It seems that we are essentially over the flea infestation, finally. But I still have to do constant laundry, vacuuming, and spraying the carpeting, the upholstery, etc., only to ensure the cats don’t get re-infested. But the worst is over.

What a nightmare this has been. And to lose poor Lucy to a bunch of fucking fleas in a god-awful heatwave. It is so heartbreaking. (She had a stroke from the flea meds, even though I was using an all-natural topical spray on her.)

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Okay, so if you missed Phil’s live last night, it consisted of about 4 words: “Can you hear me okay?” And then that was it. Tons of loud feedback, and then it seems his microphone died.

He has not said when he will try to do the live again. but it was going to be a Rapid Fire Q&A, which I always enjoy. You can learn so much from those, really quickly.

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I thought this was interesting.

From Absolute 1776, A substack devoted to “Q for Dummies” — so if Q is new to you, and you’re interested in learning how Q decodes work, check it out. They are up to Chapter 16 already!!

“Chapter 16 of Q For Dummies is now out!

This Chapter covers a ton of current events, and takes a deep dive into drop 111!”

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News roundups from last evening.

Keyboard Operator –8/3/2024 Kamala picks someone under criminal investigation as her running mate (17 mins):

8/3/2024 Election shenanigans being investigated and exposed (17 mins):

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Sanity4Sweden – Shining English Woman in Stoke. United Flags in UK protests. A Hiding US Secret Service Agent (5 mins):

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Two very cool shorts from Matt Roeske –

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Ross K. Nichols begins a great new Saturday morning Bible study series.

“Deciphering Deuteronomy〚 The Most Important Book Ever Written 〛Pentateuch: A New Look

Deuteronomy is unparalleled in its significance. It has commanded immense respect and honor for thousands of years. 32 manuscripts of Deuteronomy were discovered among the Qumran scrolls, second only to the Psalms. It is among the three most quoted books in the New Testament, and Jesus of Nazareth reportedly claimed that the most consequential commandment is found within its verses. What makes Deuteronomy different from other books of the Pentateuch, and why is this book the most important book ever written?”

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And that is it for now. (PS: My hours change this week, and I’m at the train station, covering some vacationing co-workers, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday this week. I’ll still try to post, but we’ll see.)

I hope you are having a good Sunday, wherever you are in the world.

Thanks for visiting.

I love you guys. See ya!

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Another great live version of a classic Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers’ song. “The Wild One, Forever” Enjoy.

“The Wild One, Forever”

Well, the moon sank as the wind blew
And the street lights slowly died
Yeah they call you the wild one
Said stay away from her
Said she couldn’t love no one if she tried

But then something I saw in your eyes
Told me right away
That you were gonna have to be mine
One of the strangest feelings came over me down inside
No matter what it takes
I’ll never get over how good it felt
When you finally held me
I will never regret, baby
Those few hours linger on in my head forever

Well it’s too bad but I want you
To know I understand
Yeah it’s been a long time
But I don’t mind, yeah it’s all right
I understand

Because something I saw in your eyes
Told me right away
That you were gonna have to be mine
And the strangest feeling came over me down inside
I knew right away
I’d never get over how good it felt
When you finally kissed me
I will never regret, baby
Baby, those few hours linger on in my head forever
And ever

c- 1976 – Tom Petty