More on Thumper

     Between getting ready for Christmas and figuring out our new kitty we've been fairly busy since my last entry. Thumper is a puzzle for sure as his behavior plays itself out. I'm beginning to believe that he's quite young and has had very little experience with humans. That being said, he's quite the love bug. It's just that he's awkward about it; like he has no experience at it. We're enjoying his antics as he's playful as hell. He's starting to lose the food fixation and relax a little more as he acclimates to his new situation. We're glad he's come into our lives. Just sayin'. 

Texas Paul Reveals the TRUTH about Brittney Griner’s Release from Russia...

    Before I watched this, I had no idea of the larger picture and the stakes at play. Sounds like we got an okay deal but not if you're listening to the Right Wing Noise Machine. Just sayin'.

Now His Name is Thumper

     Couldn't make Butters work for him so we're on to Thumper now, after Bambi's rabbit buddy. He sounds like a thumper when he's racing down the hallway. He's still not happy with Blaxter and continues to growl from a distance when he's in the room. Something tells me he was a single kitty where ever he came from and he's not into tolerating other cats. Blaxter on the other hand has plenty of experience living in a multiple cat household and is no where near as upset about our new boarder. Fortunately, Blaxter is an outdoor cat and spends the majority of his time outdoors. He's quite independent while maintaining a close bond with us and only needs lap time on a daily basis. Just enough to insure that the food keeps coming. Speaking of food, it's still a issue for Thumper but he's calming down in that department. Time will cure whatever's bothering him and meanwhile he's entertaining as hell. He's a very playful and loving kitty and we're already in love with him. Thank you Big Guy for the major score. Just sayin'. 

More on Butters, Our New Manx

     Day two and it's becoming clear that he had a good home previously and did not take well to being homeless. I don't know how long he was out in the real world but it was long enough to give him some food issues. In general, Manx cats have a fairly delicate digestive situation so his time alone was traumatic for him. He left a bowel movement in his crate when we were bringing him home that nearly forced us to abandon the car. Fortunately Blaxter's food is in his wheelhouse so that's starting to improve his bowels as he settles down. 

    He met Blaxter, our Black Cat and grumbled and growled for a while after Blaxter left the house. They both know the other is in the area and I'm keeping them apart until attitudes improve. All and all Butters is turning out to be one awesome cat and we're enjoying his antics as we get to know him. I'm thinking his balls need removing soon so I'm on the lookout for an inexpensive clinic to get it done. I'd love to let him be a daddy first as he's quite the dandy and his kittens would be wonderful to behold I'm sure. But then, all kittens are wonderful to behold so who am I fooling? As usual, I'm just enjoying the ride.   

Signs from the Manx Kitty

     More of a cat actually but a young one, not quite a kitten. Been keeping an eye out for a Manx of any age and color for several years now. A former co-worker had this little fellow show up at her doorstep last week, looking to move in. As she already has two cats, she posted him on fb and several hours after reading the post we were the proud parents of a new nameless cat. This pic is after about 24 hours of habitation with us.

More Signs of Loss

     Hit 239 this morning, breaking into the 230's for the first time in about 45 years. Everything is changing. Just moving around feels totally different as my large pot belly has nearly disappeared. Had to go through my wardrobe stash to find clothes that I had previously rejected as too small. Great shirts in there but just about every pair of pants I own fit loosely now. My lower denture is even loose. That part is not so great but at least it's repairable. Now I'm wondering how far I should go? My body tells me to keep going until I level out somewhere. Now that food isn't the issue it used to be, I'm expecting to achieve some sort of balance again. With my frame I'll most likely feel best in the 200 to 220 range. My doctor will be freaked when he sees me in late December and I'm looking forward to it. Just sayin'.    

Signs oif Thanksgiving

     I'm not much for holidays or the family gatherings they inspire. Went to my dad and sister's compound for Thanksgiving and had to admit it was a good time. Mostly we enjoyed our rescue Chihuahua's good behavior while hanging out with a group of people. Ginger conquered many a lap while we were there and found doggie miracles throughout her stay. Dad found out that she really likes Salmon. All in all a good time was had by all. Happy Black Friday!   

Still Fed Up

     The mid-terms are nearly here and I'm anticipating some disappointment is possible. How that could be considering the factual evidence that many if not most in the current Republican Party give not one fuck for Democracy and will destroy it if it gets in their way. That is terrifyingly easy to do when so many idiots believe the bullshit they're fed by reprehensible Republican politicians along with whatever right wing news outlet they're addicted to. I don't see a solution other than voting every last Republican out of office and we all know that ain't happening soon. Just sayin'.   

Country Over Party

    Country over Party. One party has introduced hate and violence into their rhetoric and tried to turn America into a fascist state. The other party is trying to hold the line on Democracy to insure that we don't end up with the Orange Menace as our fearless leader for life. I'm for Democracy and an end to the political violence that Republicans promote. Just sayin'.  

Signs of Loss

     Hit 245 this morning. That's 50 pounds less than when I retired. Thinking about shaving the beard to see if my extra chin has taken a vacation. Looking forward to the look on my doctor's face when I see him next. I'm grateful for the lighter load and wondering how much more I should lose. Getting a handle on my food issues has been game changer and that's pretty much what got me here. Looking forward to removing a few more pounds then keeping them off. Who knows? Smoking may be next.   

Signs that I've Gone for a While

     My posts become infrequent when I'm gone but you should know that "gone" can have several different meanings for me sometimes they add up.                           

    There's gone as in "vacation" gone. Maybe to go fishing somewhere else for a week or so or visit the grandkids, leaving the computer behind.

    Then there's the gone that happens when your brain has too much input and stalls out for a while. Floods, fires, car accidents, hospitalizations and other natural/unnatural acts of God can bring this on quite rapidly.  This debilitating type of gone can last days, weeks or even months depending on what type of "disaster", personal or otherwise, you've experienced.

    Lastly there's the gone that happens when a relationship ends or the "last straw" has been reached. Trust has died a senseless death and lovers/friends part causing more time away. 

    Sorry folks. Recent events have soured the well and my keyboard needs a bath. Later.

    

More Signs?

     It's really chapping my hide that Trump is still an unresolved issue in America. Put that piece of human excrement where he belongs, in prison. Along with all his loyal followers who showed that loyalty January 6th. He's STILL lying about the 2020 election outcome. Worlds worst loser by any metric you wish to use.

    In other news, it's about time to hit the coast again. The temperatures have finally come down to the 80s & 90s but we're still headed for cooler pastures soon. That's all for now.   

Signs of Time Flying

     Next thing I know it's nearly 10 days since my last entry. Not much has changed on the political front. Trump is still trying to hold off the indictments but they keep moving in his direction. He's threatening civil war or some such bullshit if he's indicted. You know, the usual when it comes to that criminal. Hopefully we'll cream the Republicans in the mid-terms. Vote people. We need every vote we have to save our Democracy. Just sayin'.  

Signs of a Vacation

     How can you take a vacation when you're retired? Pretty damn easy. Make arrangements then drive to Holly's Ocean Meadow in Fort Bragg to spend 5 days and nights there during the hottest days of the year inland. It reached a blazing 75 the last day we stayed. Great music for the Labor Day weekend from some Dead Heads who've been buddies for 20+ years and rented the place out. There was even a hot tub and great food. Jill and Weezer are the property managers and long time friends. We really appreciated their invitation and look forward to visiting them again very soon. All and all it was our first foray into the outside world since we went to Georgia last November. A good time was had by all.

Georgia DA Fani Willis moves through Trump lackeys: Giuliani, Graham, Ke...

    They've used every legal action possible to avoid testifying then whine that it's too close to the mid-terms. Bullshit. They fucking don't get to pull that card when their actions have left them in this time frame. They get to have their efforts to overthrow our Democratic form of government properly highlighted and documented in front of the American public as they are persecuted for their crimes. If that fucks up Republican mid-term chances then so fucking what? Do we let these criminal acts pass while the guilty continue trying to sell the "Big Lie"? Homey don't play that. Put these fucking traitors on trial now and let everyone know exactly how fucked up these individuals are and exactly what they tried to do to keep Trump in power. 

    As far as Trump goes, he needs to be indicted immediately for the documents he illegally took home. Who fucking knows who he showed/sold that information to? I have zero trust for that piece of shit. The only thing I trust about him is his behavior which runs true to form for how big a piece of shit he is. Just sayin'.  

Texas Paul REACTS to MAGA Loser who CRIED and REFUSED to Concede Election

    Is this all they have? Bullshit claims of election fraud? What the fuck is wrong with these MAGA pieces of shit? Anyone who believes these loser's lies has to stupid on the scale that has no fix. What the fuck are we to do about this vocal and violent minority that will do whatever it takes to "Save" America? Personally, you don't need to hear my solution because that would take all of the fun out of it. Lets just say that I do know one way to stop the stupid and I hope that it never comes to that. Vote people. It fucking matters big time. Just sayin'. 

BREAKING: Herschel Walker declines Thursday Debate because of Sunday Nig...

    It has become obvious that Mr. Walker is suffering from C.T.E.. What is C.T.E.?

C.T.E., which can be diagnosed only posthumously, has been linked to a host of symptoms, including memory loss, depression, aggressive behavior and , sometimes, suicidal thoughts. It is a progressive disease and the symptoms can arise long after the hits to the head have ceased. From what I've seen of his behavior so far I'd say he has it.  

    Republicans are so hard up that they'll throw up a candidate with name recognition that is no where near qualified for the office being contested. The stupid needs to stop. Trump is the biggest fucking loser I've had the displeasure of knowing and this all results from his bullshit. Stupid bullshit that anyone who still has a brain to think with will reject out of hand. Only stupid people or craven ones vote Republican while it's under Trump's thumb. Just sayin'.

 

Texas school BANS Anne Frank’s Diary as Right Wing Censorship reacts new...

    It's difficult keeping up with the latest Right Wingnut Bullshit but I feel it's time to give these stupid people a solid Fuck You! I read nearly 200 books a year and owe much of my knowledge to my reading habit. Censoring books is bad. It's like throwing away the 1st Amendment. I've read about every book on the top 100 recommended reading list. The Tale of Two Cities brought tears to my eyes the second time I read it. 50 years had past and I was a different person. My reaction confirmed that I've gained insights into our human condition that allowed me feel the words on the page. Would that wonderful book pass the censors stupidity test? How fucking stupid do they want their children to be. Stupid can't be fixed but it can be propagated. Heaven help us all if these fucked up individuals get their way and turn our public education system to shit. Just sayin'.     

Eric Trump HUMILIATES himself at rally calling Trump family ‘most honest...

    This is your Republican Party. No longer on the fringe, they are dead center and displaying the new Republican values. These apparently include witches and demons which they obviously believe have taken over the Democratic Party. Seems a little over the top to me. The projection is awesome to behold as they describe their own actions as being those of their opponents.

    Then there's Trump. The signs are all there. The irony of a president who increases the penalty for mishandling sensitive/secret documents while he was in office and now stands accused of doing that very same thing is too delicious not to savor. Projection is a powerful indication that you're dealing with a piece of shit. Whatever they accuse others of doing they have done themselves and cannot believe that anyone else will not behave the same given the opportunity.

    Speaking of bullshit, how about the Right Wing Noise Machine? Ever heard such a pile of bullshit and blather with zero fucks given to what their incendiary words might inspire in their less intelligent listeners? We've already heard about the fool trying to get into the FBI office. He's dead as a direct result of of those incendiary words. Republicans give not one fuck for the people that they represent or the constitution that they swore an oath to. Let me say it again, Republicans give not one fuck for the people that they represent or the constitution that they swore an oath to. 

    Like above, some concepts need to be repeated in hopes that they will inspire understanding. That's what the Right Wing Noise Machine does only they do not want their viewers to know what is actually happening, only what they tell them is happening. You know, propaganda. They pick a piece of bullshit out of the sewer where they live and share their gospel with the masses. And what's with this rise in religious crap that has absolutely nothing to do with Jesus. Ask yourself WWJD and separating families at our border would not have been on the list. He even spoke to the separation of church and state when he answered a question about who was in charge, God or Caesar. He said to give each his own, the gold to Caesar and the spirit to God (paraphrasing here). 

    The Republican Party is lost in a maze of lies and innuendo that they believe to be true. How many fucking times do they need to shown that their was no fraud in the 2020 election? WTF does it take for these fucking poor losers to get over it? They fucking lost. Period. Just sayin'.       

Top British Broadcaster REACTS to death of armed MAGA maniac who confron...

    Not the sharpest tools in the shed, are they? Thankfully these MAGA morons are very, very stupid and this particular one is very, very dead. All this entertainment from the Right Wing Noise Machine that incites it's sub-average followers to sacrifice their sub-average lives for a lie or two or three or four. Defund the FBI? The hypocrisy is delightful when stupid politicians prove how stupid they really are. Law and Order? Not when it applies to Republican crimes. This is still America bitches. You fucking unpatriotic pieces of shit are not above the fucking law. Garland is going to tear all of you new assholes because of your fucking criminal behavior so fuck you and your fucking treasonous bullshit. Just sayin'.