Have you been watching the impeachment fiasco? I say fiasco because that is the way it appears to me. The house spent weeks interviewing witnesses and gathering evidence and then after a month of sitting on the articles of impeachment, finally sent them to the Senate. Now they want the Senate to include other witnesses and documents for further evidence. Well, nope, you had weeks to do that, you ran the evidence gathering according to your rules, and now you want to run the Senate trial also. According to your rules. Funny it didn't happen that way when Clinton was impeached.
Speaking of Clinton, Hillary that is, she is opening her mouth on the current political scene. While she has much to say about Trump, seems her current fight is with Bernie. I don't care that much for Bernie, but so far he is ignoring Hillary, for the most part. He did say at one point that he don't understand why she is trying to "discuss" the 2016 election. She lost and that is that. Although the House is trying their best to overcome that verdict. They have been trying ever since before Trump was sworn in.
On to another subject. Well, kinda. Also in the news is the upcoming trial of Harvey Weinstein. Now, I know I have been out of the movie loop for a number of years. But if I ever saw a movie that good ol' Harvey was involved in, I have no clue what it was. And I don't really care. Even when I was younger and attending a lot of movies, I really couldn't tell you who the director was. Even then, much less now. Seems some of these "Celebrities" have to get in trouble for some of us to know who they are.
Also, in the Hollywood genre, it seems that Debra Dugan (sp) is in trouble. She is the lady who was hired to do something with the Grammy's coming up. Guess she stepped on someones toes or something cause now she is out, just days before the Grammy's air on the tube.
HO HUM.
Now to the Royals. I don't understand why people are so enamored with them. Actually, we dismissed them sometime around 1776. I see no reason to change that. As for Harry and Megan, Harry has threatened the paparazzi with a law suit if they don't leave him alone. good for him. Hope he does. And I like to use a camera as much as most, but to invade the privacy of a family is just wrong.
And finally, a few weeks ago my wife and I stayed a night in a Hotel. It was a pet friendly Hotel. OK we were assured that we would no be in a room that allowed pets. OK. However, while that seemed to be the case, when we went down the following morning to get a little breakfast before leaving for an appointment, s lady with her dog on a long leash was in the breakfast room getting her food while her dog climbed over the tables and chairs and sniffing every thing, then when we went to the elevator to go up to the room to get our bags, we had to avoid a dog puddle on the floor of the elevator and then when coming down to check out, had to go around a man with two dogs waiting to get on the elevator. Lest you think I dislike dogs, let me assure you that I do not. I was raised with dogs, and my wife and I had dogs most of our married life, up until just a few years ago. But they were out side dogs, and they didn't climb over furniture and pee on the floor when other people were. We will stay at a different hotel the next time.
AND THAT'S THE THOUGHT OF THE DAY FROM THE DITCH BANK
Wednesday, January 22, 2020
Thursday, January 9, 2020
OBSESSIONS
NO, I'M NOT OBSESSED WITH ANY THING IN PARTICULAR. AND IF I HAVE SOME OBSESSIONS THERE ARE SOME THINGS THAT I AM NOT OBSESSED WITH; NAMELY
1. I am not, and never have been obsessed with movie stars or other performers.
2. I am not, and never have been obsessed with sports figures.
3. I am not, and never have been obsessed with politicians.
4. I am not, and never have been obsessed with British Royalty.
5. Now, having said that, I will say this. I can admire some movie stars or other performers for their talent to entertain me. Be it drama, song and dance or comedy.
6. I can admire some sports stars for their ability to play at a certain level of excellence in whatever sport they are involved in.
7. I rarely admire any politician for much of any reason, but really can't stand most of them that are in office today.
8. I will admit up front that I know very little of the purpose of British Royalty. Seems to me that England is governed by a Prime Minister and a Parliament and the Royalty has little to do with it. They are just there doing whatever they do and living off of the people. I'll be the first to admit that I can be very incorrect on this, but it seems that way to me. Now, Harry and Megan have decided to back out of their royal duties, whatever that may be and it has put the country in a turmoil. Well, Megan is not royalty, ( really, who is ) but an actress from somewhere. Kate is also not royalty but seems to be fitting in quite well, since her husband will be King someday. Harry won't be King, so what difference does it make if he plays the royal game or not. Well, except for the millions he collects for be UH Well Royal. If the Queen decides to let him be just a person, then he will have to get a job. Maybe he can move to Hawaii and get a job flying tourists around in a Helicopter.
9. I was trying to avoid the subject of politicians, but I feel the need to comment on this. The house found items to impeach President Trump. They spent weeks doing what they wanted and set their rules of impeachment. Now, they won't send those articles to the Senate unless the Senate plays by the rules set by the house. UM Nancy, it don't work that way. You investigated and found evidence, now send it to the senate for a trial and let them decide.
10. An Iranian general has been attacking American properties and ships and other tings and killing Americans for about 20 years. Why are so many Americans against President Trump because he authorized the military to take him out. I do not want a war with Iran or any one else. ..... But we can't just turn the other cheek every time they attack us or we will soon be out of cheeks. A little push back should be a good thing, in the long run.
11. I am much more concerned with the things that the politicians, local, county, state and federal, are doing than I am with what is happening in Iran or North Korea or even China. Friends and neighbors, lets pay attention to what is going on in our local governments and do something there.
AND THAT IS MY THOUGHTS TO START THE NEW YEAR. IT IS 2020 SO HOPEFULLY THE VIEW FROM THE DITCH BANK WILL BE A CLEARER VISION.
1. I am not, and never have been obsessed with movie stars or other performers.
2. I am not, and never have been obsessed with sports figures.
3. I am not, and never have been obsessed with politicians.
4. I am not, and never have been obsessed with British Royalty.
5. Now, having said that, I will say this. I can admire some movie stars or other performers for their talent to entertain me. Be it drama, song and dance or comedy.
6. I can admire some sports stars for their ability to play at a certain level of excellence in whatever sport they are involved in.
7. I rarely admire any politician for much of any reason, but really can't stand most of them that are in office today.
8. I will admit up front that I know very little of the purpose of British Royalty. Seems to me that England is governed by a Prime Minister and a Parliament and the Royalty has little to do with it. They are just there doing whatever they do and living off of the people. I'll be the first to admit that I can be very incorrect on this, but it seems that way to me. Now, Harry and Megan have decided to back out of their royal duties, whatever that may be and it has put the country in a turmoil. Well, Megan is not royalty, ( really, who is ) but an actress from somewhere. Kate is also not royalty but seems to be fitting in quite well, since her husband will be King someday. Harry won't be King, so what difference does it make if he plays the royal game or not. Well, except for the millions he collects for be UH Well Royal. If the Queen decides to let him be just a person, then he will have to get a job. Maybe he can move to Hawaii and get a job flying tourists around in a Helicopter.
9. I was trying to avoid the subject of politicians, but I feel the need to comment on this. The house found items to impeach President Trump. They spent weeks doing what they wanted and set their rules of impeachment. Now, they won't send those articles to the Senate unless the Senate plays by the rules set by the house. UM Nancy, it don't work that way. You investigated and found evidence, now send it to the senate for a trial and let them decide.
10. An Iranian general has been attacking American properties and ships and other tings and killing Americans for about 20 years. Why are so many Americans against President Trump because he authorized the military to take him out. I do not want a war with Iran or any one else. ..... But we can't just turn the other cheek every time they attack us or we will soon be out of cheeks. A little push back should be a good thing, in the long run.
11. I am much more concerned with the things that the politicians, local, county, state and federal, are doing than I am with what is happening in Iran or North Korea or even China. Friends and neighbors, lets pay attention to what is going on in our local governments and do something there.
AND THAT IS MY THOUGHTS TO START THE NEW YEAR. IT IS 2020 SO HOPEFULLY THE VIEW FROM THE DITCH BANK WILL BE A CLEARER VISION.
Tuesday, December 24, 2019
Merry Christmas
AND A MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ONE AND ALL FROM THE DITCH BANK.
As I sit here this morning, December 24, it is trying to storm and not succeeding very well. We do have a light sheen of moisture on the pavement out side and the temperature is in the high 30's to the low 40's and the wind is just barely stirring. However, at this writing, the bulk of the storm is still to the west of us in Arizona and is not supposed to be here for another two hours or so, so we can hope to yet see some moisture from all the clouds hovering over head.
Speaking of stirring; I was watching the morning news and the reports were coming in of the several shoppers already out and about, making last minute purchases and I can only get my mornings exercise by rolling my eyes and shaking my head. After all these people have known that Christmas was coming for 364 days and to put off Christmas shopping to the last minute like that leaves one just having to wonder. With shelves getting empty, to some extant, the choices left would be minimal it seems to me. Some of the people interviewed said they were getting gift cards. Well, duh! if that is all you were getting any way, why not just do that weeks ago and save the last minute hassle. And all those businesses staying open late and opening early to try to snag every shopper dollar they can, the frenzy has almost over shadowed the real purpose why we celebrate this time of year.
I saw a post on face book this morning about people discussing just when Christ was born and one Christian lady commented that it doesn't matter when his birthday actually was, this is the time and tomorrow is the day that we celebrate His birth. So yes, amidst all the frenzy to find that perfect gift and the last minute rush to get every thing done, just pause and reflect on the real reason that has brought all this frenzy about and take a deep breath, and relax and reflect on who and what we are celebrating. Visit with family and check on friends and those who may be suffering or grieving at this time of year. As we go about our joyful way, remember that not every one is happy and joyful at this time of year. Offer them friendship and a balm if you are able to do so. A listening ear is often the best gift that some may actually want or need. A little of your time costs nothing or at the most very little, yet is so often over looked or neglected in the above mentioned frenzy to find the perfect gift.
When you reach the age that I have been fortunate to reach, you realize that the getting of material gifts are not always the best gifts. Your hope for family and friends to happy and above all healthy, and many are not, is often the best of gifts. I hope any one who may actually read this is happy and healthy and will have a great 2020.
AND THAT IS THE VIEW AND WISH FROM THE DITCH BANK
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR
As I sit here this morning, December 24, it is trying to storm and not succeeding very well. We do have a light sheen of moisture on the pavement out side and the temperature is in the high 30's to the low 40's and the wind is just barely stirring. However, at this writing, the bulk of the storm is still to the west of us in Arizona and is not supposed to be here for another two hours or so, so we can hope to yet see some moisture from all the clouds hovering over head.
Speaking of stirring; I was watching the morning news and the reports were coming in of the several shoppers already out and about, making last minute purchases and I can only get my mornings exercise by rolling my eyes and shaking my head. After all these people have known that Christmas was coming for 364 days and to put off Christmas shopping to the last minute like that leaves one just having to wonder. With shelves getting empty, to some extant, the choices left would be minimal it seems to me. Some of the people interviewed said they were getting gift cards. Well, duh! if that is all you were getting any way, why not just do that weeks ago and save the last minute hassle. And all those businesses staying open late and opening early to try to snag every shopper dollar they can, the frenzy has almost over shadowed the real purpose why we celebrate this time of year.
I saw a post on face book this morning about people discussing just when Christ was born and one Christian lady commented that it doesn't matter when his birthday actually was, this is the time and tomorrow is the day that we celebrate His birth. So yes, amidst all the frenzy to find that perfect gift and the last minute rush to get every thing done, just pause and reflect on the real reason that has brought all this frenzy about and take a deep breath, and relax and reflect on who and what we are celebrating. Visit with family and check on friends and those who may be suffering or grieving at this time of year. As we go about our joyful way, remember that not every one is happy and joyful at this time of year. Offer them friendship and a balm if you are able to do so. A listening ear is often the best gift that some may actually want or need. A little of your time costs nothing or at the most very little, yet is so often over looked or neglected in the above mentioned frenzy to find the perfect gift.
When you reach the age that I have been fortunate to reach, you realize that the getting of material gifts are not always the best gifts. Your hope for family and friends to happy and above all healthy, and many are not, is often the best of gifts. I hope any one who may actually read this is happy and healthy and will have a great 2020.
AND THAT IS THE VIEW AND WISH FROM THE DITCH BANK
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR
Thursday, November 28, 2019
Today's Thoughts for Thanksgiving
TODAY IS THANKSGIVING DAY 2019. HAPPY THANKSGIVING DAY TO ANYONE WHO MAY HAPPEN ON TO THIS BLOG AND ACTUALLY READY IT.
For today I am going to make just a couple of comments, AKA, thoughts of the day and then post and get off.
1. I am thankful for what I have. My house is not the best, and not what I would desire to have, but so far it is intact and warm and for that I am thankful. We have had rain for nearly 22 hours now, with a little snow during the past evening that didn't last long and the temperature is not unbearable. There are so many suffering on this day from illness, storms much worse that the one I just mentioned, earthquakes and fires and floods. So far, I and mine, mostly, have been spared from the bulk of these disasters. Our family has been blessed with two new babies (great grandbabies for us) and there are three more to be born in the next few months. Always grateful and thankful for family, even though we may not get together very often, because of distance and work and school etc. So, on this Thanksgiving day, I am thankful most of all for my knowledge of the plan of Salvation that our Father in Heaven put in place before the earth was formed and the family of Man was placed here in the Garden of Eden and Adam and Eve began this family that we all belong to. Have a great day.
2. With all that being said, I have to mention the New York City Macy day Parade. We watched it as a family as our children were growing up and we acquired a TV set. We always enjoyed watching it, so today I turned on the TV and it was off the air. OK No Problem. Later in the morning I turned it on and it was back on the air and the Parade was in progress. BUT, I couldn't see the parade for the TV station "Personalities" being in the way. I didn't turn to the parade just to watch Savana and Hoda and Al. So I turned to another channel. Yep, they had the parade on but you couldn't see the parade for the TV personalities talking about the great football game that was coming on later today and the players and how great they are blah blah blah. So I turned to another channel to watch something else and hope the parade was good and that someone got to enjoy it. Maybe I'm just to old to be enamored with the various TV entities and what most people watch these days.
AND THAT'S THE VIEW FROM THE DITCH BANK
For today I am going to make just a couple of comments, AKA, thoughts of the day and then post and get off.
1. I am thankful for what I have. My house is not the best, and not what I would desire to have, but so far it is intact and warm and for that I am thankful. We have had rain for nearly 22 hours now, with a little snow during the past evening that didn't last long and the temperature is not unbearable. There are so many suffering on this day from illness, storms much worse that the one I just mentioned, earthquakes and fires and floods. So far, I and mine, mostly, have been spared from the bulk of these disasters. Our family has been blessed with two new babies (great grandbabies for us) and there are three more to be born in the next few months. Always grateful and thankful for family, even though we may not get together very often, because of distance and work and school etc. So, on this Thanksgiving day, I am thankful most of all for my knowledge of the plan of Salvation that our Father in Heaven put in place before the earth was formed and the family of Man was placed here in the Garden of Eden and Adam and Eve began this family that we all belong to. Have a great day.
2. With all that being said, I have to mention the New York City Macy day Parade. We watched it as a family as our children were growing up and we acquired a TV set. We always enjoyed watching it, so today I turned on the TV and it was off the air. OK No Problem. Later in the morning I turned it on and it was back on the air and the Parade was in progress. BUT, I couldn't see the parade for the TV station "Personalities" being in the way. I didn't turn to the parade just to watch Savana and Hoda and Al. So I turned to another channel. Yep, they had the parade on but you couldn't see the parade for the TV personalities talking about the great football game that was coming on later today and the players and how great they are blah blah blah. So I turned to another channel to watch something else and hope the parade was good and that someone got to enjoy it. Maybe I'm just to old to be enamored with the various TV entities and what most people watch these days.
AND THAT'S THE VIEW FROM THE DITCH BANK
Thursday, October 31, 2019
TODAY'S THOUGHTS
I MAY HAVE TO JUST TITLE EACH OF MY POSTS WITH THAT TITLE; TODAY'S THOUGHTS. Even thought I will not be posting every day, when I do, that will be my thought for that day, even if I had the thought a week or so ago. So, here is the thought for today.
I mentioned a while back that if the Democrats wanted a good candidate that I, a Republican, could consider voting for, look at the congresswoman from Hawaii. Namely, Tulsi Gabbard. However, she is so far back in the polls that she is not likely to qualify to even be on a debate stage. Then, out of the blue, she is mentioned by Hillary, of all people. And what did Hillary have to say? Why she said that Gabbard was being groomed by the Russians for her run for President. Now, why would Hillary even say that. In my sceptical mind, I really have to wonder why, since Tulsi was so far behind in the polls. Does Hillary actually like her and was trying to bring her into the focus of the american public? Or was there something else going on that was getting to close to her, Hillary, and she was trying to divert attention away from her. Hadn't heard any thing, but that doesn't mean there wasn't something there. The talking heads don't report every thing that is going on so I wonder.
I have one more thought for today. Sometime back Matt Lauer was fired by NBC for sexual impropriety. Now, lets back up a few years. Ann Curry was promoted to be a co anchor with Matt Lauer in a time when co anchors were moving around. She didn't last long before she was no longer employed by NBC. Not a lot was said about why, but there was an indication that she didn't get along with Lauer. Now, just a couple of weeks go, Matt Lauer was mentioned in a news item on NBC and a list of improprieties was reported on by his friends that now hold the job he was fired from. Meredith Vieira who worked with Matt and seemingly got along with him, was told by the woman who reported Matt to the powers that be first told her story to Meredith, and was advised by her to report him. She did and he was gone. Now, in the recent story on the news, Apparently Ann Curry tried to report him back when she worked with him and that resulted in her termination from NBC. while some didn't, I liked Ann and suspected that Matt was the reason for her termination. Now that that has come out for public consumption, I feel that NBC owes her at the least an apology. A public apology.
I guess that is enough for today from THE VIEW FROM THE DITCH BANK
I mentioned a while back that if the Democrats wanted a good candidate that I, a Republican, could consider voting for, look at the congresswoman from Hawaii. Namely, Tulsi Gabbard. However, she is so far back in the polls that she is not likely to qualify to even be on a debate stage. Then, out of the blue, she is mentioned by Hillary, of all people. And what did Hillary have to say? Why she said that Gabbard was being groomed by the Russians for her run for President. Now, why would Hillary even say that. In my sceptical mind, I really have to wonder why, since Tulsi was so far behind in the polls. Does Hillary actually like her and was trying to bring her into the focus of the american public? Or was there something else going on that was getting to close to her, Hillary, and she was trying to divert attention away from her. Hadn't heard any thing, but that doesn't mean there wasn't something there. The talking heads don't report every thing that is going on so I wonder.
I have one more thought for today. Sometime back Matt Lauer was fired by NBC for sexual impropriety. Now, lets back up a few years. Ann Curry was promoted to be a co anchor with Matt Lauer in a time when co anchors were moving around. She didn't last long before she was no longer employed by NBC. Not a lot was said about why, but there was an indication that she didn't get along with Lauer. Now, just a couple of weeks go, Matt Lauer was mentioned in a news item on NBC and a list of improprieties was reported on by his friends that now hold the job he was fired from. Meredith Vieira who worked with Matt and seemingly got along with him, was told by the woman who reported Matt to the powers that be first told her story to Meredith, and was advised by her to report him. She did and he was gone. Now, in the recent story on the news, Apparently Ann Curry tried to report him back when she worked with him and that resulted in her termination from NBC. while some didn't, I liked Ann and suspected that Matt was the reason for her termination. Now that that has come out for public consumption, I feel that NBC owes her at the least an apology. A public apology.
I guess that is enough for today from THE VIEW FROM THE DITCH BANK
Friday, October 18, 2019
SOME THINGS POLITICAL
AND MAYBE A FEW OTHER THINGS. MAYBE
This is something I have been thinking about for a while. President Trump apparently called for Joe Biden's son to be investigated for something that was done while Joe was vice president. Something to do with the Ukraine.
Then something he did with China. So, a couple of comments from my little brain.
1. While Joe was vice president his son traveled with him to the Ukraine on Air Force two and somehow became a millionaire as a board members of some Ukraine business or something.
2. Hunter Biden then traveled with his dad, the vice president, to China and got to be a board member of a business there also and made a few more millions. Hunter has said, now that the news is out, that he will resign from the board in China. Not sure if that is imminent, or if his dad is elected President.
3. Good Ol' Joe and the democratic house immediately called for President Trump to be impeached because of pressure he put on the Ukrainian president. Trying to get them to investigate the Bidens.
4. My final thoughts on this. IF and I said IF the Bidens did nothing wrong, as they claim, I would think they would welcome this investigation. That would prove that they did nothing wrong and do a lot more toward Trump not getting re elected than what is actually going on. regardless of my or any one elses opinion, a lot of American's are getting tired of the constant onslaught against the President and the millions of tax dollars that are being used to do so and so far with minimum results. And nothing getting done except to cause a divide among the people.
5. So investigate. If Trump did something wrong, that is impeachable, then impeach him. If bidens did something wrong, then do what ever the law allows in that regard. But don't just assume Trump is wrong and Biden is not. After all, the fact that his son traveled with him on a government plane to a foreign country, or country's, and then became a board member of a company in that country and is being paid millions to do so, is, in my eyes, very suspect.
AND THAT'S THE VIEW FROM THE DITCH BANK
This is something I have been thinking about for a while. President Trump apparently called for Joe Biden's son to be investigated for something that was done while Joe was vice president. Something to do with the Ukraine.
Then something he did with China. So, a couple of comments from my little brain.
1. While Joe was vice president his son traveled with him to the Ukraine on Air Force two and somehow became a millionaire as a board members of some Ukraine business or something.
2. Hunter Biden then traveled with his dad, the vice president, to China and got to be a board member of a business there also and made a few more millions. Hunter has said, now that the news is out, that he will resign from the board in China. Not sure if that is imminent, or if his dad is elected President.
3. Good Ol' Joe and the democratic house immediately called for President Trump to be impeached because of pressure he put on the Ukrainian president. Trying to get them to investigate the Bidens.
4. My final thoughts on this. IF and I said IF the Bidens did nothing wrong, as they claim, I would think they would welcome this investigation. That would prove that they did nothing wrong and do a lot more toward Trump not getting re elected than what is actually going on. regardless of my or any one elses opinion, a lot of American's are getting tired of the constant onslaught against the President and the millions of tax dollars that are being used to do so and so far with minimum results. And nothing getting done except to cause a divide among the people.
5. So investigate. If Trump did something wrong, that is impeachable, then impeach him. If bidens did something wrong, then do what ever the law allows in that regard. But don't just assume Trump is wrong and Biden is not. After all, the fact that his son traveled with him on a government plane to a foreign country, or country's, and then became a board member of a company in that country and is being paid millions to do so, is, in my eyes, very suspect.
AND THAT'S THE VIEW FROM THE DITCH BANK
Wednesday, October 2, 2019
JUST A FEW THINGS I WONDER ABOUT
I SEE THINGS IN TOWN OR ON THE NEWS AND JUST HAVE TO SHAKE MY HEAD IN WONDER. Sometimes I have to really wonder what is going to become of the world and the population thereof, and then I remember who is in charge and that we have been told how the end will be and I know that the younger generation is going to be OK. At least for the most part. That being said, lets look at a couple of things.
1. I was raised eating what we called Spanish or Mexican food. I don't know, really, what they eat in Spain, but have learned enough about Mexican food to know that mostly what we eat is Southwest type Mexican food. I also have seen and heard enough on the news and on TV to know that people all over are eating what we call Mexican food. Well, kinda. They all know what a Taco or a Burrito is, even though I wouldn't eat some of what they call Tacos. But I never hear any one on the TV, hardly ever, mention Enchilada's or Tamales. Which is a good thing, in my opinion. They have messed up Taco's and Burritos enough already.
2. California's governor signed a bill that will allow college athletes to be paid to play. While he and LeBron James thinks this will be a good thing, I can't help but see problems for the future of college athletics. And colleges that can't pay students or have a student athlete that is good enough to get an endorsement. Although you know it is going to happen, I would hope that other States didn't follow California's lead on this.
3. Tesla. Need I say more? Probably not, but I will. Saw on the news that Tesla is coming out with an upgrade to their self driving car. As if the self driving car is not bad enough, now they are adding a feature that lets you call it to you if you are within 200 feet of the car. Yep, people will be naming their cars Fido and calling it to come to them. Tests though, so far, have proven to less than successful and some close calls have happened during those tests. One car even did a right turn onto a grassy area. I shudder to think what will happen if they ever turn them loose on the streets. Probably will get into a standoff with a smart garbage can. Which brings me to number
5. Also on the news this morning was a report about a smart garbage can. It is programmed to know when garbage day is and can take itself to the curb and ready itself for garbage pickup. Next I guess Tesla will come out with a self driving garbage truck to pick up these self motivating garbage cans and then we the people won't have to be involved with garbage in any way. Guess we just need to find a way for Alexa to take the garbage for us and put it in the can.
I have to feel that the younger generation is getting lazier and lazier and so I have to refer back to my opening statement and decide maybe not all of them, any way.
6. We have hummingbirds visit our house from early summer to early fall. Lots of hummingbirds at times. We often have as many as 5 or more feeders hanging somewhere in the front or back of the house. They eat all day from dawn to dusk. We have been filling the feeders in the evening after they quit for the day. Recently we noticed that one of the feeders in the back was empty every morning. So we started watching and it looked like Bats were feeding there. After some research, we discovered that there is a Bat that actually feeds on nectar like humming birds do and will eat from a humming bird feeder. We don't have a Belfry but if we did we would have Bats in our Belfry.
AND THAT'S THE VIEW FROM THE DITCH BANK
1. I was raised eating what we called Spanish or Mexican food. I don't know, really, what they eat in Spain, but have learned enough about Mexican food to know that mostly what we eat is Southwest type Mexican food. I also have seen and heard enough on the news and on TV to know that people all over are eating what we call Mexican food. Well, kinda. They all know what a Taco or a Burrito is, even though I wouldn't eat some of what they call Tacos. But I never hear any one on the TV, hardly ever, mention Enchilada's or Tamales. Which is a good thing, in my opinion. They have messed up Taco's and Burritos enough already.
2. California's governor signed a bill that will allow college athletes to be paid to play. While he and LeBron James thinks this will be a good thing, I can't help but see problems for the future of college athletics. And colleges that can't pay students or have a student athlete that is good enough to get an endorsement. Although you know it is going to happen, I would hope that other States didn't follow California's lead on this.
3. Tesla. Need I say more? Probably not, but I will. Saw on the news that Tesla is coming out with an upgrade to their self driving car. As if the self driving car is not bad enough, now they are adding a feature that lets you call it to you if you are within 200 feet of the car. Yep, people will be naming their cars Fido and calling it to come to them. Tests though, so far, have proven to less than successful and some close calls have happened during those tests. One car even did a right turn onto a grassy area. I shudder to think what will happen if they ever turn them loose on the streets. Probably will get into a standoff with a smart garbage can. Which brings me to number
5. Also on the news this morning was a report about a smart garbage can. It is programmed to know when garbage day is and can take itself to the curb and ready itself for garbage pickup. Next I guess Tesla will come out with a self driving garbage truck to pick up these self motivating garbage cans and then we the people won't have to be involved with garbage in any way. Guess we just need to find a way for Alexa to take the garbage for us and put it in the can.
I have to feel that the younger generation is getting lazier and lazier and so I have to refer back to my opening statement and decide maybe not all of them, any way.
6. We have hummingbirds visit our house from early summer to early fall. Lots of hummingbirds at times. We often have as many as 5 or more feeders hanging somewhere in the front or back of the house. They eat all day from dawn to dusk. We have been filling the feeders in the evening after they quit for the day. Recently we noticed that one of the feeders in the back was empty every morning. So we started watching and it looked like Bats were feeding there. After some research, we discovered that there is a Bat that actually feeds on nectar like humming birds do and will eat from a humming bird feeder. We don't have a Belfry but if we did we would have Bats in our Belfry.
AND THAT'S THE VIEW FROM THE DITCH BANK
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