According to Myth Busters, the thing about your cell phone causing a static discharge and igniting the gas pump is a load of crap. Sure, in theory, it's entirely possible to ignite the pump with a static discharge, but it's incredibly unlikely. But maybe I just believe what the TV tells me.

About.com also has some information on cell phones and the gas pump.

Today is point and laugh at Rachel day, also known as her birthday.

And in completely unrelated news, Marvin is still down.