The world is strife

Air temperature 38 F, wind southwest about 4 mph, partly cloudy. Judging by the hostas in the neighborhood, we have had a spotty frost. Maybe that will convince the oaks to get a move on with this autumn color thing. Foraging morning, appointment afternoon.

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Shun the frumious bandersnatch.

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Resident chipmunk sitting on our front porch above its burrow, surveying the acorn supply.

Avian movement

Five turkey vultures soaring over the park, with a crow that seemed offended by the competition. Vultures migrate, so the crow should have a clear field soon.

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The problem with democracy is that a lot of people don't want what you want. They even think that what you want is a bad thing. Preaching to your own choir doesn't really advance your brand . . .