Coffee Chat September 9th through 16th 2017

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Welcome back for another coffee chat. This week was less eventful weather-wise but we have plenty to chat about. I am highlighting iced coffee  this week because here in South Louisiana it's still so hot and humid that I can't even look at a cup of hot coffee right now. 





In personal news our oldest, Miss Anne Elliot, graduated from her internship program and finished all the classes for her bachelor's degree. She's moved back home and it's like Christmas around here. We're all enjoying having her with us on a daily basis again. She's using some time to rest up and renew her mental strength before she pursues a career for herself. We missed having her here daily so it's been great to reconnect as a family again for a little bit before all the chickens fly the coop.







Locally, we read about the grim news that the Baton Rouge murder rate is on pace to set a record. This isn't the kind of record you want to be known for. You can read more about it here.







California lawmakers approved a "sanctuary state" bill which will now be headed to the governor who is expected to sign it. This would make them the first state nationally to declare sanctuary status for the entire state. Read about this and other newsworthy pieces over at Thisweek.com.






All of you sports fan will already have heard about the Cleveland Indians 22 consecutive win streak making it the longest win streak in modern baseball history. Check out the story here.





Worldwide news brings us to London where an 18 year old was involved in bombing a London Train. Thankfully, there were no fatalities. Read the events of Friday's terrorist attack over at The Guardian.





WAIT! Before you go check out this week's Fun Feature:

This sweet story of a little girl who is raising money to pay off the lunch debt for kids in her school district in a really sour way will make you smile.



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