Dear Madame Zoltar

Hello, my holiday treats!  How are you?  I am chilled, hear me brrr.  While online two nights ago, I noticed that the outdoor temperature dropped to 19 degrees. The teens, oh my.  Soon the single digits will be coming along.  When that happens, I am going into hibernation in my bedroom closet.  Wake me in the spring.  If only it was that easy.  Be prepared, my dears, for the worst in terms of winter.  I say that not as a psychic predication, but as an admission that even I cannot foretell Mother Nature’s behavior.  Nobody of this world.  So, pray for the best, but expect the worst.  We all know how brutal a Wisconsin winter can be.  Don’t be caught with your pants down.  Because it will be chilly.

Friday past was known as Black Friday and Monday was called Cyber Monday.  What most people don’t know is that the Saturday between them is Psychic Saturday.  Psychic Saturday is when most psychics do their holiday readings and conjuring.  I’m already done, with something for everyone.

Unfortunately, I did not make it to Monument Square before writing this blog.  I wanted to photograph the holiday decorations, especially the nativity scene and the “Light of Peace” obelisk, if they still put that up.  I’m considering petitioning the city for permission to put up a pedestal with a crystal ball attached to it next year.  There could also be a little dispenser of my business cards attached.  I assume that vandals will attempt to make off with the crystal ball, especially after bar closing time.  Therefore, my display, entitled “Great Balls of Fire,” will have to be anchored securely.  I also suggest that it be hotwired to local electrical lines at night.  If anyone touches the ball or tries to pee on the pedestal, zzzt!  Oh dear.

Have any of you driven through the new roundabout in front of City Hall?  All that pavement and landscaping and hardscaping seem to me to smack of conspicuous consumption.  That is, it doesn’t say to me, “We had deteriorating streets at the intersection and we wanted to make it as safe as possible.”  What it does say to me is, “Look at all the bells and whistles, everybody, woo hoo!  Oh, and keep your eyes on the road.”  However, as a monument to government overspending, it’s in the right location.

I also wanted to comment on Mr. OrbsCorbs’ blog, “I'm Grateful for the Education I Received,” http://www.jtirregulars.com/2012/11/im-grateful-for-education-i-received.html  That brought a tear to my eye and filled my heart with gratitude.  It’s so true that the things we take for granted are often the best things that we have.  Just being born in this country puts us at an enormous advantage over the rest of the world.  I stop at times and give thanks for all that I have and I am.  Give thanks, at least once a day.

That’s my blog for this week, my lovely Irregulars and groupies. Thank you for visiting with me today.  I am always grateful for your company.  I am always ready to say, “I love you.”

Roundabout or Fourth Circle of Hell?  Find out: madamezoltar@jtirregulars.com.

I’ve worn my winter jacket and my winter coat is ready to go.  Bundle up, my bunnies.  You never know when the dreaded s-word may appear.  Stay warm.  Susurration!