Normally my “holiday” posts are fun little ditties about celebrating pickles or something equally silly. Today is a little different. Today is Loving day. This isn’t about loving your neighbor- as much as we all should do that! Today is about a young couple in love named Mildred Jeter and Richard Loving. They fell in love and decided to get… Read more »
I know a lot of you. I used to be one of you. I know that, for the most part, you are sane, rational people. You aren’t a Nazi or white supremacists. You believe in upholding the entire Constitution (not just the 2nd Amendment). You know our strongest allies include Germany and Canada. You know that grabbing people by their crotches… Read more »
Even a first time visitor to Knotty Things will notice a feline motif. Even my logo, which I helped design, highlights my love of kitties. So, today I’m combining my weekly musings with my weekly fun holiday post because today is Hug Your Cat day! Now, there are some folks out there who do not believe that hugging a cat… Read more »
It’s getting old- this having to defend my position on any “hot button” topic. Don’t get me wrong- I’m all for debate and the exchange of ideas when it’s done in a calm, respectful position. I often state that I want, in fact welcome, commentary and I truly mean that as long as it’s done in a mature manner. However,… Read more »
Today is National Hamburger day! What would any backyard barbecue or fast food joint be without this staple of the American diet? I bet a lot of you are having burgers today! Of course there are as many variations on the hamburger as there are people. Some folks prefer a gourmet version with tons of crazy toppings and some of… Read more »
Today is Maritime Day- a day to remember and thank the men and women who work in, on or near cargo boats and ports. In spite of all the advances in modern technology, more cargo is transported by water than other method we have! I have wondered from time to time what leads someone to choose the life of a… Read more »
Much is being made of last weekend’s royal wedding of Prince Harry and the newly anointed Duchess of Sussex aka Meghan Markle. And while no, I did not get up at 4am to watch it live I have watched most of it and also read countless articles about the event. And, for the record, I think Meghan’s dress, hair and… Read more »