A Joyous Independence Day in America: 249 and counting!

Today, July 4, 2025, marks America’s 249th birthday. On July 4, 1776, the thirteen colonies declared their independence from Britain, setting off a lengthy war, at the end of which they gained their independence from sometimes-brutal overlords across the Atlantic. Sacred Honor, indeed America’s Founders were a remarkable group of erudite, courageous, patriotic men, the …

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Sunday Funnies. Cute stuff from last week.

The obligatory Simon’s Cat. https://twitter.com/simonscat/status/1933506605338767856?s=46&t=AkJV8dX_RyhUKPG8uj0KNQ Aah, little kitties! Who hasn’t encountered this, and almost fallen down the stairs?! In honor of Israel’s attacks on its arch-enemy Iran: And in honor of this past Friday the Thirteenth, some black cats. Kikyo in her happy place. Here I am! Eeeek!!! Parting shots, now that I am retired. …

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Merry Christmas to my Readers and Followers

As I write this, it's 1:00AM on Christmas morning. I want to wish all my followers, and occasional readers, the happiest of holidays, and peace and prosperity in the new year of 2025. We all can give thanks that the new year will bring a new President, and a New Birth of Freedom to our …

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Faces in a Crowd…of Accordions!

Notice all the faces in this group of accordion players getting ready for the big Accordion Parade down the main street of Leavenworth, Washington.  All ages, both sexes, no two alike. I'll bet you could not tell that the man at the right with his back to you and the LIAC t-shirt is blind.  Yes, …

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