There's an economic crisis. The stock market is down and unemployment is up. In spite of that, big business survives.

What do you think of when you picture a lorry? Perhaps one of these lorries from popular culture. They might not wear giant sunglasses or have punch-ups with the paparazzi, but that doesn’t make these superstars any less well known.

Charlie Chaplin's comedy was rich in creativity and cleverness. His ability to make his audience laugh while touching universal chords of emotions was a rare gift.

The most common dream is that our teeth are falling out. This dream reflects concern over our appearance or how others see us. These dreams mean we're experiencing a loss of power, a sense of inferiority or a lack of confidence. Maybe this is the most common dream because interpreting it gives us a lot to sink our teeth into.

It is estimated that over 90% of Illinois residents use their seatbelts. This has been the case for the last two years. Yet, apparently 90% isn't good enough for Governor Rod R. Blagojevich. For some reason, he feels that the state needs 100% compliance with the laws requiring people to use seatbelts.

George Bernard Shaw once said, “The problem with political jokes is that they get elected.” Well, at least there are a lot of material for political humor. Even if the global economy is practically crashing down around everyone, people can always enjoy political humor.

Everyone has times they want to escape reality. Those times are called fantasies and fantasies don't last long.

American folklore has usually created laughter and merriment at basic elements of humour- the unexpected after a series of expected behaviors- to make a point.

Although some superstitions are hundreds of years old, most of us don't think we're superstitious. We just don't want to risk offending evil spirits.

Friends come in all shapes and sizes. Books are friends you can drop, but their feelings won't be hurt.