I couldn't stand the image they put on facebook when you don't have a picture, so this is very young Harry. Isn't he cute?
My first cup of coffee is consumed and am contemplating the day forward. I am well as of this moment as is my wife. Have been fiddling with my phone for the past hour not really finding anything interesting. I had been following this guy Frank Schaeffer, but had to hide him because of his relentless ranting. I know things are bad and the president and his minions are way behind dealing with this virus. However, I am sick to death of being hit repeatedly over the head with this sledge hammer of his under achievements.
Playgrounds are now closed. Probably a good idea by the governor. I am really a big fan of Gretchen. She is following the advice of the medical and scientific community and moving forward with fact based decisions. She is trying her best to keep things calm and to keep the untruths and exaggerations at bay. We are fortunate to have her as our state's leader.
Watching two completely unconnected series on Netflix and Prime. "Anne with an E" is a Canadian program that is a retelling of Ann of Green Gables. It chronicles the life journey of a young orphan girl through her adoption by a maiden lady and her brother on Prince Edward Island. The drama is somewhat tame by today's standards, but the character development throughout the cast is wonderful. Staged in the late 1800's and the programs show the customs and mores of the time (again very tame). It features strong female characters that function and shine in this time period. Definitely worth a look.
The second is "Hunters" available on Prime. It features Al Pacino and a notable supporting cast that includes Carol Kane, Lena Olin and Saul Rubinek (you've seen him in the Fabulous Mrs. Maisel). This is a troupe of Nazi hunters ala mid 70's. Lead by Pacino as Meyer Offerman they piece together clues and root them out for elimination. Al plays a Jewish vigilante as well as he plays an Italian mob boss, complete with Yiddish expressions and affectations. This is an appropriately violent show considering the subject manner but absolutely sucks you in wanting more. The villains are especially diabolical which makes it even more tasty.
For you social disancers, consider tramping through the Troy Nature Center on Coolidge north of Square Lake Rd. The center itself is closed but the trails are open. Its and easy way to find fresh air in a serene environment. There are deer wandering around at one point and they are quite accustomed to humans. It may be a good time for pictures. We did this yesterday and it provided a pleasant respite to all the isolation. Next week we are going to try the River Walk along the Detroit River. When there are few people, it is splendid.
Contemplating what to cook today, have some leetle potatoes, some tomatoes, mushrooms, garlic and a half onion, we will see what happens.
My friend John will be providing his weekly talk on Facebook Live this morning. I cannot say that I always understand all that his says, or that I am in complete agreement, but I completely respect his passion and point of view.
all for now
(told you there would be more writing)
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