Monday, September 12, 2022
The Day After 9/11
Sunday, September 11, 2022
Sunday Stealing
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Saturday, September 10, 2022
Saturday 9: No Roots
2) She sings that she moves from place to place, collecting memories. Would you rather travel light and travel often, or put down roots?
3) She can recall all the gates and house numbers of all the places she's lived. Does your current residence have a fence and gate? Did your previous one?
5) Alice is still on the move. Soon she'll be performing throughout Europe. Have you ever had a job that required you to travel? If yes, did you enjoy it?
6) "No Roots" is a favorite of Kelly Clarkson's, who has performed it on tour and on TV. When you think of Kelly, is at as a singer, a judge on The Voice, or as a talk show host?
7) In 2017, when this song was popular, Faye Dunaway made Oscar history by announcing the wrong winner for the biggest award of the night, Best Picture. It wasn't her fault as she was given the wrong envelope, but she's one who made the on-screen flub seen around the world. Have you recently had an embarrassing moment?
8) Wonder Woman was 2017's most popular movie. She was originally introduced in a 1941 DC comic book. Comic books remain a big business. Have you ever been to a comic bookstore?
9) Random question: Is your skin itchy this morning?
Friday, September 09, 2022
Stuff I Want to Remember
Queen Elizabeth of England passed away yesterday at the age of 96. King Charles III now reigns there.
The FBI searched the home of a person who should never have been president in the first place in August.
States rights have consequences even for rich people (Bannon).
The Supreme Court tossed out Roe v. Wade by handing it back to the states.
The redistricting process in most states is gerrymandered.
Republicans have not won the popular vote in about 40 years (I need to look this up).
The policies of Republicans are not popular with the majority.
Hillary Clinton still has power and influence even though she's no longer involved in politics (but her emails!).
The news today is the same as it was 100 years ago, so breathe deep and move on with your life.
What will be, will be.
Thursday, September 08, 2022
Thursday Thirteen
An old switchboard from way back. |
A mortar and pestle used by First Nations Settlers (Native Americans) |
A stand of antique stuff. I didn't pay that close attention to what was on it. |
I think, but am not sure, that this is a spindle or yarn doohickey. |
This is a Chickering piano. See the captioned piece above for its history. |
This small book was in an enclosed case. It's dated 1857. Just note what it says. |
To Have and To Hold was written by Buchanan native Mary Johnston. It was the best-selling book in 1900. It was made into a movie. |
A book presser, used in book binding. |
Antique tea set. |
The desk from the law office of James Breckinridge. |
A bad picture of an article from about 40 years ago that shows the former Museum location. |
The Botetourt County Historic Society has a number of books available, both for sale and for research, if you want to sit and review them. |
The exterior of the new location of the museum. |
Wednesday, September 07, 2022
Why I Still Mask Up
And proud of it.
I don't know why people think they have the right to comment on other people's actions or appearances, especially harmless ones that don't affect them. Now, if I were running my buggy into someone's heels in the store, of course I would expect them to turn around and tell me to stop. I have affected them. But wearing a mask affects no one. I happen to think that when we're in a high transmission area, as we are at the moment, and you don't wear a mask, then you're ignorant and part of the problem, but I don't go around telling people that. I do my thing and move on. Live and let live and all of that.
I wear a mask because I could have Covid and not know it. That's the way it works. I have allergies and I frequently have sinus drainage, a sore throat, and other symptoms that could be Covid. I test myself when things are flaring up, but I don't if I'm feeling ok. But I could be positive and not have tested at the right time.
And I'd be pretty upset if I thought I went out when I shouldn't have, without a mask, and killed somebody's grandma.
Also, I acknowledge there's a degree of feeling safer in a mask for me. I have not picked up every virus and bacterial infection around since I've been wearing masks. My allergies are not as bad if I wear a mask when I'm outside. They may not keep me from getting Covid, but they keep me healthier.
If I see someone obviously sick in the store, I leave. I have sat in the parking lot at the post office for 10 minutes waiting on the crowd to die out when I saw that most of its customers had no mask on. My time, my choice.
My doctor has assured me that the likelihood of my dying from Covid, even with the vaccinations, is higher than average. I have asthma and other underlying health conditions (and I am judged on those, too, though those who judge haven't a clue of my history). I am taking care of myself, and I haven't time to worry about what other people do. (I also am carrying around a letter from my doctor that says I should wear a mask at all times because of my health.)
Accosted!
Monday, September 05, 2022
Unconventional Lives
Sunday, September 04, 2022
Sunday Stealing
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Saturday, September 03, 2022
Saturday 9: Blue Collar Man
1) In this week's song, we hear a job equated with security. Tell us something that gives you a sense of security.
4) The name "Styx" wasn't the top choice of anyone in the band. As founding member Denis DeYoung recalled, "It was the only name none of us hated." Tell us about a recent compromise you made (which TV show to watch, toppings on your pizza, etc.).
5) Labor Day was introduced to celebrate the achievements of the American worker. How many different employers have you had?
6) The first Waffle House was opened on Labor Day, 1955. What's your preference: waffles or pancakes?
7) Labor Day mattress sales are a big business. Experts tells us we can expect to spend $1,000 for a good-quality queen-sized mattress. Will you be buying a new one -- or perhaps making another big-ticket purchase for your home -- before year end?
9) Labor Day is the unofficial start of fall. Have you had any pumpkin spice yet?
Thursday, September 01, 2022
Thursday Thirteen
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
Happiness Challenge - Last Day
Tuesday, August 30, 2022
Up, Up and Away!
Synchronicity
Artemis Journal will fly to the moon with Artemis 1 spaceship
How perfect is this as we launch our 2022 Artemis Journal this week at the Taubman Museum.
Synchronicity is a concept first introduced by analytical psychologist Carl G. Jung "to describe circumstances that appear meaningfully related yet lack a causal connection."
Monday, August 29, 2022
Happiness Monday
Sunday, August 28, 2022
Sunday Stealing
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