
Bedford Ramblings
Steve Mills and his wife have one daughter. They previously owned two coffee/ice cream shops, currently operate an internet sales company and teach classes, but his primary job involves the paper industry worldwide. Hobbies and interests lie in gardening, photography, recorded music and of course, their pets.
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Getting my attention by getting on my level
Posted Thursday, January 21, 2021, at 8:38 PM3I was late getting their food one day so this enterprising young cat decided to get up level with our second floor, bedroom window. The stare was too much. I went down to feed. -
What do the Democrats gain from impeaching Trump after he has left office?
Posted Thursday, January 21, 2021, at 4:13 PM9I might have one answer but cannot believe (strike that, I can believe) that the Democratic leadership is being so petty. One real possible benefit of impeaching Mr. Trump from a position he no longer holds is that if impeached, he cannot run for or hold another office in the Federal government... -
Defund the police? How about giving a bonus?
Posted Wednesday, January 20, 2021, at 11:39 AM3Lately I have been searching for news that uplifts, makes one smile, be proud, maybe even get a little teary eyed. God knows we need it. How about this police officer using a shoplifting call to help some folks who had fallen on hard times?... -
Mother and daughter taking advantage of the few sunny days and warmth
Posted Saturday, January 16, 2021, at 9:55 AM2Momma is on the right. She is a little but friendly during feeding time but daughter will probably never get cozy, with me that is. She is also one of the elusive females that we have not caught yet for her trip to the vet. -
Always had an interest in photography. How about you?
Posted Wednesday, December 30, 2020, at 11:39 AM3My love of a great photo goes back to black & white photography lab and Dr. Baldwin at MTSU. I eventually got my own darkroom, did some commercial and sports photography but nature had a special place to just enjoy. This sky photo was grabbed last night with my phone because as many of you know, these shots are there for very short times. By the time I go in to get the SLR, it is totally different, if not gone entirely... -
Now this truly sounds like GOOD NEWS for those experiencing sleep disruption from bad dreams.
Posted Thursday, December 17, 2020, at 7:57 AM2There are two links here to let your read about the young man who developed this positive use of technology and then the company that is bringing the technology to the market so those suffering (in particular PTSD patients) can get the benefits... -
For those who don't like weeding their garden. consider this.
Posted Wednesday, December 16, 2020, at 10:14 AM5I know we don't have royalty or monasteries scattered around but consider doing some weeding and finding treasures like this. My regular garden has been tilled too many times to find something like a stash of gold but just last night I was thinking about some places on our farm where the previous owners threw their big trash. who knows what treasure they threw away?... -
Nature’s wonder.
Posted Tuesday, December 15, 2020, at 10:27 AM3Apparently made from calcium carbonate and only accessible by boat or kayak. The rock above is not colored blue so apparently the minerals in the water created this look. -
A massive apology for missing December 7th, Pearl Harbor Day
Posted Tuesday, December 8, 2020, at 10:25 AM4It was different times in our World and while those who lost loved ones in both the attack and WWII will never forget, there is a real possibility that the World may eventually forget. This is not to disparage any country or race. Rather it is to remember those who died in a world conflict that can hopefully be avoided in the future through remembering the past... -
A quick note to our "paws" Secret Santa.
Posted Friday, December 4, 2020, at 2:15 PMOnce again, thank you very much. At one time I thought I knew who you were but the counter folks are very good at keeping the secret and I am starting to doubt myself. -
An interesting look at farming and society in Great Britain during WWII
Posted Thursday, December 3, 2020, at 10:39 AM3Most of you know my interest and support of agriculture so you won’t be surprised that I ran across this 8 part video presentation of a realistic look at what farmers went through in Great Britain just before, during and even after World War II. The Wartime Farm... -
Watching the Auburn Tennessee game was encouraging yet sad.
Posted Saturday, November 21, 2020, at 8:11 PM5I only lasted until half time so I will have to allow for the final score tomorrow, but I found it encouraging that Tennessee was holding their own. The sad part was the coverage and lack of fans in the crowd. Lack of fans is a common thing these days but no commentator besides the announcer over the PA system and they were using the guide-wire cameras for coverage. ... -
Store your meat for 2 years on the shelf? Not a refrigerator or freezer shelf. How about food packaged in cucumbers?
Posted Wednesday, November 18, 2020, at 10:06 AM3Yikes, can you imagine what that might look/smell like, let alone taste? Apparently it is already being done on a small basis right now and should gear up after patents are gained. It involves vacuum sealed packages, heated to 160 degrees. I don't know if steak can be rare, medium or whatever but survivalists will go crazy. They refer to it as sous-vide so that makes it sound better I suppose. LOL... -
Want to unify the Nation? Wouldn't a clear victory help that?
Posted Wednesday, November 11, 2020, at 9:56 AM104Sorry, I could not help but write again when I see headlines about Harris/Biden wanting to unify the Nation. The people and party that tore this Nation apart for four years throwing their tantrum is now wanting us to fall in line and make nice in what is still a disputed election?... -
Cheyenne or Fernando?
Posted Sunday, November 8, 2020, at 7:35 PM9This little boy brought tears to my eyes this morning because I think he has gotten over the hump on his way to regaining health. I have been surprised once before and don’t want to jinx it but he is finally eating whole food. Six days ago I felt that he was in the verge of leaving us and expected every morning of finding him gone or on his last breath. ... -
I plan to resume my life, how about you?
Posted Thursday, November 5, 2020, at 10:39 AM133Not that I was in suspension, but this election took up way too much of my energy and at my age, it was exhausting. We did not see the mandate for either side as I had hoped and with the absentee vote is question, we may not see an answer for a while, but I plan to be a spectator and try my best to stop commenting. There are no undecided votes to sway so .... for me, the election is over, even though the counting continues... -
Everyone loves the lockdown. We have to follow the science! Right?
Posted Wednesday, October 28, 2020, at 1:33 PM31Do you think these were Trump supporters who attacked a security guard in downtown Chicago? If they were, it would have made the National and probably International headlines. But they don't appear to be and what if that security guard used lethal force to defend themselves?... -
Something we have learned about the national media, headlines and content
Posted Wednesday, October 28, 2020, at 9:54 AM14I will let you decide what it is we have learned. Here is a headline from today's CNN new front page: "White House lists ending Covid-19 as an accomplishment despite cases spiking to record levels." Within the article you will find these statements:... -
My opinion on Mr. Trump (and a few other things)
Posted Tuesday, October 27, 2020, at 11:08 AM29I rarely commit to voting one particular party, although on a National basis it is usually Republican because no one produces a viable candidate and the Democrat agenda scares the ever loving crap out of me. Not always the promoted agenda but what I see/hear coming from their lips BEFORE they knew they would be a candidate. If you are a Trump Hater, AT THE VERY LEAST, don't let the Democrats control both houses... -
Hunter Biden is small potatoes but his father's involvement is critical.
Posted Thursday, October 22, 2020, at 3:33 PM6Most Liberal news outlets (most outlets) are always picking on Mr. Trumps business connections. How much has he made on this....... How has his family benefited from this..... All were usually met with major headlines but where are the headlines about Joe Biden's apparently benefiting from his political connections? And his family seem like many have cashed in somehow. ...
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