Many people don’t know it, but Chef Ronaldo is also very much into health. This week, Chef Ronaldo shows you how to burn 1,000 calories in just 45 minutes.
BOOK OF THE WEEK
Re-reading Books
MOVIE OF THE WEEK
IL Postino (1994)
(The Postman)
If you don’t understand poetry, this entertaining movie should give you some insights. My copy of the movie is in Italian with English subtitles. If you cannot watch a film with subtitles, you probably will not like this movie even if it were in English.
I understand the lead actor put off a heart operation to make this movie and died just before the movie was completed. Personally, I thought the actor made a wise decision, since through this movie he will live much longer.
MUSIC OF THE WEEK
I’m In A Hurry
By Alabama
ART OF THE WEEK
Mosaics
EXTRAORDINARY PERSON OF THE WEEK
Cpl. Pat Tillman, Jr.
I think it is helpful to learn about people like Cpl. Pat Tillman, Jr. He did not let money nor fear keep him from what he felt he needed to do.
Patrick Daniel Tillman Jr. (November 6, 1976 – April 22, 2004) was an American professional football player in the National Football League (NFL) who left his sports career and enlisted in the United States Army in May 2002 in the aftermath of the September 11 attacks. His service in Iraq and Afghanistan, and subsequent death, were the subject of national attention .(Source: Wikipedia)
JOKE OF THE WEEK
PHYSICAL TRAITS
CHARACTER TRAITS
SOCIAL TRAITS
Manipulated
LEARNING TRAITS
Cats Are Great Communicators
MISCELLANEOUS
Backyard Visitor
This deer has been visiting our backyard every week or two since December.
Polls
Do you want your corporations to weigh in on political issues or just make reasonably priced quality products?
I want corporations to stay out of politics and simply make reasonably prices quality products. 92.86% (13 votes)
I like corporations to promote political perspectives. 7.14% (1 votes)
Total Votes: 14
Are there things in your life that you need to change?
Yes 100% (16 votes)
No 0% (0 votes)
Total Votes: 16
If there are things in your life that need changing, are you going to change them?
Yes 100% (15 votes)
No 0% (0 votes)
I’m going to try, but I doubt I will be successful 0% (0 votes)
Total Votes: 15
What is your preferred economic system?
Capitalism 93.33% (14 votes)
Socialism 6.67% (1 votes)
Communism 0% (0 votes)
Total Votes: 15
During the last 12+ months, do you think fear has prevented a lot of things from happening?
Yes 87.5% (14 votes)
No 12.5% (2 votes)
Total Votes: 16
Book
If you have ever been curious about this book, the Kindle version of this book has now been reduced to $1.00 and the paperback version has been reduced to $10.00
However, I must warn you that this book will not change your life,
We are entering grilling season and World Famous Chef Ronaldo wants everyone to participate in grilling season, including those of you that don’t have a grill.
Here is Chef Ronaldo’s solution to grilling for those of you who don’t have a grill.
BOOK OF THE WEEK
This is a nice little book that might inspire you to live up to your true nature.
The Hero Code (2021)
By Admiral William H. McRaven
THE HERO CODE is Admiral McRaven’s ringing tribute to the real, everyday heroes he’s met over the years, from battlefields to hospitals to college campuses, who are doing their part to save the world. (Source: Book itself)
MOVIE OF THE WEEK
I’m doing my best on this blog to try to be non-political, since I have no desire to offend half my audience, unlike a number of major US corporations that feel they can do nicely with half their customers. Let’s see how that works out for those corporations.
I was unsuccessful watching a movie or show that I could recommend to you folks, so I would suggest that any show or podcast you can find with one or especially both these individuals will be well worth watching. They are funny and yet make a good deal of sense.
Tyrus & Kat
MUSIC OF THE WEEK
Some good advice in this song, such as “It’s not having what you want, it’s having what you got.”
Soak Up The Sun
By Sheryl Crow
ART OF THE WEEK
Shadow Art
Shadow art is a unique form of sculptural art where the 2D shadows cast by a 3D sculpture are essential for the artistic effect.
And you can add images to the shadow
EXTRAORDINARY PERSON OF THE WEEK
Detroit Police Chief Craig
and
The Citizens of Detroit
Detroit has gone through some difficult times over the years and knows something about violence. I spent the entire 1967 riots a few blocks from Woodward and Grand Blvd at Pallister St.
Over the years it has been hard to believe one day Detroit would be the example of reason and responsibility, but I believe it is. The credit goes to Detroit Police Chief Craig and The Citizens of Detroit.
Detroit Police Chief James Craig is responding to comments from US Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (D-Michigan) made in the wake of the Daunte Wright death at the hands of a white police officer in Brooklyn Center Minnesota.
“When you look at reckless comments made by those who sit … in elected seats of influence, and you make reckless, disgusting comments that do nothing but inflame tensions,” Craig said. “That’s not being responsible. That’s not leadership.”
Craig minced no words addressing Tlaib’s original tweet calling for the end of policing and incarceration. Her remarks were in response to Officer Kim Potter’s shooting and killing of Wright, 20.
Tlaib’s original tweet on Monday said:
“It wasn’t an accident. Policing in our country is inherently & intentionally racist. Daunte Wright was met with aggression & violence. I am done with those who condone government-funded murder. No more policing, incarceration, and militarization. It can’t be reformed.”
(Source: FOX 2 Detroit)
JOKE OF THE WEEK
PHYSICAL TRAITS
I didn’t think I was that well prepared for my last contest on March 14, so I added an extra day to my training (four days a week now) and spending two to three hours each training session.
AAPF NATIONALS
I’ll know May 2, if my hard work will get me to where I want to be for this contest. Regardless, it is going to be a great experience.
I strongly recommend strength training, regardless of your age–I’m 74.
Strength training not only adds life to your years, but years to your life.
CHARACTER TRAITS
SOCIAL TRAITS
Economic Systems
LEARNING TRAITS
MISCELLANEOUS
Polls
Would you like to simplify your life?
Yes, because I am not spending enough time on what is really important 62.5% (10 votes)
No, my life is fine as it is 37.5% (6 votes)
Total Votes: 16
Regarding the series “The Crown”:
I have not seen it, but would like to see it 41.18% (7 votes)
I’ve seen it and I liked it 35.29% (6 votes)
I have not seen it, nor do I wish to see it 17.65% (3 votes)
I’ve seen it and did not like it 5.88% (1 votes)
Total Votes: 17
Do you have a tendency to overeat?
Yes, but I am going to change 42.86% (6 votes)
No 35.71% (5 votes)
Yes 21.43% (3 votes)
Total Votes: 14
Which of the following activities require a photo ID? Please check all that do. (If I had this poll to do over, I would say which of the following do not require a photo ID)
To open up a bank account 22.95% (14 votes)
To fly on a commercial airline’s plane 21.31% (13 votes)
To buy alcohol 19.67% (12 votes)
To rent a car 19.67% (12 votes)
To check into a hotel 16.39% (10 votes)
Total Votes: 61
Do you plan to avoid Coca-Cola products as much as possible?
Yes 66.67% (10 votes)
No 33.33% (5 votes)
Total Votes: 15
When it comes to your children, which do you think is most important?
Teaching them things 100% (15 votes)
Buying them things 0% (0 votes)
Total Votes: 15
What do you think other people think it most important when it comes to their children?
More important to teach them things 57.14% (8 votes)
More important to buy them things 42.86% (6 votes)
Total Votes: 14
Book
If you have ever been curious about this book, the Kindle version of this book has now been reduced to $1.00 and the paperback version has been reduced to $10.00
However, I must warn you that this book will not change your life,
Last week for Easter, Chef Ronaldo taught us how to make holy water. This week Chef Ronaldo is going to share with us his recipe for making tea.
BOOK OF THE WEEK
This book is a bit dated in a few parts, but overall it presents some good ideas for achieving a life of peace and well-being by making your life more simple.
If this book is a bit too dated for you, no doubt you can find other more current books on this topic.
Living The Simple Life (1996)
By Elaine St. James
MOVIE OF THE WEEK
Watching this entertaining series among other things is a good way to learn about Prince Phillip.
The Crown
MUSIC OF THE WEEK
For your viewing pleasure, I have obtained some rare footage of Beethoven’s Second Fifth.
Beethoven’s Second Fifth
ART OF THE WEEK
Coffee Cups
I thought these coffee cups were interesting
EXTRAORDINARY PERSON OF THE WEEK
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh (born Prince Philip of Greece and Denmark; 10 June 1921 – 9 April 2021) was a member of the British royal family as the husband of Elizabeth II.
Philip married the then-Princess Elizabeth in 1947, following distinguished service in the Royal Navy during World War II. Together, they had four children — Charles, Anne, Andrew and Edward — eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
When Elizabeth ascended the throne in February 1952, on the death of her father, George VI, Philip’s lifetime of service as royal consort began.
Over the decades, Philip often accompanied the Queen on royal engagements, and conducted thousands of his own solo appearances. He once referred to himself as “the world’s most experienced plaque unveiler,” while the Queen lauded him as her “constant strength and guide.”
Philip continued making public appearances well into his 90s, retiring only in August 2017. (Source: CNN)
JOKE OF THE WEEK
PHYSICAL TRAITS
Overeating
CHARACTER TRAITS
SOCIAL TRAITS
Photo IDs
Georgia’s new voting law requires a drivers’ license or state ID number be listed to submit an absentee ballot to vote, among other new reforms. The state already required ID to vote in person. It had previously relied on signature matching to verify ballots.
Coca-Cola Chairman and CEO James Quincey issued a statement Wednesday night saying the company is “disappointed in the outcome of the Georgia voting legislation.”
And yet Coca-Cola required a valid photo ID for admission to their shareholder meeting.
LEARNING TRAITS
MISCELLANEOUS
Polls
Regarding the film “Surviving Desire”
I would give the film a try 64.29% (9 votes)
No way would I try to watch this film 21.43% (3 votes)
I’ve seen it and thought it was interesting 14.28% (2 votes)
I’ve seen it and did not like it 0% (0 votes)
Total Votes: 14
How long are you going to put up with the “Cancel Culture”?
I think the “Cancel Culture” needs to be cancelled 88.24% (15 votes)
I approve of some things the “Cancel Culture” does and I disapprove of other things it does. 11.76% (2 votes)
I approve of the “Cancel Culture” 0% (0 votes)
Total Votes: 17
Have you made 2021 a great year for yourself?
Not great, but at least better than last year 38.89% (7 votes)
Yes 33.33% (6 votes)
No, but I am still trying 27.78% (5 votes)
No 0% (0 votes)
Total Votes: 18
What percentage of things you worried about actually happened?
Less than 10% 50% (7 votes)
Less than 25% 35.71% (5 votes)
Between 50% and 75% 7.14% (1 votes)
Between 25% and 50% 7.14% (1 votes)
Between 75% and 100% 0% (0 votes)
Total Votes: 14
Do you believe you fear and worry too much?
No 57.14% (8 votes)
Yes 42.86% (6 votes)
Total Votes: 14
Do you believe others fear and worry too much?
Yes 81.25% (13 votes)
No 18.75% (3 votes
Total Votes: 16
Book
If you have ever been curious about this book, the Kindle version of this book has now been reduced to $1.00 and the paperback version has been reduced to $10.00
However, I must warn you that this book will not change your life,
Folks, maybe you heard about the freighter that was stuck in the Suez Canal and the harm it was causing. Here is a photo of the freighter being freed.
BOOK OF THE WEEK
There are a number of versions of this book available. My copy came out in 1989, but I think the next time I read this book, I will acquire a more recent version.
The Jefferson Bible
The Life and Morals of Jesus of Nazareth
By Thomas Jefferson
In the early nineteenth century Thomas Jefferson, third President of the United States and principal author of the Declaration of Independence, conceived the idea of extracting a gospel purified of what he saw as extraneous philosophical, mythological, and theological elements.
To do so, he took verses from the four canonical gospels and arranged them into a single narrative, focusing on the actual words of Jesus. This work was never published during Jefferson’s lifetime, but was inherited by his grandson and printed for the first time in the early twentieth century.
The original bound manuscript, often referred to as “the Jefferson Bible,” is held by the United States National Museum in Washington.
MOVIE OF THE WEEK
This film isn’t for everyone, actually I think it is for very few people. I’ve seen it a few times and I still find it extremely interesting and worth trying to figure out what it is saying.
Surviving Desire (1992)
MUSIC OF THE WEEK
Jokerman (1984)
By Bob Dylan
ART OF THE WEEK
Here is some art with a powerful message.
EXTRAORDINARY PERSON OF THE WEEK
Since it is Easter, why not.
Bugs Bunny
So far the “Cancel Culture” hasn’t come after Bugs Bunny, at least to the best of my knowledge.
JOKE OF THE WEEK
PHYSICAL TRAITS
Holy Water
In the past, the World Famous Chef Ronaldo taught us all how to make Holy Water. Given that it is Easter, I thought it might be helpful to bring this back.
CHARACTER TRAITS
SOCIAL TRAITS
I did some fact checking and found this to be true. I fact check everything on this blog. As for the things I really like but can’t find any factual support, I normally add, “If this isn’t true, it should be.” That phrase wasn’t necessary this time.
LEARNING TRAITS
MISCELLANEOUS
Polls
Test Poll
I’ve been struggling with how to create a poll that would allow multiple answers. I am going to try again with this test poll.
Last Week’s Polls
Have you ever been to Stone Henge?
No, but I would like to see it 47.06% (8 votes)
Yes 29.41% (5 votes)
No, and I am not interested in seeing it 23.53% (4 votes)
Total Votes: 17
Regarding the film “Mulholland Dr.”
I have seen the film and liked it 40% (6 votes)
I have not seen the film, but I would like to see it 33.33% (5 votes)
I have seen the film and did not like it 13.33% (2 votes)
I have not seen the film, nor do I wish to see it 13.33% (2 votes)
Total Votes: 15
Do you believe exercise is the world’s best medicine?
Yes 66.67% (10 votes)
It is helpful, but not the best 26.67% (4 votes)
I’d rather just take a pill or be injected with medicine 6.66% (1 votes)
Total Votes: 15
How do you feel about being one decision away from a totally different life?
Hopeful 50% (6 votes)
Scary 33.33% (4 votes)
I don’t believe it 16.67% (2 votes)
Total Votes: 12
Book
If you have ever been curious about this book, the Kindle version of this book has now been reduced to $1.00 and the paperback version has been reduced to $10.00
However, I must warn you that this book will not change your life,
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