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"When you stop chasing the wrong things, you give the right things a chance to catch you." -Lolly Daskal sandrewn

Sumo - a Traditional Japanese Martial Art http://www.japanesesearch.com/sumo-traditional-japanese-martial-art/ I really think that if they(Japan) had attended all the games(5) from 1900 to 1920. Participated in all the Tug-of-Wars. That they would have swept the field and won all the medals for that event, each time. That's what I believe, anyways. sandrewn

Some of this stuff is just plain scary. http://www.thoughtpursuits.com/20-practical-uses-coca-cola-proof-coke-belong-human-body/ sandrewn (I still drink it)

All those before me have said it in so many ways. My wish to you is the same, times ten. A member, then author and finally administrator, as you step down, know that you made a difference here at GA and a better place. All those that matter, know and wish you the best, they like you are the life, blood and spirit that makes GA what it is. The ever silent thousands of others, just fill in the site numbers total. I hope that on your page you put back up for your group title Author. For you will always be a GA Author, now and forever more. Lastly, I hope and pray that you find what you are looking for, as you step forward, looking forward to what ever may come your way. Carpe diem sandrewn

I think that if we had too pay extra to see the original Star Trek, that the Trek world as we know it would not now exist. It was the ability for anyone(everyone) with a TV to see it that made it what is was and still is. I for one will not pay extra to see this latest adventure. sandrewn (beam me up, Scotty)

Vending Machines, the untold story. Will You Win Powerball? A Vending Machine Death Is More LikelyBy Sara G. Miller, Staff Writer | January 12, 2016 12:56pm ET Updated January 13th at 10:00 am. The winner of this Wednesday's Powerball drawing is poised to collect a staggering $1.5 billion (before taxes). But with the discouraging odds of 1 in 292.2 million, it's extremely unlikely that you'll find yourself with the winning ticket. In fact, you're more likely to die from a vending-machine-related accident than to draw the lucky number. (The odds of dying from a vending-machine-related accident are 1 in 112 million, according to "The Book of Odds" by Amram Shapiro. Here's a roundup of scenarios that statistics predict are more likely than winning this Wednesday's Powerball: droughtquake - even I think this one is going to far: http://time.com/62027/marijuana-vending-machine-unveiled-in-colorado/ SolarMaxx & Zarek - shaking and tilting is the main culprit: Vending Machine AccidentsMost of us have relied on a vending machine for a snack or a drink at one point in our lives. The convenience and relative cost-effectiveness of vending machines make them a valuable addition to most school, offices, and public areas. However, despite the convenience of these machines, they are notorious for some of the problems they exhibit—especially in dispensing, or not dispensing, a person’s chosen snack. Many people, moved to frustration by this, will attempt to shake their snack free by either reaching an arm up into the machine or by rocking the machine itself. Actions like these, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, have caused at least 37 deaths and 113 injuries since 1978. Vending machines are not secured to a wall or to the floor, and as such, they have a high chance of falling over when rocked or tilted by a patron. Nevertheless, despite growing awareness of some of the dangers posed by vending machines, vending machines have not been changed in terms of their design in an attempt to make them any safer or any less likely to tip over. However, since 1995, it has become standard for all vending machines to have a safety label on them warning customers of the dangers of lifting, tilting, or rocking the machine. http://cmuems.com/2013/a/kristina/09/05/fatalities-caused-by-vending-machines-take-heed/ Soda Pop Vending Machine Injuries Michael Q. Cosio, MD Author Affiliations JAMA. 1988;260(18):2697-2699. doi:10.1001/jama.1988.03410180105039 Fifteen male patients, 15 to 24 years of age, sustained injuries after rocking soda machines. The machines fell onto the victims, resulting in a variety of injuries. Three were killed. The remaining 12 required hospitalization for their injuries. Unless changes are made to safeguard these machines, people will continue to suffer severe and possibly fatal injuries from what are largely preventable accidents. This last one is my favorite one. Some of the facts given could liven up (smiles) a fading party or dull diner table. https://healthebay.org/vending-machines-more-hazardous-than-sharks/ sandrewn

From today's status update, giraffes can't swim. One comment was, but they could wade. Yes they do cross rivers, but with reluctance. If they fall over, they must get up as quickly as possible. If not, death is almost certain. Being so tall in the animal world is not all it is cracked up to be. sandrewn (but their long blue tongue is way cool) I added this fantasy thanks to Williams quick searching for a bit of humor, thanks. sandrewn (Phelps take note)

I hope you come back to us at GA. You have a story to finish for us and more importantly, for yourself. sandrewn

Sometimes the best revenge is to smile and move on. sandrewn

To all of you here that make this site a home (you know who you are). You are born into a family, but here we have made our own global family by the choices we have made. You make this place a home. Thank you all. Seasons Greetings & Happy Holidays To You All !!! sandrewn (and as Tiny Tim said, 'God bless us one and all')

This is the first one that I am sending on time, in awhile. I hope your day is an especially good one this year. Wishing you Patrickjason A Very Happy Birthday!!! sandrewn

This one is getting closer to the actual date(for me). It is no excuse for being late and I can only hope that you will accept this belated BW from me. A Belated Happy Birthday Wish to you flamingo136 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbt974GsXBs sandrewn

This wish is coming your way really late, even later than some of my past transgressions. I was not going to send out BWs any more. Then I decided I would not start any but that I would add to any started. You are part of the reason why this site is doing so well. So your birthday needs to be noted for what you do here. So please accept this really late belated wish from me. A Belated Happy Birthday Wish to you Wolfwriter sandrewn

I am sending this very late Birthday Wish your way with a note. I was not going to send any more wishes out to any one. On reflection I decided that I will not start one but will add to one started. In a land of equals, some are more equal than others. In your case you help to make this site the success it is and I for one appreciate all that you do. So please accept my belated Birthday Wish to you. I read your blogs and pray that this year will be a better one for you. A Belated Happy Birthday wish to you TalonRider sandrewn

These I have posted here, because in a perfect world the following 5 heroic attempts to do good should of resulted in acclaim and/or recognition for their efforts. Instead - That Backfired Horribly http://www.cracked.com/article_20815_5-heroic-attempts-to-do-good-that-backfired-horribly.html sandrewn

I believe that things happen in our lives for a reason and that every single decision we make has or will have a ripple effect in our lives, even if we never know what it is. https://www.thepetstech.com/blogs/the-pets-lounge/34852037-a-doberman-pinscher-named-khan-saves-baby-from-deadly-snake-attack sandrewn (life can be stranger than fiction)

OMG! I thought I stopped reading at chapter 26, it was actually chapter 25!!! I too, am happier than a pig in shit for a new chapter coming. With limited time available to me, I just hope I can catch up, in time to read it before the New Year. YaY, it's marathon Granger for me. The best Christmas present I could ever hope to receive this year. Thank you Mark sandrewn

From today's status update, the argument ' Is the Great Wall of China Visible From Space?' The following references will tell you the truth of it all. https://www.nasa.gov/vision/space/workinginspace/great_wall.html https://eol.jsc.nasa.gov/Collections/ https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/is-chinas-great-wall-visible-from-space/ http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/english/doc/2004-05/14/content_330829.htm sandrewn (no more arguments now)

AC Benus posted in the Recent Status Updates, the question of why the association of Robins with Christmas in the UK? Northie gave a good answer. The following is probably where she found it, but here I can it give more room for a more detailed explanation. The Robin and Christmas (UK) http://hypnogoria.blogspot.ca/2014/12/folklore-on-friday-robin-and-christmas.html sandrewn (I learn something new here every day)

"If you are going through hell keep going." ---Winston Churchill sandrewn

Have you ever wondered what a group of birds is called. Gaggle and flock I know, of others not so much. I wasn't aware of the variety of names out there. What do you call a group of birds? (and no,a group of birds, is not the answer) http://www.lyberty.com/encyc/articles/murder.html sandrewn (well, I thought it was interesting)

I must admit my frustration on seeing that ' You have reached...' any number of times and when exactly the 24hr time out would finish???? I guess I wasn't alone. Playing the devils' advocate, my only concern is that the ability to LIKE at will(so to speak) will decrease the value of a like. As long as we use them as before and not as merely an indicator of having read the chapter, post or seen the picture. A like should still always mean that we really liked something. I enjoy giving a well deserved like. I enjoy receiving likes for something I did(if it was notable). A like, should be a bonus, not something that is felt to be due. Otherwise they will just be numbers without any real value or meaning, EBGOs (everybody/thing gets one). Just my thoughts sandrewn

I think some of my status updates are causing some alarm to some members here. They are meant to be interesting and informative and nothing else. For the one on ' Dust Mites '. Read the following references, to put things into proper perspective. Dust Mites: Everything You Might Not Want To Know! http://ehso.com/ehshome/dustmites.php http://ehso.com/ehshome/dustmites.php#1What sandrewn (sorry to all of you)

This post is because Cia piqued my curiosity with a reply made in my status update. About identical twins in her family. Twins - interesting twin facts Fraternal Twins vs Identical Twins http://www.pregnancyweekbyweek.co.za/2009/09/fraternal-twins-vs-identical-twins/ Thanks Cia sandrewn