In the Runup to January 20, Are You Feeling a Bit On Edge?

 

Donald Trump is like the legendary wolverine that breaks into a trapper's cabin, gorges himself on anything he can eat and then, before clearing out, pisses on the rest.

Trump is making Herculean efforts to undermine the Biden presidency when he takes power on January 20th.

There are weird happenings expected over the next five weeks. On December 21st we'll see the first Christmas Star in 800 years. This sparkling star in the night sky is formed when Jupiter and Saturn align. It was last seen in 1224, eight centuries ago.

But wait, there's more.  An article in Forbes magazine says there are a lot more celestial goodies in store to wrap up Donald Trump's presidency. How about a meteor shower, a comet and a total eclipse of the sun? The meteor shower, the comet and the total eclipse will occur on December, 14th, the day Biden is to be officially declared president of the United States.

Maybe it's the universe wishing Trump good riddance. Maybe it has something to do with Lucifer dethroned. Maybe it's a warning to keep a close eye on the Artful Dodger until he's safely back at Mar-a-Lardo.





Comments

  1. Northern PoVDecember 13, 2020 at 10:35 AM

    Maybe it's a warning to keep a close eye on the Artful Dodger until he's safely back at Mar-a-Lardo.

    I'd love to see him 'exiled' to UAE ( running from SDNY DA)

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  2. GyorDecember 13, 2020 at 12:00 PM

    I hope Trump pulls America out its wars.

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  3. TrailblazerDecember 13, 2020 at 4:06 PM

    https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/dec/13/ivanka-trump-speculation-potential-run-us-senate-florida


    https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/oct/25/donald-trump-jr-2024-picture



    Its not over until its over.

    Political dynasties are problematic.

    The USA never got over not having a Monarchy!

    TB

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  4. The Disaffected LibDecember 13, 2020 at 11:35 PM

    I sure as hell hope they don't form a dynasty. "Grifters 'R Us"

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