What's on My Mind Today: I am researching the merger of the AFL-CIO and I am so engrossed in what they have done, as well as what they still need to accomplish. I am writing a piece for the Cleveland Stater's special series, "History at Your Doorstep."
I am wondering if I could find folks who remember, possibly were involved. Let me know. Thanks.
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Beware of Flooding
What's on My Mind Today: All I am seeing are updates about flooding in the surrounding areas in Northeast and Northwest Ohio. Please heed these warnings.
If you should see standing water, DO NOT underestimate the depth of that water and drive through it. Also, beware of fast-flowing water on roadways...that's a warning sign to flash flooding.
Flash floods are just that...flooding that happens out of nowhere. This usually occurs when water levels crest about flood stage. This is very dangerous and is difficult to predict. As the overflow of water fills the storm drains and sewers it backs up onto the roadways. In low lying areas the water collects and turns into a mini lake very quickly and vehicles become flooded.
The potential for true issues is much greater when you try to drive through, so be safe and find an alternate route.
If traveling somewhere new check out the local TV channels websites where these kind of alerts are continuously updated.
For you fishing people: No fish are worth the danger; the fish will still be there when the rivers slows down the the mud settles!
If you should see standing water, DO NOT underestimate the depth of that water and drive through it. Also, beware of fast-flowing water on roadways...that's a warning sign to flash flooding.
Flash floods are just that...flooding that happens out of nowhere. This usually occurs when water levels crest about flood stage. This is very dangerous and is difficult to predict. As the overflow of water fills the storm drains and sewers it backs up onto the roadways. In low lying areas the water collects and turns into a mini lake very quickly and vehicles become flooded.
The potential for true issues is much greater when you try to drive through, so be safe and find an alternate route.
If traveling somewhere new check out the local TV channels websites where these kind of alerts are continuously updated.
For you fishing people: No fish are worth the danger; the fish will still be there when the rivers slows down the the mud settles!
Friday, March 4, 2011
Insomnia
What's on My Mind Today: I have had this problem for years, ever since I worked for the U.S. Postal Service. Ensuring your mailman can get the mail to you is a 24-hour operation. I worked at one of the largest post offices in the Cleveland area and started my shift at midnight or 1 a.m. with mandatory, regular overtime. But this was way before the Internet became popular and mail volume decreased drastically.
But working that shift for nearly seven years makes it impossible to sleep like normal people without the use of sleeping aids. This is why I am blogging at nearly 4:30 a.m., but I have been up for over 2 hours. Tonight, I filled out some job applications which prayerfully will turn into a permanent job.
Since I am up, I am either going to working on my new short story or read a book...that's what I do!
For all you insomniacs, I hope you get some sleep soon!
But working that shift for nearly seven years makes it impossible to sleep like normal people without the use of sleeping aids. This is why I am blogging at nearly 4:30 a.m., but I have been up for over 2 hours. Tonight, I filled out some job applications which prayerfully will turn into a permanent job.
Since I am up, I am either going to working on my new short story or read a book...that's what I do!
For all you insomniacs, I hope you get some sleep soon!
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