Thanks for posting your comments here; the interaction is essential to me. Some people haven’t yet figured out that the blog is a memoir, essentially the story of one pilgrim’s search for the meaning of his life. So yes, I often write about myself since that is mostly what the blog is about.  That is not an excuse for hatred and intrusion. I’m no longer posting comments about that issue; if people haven’t figured it out by now,  they aren’t going to. I love the comments I see, pro or con; they are informative, uplifting, and meaningful. We are a safe zone; there is no cruelty, conspiracy, or hatred allowed. And I don’t argue my beliefs or positions over the Internet; that is a path to mental illness.  – Keep on posting, and thanks again. – Jon

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The new reality of climate change:

“Yes, we are living the new reality. We are living in our basement. A block away from our home a tornado hit a few weeks back. Another hit a town nearby a couple of days ago, causing millions of dollars of damage (there were eight altogether in the lower half of Wisconsin that particular day). Wisconsin had its first February tornado in history this year, and that one did damage, too. And yesterday, the heat index was 110. MS and heat don’t mix well!” – Wisconsin Jean

“I fear you are right, Jon. I remember that 80 degrees Fahrenheit was considered an extremely hot day when I was a child (I was born in 1944). I often wonder how my mother and grandmother would have coped on these extremely hot days with temperatures rising to 100 degrees. I’m sure they wouldn’t.”
Pauline. England

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Happy Flower Art Day, Monday

“I love that last black and white flower photo…..as you know (from previous comments), how much I love black and white. It’s spectacular! And…..Ian, a chess game (or two) and pizza? What could be a more enjoyable evening? I am fairly certain a new poem or two might be read also! Susan M—

“Observing your evolution has been a privilege, informative, and a joy. I have learned a lot about myself, too.”  Barbara S

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Chronicles Of Aip

Jeanne: Always look forward to your posts, especially that scoundrel Zip

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More Flower Art, Tuesday.

“You captured the heart and soul of the flowers in these photos, and they are stunning. ..Anne.

The last photo of the deep purple bell-shaped flower glows from within, Jon! You captured its *heart* perfectly!”
Susan M

“You deserve to be excited – this mix has some beauties! “DotD