… While attending the Versailles Pumpkin Show, an annual fall event in Versailles, Ind., I stopped in front of the reviewing stand. I was startled when the announcer asked, “How many of you girls would like to win a three-way?” “That’s weird,” I thought. “How about a four-way?” he continued. “I can’t even imagine,” I reflected. Then, I realized those were the prizes for chili dog eating contest.  … I laundered my cellphone during my Indiana visit. Does anyone know if you should use warm wash, cold rinse? … Scientists have solved part of the mystery of the Monarch butterfly’s annual migration from the United States to Mexico. Close observation reveals the insects carry tiny little maps and the females stop and ask for directions. … “Today’s Jeopardy answer is ‘The Sound and the Fury.’” “What is ‘The View?’” … Saw the new “Lego, Nudist Colony” on display at the local store. ... Mid-September, I was touched to see the artificial Christmas trees and ornaments displayed next to Halloween items. It just put me in that holiday spirit.