While it’s a nice romantic notion, the idea that there is just one person for you always struck me as nonsense, because the chances of finding them would be infinitesimal. But the indispensable XKCD actually runs the numbers.
Category Archives: Humor
Star-Gazer-In-Chief
A tribute to one space hero from another.
I have to say, I am inspired to see the back of Barack Obama. But the view is more inspiring the more distance there is. Remember that nine weeks from yesterday.
Bob Is A Racist
Bigotry, explained.
As someone rightly points out in comments, you’re a racist if you even view this video.
National Empty Chair Day
Have a good one.
I’d put one out if I had a front lawn, but we’re the rear house on the lot.
Here are more photos from around the country.
[Update a while later]
Politico is covering the story now.
[Update a few minutes later]
I liked the image at one of the above links of the empty suit in the empty chair.
Another Amusing Spam
Here’s my new favorite. This isn’t the subject, it’s the “From”: “Pubs may generate their own and submit for approval!”
More Amusing Spam
I like the one from “Unknown” and “No subject.” Who could resist opening that?
And the one from “Savy Manager.”
Hitler Learns That Paul Ryan Is The VP Choice
OK, we all knew on Saturday that this was inevitable.
And speaking of Hitler parodies, Day By Day is doing its annual fundraiser.
The Biggest Hit Since Paula Deen’s Canned English Peas
A recipe for making ice cubes.
I always forget the water, myself.
Burn The Math Witch!
The Freepers have some fun with Iowahawk’s new hashtag game.
Barack Obama: “I was told there would be no math.”
[Update a few minutes later]
One of my favorite comments over there: “Math is racist.”
The Glass Half Empty
Explained, by xkcd. This experiment is much safer than the high-speed baseball pitch, but still, don’t try it at home.