Happy Birthday to TETRIS, Happy Birthday to You!
Let the blocks fall where they may.
Tetris and its variants: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Tetris_variants. My favorites were the original, Welltris and Wordtris. Obviously these were not the favorites of the general population because the reversion for use on modern devices is for something akin to the original game.
Tetris changed things for computers. I was one of the first church pastors to have a PC. I spent a lot of money in the very early 80's to use the latest technology to create a database of the members of the church I served, write and edit my sermons and lessons and get onto the INTERNET with a modem and a service called COMPUSERVE. All with a 12 inch amber monitor and a 9-pin dot matrix printer. That printer was soon paired with a noisy daisywheel printer that replaced my trusty IBM Selectric.
When Tetris came along, something else could be done on the PC. A mental break could be taken and we could play.
This seemed to bring a balance to the whole system. The computer was really PERSONAL. It connected us. It did our work for sure. I have only played two games on my PCs ever: The three Tetris titles and the Mechwarrior series. XP and Vista won't run them and I don't care to run retro, but those were the days.
A new generation of games and gamers abound. They have the eyesight and coordination to PLAY. Of course, many gamers salivate at my graphics PC saying it would make a grand gaming machine – but, hands off. It is for photos and videos. That is for my mind and work today. And bless your young thumbs.
However, if I could just get my XP or Vista wrapped around a decent rendition of PONG! Tim
http://www.timjohnsonphoto.com/ © tim@timjohnsonphoto.com
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Fun Quiz For Sharing & To Head Off Dementia
Here's a little quiz to see how much you remember about some less-than-important things from a few decades back. It's just for fun, no scoring necessary. Even the wrong answers may bring back a memory or two. Have fun.
I saved this for a day when we all needed a light touch and thought. I don't remember the source and anyone that wants can take credit for the original. The purpose is to fire up some synapses that haven't been triggered for a while. And just what if some of these products and characters switched roles and places? Things that make you want to go, "Hmmmmmm?"
1. What builds strong bodies 12 ways?
A. Flintstones vitamins; B. The buttmaster; C. Spaghetti; D. Wonder Bread; E. Orange Juice; F. Milk; G. Cod Liver Oil
2. Before he was Muhammed Ali, he was...
A. Sugar Ray Robinson; B. Roy Orbison; C. Gene Autry; D. Rudolph Valentino; E. Fabian; F. Mickey Mantle; G. Cassius Clay
3. Pogo, the comic strip character said, "We have met the enemy and...
A. It's you ; B. He is us; C. It's the Grinch; D. He wasn't home; E. He' s really mean F. We quit; G. He surrendered
4. Good night, David ...
A. Good night, Chet; B. Sleep well; C. Good Night, Irene; D. Good Night, Gracie; E. See you later, alligator; F. Until tomorrow; G. Good night, Steve
5. You'll wonder where the yellow went,
A. When you use Tide; B. When you lose your crayons; C. When you clean your tub; D. If you paint the room blue; E. If you buy a soft water tank; F. When you use Lady Clairol; G. When you brush your teeth with Pepsodent
6. Before he was the Skipper's Little Buddy, Bob Denver was Dobie's friend,
A. Stuart Whitman; B. Randolph Scott; C. Steve Reeves; D. Maynard G. Krebbs; E. Corky B. Dork; F. Dave the Whale; G. Zippy Zoo
7. Liar, liar...
A. You're a liar; B. Your nose is growing; C. Pants on fire; D. Join the choir; E. Jump up higher; F. On the wire; G. I'm telling Mom
8. Meanwhile, back in Metropolis, Superman fights a never ending battle for truth, justice and ...
A. Wheaties; B. Lois Lane; C. TV ratings; D. World peace; E. Red tights; F. The American way; G. News headlines
9 . Hey, kids, what time is it?
A. It's time for Yogi Bear; B. It's time to do your homework; C. It's Howdy Doody Time; D. It's Time for Romper Room; E. It's bedtime; F. The Mighty Mouse Hour; G. Scoopy Doo Time
10. Lions and tigers and bears...
A. Yikes; B. Oh no; C. Gee whiz; D. I'm scared; E. Oh My; F. Help, Help; G. Let's run
11. Bob Dylan advised us never to trust anyone
A. Over 40; B. Wearing a uniform; C. Carrying a briefcase; D. Over 30; E. You don't know; F. Who says, "Trust me"; G. Who grills tofu
12. NFL quarterback who appeared in a television commercial wearing women's stockings.
A. Troy Aikman; B. Kenny Stabler; C. Joe Namath; D. Roger Stauback; E. Joe Montana; F. Steve Young; G. John Elway
13. Brylcream...
A. Smear it on; B. You'll smell great; C. Tame that cowlick; D. Greaseball heaven; E. It's a dream; F. We're your team; G. A little dab'll do ya
14. I found my thrill...
A. In Blueberry muffins; B. With my man, Bill; C. Down at the mill; D. Over the windowsill; E. With thyme and dill; F. Too late to enjoy; G. On Blueberry Hill
15. Before Robin Williams, Peter Pan was played by
A. Clark Gable; B. Mary Martin; C. Doris Day; D. Errol Flynn; E. Sally Fields; F. Jim Carey; G. Jay Leno
16. Name the Beatles
A. John, Steve, George , Ringo; B. John, Paul, George , Roscoe; C. John, Paul, Stacey, Ringo; D. Jay, Paul, George , Ringo; E. Lewis, Peter, George , Ringo; F. Jason, Betty, Skipper, Hazel; G. John, Paul, George , Ringo
17. I wonder, wonder, wonder, who
A. Who ate the leftovers?; B. Who did the laundry?; C. Was it you?; D. Who wrote the book of love?; E. Who I am?; F. Passed the test?; G. Knocked on the door?
18. I'm strong to the finish
A. Cause I eats my broccoli; B. Cause I eats me spinach; C. Cause I lift weights; D. Cause I'm the hero; E. And don't you forget it; f. Cause Olive Oyl loves me; g. To outlast Bruto
19. When it's least expected, you're elected, you're the star today...
a. Smile, you're on Candid Camera; b. Smile, you're on Star Search; c. Smile, you won the lottery; d. Smile, we're watching you.; e. Smile, the world sees you; f. Smile, you're a hit; g. Smile, you're on TV
20. What do M & M's do?
a. Make your tummy happy; b. Melt in your mouth, not in your pocket; c. Make you fat; d. Melt your heart; e. Make you popular; f. Melts in your mouth, not in your hand; g. Come in colors
The answers follow this comment.
Those were the days and the memory of those advertisements occupies a part of our brain. By the way, you must know this. There is a part of the Library of Congress dedicated to the organization and preservation of advertising. Every jingle, ad, video and flyer that has been printed and presented is on file. We'd hate to lose any of this and you can have free access to as much as your head can stand. The LOC is more than speeches - it is EVERYTHING. In some future post, we'll talk about the ARCHIVES - an entirely different organization, but a part of YOUR government.
Okay, that's it. Here are the right answers.
1 d - Wonder Bread
2 g - Cassius Clay
3 b - He Is Us
4 a - Good night, Chet
5 g - When you brush your teeth with Pepsodent
6 d - Maynard G. Krebbs
7 c - Pants On Fire
8 f - The American Way
9 c - It's Howdy Doody Time
10 e - Oh My
11 d - Over 30
12 c - Joe Namath
13 g - A little dab'll do ya
14 g - On Blueberry Hill
15 b - Mary Martin
16 g - John, Paul, George , Ringo
17 d - Who wrote the book of Love
18 b - Cause I eats me spinach
19 a - Smile, you're on Candid Camera
20 f - Melts In Your Mouth Not In Your Hand
I saved this for a day when we all needed a light touch and thought. I don't remember the source and anyone that wants can take credit for the original. The purpose is to fire up some synapses that haven't been triggered for a while. And just what if some of these products and characters switched roles and places? Things that make you want to go, "Hmmmmmm?"
1. What builds strong bodies 12 ways?
A. Flintstones vitamins; B. The buttmaster; C. Spaghetti; D. Wonder Bread; E. Orange Juice; F. Milk; G. Cod Liver Oil
2. Before he was Muhammed Ali, he was...
A. Sugar Ray Robinson; B. Roy Orbison; C. Gene Autry; D. Rudolph Valentino; E. Fabian; F. Mickey Mantle; G. Cassius Clay
3. Pogo, the comic strip character said, "We have met the enemy and...
A. It's you ; B. He is us; C. It's the Grinch; D. He wasn't home; E. He' s really mean F. We quit; G. He surrendered
4. Good night, David ...
A. Good night, Chet; B. Sleep well; C. Good Night, Irene; D. Good Night, Gracie; E. See you later, alligator; F. Until tomorrow; G. Good night, Steve
5. You'll wonder where the yellow went,
A. When you use Tide; B. When you lose your crayons; C. When you clean your tub; D. If you paint the room blue; E. If you buy a soft water tank; F. When you use Lady Clairol; G. When you brush your teeth with Pepsodent
6. Before he was the Skipper's Little Buddy, Bob Denver was Dobie's friend,
A. Stuart Whitman; B. Randolph Scott; C. Steve Reeves; D. Maynard G. Krebbs; E. Corky B. Dork; F. Dave the Whale; G. Zippy Zoo
7. Liar, liar...
A. You're a liar; B. Your nose is growing; C. Pants on fire; D. Join the choir; E. Jump up higher; F. On the wire; G. I'm telling Mom
8. Meanwhile, back in Metropolis, Superman fights a never ending battle for truth, justice and ...
A. Wheaties; B. Lois Lane; C. TV ratings; D. World peace; E. Red tights; F. The American way; G. News headlines
9 . Hey, kids, what time is it?
A. It's time for Yogi Bear; B. It's time to do your homework; C. It's Howdy Doody Time; D. It's Time for Romper Room; E. It's bedtime; F. The Mighty Mouse Hour; G. Scoopy Doo Time
10. Lions and tigers and bears...
A. Yikes; B. Oh no; C. Gee whiz; D. I'm scared; E. Oh My; F. Help, Help; G. Let's run
11. Bob Dylan advised us never to trust anyone
A. Over 40; B. Wearing a uniform; C. Carrying a briefcase; D. Over 30; E. You don't know; F. Who says, "Trust me"; G. Who grills tofu
12. NFL quarterback who appeared in a television commercial wearing women's stockings.
A. Troy Aikman; B. Kenny Stabler; C. Joe Namath; D. Roger Stauback; E. Joe Montana; F. Steve Young; G. John Elway
13. Brylcream...
A. Smear it on; B. You'll smell great; C. Tame that cowlick; D. Greaseball heaven; E. It's a dream; F. We're your team; G. A little dab'll do ya
14. I found my thrill...
A. In Blueberry muffins; B. With my man, Bill; C. Down at the mill; D. Over the windowsill; E. With thyme and dill; F. Too late to enjoy; G. On Blueberry Hill
15. Before Robin Williams, Peter Pan was played by
A. Clark Gable; B. Mary Martin; C. Doris Day; D. Errol Flynn; E. Sally Fields; F. Jim Carey; G. Jay Leno
16. Name the Beatles
A. John, Steve, George , Ringo; B. John, Paul, George , Roscoe; C. John, Paul, Stacey, Ringo; D. Jay, Paul, George , Ringo; E. Lewis, Peter, George , Ringo; F. Jason, Betty, Skipper, Hazel; G. John, Paul, George , Ringo
17. I wonder, wonder, wonder, who
A. Who ate the leftovers?; B. Who did the laundry?; C. Was it you?; D. Who wrote the book of love?; E. Who I am?; F. Passed the test?; G. Knocked on the door?
18. I'm strong to the finish
A. Cause I eats my broccoli; B. Cause I eats me spinach; C. Cause I lift weights; D. Cause I'm the hero; E. And don't you forget it; f. Cause Olive Oyl loves me; g. To outlast Bruto
19. When it's least expected, you're elected, you're the star today...
a. Smile, you're on Candid Camera; b. Smile, you're on Star Search; c. Smile, you won the lottery; d. Smile, we're watching you.; e. Smile, the world sees you; f. Smile, you're a hit; g. Smile, you're on TV
20. What do M & M's do?
a. Make your tummy happy; b. Melt in your mouth, not in your pocket; c. Make you fat; d. Melt your heart; e. Make you popular; f. Melts in your mouth, not in your hand; g. Come in colors
The answers follow this comment.
Those were the days and the memory of those advertisements occupies a part of our brain. By the way, you must know this. There is a part of the Library of Congress dedicated to the organization and preservation of advertising. Every jingle, ad, video and flyer that has been printed and presented is on file. We'd hate to lose any of this and you can have free access to as much as your head can stand. The LOC is more than speeches - it is EVERYTHING. In some future post, we'll talk about the ARCHIVES - an entirely different organization, but a part of YOUR government.
Okay, that's it. Here are the right answers.
1 d - Wonder Bread
2 g - Cassius Clay
3 b - He Is Us
4 a - Good night, Chet
5 g - When you brush your teeth with Pepsodent
6 d - Maynard G. Krebbs
7 c - Pants On Fire
8 f - The American Way
9 c - It's Howdy Doody Time
10 e - Oh My
11 d - Over 30
12 c - Joe Namath
13 g - A little dab'll do ya
14 g - On Blueberry Hill
15 b - Mary Martin
16 g - John, Paul, George , Ringo
17 d - Who wrote the book of Love
18 b - Cause I eats me spinach
19 a - Smile, you're on Candid Camera
20 f - Melts In Your Mouth Not In Your Hand
Seizing Your Potential - With Help
Visit any home improvement store or a grand grocery store or a real art supply store like our Askew Taylor Paint Store or a Jerry's Art-A-Rama and the greatest thing you find is potential.
It is a rare occasion that I go to these places because they have a finished product I need. It is really the lumber, the soil, the hardware and the stuff of which other things are made that draws me through the doors.
I like making things, fixing things, improving things and appreciating what other people have done with the stuff they have brought home from these supply centers.
The potential in unfinished lumber is enormous – since I have my own milling machine, planer and sanders. The potential in the ingredients in a great grocery store is wonderful
because people are choosing items that they will use to make their own delicious creations.
The development of a garden through soil enrichment and putting plants in just the right place some people have elevated to an art.
Some plants produce tasty food and some plants produce visions for the soul … both marvelously important.
The potential inside a bottle of ink or in a tube of gouache or humble cake of watercolor is enormous. In the right hands, with the right strokes, these elements come alive, making words and images that inspire and expand our imaginations.
Potential is the wealth inside every one of us. This potential sometimes needs developed, refined, coached and directed by someone who sees in us what we cannot see in ourselves.
Sometimes we need a guide. Sometimes we need a friend who will stand with us when others have chosen to keep their distance.
Sometimes we need a healer who can correctly diagnose the thing that is hurting us and can provide help and nurture.
Sometimes our need for connection is even deeper. In making that connection we come in touch with the richest potential within ourselves.
This true soul-mate, partner, our other heart beating in another chest, helps us gather the parts and pieces and stuff of our lives and, together, we fulfill the potential we each have within.
The ingredients are blended, the components make sense and the structure is built and we are home and nourished within the Grace of our good God and within ourselves and the doors to this creation are open and goodness flows in and out.
And you are ever welcome.
© Tim http://www.timjohnsonphoto.com/
tim@timjohnsonphoto.com
It is a rare occasion that I go to these places because they have a finished product I need. It is really the lumber, the soil, the hardware and the stuff of which other things are made that draws me through the doors.
I like making things, fixing things, improving things and appreciating what other people have done with the stuff they have brought home from these supply centers.
The potential in unfinished lumber is enormous – since I have my own milling machine, planer and sanders. The potential in the ingredients in a great grocery store is wonderful
because people are choosing items that they will use to make their own delicious creations.
The development of a garden through soil enrichment and putting plants in just the right place some people have elevated to an art.
Some plants produce tasty food and some plants produce visions for the soul … both marvelously important.
The potential inside a bottle of ink or in a tube of gouache or humble cake of watercolor is enormous. In the right hands, with the right strokes, these elements come alive, making words and images that inspire and expand our imaginations.
Potential is the wealth inside every one of us. This potential sometimes needs developed, refined, coached and directed by someone who sees in us what we cannot see in ourselves.
Sometimes we need a guide. Sometimes we need a friend who will stand with us when others have chosen to keep their distance.
Sometimes we need a healer who can correctly diagnose the thing that is hurting us and can provide help and nurture.
Sometimes our need for connection is even deeper. In making that connection we come in touch with the richest potential within ourselves.
This true soul-mate, partner, our other heart beating in another chest, helps us gather the parts and pieces and stuff of our lives and, together, we fulfill the potential we each have within.
The ingredients are blended, the components make sense and the structure is built and we are home and nourished within the Grace of our good God and within ourselves and the doors to this creation are open and goodness flows in and out.
And you are ever welcome.
© Tim http://www.timjohnsonphoto.com/
tim@timjohnsonphoto.com
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