Working for a Livin' Div (learnin' how subsection)

Well, a court has finally ruled that unpaid "internships" are probably illegal. They didn't mention the fact that they're immoral and probably worthless.
This morning's WaPo had the news on the court's ruling (it will probably be appealed so the Supremes will get a shot at it -- we know how that will probably turn out, eh ?)
I did find this snippet interesting:

"Depending on how you look at it, this is either massive exploitation of young people by powerful corporations which worsens inequality, or a valuable opportunity for on-the-job training at lower cost than a degree or certificate at a college or university."

I fall into the "exploitation" camp.
Thing is, we used to have a system that took care of this "training" thingee. It was part of the Labor movement and was called "apprenticeships"  - -  there are still a few around, but not like in the past.
Companies also trained their employees; both initially and on an on-going basis.
Now, in the interest of "shareholder equity," after employees are cut, training is usually the next expense to go. (I guess fewer, less trained employees really increase the prospects of a company, but I'm just an old, retired Bear).

Geography Div

Everyone who lives there knows it's the centre of the universe, but how do they see themselves ??

A Little Saturday Nite Bluegrass Div

Nice instrumental by Sierra Hull and her band, Highway 111. Hopefully, I've gotten the musicians correct. She seems to go through band members faster than fresh strings. Unfortunately the "Band" tab on her blog features only a picture of the young lady herself (couldn't find a bandmember's name on the entire site).



Sierra Hull - Mandolin, Zach Gilmer - Banjo, Christian Ward - Fiddle, Jacob Eller - Bass.
Clay Hess plays Guitar but has since been replaced by Jake Stargell.

Geography Div

Here's a state we haven't picked on yet ........ besides, everyone picks on West Virginia.

A Little Saturday Nite Bluegrass Div

Excellent mandolin, guitar and banjo interaction on Aquatic Hitchhiker  by Leftover Salmon  - a group thats been around (with many changes) since 1989.




Drew Emmitt - Mandolin, Vince Herman - Guitar and Andy Thom - Banjo

Pink Floyd Div (tea party subsection)

This morning's WaPo had this picture  (they changed it for the on-line edition - how convenient):

 Nuf said ???

New Heights Div (mountaineering subsection)

Hard to believe that it's been sixty years since Hillary and Norgay reached Everest's summit for the first time.  Though it's become more commonplace, It's still quite an accomplishment.

Day of Disaster !!!! div (aftermath transportation subsection)

Well, interesting day of Driving 4$$. I love my 'lil job  - -  every day is an adventure.

Start off with a call from dispatch to be on the lookout for a couple going to Northern Virginia - "not on your manifest." Turns out they were on the the Royal Caribbean Grandeur of the Seas, that had sailed from Baltimore, and had luckily been safe from the fire.
When I was a travel agent, I used to get beat up for stuff like this !!!

Next up is a couple heading from National Airport to the area in Baltimore affected by the derailment of a CSX freight train.

Something about the report of "a train has derailed and exploded," on the traffic reports just kinda makes you feel that things won't bode well. Work-around was available and things went well.

Like I said, love my 'lil job !!!

Geography Div

Here's a state that's been in the news lately  ............

Hope they recover sufficiently to provide us with some more humor.
The worst thing that happens to you may be the best thing for you if you don't let it get the best of you.
Will Rogers 

A Little Saturday Nite Bluegrass Div

Eat My Dust (E.M.D) By the Bluegrass All-Stars

David Grisman - Mandolin, Tony Rice - Guitar, Alison Krause - Fiddle, J.D. Crowe - Banjo and Mark Schatz - Bass