Flatworm, flatworm, wriggle in my gut! Eat my flesh, happy boy, chew thoroughly. During this holiday season in many countries, it must be hard for them to admit that I'm right. And panties that won't ride up, for we the people are a nation adrift in the intestines of an unknown cow ( Read more... )

There's a new kitty gracing the old home, Minnie, adopted from the sheltering place. At first very cautious, but now mostly a lightning streak across the rooms as she creates havoc, especially with staid-but-sweet Lisa Daputtie. Seems to have been a good choice, and is nice to be able to save another little animal friend from a bad end ...


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On the fourth day, he did not resteth. He buildeth a wall, a low wall to protect from the erosion and to plant the flowers within. He lifteth the stones and placeth them in their respective position, to holdeth each other more firmly. Each stone was as a brother to its neighbor, and its neighbor a brother alike unto it. But the wall finished ( Read more... )

Bicycle ride with friends through forest along river; beautiful Fall day, clear air, golden yellow leaves, dappled sunlight and shade, winding path, geese and crows in the fields. A little too much exercise after much too little exercise, and a handful of "grumpy pills" obviously ingested earlier, but in the end, it all ended well. When done, go ( Read more... )

Darwin had it: evolutionary continuity. It should not be surprising that creatures progress in many physical fashions. One can draw a line from Point A to Point B and thenceforth. How is it so hard to fathom that progression and development proceed along other paths also? The intellect, the emotions, the spirit ( Read more... )

I am not afraid anyone, Malabar ( Read more... )

Six years in this home now, having moved to north to escape the oppressive heat and rioting. Well, at least to live in more favorable conditions, with broader fields in the village, quieter roads, fewer rowdy cabbage-hauling carts ( Read more... )

You're in the water. Now let's see you swim, buddies ( Read more... )

Another year, and the alloted hours tick away ( Read more... )

It is time to 'fess up.

This Is Who I Am, This Is Where I'm From ... Oohay, radish farmer from Albania.

This Is What I Believe In When The Day Is Done ... family, friends, loyalty, and at least a grudging attempt to be honest. Try to do good work. Be kind to animal.

Perhaps this bud is for you. True.