Chatter July 27, 2011

Issue 103, July 27, 2011

A Weekly Supplement of The Journal

This collection of facts and trivia was gathered from various websites. It is provided as entertainment.

Did You Know?...

More than 50% of the people in the world have never made or received a telephone call.

Rats and horses can't vomit.

The "sixth sick sheik's sixth sheep's sick" is said to be the toughest tongue twister in the English language.

If you sneeze too hard,

Yakitori "Traditional yakitori is made with beef, but is great with pork or chicken too. You will need to adjust the cooking time depending upon the meat or poultry you use for the skewers" Prep Time: 15 Min. Cook Time: 15 Min. Ready In: 4 Hrs 30 Min Servings: 4 INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon sesame seeds 2 tablespoons white sugar 2 green onions, thinly sliced 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1 pound sirloin steak, cubed DIRECTIONS: In a glass or plastic bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oil, lemon juice, sesame seeds, sugar, green onions, garlic, and ginger.

Thread the meat onto skewers. (If you are using wooden skewers, soak them 30 minutes first.) Place the skewers in a plastic or glass container just large enough to hold them, and pour the marinade over the meat, turning to coat well. Cover, and chill for a minimum of 4 hours.

Preheat grill for high heat, and position grate 5 inches from coals.

Brush grate with oil, and place skewers on grill. Grill for 10 to 15 minutes, occasionally turning kabobs to ensure even cooking.

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you can fracture a rib.

If you try to suppress a sneeze, you can rupture a blood vessel in your head or neck and die.

open by force, they can pop out.

Rats multiply so quickly that in 18 months, two rats could have over a million descendants.

If you keep your eyes

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Lactose intolerance occurs when an individual is unable to fully digest the milk sugar, or lactose, in dairy products. Also known as lactase deficiency, lactose intolerance is not typically dangerous but it can be very uncomfortable. Many people, in fact, have low levels of lactase, but most would not know, as there are no noticeable symptoms or signs. Those who do feel strange after consuming dairy and feel they might be lactose intolerant should know that symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, abdominal cramps, bloating, and gas are some of the signs of lactose intolerance. These signs and symptoms typically appear within 30 minutes to two hours after consuming dairy. When a person is lactose intolerant, that's because the cells lining the small intestine are not producing lactase, which attaches to molecules in the food a person eats and breaks them into two simple sugars -- glucose and galactose -- which are then absorbed into the bloodstream. However, with insufficient lactase, food moves into the colon unprocessed, where it then interacts with normal intestinal bacteria, an interaction that often results in the aforementioned uncomfortable symptoms.

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If the U.S. government has no knowledge of aliens, then why does Title 14, Section 1211 of the Code of Federal Regulations, impleARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Reserve judgement for another time, Aries. When someone needs your advice, simply offer it instead of lecturing on what should have been done.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, check your figures again because something simply isn't adding up in your finances. You may need to ask a friend to go over things with you again.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 There's not much you can say or do to change someone's mind. Instead of getting worked up about it, simply move on to someone who is more receptive.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, although you have attacked a problem from many angles, you can't seem to come to a resolution.

Someone will offer the "ah ha" moment this week.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, few things rile you up more than dishonesty. But don't allow this person to get the better of you. Take the high road instead.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, boredom might reign early in the week, but there are plenty of memorable activities on the horizon. Surround yourself with friends.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, it's alright to tell someone the truth.

However, sometimes you have to soften your words.

Not every person is receptive to brutal honesty at all times.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, when you introduce a new idea, expect it to be met with some opposition.

However, later in the week others will start to see the merits of the idea.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 The saying goes, "If you can't beat them, join them."

For you, Virgo, these are words to live by this week.

Don't be the odd person out; join with the group.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, it is OK to reminisce about old times, but trying to relive your youth is not advantageous. This week, make a few new memories that you can be proud of.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, even though others around you don't always act as you would hope they would, you have to look at the merits behind their actions. Don't be critical.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 A problem proves a tough nut to crack, Pisces. You'll find a way to get to the center of the issue and resolve things by the weekend.

mented on July 16, 1969, make it illegal for U.S. citizens to have any contact with extraterrestrials or their vehicles?

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Recognizing Black Dog Syndrome Dogs living in shelters await the chance to be adopted by loving families.

Black dogs in general tend to be harder to place because of people's misperceptions about them.

These dogs are often the last to find homes, if they do at all. The problem is so common, adoption professionals have dubbed it "black dog syndrome."

A duck's quack doesn't echo, and no one knows why.

age lifetime you will, while sleeping, eat 70 assorted insects and 10 spiders.

In the course of an aver-

There are a few reasons people may pass up on owning a black dog. * Dog breeds, such as dobermans and rottweilers, are dark in color.

People may assume that all black dogs tend to be aggressive or protective. In fact, it is often the way a dog is raised that dictates its disposition, regardless of the dog's color or breed. * Another possible explanation for black dog syndrome is that black dogs do not photograph well. When individuals search print advertisements for shelter dogs or browse online placement sites, black dogs do not show up as expressive as lighter -colored ones. * Because they do not show up well in film and in photos, Hollywood often chooses lighter dogs over black dogs. This can make people believe that black dogs are unpopular. * Black dogs have often been condemned in folklore. People may have visions of lurking, hulking black dogs preying on livestock or haunting shadowy corners. Like black cats, black dogs can seem ominous.

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* Black is a depressive color, and individuals may transfer their thoughts of the color onto the animal. * Human nature is to look at bright, sparkly things. A light dog next to a black dog may appear more attractive. * In warmer climates or sporting competitions, black dogs tend to overheat faster than lighter counterparts. Individuals who are active may ignore a black dog for this reason.

There are people who do not believe in black dog syndrome.

Because black and brown tend to be dominant colors in many breeds and because many shelter dogs are mixes of breeds, it makes some sense that there are more black dogs in shelters for this reason alone. Others say that Labradors, which are often black, are the most popular breed, and this is another reason for the abundance of black dogs in shelters.

However, shelter workers contradict that black dogs often are the last to be adopted and the first to be euthanized. People are urged to remember that coat color does not dictate the temperament of a dog. Individuals shopping around for a new pet should look carefully at all the dogs available because black dogs are often overlooked. Who knows, an ebony pup may become a child or adult's new best friend.

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Solutions & Substitutions By: Reena Nerbas Hi Reena, I was asking a clerk in our local store, about cola for cooking, and he had never heard of it. Where can I find it?

Secondly, what I have found most excellent for mosquito bites is to put a teeny dab of toothpaste on the bite, and you can forget all about it. It works like a charm, believe me. And, for burns, to hands, or fingers, or whatever, when we are working around the kitchen, I always put my finger(s) under cold water for a minute, then dab that with a towel, to get most of the water off, and then I put on some lavender oil (available in all health stores). Years ago, two men were working in some kind of lab, and one of them burnt his hand, and automatically pulled his hand away, and inadvertently put it into a bowl of lavender oil. It healed right away, with no scarring, or anything.

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Sincerely, Gordon Hi Gordon, Thank-you for the great solutions! With regards to cola, this refers to; No Name, Pepsi, Coca Cola, Diet Cola etc.

The combination of carbonic, citric and phosphoric acids can be used for making; chili, BBQ sauce, brownies, and cooking/marinating meat.

Hi Reena, We moved into a new home. I would like to clean the basement floor. It is untreated, that is there is no sealant on it. What cleaning solution should I use on it?

Darlene Dear Darlene, Assuming that your basement floor is concrete; mix one half cup bleach, one quarter cup baking soda, 2 tbsp. borax and 8 cups warm water. Let sit for 10 mins. Scrub with club soda. If you are opposed to bleach, you can substitute the same amount of 3% hydrogen peroxide.

When the floor is clean, seal.

Hi Reena, Heard you on the radio today but I could not get through before the show ended. Root weevil (strawberry I think) have gotten worse inside our house over the years, I kill

about 50-100 a day. We are trying to reduce outside foliage and plan to replace flooring (mostly carpet) in future. Have kids and the weevils are in all rooms, I would like some suggestions if possible. House is well sealed and the attached garage not too bad. I am looking for a solution for inside if possible as now that they (weevils) are inside, it seems they are here to stay.

Thanks in advance. David Dear David, Strawberry root weevils look like large wood ticks. A single female can lay up to 400 eggs, and this challenge needs immediate attention as they sometimes wander into houses by mistake as accidental invaders. Household aerosol insecticides are not very effective for controlling weevils, your best bet is to vacuum them up as soon as you see them. Secure a plastic bag over the vacuum nozzle when not in use so that weevils do not escape. If problem persists, contact an exterminator.

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Fill mason jars three quarter full with water; add a drop of dish soap to each jar. Line jars along garden 1-2 feet apart and place on top of foil pie plates. The water reflects the sun off the jar and the foil. The dish soap changes the surface tension of the water so that mosquitoes cannot lay eggs.

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Over 75% of people who read this will try to lick their elbow.

The first owner of the Marlboro Company died of lung cancer.

American Airlines saved $40,000 in 1987 by eliminating 1 olive from each salad served in first-class.

Michael Jordan makes more money from Nike annually than all of the Nike factory workers in Malaysia combined.

Venus is the only planet that rotates clockwise.

All US Presidents have worn glasses. Some just didn't like being seen wearing them in public.

Apples, not caffeine, are more efficient at waking you up in the morning.

Pearls melt in vinegar.

The three most valuable brand names on earth Marlboro, Coca Cola, and Budweiser, in that order.

contains all the letters from the word "criminal." William Jefferson Clinton is the second.

A crocodile can't stick it's tongue out.

Richard Millhouse Nixon was the first US president whose name

A shrimp's heart is in their head.

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People say "Bless you" when you sneeze because when you sneeze, your heart stops for a milli-second.

It is physically impossible for pigs to look up into the sky.

A pregnant goldfish is called a twit.

Between 1937 and 1945 Heinz produced a version of Alphabetti

Spaghetti especially for the German market that consisted solely of little pasta swastikas.

There are two words in the English language that have all five vowels in order: "abstemious" and "facetious."

occurs five times: "indivisibility."

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Shortcuts for Fast Weeknight Meals Most people are busy balancing family life and careers. This can with less prep work than others. One night a week serve pancakes, make mealtime challenging. Sometimes it seems easier to go French toast, omelettes, or Belgian waffles. It's easy and tasty. through the drive-through lane of the nearest fast-food restaurant * Invest in a slow cooker. Slow cookers cook food on very low heat than to spend time in the kitchen. But making dinner doesn't have for several hours. Many now feature programmable displays so a to be time-consuming or difficult. person can punch in the cook time and the slow cooker will automatically shut off when done. Individuals Arriving home from work at 6:30 p.m. and can come home after a long day of work then thinking about making dinner leaves and school with an entire meal fully cooked many people feeling stressed out. It is possiand ready to eat. ble to create healthy meals the entire family will enjoy with planning and smart time man* Stir-fry satisfies. Meats and poultry cut agement in the kitchen. into smaller strips and pieces will cook much faster than an entire steak. Pair this Here are some tips that can make for easier with favorite flavors, such as ginger and meals in a snap. teriyaki and seasonal vegetables (fresh or * Mark the calendar. Sure it may seem like a frozen) and serve over rice or noodles. page right out of the school cafeteria operaThere are dozens of stir-fry recipes a person tions, but planning at least two weeks of can create with a little experimentation. meals in advance can alleviate the toughest * Have leftover night. One night of the week part of meal creation -- deciding on the can be set aside for leftovers to clean out menu. This enables a person to shop for all the refrigerator. Simply reheat and serve, of the ingredients and stock up the pantry letting each member of the family concoct and the refrigerator. Come mealtime, it's a buffet-style meal, featuring a little of this simply grab and cook. and a little of that. * Prep in advance. Some people like to spend * Make-your-own. Foods that involve particSunday afternoon pre-cooking items that will be used during the week. For example, one can bake chicken ipation are enjoyable and often fast. Tacos, fajitas, personal pizzas, cutlets that can be used for a variety of meals later on. Or slice and nuggets and dipping sauces -- all of these options are quick to make dice items so that the preparatory work is done. Package into indi- and eat. Plus, they get the kids involved in meal preparation. vidual baggies or bowls for later use. Sometimes the longest time * Pastas a plus. A pot of pasta can be boiled in 7 to 10 minutes. In spent on meals is the prep work. roughly the same amount of time, it is possible to put together a * Take some shortcuts. Not every meal that is cooked needs to be sauce to top the pasta, whether oil and garlic, tomato or something entirely from scratch. Mix fresh-made elements with store-bought cream-based. Pasta should be the go-to dish when a person is short options. For example, serve barbecued flank steak with prepared on time and needs a hearty meal. salad greens from your grocer's refrigerated section and cornbread Cooking for the family during the week can be done quickly and from their bakery. easily with organization and a little know-how. * Consider breakfast foods. Breakfast foods tend to cook faster and

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