November 4, 2009 - More Cowbell! Let's Make Cowbell Radio Happen!
URL Radio (http://www.urlradio.net) , the only locally-owned internet radio station in Bismarck/Mandan, posted that they would allow ANYONE to take over their radio station for 1 day for $600. The person or company could cohost the morning show, the afternoon shows--Women's Power Hour and the Man's Power Hour AND pick all the songs played that day! Not to mention the ads.
So this is what I am thinking.....Bismarck/Mandan NEEDS MORE COWBELL!
I would like to pass the hat (virtually) and see if we can collect ANY money towards COWBELL RADIO DAY!
Think of it! Blue Oyster Cult, The Rolling Stones, Guns N' Roses, and all the other artists who celebrate the Cowbell!!! Chamber Brothers?
Go to my website, http://www.redsneaker.net, and click on the Donate button. You can donate any amount you wish with all of the donated monies going to URL Radio for a COWBELL DAY!
Support independant local radio! Support the Cowbell!
Pay by PayPal or by Credit Card. I'll even cash in your pennies for you to put towards the awesomeness that could be COWBELL RADIO DAY!
I think Bon Jovi used a cowbell in at least one of their songs! Donate today!
September 18, 2009 - Charitable Giving with a twist....of lime
I love when old ideas are given a new slant. In this case, the run/walk for charity. A great concept. People donate money to a charity and get to spend some time running or walking, usually with friends. A pretty painless way to better the community.
Then I heard that the new locally-owned internet radio station, URL Radio (http://www.urlradio.net) was going to have a "Beer Run". Here's the skinny--it's like a walk/run for charity, but it includes the possibility of a "crawl". What do I mean by that? I mean during the actual walk/run (/crawl), each participant will be given 5 beers (or a non-alcoholic choice if they chose) at each of 5 different stops along the way.
Genius idea!
For more information, check out their site with online registration:
I have a few tattoos.
That’s no secret. Just yesterday I had my first appointment at Dead Rockstar in Bismarck, so here’s my review. The space is immaculate! It reminded me more of a medical office at first with the leather sofas, flat panel TVs and muted paint tones. My experience has been outstanding! The staff is very personable and customer oriented.
For instance, the tattoo artist, Aaron, opened the shop early to accommodate my schedule. I chose Aaron as the artist to do my piece after doing some research and seeing some work he completed recently. He has a degree in Art, which was a plus since I too have a degree in Art and know the education has served me well. His attention to details and understanding of my design request were spot on. I am only half way into this tattoo now, but based on the level of expertise, cleanliness, and professionalism,
I would not hesitate to state that Dead Rockstar is the nicest tattoo shop I’ve ever frequented and would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone.
Now with that said, it still hurt, but that's sort of the deal with tattoos. You'd think I would pick up on that sooner or later.
Last night I read a tidbit that stated “Saliva has no flavor”. So the next time someone says, “That there coffee tastes like spit!” You would then know that the beverage is lacking any taste.
Then I wondered….what if saliva tasted just like chicken? That would explain a few things.
July 22, 2009 - If the worlds population were 200 people
If the world’s population were 200 people…
-103 of them would be men, 97 would be women
-34 would be left handed
-122 would be from Asia
-22 would be homeless
-28 would be malnourished
-1 would eat at McDonald’s daily
-And I would still never win an argument
July 14, 2009 - 4 Quotes from Carl Jung one of the founders of modern psychology and one quote from Sir Mix-a-Lot founder of modern bottom songs.
“The shoe that fits one person pinches another; there is no recipe for living that suits all cases.”
“People cannot stand too much reality.”
“To be normal is the ideal aim of the unsuccessful.”
“You can exert no influence if you are not susceptible to influence.”
“Want 'em real thick and juicy So find that juicy double. Mix-a-Lot's in trouble. Beggin' for a piece of that bubble.”
July 2, 2009 - Worldwide Photowalk coming to Bismarck July 18th
Being somewhat of a photonut, I decided that Bismarck should participate in the Worldwide Photowalk. So I volunteered to lead a group. A photowalk is just a group of people who meet, meander for an hour or two taking photos and talking informally. At the end, they share their best images.
For the Worldwide Photowalk, there is also a prize to be won in Bismarck (it’s a Scott Kelby book).
There’s still time to sign up.
Go to: http://worldwidephotowalk.com/bismarck-nd-usa/
This is a great event for photographers with experience ranging from novices all the way to seasoned vets.
Here’s the stats: Meet: Steps of the World War Memorial Building at 9am on July 18th Route:
Meandering around downtown Bismarck Finish: Meet outside Peacock Alley.
We are preparing for a backyard 4th. Living in Mandan means we can. So we will. My father-in-law Henry, my sister-in-law Melissa and I went fireworks shopping the other evening. We had our budgets and grabbed a cart---we were going to need it.
We went straight for the artillery shells—the ones that make people go “oooh” and “ahhh”. As we stand there, I am looking at the prices and wondering “Exactly how much of this is profit?” A little paper, some gun powder and a wick. I’m pretty sure I could do this entire store with a barrel of black powder.
But being the economy stimulators that we are, we loaded up the cart and checked out. After paying, I think they must have felt like they fleeced us too much because they ran and grabbed up $60 worth of free BIG fireworks. Is “THAT much of the cost profit?”
Were they feeling that badly about how much we were gouged?
Honestly, I don’t care, I just want to watch some sparks fly!
I love when old ideas are given a new slant. In this case, the run/walk for charity. A great concept. People donate money to a charity and get to spend some time running or walking, usually with friends. A pretty painless way to better the community. 
Being somewhat of a photonut, I decided that Bismarck should participate in the Worldwide Photowalk. So I volunteered to lead a group. A photowalk is just a group of people who meet, meander for an hour or two taking photos and talking informally. At the end, they share their best images. 
We are preparing for a backyard 4th. Living in Mandan means we can. So we will. My father-in-law Henry, my sister-in-law Melissa and I went fireworks shopping the other evening. We had our budgets and grabbed a cart---we were going to need it.