…Well, Friday the 13th turned out to be quite unlucky for the half million passengers who were stranded when the FAA grounded all flights. What a boondoggle!!…

…That incident, along with this week’s Nvidia fiasco makes me wonder if  we have gotten too dependent on individual tech suppliers. Have you discussed this with your buddy, the Sec of Commerce? ….

… When an Army sentinel has to remind his boss to “maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect at all times,” it’s an indicator that the guy does not appreciate the kind of discipline required of folks in the military. …

… I encourage you to wear both a red & white poppy on your lapel.  I’m sure you’re familiar with the red one that honors those who died in battle, but you may not know about the white one that signifies the hope that we never have another war.

… Did you see SNL this weekend? NBC is showing the opening where James Talarico had a cameo….

… you can be like the vendors in Ephesus as described in Acts 19:19. The New King James Bible translates this verse as “Also, many of those who had practiced magic brought their books together & burned them in the sight of all. …

…the voters of Maricopa County elected a19-year old to be the clerk of their Superior Court. …

… It seems to have already begun with Melania stepping up to become a diplomat! She must be thrilled by the Order of Princess Olga, First Class award she received from Ukraine at her event yesterday. …

…Yesterday, your surprise was to spend the day attending the Topping Off Ceremony(TOC)  at the WH Ballroom. …

I’m not sure what to say to help you make sense of your loss yesterday. Maybe, words won’t ameliorate the feelings you have. …

…Your schedule indicates you will be distracting yourself with some meetings, including one with our “Ambassador to Portugal.” What’s up with that? Are you planning to talk to John Arrigo (JJA) about golf or something more substantial? …

… Speaking of genius, did you see the article in today’s G that featured James Talarico? …

…I’m afraid you may let loose & say something so outrageous that even Blake “Brick Suit” Marnell will turn on you. …

Was the candy distribution at the WH on Thursday fun? …

…I hope you have a blast at the event in Daytona Beach tonight. Many of your “Front Row Joes” will be cheering you on….