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I have few thoughts about our government's latest shenanigans.  A Shutdown is an incredibly ineffective way to negotiate policy.  The Republican Senators should be fired. They have not shown up for work in weeks. If I didn't show up for work, I would be fired.  The people of this country, no, humans, should not be used as pawns in a disagreement. My dad worked for the USDA. We would not have faired well without his paycheck; even one. I can not imagine how these families are making it.  And while I'm here, they are being punished for a war about healthcare for people whose permiums are about to double ... Government workers have healthcare. They are should not be involved in this battle.  The Democrats have a revelant agenda. I doubt that this will it will work. If it does, Kuddos to them for taking on this huge injustice, but honestly, there has got to be better way.  Now for withholding SNAP benefits...As a follower of Jesus Christ I find this cruel. Mayb...

I started including Dia de is Muertos in my teaching about five years ago. It has such a sweet message of remembering those who have passed.  My parents.  I miss them.   I remember my mother's love of baseball. I did watch the World Series this week in her honor. I was sorry that the Dodger won, but we shall move on. I also had a diet Coke and chocolate chip cookie after we went to the temple. Her favorite combo.  As for my dad, I remember his zest for life. He was always involved in one of his hobbies...fishing, golfing, maps, or watching WWII documentaries. I may not have the same hobbies but I attribute my many projects to him. As for a favorite food, he loved just about everything, but I have many memories of him trying to make his mashed potatoes and gravy end at the same time. We had roast and mashed potatoes and gravy the other night. Mine worked out the first time.   So I with these recurdos I will enjoy my day of remembering those ...