On Politics
Interesting how members of Congress are quick to criticize President Obama’s funding request for the Central American children at the border, yet providing zero funding solutions.
Boo to Attorney General Eric Holder acknowledging Nincompoop’s call for impeachment
House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) represents a district just northwest of Cincinnati, so we much news about him. This week he had a guest column in the Cincinnati Enquirer. Not only did I not read it, I did not link it here.
Although partisan, I enjoyed this piece regarding the race for governor in Kansas, in which a current poll shows the Democratic challenger leading by 6% in a very Republican state.
On This Week’s Headlines from The Onion
Beard husks on sidewalk indicates start of hipster molting season
Man needs verbal assurance that hand stamp will get him back in
Study finds humans only animals capable of recognizing former self in mirror
Giant 6-year old devastates local ant community
Deadly super rainbow tears through West Coast
Putting ice cream in bowl momentarily considered
Interesting Reads
Columnist Dana Milbank on ADD politics
A disconnect between job requirements and worker skills
Brain Codes
General Patton motivational posters
Rise and fall of WW II’s Desert Fox
Cold Comfort: Granita
On Potpourri
Cheers to everyone for excellent participation in Life: The Musical – Act 7 (School). I hope to stage the next act in two weeks.
Friday is Nelson Mandela International Day, so I hope you watch this short tribute.
The Faraday Institute gives one-minute video to stimulate thought
I have a graduate school degree from the University of Cincinnati. A recent alumni magazine provided two sets of images readers to enjoy.
Your weekend celebrations
- (Fri) Caviar Day, Nelson Mandela International Day, Stick Out Your Tongue Day, Cow Appreciation Day, Sidewalk Frying Day
- (Sat) Celebration of the Horse Day, Toss Away the Could-Haves and Should-Haves Day, Hot Dog Day, Ugly Truck Day, Woodie Wagon Day, Ride a Motorcycle to Work Day
- (Sun) Lake Superior Day, Moon Day, Ice Cream Day, Lollipop Day, Space Exploration Day, Hammock Day, Jump Day, Vanilla Ice Cream Day, Ice Cream Sundae Day, Ice Cream Soda Day, Daiquiri Day, Fortune Cookie Day, Nap Day
Another Saturday Morning Classic Cartoons is ready for Saturday!
To send you into the weekend, I’m following the theme of the latest act of Life: The Musical. Enjoy 38 Special’s Teacher, Teacher. Have a safe weekend and in the words of Garrison Keillor, Be well, do good work, and keep in touch.
A Frank Angle 
Reblogged this on By the Mighty Mumford and commented:
FROM ANOTHER PORTION OF THE FIELD…!
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The children at the border is such a heart-breaking issue, isn’t it? Then again, so much in the news is heart-breaking. I haven’t listened to too much of it this past week nor read the paper. That’s probably just as well.
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Carrie,
Between the Mexican border news and the latest airliner incident, very sad. Meanwhile, best of luck with your situation .. .be strong!
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Thank you.
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Thanks for the reminder about Mandela International Day and that great tribute video. The Faraday video was provocative as well. But I think my greatest thanks this week go to your not listing of the link to Boehner’s guest column! Have a good weekend.
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Patti,
A friend of mine told me he wishes he wouldn’t have read it. Glad you enjoyed the Mandela tribute … short with a strong message.
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Hand stamps are pesky critters
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GFB,
I wonder about these two questions about hand stamps: Is The Illuminati are involved? Would the post office deliver?
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Definitely illuminati not sure about the post
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That’s what I thought.
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Looking forward to cartoon Saturday!
Happy weekend ahead, Frank! 🙂
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Marina,
And by now, you’ve seen it. 🙂
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I’m torn as to which I like better Baldwin Hall or the Van Wormer Hall glass dome. The dark wood in Baldwin, and the glass dome are just gorgeous.
May I ask what your graduate degree is in? Have a lovely weekend Frank.
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Catherine,
Glad someone look at the UC pics .. and cheers to you enjoying them. My graduate degree is a Masters in Industrial Relations.
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Oh my goodness, you are one smart cookie.
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Very interesting study, but I never professionally used it. Oh well.
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Even still, a smart cookie.
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Well thank you …. but I’m more of a practical type than an academic … although I enjoy learning.
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Interesting article on the ADD media (they primarily blame the politicians themselves… chicken or the egg, really). It actually gives me some hope — perhaps we can move into a cycle where there is a brief spotlight of hyper-attention, then as the spotlight moves away people can actually move in and fix the issue in the common-sense fashion so incongruent with media attention.
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Twixt,
Glad you have hope because in this climate, I don’t see it … and we know the politicians talk in circles.
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Politics %(&*$%^$&^^(*)_&*&$@$!
Nice tribute video to Nelson Mandela.
May he continue to rest in peace.
And – may more people than not follow his lead.
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RoSy,
Amen to your Mandela comment … well, and to the one about politics as well. 🙂
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Everyone is picking on hipsters lately. lol! Have a look at this one, Frank, if you get a chance:
http://lettucefold.com/2014/06/30/hipster-finds-lifestyle-too-expensive-reverts-back-to-mainstream/
Have a great weekend! 🙂
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Robin,
Great article about Derek Loy … and perfect timing as well.
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Interesting reads this week Frank, thanks. Really liked both short videos, especially the Mandela, it was nice.
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Val,
Regarding the Mandela video, I was looking for something short and with a strong message … and I think that one delivered!
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Such a beautiful tribute to Mandela! Not many apostles for peace left on this earth, are there?
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Madhu,
“Apostles of Peace” … outstanding title … so much so I had to capitalize. Many thanks!!!
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Of the Onions I can see how this could strike terror in the population of in California, “Deadly super rainbow tears through West Coast”.
Btw, Stick out your tongue it’s caviar day??? How approproate.
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appropriate even, sorry 😦
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Fasab,
Great combo quote!
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Wish Congress would focus on improving situations rather than wasting time with silly lawsuits that are meaningless.
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Mouse,
This Congress (as well as the last two) are beyond pathetic!
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No longer are there those who will find common ground and do what’s best for country. Congress is now a life long career choice and way to make tons of money…so they must please everyone/lobby group, so no one is pleased and nothing of substance is done
But you know this. Sigh.
On a cheerier note, we really appreciate all your efforts to find reasons/days to celebrate – and music to play along – might as well smile
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… and the partisans are just as short sided … and yes … we need the celebrations days as a diversion.
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