I did not plan to start the day like this, but I just discovered something that I had to share. With that in mind, here is a cheap rendition of Opinions in the Shorts, which I hope returns next week.
Speaking of next week, things may return to normal here! … Maybe.
For those who have enjoyed my photos of Italy, Christine’s images of her trip last fall are fabulous. Here is an index of her posts. Well done, Christine (a fellow Cincinnatian)!
I appreciate this Kathleen Parker column about Republicans in Name Only.
Cincinnati Reds Opening Day is less than a month away.
Click to see whom the people want as the next pope.
Hansi has a great sense of humor. Well, some say “sick” is a better descriptor. Nonetheless, his creation myth is a hoot.
This fun video from my local news this morning sparked this spontaneous post … and it’s totally a capella. Enjoy the effort by a young South Korean. Have a good and safe weekend. Be well, do good work, and keep in touch.
A Frank Angle 
Hi there Wish you a lovely weekend too 🙂
will check out the links now.
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Soma,
Hello to one of Delhi’s best! Make sure you watch the video. Hope all is well.
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Amazing video! Now going over to see who the people want as pope.
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Oh, goodness gracious. You got me.
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Georgette,
Glad you appreciated both the video and the thoughts about the next pope.
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You just never know. Happy Friday.
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Rich,
Never know what?
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Have a beautiful weekend… and I agree with Rich, we never know…
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Shimon,
How true … but I started my weekend with your wonderful tribute to your father. Thank you!
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I love this video clip… have a good one Frank.. must go and see who they think will be the next Pope.. will have to select someone under retirement age …
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Bulldog,
After I saw this video, I figure it will get hits like a fire going out of control. So thought it’s link to it around 250,000 hits. Meanwhile, polls are clear about who the next pope should be.
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After commenting I popped on over and just loved what I found… I must admit it was not quite what I expected but loved it…
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Cheers! … and as you now know, the polls are clear.
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Seriously, it’s almost baseball season. Wow!
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TBM,
Spring training is well underway. Yankees are being hit with injuries and my Reds have lost twice as many as they’ve won … thus hopefully getting them out of the way.
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Ah, Frank, great cheap edition, my friend. Hansi’s post had me laughing out loud first thing in the morning – quite a feat. Loved the “I Wish” video – clever and joyful. The interesting thing is that Stevie Wonder played most of the instruments on his own pieces (drums, keyboards, and a few others) and sang all of the parts, so it was fun to see someone else take on the tradition in a new way. Thanks for sharing and enjoy your weekend!
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Lynn,
Wow … I didn’t know that about Stevie Wonder! Thanks!!! Glad you enjoyed Hansi’s piece because it had me laughing as well.
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“Without music, life would be a mistake.” Nietzsche
No mistake here!! Brilliant!!
Thanks, Frank, for that a capella share….et.al.
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Jots,
Great quote … and glad you enjoyed the music!
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A Hoot? I think it’s the gospel truth 🙂
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Hansi,
Absolutely … and I hope you get more visitors to read this epic Book of Hansi.
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He’s brilliant! Thanks for that, Frank! Wishing you a wonderful weekend, too.
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Victoria,
Glad to jump start your weekend with this.
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Wow! That video is AMAZING!
Hope you have a great weekend Frank!
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Alex,
Interesting talent for sure. Figuring hits will be crazy soon, thought I would get on the bandwagon early.
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alex is right! what will they think of next.
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Erin,
Welcome first-time commenter, but frequent visitor! I wonder how much time it took him! Meanwhile, Alex is always right. 😉
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i wanted to say what alex said , but it was already said.
that what i was wondering too. lol.. that must have taken forever,
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LOL … that’s ok … good senses of humor here.
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lol.. invisible keys. i typed that was what , but the what didn’t appear.
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Invisible keys … ha ha … I ring handbells and we call them silent rings …. the hand swings out to ring, and then nothing.
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lol.oh no.
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It simply happens.
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I will try to get the video to play later. YouTube is not cooperating… And my comment on your next post is:
I love all the insets on the Duomo door. What are the two scenes depicted in the large relief about the halfway point?
Are the buttresses in the next picture gargoyles?
What happened?
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Red,
I accidentally hit the Publish button and didn’t realize for about 10 minutes … it’s now back in draft to return next week. Sorry about that.
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Love the video! Thanks for sharing and have yourself a good weekend.
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Roller,
Cheers to leading you into the weekend with this! Hope all is well.
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Such a sweet thing to do. Thank you, Frank.
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Christine,
I loved that index post, thus hope others visit the treats that you provide.
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Brilliant video first of all… one of my favorite tracks too. I’m not a bigger fan of the Catholic Church and I think a dog will do a great job, to be honest …. Sometimes it seems like the Catholic Church think like big companies does … when a top dog is getting a bit difficult to handle they promote him. I hope they will get a younger pope now – somebody that are willing to live in the 2100 century. I don’t mean to be respect less against the Catholic Church – we live in a free world and we are allowed to have our faith in whatever we want and I’m happy for everyone that are safe in their beliefs and faith, but sometimes we forget that after all it’s the people that make a difference to other people, those that put their soul and heart … and without any fear for anything – help those that truly need helps. They have my faith. Have a great weekend now.
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Viveka,
Glad you liked the video and thanks for you thoughts on the Catholic church. Although I’m not Roman Catholic, I linked that article for amusement, and I didn’t intent it to be any commentary on the church body. I simply think it is pretty darn funny. Nonetheless, I appreciate your thoughts and pardon me from engaging in that thought (not that I agree or disagree). 🙂
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Frank, you don’t have to … be for or aganist!
Have a wonderful weekend now – will the dancing shoesbe on??? Have your door post .. to check out too.
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… no problem. We knew ahead of time this would be a non-dancing weekend, but will answer why in the next post. Door post should be coming this week.
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What happen with the doors … nothing to be found.
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… Oh … I inadvertently hit the Publish button, so it was live for about 10 minutes before I realized it. Sorry about that, but it should reappear this week.
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loved the video and as for the next pope, well he would get my vote. ha. wait a minute, i’m not catholic. oh well still would get my vote. Hope your weekend is full of light and love Frank.
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Jackie,
Glad you liked both the video and the next pope link. 🙂
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Okay,, the a-capella kid was a delight. Now on to the links . . .
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Moe,
Hey there … hope all is going well. This is short post to feature the kid, so I had to toss in a few tidbit. I think you would like Hansi’s post.
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Actually reading Hansi right now!
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Moe,
… and I hope you got a good laugh.
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Amazing. That guy is so talented. Really enjoyed the video. xx
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Spiced,
Gotta love this effort from the kid!
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While I have to wait on the video (damn job), I loved the new pope. I’d vote for him.
I don’t know if you got my note on your Doors post — it came up in my reader on my iPhone but not on my desktop. In case you didn’t remove it, you might want to check on what’s going on with it.
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Elyse,
The Doors post was a screw up at my end. I was updating something in it and accidentally Published, so it was live for about 10 minutes before I realized the goof … so I pulled it down to reappear this week. Meanwhile, I knew you would like the papal candidate favored by the masses.
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Happy Weekend Frank!
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Renee,
Absolutely … and I hope yours is well too!
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that video just made me so happy! thanks for sharing that, dear frank. 😀
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Nonnie,
Hey hey … It’s Nonnie, the Queen of Florida’s left coast. Glad you enjoyed this, and keep rolling those cakes.
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Great video, and a pope that can go for walkies..how can he lose???
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Fasab,
Glad you enjoyed the video, and have an understanding of the benefits of the conclave election the people’s fav.
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I’d like to nominate the next pope. My cat would enjoy the cushions, I think, and do a good job of being beatific.
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Beautiful,
Cats would also love to sit in the windows overlooking St. Peter’s Square!
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It’s a little late in my day…night…but I’m glad I didn’t miss out on that video, Frank. Fabulous. And like everyone else, got a good laugh at the Papal dog! I find Hansi very talented…I need to read his “Creation thesis.” I missed that! I hope this weekend proves to be what you need to make the turn and get back to normal this week. 🙂
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Debra,
As a Hansi regular, you know his style, thus I’m sure you will enjoy it. Meanwhile, the people’s choice for the next pope is fairly strong, but will the conclave listen? Glad you enjoyed the video.
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That video is awesome!! Thank you for finding it and sharing it. Loved the article also. Have a wonderful weekend Frank.
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Val,
Cheers to another who enjoys what the kid did in this video!
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That is impressive stuff there, love the video. As for your home town Reds, I do so wish the MLB had never messed with the traditional first game of the season. “Opening Day” being played out at night, on the other side of the world? Bring back Cincy.
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Cayman,
The Reds no longer being the official traditional opener is another reason to hate Bud Selig … as if I need another reason. One thing for sure, the Cincinnati still embraces it’s way of doing it, thus pressing on without the acknowledgement from MLB. Opening Day here is the best in baseball!
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I agree. I’ve had it up to HERE with all of Bud’s ‘gifts’ to the fans (ie: money making propositions).
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He’s pathetic.
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Nice to see you’re back and running Frank.
The video’s amazing. What a talented young singer!
Thanks for the link to Hansi’s creation myth.
” some conservative Christian scholars no longer believe Genesis is true..”
oh man…!
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Rosie,
Back and running while hoping for a full week of posting and visits. Meanwhile, Hansi is Hansi!
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