I used to sing classical, in my 20s, in college (art song and opera). I am no longer in my 20s, no longer in school. Looking to get back to something I loved doing, without the academic pressures and timeline attached.

https://in.mashable.com/tech/44246/this-indian-origin-mit-scholar-bids-for-twitter-ceo-post-asks-elon-musk-to-consider-him

I picked up an early ballot at my town hall. Brought it home, and then used it as a starting point to find candidate websites very quickly. All the third party candidates that aren't as well known as well as the major party candidates. This way, there was no confusion about who was or was not on my particular ballot, and who is running for what.

I made a decision. The Seattle Rain Cap from Outdoor Research.

any umbrella suggestions? this doesn't put me off my hat hunt, but this may be the next thing, if necessary.

well. I have a rain coat. it has no hood. it's one of those kinds that is hoodless, and i prefer it without a hood.

yes. feel free to ask.