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Monday, March 11, 2012. Finally. Who would have ever believed it? I'm still pinching myself. It really is hard to believe. Will wonders never cease? It's about time. I suppose that build up is enough or soon you will think I'm like those wonder drugs advertised where two thirds of the TV ad is spent telling you all the potential dire consequences that could come from taking the actual super duper drug. But, back to the gee whiz I was alluding to. A weatherman up in Washington DC on the local Fox affiliate was officially placed in timeout for making a horribly wrong forecast. Now is the time for the bands to come out and the confetti to rain down! Last week that big storm did land up East dropping a whole lot of snow. This fellow, along with most of the others in his area, had some woeful predictions about what was going to occur in the DC region. Winter precautions were put in place. Schools were shutdown along with most government offices. Everyone was on high alert. Then, it happened. The storm pretty much missed that area entirely. Thus, Mr. Weatherman, took his medicine and dutifully manned a chair in the corner for a timeout punishment. And, they say there's no justice in the world. Finally.... is about all I can say about this development.
I suppose the only good thing to come out of that situation is the old joke about the government being shutdown is the only time they are not doing us any harm. Just kidding. I know by experience that there are many devoted hardworking folks who are employed by our government. I also know by experience that there are almost as many who are not so hardworking that are employed by our government. I've been there so I know what I am talking about and I don't need Uncle Si to confirm with his "That's a fact, Jack." You might wonder about how it's a positive thing for the government to be shutdown but you would likely be surprised how many pundits actually believe that a gridlocked government is not so bad. They say this because typically government being actively involved in passing huge amounts of legislation does not all end up being good for the constituents. And, many add that when there is partisan gridlock, typically, most of the high priority emergency types of stuff gets done anyway. This doesn't mean I am going to pray for more snow days in Washington but I'm also not going to be overly concerned about the factious stalemate that seems to be the norm in today's world. Some would even argue that our founders knew this could be a possibility as it was actually a known part of the design of our legislative process.
I'm always on the lookout for a good little story: A judge was interviewing a woman regarding her pending divorce, and asked, "What are the grounds for your divorce?" She replied, "About four acres and a nice little home in the middle of the property with a stream running by." "No," he said, "I mean what is the foundation of this case?" "It is made of concrete, brick and mortar," she responded."I mean," he continued, "What are your relations like?" "I have an aunt and uncle living here in town, and so do my husband's parents." "Do you have a real grudge?" "No," she replied, "We have a two-car carport and have never really needed one." "Please," he tried again, "is there any infidelity in your marriage?" "Yes, both my son and daughter have stereo sets. We don't necessarily like the music, but the answer to your question is yes." "Ma'am, does your husband ever beat you up?" "Yes," she responded, "about twice a week he gets up earlier than I do." Finally, in frustration, the judge asked, "Lady, why do you want a divorce?" "Oh, I don't want a divorce," she replied. "I've never wanted a divorce. My husband does. He said he can't communicate with me." I hear you. What about a timeout chair for bad joke sharing? I'll keep that in mind. Have a blessed Monday and I'll see what we can stir up for tomorrow. May God add His blessings to your day.
Amen. ....More later.
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