Missouri, Oklahoma and Georgia have just been hit by storms, causing at least 22 known deaths; the devastation in the country that used to be known as Burma continues, as aid remains difficult, because the military government can't understand why the people who need help (food, clothing, medical supplies) should get it, when it would be so much easier for those in charge to take these supplies and make themselves even richer.

Watched the movie "Center Stage" last night on TV; had seen it before, but amazed that with all the cliches there was still a lot that was enjoyable. But ballet movies are tough nuts to crack.