Where was his concern for the children who are starving now that USAID is gone? Where was his concern when they torched warehouses of food that was already paid for rather than feed the hungry?
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Where was his concern for the children who are starving now that USAID is gone? Where was his concern when they torched warehouses of food that was already paid for rather than feed the hungry?
I've made my boxed set only 99 cents through the weekend. (US only--but it's in KU) www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPS32M2C
Noem with these awful "PSAs" that have played in the last three Cubs commercial breaks about "If you're here illegally, we will find you and we will deport you." It's chilling.
#booksky
Also ask him why he hates autistic people so much that he would rather they die than be autistic.
What is his end goal with his vaccine stance? We know from all of history before vaccines what the death rate was from childhood diseases, and have current infant mortality rates to compare them to. How is his stance going to IMPROVE on infant mortality rates? Ask him point blank.
My testing has a built in 10 minute window where we just have to wait for some meds to do something before we re-test, so we're just sitting there waiting. We weren't talking politics at all, & he brought it up. Of course, then we started talking all RFK jr's vaccine nonsense. lol
I do outpatient testing and wore my new watchband yesterday. Now, I can't say for sure that is why my patient, out of the blue, started ranting about RFK JR and what he is doing, but I feel like he saw it, and figured I couldn't be MAGA if I'm wearing it, and felt comfortable enough to speak.
Just put my latest up for preorder: www.amazon.com/Island-Outbr...
@netflix.com Thank you for keeping Sesame Street on and making it free on PBS! I can feel better about being a subscriber knowing that some of my subscription fees are helping keep the iconic show on the air and available for everyone.
It's so easy to buy him.
And that I needed to learn how to take criticism. The gist of my response was I didn't need to prove anything to him and I already had thousands of reviews so I had no problem with criticism, but he hadn't even read my book, so why should I listen to him? lol
that it wasn't fair for him to comment like that on my ad when he hasn't even read my post-apoc book and that I'd read plenty of good PA from women authors as well as male authors. And bad from both. Then he started wanting me to prove that I hadn't made the mistakes he assumed I'd made.
1. Had a guy comment on one of my book's FB ads that post-apoc books written by women are never any good. That they always get the gun stuff wrong and a bunch of other stuff. I normally just delete those types of comments, but I didn't. I responded
Why do ICE agents hide their faces? Are they ashamed of what they are doing? They should be, but ARE they?
They should call it exile, because that is what it is. It's exiling American citizens.
My hair looks thick and full after 10 months. You do have to make sure you get enough protein, the same as you do for any weightloss diet. People seem to forget that. You still have to make sure you're getting your nutrients.
My husband's A1C was 7.3 in November before starting Mounjaro. He also has high blood pressure. Yesterday his A1c was 5.7 and his bp 112/77. He's lost 40lbs. I have high blood pressure, now controlled with a mild diuretic and have lost 70lbs with Zepbound. I am 60 but feel like I did in my mid-40s.
He should hold them in contempt, but I'm not going to hold my breath. Nobody has ever stood up to Trump and I'm not going to get my hopes up that this judge is going to stick his neck out.
It may not sound like much, but 50+ of us showed up in a very RED town in Wisconsin. Many drivers beeped, waved, and gave us a thumbs up at their only main intersection.
I'm getting a lot of Maga trolls on my short clip I posted on my Tiktok from a Hands Off rally I attended today. It was a very small rally because it was in a very small, very RED town in Wi, but even so, we had a lot of positive support from passersby. www.tiktok.com/@mpmcdonalda...
#HANDSOFF2025
I'm so proud that my state snubbed Musk and his money. We can't be bought! #Wisconsin
How is this okay?
Bringing this back for International Women’s Day 🤎📚 #booksky #blacksky
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My kitty making tying difficult with her whiskers getting in the way. 🤣
Trump and Musk are going after Social Security, Medicaid, the VA, and public education. In what universe, in what world, in what religion is it morally acceptable to cut programs for hungry children in order to reward the wealthy?
He got book advances and royalties. You know, he earned it. I have no problem with someone earning their money. Do you?
Short clip of Bernie taking the podium in Kenosha
I think I got at least 4-5 other people to go, maybe more, from sharing it on my FB. Heading out in a few hours.
I'll be there!
Tomorrow in Kenosha! Looks like there’s going to be a YUGE crowd!
Excited to see/hear Bernie Sanders in a few hours. Heard him speak back in 2018 and it was pretty electric. We should have elected him in 2020. (although I think Biden did a pretty good job). Anyway, by the time my state had primaries, my first choice was no longer on the ballot. (Pete Buttigieg)
I found this review on a book review blog from a few years ago. I know it's old but it's new to me! karenjmossman.com/2023/04/05/b...
I saw someone post that you had to watch the whole 50 minute conversation in the Oval Office, not just the last 6 minutes shown because otherwise it's out of context. To give benefit of the doubt, I want to watch but I can't stand to listen to Trump speak. Has anyone watched the whole thing?
Trump is going to get us into WWIII. He's the worst thing to happen to this country and the world.
@washingtonpost.com You're a shell of the once good, decent, newspaper. You're nothing more than a mouthpiece for the far right. The fair and honest journalists have left or are leaving and as a long-time subscriber, I finally pulled the plug too only a few minutes ago. I should have done it sooner.
Yay! Hit 300 followers!
Does anyone know any Republicans who voted for Trump who is now having concerns about how things are going? Please tell me that they are not seeing this and thinking everything is fine.
Save the day
Look, my parents are elderly. Yes they voted for Trump but thankfully they live in a blue state. They have few years left so I will not cut them off. Now, my Florida residing brother is basically cut off.
Where is Anonymous in all of this Elon Musk shenanigans?
I really should be posting about writing and book stuff since I'm an author, but I can't seem to concentrate on that when so much chaos is going on in the government.
The first of many! Non-stop harassment 24/7. Make that orange mother fuckers life as unbearable as possible.
NOAA manages large ocean fisheries in US waters. Scientists there conduct surveys, sample fish, and run complex models to estimate the levels of sustainable catches. NOAA is recognized as a world leader in creating jobs, producing food, and avoiding overfishing. Kudos to NOAA fisheries!!!!
I sent Tammy Baldwin and email. I don't know if it will get read but I've written to her before and had a nice reply. Plus, she already shares my views so I don't need to convince her of anything. Just wanted to encourage her to keep fighting for us.
I tried to call Ron Johnson's Washington's office but his mailbox is 'full'. Something tells me he just doesn't bother to listen to his messages and never empties it. You know he's getting tons of calls. At least Steil's office answers his phone and talks to constituents.
I called Bryan Steil's office today & told the staffer I was against Medicaid cuts. He tried to placate me with assurances that the cuts are only to cut those who shouldn't be getting Medicaid. You know, the perfectly-abled adults who could work but don't. I countered with that's a very small %.
Musk has compromised the US Treasury. Ask your bank how they are keeping your funds safe.
As an American, I don't blame you for being angry. I'm angry too. I didn't vote for the orange turd. Nobody in my immediate family did either. Can't say the same for extended family though.
Today, honor a King, not a Felon. #mlkday2025
Keep it moving
Remember this day. The last full day with a Democratic President. We don’t know when or if we’ll ever live another day like this. 🥺
At this point, I think Kyle Chandler is just pranking his fans with his roles in movies and even tv series. Gets our hopes up...
How on point that Gen X was forgotten in the NYT Strands game today🤣
Read it out loud and tell me I am wrong...You can't 🦋🫂🦋
A MAGA coworker was talking about getting a car from Carmax & someone told her tariffs would make prices go up. She told us that it'll be tough at first, but it's for our own good in the long run. I had to bite my tongue so hard it might be bleeding.
I fed my daughter at Lone Star Steakhouse 24 years ago. Nobody could see, but I will never forget my then 12 yo son, across the table from me, reached over, took my plate, & cut my steak for me so I could eat. ☺️
I was doing great on just .5 of Wegovy, and since I still would have needed a prior authorization, and move up dose strength, I asked to switch, which starts me at the lowest of Zepbound. I'm good with that.
I've lost 52lbs on Wegovy and my husband says I haven't snored in months. Sometimes I'd wake myself up snoring before! lol. I'm fortunate my insurance covers both Wegovy and Zepbound. Switching to Zepbound though because of a stupid insurance requirement. (wanted me on max dose of Wegovy)
What does that even mean?
I've been on hold for Harry&David to check on my order status (deliver date passed with no delivery) and have been on hold 40 minutes. I literally took a nap and woke disoriented thinking I missed it, but nope. Still on hold.
Is Elon Mush going to be the de facto president? Is this how he gets around the birth rule? He uses his money to threaten everyone and buys the rest? And by president, I really mean dictator.
IL Gov. Pritzker is pretty good too. I'm in Wisconsin, but close to the border, and during Covid, he'd do almost daily updates and I'd hear them on the radio.
I did it! I swam a mile! I'm not a fast swimmer, but once I get past the first 8 or so laps, I feel like I can just swim forever. I could have gone farther but had to get out to go to work.
Got up early and swam for an hour this morning! It felt really good. Now, to clean my house. Ugh. That is where I'll really drown. Send help...
Penzey's is having a sale 50% off IN STORE & 25% off ONLINE. You must have their email with their code, RESIST on it so go to www.penzeys.com & sign up. Then go to a store near you if you can. They want to get people out to meet. If one isn't near, you can save online still. 12/12 &12/13
In the 90s, I had Humana HMO and while I paid a bit more, I loved that insurance. I didn't have any issues and I never saw a bill. It cost me $10 to have my daughter in 2000 only because I had to have a level 2 US at a different hospital and that was my co-pay out of network. What happened?
I almost forgot! Day four of swimming! (I forgot day 3! I swam 45 min on Wed). Today I got in 25 laps. I lose count and don't give myself the benefit of the doubt and assume it's less than what I thought. It's so hard to get a lane at 5 a.m! I get they regulars hate me! Like who's this new lady?
Me!
Oh, I'm sure and they certainly won't be left destitute, but money can't replace a father. I'm trying to show a little humanity. It's a struggle though!
Um, to the women following me who seem to be selling something...I'm a straight woman married 39 years. I am not your audience. Please don't follow me just to drum up business. It's a waste of time. lol
I feel sympathy for Brian Thompson's two children. That is the extent of my sympathy. I don't condone this kind of violence at all, but how many people were denied life-saving treatment by United Healthcare? How many people bankrupted? I don't know...that's a lot of bad karma to carry around.
I'm a normal person and I follow back but it's hard to find people like that on here.
Gender equality shouldn’t wait any longer! We’ve met all requirements for the Equal Rights Amendment to be part of the Constitution. It's time for President Biden to make history. Tell POTUS to publish the ERA now: lwv.org/take-action/pr… #ERANow
I'm going to post this video every day so we never forget
I had to settle for a 'lane' in the other pool which is a bit warmer and shorter. It was okay though. I swam for about 40 min then tried out the current pool. Wow, is that current strong! I did two laps around it against the current and it was like running uphill! Whew!
I guess these posts are just for me. Sort of my fitness journal. That's okay. At least I'll have a record. Day 3. Got to the gym just a few minutes too late to get a swim lane in the lap pool.
A woman near me brought 3 little girls to see it. Right before Elphaba does that spell, she had to take the girls to the bathroom. The poor woman missed the whole 'reveal' scene. I felt so bad for her. She came back as they were escaping.
CYBER MONDAY: Preorder STREETS OF NASHVILLE for a little Christmas in April. See the QR code stamped on the postcard to preorder from Madville and receive (I hope) 20% off with the discount code HOLS2024. You can also preorder from your local bookstore, Bookshop, and Amazon.
Day 2 of fitness journey: Got up in the middle of the night (or so it felt) to get to the gym by 5am. Got a lane & swam 21 laps. That's a bit over a half a mile. Not bad for second day! I forgot my water bottle, so had to stop home then off to work for a 10 hr shift!
I'm probably alone in this, but every video showing a product, the person shakes it, or taps it, or clacks it against a second product. It's driving me nuts. Just hold it up to the camera. I know there's probably some reason they do this, but enough already.
Day 1 of my fitness journey. Swam for 30 min. Only got in 12 laps. I know it'll take time to get everything back so I'm not discouraged. Today was mostly just to learn the new gym so when I go tomorrow before work, I won't be lost. Also I've never been fast.
Awkward Eberflus: The head coach's firing from the Bears came shortly after a press call in which he talked around giving a yes-or-no answer when asked about coaching the team against the 49ers. chicago.suntimes.com/bears/2024/1...
Im fully vaccinated and using Wegovy.
Isn’t it funny how the U.S. media is suddenly posting stories about the improving inflation picture now that the election is over? 🧐
When this came up in my feed, the sound was muted, but my husband had Gomer Pyle on and it was just ending, so the music was playing. It fit perfectly with the chickens movement. lol
Or, you can lose them, get another pair as a gift, then find the first pair, have one pair always charging while you're using the other pair. Works for me! 😁
This is heartbreaking and makes me furious. It should not happen. As a healthcare worker, I don't know how the people working could have just stood by and let it happen.
This is heartbreaking and makes me furious. It should not happen. As a healthcare worker, I don't know how the people working could have just stood by and let it happen.
And what about the workers families? Will they deport them? And keep the workers? What if the workers want to leave at that point? Who is going to advocate for them?
I was diagnosed with high BP on my visit to discuss taking GLP-1 meds for weight loss. I thought it was just high due to nerves. (thought doc would say no--she was awesome) Nope. It was actually high. 5 months later, it's normal! Still on meds though. Just a minor diuretic, but still...
#Wicked #Resist #HumanRights #Fascism #Gaslighting
Ah, we don't have Jewel in Wisconsin. I miss Jewel. They have the best coffee cake. The pecan one. Mmmm...my son and parents live in IL though and I go often. I need to stop and get watermelon and coffe cake.
Love watermelon! Not with salt, but still. Mmmm...last one I had though was bad so haven't bought any for awhile since it's out of season.
It is a breath of fresh air!