Open Blog -Weekend

Baby knows best.

"Bethlehemian Rhapsody"

Four for Fridays!

Merry Christmas!  I'm filling in for THB because she and drew went "up north" for Christmas with family.  I hope you enjoy your questions this week.

1) Do you exchange gifts on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day or both?

2) Are you staying home or traveling for Christmas?

3) As a child, what was your favorite part of Christmas?  How about as an adult?

4) What is the true meaning of Christmas?

Thank you for reading.  Happy New Year!

Open Blog - Christmas Day

Have a blessed day.

Tombstone Limited Edition Pizzas

A bratwurst pizza?  No, thank you.  The same goes for Diablo.  I don't need any more fire in my bowel movements.

My ex-wife and I were regular Tombstone customers.  Now, I like Orv's Pizza.  But no matter what brand or toppings, no frozen pizza approaches the flavor of a restaurant pizza. 

Yummy Ice Cream?

I love ice cream, but I'd take a pass on chicken wing flavor.  I don't eat regular chicken wings, so I'd have little interrest in this.

Top 10 Media Thursdays

"A special thank you to Racine Uncovered readers"

From RacineUncovered:

12/23/2015 | Filed under: Commentary/Opinion,Local News | Posted by: racineuncovered

"We wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who reads Racine Uncovered. What started out as a tiny blog and grown leaps and bounds over the years, why? BECAUSE OF ALL OF YOU! With 2015 winding down we took at look at our stats today. We are averaging almost 80,000 unique readers per month and the year isn’t even done yet! Here is what we know in hard cold data. (We never thought in our dreams we would be typing in millions!) We not only have readers… we have DOERS in this community. Team Racine Uncovered steps up and help each other and the community out! Goal for next year ONE MILLION READERS!

"Unique readers: 955,031
Number of visits: 4,589,145 (averages 382,429 per month)
Pages read: 19,929,452 (averages 1,669,788 per month)
Hits:105,780,253 (averages 8,815,021 per month)"

Read more:  http://racineuncovered.org/2015/12/a-special-thank-you-to-racine-uncovered-readers/


Congratulations, Racine Uncovered, on your success.

Open Blog - Christmas Eve

Have a miraculous day.

"You want to take up more than one spot? Fine."

From Knuckledraggin My Life Away:

"Posted on 12/20/2015 by Wirecutter

 

 

"Posted in funny pics | 11 Comments"

 

Read more: http://knuckledraggin.com/2015/12/you-want-to-take-up-more-than-one-spot-fine/ 

 

 

I love it. 

Christmas Decorations

Yes I do have some more decorations to share with everyone before we leave to go up north. I am going to try to get some pictures to share with everyone while we are up there too.

                                        This is picture was taken on 4Mile Rd in Caledonia Wi.

                                          This picture was taken on Hwy 32 in Oak Creek Wi.

                                          This picture was taken on Hwy 32 in Oak Creek Wi.

                                               This picture was taken on Candy Cane Lane.

That is all the pictures for now I will post more when we get home. I hope everyone has a Very Merry Christmas.

Dear Madame Zoltar

Hello, my Christmas Elves! How are you?  I read somewhere that the lack of snow cover makes it more difficult to be in the Christmas spirit.  Our temperatures have been remarkable.  Not much lower than 30 now and often in the 40's, even the 50's.  I';m still waiting for the other shoe to drop.  January and February have often been bitterly cold in the past.  There's no reason to think it won't be so this/next year.  If global warming is fin place, maybe January and February won't be quite so wicked.  I don't even talk to Mother Nature anymore.  In fast, I haven't seen her in months.  I heard that they committed her.  If anyone deserves it, it's certainly her.

Of course, our delectable Green Bay Packers stuffed it down the throats of the Oakland Raiders last Sunday.  Thank you, gentlemen.  This Sunday, December 27. our Packers travel to Arizona to take on the Arizona Cardinals at 3:25 PM.  I'll be honest: I didn't know that such a team exists.  I've been in Arizona.  It's hot and dry.  I didn't know that Cardinals prefer that climate, especially since I've seen so many over the years in Wisconsin.  In any case, whoever they are, may the Green Bay Packers throttle them to within an inch of their putrid lives.

The standings of the Irregular Football League are at the right.  We're already into our final week and games.  My Screaming Psychics have a chance  at 3rd place, as do Mr. Hale-bopp's Half-Astrophysicists.  Playing in our version of the Super Bowl are The Mighty Bears  and the Racine Irregulars.  I'm not taking sides on this one because I love them both.  Who will win?

For Christmas this year, Señor Zanza and Junior hare selected a run down house in our neighborhood owned by a "little old lady" who is the sole owner and occupant.  She certainly can't do the house repairs herself, and her sole source of income is Social Security.  She can't afford to hire others to do the repair work for her.   Señor Zanza and Junior have chosen this project in order to demonstrate the meaning of Jesus' preaching.   God bless them all.

Personally, I've been giving free readings for an hour or so each day.  People are still unsure about our economy and our role in international  natters.  Those who can afford it, will have a happy holiday for sure.  The rest of us can only look on in silence.  That doesn't mean we don't have a Merry Christmas.  We just have to be more creative, and that's half the fun.

Here's a seasonal treat:



I wish you and your families the most blessed of holidays.  Thank you for taking the time to visit my blog.  I love you all, even the stinkers downtown.

The true meaning of Christmas?  Just watch the cartoon above, or contact  madamezoltar@jtirregulars.com

May the love of the season mush all over you and yours.  If you're driving, drive carefully.  Leave plenty of time early.  May our children come to grow in the light Christmas.  May we learn from the love of the holidays.

Open Blog - Wednesday

I'd like to spend a day with him, absorbing his wisdom.

What an odd looking porpoise.

Wow!

Poll - "Vote On The Worst Christmas Present Ever Given"

From Racine County Eye:

By Denise Lockwood in Community · December 21, 2015 · No comments

Credit - Racine County Eye

"We asked our Facebook audience on Friday what was the worst present they received and their answers were priceless.

"But we need you to decide the best answer. The person with the most votes will receive a present from the Racine County Eye. And we’re absolutely sure that it’s better than the one they received.

"And if you’ve got a better story, feel free to add it to our poll."

Read more:  http://racinecountyeye.com/vote-on-the-worst-christmas-present-ever-given/

Open Blog - Tuesday

Have a great day!

"Racine man nets near-max for stalking, threatening women, cops"

From The Journal Times.com:

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"This is a cropped version of a photo William E. Crockett                     
of Racine allegedly texted to women, including a Racine police officer. Crockett, 45, was sentenced on Monday, December 21, 2015, to 27 months behind bars plus 18 months on extended supervision for charges of stalking and unlawful use of a computer messaging system."

9 hours ago  •  By Kristen Zambo

"RACINE — A Racine man, whom more than a dozen women accused of stalking them, threatening them and sending them sexually explicit pictures, spoke passionately about wanting his “life back” — and not wanting to go to jail.

"He’s headed to prison.

"William E. Crockett, 45, of the 2200 block of Mount Pleasant Street, was sentenced on Monday to 27 months behind bars — nearly the maximum sentenced allowed.

"Prosecutors and investigators said Crockett, who previously worked at two Racine County prisons and as a mall security guard, sent threatening texts to women, including a female Racine police officer and then the female Racine County Sheriff’s Office detective investigating that allegation.

"During his sentencing, Crockett said he admitted to 'what I did' and was honest with investigators. But he said he didn’t want to go to jail.

''I never stalked anybody. It was a back-and-forth thing. I might have gotten carried away,' said Crockett. 'I just want my life back.'

"Racine County Circuit Judge Michael Piontek also sentenced Crockett to 18 months on extended supervision, calling him 'a danger.'"

Read more: http://journaltimes.com/news/local/racine-man-nets-near-max-for-stalking-threatening-women-cops/article_2c9a955c-c161-5f28-b936-1a5368148f51.html


He wants his friggin' "life back" and "isn't suited to jail".  What about all those women he's sent the full version of the above photo?  This ia a Class A Asshole. He takes no personal responsibility for any of this mess.  Send the full version of the pjoto to whatever prison he lands in.        

"Pile of televisions catches fire"

From The Journal Times.com:

9 hours ago  •  Journal Times staff

"TOWN OF DOVER — Damage was limited after a pile of discarded televisions caught fire Sunday morning near the Dover Town Hall.

"About 20 televisions were stacked next to an outbuilding near the Town Hall, 4110 S. Beaumont Ave., when the fire was reported just before 11:30 a.m., Kansasville Fire Chief Scott Remer said.

"The location was being used as a temporary television disposal site for Town of Dover residents, Remer said.

"The fire was quickly extinguished by Kansasville firefighters, with no structural damage to the building, Remer said.

"The cause of the fire is still undetermined. Damage was estimated at a little more than $400, Remer said."

Read more: http://journaltimes.com/news/local/pile-of-televisions-catches-fire/article_a7c2e2fb-1351-5edd-96b7-32380e85daf3.html


Must be a slow news day.

"Lost 3-Year-Old Boy Found With Family Dog Protecting Him"

ABC Breaking News | Latest News Videos

"A 3-year-old North Dakota boy who disappeared for nearly seven hours was later found under the protective cover of the family's pet dog, authorities said.
 
"Carson Urness disappeared from his family's 10-plus acre property in Cooperstown, North Dakota, around 7:30 p.m. Monday after being let out to play while his mom worked inside the home, the boy's father told ABC News.
 
"'She checked on him again at 7:30 and he was gone,' Carson's father, Brock Urness, said of his wife, Courtney, who was inside taking care of the couple's 11-month-old daughter while Carson played.
 
"'She looked around frantically for about 30 minutes and then called me,' Urness said. 'And I said, 'Well, where's Cooper?' and she said, 'Cooper is not here either.'
 
"Cooper is the family's dog - a German Shepherd, Labrador and Golden Retriever 'mutt,' as Urness calls him - that the family adopted three years ago after he was left on the side of the road near a relative's home.
 
"The Urnesses searched for Carson until 8:30 p.m. when they called 911. Less than 30 minutes later, the local police and fire departments had launched an aerial and ground search for Carson, aided by 200 neighbors, family and friends from Cooperstown, population about 800.
 
"'They had an airplane here searching for him and 60 four-wheelers and people looking on foot and didn't find anything,' Urness said.
 
"Just before officials planned to call off the search for the night, around 2:30 a.m., officials decided to send out one last four-wheeler for a final sweep of the property.
 
"'That four-wheeler found him about a mile away from our house, in the middle of one of our fields by a pasture,' Urness said. 'Carson was in tall grass but when they shone lights down to sweep it, the dog stuck its head out.'
 
"Carson was found safely underneath Cooper, who was laying on the boy, presumably to protect him from the 40-degree temperatures that night."

Read more: http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/headlines/2014/05/lost-3-year-old-boy-found-with-family-dog-protecting-him/

 
Good doggy!

Christmas Decorations 2015!

Yes I am going to post more Christmas Decorations today. These will be from around town and some I have seen in other towns driving around this year.

This picture was taken on Ryan Rd. in Oak Creek Wi. I seen it when we went to Candy Cane Lane and I told Drew I wanted to stop on the way home to get a picture.

       This picture was taken on 4Mile Rd in Caledonia Wi on my way to pick up Drew from work.

                                             This picture was taken on Main St. in Racine Wi.

                                            This picture was taken on Main St. in Racine Wi.

                                                   This picture was taken in Pickeral Wi.

                                                   This picture was taken in Pickeral Wi.

I do have more pictures and I will try to get more on here before we leave to go up north on Wednesday. I hope everyone enjoys the pictures. Have a great day and try to stay dry with the rain today.

Open Blog - Monday

It's official tonight: winter is here. (Expletive deleted!)

"2016 Splash And Dash Set For Jan. 1"

From Racine County Eye:

By Denise Lockwood in Business · December 17, 2015 · No comments

"So with the warm weather, maybe this would be a good year to take a dip in Lake Michigan for the 2016 Splash and Dash at noon Jan. 1

"Held at North Beach, the Racine Yacht Club will open its doors to the public at 7 a.m. Those brave enough to take on the challenge are being asked to bring food and cash donations to help support the Racine County Food Bank, HALO, the Hospitality Center and the Kiwanis Club Scholarship Program.

"Click here for more information: Splash and Dash 2016 "

Read more: http://racinecountyeye.com/19960-2/ 


I still say that anyone who does this is nuts. 

"12/21/15-Memorial Service for the homeless who passed away in our community"

From RacineUncovered:

12/18/2015 | Filed under: Local News,Community Calendar | Posted by: racineuncovered

The Continuum of Care for the City and County of Racine
invites you to join us for
A memorial service to honor the lives of those in our community who have passed away while homeless Where: Atonement Lutheran Church 2915 Wright Avenue, Racine WI When: Monday, December 21st, 2015 at noon

Read more: http://racineuncovered.org/2015/12/122115-memorial-service-for-the-homeless-who-passed-away-in-our-community