If you've ever been to Rocky Mountain National Park...it's not looking the way it used to be.
We've had huge wildfires erupt in Colorado -- one came terribly close to Estes Park, forcing evacuation of both the town and Rocky. (Grand Lake had already been evacuated, as well as some other areas.) A God-sent snowstorm saved Estes and slowed the fires' spread, as well as the help of firefighters and other personnel. (A heartfelt thank you to all of you from this Coloradoan.)
Things are still scary there. Scarier still, because we're now in Michigan, and can do nothing to help the kids if it gets dangerous. The closest fire to them -- Calwood, near Jamestown -- at about 10,000 acres, is approx. 60% contained. All the fires after it -- and there are a number -- are much bigger, in various percentages of containment.
All we can do it wait -- and pray.
Update: The snow IS helping. East Troublesome is still going strong, but many of the others are considerably more contained. See here for more.
Update: Amy Coney Barrett was approved, and sworn in as Supreme Court Justice tonight, Oct. 26.
Meanwhile:"Perfect" movies: the 25 best, as rated by viewers.
The Covid tally -- most infections, U.S. (India runs a close second.) Most Covid infections per capita: the U.S. is eighth, behind Israel, Panama, Kuwait and others.
A psychic resurrects one of Drew Barrymore's dead relatives -- only the relative in question is very much still alive!
Does Joe Biden think he's running against a Bush? Note use of the word "with," for Democrats who say he was referring to George Lopez, who was hosting the interview/rally -- and Mrs. Biden's muttering "Trump" under her breath. Whoo boy.
'My windowsill pond:' what happens if you scoop up a jarful of pondwater and place it on your windowsill?
The Strand bookstore in New York City is in big trouble... and in danger of closing.
Ten flea market finds worth a fortune. (From Listverse) Also from them:
Medieval era dishes you can make today.
A 60s-something retiree who lives beachside -- on $1,000 a month.
One of the best Christmas-themed stories I've ever read.
The Columbia disaster -- it was worse than most people realize. An article on the Challenger disaster is next...scroll down to read it, as well.
35 Christmas pies, including peppermint, eggnog and other unusual flavors. (From Taste of Home) Including this chocolate eggnog pie:
A therapist has unexpected bridal attendants in her party -- her students!
A creepy (and fascinating) look at where some of Colorado's unusual charaters are buried.
A mother's footsteps -- 13,000 years old
If you liked Ballad of A Sausage Roll -- I found a tasty update: fry up one of the sausage sections with chopped zucchini and onion, then serve it with a side of macaroni and cheese. Mix the leftovers together for another tasty entree. Delicious.
You might enjoy three of my other food-based blogs: Christmas Goodies, Holiday Goodies and Cheap Tasty Good. The latter is just starting up, but will include a lot of the frugal-based recipes Holiday Goodies has specialized in, as well.
"What's a life hack everyone should know?" A fascinating set of answers via Quora.
Joanna Gaines' best pancake recipe. (She makes her own mix, too.)
"Stan" the tyrannasaurus skeleton fetches 31.8 million at auction -- considerably more than its original $8 million estimate. (Fellow appraisers, take note.)
Some classics from yours truly, including:
Presents for less. (This should come in handy for the holidays.)
Saving on your food budget -- Part I.
Have a great week.
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