The Da Vinci Code

yeah, yeah, I'm three years too late, but hey, blame it on the kids taking up all my time. So what's the skinny with this book? It was my on my summer reading list, and it's the first book I've read from cover to cover within two days in a long, long time. I heard and read that they're making it into a movie. What's the big deal with the topic? I don't have a problem with Jesus hooking up with Mary Magdalene. I see a bigger problem with people who think Jesus looked like the Aryan version of Bo Bice. HELLOOOO, does anyone from Nazareth look like that? From what I've read, it seems that Jesus wanted his message promoted, not his private social life. Organized religion is so maddening at times. Don't miss the point. Be happy for the guy, that he was able to (possibly) enjoy the company of a loving woman that (allegedly) cared for him very much. Focus on the message, people, and take it for what it's worth...

The Celestine Prophecy

A work buddy ("WB") of mine suggested that I read this book. Something about how I could use the "positive energy", et.al. WB knows that I'm constantly in a state of organized chaos and crisis intervention, thanks mostly to our wonderful jobs. OK, so I picked it up at the local library the other day, and have started reading it, in between the never-ending interruptions (is that a negative comment?). Should I ask for opinions on this book prior to finishing it? Meanwhile, in the back of my mind, I can't help but wonder where I've heard of this book before. All I can say is that, judging from the first couple of chapters, it's covering topics that I've often wondered about over the years. Is it a coincidence that I was drawn to this book? (Insert "Twilight Zone" theme here)...

Random Sample

Today is the first day. I don't expect much, but I'm curious for legitimate reponse and equally random thought. Oh, there'll be topics from time to time, in addition to the random bits of tid. Random Sample will be the place for the "pre-package mayo in tuna cans" ideas that come out of nowhere...
Did you think Christopher Hitchens got his ass handed to him by Jon Stewart the other night? I thought it was another example of a talk show host hogging up most of the interview time. Hey, dude, you have a 20-minute show, save your comments for when the guest is NOT there. Doesn't matter if you don't agree with the guest. Yo, McFly, you are on every night of the week. The guest is on for maybe 10 minutes, max. I know your position, I would like to hear the guest's. Did anyone catch where Hitchens left the stage almost immediately instead of waiting for the c'mml break? I don't think he was too impressed...