70's parents were warned "Don't use the TV as a babysitter." Many parents did anyway. Our culture treated it as normal to occasionally expose kids to inappropriate content. "Meh. It's over their heads." In the 90's, parents half-joked "The TV wasn't a good babysitter, but the VCR is not so bad."

So what is the end plan for this shutdown? Avoid a vote on releasing the Epstein Files by ending air travel? Is there anyone left in this country who believes that he hasn't raped children? It's likely that his pagents were in partnership, so maybe that's going to be a surprise, but not really.

Four actually perfect movies, in no particular order: 1) Psycho 2) The Muppet Movie 3) Get Out 4) The Blues Brothers

Watching "The Godfather." Never seen it before. About an hour and ten minutes in. It is three hours long and apparently three acts. It could be said that the pacing has room for improvement.

Do not fucking "sign up" to attend a protest. Furthermore, don't ask me to do anything that Stoopid.

My favorite non-prescription pain relief is"Tylenol Extended Release The Epstein Files."

Two things that will never get old: Jokes about Charlie Kirk, and Charlie Kirk.

Is "Ni-Howdy" endearing or mega-dorky to Chinese people?

Attention, fuckbiscuits of America! If I can smell your perfume after you've left the elevator, it's too much! What is wrong with you?

Heard a theory this morning that Blue MAGA is struggling to accept that they could have ever been wrong about anything. Are boomers really that influential still?

I wonder if other cats find it hilarious when a cat gets wild and energetic after they poop. "What's up with Ginger?" "Oh nothing, she just pooped."

Turkey has joined in defending the boats bringing food to starving people. They are flying an armed drone alongside. It should not happen that humanitarian aid requires navy boats and air defense, but here we are.

What happened to the world's excessive production of polar fleece now that JoAnne's is closed? Is there some stockpile in a cave somewhere waiting for the apocalypse?

What's going on in Italy these days?

I filled out the ballot for muni elections, I'm outside of the big city so no option to vote for Omar. Everyone running for my city council seat was fine. I voted for the guy who has organizational credentials similar to my spouse. I like my spouse.

For the convenience of FOX News, please inscribe all bullets with your motivations. If you do not inscribe your bullets, bullets will be inscribed for you.

HAHAHA!!! youtu.be/GTAa97rSFgY?...

We visited Sharp Reads bookstore in Taylor's Falls, MN yesterday. Would recommend. It has a great little kid's section and decent Anime/Manga, especially for such a small store that doesn't even have all of their inventory out yet.

Sally lives in a 25' x 25' rectangle. Her home is therefore 625 square feet. No matter where she goes, there is always a cat within 2 feet of Sally. How many cats live with Sally? Would there be a different number of cats if her home was 2' x 312.5'? Assume that there are no fractions of cats.

It's an old code, but it checks out.

Disney violated Jimmy Kimmel's contract when they fired him, and now he's suing them. HAHAHA!

Many British people are protesting trump in the UK, but it's looking like the royal family thinks he's just the bees knees. We're all aware that he (allegedly) paid money to rape children, right? I suppose that's not even gross by monarchy standards.

Here's a good rule: If it was ever marketed as "collectible," it's NOT.

Of all the things that could have been blamed in Tyler Robinson's ideological journey, at least no one has blamed the electrical industry. Electricians are screwy, but not that way.

I still believe that Gavin Newsome is unpleasant.

Remember jelly jar glassware? Can that come back?

I am currently taking orders for "simulated Balenciaga Earrings." Only $500.

Ticketmaster has made it so that I no longer desire to attend live concerts. "That looks cool. Nah. I'm not putting up with ticketmaster for it."

About 50 years ago, shortly after his alleged death, liquor stores featured ceramic figurines of Elvis filled with whiskey. The head screwed off for drinking. In retrospect, they were remarkably uncollectible.

I know there's been a lot going on in the news, but I really would like to know more about Congestive Heart Failure.

Rosie gets a "Great Hero Of Protection" medal for watching over me this last week while I've been poorly.

The FBI is offering a "reward" for information leading to a person of interest. It reminds me that nobody ever really collects those "rewards." They're bullshit. No one probably knows anything anyway, but at least don't be a sucker.

I know not to believe anything I read on Reddit. Do truck drivers really keep cat food as emergency rations? Not tempting enough to snack on, but suitable in an emergency. That sounds made up. It's made up, right?

Next up, Star Trek V. I rewatched it about 15 years ago, now rewatching again. It got a bad rap being after the 2,3,4 trilogy. It's not Citizen Kane, but it's fine. So many "dad jokes," it comes of almost sweet.

Watching Star Trek IV. It's notable that when the captain orders everyone to abandon ship, no one grabs their fucking luggage.

I would be happy with any leather jacket featured in star trek III, but I think I'm most partial to Sulu's.

Practice what it's like to have a cat in the room while you're eating. Hold this photo one inch from your face.

Don't post public pictures of your kids on the internet. It's not nice, the kids wouldn't consent, and it's potentially dangerous - especially if the content is an emotional display. Every time I see a photo or video of a crying child, all I can think is what SHITTY, AWFUL parents that child has.

While there was "proof of life" today, I'm still not convinced. I think he's just propped up to last for a brief stint. Most presidents handled multiple events in a week. FDR had long term effects of polio and managed it. Don't believe the hype that he's not on death's door.

There are"last time" events that happen in everyone's life. I am past the last time I will ever run uphill while dragging a sled. I don't remember when it was. Trump is past the last time he will ever play golf.

One morning meeting doodle

Just sent out a round of postcards. If you didn't get one and you want one, we can figure that out. The postcards are an assortment. There is some bad art by me, some old obscure cards, some bulk leftovers from professional artists, some public domain images... Assume random. It's just for fun.

Here is your periodic reminder - Don't comply in advance. Midwesterners are especially skilled at "polite but mean." Now is our time to shine!

On Xiouhongshu, when the first influx of Americans showed up, many Chinese users were HORRIFIED to find out that "American school shootings" were not propaganda made up by their own government. Some of them cried when they found out they are real. Make of that whatever you will.

It's not Jury Nullification if the jury believes that the state has not shown enough evidence to charge a person with felony assault with a sandwich. If you are ever a juror, know that "jury nullification" should never be uttered in a courtroom. It's just called "Not guilty" or "Nay on indictment."

FIGHTING BACK GETS RESULTS Don’t let the bullies convince you that standing down is the way to protect yourself. They do this so they don’t have to deal with consequences for their actions. They depend on our acquiescence. Standing up is *strategic*, not just brave. Stand up now or it keeps going.

I really hate Gavin. Completely fucking loathe him. He's (at best) turning a blind eye to cops under his direction providing assistance to ice. But he's hired a clever person for social media, so I'm hearing of his heroic opposition.