Random Acts of Adventure
Very Superstitious
June 13, 2008
Did you ever wonder where the heck these crazy superstitions come from? Like, why is Friday the 13th such a bad thing. Well, if you are like me, you do. Here are some explanations on some common superstitions.Friday the Thirteenth - The Scandinavian's believed that the number 13 was unlucky due to the mythological 12 demigods being joined by a 13th, an evil one, who brought misfortune upon humans. It was also said that Christ was crucified on Friday and the number of guests at the party of the Last Supper was 13, with the 13th guest being Judas, the traitor.
Walking under a ladder - A leaning ladder forms a triangle with the wall and ground. Triangles represent the Holy Trinity, and violating the Trinity by breaking it (walking through it) would put you in league with the devil himself.
Black Cats - In ancient Egypt, the Goddess Bast was a black, female cat. Christians, wanting to rid society of all traces of other religions, convinced the ignorant that black cats were demons in disguise and should thus be destroyed. In the process, they also destroyed the kindly ladies who cared for the cats, believing them to be witches. Being demons, a black cat crossing your path would create a barrier of evil, cutting you off from God and blocking the entrance to heaven.
Spilling Salt - Salt used to be an expensive commodity used mainly for medicinal purposes. For this reason, spillage was to be avoided at all costs. The idea that it is unlucky to do so probably stems from the belief that Judas spilt salt during the last supper. Throwing spilt salt over the left shoulder is linked to its medicinal use. If it could not be administered, the next best thing was to throw it into the eye of the evil spirits that brought sickness upon us. These spirits were thought to lurk behind your shoulder, waiting for an opportunity to strike.
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Fainting Goats
June 10, 2008
This one is pee-your-pants funny. That's all I'm gonna say. You just gotta watch it. Read More...
Dog Cake - Yummy!
June 5, 2008
Yeah, it’s another posting about a dog. I can’t seem to help myself these days. Anyway, it's an amazingly realistic cake, which I can’t say isn’t a little freaky.
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Go Bob Go!
June 3, 2008
Yes, we are obsessed with our dogs. But, they are all so dang cute! One Toad, Steve, and his furry friend, Bob, decided to run a local dog race that happens here in Santa Barbara annually and ... kicked some butt! Congrats you two!Steve's proud-daddy words:
Normally I wouldn’t be so shamelessly promoting my beloved Bob (it might also be the endorphin high), but I just can’t help but spread the good word that Bob placed second in the State St. Mile Dog Race!! (And my guess is Bob would have beaten the Cal Poly ringer had his dad not been such a slow poke). Bob crushed the old State St. Mile Dog course record with an un-official time of 4:28. (Umm…and the winner officially crushed us with something like a 4:20).
Anyway, I’m just so proud of Bob that I had to let you all know!!
Bob and Steve
Office Dogs
May 19, 2008
Mustache Mayor
May 15, 2008
I'm gonna keep this one short because the picture is worth a thousand words. This fellow is one of the guys responsible for this web site. Yeah ... that's what I said. He has been keeping track of his mustache growth everyday on this fabulous web site - www.moustachemay.com. Everyday they (the collective moustache fans of the world) vote on who has the proudest mustache. This person is then deemed the Mustache Mayor for the day. He won with this picture and we would like to congratulate him on his elected office.Long Live The Mustache!
Bike to Work Week
May 13, 2008
Well, don't know about you all out there, but here in Cali, we are feeling the pressure of rising gas prices. In fact, just today the price for regular unleaded reached $4.11 at the local station by our offices here in Santa Barbara. Not only does it suck to pay an arm and a leg at the pump, but it also stinks (literally) to drive a car. Cars are a major cause of pollution, as we all know, so hit two birds with one stone by ditching the car and riding a bike to work! Save money, get exercise and save the planet - I guess that is technically three birds with one stone.It's is bike to work week here in California, but that doesn't mean the rest of the country can't jump on the bike wagon. Here's a great web site for all you bike commuters out there.
www.californiabikecommute.com
Moustache May
May 2, 2008
We applaud a simple idea perfectly executed. Moustache May is fun with facial hair taken to the extreme. Every day has a new Mayor - the highest rated pic from the day before. Several stachers are doing so in the name of a cause. Who knew a moustache could change the world? It rocked ours.www.moustachemay.com
Elephant Art
April 21, 2008
This really tripped us out. So we asked around - a neighbor of ours is an elephant vet, we asked if this could be real. His answer was yes. We were even more tripped out. So watch this elephant paint a picture of an elephant and get inspired!PB & J's to Save the World!
April 17, 2008
We love our Peanut Butter & Jelly as much as anyone, but now there's a reason to take it to the next level: The PB&J Campaign. According to these folks, eating PB&J sandwiches can reduce greenhouse gases. True or not, we love the idea! Check 'em out: www.pbjcampaign.orgp.s. Earth Day is just around the corner - so stock up on your favorite PB&J supplies . . . Read More...
We're Not the Only Ones
There's lots of stuff out there that makes us smile - and confirms that we are not alone on our quest. So here we share with you the things we find that touch our Toad heart. Enjoy!
