If Noah had lived in the United States today the story may have gone something like this: And the Lord spoke to Noah and said, "In one year, I am going to make it rain and cover the whole earth with water until all flesh is destroyed. But I want you to save the righteous people and two of every kind of living thing on earth. Therefore, I am commanding you to build an Ark." In a flash of lightning, God delivered the specifications for an Ark. In fear and trembling, Noah took the plans and agreed to build the ark. "Remember," said the Lord, "you must complete the Ark and bring everything aboard in one year." Exactly one year later, fierce storm clouds covered the earth and all the seas of the earth went into a tumult. The Lord saw that Noah was sitting in his front yard weeping. "Noah!" He shouted. "Where is the Ark?" "Lord, please forgive me," cried Noah. "I did my best, but there were big problems. First, I had to get a permit for construction, and your plans did not meet the building codes. I had to hire an engineering firm and redraw the plans. Then I got into a fight with OSHA over whether or not the Ark needed a sprinkler system and approved floatation devices. Then, my neighbor objected, claiming I was violating zoning ordinances by building the Ark in my front yard, so I had to get a variance from the city planning commission. Then, I had problems getting enough wood for the Ark, because there was a ban on cutting trees to protect the Spotted Owl. I finally convinced the U.S. Forest Service that I really needed the wood to save the owls. However, the Fish and Wildlife Service won't let me take the 2 owls. The carpenters formed a union and went on strike. I had to negotiate a settlement with the National Labor Relations Board before anyone would pick up a saw or hammer. Now, I have 16 carpenters on the Ark, but still no owls. When I started rounding up the other animals, an animal rights group sued me. They objected to me taking only two of each kind aboard. This suit is pending. Meanwhile, the EPA notified me that I could not complete the Ark without filing an environmental impact statement on your proposed flood. They didn't take very kindly to the idea that they had no jurisdiction over the conduct of the Creator of the Universe. Then, the Army Corps of Engineers demanded a map of the proposed flood plain. I sent them a globe. Right now, I am trying to resolve a complaint filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission that I am practicing discrimination by not taking atheists aboard. The IRS has seized my assets, claiming that I'm building the Ark in preparation to flee the country to avoid paying taxes. I just got a notice from the state that I owe them some kind of user tax and failed to register the Ark as a 'recreational water craft'. And finally, the ACLU got the courts to issue an injunction against further construction of the Ark, saying that since God is flooding the earth, it's a religious event, and, therefore unconstitutional. I really don't think I can finish the Ark for another five or six years." Noah waited. The sky began to clear, the sun began to shine, and the seas began to calm. A rainbow arched across the sky. Noah looked up hopefully. "You mean you're not going to destroy the earth, Lord?" "No," He said sadly. "I don't have to. The government already has."

1. What are you wearing at this moment? Comfy blue sweater, jeans, white gym shoes. 2. What have you eaten today or plan on eating? Pomegranate applesauce and some Yakisoba noodles for lunch, Chinese carryout for dinner. YUM! 3. What is your computer wallpaper/screen saver? A bed of fallen leaves in a riot of fall colors, sprinkled with raindrops. 4. What is your favorite vegetable? Only one! Only one? ThatâÂÂs tough. I guess onions for all they do in food and alone, but as a side dish veggie, probably brussel sprouts. 5. If you were invisible, where would you go? Inside the Supreme Court as they deliberate. 6. What does/did your parents do for a living? My late father (and he was late, for everything, LOL) was a family law and real estate attorney. Most honest guy in the world, and very smart. My mom hasnâÂÂt really worked much since they got married. She was an operator (witha real switchboard) for Michigan Bell before marriage. Worked a couple times part time, just for fun. Now retired, but the queen of immaculate homes and the best pie baker in the world. 7. What name would you give yourself other than your given name? You MUST choose a different name! Almost anything would be better than Leslie. I have always loved the sound of Solange, but I think I would be something like Kellan. 8. Off the top of your head, what is the best song ever written? Hallelujah Chorus by Handel is the one that comes to mind - and I am an atheist! LOL 9. If you could have any animal in the world as a pet, (it would be tamed) what would you choose? I would take a pass. Animals are wonderful, but I would be fine without a pet, tho I love our dog Kassi. Are you hosting Thanksgiving this year or will you be a guest? We are having Thanksgiving for just the 4 of us on Saturday. Younger DS will be home from college, and asked if he could go with the girlfriend for part of the day to her family celebration. I just didnâÂÂt see the point in making the poor guy struggle through two meals, and I have to work every day that week but Thanksgiving, and DH is having some minor surgery on Friday. So it will be a warm and wonderful day on Saturday with DH, both the boys, and me - and Kassi eating turkey too, of course. We may stop by and see DHâÂÂs dad on Thursday for a quick visit. Not sure yet where he is going for dinner. My mom will be with my brother, so I am not welcome.

Too much fun! Everytime I hear the Anvil Chorus I think of Marx Brothers 'A Night at the Opera'.

What a pretty dress - The colour is stunning and the lines are beautiful. I'm going to have to remember this line of dresses- They're available in Canada at The Bay and the one that Annette Holbrook chose is also available in tea length I was reading some of the comments and one I found said that apparently the dress notes that it is machine washable (which didn't work out well for someone who made a comment) but the Canadian Bay site said that it is dry cleaning only. Just an FYI.