Sunday, December 30, 2007

Sunday Morning Church Disservice: Free Rice



It’s a gray, gloomy Sunday here in Bagwine, Ohio. The weather may be far from sunny, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t help a few folks out, have a little fun, and find out how bright you are at the same time.

A few months ago, an organization called Free Rice, began a campaign to help feed the world’s hungry. Through something as simple as asking people to come to their site and test the mettle of their vocabulary skills, Free Rice is making a difference.

Here’s how it works…

1. Click on the answer that best defines the word.

2. If you get it right, you get a harder word. If wrong, you get an easier word.

3. For each word you get right, we donate 20 grains of rice to the UN World Food Program.

It’s that simple, and to date it has resulted in raising nearly 12 Billion grains of rice. That will feed a helluva lot of people. Personally, I wish there was an equal amount of red beans to go with the rice…But that’s just me.

If you have some free time, click on: FREE RICE and let your gray matter do the rest. If you need further reason to go to the site, listen to the song below.

It features the inspiration of Anndi, lyrics from Travis, a wonderful arrangement and the incredible vocal stylings of yours truly.






Cheers!!

NOTE: Listen to Turnbaby’s BlogTalk Radio Show tonight at 8 P.M. I hear she has a special guest in the form of a former Big Apple guy of Italian descent. Why is that a big deal? He’s NOT doing time. For details, click HERE.

41 comments:

Dana said...

*gigglesnort* I got lewd and obscene as words - are you sure they are giving free rice??

Schmoop said...

Dana: Yes they are; they evidently knew that it was you, and gave you words that you are very familiar with. Cheers!!

none said...

Worthy cause. I've played it a bit too trying to build up a good amount.

Schmoop said...

Hammer: You're a good man Mr. Hammer. Cheers!!

Desert Songbird said...

The problem with playing that game is stopping, and since I'm on a brief break before heading out to mass, I'm going to have to go there later.

Sorry it's so gray and gloomy there; not even sure if the sun is up here yet! (It's only 7:25, so maybe it's just now rising.)

Toodles, dear.

Schmoop said...

It is addictive. Yeah, the gloom...I don't mind cold weather, but a little sun would be nice. Toodles and Cheers!!

JoshC said...

Free Rice is a very noble idea. But couldn't they mix it up a little bit? Like Free -fried- Rice? Free Beef with Broccoli?

Schmoop said...

Worm: I guess generosity and charity do not come al a carte. Hey...that was pretty good. Cheers!!

Unknown said...

That’s neat, Matt-Man. Thank you.

I “earned” 400 grains before I decided to click back here and get on with the morning.

Schmoop said...

Nick: No, no, thank you. Have a great day Nick, and Cheers!!

TopChamp said...

love the video... merry Christmas (late).

Schmoop said...

Topchamp: Thanks...Thanks for stopping by, Merry Late Christmas, and all the best for 2008. Cheers!!

Jeff B said...

Thanks for the public service anouncement. Great job to all three of you.

Anndi the rice pimp has really been on a cool campaign with this one.

Schmoop said...

Jeff: You're welcome. And yes, Anndi is such a rice pimp. I may get her a gaudy fur coat, a pair of spiked heel boots, and a funky hat. Cheers Jeff!!

maryt/theteach said...

Earned 500 grains for the cause...is that good, MAtt-man? The words were very hard! I've done this once or twice before...I could make loads of rice pudding for all the rice I've accrued...:)

maryt/theteach said...

Oh and btw I've done my predictions for 2008, you might have a laugh if you visit: Work of the Poet

Schmoop said...

Teach: Yes it is. Thanks for playing. Have a great 2008, Mary. Cheers!!

Schmoop said...

Teach: I'll be by Ms. Nostradamus. Cheers!!

Liz Hill said...

It's a great cause and I vow to have my total at 50,000 before the new year dawns

Hope you'll be there tonight and thanks for pimping me!!

Schmoop said...

TB: 50,000 what? Men? I'll be there my dear. Cheers!!

Travis Cody said...

I say again, great job on the video!

I played this morning and did my 1000 grains. I may have to play again later today.

Cheers my good man!

Schmoop said...

Travis: Thanks. Cheers to you and the Bengals are actually winning. I don't care if it is the Dolphins, that's an accomplishment for them. Ha!!

Spicy said...

Only us Canadians & Americans would look for something to go with their rice. Millions of people are just happy to get plain old rice!
I've been playing that game for a month now with my granddaughter.
Not only does it feed people...it improves our vocabulary.
Now...I didn't mean you..Matt-man...your vocabulary is great!
(if you're in the mens' room).
Here's wishing you & your family a happy, healthy & prosperous New Year from my home to yours.
Tonight I will try to listen to blogradio if I have the right time?

Schmoop said...

Matty: I was just kidding about the addition to the rice. Have a safe and prosperous New Year as well. And the time for her BlogTalk Show is 8 PM EST. Thanks for stopping and Cheers!!

Cinnamon Girl said...

Dammit, now I want Red Beans and Rice!

Schmoop said...

Starr: That is one of my Lenten favorites. Cheers!!

Cinnamon Girl said...

Ah yes Lent :P

Schmoop said...

Starr: Can I lick it out of your belly button?...Oh, Lent. Cheers!!

Cinnamon Girl said...

See Lent is where the Catholics loose me. They had me at Mardi Gras and I had to toss them to the curb the next day. Of course I work for them and the fish smell every friday from our cafe doesn't help! Fasting and me are just not sympatico.

Schmoop said...

Starr: How about me doing you "fast" everyday? Would that be sacramental? Cheers!!

Odat said...

Nice cause and great song!
Peace

Unknown said...

Because you sang for me, I shall go off and play the game, should I get addicted....you realize I shall blame you...red beans would be nice to go with the rice though.

Schmoop said...

Odat: Thanks my dear. Happy New Year!!

Sassy: It can get addicting. Enjoy and yes, red beans rock. Cheers!!

Mimi Lenox said...

Sigh.
I missed the show. I'll catch the archives. But I do love the rice game. It's totally addictive.

Happy New Year, Matt!

RW said...

"Rice Rice Baby" dun dun dun da dun dump "Rice Rice Baby" Have a Happy New Year to ya in 08 Matt!! See ya next year!

Anonymous said...

that was a fun game and the words were relatively hard but I managed 800 grains of rice. woohoo!

happy new year to you matt-man. may all your dreams come true. even the rude ones :-)

Schmoop said...

Mimi: Happy New Year To You Too. Cheers!!

Roger: Same to ya dude. Cheers!!

Nurse: Ha, rude ones...Thanks for playing and Happy New Year to you. Cheers!!

Leighann said...

okay okay, I played along! Can I at least get a congratulatory spanking or something??

Julie said...

I sat on the edge of my seat for the last few days when I heard of this collaboration.

GREAT JOB!

**moves back into chair in a more relaxed position**

katherine. said...

the "live" version last night was great too.

Anndi said...

So.. where's my pimp outfit?

You know.. I love you Matt.