Thursday, July 31, 2025

A Blenheim Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Named Dashel Has His Intelligence Boosted Using Nanobots


A Blenheim Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Dashel undergoes an intelligence enhancement procedure using advanced nanotechnology. In the first image, nanobots have already been injected into his bloodstream and are awaiting activation. The NAD (Nanobot Activation Device) emits a targeted signal designed to initiate the bots' neural programming sequence.

Once activated, the nanobots migrate toward Dashel's neocortex, optimizing synaptic efficiency and stimulating neuroplasticity -- resulting in a dramatic increase in cognitive capacity.

In the second image, Dashel is shown confidently completing a battery of post-procedure cognitive tests. Under the supervision of Dr. Fahmida Cultissima, a renowned neurologist specializing in cortical engineering, Dashel is determined to possess an estimated IQ of 400 -- a level of intelligence far beyond any previously recorded, human or otherwise.

SSRN: By leveraging AI-powered nanobots, researchers aim to create self-regulating neural networks capable of monitoring, repairing, and even augmenting brain activity, leading to breakthroughs in neurological disorder treatment, brain augmentation, and human-machine fusion. Source: Nano-Consciousness: Can Nanotechnology Bridge Artificial Intelligence and Human Brain Interfaces. (Social Science Research Network is a massive open-access repository for scholarly research, especially in the social sciences, law, economics, and related fields).


Minerva Insegnante, Ed.D., fails to document the moment Dashel's pencil rises gently off the desk. Perhaps his psychic aptitude for telekinesis is emerging -- though prevailing scientific consensus remains, regrettably, unimpressed by such phenomena.

Monday, July 28, 2025

A Blenheim Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Named Dashel Performs Standup Comedy


A Blenheim Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Named Dashel performs standup comedy at the Lighthouse Theatre in Kettering England.

Wikipedia: Thought to have originated in East Asia, and possibly acquired by European traders via the Spice Road, early toy spaniels were first seen in Europe during the 16th century. They became linked with English royalty during the rule of Queen Mary I (from 1553-1558), eventually earning their name after being made famous by their association with King Charles II. Ruling from 1660-1685, Charles II owned many small dogs which accompanied him and his entourage about their daily business. Members of the breed were also owned by Queen Victoria (Dash) and her great-granddaughter Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna of Russia.

Queen Victoria's Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Dash was her beloved companion during her -- given to her mother in 1833 and quickly becoming Victoria's closest friend during her isolated upbringing under the Kensington System. He was famously loyal, and she even bathed him herself after her coronation in 1838.

Image Description: Stand-up comedy Stand-up comedy is a performance directed to a live audience, where the performer stands on a stage and delivers humorous and satirical monologues sometimes incorporating physical acts. These performances are typically composed of rehearsed scripts but often include varying degrees of live crowd interaction (crowdwork). Stand-up comedy consists of one-liners, stories, observations, or shticks that can employ props, music, impressions, magic tricks, or ventriloquism. Performances can take place in various venues, including comedy clubs, comedy festivals, bars, nightclubs, colleges, or theaters.

Note that, while my AI image prompt says, "A photorealistic image showing the interior of the lighthouse theatre in Kettering England", the chatbot Copilot says (after I described the image) that this is not what the Lighthouse Theatre in Kettering England looks like. Are there 3 visible balconies? Copilot says, no, it's a single-level auditorium.

The Lighthouse Theatre in Kettering is a lively venue with a wide-ranging lineup that makes your choice of stand-up comedy for Dashel feel right at home. 🎤

Here's a taste of what they host...

Stand-up comedy: Regularly features touring British comedians like Chris McCausland and Mark Steel.

Musicals and plays: Productions like Legally Blonde Jr. and Cinderella grace the stage.

Tribute concerts: From Michael Jackson (Michael Starring Ben) to ABBA (Arrival) and Bob Marley (Legend).

Family shows: Including The Very Hungry Caterpillar and seasonal pantomimes.

Talks and variety acts: Ben Fogle's Wild and Nurse Georgie Carroll's comedy show add to the mix.

The theatre seats around 560 people and is known for its excellent sightlines -- so Dashel's cosmic absurdities and satirical punchlines would land beautifully in that space.

🐾 Comedians with Dogs in Their Acts.

Julian Clary famously performed with Fanny the Wonder Dog, a calm, stoic companion who sat on stage while Clary delivered his flamboyant routines. Fanny didn't do tricks -- she was more of a visual punchline to Clary’s persona as “The Joan Collins Fan Club”.

Bernie Winters, a British comic from the 70s and 80s, often included his dog Schnorbitz in sketches and routines. Schnorbitz became a beloved fixture, even appearing in TV shows alongside Winters.

Simon Caine launched the Barking Mad Comedy Club, a dog-friendly stand-up venue where comedians perform for audiences that include dogs. Some comics even bring their own pups on stage -- like Aidan Goatley and his dog Maisie.

Jahnnalee & The Furry Kiddos created a comedy skit series featuring dogs as part of the act, blending stand-up with canine antics and themes like anxiety and PTSD.

Sunday, July 27, 2025

A Blenheim Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Named Dashel Works As A Bike Messenger & A Chef


A Blenheim Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Named Dashel works as a New York bike messenger and a Chef at the Osteria Francescana restaurant in Modena Italy.

Wikipedia: The modern King Charles Spaniel, and the other types of toy spaniels, are likely the result of crossbreeding historic spaniels with other East Asian breeds (such as the Japanese Chin, Pekingese, and the Pug) in the early 19th century. This was done mainly to reduce the size of the nose and snout, as was the style of the day.

Image 1: Bicycle messengers (also known as bike or cycle couriers) are people who work for courier companies (also known as messenger companies) carrying and delivering items by bicycle. Bicycle messengers are most often found in the central business districts of metropolitan areas. Courier companies use bike messengers because bicycle travel is less subject to unexpected holdups in city traffic jams, and is not deterred by parking limitations, fees or fines in high-density development that can hinder or prevent delivery by motor vehicle, thereby offering a predictable delivery time.

Image 2: Osteria Francescana is a restaurant owned and run by chef Massimo Bottura in Modena, Italy. In 2016 and 2018, William Reed Business Media named Osteria Francescana the best restaurant in the world that year in their annual The World's 50 Best Restaurants.

Chef Dashel extends one paw with theatrical flair, releasing a cascade of vibrant herbs -- thyme, oregano, and basil -- that drift gently downward, mid-motion, like cosmic confetti. On the counter before Dashel rests a masterfully crafted Pizza Fritta atop an artisan ceramic plate -- golden and puffed, its surface crowned with a glossy tomato reduction, melted fior di latte, and a delicate shimmer of olive oil.

Monday, July 7, 2025

Thomasina Sanger, Joel Martins & August Zazarella Perform At The Nines In New York



"I've Got the Box Turtle Blues". Thomasina Sanger Duets With The Singing Box Turtle Joel Martins. August Zazarella on piano.

(Verse 1)

Joel: I woke up slow beneath the willow tree, Sun was high but it barely noticed me. Tried to cross the driveway by half-past noon, Got run over by a lady hummin' show tunes.

Joel: I've got the box turtle blues, oh yeah, Movin' through life with my house on my back. While the hare's out hustlin', I'm stuck in a snack -- On a dandelion I can't quite chew through. Yeah, I've got those slow-mo, muddy-toe, box turtle blues...

(Verse 2)

Thomasina: My best gal left me for a tortoise in June, He had a six-pack shell and sang her a tune. He said, "Hey baby, I race for fun". Now I just bask and grumble at the sun.

Joel: I ain't got Wi-Fi, I don't move fast, But I've got ancient wisdom and moss on my... past. I could teach you zen if you'd sit a spell, Or just help me roll over -- I'm stuck on my shell.

Joel & Thomasina: I've got the box turtle blues, oh dear, been stranded in a muddle nearly half a year. But I'll keep on trudgin' with my wrinkled views -- Cause wisdom grows slow with the box turtle blues.

Lyrics by Copilot, 20250707.

Friday, July 4, 2025

The Oranges


Prompt: a whimsical Pixar style CGI animated character that is an old shriveled orange. The orange, which is sitting in a wheelchair, has small arms and legs. His mouth is open in an angry yell. A mop of yellow hair perches on top of his round body. The setting is the oval office in the white house.

Images: Copilot, NightCafe (not my creation), NightCafe.

Friday, June 27, 2025

Frog Diners Surprised By High Prices


Blue Poison Dart Frog Surprised by High Prices On Menu In Fancy Restaurant.

Green Frog Surprised By High Bill In Restaurant.