You Don’t Have to Make This Stuff Up–December 16, 2008

According to an article in the New York Times psychics say business is thriving as clients turn to them for financial advice. Since traditional methods and resources seem to be out the window, consulting with a psychic may be just as good a strategy as any… (Some of us have used ESP methods of accounting for years: I sense there is money in my account, therefore I will spend it!)

McDonald’s is in the news again for a lawsuit—it’s not the coffee that’s too hot this time.
It’s their customers. Or their photos left behind… Let me explain… Phillip Sherman left his cell phone in the restaurant. And his phone had pictures of his wife that were, ummmmmm, awkward, so to speak. The employees promised to secure his phone until he returned. In the meantime, somehow, the hot photos got uploaded to the internet. The Shermans are seeking $3 million in damages for suffering, embarrassment, and the cost of having to move to a new home… (Want fries with that?)

In another story, though, the cell phone saved the day! R.J. Richard was mowing his lawn when a stray bullet from nearby woods struck him in his chest, or actually in his phone. He’s stuck his phone in his chest pocket, and when he pulled out his phone, out fell the .45 caliber bullet. (Can you hear me now?)

Barry Manilow and Barney the Dinosaur take a bite out of crime.  In Fort Lupton, Municipal Judge Paul Sacco noticed that many repeat noise ordinance violators were just showing up and paying their fine with cash. He felt it would be better if they would listen to music they don’t like, so he began sentencing them to time listening to the likes of Manilow, The Platters (Only You), and Glenn Close (singing opera). Now that’s justice!