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Stupid in America

 There are examples of complete and utter moronic behavior everywhere in the world.  American marketing tries to erase that and put on a glossy packaging on all its content that it spews out on media outlets. But non biased reporting many a times exposes the fallout of what a variety of idiots can unleash on unsuspecting citizens. A recent story that ran on NPR spotlights a school providing floor sealant to children as the breakfast of champions in lieu of milk.  Irony does not even begin to address this scenario where someone complained of foul smell leading to an investigation and removal of said offensive product from the beverage line. Side effects may vary - some children might have a very smooth colon here on out. I know it is insensitive in a woke society to make fun of this but c'mon people! Then there was the case of a psychotic, houseless male pushing a lady on NYC train tracks that killed her. This nut job was officially deemed to be off his rocker and sent away but a wo

Flushing Troubles

 This is not a moan episode about loo trouble. Not for me personally anyway.  But potentially for those that might have thought of taking a load off whilst wandering in a country where a Barista was brewing feet from you. I refer to the Starbucks policy of open bathrooms for all.  As a brand they certainly milk their customers on what is a basic caffeinated beverage but then again it implies certain conveniences even when you are not in the mood to caffeinate. Access to clean toilets worldwide where they have stores open.  Now this policy was amended in the past where only paying customers would be allowed the use of the throne.  But stateside politics led to policy amendments (race relations playing a part) to where they were again open to balance of fluids anytime to anyone. Enter the pandemic and margin compression with expensive resources to staff each location some of which spent some time tending to the fallout in the restrooms.  Now I know not exactly what or why but returning C

Charlotte Surrounds

 Today we explored UNC Charlotte. A wonderful campus in the heart of the Queen City.  Specifically loitered among the flora and fauna and vines of the botanical garden nestled in a valley inside the school campus. It was a wonderful day to stroll and admire a new part of this growing city.  Below are some pictures. Beautiful gardens sit amid the 1,000 acre University campus which is over 60 years old Sun mosaic of tiles hides under some Japanese Maple shade portal to some other place A quiet gazebo overlooking a waterfall lily pad and a garter snake share a pond time to eat Indian sliders - Vada pav at a local eats place finally time to get some groceries done