July 28, 2014
Today, let’s start with a bit of trivia for all of you trivia buffs out there. DYK that according to mybirthdayninja.com there is a thing called the birthday paradox. It was news to this blogger. First, the definition of a paradox that applies here is: a statement that is seemingly opposed to common sense and yet is perhaps true. Sounds like a losing proposition to these ears, but you, dear reader, can decide for yourself how much sense this birthday paradox makes. So, you ask, what is this birthday paradox? It goes something like this: in a group of 23 people, the probability of 2 people in that group being born on the same day of the same month is 50-50. Oddly enough (pun intended—hehe), if you increase the number of people to 70, the probability increases to 99.9%. But what if you are looking for someone who was born on exactly the same month, day and year as you? In that case, you need at least 253 in your group, then there is a 50-50 chance of finding your perfect birthday match. If you up the number to 760 people in your group, then your chances of finding your birthday twin increase to 99.9%. Interesting. Might be fun to try out the next time you throw a party. Or not! For those of you who need hard facts and evidence, there is a mathematical equation that lets you figure the odds, but since this blogger left math theory behind at graduation, you’ll need to google that for yourself. Before we leave the birthday trivia behind, this blogger would be remiss not to mention the fellas at grouchyrabbit.com who compile quotes submitted to their website. According to their website, birthday paradox or no, it’s a proven fact that people who have more birthdays live longer. Now you know!
On to the gossip that you all tune in to read. The blonde bombshell (BB) has returned to H-town and our own Man of Steel (MOS), DD himself, seems to be plotting something, hopefully not a move to Houston to be closer to BB. Time will tell, so stay tuned. This blogger heard a rumor that one of our lovely ladies, let’s call her Princess Leia (PL)--you remember the chick with the ear buns,right--is in the market for a husband and is considering trying a little online dating. Do you hear the music from Halloween in your head, too? On-line dating is scary stuff. It’ll be interesting to see how that goes. Of course, you will be able to find out all the juicy details right here on this blog, so don’t fret. When it comes to gossip, this blogger rivals the likes of MH and DT, the gossip mavens of Miller. Speaking of rivals, the grapevine is buzzing now that girl next door number 3 (GND#3) is back in town. There has been quite a bit of activity at Miss Silivia’s old store, and a lot of it involves the boys next door (BND)--Numero Uno and El Segundo. GND#3 papered the window so no one can see what is happening inside the store until the Grand Opening. The oldtimers at The Filling Station (TFS) are a bit perturbed, not that GND#3 cares. On a side note, the GNDs mamma is in heaven with four of her chickadees back in Miller. Have you noticed that the honeymooners, FB and SB, have returned, looking tanned and rested, and telling stories of flying above the ocean with visions of sharks filling their heads?
Meanwhile, mudders were everywhere last weekend. They come in droves to enjoy the six mudding parks in our area. Along with money, they bring noise and a bit of mischief. Best to avoid areas where they congregate if you have sensitive ears or small children. Don’t make it personal. Nuff said.
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