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And now for some flute music - by a robot!

Elephant paints a picture of an elephant!

Have you seen this video?  It is amazing:

8.28 minutes long and worth every minute.

H/T Kim Komando

9/11 Cross Erected Near Flight 93 Site

H/T  WilliamAmos

Video: Semi truck with a jet engine

Wow! Some people nearly got fried in the flaming wake - or what ever you call it.

H/T VideoShift

Olympic Torch Lighting Ceremony

If you didn't get a chance to watch the lighting of the torch at the Olympics last night, I found a video of it.  The last man to get the torch as it was taken around the stadium was hoisted up to the very top of the stadium where a large video started rolling across the top perimeter.  The man then starts running in air as he was moved along with the video all around the entire top of the stadium!  The video isn't as clear as it was on my TV but you can see it fairly well.

It was nice, wasn't it, to see so many nations join together as one.  It was the best opening I believe I've ever seen.

This was posted by  datboymike1 on You Tube.  He's 15. 

The American Military

Oh, yeah.  This is an awesome video about the men and women who make our military the great power it is today!   Their hard work,  which always is for the pursuit of freedom,  must never be forgotten.

 

H/T Holger Awakens

Water balloons popped in zero-gravity - awesome video

This is a cool video. It's 1.31 minutes:

Happy 4th of July!

Ukulele virtuoso John King performs a classic John Philip Sousa march for your 4th of July enjoyment:

Woman, 92, ministers to would-be robber

Thanks to KW who sent this to me at the end of March.  OK, I admit it, I'm very behind on reading all the e-mail I get. 

Somewhere Over the Rainbow

I've been trying to find the video I saw yesterday of the huge rainbow over the nation's capitol that appeared shortly after Tim Russert's memorial service where they had just heard "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" played by Bruce Springstein.  It was breathtaking.  I did find a picture of the rainbow. 

Update 6/20/08:  Success at last!  The video of this beautiful rainbow can be viewed here (watch a commerical first) or here (commercial free).

While looking for the video, I came across a video of a gifted musician, Israel Kamakawiwo'ole, who also performed "Somewhere over the Rainbow.   It kind of fits in with everything.  this video a memorial to Israel  who passed away in 1997. 

 It's touching.

Can cell phones pop pop-corn?

Whoever posted this on YouTube said they tried it and it didn't work.  So how was this done?

Update: 6/7/08: Now I found two more videos with cell phones popping corn. Each phone has to be called before the corn pops. Is this a joke?

Magnetic field made visible by NASA Scientists - Video

Magnetic fields are invisible, at least usually. But Scientists from NASA's Space Sciences Laboratory have made them visible as "animated photographs," using sound-controlled CGI and 3D compositing. It makes the fields, as explained by the scientists, dance in an absolutely gorgeous movie called Magnetic Movie.

Baseline jumping from Angel Falls

Baseline jumping from Angel Falls. Incredible.
Eric Jones - Base Jumping Off Angel Falls - Free videos are just a click away

Rick Monday's heroism saved the American flag in 1976!

On April 25, 1976, during a game at Dodger Stadium, two protesters, a man and his son, ran into the outfield and tried to set fire to an American flag they had brought with them.

MUTO: a wall-painted animation

This video is off the beaten path:

MUTO a wall-painted animation by BLU from blu on Vimeo.

An awesome video of a tornado in Kansas!

A tornado in Kansas is followed by veteran storm chaser, Jim Reed, on May 8, 2008.  At one point the tornado starts coming towards them and a frantic backward moving car tries to outrun it.  then it stops!!!  Jim gets out of his car and runs towards it.

A blast from the past

It's time to change things up a bit from the hate of Islamists. 

I love the song "Gloria" by Laurie Branigan! 

Isn't music a wonderful gift? It will put a bounce in your step:

Kathleen Battle - a voice to behold!

I heard Kathleen Battle for the first time today at the White House ceremony for the Pope.  She is a beautiful woman with an exquisite voice.

Twilight Zone - Where is Everybody?

To change things up a bit, I found the entire Twilight Zone season one and two online at CBS.com!  The show aired on the CBS television network from 1959 to 1964.

Here is a link to the first episode, Where is Everybody?  One slight annoyance, there is a commercial or two in the video. 

Not only that, but Star Trek season 1, 2 and 3 are online as well.  Treakkers will  be so happy but probably already know about it, I'm sure. 

For you Jeff

H/T Hot Air

John McCain released as a POW on this date in 1973

On this day in 1973, Lt. Commander John McCain was released from a North Vietnamese prison.

The missile that shot down his fighter-bomber broke both arms and a leg, and he nearly drowned after parachuting into a lake.  He was then bayoneted and beaten.  McCain refused his captors' demands that he divulge military information in return for medical treatment.  Despite being tortured, McCain also refused repeated offers from the communists to free him ahead of other servicemen who had been imprisoned longer.

Read more from Gateway Pundit

Aborted landing in Germany

The pilot of this jet had to abort an attempted landing in Germany after touching down a couple of time because of severe cross-winds!  The Airbus A320-200 Lufthansa nearly crashed during a crosswind approach on the runway 23 at the airport Hamburg International (EDDH) on March 1st, 2008 in Germany. The left wing appears to have grazed or touched the runway, at one point.  After that he tries again and then guns the engines to get it back into the air.  It was an instant and correct decision on his part.  Thankfully, he had enough speed to get it back up.  I can only imagine how the passengers felt, swaying to and fro, and I'm sure were very thankful for the skill of their pilot.  He landed it safely after about 15 minutes.

You can see him seriously "crabbing" (turning into the wind) as he approaches. 

President Bush gets his groove on in Africa

President Bush's struttin in the Liberian capital of Monrovia today

Rueters

Video of the Day: The Best Mahmoud Video of All

"mock moud"  set to music

Watch the glacier

This is an awesome video of a glacier off of Argentina.

Logan and his words of wisdom

I got this in an email:

Logan is a 13 year-old boy who lives on a ranch in a very small town in Nebraska. Logan listens to Christian Radio station 89.3FM KSBJ which broadcasts from Houston, TX. Logan called the radio station distraught because he had to take down a calf . His words have wisdom beyond his years.

Since airing the audio of the phone call and now the making of the video clip, it has taken on a life of its own. People are forwarding it all over the world. We encourage you to share the love of Christ with anyone you can.

A world without America

Imagine a world without America...

sponsored by BritainandAmerica.com:

Watch 747 lands in severe cross winds in Hong Kong

Watch a 747 land in severe cross winds in Hong Kong.  The video is two years old so it didn't just happen but it's cool to watch:

12 year-old artist says she is inspired by God

CNN did a video report on a remarkable artist who is only 12 year old.  She says she is inspired by God.  Her name is Akiane Kramarik and her talent is amazing.  This is a must watch. 

Thanks to KW from New York

Beautiful pictures from space

I have a friend who has a friend who has a relative at NASA who sent them pictures from the space shuttle.  The e-mail was dated in October. 

They are incredible:  Space shuttle pictures

Thanks DS from Colorado

Christmas Light Show - Video 12

MERRY CHRISTMAS to all our readers!

Christmas Light Show - Video 11

From the creator: 

Here is a close up of the Carol of The Bells Light show. One of the most challenging things was the two story tall mega-light tree with 20,000 lights and getting the lights to change color sequentially while they rotated around the tree.

Christmas Light Show - Video 10

From the Creator:  Crazy Christmas Lights synchronized to the Trans-Siberian Orchestras "Wizards in Winter" and "O Come All Ye Faithful/O Holy Night". Programmed by dj Dan (Dan Brateris), Brian Brateris, Matt Pinnella, and Trevor Ferguson. http://www.djdanonline.com

Merry Christmas!!!

Christmas Light Show - Video 9

From the video taker:  This is the 1st of the 2 videos that I caught at the 2006 Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights in Disney's MGM Studios.  This is a must watch:

Christmas Light Show - Video 8

From the creator: These are our lights this year. They are set to music with the GE Lights and Sounds Christmas Light set.. Check back as I still am not done hooking up:

Christmas Light Show - Video 7

From the Creator:  Turn your speakers up. I have no idea how many lights are here. We still arent done so check back for more videos. I started decorating on Nov 1st light up is Thanksgiving night...still not done

Christmas Light Show - Video 6

Christmas Light show outside SigEp house at Oregon State University:

Christmas Light Show - Video 5

www.SpeakeFamilyChristmas.com

Christmas Light Show - Video 4

150,000 computer animated christmas lights located in Pittsburgh, PA.  Check out their website www.freewebs.com/oholylights:

National Geographic Photos of the Year

Below is a powerpoint slide show of the best pictures of the year as selected by National Geographic.  Thanks to Diane from Denver for sending it to me.

It is very much worth watching:

Download natgeo.pps

Christmas Light Show - Video 2

Another cool Christmas light show:

Christmas Light Show - Video 1

Christmas is such a great time of the year, don't you think?  I thought you may like this Christmas Light show:

Do You Hear What I Hear?

For a nice change of pace, take a minute to listen to a wonderful classic:

Do You Hear What I Hear - Perry Como ~ Christmas Classic

Need a Good Laugh?

My blog concentrates on some serious stuff, like Islamists, and national security, so once in a while lets have some fun!

If this doesn't make you laugh, well...

A Turkey Song For You

Found a turkey song by One Ton Tablespoon:

A Simple Day of Thanks

HAPPY THANKSGIVING to the readers of zTruth. 

A simple children’s prayer of thanks

Thank you God for all that grows,
Thank you for the sky's rainbows,
Thank you for the stars that shine,
Thank you for these friends of mine,
Thank you for the moon and sun,
Thank you God for all you've done!

We Give Thanks

Our Father in Heaven,
We give thanks for the pleasure
Of gathering together for this occasion.
We give thanks for this food
Prepared by loving hands.
We give thanks for life, 
The freedom to enjoy it all
And all other blessings.
As we partake of this food,
We pray for health and strength
To carry on and try to live as You would have us. 
This we ask in the name of Christ,
Our Heavenly Father.

--- Harry Jewell

I also found a link that is seeking to unit the world through the power of prayer that you may find useful:  circle of prayer

What a great time to show you what Diane from Denver sent to me.  It is an awesome video.  Just start watching it and you'll likely want to see the whole thing.  It's so worth it.

On Thanksgiving, we have so much to be thankful - enjoy.

Here is a link to the history of Thanksgiving.

Veterans Day: A day to honor all veterans

9/11 Tribute

I still can't believe this happened in our country because I thought we were safe from such an attack. 

Let's pause in silence today to honor the memory of all those who lost their lives on 9/11/2001 and to all those who worked so hard to find survivors and helped their fellow citizens on that fateful day.

Our country was changed on that day because of the actions of Islamic forces that want to take over the world and destroy all democracies. 

..."President Bush in 2002 declared the anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks as Patriot Day, saying the nation should remember and honor people of all stripes who became heroes on that day.

"We will not forget the events of that terrible morning nor will we forget how Americans responded in New York City, at the Pentagon, and in the skies over Pennsylvania -- with heroism and selflessness; with compassion and courage; and with prayer and hope," Bush wrote in the proclamation.

"Inspired by the heroic sacrifices of our firefighters, rescue and law enforcement personnel, military service members, and other citizens, our nation found unity, focus, and strength."   CNN

Below is a photo collage of the victims of 911.  I wish I could make it bigger but I cant.

God bless you all from the Minuteman

This is a video that's around a year old but I just discovered it on YouTube.  Its entertaining and sad at the same time.  It's sad to see our country being treated with such disrespect.  It's is entertaining because the song, music, and video is well done.