We're Just a Bunch of Monkeys!

This covers it all, from politics and religion to all the petty and hurtful things we do to ourselves and each other. Funny, profound and oh-so-simple. Brilliant!

We're Just a Bunch of Monkeys!

This covers it all, from politics and religion to all the petty and hurtful things we do to ourselves and each other. Funny, profound and oh-so-simple. Brilliant!

Michael Phelps' Win Proof That Atlantis Exists! His Feet Morph Into Dolphin Tail!

I heard this story on NPR yesterday, about how Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps' dolphin kick has helped him swim faster than anyone else in Beijing. Which reminded me of something. And it's a great childhood memory, so I thought I'd share, even though I feel like I'm breaking my Olympics boycott by posting this.

Yay for Michael and all that, but he isn't the first to use the dolphin kick. Oh, no, gentle readers--don't be led to believe no one else has ever discovered this before. Phelps is no visionary. In fact, 30 years ago we knew the dolphin kick could help you swim like the fishies.

And who was the REAL pioneer in swimology? Why, none other than actor Patrick Duffy, star of the fantastic but short-lived series The Man From Atlantis (and that other little show, Dallas) . God, I loved this show and so wanted to be him and swim with the dolphins. Check out those webbed hands!


His character was from Atlantis (really!) and washed up on shore somewhere and then helped beautiful Belinda Montgomery explore the seas. For the longest time, that was my dream, to explore the oceans like Duffy's character and swim with that dolphin kick! I practiced in the pool, too, every chance I had! That's right--before Phelps was even born, Patrick Duffy and yours truly were doin' the dolphin kick!

So Michael Phelps, you're not so great after all.

Michael Phelps' Win Proof That Atlantis Exists! His Feet Morph Into Dolphin Tail!

I heard this story on NPR yesterday, about how Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps' dolphin kick has helped him swim faster than anyone else in Beijing. Which reminded me of something. And it's a great childhood memory, so I thought I'd share, even though I feel like I'm breaking my Olympics boycott by posting this.

Yay for Michael and all that, but he isn't the first to use the dolphin kick. Oh, no, gentle readers--don't be led to believe no one else has ever discovered this before. Phelps is no visionary. In fact, 30 years ago we knew the dolphin kick could help you swim like the fishies.

And who was the REAL pioneer in swimology? Why, none other than actor Patrick Duffy, star of the fantastic but short-lived series The Man From Atlantis (and that other little show, Dallas) . God, I loved this show and so wanted to be him and swim with the dolphins. Check out those webbed hands!


His character was from Atlantis (really!) and washed up on shore somewhere and then helped beautiful Belinda Montgomery explore the seas. For the longest time, that was my dream, to explore the oceans like Duffy's character and swim with that dolphin kick! I practiced in the pool, too, every chance I had! That's right--before Phelps was even born, Patrick Duffy and yours truly were doin' the dolphin kick!

So Michael Phelps, you're not so great after all.

Olympics/China Boycott, Day 132: Journalist Arrested for Being, Well, a Journalist

British journalist John Ray was arrested by Chinese police for apparently just doing his job. He showed up to cover a protest about the situation in Tibet, which is, of course, the Human Rights Violation That Shall Not Be Named. You know the police were trying to cover up and pretend that nothing was going on, so concerned as the Chinese are over appearances. They should've brought that little girl from the opening ceremonies in to distract everyone.

Ray was eventually released once the police chilled long enough to realize he was, in fact, a journalist. Hmmm, you'd think the fact that he had a press pass and a cameraman--who filmed the entire episode!--would've given the police some sort of clue.

Oh, the irony. Once again, the Chinese try to suppress the reality of Tibet only to have it blow up in their faces --faces with a perpetually fake smile.

Olympics/China Boycott, Day 132: Journalist Arrested for Being, Well, a Journalist

British journalist John Ray was arrested by Chinese police for apparently just doing his job. He showed up to cover a protest about the situation in Tibet, which is, of course, the Human Rights Violation That Shall Not Be Named. You know the police were trying to cover up and pretend that nothing was going on, so concerned as the Chinese are over appearances. They should've brought that little girl from the opening ceremonies in to distract everyone.

Ray was eventually released once the police chilled long enough to realize he was, in fact, a journalist. Hmmm, you'd think the fact that he had a press pass and a cameraman--who filmed the entire episode!--would've given the police some sort of clue.

Oh, the irony. Once again, the Chinese try to suppress the reality of Tibet only to have it blow up in their faces --faces with a perpetually fake smile.

Daily Distraction: Jason Statham

Don't know what made me think of hunky actor Jason Statham--but, hell, who needs a reason!?

He's mighty fine with that shaved noggin, scruffy beard, deep voice, furry chest & muscles--and he can kick your ass.

Just check out Snatch, the 2 Transporter films or Crank.