Holiday Humor '11: Beware of the Doghouse

The holidays are upon us again, and we men are racking our brains to find the perfect gift for our special ladies.  Unfortunately, with the best intentions, because we are men, we often give the worst possible gift.  Once again, I am posting this hilarious JC Penney video for your amusement and enjoyment.  It is one of my favorites.

Wishing all of you, my family, friends and readers, a joyous holiday season and a healthy and prosperous New Year.  And thanks for following my blog!

--Ralph

Veterans Day Tribute 2011

Once again it is time to remember the thousands of men and women of our armed forces who have dedicated and continue to dedicate their lives in the defense of our nation and our way of life.

This is an exciting and invigorating video showing members of all the branches of our military.  Select "Full Screen" and turn your computer volume all the way up.  You'll be on your feet!

The Making of an Airliner

Did you ever wonder how a big airliner is manufactured?  Check out this entertaining video of the manufacture of FLORIDA ONE, a new Boeing 737 for Southwest Airlines.

[My thanks to "Jersey" John Jezsik for forwarding this video]

Hangfire Mishap

Whether for hunting, sport or self defense, thousands of Americans own and operate firearms.  It is a right guaranteed to us by the Second Amendment of the Constitution.  But every year people are injured and killed as a result of firearms mishaps.

Ammunition malfunctions (misfires and hangfires) are rare these days. But they do happen.  Check out the video, below.  This guy is very lucky. Always count to ten with your weapon pointed downrange if it doesn't fire.

[My thanks to Tom Nick for forwarding this video]

Israel Solves Airport Security Privacy Issue

I'm sure this is not true, but it is so clever I thought I'd post it for your entertainment.

The Israelis are developing an airport security device that eliminates the privacy concerns that come with full-body scanners at the airports.  It's an armored booth you step into that will not X-ray you, but will detonate any explosive device you may have on your person.  Israel sees this as a win-win situation for everyone, with none of this crap about racial profiling. It will also eliminate the costs of a long and expensive trial.

Imagine, you're in the airport terminal and you hear a muffled explosion. Shortly thereafter, an announcement: "Attention to all standby passengers, we now have a seat available on flight 670 to London. Shalom!"

[My thanks to Phil Upman for forwarding this]