"This is a Sunday post" said Captain Obvious.
Had it written by Friday. Just needed some small things. The “it’ll get done when it gets done” bug bit me hard. And now it’s done and before you. On a Sunday
My last two posts were the most widely read, clicked and opened since I started on 12/30/20. Thank you to my readers, my ride-alongs really, for traveling down this road with me. It means more than I think you can know. But I think you can imagine it.
Think about making a contribution to keep this going. I do this for me, ultimately. But I do it with a mindful knowledge of my authenticity. I write to you, my friends, so that you can feel the experience I am describing.
What you see in the world is hard sometimes. These last few posts of this year are intentionally shallow. It feels good to take a mental vacation from apocalyptic delusions. My antidote to the madness follows.
From there to here, and here to there, funny things are everywhere.
Dr. Seuss
I can imagine no more comfortable frame of mind for the conduct of life than a humorous resignation.
W. Somerset Maugham
I think the next best thing to solving a problem is finding some humor in it.
Frank A. Clark
My advice to you is not to inquire why or whither, but just enjoy your ice cream while it's on your plate.
Thornton Wilder
So shopping this year after missing the whole thing last time around, I noticed a trend that is, at least to me, disturbing. Very disturbing.
And it’s not just Walmart. Although, the greatest number of offenders are contained within its walls. It extends to Target. Trader Joes. Ralphs in Arcadia. Hallmark in Glendora. I’m afraid it’s a national epidemic.
Not quite pandemic, but too damn close for my comfort. And too damn close to me, period. Can we increase the social distance requirement for this group of people? And while we are imposing mandates, can we impose one that would solve this problem?
If you are one of the guilty pirates of this crime, consider this an intervention and your wake-up call. This is unnatural behavior. We are all concerned about you.
SLIPPERS IN THE STREET - BEDCLOTHES TOO!
Grooming in general amongst the population I see in the public spaces we are forced to share has fallen to disreputable standards. I believe it’s a scandal of epic proportions. Is it so hard to ask for a shower and a change of clothes? Maybe a shave and a spray? God forbid deodorant.
Even MyPillow has bought in and now is discounting MySlippers and touting “Who thought I could wear them all day?” said no one normal ever.
When I created my new MySlippers I wanted it to have everything you could need in a slipper. I wanted a slipper that was more comfortable than anything before it but also durable enough to wear all day, indoors and outdoors. That's why I developed an exclusive 4-tier cushioning system that combines two layers of foam with a patented impact gel to keep you from wanting to ever take them off. But I didn't stop there, I finished my MySlippers with beautiful leather suede, cozy faux fur linings and an indoor/outdoor sole. I guarantee these will be the most comfortable slippers you'll ever own!
Come’on Mike, are you hitting the crack pipe again? I don’t even wear my slippers to the apartment complex laundry room. So what happens when you wear slippers outside, and then get home and want to take off your shoes? Do you now need inside and outside slippers?
Yeah, Cotton, the old 2-for-1 switcheroo!
https://getyarn.io/yarn-clip/fcf9c188-cddb-4105-9398-5e26822ea92a
Nah, we cannot abide this. For God’s sake, there’s slip on SHOES exclusively for this reason. I suppose it’s better than the dude who wears flip-flops and then plays with his gross un-manicured toes. And then wants to shake your hand! Ugh! Talk about a crime against humanity.
Speaking of crimes against humanity, I’ll save special scorn for Croqs, and especially their competitive spawn - Foamies. Seriously? That sounds like the result of a sexual act between Furries. Ewww.
ART
Driving around LA now on a weekly basis I see sights that I wish I could record and playback without a camera. Life in the streets happens so fast and and so slow that outsiders are instantly noticeable and rapidly forgotten.
The white guy in the white car driving around taking pictures of shit. This is a great time to be alive. Do not let anyone tell you otherwise. Just remember, what you want to be you will be in the end.
Driving down an alley to beat Pico Boulevard traffic I happened upon this warehouse that burned. As I recorded the images you see here, the sun started to dodge, duck, dip, dive, and dodge. I caught its shadows.
HISTORY
History is such an important element of my belief system. I love to get lost in documentaries about ancient Romans or Egyptians. I am watching this one now, and was actually surprised to learn that the British Monarchy is over 1500 year old!
David Starkey is a British dude with a great accent, so his history sounds way more authentic than some lowly ‘Merican. Give it some time, you will be happy.
https://www.magellantv.com/series/monarchy-with-david-starkey
https://www.amazon.com/Monarchy-David-Starkey/dp/B000GYI3C2
My Friends,
I value and appreciate you. Time spent with me is time not retrievable. I will post again before Christmas. Look for something that I haven’t even planned yet.
Enjoy every moment. It will last longer.
Ric
"Never put off until tomorrow that which you can delay indefinitely."