Rick Duncan's Blog – December 2011 Archive (4)

Have some hot cocoa – some REALLY hot cocoa – as in spicy. Mexican cocoa is a blend of cocoa, cinnamon and chili pepper and has some extra health benefits in there. The pepper compounds in hot-hot cocoa can actually boost endorphins, while the cinnamon improves awareness. Real cocoa boosts mood and gives you a good dose of antioxidants. Rachael Ray’s recipe for…

Anita Harris was drunk.  Not like a little slur-your-words drunk.  I'm talking really drunk.  How drunk, you may ask?  Well...for starters she took off her top and then her bra.  Still not drunk enough for you?  Ok...then she walked through town (topless) and came upon an animal shelter where Terri Daulton was working.  Since topless, angry, drunken women aren't the norm at…

This, my friends, is the Giant Weta.  It's indigenous to Richmond and is probably in your backyard right now.  Ok, ok...that's not true, but I'm sure the look on your face was priceless!  These living nightmares are from New Zealand and are actually endangered.  Oh, and in case you were wondering, yes, it is the largest insect in the world.  According to entomologist Mark…

If you have an Android device (smart phone, tablet, etc) or you're asking for one for Christmas, here is a list of some of the best apps available.  I've got an Android phone and plan on checking out a bunch of these!  What about you?  What's your favorite Android app?…