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Reality:  You do NOT have a pet monkey/chimp in your home – at all.  Why?  These near genetically profiled humans are NOT human!  They have strength sometimes compared to 5-7 times that of an average adult male (human).  These animals (aka: Hominidae family) belong in circuses and zoos not homes.

Sympathy:  I feel very sorry for the victim in this situation because of the life altering changes that have happened and what the future will bring.  My assumption is the chimp’s owner feels very bad for her friend and probably guilty to some extent.

Let me hear from my fellow bloggers on this issue.  Do you feel this owner is somewhat a whack-job for housing a beast, allegedly serving it Xanax-laced tea the day of the attack, or letting it sleep in the same bed with her.

Travis, the chimp.

I want to hear from you guys on this issue.  I’ve been very immature in my vehicle purchases until I woke up and realized ALL of them are a waste of money.  You just have to minimize your wasteful spending to feel somewhat competent.  I’ve had a few American made autos and most were boring, costly on expense, and low trade in value.  After I started buying Honda – wow – the spunk never ended until I dumped my Honda for a Nissan.

So, what do you drive and why?

Yes, many of us called it Circus “duh” So Lay but it is really Cirque du Soleil.  This was the fifth time we’ve seen this group and the performance was called Saltimbanco.  They wore clown-like makeup and did a variety of maneuvers not yet seen by our family.  Not only are these individuals in tip-top shape but they make you cringe each time you see a feat completed only in your dreams.  LOL – I sincerely mean that.  Their band was excellent too.

The eight of us concluded that Delirium was still the best show with a lot more performers.  But, with the nosebleed seats being around $32 and we moved down to the $69 seats since no one bought those – we had a great view.  The seats on the floor were overpriced at $90 but I guess they need to pay these “near 0” body fat individuals something.  Great show and if you were there please let me hear from you.  If not, I wanna hear from you anyway.

Yesterday morning at 1:40am an alleged drunk driver traveling the wrong way on I-255 (IL) plows head-on into a family of 4.  A man, woman, and 9 year old boy were killed in the crash while the 11 year old daughter is still in critical condition.  Why do I repeat such horrific news because I hate drunk drivers.  The driver is being charged on 14 different counts.

If you drink and drive, and are reading this blog go seek help now before you become a killer like this 46 year old drunk.  He supposedly was traveling the wrong way for up to 8 minutes which tells me he must have a somewhat cognizant of what he was doing.  It is amazing how ignorant society is when it comes to alcohol and getting behind the wheel.  I have attached the video from our OLD blogging site’s news station in hopes that we each can be thankful we were home that night.

Here’s the sad thing, this family was together at this time in this area because of the death of a grandmother.  So, they were here for a funeral!  (see video below).

http://www.fox2now.com/video/?autoStart=true&topVideoCa
tNo=default&clipId=3417909

The Bush stimulus plan didn’t do anything for our family.  We took the $1,800 check and just deposited for our doubled Ameren bills happening now.  So, in reality, the economy from our home was still just the same.  And, what do these large corporations really do with any type of bailout funds?  Answer:  They go to exotic places and throw huge parties plus give their executives large bonuses.

Now, what about the Obama stimulus plan?  Some want a 4% mortgage rate on a 30 year Fixed Rate Mortgage (FRM) – will this really help?  Personally, I don’t think it will.  The reason why people are not buying homes is because they have to sell their current one or they are very timid because of their unstable jobs.  Come on folks, the 30 yr FRM in our area (STL) was around 5% for weeks.  Real estate contracts to purchase didn’t increase dramatically.  So, how about stimulating the economy by passing the buck to the taxpayer and not in the form of $1,800, add another zero too it and you’ll see people go crazy.  That’s why some are in trouble because they did go crazy thanks to lenders.

Finally; what do you think of Obama’s new plan to put a cap on executive salaries/bonuses?  I really like it since the main reason why certain corporations are in trouble is because they dish out millions of dollars to the “SUITS” (those dudes doing absolutely nothing to generate revenues).  So, let’s make the top pay of any company no more than that of the POTUS – this will stimulate the job market dramatically.  Those making too much money will retire and then certain folks will be promoted to the $399K per year spot and the bottom levels will be JOB OPENINGS!

You’ve seen various clips on Jessica Simpson and her alleged weight gain.  Is this really news?  Most of you read my New Years Resolution and I am proud to say I am still on track to complete my goals.  (Will list if need be).  So, does this somewhat dingy blonde beauty deserve the right for her physique to change a bit, yes.  The only thing I have against this 28 year old hottie is that she still hasn’t returned my PHONE CALLS!

Britney Spears has been in the news since the Mickey Mouse Club.  She was hot, HOT years ago then married a loser, had 2 too many kids (she’s immature that's why), and she drives about as bad as Lindsay Lohan.  Now, Britney at age 27, is making a comeback both with her music/dancing and her body.  There are various clips of her with her “new” abs.  I got breaking news for you – those abs have always been hers and the new look comes from hard work and great doctors.

Michael Phelps – what a story.  This 23 year old swam better than anyone in Bejing -  even against the 14year old Chinese boys – he still won!  Most recently, he’s been photographed puffing on a bong!  Is this really news?  I would say it’s safe to assume he did not compete the following day (or week) because a blood test would have found “Mary Jane” in his system.  Weren’t some of us like him at his young age?  I WAS, except the only difference was I sank in the water and didn’t have 14 gold medals!

Lastly; I know you think I am crazy for submitting such a blog but for those of you who know me from St. Louis – this is my style (or lack thereof).  Miley Cyrus, only 16 years of age and a huge star mainly among younger fans, obviously needs some parental guidance.  She has been photographed in some close to “naked” photos and other questionable behavior.  What in the heck do you expect from a 16 year old?  LOL – come on – when I was 16 I was concerned about popping my PIMPLES, cruising in my parents 4 door Plymouth Fury, and whose lawn I had to cut the following day to pay for gas!  Ms Cyrus was seen with friends (per news media) pulling back her eyelids – pulling a pun against Asians.  Is this news?  Should it be allowed – I say, hey, we are in America and have our choices to make and we usually learn by that one word we hate to hear – MISTAKES.

(CNN) -- Super Bowl fans in Tucson, Arizona, caught a different kind of show during Sunday's big game.

Just as Cardinals' superstar Larry Fitzgerald watched himself sprint into the end zone on the stadium's Jumbotron during Sunday's Super Bowl, 10 seconds of eye-popping pornographic imagery "flashed" across the screens of those watching at home.

"We are mortified by last evening's Super Bowl interruption, and deeply apologize to our customers for the inappropriate programming," Comcast Cable said in a written statement.

"Our initial investigation suggests this was an isolated malicious act," the statement added.

Comcast, and several local television stations that carried the signal, say they are currently investigating what caused the interruption.

"It appears this material was only viewed by some Comcast customers," local Tucson television station KVOA-TV said in a written statement.

Since our St. Louis Rams STINK royally and were 2-14 this past season, I have no favorites in the Super Bowl.  I do however appreciate good officiating in such a major game.  Do any of you feel that Arizona is getting the short end of the political stick for calls?  Yes, Arizona had 2 calls reversed after review but IF you get the call correct the first time then a review isn't needed to reverse.  There have been many personal foul calls against the Cardinals and none against the Steelers - go figure.

It does look like Pittsburgh will win this game since they are the ones moving the ball, making the plays, and more comfortable on the field.  I would really like to see some better calls by the officials.  Just remember this Super Bowl and the officiating in about 10 - 15 years when these referees retire - there could one of those investigations of someone getting some cash in their pockets (similar to the basketball ref).

I am actually getting bored with the game and will watch a more exciting show - COPS.  Hope to hear from you guys soon.

Phillip Binder allegedly stabbed to death his brother, 35-year-old Charles Binder, in front of other family members in their South Side home.

Phillip Binder first approached his brother Charles outside their home. Assistant Cook County State's Attorney Mike O'Malley said once the two were inside, Phillip Binder took a large knife from the kitchen and plunged it once into his brother's chest.

According to the arrest report, the altercation began over a crack cocaine debt.

What is society coming to – assault and battery because you looked at a person the “wrong way"?  Taking the life of someone because they owed you money?  Come on folks, if this were the case 75%-85% of Americans would be killed by Lending institutions!  Yes, debt being home or equity loan, car loan, even credit card debt. 

After hearing what this 33 year old Chicago man did to his brother – society is nuts!  According to the arrest report, “the altercation began over a crack cocaine debt”!  So, what challenges in life are we really facing?  Do we blame drugs and their effects on the individuals that use them or is it the loan industry being so sleazy in their distribution of loose funds?  Obviously there has to be some sibling rivalry if not hate because we waste $2 a week on nothing.

The end result in this story is one brother has been sentenced – to life!  The perp in this case will have his day (weeks) in court and will hopefully get life in prison or maybe even the “death sentence” handed down to him by a jury – not another sibling.  I want to hear from you, the smartest people on earth, my fellow bloggers!  And yes for those of you who do not know me or my blogging personality – I do like exclamation marks!

It’s been announced that Home Depot (HD) will be cutting about 2% of it’s workforce which is roughly 7,000 jobs.  With a total workforce of nearly 350,000 employees nationwide, they are a large employer and might not be offering any type of severance package.

Unlike other corporations and their excuses for cutting jobs, HD’s Expo business was down even during the housing boom.  Cutting jobs in order to offset lower net profits will temporarily put a fix on fiscal year statements.  "HD's news really reflects what is going on at corporations. Companies have to cut expenses and focus on where they think consumer spending is going to be," said Bill Schultz, CEO with McQueen, Ball & Associates, Inc.

I first will always blame the suits for getting paid too much.  HD’s prior CEO (Bob Nardelli) made a skimpy $25.7 million per year on average.  He left the company and his total compensation package was around $210 million.  Maybe now the financial problem for HD is more evident.  The new CEO (Frank Blake) only brings in a cool $975,000 per year but his annual total compensation package is about $8.9 million.

These numbers are not as massive as the AT&T pay levels were but the FAT does need to be cut at the top.  Please see my blog on AT&T back around December of 2008.  HD has recorded Net Earning in years 2006 through 2008 of (in millions) $5.8, $5.7, and $4.3 respectively.  They claim to be cutting 10% of their “officer ranks” positions – I am just wondering if this will save the “small guy”?

Any thoughts on what corporate America should do?

It has been an embarrassing few months in Illinois with Governor Rod Blagojevich’s personality oozing of narcissism.  This guy thinks he’s done nothing wrong.  And, if by chance he did NOT try to sell the Senate seat then why all the hoopla on national TV talk shows?  The one that I have not heard he’s scheduled on but should be is The Jerry Springer Show.  LOL – ok, I don’t even know if that crazy show is still on the air.

This dude (Governor Rod) wasted hundreds of thousands ($) flying to and from Springfield IL to his home in Chicago land.  When Elliott Davis interviewed him on this wasteful spending, Blagojevich stated that he may not be flying enough.  LOL – right at an estimated $5,800 per day I believe just 1 trip is enough at those Beverly Hill’s prices.  There is something that most of us in all states like to use that costs a lot less – it’s called an AUTOMOBILE!

So, talk shows, game shows, radio stations; Gov Rod will be preaching his innocence on the airwaves and just like OJ – even though the glove didn’t fit – by golly the evidence is quite clear!  Give it up Governor Rod Blagojevich before you lose that $205,000 annual pension check if impeached!

Take time today and this week to call your friends and neighbors that are senior citizens and confirm that they are fine.  I’ve made my calls over the weekend since the temps and snow will be coming to my area (Southern IL).  It is much better to be safe than SORRY – because sorry brings guilt and could have been omitted if laziness didn’t exist. 

JUST DO IT!  Go help those that might need help.  Whether it be a few blankets, a battery in the smoke detector, or just a simple hello – your concern is well worth it!  Thank you for reading my blog and comment like you’re our crazy Governor (Rod Blagojevich).