BUSY AS...

IN A NICE OFFICE

       While much of America riddles about the fish and bird die off in Arkansas, California Bees have taken an interest in early blooms.

     This character was one of many that swarmed a Tea Tree bush, working some of nature's magic.

     I wonder if the home colony and hive may not be one of those white boxes pictured in a previous blog.

THEY ARE ALSO GETTING BUSY IN WASHINGTON

     And that opens an entire new field of wonderment.  It seems the GOP in the House is sure to flex its muscles early, challenging the President on health care.  The professional shouting class, the TV pundits and blogging experts, appear to be ready to ratchet up the clamor as an opening act of the 2012 Presidential election.  But, are the rest of us? Are voters and non voters ready for new rancor or could a political fatigue set in?  

     Winter, harsh weather, unemployment and economic nerves have been served in abundance. Is political nastiness really what people want?  Stay tuned.

WHILE YOU ARE MILDLY DEPRESSED

     Here is a visually stunning though troubling look at what has become of a once great American city.  This reminds me of scenes I saw in Havana.

There are 16 photos of almost unimaginable reality. Link here:

AND THERE IS NOTHING LIKE A CAT SHADOW TO CLOSE A POST

UNLESS THERE IS ANOTHER, AND IN THIS CASE THE MOTHER