Get ‘Em Before They Are Gone!

Categories: Off the Wall

All that George W. Bush memorabilia will be packed up soon. Now is the time to stock up. Wouldn't George W. Bush golf balls make great gifts? Or maybe, just a big W for your car? Soon you will have to buy Obama stuff instead! Read More

Political Toys

Categories: Off the Wall

I am not talking about cars or lobbying money but actual toys. TDMonthly has put together a list of the Top 10 Most Wanted Political Toys. Included on the list are:

Barbie for President by Mattel
Talking George W. Bush
Talking Ronald Reagan
George in a Box

See the whole list and pictures when you read the article!

I am not talking about cars or lobbying money but actual toys. TDMonthly has put together a list of the Top 10 Most Wanted Political Toys. Included on the list are: Barbie for President by Mattel Talking George W. Bush Talking Ronald Reagan George in a Box See the whole list and pictures when you read the article! Read More

Halloween Costumes

Categories: Off the Wall

Remember the Nixon mask? That Halloween costume was popular for quite a while. This year, I wonder if McCain and Obama costumes will be as popular. I have already seen a few masks on the web, so the manufacturers are betting that political costumes will be popular this Halloween. If you [...]

Remember the Nixon mask? That Halloween costume was popular for quite a while. This year, I wonder if McCain and Obama costumes will be as popular. I have already seen a few masks on the web, so the manufacturers are betting that political costumes will be popular this Halloween. If you don't like Obama or McCain you can choose Bill or Hillary Clinton, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Al Gore and even Nixon! Read More

Being on Vacation Puts a Cramp in my Blog Posts

Categories: Off the Wall

I have been away on vacation with my family for three weeks. I just got back. There was so much that I wanted to blog about, but it is difficult to find time when the kids expect to see every sight that there is!
I missed a lot while I was gone. [...]

I have been away on vacation with my family for three weeks. I just got back. There was so much that I wanted to blog about, but it is difficult to find time when the kids expect to see every sight that there is! I missed a lot while I was gone. For instance, the McCain and Obama fight about Iraq, the case of Caylee Anthony (I think the mom did it) and my friend had to purchase ... Read More

White House Plumbing

Categories: Off the Wall

It was until November 1800 that the first residents, John and Abigail Adams, moved into the White House. However, there wasn’t any plumbing. The servants had to carry water from a spring five blocks away and there no bathrooms either.
Teddy Roosevelt, in 1902, made the first significant changes to the White [...]

It was until November 1800 that the first residents, John and Abigail Adams, moved into the White House. However, there wasn't any plumbing. The servants had to carry water from a spring five blocks away and there no bathrooms either. Teddy Roosevelt, in 1902, made the first significant changes to the White House, adding on the West Wing. Plumbing was a major part of the plan. Toilets and bathroom faucets were installed as well as electrical wiring. ... Read More

Muslim Swimsuits

Categories: Off the Wall, Women's Rights

In the past, Muslim women who want to observe Muslim modesty laws have either not participated in public swimming activities or have gone into the water fully clothed. It seems that there is a market for what has been called Sharia Swimwear - swimsuits that fully cover the body and do not show any [...]

In the past, Muslim women who want to observe Muslim modesty laws have either not participated in public swimming activities or have gone into the water fully clothed. It seems that there is a market for what has been called Sharia Swimwear - swimsuits that fully cover the body and do not show any curves at all. I do think that swimwear these day is getting a little out of hand (you might as well use a couple of ... Read More

Duel (1971)

Categories: Off the Wall

Often, when I watch a movie for the first time, I think it is wonderful. But, after time and wisdom, the movie seems not quite as good as it use to be. This is the case for Duel starring Dennis Weaver. This movie reminds me of all the bad drivers I [...]

Often, when I watch a movie for the first time, I think it is wonderful. But, after time and wisdom, the movie seems not quite as good as it use to be. This is the case for Duel starring Dennis Weaver. This movie reminds me of all the bad drivers I see every day! The movie was a made for TV movie and aired in 1971. The plot involves a driver (Dennis Weaver) who is followed and harassed ... Read More

The Lincoln Bedroom

Categories: Off the Wall

The Lincoln Bedroom was not always filled with bedroom furniture and bedding. In fact, it was the room President Lincoln used as his personal office and Cabinet room. During this time, the walls were filled with Civil War maps. It was here that Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863.

The [...]

The Lincoln Bedroom was not always filled with bedroom furniture and bedding. In fact, it was the room President Lincoln used as his personal office and Cabinet room. During this time, the walls were filled with Civil War maps. It was here that Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863. The room became a bedroom in 1902. It wasn't named the Lincoln bedroom until 1945 when President and Mrs. Truman moved the bed where Willie Lincoln (age 11) ... Read More

Presidential Diets

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It has been rumored that Bill Clinton used the South Beach Diet plan as a way to lose those extra pounds. Most modern Presidents try and stay healthy and eat right. You probably won’t see them using diet formulas such as Akavar or Hoodia, but you never know.
Who was the heaviest President in [...]

It has been rumored that Bill Clinton used the South Beach Diet plan as a way to lose those extra pounds. Most modern Presidents try and stay healthy and eat right. You probably won't see them using diet formulas such as Akavar or Hoodia, but you never know. Who was the heaviest President in US history? William Howard Taft. He weighed more than 300 pounds and had a special bathtub installed in the White House that could fit four ... Read More

Branson, Missouri

Categories: 2008 Presidential Election, Off the Wall

Missouri’s primary election was won by John McCain and Barack Obama. Missouri is known as the bellweather state - it has picked the winner of every presidential election except one in the past 100 years. Missouri is not only known for choosing the Presidential winner, but also for its biggest tourist attraction - [...]

Missouri's primary election was won by John McCain and Barack Obama. Missouri is known as the bellweather state - it has picked the winner of every presidential election except one in the past 100 years. Missouri is not only known for choosing the Presidential winner, but also for its biggest tourist attraction - Branson! If you want to see the best of Branson, Branson Getaways offers a variety of vacation packages. Each package comes with hotel nights and tickets to ... Read More