“We apologize for the error in last week’s paper in which we stated that Mr. Arnold Dogbody was a defective in the police force. We meant, of course, that Mr. Dogbody is a detective in the police farce.”
-Correction notice in the Ely Standard, a British newspaper
Born on this day:
1971 – Mariah Carey (37), singer
“I’m eternally 12. And that 12-year-old inside me is an eternal optimist. Honestly, I don’t even have birthdays. I call them anniversaries. It really is about how young you feel. Some people convince themselves they are old, or they think, ‘I have to grow up now. I [...]
Born on this day:
Aretha Franklin – 1942. When she was born her mama told her she’s the real Queen, not that rock and roll singer, Tina.
Elton John – 1947. I wonder what was he like in childhood. I bet he wished all sorts of colorful glasses for his birthday! I for one, love his music!
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Jason Rae, age 31, hubby of Corrine Bailey Rae was found dead Saturday, at his home in Leeds, England. The cause of death appears to be a drug overdose. Friends knew about his substance abuse and say he struggled with his addiction for years.
Corrine is devastated. She was always talking about how fortunate she is [...]
“I have opinions of my own, strong opinions, but I don’t always agree with them.”
George W. Bush
I guess each and every one of you have a list of things you hate. Here is my list:
10. Guys wearing dark sunglasses at night while dancing in clubs.
Why do you need dark sunglasses while dancing? Why do you need sunglasses in clubs? I just don’t get it! You’re cooler if you’re wearing black glasses [...]
This has got to be one of the best movie ads I’ve seen in the last few months. I’m not a fan of soap operas but I guess there are plenty of people out there just waiting for a new episode.
What were you doing when you were 17 months old? This little angel can read. She’s not speaking very well but she can read!
Valentina Hasan, the Bulgarian Mariah Carey has improved her English skills! But I guess she’ll remain famous for her “Ken Leeee” version of the song!
That was supposed to be Bad from Michael Jackson. The guy just sucks!
And this was supposed to be “Without you” from Mariah Carey, also called “Ken Lee”, sang by the Bulgarian Mariah Carey wannabe!
