This year in recognition of the 4th of July, the day Americans celebrate when America got its independence from the British in 1776, I decided to simply post an image of the American flag that was displayed and waving so proudly at the United States Capitol Building. Happy 4th of July fellow Americans. Be safe, be proud, and be nice.
Category: Events
Gay Pride Bumper Sticker
Protesting and Rioting Aftermath
Yesterday I was walking around Washington D.C. doing some sightseeing and I got to see firsthand the aftermath of the Black Lives Matter, ANTIFA, No justice for George Floyd protests and riots. There were still people holding signs that said Black Lives Matter and they had all sorts of different statements. It made me think about where I stand on the issue. First off what happened to George Floyd was terrible and should not happen to anyone. I hope those who had part in his death are held accountable for their actions. It also made me think about what sets us as American’s apart from drug cartels or terrorist organizations and it is that we value life whereas they do not. To say “Black Lives Matter” seems like it is race baiting because the fact is all lives matter. I do try to understand how the black community must feel like there are injustices against them that have been committed by police, however we do need law and justice because without that the alternative is chaos and anarchy.
After the death of George Floyd people started to protest in support of the terrible thing that happened to them, however these protests took a turn and seemed as though they were taken over by groups like ANTIFA because those peaceful protests turned to violent riots where destruction and mayhem started. People started looting and destroying property, businesses, killing others and this no longer felt like it was in support of George Floyd. This seems as though there is somebody such as George Soros, Hilary Clinton, the Democratic Party or perhaps even former President Barack Obama who is funding and organizing the mayhem and destruction. That I don’t know and I can’t answer, but it definitely seems like somebody is behind the riots. It would certainly make sense because ever since the 2016 election the Democratic Party has tried anything they can to overturn the results of the election and they continue to do anything to try to do anything to get rid of Donald J. Trump. So far they have failed miserably with their failed claims of the Russian collusion, failed impeachment, failed Central America caravan where people marched across Mexico to make it to the wall on the southern border with cameras claiming they want asylum, and even now they have been trying to blame the COVID-19 pandemic and deaths on the President. This is an election year and that is why it seems like there is more behind these riots than just the death of George Floyd. These protests do not feel the same as the Rodney King riots of the 1980’s. Here are a few photos of some of the destruction that was part of the aftermath.
What happened to George Floyd was wrong as he should not have to be screaming for his life by those who swore an oath to serve and protect. I hope justice will be served and those responsible for his death will be held accountable. There is nothing wrong with peaceful protests to let your voice be heard, however when that threshold is crossed where protests turn to looting, rioting, destruction, and law breaking those behind that also need to be held accountable. Defunding the police is not an acceptable response, but rather we need to strengthen communities by working with law enforcement to ensure all American’s are served and protected.
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In Honor of Memorial Day 2020
In honor of Memorial Day 2020, during these trying times of the COVID-19 Coronavirus and social distancing, I took the opportunity to visit the Marine Corps Memorial in Arlington, Virginia.
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German Spy Pigeon
During World War I (1914-1918) Germany had equipped pigeons with small camera equipment for the benefit of gaining intelligence.
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Oleg Penkovsky: The Spy Who Saved the World
Oleg Penkovsky is best known for being declared as the “single most valuable agent in CIA history.” Penkovsky was a Soviet intelligence officer who volunteered to for the United States and the United Kingdom during the 1960’s. He would pass military intelligence secrets that shed light on Soviet intentions and weapon capabilities. This information proved to be critical during the Cuban missile crisis as it let the CIA know the missiles were operational and key technical capabilities. That information may have given John F. Kennedy the edge he needed in order to avoid a nuclear confrontation.
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Meteor Crater near Winslow, Arizona
Winslow, Arizona is the home to a gigantic hole in the earth called Meteor Crater. This hole is so big it could fit downtown San Francisco in it. Here are a couple photos that I took with different camera equipment. The second photo I had to stitch multiple photos together to fit the whole crater in it and then I applied some filters to enhance it so more area within the crater was visible and it added a little more drama to the image.
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Doc Holliday’s Room in Tombstone
Doc Holliday, friend of Wyatt Earp, room here in Fly’s Boarding House and Photography Gallery. Big Nose Kate, Doc’s girlfriend, had come for a visit. On October 26, 1881 five cowboys gathered outside of Doc’s room in the vacant lot next door, probably waiting to confront Doc. Wyatt Earp and his brothers, Virgil and Morgan Earp, and Doc Holliday entered the lot to disarm the cowboys. As Kate watched horrified from her window, over 25 shots were fired. Thirty seconds later, three men were dying and three men were wounded.
Although Big Nose Kate witnessed the O.K. corral gunfight, she was never called to testify at the murder inquest of Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday. Instead, she Tombstone forever, shortly after the gunfight.
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While at Universal Studios Hollywood I was able to attend the Waterworld show. This was fun and exciting with lots of action. It is definitely a fun thing to do.
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While taking the Universal Studios movie set tour we passed by the Back to the Future clock tower that was struck by lightening.
At the conclusion of the tour there were some items from the Back to the Future II movie that was autographed by Michael J. Fox for sale.
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Funny Sign Slogan
SIGN IN A SHOE REPAIR STORE:
“We will heel you, We will save your sole, We will even dye for you.”
A SIGN ON A BLINDS AND CURTAIN TRUCK:
” Blind man driving.”
Sign over a Gynecologist’s Office:
“Dr. Jones, at your cervix.”
In a Podiatrist’s office:
“Time wounds all heels.”
At an Optometrist’s Office :
“If you don’t see what you’re looking for, You’ve come to the right place.”
On a Plumber’s truck :
“We repair what your husband fixed.”
On another Plumber’s truck :
“Don’t sleep with a drip. Call your plumber.”
At a Tire Shop in Milwaukee :
“Invite us to your next blow out.”
On an Electrician’s truck :
“Let us remove your shorts.”
In a Non-smoking Area:
“If we see smoke, we will assume you are on fire and will take appropriate action.”
On a Maternity Room door :
“Push. Push. Push.”
At a Car Dealership :
“The best way to get back on your feet – miss a car payment.”
Outside a Muffler Shop:
“No appointment necessary. We hear you coming.”
In a Veterinarian’s waiting room :
“Be back in 5 minutes. Sit! Stay!”
At the Electric Company:
“We would be delighted if you would pay your bill.
You will be delighted if you don’t.”
In a Restaurant window:
“Don’t stand there and be hungry; come on in and get fed up.”
In the front yard of a Funeral Home :
“Drive carefully. We’ll wait…”
At a Propane Filling Station:
“Thank Heaven for little grills.”
In a Chicago Radiator Shop:
“Best place in town to take a leak.”
Sign on the back of another Septic Tank Truck:
“Caution – This Truck is full of Political Promises.”
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Happy Halloween 2019!
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Holsinger Meteorite
The Holsinger Meteorite stands as a vivid symbol of the interconnectedness between Earth’s geological narrative and the cosmic events shaping our solar system. Unearthed in 1911 from Arizona’s renowned Meteor Crater, or Barringer Crater, this formidable 639-kilogram specimen highlights the extraterrestrial nature of one of the planet’s most intact impact craters. It is named in honor of Samuel Holsinger, a pioneer who championed the crater’s study. This became evident when mining engineer Daniel Moreau Barringer accentuated its geological importance.
The crater itself, forged roughly 50,000 years ago by a high-speed nickel-iron meteorite, measures an impressive 1.2 kilometers across and is essential to the study of impact events. Detailed examinations of the Holsinger Meteorite have unveiled a distinctive crystalline design known as the Widmanstätten pattern. This intricate structure of interwoven kamacite and taenite suggests a gradual cooling period in the vacuum of space, providing scientists with essential insights into the solar system’s formation, estimated at around 4.5 billion years ago. Through isotopic analysis, researchers have refined our understanding of both planetary timelines and impact mechanics, deepening our knowledge of how craters form.
Displayed prominently at the Meteor Crater Visitor Center, the Holsinger Meteorite captivates public fascination with planetary science. Simultaneously, ongoing scientific inquiry into this celestial artifact assists experts in forecasting future impacts and devising enhanced planetary defense methods. Thus, the Holsinger Meteorite not only serves as a captivating symbol of cosmic grandeur but also fortifies our grasp of the celestial forces perpetually shaping Earth’s past, present, and future.
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Prehistoric Fossils
While visiting the Meteor Crater near Winslow, Arizona they had these fossils both on display and for sale. Some of them are quite pricey, so I just took some photos. It was certainly very cool to see what types of creatures were alive so long ago.