Humpday Happenings...

For those of you who "enjoyed" yesterday  to no end, it looks to be a replay of sorts as far as everything goes.
And that means it will be cold, and roads will be less than perfect, and idiots will be TRYING to drive like it's sunny and fair.
(you have been warned)
Our Hoosierland weather for today brings us cloudy skies (again, but we might see the sun)) with light lake-effect snow showers during the day (again), with temps rising to only around the upper 20s (again).
For those of us not going anywhere...not a problem, but if you ARE going somewhere, practice caution behind the wheel, expect the unexpected and do dress accordingly.

Now, let's settle back with a nice hot cup of coffee, tea, or cocoa as we take a look at what else has been going on...
*** First out of the bathroom is our WHO SAID THAT? quote for the week:

"Our public school system is our country's biggest and most inefficient monopoly, yet it keeps demanding more and more money."
The mention of the carmakers' monopoly in previous posts is a good starting point when we talk about certain types of CONTROL in this country, and to that, our educational system looks to be ruling the roost.
So, who said that? The answer at the top of tomorrow's post.
Meanwhile, back at Washington University in St. Louis...
*** Next, time for the "What the hell happens today, Bob?" feature:
NOVEMBER 28 -
---It's National French Toast Day

(I know what I'm having for breakfast)
---It's National Package Protection Day

(in our part of town, you almost need an armed guard...or a large dog)
---Oh, and they're lighting the Rockefeller Cernter Christmas tree today...if anyone's interested.
*** Next up, looks like another death investigation takes place in Fort Wayne:
https://www.wane.com/news/local-news/woman-dies-inside-cass-street-home-fwpd-investigate/1620783183

A 33-year-old woman was identified Tuesday as the person found dead in a Cass Street home Monday.
The Allen County coroner said Laura Elizabeth Larkin of Fort Wayne was found dead inside a home in the 2400 block of Cass Street around 1730 hrs. Monday.

The cause and manner of Larkin's death are pending further investigation, the coroner said.
Could this be homicide #44 this year? We shall see.
*** Next, here's some  more information on the Thanksgiving triple homicide:
https://www.wane.com/news/local-news/court-docs-thanksgiving-shooting-result-of-robbery-of-marijuana-dealer/1619777863

Yeah, it's nice to know the home invasion took place where pot was being sold...that explains a LOT. (like how a 20 year old can even afford a house - not vetting required).
Guess these young adults were not AS "innocent" as we're led to think.
Still doesn't warrant being murdered, though
*** Next up, finally, a GOOD story about someone who cares more than most:
https://www.wane.com/news/local-news/tony-is-making-fort-wayne-better/1619213158

What I would not give to have someone like Tony living next door or across the street.
Clearly, he's NO gangsta, and people where I live could learn a LOT from Tony.
Say what you will, but I think he'd make a better mayor than the one we currently have had for a dozen years. Sorry, did I say that out loud?
*** Next, can we mention so much when it comes to global warming?
http://www.journalgazette.net/news/us/20181126/travel-disrupted-by-midwest-snow
And there's also this:
http://www.journalgazette.net/news/us/20181126/snowstorm-batters-parts-of-midwest-100s-of-flights-canceled

I will say that YES...I admit it...our climate DOES change...and much of it is due to factors that mankind cannot (and will never be able to) control.
In fact, I expect our climate to change every day, hour by hour...as it's done for thousands of years.
*** Next up, it's time once again to stop by "Kitten Corner"...

The kids were not all that bad yesterday, but as usual, took to running about after Wifey came home.
And earlier around midday, they had a brief runaround, but with little else to do (even with ALL the toys they have), they took to napping...just like a cat.

Attention span? What attention span? LOL.
*** Next, let's do our daily check-in with "Midnight and Whiskers"...

Our furry duo again spent the day close by.

At least one of the shelters got some use (by Whiskers). Midnight prefers to be more of an "outdoorsman", an roughs it under a shrub alongside the patio door.
The blowing snow didn't leave much of a clear spot under the patio table, but I went out late afternoon and swept most of the stuff away.

I don't want them trudging through any snow if they don't have to. I would like to set something up where he nests, but I haven;t got a definitive idea yet. Actually, I'd rather him use one of the shelters (that she curls up inside of).
*** Last back to the linen closet...I want to follow up on our ability to choose, or rather how we are being ALLOWED to choose.
With that in mind, let's start with that word GRATITUDE, and then run from there....

John Stossel had a good column about thankfulness, and it should apply to people today.
https://triblive.com/opinion/featuredcommentary/14328918-74/john-stossel-look-to-pilgrims-for-economics-lesson
((Government can force everyone into the same centrally dictated plan, but in doing so it stifles individual initiative and drive.))
Now, while this (context) applies to economics, it might just as easily apply to a number of other things we've had thrust upon us...lightbulbs, televisions, smartphones, digital everything, automobiles (or the future lack of them)...you name it, and we've been "forced" into acceptance, like it or not.

And most times, it's done through junk science, or subliminal nuance.

Start watching all the "car" commercials from any of the automakers...see many CARS in them? Probably not, but you WILL see a LOAD of crossovers and SUVs. See, these mooks are already at work trying to "change your mind" through advertising...whether you want your mind changed or not.
All that's missing is Pavlov's dog, drooling in our laps when the damn bell rings.
(we might well be taking the place of that canine)

You THINK you do, and you're wrong.

Sure doesn't look, feel, or sound like the country I grew up in that much.. And people say it's not that cool to long for those good old days...(you mean when we acted better and could choose for ourselves without so much government  or any private sector monopolistic influence?).
Yeah...I DO miss THOSE days.

Be well, make a difference to someone, and...
Stay SAFE out there, America.