March 3, 2011

The Upstate New York "5-Day Local Weather Forecast"

TODAY – will become mostly sunny with a daytime high today in the low 20’s.

TONIGHT – clouds move in and temperatures will rise into the lower 20’s.

TOMORROW – will start off cloudy with a chance of snow in the morning then rain likely in the afternoon. It won’t be quite as cold tomorrow as the temperature rises into the upper 30’s to possibly the low 40’s.

SATURDAY – there will be a 90% chance for rain and a daytime high Saturday in the upper 40’s to low 50’s.

SUNDAY – is calling for rain and possibly some early Sunday morning snow, with rain later and a daytime high on Sunday in the lower 40’s.

MONDAY – the advance forecast is calling for partly sunny skies with a daytime high on Monday in the low to mid 30’s.


Girls H.S. Basketball Last Night
Marion defeated Keshequa 58-36 to win the Class C Final
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The Amerks Hit the Road Today
Today the Rochester Americans head for Grand Rapids, Michigan for games tomorrow night and Saturday night against the Grand Rapids Griffins to close out the North Division mini-series.

The Amerks are 29-27-3 and 3 on the season
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It’s a Big One Tomorrow Night for S.U. in Men’s Lacrosse
It is a rare match up tomorrow night between the two teams at the top of the national polls.

The two and 0 Orange welcome 4 & 0 Virginia. The S.U. Long Sticks are 1 and 3 against the Cavalliers.

This will be a great 1st time game to see if you’ve never seen Lacrosse before.




What I Like About Getting Up at 3:30 AM Every Morning to Come to Work

1. Those early morning hours, when I can enjoy the peace and quiet of my surroundings. You know---the time before Charlie Sheen gets up and starts talking to everyone.

2. It lets me come up with great ideas like creating a mute button for Charlie Sheen.

3. It lets me think back to “the-good-old-days” when saying; "Well, he's no Charlie Sheen!" was an insult.
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This Makes Me Sick


The Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that the First Amendment protects the vile, ugly, hate-filled speech of the Westboro Baptist Church of Topeka, Kansas, who holds protests at military funerals. So, vile, ugly hate-speech is now officially legal. "

I guess this means six more weeks of Charlie Sheen interviews...and the same old same old on MSNBC."
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This Month Is National Frozen Food Month
How long will frozen food keep?

• Frozen dinners -- three to four months
• Ground beef and turkey -- three months
• Bacon, unopened -- one month
• Roasts -- six to twelve months
• Whole fish -- five to six months
• Fish fillets -- four to five months
• Shellfish -- four to six months
• Whole chicken or turkey -- twelve months
• Chicken or turkey pieces -- nine months
• Cooked poultry -- four months
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Now That’s a Whopper
Las Vegas chef Hubert Keller has created a gourmet whopper burger, but is not called that because it is big it is the whopping price tag a staggering $5,000 that makes it a whopper of a burger.

Served at the Mandalay Bay's fancy Fleur eatery, the pricey munch is made from ultra-costly ingredients Kobe beef topped with goose liver foie gras and black truffles, served on a brioche truffle bun dripping with truffle sauce.

Kobe ground beef can cost more than $30 a pound. But that is nothing compared to truffles.

The rare, earthy flavored underground growing mushroom can sell for a staggering $2,000 a pound. However it is not the fancy fungus or the Japanese beef that makes Chef Keller's whopper worth a king's ransom. It is the beverage. Each burger comes with a bottle of Chateau Petrus 1995 wine, which the eatery sells separately for $5,300 per bottle.

When you look at it that way, Keller is right when he says that getting a fancy burger along with a bottle of rare French vino for just 5Gs "is a bargain." (National Examiner)



THINGS THAT YOU NOW KNOW

• An FBI file contends that a young Edward Kennedy arranged to rent a brothel for a night while visiting Chile in 1961, a year before he was elected to the Senate.

• Melissa Gilbert and her husband of 16 years, Bruce Boxleitner, are going their separate ways. Don't know which one will get the little house on the prairie, but I have an idea.

• When Beyonce wants to seduce her husband, Jay-Z, she wears sexy stilettos and a beautiful dress. The pop megastar revealed this personal sex secret to Cosmopolitan.

• In South Carolina, there have been several gas thieves who stole it by drilling holes in the gas tanks of parked cars. Really?

• Brooke Mueller went to court and
retrieved her twins from Charlie Sheen's house Tuesday night with a court order. It was Charlie's day to have them, but the idea of him and his "goddesses" watching them was just too much for Brooke. Can't blame her.

• Speaking of, men, be wary of the Facebook friend requests you accept on Facebook. Prostitutes are using Facebook as a marketing tool.

• Katie Holmes is suing Star Magazine for a story that insinuated that she was a drug addict.

• 45 years after their show debuted on TV, The Monkees are going to go on a concert tour this summer, hitting 30 cities. No Mike, but everyone else will be there.

• Congressman Rush Holt of New Jersey took on Watson the computer this week and beat him in "Jeopardy" at a hotel event.

• Like father, like daughter. Sarah Brokaw -- yep, Tom's Daughter -- has written a book about dealing with the 40s and 50s.
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Are You Shy?
So you find it hard to start conversations with people you don't know well?
You don't have to worry about trying controversial subjects like politics and religion. Try these openers to get you talking:

• "Who is the most interesting person you have ever met?" This certainly gets people thinking and talking about people they have met and leads you to ask, "Why?"

• "Where in the world would you most like to visit?" Maybe it's a location shared by many people leading to a common interest and of course, once again, you can ask "Why?"

• "Who's had the biggest influence in your life?" Generally, they will think of a positive person and be very willing to talk further about them and why that influence is positive.

"What has been the most life-changing experience you have ever had?" This could be something good or even something tragic that has affected their life to a great degree. It should lead to a long conversation.

• "What is the most spontaneous thing you have ever done?" From funny to brave and adventurous stories, this is a good opener.

• "What thing that you haven't done yet would you most like to do?" Maybe a career move? A new family, a change of lifestyle? This is where you can join in and talk about your aspirations, too.

• "What is the best quality you've inherited from either of your parents?" This is a particularly appropriate topic at family gatherings as most people will know who you are talking about.

• "From which person have you learned most in your life?" Another uplifting positive topic of conversation.

• "What historical figure do you most identify with?" This really opens up the conversation into the era the figure lived in and events surrounding their life. Yes, it can get into politics or religion but generally, people treat this question in the fun that was intended and steer away from being too serious.

• "What kind of music do you like?" This gives you a great insight into other people but don't let the subject close. An interesting aside is to ask "What is the most embarrassing album in your collection?" Answers to this one are usually hilarious.
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If You Could Go Back in Time Would You Marry the Same Person Again
22% of married women said that if they could go back in time and do it all over again, they would marry a different man. Only 12% of married men feel the same way about their wife.

According to a British survey commissioned by Bradford & Bingley bank, which also asked men and women over the age of 35 to name their biggest regrets in life. In addition to marrying the wrong person, 30% wish they had a different career, while 37% regret they haven't saved more money.

The #1 regret was travel as 53% said they wished they had traveled more before settling down.
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Do You Waste Time at Work
An online survey by Salary.com found about six in every 10 workers admit to wasting time at work with the average employee wasting 1.7 hours of a typical 8.5 hour working day. 34% gave the world-wide-web as their number one activity. 20.3% said socializing, 17% said conducting personal business.

The reasons given for wasting time were:

• Boredom, 18%
• Having too long work hours, 13.9%
• Being underpaid, 11.8%
• Lack of challenging work, 11.1%
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The Golden Years May Come Sooner Than You Think
The Golden Years may come sooner than you think. A survey shows that people tend to find true happiness at the age of 50, when they are typically more financially secure than their earlier years, are more content with their body shape and image, and have more time to pursue their interests now that their kids are grown.

"With increased life expectancy, 50 is considered relatively young these days," notes a spokesman for Engage Mutual, the company that conducted the survey of nearly 1,500 people 50 and older. "And if they've been able to maintain a healthy lifestyle and plan their fiances, they may start to feel the benefit of their efforts in these years."

The study reveals that 4 in 10 people older than 50 feel more content with their lives than ever, and the ones who do not are typically saddled with financial woes, health problems and/or concerns for their children. But those who have managed to stay healthy, pay off the mortgage and usher their kids into a state of independence are experiencing the exact opposite of a middle age crisis.

Says the spokesman: "There may be a bit of spare cash to spend on vacations and hobbies, rather than working solely to pay bills." (National Examiner)
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Say What’s on your Mind
If you're angry at him for leaving dirty dishes in the sink, say so. If you're upset with her for ignoring you at the end of a long day, speak up. Holding it in with the idea of not starting an argument is the fastest way to kill a marriage.

Why? It creates emotional distance. The Rev. David Code, an Episcopal priest, family coach and author of "To Raise Happy Kids, Put Your Marriage First," says couples today are quick to suppress the urge to argue with one another. "But just because you seldom argue doesn't mean your marriage is strong.

The real silent killer of marriage is distancing yourself from your partner," he writes in a column published in the Christian Science Monitor. Code insists that couples should worry more about their flight response, which is the instinct to avoid your partner, than their fight response, the instinct to argue it out verbally.
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Got a Bad Boss?
Are you suffering from a "bad boss"? In The Worst Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Work, authors Joshua Piven and David Borgenicht describe some of these bosses and how to deal with them.

• The Control Freak micromanages every move you make. How to Deal: Bombard this person with emails, reports and meetings. This might overwhelm him and throw off his controlling behavior.

• The Buddy tries to solicit personal information and seeks inclusion as though you are best of friends. How to Deal: Include this person but keep your distance. Invent a fictional hobby, extend invitations you know she can't accept, and avoid hugs.

• The Workaholic has sacrificed his life for his job and expects the same from you. How to Deal: Let this person know there is life outside of work. Discuss family, friends and hobbies at every opportunity.

• The Teller of Bad Jokes always has one for you and it's always bad. How to Deal: Be prepared for the painful punchline and feign amusement. Then change the subject.

• The Supreme Delegator takes all of the credit and none of the blame and essentially is setting up others to take the fall. How to Deal: In writing, advise on all key decisions and plans, but be prepared for a denial of knowledge if anything goes wrong.

• The Yes/No Manager could care less about useful information or discussions and simply wants every decision boiled down to "yes" or "no." How to Deal: Present summaries with several alternatives for action. If asked for a recommendation, give it orally.

• The Passive-Aggressive Boss procrastinates, complains about not enough time, and then blames others for the bad job. How to Deal: Involve others in projects as much as necessary so that you have witnesses.

• The Indecision Maker needs info from many different sources before making any sort of "independent" decision. How to Deal: Present any question as if you've taken an informational survey of any key employees who might have a stake in the problem.

• The All-Business-is-Personal Manager can't separate business and personal life. How to Deal: Make your work time enjoyable, one bad incident could ruin your work relationship. In the long run, though, your nightmare could turn into a sweet dream. That toxic supervisor could be the motivating factor for you to make a change for the better.
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Eye Opening Female Survey Results About What They’re Willing to Give Up, and for What
A survey in “Woman's Own” magazine tells us what women would give up for a perfect body.

• 61% say they would give up chocolate for ever
• 30% would give up all their life savings
• 4% would leave their partner for the body of their dreams


Asked what physical characteristic they would most like to have:



• 65% said flatter stomachs
• 20% slimmer hips
• 11% a smaller bottom
• 4% bigger breasts



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TOP FIVE SIGNS THAT A CHRISTIAN DIOR FASHION DESIGNER MAY BE A NAZI

1. Plans to invade Tommy Bahama
2. At Paris show, expects everyone to surrender
3. Keeps calling Little Eve "Ava Braun"
4. This year's hottest new fashion: brown shirts
5. Sleeps in a bunker




BIRTHDAYS

In 1831 Inventor, George M. Pullman (sleeping/dining railway car)

In 1854 Artist, Vincent Van Gogh

In 1920 Actor, James Doohan (Scotty-Star Trek) [d: 7-20-05]

In 1962 Heptathlon athlete, Jackie Joyner-Kersee (Olympic-Gold-88, 92) (49)

In 1962 Football player, Herschel Walker (Cowboys, Vikings, Eagles) (49)

In 1976 Actor, Danny Masterson (Steve-That 70's Show) (35)



IT WAS ON THIS DAY

In 1791 Congress passes a resolution ordering the U.S. Mint be established.

In 1849 The Gold Coinage Act passes, allowing gold coins to be minted.

In 1885 American Telephone and Telegraph (AT&T) is incorporated.

In 1887 Ann Sullivan arrives at the Alabama home of Captain and Mrs. Arthur Keller to become the teacher of their blind and deaf 6-year-old daughter, Helen.

In 1931 The "Star Spangled Banner" officially becomes the national anthem of
the United States.

In 1991 In a case that sparked a national outcry, motorist Rodney King is severely beaten by Los Angeles police officers after a high-speed chase in a scene captured on home video.