Humpday Happenings...

Looks like we have another nice day ahead...well, mostly a nice day.
Then again, much of that will be dependent upon where you live.
We will have rain coming, but not until tomorrow (so they say).
Our Hoosierland weather for today bring us mostly sunny skies with increasing clouds as the day goes on.
Temps will climb to somewhere around 55 degrees.
So, there should not be any impact on your activities that you might have outdoors. Tomorrow is another story.

Now, let's get ourselves that refreshing drink to begin the day, as we see what else has been going on...
*** First out of the bathroom is our WHO SAID THAT? quote for the week:

"By giving us the opinions of the uneducated, journalism keeps us in touch with the ignorance of the community."
I'd have to say that these days, opinions are driving facts, rather than the other (and correct) way around.
That's a road we really don't want to travel on, but unfortunately, there are those who deal ONLY with that premise.
So, WHO said that? The answer at the top of tomorrow's post.
Meanwhile, back at Trinity College in Dublin...
*** Next up, time for our "What the hell happens today, Bob?" feature:
MARCH 27 -
---It's Manatee Appreciation Day

(seriously?)
---It's National Little Red Wagon Day

(we all had one...didn't we?)
---It's National Scribble Day

(feel free to indulge yourself)
---It's National Spanish Paella Day

(isn't that a bit on the redundant side? Is there any OTHER type of paella?)
---It's National Joe Day

(we need a national BOB day. Palindrome anyone?)
*** Next, from the "And to think our future is in THEIR hands?" Department:
https://www.buckeyefirearms.org/why-do-high-school-students-think-our-rights-come-government

Wifey and I talked about this yesterday, and we believe that our INITIAL rights come from GOD...period.
Certain (inalienable) rights come from our founding documents that state they indeed come from our Creator.
Pretty much everything ELSE is a privilege in one form or another.
Our government does NOT create rights for us, but (should only) enforce those (rights) given to us by...(you guessed it)...GOD.
Good thing this was an "informal" study...
*** Next, from the "How much sense does this need to make?" department:
https://www.buckeyefirearms.org/saf-says-ct-gun-lawsuit-prosecuting-car-makers-crimes-car-thieves
I agree here. Why sue an ARMS manufacturer for the crimes of a deranged individual?
That gun maker didn't FORCE that perp to commit that crime, nor did they pull ANY triggers.
Remington is not to blame here at all.
ALL the choices (badly made as they were) are always the SOLE responsibility of the person MAKING those decisions.
Somehow, those judges in Connecticut need to look up the word ABSURDITY in Webster's (they might a picture of themselves).
 *** Next up, as soon as the weather gets nice, the "natives"get restless in Fort Wayne.

Here's the lowdown:
https://www.wane.com/news/local-news/1-dead-after-shooting-on-smith-st/1879624378

This took place in the 4400 block of Smith St. (yes, the SE side, as usual) around 2230 hrs last night. I think we DID make it to FIVE homicides (so far) this year...and counting.
A man was found by police inside a house suffering from at least one gunshot wound. Originally transported in critical condition, he died at hospital.
It appears that someone shot into the house, striking the male.
Cripes, this is becoming a habit down here.
What's this...a new gang initiation?
*** Next, time to stop by "Kitten Corner"...

"I can see out the front door now."

Our kids had another good day, and then Wifey came home, and they went a tad cray for a short time. After that, it was back to being good.
Gallifrey came up in my lap, but he moved around so much, that getting a picture that wasn't blurred beyond reason as impossible.

"Please, no more of those close-ups."

Violet took to the sofa, so that meant I got the floor (to watch TV). That just makes the old back feel anything but good.
Still, you cater to them, because you love 'em.
*** Next up, lt's do our check in with "Midnight and Whiskers"...

"I really like this routine. Lotsa love, too."

Our furry twosome were doing their usual routines.
Midnight went on patrol and missed lunch, while Whiskers was around all day (spending time in the shelter or alongside the house.

"Just waiting to hear the dinner call."

When Wifey got home, they both came around for back step treats, so no one missed out.
It's always a pleasure to have them at the patio door early on for breakfast. It's something to look forward to every day.
*** Last back to the laundry room...the world keeps getting crazier each and every day.

I won't get into the decision to dismiss all the felony charges (16 in total) that were tossed at actor Jussie Smollett. Let's just call it a travesty and leave it at that. And, we won't get into the Mueller report that came out and showed no collusion between Russia and our president (wasting millions in the process).
Let's instead touch on something Glenn Beck featured yesterday...FACTS and OPINIONS.

Facts are rather self-explanatory, while opinions are based (or should be) on facts.
Granted that many times, people form opinions based on feelings, perspectives and such, with little to no regard for any factual basis. Facts can always be checked...opinions can also be checked by the facts they're based on. If not, then it's based on feelings or propaganda.
I prefer to base any opinion on the facts of whatever matter arises. And when I search for the facts, the word TRUTH is always on my mind.
I don't want facts based on opinion (now should you). That leads to bias very easily, and we constantly see on news channels how that pans out.
Our best recourse is to ALWAYS seek the truth, and that means having to sift through information to uncover the facts, so we can develop a proper opinion that cannot be summarily refuted.
It's not easy to do sometimes, but the net result rewards us well.

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