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Acts of Kindness calendar for September, with today's message: "Find time for self-care. It's not selfish, it's essential." calehttps://actionforhappiness.org/sites/default/files/Sep%202025.jpg
Happy Labor Day! www.pbs.org/articles/wor...
Hello art lovers in the #BayArea! Our new exhibit is up at Moraga Art Gallery. Come see "All That Grows" thru Nov. 9. I'm a new artist at the gallery, showing 7 of my watercolors. Reception Sept. 27, 5-7 pm. 🎨🍂🦉 Celebrate #art #autumn & #nature with us! #gallery #artists #exhibition Please share.
Happy Sunday, and thank you to Stella for brightening our timelines with beautiful flowers! #Bloomscrolling
#GoodNewsSaturdayRoundup: 1) Most Trump tariffs ruled illegal by appeals court; 2) Catelin Drey won a special election, flipping a seat to Blue in the Iowa Senate; 3) Sen. Joni Ernst will not seek reelection; 4) Epstein estate to provide the actual “birthday book” and other documents to Congress.
There is still beauty in the world. (Monsanto, Portugal 📷 unknown.)
Love the landscape artwork! You've captured the tranquility and natural beauty of Pacific Grove.
I think a lot of us are feeling this angst, but we're determined not to give up hope. Personally, it helps my sanity to know there are so many good, caring, intelligent people on Bluesky and attending the anti-MAGA rallies. Emperor Zero's polls need to keep sinking and Congress needs to wake up.
I'll take every bright spot we can find! Celebrate the wins!
Today was rough, even though we knew this day was coming. We said a tearful goodbye to our sweet rescue dog, Kalea. We got her at the age of 9, and she lived to be 18. Our hearts are very full tonight -- of grief, love, and memories.
We have to remind ourselves of all the good things that are happening and the many wonderful people who share our empathy and hopes for a better world. My goal is to put something positive out there each day – kind of like a negativity offset. Hoping even small acts of kindness make a difference!
#GoodNewsSaturdayRoundup: 1) Judge orders liquidation of Infowars to pay Sandy Hook families; 2) Mamdani reaches unprecedented 82% chance of winning NY race; 3) Judge strikes down much of Florida’s book ban bill; 5) DC police chief retains command after Bondi forced to back off on takeover.
Happy Friday to all! #Bloomscrolling into the weekend!
The world would be so much better off without Trump, Netanyahu, Putin and any other wanna-be dictators. We're in an era of sheer madness, and it can't end soon enough.
According to a DOJ press release, violent crime is at a 30-year low in DC. But sure, let's send in the National Guard and FBI for another pathetic show of force. Anything to distract from the Epstein files they aren't releasing. www.justice.gov/usao-dc/pr/v...
The current WH press pool is mostly a gaggle of sycophantic stenographers.
I know we have much bigger things to worry about (like our survival as a democracy) but I can't wait for a normal successor to remove all the tacky Gilded Age junk from the WH.
Born on this day in 1881, Alexander Fleming was a Scottish physician-scientist and humanitarian. He was widely recognized for his discovery of penicillin -- the world's first antibiotic. #Science #Healthcare
What a beauty! I'm so glad you got a good photo of him resting in your tree!
Happy Birthday to Barack Obama! I still love this speech, and miss having the Obamas in the White House. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fe75...
Moraga Art Gallery is a lovely place to visit. They feature a wide variety of art, and everything is well-displayed. Love this coastal painting!
Tilting at windmills and reality. Replacing the BLS commissioner won't be enough -- he'll have to replace the hundreds of people involved in the data process, and the process itself.
This is one of my favorite paintings! Thank you for capturing the beauty of nature and the love of our dear parents. 💖
Happy Saturday to all!
This is what all authoritarians and fascists do. They're perpetually at war with reality. It's right in line with Netanyahu saying there is no starvation in Gaza, or Putin saying that Ukraine is to blame for the war.
I'm sure it doesn't help, but a lot of us are right there with you. Some days are harder than others. Today, we're literally swimming in a sea of stupidity and criminal incompetence.
We could see this one coming. We won't be able to trust any "data" that is shared with us from now on.
Beautiful! #Bloomscrolling
The gaudy gold will have to be removed, assuming we survive this phase and have a normal president at some point.
Amazing!! #Bloomscrolling
Lovely! Balancing news intake with a little #bloomscrolling. :)
Fascinating look at life in the deepest parts of the ocean.
U.S. reputation has collapsed, tourism has dropped dramatically, & POTUS approval has sunk to new lows. The GOP is adding trillions to our debt while shredding the social safety net. ICE is rounding up innocent people and tearing families apart. Wars haven't ended & chaos reigns. #SoMuchWinning
So cool! Doing some #BirdScrolling and #Bloomscrolling. :)
Reich is 100% correct! Resist the authoritarian takeover, stand up to bullies, and look out for your neighbors. We're all in this together!
Jose Andres: "This is not a natural disaster triggered by drought or crop failures. It’s a man-made crisis, and there are man-made solutions that could save lives today."
MSM is effectively burying its legacy under a pile of weak reporting and capitulation. Unfortunately, they’re also helping to bury our democracy along with their sullied reputations.
Susan Miller is correct: “Putin and his BFFs in the Kremlin are toasting vodka shots as we speak at the turmoil this is creating."
Such a lovely painting and place to visit! Brings back wonderful childhood memories.
#GoodNewsFridayRoundup: 1) 2nd court blocks Trump’s birthright citizenship order; 2) Tesla income down 16% in 2nd qtr; 3) Donations to NPR and PBS are surging; 4) SCOTUS halts ruling limiting VRA enforcement; 5) Top UN court says wealthy nations must act on climate change or pay compensation
Happy Friday to all! #Bloomscrolling into the weekend.
This whistleblower's account is so chilling. This is where we're at -- being forced to choose between complete fealty to one lawless leader and dedication to integrity and the rule of law. www.nytimes.com/2025/07/23/p...
Adorable!
Since they are against the politicization of our justice system, I'm sure the DOJ will now go after Marco Rubio -- and everyone else who admitted the undeniable existence of Russian interference in our elections. #FatChance
Oh my goodness, this is so adorable!
A seashore visit this week would be divine! Enjoying your artwork is the next best thing.
Love the beautiful #Bloomscrolling!
At this moment, on July 20, 1969, people around the world held their breaths, waiting to hear the words "Houston, Tranquility Base here. The Eagle has landed" as Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin made history and became the first humans to land on another celestial body, the moon.
Happy National Ice Cream Day!
Asilomar Beach Pathway 💙 Coastal artwork for #Stunday. I loved painting this in watercolor. Always nice to escape to #Asilomar. My original 20x24 framed painting is available at Moraga Art Gallery moragaartgallery.com. #art #watercolor #landscape #ArtShare #Monterey #California #BayArea #gallery
I am very sorry for the loss of your beloved cat. Our pets are so precious and fill our lives with love. The time we have with them is never long enough. 💔
Totally agree with you! Lately, too many things are bringing sadness into our days, and the loss of Colbert is one of them. He has been a bright light with his comedic and thoughtful approach to current events.
Love this photo and thought for the day. We all need to escape and enjoy nature once in a while.
#BoycottCBS. The cancellation of Colbert is just the latest capitulation to Emperor Zero.
The historic Grand Canyon Lodge has been destroyed by a wildfire. The next 100 years won't be like the last. There are no safe places. But sure, let's sweep climate science under the rug and play pretend.
Another lovely addition to the bird collection!
Beautiful paintings of magical Monterey! Loved seeing these at the Moraga Art Gallery.
Lovely painting -- so serene!
This is a smart move by Fed Chair Jerome Powell. By proactively requesting an independent review of the D.C. headquarters renovation, Powell is doing exactly what leaders should do when under politically motivated fire: call for transparency and let the facts speak louder than spin.
Happy Saturday, Stella! Beautiful flowers!
Incredible artwork!
Throwback Thursday.
The first time Charlie Chaplin used his voice in a film, he wielded it to forcefully condemn the rising forces of fascism around the globe. Will we listen to his words today?
Beautiful! I would love to see these two Mourning Doves outside my window, but gracing my timeline is the next best thing.
On this day in 1776, Colonel John Nixon gave the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia. The quest for “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness” is ongoing. But we can still celebrate the good things while fighting against this regime. #FindJoy #Resist #NoKings
Happy Fourth of July! #NoKingsSince1776
What they’re doing isn’t accidental – it’s another evil aspect of their strategy. Keep parents working long hours for low pay, having kids they can’t afford, who then roam the streets and get in trouble. This keeps the pipeline to their for-profit prisons and concentration camps flowing.
Erasing climate change from websites doesn't make it go away. #WarOnScience www.scientificamerican.com/article/u-s-...
It would be great if empathy came in the form of a pill that you could easily slip into a beverage and serve to our leaders.
Thank you to the Senate for reading the bill aloud so the American people can hear exactly how it will affect their lives.
🚨BREAKING: The latest version of the Republican reconciliation bill does not include provision that would have required those suing the Trump administration to post a huge bond if they won an injunction. A BIG VICTORY for Senate Democrats, democracy and the rule of law.
#GoodNewsSaturdayRoundup: 1) Mamdani wins NYC Dem mayoral primary; 2) Senate Parliamentarian says some provisions in GOP bill subject to 60-vote threshold; 3)Gov Newsom sues Fox News for $787 million; 4) DOGE loses control of gov grants website, 5) Judge strikes EO targeting law firm Susman Godfrey
Happy 99th birthday to Mel Brooks – truly one-of-a-kind comedic genius. This interview was done when he was just a kid of 95. www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKCd...
Apparently, a substantial contingent of Russian women have flown to the US to give birth in the past decade so their children would have dual citizenship. Will their rights be revoked? Or is it just people from certain countries that Trump wants to kick out? (Yeah, we know the answer.)
Beautiful! I'd like to be strolling through those redwood trees right now!
"The rule of law is not a given in this Nation, nor any other. It is a precept of our democracy that will endure only if those brave enough in every branch fight for its survival. Today, the Court abdicates its vital role in that effort." —Justice Sotomayor
If you haven’t seen it, I recommend the documentary film “Song of Rapa Nui.” Great story about the value of music education, the importance of sustainability, and the power each of us has to make a meaningful and positive difference in the world. www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFWl...
Bill Moyers, former WH press secretary, acclaimed journalist and author, died today at the age of 91. He served under Lyndon Johnson and helped create the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
This kind of courage should be applauded and replicated across the country. The regressive attacks on healthcare, science, democracy, and humanity require non-stop resistance. (Somebody, please nudge our Congressional leaders to wake them up!)
Trae Crowder on Iran: “US Intelligence has repeatedly affirmed they do not have a nuclear weapons program, to which Trump responded ‘WELL, INTELLIGENCE IS WRONG!’ -- which could be the title of his memoir/coloring book.” www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ctu...
Happy Thursday! Love the beautiful flowers Stella shares to brighten our days. #Bloomscrolling #Nature
There are great ideas on this Summer Kindness list. We can help to counteract some of the negativity in our world by putting a few extra acts of kindness and inclusion out there! www.randomactsofkindness.org/home/summer_...
Love this painting! Congrats on the gallery showing in Moraga. I know it will be fabulous! :)
If you need a nice musical interlude, listen to Alex Isley's Tiny Desk Concert. www.npr.org/2025/06/23/g...
Happy Birthday to Robert Reich! Thank you for all you continue to do, and for the clear thinking you bring to our current landscape of madness. Also, thanks for sharing that great conversation!
With MAGA, all values have become completely malleable and interchangeable. Whatever their dear leader says is the new truth – even if it contradicts what he said yesterday.
In any crisis – war, pandemic, natural disaster etc. – it would be helpful to believe the people in charge know exactly what they’re doing, have our best interests in mind, and that we can fully trust the information they’re sharing with us. I know, I know…if wishes were horses, amirite?
Beautiful! Just what our timelines need! #BloomScrolling
Destroying the Rose Garden is now emblematic of the broader destruction of democracy. Here is a view of this historic place from 1963.
#GoodNewsFridayRoundup: 1) NAACP won't invite Trump to convention, breaking 116-year tradition; 2) Judge reversed NIH terminations of critical research grants; 3) Judge lets Harvard enroll international students until the dispute is decided; 4) Judge orders Khalil released on bail.
I love this! Beautiful story and artistry shared by a lovely lady.
You are 100% correct that history is blaring at us through a loudspeaker right now. Unfortunately, our current leaders (and many Americans) lack an understanding of history and a capacity for anything approaching deep thinking.
Happy Juneteenth! This short video from HCR is well worth your time. We celebrate freedom while continuing the quest to create a better future. Keep resisting the forces that threaten true freedom for all people!
Disgusted by Emperor Zero doing a reality TV show teaser -- will he or won't he get us into WWIII. Stay tuned for the next episode. It's all so grotesque, but so in keeping with his fascist style inspired by malignant narcissism.
There is nothing normal about Emperor Zero and his regime. They are proving every day that there are no limits to their cruelty, corruption, incompetence, and ignorance.
Love this artwork so much -- just beautiful!
We had a great time yesterday at the Walnut Creek #NoKings protest. The crowd was even bigger than I'd hoped for, and so many wonderful people attended!!