This Kansas weather

It's relatively cool, but that's only because of the cloudy conditions. But as we enjoy the weather, we wait for the storms.  Where they will hit and how bad they will be remains to be seen.

Sitting on the porch, drinking a bit of coffee and listening to the thunder (no rain) yet, along with the chirping of birds. Ain't retirement great.

Oh wait, here's the rain, light and straight down. An odd view in its own right.

Continuing abortion battle

Kudos to Oklahoma's governor for rejecting that states attempt to invade women's bodies. The right to an abortion is long established.

Shame on Oklahoma legislators.

Time flies

Here it is, almost two months after retirement and nary a word from me.
I'm shocked, but I've enjoyed the time so much.
That's not to say I haven't been watching the world, its actions and reactions. I've been disgusted and pleased, although I must confess, the pleasing moments on a state or national scale are a scant few.
Suffice it to say, the political world at both the state and national levels are disgusting, up and down the line. It's hard to believe our state leader can be that heartless — the only way I know how to put it.
Gov. Brownback ( pick the name you wish to call him) has certainly stooped to a new low. Let's face it, his actions as the state's chief are heartless, but also the most unchristian-like I can imagine. He's downright hateful to any but the select few.
Kansas will struggle for years after his departure, and might never recover.
His legislative henchmen need to go as well, although I'm sure not enough will be booted in the upcoming election. And that's a crying shame.
I'm not anti-Repbublican, but there are few in the Statehouse that should remain. However, I feel the same about Democrats, few as they might be. I find it hard to believe they can't work with legislators across the aisle to accomplish something; so yes, Democrats need to be replaced as well.
On the national scale, what can I say other than holy crap.
I thought I knew Jerry Moran and Pat Roberts. With Republicans in control, they're beyond worthless, going far beyond the party line. Moran long has talked about working with Democrats, but I'm confident he doesn't even know how to say hello to one.
Pat no longer is a Kansan, and should just go away. His chairmanship on the Ag committee is about as effective as Tim Huelskamp representing anyone other than himself, and he does a poor job of that.
Enough for now, but I hope to be back on a regular basis, raising cain and taking aim.
There's plenty wrong out there, and the hate needs to stop.
Until next time, be involved. It helps us.