Break ‘til 1:38

“Okay, if we eject the core and detonate, the blast could be enough to push us away!”

America Pays More For Slower Internet and Less Capacity

“The average Internet connection speed in the United States may be well more than what’s needed for multiplayer gaming or watching streaming video. But the country’s infrastructure still lingers well behind what other nations enjoy, according to a slew of recent studies.”

On Egocentric Universe, this is number 1337, “a language in which people on the internet use involving numbers, letters, and characters.”

Not tiny! | Shizupu [pixiv]

“2 Thus, when you give to the needy, sound no trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may be praised by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward.

3 But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing,

4 so that your giving may be in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you. (Matthew 6:2-4)”

One may also quip, “You left a piece out,” whenever I quote “What I Didn’t Say.”

Is the Internet a Mob Without Consequence?

“How an Internet mob went after Justine Sacco after a controversial tweet.”

Though said many times many ways,
“Liberals are Hypocrites,” and imply a double standard.

Racism is hilarious! MSNBC panel mocks, 

belittles Romneys’ adopted grandson

“Few things are more hilarious than a mixed-race family. Just ask MSNBC's Melissa Harris-Perry, who recently hosted a panel of picking at Mitt and Ann Romney’s adopted grandson Kieran.”

“A Lot Changes in Tech Over Four Years and 1,000 Blog Posts”

4 Reasons ‘Viral’ Content Stopped Mattering in 2013

“Everyone tried so hard to go ‘viral’ that the word barely has any meaning anymore.”

“New virus more contagious, spreads more quickly than most, and it's getting a lot of notice from researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).”

Neal Boortz: Social Conservatives Will Keep Republicans from Taking Senate

“On Thursday, semi-retired radio talker Neal Boortz predicted the Republican Party will not win control of the U.S. Senate in the 2014 midterm elections, despite all the pitfalls the Democrats and President Barack Obama are facing, particularly with regards to Obamacare.”

“Can the Libertarian Republican and the Non-Libertarian Republican Be Friends?”

2014 New Years Resolutions for the Republican Party

“It is almost time to turn the page on 2013, and, for the Republican Party, this past year has been remarkably mixed.”

“Free cab rides hard to find this New Year’s Eve.”

Relative Matters

A marathon for Breaking Bad is airing on AMC, which the ASPCA frequently interrupts, even Castle, and The Closer on KCWE Kansas City’s CW, so I change channels to escape.

How to Throw a Legit White Elephant Party

“Hey [Y’all], According to Merriam-Webster’s online dictionary, ‘a white elephant is an object no longer of value to its owner but of value to others.’”

Creative director in both title and nuisance, John hosts a party for New Year’s Eve, with a white elephant gift exchange. This year, we also performed, and I won a round:

Cards Against Humanity Rules -Cards Against Humanity

“This game can be a bit confusing if you do not read about it. This is why we have recite the Cards Against Humanity Rules for you in this awesome article.”

“3 It is an honor for a man to keep aloof from strife,
but every fool will be quarreling. (Proverbs 20:3)”

Marie’s Blog

“Not everyone has their own unique outlook on life, but those who do are often more than eager to share that viewpoint with you. Such is Marie. An opinionated commenter on everything from health care to haute couture, Mrs. Hank Schrader has no shortage of bon mots both on air and online. Haven’t read ...”

♪ Everyone I know’s been so good to me /
Thirty five years old, my mother, she told me so ♪

It's Hot at Spa by Average-Hanzo on deviantART

Love is all I Got

The Kansas City Chiefs lost an inconsequential game to the San Diego Chargers.

NFL says officials erred on KC’s missed field goal

“The NFL says referees erred in not penalizing the San Diego Chargers for an illegal formation on a missed 41-yard field goal attempt by Ryan Succop of the Kansas City Chiefs with four seconds left in regulation on Sunday.”

“7 Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God,
and whoever loves has been born of God and knows God.
8 Anyone who does not love does not know God,
because God is love. (1 John 4:7-8)”

Derpy Holidays! by *TwilightFlopple on deviantART

Mainstreet Announcements - Mainstreet Credit Union

“Recent news reports indicate a potential data breach for credit and debit cards used at Target Stores between November 27 and December 15. The breach did not involve any personal information such as social security numbers.”

“Listen to Love Is All I Got (Friction Remix) by Feed Me & Crystal Fighters on Pandora. Discover new music you’ll love, listen to free personalized radio.”

Drops of Jupiter

Love and happiness are very similar, so are we most happy when sharing love?

Body Atlas Reveals Where We Feel Happiness and Shame - D-brief

“New research shows emotional states are associated with distinct bodily sensations regardless of culture and so specific that they can be mapped.”

“19 Know this, my beloved brothers:
let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger;
20 for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God. (James 1:19-20)”

7 summarizes the graffiti | Koda Tomohiro [pixiv]

RT @LeahR77: A Tale of Two Reactions, one from a leader the other..... well you be the judge #Benghazi pic.twitter.com/CPIM4L7qw0
— Christopher Hurt (@chris_m_hurt) December 29, 2013

♪ But tell me, did you sail across the sun? /
Did you make it to the Milky Way ♪

Jim Geraghty - Who’s Excited About Starting 2014
With a $5,000 Deductible?

“Welcome back! Christmas was a welcome respite, but the news about Obamacare continues, and the new year is nearly here. Today’s Morning Jolt examines the new taxes and fees that kick in for 2014, as well as just what Obamacare’s new insurance purchasers will experience when they go to a doctor’s ...”

♪ Should auld acquaintance be forgot,
/ And never brought to mind? ♪

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Netflix Schedules Massive Purge for Jan. 1

“A Reddit sleuth posted this list of movies and TV shows that will be purged from Netflix in January 2014.”

“12 Do you see a man who is wise in his own eyes?
There is more hope for a fool than for him. (Proverbs 26:12)”

Naughtiness in the KanColle universe. - J-List Tumblr

Time to Stock Up on Incandescent Bulbs Before They Go Out Permanently

“The incandescent light bulb has been a symbol in the fight for consumer freedom.”

“Which Disney men look better with facial hair?”

Happy Birthday to Levi From ‘Attack on Titan!’

“Attack on Titan’s Levi has gotten a huge fan response. On Japanese portal Pixiv, almost 3,000 illustrations were tagged for his ‘birthday festival.’ That’s more than many anime series, and the count doesn’t include the MANY that weren’t tagged.”

“This ancient burial box contains the earliest known reference to Jesus.”

In 600 yards, turn Left

My new car came with a DVD-ROM, and I read some of the manual, yet I should have read this before I was returning from Wichita, and detoured to K-254 to I-35.

How to use HERE Drive - Nokia Conversations

“Sitting behind the wheel of your car as the traffic up ahead grinds to a halt can have many of us clench our fists to …”

“21 And he said, Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked shall I return. The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord. (Job 1:21)”

Stargazing in | Tadatoshi-ju [pixiv]

A&E Welcomes Phil Robertson Back to Duck Dynasty

“Phil Robertson, the patriarch of A&E’s Duck Dynasty clan who was suspended from his hit reality series on Dec. 18 following some incendiary comments about gay people, won't be put on hiatus after all. The network and the Robertson family announced Friday that Phil will still be part of the series ...”

“In 600 yards, turn left, then make a U-turn.”

Keep on dancing ‘til the world ends

‘Don’t sweat the petty things, and don’t pet the sweaty things.’

‘Merry Christmas’ or ‘Happy Holidays’?
Poll shows Americans prefer the former

“The Farleigh Dickinson University PublicMind poll reveals that 67 percent of U.S. residents prefer to say ‘Merry Christmas,’ while a mere 18 percent pick ‘Happy Holidays’.”

“Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Emmanuel. (Isaiah 7:14)”

♪ Rapimeru Christmas ♪ | Melco your work wanted [pixiv]

Be prepared: Wall Street adviser recommends guns,
ammo for protection in collapse

“A top financial adviser, worried that Obama-care, the NSA spying scandal, and spiraling national debt is increasing the chances for a fiscal and social disaster, is recommending that Americans prepare a ‘bug-out bag’ that includes food, a gun, and ammo to help them stay alive.”

♪ Keep on dancing ‘til the world ends /
(World ends, world ends, world ends) ♪

Jingle Bell Rock

The Hub Network aired every last Christmas special yesterday, so today had normal programming, which in turn meant the usual hour and a half for My Little Pony Friendship is Magic. Last night, as I went to bed, Pandora created a new station for me, based on my search for Holiday music, and some favorites from time of crooners were among the selections.

Nat King Cole

“This year marks the 45th anniversary of Nat King Cole’s death. He died on February 15, 1965 of lung cancer. Nat ‘King’ Cole conquered the pop charts in the Fifties and early Sixties as a warm-voiced singer of orchestrated ballads like ‘Mona Lisa’ and ‘Unforgettable’ and breezy, countrified sing-along …”

“11 Why are you cast down, O my soul,
and why are you in turmoil within me?
Hope in God; for I shall again praise him,
my salvation and my God. (Psalm 42:11)”

Snow Miku by Onineko [pixiv]

The Cross - Billy Graham’s Message To America

“Part of My Hope With Billy Graham - an urgent new message of Hope from Billy Graham, featuring Lacey Sturm and Lecrae.”

While I will name no one, I will say that a friend or two has no car, so I went a few places with a friend who was in town to see her family.

Park west of Metcalf, tune to 96.9 FM, and enjoy synchronized lighting! (@ Vince & Associates w/ 2 others) [pic]: http://t.co/D9sciSbhjM — Christopher Hurt (@chris_m_hurt) December 26, 2013

Thanks to the unprecedented generosity of my sister Pamela, my friend and I dined here:

After a fierce battle with him, I'm getting Smaug's Fire Burger. (at @DennysDiner) [pic]: http://t.co/KWUhUeRh4G — Christopher Hurt (@chris_m_hurt) December 26, 2013

We also visited a friend whom she made in middle school.

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas

I sent off half of my first car payment! (@ US Post Office) http://t.co/oEmwSWiDdI — Christopher Hurt (@chris_m_hurt) December 24, 2013

While my father and sisters regularly go to Arby’s on Friday night, I again met two teenagers whom I had not seen since March 29.

I'm visiting my sister Kimberly, "The Snow Miser," at work. (at @Arbys) http://t.co/FCyYksm4UK — Christopher Hurt (@chris_m_hurt) December 24, 2013

“21 Many are the plans in the mind of a man,
but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand. (Proverbs 19:21)”

Do you want to Admiral-tea? | Nineo [pixiv]

Shawnee Park Christian Church

“We exist to invite ALL PEOPLE to experience God’s love so that they may love God and love others in return. We value – relationships above programs and property, welcoming, accepting, and being relevant to all people without any exception, being a safe place to ask hard questions, and creating a ...”

With my friend David, I attended a Christmas Eve Family Friendly Candlelight Worship.

Dual Wielding

Today, I had a medical appointment, so I had to clean off my car, and I thought, “You know, I sure could use a skill of dual wielding,” yet a second snow-brush was not very effective.

If I was doing the free wrapping at the mall, people would want refunds. — Christopher Hurt (@chris_m_hurt) December 23, 2013

“5 The Lord is your keeper; the Lord is your shade on your right hand.
6 The sun shall not strike you by day, nor the moon by night. (Psalm 121:5-6)”

Sword Art Online (Kirito Dual Wield) (Crimson) by ~ChetJ5 on deviantART

Could You Believe

♪ This time, your life / Fractions and seconds make
eternity in just one night / So come on, stand out ♪

How Y’all, Youse, and You Guys Talk

“What does the way you speak say about where you’re from? Answer the questions to see your personal dialect map.”

“15 And he said to them, Take care, and be on your guard against all covetousness, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions. (Luke 12:15)”

Mane-iac by *Ziom05 on deviantART

Utah Is on Track to End Homelessness by 2015 With This One Simple Idea

“Utah has reduced its rate of chronic homelessness by 78 percent over the past eight years, moving 2000 people off the street and putting the state on track to eradicate homelessness altogether by 2015. How’d they do it? The state is giving away apartments, no strings attached. In 2005, Utah ...”

Mercedes-AMG and Aston Martin bring good things to life.

AMG and Aston Martin team up to build new V8s

“Aston Martin gets new engines. Mercedes gets a chunk of Aston Martin.”

This has been a public service.

He’s so Fluffy

Celebrate Winter Solstice with 1/2 price shakes all day long at SONIC! 12/21 only.

Dec 21: The day with the least sunlight in the Northern Hemisphere — which means days get longer, not shorter, in the winter. — Neil deGrasse Tyson (@neiltyson) December 21, 2013

“5 Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. (Matthew 5:5)”

It’s so fluffy I’m going to die! by *atryl on deviantART

I felt icy pellets, so I made small, deliberate steps. (at @BestBuy) [pic]: http://t.co/RTQPNMH8P8 — Christopher Hurt (@chris_m_hurt) December 21, 2013

My sister Pamela had a birthday celebration today,
and we watched Despicable Me 2 (2013) together as a family.

Impact Blue

For my 2013 Dodge Dart, “focuses on the dynamic duo of Mako and Sayuki from Impact Blue,” when the opening theme for Initial D: Extra Stage plays.

Give the gift of salon services this season

“Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Stop by JCCC School of Cosmetology Salon, 9780 W. 87th St., Overland Park, and pick up a gift certificate for services or retail products.

While you are there, treat yourself to a high quality salon service. Students and employees receive a 20 percent discount with valid ID.

Call 913-469-2390 for an appointment. Click here to see the salon hours and a list of services available.

The salon is open through Thursday, Dec. 19, and will reopen on Friday, Jan. 3.”

“8 Better is the end of a thing than its beginning,
and the patient in spirit is better than the proud in spirit. (Ecclesiastes 7:8)”

Duck Dynasty Family Very Serious About Leaving the Show

“Sources connected to the hit A&E show, and the Robertson clan, tell E! News that the family is ‘very serious’ about leaving the reality series, after the network suspended patriarch Phil Robertson for his GQ interview, in which he grouped homosexuality in with bestiality as deviant behavior.”

“Wondered how long it would be before patriarch
Phil Robertson got the ‘Duck Dy-Nasty treatment’?”

Paglia: Duck Dynasty uproar ‘utterly fascist, utterly Stalinist’

“The suspension of Phil Robertson from A&E’s Duck Dynasty is outrageous in a nation that values freedom, according to social critic and openly gay, dissident feminist Camille Paglia.”

‘If you believe in free speech or religious liberty, you should be deeply dismayed’

President Obama watches Duck Dynasty

“‘I’m with the White House, and I need you to come with me,’ he said. Willie and Korie obeyed and quickly disappeared, beard and all, into the crowd.”

“‘I Don't Give a Duck’ about A&E t-shirts go on sale...”

WH Won’t Say Whether Anyone Will Have
to Pay Obamacare Penalty in 2014

“The White House will not say whether anyone will have to pay the Obamacare penalty in 2014. ‘Is there going to be a single person in 2014 that’s going to pay the penalty? A single uninsured American that is going to end up paying the penalty in 2014 at this point?,’ asked MSNBC host Chuck Todd.”

Originally from American Thinker, ‘Like most members of the Congress that passed it and, undoubtedly, the president of the United States who signed it, I have not read the entirety of the ill-named Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, yet there is one aspect concerning that legislation of which I am certain: I will not comply,’ and you can keep HealthCare.gov, which I don’t need at all, especially because I am making car payments.

Have Suzumiya Haruhi, will travel 011

Tonight I showed my beloved Chevrolet Cavalier to a friend and former coworker. As I cleaned my car, I found a mix CD from January 2012, which is not dissimilar from this.

Egocentric Universe: Track listing for my current mix CD

“This may be asinine; however, I wanted to mention that in the movie Rat Race, ‘All Star’ is performed by Smash Mouth LIVE ... I had this sound track for a while. Once again, asinine but you may find this information interesting ... or annoying. Up to you. But I was going to say that I know of ‘One Week’…”

Pre-show festivities canceled but Anchorman 2 screening still scheduled

AreaAssoluto,lo sviluppo!|Novecondannepesce(Kumoki)[pixiv]

“Tonight’s sold-out screening of Anchorman 2 will still take place, but pre-show activities have been canceled.

The screening will begin at 10 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19, at the Palazzo 16 Theatres. However, due to the possibility of low attendance due to inclement weather, event organizers have canceled the 9 p.m. pre-show activities, including the Ron Burgundy lookalike contest.

Upon your arrival this evening, please take the pass you purchased at JCCC to the Palazzo box office in order to exchange it for a ticket.

If you are unable to attend tonight's screening, please know that you may still use your group ticket for another film at another time. These passes may be redeemed at any Dickinson Theaters location.”

JCCC Police suggest checking on road conditions before setting out on a trip

Kaneda Asuka | boyaking (SBF)[pixiv]

“Winter weather driving can be very hazardous and the JCCC Police department recommends checking on the existing conditions before driving. The following sources provide current information on the weather and road conditions:

• www.kcscout.net for the local road conditions
• www.kandrive.org for travel information inside Kansas and contact information for surrounding states
• Call 1-866-511-KDOT (5368) for travel and weather information in Kansas and contact information for the surrounding states”

“3 Blessed are the poor in spirit,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. (Matthew 5:3)”

Home for Hollandaise

This morning, Kansas City’s Morning News was asking people how many their presents that they gift to their children on Christmas, and I find myself among the third of shoppers who have yet to do their shopping.

‘Regeneration Carol’ — A Doctor Who Christmas parody
by Not Literally Productions

“Buy the single on iTunes. Check out the amazing Matt Elliott (Eleventh Doctor Lookalike) on the web!”

“A small The Original® or small Turkey Breast sandwich and a bag of chips for only $3.48 expires 12/18/2013. Think of Schlotzsky’s for your holiday catering needs and gift cards.”

“Oh, there’s no place like home for the holidays, / ‘Cause no matter how far away you roam, get this all-star, easy-to-follow Food Network Hollandaise Sauce recipe from Tyler Florence.”

Carpet replacement starts Dec. 18 in SC, CLB

Appearance! | Four cavalry [pixiv]

“Beginning Wednesday, Dec. 18, carpet installers will be removing and installing new carpet on the second floor and central curved staircase of the Student Center. Please use the north and west stairs, and elevator, until work is completed.

Installers will be working in CLB 112, and the second, third and fourth floor CLB classrooms. While the installers will make every effort to work around traffic, it is recommended that alternate routes be taken as necessary to avoid possible hazards.”

“24 Then Jesus told his disciples, If anyone would come after me,
let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. (Matthew 16:24)”

Stale zaniness 040

Now is the time of year for annual retrospectives. Even HuffPost Weird News was once AOL Weird News / Why they changed it, I can’t say / (Arianna just liked it better that way).

2013 Was As Florida As Florida Gets

“Florida. The Sunshine State.”

Nerman Museum Store’s December discounts end Dec. 22

Pinkie Party! by ~twistedmindpony on deviantART

“Act now to take advantage of the Nerman Museum Store’s December discounts:

• Save 20 percent when you spend up to $49.99
• Save 25 percent when you spend $50-$99.99
• Save 30 percent when you spend $100 or more

As always, JCCC students and employees can add their everyday 10 percent discount to these already great discounts.

The Nerman Museum (and its store) will close for the winter break at 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22.”

“104:1 Bless the Lord, O my soul!
O Lord my God, you are very great!
You are clothed with splendor and majesty,
2 covering yourself with light as with a garment,
stretching out the heavens like a tent. (Psalm 104:1-2)”

Google’s Top Ten Video Game Searches Of 2013 Are... Interesting

“Quick, what do you think were the biggest games on Google this year? Grand Theft Auto? Call of Duty? League of Legends?”

Whirlwind weekend 016

The Kansas City Chiefs played, and the Oakland Raiders forfeited yesterday. Whom I generally visit at the Cavalier C-Store, Aaron and I were just beginning to watch Sunday night football, when he suddenly said, “Instead of the game, want to go see the new Hobbit movie?”

Week 15: Steelers vs. Bengals game highlights

“Antonio Brown a touchdown and returns a punt for another score to help the Pittsburgh Steelers defeat the Cincinnati Bengals 30-20 in Week 15 of NFL action.”

Initially, I protested, then I realized an opportunity to show off my new car, and I quickly found a showtime at the Cinemark 20 in Merriam. Crunchyroll today came to the conclusion that Toothless is a ‘shota dragon’ and Smaug is a ‘bishounen dragon.’

Bluefin Tamashii Nations USA Teases Smaug Figure

“It’s hard not to get caught up in Hobbit fever right now, and Bluefin Tamashii Nation USA’s Facebook account is either teasing an upcoming figure or is just as happy about Smaug’s screen debut as the rest of nerdom. On Saturday, they posted a picture of Smaug with the question, ‘High end articulated…’”

“26 The thoughts of the wicked are an abomination to the Lord,
but gracious words are pure. (Proverbs 15:26)”

[Graffiti] The Hobbit | PSD [pixiv]

‘The Hobbit was not made in three parts only in Search for More Money, rather to tell a proper narrative.’

Ballroom Blitz

7-3 Chiefs at 11:05 in the first quarter. #KansasCityChiefs #GetGlue http://t.co/CMKMbyESma — Christopher Hurt (@chris_m_hurt) December 15, 2013

♪ And the man at the back said /
Everyone attack and it turned into a ballroom blitz ♪

HELLO QB | Zeus [pixiv]

“10 For whoever desires to love life and see good days, let him keep his tongue from evil and his lips from speaking deceit; 11 let him turn away from evil and do good; let him seek peace and pursue it. (1 Peter 3:10-11)”

She’s too rich for MSNBC

If you are going to Joe’s birthday party tonight, would you like to ride with me?

[WATCH] Megyn Kelly addresses ‘white Santa’ controversy, slams critics for ‘knee-jerk instinct’ to ‘race-bait’ http://t.co/oNEmnMRzD6 — Red Alert Politics (@RedAlert) December 14, 2013

As much as I loved, loved, loved the episode “Sleepless in Ponyville,” today also had another great one for all fans of Scootaloo, whose author tweeted live.

MAGICA HUNTER | KD [pixiv]

@chris_m_hurt Nah, she's too rich for MSNBC — Scro(y G Biv)oge (@PonyRoy) December 14, 2013

“3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ!
According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again
to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,
4 to an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled,
and unfading, kept in heaven for you,
5 who by God's power are being guarded through faith
for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time. (1 Peter 1:3-5)”

See more on Know Your Meme

Paraskevidekatriaphobia 005

“No. Be afraid. Be very afraid.”

“With this morning’s weather, some of the campus sidewalks may be slippery. Campus Services treats sidewalks; but be cautious as you move between buildings.”

For safety’s sake: 10 tips for safe walking in snow and ice

Hoof warmin’ by *CarligerCarl on deviantART

“Falls account for more than one million injuries in the U.S. annually. There are four types of walking accidents with the most common being the slip and fall. That's the type of fall that happens when you fall due a surface not cleared of snow or ice.

Be safe following these tips from the Dec. 12 issue of CleanLink News, provided by Gary Cook, manager, housekeeping and custodial services. The tips are from the Snow and Ice Management Association, the national nonprofit organization representing the snow removal industry.

1. Wear proper footwear. Proper footwear should place the entire foot on the surface of the ground and have visible treads. Avoid a smooth sole and opt for a heavy treaded shoe with a flat bottom.
2. Accessorize to see and be seen. Wear sunglasses so that you can see in the reflective light of the snow. Also, wear a bright coat or scarf so that drivers can easily see you.
3. Plan ahead. While walking on snow or ice on sidewalks or in parking lots, walk consciously. Instead of looking down, look up and see where your feet will move next to anticipate ice or an uneven surface. Occasionally scan from left to right to ensure you are not in the way of vehicles or other hazards.
4. Make sure you can hear. While seeing the environment is important, you also want to be sure you can hear approaching traffic and other noises. Avoid listening to music or engaging in conversation that may prevent you from hearing oncoming traffic or snow removal equipment.
5. Anticipate ice. Be wary of thin sheets of ice that may appear as wet pavement (black ice). Often ice will appear in the morning, in shady spots or where the sun shines during the day and melted snow refreezes at night.
6. Walk steps slowly. When walking down steps, be sure to grip handrails firmly and plant your feet securely on each step.
7. Enter a building carefully. When you get to your destination such as school, work, shopping center, etc., be sure to look at the floor as you enter the building. The floor may be wet with melted snow and ice.
8. Be careful when you shift your weight. When stepping off a curb or getting into a car, be careful since shifting your weight may cause an imbalance and result in a fall.
9. Avoid taking shortcuts. Shortcuts are a good idea if you are in a hurry, but may be a bad idea if there is snow and ice on the ground. A shortcut path may be treacherous because it is likely to be located where snow and ice removal is not possible.
10. Look up. Be careful about what you walk under. Injuries also can result from falling snow/ice as it blows, melts, or breaks away from awnings, buildings, etc.

Following these tips will help ensure that you survive the snow and ice season safely.”

It’s not always about crime: Winter driving brochures available

Its idea was | Isono bonbon of the Blue Sky [pixiv]

“JCCC’s crime prevention officer wants you to know that winter safe driving brochures are available on campus. Copies of the brochures are located in the lobby of the Carlsen Center near the police station entrance, the Billington Library main entrance and the first floor of the Student Center near the information desk.”

“18 Come now, let us reason together, says the Lord:
though your sins are like scarlet,
they shall be as white as snow;
though they are red like crimson,
they shall become like wool. (Isaiah 1:18)”

What do you know 021

If you have found the check-box in Internet Explorer, under Help, and About Internet Explorer, to automatically install new versions, then I would highly advise you to un-check the box, or you will soon find that Windows has installed Internet Explorer 11,

‘By the time Sky-net became self-aware it had spread into millions of computer servers across the planet. Ordinary computers in office buildings, dorm rooms; everywhere. It was software; in cyberspace. There was no system core; it could not be shutdown.’

I prefer the version for “The Twelve Days of Christmas” from A Different World,
and for the first day I would like my MC Hammer CD, please.

MS13-097: Cumulative security update
for Internet Explorer: December 10, 2013

“Resolves vulnerabilities in Internet Explorer that could allow remote code execution if a user views a specially crafted webpage by using Internet Explorer.”

Add these items to your ‘to do’ list before you leave for winter break

Cutie Mark Crusader AA Tank | Patoriotto commander [pixiv]

“Before you head off for the break, remember to empty your personal trash and recycling to a central trash and recycling station. Please discard food in trash receptacles and not down sinks or toilets. This will help keep the drain lines from becoming clogged.

Power off technology such as computers, monitors and printers in your office areas as well as other equipment such as heated floor pads to allow the college to reduce energy costs.

Please turn all lights off and take plants home if your office does not provide enough outside light for plant health.”

If you still have an inefficient space heater
please replace it with a heating floor pad

Ruthless parade | Tsuruko @ pause [pixiv]

“Campus Services and the Sustainability Committee would like to discontinue the use of space heaters in the future.

Space heaters cause several problems for facilities when used in conditioned/occupied spaces. The problems include safety concerns, electrical consumption cost, impact on HVAC systems, stresses on electrical infrastructure and the operational cost of maintenance calls.

Instead of using a space heater, employees should call Campus Services at ext. 3710 to have them check the space temperature. Then if the employee still feels the space is not comfortable, layered clothing is suggested followed by the use of a heated floor pad instead of a space heater.

Though the purchase price is about the same, a typical space heater uses a minimum of 1,000 watts per hour, whereas a heating pad uses 100 watts per hour. Heating floor pads save energy, reduce maintenance calls and are much safer. Typical savings would be $50 a year per conversion from space heater to heating floor pad.

Floor heating pads are available from a variety of retailers and online sources.”

“7 Be not wise in your own eyes;
fear the Lord, and turn away from evil.
8 It will be healing to your flesh
and refreshment to your bones. (Proverbs 3:7-8)”

I missed the party 017

Tonight, the Grace Christian Fellowship Church had a chili competition and a talent show, which I missed because Tires Plus was servicing my car, and I was watching South Park, so I missed the party.

Police department to start enforcing 30-minute,
one-hour parking limits Dec. 9

Cold, Cold, Cold! by =LoopEnd on deviantART

“Beginning Monday, Dec. 9, the JCCC police department will begin to enforce the 30-minute and one-hour parking limits at CC, GEB and SC.”

“9 Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed
on him the name that is above every name,
10 so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow,
in heaven and on earth and under the earth,
11 and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord,
to the glory of God the Father. (Philippians 2:9-11)”

Giulietta è il sole

My mother was always proud of me; I never got in to drugs, or human trafficking, although I was fascinated by the organ trade, which Knight Rider 2010 made especially glamorous.

Here’s what happened: Myth of the cooling-off period

“Contrary to popular belief, Washington law doesn’t allow a blanket three-day ‘cooling-off’ period once you’ve signed a contract to buy a car or other major purchase. State and federal laws give you the right to cancel contracts in very limited circumstances, including door-to-door sales, …”

For the new Dodge Dart, “It is the east, and Juliet is the sun,”
and is the first collaborative product from Fiat and Chrysler.

Alfa Romeo Giulietta

“The unique and distinctive style of Alfa Romeo Giulietta creates a perfect synthesis of sportsmanship and elegance, functionality and refinement.”

“28 And now, little children, abide in him, so that when he appears we may have confidence and not shrink from him in shame at his coming. (1 John 2:28)”

In this bike is Sister | Tomuneko [pixiv]

Please make no inferences

Here’s what happened in the Firefly universe after Serenity

“Writer Zack Whedon has spilled the beans on where the crew of the Serenity will find themselves when Dark Horse releases the sequel comic, subtitled Leaves in the Wind, this January: the crew is on the run (of course), the Alliance is still in charge, Jayne is missing, and Zoe is pregnant.”

“With my whole heart have I sought thee:
O let me not wander from thy commandments.
(Psalms 119:10 King James Version)”

S4 E4: Defenders of the Ring by ~Esuka on deviantART

“12:1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God. (Hebrews 12:1-2)”

Sure you won’t change your Mind?

Especially since I have not seen you today, I appreciate the invite, but I apologize because I have made plans to visit Denton tonight. I also forgot to set the DVR yesterday.

Exclusive Video: My Little Pony Pays Tribute
to Harry Potter Author J.K. Rowling

“Who knew that Rainbow Dash was such a bookworm? On the Hub Network’s all-new My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic (Saturday, 10 a.m. ET/7 a.m. PT), the loyal Pegasus is in a dither because her favorite author A.K. Yearling (a nod to Harry ...”

Campus entrances closed Dec. 8 for Great Santa Run

Style and Speed by ~Chontecuamaker on deviantART

“Three campus entrances and exits will be closed starting at 6:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, for the Great Santa Run. The east College Boulevard entrance and exit at Oakmont, the north Quivira Road entrance, and the south Quivira Road entrance and exit will be closed to all vehicle traffic starting at 6:30 a.m. All vehicles must enter the campus at the west College Boulevard and Westgate entrance.

The race starts at 9 a.m. is expected to end by 11 a.m. All college entrances and exits will open at the completion of the run.”

“10 Whoever misleads the upright into an evil way
will fall into his own pit,
but the blameless will have a goodly inheritance. (Proverbs 28:10)”

Q104 is supposed to have something here if you test drive something. (@ Olathe Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram) http://t.co/uPsOM3M4Fx — Christopher Hurt (@chris_m_hurt) December 7, 2013

I drove around their lot, and finally stopped in their pre-owned center to ask from where the broadcast was happening. I began an interaction with a sales representative, who was called away to assist a waiting customer, so after I waited forty minutes, and stood in their showroom for another five minutes, and promptly left. He gave me a call back, and I returned, yet I was too late to receive any test drive or tickets.

George Strait Gets the Girl in his New Song

“George Strait’s not taking retirement to seriously, because King George just released yet another awesome song titled ‘I Got a Car.’ Give it a listen.”

When Q104 played the song above, I really should have heard the voice of Spock, “Is there something wrong with the one I have?”

2013 Dodge Dart | Most Technologically Advanced Compact Car | Dodge

“The 2013 Dodge Dart, the all new compact that’s everything but compact. The Dart is the most technologically advanced vehicle in its class. Build yours.”

Professor Denton and I did some math last night, and I have realized that I cannot keep the car because payments, insurance, and gasoline would basically require half of my income for the next six years, so the following dub-step is my answer to my new blue baby, which will be returned to Overland Park Jeep Dodge Ram Chrysler tomorrow.

♪ And it feels like I am just too [financially] close to love you / There is nothing I can really say / I can’t lie no more, I can’t hide no more / Got to be true to myself / And it feels like I am just too close to love you / So I‘ll be on my way ♪

Thursday’s Child

JCCC flags at half-staff as mark of respect for Nelson Mandela

Princess of the Moonlight by ~JunkieKB on deviantART

“President Barack Obama has ordered that the flag of the United States be flown at half-staff until sunset, Monday, Dec. 9, as a mark of respect for the memory of Nelson Mandela.”

“8 Therefore do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord, nor of me his prisoner, but share in suffering for the gospel by the power of God, 9 who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of his own purpose and grace, which he gave us in Christ Jesus before the ages began. (2 Timothy 1:8-9)”

Postscript to Experiment 626

Yes, much time should be required to reach the number, wildly removed from sequence, for this post, and I liken the situation to the Gumpert Apollo, driven by Richard Hammond on Top Gear.

“Don’t mess with the standard settings, although optional; you’re only going to make things worse.”

Ford Motor Company, who today débuted a new Ford Mustang,
and once considered a proposed replacement for the third generation.

The ... so I’ve heard is of rubble | Sunday raybar Higashiyu 01b [pixiv]

“36 I tell you, on the day of judgment people will give account for every careless word they speak, 37 for by your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned. (Matthew 12:36-37)”

Jack Shedd has known Denton longer than I, and coined a name for Denton’s first improv troupe, “Betty Ford’s First Project,” and noted that making connections inside scenes was my forté: I bring together a character from Disney, and another from South Park, and one off the Mazda 6; as my family watches Crocodile Dundee II, I find that I now share the sentiments of Family Guy.

“I want to see more of him and then suddenly none of him... forever.”

In Egocentric Universe: What do You do for Money, Honey?, I could not lie; if my line of credit from the REDcard had not recently increased, then I would not have been able buy groceries, from which I make sandwiches, and one for after my shift, because I have to eat every two hours.

Celebratory note 050

JCCC Model UN team receives awards at conference

Magical Girl aluminate| eclosion [pixiv]

‘The JCCC Model United Nations team received four awards for policy positions papers of Tanzania and Zambia at the 2013 American Model United Nations Conference held in Chicago Nov. 23-26.

The team received a set of awards for each nation that they represented. The awards recognize pre-conference preparation. The position paper serves as a blueprint for building consensus and formulating and negotiating workable draft resolutions to resolve issues.

A total of 12 papers were submitted for the conference, six each for Tanzania and Zambia.

• Nicki Joy Karstens of Overland Park, representing Tanzania, and Marie-Kistin Horvat, Lingen, Germany, representing Zambia, prepared the papers submitted to the General Assembly Plenary Committee whose topics were “UN Global Counter Terrorism Strategy and Efforts to Control” and “Elimination of Malaria in Developing Countries.”
• Aaron Banes of Kansas City, Mo., representing Tanzania, and Aaron Swift of Olathe, representing Zambia, prepared the papers submitted to the Disarmament and International Security Committee whose topics were “Establishment of a Nuclear Weapons Free Zone in the Middle East” and “Problems Arising from the Accumulation of Conventional Ammunition Stockpiles.”
• Kaitlyn Sylva of Gardner, representing Tanzania, and Elysia Chao of Overland Park, representing Zambia, prepared papers submitted to the Economic and Financial Committee on the issues of “Science and Technology for Development” and “Follow-up to the Conference on world Financial and Economic crisis.”
• Rebecca Carr of Overland Park, representing Tanzania, and Grace Kamotho of Overland Park, representing Zambia, prepared papers submitted to the Social, Humanitarian and Cultural committee on the issues of “Torture and other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment” and “The Rights of the Child.”
• Donald Roth of Prairie Village, representing Tanzania, and Katlyn Pratt of Baldwin, Kan., representing Zambia, prepared papers submitted to the Papers Special Political and Decolonization committee “International Cooperation in the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space” and “The Effects of Atomic Radiation.”
• Ian Sneid of Leawood, submitted papers to the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations on the issues of “The Conduct and Discipline of Peacekeeping” and “The Protection of Civilians.”

Sylva and Sneid are the team’s co-captains, and Brian Wright is the adviser.

Elizabeth Schmidtberger of Lawrence was chosen to be a reporter for the conference and worked on the AMUN Chronicle as part of the International Press Delegation.’

JCCC culinary team wins bronze,
silver and gold in Korean competition

It is cruel this world | Hanada [pixiv]

“The JCCC culinary team earned bronze, silver and gold medals when it represented the United States in the International Young Chefs Challenge held in Seoul, South Korea in November.

The medal tally:

• Gold in cold food
• Silver in hot food
• Bronze in the overall cold food category
• Fourth place overall in the competition

The hot foods competition required the team to prepare a three-course meal for 65 people. In the cold food category, the team prepared a cold food platter for eight, four individual desserts, three individual appetizers and a five course cold gourmet meal.

Members of the JCCC team were Sally Wilson and Stephan Horsch, Kansas City, Mo.; Jessica Seely and Katie O’Connor, Overland Park; Matt Phillips, Hillsboro, Kan.; and Kathryn Ratzlaff, Lawrence, Kan. Edward Adel, JCCC assistant professor of hospitality management, and Todd Walline, adjunct assistant professor of hospitality management, were the coaches who traveled with the team.”

Help desk earns awards

Sunrise Trio | leek [pixiv]

“In October, the help desk earned the Help Desk Institute (HDI) Team Certification Award and received a crystal award for this recognition. The award, based on standards comprised of support industry practitioners and experts from across the world, recognizes the JCCC help desk’s commitment to excellence, efficiency and service quality. Several help desk staff achieved individual certifications over the past year as a part of the transition and adoption of knowledge-management practices and strategies demonstrating our commitment to providing excellence in on-going support for our customers.”

Garrod named analyst of the year

Fortissimo Sayaka-chan | Yokke[pixiv]

“Travis Garrod, help desk technician, received the 2013 Analyst of the Year award in December from the Help Desk Institute Heartland Chapter. Garrod was nominated based on his outstanding commitment to customer service as well as his technical abilities when solving issues directly related to customer concerns. He will go on to compete for the HDI Regional Analyst of the Year along with 10 other selected analysts in the multi-state region.”

28 And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. (Romans 8:28)