Andrew, you nailed again! I've been hearing that the protests are actually emotional therapy for those participating. I'm not sure what therapy you get from yelling curse words and throwing rocks. I sure hope I never need that kind of therapy. If I do, just please put me directly into the closest loony bin!
And this is why my first thing is reading your story. I have that friend with those texts. Do not read them. And instead of news I turn on ESPN. Duke fans, you have my sympathy but not much.
To all of you Seanistas I say good morning from North Fla. 53 degrees feels good but Lord bring us some rain.
Heaven knows how much Las Vegas needs rain. Lake Mead has a huge bathtub ring and the meager snow pack up north isn't going to help us even a little bit. But we keep building!!! Makes no sense to me.
Neither is the Olivet Discourse an easy read. We want someone to take charge and turn things around, someone earthly. Jesus warns us not to be fooled or distracted.
He told His disciples what their future would look like. Jesus stunned those who heard His prophecy concerning the destruction of the Temple. Check and check.
And then Jesus discloses the frightening calamities and utter chaos that will occur before His return. To believers He says, watch and pray, do not be afraid for our redemption is near.
This is why I no longer watch American news shows--whether Fox, ABC< CBS, NBC or CNN.
The best unfiltered international news INCLUDING about the U.S. comes from BBC. And their broadcasts never start out with a breathless "BREAKING NEWS!" which we've all read about hours before.
Their anchors remain calm and disinterested in the subject they are reporting. In other words, the way U.S. news was reported 60 years ago.
And that's the way it is, Monday, December 30, 2026.
Okay. So you can't manage a coherent phrase in the early morning. That's normal. Until coffee, I don't even speak, but the dogs don't care as long as I open the back door . Thank goodness for a fenced back yard! I even mowed yesterday!
You would post this today. I've been longing for a kitty, but have remained strong because my grandson is allergic and one of my dogs would think it fun to shake it. Can a dog be taught to purr?
I have one female cat and two schnauzers. They are a pack. When the cat calls out for help, the dogs are on it like lightening. My younger dog tries to play rough with the cat. The cat will not use her claws on the dog. I keep telling her just one time would stop Emmylou from tormenting her.
Ha! funny but not funny… What has become of us that opening our cell phones leads to anxiety and fear! I kinda’ remember when it was fun getting on my phone. We sure have done a good job of taking simple joys out of life!
C'mon, let's all sing or hum those immortal lyrics: Signs, signs, everywhere a sign. Blocking the scenery, breaking my mind. Do this, don't do that can't you read the signs?
Let the pundits wail and whine,
let the demonstrators shout.
I'm dying but I'm doing fine,
and they're what I can do without.
Some will ask me, don't you care?
Don't you worry, won't you fuss
about the stuff that's so unfair,
Jesus thrown beneath the bus?
It's both sides that are tossing Christ,
don't wanna kick both sets of butts.
My peace will not be sacrificed
to join in with the raving nuts
who find their meaning in their strife
when they need to get a life.
Thank you! Well put!
Thanks, Anne!
Andrew, you nailed again! I've been hearing that the protests are actually emotional therapy for those participating. I'm not sure what therapy you get from yelling curse words and throwing rocks. I sure hope I never need that kind of therapy. If I do, just please put me directly into the closest loony bin!
Amen!
Amen and Amen.They need to get the devil behind them!
There's probably an answer already in there but I suppose you have your own column? What a quiz you are at putting the daily events into rhyme!
Of course that should have said whiz not quiz.
"Blow up your TV
Throw away the paper
Try to find Jesus
On your own."
-- John Prine
Don't throw away the paper!
Use it to line the bottom of the parrot's cage.
Gotta love John Prine. I only discovered him after his death. I listen to him every night now.
Listen to his Clay Pigeons… It’s about recovering from a divorce, I think.
And this is why my first thing is reading your story. I have that friend with those texts. Do not read them. And instead of news I turn on ESPN. Duke fans, you have my sympathy but not much.
To all of you Seanistas I say good morning from North Fla. 53 degrees feels good but Lord bring us some rain.
Amen. Northeast Arkansas needs rain, too!
Heaven knows how much Las Vegas needs rain. Lake Mead has a huge bathtub ring and the meager snow pack up north isn't going to help us even a little bit. But we keep building!!! Makes no sense to me.
Prayers !
The last second of that game was the best for me. I am an SEC-er, so just enjoyed a comeback victory. I wonder if #24 is still on cloud 9?
SEC all day long but it was a magnificent game. Have to give credit. None for UT though......
Neither is the Olivet Discourse an easy read. We want someone to take charge and turn things around, someone earthly. Jesus warns us not to be fooled or distracted.
He told His disciples what their future would look like. Jesus stunned those who heard His prophecy concerning the destruction of the Temple. Check and check.
And then Jesus discloses the frightening calamities and utter chaos that will occur before His return. To believers He says, watch and pray, do not be afraid for our redemption is near.
This is why I no longer watch American news shows--whether Fox, ABC< CBS, NBC or CNN.
The best unfiltered international news INCLUDING about the U.S. comes from BBC. And their broadcasts never start out with a breathless "BREAKING NEWS!" which we've all read about hours before.
Their anchors remain calm and disinterested in the subject they are reporting. In other words, the way U.S. news was reported 60 years ago.
And that's the way it is, Monday, December 30, 2026.
Thanks for your tip of the hat to Mr. Cronkite.
Okay. So you can't manage a coherent phrase in the early morning. That's normal. Until coffee, I don't even speak, but the dogs don't care as long as I open the back door . Thank goodness for a fenced back yard! I even mowed yesterday!
I had a little schnauzer girl who would actually Tee-tee on command. My girl now is hit or miss. I still try.
You would post this today. I've been longing for a kitty, but have remained strong because my grandson is allergic and one of my dogs would think it fun to shake it. Can a dog be taught to purr?
Yes, Deborah. Daphne Dane purrs all the time with her rather large head on my shoulder when I'm sitting in a chair.
I have one female cat and two schnauzers. They are a pack. When the cat calls out for help, the dogs are on it like lightening. My younger dog tries to play rough with the cat. The cat will not use her claws on the dog. I keep telling her just one time would stop Emmylou from tormenting her.
Some can. I had purring shelties
Ha! funny but not funny… What has become of us that opening our cell phones leads to anxiety and fear! I kinda’ remember when it was fun getting on my phone. We sure have done a good job of taking simple joys out of life!
I want cute kitty posts!
Once again, I date myself when I admit this reminds me of the song from the 60's: "sign, sign, everywhere a sign, blocking out the scenery..."
This is why I won't live anywhere WITHOUT an HOA. No political signage allowed.
I was reminded of Signs by The Five Man Electrical Band.
C'mon, let's all sing or hum those immortal lyrics: Signs, signs, everywhere a sign. Blocking the scenery, breaking my mind. Do this, don't do that can't you read the signs?
Yup. Sounds like real life nowadays.
Your morning sounds like mine!
Wake 6:30
Walk 4 dogs
2 coffees
Email
Facebook
Computer games to get the mind off the news!
Shower
Start my day
❤️💕
Thank you so much! Old ladies need a morning giggle to get going!!!
Sometimes we need that kitty on a trampoline break and just enjoy.