danny thornton: Movies rentals for people on the go. - 06/11/08 07:00 AM

If you are anything like me, you do not have time to go to a movie store and pick out a movie. And the last thing you want to do is send your spouse or significant other out to get a rental for fear they might bring home Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story or another stinker like that. With that said, how does one solve the dilemma of wanting to see a movie but not having the time to pick them out.
Well, to be honest there are quite a few choices out the. The one that I like … (6 comments)

danny thornton: Inspiration - Power Quotes Series - 06/11/08 02:41 AM

I have noticed over my 40+ years on this planet that we call Earth that people wait way too much for inspiration to come their way before they do something.
I can not tell you how many times the grass would not get mowed, the trashed would not get taken out, or a shower would not be had if we lived our entire lives that way.
With that said, why do we live parts of our lives that way?
I hope that you find something in the quotes below that sparks your day.
Also, if you do not mind, click … (6 comments)

danny thornton: Knoxville Tennessee: Not just another college town. - 06/10/08 06:56 AM
All About Knoxville Tennessee When you speak of Knoxville Tennessee to most people they are quick to associate it with the Univerity of Tennessee. Now, mind you, that is not a bad thing, especially in this family. With that being said. Knoxville Tennessee is much more that just a college town. In today's issue of "All About Knoxville Tennessee", we will take a look at the city that is rapidly growing which was the first capital of Tennessee and served in that capacity until 1819, when the capital was moved to Murfreesboro, prior to Nashville receiving the designation.
Knoxville Tennessee is … (10 comments)

danny thornton: Influence - Power Quotes Series - 06/09/08 02:29 AM
Influence might be the single most powerful thing that we possess. With that said, half of us do not know how to use it. Some use it to get what they want. Some use it to obtain power, while others use it to feed their greed.
In my case, I attempt to use my influence to spread inspiration to all. I try to help people have a positive look on the market and their situtations.
What are you using your's for?
I hope that you are able to find some inspiration in the quotes below. Also, if you would like to … (6 comments)

danny thornton: You Make the Call - 06/06/08 03:39 PM
Tonight I was laying in bed and saw this video on the 11 o'clock news. After seeing it, I have to say that it looks pretty obvious as to what transpires here. With that said, I will leave it for you to decide. Did the pitcher and cather decide to play "catch" with the umpire or is this just the case of one getting away. I won't share my thoughts just yet.






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danny thornton: Imagination - Power Quotes Series - 06/06/08 02:26 AM
Yesterday I had the privialge to read a post from my team member Rich Dansereau. If you have not had a chance to read it, you should. Imagination is everything. Without it, how can one actually survive. Without it, a lump of clay can never be formed, a blank canvas can net be painted, and idea can never be brought to life. I hope that you find some form of inspiration in this set of quotes today. Again, if you would like to see other post that I write outside of ActiveRain, click on the pictures. Thanks for your time. “Anything … (14 comments)

danny thornton: Home - Power Quotes Series - 06/04/08 02:19 AM

For so long I have heard people talk about going home. To me, home is where the heart is. It does not have to be where you live and lay your head every night. It could be grandma's house. It could be the town you grew up in. It can be anywhere that you feel at ease in.
For me, home is a place that I can go to and relax and forget about the worries of the day. i can run free with my dogs and not let the stress rule my life. Home is where I hang my … (10 comments)

danny thornton: Helping - Power Quotes Series - 06/02/08 03:39 AM
Whether it is walking an elderly across the street or holding the door for someone that has their hands full, or picking up something a person dropped or taking out the garbage, helping out others is what makes this country great. With that said, I have noticed that sometimes we fail there.
In today's society helping others will get you what you want in return if it is done in the right spirit.
With that said, I hope that the quotes below will inspire you to be great.
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danny thornton: Super MEME'd and it stung - 05/30/08 07:13 AM
My business partner Rich Dansereau is evil and he sent out a super bug to bite me and 7 other people. Well, for some reason, as much as I resist in doing this, thers seems to be nothing that can stop the bug. So, I set out to answer the 8 questions that Mary McKnight put into motion Back during the memorial day weeekend.
1. Who is your favorite musical artist? That is hard to say. On one hand it is Garth Brooks, and on the other it is Guns-n-Roses. With that said, .38 special holds a place in my heart … (23 comments)

danny thornton: Happiness - Power Quotes Series - 05/30/08 04:18 AM
Sometimes I have to wonder if people know what happiness is. I have heard people say that others can only find happiness in others pain. That to me is not happiness. That is just being a sadist.
People always point out that misery loves company. I am one that would rather that saying be change to happiness loves company.
When someone achieves something are you right there celebrating it with them or are you the one in the back that is always grumbling "Why them? Why was it not me?" Do you appauld them or think 'Woe is me?" How do … (9 comments)

danny thornton: The Return of the Funnies Recap: version 5/29 - - 05/29/08 05:06 AM
It has been a while since I did one of these and I am going to make a few changes to it. Going forward they will have none of my post on it and I will be featuring 10 different writers that are full of jokes, humor, laughter, and funny stuff. It is fun putting this stiff together and I have to thank my good friend Rick for prodding me to do this a long time ago. Well, he and Rich Dansereau have been after me to bring it back, so I did.
It would be easier tracking these down if … (8 comments)

danny thornton: A letter came today: A Debbie Malone Tribute. - 05/27/08 03:04 PM
It is amazing how many times I have wrote this since joining ActiveRain. This morning as I entered the office, the mailman came by to drop off the mail. As I threw everything on the desk I noticed a little envelope that was shaped like a card. As I sat down at my desk, I could not mistake the name on the card: Debbie Malone.
Now, for you that do not know Debbie, just sit down for a spell and I will tell you a story. 8+ months ago I joined ActiveRain. it did not take long for me to meet … (18 comments)

danny thornton: Time for a laugh? - 05/27/08 10:20 AM
In life, people say things that at the time, seem to make sense. Over time, they become funnier and funnier. I have compiled a few one liners for you to enjoy and ease your mind of the weary day that you may have had. Think of it as a chance to escape reality. I hope that you enjoy them as much as I did.
"This is a strange country we live in. When it comes to electing a president, we get two choices. But when we have to select a Miss America, we get 50." -Jay Leno
"A bank is a … (15 comments)

danny thornton: Knoxville TN: A great place to live - 05/27/08 06:32 AM
When I lived in Roswell GA, I wrote a series of post on Suburban Atlanta where I highlighted different suburbs and areas of Atlanta. Well, I have decided to carry that on here in Knoxville and right about the suburbs here, but with a different twist. I am going to write about the many differnet cities and also highlight some areas of Knoxville such as Fountain City, Fort Sanders, and Bearden Hills to name a view. Why would also bring out neighborhoods like these? That is simple. The biggest reason is, these are areas that are significant in Knoxville.
Knoxville in … (5 comments)

danny thornton: Mets Meltdown in Atlanta - 05/22/08 02:39 PM
Earlier tonight I wrote a post on my other blog entitled Braves Attempt to sweep Mets tonight. Well, it is no longer an attempt as they withstood the test of Johan Santana and the New York Mets as they spin off yet another home win to lead all the majors for home victories.
What really gets me is the fact that everyone was practically handing the Mets the Nation League East Pennant when they signed Santana and stating that he would be the next big thing in New York to bring home a World Series Trophy. But, that is not … (8 comments)

danny thornton: Welcome to your first day on ActiveRain - 05/22/08 03:43 AM
The more that I am trying to get involved with newbies and making it a point to help people out, the more I see a need for a tour guide. With that said, I would like to take a few minutes to welcome the 4231 newbies that have joined over the last 30 days. Just imagine where we will be by the end of the year if we continue to grow at that pace. Now, I know that a lot of people come in here and the first thing that they do is get overwhelmed. So, lets get right to it.
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danny thornton: Braves Sweep Mets Doubleheader - 05/21/08 01:52 AM

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Atlanta was loving the fact that Tom Glavine was back in a Braves uniform. With that said, the New York Mets hated that very fact as he was virtually unbreakable. The 42 year old made a believer out of the Mets batters as he would bend a lot but would not break as he gave up 1 run on just 3 hits and that being a solo home run in the first inning to Luis Castillo. Mark Teixeira had a field day with the Mets in game one … (5 comments)

danny thornton: eHow.com is wanting you. - 05/20/08 05:50 AM
Over my 9 months of blogging and my continued evolution into a blogger, I have sampled many sites. With that said, there are few that I like and even fewer that I would back. ActiveRain has by far been my favorite social network site and the one that I frequent the most. With that said, I have 2 other places that I live in regularly also.
The main one that I live in has been Hubpages and I have to say, it has been rewarding. But, the one that I seem to get the most out of and have the fewest … (14 comments)

danny thornton: baseball at it's finest - 05/19/08 12:14 PM

What I look for in a good season every year is contention and teams keeping it interesting. With that said, this year there is no clear front runner. The hottest team in baseball resides in the Nation League West. Heck, for that matter, the 2 best teams in baseball are in the National League with the Boston Red Soxs sitting in third at .585. The DBacks are kicking butt and taking names and The Chicago Cubs are right there with Sweet Lou. In the National League and American League East 6 games seperate top to bottom.
If you would have … (2 comments)

danny thornton: Digg.com: Is it becoming a game? - 05/17/08 01:22 AM
I hate to even ask this quetion, but I have to. Last night I got a digg request along with several others that this guy is "friends" with and this is how it goes:
Heya, how are you? I am fairly new to Digg and I am just getting to know the place properly. I am trying to get this post noticed so If you haven't Digged it yet could you please Digg it? And also, pretty pretty pretty please could you share it and shout it to your friends? If you help me I will digg anything you want me … (16 comments)