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Curated Absurdity Food Minnesota

SPAM (part I of IV)

We blame UC#3 for today’s torturous tempest of a Spam BLOTT. Gentlepeople – I am still waiting on Securities Exchange Commission approval of our WLBOTT fund but should have it by tomorrow. But I wanted to explain one of the investment choices. Our most Esteamed Senior Elder, UC#4 (Señor Viejo), has a strong affinity for […]

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Alaska Climate Change Project 2124 Will there be a buffet?

The AMOC Diaspora (part II)

In one WLBOTT 2124 timeline, a major ocean current collapses, causing fairly rapid climate change to Scandinavia and parts of northern Europe. This leads the US to open up a large area of Alaska to the climate refugees, (or Frosties, as they become known) for the great Ice Exodus. In this Project 2124 timeline, the […]

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Adventures of the Elders Animal Kingdom North America

WLBOTT’s Peaceable Kingdom

Good morning, esteemed Gentleblotters, I hope all are well on this beautiful Saturday morning! Since the Elders of WLBOTT cover a wide geographic range, I thought it might be interesting if we list our suburban wildlife sightings. Here’s a partial list for me (Austin): frequent: Armadillo, possum, squirrel, deer, hawks, buzzards/vultures, a variety of beautiful […]

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Food Heros The Lowcountry

Gullah Geechee

This morning’s Guardian features a story about Sunn m’Cheaux and Akua Page, who advocate for the Gullah language and culture. On January 5th, 2024, WLBOTT had an opportunity to introduce our viewers to the Gullah culture through its culinary creation of Hoppin’ John. Let’s explore a little more…. The Guardian Article Today’s Guardian article describes […]

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Adventures of the Elders Alberta Will there be a buffet?

East of 60 / Unnecessary Farce

Elder UC#1 Checks In Busy time for me, doing the sound and lights for the local dinner theatre East of 60. So named because Devon is on the East side of Highway 60. And I always thought artists were creative! [WLBOTT Fact Check: Given our current understanding of “east”, we rate this as True] The […]

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Current Events Heros - NOT Nevada Utah Will there be a buffet?

A Most Freudian Typo

UC#4-SU was reading today’s news of the death of O. J. Simpson. His bio contained his stint in Lovelock Correctional Center outside Reno, for kidnapping and stealing his own crappy memorabilia. Then SU noticed an interesting typo. [ed. note: as a challenge to our artistic skills, we used a different shade of orange in each […]

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Food Texas

WLBOTT Visits Fredricksburg

Since we’re hanging out in the hill country, let’s head down to Fredricksburg. Fredericksburg is a city in and the seat of Gillespie County, Texas, United States. As of the 2010 Census, this city had a population of 10,530. Fredericksburg was founded in 1846 and named after Prince Frederick of Prussia. Old-time German residents often […]

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Alberta Texas

Enchanted Rock and Fairy Shrimp

Enchanted Rock is a pink granite mountain located in the Llano Uplift about 17 miles (27 km) north of Fredericksburg, Texas and 24 miles (39 km) south of Llano, Texas, United States. Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, which includes Enchanted Rock and surrounding land, spans the border between Gillespie and Llano counties, south of the […]

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Adventures of the Elders Alberta Heros

First Baptist Church – Edmonton

Today we celebrate The First Baptist Church of Edmonton. The church, under the leadership of Ryan Sato, is know for its friendly, welcoming congregation and “a desire to celebrate the God-given worth of every person”, a commitment to community (including its alliance with The Mustard Seed), incredible music (including a pipe organ, choir, hand bells, […]

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Adventures of the Elders Meaning of Life Outer Space Texas

More Eclipse Updates

As official sponsors of the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse, WLBOTT needs to reschedule. Two reasons: Deposits In Jeopardy: Rent-A-Druid The Wandering Druid WLBOTT Wonders: WLBOTT Wonders: WLBOTT Wonders: Modern Druidry Druidry, sometimes termed Druidism, is a modern spiritual or religious movement that promotes the cultivation of honorable relationships with the physical landscapes, flora, fauna, and […]