with...
Thursday, March 21, 2013
Tornado Photography
Impressive storm chaser video leads up to some remarkable tornado photography...
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Super Cute Kitten Versus Two Apples
Super cute kitten combine with a great sound track all make for an epic battle between one kitten and two green apples...
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