Loathing LOL catz has turned into a national pastime just as much as loving them, but, like all things, it’s hard to hate them all. So when a friend sent me a collection them via email, I hissed in excitement that there were two that made me LOL. One was a Star Wars reference, the other a cartoon.

Why? Because of the fantastic 1936 Merrie Melodies short “I Love To Singa” directed by the great Tex Avery. Yes, the caption is wrong, but it still made me laugha with a gigga and a snigga and a gaffe-a. It made me laugha. Here is the original short:

Listening to: “Where The Colors Don’t Go” - Sam Phillips

This is a shot from the end of the show last night taken by Kath. Cancer was the secret word last night. No, really. Every time someone said cancer, the entire audience screamed, so you can imagine how much screaming there was last night. There were 75 people in attendance and by the end of the night a whopping $1,800 had been raised. I can’t thank everyone enough for the help and for bringing all the love that was in that room.

The highlight of the night turned out to be the shaving of Monkey heads. I was completely blown away at how entertaining the audience found it. Scanning back from the stage to the audience, it was amazing to hear the laughs and see the smiles of the audience as the boy Monkeys including former Monkey, Mike, all sacrificed their hair in support. Shari (as pictured by HDW) didn’t shave her head, but she did dye it red in honor of the color of the wrist bands for blood cancers. She looked great, too! She could totally get a job at Hot Topic except that she isn’t morose enough.

For me, the night was wonderful and strange. I like attention, but this was basically all about me. I guess there is such a thing as too much attention, but any discomfort I felt was more than made up for the people showing up to show their support in this little battle in the war of life. Friends, acquaintances and complete strangers taking a few hours of their life to laugh and say, “Hey, you’re not alone. We’re here and we want you to survive,” was one of the best, warmest and awe-inducing-est moments of my life. It’s a feeling everyone should experience at some time.

Also, I have to thank all the people who gave online which totaled another $1,400 or so. The outpouring of support has been quite overwhelming — in a good way. Needless to say, I paid a bunch of medical bills today; however, I’m still waiting for the chemo treatment invoices to begin to roll in. Thanks to everyone over the last few days, I am now in a great place to take care of the by-products of cancer.

Bald Boy Monkey Lineup (by Leslie)

You can see more pictures from the show here and here.

Listening to: “All This Beauty” - The Weepies

Do you realize how weird it is to advertise a fundraiser for yourself? It’s damn weird. The Monkey’s Uncle show on Monday, May 12th is now going to be a financial helper to pay some of my medical bills and be a showcase to see male Monkeys getting their heads shaved.

First, I want to thank everyone who has offered support, comfort and especially laughs during this period. I’ve felt truly blessed at having such a strong virtually- and reality-based support group. The Monkeys I especially want to thank for their huge hearts at even offering to do this upcoming comedy benefit — like I had a choice actually. 

It’s been suggested strongly that I put a link for donations for those who want to and won’t be able to see the show although I’m hearing rumors that the show may be taped, so if you are so inclined…

And for no reason at all, here is something for you. It’s the new Monkey Mix that we put together for the show. 

P.S. The t-shirt was a birthday present from fellow Monkey Mateo. Click on it to see the slogan idea come to life.

Listening to: “You Need A Woman Tonight” - Captain & Tennille

“Iron Man. Iron Man. Does whatever an iron can. Steam and starch are his friends. Drinks a lot. Cash he spends. Look out! Here comes the Iron Man.”

I totally just made that up. It’s the start of another summer movie season kicked off with a superhero movie and I couldn’t be happier. Especially since tomorrow I’ll be a 41-year-old queek going to see the latest Marvel movie with my other geek friends in their thirties and forties.

You know what else tomorrow is? Free Comic Book Day! That’s right for my birthday, I’ve authorized a few participating comic book stores to give you a free comic from a short list of titles. No, really. Tell ‘em Howard sent you and make sure you take a picture of their blank and/or inquisitive face and send it to me.

This post is also here so Kath doesn’t have to look at the hot, hunky guy in the post below. (The unicorns are for you, girl.)

Anyway, enjoy Iron Man if you see it. So far the reviews are outstanding with word that Robert Downey, Jr. completely makes the movie, which is great to hear. I’ve been a strong supporter of his casting. I can’t think of anyone else better to play Tony Stark and am looking forward to the second movie (they all signed on for three) where they are rumored to dive into Stark’s alcoholism. Heroes overcoming weakness are the best.

Listening to: “She’s Not Me” - Madonna