The Rocky Horror Picture Show (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
On today’s Civic Lesson, Mike details his first celluloid and stage experiences with the “Rocky Horror Picture Show“
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This parody comes from a friend of mine (loose use of the word “friend”). Enjoy.
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Note: At Drinky’s request, the specifics about Nick’s and Sarillo’s ownership were omitted on air…
Seeing as how last week Black Physicist became the de facto French language butcher on this segment, in tribute, I will present this week’s offering in my amalgam of English and gibberish…
This week’s piece de pooh pooh goes to Nick Sarillo, Owner of Nick’s Pizza & Pub in Elgin and Crystal Lake.
A few weeks ago, Mr. Sarillo’s book “A Slice of the Pie” was released as a template on how to grow a small business into a big business and follow Nick’s steps as he “set out to run his business in a radically different way.”
Great idea. Great concept. Great thought…except for one thing.
Almost a year ago to the day, Sarillo sent out a letter to his customers and posted it on his restaurant site, about how his two establishments were in serious financial trouble. “The whole responsibility for our troubles is mine for making the bad decisions that got us into this mess.”
So, to help MY business, I should read how a former carpenter nearly ran his 17-year-old business into the ground and only through begging kept his two locations alive?
Nick, two questions…have you considered bringing Mike North in as a consultant and who ya crappin’?
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In 1999, Denzel Washington starred in a film called “The Hurricane“; a movie about Ruben “The Hurricane” Carter, a boxer, who was a top contender for the middle-weight boxing title. He is accused of three murders and sentenced to three natural life sentences, essentially ending his dreams of being champion.
Carter, while in prison, tries to prove his innocence, but eventually gives up realizing his battle is one he can no longer fight. There is, however, a young man who reads Carter’s autobiography and with the help of his mentors, fights for Carter’s exoneration. It is then revealed the true reasoning behind the incarceration of Ruben Carter.
Lance Armstrong ended his fight last night against USADA. A fight that he swore he wouldn’t end. A fight that he swore would ultimately prove his innocence. A fight that would be nothing for a man who fought cancer and seemingly had won.
Several years ago, I forget if it was from a friend, a movie or TV show, I heard a story about three suspects in a crime that were jailed overnight. As the police could hold the three suspects for 24 hours without charging them, the lead officer sat watching the monitor to the jail cells. Another officer asked what he was looking for. “Which one falls asleep first.” The junior officer,confused, asked what that would prove. “If any of these guys is innocent, he’ll be too scared to sleep. If they are guilty, they know they’re caught. What else are they gonna do?” The other officer now joined in the viewing and watched as two of the men fell asleep. The third man was released in the morning and the evidence gathered pointed to the two men who indeed, fell asleep.
For all the professions of innocence, Lance Armstrong should never be falling asleep. He has too much riding on his innocence as you can read in this article from OutsideOnline.com: http://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/athletes/lance-armstrong/Its-Not-About-the-Lab-Rats.html?page=all
The other huge problem is the case that has been mounting against Lance has been going for some time. This article from Sports Illustrated details it quite well: http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/vault/article/magazine/MAG1180944/index.html
Les Carpenter wrote a piece for Yahoo! that is similar to what I have said here: http://sports.yahoo.com/news/lance-armstrong-gives-up-fight-against-usada–raising-questions-about-his-innocence-.html
Oh, and Lance…why’d you take your statement down after only ten minutes? Did you forget to add the last line so you could continue to pander to the stupid who were blinded by and misguided into thinking your “charitable” works and dollars outweigh the means by which you gained them?
Lance’s statement: lancearmstrong.com/news-events/lance-armstongs-statement-of-august-23-2012
…comes George Mueller, Owner of Mueller Interiors in Crystal Lake IL. George penned a missive to the Northwest Herald this week complaining that the substitute Letter Carriers would not deliver his mail inside his store as he has a small dog…
To the Editor:
It’s funny how governmental employees think they are different from private sector workers doing the same job function.
The fill-in letter carrier for the U.S. Postal Service for the business route along Virginia Street in Crystal Lake refuses to deliver the mail to our business because of an 8-pound dog named Bella. He claims that he is threatened by this vicious animal.
When our regular letter carrier is off, the temporary one refuses to deliver the mail. We then must go to the post office to get it. There, the management is defensive for its employees and demands that you take this dog outside.
We figured we would show the boss that this is a small, loving mascot for our store. Wrong. The funny thing is that our UPS, FedEx, Speedy, Hunter Douglas route drivers, and especially our wonderful clients, do not have a problem with Bella.
Maybe this letter carrier needs to be reassigned to a rural route where he drives a Jeep and has no interaction with humans or animals.
No, the government worker gets to say, “I refuse to do the job that I am paid to do.”
Any private sector worker would be reassigned or terminated. If you want to see Bella, she is on our Facebook page – www.facebook.com/***NO FREE ADS HERE***. Better yet, stop in our store at *** NO FREE ADS HERE ***.
Some people wonder why those of us who work very hard in the private sector are angry at the lazy public employees. Do the math.
George Mueller
Crystal Lake
So, George seems pissed that the substitutes are actually following the rules set forth by the USPS, as the Postmaster, according to George’s letter, actually agrees with the substitutes!
The best part is the Comments section of the NWHerald.com website where George gets taken to task for his “free advertising”…
Robin M., Cary, IL (The Duck) wrote on July 26, 2012 6:00 a.m. …
Lazy or really paranoid. All gov agencies have to deal with unions and lawyers, think about it.
Kevin B., Spring Grove, IL (NotLobotomizedAndNotAnOdrone) wrote on July 26, 2012 6:23 a.m. …
Hey George..I don’t care if Bella is 8 pounds or 118 pounds. If Bella goes ballistic when a stranger is near her she can still nip/bite. No place in this letter did you state Bella is a sweetie and is friendly to all. Something tells me this letter is a crock and you’re using some happy horse ***t about government public employees being overpaid as an excuse to write this letter and get some free advertising for your business
Robin M., Cary, IL (The Duck) wrote on July 26, 2012 6:30 a.m. …
Kev, if BO can get free stuff from APObama, why can’t George get it from the NWH? Come on Kev, a little fair and balanced. LOL
robert f., cary, il (rwf) wrote on July 26, 2012 6:35 a.m. …
Your absolutely right Kevin. I recall when Jimmy Carter recounted how he nearly didn’t escape with his life from a swimming rabbit when Jimmy went solo fishing one day. The smaller the critter, the more vicious the animal for sure, rabbits included.
Alan P., Mchenry, il (Alan) wrote on July 26, 2012 6:40 a.m.…
http://www.nalc.org/depart/cau/pdf/manuals/EL-814%20%282006-Aug%29.pdf
Work rules for letter carriers. These rules aren’t much different that those from any “private” business such as a cable TV or and AT&T (private business) coming to your home or business to perform work. I just had delivery of some appliances the while the guys delivering them were nice about it, they would not step inside the house until the dogs were either placed outside or locked up in a room the delivery guys weren’t going to be in . They weren’t afraid of my 150 lb Great Pyrenees, just my 8lb Pomeranian.
Juan P., Spring Grove, IL (Juanqpublic) wrote on July 26, 2012 6:47 a.m. …
It’s the smaller dogs that are usually the problem as they are not trained properly. I have had UPS leave a package on my driveway because they wouldn’t mess with my dog…a 10 lb chihuahua/pug mix. So, what you are saying does also apply to the private sector. Another anti-government-anything-basher showing his ignorance.
Kevin B., Spring Grove, IL (NotLobotomizedAndNotAnOdrone) wrote on July 26, 2012 7:00 a.m. …
God. I know right now I’m going to be on the same side as the Libs today on this thread….thanks George for this dumb letter that won’t fool anyone
Patrick F., Cary, IL (Patrick) wrote on July 26, 2012 7:07 a.m. …
There is no such thing as an overworked or underpaid Government Worker.
M J., CRYSTAL LAKE, Il (196410) wrote on July 26, 2012 7:55 a.m. …
I question the real motives behind this letter. Is this really free advertising?? Really, as a dog owner myself of an extremely large dog I understand not everyone loves dogs. When people come into my home, I put my dog away. Last thing I want is a scared visitor. These people should not force their 8lb dog on anyone visiting their store. What will they do if a customer comes in and asks them to put the dog away? They willing to lose a sale over an 8lb dog??
Hans S., Marengo, IL (FIFA) wrote on July 26, 2012 8:02 a.m. …
After reading this letter, I wouldn’t walk through your doors or give you my business. Grow up!
charles t., lena, il (charles eu) wrote on July 26, 2012 8:05 a.m. …
Try to get com ed to come on your property if your dog is not restrained. They mark your file so their employees know who has a dog. Not every one loves your dog or may have been bitten at some time. Keep your dog away from the postal carrier. You must have an idea as to what time they deliver. The law is on the side of the post office
Ken M., Marengo, IL (km60152) wrote on July 26, 2012 8:13 a.m. …
Have to agree with MJ. Some people are not pet or dog owners and do not like dogs or cats near them. Whether it is in someone’s home they go to or out in the public area. Beyond that, seems like the smaller the dog, the more likely that they will be yapping and nipping at your ankles. Best policy in public, especially when customers involved, is to keep pets away and locked up in another room.
Ken T., Marengo, IL (Mindful) wrote on July 26, 2012 8:55 a.m. …
Mathematician, it looks as though your letter of advertisement may have backfired a bit. When the libs and cons agree, you didn’t foresee!
Kevin B., Spring Grove, IL (NotLobotomizedAndNotAnOdrone) wrote on July 26, 2012 9:01 a.m. …
You guys that think this letter’s agenda is not about free advertising for this guy’s business…Check out that facebook url he wants us to go to, to see his dog. It’s for his interior decorating business and you have to scroll down quite a ways to find a couple of pictures of Bella. I don’t buy it and I don’t like the fact I think this guy has latched onto this “public employee’s don’t work hard” political meme the right pushes to drive traffic to his business website….
Kevin B., Spring Grove, IL (NotLobotomizedAndNotAnOdrone) wrote on July 26, 2012 9:04 a.m. …
This is so ironic to me…All the times I can think of where I wished The Herald would have included a url for the topic of an article…I remember last year there was an article about a band, couple of young kids, brothers, from Woodstock trying to make a name for themselves…No website published even though they had one…Yet, they’ll print the url for something like this…
Elliot B., Barrington, IL ( Elliot) wrote on July 26, 2012 9:06 a.m. …
Dumb letter. Hey George, if you want your mail delivered, leave your “mascot” at home. If you must bring Fluffy with you to the shop everyday, then expect to hike your lazy bum down to the PO to retrieve your mail.
Scott S., McHenry, IL (ScottS) wrote on July 26, 2012 9:19 a.m. …
Hey George I don’t care if your dog is 8 pounds and is on your facebook page or how cute she is. Control your animal. If she bites then you are in for the shock of your life, plus Bella will probably have to meet her maker.
M J., CRYSTAL LAKE, Il (196410) wrote on July 26, 2012 9:26 a.m. …
I am surprised NW Herald allowed this letter with the FB URL. It’s a clear attempt at advertising for their business. I for one won’t be visiting this establishment, not because of the dog but because of this guy’s letter and his attempt at putting down a Mail carrier who is clearly bothered by this 8lb mascot.
Elliot B., Barrington, IL (Elliot) wrote on July 26, 2012 9:27 a.m. …
Ditto, MJ!
David J., McHenry, IL (RamessesII) wrote on July 26, 2012 11:51 a.m.…
Mail carriers are issued pepper spray and are supposed to carry it.
Possibly the most entertaining part is that George can REFUSE SERVICE TO ANYONE HE WANTS, TOO! He claims that there is this division between Private and Public Sector about who can refuse service, but George is under NO OBLIGATION to take anyone’s money, project or business in any way, shape or form.
Also, he write this letter AFTER the Postmaster has informed him that the substitutes are doing the right thing. Congrats George, you just outed your REGULAR CARRIER for violating USPS regulations. I hope you give the Regular a huge tip a Christmas, because your letter may actually get “him” in trouble.
What a moron.
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