Putin Gives Obama Heartburn

      Mad Vlad gave his State of Russiya Speech in front of the nation's political elite on Thursday.  He mentioned the economy many, many times, no doubt attempting to alleviate concerns about the economic future of his fellow oligarchs.  He placed blame on: 1) the West, 2) Europe, 3) the USA, 4) Ukrainian fascists, 5) Chechens, 6) Pussy Riot, 7) St. Nicolas, 8) the Wizard of Oz, 9) Taylor Swift, and 10) Pope Frances.  He did not mention any of the Kremlin's own actions as root causes of the 40% plunge in the value of his Rouble.   He mentioned that tax amnesty would be afforded to all citizens who return money held abroad.   Ha, ha, ha, ha.  That Vlad, he has a great sense of humor.   I can just see all the Russkies lining up at Heathrow Airport with their suitcases stuffed with pounds and dollars, checking in at the Aeroflot counter, pleading for tickets to Moscova.
      After the speech, Obama went book shopping with the daughters in a local mall.  Then, he went home to Casa Blanca(White House) where he began to feel a bit queasy(ill/mal di stomaco).  Saturday came, and Obama still felt sick.  Off he went to Walter Reed Hospital for an exam.  The head of the department(no intern for presidents) checked out the pres and said he had acid reflux and a swollen throat.   He went home after 30 minutes(White House), told to eat less fried food and less coffee and not to watch Mad Vlad on the telly.
     Maybe Vlad will send a "Get Well" card to his head-of-state buddy.   Maybe not.