The Sign of the Vulture

     Nancy and I were driving back from a long overdue visit to her trailer that sits on her property outside of Willits. It was a mess as a bear had broken in and generally trashed the place. That along with several other issues resulted in us pushing pretty hard to get it done while we were there. Sadly it wasn't to be and we'll be returning next week to finish up. So as we hit the pavement and headed down the hill a vulture flew in front of us then stayed there for at least a quarter mile. Since vultures are about cleaning up some dead waste I thought it was an appropriate sign to be given at that time. It should indicate that we're on the right track (finally) when it comes to the trailer. Just sayin'.     

The Internal Musings of a Busy Mind

     Way too busy lately. Watching the cats play last night while carving on a new piece of cedar. Wondering at the fact that I was there and happy along with my sweetie after the long strange trip we've both been on. Then I contemplated some possible future removals from that same piece of cedar, all the while checking out the current color of the sky. Once I decided what to remove from that piece of wood I prepared a piece of 80 grit sandpaper to make some more sawdust. While I was sanding, the current state of our planet invaded my thoughts and temporarily brought me down. Then I focused on my piece of wood and everything became calm again. So when you see me carving, don't think that's all that's going on in my head. Sometimes I'm self medicating with whatever piece of wood takes my fancy. Just sayin'.     

Oliver Anthony - Rich Men North Of Richmond

    Just discovered this dude today and was moved by his songs. He's doing what I did in my thirties only he has the added weight of celebrity to deal with too. I recognize his use of song writing to deal with his personal issues. The songs he's been writing resonate on a much higher level than mine ever did. Then again, there was no You Tube or cell phones to record with. I do believe I have a few songs that might resonate with some of you out there and possibly I'll use my cell phone to share them. Meanwhile I'll wish this gentle soul the best. I was very entertained. Just sayin'. 

The 4 Horsemen Of The TRUMPOCALYPSE! | Armageddon Update | Christopher...

    "He's never not been an asshole", states Mr. Titus. I couldn't agree more with his closing words. Make that pretty much everything he states about this situation parallels my thoughts exactly. Makes me want to do some videos but he does it so well and I have nothing to add. His words warm the cockles of my heart. Just sayin'.

"Horrendous": Black Men Tortured By White Mississippi Police “Goon Squad...

    Hard to find the right words to describe my reaction to this story. That fact that there are human beings that behave in this manner while wearing a badge is chilling. They were obviously encouraged by their superiors who helped cover up their actions. All of them should spend some time getting butt fucked by the innocent folks they falsely helped put in prison along with whoever else wants to take a shot. I don't believe it would do much to heal their cold shriveled hearts but it would be entertaining. Just sayin'.  

Signs from a Bumblebee

     So I was sitting on our front porch when movement on the pavement in front of me caught my attention. It was a Bumblebee crawling across the driveway with intention. It was going somewhere. It had someplace to be. I wondered why it was crawling rather than flying and surmised that it was reaching old age, soon to die. I wondered if I should intervene but quickly rejected the idea that there was anything positive that I could accomplish towards rehabilitating this Bumblebee. Still, all sorts of possibilities presented themselves as I continued to watch it progress across the pavement. I though that it was headed towards some shade but it continued past those cooler areas towards the morning sun. Just as I gave up all thoughts of rescue and contemplated ending it's obvious suffering it flew away. So much for my astute observations. Just sayin'.