Confused

Decriminalization and then legalization of marijuana in Colorado was ‘sold’ in part to end victim less crime and free law enforcement resources to focus on other criminal activity. Didn’t work.

https://www.greeleytribune.com/news/massive-multi-jurisdictional-black-market-marijuana-operation-nets-42-suspects/

There must be big money being made for this level of criminal activity to exist. There is big money being spent by the criminal justice system to combat it.

Since the shit is now legal, the question is why?

As far as I can tell, the biggest change is harassment of Colorado residents when we travel in adjacent states. We are “greenies” and not just because of our license plate color.

Shortly after Colorado relaxed marijuana laws, I had business in Kansas City, KS. Crossing Kansas I was stopped three times for bullshit reasons (my blinker only flashed twice, not three times during a lane change, etc.) All three stops had a dialog along these lines.

“I’m just giving you a warning this time. Do you mind if I search your car for drugs? We have a big problem with drugs coming in from Colorado".

Each time when I declined, things got pissy. Oh, well. I flunked the Dale Carnegie course.

Since lots of people more knowledgeable than I can’t figure this out, guess I will remain confused.

Out and About

A relative and his family are moving to Seguin, TX next week and a farewell party was held for them. Saw the Caddy parked outside the venue.

Strangely, no one was using this parking spot.

Later we drove by this gem. I believe it to be a 1954.

This was parked nearby. May be a “kit car”. Appeared to be mid engine.  A logo was on the bumper. The bumper looked a lot like an MGB.

Other than the occasional tornado, a quiet Memorial Day.

Where is #MeToo?

The District 50 representative resigned rather than face a recall. Keeps her seat within the Democrat Party. Now details have come out.

https://www.greeleytribune.com/news/she-was-once-a-panelist-at-a-metoo-discussion-months-later-rep-rochelle-galindo-used-alcohol-influence-to-seduce-young-staffer-according-to-police-report/

Where are all the #MeToo Wymen? If a male heterosexual Republican held the seat, they would be waving pitchforks, heating tar, and demanding SOMETHING BE DONE!!!!!!!

One of their own?  Crickets. Just let this embarrassing moment slide into oblivion.

Let me be clear. I am not seconding guessing the police or the city attorney. We don’t know all the facts, starting with the willingness of the victim(s) to testify in open court.  Decisions had to be made.

What I understand is (1) the #MeTwo harpies don’t have the moral courage to stand up and speak up when another wyman is the perp, and (2) victims will be less likely to reach out for help when they see the lack of moral fiber among those who supposedly advocate for them.

YMMV

Tough Winter

The natural process of erosion never stops. A long wet winter in Colorado makes CDOT work a lot of overtime.

https://www.insideedition.com/big-boulders-destroy-colorado-highway-shut-road-indefinitely-5321

Keeping you head in the moment while driving Colorado roads is a good habit. Over the years I’ve dodged more than one falling rock. When you see one of these signs, please pay attention.

From Google (and probable copyright infringements) is a selection for your consideration.

Avalanches in the winter. Rockfalls year around. Don’t move here from California – try Montana instead!

One final note. I’ve driven on every one of the roads in these pictures at one time or another.

Are There Any Answers?

Anybody remember “Three Strikes and You’re Out”? Pick up a third felony conviction and your spend the rest of your life in prison.

People with vastly greater knowledge than I will ever have argue crime and incarceration back and forth. Social Justice Warriors have their own agenda.

What I do know is someone behind bars is someone not out in the community hurting people. That brings me to this.

https://www.facebook.com/GreeleyPoliceDepartment/?__tn__=%2Cd%2CP-R&eid=ARByQd-ISdIfxWOpC5D5Mj5TQKIY7n4ZH_YXJrmx0vwqgzp9Pp22vEk4tFnS8_gsemstY9TKrutU41XN

Sorry I can’t find this any place but Facebook.

A burned out correctional officer once worked for me. He once said, “You walk down the tier and look into the eyes of prisoners who have no souls”.

My question? Is there an answer?

A relative once worked years as a probation officer. I once asked him, “Do you have any success stories?”

His reply, “One”.

4014 Big Boy News

Appears the Union Pacific will have the locomotive traveling places.

http://www.uprrmuseum.org/news/2019-museum-special.shtml?fbclid=IwAR3wQ2vJN1v6Pg0Gx11f9bwjUa9jZUhVcmTny8NfW6jsVCmqnfOALfr2vk8

This probably won't be the only appearance. You may not want a ticket but the chance to see it may appeal to those within reasonable distances of Omaha and Boone, Iowa.

The UP will probably post the schedule from Cheyenne - Omaha - Cheyenne. I'm thinking Kimball, NE would offer good views. 

Ah, Spring

From my deck this morning.

The snowpack in the High Rockies is above average and still growing. Flooding when it melts is a possibility depending on how fast it melts. On the Western side, the Colorado River drainage will get more water than past years. Good news for Lake Powell and Lake Mead. Likewise the Arkansas and Rio Grande Basins look good. 

One of Colorado's premier attractions is Trail Ridge Road in Rocky Mountain National Park from Estes Park to Grand Lake. A toll road closed in winter, the Park Service tries to have it open by Memorial Day. This is what it looks like in late summer (all pictures from Google).

These shots were from five days ago before this storm came.

A note of caution to visitors from lower elevation. High altitude sickness is real, but can be mitigated. You will enjoy your visit more if you prepare. The internet is your friend.