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Strange things have happened in Key West. One was a siesta policy which began in 1935. No longer in existence. However, I could not find when it ended and why.
The Federal Relief Administration began the siesta policy by giving employees two hours at lunch instead of one. The time would be made up by work starting an hour earlier.
I ran into the siesta time for the first time 40 years ago on a one month Italian vacation with my family. We were in Rome on day one and needed money. My recollection is the Italian dollar at the time was the lira. Credit cards not yet in existence. One arrived with U.S. travelers checks which were converted at an Italian bank into lira.
The line was long at the bank. I waited patiently. When in Rome, do as the Romans do. When I finally reached the end of the line, the clerk pulled the shade down. I was screwed. It was 1 pm and siesta time had begun. One to five. Religiously followed by businesses and people.
Beware of the heavy glass door at Five Guys between the restaurant and its outside patio. It royally knocked me on my ass yesterday.
I read on the internet a few weeks ago that the finest chain restaurant grilled cheese sandwich is to be found at Five Guys. Would you believe!
I love grilled cheese sandwiches. Opted to give it a try yesterday.
The restaurant proper was freezing cold. Everyone seated outside. After getting my bag of fries and the sandwich plus my glass of soda, I headed out. My two hands were full. The door was heavy glass with a bar in the center to push to gain entry outside. I turned to my left and pushed the bar with my body. The door opened a sufficient distance for me to walk through. As I did, it came slamming back on me. Knocked me on my ass. Fries and soda all over me. And hurt like hell!
The door caught me completely on my left side. From my head to my left eye to my left shoulder, to my left elbow, to my left hip and finally my left ankle. Three inch minor bleeding cut very near the bleeding problem I have had for more than two weeks. A cut on my ankle also.
Took 3 people to get me up. As those my age are aware. next to impossible to get up alone if you fall.
Staff helpful and concerned. Especially the manager. Wanted to call an ambulance. I said no. Just get me to a seat and get me a new order. Done. She also band aided my bleeding elbow.
I sat there in pain thinking what an asshole I was. Falling a common thing in one’s old age. However this was not my fault. It was the door which was set too close too rapidly.
I hurt everywhere. Ate my grilled cheese sandwich and a few fries.
I announce for all to hear. The Five Guys grilled cheese is one of the best grilled cheese sandwiches I have ever had. And only $5.95.
All I wanted was my home and bed. Called Dr. Norris when I got settled in. Told him I did not want to see him. Wanted to merely lie in bed.
Eventually I hurt like hell all over. By evening, less. This morning even less. Called Norris. I have to see him at 11:30. My left elbow bone hurts the worst. Not broke. I boke it once. It should have been swollen. Not. My head and left hip sore. The Norris visit a precautionary one he insisted upon. I am to skip physiotherapy this morning.
Looking forward to this evening. Dinner with Fred and the group he puts together monthly. All interesting people. We are meeting at the 915. I have not been there in 15 years. Looking forward to the company and the food.
Archaeologists discovered a 1,300 year old flush toilet at a Palace in South Korea. It was only for use by a Prince and his ladies.
No Trump today. He gets to be too much. I give you and me both a day off.
In closing, I mention the two astronauts who were stuck 286 days in space are on their way home. Their space ship is due to splash down in the Atlantic off the coast of Florida this evening.
Thank God they are finally returning and safely. They were initially sent up for 6 or 8 days. Then the return portion of the vessel screwed up and they were required to remain for months.
Enjoy your day!