United Methodist Minister, Husband, Father, Grandfather, family historian, seeker of truth. Resisting evil and oppression in whatever forms they present themselves.
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Your periodic reminder that mRNA vaccines are a scientific and public health game-changer. Those that have been approved have passed stringent efficacy and safety checks. They protect you and your child against potentially fatal diseases. You may, however, get a sore arm.
We share your frustration
I feel ya... stay strong 💪
"One small step for man...."
In Atlanta, staff at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention gathered to applaud colleagues who resigned following the firing of Director Susan Monarez. With four top officials stepping down, many now feel that the CDC is effectively finished.
Yes! Please do!
Courage!
Power is of two kinds. One is obtained by the fear of punishment and the other by acts of love. Power based on love is a thousand times more effective and permanent then the one derived from fear of punishment. Mahatma Gandhi #parks #Refuge #Resist
At least if they are painting they aren't harassing people or arresting anyone!
There is no moral equivalence between bullies and the bullied, between tyranny and democracy, or between brutality and decency. No individual can be free in a society devoid of justice. There can be no liberty where brutality reigns.
This is Queenie. She has been sitting here, literally, all day, guarding this feeder. Others come and others go, but Queenie abides. I think she's holding court. 🪶 #Birds
Proverbs 10:18: "Whoever conceals hatred with lying lips, and whoever utters slander is a fool." Proverbs 12:15: "The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice." #Resist #Wisdom
Hear the word of the Lord, you rulers of Sodom; listen to the instruction of our God, you people of Gomorrah! Take your evil deeds out of my sight; stop doing wrong. Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed. Take up the cause of the fatherless, plead the case of the widow. - Isaiah
STEP SIX Push for structural reform. Without fixing the system, progress won’t last. Support laws to end gerrymandering, expand voting access, and reform the Electoral College and Supreme Court. Protect civil servants, the DOJ, and the free press from political abuse.
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I like Samuel Jackson and appreciate this content in spite of his affinity for and prodigious use of the word "m*****f******"
She truly identified the saddest part. You can hear her voice break on "capitulation " I breaks my heart too, Vice President Harris.
I don't want a ballroom in The White House. I want healthcare.
Love this! ❤️. I am not that special, butI admire those who are. My calling lies more along prophetic lines.
This is moving. Kamala Harris feels the pain we feel. Not just from her loss, but from the trauma and abuse our country is living through. What could have been…
"So God blessed the seventh day and hallowed it, because on it God rested from all the work that he had done in creation." Genesis 2:3-4 It has been a looking week. God has blessed us with a beautiful morning. I think I will sit right here and enjoy it!
Without federal funding, public media — and the truth-telling, community-connecting role it plays — is at risk. Local stations may vanish. Millions could lose trusted news and vital information. If you are ready to join the fight for journalism, donate now: n.pr/458sOhq
We need NASA project like this one to advance our understanding of our world, our star, and our universe. Draconian cuts to or sciences budgets are going to hurt our future. #Resist
Please?
Thank you for the follow!
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?
I am not Jewish, but I wish they would too!
Yup
Well said, Charlie
I fear for you as well. I cannot know how you feel, but I grieve over what we are becoming. #Resist
I have long respected and admired Dr. Suzuki. He offers a pretty bleak outlook for our future. www.ipolitics.ca/2025/07/02/i...
Assuming we even have the opportunity to elect even allow us to vote.
Justice Sotomayor dissenting on birthright citizenship case: "The gamesmanship in this request is apparent and the Government makes no attempt to hide it. Yet, shamefully, this Court plays along. Because I will not be complicit in so grave an attack on our system of law, I dissent."
#Resist We must do better.
Inbutitably my dear.
"Thoughts and prayers" :-p
Whatever you do, don't share this very true and accurate quote from a U.S. President. We wouldn't wanna break maga brains on a Friday. 😉🤭😁
Thanks to my 🐝 girls, I will soon be enjoying some actual fruits of my labor. This would not be possible without them! #bee #garden
Best image of the day:
Paris, France: People holding umbrellas reading save democracy take part in the No Kings protest. Aurelien Morissard//AP
Today they have crossed a deep red line. We, the people, must hold the president and his appointees accountable for this outrageous abuse against American liberty.
I am sounding the alarm as loudly as I can that Donald Trump has turned the Department of Justice into a cog in his authoritarian machine to prosecute his political opponents.
Reporter: There’s a pretty good chance Trump might be watching Newsom: I hope so, he might learn something— rescind this order— it’s illegal. You’re creating the conditions you claim you’re solving and you’re not
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Newsom: "Arrest me. Let's just get it over with, tough guy. I don't give a damn ... Tom, arrest me. Let's go."
LAPD fired rubber bullets at Australian journalist @laurentomasi.bsky.social
I have wondered the same thing. It would make for an interesting read.
Hi! Keep the faith and keep resisting!
The Ukrainian people are an inspiration! Long may the live. #Resist
Wishing you every success!
I'm Dr. Annie Andrews. I’m a pediatrician, not a politician. But either way I know how to handle people who are full of sh*t. Today I am announcing my campaign for US Senate to replace Lindsey Graham. Share this if you're with me. www.youtube.com/watch?v=J8wM...
We’re placing this one gingerly on the table. 👀🔥✊ “Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.” ~Mark Twain
This is the day the Lord has made! Let us rejoice and be glad in it! #butterflies #garden
Rode in the Tour De Meers today with my father-in-law and my new friend Matt. This ride was a fund raiser for the Meers Volunteer Fire Dept. Great ride and great organizers!
And running unopposed. 🤨
I am with you, brother!
Good morning !
OK, I am sharing this one! Love it.
I Look At Those Words As An Aspiration Because We Have Not Gotten There Yet….
Hmmmm...my life was better before HE became President also. I think he's on to something!
"Uh, gee thanks.... I think?" 😆
“In the study, the researchers found that levels of a protein called MTBR-tau243 in the blood accurately reflect the amount of toxic accumulation of tau aggregates in the brain and correlate with the severity of Alzheimer’s disease.” #DNA #isogg #epigenetics medicine.washu.edu/news/highly-...
I have endured his scurrilous attacks for years. He has sued me for racketeering — and lost. He has unleashed his right-wing army of online trolls. Since his reelection, he has threatened me, defamed me and singled me out by name in two executive orders. www.democracydocket.com/opinion/my-t...
God's garden is so much better than mine! He's showing off today in the Wichita Mountains!
A storm is brewing! Took these with my honey bee 🐝 on top of Mount Scott.
The 🐝 bees absolutely love these prickly pear blossoms. I was too busy watching one of the girls rooting around in there to get a picture of her. It was a magnificent sight.
Won't get any argument from me!
A true hero. Rest in peace Mr. Smylie.
Agreed
2/ 5. Even the strongest colonies must guard against enemies within or perish. 6. Those who produce honey make everyone happy! 7. Don't bug me, and I won't sting you! 8. We are strongest together. 9. At least for bees, males don't have a lot of purpose and are a drain on resources.
That day can't come soon enough!
Things I have learned from bees 🐝: 1. Everyone must contribute to the well-being of the hive (colony), even the Queen! 2. If you don't contribute, they throw you out. 3. Everyone must defend the hive from harm, from outside or from within. 4. Always stop and smell the flowers! 🌺 1/
Some Americans do too!
That cat has a serious junk food problem, and I think I'm jealous!
LOL. "WIND GARDIUM LEVIOSA!"
Speak Truth.....
Entertaining dome feathered friends at my feeders this morning, along with a rapscallion squirrel .(not pictured) 🪶
It would be none.
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I need one of those!
I am deeply concerned about the same...
If you want to know who controls you, look at who you are not allowed to criticize. Voltaire
Nope you got it... because he actually follows Christ's example he is too woke.
Prayers for all who are afflicted! Taking action to support where we can. 🙏
Satisfy us in the morning with your unfailing love, that we may sing for joy and be glad all our days. - Psalm 90:14
I just watched Number 24! Compelling story and relevant message for today!
Did you tell him, "Well duh!"?
Dear Canada- Please accept our deepest apologies from all decent Americans embarrassed by the obnoxious trolling from our man-baby-in-chief who is lacking in both intelligence & any impulse-control whatsoever. ❤️ from your neighbors below, 🇺🇸 #MakeAmericaNormalAgain
I inspected my #bees 🐝 yesterday. The girls have not been following the proper building codes! I was forced to destroy some of their additions that didn't meet code in order to inspect the hive. All in all, things looked good. Only two SHBs and have is strong and healthy.
Good-bye to a thoughtful man.
"I am not bound to win, but I am bound to be true. I am not bound to succeed, but I am bound to live by the light that I have. I must stand with anybody that stands right, and stand with him while he is right, and part with him when he goes wrong." - Abraham Lincoln #Resist #Standup
Beautiful work!
I hope they maintain that allegiance to the constitution.
Or at least change the channel to PBS.
Sadly, yes! LOL
"We speak with more than our mouths, we listen with more than our ears.". - Fred Rogers #Resist #Wisdom #Standup
They would even probably consider him homeless and help him out the door.
Mr. Rogers was an amazing person and a big influence on my life. It's clear that a lot of our politicians didn't grow up with Fred Rogers! #Redist #Standup #Wisdom
