Monday Musings...

I think we might be able to put away the snow shovels, folks.
(although I won't rule out a dusting some time soon. It IS Indiana)
And, this is the 4th day this month our paper failed to show up by the appointed time, so I had to call it in to get another delivered (we got 2).
Nice to know you pay for the laziness of others, isn't it?
Anyway, we'll put that behind us and move forward.
Our Hoosierland weather for today brings us early clouds changing to mostly sunny skies, and breezy conditions, with a high once again into the mid to upper 40s.

Now, let's get a comforting drink to start the day (and week), as we see what else has been going on...
*** First out of the junk drawer is our "What the hell happens today, Bob?" feature:
MARCH 25 -
---It's National Lobster Newburg Day

(forget what it looks like - it tastes great)
---It's National Medal of Honor Day

(nothing else needs to be said)
---It's Tolkien Reading Day

(I'd rather watch the movies)
*** Next, it looks like another dead body has been found:
https://www.wane.com/news/local-news/neighbors-find-man-s-body-near-woods-southwest-of-downtown/1874798965

This took place in the 1400 block of  Huestsi Ave around 2245 hrs last night.
People on the block saw a suspicious pickup at the end of their street.

After it left, neighbors found a dead body and called police.
Talk about  "short dumping". That alone is a violation. Any bets it's ruled a homicide? That will give us FIVE for the year, I believe?
*** Next up...a very good Bill O'Reilly column:
https://www.billoreilly.com/b/Cool-it-on-Climate-Change/240632843972482713.html?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=staff_column

Beto O'Rourke IS one scary-ass person, because he's got some "issues".
(we're not talking rooms looking like a Jackson Pollock painting under a black light...he's way past that, especially when it comes to climate).)
He believes this climate change is being touted as "settled science", when in fact, it's ALL based on computer MODELS making predictions.

Like a fortune teller feeding you what you'd LIKE to hear.
The only thing "settled" about this is that lots of people are being horn-swoggled. And that comes back to the whole manipulation gig I spoke of last week. We're far from finished with this, don't doubt me.
---But wait...we get a TWO-FER from Bill:
https://www.billoreilly.com/b/Wolves-and-Sheep/-796349483748467197.html?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=staff_column
You can make book that there are those making wads of money over this situation...and all for creating sensationalist tripe where none seems to be found.
*** Next, we have an update on the Gaywood Drive shootings:

((Police have since identified the victims as Quamel O. Stinson, 29, of Fort Wayne and Latoyia N. Billingsley, 31, of Fort Wayne. ))
Wonder how everyone else on the block is sleeping these days...or if they even care at this point? Nothing seems to get better.
*** Next up, Aaron's Rug Gallery is robbed:
https://www.wane.com/news/local-news/armed-robbery-reported-at-fort-wayne-rug-gallery/1869590685

This took place back on 22 March around 1630 hrs. Aaron';s Rug Gallery is located at 1217 Broadway.
Details about the robbery were not disclosed (well, thanks a lot, people).
Nothing like keeping concerned citizens in the dark, is there?
*** Next, time to once again stop by our "Kitten Corner"...

Yes, he CAN sleep in almost any position.

The kids had a very good weekend, and that's what we love to see around here - good cats.
Gallifrey was enjoying his spot on the window sill perch, not that there was much to see.

One of her favorite spots.

You could hear cardinals in the area, so that had to have attracted his attention.
Violet was content to climb into my lap, when she wasn't being otherwise cute, and trying to get a picture of her when she climbed up wasn't exactly what I was hoping for.

"Cecil B DeMille you ain't, daddy!"

Whoa...talk about a "close up"...
And that's why we have laser pointers...heh.
*** Next up, let's check in with "Midnight and Whiskers"...

"What's he watching now?"

Our furry twosome spent almost all weekend close by. When the rains came, Whiskers went into a shelter, while Midnight found a pine tree to crawl under (when he wasn't on patrol elsewhere).

"...I'm watching you, why?"

Can't say that either one missed a meal, although Midnight was late for lunch (we can forgive that).
Whiskers is always around and usually the first to show up at the patio door for breakfast.
In many ways, there is something to be said about having a "routine".
*** Last back to the pantry...I'd like to hope we're done with all this "investigation" BS of our president.

But somehow, I have the sneaking suspicion this will not go away anytime soon.
Now, after 2 (tedious) years, you'd think that would have exhausted every avenue when it comes to allegations and proof of either guilt or innocence. With some in D.C., apparently not.
It's like "we know you're guilty, and we'll keep investigating until we can create something that proves such guilt".

Please, don't insult my intelligence, or that of others who feel similarly.
And this pertains to those on both sides of the aisle, because we know there are wolves IN the flock, as much as there are other wolves prowling around the flock.
Personally, I'm getting tired with this nation working against itself. There needs to be a call for a cessation of political hostilities from BOTH sides/ Just sit yourselves down, and start working TOGETHER to better our nation, rather than tear it asunder.
And remember, all you politicians...are civil SERVANTS...you ALL work for "WE, THE PEOPLE"!.

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