What I Learned Last Week

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I learned that because so many people did not abide by Prohibition's restrictions, the lawless drinker needed a moniker.  25,000 entries were received; the $200 prize was split between the two people who came up with what was deemed the most appropriate response - scofflaw.

I learned that migrating birds are not migrating.  They ought to be flying north now, but they are not.  Climate change seems to be the only reason for this uncharacteristic behavior. 

I learned that Amy Beach is the American classical music composer who has sold more records/units/albums(?) than anyone else. 

And I learned that our Felon in Chief, who posted then denied then laughed about his Papal impersonation, thinks that PBS and NPR, where I learned all that and more,  needs to be defunded... y'know,  like yesterday. 

My kids learned the alphabet  and how to count to 100 from Sesame Street. Mr Rogers demonstrated manners and empathy and inclusion.  I've bought every size Elmo over the years, for kids who are now parents of kids receiving them.

In high school,  I watched my mother laugh uncontrollably at The General, my first but not last silent film. I learned a healthy disrespect for MLB's statistics after Ken Burns showed me the Negro League players. 

I know that the man has no soul, but taking on Big Bird seems a little over the top. 

And so, to lighten the load, and in solidarity with Catholics all over the globe, I give you this.