A RED NECK’S DRIVER’S LICENSE APPLICATION Last name: ___________________________ First name: (Check appropriate box) [_] Billy-Bob [_] Bobby-Sue [_] Billy-Joe   [_] Bobby-Jo [_] Billy-Ray [_] Bobby-Ann [_] Billy-Sue [_] Bobby-Lee [_] Billy-Mae [_] Bobby-Ellen [_] Billy-Jack [_] Bobby-Beth Age: ____ (if unsure, guess) Sex: ____ M _____ F  _____Not Sure Shoe Size: _____Left ____ Right Occupation: [_] Farmer [_] Mechanic [_]  Hair Dresser [_] Waitress [_] Unemployed [_] Dirty Politician Spouse’s Name: [...]

RED NECK’S DRIVER’S LICENSE APPLICATION
Saturday, August 1, 2009

My First Meditation

When I was a kid taking Karate lessons, my sensei would end every class with this mediation: Traditional Kendo Meditation Ken to wa kokoro nari Kokoro tadashi kariba sono ken tadashi Kokoro tadashi karazariba Sono ken mata tadashi karazu Ken o monoban tu suru mono wa subekaraku Sono kokoro o manabe The sword (fist) and the mind are one. When the mind is right, [...]

My First Meditation
Sunday, July 19, 2009

Navajo Translation

About 1966 or so, a NASA team doing work for the Apollo moon mission took the astronauts near Tuba City where the terrain of the Navajo Reservation looks very much like the Lunar surface. Along with all the trucks and large vehicles, there were two large figures dressed in full Lunar spacesuits. Nearby, a Navajo sheep herder [...]

Navajo Translation
Sunday, June 14, 2009

The 3 Most Dangerous Words

Becoming a black belt is primarily about personal growth, and the biggest obstacle to personal growth is having a full cup. (If your unsure about the metaphor see this link). The three most dangerous words that can block your progress are: “I know that” It’s not about what you know, it’s about what you do that matters. Knowledge [...]

The 3 Most Dangerous Words
Monday, June 8, 2009

A Cup of Tea

There is a famous Zen Koan about preconceived ideas. There are many versions of this story this one is from the book Zen Flesh, Zen Bones By Paul Reps, Nyogen Senzaki. Nan-in, a Japanese master during the Meiji era (1868-1912), received a university professor who came to inquire about Zen. Nan-in served tea. He poured his [...]

A Cup of Tea
Friday, June 5, 2009

Complexity Versus Sophistication

Due to the large number of techniques in DanZan Ryu, most people think of it as a very complex system of Martial arts. I suppose from a Zen prospective this may be a valid point of view. I however disagree, and prefer to describe DZR as a highly sophisticated system. Sophistication comes from the Greek [...]

Complexity Versus Sophistication
Sunday, May 3, 2009

three bulls

Three bulls heard via the grapevine that the rancher was going to bring yet another bull onto the ranch, and the prospect raised a discussion among them. First Bull: “Boys, we all know I’ve been here 5 years. Once we settled our differences, we agreed on which 100 of the cows would be mine. Now, I [...]

three bulls
Sunday, March 1, 2009

Great Jazz Quote

There is a Japanese visual art in which the artist is forced to be spontaneous. He must paint on a thin stretched parchment with a special brush and black water paint in such a way that an unnatural or interrupted stroke will destroy the line or break through the parchment. Erasures or changes are impossible. [...]

Great Jazz Quote
Friday, December 26, 2008

One Armed Judoka

There was a 10 year old boy, who’s left arm was damaged in in a horrific car accident, and subsequently amputated. This young man wanted to do something athletic so he decided he was going to learn judo. He went to a judo studio and he met the Sensei an old Japanese master, and began [...]

One Armed Judoka

I stumbled across this interesting study on the success of various strategies for women defending against rape.  Although it’s published in India and may of the papers they reference are over 10-20 years old.  It is still a bit of a eye opener. For those without broadband, or just to lazy to read it. here [...]

Interesting Statistics on Resisting Rape
Thursday, July 17, 2008

COUNSELING – MISSOURI STYLE

Earl and Bubba are quietly sitting in a boat fishing, chewing and drinking beer when suddenly Bubba says, ‘I think I’m gonna divorce my wife – she ain’t spoke to me in over 2 months.’ Earl spits, sips his beer and says, ‘Better think it over… ……..women like that are hard to find.’

COUNSELING – MISSOURI STYLE
Thursday, May 1, 2008

As Seen On TV!!!!!

When we first started the kids program at the Steven’s lake park rec center,  a crew from the Columbia City Channel came to film a short clip for their Leisure Times edition. This originally aired May 1, 2008 . Watch as the host Jon Westhoff takes a Ju-Jitsu lesson!

As Seen On TV!!!!!
Thursday, December 27, 2007

92-year old women disarmed mugger

Just too cool! So for those with limited bandwidth; Pauline Jacobi had just finished her grocery shopping at a Memphis Wal-Mart, when an uninvited guest entered her car. “Give me your money,” he demanded, “or I’ll shoot you.” Undaunted, Polly gave him more than he asked for… Yet another reason to love the internet!

92-year old women disarmed mugger

woman in a bar….

A woman was sitting at a bar enjoying a cocktail after work one night, when the bar door opened and the most gorgeous hunk of a man she had ever seen entered. He was tall, muscular, and handsome, with thick dark hair and beautiful, sparkling green eyes, and his every...
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Lifetime Warranty

IMPORTANT! READ THIS BEFORE USING YOUR NEW DEVICE Congratulations! You have purchased an extremely fine device that would give you thousands of years of trouble-free service, except that you undoubtedly will destroy it via some typical bonehead consumer maneuver. Which is why we ask you to: PLEASE READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL CAREFULLY...
18. December 2009Read More

France

In case you want to visit France in the near future . France, Generally -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- World Cup Guidelines for American Tourists The following advisory for American travelers heading for France was compiled from information provided by the US State Department, the Central Intelligence Agency, the US Chamber of Commerce, the Food and Drug...
11. December 2009Read More

how to win arguments……

How To Win Arguments I argue very well. Ask any of my remaining friends. I can win an argument on any topic, against any opponent. People know this, and steer clear of me at parties. Often, as a sign of their great respect, they don’t even invite me. You too can...
4. December 2009Read More

More pearls!

…and more pearl of wisdom from youngsters: No matter how hard you try, you can’t baptize cats. When your mom is mad at your dad, don’t let her brush your hair. If your sister hits you, don’t hit her back. They always catch the second person. Never ask your 3-year old brother to hold...
27. November 2009Read More

What’s Your Business Sign?

It’s scary how true they are! “What’s Your Business Sign?” Instead of Astrological Signs, how about these: 1) MARKETING You are ambitious yet stupid. You chose a marketing degree to avoid having to study in college, concentrating instead on drinking and socializing which is pretty much what your job responsibilities are now. Least compatible with...
13. November 2009Read More

Words of Wisdom

Words of Wisdom Love is grand; divorce is a hundred grand. I am in shape. Round is a shape. Never be afraid to try something new. Remember, amateurs built the ark. Professionals built the Titanic. Conscience is what hurts when everything else feels so good. Talk is cheap because supply exceeds demand. Even if you are on the right track,...
6. November 2009Read More

Washington Post Competition

THESE ARE ENTRIES TO A WASHINGTON POST COMPETITION ASKING FOR A TWO-LINE RHYME WITH THE MOST ROMANTIC FIRST LINE, AND THE LEAST ROMANTIC SECOND LINE: 1. My darling, my lover,...
3. November 2009Read More

Baby’s First Dr. Appointment

A woman and a baby were in the doctor’s examining room, Waiting for the doctor to come in for the baby’s first exam. The doctor arrived, and examined the baby, checked his weight, and being a little concerned, asked if the baby was breast-fed or bottle-fed. ‘Breast-fed,’ the...
1. November 2009Read More

Balls

Read the following six statements and the amazing conclusion they lead to: The sport of choice for the urban poor is: BASKETBALL. The sport of choice for maintenance level employees is: BOWLING. The sport of choice for front-line workers is: FOOTBALL. The sport of choice for supervisors is: BASEBALL. The sport of choice for...
30. October 2009Read More
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