'OZ' - The 'Other' Side of the Rainbow

Welcome to 'OZ' - The 'Other' Side of the Rainbow!! Posting is at 10AM, Noon and 2PM CST daily. Up to 12 days of posts on the main page. The archives have more. You can forward posts by clicking on the envelope at the bottom of the post. Enjoy your stay! *** If you need to contact me, or have a copyright issue, please use the "Contact The Wizard" form on the left side of 'OZ'. Original source and author is cited and credited in each post where possible. ***

Friday, January 30, 2026

R.I.P. Catherine O'Hara

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Catherine O'Hara has died.  More info to come 

TIP: Save $$ on heating

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Some simple steps that could potentially shave 15% off your monthly heating bill is improving your home's insulation. Here's how: ...

The 411 - E. coli

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  E. coli (Escherichia coli) infections can potentially lead to organ failure, although it's important to note that this is relatively r...

Common in the 70's - Odd today

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One common practice in the 1970s that might seem odd or outdated today is smoking indoors in public places. Back then, it was not uncommon...
Thursday, January 29, 2026

Damaging your life with a single mistake

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It's difficult to pinpoint a specific individual who has destroyed their entire life with one simple mistake, as life is nuanced and c...

Q & A: Toe tags

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Q: Do coroners really use toe tags? A: Yes, coroners and medical examiners commonly use toe tags as part of their procedures for identifyi...

Winter Casserole Recipes to Warm You Right Up

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Winter is the perfect time for hearty and comforting casseroles that warm you up from the inside out. Here are three delicious casserole r...

Coming Soon - Cropsy, a creeypasta story in 10 parts

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[BLACK SCREEN] The sound of wind moving through trees. A distant crackle of fire. TEXT ON SCREEN: “Some legends are meant to stay buried....
Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Fast Facts - Breathing

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It often feels like we breathe evenly through both nostrils, but in reality, most people are primarily breathing through one nostril at a ...

FYI - Memory-Boosting Tricks

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Memory-boosting techniques can be incredibly valuable, especially for tasks like memorizing facts or information quickly. Here are some me...

FYI - How to Stop Spam Texts on an iPhone or Android

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  Stopping spam texts on both iPhone and Android devices involves similar steps, but there are slight differences in the process. Here...

All about MJ

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Michael Jackson was one of the most influential and transformative figures in modern music, a performer whose impact stretched far beyond ...

TIP: Melting Ice

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  Indeed, there are alternative methods to melting ice that don't involve salt. One effective method is to use rubbing alcohol (isopro...

Cutters and the self preservation instinct

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Do cutters lack the self preservation instinct allowing them to cut themselves? Short answer: no —people who self-harm don’t “lack” the self...

Q & A: Birds

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Q: Why do some birds stand on one leg? A: Birds standing on one leg looks odd, but it’s actually a clever bit of biology 🙂 The main reaso...

Life Doesn't Always Compute - Chapter Ten: If You’re Reading This, It Almost Failed

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Life feels normal now. Too normal. No static. No missing time. No system messages blinking into existence. Doctors say the headaches were st...
Tuesday, January 27, 2026

TIP: Meals that 💸 Don’t Break the Bank

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  Here are some meal ideas that are affordable and delicious: Pasta dishes: Pasta is a versatile and budget-friendly option. You can make s...

The Gay Club/Bar

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Experiences at gay bars and clubs can vary greatly depending on the individual, the specific venue, and the night you visit. However, for ...

Q & A: Arby's

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  Q: Is the meat in Arby's sandwiches really roast beef?  A: Yes, Arby's advertises that they use roast beef in their sandwiches. T...

Life Doesn't Always Compute - Chapter Nine: The Night the Archive Collapsed

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Everyone heard it. No matter where they were, no matter what they were doing, the sound cut through reality like a blade. A sharp, internal ...

CREEPING COLD & A DEAD WOMAN

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By Gail Fulkerson   It began as a coldness in her legs that crept past her knees and was halfway up her thighs before Ophelia felt her muscl...
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Saskatoon, SK, Canada
I (he/him/his) was born September 12, 1962 in St. Boniface, MB Canada. I live in Saskatoon, SK. I have one child, a son, of whom I am incredibly proud. I attended Royal school in Charleswood and after a couple of years at St. Paul's High School, I graduated from Shaftesbury High. I attended Red River Community College in Winnipeg and received a certificate in Business Administration, with a Major in Marketing and Management. I attended the University of Manitoba, earning multiple certifications in LAN Administration and industry credentials from Novell, (CNA); Microsoft, (MCP); and CompTia, (A+). February 25, 2002 was an important turning point in my life and I was re-born.
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