HUH? and AWWWWWWW!

Heidy-Ho, Blogging Buddies! Great to have you drop by again.

Some of you may recall a post from the past titled "Things That Make Me Go 'Huh'." The subject there was a pecan vending machine that offered up an entire pecan pie!!

Well... there is apparently no lack of things that can be identified with a resounding "Huh?" I offer up a couple of those things for your consideration... in case you might have missed them on your own. :)

First of all, my friend, Jo B., who provided me with the "Voo Doo BBQ & Grill" photo in the past, continues to keep her eyes open and her mind clear to identify those things she believes to be blogworthy. Thank you, Jo!! Her most recent contribution is the sign below which was outside of a CVS Pharmacy in the capitol of this fine state, home of the LSU Tigers. She was walking to a game featuring those fine Bengals when she encountered the sign. Her specific comment about it was "I’m sure that folks who live there know what this is about but I can only speculate." I am going to agree that speculation is the only reasonable thing to do here. Talk amongst yourselves!

If any of you actually attend this event, PLEASE provide me with some photos and insight!! :)

Sometimes the "Huh?" things are a little more difficult to find... but my spousal-unit dug up such a gem!! Thank you, Dear!! He picked up a "Louisiana Hunting Regulations 2010-2011" magazine to browse it. It included Wildlife Management Area regulations. He has been to a number of these WMAs as we are literally surrounded by them! As you all can expect, the entire thing is written pretty much in what we like to refer to as "legalese" meaning the sentences are long, the thoughts are rambling, and I would have had to attend additional years of schoolin' to interpret the meaning. At any rate, he encountered a small section titled "Methods of Taking Deer" which addressed what type of weaponry was allowed (and what wasn't), the no-no of using aircraft (!), automobiles, or other land vehicles to take Bambi, and when you could use your dawg to help you out with hunting down that dangerous creature (Bambi) including what type of ID said dawg should have on its four-legged self. *Chuckle* Okay. I'm smiling. But the following paragraph (note it is one sentence!) was cause for out-loud rollicking laughter:
"It is illegal to take deer while deer are swimming or while the hunter is in a boat with motor attached in operating position; however the restrictions in this paragraph shall not apply to any person who has lost one or more limbs."
HUH?!?!?!?!?!?!?!? I'm not even going to speculate on the conversation amongst the powers-that-be about the situation that led them to include this paragraph. Nope. Not gonna' do it. You can't make me.

Alright. I will leave you with an "AWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW" moment. My friend, Susan S., and her spousal-unit were hanging at their second home which provides them the opportunity to do some biking. She emailed me and mentioned they were about to head out and that the "boyz" were going to be joining them. I asked for a photo of that as I knew it would provide many of you with a smile. With no further ado, I present "Spicer" on the left and "Spritzer" on the right, preparing for their bike ride.

Can't beat that!!!

There you have it. A few comments. A couple of pics. That's it for now. Thanks again for dropping by... and remember to VOTE!!!

Until next post...

FINAL VOTING POST - LA CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS

Hello again, Blogging Pals!

My friend, Jo B., did a little of her own research and was able to find a site that provides extensive information on the ten (10) proposed Louisiana Constitutional Amendments. I guess it's harder to get information on people than on things those people want to change!! :)

So... if you're voting in Louisiana, take a moment to at least educate yourself on the proposed Amendments at this site. If you aren't in Louisiana... I reckon you don't care!

Thanks to Jo B. for her input. I always appreciate a little help!!

Until next post...

OOPS! LOUISIANA HAS NO CANDIDATE INFO!

Heidy-Ho, all!!

My friend, Jo B., attempted to locate information for Louisiana election races. She followed the instructions at the web site I provided in the last post and got nothing! I went to the site and attempted to locate candidate info for Louisiana. Nothing. The only assumption I can make is that Louisiana did not participate in the candidate information gathering process. I don't know whether that is a local process (the Louisiana League of Women Voters main organization is in Baton Rouge) or a national one (which I doubt since it would be rather daunting!).

I did find some very pathetic information (name, rank, and serial number, basically!) on Louisiana candidates at the Louisiana Secretary of State web site but I don't suggest you waste your time there.

My apologies to my Louisiana pals. I was trying to be helpful and have probably generated more frustration than anything else. So much for good intentions.

I still urge you to educate yourself on these candidates before voting!!! Nearly every candidate will have his/her own web site with information although it will obviously be slanted based on his/her opinions. You can at least get an idea of a given candidate's background, typically on an "About Me" page on the web site. If the candidate is a current elected official, you can locate their voting record online (web sites depend on whether it is federal or state). Type the candidate's last name and "voting record" into your search engine (EX: "Vitter voting record") and do a little scanning. You shouldn't have any trouble finding the place you can obtain the information.

Whatever you do... VOTE!!

Until next post...

DOC UPDATE AND VOTING IN NOVEMBER

Hello again, Blogging Pals!! Glad you're still with me!

A quick update on the neurosurgeon visit last Friday. There is apparently light at the end of the tunnel regarding lower back issues. Doc sez the problem is a facet joint problem. That beats some other problems it could have been!! There is a need for additional tests to confirm and isolate. Seems we will be heading back to Alexandria for a CT scan and for "Bending X-Rays", however those are accomplished! :) The doc's office should be calling Monday to provide appointment date/time. If the facet joint is confirmed as the culprit, there are three possible options to resolve the problem, none of which are scary. So... I consider the visit a good one and the news to be good, as well. I will keep you posted but spare you the boring details. :)

Alright. We are approaching the mid-term elections. I cannot stress to you how important it is that you exercise your privilege to vote. I know it is sometimes difficult to know who to vote for when you don't know the candidates. I hope you would NOT vote in a particular race if you weren't informed rather than just pick a party. I can solve a little of that problem for you. Before you head to the polls, take a few moments to visit the League of Women Voters web site. It's not just for women. They compile information on the candidates for the races and provide it to you conveniently online. They do not endorse any single individual. It is a truly non-partisan compilation of candidates' answers to the same questions that are relevant to the race. Here is what you need to do to find the information you need:
1) Go to http://www.vote411.org/home.php
2) Look for the block that says "On Your Ballot"
3) Select your state and click "Go"
4) Choose to either "Build My Ballot" or "Personalize My Ballot" (you will get the same result)
5) Fill in your address information requested (need the 9-digit zip code!) and click "Go"
6) Follow the instructions to get to a listing of candidates that will be on YOUR ballot

IF YOU DO NOT KNOW YOUR 9-DIGIT ZIP CODE:
1) Go to http://zip4usps.com/zip4/welcome.jsp
2) Enter your address information
3) Click "Submit"
4) Your full 9-digit zip code will appear!!

So... become an informed voter. Please don't inadvertently vote for someone with whom you wouldn't necessarily agree. If you just aren't satisfied, skip voting for a particular race!

Finally, an apology. The Beauregard Parish Fair was this past week. (Click on the link and scroll down to read the four separate posts from 2009.) Unfortunately, due to other concerns, we were not able to attend this year. I wish I had some pictures for you but I didn't make it. Now then... if ANY of you attended and have some photos, please email them to me! I would be happy to put them on a posting in the future. Send them to me! :)

That's pretty much it for today. Nothing exciting. Consider this an "informational" posting. Thank you for staying with me!

Until next post...

LOVE THOSE CRITTERS!!!

Hello again, Blogging Buddies. Thanks so much for sticking with me!

No huge news today to report. The weather has been absolutely FABulous!! Very low humidity (unusual for this area) and nice cool overnight temps followed by reasonable warm temps during the day. Great sleeping weather.

I was fortunate to be at my aunt's the other day when her next-door neighbor, Susan L., had brought over a little "friend" for a visit. They were already in the den and he was apparently doing just fine. When I arrived, I had my camera handy but that may have spooked him a bit. He growled at me... which is unusual as critters generally know I like 'em and are typically ready to play! But I think he was in a new environment with new people and a camera pointed at him... and he reacted accordingly. I backed off to keep him from stressing and was able to snap a couple of shots using the "zoom" feature. Isn't he cute?!?!? Love the crooked mouth! (Maybe he's a politician?) Please meet Baxter!
When I stepped out on my back porch yesterday, I was walking out to fill the bird feeders (those guys are really eating like crazy these days!) when I just happened to glance at one of my Plumeria plants and caught a glimpse of something unusual there. Closer inspection revealed another little "friend" hanging out, enjoying the breeze rolling through the plants. I didn't want to disturb him but he appeared to be completely unconcerned as I snapped a shot. He remained there the rest of the day. Look closely at the leaf in the center of the picture.

So, I think we are all enjoying the cooler, fall-like weather these days. Hope it will stick around for a little while!! Louisiana typically has the same two seasons as Texas... Hot and Hotter!!

I hope October brings health and happiness to all of you! It's a lovely month, usually, and I am holding out hope for this one!!

Until next post...