For much of human history, humans ate with their hands. Over centuries, slowly changed from hands to hands and certain forms of utensils to what is today the fork, spoon and knife.

Spoons and knives came first. Spoons a chip of wood. Knives the weapon most carried daily on their bodies in Medieval Europe. Hands still the primary utensil, however. At one time stale bread became a utensil of sort. Food was placed by hand on the hard bread and eaten therefrom.

The fork came last. It had its beginnings in ancient Greece and Rome. Primarily used as a cooking utensil. To cook hot foods. Eventually moved on to be used for actual eating purposes in lieu of the hand.

The fork had a religious problem. Many believed God had provided the “natural fork.” Fingers.

The English were the last to use the fork. Forks were considered “unmanly” by them.

Use of the three primary utensils, to wit: the fork, spoon and knife, became common place as time wore on. Hands remained involved also during this time frame. Hands still used today for certain eating purposes. Eating pizza,  burgers, sandwiches, French fries and fried chicken.

New York City Mayor Mamdani turned out to be a kingmaker in yesterday’s New York City Democratic primaries. Socialist Democrats swept key races defeating incumbents. Mamdani proving to be a strong popular politician.

Sunbathing. A popular pass time. Something most of us have done at one time or another. Now comes a new somewhat similar pass time: Starbathing. Laying bare ass in the backyard or on a beach looking up at the sky. Even simply sitting clothed on the porch and looking up at the stars.

Star gazing experts claim three benefits arise from the activity. It calms the nervous system, provides a natural source of awe, and is free and accessible.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has to go. He has not abandoned his anti-vaccine agenda…..all to the detriment of old and young alike.

McDonald’s fried apple pie was a hit. It has returned and is not.

For some unknown reason, McDonald’s removed its popular apple pie from the menu in 1992. Decided now to return it. Getting mixed reviews. Too many negatives. Seems to have something to do with its sweetness. The new one has a strange sweetness to it. Some say it is the artificial sugar being used this time around.

The first Masonic Grand Lodge was formed in London this day in 1717.

Leonardo da Vinci: “You can have no dominion greater or less than that over yourself.”

A growing body of research now links a daily serving of prunes to a number of health benefits.

I recall as a young one my mother pumping prunes into me every day. She and other mothers even back then were aware of the natural benefits involved. Nothing new today. At best, a reminder.

Media claims gasoline prices have fallen for the sixth consecutive week below $4 a gallon. Not in Key West! We have not seen it yet. The best low $4.19 per gallon.

The Key West Firehouse Museum on Grinnell St. is soon to reflect history big time. The exhibit of a rare 13 star American Flag and a special Key West lime pie exhibit. The flag will be exciting to view. Pie pieces free as long as any is left. Once eaten and gone, no more.

The Fire House Festival will take place July 1 to July 5.

Local talent Ben Harrison at it again! This time a “delicious musical.” Titled Clouds On the Sunshine Inn. It will be shown July 14 to July 18 at the Fringe Theater, 600 White St.

All of Harrison’s work special. Don’t miss this one!

Query: Do mosquitos prefer a certain blood type? They may. Type O blood seems to be two times more popular an attraction than Type A. Amount of carbon dioxide exhaled an attraction, also.

A wife getting even with an abusive husband. What she did, baddddddddd!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

She took a kitchen knife and cut off his penis. Then took a ride in her car and at some point threw it out the window. The police found it. A 9 hour surgery reassembled it to his body.

Her name Lorena Bobbitt. The deed occurred 33 years ago.

Lorena was criminally charged. Acquitted on the grounds of temporary insanity.

Some Trump. Very little. The reason being there is very little of merit to write involving him.

The Senate voted to block Trump from renewing the Iran War. Unfortunately, the vote does not have the force of law. Merely a feeling as to how the Senate feels.

The Reflection Pool has turned into a police zone.

I saw a photo of the algae being gushed into  simple law drain. Beware! The drain contents could contaminate something else. Would not surprise me!

The Reflection Pool is the “breakout hit of the Summer!” Who would have believed it would be so when planned and begun?

Trump said six people have been arrested and seven others cited over allegedly causing damage to the Pool.

Me next.

I heard from the dermatologist’s office yesterday. I have two cancer infections on my left arm. Must be removed. I will get the dates later today. Since my left ankle which began as a small protrusion that I paid no attention to for three years and which ultimately took several months of treatment to get rid off, I am conscious of every mark on my body.

Last night The Grand for Happy Hour. Packed! More people than normal!

I enjoyed Cindy and Steve’s company. Matt the bartender his usual charming self.

I have a nurse visiting me at one o’clock. Nothing else scheduled.

Enjoy your day!

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