Check Your Reflectors...

Stories kind of strike me in a funny way when I read them. I have an odd sense of humor, and when I read something like this, I cant help but laugh at the bigger picture. Granted, I'm not making fun, but something like this hits me as funny. The idea of all this happening because someone didnt have their reflector on their bike. Thats it.... I am going out right now to make sure all my reflectors are shined up and am installing blinking lights on the seat and handlebars.

If people are lucky they will see me before they hit me and wont dent their car......that and I wont get tasered. See Ya.

HAMILTON CITY -- A man riding a bicycle with improper lighting equipment was shot with a Taser stun gun Wednesday night as he ran from a deputy who tried to stop him for the infraction.

After repeated attempts, Glenn County sheriff's deputy Cale Smith said he finally got the attention of the rider on Sierra Street, who jumped from the bike and began running. After a half-block chase and several warnings from Smith that he would use the Taser, he did. Sgt. Scott James said only one probe struck the man, identified as Omar Herrada Rivera, 39, and he received no shock.

Smith caught up with him near the garage of a home, and took him into custody after a brief struggle.

James said Smith was fully justified in firing his Taser, because Rivera was running toward a home, and could have endangered people inside.

"We consider the Taser as being at the same level of force as other weapons, including pepper spray and batons," James said.

He added that deputies don't deploy Tasers against subjects who are driving or riding a bike because of the risk factor.

Rivera was transported to Glenn Medical Center, where he was cleared for booking into the Glenn County Jail on suspicion of resisting arrest, riding a bicycle without proper lighting, riding under the influence of alcohol and use of false citizenship/government documents.

Flier

Here is a new flier I made for a fundraiser for our youth. I love the pictures.

Top Ten Ways to Harass a Telemarketer

10. When they ask "How are you today?" Tell them! "I'm so glad you asked because no one these days seems to care, and I have all these problems; my arthritis is acting up, my eyelashes are sore, my dog just died...."

9. If they say they're John Doe from XYZ Company, ask them to spell their name. Then ask them to spell the company name. Then ask them where it is located. Continue asking them personal questions or questions about their company for as long as necessary.

8. Cry out in surprise, "Judy! Is that you? Oh my! Judy, how have you been?" Hopefully, this will give Judy a few brief moments of pause as she tries to figure out where she could know you from.

7. If MCI calls trying to get you to sign up for the Family and Friends plan, reply, in as SINISTER a voice as you can, "I don't have any friends... would you be my friend?"

6. If they want to loan you money, tell them you are just about to file for bankruptcy and you could sure use some money.

5. Tell the telemarketer you are on 'home incarceration' and ask if they could bring you a case of pepsi and some chips.

4. After the telemarketer gives their spiel, ask him/her to marry you. When they get all flustered, tell them that you could not just give your credit card number to a complete stranger.

3. Tell the telemarketer you are busy at the moment and ask them if they will give you their HOME phone number so you can call them back. When the telemarketer explains that they cannot give out their HOME number, you say "I guess you don't want anyone bothering you at home, right?" The telemarketer will agree and you say, "Now you know how I feel!"

2. Insist that the caller is really your buddy Leon, playing a joke. "Come on Leon, cut it out! Seriously, Leon, how's your momma?"

And, first and foremost: 1. Tell them to talk VERY SLOWLY, because you want to write EVERY WORD down...

State of THEIR Union

Rival Democrats Hillary Rodham Clinton and Barack Obama came within a foot of each other just before President Bush's State of the Union speech Monday night and managed not to acknowledge each other, and certainly not touch. Clinton crossed the aisle between their seats on the House floor and reached out a hand to greet Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, the Democratic icon whose endorsement she had courted only to lose it to Obama. Kennedy shook her hand while Obama turned away. The rivals then retreated to their seats, only the aisle and four senators between them. It was the latest chapter in the increasingly nasty fight between the two leading candidates for the Democratic presidential nomination. Hours earlier, Obama received the endorsements of Kennedy and Caroline Kennedy, the brother and daughter, respectively, of President John F. Kennedy. They were joined by Rep. Patrick Kennedy, D-R.I., the senator's son. On his way out of the chamber, Bush shook hands with Obama. The president and Clinton did not shake hands. The only Republican senator still running, John McCain of Arizona, skipped the address to campaign in Florida. Sorry folks if I seem to be chatting about what the Democrats are doing, but I can only just imagine the intensity between all of the candidates right now. What do you do when you come within 2 ft of a person you are running against for the most powerful office in the world? You have to be a little tense, especially when the whole world is watching every move you make. Above all, I thought Bush did a very nice job on his last State of the Union speech. He managed to fit so much into the 1 hour he was allowed. I haven't agreed with everything he has done, but one thing he has done was stick by his guns, and that is the other side doesn't like. They havent been able to shake him and he hasn't responded to what they have tried to shake him with. He just goes on. The most concentrated part last night was on Iraq. 20,000 troops will be coming home soon. This of course drew a standing ovation from both sides. Nice last speech. What do you think? Did you listen?

Worlds Largest Swimming Pool

If you like doing laps in the swimming pool, you might want to stock up on the energy drinks before diving in to this one. It is more than 1,000 yards long, covers 20 acres, had a 115ft deep end and holds 66 million gallons of water. Yesterday the Guinness Book of Records named the vast pool beside the sea in Chile as the biggest in the world. Acknowledged by the Guinness Book of World Records as the world's largest swimming pool, the lagoon measures 1,013 metres in length and covers an area of eight hectares But if you fancy splashing out on one of your own – and you have the space to accommodate it – then beware: This one took five years to build, cost nearly £1billion and the annual maintenance bill will be £2million. The man-made saltwater lagoon has been attracting huge crowds to the San Alfonso del Mar resort at Algarrobo, on Chile's southern coast, since it opened last month. Its turquoise waters are so crystal clear that you can see the bottom even in the deep end. It dwarfs the world's second biggest pool, the Orthlieb – nicknamed the Big Splash – in Morocco, which is a mere 150 yards long and 100 yards wide. An Olympicsize pool measures some 50 yards by 25 yards. The saltwater pool contains 250,000 cubic metres of water and is navigable in small boats Children play in the clear waters of the 3,323 ft long pool Chile's monster pool uses a computer- controlled suction and filtration system to keep fresh seawater in permanent circulation, drawing it in from the ocean at one end and pumping it out at the other. The sun warms the water to 26c, nine degrees warmer than the adjoining sea. Chilean biochemist Fernando Fischmann, whose Crystal Lagoons Corporation designed the pool, said advanced engineering meant his company could build "an impressive artificial paradise" even in inhospitable areas. "As long as we have access to unlimited seawater, we can make it work, and it causes no damage to the ocean."

Long Weekend

It's Monday, Jan 21st, 2008, which is MLK's official holiday, which means that it is nationwide, which means that schools are closed, which means, I AM OFF TODAY!! That's right I am off today and I got to sleep in. There is just something about sleeping in on Mondays that I love (although I rarely get the privilege). Especially after a long Sunday. Personally I think every Monday should be a Holiday so that we can sleep in. This was a long, fun weekend. Saturday, I went to a youth rally in Section 12 in Gridley, CA and was privileged to sing. Bro Nathan Hurst was the speaker and once again did an incredible job of preaching. Kind of an odd thing, the last 4 rallies I have sang at, he has been the speaker, so it was good to see him again. Sunday night was one of the most powerful services we have ever had at our church. WHAT A SERVICE!!! Dad preached on "There is going to be a Church". The enemy won't just whimper away when revival comes to the church but he will fight. And there will always be a church no matter how bad things get and no matter how far we go into the tribulation. From the start, a breakthrough service! One of the longest alter calls we have ever had. People jumping, dancing, singing all over the place. I posted a few pictures below from Saturday. See Ya!

Bro. Hurst Preaching.

The Gridley Church pastored by Bro. Tim Bledsoe.

Yours truly and Rev. Morgan Underwood

Bro. Marcus Bledsoe, Sectional Youth Director

Cloned Meat

Which One Is the Real One?

I read the other day on the big story about cloned meat. I started a poll on whether or not you would eat cloned meat when they start selling it in the grocery stores in about 3-4 years. Personally I think it is pretty weird and would probably taste a little different. I dont know though, they could get mad cow disease under control, they could lower the price of red meat and etc. When you really think about it, it sounds like it might do some good. But the question is, would you eat it? Is there a difference in eating real cow meat and realer cow meat? Would it taste different? Would it have the same smell when it is on the grill and has been marinated in Basque Norte Sauce for over 3 days? Would you even try it? Would it taste just like In n Out or like McDonalds? Well poll below and let's find out. What do you think?