Apparently, there's malware out there that is going to cause some computers to be "locked out" of the Internet on Monday.  FBI says it's been lurking for a year or so.  Two things; first, go to this site and check to see if your computer passes the test (a simple screen wil immediately let you know.) http://www.dns-ok.us/  If you are infected, or if on Monday you haev no connection to the Internet, don't panic - your Internet Provider can fix it for you.  Happy surfing!

Normally one of the brightest objects in the early morning or evening sky, Venus will appear merely as a black dot as it crosses in front of the sun.  It doesn't happen often, so if you miss this one, you'll have to wait 105 years.

Never look directly at the sun, but here's the safest way; NASA's live webcam: 

http://venustransit.nasa.gov/2012/transit/webcast.php

Happy Memorial Day!  First, we thank and rememeber all of those who fought to protect our freedom, in order for us to enjoy the things we love.  I hope you and your family have a wonderful time togther, enjoying:

• barbeques
• fishing
• boating
• camping
• friends and family
• an ice cream cone (or milkshake!)
• mini-golf, par-three, or championship course
• good health
• a child's smile
• fond memories
• badminton (didn't know it was spelled like that!)
• a tall iced tea / coffee
• sunshine, rainfall, gentle breeze, sweeping  Cirrus clouds
• your favorite music on the radio
• fresh fruit
• horeshoes or croquette on a big lawn
• frisbee on a big field
• conversation with an older relative about family history
• a walk in the woods, beach, boardwalk, anywhere outside
• a cup of coffee and slice of pie (blueberry crumb for me) with your spouse
• planting flowers or a garden
• visiting a nursing home
• comfortable clothes

Did I leave anything out?  Enjoy! 

Time to look up at the skies again this Saturday night (5/5).  It will be the largest full moon in 18 years!  Of course, catch it in in the evening, when it's low in the sky, for maximum effect.  Took this photo last night!

I can rememeber when American Bandstand was on EVERY afternoon after school.  (Mostly baby-sitters turning it on!)  I always prefered the recorded versions, rather than the artist singing it live.

I remember one year working on the Viacom Building, 40th Floor in Times Square.  I had a zoom camera that picked Dick's stage out of the crowd.  On this freezing-cold night, I thought I had the better vantage point!

Dick Clark was a true professional, both talented and savvy.

Robin Gibb, one of the Bee Gees, has slipped into a coma this weekend.  This after proclaiming tht his cancer was in remission.

The Bee Gees had a string of hits in the sixties and seventies, most notably the soundtrack to Saturday Night Fever.  Hopefully things turn for the better soon.

How about a little "poll" of our own?  Vote for Best Picture and let's see how we do after Sunday's Oscar telecast.