"Fish on the Sand"

"What Time Is It?"

But, of course, it's 25 or 6 to 4. And this is Post 1923. Only uh, er, uh, 77 more to go to reach 2000.

And to all you motherf**, er, fathers out there. Happy Father's Day!

"Why Does It Hurt When I Pee?"

Had never heard this song before but heard it mentioned on one of those "I Love the 70's" show. Submitted for your listening pleasure. From Frank Zappa. Phi Zappa Crappa no doubt.

"Lottery Winner"

My friend Marty sends me funny shtick emails every day. This one is cute. And spot on, er, right on as they say:


Can you believe it? This guy wins $181 million in

the lottery on a Wednesday and then finds

the love of his life just two days later.

Incredible -- what are the odds?

"Lottery Winner"

 

"Turn the Beat Around!" And Why Not I Might Add!

Me and Betsy were traversing the roads of Golden Pond, when I pulled an old cd from ye old sun visor and voila. A collection of songs from da disco era. I don't know why, but I love this song. Love to hear the percussion.

Makes me want to go out and buy a leisure suit and trip the lights fantastic.

"Move Over Once....Move Over Twice....C'mon Baby Don't Be Cold As Ice"

"Living in the Material World"

Because I'm a material girl er boy er cro-magnon man. Love the guitar solo and the tabla.

Methinks this be Post 1914 on my way to 2000. Like 2000 will be some sort of reawakening....or something. I am waiting with baited breath to reach this milestone.

And here's a song from Neil Young, who I saw in concert at least 2 or 3 times. v.c.

P.S. Sample and hold, eh?

"1912"

I'm on my Paul Mac kick. And today I was inspired by a single leaf that was lying or perched on my front door step, as I made my way to work. Opening the door and there it was. A symbol of turning over a new leaf. I can dig it. Yes, I can.

The leaf was intact and very green. Yes indeed!

Looking through the backyard of my life-time to sweep the fallen leaves away. Heavy!

"Quest for 2000!"

Posts that is. This be numero 1911 so there's a good ways to go, eh?



P.S. I was gonna write more but....

"1913: Rinse the Raindrops"

Perhaps outta order. But who really cares.

"Love the World Away"

I always wanted to be a d.j. since I was a kid. A fascination with music is what it was.

I forgot this tidbit about myself but remembered it for some odd reason tonite while tooling home in old Betsy.

So I'm reliving my boyhood dreams as I spin a classic from "Urban Decay," er, "Urban Cowboy."

"Do you two step?"

"You've Got A Friend"

"Rock and Roll Music"

My sentiments exactly.

"Well Well Well"

Thought I would check in and write a few words. Just haven't had the inspiration lately.

Here's a song from yesteryear, and one of my favorites from Paul McCartney. Maybe he'll play it one day in concert, and here's hoping he will be coming to town soon.

"Math"

Thanks to my friend Marty, who hails from Boca Raton, for sending me the following e mail. And because the Pond has lay dormant for awhile, I must give him his props for inspiring me to post.

So here's to you, mi amigo. And whatever happened to the Hootster, Slippery, Rockhead, and Pictruandtru? Eh?

P.S. My spell check has miraculously reappeared.

Fifty Years of Math 1957 - 2007 (in the USA )

Last week I purchased a burger at Burger King for $1.58. The counter girl took my $2 and I was digging for my change when I pulled 8 cents from my pocket and gave it to her. She stood there, holding the nickel and 3 pennies, while looking at the screen on her register. I sensed her discomfort and tried to tell her to just give me two quarters, but she hailed the manager for help. While he tried to explain the transaction to her, she stood there and cried. Why do I tell you this? Because of the evolution in teaching math since the 1950s:

1. Teaching Math In 1950s

A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is 4/5 of the price. What is his profit ?

2. Teaching Math In 1960s

A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is 4/5 of the price, or $80. What is his profit?

3. Teaching Math In 1970s

A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is $80. Did he make a profit?

4. Teaching Math In 1980s

A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is $80 and his profit is $20. Your assignment: Underline the number 20.

5. Teaching Math In 1990s

A logger cuts down a beautiful forest because he is selfish and inconsiderate and cares nothing for the habitat of animals or the preservation of our woodlands. He does this so he can make a profit of $20. What do you think of this way of making a living? Topic for class participation after answering the question: How did the birds and squirrels feel as the logger cut down their homes? (There are no wrong answers, and if you feel like crying, it's ok. )

6. Teaching Math In 2009

Un hachero vende una carretada de maderapara $100. El costo de la producciones es $80. Cuanto dinero ha hecho?

"A Hard Days Night"

"I Feel Fine"