Archive for November, 2009

What’s in My Radar

It seems unnecessary to millions of us that have come from or are in other countries, where public transport is widely, used to speak about the bus. But here it’s different… Not every city has public transportation and some, when they do exist, they do not exist in large numbers, ie: you wait at the bus stop, waiting, and waiting… Or you have to get up very early every day, just to get to work without being late.

So, need to move here to America like the rest of the world’?

Now, you can now use the BOLTBUS (Boltbus.com) or MEGABUS (megabus.com) and travel between the U.S. cities of the north-east and central-west of the country for the small price of $1 per trip!

The earlier you plan and buy tickets, the cheaper it is, but even last-minute decisions won’t cost more than $ 25.

MEGA and BOLT and have connections to the Internet at every seat, super clean bathrooms, air conditioning, the smell of cinnamon and many other advantages.

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I think a it’s a tremendous advantage to be able to sit, using a laptop, not having to worry about the traffic, the cost of gasoline, parking, wear and tear of the car… I can hear my music or watch my film and have much more peace and much less stress.

Behold how beautiful Megabus is also!

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It has the same advantages of the BOLT and some even have movies. But if one or the other doesn’t have movies, you can still watch your favorite program on your laptop or visit HULU.com and see the one you want. :-)

Of course, if the driver is late; the traffic is really bad, you will have something to complain about, but this or that inconvenience you’d have driving too.

I met people in downtown Houston that never had to buy a car, they always used public transport.

Unfortunately public transport does not exist in all cities in Texas and the country, so you the need to check their website.

With the new Bolts and Megas, I hope this means that we are witnessing a rebirth of the use of public transport. May people find that for their small and big trips, a good quality of Bolts and Megas, fits right into their requirements. That would reduce energy consumption in this country, lower taxes, fewer regulations, mandates of government agencies, etc. Just catch your bus.

I love the idea.

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This Can’t Be Normal.

If you hang on through these explicit pictures, I promise that below you’ll find some vital and important information.

But what I’m wondering about…

is this normal?

He looks really comfortable on the porch at the back of the house.

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But suddenly, for some reason…

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he goes under the table. And you are still seeing from far away…

As I said, it looks alright, relatively speaking… But I repeat once again: this can’t be normal, can it?

I’m showing it for two reasons: first, because I want to, and second, to say that maybe he needs a girlfriend.

Here it gets a little bit different.

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If you know someone in Texas… He wants to be a father, but I doubt that one day there will be another equal or similar.

Ooooh… Ooooh… So I say again.

This may NOT be normal. These Jacks are energetic. Very energetic.

Don’t believe me…? Just look.

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They are also good actors. You think he might be sending me a message? While looking at these photos I remembered something…

I bet you don’t know that:

Your foot is the size of the distance between your elbow and your wrist. Did you know that…?

Well I hope my dear friend and veterinarian, which is also Judge of all breeds of dogs, Dra. Rocio Nadal, will see this and shed some  ‘light’. ;-) And all you tell me the truth my friends …I want the truth, just the truth.

And yes, in case you now this is curious: I can handle the truth!

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So here is my question: above when I said the size of your foot in comparison… How many of you raised your leg and tested it…?

The truth now my people. ;-)

Everyone is like the moon, there is always one side that no one sees. Not this one… he shows everything. Ohhh… And he has such a hard life.

Nothing like being young and not needing to do yoga, and all that flexibility to be able to stay in that position for a looooong time. HELP.

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I’ve never seen anything like that. And I’m not sure whether there should be another one like this… C’mon I’m just being honest.

Now for what I promised above:

Perhaps you share your bed with your pet, but it’s best not to share what you’re eating with him!

Below are the most dangerous things you should not give to your pet:

1 – CHOCOLATE – stimulates the nervous system and heart.

2 – RAISINS AND GRAPES - causes damage to the kidneys.

3 – ONIONS AND GARLIC – affect the red blood cells and causes anemia.

4 – Xylitol - (which is found in sugar-free gum) increases the secretion of insulin.

5 – ALCOHOL - is poison for all species of animals.

6 – RAW BREAD DOUGH - forms gases in the digestive system and also fermentation is poisonous to them.

7 – MACADAMIA (nuts) – causes problems in the nervous system and muscles.

8 – AVOCADO – contains persin which damages the heart muscle. Especially dangerous for birds!

If you think your pet has ingested something poisonous, seek your veterinarian urgently or for those who live here in America, call the ASPCA Animal Poison Center - 888-426-4435

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Everyone Has a Price

My friend, anyone who knows me knows, that is…CHOCOLATE. ;-)

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And if you are one of those 14 people in 10 who likes this ground bean of happiness, today of course, you’re in the right place! I don’t think I would even go to heaven, if it didn’t have chocolate, which I’ve read is a proven natural anti depressant. ;-)

This recipe has been my favorite here in America, and it’s all Julia’s fault, who introduced me to TIRAMISU, a combination of coffee and chocolate, creams… well, a sublime experience! :-)

Have you noticed that the word stressed spelled backwards spells desserts?

Coincidence…? I don’t think so…

Even our illustrious Fernando Pessoa said ”no metaphysics exist on earth like chocolate! ”

Here’s the recipe for 16 people, and it’s easy to make!

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  • 1 package of cream chesse at room temperature.
  • 3 cups of cold milk
  • 2 packages (3.4 oz. each) of JELL-O instant vanilla pudding.
  • 1 tub (8 oz.) of COOL WHIP at room temperature (whipped cream). Divide it in half.
  • 48 NILLA wafers (or one that you like)
  • 1/2 cup of coffee (and mine is always strong) cold. Divide that too.
  • 2 squares BAKER’S semi-sweet chocolate, grated.
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries (or strawberries).

Beat the cream cheese well with electric mixer. Gradually mixing in the milk and pudding. Mix 2 cups COOL WHIP (and that’s the whipped cream type). Line the bowl with the cookies, splashing them with 1/4 cup of coffee. Cover with half of the pudding mixture and half of the chocolate. Repeat layers starting with the wafers. Cover with the remaining Cool Whip and raspberries (or strawberries). Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Once cooled, do not spoil this sublime experience with feelings of guilt. ENJOY THE MOMENT.

You remember the movie Titanic, when all those women who had to say good-bye to the dessert cart? well

Me and Chocolate = best friends forever.

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Who Needs an Art Gallery?

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They don’t fish by themselves, they do this in a synchonized dance and afterwards they have a great dinner.BLOG WHITE PELIC.1A

They carry up to 13 liters of food and water in their beaks, that can last them up to a week.BLOG WHITE PEL.4

They are quiet, only the babies make noise.

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The white pelicans don’t dive like the brown ones do, that also live around here. And everytime I see them do this I feel… high.

Now just look at this boat coming, it passes and they don’t even move!

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Nature is the best friend of this here Blogger, I always have a story to tell, because the poetry of the Earth never gets tired, it never dies. Sure I love people, but out there nature is enough for me.

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The difference between them and man is they build their nests, their homes and when they leave, they leave the environment exactly how it was before… They do not attack or intrude.

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I would value my garden if they decided to visit me. Of course I would have to clean up the mess, but a hose would do… In exchange for this beauty, I think it would be worth the effort.

It is a shame to think that human nature is almost the only thing that many know…

I think God must get upset and frustrated, when we pass by beautiful things and not even notice.

Most people assume that ‘pleasing God’ is all that he wants, but any fool who lives in this world can see that He is always trying to please us back.

Look at the trees, the birds, the clouds, the stars, the moon… 

And if you have eyes, can really see that the existence of all this is very happy.

Everything is simple and happy.

And the flowers…? They also don’t seem to have a reason… But don’t they seem incredibly happy…?

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