Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Arepas, pakora, and takoyaki. Need to search, I'm sure I can find them in Chicago.
Girl from the Burgh, made a career in steel. Retired now. Post food, pets & politics. Liberal, if that bothers you-tough. Also petty AF. And: #KHive, always. This is not a dating site. NOT a resister, no automatic follow-back but maybe a Block.
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Arepas, pakora, and takoyaki. Need to search, I'm sure I can find them in Chicago.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
💔🫂😭🐈⬛😭🫂💔
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Waiting for your excoriating piece on the appalling lack of leadership from Johnson & Thune. They have the power to stop the current lawlessness. You condescengingly told me to use the "little google machine" and so I did. Was not surprised by the results.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes, Remington Steele was my first introduction to him. Loved everything since. I still love his performance in Mamma Mia. I'll need to watch for Thursday Mystery Club, read the book a while back.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
He chastised me when I asked about any attacks on R leadership; told me to use "the little google machine". I did & asked him to please offer his insights on the results I found. Crickets; although he hasn't blocked me.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
So sorry your Goblin is suffering. I'm sure you are making the right decision. It's hard, and it's sad 🫂💔🫂
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
He's an insufferable dick!
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Happy birthday! Glad the lovely Countessa has had a good day as well.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
POTUS should honor bills from Congress, they approved appropriations for support including weaponry. Biden delayed & withheld certain weapons as he tried to live within the Congressional decision. She could have *said* she wouldn't do it but she respected Congress' authority. Of course FOTUS ignores
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
And that one person will miss all this fun because they added you to that No Porn list 🤣
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Bullhorn arrived this weekend. Walk everywhere in Loop & near Loop neighborhoods (no car in Chicago). Plan to take it every day & get loud if I see any soldiers or ICE presence. I feel it is my responsibility as part of the demographic that got us in this mess. Old white hippie mode activated!
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm waiting for a block. He very quickly told me he does >10 hours a week & does go after Thune & Johnson, told me to use "the little google machine." Replied with screenshot from said search & no reply, yet:
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
I agree it's fair. Sadly, you'll probably be disappointed.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Well, here is what my liile google machine research found. That's why I asked you if you had any insight. Nothing on Thune, relying on Rep Crockett in limited interviews on Johnson 🤷♀️
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Please point me to your recent segments attacking the Do Nothing Republican leadership. You know, the ones in the majority? Hopefully you don't bring fire only for the minority & none for Johnson or Thune. I'm sure you can enlighten me with your in-depth analysis of Republican lack of leadership.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
And, narrative of Dems not seen favorably is fed by these Do Something loud mouths, chaos agents. Their op is working to plan. They want Dems to lose so they can continue their "woe is we" campaign all while enabling their "burn it all down" dream. The FO part will be devastating for all of us.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
One advantage to having an out of custom name. My only issue is I still pronounce it with my Pittsburgh accent (big on the O) so a lot of people think I say Dawn. Online orders are no problem, phoned in are iffy so I usually go ahead and spell it out.
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🤞🤞
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Breaks my heart to see her heartbroken 💔
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm a bit older and it also terrified me as a young adult.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
So sorry to hear of Gracie's passing. Wishing strength to you, Francis, Ms. Nero, and Brutus. ❤️💔
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Too late for me, I already donated a kidney so I'm sure I'm on the list. Good news, they can't just take the other one, yet.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
🫂
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Of course blond & blue eyes 🤦♀️
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
He claims he is from Manitoba 🤦♀️
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
And ordered one, it will be here this week. Seems small enough to be readily carried everywhere I go.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Used to be poll volunteer but had schedule conflict past couple of years. Loved working polls. Long day but so great to see process in action & interact with voters. See first-time voters so enthused. Also, often stationed in a Hispanic neighborhood where citizens' engagement is high.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
No sympathy, whatsoever. Just glad I locked my data on all 3 reporting sites years ago. May not be 100% protection against these nefarious monsters but may offer some defense.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
So sorry to hear this. The bond you two have will be powerful for both of you. Please give Shelby a big hug from me 🫂
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Happy day! We will miss you but know you'll be back.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Thanks, added two more.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Contemplating buying a bullhorn to use when he sends troops to Chicago. I live in the city near the loop & walk everywhere. Retired so I can add extra walks on days I might normally stay home. Planning ...
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Did she make through the night with no issues? Worried about the little floof.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Agree, seeing him pop up in posts, my first thought: wait, is he still alive?
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
🫂 hoping for a good outcome 🫂
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Good advice. I asked my doctor about my vaccine status, I'm in the age group of adults that could be iffy. And I spend months in the Southwest so that was an added concern. Fortunately, my numbers were all solid for immunity.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Missed but glad it's resolved. I appreciate content from both of you.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Happy birthday (& hello Shelby)!
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
You, a white woman, telling us indigenous relations in Canada are improving? Is that your opinion or can you point us to any source authored by an indigenous group? Lots of my fellow white Americans have tried to point to President Obama to say racism in America is over. Nope, patently false.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
So, you're not doing this for the good of my country, you're just hoping to buffer your own against the same tide. Your country has their own ugly history. Clean up your own house & leave Black people in America alone. They have enough on their hands with racism here.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm that one out of I don't know how many around me: venti with room. Everyone else has at least 3 ingredients to their order. Fancy for me is a latte with an extra shot.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Good decision, Spry. I read all that mess this morning before my gym appointment. It helped fuel my strength assessment.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
She's tired, she's tried *relentlessly* to get everything fixed. I mean, she's gone to LOTS of protests & we aren't appreciating her efforts. OK, now I can't keep *this* up. She's an outright embarrassment to my demographic. Good riddance to her nonsense.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
It's been years since I had one of those.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
None of the counts were within legal requirements for recounts funded by states. Recounts can be individually funded and might not stop state certification. I worry some recount messaging is cover for number of people who sat out & believed rest of us would carry the day to get her over the line.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Pray tell, in what utopian country that solved all the problems of society do you reside? Obviously your nation doesn't have the sins of colonizing or racial prejudice since you have all the fire for my country that must still work on these issues. Or, maybe you should still clean up your own house.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
🫂
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
There's *nothing* crazy about this behavior 😂. For her to get here she had to go bed, dresser, half wall around main bedroom, jump across hall to 2nd bedroom half wall, jump open doorway to half wall creating closet. And she's always contemplating the ductwork wondering how to get there.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
A lot of politics. Fortunately, folks in my circle also enjoy food, art, creativity, pets, & fitness posts. We share on those topics frequently. If not for those it would be ALL politics & I would probably drop out.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Finished Malibu Rising & Distant Shores for August book club. Need to crack open The Searcher by Tana French next, for me.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Dexter was special to you. His loss will require a lot of time for grief. Keeping you in my thoughts 🫂💜
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Madam Chair is one of my favorite clapbacks.
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Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Ooh, yes a casserole. Post pics & recipe. 🍽
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
I thought it was Newscum 😉
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
We would welcome you!
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Bring back Civics classes, or at least Schoolhouse Rock!
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Wow, I need to research, again. When I started my subscription it was discounted. Wonder if they sneaked it up for other reasons.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
When I moved from the suburbs to the city I lapsed my Costco (less space). Wasn't happy with store options so I found SFB direct. Love the subscription, I now never run out. Can have it shipped right to Tucson or Chicago.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Hugs to you & Zia! Don't add stress. Maybe Boomer Dad will hear of your plight & drop by with some 😉
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
SF Bay direct for my pods. On subscription 120 went from $55 to $65. TBH, I get 100% Colombian so I can guess why the increase.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Chiles rellenos? Poblanos are excellent for those.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
I said what I said after reading through the entire back & forth. After that I looked at your other interactions & I formed my opinion. That's it, now go rant elsewhere. It's a beautiful day here & I'm going to go enjoy it. Bye!
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Saddest thing this entire engagement TL showed me was that the Dr here only gets any engagement on their TL if they go on a combative trolling session against a random poster. Their own posts get absolutely no engagement. Believe this may just be rage-farming.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Came here to make this point. Even if, big if, Dems had codified abortion rights some "pro-life" group would fund someone to challenge it in a selected district to ensure it rose up to a SCOTUS challenge. Outcome could be worse than Dobbs.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
He's got an uncle that went to MIT so obviously he, by genetic relations, must be just as smart /s
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
I remind people the succession is VP so JD. He's potentially more risky, he is smarter & possibly more cruel than FOTUS. Plus, an ardent proponent of P2025. Plus-plus, he would still have rabid support of Thune & Johnson. Much as I would not mourn the asshole's passing, I do not cheer for it.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Yep, PawPaw created another account just to troll Jay. It would be sad if it wasn't so crazy/creepy.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Just saw a new update, he needs to report to a center in Baltimore & they are threatening Uganda 🤦♀️
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
This great news. He is still awaiting trial; at least he is free. Now let's get rid of these bullshit charges so he can be free-free 🙏
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Make her define inappropriate
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Sweet memories of childhood. Mother & gmother canned veg & fruit. As a kid it was a chore; looking back, I miss it. Later, driving back roads in Indiana I'd see walnuts on the ground & remember how my mom kept a basket in the car & gather them. We wore gloves to prevent staining hands when husking.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Agree, the religious angle always gives me pause. Lesson I've learned is, follow Black women & their opinion. Plan to keep following him & his appeal level to the base.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Hello JJ & Izzy ❤️
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
We could have not felt the need to frequently scroll SM while shaking our heads but needing to be sure we know what new ratfuckery is afoot.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
This is such a shame. I hope you are safe soon.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Ooh, perhaps an opportunity to protest that creep.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
I had the same issue with the AZ events. I eventually chickened out, money is a concern right now 😭
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you, that means a lot to me ❤️
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Please review it for us. I've been considering one, too many options. Overwhelmed.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
I make a point of liking almost all posts by Democratic reps. I cringe on a few (jaypal, aoc, omar). For those I review the message & decide. Want to try to prevent the ratioing by crazies.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Oh crap, candy corn season is coming 🤮
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
With the heat of 10,000 suns
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Hate the typo but it might thwart word searches 😆
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes, did he try this in the showroom 🤷♀️
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Only slightly better than the ones I saw Hebsetj doing.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Illinois needs to be part of Pacifica or Atlantica. Closer to the East Coast. My selfish opinion since I live here.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Klanistan
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
And all their online postings encouraged/discouraged too many to not vote at all. Essentially the "both sides are bad" argument.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes, please! Love Mexican Street Corn, this is Macaroni Salad. Fortunately, I can get great Mexican Street Corn in Chicago or Tucson.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Gotta have that mayo &, to quote one of my TT posters, it won't go down easy if it ain't cheesy 😵💫
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Not even close! Looks like ditalini with some corn 🤷♀️
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Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Has he now deleted every post? I was really getting into this TL.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Frisbee with sharp corners!
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
And disk readers for those giant floppy (yes they were) disks.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Isn't *requiring* unconditional actually implementing a condition? You are demanding things ergo placing conditions. You think that Black people should acquiesce to your demands to prove this "unconditional love." Black people have & are fighting against this tyranny, just not the way you demand.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
Zach, white Americans failed in November 2024. They were the majority vote for fascism. I count the non-voters & 3rd party voters in there since white people are still the majority in this country so the majority in those groups as well. Quit harassing Black people with your "save me/us" nonsense.
Donna McCarty Peters (@steeldiva.bsky.social) reply parent
It's an add-on for my State Farm policy.