Dear Joe,
Wait until you see the control this pilot has in maneuvering his copter. Amazing!
Love,
Dad
Wait until you see the control this pilot has in maneuvering his copter. Amazing!
Love,
Dad
This Senior Citizen Nailed It!
Dear Joe,
Kids say the darndest things but senior citizens say the trueist things.
Love,
Dad
Alan Simpson, Senator from Wyoming , Co-Chair of Obama's deficit commission, calls senior citizens the Greediest Generation as he compared "Social Security" to a Milk Cow with 310 million teats. August, 2010.
Here's a response in a letter from a unknown fellow in Montana ... I think he is a little ticked off! He also tells it like it is!
Alan Simpson, Senator from Wyoming , Co-Chair of Obama's deficit commission, calls senior citizens the Greediest Generation as he compared "Social Security" to a Milk Cow with 310 million teats. August, 2010.
Here's a response in a letter from a unknown fellow in Montana ... I think he is a little ticked off! He also tells it like it is!
Thinking Outside the Box
This is an outstanding example of someone who has the capability of thinking "outside the "box". Talk about funny?
Love,
Dad
Sierra Club vs. Wyoming Rancher
The Sierra Club and the U.S. Forest Service were presenting an alternative to the Wyoming ranchers for controlling the coyote population. It seems that after years of the ranchers using the tried and true method of shooting or trapping the predators, the Sierra Club had a "more humane" solution to this issue. What they were proposing was for the animals to be captured alive. The males would then be castrated and let loose again. This was ACTUALLY proposed by the Sierra Club and by the U.S. Forest Service. All of the ranchers thought about this amazing idea for a couple of minutes. Finally an old fellow wearing a big cowboy hat in the back of the conference room stood up, tipped his hat back and said; "Son, I don't think you understand our problem here... these coyotes ain't f*ckin' our sheep... they're eatin' 'em!" The meeting never really got back to order. . .
Cool Military Photos
Dear Joe,
Here are some gorgeous pictures, mostly of military aircraft.
Love,
Dad
Here are some gorgeous pictures, mostly of military aircraft.
Love,
Dad
Animal Thoughts
Dear Joe,I guarantee this email will crack you up. I know the kiddos like the emails I send about animals. Be sure to share it with them.
Love,
Dad
Honk If You Love Jesus
I've seen this email before but it still made me chuckle. Will I be this clueless in 8 years?
Love,
Dad
Grandma is eighty-eight years old and still drives her own car. She writes:
Dear Grand-daughter,
The other day I went up to our local Christian book store and saw a 'Honk if you love Jesus' bumper sticker.
I was feeling particularly sassy that day because I had just come from a thrilling choir performance, followed by a thunderous prayer meeting..
Grandma is eighty-eight years old and still drives her own car. She writes:
Dear Grand-daughter,
The other day I went up to our local Christian book store and saw a 'Honk if you love Jesus' bumper sticker.
I was feeling particularly sassy that day because I had just come from a thrilling choir performance, followed by a thunderous prayer meeting..
Micro Chip Implant.....
Dear Joe,
Wait until you check out this email. I had to read it twice before I got it.
Love,
Dad
Wait until you check out this email. I had to read it twice before I got it.
Love,
Dad
MICRO CHIP IMPLANT ALLOWS
ISLAMANIAC TERRORISTS TO SPEAK TO ALLAH
The implant is specifically designed to be placed beneath the skin of the forehead. Pulling Out a Tooth with a Rocket
Dear Joe,
Nothing is as blind as a kid's love for his father. I bet this fella's mom wasn't around!
Love,
Dad
Maxine
Here are some very funny cartoons. I like how the creator comments on everything from politics, to culture, to aging.
Love,
Dad
John Wagner, Hallmark artist since 1970, says Maxine was inspired by his mother, his maiden aunts and his grandmother, the woman who bought him art lessons when 'fill in the pumpkins' was about the extent of his art classes at St. John's Catholic School Leonia N.J. John remembers doodling as a preschooler and says both his grandmother and his mother encouraged his artistic interests. He eventually attended the Vesper George School of Art in Boston and landed at Hallmark as part of a new artists group. But it was the birth of the humorous Shoebox Greetings (a tiny little division of Hallmark) in 1986 that added a new dimension to John's professional life. The Shoebox way of seeing the world unleashed his talents and created Maxine.
Old Model T
Dear Joe,
This is a great video showing the first assembly lines at the original Ford auto plant. Neat to see those guys making the old wooden wheels, by hand mostly.
Love,
Dad
Ducks Quack, Eagles Soar
Dear Joe,
This story proves a point you and I know well. Great service is a choice, no one can make you serve customers well.
Love,
Dad
Harvey Mackay, tells a wonderful story about a cab driver and customer service.
He was waiting in line for a ride at the airport. When a cab pulled up, the first thing Harvey noticed was that the taxi was polished to a bright shine.. Smartly dressed in a white shirt, black tie, and freshly pressed black slacks, the cab driver jumped out and rounded the car to open the back passenger door for Harvey .
He handed my friend a laminated card and said: 'I'm Wally, your driver. While I'm loading your bags in the trunk I'd like you to read my mission statement.'
This story proves a point you and I know well. Great service is a choice, no one can make you serve customers well.
Love,
Dad
Harvey Mackay, tells a wonderful story about a cab driver and customer service.
He was waiting in line for a ride at the airport. When a cab pulled up, the first thing Harvey noticed was that the taxi was polished to a bright shine.. Smartly dressed in a white shirt, black tie, and freshly pressed black slacks, the cab driver jumped out and rounded the car to open the back passenger door for Harvey .
He handed my friend a laminated card and said: 'I'm Wally, your driver. While I'm loading your bags in the trunk I'd like you to read my mission statement.'
Presidents & School Kids
Dear Joe,
What is that saying "a picture is worth a thousand words?"
Love,
Dad
Here is what Obama needs set up to talk to a few school children. Not much room for kids. Still needs to have the teleprompters. The secret service guy in back keeps eyes out for any terrorist-type-8-year-old with tea partying parents.
Here's what the last guy needed.
What is that saying "a picture is worth a thousand words?"
Love,
Dad
Here is what Obama needs set up to talk to a few school children. Not much room for kids. Still needs to have the teleprompters. The secret service guy in back keeps eyes out for any terrorist-type-8-year-old with tea partying parents.
Here's what the last guy needed.
Sicilian Stress Test
Dear Joe,
There are so many "tests" running around in email these days. I ignore most but this one caught my eye (you'll see why). Plus, it worked!
Love,
Dad
Just in case you are having a rough day, here is a stress management technique used traditionally in Sicily.The funny thing is that it really does work.
1. Picture yourself lying on your belly on a warm rock that hangs out over a crystal clear stream.
2. Picture yourself with both your hands dangling in the cool running water.
3. Birds are sweetly singing in the cool mountain air.
There are so many "tests" running around in email these days. I ignore most but this one caught my eye (you'll see why). Plus, it worked!
Love,
Dad
Just in case you are having a rough day, here is a stress management technique used traditionally in Sicily.The funny thing is that it really does work.
1. Picture yourself lying on your belly on a warm rock that hangs out over a crystal clear stream.
2. Picture yourself with both your hands dangling in the cool running water.
3. Birds are sweetly singing in the cool mountain air.
Christmas Flash Mob
Dear Joe,
I am seeing more and more of these flash mob singing events. A gentleman from my bible study group emailed this one to me. It got me in the Christmas spirit.
Love,
Dad
Radio Flyer Car
Dear Joe,
Remember how much you loved your Radio Flyer wagon? Boy, you and Eddie thought of more ways to use that thing.
Love,
Dad
5 Things You Never Knew Your Cell Phone Could Do
Dear Joe,
Did you know a cell phone could do all this? I sure didn't.
Love,
Dad
For all the folks with cell phones. This should be printed and kept in your car, purse, and wallet. Good information to have with you.
There are a few things that can be done in times of grave emergencies. Your mobile phone can actually be a life saver or an emergency tool for survival. Check out the things that you can do with it.....
Did you know a cell phone could do all this? I sure didn't.
Love,
Dad
For all the folks with cell phones. This should be printed and kept in your car, purse, and wallet. Good information to have with you.
There are a few things that can be done in times of grave emergencies. Your mobile phone can actually be a life saver or an emergency tool for survival. Check out the things that you can do with it.....
Definition of Political Correctness
Dear Joe,
You gotta love what the college kids today come up with.
Love,
Dad
There is an annual contest at Texas A&M University calling for the most appropriate definition of a contemporary term.
This year's term was "Political Correctness."
The winner wrote:
You gotta love what the college kids today come up with.
Love,
Dad
There is an annual contest at Texas A&M University calling for the most appropriate definition of a contemporary term.
This year's term was "Political Correctness."
The winner wrote:
Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.
Obama's Underwater Fantasy
Dear Joe,
This clip was sent to me from a friend in Argentina. It is very funny. Maybe not quite so funny if you are an Obama supporter, but if you have a good sense of humor I think it is something like you might see on SNL.
Love,
Dad
Advice from an Israeli Agent
Dear Joe,
The person that sent this to me said he was scared. I am not scared, but I am going to be wary and alert. It could happen here and there is not much I could do about it if It did, but at least I can be prepared and aware.
Love,
Dad
Juval Aviv was the Israeli Agent upon whom the movie ' Munich ' was based. He was Golda Meir's bodyguard, and she appointed him to track down and bring to justice the Palestinian terrorists who took the Israeli athletes hostage and killed them during the Munich Olympic Games.
In a lecture in New York City he shared information that EVERY American needs to know -- but that our government has not yet shared with us.
The person that sent this to me said he was scared. I am not scared, but I am going to be wary and alert. It could happen here and there is not much I could do about it if It did, but at least I can be prepared and aware.
Love,
Dad
Juval Aviv was the Israeli Agent upon whom the movie ' Munich ' was based. He was Golda Meir's bodyguard, and she appointed him to track down and bring to justice the Palestinian terrorists who took the Israeli athletes hostage and killed them during the Munich Olympic Games.
In a lecture in New York City he shared information that EVERY American needs to know -- but that our government has not yet shared with us.
Should I really join Facebook?
Dear Joe,
This email Bob Cording sent me captures my sentiments exactly. Wait until you get to the end with the "bi-sacksual" comment.
Love,
Dad
When I bought my Blackberry I thought about the 30-year business I ran with 1800 employees, all without a cell phone that plays music, takes videos, pictures and communicates with Facebook and Twitter. I signed up under duress for Twitter and Facebook, so my seven kids, their spouses, 13 grandkids and 2 great grand kids could communicate with me in the modern way. I figured I could handle something as simple as Twitter with only 140 characters of space.
That was before one of my grandkids hooked me up for Tweeter, Tweetree, Twhirl, Twitterfon, Tweetie and Twittererific Tweetdeck, Twitpix and something that sends every message to my cell phone and every other program within the texting world.
This email Bob Cording sent me captures my sentiments exactly. Wait until you get to the end with the "bi-sacksual" comment.
Love,
Dad
When I bought my Blackberry I thought about the 30-year business I ran with 1800 employees, all without a cell phone that plays music, takes videos, pictures and communicates with Facebook and Twitter. I signed up under duress for Twitter and Facebook, so my seven kids, their spouses, 13 grandkids and 2 great grand kids could communicate with me in the modern way. I figured I could handle something as simple as Twitter with only 140 characters of space.
That was before one of my grandkids hooked me up for Tweeter, Tweetree, Twhirl, Twitterfon, Tweetie and Twittererific Tweetdeck, Twitpix and something that sends every message to my cell phone and every other program within the texting world.
ABCs of the FairTax
Dear Joe,
I would be in favor of this also except that no politician is going to want to give up a source of taxation, therefore, it will not fly. The reason for not giving up a source is claimed to be the need to have a broad based system, which means being sure to be able to tax every one to the fullest extent.
Love,
Dad
ABCs of the FairTax
A ALL federal income taxes and federal payroll taxes will be replaced with The FairTax, also called a consumption tax or a national retail sales tax.
B Brackets of taxation are eliminated. There is just one rate for everyone.
C Capital gains taxes are eliminated. More investment means more jobs.
I would be in favor of this also except that no politician is going to want to give up a source of taxation, therefore, it will not fly. The reason for not giving up a source is claimed to be the need to have a broad based system, which means being sure to be able to tax every one to the fullest extent.
Love,
Dad
ABCs of the FairTax
A ALL federal income taxes and federal payroll taxes will be replaced with The FairTax, also called a consumption tax or a national retail sales tax.
B Brackets of taxation are eliminated. There is just one rate for everyone.
C Capital gains taxes are eliminated. More investment means more jobs.
Akim Camara, Prodigal Violinist
Dear Joe,
Wait until you check out this little tyke. His smile and spirit grabbed me from the start. These videos are him playing at ages 3, 5 and 7.
Love,
Dad
The Story of Jonah
Dear Joe,
This is really cute and worth the time. Please share it with the kiddos for me.
Love,
Dad
November's Lesson
Dear Joe,
I have seen this before, but it is a good reminder this Veterans Day.
Love,
Dad
A lesson that should be taught in all schools .. . And colleges
Back in September 2005, on the first day of school, Martha Cothren, a social studies school teacher at Robinson High School, did something not to be forgotten. On the first day of school, with the permission of the school superintendent, the principal and the building supervisor, she removed all of the desks out of her classroom.
I have seen this before, but it is a good reminder this Veterans Day.
Love,
Dad
Back in September 2005, on the first day of school, Martha Cothren, a social studies school teacher at Robinson High School, did something not to be forgotten. On the first day of school, with the permission of the school superintendent, the principal and the building supervisor, she removed all of the desks out of her classroom.
World's Greatest Train Set
Dear Joe,
Remember that scale model railroad old Mr. Gibbons gave us. We had fun with it for a little while, nothing like these guys have done.
Love,
Dad
Two German brothers have put this TRAIN SET together.
DON'T FORGET to click on the link at the end and view this in motion.
Remember that scale model railroad old Mr. Gibbons gave us. We had fun with it for a little while, nothing like these guys have done.
Love,
Dad
DON'T FORGET to click on the link at the end and view this in motion.
Remember Van T. Barfoot
Dear Joe,
It's amazing how we are more likely to learn about someone when they do something wrong than when they do it right.
Love,
Dad
On June 15, 1919, Van T. Barfoot was born in Edinburg -- probably didn't make much news back then.
Twenty-five years later, on May 23, 1944, near Carano , Italy , Van T. Barfoot, who had enlisted in the Army in 1940, set out to flank German machine gun positions from which fire was coming down on his fellow soldiers. He advanced through a minefield, took out three enemy machine gun positions and returned with 17 prisoners of war.
It's amazing how we are more likely to learn about someone when they do something wrong than when they do it right.
Love,
Dad
On June 15, 1919, Van T. Barfoot was born in Edinburg -- probably didn't make much news back then.Twenty-five years later, on May 23, 1944, near Carano , Italy , Van T. Barfoot, who had enlisted in the Army in 1940, set out to flank German machine gun positions from which fire was coming down on his fellow soldiers. He advanced through a minefield, took out three enemy machine gun positions and returned with 17 prisoners of war.
Health Care Death Panels
Dear Joe,
If this is true we need to get after our new congressmen & women to do something about it ASAP.
Love,
Dad
How Did Jefferson Know?
Dear Joe,
This is a very interesting read. Some of it may have been around before but it does give you a better appreciation of some of our forefathers.
Love,
Dad
This is a very interesting read. Some of it may have been around before but it does give you a better appreciation of some of our forefathers.
Love,
Dad
An awesome reminder to every person who considers him/herself an "American"
How did Jefferson know?Thomas Jefferson was a very remarkable man who started learning very early in life and never stopped.
· At 5, began studying under his cousins’ tutor.
· At 9, studied Latin, Greek and French.
Tribute to George W Bush
Dear Joe,
What an awesome tribute to George W Bush! Please read the entire story no matter what your perception is of him. You won't regret it.
Love,
Dad
He writes:
I've written the following narrative to chronicle the day of the award ceremony in DC. I'm still working on a press release but the White House press corps has yet to provide a photo to go with it. When the photo comes I'll ship it out. When you get done reading this you'll understand the dilemma I face in telling this story beyond my circle of close friends.
Power of Senior Citizens
Dear Joe,
I love this. I may use it myself.
Love,
Dad
Dear Sir:
I am writing to thank you for bouncing my check with which I endeavored to pay my plumber last month.
By my calculations, three nanoseconds must have elapsed between his presenting the check and the arrival in my account of the funds needed to honor it...
I love this. I may use it myself.
Love,
Dad
An 86-year Old Lady's Letter to the Bank
Shown below, is an actual letter that was sent to a bank by an 86 year old woman. The bank manager thought it amusing enough to have it published in the New York Times.
Dear Sir:
I am writing to thank you for bouncing my check with which I endeavored to pay my plumber last month.
By my calculations, three nanoseconds must have elapsed between his presenting the check and the arrival in my account of the funds needed to honor it...
What Drinking Will Do To You
Dear Joe,
I'm enjoy this email as I sip my evening cocktail. The sunset tonight is spectacular.
Love,
Dad
6 beers
I'm enjoy this email as I sip my evening cocktail. The sunset tonight is spectacular.
Love,
Dad
Marine Stuns Crowd at Tea Party
Dear Joe,
This is an a capella rendition by a retired Marine. Very good! I know you are going to want to pass this on.
Love,
Dad
Because of Love
Dear Joe,
Here is another touching story about the heroics of animals. Our lives are better for the animals in them, domesticated and wild.
Love,
Dad
A brother and sister had made their usual hurried, obligatory pre-Christmas visit to the little farm where dwelt their elderly parents with their small herd of horses. The farm was where they had grown up and had been named Lone Pine Farm because of the huge pine, which topped the hill behind the farm. Through the years the tree had become a talisman to the old man and his wife, and a landmark in the countryside. The young siblings had fond memories of their childhood here, but the city hustle and bustle added more excitement to their lives, and called them away to a different life.
Here is another touching story about the heroics of animals. Our lives are better for the animals in them, domesticated and wild.
Love,
Dad
A brother and sister had made their usual hurried, obligatory pre-Christmas visit to the little farm where dwelt their elderly parents with their small herd of horses. The farm was where they had grown up and had been named Lone Pine Farm because of the huge pine, which topped the hill behind the farm. Through the years the tree had become a talisman to the old man and his wife, and a landmark in the countryside. The young siblings had fond memories of their childhood here, but the city hustle and bustle added more excitement to their lives, and called them away to a different life.
Keep this Candle Burning
Dear Joe,
I'm forwarding this email to you in honor of all my friends and colleagues who have died because of this disease. Help keep the flame alive.
Love,
Dad
Cancer is a strange cell.
You can go along for years in remission and then one day
it pops its head up again.
it pops its head up again.
If you ever have it you will never be free of it.
Pray for the day there will be a permanent cure.
A SMALL REQUEST...
The Song That Got a Teacher Fired
Dear Joe,
This is a cute song although a teacher got fired as a result of writing and posting this anti-Obama song on the internet.
Love,
Dad
20 Worst Drinks in America
Dear Joe,
It's amazing the things people drink nowadays. What happened to good old tap water?
Love,
Dad
It's amazing the things people drink nowadays. What happened to good old tap water?
Love,
Dad
Why I Like Kids
Dear Joe,
Of course there are only certain kids I like, my grandkids being at the top of that list.
Love,
Dad
Why I Like Kids
Of course there are only certain kids I like, my grandkids being at the top of that list.
Love,
Dad
New Light Bulbs
Dear Joe,
Please write to your congressmen suggesting that they revisit the subject of light bulbs. The new "squirley" bulbs do not give out as much as a comporable incandescent bulb and they do not fit many fixtures. They also cost a lot more and are dangerous. My experience is that you can buy sufficient regular bulbs to last longer than the proposed new bulbs at less cost. Besides that the legislators have no business interfering with the market choices. The new low flush toilets are another example of interference in an attempt to "go green" that does not work as intended.
Love,
Dad
A lighting expert has told a Senate committee that the federal government is endangering Americans by promoting new kinds of light bulbs to replace ordinary incandescent bulbs.
Please write to your congressmen suggesting that they revisit the subject of light bulbs. The new "squirley" bulbs do not give out as much as a comporable incandescent bulb and they do not fit many fixtures. They also cost a lot more and are dangerous. My experience is that you can buy sufficient regular bulbs to last longer than the proposed new bulbs at less cost. Besides that the legislators have no business interfering with the market choices. The new low flush toilets are another example of interference in an attempt to "go green" that does not work as intended.
Love,
Dad
A lighting expert has told a Senate committee that the federal government is endangering Americans by promoting new kinds of light bulbs to replace ordinary incandescent bulbs.
Tips on Pumping Gas
Dear Joe,
Here we go again with the gas prices. These are good tips for you all to use on your upcoming road trip. Drive safe!
Love,
Dad
I don't know what you guys are paying for gasoline.... but here in
California we are paying up to $3.75 to $4.10 per gallon. My line of work is
in petroleum for about 31 years now, so here are some tricks to get more of
your money's worth for every gallon:
Here we go again with the gas prices. These are good tips for you all to use on your upcoming road trip. Drive safe!
Love,
Dad
I don't know what you guys are paying for gasoline.... but here in
California we are paying up to $3.75 to $4.10 per gallon. My line of work is
in petroleum for about 31 years now, so here are some tricks to get more of
your money's worth for every gallon:
Orangutan and Hound Dog
Dear Joe,
This video is irresistible. A lesson here in tolerance and acceptance for all of us.
Love,
Dad
Puppies!
Dear Joe,
Show the kiddos these puppy pictures. Maybe this will help you finally pull the trigger on getting a dog. Remember how good Brandy and even Chi Si were for you, your brother and sister?
Love,
Dad
Show the kiddos these puppy pictures. Maybe this will help you finally pull the trigger on getting a dog. Remember how good Brandy and even Chi Si were for you, your brother and sister?
Love,
Dad
Man and Goose
Dear Joe,
You know me, always interested in the animal stories. This is a cute one about a goose and a retired salesman. This makes me miss our last pet, Chi Si.
Love,
Dad
You know me, always interested in the animal stories. This is a cute one about a goose and a retired salesman. This makes me miss our last pet, Chi Si.
Love,
Dad
The "Green" Thing
Dear Joe,
Thanks to this email I now know I was "green" before "green" cool. Be sure to tell the kiddos their Gramps is cool.
Love,
Dad
In the line at the store, the cashier told the older woman that plastic bags weren’t good for the environment. The woman apologized to her and explained, “We didn’t have the green thing back in my day.”
That’s right; they didn’t have the green thing in her day. Back then, they returned their milk bottles, Coke bottles and beer bottles to the store. The store sent them back to the plant to be washed and sterilized and refilled, using the same bottles over and over. So they really were recycled.
But they didn’t have the green thing back her day.
Thanks to this email I now know I was "green" before "green" cool. Be sure to tell the kiddos their Gramps is cool.
Love,
Dad
In the line at the store, the cashier told the older woman that plastic bags weren’t good for the environment. The woman apologized to her and explained, “We didn’t have the green thing back in my day.”
That’s right; they didn’t have the green thing in her day. Back then, they returned their milk bottles, Coke bottles and beer bottles to the store. The store sent them back to the plant to be washed and sterilized and refilled, using the same bottles over and over. So they really were recycled.
But they didn’t have the green thing back her day.
Honoring Captain Ed Freeman
Dear Joe,
For every negative story you hear about our government or military there are multiple heroic ones. In my book that means we're always winning. We need more people to hear these heroic stories.
Love,
Dad
You're a 19 year old kid.
You're critically wounded and dying in the jungle somewhere in the Central Highlands of Viet Nam.
For every negative story you hear about our government or military there are multiple heroic ones. In my book that means we're always winning. We need more people to hear these heroic stories.
Love,
Dad
You're a 19 year old kid.
You're critically wounded and dying in the jungle somewhere in the Central Highlands of Viet Nam.
Injured Shoplifter
Dear Joe,
I don't know why anyone ever messes with American military personnel. I get areal kick out of stories like this one.
Love,
Dad
Orville Smith, a store manager for Best Buy in Augusta, Georgia, told police he observed a male customer, later identified as Tyrone Jackson of Augusta, on surveillance cameras putting a laptop computer under his jacket. When confronted Mr. Jackson became irate, knocked down an employee, drew a knife and ran for the door.
I don't know why anyone ever messes with American military personnel. I get areal kick out of stories like this one.
Love,
Dad
Orville Smith, a store manager for Best Buy in Augusta, Georgia, told police he observed a male customer, later identified as Tyrone Jackson of Augusta, on surveillance cameras putting a laptop computer under his jacket. When confronted Mr. Jackson became irate, knocked down an employee, drew a knife and ran for the door.
Best Duct Tape Story Ever
Dear Joe,
Remember how you loved duct tape and super glue when you were growing up? Wait until you see these pictures.
Love,
Dad
During a private fly-in fishing excursion in the Alaskan wilderness, the chartered pilot and fishermen left a cooler and bait in the plane. Overnight, a bear smelled it. This is what the bear did to the plane.
Remember how you loved duct tape and super glue when you were growing up? Wait until you see these pictures.
Love,
Dad
During a private fly-in fishing excursion in the Alaskan wilderness, the chartered pilot and fishermen left a cooler and bait in the plane. Overnight, a bear smelled it. This is what the bear did to the plane.
Japan Earthquake: Before and After
Dear Joe,
These pictures show history in the making although it is terrible history. James DeRose, who sent me these pictures, has a son and daughter-in-law living in Japan, near Tokyo.
Love,
Dad
Aerial photos of the devastation in Japan.
These pictures show history in the making although it is terrible history. James DeRose, who sent me these pictures, has a son and daughter-in-law living in Japan, near Tokyo.
Love,
Dad
Aerial photos of the devastation in Japan.
If My Body Was a Car
Dear Joe,
This is just too funny - although scary how true it is!!
Love,
Dad
If my body was a car, this is the time I
would be thinking about
trading it in for a newer model. I've got
bumps and dents and
scratches in my finish and my paint job is
getting a little dull ...
But that's not the worst of it.
This is just too funny - although scary how true it is!!
Love,
Dad
would be thinking about
trading it in for a newer model. I've got
bumps and dents and
scratches in my finish and my paint job is
getting a little dull ...
But that's not the worst of it.
Obama Parody
Dear Joe,
This is a very funny video. However, if you are sensitive to criticism of the President do not watch it. This is the same guy that used to do parodies of George Bush.
Love,
Dad
OOH RAH!
Dear Joe,
"Give thanks in all circumstances." 1 Thess. 5:18
I just love stories like this!
Love,
Dad
Plantation, FL: Last week police were called to investigate an attempted armed robbery. The 71-year-old retired Marine who opened fire on two robbers at a Plantation, FL, Subway shop late Wednesday, killing one and critically wounding the other, is described as John Lovell, a former helicopter pilot for two presidents. He doesn't drink, he doesn't smoke, and he works out every day. Mr. Lovell was a man of action Wednesday night.
"Give thanks in all circumstances." 1 Thess. 5:18
I just love stories like this!
Love,
Dad
Plantation, FL: Last week police were called to investigate an attempted armed robbery. The 71-year-old retired Marine who opened fire on two robbers at a Plantation, FL, Subway shop late Wednesday, killing one and critically wounding the other, is described as John Lovell, a former helicopter pilot for two presidents. He doesn't drink, he doesn't smoke, and he works out every day. Mr. Lovell was a man of action Wednesday night.The Dog
Dear Joe,
This video shows one smart dog, nothing like Brandy. I might get a little tired with this dog around though.
Love,
Dad
What If He's Right?
Dear Joe,
You should read this editorial piece. Call me after you read it. I'd be interested in your reaction.
Love,
Dad
Take the three minutes to read this. Maybe he is wrong, but what if he’s right?
David Kaiser is a respected historian whose published works have covered a broad range of topics, from European Warfare to American League Baseball. Born in 1947, the son of a diplomat, Kaiser spent his childhood in three capital cities: Washington D.C. , Albany , New York , and Dakar , Senegal .. He attended Harvard University , graduating there in 1969 with a B.A. in history. He then spent several years more at Harvard, gaining a PhD in history, which he obtained in 1976.. He served in the Army Reserve from 1970 to 1976.
You should read this editorial piece. Call me after you read it. I'd be interested in your reaction.
Love,
Dad
Take the three minutes to read this. Maybe he is wrong, but what if he’s right?
David Kaiser is a respected historian whose published works have covered a broad range of topics, from European Warfare to American League Baseball. Born in 1947, the son of a diplomat, Kaiser spent his childhood in three capital cities: Washington D.C. , Albany , New York , and Dakar , Senegal .. He attended Harvard University , graduating there in 1969 with a B.A. in history. He then spent several years more at Harvard, gaining a PhD in history, which he obtained in 1976.. He served in the Army Reserve from 1970 to 1976.
Memory
Dear Joe,
Since Mom ribs me about my perception I figured she should see this funny video about memory. You'll like it too.
Love,
Dad
101st Airborne Parachutist Delivers Game Ball at the University of Michigan
Dear Joe,
Dave Binder just sent this email to me. I was pretty impressed by the precision of this ball delivery. Did you watch this game?
Love,
Dad
Delivering game balls to the official before a football game isn’t normally a big deal. Oh, maybe some famous former player will get to come and wave to the crowd before he hands the ball to the head ref, but it doesn’t often get creative.
Except, that is, during last weekend’s intrastate showdown between Michigan and Michigan State in Ann Arbor. For that, UM officials decided to look to the skies.
That’s how, after a year in the planning stages, Sgt. Adam Sniffen of the 101st Airborne Division from Fort Campbell, Kentucky, jumped from a Cessna several thousand feet above Michigan Stadium and parachuted into the largest football stadium in the country. Aside from the football and an American flag, Sniffen was also sporting a head-mounted videocam that contained a tongue switch in his mouth that would take still photos. More importantly, it recorded every nuance and maneuver that went into making such an insane leap.
Most fascinating perhaps is the tipping point where you can actually start to hear 109,933 crazed fans screaming as this expert paratrooper — who hasn’t missed a target in more than 800 career jumps — comes in and sticks the landing at the 3-yard-line.
Fox Hunt
Here's a good rule to live by...
When you are in deep shit,
Look straight ahead,
Keep your mouth shut & say
Nothing.
Love,
Dad
How Observant Are You?
Dear Joe,
You know how Mom ribs me about my lack of perception? Bill sent me a
Perception Test and I did quite well on it. You should give it a try too.
Love,
Dad
You know how Mom ribs me about my lack of perception? Bill sent me a
Perception Test and I did quite well on it. You should give it a try too.
Love,
Dad
You Have to FEEL the Music
Dear Joe,
This video gave me the best laugh I've had this month. Share it with the kiddos.
Love,
Dad
Man's Best Friend
Dear Joe,
Here's another email that keeps going round and round on the internet. It makes me think of Brandy and how inseparable you two were until you went to middle school and became busy with all the sports. Brandy was a good dog for our family.
Love,
Dad
Remember that dogs can't do a lot of things for themselves and that they depend on you to make their life a quality life!
A Pet's 10 Commandments:
Here's another email that keeps going round and round on the internet. It makes me think of Brandy and how inseparable you two were until you went to middle school and became busy with all the sports. Brandy was a good dog for our family.
Love,
Dad
Remember that dogs can't do a lot of things for themselves and that they depend on you to make their life a quality life!
A Pet's 10 Commandments:
- My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful.
- Give me time to understand what you want of me.
- Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.
- Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainment, but I have only you.
- Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me.
1948 Tucker
Dear Joe,
Have you seen this email before? It's been mailed to me about three times in the past year. Maybe it just strikes a chord with my friends but I thought you might be interested too.
Love,
Dad
We were driving back from Las Vegas when we came upon a mint-condition '48 Tucker, having tire problems. The tire was not flat, but starting to come apart. We followed him to an abandoned gas station in Yermo, Ca. to get out of the desert sun, and helped him change the tire.
During the process I got some great photos of a great car. I don't remember the owner's name, but he and his wife had purchased the car brand new in 1948, and were returning from a Tucker rally in Las Vegas. Most of the Tuckers had been trucked or trailered into the rally, but they had driven this one from San Francisco.
See more pictures of the 1948 Tucker.
Have you seen this email before? It's been mailed to me about three times in the past year. Maybe it just strikes a chord with my friends but I thought you might be interested too.
Love,
Dad
We were driving back from Las Vegas when we came upon a mint-condition '48 Tucker, having tire problems. The tire was not flat, but starting to come apart. We followed him to an abandoned gas station in Yermo, Ca. to get out of the desert sun, and helped him change the tire.
See more pictures of the 1948 Tucker.
1948 Cartoon about America
Dear Joe,
Do you think anyone ever out grows cartoons? This is a funny one.
Love,
Dad
Willy's Jeep
Dear Joe,
Wait until you see what this group of soldiers can accomplish in a very short time. I want to see them in our Fourth of July parade next year.
Love,
Dad
Dog Versus Deer
Dear Joe,
Remember the year Mom took you for IQ tests and you found an abandoned nest of baby bunnies in the grassy area by where you and Mom parked? You worked so hard to nurse the one bunny back to health and then our dog frightened it off into the woods. This video of a dog and a deer brought back that memory.
Love,
Dad
Islam in Paris
Dear Joe,
This is a very interesting video for so many reasons. I hope you find the time to watch it.
Love,
Dad
Lieutenant Colonel Allen West
Dear Joe,
This guy sounds very impressive and has an interesting perspective, not necessarily diplomatic, but maybe realistic.
Love,
Dad
Maverick Flying Car
Dear Joe,
I remember driving the California coast on honeymoon with your mother. We rented a car with air-conditioning which was quite novel. Now here comes a car that can fly. Have you seen this yet?
Love,
Dad
I remember driving the California coast on honeymoon with your mother. We rented a car with air-conditioning which was quite novel. Now here comes a car that can fly. Have you seen this yet?
Love,
Dad
Driving Dog Prank
Dear Joe,
Check out this video for a good laugh. It looks like that dog your friend Billy had when you were growing up.
Love,
Dad
Check out this video for a good laugh. It looks like that dog your friend Billy had when you were growing up.
Love,
Dad
F-35 B STOVL
Dear Joe,
I wish we could see this fighter live. The vertical landing seems pretty spectacular. Do they have any modern aircraft like this on display at the Intrepid Museum?
Love,
Dad
I wish we could see this fighter live. The vertical landing seems pretty spectacular. Do they have any modern aircraft like this on display at the Intrepid Museum?
Love,
Dad
White Deer
Dear Joe,
Do you remember that winter that we saw deer in our backyard? Check out the beautiful creatures in this Public Television episode.
Love,
Dad
Do you remember that winter that we saw deer in our backyard? Check out the beautiful creatures in this Public Television episode.
Love,
Dad
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