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The news of my death

November 6th, 2009 by Marc A. Pitman

Did you see this story from Brazil: “Brazilian man shows up at own funeral”?

A Brazilian bricklayer reportedly killed in a car crash shocked his mourning family by showing up alive at his funeral.

Relatives of Ademir Jorge Goncalves, 59, had identified him as the victim of a Sunday night car crash in Parana state in southern Brazil, police said.

As is customary in Brazil, the funeral was held the following day, which happened to be the holiday of Finados, when Brazilians visit cemeteries to honour the dead.

What family members didn’t know was that Mr. Goncalves had spent the night at a truck stop talking with friends over drinks of a sugarcane liquor known as cachaca, his niece Rosa Sampaio told the O Globo newspaper. He did not get word about his own funeral until it was already happening Monday morning.

The whole story is on the Globe and Mail’s website.

Reminds me of Mark Twain’s

“The reports of my death are greatly exaggerated”

At least Goncalves is in good company! :)

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Darth Vader-Monty Python mashup – and Batman too

October 21st, 2009 by Marc A. Pitman

I just love this mash up of the Monty Python’s King Arthur meeting the Black Knight with Darth Vader lines.

Very funny.

And I just found this one of the scene with Batman lines. Fun too.

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What if Facebook reflected reality?

February 16th, 2009 by Marc A. Pitman

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Nerdy Medical Humor

January 16th, 2009 by Marc A. Pitman

As seen in today’s intranet at the hospital:

Doctors’ Opinions of the Financial Bailout Plan
The allergists voted to scratch it, and the dermatologists advised not to make any rash moves. The osteopaths thought we’re all being manipulated. The orthopedists issued a joint resolution.

The gastroenterologists had a gut feeling that it was not something they could stomach. The neurologists thought the administration had a lot of nerve, and the obstetricians felt they were all laboring under a misconception.

The ophthalmologists considered the idea shortsighted; the otolaryngologists wouldn’t hear of it; the pathologists said, “Over my dead body!” while the pediatricians advised, “Oh, grow up!”

The psychiatrists thought the whole idea was madness; the radiologists could see right through it; and the general surgeons decided to wash their hands of the whole thing. The vascular surgeons were thinking along the same vein.

The internists thought it was a bitter pill to swallow; and the plastic surgeons said, “This puts a whole new face on the matter.” The podiatrists thought it was a step forward, but the urologists felt the scheme wouldn’t hold water.

The anesthesiologists thought the whole idea was a gas; and the cardiologists didn’t have the heart to say much of anything.

In the end, the proctologists, concerned that we’re already in arrears, wanted a more probing analysis.

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Elf Warmer Ale Disco

December 22nd, 2008 by Marc A. Pitman

In celebration of my latest homebrew, Elf Warmer Ale, I got a bit goofy with ElfYourself.com. Hope you enjoy!

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NPR Dancers: Interpretive Dance for the Sophisticated Radio Listener

December 17th, 2008 by Marc A. Pitman

This video was passed on to me today. What an incredibly riot! (Yes, I am a definite NPR-ophile!)

Hat tip to Rachel Hutchisson for passing this on to me!

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An offensive mocking of JC (aka John Cleese)

November 19th, 2008 by Marc A. Pitman

Enjoying the new Monty Python YouTube channel, I somehow stumbled across this amazing gem of a Monty Python fan finding the Life of Christ a deeply offensive parody on the great JC – John Cleese.

It’s hilarious to watch this parody! Lots of great lines, but the “It has ceased to be” takes the cake!

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Do I look like Russell Crowe?

November 14th, 2008 by Marc A. Pitman

My friend Rich Gouette thinks I look like Russell Crowe.

What do you think?

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How do you sweeten chocolate chip cookies AFTER they’re baked?

September 14th, 2008 by Marc A. Pitman

chocolatechipcookiesI just baked a batch of chocolate chip cookies. But I think I used 1/4 cup less sugar than the recipe called for.

So I’ve been brainstorming ways to make them a bit sweeter now that they’re baked. My favorite so far is use them to make an ice cream sandwich.

What would you recommend?

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SorryGottaGo.com

September 12th, 2008 by Marc A. Pitman

I heard about this site while listening to MarketPlace on NPR today during my 4-minute commute.

http://sorrygottago.com/

In an annoying phone call? Or just having trouble bringing a call to a close? SorryGottaGo.com/ is here to help! The many sounds include:

  • crying babies,
  • barking dogs,
  • mowing cows,
  • honking horns,
  • simulated fire drills,
  • and even the starting music to your favorite TV shows!

    Their motto?

    When you absolutely, positively, have to get people off the phone.

    This could quite possibly become one of my favorite sites. But now that I’ve blogged about it, I guess my secret’s out. :)

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