So my mom, av_lad and I were wandering through Wal-Mart when what to our wondering eyes should appear than a rack of novelty ties. You know, the usual: Penguin, snowman, Redskins, sports, sports, World's Best Dad, Jesus on the cross.

Me: Oh. My. God.
AV Lad: Mmmm?
Me: No! Literally! Oh. My. God. ::pulls out tie::
AV Lad: Oh. My. God.
Mom: Take a picture!

And so, without further ado, the novelty necktie rack at the Manassas, VA Wal-Mart (be sure to click for larger images; trust me, you need the full effect):

Nothing spices up a business lunch like Crucifiction neckware!

( But wait - there's more! )

Um, ow.

I find myself strangely fascinated.

Scientists in Florida are puzzling over a 13-foot Burmese python that scarfed down a 6-foot alligator.... The snake apparently tried to swallow the gator whole -- and then exploded.