Now 100% Ernesto Free!

So the doctor says that I have a viral infection in my eye. Eeeeek! But it is much feeling much better and no longer looks like something out of a horror movies involving the CDC and scientists in bunny suits. The bad news is that I have to wear glasses for the next three weeks, and according to the Dixie, they "are not flattering."

Nice.

So, moving on in world news:

• I think the nice folks at Mattel may have snapped. Or maybe the Mattel lawyers are trying to develop a sense of humor.

• Let me say that people need to be more involved in world events. Pick a cause . . . . . any cause . . . . and run with it.

• OK, this is a funny article as it stands . . . . but now read it again only substitute "cow" for "stripper." Not only does it still hold true, but will likely flush your nasal passages with coffee.

• And here we have a textbook case of environmental engineering and application.