A New Movie

Quentin Glutentino- director direct to BetaMax new genre of action thriller Music by Ennio Nosnocone
A Fistful of Collars
Three priests in urban parishes who hire themselves out to do good deeds
Father Bamfy played by Dunmore Slowfoot, just back from his TV success as the star of the Dish Network Instruction channel is the leader of the small group.
Father Bernie Little may be a clever detective, but he can’t handle money and has a bad habit of destroying milk cartons at breakfast. Father Chet Perkowski, a Starbucks school dropout, is a loyal partner who thinks Father Bernie is the greatest. Luckily, Bernie and Chet are just picking out their latest milk containers when they’re offered a new job. The mayor’s office of their small NJ town hires the trio to keep watch over Thad Perry, the star of a locally made movie that the mayor hopes will turn the area into a little Hollywood. Somehow I'm thinking of Paul Sorvino. Thad has a wild-child reputation, a drug habit and a bodyguard who’s as loyal as Chet but a lot bigger. Before Fr. Bernie’s reporter friend, Suzie, moves to Washington, D.C., for a new job, she passes on a rumor that Thad has a history in the area. When people start to die, Father Bernie starts digging into the past to determine whether Thad is involved in crimes past or present. Dealing with three murders, blackmail, drugs, crooked cops and the need to keep Thad showing up for work every day is more than enough work for the clever trio, but they must end the carnival of crime as well.

Inchon

Richard Wroblewski passed away da udder day. He was one of my fellow students at St. Mary's in da Greenwood. He was a straight-laced fellow and very honest and didn't like to fool around much or play tricks. After graduating from high school he enlisted the Marines, unfortunately just before the Korean war

Following the stunning success of the North Korean invasion of South Korea in the summer of 1950, United Nations forces were trapped in the southeast corner of the peninsula in an area known as the Pusan Perimeter. With the bulk of the North Korean People's Army (NKPA) engaged around Pusan, UN Supreme Commander Gen. Douglas MacArthur began advocating for a daring amphibious strike on the peninsula's west coast at Inchon. This he argued would catch the NKPA off guard, while landing UN troops close to the capital at Seoul and placing them in a position to cut the North Korean's supply lines.

Many were initially skeptical of MacArthur's plan as Inchon's harbor possessed a narrow approach channel, strong current, and wildly fluctuating tides. Also, the harbor was surrounded by easily defended seawalls. In presenting his plan, Operation Chromite, MacArthur cited these factors as reasons the NKPA would not anticipate an attack at Inchon. After finally winning approval from Washington, MacArthur selected the US Marines to lead the attack. Ravaged by post-World War II cutbacks, the Marines consolidated all available manpower and reactivated aging equipment to prepare for the landings. Richie was in on some dangerous preparations for the landings. To pave the way for the invasion, Operation Trudy Jackson was launched a week before the landings. This involved the landing of a joint CIA-military intelligence team on Yonghung-do Island in the Flying Fish Channel on the approach to Inchon. Led by Navy Lieutenant Eugene Clark, this team provided intelligence to UN forces and restarted the lighthouse at Palmi-do. When Clark's activities were discovered, the North Koreans dispatched a patrol boat to investigate. After mounting a machine gun on a sampan, Clark's men were able to sink the patrol boat. As retribution, the NKPA killed 50 civilians for aiding Clark. Richie said it was all horrible and dat dat stuff on MASH was nothing like da horror of dis war. He used ta hang out at da Marine Museum and was always complaining about some a da details in da dioramas of da battles dat dey had der.

Following China’s shock intervention, the US marine division, reinforced by British marine commandos, was surrounded about 70 miles deep inside North Korea’s mountains by eight Chinese divisions at Chosin Reservoir.
“Chosin was 30, 40 degrees below zero, dead bodies, frozen bodies,” recalled Richie. “We got the hell kicked out of us.” He was a good Marine Richie was.

Don't Lie to Your Wife

With money and marriage, there are lies. Then there are Big Lies. Telling your spouse you bought something on sale when you didn't is a lie. Hiding five-figure credit card debt is a Big Lie. I told da Hell Kat dat I finished da Christmas shopping when I actshally didn't. Dat can only lead to trouble.
Most of us understand that Big Lies can be devastating for a relationship. But many of us still have a tough time staying absolutely truthful with our significant others when money's involved.

A poll (Roger Smirkowski) from 2005 tells the tale. Dey interviewed 1,796 adults, ages 25 to 55, who were married, engaged or living together. Among the findings:
Virtually all the people interviewed (96%) said it was both partners' responsibility to be completely honest about financial issues.
Still, almost one in three (29%) admitted they had lied to their partner about finances, most often about personal spending (21%) or spending on the kids (12%).
One in four (25%) said a partner has withheld financial information -- again, usually about personal spending (20%) and spending on children (11%).
Well, da HellKat is up in da attic lookin fer da presents dat I'm supposed ta have bought. It's goin' ta be a rough cuppla days ahead. But my perdicament reminded me of an old joke: Three friends are in a car driving to the ballgame when a big truck runs them over, killing them instantly. They find themselves at the Pearly Gates being interviewed by St. Peter. "OK, you," he says, pointing to Gerry, "How many times did you cheat on your wife? And don't lie, I'm St. Peter you know. "
Gerry hangs his head and replies, "Honestly Pete, I was with two maybe three different broads a week." St. Peter says, "OK, your car in heaven is that used Geo Metro over there, goodbye."
He looks at Eddie and asks, "How many times did you cheat on your wife?"
Eddie replies, "I must admit that in 15 years of marriage I did cheat on my wife 3 times."
St. Peter says, "OK, your car in heaven is that LeBaron, goodbye."
He then looks at Jimmy and asks, "And you, how many times did you cheat on your wife?"
Jimmy lifts his head high and replies, "I am proud to say that over 20 years of marriage, I never cheated on my wife! In fact, my beloved has been dead for 2 years now and I remained celibate the whole time!"
St. Peter replies, "Very impressive. Your car in heaven is that Ferrari convertible. Goodbye!"
A couple of hours later, Gerry and Eddie are waiting for Jimmy at the park where all three had planned to meet. Jimmy arrives a couple of minutes late in his Ferrari, and his friends notice that he is sobbing like a baby.
Gerry

asks, "Hey! Whatsamatterwidyou? We should be crying! We're stuck with these ugly buckets and you got a new Ferrari!"
Jimmy, between sobs replies, "I just saw my wife on a skateboard!"

After making a name as a wine guy, da owner of da Thimble Full Winery hopes to build a reputation as a beer guy.

Gary Bleary, an old class mate of mine from da St. Mary’s in da Greenwood grammar school days, called me up on da phone and invited me ta visit his operation. He expects to open Thimble Full Brewery in Mehoopany early next year, puttin tagedder da cork and da keg under one brand. He and brewer Mike Simmonizski have produced small batches and shared dem with local restaurants dat are interested in da beer.
Gary was telling me day when he began researching the Endless Mountains' history of brewing, he found da region was not only home to several breweries before Prohibition, but also a sizeable hop industry. The borough of Hop Bottom, for example, earned its name as a center of hop production. And all da time I toght dat it was because dey walked funny der.

Prohibition and da dreaded hop blight ended hop cultivation, Gary said. But just as new winegrape varieties improved the prospects for the wine industry, improved hop varieties such as Cascade and Centennial have made hop cultivation economically viable. He planted several acres last year and plans to plant more. Ya have ta keep yer eye on dose hops as dey are growin cause if you don’t dey just hop right outta da field. Because of da big demand for beer, the world is in the midst of a hop shortage. Gary met with some dairy farmers who might be interested in raising da hops instead a da cows. Dey want to keep demselves busy and der land productive, and Gary tinks hops may be an option. Thimble Full is trying to rekindle an industry that is part of the region's heritage.
On da tour a da brewery wid Bob Lewandowski and Bubbles, Gary said 'Beer is living proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.' He leads us into da brew house, past fermenting tanks named for Frank Zappa songs — Redunzel, Magdalena, Heavy Duty Judy — and hands out kernels of malted barley to chew on; dey taste just like Grape-Nuts. Den he lets us smell the hops, which grow on vines.

''Anyone know what its closest relative is?'' he asked. ``Yep — a slight little change in the genome and you're smoking wacky tobacky. So you're either smoking dope or drinking beer.''
After da third glass of the high-powered stuff dat Gary called blue Brew, I started feelin mellow and I started tellin’ jokes:
A pig walks into the bar and asks for a pitcher of beer. He drank it all then asked the bartender where the bathroom is. Bartender replies "Down the hall and to the left".

Another pig walks into the bar and orders 2 pitchers of beer. He finishes them off and then asks where the bathroom is. The bartender replies "Down the hall and to the left".

Another pig walks into the bar and orders 3 pitchers of beer. Finishing them off he was just going to stand up when the bartender asks him "Well aren't you going to ask where the bathroom is?" The pig replies " No, I am going to go wee wee wee all the way home." Bob decided den dat it was time ta drive me home.

Pops McGonigle’s Top Ten Tieves of Histry

If a thief goes into business, it's generally for himself or herself, and it's definitely to bring something new into the world. Thieves are excellent in all of the communication arts, but rarely succeed in the news world because of their lively imaginations and their tendency to "add a spin" to everything. The Thief is the ultimate D.J.; mixing other people's records and supplying irreverent comments in the background. Thieves have the ability to think on their feet, and do well in any occupation that requires this. Mostly podiatrists.
1. According to mythology, Prometheus, the Titan, stole the fire from the gods and brought it to humans, thus being the one who made it possible for us to eat French fries and stake instead of raw food, for which we should thank him every single day. For this evil did, he received a harsh punishment, being sentenced by Zeus to be bound to a large stone, while an eagle was eating his liver piece by piece every day.
2. One of the most famous thieves in the world, if not the most famous of all is Robin Hood. Part of the English folklore, his existence was never proved and it is most probably, plain fictional (so disappointing!). The story of Robin Hood and the Merry Men is very old, dating from the 13th century, but it still captures the attention of readers and movies about Robin Hood still bring lots of money to producers! People were always trying to steal his hoodies.
3. Now here is a thief who was as famous as Robin but he was also real. Edward Teach, on his real name, was a fierce pirate, known for his scary appearance and for his beard (thus the name). He lived as a wanted man and died fighting against soldiers sent by the governor of Virginia to kill him, when he was in his 30s. Blackbeard was also granted pardon once, but he returned to the sea and to wrongdoing soon after.
4.Jesse James. This American robber did it all: trains, banks, stagecoaches, coffee shops, nothing was safe when Jesse James was around! Former guerilla fighter during the civil war, he and his brother, Frank, together with the Young brothers formed a band which was feared in the entire South, mostly because their music was awful. He remained in history as a heroic bandit and his legacy (though distorted) continues to this day.
5. Babyface Nelson did not wait to become an adult in order to start stealing cars: By the age of 14, he was already an expert in the field. His nickname was justified by his youthful look and by his small height. He was a car tief specialist. He specialized in Mini Cooper Clubman, Chevrolet Aveo, Saturn Vue , and da Ford Focus. Apparently, he is also known as the American citizen who killed the most FBI agents ever.
6. The young criminal couple Bonnie and Clyde is known for having committed bank robberies, murders and all sorts of crimes in their short career. They were famous in life and became a legend after death, both for their crimes and for their sensuality, as their released photographs show the image of a couple who was obviously in love with each other, posing playfully with their guns . These images, which were found by the police after they were forced to run with nothing but the clothes they were wearing, were pretty shocking, and contributed to the notoriety of the unusual couple.
7. Butch Cassidy and the Sunpants Kid
Born Robert LeRoy Parker in 1866, Butch Cassidy is one of the country's most notorious robbers. After leaving home at a young age, Cassidy worked on numerous ranches and also in a butcher's shop, hence the nickname "Butch." After serving two years in a Wyoming jail for rustling, Cassidy became a master planner in bank, train and payroll robberies. Cassidy was the leader of the infamous Wild Gang, including fellow outlaw, the Sunpants Kid. After the Pinkerton Agency was hired to chase down Cassidy, the pair fled to South America to work as ranchers. Within a few years, however, they returned to their criminal ways and began robbing banks and Bolivian bikini shops. Despite being captured by Bolivian troops who were upset over the sad state of fashion in Bolivia in 1908, the exact details of their demise remains a mystery, but we know that raindrops keep fallin on their heads.
8. Speakin’ of Bank robbers. Bank of America has dropped its planned $5 monthly debit card fee in a reversal of its announcement that attracted a maelstrom of customer anger. "We have listened to our customers very closely over the last few weeks and recognize their concern with our proposed debit usage fee," David Darnell, co-chief operating officer, said in a statement today. "Our customers' voices are most important to us. As a result, we are not currently charging the fee and will not be moving forward with any additional plans to do so." After Bank of America, based in Charlotte, N.C., announced the planned fee in late September, customers were outraged. Roseanne Roseannadanna said.
9. Nicky Scarfo Jr., 46, the son of one-time Philly mafia boss "Little Nicky" Scarfo, was arrested in New Jersey after a three-year FBI investigation of an alleged plot to siphon millions out of FirstPlus Financial Group. Scarfo Jr., also known as Junior, Nick Promo, and Mr. Apple, was one of more than a dozen individuals named in the indictment, along with his wife, alleged Lucchese family mob associate Sal Pelullo, as well as officials of FirstPlus.
10. I had one more but somebody stole it.

The Greediest Man in Moosic

Dave Marogaine, entrepreneur, restaurateur, accomplished author (“Do it Dino Style, Marogaine’s Method to Rapid Achievement”) and motivational speaker knew what it meant to work hard. Line of motivational posters: At the age of 12 he became a dishwasher at the Lobster Pot in Medlle, PA. For the next several years he worked at various positions including server, bartender, cook and manager. He now boasts more than 22 years of experience in the restaurant industry and has held positions at all levels of operations and management. While working in the restaurant industry, Marogaine completed his Pre-Medicine studies at South Hanover Institute of Technology and Doctorate in Chiropractic from Hamburger University in Chicago. He went on to build two of the largest family practices in Wadaware County, PA and personally treated over 800 patients a week. Although his chiropractic businesses were successful, he never lost his passion for the restaurant industry.

In 2003, he made a bold decision to pursue his dream and founded The Dave Marogaine Group. As his passion for chiropractic decreased, his passion for creating brands and concepts increased. Six months later, he sold his practices and began creating the authentic Irish experience known today as Darekill’s Irish Pub. He opened Darekill’s in West Chester, PA in May of 2003. His love for Ireland and authentic Irish cuisine led him to open an additional five Darekill’s locations in just four years. In October 2006, he launched his second concept, Doc Marogaine’s Oyster House, in South Hanover, PA. This success was followed by helping launch Pat Croce’s Drum Barrel in Key West and the Southeastern PA division of Two Men and a Truck moving company. His ultimate goal is to open 25 restaurants up and down the I-95 corridor and leave a legacy of ‘Give. Love. Serve’. He’s well on his way with six new restaurants opening over the next six months, including two new brands–Mas Mexicali Cantina (just opened in South Hanover, PA) and Harvest opening at the end of May. At 36 years of age, Marogaine has achieved many personal and professional accomplishments and accreditation. He has been a finalist in the 2006 and 2007 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the year competition, he was recognized by the Philadelphia Business Journal as one of the region’s “40 Under 40” in 2007, Ernst and Young Entreprenuer of the Year Finalist, and by the Wadaware County Chamber of Business and Industry as its 2007 Entrepreneur of the Year. He also received the Small Business Administration’s Entrepreneurial Success Award for 2008 and his company was ranked number 26 in Philadelphia’s Fastest growing 100 Companies. Most recently, Darekill’s Irish Pub in Philadelphia was ranked #7 in the world for best Irish Pub.

Marogaine attributes much of his success to living a Dino’s life which means charging full steam ahead in a short period of time and accomplishing his set goals regardless of the obstacles in his path. Because of his success and his ability to motivate others, he founded “Dino Living”, a training company that teaches people how to put into action his Dino Living philosophy. Over 25,000 people receive his weekly motivational emails and thousands have attended his keynote speeches across the country. His business success and philosophy has made him a successful consultant, business coach, and speaker at several Universities including Warthog Business School, Draino University, Pancho Villa University, Wadaware University, the University of Delaware and several others. Do nothing small and make an audacious impact, while giving for the sake of giving, serving for the sake of serving and loving for the sake of loving is his motto and so he became the greediest man in Moosic

Pops' Ten Top Tips on How to Get Rid of Bad Neighbors

1. Order Chinese food to their house and pick it up at their doorstep claiming that you don't have a phone. Thanks to an episode of Seinfeld for this one.

2. Stand over the plants in your garden with a garden hose and scream, "I have your life in my hands, bow down to me!". Then point at each one and declare them good or bad plants, while watering the bad ones.

3. Bring them restraining orders on inanimate objects in their house. (i.e. chairs, books, lamps, etc.)

4. Ask them if you can put your trash in their garbage cans, if they ask why say, "Mine are full of bodies", then stutter and say, "I, uh, mean other trash." Walk away laughing hysterically.

5. Patrol the perimeter of your garden while carrying a broom. If they come close state that there is a 3 foot neutral area between the two gardens.

6.At night transplant plants into their garden. In the morning say, "Looks like they're on the move again."

7. When they're watching TV, pull a deck chair behind their window. Sit down with ice-cream, popcorn and a drink and ask them if they could open a window so you can hear too.

8. Build snowmen with name tags of your neighbours. Each day hack off a different part of their body.

9.Use your TV remote control to change the channels on their TV from outside. If asked why, say you detest such programs. (The more educational the program the better.)

10.Dig shallow graves at night filling your garden with brown grave patches. Make markers out of household appliances.