Re: [Utah-astronomy] Sunday Funnies
I've watched a segment or two of that Leno routine, and found it hilarious, too. I imagine that for the entertainment value, they do filter out the intelligent-sounding answers in favor of the funnier ones. I've often thought it would be fun to participate in those kinds of routines--I never seem to get picked for opinion polls, etc. But, then, other times I remember then when asked pointed questions, the pressure of the moment seems to make me freeze up. Afterward I say to myself, "Darn, why didn't I think to say this or that." On the other hand, about 30 years ago a couple of "missionaries" from the church of Scientology stopped my wife and me on the street downtown. They asked us if a divine being came to answer one question, what would our question be. My wife asked about when life truly begins (abortion issues were at the front at the time) and I asked about the existence of life throughout the universe. Our questions didn't seem to fit their pre-programmed responses. ************************************** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour
I am sure that there are more intelligent questions, and intelligent answers than off-the-wall ones. At least I have to believe that. Otherwise I would have no faith in humankind. But those silly ones sure are entertaining. One woman on "Jay Walking" stated that Mt Rushmore was created by the wind and rain. OK, that is concerning that people can be so uninformed! My brother-in-law writes a column for the SLTrib. He used to (and I don't know why he hasn't lately) list the craziest questions that the Utah Visitor's Bureau gets each year. "Where can I get Mormon food?" and referring to the snow-capped mountains "How does the salt get on the top of the mountains?" Maybe we do only know what affects us personally. If I traveled to India, would I ask a question that would be silly to Indians? Probably. Anyway - keep the faith! -A
You can get Mormon food at the Ward Picnic, but beware of hepatitus, in Utah, the Public Health Dept has ID'ed Ward Picnics as a common way it is transmitted.
The snow deposits the salt on top of the mountains. Albeit only trace amounts. There are no stupid questions, only stupid answers. I think the funniest ones on JayWalking are when they ask questions about famous figures in US History. But then, I have a minor in history. :) Erik I am sure that there are more intelligent questions, and intelligent
answers than off-the-wall ones. At least I have to believe that. Otherwise I would have no faith in humankind.
But those silly ones sure are entertaining. One woman on "Jay Walking" stated that Mt Rushmore was created by the wind and rain. OK, that is concerning that people can be so uninformed!
My brother-in-law writes a column for the SLTrib. He used to (and I don't know why he hasn't lately) list the craziest questions that the Utah Visitor's Bureau gets each year. "Where can I get Mormon food?" and referring to the snow-capped mountains "How does the salt get on the top of the mountains?"
Maybe we do only know what affects us personally. If I traveled to India, would I ask a question that would be silly to Indians? Probably.
Anyway - keep the faith!
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Its commonly found in green jello with carrots Bob Moore Commerce CRG - Salt Lake City office 175 East 400 South, Suite 700 Salt Lake City, Utah 84111 Direct: 801-303-5418 Main: 801-322-2000 Fax: 801-322-2040 BMoore@commercecrg.com www.commercecrg.com -----Original Message----- From: utah-astronomy-bounces+bmoore=commercecrg.com@mailman.xmission.com [mailto:utah-astronomy-bounces+bmoore=commercecrg.com@mailman.xmission.c om] On Behalf Of erikhansen@TheBlueZone.net Sent: Tuesday, July 31, 2007 11:53 AM To: Utah Astronomy Subject: Re: [Utah-astronomy] Sunday Funnies
You can get Mormon food at the Ward Picnic, but beware of hepatitus, in Utah, the Public Health Dept has ID'ed Ward Picnics as a common way it is transmitted.
The snow deposits the salt on top of the mountains. Albeit only trace amounts. There are no stupid questions, only stupid answers. I think the funniest ones on JayWalking are when they ask questions about famous figures in US History. But then, I have a minor in history. :) Erik I am sure that there are more intelligent questions, and intelligent
answers than off-the-wall ones. At least I have to believe that. Otherwise I would have no faith in humankind.
But those silly ones sure are entertaining. One woman on "Jay Walking" stated that Mt Rushmore was created by the wind and rain. OK, that is concerning that people can be so uninformed!
My brother-in-law writes a column for the SLTrib. He used to (and I don't know why he hasn't lately) list the craziest questions that the Utah Visitor's Bureau gets each year. "Where can I get Mormon food?" and referring to the snow-capped mountains "How does the salt get on the top of the mountains?"
Maybe we do only know what affects us personally. If I traveled to India, would I ask a question that would be silly to Indians? Probably.
Anyway - keep the faith!
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The guintesential Mormon dish!
Its commonly found in green jello with carrots
Bob Moore Commerce CRG - Salt Lake City office 175 East 400 South, Suite 700 Salt Lake City, Utah 84111 Direct: 801-303-5418 Main: 801-322-2000 Fax: 801-322-2040 BMoore@commercecrg.com www.commercecrg.com
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From: utah-astronomy-bounces+bmoore=commercecrg.com@mailman.xmission.com [mailto:utah-astronomy-bounces+bmoore=commercecrg.com@mailman.xmission.c om] On Behalf Of erikhansen@TheBlueZone.net Sent: Tuesday, July 31, 2007 11:53 AM To: Utah Astronomy Subject: Re: [Utah-astronomy] Sunday Funnies
You can get Mormon food at the Ward Picnic, but beware of hepatitus, in Utah, the Public Health Dept has ID'ed Ward Picnics as a common way it is transmitted.
The snow deposits the salt on top of the mountains. Albeit only trace amounts.
There are no stupid questions, only stupid answers.
I think the funniest ones on JayWalking are when they ask questions about famous figures in US History. But then, I have a minor in history.
:) Erik
I am sure that there are more intelligent questions, and intelligent
answers than off-the-wall ones. At least I have to believe that. Otherwise I would have no faith in humankind.
But those silly ones sure are entertaining. One woman on "Jay Walking" stated that Mt Rushmore was created by the wind and rain. OK, that is concerning that people can be so uninformed!
My brother-in-law writes a column for the SLTrib. He used to (and I don't know why he hasn't lately) list the craziest questions that the Utah Visitor's Bureau gets each year. "Where can I get Mormon food?" and referring to the snow-capped mountains "How does the salt get on the top of the mountains?"
Maybe we do only know what affects us personally. If I traveled to India, would I ask a question that would be silly to Indians? Probably.
Anyway - keep the faith!
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I suspect they don't have to do much editing out. On a political radio show I sometimes listen to they have a similar "person on the street" segment and most people can't even name the Vice President (note: this isn't meant to provoke a political discussion). Personally, I was doing a star party for some ninth graders once and I was showing a kid the crescent moon and he exclaimed, "Wow! It's all there!" On a more serious note - Dr. John Sohl was doing a star party and a kid jumped onto a Dob like it was a bucking bronco! (The parent whisked him away but didn't apologize or offer to pay for damages). However, I certainly would agree that most kids ask pretty reasonable questions. Clear skies, Dale.
-----Original Message----- From: utah-astronomy-bounces+dale.hooper=sdl.usu.edu@mailman.xmission.com [mailto:utah-astronomy- bounces+dale.hooper=sdl.usu.edu@mailman.xmission.com] On Behalf Of Ann House Sent: Tuesday, July 31, 2007 11:21 AM To: Utah Astronomy Subject: Re: [Utah-astronomy] Sunday Funnies
I am sure that there are more intelligent questions, and intelligent answers than off-the-wall ones. At least I have to believe that. Otherwise I would have no faith in humankind.
But those silly ones sure are entertaining. One woman on "Jay Walking" stated that Mt Rushmore was created by the wind and rain. OK, that is concerning that people can be so uninformed!
My brother-in-law writes a column for the SLTrib. He used to (and I don't know why he hasn't lately) list the craziest questions that the Utah Visitor's Bureau gets each year. "Where can I get Mormon food?" and referring to the snow-capped mountains "How does the salt get on the top of the mountains?"
Maybe we do only know what affects us personally. If I traveled to India, would I ask a question that would be silly to Indians? Probably.
Anyway - keep the faith!
-A _______________________________________________ Utah-Astronomy mailing list Utah-Astronomy@mailman.xmission.com http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/utah-astronomy Visit the Photo Gallery: http://www.utahastronomy.com
In the Emergency Room, Doctors will ask patients, Who is the Persident?, to determine if they are mentally alert and orientated. I heard one person reply, I don't know, they change so often. Seemed appropiate, to me, although sometimes I think it is not often enough. I am sure Republicans wish Clinton had only one partial term. (a safe bet in Utah)
Erik I suspect they don't have to do much editing out. On a political radio
show I sometimes listen to they have a similar "person on the street" segment and most people can't even name the Vice President (note: this isn't meant to provoke a political discussion).
Personally, I was doing a star party for some ninth graders once and I was showing a kid the crescent moon and he exclaimed, "Wow! It's all there!" On a more serious note - Dr. John Sohl was doing a star party and a kid jumped onto a Dob like it was a bucking bronco! (The parent whisked him away but didn't apologize or offer to pay for damages). However, I certainly would agree that most kids ask pretty reasonable questions.
Clear skies, Dale.
-----Original Message----- From: utah-astronomy-bounces+dale.hooper=sdl.usu.edu@mailman.xmission.com [mailto:utah-astronomy- bounces+dale.hooper=sdl.usu.edu@mailman.xmission.com] On Behalf Of Ann House Sent: Tuesday, July 31, 2007 11:21 AM To: Utah Astronomy Subject: Re: [Utah-astronomy] Sunday Funnies
I am sure that there are more intelligent questions, and intelligent answers than off-the-wall ones. At least I have to believe that. Otherwise I would have no faith in humankind.
But those silly ones sure are entertaining. One woman on "Jay Walking" stated that Mt Rushmore was created by the wind and rain. OK, that is concerning that people can be so uninformed!
My brother-in-law writes a column for the SLTrib. He used to (and I don't know why he hasn't lately) list the craziest questions that the Utah Visitor's Bureau gets each year. "Where can I get Mormon food?" and referring to the snow-capped mountains "How does the salt get on the top of the mountains?"
Maybe we do only know what affects us personally. If I traveled to India, would I ask a question that would be silly to Indians? Probably.
Anyway - keep the faith!
-A _______________________________________________ Utah-Astronomy mailing list Utah-Astronomy@mailman.xmission.com http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/utah-astronomy Visit the Photo Gallery: http://www.utahastronomy.com
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Er.. who is the Vice President? Just kidding! Julie ----- Original Message ----- From: "Dale Hooper" <Dale.Hooper@sdl.usu.edu> To: "Utah Astronomy" <utah-astronomy@mailman.xmission.com> Sent: 2007-07-31 12:18 Subject: RE: [Utah-astronomy] Sunday Funnies I suspect they don't have to do much editing out. On a political radio show I sometimes listen to they have a similar "person on the street" segment and most people can't even name the Vice President (note: this isn't meant to provoke a political discussion). Personally, I was doing a star party for some ninth graders once and I was showing a kid the crescent moon and he exclaimed, "Wow! It's all there!" On a more serious note - Dr. John Sohl was doing a star party and a kid jumped onto a Dob like it was a bucking bronco! (The parent whisked him away but didn't apologize or offer to pay for damages). However, I certainly would agree that most kids ask pretty reasonable questions. Clear skies, Dale.
-----Original Message----- From: utah-astronomy-bounces+dale.hooper=sdl.usu.edu@mailman.xmission.com [mailto:utah-astronomy- bounces+dale.hooper=sdl.usu.edu@mailman.xmission.com] On Behalf Of Ann House Sent: Tuesday, July 31, 2007 11:21 AM To: Utah Astronomy Subject: Re: [Utah-astronomy] Sunday Funnies
I am sure that there are more intelligent questions, and intelligent answers than off-the-wall ones. At least I have to believe that. Otherwise I would have no faith in humankind.
But those silly ones sure are entertaining. One woman on "Jay Walking" stated that Mt Rushmore was created by the wind and rain. OK, that is concerning that people can be so uninformed!
My brother-in-law writes a column for the SLTrib. He used to (and I don't know why he hasn't lately) list the craziest questions that the Utah Visitor's Bureau gets each year. "Where can I get Mormon food?" and referring to the snow-capped mountains "How does the salt get on the top of the mountains?"
Maybe we do only know what affects us personally. If I traveled to India, would I ask a question that would be silly to Indians? Probably.
Anyway - keep the faith!
-A _______________________________________________ Utah-Astronomy mailing list Utah-Astronomy@mailman.xmission.com http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/utah-astronomy Visit the Photo Gallery: http://www.utahastronomy.com
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