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Joe Skeen Campground - El Malpais National Monument, NM

After a short drive west from Albuquerque, we were fortunate to find a spot in this lovely free campground. All settled in for a few days - hope to do a little hiking and play a little golf. What a gorgeous evening here in the national monument!

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Too Old To Play With Toys: The Sad Truth Behind Sokka's Boomerang

This is Sokka’s boomerang: 

[ID: a screenshot of Sokka’s boomerang from Avatar: The Last Airbender. It has just been thrown, and it whips through the air in a rapid, whirling motion. End ID.]

And as we all know, it always comes back. This characteristic makes Sokka’s boomerang a returning boomerang, rather than a hunting boomerang. This is an important distinction to make, and it’s where the heart of this headcanon lays. Let me explain. 

Accuracy: What’s the Difference Between Hunting and Throwing Boomerangs?

There are three types of boomerangs: the hunting boomerang, the returning boomerang, and the cross boomerang. We’re only going to be discussing hunting and throwing boomerangs, but feel free to learn about cross boomerangs and their construction--they’re really cool. As a general note: the following sources and information pertain to Aboriginal Australian cultures. Boomerangs were used elsewhere, but mainly as throwing sticks, not returning boomerangs.

So, hunting boomerangs, also known as throwing sticks or kylies, have this basic shape:

[ID: a black silhouette of a hunting boomerang. It is shaped like a skinny tear drop, with a slight curve along its form, and it widens asymmetrically at its ends. End ID.]

[ID: an overhead shot of three hunting boomerangs. They are carved from glossy, light-brown wood. End ID.]

Artist: Aboriginal Elder, Joe Skeen Snr. Buy here.

The hunting boomerang is straighter, larger, longer, and deadlier than the returning boomerang. “With it,” states the Britannica, “animals were maimed and killed, while in warfare it caused serious injuries and death.” This is due to its shape, which allows it to travel in a relatively straight line. With its capability for distance and force, the hunting boomerang is a very powerful tool. 

According to Boomerang: Behind an Australian Icon by Philip Jones, a hunting boomerang can travel around 100 meters. If the boomerang is heavy enough, and the throw forceful enough, large prey, like kangaroos, can be killed. If you want to see a hunting boomerang in action, watch sections of this Youtube video. The range and accuracy of this tool are amazing. 

The returning boomerang, which was used in eastern and western parts of Australia, is very different:

[ID: a black silhouette of a returning boomerang. It has two arms that widen towards the middle and connect, forming an angled shape, like a triangle with two sides. End ID.]

[ID: a painted returning boomerang. The base is formed from a smooth, light-colored wood. Designs are painted at the end of its wings, in the middle of its wings, and towards its center. At the center is a stylized turtle. End ID.]

Artist: unknown, but sold by Aboriginal-owned business Murra Wolka. Website here. 

As you can see, the returning boomerang is shorter, smaller, and angled sharply. The shape of it allows it to trace an elliptical path, thus returning to the thrower. But this property is not without its drawbacks:

“A hunting boomerang needs to fly well and nearly straight to strike prey some 200 metres away. The trouble is that the best-flying boomerangs tend to return, rarely departing beyond fifty metres from the thrower. With the returning form ‘there is no certainty of hitting the mark. It may come back too quickly and may hit your own friends standing near you.’ While recognising that the best-flying boomerangs do return, Aborigines defined a technological problem. They needed to strike a compromise between flying ability and hunting requirements...” (Australian Museum).

Now, the returning boomerang could still be used to hunt, but not to kill or maim prey. Its application was craftier:

“When hunting ducks, for example, nets were set up at either ends of a creek or river. A boomerang was then thrown out over the ducks which gave them a scare so that they took off up the river and flew directly into the nets. From there they were collected. At other times during the hunting of birds the returning boomerang was thrown horizontally along the ground into a flock, and, as they took off the boomerang would follow them into the air. This may or may not kill the bird and a harder way to hunt” (murruppi.com).

Still, this wasn’t the main application of the returning boomerang. In actuality, it was used as a toy:

“The returning boomerang was not primarily designed for hunting as it is too light and wouldn't guarantee a kill. Rather, it was designed as a toy for young aboriginal boys. The toy would allow a youngster to practice throwing skills but still make it fun” (murrippi.com). 

So, Sokka’s boomerang? A plaything.

Let’s Bring It Back to ATLA: What Does This Mean?

With the above information, Sokka’s use of his boomerang in canon becomes almost tragic. His boomerang was probably given to him by Hakoda when he was very young. He used it to learn how to throw; one day, when he was older, he would have carved his own throwing stick, and used it to hunt alongside his dad and the other adults of his tribe. 

Instead, Sokka’s boomerang is another aspect of his childhood that was twisted by the war. His boomerang is--should have been--nothing more than a toy. He shouldn’t have had to use it to fend off Zuko, attack Azula, and defeat Combustion Man. Regardless, it did become a tool he used to help defeat the Fire Nation, and that’s pretty fitting when it comes to ATLA’s ideas of childhood and war: Sokka spent years acting as his tribe’s protector; Katara spent longer acting as a mother. Thus, his use of his boomerang throughout the show displays how Sokka was forced into a war-torn world at an incredibly, unfairly young age. As a result, he was forced to adapt in ways that took from him. 

And we’ve all seen Sokka’s boomerang in action. Here’s a video of his greatest hits--literally. His accuracy is insane, and he catches his boomerang every time. He’s more than ready to have a hunting boomerang, yet we see him use his returning boomerang throughout the show, and long after he earns his ice dodging mark. Tbh? I think that Sokka didn’t want to carve a hunting boomerang without his dad guiding his hands. 

So, you might be wondering, what happens post-war? 

Eventually, I think Sokka retires his returning boomerang and carves his own hunting boomerang, but the shape of it is particular: 

“Some scientists argue that a throwing-stick, commonly used by indigenous hunters around the world, is the precursor of the boomerang... Through trial-and-error the boomerang was refined to a point where the most desirable size, proportions and curvature were established. This refinement brought one serious problem: any improvement in flying resulted in a tendency to return. There is little doubt that indigenous hunters brought this experiment to its ultimate conclusion, by producing the perfect returning boomerang” (Australian Museum).

In short, making a good hunting boomerang is hard. Lots of trial and error, and still, hunting boomerangs come in a wide array of shapes. Thus, I headcanon that Sokka carves his hunting boomerang differently, as compared to the other members of his tribe--it’s more curved. This would show that although he's grown up and is in a post-war world, he's changed in some ways that can't be completely undone. 

In other words, Sokka eventually moves on, but the way he throws and uses his boomerang is going to be a little different.

Conclusion

TL;DR: Sokka’s boomerang is a plaything, and this has sad implications. But also? He never should have had one in the first place. Firstly, boomerangs were traditionally made from green hardwood, which I don’t believe can be found in the South Pole. I on god can’t find any authentic sources for bone or metal boomerangs. To be more accurate and still keep with the trend of throwing weapons, I would’ve given Sokka a nuqaq and darts or a bola.

Also, as far as I can tell, Sokka’s boomerang is the only aspect of Aboriginal Australian culture Bryke used in ATLA (I can’t get a confirmation on Hakoda’s name). This is cherry-picking to the max, and it perpetuates the harmful ideas of pan-indigeneity wrt one large, singular culture. 

So, if you enjoyed this, please consider supporting aboriginal artists and charities. You can buy aboriginal art from murrippi.com and Murra Wolka. This article here provides a list of charities as well as active GoFundMe’s for families affected by police brutality against Aboriginal Australians. Thank you.

Sources

“Hunting Boomerang - Extreme Range - The Aboriginal Karli” by Throwsticks Channel

“Boomerang Information“ by Murruppi, Djirrbal/Ngadjonji Tribe 

“Boomerang” by the Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors for the Encyclopaedia Britannica

“It Comes Back ... What a Nuisance!“ by Stan Florek for Australian Museum 

Boomerang: Behind an Australian Icon by Philip Jones from Wikipedia 

Murra Wolka 

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10 Great El Malpais National Monument Boondocking Free Campsites

The El Malpais  National Monument covers very vast and covers a large area of over 114,000 acres and offers a number of free camping options. There is a lot to explore and experience within a short time of like an hour and a lot to explore for a long period of like a week. The experiences you can get from this place range from self-guided trails and scenic drives to exploring the remote wilderness. You can hike along this area and get the best experiences with nature up to the top of the cinder cones and down the rugged terrains.

El Malpais National Monument has some of the best hiking spots that anyone who loves hiking experiences would like to explore. You can never go wrong hiking here and finding your trails. There are many beautiful geologic features that one can explore, such as cones, caves, and lava flows.

There are many beautiful caves to explore that give a reason to visit El Malpais National Monument. Researchers have been visiting the place from time to time and making discoveries, and it gives you a reason to visit and explore the different discoveries that are made from time to time.

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  History of El Malpais National Monument

El Malpais National Monument is located in Cibola County, New Mexico state. It is a high lava flow area, and the monument covers an area of 179 square miles, with 133 square miles of the total area being covered by black lava. The area became a national monument in 1987 after many years of negotiation, but the landscape has existed for many years, and people have interacted with it for over 10,000 years.

The El Malpais National Monument was named in the early 1500 by the Spanish explorers searching for wealth and new lands, which means badlands. They named this land malpais due to the encounter they had with the rugged lava flows. The American Indians who have lived around the badlands for thousands of years have always utilized the park for their traditional activities.

Places and things to do and see in El Malpais National Monument

The El Malpais National Monument is a vast and vast area with many activities to do in the area. You can visit multiple places here and spend around a week visiting most of these places. The park is full of adventure, and you can always have a good time visiting El Malpais. Here are some of the things you can do in El Malpais

10 Great El Malpais National Monument Boondocking Free Campsites

1. El Malpais National Monument Boondocking Locations – Less Than 20 Miles: – El Malpais Scenic ByWay

Address County Road 42 Grants, New Mexico GPS: 34.705776, -108.028586 Elevation: 7083′

Management Public – Bureau of Land Management

Free Dispersed camping in the Bureau of Land Management Rio Puerco District. First come -> first served. No reservations accepted. This is a high elevation location.

2. El Malpais National Monument Boondocking Free Campsites – Less Than 20 Miles: – Joe Skeens – El Malpais NCA

Address HWY 117 Grants, New Mexico GPS: 34.941908, -107.820155 Elevation: 6898′

Management Public – Bureau of Land Managment (Official)

The road in is Dirt. Joe Skeens – El Malpais NCA is open Year-round. There are 6-15 campsites at this location and the maximum RV length is 36′. You may stay see description at Joe Skeens – El Malpais NCA.

3. El Malpais National Monument Boondocking Spots – Less Than 20 Miles: – El Morro National Monument

Address HC 61 Box 43 Ramah, New Mexico GPS: 35.036999, -108.335999 Elevation: 7216′

Management Public – National Park Service (Official)

The road in is Paved. El Morro National Monument is open All year round. There are 6-15 campsites at this location and the maximum RV length is 27 Feet. You may stay 7 Days at El Morro National Monument.

4. El Malpais National Monument Boondocking Locations – Less Than 20 Miles: – Ojo Redondo Campground

Address Forest Road 480 Thoreau, New Mexico GPS: 35.158545, -108.108508 Elevation: 8815′

Management Public – USDA Forest Service (Official)

Ojo Redondo Campground is open June-October. There are 16-29 campsites at this location. You may stay 14 days at Ojo Redondo Campground.

5. El Malpais National Monument Boondocking Free Campsites – More Than 20 Miles: – Walmart Supercenter #2652

Address 1000 Robert Rd Grants, New Mexico GPS: 35.125303, -107.826272 Elevation: 6417′

Management Private – Retail Store (Unofficial)

6. El Malpais National Monument Boondocking Spots – More Than 20 Miles: – Petro Stopping Center #313

Address 1430 Motel Dr Milan, New Mexico GPS: 35.181, -107.9038 Elevation: 6529′

Management Private – Truck Stop

The road in is Paved. There are 16-29 campsites at this location. You may stay 1 night at Petro Stopping Center #313.

7. El Malpais National Monument Boondocking Locations – More Than 20 Miles: – Lobo Canyon Campground

Address Grants, New Mexico GPS: 35.20367, -107.71503 Elevation: 7437′

Management Public – USDA Forest Service (Official)

The road in is Paved. Lobo Canyon Campground is open May 9 for 2015. You may stay unknown at Lobo Canyon Campground.

8. El Malpais National Monument Boondocking Free Campsites – More Than 20 Miles: – Route 66 Travel Center

Address I-40 and NM state 23 Paraje, New Mexico GPS: 35.03244, -107.47724 Elevation: 5955′

Management Private – Truck Stop (Official)

The road in is Paved. Route 66 Travel Center is open 24/365. There are 30 or more campsites at this location and the maximum RV length is unlimited. You may stay overnight at Route 66 Travel Center.

9. El Malpais National Monument Boondocking Spots – More Than 20 Miles: – Pie Town Jackson Park

Address Pie Town, New Mexico GPS: 34.296906, -108.130104 Elevation: 7782′

Management Public – City Park (Official)

The road in is Dirt and 300ft miles from a paved road. Pie Town Jackson Park is open 365 days. There are 16-29 campsites at this location and the maximum RV length is none.

10. El Malpais National Monument Boondocking Locations – More Than 20 Miles: – County Rd 162

Address Fort Wingate, New Mexico GPS: 35.39849, -108.52882 Elevation: 7700′

Management Public – Forest Service (Official)

5 Things To Do At EL Malpais National Monument

The road in is Dirt. Came here in a 31 ft class C towing vehicle behind on tow dolly. I wouldn’t recommend for bigger rigs as we had some trouble navigating trees and turns (quite narrow) and no easy pull thru spots that we could find.

1. Hiking

The El Malpais National Monument has numerous hikes you can explore. You can follow many trails, some strenuous and covered with lava flows and other moderate trails in the trees. Some of these trails are pet-friendly, and you can carry your pet along, but others may not be friendly as they may injure their paws. It is wise to consult on where to carry your pets along without causing them injuries.

2. Scenic Driving

Instead of hiking or trekking, you can opt to drive around the monuments as you explore and enjoy the many attractions. You come across various attractions such as the ranger station and the volcano and ice caves when driving through the different highways. When opting for dirt roads, it is important to use four-wheel drive to have the best experiences.

3. Bat Watching

You can also go to the park to watch the bats. The bats fly out of the bats’ cave on a warm summer night on the El Calderon trail, searching for food. You need to visit El Calderon just before evening to see the bats.

4. Ranger programs

The ranger programs give you a chance to learn new things and explore with the help of a ranger. The ranger guides you on the different programs that you can undertake in your adventure. These programs are mostly available during the summer months. These programs include astronomy, bats out flight, and evening programs at the El Malpais visitor center. To take part in these programs, it is essential to check the schedule for the programs and book a month prior.

5. Photography

Everything about the El Malpais National Monument is beautiful. You can never go wrong with visiting the place to capture the beautiful and scenic views. If you are interested in photography or would love to try, you can have a lot of fun at El Malpais because you will have a lot of beauty to capture with your lens.

Our Top 10 Trail to Hike In El Malpais

When you visit El Malpais, one of the best things to do there is hiking. You, therefore, need to know some of the best hiking trails that you can follow to have an amazing experience. Here are the top 10 trails to hike in El Malpais National Monument.

El Malpais National Monument Hiking Trail #1. La Ventana Arch

It is a beautiful arch and very easy to access. You can comfortably hike here and even carry your dog without the fear of ruining its paws. It is a good stopover just off the highway. It is a relatively easy hike that anyone can easily hike. You get a very beautiful sight from the arch, and the hike is short and friendly for the young and the old. The length of this trail is around 0.4 mi.

Length 0.4 mi Elevation gain 45 ft Route type Out & back

Kid friendly Hiking Nature trips Walking Bird watching Dog friendly Views Wildflowers

El Malpais National Monument Hiking Trail #2. Big Tubes Trail

The giant tube trail is longer than the La Ventana Arch and covers around 1.9 mi. It is a great trail to hike, but you need to carry proper hiking shoes due to the rocky terrain. There are many amazing views and beautiful caves and vegetation that will give you the best experience. The trail is not very friendly to pets, and it is advisable to leave your pets. The caves are good spots to visit and a worth-it experience.

Length 1.9 mi Elevation gain 78 ft Route type Loop

Kid friendly Hiking Nature trips Walking Bird watching Running Cave Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife Rocky No dogs

El Malpais National Monument Hiking Trail #3. El Calderon Loop trail

It is an easy trail to hike with beautiful views of the forest, wildflowers, and lava tubes. The trail is around 3.8 mi and an easy one to hike. There are many beautiful caves that you can access with permission from the rangers. It is also important to check the best weather to hike in as sometimes it gets muddy and snowy. It is important to wear comfortable hiking shoes and walk to the trail’s end to have some of the best views.

Length 3.8 mi Elevation gain 374 ft Route type Loop

Kid friendly Hiking Nature trips Walking Bird watching Cave Dog friendly Views Wildflowers Wildlife

El Malpais National Monument Hiking Trail #4. Narrows Rim Trail

This trail is an out and back trail that covers 7.3 mi. The hike is quite a decent one, with incredible views from the edge of the cliff. There are few shades on the trail but beautiful views throughout the hike. It is an easy-to-navigate trail, and it is best to hike to the end of the trail to see the most impressive features. You can also carry your dog on this trail. It is essential to carry water along this trail as it is long and start early to get the best experiences before it is dark.

Length 7.3 mi Elevation gain 554 ft Route type Out & back

Hiking Nature trips Walking Bird watching Running Dog friendly Views Wildflowers Wildlife Rocky

El Malpais National Monument Hiking Trail #5. Ice Caves and Bandera Volcano

The trail is 1.8 mi and lightly trafficked by you, accessible all year round. There is much to learn on the trail about volcanic history. The trail is beautiful, easy, and well-maintained to hike. It is an easy hike, and you can easily carry young kids around or a dog but with its leash. It is a worthwhile trial to give a trial.

Length 1.8 mi Elevation gain 190 ft Route type Out & back

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Hiking Cave Views Rocky Fee

El Malpais National Monument Hiking Trail #6. El Malpais National Monument Sandstone Bluffs

Sandstone Bluffs trail is a short one of 3.4 mi km. The trail is very beautiful and a fantastic experience to explore the sandstone bluffs. You can see the fantastic lava black fields and lava flows on this trail. Despite being rocky, you can carry children along as it is not very long.

Length 3.4 mi Elevation gain 265 ft Route type Out & back

Hiking OHV/Off-road driving Walking Views

El Malpais National Monument Hiking Trail #7. Zuni Acoma Trail

Zuni Acoma trail s a long and breathtaking trail but requires a lot of caution to avoid getting lost. The hike takes a long time due to the rocks and finding the routes but still worth one to try. You need to wear proper hiking shoes with good soles due to the lava, and it is not advisable to carry your pet to avoid damaging their paws. It is a tough hike but a generally interesting, fun one to try. The trail is about 15.4 mi. in length.

Length 15.4 mi Elevation gain 285 ft Route type Out & back

Backpacking Hiking Views Wildlife Rocky No shade

El Malpais National Monument Hiking Trail #8. Lava Falls Trail

It is a cool hike to embark on and easy to stroll along the lava rock. The trail is only 1.1 mi miles but takes longer due to the nature of the terrain. It is easy to navigate when looking at the cairns. All you need is good hiking shoes with good soles and the spirit of adventure.

Length 1.1 mi Elevation gain 29 ft Route type Loop

Hiking Nature trips Walking Views No dogs

El Malpais National Monument Hiking Trail #9. Sandstone Bluffs trail

The trail is 3.8 mi and lightly trafficked. It is enjoyable to hike along this trail, and you can easily get lost because there are no cairns. The views are very beautiful from the top and very beautiful bluffs. You can carry kids along this hike, and the ay also enjoys the experience. In case you carry your dog, ensure it has a leash.

Length 3.8 mi Elevation gain 295 ft Route type Loop

Dogs on leash Hiking Views Rocky Scramble Off trail No shade

El Malpais National Monument Hiking Trail #10. Grants to Quemado Scenic Drive

This is a very long trail, and you can access it through bike riding or scenic driving. It is around 86.5 mi long, and you can drive or ride along to watch the wildlife. You can also hike as there are many hiking opportunities. The beauty of the wildlife and the views are breathtaking and allow you to experience the real country. Bikers can have a good time mountain biking.

Length 86.5 mi Elevation gain 2,864 ft Route type Point to point

Road biking Scenic driving Paved Views Wildlife

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Some Lists for the End of 2020

Below is a list of lists of things I read, watched, and listened to that made the year more bearable. 

8 Books I read:

The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison

Blue Nights by Joan Didion

Cassavetes on Cassavetes by Ray Carney

The House of Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros

Play It As It Lays by Joan Didion

The Rules of Attraction by Bret Easton Ellis

Salvador by Joan Didion

The White Album by Joan Didion

5 Comics I read:

Bttm Fdrs by Ezra Claytan Daniels & Ben Passmore

Locke & Key by Joe Hill and Gabriel Rodriguez

Nailbiter by Joshua Williamson and Mike Henderson

The Wake by Scott Snyder, Sean Murphy and Matt Hollingsworth

Wytches by Scott Snyder, Jock and Matt Hollingsworth

10 old films I watched for the first time and loved:

The Body Snatcher (1945)

The Fog (1980)

The Haunting (1963)

High and Low (1963)

Ikiru (1952)

The Last Picture Show (1971)

The Player (1992)

The Stranger (1946)

The Seventh Victim (1943)

Throne of Blood (1957)

5 new films that I loved:

Da 5 Bloods

Ya No Estoy Aquí (I’m No Longer Here)

La Llorona

Miss Juneteenth

Sound of Metal

All the films I watched in 2020

8 new albums I enjoyed

Alphabetland - X

Double Bind - Geneva Skeen

Father of All… - Green Day

Money Money 2020 Part II: We Told Ya So! - The Network

The New Abnormal - The Strokes

Shore - Fleet Foxes

Sundowner - Kevin Morby

Un Canto por México - Natalia Lafourcade

4 old albums I listened to the first time and loved:

Cole Español - Nat King Cole

Mad Love - Linda Ronstadt 

Ultraglide in Black - The Dirtbombs

Un Poco Más de Luz - San Pedro El Cortez

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On December 9, 2023, Tom Cherry's Old Time Radio Show returned to the Anderson Public Library to perform the Christmas classic, A Christmas Carol with Todd Terrell as Scrooge. Special thanks to Joe Skeen (Our special guest star!) and all the fine folks at the library for inviting us back!

Photograph by Cindy Lowe

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And Other Duties As Assigned, Part 2 - El Malpais National Monument, NM

I found a great spot in Joe Skeen Campground, plenty of space to park two campers and two trucks, as Dan is going to join us for the upcoming weekend.  I got all set up and went into town to get gas.  Got back to camp just in time to meet up with the guys.  I picked them up and brought them back to Joe Skeen for the evening.  Unfortunately, Bob was continuing to have an issue and because his insurance is Kaiser he needed to return to his home in California to get the issue taken care.  He was able to get a flight out of Albuquerque for tomorrow, so after I dropped off Tom and Doug at the trailhead, I returned to camp, picked up Bob and drove him to the airport - luckily, only a little over an hour away.

Just the two of them for now, hopefully, Bob will be rejoining them.

After returning from the airport, I hiked out to the Sandstone Bluffs from the campground, around 5 or 6 miles roundtrip.  What a beautiful spot!

Cool, old, stone house along the road out to Sandstone Bluffs, Mt. Taylor in the distance.

Amazing how square the corners were!

Westward view at the Bluffs.

Wow!  Good information to know before one goes hiking around the monument!

Enjoying the view from the Bluffs.

Beautiful formations at the Bluffs.

One last view from the Sandstone Bluffs before I headed back to camp.

On my walk back to the campground I ran into Tom and Doug, they were hiking the road and our paths just happened to cross.  I shared some oranges with them, which they were grateful for.  They continued north on 117, while I walked the mile or so back to the campground.  I picked them up later, after they had completed their miles for the day, and brought them back to camp.  Bob arrived back in California, planning to see the doctor tomorrow.

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"I See Dead People!"

“I See Dead People!”

I’ve been blogging for almost 15 months, beginning on my birthday, March 30, 2016. Because my website host keeps all kinds of statistics, I know I’ve made 317 posts (excluding this one). I’ve written 215 about politics. Three of my grandchildren have worked their way into print.

I’ve written about education, done a few film reviews, given my thoughts on events of social relevance and often wrote…

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Now I can dub the audiotaped meeting I called, and confession of Joe and jona pascua who both confirmed in tears on May 4th years ago, that all the numerous crimes they committing àgainst me was because of Kevin Trammel and that they're satanists who murder people. Jona pascua signed a WRITTEN confession as well! I'm going to put it on MP3 now and play it for everyone first! The cops know I caight them! Skeen knew that gavighan and the twi officers who came out on the call I made are GUILTY of breaking the laws many times over by not arresting them! They're admitted SERIAL KILLERS with and for the police and freemasons. Rose shiavi confessed too! Their Tennant! She told me they got paid to murder me!!! Jona pascua also informed me that Nasrullah Sahaf was having sex with my family and that kevin Trammel licked Christine's vagina on her birthday. June 29