The story broke a few days ago but I first learned of it this morning. In Cuauhtémoc, Mexico, hundreds of migratory yellow-headed blackbirds suddenly, seemingly, fell from the sky. And even ornithologists are puzzled, although such events are not without precedent. The prevailing theory seems to be that the birds were fleeing a predator and … Continue reading Four and twenty blackbirds — with friends
As a native Oklahoman, I felt compelled to “borrow” this wonderful parody from blooper0223 over at Serenity is a fuzzy belly. This is one talented family! Previously it had not occurred to me that Oklahoma! first opened on Broadway in 1943, just 8 days before I was born. But I was born in Kansas City, … Continue reading ‘Oh, Corona!’
President Joe Biden delivered his second speech in a week today, and once again he sounded determined and strong. I wish he’d started speaking out earlier, but better late than never. I had to chuckle when he corrected himself twice, once to change “hell” to “heck” and once to change “damn” to “darn.” Obviously he’s … Continue reading Give ’em hell, er heck, Joe
If you prefer, read the full transcript. Continue reading We’re a nation of order, not chaos
I first posted this video in early 2015 and find it disturbing that it seems even more relevant today. I won’t point fingers, but you know who I’m thinking about. Or maybe you don’t. On the other hand, maybe the shortcoming is mine. That possibility was discussed at some length with the first post. Cleese … Continue reading The truth is out there …
Just saw this on ABC Evening News. The full heading is “Baby Bids Goodbye to His Elder Brother Before He Leaves For College After Thanksgiving.” It’s adorable. Guaranteed to brighten any day. Continue reading Too cute for words
