2019-01-05 20:28
As always, it’s a busy day here in the CatBox. Store to Door returns next week, so I’m starting to plan my menu. Today and Tomorrow are High Holy Days, as the Church… Read More
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2019-01-05 18:16
Experts in autocracies have pointed out that it is, unfortunately, easy to slip into normalizing the tyrant, hence it is important to hang on to outrage. These incidents which seem to call f… Read More
2019-01-04 20:09
President Donald Trump, aka Fuhrer Drumpfenfarten, has been getting his own way about everything. That is, until yesterday. The 116th session of Congress was sworn-in. They… Read More
2019-01-04 20:08
It’s a busy day here in the CatBox. I predict that it will not be a busy day on the third day after they nail the lid on. TGIF!
Jig Zone Puzzle:
Today’s took me 4:45… Read More
2019-01-04 16:36
Since “Friday Fun” was singled out as causing a “database error” with Google and possibly jeopardizing the site, it will be taking a break to be sure everything is cl… Read More
2019-01-03 20:11
A few years back a new face appeared on the financial services scene. She explained financial services practices in a way that affected me in two ways. For the first time, I unde… Read More
2019-01-03 20:10
It’s another busy day here in the CatBox. Anymore, just preparing my articles, squeezed in at an angle with a bent keyboard tray makes a day busy. Things are about to get i… Read More
2019-01-02 20:36
Here are the results of our “What I’m Getting for Christmas” Poll. Politics Plus Polls are not scientific, because those who respond are not balanced according to de… Read More
2019-01-02 20:35
It’s been a busy day here in the CatBox. I received as notice from Google that, unless I fix a database error, PP articles will not appear in searches. After hours of diggi… Read More
2019-01-01 17:15
May 2019 be completely purrrrfect!
RESIST!! Read More
2019-01-01 17:14
Because the Fuhrer is still Resident, we can look forward to another Crappy New Year, but we have hope for better things. Holiday Hugs!
Jig Zone Puzzle:
Today’s took me 4:00 (ave… Read More
2018-12-31 19:42
At this time of year, we often get a chance to look back, at some of the highlights, or in this case lowlights, of the year. Kelly Eleveld, a Kos staffer wrote an interesting piece on… Read More
2018-12-31 19:41
I’m feeling quite pooped, because yesterday was so busy, and today, it took me a ling time to find stories. Please be careful tonight. My celebration plans are making a few… Read More
2018-12-30 21:27
WWWendy is due shortly, and we have a very busy day. Done. Exhausted Hugs!
Jig Zone Puzzle:
Today’s took me 5:24 (average 6:39). To do it, click here. How did y… Read More
2018-12-29 21:09
Here is the one hundred forty-sixth article in our Republicans on Parade series, featuring individuals who personify what the Republican Party has become. The winner is Republican Tea Party… Read More
2018-12-29 21:08
It’s another busy day here in the CatBox. Safeway.com delivered groceries, and I unpacked and put them away. I worked on my year end paperwork. I took out the garbage… Read More
2018-12-29 18:36
Experts in autocracies have pointed out that it is, unfortunately, easy to slip into normalizing the tyrant, hence it is important to hang on to outrage. These incidents which seem to call f… Read More
2018-12-28 20:02
Since my birth, I have opposed almost all of America’s wars. However, I equally believe that it is our responsibility and privilege to love, honor, and care for our troops becaus… Read More
2018-12-28 20:00
After all yesterday’s craziness, I did not sleep very well, so call this pooped Friday. TGIF Hugs!
Jig Zone Puzzle:
Today’s took me 3:57 (average 5:48). To do it, cli… Read More
2018-12-28 17:31
Having spent most of the week out-of-town enjoying Christmas festivities with my Aunt up in Illinois, this will be on the brief side.
Hat Tip to Joanne for bringing this to my attention:
A n… Read More
2018-12-27 20:05
It’s been a crazy day here in the CatBox. First, my internet connection was down for most of the morning. Second, I had chores to complete. Third, my cannula (the tub… Read More
2018-12-26 20:11
The Senate will soon release a new report that shows how Russia hoodwinked progressives into helping Putin’s Puppet, Donald Trump, take the White House. The Russian trolls and in… Read More
2018-12-26 20:09
Yesterday was a lazy Christmas, but today is a busy one, here in the CatBox. A nurse from my health care company is stopping by. I need to prepare an order for Safeway.com as Sto… Read More
2018-12-25 18:07
This year, once again, I wish you a very Merry Christmas, or whatever holiday is appropriate to your beliefs. I have collected a few Christmas Songs for your enjoyment, and sadl… Read More
2018-12-25 18:05
It’s a lazy Christmas Day, and I have nothing special planned. WWWendy and I are celebrating tomorrow evening, as it’s only fitting that her family gets Christmas Day. &hell…Read More
2018-12-24 20:12
Here is the one hundred forty-fifth article in our Republicans on Parade series, featuring individuals who personify what the Republican Party has become. Republican Supply-side pseudo-Jew… Read More
2018-12-24 20:10
I surprised myself. I actually found a full slate of articles for today. If you’re driving, please stay safe. Holiday hugs!
Jig Zone Puzzle:
Today’s took me 3:3… Read More
2018-12-24 07:06
MSNBC’s Nicolle Wallace is in conversation with former FBI Director James Comey who was fired by Donald Trump on 09 May 2017 because he refused to play ball with Trump. This very… Read More
2018-12-24 07:06
It is Sunday evening and I was so tired after church and lunch that I decided a nap was in order. I finished the updated version of the book “The Making of Donald Trump” by… Read More
2018-12-23 20:39
Wendy is about to arrive and we have a very busy day. We did. I’m pooped.
Jig Zone Puzzle:
Today’s took me 3:26 (average 5:09). To do it, click here. How… Read More
2018-12-23 02:57
Experts in autocracies have pointed out that it is, unfortunately, easy to slip into normalizing the tyrant, hence it is important to hang on to outrage. These incidents which seem to call f… Read More
2018-12-22 18:37
This was Fuhrer Drumpfenfarten a few days ago: Speaking to Democratic leaders Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer in the Oval Office, Trump said on December 11, “I am proud to shut down the… Read More
2018-12-22 18:36
It’s a busy day here in the CatBox, but a slow one for government workers. Today and tomorrow are Holy days in the Church of the Ellipsoid Orb. My Broncos play the Raiders… Read More
2018-12-22 18:36
It’s a busy day here in the CatBox, but a slow one for government workers. Today and tomorrow are Holy days in the Church of the Ellipsoid Orb. My Broncos play the Raiders… Read More
2018-12-21 20:02
It’s a very rare pleasure for me to bestow someone’s very first award. Animae is a denizen of Care2, where she has followed us for over two years. She made a single… Read More
2018-12-21 20:01
I got my blood test results last night. It’s A-1 prime. Tomorrow I will post Samantha Bee’s Christmas Special. After that, I expect things to slow down for Chri… Read More
2018-12-21 16:03
Since we’re now in “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” I decided I would try to keep it seasonal and lighthearted.
So, to start us off, a little boy unwraps the best Chri… Read More
2018-12-20 20:31
I passed my post-hospital medical exam with flying colors. It’s been a long day. I’m very tired, aqnd this is my only article. I expect to be back in the saddle… Read More
2018-12-19 20:53
Here is the one hundred forty-fourth article in our Republicans on Parade series, featuring individuals who personify what the Republican Party has become. Today’s honoree is Republic… Read More
2018-12-19 20:52
It’s another busy day here at the CatBox. An occupational therapist visited this morning. She agreed that the shower in my room is too small to use. Store to Door is… Read More
2018-12-18 21:15
Here is the one hundred forty-third article in our Republicans on Parade series, featuring individuals who personify what the Republican Party has become. Today’s honoree is Republica… Read More
2018-12-18 21:14
I had a dozen chores this morning, so I’m way late and very tired.
Jig Zone Puzzle:
Today’s took me 4:20 (average 5:48). To do it, click here. How did you do?
Fantasy… Read More
2018-12-18 20:40
Well I said I wasn’t going to around for a few days while I studied the new WordPress updates, but the WordPress gods listened and rolled back the updates. Either that or TomCat… Read More
2018-12-17 19:13
Two different families in two different communities are facing imminent deportation for being in the country without the proper documentation. One family has been in the US for over 25… Read More
2018-12-17 19:13
It’s Monday morning — OGIM!!! — and I tried to get this OT out yesterday but couldn’t. It rained here yesterday like there was no tomorrow. We could have… Read More
2018-12-17 18:21
Since he summer of 2017, Sarah Huckabee Sanders has been Press Secretary and Liar in Chief for President Donald Trump, aka Fuhrer Drumpfenfarten. I call her Upchuckabee, because it bes… Read More
2018-12-17 18:20
I’m very busy and very tired, so please pardon my brevity.
Jig Zone Puzzle:
Today’s took me 3:35 (average 5:08). To do it, click here. How did you do.
Short Takes:
Fr… Read More
2018-12-17 01:01
As I suspect for you guys, having done a few posts you get a feel for how long it will take you to get it done. But I was in for a surprise with the newWordPress posting format. … Read More
2018-12-16 23:39
I have been quite distracted lately and shamefully forgot to even look for Sam this week. I hope this will help make it up to everyone. I do remember she has a Christmas special coming, ca… Read More
2018-12-16 22:28
I’m waiting for Wendy to arrive so I can freeze my kitty dingles testing the shower again. ARGH! This is today’s only article from me.
Jig Zone Puzzle:
Today’s… Read More
2018-12-15 23:51
Experts in autocracies have pointed out that it is, unfortunately, easy to slip into normalizing the tyrant, hence it is important to hang on to outrage. These incidents which seem to call f… Read More
2018-12-15 22:24
It is late Saturday morning and I am finishing up today’s post. Unfortunately I was late to rise but the kids are fed and lounging on the floor around my chair so here we go.&nbs&hell…Read More
2018-12-15 18:14
Once upon a time, I used to post the week’s craziest, most evil, greediest, etc. Republican moments almost every week. However, I rarely see them anymore. But Matt Chapman… Read More
2018-12-15 18:13
This is the first time I’ve been half able to post since I moved. The place is 2/3 of what I had, and I have to sit sideways to the keyboard, which tips away from me, because the… Read More
2018-12-14 23:19
Watch President Obama's emotional statement to the nation after 26 people were killed at Sandy Hook, 6 years ago today pic.twitter.com/jdP8QNVhug— NowThis (@nowthisnews) December 14… Read More
2018-12-14 21:55
It is Thursday evening and I am getting a start on the OT because I am getting a haircut Friday morning. It will be great to be able to see the computer screen and keyboard again! &hell…Read More
2018-12-14 17:54
[Few minor updates & format corrections, since WordPress changed their writing software & I’m still on a learning curve]
Nothing makes the Season brighter than the fact that… Read More
2018-12-13 20:49
So we are on the downside of the week whoosing into the weekend with less than 2 weeks until Christmas. The days will undoubtedly pass quickly for the next few weeks. When my Win… Read More
2018-12-12 16:05
TomCat dropped by the site yesterday around noon to say that his move was a nightmare and he would likely be scarce for a few more days. Hopefully, he’ll remember to take i… Read More
2018-12-11 18:49
It’s raining, it’s pouring, the old broad is snoring! Y-a-w-n! I just woke up, fed the kids and now it is time to eat some breakfast myself as I work on tomorrow&rsqu&hell…Read More
2018-12-11 08:54
A SOFT, A HARD OR NO BREXIT? THAT IS THE QUESTION, AGAIN.
Today, Tuesday 11/12/2018, should have been the day British Prime Minister Theresa May would have put the Brexit deal, which she ha… Read More
2018-12-10 22:39
It is mid afternoon and as TC would say, OGIM!!! It has finally “stopped” raining but it is due to start up again tonight and last all week. For me, this is a busy we… Read More
2018-12-10 01:37
It is late Sunday afternoon and I am trying to get this out so I can start on Monday’s OT. It has been raining very hard all day but the previously predicted sleet/snow did not m… Read More
2018-12-08 19:47
I was cruising through YouTube trying to find a particular video when I came across this one. The title intrigued me so I listened in. It is a discussion about Trump which took p… Read More
2018-12-08 19:46
There always seems like so much to do . . . and today is the dreaded task — laundry. At least I’ll get some exercise going down two flights of stairs to the basement and th… Read More
2018-12-08 18:33
Experts in autocracies have pointed out that it is, unfortunately, easy to slip into normalizing the tyrant, hence it is important to hang on to outrage. These incidents which seem to call f… Read More
2018-12-07 20:03
Well it is Friday and the weekend is nigh! For we retirees, every day is a weekend so I am oft reminded by my working friends. Sometimes I am busier now than I was when I was wor… Read More
2018-12-07 17:00
I suppose we can be thankful that the Bush family was gracious enough to extend an invitation to Twitler to attend 41’s funeral – and wise enough to NOT have him speak!
But that… Read More
2018-12-06 19:16
TC will be offline for a few days as he moves. He did provide an “Emergency Update”. Although the move was anticipated, he thought it would be another week before mov… Read More
2018-12-06 04:11
I learned less than three hours ago that I am moving tomorrow and there are issues with getting my Internet reconnected. I’m offline until further notice. Please take care… Read More
2018-12-05 20:37
Here are the results of our “Predict the Midterms” Poll. Politics Plus Polls are not scientific, because those who respond are not balanced according to demographic categor… Read More
2018-12-05 20:35
Late yesterday afternoon, Anne came by to tell me they had found me a place, and I was overjoyed. After dinner, I looked at the pictures she emailed, and am now thoroughly frustrated… Read More
2018-12-04 21:03
To end the day on a more relaxing note, here’s something light.
Seth Meyers didn’t pull any punches against Trump on Monday’s Late Night.
Trump on the international stage… Read More
2018-12-04 21:03
It’s another crazy day here in the CatBox. I’m getting closer to getting my on demand O2 system. There is no more news on a place to live. So far today, I&rsquo&hell…Read More
2018-12-03 23:22
Yesterday was a busy day and I did not get to doing research for a post as I had wanted to do. Before I knew it, it was mid evening and I decided sleeping was more worthwhile. Wh… Read More
2018-12-03 20:11
Bernie Sanders’ 2016 campaign was exciting and dynamic, albeit that his staff committed many errors, due to their inexperience. In his magnanimity, Bernie threw his support behin… Read More
2018-12-03 20:10
It’s another very busy day, here in the CatBox. I expect to be in the saddle tomorrow with the caveat that my life is too hectic at present to be sure. Oh God It’s Monday!… Read More
2018-12-02 21:25
It’s a very busy day, here at the CatBox. WWWendy de-packratted me. She had to make four trips to her truck to haul out my donation to goodwill. Tomorrow, I expect to… Read More
2018-12-02 03:06
Well Puddy Tat is back to posting so I hope everyone is tuning in. I said at the beginning of November that I hoped to post more often. TC’s illness kick started that for m… Read More
2018-12-01 20:12
Rachel Maddow is my favorite journalist, because she weaves many distinct parts of a news story together in a way that they all make sense. Fortunately we also have a politician who do… Read More
2018-12-01 20:11
It’s a busy weekend. Tomorrow I may have nothing more than a Personal Update. It depends on the time. I have to start getting ready to move. I don’t know… Read More
2018-12-01 18:56
Experts in autocracies have pointed out that it is, unfortunately, easy to slip into normalizing the tyrant, hence it is important to hang on to outrage. These incidents which seem to call f… Read More
2018-11-30 20:16
Soon we will regain something we have not seen for almost two years. It is a world in which The Democratic Party shares in the power of government. House Democrats are about to u… Read More
2018-11-30 20:15
I’m a bit less frazzled than I was yesterday, when everything was crazy to get things done. Now chasing my tail all day has become ‘hurry up and wait’ I might as well… Read More
2018-11-30 17:38
Since I’ve been out of town a few days this week enjoying a trip up to Illinois to take my Aunt back after her Thanksgiving visit, this will be a brief “Friday Fun”.
But th… Read More
2018-11-30 17:25
Yesterday was a long and busy day, and today was also busy. As a result, there was no OT yesterday. There will be an OT each day for the next few days. On the TC front, the… Read More
2018-11-29 22:26
Yesterday evening I came home from the hospital, and got the best night’s sleep I’ve had in a week. The worst news is that it appears I’ll be living the rest of my li… Read More
2018-11-28 17:02
“Mississippi Burning” is the 1988 movie starring Gene Hackman and Willem Dafoe about 2 FBI agents sent to Mississippi in 1964 to investigate the deaths of 3 civil rights workers… Read More
2018-11-28 17:01
Well I spent a bunch of time trying to get my laptop running but nada! The lights come on but nobody answers the door! So I think I’ll have to get it professionally fixed o… Read More
2018-11-27 21:14
I wanted to get this OT done “early” so that on Tuesday I can do one for Wednesday when I won’t be able to do a full OT because of physio and teaching. I hope the wor… Read More
2018-11-27 01:35
Well here we are . . . 26/11/18 and now less than one month until Christmas. Have I depressed anyone yet with that thought? How about this . . . just over 2 years left to put up… Read More
2018-11-25 00:13
Sorry I did not feel up to posting an OT yesterday. I have had an on again, off again acquaintance with flu/cold for the past week or so. Yesterday was definitely a down day so I… Read More
2018-11-25 00:11
Experts in autocracies have pointed out that it is, unfortunately, easy to slip into normalizing the tyrant, hence it is important to hang on to outrage. These incidents which seem to call f… Read More
2018-11-24 13:02
TC is in the hospital.
When I got up for my nightly trip to the BR at ~ 1:00 AM this (Saturday) morning I saw I had a text message from TC, but it was written by Wendy.
She said she had take… Read More
2018-11-23 23:16
No doubt everyone is busy recuperating from Thanksgiving activities or shopping or just enjoying a long Holiday weekend, so this will be very brief.
Have you ever seen more pumpkins in one p… Read More
2018-11-23 05:24
I am not thankful for Trump.
I am thankful for the indigenous peoples of North America!
I am not thankful for Christopher Columbus.
I am exceptionally thankful for Wendy!!!
I am not t… Read More
2018-11-23 05:23
It has taken me a while to get this done as my computer is acting up — switching pages, freezing etc — and I know it was not my Annie trying to help. It has been pouring ra… Read More
2018-11-22 04:34
It has been a long day with medical appointments. I have finally finished this post. We can all breathe a little easier now that we know TC is safe at home and someone is looking… Read More
2018-11-21 18:19
Note: This is SoINeedAName & I’m accessing this through an “Edit” feature of Squatch’s last post, so not sure how (or if) it’ll appear.
I was able to contac… Read More
2018-11-21 01:01
I have not heard from TomCat so I am assuming he is still very sick. I do hope he has called the doctor and doing what he needs to do to get better. This year’s cold/flu is… Read More
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