And now “All I Want For Christmas”. I made it until the 24th…..

The first successful Fair Catch Free Kick in the NFL since 1976 occurred tonight.

NFC North. Wow.

That Josh Allen touchdown is the reason I love watching snow games.

The Steelers and Browns game ended up being a much better game than I anticipated. That, and I love snow games.

Change in the weather coming

The Onion bought “Info Wars” and created a fake evil company, Global Tetrahedron.

Amazing.

In a satirical letter from Bryce P. Tetraeder, the fictional CEO of Onion owner Global Tetrahedron, Infowars was praised for its “unswerving commitment to manufacturing anger and radicalizing the most vulnerable members of society—values that resonate deeply with all of us at Global Tetrahedron.”

This Lions game…

I’ve been working on this one for a while. Coming January 20, 2025 - yes, inauguration day.

This evening, Hungary’s prime minister, Viktor Orban, posted on social media that he had just spoken with Trump, saying: “We have big plans for the future!”

Orban has shifted his country away from democracy, claiming that traditional liberal democracy weakens a nation. He believes that promoting equality for immigrants, LGBTQ+ individuals, and women disrupts the traditional patriarchal society.

Instead he promotes “illiberal” or “Christian” democracy. This type of government, like Russia, has elections, but they are a farce. They are predetermined because the government suppresses opposition. This model promises a return to a society dominated by white, religious values. He has advanced his vision by shutting down independent media, cracking down on political opponents, undermining the rule of law, and controlling the economy with a group of close allies.

This is what voters chose yesterday.

If you’re feeling strong emotions following the election results, please remember to be kind to yourself. Many of us are concerned about the policies these elected officials may implement and their potential impact. It’s disheartening to witness the divisions and negativity that have surfaced among us.

Take comfort in knowing that the challenges we face are the result of complex societal factors - a web of cause and effect that no single person can change alone. The circumstances that led us here have been unfolding over a long time. You may feel powerless, both politically and in your ability to effect positive change. But there’s something we can all do, and it’s quite simple: love. Show compassion, even toward those with whom you disagree. Be the one who offers peace in the midst of conflict.

Hatred, ignorance, and greed are detrimental to our world. While it’s tempting to become disillusioned, recognizing right from wrong is a gift that can help us make things better. Be kind and compassionate to others, even those who hold different beliefs. They may be influenced by misinformation or fear, but it’s not entirely their fault. There are forces that exploit people’s emotions for personal gain, and sometimes people learn negativity from others.

All you need to do today is promote kindness. Remind your coworkers, friends, family, students, and even strangers what it means to be compassionate. Show empathy to someone today - they might really need it. Walk confidently knowing you’re contributing to a better world because you choose love over hate.

You know, I may have gotten confused with all of these damn political signs all over the place. I may of accidently voted for a real estate agent 😲😥

Happy 55th birthday Internet! (Yesterday)

The first ARPANET link was established between the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and the Stanford Research Institute at 22:30 hours on October 29, 1969.

“We set up a telephone connection between us and the guys at SRI …”, Kleinrock … said in an interview: “We typed the L and we asked on the phone,

“Do you see the L?” “Yes, we see the L,” came the response. We typed the O, and we asked, “Do you see the O.” “Yes, we see the O.” Then we typed the G, and the system crashed … Yet a revolution had begun”

Their stand up to cancer moment is giving me the tears… but there isn’t supposed to be crying in baseball!

The Detroit Lions are:

#1 in the NFC #2 in the NFL #2 in points scored #1 in point difference

#2 in pass completion % #1 in yards per passing attempt Tied #2 for most 40+ yard passing plays Tied #2 for most rushing TDs

Amazing! When you consider the amount of raw energy this represents, and that it is only a tiny fraction of the sun’s full potential, it is hard not to be in awe.

The anticipated coronal mass ejection (CME) arrived at Earth at 11:15am EDT at nearly 1.5 million miles per hour. The CME strength and structure are being closely scrutinized for potential geomagnetic storm intensity, but, G3 levels are now expected due to the magnitude and potential of the CME, therefore G3 or greater warning has been issued. G4 (Severe) levels remain likely with the watch still in effect and even a slight chance of G5 (Extreme) levels due to initial observations of the CME strength. Updates will continue as conditions are met with Alerts issued accordingly.

This storm could impact ongoing recovery efforts for Hurricanes Helene and Milton in several critical ways:

• Communications: Systems that depend on low-Earth orbit satellites or High-Frequency communication may experience disruptions.

• Power grids: The storm could put additional stress on power grids already weakened by the hurricanes.

• GPS services: Navigation systems, especially those relied upon in disaster relief, may be degraded.

SWPC has already updated FEMA and several state agencies involved in recovery operations.

When skies are clear, the aurora (Northern Lights) could be visible as far south as Alabama and northern California tonight.

There is a significantly high chance that we’ll get to see some northern lights tonight in the Grand Rapids area.

Tampa Area is under a Catastrophic Flash Flood Emergency

…FLASH FLOOD EMERGENCY FOR ST. PETERSBURG, TAMPA, RIVERVIEW, AND PALMETTO…

The National Weather Service in Tampa Bay Ruskin has extended the

• Flash Flood Warning for… Central Hillsborough County in west central Florida… Northern Manatee County in west central Florida… Southeastern Pinellas County in west central Florida…

• Until 230 AM EDT.

• At 926 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 10 and 14 inches of rain have fallen. Flash flooding is already occurring.

  This is a FLASH FLOOD EMERGENCY for St. Petersburg, Tampa, Riverview, and Palmetto. This is a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. SEEK HIGHER GROUND NOW!

  HAZARD…Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding.

  SOURCE…Radar.

  IMPACT…This is a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. SEEK HIGHER GROUND NOW! Life threatening flash flooding of low water crossings, small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses.

• Some locations that will experience flash flooding include… Tampa, Clearwater, Largo, Bradenton, Pinellas Park, Temple Terrace, Seminole, Palmetto, Downtown Saint Petersburg, Saint Petersburg, Fort Desoto Park, Brandon, St. Petersburg, St. Pete Beach, Anna Maria, Gandy, Macdill Air Force Base, West And East Lealman, Feather Sound and Tampa International Airport.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Move to higher ground now! This is an extremely dangerous and life-threatening situation. Do not attempt to travel unless you are fleeing an area subject to flooding or under an evacuation order.

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.

Stay away or be swept away. River banks and culverts can become unstable and unsafe.

Hurricane Milton - Key Messages

1. Life-Threatening Storm Surge: A large area of destructive storm surge, with inundations of 10 feet or greater, is expected along portions of the west-central coast of Florida. Evacuate immediately if you are in the Storm Surge Warning area and have been ordered to do so.

2. Devastating Winds: Hurricane-force winds are expected along parts of the west coast of Florida. Milton is forecast to remain a hurricane as it crosses the Florida Peninsula, with life-threatening winds spreading inland.

3. Catastrophic Flooding: Heavy rainfall will lead to catastrophic and life-threatening flash flooding, urban flooding, and river flooding in Florida. Flooding will be worsened where coastal storm surge and inland rainfall combine.

4. Limited Time to Act: Evacuations and preparations should be completed tonight. There may not be enough time to safely evacuate on Wednesday.

5. Monitor Official Updates: Keep up with information from the National Hurricane Center and local emergency management agencies. Changes in the storm’s path or intensity can occur.

Hurricane Milton has regained its status as a catastrophic Category 5 hurricane as it approaches the Gulf Coast of Florida. The storm is expected to make landfall late Wednesday, posing an extreme threat to life and property. Residents in the affected areas are urged to immediately complete all preparations and follow evacuation orders from local officials.

Current Status

Location: Approximately 245 miles west-southwest of the Dry Tortugas, and about 405 miles southwest of Tampa, Florida.

Coordinates: Latitude 23.4° North, Longitude 86.5° West

Movement: Northeast at 12 mph

Maximum Sustained Winds: 160 mph (Category 5 hurricane)

Minimum Central Pressure: 915 millibars

A home run right when we needed it!

567 
WTNT64 KNHC 071558 CCA
TCUAT4

Hurricane Milton Tropical Cyclone Update...Corrected
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL       AL142024
1055 AM CDT Mon Oct 07 2024

Corrected for location/distances in the summary section

...MILTON RAPIDLY INTENSIFIES INTO A CATEGORY 5 HURRICANE...

Data from an Air Force Reserve Hurricane Hunter aircraft indicate 
that Milton has strengthened to a category 5 hurricane.  The 
maximum sustained winds are estimated to be 160 mph (250 km/h) with 
higher gusts.  Data from the aircraft also indicate that the 
minimum pressure has fallen to 925 mb (27.31 inches).

SUMMARY OF 1055 AM CDT...1555 UTC...INFORMATION

LOCATION...21.7N 91.6W
ABOUT 125 MI...200 KM WNW OF PROGRESO MEXICO
ABOUT 715 MI...1150 KM SW OF TAMPA FLORIDA
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...160 MPH...250 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT...ESE OR 110 DEGREES AT 9 MPH...15 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...925 MB...27.31 INCHES

$$
Forecaster Blake/Brown

😔

That interception

Goff with a TD reception!

I can do with a few more games like this.

The National Weather Service in Jacksonville is unable to continue their duties for the time being. NWS New Orleans is now taking over all weather duties, including warnings, until they can come back online.

From the NHC 8pm EDT Update
 
EXTREMELY DANGEROUS HURRICANE HELENE NEARING THE NORTHEAST 
GULF COAST...
...CATASTROPHIC STORM SURGE AND LIFE-THREATENING WINDS EXPECTED IN 
THE FLORIDA BIG BEND AREA...

SUMMARY OF 800 PM EDT...0000 UTC...INFORMATION

LOCATION...28.7N 84.3W
ABOUT 80 MI...125 KM WSW OF CEDAR KEY FLORIDA
ABOUT 115 MI...190 KM S OF TALLAHASSEE FLORIDA
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...130 MPH...215 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT...NNE OR 25 DEGREES AT 23 MPH...37 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...942 MB...27.82 INCHES

WATCHES AND WARNINGS

CHANGES WITH THIS ADVISORY:

None

SUMMARY OF WATCHES AND WARNINGS IN EFFECT:

A Storm Surge Warning is in effect for...
* Mexico Beach eastward and southward to Flamingo
* Tampa Bay
* Charlotte Harbor

A Hurricane Warning is in effect for...
* Anclote River to Mexico Beach

A Hurricane Watch is in effect for...
* Englewood to Anclote River, including Tampa Bay

A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for...
* Florida Keys, including the Dry Tortugas
* Flamingo to Anclote River, including Tampa Bay
* West of Mexico Beach to the Okaloosa/Walton County Line
* Flamingo northward to Little River Inlet
* Lake Okeechobee

A Storm Surge Warning means there is a danger of life-threatening
inundation, from rising water moving inland from the coastline. For
a depiction of areas at risk, please see the National Weather
Service Storm Surge Watch/Warning Graphic, available at
hurricanes.gov.  This is a life-threatening situation.  Persons
located within these areas should take all necessary actions to
protect life and property from rising water and the potential for
other dangerous conditions.  Promptly follow evacuation and other
instructions from local officials.

A Hurricane Warning means that hurricane conditions are expected
somewhere within the warning area.

A Tropical Storm Warning means that tropical storm conditions are
expected somewhere within the warning area.

A Hurricane Watch means that hurricane conditions are possible
within the watch area.

I just saw someone share one of those “songs turning 30” videos and… thanks, I feel old now. 🤣

While we’re having some fun with Trump and Vance running with this whole pet eating thing - even I have shared a meme or two about this absurdity, we should remember that this rumor started locally by neo-nazis. Also remember that these rumors were started against a group of immigrants that are here legally. Not that I believe it matters, but it shows that their “the right way” talking point on immigration is absolute garbage.

These are real people living real lives. Now, they have a target on them from low and no information folk. That target, initially painted on them by local neo-nazis, has been amplified by the American right.

I watched a few minutes of the debate. What a damn disgrace. Trump starts at point A, then finds his way to Saturn before he makes a return trip to point XXVI. All the while, there are literally people out there that will listen to his rambling nonsense and nod their head.

I really just hope that we’re on some intergalactic prank show and some creature is going to pop out from the other side of the moon, laugh, and point at the hidden camera.

Denver was pretty close to tying the record for most safeties in a game 😲

Meijer rocking some Air Supply this morning.

🤘🎵

MAGA: Stop calling us weird!

Also MAGA: Look at our commemorative JD Vance Semen cups!

Someone has recreated the MySpace experience and I love it! The site is called SpaceHey.

JD Vance is giving me Josh Duggar vibes.

10 years ago!?

Just finished watching the TV show Severance.

So so so good!

😂

If you hear them call Tim Walz “Tampon Tim”, it’s because he signed a bill to provide free menstrual products in school bathrooms.

Yeah, that’s all there is to is.

Scandalous 🙄

I did not have Olympics Satanic Panic on my 2024 bingo card 😂

A small snippet of an article I just wrote. Facebook dislikes outside links, so I’ll put it in the comments.

The policy agenda outlined by the Heritage Foundation represents a sweeping and radical transformation of American governance, society, and values. If implemented, these changes would fundamentally alter the role of the federal government, reshape the social fabric of the nation, and redefine America’s place in the world. The proposed policies touch every aspect of life in the United States, from healthcare and education to environmental protection and civil rights. They have the potential to roll back decades of progress in areas such as environmental conservation, social equality, and worker protections, while dramatically shifting power dynamics both within the government and in society at large.

Given the far-reaching implications of these proposals, it is crucial for every citizen to be well-informed about these potential changes and their consequences. Understanding these policies is the first step in engaging in meaningful civic discourse and taking action, whether through voting, activism, or community organizing. The future direction of the country hangs in the balance, and the outcome will affect not just current generations but those to come. It’s important to recognize that while some may support aspects of this agenda, many of these policies could have severe negative impacts on vulnerable populations and long-term national interests. Combating these extreme measures requires active participation in the democratic process, critical thinking about the long-term consequences of such policies, and a commitment to preserving the principles of equality, justice, and environmental stewardship that have been hard-won over many years. The stakes are high, and the need for an informed and engaged citizenry has never been more critical.

Izzy, I see you.

We were in Grand Rapids for a little bit and ran across the red hat cult on their way to a rally. It physically made me feel nauseous - like when I begin to feel motion sickness.

I think the best thing for all of us to do is take a deep breath, calm the mind and body, and then begin speculating as loud, crazy, and incoherently as possible.

I have read their Mandate for Leadership, front cover to back, over the past few months, and if I had to sum it up into one short succinct sentence, it would be this: more money for the rich hidden behind a culture war shield.

Nothing that I can discern in this policy document looks to do anything about expanding actual freedoms for your average person. What it actually does is shrink or eliminate almost any oversight, replaces much that remains with loyal political appointments, does away with public safety regulations, and paints it all in a top coat of evangelical Christian values.

I have put my Project 2025 policy list up on the internet now.

Since Facebook doesn’t share posts with links as widely as text posts, I’ll place the link in the comments.

I took all of the policy recommendations from Project 2025 and turned it into a straight bullet-point list.

It is 27 pages long.

I have finished reading the Project 2025 document. All inane 880+ pages.

I have written down thoughts and ideas from each chapter. Do I write this out or make a video about it?

I’ve been reading the Project 2025 PDF off and on for a while. I’m glad to hear others finally keying in on this nonsense as well.

🥰

From the NOAA NWS National Hurricane Center

000
WTNT62 KNHC 301536
TCUAT2

Hurricane Beryl Tropical Cyclone Update
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL       AL022024
1135 AM AST Sun Jun 30 2024

...RECONNAISSANCE AIRCRAFT FIND BERYL NOW AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS
CATEGORY 4 HURRICANE...
...LIFE-THREATENING WINDS AND STORM SURGE EXPECTED IN THE WINDWARD
ISLANDS BEGINNING EARLY MONDAY MORNING...

NOAA and Air Force Reserve hurricane hunter aircraft data indicate
that Beryl has strengthened to an extremely dangerous category 4
hurricane. The maximum sustained winds are estimated to be 130 mph
(215 km/h) with higher gusts.

SUMMARY OF 1135 AM AST...1535 UTC...INFORMATION

LOCATION...10.8N 54.9W
ABOUT 350 MI...565 KM ESE OF BARBADOS
ABOUT 460 MI...740 KM E OF GRENADA
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...130 MPH...215 KM/H
PRESENT MOVEMENT...W OR 275 DEGREES AT 21 MPH...33 KM/H
MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...962 MB...28.41 INCHES

$$
Forecaster Cangialosi

75° with a dew point of 72°.

🤢

If Richard Simmons was to make a new Sweating to the Oldies, the music would be from about 1986 to 2005.

I’m working through rewrites of my Beginners Buddhism (not finished title) book! I’ve put my “Welcome” and “Why Buddhism” chapters up on the ol’ interwebs if you would like to take a look.

Since Facebook does not like links in posts (the FB algorithm does not show it to as many friends), I will place the link in a comment to this post.

I have one of those Mandela Effects that I hadn’t heard of until today and it has blown my mind. In the James Bond film Moonraker, the villain Jaws meets Dolly and falls in love at first sight…… of her braces.

Her braces, his big metal teeth, true love.

Except, apparently, she didn’t have braces. Ever. I distinctly remember this sight gag. Many of us remember it. It simply doesn’t exist. She doesn’t have braces. Not in the set photos, not in any clips on YouTube, not in the movie itself. It doesn’t exist.

I’ve only just learned this morning about this. I will be spending the rest of the day in an existential crisis.

I woke up to find that the supercell spinning tornados near Tulsa is STILL active and tornado warned nearly 7 hours later.

What a horrible night.

There is a large violent tornado north of Denton crossing I-35.

ANOTHER chance for tornadoes tomorrow in Oklahoma and Kansas. If any storm cells fire up tomorrow afternoon, they have some of the most unstable air seen this year to develop in 😞

I’ve got a bad feeling about the weather in Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, and Missouri tomorrow.

We are likely to experience severe weather due to a prominent weather system moving through the region. This system (a Mesoscale Convective Vortex, MCV) was produced by a destructive thunderstorm complex over Kansas last evening and is now moving northeast across Iowa, southern Wisconsin, and towards central Lake Michigan and the northern Lower Peninsula tonight.

As this system moves, it will bring strengthening winds and increased atmospheric instability. The combination of these factors will likely lead to the development of thunderstorms later this morning through late afternoon. These storms are expected to form in pockets of heating where the sun breaks through the clouds, with surface dewpoints in the low to mid-60s, creating a highly unstable environment.

Although the overall wind shear is forecasted to be modest, it may be stronger than predicted, particularly in the areas east and southeast of the MCV. This could support the formation of organized multicell thunderstorms and possibly a few supercells. The main threats from these storms will be damaging wind gusts and isolated severe hail.

There are two potential scenarios for how these storms could evolve:

1. The thunderstorms that develop in Illinois could rejuvenate and intensify as they move over Lake Michigan and into Lower Michigan, despite the cooling effect of the lake waters.

2. Additional storms could develop directly over the Lower Peninsula as the MCV approaches and enhances upward motion in the atmosphere.

This does sound like something I would say. However, I probably can’t remember it because of how tired I was 😂

Latest prediction is for the aurora to begin intensifying after 3am…

😴

Solar storm is at a G3 (1 to 5 scale) at the moment, but I see nothing outside.

I love how many aurora photos I’m seeing. The last major solar storm was during the MySpace era and before the modern smartphone.

An extreme geomagnetic storm is ongoing. If you have clear skies that are dark, you very well might be able to see the northern lights tonight.

Are you or your company Y2K compliant?

From the National Weather Service regarding the tornado in Portage, MI.

Public Information Statement
National Weather Service Grand Rapids MI
516 PM EDT Wed May 8 2024
...NWS Damage Survey for 05/07/2024 Tornado Event...
.City of Portage Tornado in Kalamazoo County...
Rating:                    EF-2
Estimated Peak Wind:       135 mph
Path Length /statute/:     Around 11 miles
Path Width /maximum/:      Approximately 300 yards
Fatalities:                0
Injuries:                  0
Start Date:                May 07 2024
Start Time:                Around 555 PM EDT
Start Location:            Near South 10th Street and West R Avenue
Start Lat/Lon:             42.1864, -85.6672
End Date:                  May 07 2024
End Time:                  Around 617 PM EDT
End Location:              North of East N Avenue West of 31st Street
End Lat/Lon:               42.2449, -85.4711
Survey Summary: The tornado touched down near the intersection of South 10th
Street and West R Avenue and traveled east/northeast for around 11 miles
until it lifted north of East N Avenue just west of 31st Street.
Along the path, many homes had roof and/or siding damage. Two
mobile home parks were impacted with several homes destroyed in
each park. A number of business had significant damage along the
path. Multiple apartment complexes were also impacted with
apartments on Timbercreek Court seeing the most significant
damage. Hundreds of trees were snapped and uprooted along the
path. A large section of the roof of an industrial warehouse also
collapsed near the Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport.
EF Scale: The Enhanced Fujita Scale classifies tornadoes into the
following categories:
EF0...Weak......65 to 85 mph
EF1...Weak......86 to 110 mph
EF2...Strong....111 to 135 mph
EF3...Strong....136 to 165 mph
EF4...Violent...166 to 200 mph
EF5...Violent...>200 mph
NOTE:
The information in this statement is preliminary and subject to
change pending final review of the event and publication in NWS
Storm Data.

Today’s tornado emergency was the first ever for Michigan as far as I can tell.

All of the areas that were just impacted by a large and destructive tornado… are now in line to get hit by a severe thunderstorm with 60 MPH+ winds and 1 inch hail.

Areas in Kalamazoo County are being reported as “devastated.”

FexEx building reported as completely collapsed.

Tornado is now moving into Sherwood, Michigan.

TORNADO WARNING Tornado: OBSERVED Hail: 2.00IN 418 WFUS53 KIWX 072157 TORIWX MIC023-149-072230- /O.NEW.KIWX.TO.W.0011.240507T2157Z-240507T2230Z/

BULLETIN - EAS ACTIVATION REQUESTED Tornado Warning National Weather Service Northern Indiana 557 PM EDT Tue May 7 2024

The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a

• Tornado Warning for… Northeastern St. Joseph County in southwestern Michigan… Northern Branch County in southwestern Michigan…

• Until 630 PM EDT.

• At 557 PM EDT, a confirmed large and extremely dangerous tornado was located over Colon, or 13 miles north of Sturgis, moving northeast at 45 mph.

  This is a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. TAKE COVER NOW!

  HAZARD…Damaging tornado.

  SOURCE…Weather spotters confirmed tornado.

  IMPACT…You are in a life-threatening situation. Flying debris may be deadly to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be destroyed. Considerable damage to homes, businesses, and vehicles is likely and complete destruction is possible.

• The tornado will be near… Union City around 605 PM EDT.

Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Leonidas, Hodunk, Sherwood, South Butler, Girard, and Mendon.

This includes Interstate 69 in Michigan between mile markers 16 and 21.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

To repeat, a large, extremely dangerous and potentially deadly tornado is on the ground. To protect your life, TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.

A large and extremely dangerous tornado is on the ground. Take immediate tornado precautions. This is an emergency situation.

I made a video about the weather

I really hope something changes between now and next week, but the weather is setting up to be just as bad as last week. Expect a lot of storms, hail, and tornadoes.

Just sitting in the train, enjoying the scenery…

It sounds like Sulfur, Oklahoma, has taken a direct hit by a major tornado. It is still under 4 separate tornado warning at the same time. The storms are training one after another. Awful.

So… many… tornadoes…

100 separate tornado reports yesterday.

Today is expected to be just as bad or worse.

Search and rescue in Manila, Iowa, is having to scramble to safety because another tornado is coming through.

80 tornado warnings so far today.

Mile wide tornado in Nebraska right now 😲

Storms are already firing up. Some pretty large tornados have already occurred.

The weather for the central plains and the midwest is going to get pretty severe for the next 5 days. A little today, but a big ramp up tomorrow.

No, really? How does he still have a job?

Louisiana is getting nailed with storms this morning.

If you’re going to keep people on hold for over an hour… can we get more than a 2 minute song loop?

The shadow is coming!

Just gave the kids the eye safety rundown again. The school will be having a supervised viewing, but I want to make sure they truly understood what could happen if they decided to “just take a peak.”

Nnnooooooooooo. I suppose it can’t last forever.

Tigers are the last undefeated team 😲

Confirmed tornado in West Virginia. Nicholas and Fayette counties.

Storm threat has moved a bit south. Southern Ohio and Kentucky is in the line of fire

Things are going to be pretty rough this after and evening in Ohio.

Likely a bad day for Ohio tomorrow… again

Updated storm map

Storms today

With Cleveland’s loss, we’re on top of the AL Central!

I know it’s very early, but I’ll take it.

Tigers undefeated 3 games in!

I hope the Michigan Panthers game is a taste of what’s to come for the new UFL. It might stick around for a while.

Tigers are undefeated!!

Over the last several months, I have dedicated my time and effort to writing a book that delves into the teachings and philosophies of Buddhism.

I’m taking the self-publishing route. I intend to offer the book for free, allowing anyone interested in Buddhism to explore its contents without any financial barrier, though I do plan to put it up for sale as well. This project is a labor of love, aimed at spreading knowledge and understanding of Buddhist principles.