Came across a screenshot of a knitting pattern. No title, no photo...just the pattern. It's only 16 stitches across, so I'm tempted to knit a sample just to find out what it looks like.

Since everyone in the house hates having to get rid of a pumpkin I carve, we're starting something different this year. I'll carve foam pumpkins and we'll add to the decorations each year since we can keep them.

@UmbaSaffire I don't know if it was because of my age, or if he knew they were famous but didn't really understand how big that fame was. He always talked about his sons like he was proud of them, but they were still just his kids.

@CelluloidBlonde You're right about the risks, but I'm originally from the other side of the Gulf Coast... that's just what people do during hurricanes.

@UmbaSaffire Johnny and Edgar Winter's father was a friend of mine in his elderly years. He would ask me to pray for them and start explaining why they lived in different states, were traveling, etc. Every time I'd think, "Does he not realize I know who they are???" He was a sweet little old man.

My new cane is here! Made from wood from home. A piece of home in my hand, supporting me.

And one of the cats has a new box to play in. I promised him I would tell his brothers the box belongs to him.

@redenigma My sister-in-law saw a similar one yesterday and asked me to tell her what it says. I had to calm down from laughing before I could tell her!

@Lulz4l1f3 THAT would be a violation of the 1st Amendment. As opposed to the people who complain, "But 1st Amendment!" when a platform drops somebody because of the crap they say.

The state of Missouri is still set to execute Marcellus Williams at 6pm this evening. DNA evidence shows he's innocent. The victim's family does not support the execution. The Prosecuting Attorney's office has admitted his rights were violated and has tried to stop the execution. Christian, Muslim, and Jewish faith leaders across the state have opposed this.

Missouri State Supreme Court and Gov Parson keep ignoring all of this and moving ahead.

This is not justice.

@Tee_Lynn @Kittiekatt53 Wow. Not a good "wow". My dad took me hunting with him one fall when I was still in elementary school and explained where meat comes from and why I should always be thankful for any meat I eat.

@Tee_Lynn That sounds right!

@Tee_Lynn I remember a commercial when I was a kid with chocolate milk coming from a chocolate cow on a chocolate farm. I didn't think anybody would grow up thinking it was true.

I'm getting used to the bifocals. Still not at the point of being able to completely ignore the line yet. Oh, but knitting while watching tv is so much easier without having to keep moving my glasses!

Every few years, I have to buy a new cane. I decided to get a good, solid wood one this time. Maybe not have to get one again a few years from now.

It'll be here in a few days. I'll see how long it takes before other people in the house remember I choose such things with intent and start asking questions.

I was probably halfway through reading this when I realized I was crying. The children never should have been taken, but 3 are finally going home.

https://www.kulr8.com/news/three-indigenous-childrens-remains-returned-home-for-burial-in-fort-belknap-after-130-years/article_e6a636b8-76fd-11ef-9f2e-eb5c116542e6.html

Okay...I got down to 2 baby shrimp, and I just can't leave two tiny dots alone in a 1.5 gallon ocean. Did another partial water change and added more eggs. We'll see if I've got shrimp again over the next week.

Going to pick up my new glasses tomorrow. I have lived long enough to need bifocals! That's an accomplishment!

Had to do a partial water change in my shrimp tank. Changed out about 25% of the water. All of my adults have died, but there are still some babies. I can't give up and restart the tank as long as I see somebody swimming.

After a couple of days of fever, I just want a peaceful night of sleep. A shower can wait one more day. I just want that sleep!