We are now in the time/space of April 3, 2021. Still flying through space, in our 250 million year orbit around our galaxy. It’s a safe bet that humanity won’t last that long. That gives us the green light to do what makes us happy in the present because in the long run, nothing we do matters much. Today is American Circus Day, Fish Fingers and Custard Day, World Party Day, Tangible Karma Day, National Don’t Go To Work Unless It’s Fun Day and International Pillow Fight Day. There’s more but this is enough. Did you know that Fish Fingers (sticks) make a pretty good fish taco? They’re shaped right, have a crunch, not bad. Now let’s see what happened on April 3rd. In 1860 the Pony Express began between St Joseph, Missouri & Sacramento, California. In 1882, Jesse James was killed by a gang member, Robert Ford, at his home in St Joseph. On this day in 1837 the number of judges on the Supreme Court was increased from 7 to 9. In 1845 Florida became a state. On this day in 1885 the US Congress passed the Indian Appropriations Act which made Indians wards of the federal government. On this day in 1934, John Dillinger broke out of jail using a wooden gun. Finally, in 1953 American magazine “TV Guide” publishes 1st issue, features on the cover the new born baby of actors Desi Arnaz and Lucille Ball. This is the birthday (1934) of Jane Goodall. She said, “Here we are, arguably the most intelligent being that’s ever walked planet Earth, with this extraordinary brain, and yet we’re destroying the only home we have.” This is the day that Joe Medicine Crow died at the age of 102 in 2016. He was the War Chief of the Crow Nation, a decorated veteran of WWII and historian of the Crow culture. He said, ““I was never a smart man to begin with, but I love to learn. This is the way to get somewhere in life.” Actually, he completed his Masters at USC. I try and follow his advice on learning. Another post is done. Have a good day. Abide.
