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August
2, 2004 - You love me, you really love me |
I just wanted to say thanks for
everyone out there for visiting my site. Thanks to y'all, July had
the most hits with 453 and
June trailing in second with 298. Thanks again party peoples and
keep up the hits.
Second item on my agenda today is a new feature: Mail
Call. Here is where I answer my "special" fan mail.
And let me tell you, I've got a humdinger today. So fire up your
email accounts and send me something today...no, not later...NOW!!
Finally, I just thought I would
share this with you all. I was in Target yesterday and I had just
finished checking out. I overheard this lady in the line behind
saying that she was having trouble getting this rather large item out of her
cart.
Cashier: "Ma'am I can scan
that from here."
Woman: (grunting and struggling)
"I almost killed myself trying to get it in the buggy. I
should have got a clerk to help me. But I've got an item under
here that you need to scan."
Seeing an opportunity for a boy
scout badge, I say, "Excuse me ma'am, but I'll be more than
happy to help you get it out."
Woman: (reluctantly)
"Sure...I guess so...thanks."
Me: "Nadda problem, we'll
just sit this (picking it up)...right (straining, feeling a hernia
forming)...here." Lets just say that beast was heavy. I don't
know how she got it in there. So I turn around to see what this
"all important" item was...a $2 pink pencil case.
Without thinking I say, "That's it?!"
Needless to say she turned down my
attempts to help her out to her car.
Get ready to go after Trogdor...it's
Peasant's Quest.
Here
is a look into the world of men. Enjoy.
And they call it the Hurricane...game.
Genius...pure genius.
Awesome Castlevania game.
Taking me back to my NES days.
Not sure if this was an actual
news story,
but incredibly funny.
Alien...in
30 secs...re-enacted by bunnies.
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August
3, 2004 - You can file that under "special" |
Last night a few of us together to
watch Bubba Ho-Tep. A very special movie starring Bruce
Campbell, star of the Evil Dead series. Here is what the back of
the movie says: "Resting in the confines of a Mud Creek, TX,
nursing home after fading into obscurity following his departure
from the limelight, an aging and embittered Elvis befriends a
delusional patient named Jack who claims to be John F. Kennedy.
Elvis finds a new reason to live when Jack tips him off to an evil
mummy that is feasting on the souls of hapless nursing home
inhabitants. Before long the geriatric duo must muster the
strength to fend off the malevolent soul sucker lest they
ultimately fall prey to the fearsome Bubba Ho-Tep." HAHAHA!!
You'll just have to go out and rent that one!
Special site
of the day: Men who look like Kenny Rogers
Take the Citizenship Test
and see if you got what it takes to be a US Citizen!
Man, I didn't have this much fun on
my 23rd birthday.
Now this is a nifty little puzzle
solving game.
How to make
your iPod wireless. Neat-o!!
Speaking of fun...um...no. Hommie
don't play that.
Talk about bringing hanging out to a whole new level.
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August
4, 2004 - It's like your right...man |
So I'm strolling up to Publix
yesterday and there is a guy with blue hair standing there with a
clip board.
Blue Dude: "Excuse me, but are
you a registered voter?"
Me: "Ummm....yeah."
Blue Dude: "Great! Would you
sign a petition to legalize mariju..."
Me: (walking away) "No."
(mumbling) "Dirty hippies."
Sorry man, but I'm not about to put
my name down on your paper to support your habit.
And in other news, I knew it was
coming, I could feel it in me bones...Arch Nemesis #1 strikes
again. [insert grumblings and shaking the fist here]
By a show of hands, how many
remember Pass the Pigs game?
Pig out!!
Spider Man vs. Doc Oct...completely
done by legos.
"He's a lucky man."
Yes, indeed.
(shameless Republican plug) You
know, now that you mention it, this
does seem true.
Get your circle to the square game.
"Now, do I cut
the red wire or the black wire?"
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August
5, 2004 - Very Interesting |
Updated Mail
Call today. And based on that email, I give you my thoughts
for today:
You know, it isn't often that I come up
with something of this magnitude. But let me run this by you:
Gilligan's Island was the blueprint for reality TV. Now, work with
me here and think outside the box. You've got a rather large man
(Skipper) with a fowl temper, a skinny dork (Gilligan) that the
ladies love, a millionaire and his stuck-up wife (Mr. and Mrs.
Howell), a movie star (Ginger), someone with an education
(Professor), and a country bumpkin (Mary Ann). Still with me? So
what do you do? Put them on a deserted island. Think about
it. No, really, think about it.
Dag'gum wipper snappers. Where's my
cane?!
I can't believe some people
actually buy this stuff.
Oh wait, yes I can. I've got some from Climax if anyone wants it.
Another one of those platform
jumping games.
Oh, the irony...and your tax
dollars hard at work.
Now this is really cool. This
family has taken their photo
since 1976.
Interesting game:
Jack Hammer Rampage.
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August
6, 2004 - Hangover? |
You know, I think I
"stumbled" upon something this morning. I'm going to
call it: Videogame Hangover. As you may or may not know, Doom 3
came out this week. Yes, its the new hotness which makes Far Cry
old and busted. Anyways, the game instructions clearly state that I have
to play D3 in the dark, with my surround sound turned up, and my door
locked. So I've followed all those directions with the exception
of the locked door. Should I keel over it may be a few days before
Artie notices a funky smell. Being that I'm a working man and all,
the only time I get to play is at night before I go to bed. So
right there I'm automatically sleep deprived which means I'm going
to wake up in a zombie-like state, stumbling around and not making
any sense until I gets me coffee. Then you add in the fact that
I'm playing a game chock full of eye candy in the dark. Well,
there's your headache when I wake up. And your wrists start to
hurt like you tripped and fell the night before. All-in-all its
not a bad way to get a "hangover" and you don't have the
associated gastro-intestinal problems that you get from drinking
too much alcohol. Anyways, I've got to go find the aspirin (and
yes, I know that's sad).
Check out the sixth
installment of Ramblings of a 6th Year Senior.
Also, Happy Birthday Kyle. We
really enjoyed your rendition
of the Sugar Plum Fairy. Here's a group shot.
I realize that most, if not all,
you y'all can't read this,
but just check out the pictures.
Great Knights of Columbus! Its a
Chinese penguin game.
WWI Claims another life.
Honestly, this is about the 5th time I've posted an article like
this.
Speaking of, yet another tale
of stolen construction equipment.
Woo hoo! Its Action Fishing time.
Finally be sure to check out this
virtual flip book.
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August
9, 2004 - Crazy Weekend |
Well boys and girls. It shaped up to
be one heck of a weekend. I'm sure it had nothing to do with
frisbee golf on campus with a hint of dumpster/grocery cart riding
(pics forthcoming), running across the Doak in the wee hours of
the morning, and being transported down Tennessee Street in a
trunk. It probably would have been better if Rae could hack
staying up all night. But its ok, I know that you are getting old
like the rest of us. Maybe next time right?
Mail Call!! I've got a new email
to share with you all.
Down South, we usually use
shotguns.
Moose VS Chevy Lumina. Wow...I'm
at a loss for words.
Not so much a game,
but should keep you entertained for hours.
Matt, this link's
for you.
3D car driving type game.
"Hey kid, gimme
your lunch money." Wash, rinse, and repeat.
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August
10, 2004 - [Missing] |
Sorry boys and girls but some how I accidentally
deleted this day's posting.
Its now lost in a whirlwind of 1s and 0s. Alas, we knew this
posting well.
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August
11, 2004 - Public Service Announcements |
I figured that for today I would use
my webmasterness for the powers of awesome. Here are today's
public service announcements:
Tropical Storm Bonnie and Charley are currently brewing in the
Gulf of Mexico region and expected to make landfall in FL.
Forecasts have predicated some localized flooding. They are also
recommending that you stock up on batteries, water, ammo, your
favorite tasty beverage, and non-perishable food. Furthermore, if
your area is susceptible to flooding, experts say to place all of
your important items in waterproof containers. You'll need the
bigger Tupperware containers for your dog...cats can fend for
themselves since they love water.
Also, don't forget that its West Nile/Mosquito season. Please be
sure to empty out items in your yard that contain water and wrap
yourself in saran wrap for maximum protection. Finally,
the Homeland Security Advisory System is at Elevated Condition
(Yellow). Elevated Condition is
declared when there is a significant risk of terrorist attacks.
That means to keep your dogs well trained and your guns loaded but
on safety.
Take your farewell ride in style.
A little unusual but fun to play...nice
graphics too.
Man, a true Cinderella story.
Check out Martha Steward's begging
for the judge to go easy on her.
An online SimCity clone
called Super City Planner.
Proof that you need some level of
skill to jack
a car.
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August
12, 2004 - Investigative Report (Lengthy Post) |
Just for the record, I don't normally
read these things. But this one caught my eye and I couldn't help
myself. So I got an email the other day and the subject line was,
"Christian Debt Management." Hmmm...I think I smell a
new low here. Curiosity got the best of me and I clicked the open
link to find this inside. A
few things to note here. I really like how they more concerned
with getting you on the path of financial security as opposed to spiritual
security. And don't forget the verse. The full passage is "Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our
debtors," which is actually taken from the Lord's Prayer.
I think you can figure that one out.
Next, I decided to pay their website
a little visit. I looked through their entire website and I didn't
find one reference to anything Christian related. Even the half
quoted Bible verse was no where to be found. Now things are
getting interesting. Time to call their 1-800 number and pose as a
debt ridden American in desperate need.
Recording: "Welcome. You have
reached Christian Debt Management. Please stay on the line for an
operator to assist you."
Operator: "Hello my name is
Sarah and how may I help you today."
Me: "I'm looking into getting
some debt relief but I have a few questions first. Is there
someone I can talk to first before I get the process
started?"
Sarah: "Sure, but I have to
ask you three questions first. How much, approximately, are you in
debt."
Me: " I have about $17K in accumulated
credit card debt.
Sarah: "Ok, great. What state
do you live in?"
Me: "FL."
Sarah: "Sorry, but we aren't licensed
in FL." (Side Note: Their address on the website is in FL.)
Me: "Oh, what about GA because
I'm moving there due to work?"
Sarah: "Yes, we are licensed
in GA. Finally, have you ever filled out the form on the
website?"
Me: "Nope, sure
haven't"
Sarah: "Ok then, let me
transfer you to someone who can answer your questions."
Some Guy: "Good morning, my
name is Jeff and how can I help you?"
Me: "Hey Jeff, I have a few
questions for you. First of all, how does your organization differ from, say,
AmeriDebt, that offers similar packages?"
Jeff: "Well, I've never worked
for any other debt consolation firm before. But let me tell you
how we work." [insert five minute speech full of jargon and
BS]. Now, I'm not asking for any personal information, but who is
your current creditor, your balance due, and amount of monthly
payments?"
Me: "Wait, I have one more
question. So what exactly does the 'Christian' mean in your name?
What are your beliefs and why did you choose to use that in your
company name?"
Jeff: (long period of silence)
"Because we are a non-profit Christian
organization."
Me: "So that's supposed to
give me a warm fuzzy since you'll be handling my debt?"
Jeff: (another long period of
silence) "So how about that infor.."
Me: (click)
Umm...yeah...I think Jeff knew that
I had figured him out. Oh well, its not 60 Minutes material, but a
fun learning experience. Learn well from this my young padawans.
Funky website where people take pics
of thrown away mattresses.
Really fun remake of the classic
Lemmings game.
You'll wake the dead
for crying out loud.
What airplane safety signs
really mean.
Try your hand
at Canyon Gliding.
Sorry, but this
only works in the movies.
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August
13, 2004 - Happy Friday The 13th |
Cha, cha, cha...
Today's Public Service Announcements
are brought to you by the letters R, U and N and the number 3.
This weekend I highly recommend
that you stay away from any camp grounds next to lakes...especially
any named Crystal Lake. Furthermore, people wielding machetes and
wearing hockey masks may be hazardous to your health.
Also, Tropical Storm Bonnie was a
complete dud. I mean, I didn't even see a tree limb fall. Geez,
what a let down. On the other hand, it appears that Hurricane
Charley is going to low blow the Tampa area. Might I suggest the
Duck and Cover method? This method is also applicable to
earthquakes, meteors, atomic blasts, and rabid monkeys. As for
your small pets, rope and cinder blocks should do the trick. As
for cats, they are built to withstand up to a Category 5 hurricane
because they always land on their feet...always.
Check out the seventh
installment of Ramblings of a 6th Year Senior.
So wrong yet so funny (and true),
its the Miss
Georgia Sex Offenders 2004 Pageant.
Nighttime
motorcycle racing game.
Oops, my bad.
Interesting
survey
of the music preference of computer nerds.
I wish you
all the luck with this game.
[insert grumblings here]
Proof that
cats always land on their feet.
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August
16, 2004 - Here's the Deal |
It's Monday. I had a long and very
eventful weekend. And its going to be a long week with Orientation Week at FSU and
related activities at CCF. Not to mention the fact that school starts back up next week.
So today's posting is going to be short and sweet.
Mail Call!! I've got a new email
to share with you all.
Its Strong Bad
Email #111!
For all the incoming Freshmen this
year, this link
is for you.
Badabing, badaboom! Puzzle type game.
Oops, my bad.
In case you ever wanted to know how
to calculate
star dates.
Pharoah's Tomb game.
Has everything but the curse.
Pre-school version
of the Great Escape.
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August
17, 2004 - Near Miss |
Well boys and girls, you almost had
one heck of a rant for today. I woke up this morning and decided
to check how much I owe FSU for Fall semester. You know, so I
start grubbing for quarters at the bus stop. I'll save the
"cost of tuition" rant for another day. Anyways, I bebop
my way over to the website and it says that I don't owe them
anything. At first I was like, "Woo hoo!" Then it dawned
on me that probably means I'm not registered for classes. Then
came the depressing thought that I wouldn't be able to get my
student football tickets. And I was sad. Something must be wrong
somewhere. I tried to access the site again and it was down.
Great, just great. It's 5:30 AM and I don't know if I'm going to
have class next week. So I wait...and wait...and wait...for almost
two hours for the site to come back up. I check again and yep, I
owe them money. I guess its not all bad. In the meantime, you can
make all donations payable to Cash.
Mail Call!! I've got another new email
to share with you all.
Be the coolest kid on your block and rice out your bike.
Try your hand at parallel parking.
Now you can get all the ladies...including
the ones that don't shave their pits.
Interesting airplane landings and
take-offs message board.
Mega Man vs. Metroid - a very
awesome flash game.
Bad advertising fails thief.
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August
18, 2004 - Shifting Gears |
Instead of me complaining about
someone or ranting about something, today I'm going to do a
praise. Yep. A positive posting. How about that? So here goes
(please note that I may be a little rusty at this):
Yesterday when I was out checking
my site stats, Yahoo! left me a little present. They upped my
website space from 50 MB to 2000MB and my monthly transfer rates.
Yahoo! also threw in some new tools and other little options. And
the good part is that I don't have to pay anything for it.
Basically, that means that I'll be able to add more content to the
website and maybe those big productions the good senior is always
talking about.
And in other news, I have updated
the Name the Column Contest with all the submissions
I have received thus far. I've heard rumors that I woman might
step up but I haven't confirmed yet. In the meantime, keep sending
me name suggestions.
What High School Stereotype Are You Quiz?
Mega Man vs. Ghosts and Goblins game.
Classic neighbor feuding.
A Snake vs. a Black Widow. [insert
chantings here]
Ah, nothing like a classic game
of Reversi.
Some people just never learn.
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August
19, 2004 - Start Your Engines |
You know, most people get to enjoy the
slow process of getting out of bed in the mornings, milking the
snooze button for all its worth, and possibly a cup of coffee. As
for me, I really enjoy getting those early morning pages that say
the entire network down and that the users are rounding up a posse
with pitchforks and torches. Yes siree, that's what gets me moving
in the mornings.
Well, that or Mexican food.
I realize that's a pitiful rant, but I'm working on adding the
rest of my Arch Nemesis. So stay tuned for that.
Look! Its revenge of the tattooed
nerds!! Side note: Come on Artie. If you were are true Mac fan,
you would go the distance.
Not really a game,
but its Virtual Knee Replacement Surgery!
Traffic jam caused by a what?
Now this is a truly awesome website.
You type in your message and the website will sing it back to you
using clips from different songs.
A nifty strategy game
called Proximity.
Congratulations!! You won!! Just
come on down to claim
your prize.
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August
20, 2004 - w00t |
Do you smell that? Oh yeah, its
Friday. Tomorrow is Saturday and yesterday was payday. That makes
today the yummy sandwich filling in the bread of life. Sadly, I
did hear one of the most depressing things I've ever heard of.
Last night Artie was like, "Yes!! Tomorrow is Friday!!! No,
wait, I have to work Saturday and Sunday." You could just see
the big red Family Feud X and
buzzing sound pop up. Artie's final thoughts of the matter,
"Is it sad that I haven't even gone to bed and I'm already
thinking about making coffee in the morning." No, no it
isn't.
As a man of my word, today I give you Arch
Nemesis #7.
Finally, check back later on today
and see if his Sixth Yearness quit slacking and sent me a
rambling.
Official Rules
for Calling Shotgun!
East Bound and Down! Its a truck
driving game.
With nothing better to do, this guy
has scanned all of his Wal-Mart receipts.
Its the Monster Munch.
One more reason to lock and load
for tree rats.
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August
23, 2004 - Back to School |
Well boys and girls, today is the
first day of class at FSU. That's right, all across campus this
morning people are grumbling about having to get up for class. As
for me, I woke up this morning grumbling about having to go to
work. In all honesty, I would rather be going to an 8 AM class. At
least that way I could sleep in. But I'm ready for class.
I've got my books, pencils, paper, calculator, pocket protector, and most
importantly, student football tickets. Good luck to everyone
starting class today and at least try to look interested in class.
Its back!! Artie'cles: More
Thoughts from the Blotter!
Teeny Tiny Girl Squad
and a new Marzipan's Answering Machine.
Preparing for Emergencies: What you
need to know.
El Emigrante: The Immigration game
(wrong on many levels).
What not to do when driving.
Now you can wear shoes
like Dexter's Mom.
Insaniquarium game.
Awesome mouse clicking fun.
Down...set...hike?
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August
24, 2004 - Just for the record |
Low carb ice cream sucks. I went to
Publix the other day to pick up some materials for dinner. I
figured it would be a good idea to snag some ice cream while I was
there. So I ran over to the first freezer I saw and grabbed some
Cookies and Cream. It wasn't until I got home that someone pointed
out that it was low carb ice cream. Eh, its ice cream. How many
carbs could ice cream have? Apparently a lot. I've had ice that
tasted better than that stuff.
Mail Call!! I've got another new email
to share with you all.
Get your WRFF
on.
1992: A remake of the classic 1942
arcade game.
Oh the irony of this
headline.
"NAAFA
WILL be a FORCE to be reckoned with and a VOICE for all Americans
of size!"
City Jumper game.
Oh yeah, more irony here
too.
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August
25, 2004 - Happy Campers |
Wow, there are going to be some happy
campers this football season. Apparently, FSU has released a
statement saying that Doak Campbell Stadium is a smoke-free zone.
This is to better comply with state regulations. Now here is the
kicker. Its also a new University policy that people can't smoke
on the decks or sky boxes. Man, that's going to suck for some
fans. Oh well, you want some cheese to go with that whine?
Interesting article on how
companies got their name.
Taking you back in time, its a
virtual Lite-Brite.
Sucker!! I guess this guy
never watched any movies.
What??
Try playing
DTunnel.
Just kidding
everyone!
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August
26, 2004 - Almost Man Down |
Well, I was going to talk about how I
went home and studied Discrete Math for about 3 hours yesterday.
And that my friends is a feat unto itself. I realize that I'm not
being very discrete about it, but hey, I just have to brag about
that. But oh nooooooo! One of the dreaded Arch Nemeses
strikes again. Which one you ask? Good ol' #7. Apparently there
was an attempted assassination on my character, or in other words,
someone tried to blackball me. Now, I'm not a violent person or
anything, but I highly suggest that said person keep your nose out
of my business. No one, especially me, elected you to be envoy of
anything remotely related to my bidness. Glad that we have an
understanding, thank you, and have a nice day.
He's Back!! Got a brand spanking
new Rambling today!
How to speak
English...for Americans.
D-Fence the game...almost
as cool as the Tank game.
MacGyver would be proud.
Female computer nerds
just got hotter.
Avalanche
type game.
Lock and load!!
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August
27, 2004 - Open Letter |
To The Person That Was Tailgating Me,
First, let me apologize for following the post speed limit on the
way into the plant. I'm not in that big of a hurry to get to work.
I'm having a hard time understanding why you are. Secondly, (from
the bottom of my heart) I'm very sorry that I had to brake
suddenly when that butterfly flew out in front of me. Thirdly, I
hated to see you have to pull off the road due to my sudden stop.
I figured that your 4x4 truck could handle it...and it did. That's
got to be a byproduct of watching Nascar for so many years. Good
job man. However, I will try to be more alert about nature
fluttering out in front of me.
Thanks Again,
Joshua
[Shameless Shout out] Holly and
Fallon, here are your names on the internet. Now sit back and bask
in your glory.
Take this quiz
to see if you can recognize Spam mail. I got a 100%! In your face!
Herculympics. Let the games
begin.
How not to forge a check.
Nifty animation
about tall buildings.
This game
is full of Num Pad goodness.
I think I'm putting in for a transfer.
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August
30, 2004 - You Made It |
Congratulations to all those who are
reading this. That means you survived your first week of college
and are a couple of days closer to graduation and the real world.
That also means that we are one week closer to football season
starting at FSU. Can I get a "yee haw"? Other than that,
I don't have much today (can't you tell?). All I can say is that
I'm looking forward to a three-day weekend and a payday.
Bling
your way on the golf course.
Get ready to pound your keyboard
with this game.
RIP, my bullheaded love.
For the ninja in all of us, paper
throwing stars.
Its cubedelic...man.
Talk about having a string of bad luck.
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August
31, 2004 - Cheap MasterCard Commercial Rip-off |
Driving home from work after a heck of
a Monday: Feeling Good
Seeing a chick beach her car
on a curb: Extremely Funny
Catching the look on her face as I
take a picture: Priceless
For once I was in the right place at the right time with my
camera. I'm not sure if she was trying to Dukes of Hazzard that
curb or what. But she was over on the payphone just talking away
and pointing back at her car. Then she sees me snap that picture
and just stops while it registers what just happened. Needless to
say she got a little more agitated at that point and I decided it
was time to leave.
Also, to makeup for my apparent
lack of motivation yesterday, I added a Search
feature to the website.
A new game from
the Homestar Runner guys, Duck Guardian.
There is no way in the world I would strap this
to my crotch.
A sweet Indiana Jones game.
Kinda reminds me of the old school Dangerous
Dave.
I wondered if this
actually worked. Only one way to find out...
In a long line of Badger, Badger,
Badger links, here is one made of leogs.
Some gee golly don't you know table
hockey,
eh.
The things
people do for love...or business.
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