Robots on a Small Dairy Farm

We lived at a dairy farm many years ago. We enjoyed it. (Except for when the cows got out and went into our garden.)

In Graniteville VT, Robots operate on a dairy farm. The farmer says it makes for happy cows. Jennifer Lamberts says the automated milkers gives time for other farm duties and collects vital data about the animals. It also boosts the amount of milk being produced because the cow gets milked when it wants to.

I can hear a collected, "WHAT?"

I reread the article and the cows get milked when and as often as the animals wants. It didn't go into detail as to how, but I'd sure like to know.

Beautify America First

I remember a speech by Paul Harvey, the radio commentator, that ended all his broadcasts with: "Good Day." Paul made the case that the first duty to Americans is to make America great. He spoke of a time that the monies used were spent to make America strong and an example to the world. "People wanted to follow America," he said.

But today it seems like we have to give a lot away in order to gain any influence upon countries. Our leaders call evil, okay and good, evil.

I'd say let's get back to building up America, making our borders secure, our country an example. Then we can take refugees and help them become our citizens.

Cheetah Escapes

Sunday afternoon, Indianapolis Zoo was on a locked down.  A code red was issued which meant all the visitors to the zoo were to remain inside. All the visitors were moved to safe areas. A cheetah escaped. It remains a mystery as to how the animal was able to leave its cage.

The cheetah was located, and the zoo safety team used a tranquilizer dart to subdue it. (Zoo officials said the animal was behind barriers and was unable to get to public areas.) The cat ran back to its exhibit.

Around 11 a.m. a statement was released, announcing that all zoo guests and staff were safe and that Pounce, the cheetah was safe.

Americans Drawn to the West Bank

Mordechai Reich moved to the West Bank, 7 miles south of Jerusalem in 1994. "For me, Israel is a young country where individual contributions add up to create significant change, he says, a psychologist who immigrated from New York. "In that sense it is a land of opportunity, just as America is. We integrate Israeli culture and American culture, and the result is a strong culture."

There are approximately 15% U.S., Jewish citizens in the West Bank. Many have said it was their upbringing in the U.S. that brought them to Israel. Once they are there, many of them, help the new arrivals.

Roaming Buffalo

South Dakota, my home state, stays on top in the U.S. for bison production. A slogan known in the Midwest but not across the country is: "Bison, it's what's for dinner." I've eaten a buffalo burger. It's not as tender as ground beef but tastes good. 

There are 33,637 bisons in the U.S.A. Of that amount, 20.7 percent is found in South Dakota. The number two spot is our Dakota neighbor to the north. I've seen buffalo at different times while traveling across South Dakota. It makes me think about the early days of the wild west.

A farmer of bison, Mahoney says, "Cattle is much different from bison. The fences have to be much stronger. The animal is wild and has to be respected as such."

Mighty Zion Park

Located 160 miles northeast of Las Vegas, Zion Park is called a spiritual place.

"People are coming not only to tour the park but to nourish themselves," says an owner of a local antique shop.

With its towering sandstone cliffs and slot canyons shaped by the winding Virgin River, Zion is one of America's busiest parks. On the Emerald Pools Trail, one can see waterfalls spill from above while walking on an iron railing below. The river creates lush green vegetation and trees.

The most popular vista could be the Court of the Patriarchs, three peaks that reminded early visitors of biblical figures Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.

I would love to have a pad of paper, pen, and an open sky. The inspiration would be heavenly.

Is Trump A Bully Towards Megyn Kelly?

I usually don't write about politics, but Donald Trump's tweets were burning with criticism today. Read the below what Trump tweeted about Megyn Kelly. (All are from Trumps Twitter) Tell me what you think. Is he bullying her? 

Donald J. Trump ‏@realDonaldTrump  17h17 hours agoManhattan, NY

"@PatrickStinard: @megynkelly Kelly File was much better without Megyn Kelly. Her replacement while she was out on vacation was much better!

Donald J. Trump ‏@realDonaldTrump  17h17 hours agoManhattan, NY

"@mstanish53: @realDonaldTrump @megynkelly The bimbo back in town . I hope not for long ."

Donald J. Trump ‏@realDonaldTrump  17h17 hours agoManhattan, NY

"@MikeRaj7: @megynkelly Show has become a opinion show. Leading questions, Stirrwalt and Thiessen, used, Fair and balanced, NOT"

Donald J. Trump ‏@realDonaldTrump  17h17 hours agoManhattan, NY

"@ColeHudson68: @megynkelly @FoxNews @theBlaze @greta @OreillyFactor Megyn needs to go back on vacation. What a waste of an hour on Fox."

1. Donald J. Trump ‏@realDonaldTrump  17h17 hours agoManhattan, NY

   I liked The Kelly File much better without @megynkelly. Perhaps she could take another eleven day unscheduled vacation!

Donald J. Trump ‏@realDonaldTrump  17h17 hours agoManhattan, NY

.@megynkelly must have had a terrible vacation, she is really off her game. Was afraid to confront Dr. Cornel West. No clue on immigration!