This entry was published at least two years ago (originally posted on February 19, 2004). Since that time the information may have become outdated or my beliefs may have changed (in general, assume a more open and liberal current viewpoint). A fuller disclaimer is available.
According to the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, in 2002…
- 12,300 people slipped and fell on wood floors.
- 20,000 people injured themselves while riding microscooters.
- 5,310 people fell while pulling on trousers.
- And 700 people (assumedly men) injured themselves while zipping their trouser zippers.
\<cringe>Ow.\</cringe>
(via Prairie)
iTunes: “Golden Dawn” by Ministry from the album Land of Rape and Honey (1988, 5:42).