Friday Favorites: Kristin edition

Hey guys, guest blogger Kristin here. Summer and I have come across some hysterical things this week that we'd like to share with you...

Part I: The Daily Universe
BYU's own The Daily Universe is frequently a source of hilarity for us...

Police Beat: March 17, 2009
"March 12: A diamond ring was found outside the HBLL, and turned in to police. Owners can claim the item by coming to the police with a description of the ring."
"March 10: A male student called his insurance company and was told he had bad credit because of a mortgage he took out in May 2004 when the student was on a mission. The victim then discovered his identity had been stolen." Thanks for the news flash!
"March 10: A 13-year-old female stole a $5.95 mood ring from the BYU Bookstore. The juvenile was released into the custody of her mother."
"March 14: A female student reported a wild duck in the basement of Whitney Hall. Police opened the door and ushered the duck out of the building." How'd that duck get in there??
And our favorite...
"March 13: A student walking near the Crabtree Building reported being hit in the face by a small hard object thrown from a passing car. The student discovered the object to be a Skittle. The student got the license plate of the car, but the owner of the car denied any involvement in the incident." I would deny any involvement too over something that dumb!

Follow-up to the Skittle incident: "Treat Longboards Equal," Letter to the Editor, The Daily Universe
Discussing why longboards should not be banned on campus:
"...I believe the main issues for banning longboards are damage to property and collisions with pedestrians. I know that skateboarders causing property damage are breaking a state law, so why punish those who use their longboards responsibly? In the March 17 edition of the Police Beat, a student was assaulted by a person with a Skittle. We could ban Skittles, and M&M's for good measure, but it would only punish the good Skittles eaters."
Summer says: "Psssh! He can't even use adverbs properly (in his title). What is he talking about?"

I love the Daily Universe. It gives us a great reflection of BYU's finest.

Part II: "A Century of Disasters: The Top 10 Worst Inventions in History"
This is from an article found on foxnews.com. In the article, they are posted in no particular order, but I've placed them in order of our favorites.


10. iFlyz Portable Media Player Airline Holder.
Bag of peanuts? $3.50. Toilet entrance fee? Pending. Hands-free iPhone viewing device ready to use even in the "stowed and locked position?" Priceless (i.e., $29.95 with shipping).







9. The Cat Wig.
It's pretty difficult to decorate a cat, but with a kitty wig, it's easy!









8. iPhone Fingers.
Ranging from small to extra large, one Austrian company offers only the best in latex digital protection to keep your iPhone smudge free!




7. Method for Collision Recognition with a Pedestrian.
After a hit-and-run accident, it might be nice to know whether you hit a person or a traffic cone - not that there's a difference or anything.






6. The Pedal-Powered Wheelchair.
For those who can't stand...but can still pedal.







5. The Inflatable Dartboard.
Completely collapsible, the inflatable dartboard could - amazingly - be stuffed into a space the size of a small cup. Great for use in tight spaces and for those looking for a quick, single-player, single-hit game. There's no need to worry, though - it comes complete with a "puncture repair kit" in case anything should go wrong.




4. The Prankster Fire Alarm Trap.
Comin straight out of the February 1938 issue of Modern Mechanix magazine, the prankster-proof fire alarm traps the hand of any offender in a metal handcuff until the fire brigade arrives to release him. Perfect for fake fires, but in the event of a real blaze, you're taking one for the team.







3. Battery-Powered Battery Charger.
Motorola's P970 was Zen-like in its simplicity - a rechargeable battery that recharged your cell phone's battery via a mini USB port. Too bad it's no longer on the Motorola Web site.






2. The Detachable Dog Sack.
Enjoy a drive with man's best friend, but hate the hair he leaves behind? Then the detachable dog sack is for you. Now your pet can ride outside the car in a pouch attached with rubber-padded hooks to the open window of your vehicle. Because, let's face it, who needs safety when you have a sack?






And our all-time favorite...
1. Anti-Eating Face Mask.
Essentially a metal cage that attaches to your face to prevent those of us lacking any self-control from ingesting solid foods, the Anti-Eating Face Mask is pretty straightforward, but there must be easier ways of losing that extra winter weight.




Well, it's my first time to blog and it's been a pleasure. I hope you have gotten as much humor out these as Summer and I have.

Kristin