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March 28
Orchids to
leaving the tree lights downtown on, they look beautiful with the blooming trees.
the lights still being up downtown because it is pretty, festive, and extra lights keep it safer.
the good column by Niki Kelly regarding some non-profit groups funneling dark monies into political campaigns.
the interesting, uplifting and wonderful visual effects created by the continued display of Christmas lights on the trees lining the streets.
the really wonderful nighttime shot of Cincinnati by Craig Dearing.
Onions to
the rush hour race car mentality drivers who are never satisfied with the lane they’re in, and throw caution to the wind at the flashing school zone lights.
the federal administration’s order to keep coal plants running, which will drive up utility bills and prolong environmental risks.
the state administration for cutting funds to programs that helped caregivers care for their disabled relatives in the home rather than institutionalize them.
the American politician whose unnecessary war with Iran has cost the lives of U.S. servicemembers, caused $4 gas and benefitted only Israel and Russia.
the whim of the elected one ordering the removal of references and imagery of slavery from all U.S. museums, parks and landmarks.
the person who’s sad about gas prices; we are making money off the higher gas prices, but that “we” is unfortunately not you or me.
self-appointed “defenders of democracy” who are currently tying up bills in Congress supported by 80% of the U.S. population.
the state representative whose mailing reads “putting Hoosiers first,” but doesn’t tell you he voted against the Indiana Constitution and for the federal elected official on redistricting.





