Many do not wish to read or hear Trump. They simply have had it with him.
As a result, I am opting to write a blog that does not mention Trump in any fashion. A change of pace, so to speak.
Hope you enjoy the blog.
The hula hoop is back! An “adult” one. Bigger fun!
China will shortly open the world’s tallest bridge. The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge. The U.S. used to build the newest and largest of everything. No more.
New flavor addition to a popular food. Parmesan crust on a grilled cheese sandwich.
The first President with a full face beard was Abraham Lincoln. An 11 year old girl encouraged him to grow it.
The world’s first known barber shop opened in Chicago in 1893.
Wearing a beard has become a big deal in the U.S. Even I am wearing one. Thirty three percent of American men are reported to be wearing beards.
Disneyland and Disney World employees were banned till 2012 from growing beards.
Sandwiches that are no more: Oyster, Yeast, Pickle, Popcorn, Mashed Potato, and Toast.
Toast the strangest of all. A cold slice of toast between two slices of buttered bread seasoned with salt and pepper. The toast sandwich was revived in England in 2011. There still may be hope for us.
Columbus may not have discovered America in 1492 or any other time. Present history so suggests. One of two groups may have been the first.
The first group may have come from Africa. Called “Cloria people.” They crossed a “land bridge,” known as Beringia Link. Recent thought is the first group of Cloria arrived 11,500 to 13,000 years ago.
A more recently discovered group thought to be first arrived 21,000 to 30,000 years ago by sea Their movement remains under study. Name and further information unavailable.
Ancient Romans enjoyed life. Whether of the ruling class or populace. Contrary to popular opinion, putting bread on the table and simply enjoying life was more important than conquering the world.
Ancient Romans worked, played, socialized and enjoyed themselves. Fun important.
They constructed and availed themselves of public baths. Play artifices 24 hours a day.
Roman walls were loaded with graffiti.
The Roman work day ended at noon. The reason is there were no clocks. Time was determined by the sun’s location. Up at dawn, worked till noon, played all afternoon and evening. Playing included participating and watching sporting events, theater performances, and the all important public baths.
Gambling was big! At all levels of society.
The Roman Forum was the center of public life. Right in the middle of Rome.
A temple was located in the Roman Forum. Not to worship a god. Rather, Julius Caesar.
Sixty seven million people collected Social Security benefits in 2024. Such takes a large number of people to function. As of September 2024, federal employees employed by Social Security numbered 58,409.
Poland is pissed about Russia’s drones flying over. Putin will most likely try it again. NATO will have no choice but to intervene if Russia does.
As the Los Angeles Olympics is looming, critics worry the Olympics’ cultural plan is not. The 2028 games are not yet in trouble. The Olympics require proper leadership. We have been in this position in the past and the Olympics survived big time each time.
Enjoy your Sunday!