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You want to know one of the most useful secrets in life? You need to get people personalized gifts instead of just buying everyone you know the exact same present every year. Seriously, you wouldn’t believe what a difference it can make. And that is why we are so successful at life– that type of insight and wisdom is hardly common! And this concludes our Glenn Beck imitation hour.

Sleep in a new bed every night! That’s right, you need to try adjustable beds. They are just like normal beds, but they are adjustable. And that makes every night an adventure. Or something along those lines. Speaking of silly ideas, has anybody been paying attention to the latest Brett Favre saga? He is a ridiculous drama queen… but the guy can play quarterback.

And just when you thought you had seen it all, there go four bears sailing down the river on massage tables. Or was it just a dream? Quick, check and make sure you still have your top and that it spins like it’s supposed to. Otherwise you might be stuck in someone else’s dream. And that wouldn’t be good at all.

If you haven’t seen this story yet, check this out:

SEOUL (AFP) — A triumphant North Korea on Tuesday broadcast footage of its controversial rocket launch as state press reported Kim Jong-Il wept tears of regret that the money it cost could not have been used to help his people.

I’m sure ol’ Kimmy was all broken up at the prospect of depriving his citizens of a potential quality of life increase.  No doubt he was similarly distressed after building each of his 17 palaces.

Also, speaking of wasted money that could have helped his people, did you know that Kim Jong-Il is an avid golfer?  Apparently averages 3-4 holes-in-one per round… according to North Korean State Media (who also attribute six full-length operas to the multi-talented dictator.)

All of this is according to his Wikipedia entry, which has another indicator of Il’s thrift:

The BBC reported that Konstantin Pulikovsky, a Russian emissary who traveled with Kim across Russia by train, told reporters that Kim had live lobsters air-lifted to the train every day, which he ate with silver chopsticks.

Sounds like a great guy!

Well known right-winger Howard Ahmanson recently left the GOP to join the Democratic party.  Interesting– but it doesn’t make a whole lot of sense to us.  Why do people feel the need to align themselves with one of the two major parties?

Here are seven good reasons I’m a registered Independent (and you should be too!):

1.)  Because my views span the political spectrum.  For instance, I’m personally very concerned about the environment, for obvious reasons– I want my kids to have a planet to live on! I believe that, economically speaking, less government interference is generally better. I’m pro-life and also pro-welfare– but I think that the system needs some serious tweaking.  Welfare should only help those who legitimately CAN’T help themselves, or people that ARE working and need temporary assistance.  I don’t find these views contradictory.

2.)  Because I enjoy being wanted.  You know it’s true… you hear it every election cycle:  “He’s got to win the swing voters”.  If you’re a registered party member, your candidate takes you for granted.  It’s just like when you’ve been dating someone for too long and you don’t appreciate them as much as you used to.  Well, lovers of the GOP and DNC– your significant other DEFINITELY takes you for granted.  Dump him and see how hard he works to get you back.

3.)  Because Ann Coulter says that “swing voters” are “idiot voters”.  If Ann says it, you know it CAN’T be true.  Her statement alone should be enough to show you the light.

4.)  Because I’m TRULY pro-life.  That’s right, I’m against abortion.  I’m also opposed to unnecessary war and the death penalty.

5.)  Because being a party “member” implies unconditional support.  If you’re a registered republican, guess what:  I’m going to assume you’re a ‘Dubya’ lover until you convince me otherwise.  As an independent, you don’t get stuck having to defend crappy politicians.

6.)  Because the more independents there are, the more likely it is that a third party will emerge as a serious player.  It’s simple math.  More independents=less major party members=less ground for a third party to make up– and more potential supporters.

7.)  Because both parties have failed.  The GOP has run the country into the ground recently, but the Democrats have been along for the ride.  BOTH PARTIES deserve a large share of the blame for our current situation.  Neither one of them deserves our support.  Instead, we should toss out the trash and look for real leaders to make our country great again.

Anybody else counting down the days until the NFL season kicks off? I know I can’t wait… nothing better then Sunday afternoon watching the Vikings on our Samsung HDTV. Good old Brett Favre. It turns out his ankle injury is going to be clearing up just in time for him to join the team after they break camp. Pretty nice timing if you ask me.

New York Fashion Week is not too far off. I’ve been so excited, that I’ve been spending hours looking at galleries of the featured designer’s past lines. I was shocked by some of them, that looked more like horse tack than clothing. Some of them, however, were breath-taking. Vera Wang never stops amazing me. Her elegance is so unique, and yet she continues to come out with original stuff.

I was in Virginia last week, staying with my in-laws last. They have this beautiful cabin, with all rustic furniture, right on a huge lake. Our days consisted of waking up early and going fishing, tubing and skiing, and eating meals outside with the lake as our backdrop. I don’t think I could have planned a better vacation to just relax and spend time with family. It was one of the most peaceful weeks I’ve had.

Tired of hearing about multivitamins? Well, you are an idiot. Multivitamins are the best thing that has ever happened to humanity. Forget broccoli and zucchini and all that nasty slimy green stuff. Just pop a vitamin every day and you are good. Or so we choose to believe, but keep in mind that we have no medical training and a minimal amount of common sense.