Deep Thoughts For Those Who Take Life Way Too Seriously:

Okay, so check it out. These are not Troy-originals. I saw, I read, I liked, I copied. Enjoy.

1. Save the whales. Collect the whole set.
2. A day without sunshine is like.....night.
3. On the other hand, you have different fingers.
4. 42.7 percent of all statistics are made up on the spot.
5. 99 percent of lawyers give the rest a bad name.
6. Remember, half the people you know are below average.
7. He who laughs last thinks slowest.
8. Depression is merely anger without enthusiasm.
9. The early bird may get the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese in the trap.
10. Support bacteria. They're the only culture some people have.
11. A clear conscience is usually the sign of a bad memory.
12. Change is inevitable, except from vending machines.
13. If you think nobody cares, try missing a couple of payments.
14. How many of you believe in psycho-kinesis? Raise my hand.
15. OK, . . . . so what's the speed of dark?
16. When everything is coming your way, you're in the wrong lane.
17. Hard work pays off in the future. Laziness pays off now.
18. Every one has a photographic memory. Some just don't have film.
19. How much deeper would the ocean be without sponges?
20. Eagles may soar, but weasels don't get sucked into jet engines.
21. What happens if you get scared half to death twice?
22. Just remember --- if the world didn't suck, we would all fall off.
23. Light travels faster than sound. That is why some people appear> > bright until you hear them speak.

Where Do We Go From Here?

Okay, so the title for this post is meant to be a conversation starter across many topics. The question could lead to mind blowing discussions about social stigmas, political platforms, or environmental ethics. Or it it could lead to discussions about who will be voted off American Idol tonight (I am hoping it is the odd red head & the remaining duo from the two friends for the girls and for the boys, I hope its the Indian kid & the tall, dark, and handsome guy).

So, feel free to reply to one or more of the following topics (or come up with a new one) when you ask yourself: WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE?

1. On the corner of Michigan Avenue and 10th street?
2. American Idol?
3. The War in Iraq?
4. RoseMary's baby? Wait, that's Ana Nicole's baby. Or is it?
5. Heroes?
6. Our next President?
7. Bored and need a new hobby?
8. Given the opportunity to have a conversation with a deceased well known person?
9. Given the opportunity to have a conversation with a deceased person that was close to you?
10. Suggestions for future posts?

That's it for now....

Have fun stormin' the castle!

In Honor of Valentine's Day

This list was actually "borrowed" from another blog. There. I'm not going to jail for plagerism. For bad spelling? Maybe.

In honor of Valentine's Day, MSNBC presents the 5 all time cheesiest love songs of all time:

1. “My Heart Will Go On,” Celine DionThe movie may not have coerced you to tears, but listening to Dion pledge her eternal love certainly will.
2. “Love Hurts,” NazarethWhile the blame for this lyrical gem (note the sarcasm) doesn’t all fall on the shoulders of the big-haired Nazareth boys ... they should be held responsible for bringing it transcontinental, all the way from their pint-sized hometown in rural Scotland, to American top 40 radio.
3. “Every Breath You Take,” The Police“Every Breath You Take” reads like a stalker’s to-do list: “Every single day, and every word you say, every game you play, every night you stay, I’ll be watching you.”
4. “I’d Do Anything for Love (But I Won’t Do That),” Meat Loafthe stringy-haired crooner’s oozing, goozing opus, has all the characteristics of a classic: mushy sentiment, sappy orchestration and a healthy dose of amorous excess.
5. “In Your Eyes,” Peter GabrielPeter Gabriel’s “In Your Eyes” became an instant hit, encouraging lovers everywhere to mend broken hearts with grand romantic gestures.

The runners up:

1. "You're Beautiful," James Blunt
2. "Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now," Starship
3. "Wind Beneath My Wings," Bette Midler
4. "If You Leave," OMD"(Everything I Do) I Do It For You," Bryan Adams
5. "This Kiss," Faith Hill
6. "All Out of Love," Air Supply
7. "The Flame," Cheap Trick
8. "I Will Always Love You," Whitney Houston
9. "You Are So Beautiful," Joe Cocker
10. "I Got You Babe," Sonny and Cher
11. "More Than Words," Extreme
12. "You Light Up My Life," Debbie Boone
13. "Close to You," The Carpenters
14. "From This Moment On," Shania Twain