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Toney Atkins writes: New posts as of early April 10, 2013, include a story from NASCAR for racing fans; President Obama's new budget which potentially impacts Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid; North Korea's conflict and threats of war with the U.S.; the gun safety hoopla in Congress; flea circus' "stars" all drown; returning to a serious note, the passing of my first love, Annette Funicello of "Mickey Mouse Club" and "Beach Party" fame (plus a separate post with a personal remembrance); and other items (some with comments by Blogger Toney Atkins which recently have sparked some heated controversy and the cold shoulder from "friends" and even relatives) -- links to stories to keep you informed, amused, shocked and entertained. Thanks for visiting. What will you learn today?