BillyVance 34 #1 March 30, 2005 And other interesting facts! In the 1400's a law was set forth that a man was not allowed to beat his wife with a stick thicker than his thumb. Hence we have "the rule of thumb". Many years ago in Scotland, a new game was invented. It was ruled "Gentlemen Only ... Ladies Forbidden" ... and thus the word GOLF entered into the English language. The first couple to be shown in bed together on prime time TV were Fred and Wilma Flintstone. Every day more money is printed for Monopoly than the US Treasury. Men can read smaller print than women can; women can hear better. Coca-Cola was originally green. It is impossible to lick your elbow. The State with the highest percentage of people who walk to work: Alaska! The percentage of Africa that is wilderness: 28% (now get this...) The percentage of North America that is wilderness: 38% The cost of raising a medium-size dog to the age of eleven: $6,400 The average number of people airborne over the US any given hour: 61,000 Intelligent people have more zinc and copper in their hair. The first novel ever written on a typewriter: Tom Sawyer. The San Francisco Cable cars are the only mobile National Monuments. Each king in a deck of playing cards represents a great king from history: Spades - King David Hearts - Charlemagne Clubs - Alexander, the Great Diamonds - Julius Caesar 111,111,111 x 111,111,111 = 12,345,678,987,654,321 If a statue in the park of a person on a horse has both front legs in the air, the person died in battle. If the horse has one front leg in the air the person died as a result of wounds received in battle. If the horse has all four legs on the ground, the person died of natural causes. Only two people signed the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, John Hancock and Charles Thomson. Most of the rest signed on August 2, but the last signature wasn't added until 5 years later. Q. Half of all Americans live within 50 miles of what? A. Their birthplace Q. Most boat owners name their boats. What is the most popular boat name requested? A. Obsession Q. If you were to spell out numbers, how far would you have to go until you would find the letter "A"? A. One thousand Q. What do bulletproof vests, fire escapes, windshield wipers, and laser printers all have in common? A. All invented by women. Q. What is the only food that doesn't spoil? A. Honey Q. Which day are there more collect calls than any other day of the year? A. Father's Day In Shakespeare's time, mattresses were secured on bed frames by ropes. When you pulled on the ropes the mattress tightened, making the bed firmer to sleep on. Hence the phrase ... "goodnight, sleep tight." It was the accepted practice in Babylon 4,000 years ago that for a month after the wedding, the bride's father would supply his son-in-law with all the mead he could drink. Mead is a honey beer and because their calendar was lunar based, this period was called the honey month ... which we know today as the honeymoon. In English pubs, ale is ordered by pints and quarts... So in old England, when customers got unruly, the bartender would yell at them "Mind your pints and quarts, and settle down." It's where we get the phrase "mind your P's and Q's" Many years ago in England, pub frequenters had a whistle baked into the rim, or handle, of their ceramic cups. When they needed a refill, they used the whistle to get some service. "Wet your whistle" is the phrase inspired by this practice. ~~~~~~~~~~~AND FINALLY~~~~~~~~~~~~ At least 75% of people who read this will try to lick their elbow."Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rebecca 0 #2 March 30, 2005 QuoteIn the 1400's a law was set forth that a man was not allowed to beat his wife with a stick thicker than his thumb. Hence we have "the rule of thumb" Ye can't do much damage with that, now can ya? Perhaps it shoulda been the rule of wrist... you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WrongWay 0 #3 March 30, 2005 Quote If a statue in the park of a person on a horse has both front legs in the air, the person died in battle. If the horse has one front leg in the air the person died as a result of wounds received in battle. If the horse has all four legs on the ground, the person died of natural causes. Not to be a stiffler, but........ http://www.snopes.com/military/statue.htm And yes, I tried to lick my elbow. Wrong Way D #27371 Mal Manera Rodriguez Cajun Chicken Ø Hellfish #451 The wiser wolf prevails. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rebecca 0 #4 March 30, 2005 You have a hot mom? Or were you being a stickler? you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisL 2 #5 March 30, 2005 It is quite possible to lick your own elbow, you merely have to cut your arm off. You did not state that your arm had to be attached to your shoulder when the attempt is made.__ My mighty steed Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumper03 0 #6 March 30, 2005 I.....can.......allllmoooost...........reach it..... damn... Scars remind us that the past is real Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kris 0 #7 March 30, 2005 QuoteYe can't do much damage with that, now can ya? Perhaps it shoulda been the rule of wrist... I can't believe that just fucking happened! Is it dead?Sky, Muff Bro, Rodriguez Bro, and Bastion of Purity and Innocence!™ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rebecca 0 #8 March 30, 2005 Good ol' Rosengertel Baumgardner! Untouched by man until Murph took a swing. And that poor cat... whatsisname... Skippy (gray and white!) you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WrongWay 0 #9 March 30, 2005 QuoteYou have a hot mom? Or were you being a stickler? Eh, whatever. You know what I meant. Wrong Way D #27371 Mal Manera Rodriguez Cajun Chicken Ø Hellfish #451 The wiser wolf prevails. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kris 0 #10 March 30, 2005 No doubt...I'll be happy if they ever get the sequel (Boondock Saints 2: All Saints Day) finished. The original is definitely in my top 5.Sky, Muff Bro, Rodriguez Bro, and Bastion of Purity and Innocence!™ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conundrum 1 #11 March 30, 2005 You know what we need? Some rope. What are you, insane? No, I'm serious. Charlie Bronson's always got a rope. In the movies, they've always got rope and they always end up using it. That's stupid. Name one fucking thing you're gonna need a rope for. It's not what they need it for, they just always need it. What's this "they" shit? This isn't a movie. *picks up commando knife* Oh, is that right, Rambo? All right, get your stupid fucking rope. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dan_iv 0 #12 March 30, 2005 QuoteYou know what we need? Some rope. What are you, insane? No, I'm serious. Charlie Bronson's always got a rope. In the movies, they've always got rope and they always end up using it. That's stupid. Name one fucking thing you're gonna need a rope for. It's not what they need it for, they just always need it. What's this "they" shit? This isn't a movie. *picks up commando knife* Oh, is that right, Rambo? All right, get your stupid fucking rope.Great Movie! seen it about 5 or 6 times and I haven't even bought it yet.... i guess i'll have to keep wondering what my elbow tastes like... oh well Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
linny 1 #13 March 30, 2005 wow, i can get pretty fucking close to my elbow with my tongue.... just need a little more practice that's all Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swedishcelt 0 #14 March 30, 2005 Ftr-It is not impossible. Now I'm embarrassed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jlmiracle 7 #15 March 30, 2005 Packerboy said he COULD lick his elbow. He said it in a different thread. I have yet to see it. I almost dislocated my shoulder trying to do it. JudyBe kinder than necessary because everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ccowden 0 #16 March 30, 2005 Quotewow, i can get pretty fucking close to my elbow with my tongue.... just need a little more practice that's all PLEASE post a picture!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumper03 0 #17 March 30, 2005 okay, I'm almost there but I don't think it's gonna happen. I can touch the tip of my nose though - does that count? Scars remind us that the past is real Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swedishcelt 0 #18 March 30, 2005 Weak and inflexible, all of you!!!! I am a superhero. I always knew it!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ccowden 0 #19 March 30, 2005 QuoteWeak and inflexible, all of you!!!! I am a superhero. I always knew it!!!! Ok, you too! POST A PICTURE! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swedishcelt 0 #20 March 30, 2005 Just cradle your head in your arms and do it. It's easy that way. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dan_iv 0 #21 March 30, 2005 i call BS unless there is proof, hehe Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ccowden 0 #22 March 30, 2005 I don't want to DO it. I want to see YOU doing it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swedishcelt 0 #23 March 30, 2005 Now why on earth would I lie? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ccowden 0 #24 March 30, 2005 You are missing my point. I am thinking...tongue, licking, picture.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swedishcelt 0 #25 March 30, 2005 No. I was ignoring your point. And no... imagination will just have to do. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
