Bix
@bixiecup.bsky.social
BA / MA.
2x USN.
Gen X.
Deal with it.
Blogging at cembrana.blogspot.com
2x USN.
Gen X.
Deal with it.
Blogging at cembrana.blogspot.com
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December 12, 2025 at 2:54 AM
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I have some kind of tangled-up childhood memory from my first or second year in elementary school, where I had a bumblebee purse something like this (I think mine had a zipper, though) and it was stolen or I lost it...?
Sometimes there are just weird parts of your life that'll never get untangled.
Sometimes there are just weird parts of your life that'll never get untangled.
December 12, 2025 at 2:23 AM
I have some kind of tangled-up childhood memory from my first or second year in elementary school, where I had a bumblebee purse something like this (I think mine had a zipper, though) and it was stolen or I lost it...?
Sometimes there are just weird parts of your life that'll never get untangled.
Sometimes there are just weird parts of your life that'll never get untangled.
"No governmental agency has conducted an independent review of the Line 5 tunnel project. A 'trust us; pinky promise from a company like Enbridge and its track record isn’t good enough for our Great Lakes. Demand Gov. Whitmer & EGLE conduct a comprehensive review of the proposed Great Lakes tunnel."
December 12, 2025 at 1:39 AM
"No governmental agency has conducted an independent review of the Line 5 tunnel project. A 'trust us; pinky promise from a company like Enbridge and its track record isn’t good enough for our Great Lakes. Demand Gov. Whitmer & EGLE conduct a comprehensive review of the proposed Great Lakes tunnel."
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NEW: Senate fails to renew ACA subsidies that will expire at the end of the year
This will result in MILLIONS losing healthcare.
The same Republican-led Senate gave out multi billion-dollar tax cuts to the rich earlier this summer.
Our system is so upside-down.
This will result in MILLIONS losing healthcare.
The same Republican-led Senate gave out multi billion-dollar tax cuts to the rich earlier this summer.
Our system is so upside-down.
December 11, 2025 at 11:37 PM
NEW: Senate fails to renew ACA subsidies that will expire at the end of the year
This will result in MILLIONS losing healthcare.
The same Republican-led Senate gave out multi billion-dollar tax cuts to the rich earlier this summer.
Our system is so upside-down.
This will result in MILLIONS losing healthcare.
The same Republican-led Senate gave out multi billion-dollar tax cuts to the rich earlier this summer.
Our system is so upside-down.
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Recently I posted that some criticized me, a Canadian, for talking about US politics. I said it's a world affair and would not stop. In about 36 hours, I got over 15,000 likes to the post, which shows understanding of the need for global response. Thank you for the kind support for my involvement.
December 11, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Recently I posted that some criticized me, a Canadian, for talking about US politics. I said it's a world affair and would not stop. In about 36 hours, I got over 15,000 likes to the post, which shows understanding of the need for global response. Thank you for the kind support for my involvement.
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Almost daily someone wants to tell me that I should mind my own business and stay out of US "politics". So almost daily I have to remind them that Trumpism affects global economics, environment and peace. I'll do what every concerned global citizen should do. I'll express my opinion. Loudly.
December 10, 2025 at 1:44 AM
Almost daily someone wants to tell me that I should mind my own business and stay out of US "politics". So almost daily I have to remind them that Trumpism affects global economics, environment and peace. I'll do what every concerned global citizen should do. I'll express my opinion. Loudly.
December 11, 2025 at 6:55 AM
Both men took their acting jobs seriously and really provided audiences with solid characters. As far as they were concerned, they were performing with other professionals and not "just Muppets." Wonderful approach to the craft!
Sadly, I can't remember the origin of this terrific take. 🤣
Michael Caine and Tim Curry have both been praised for their work in Muppet movies.
Michael Caine because he treated his Muppet co-stars as fellow actors.
Tim Curry because he treated himself like a Muppet.
Michael Caine and Tim Curry have both been praised for their work in Muppet movies.
Michael Caine because he treated his Muppet co-stars as fellow actors.
Tim Curry because he treated himself like a Muppet.
December 11, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Both men took their acting jobs seriously and really provided audiences with solid characters. As far as they were concerned, they were performing with other professionals and not "just Muppets." Wonderful approach to the craft!
I asked a doctor for a hysterectomy when I was 44, only to be "turned down" with the same "what if?" question (I've never had kids and never wanted kids.) If I'd had it done when I asked, it could've been laparoscopic with no issues. I ended up having 3 abdominal surgeries due to endo complications.
NHS: We would suggest you do not get pregnant again.
Wife: That's not a problem. We're done having kids.
NHS: Great.
Wife: Actually, since it would also solve my chronic pain issues, could I get a hysterectomy?
NHS: Oh no no no, you're far too young. What if you wanted more kids?
Wife: ...I'm sorry?
Wife: That's not a problem. We're done having kids.
NHS: Great.
Wife: Actually, since it would also solve my chronic pain issues, could I get a hysterectomy?
NHS: Oh no no no, you're far too young. What if you wanted more kids?
Wife: ...I'm sorry?
December 11, 2025 at 5:57 AM
I asked a doctor for a hysterectomy when I was 44, only to be "turned down" with the same "what if?" question (I've never had kids and never wanted kids.) If I'd had it done when I asked, it could've been laparoscopic with no issues. I ended up having 3 abdominal surgeries due to endo complications.
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Gallego: "This administration, since they started striking these boats illegally, has been very happy to show their snuff films . Now suddenly they're willing to show the first hit but not the second. Why? ... they're afraid the public is going to see the military killed 2 men that had surrendered."
December 11, 2025 at 2:59 AM
Gallego: "This administration, since they started striking these boats illegally, has been very happy to show their snuff films . Now suddenly they're willing to show the first hit but not the second. Why? ... they're afraid the public is going to see the military killed 2 men that had surrendered."
This administration seriously has no understanding of consequences. Their impulsive decisions come at a price that they're not willing to recognize when they make them.
December 11, 2025 at 5:32 AM
This administration seriously has no understanding of consequences. Their impulsive decisions come at a price that they're not willing to recognize when they make them.
Old Christmas Gifts: "The Mighty Casey" from the early 1970s, a ride-on train. I don't recall having the additional train car, just the engine.
youtu.be/JDyzsET1MX4?...
youtu.be/JDyzsET1MX4?...
December 11, 2025 at 5:14 AM
Old Christmas Gifts: "The Mighty Casey" from the early 1970s, a ride-on train. I don't recall having the additional train car, just the engine.
youtu.be/JDyzsET1MX4?...
youtu.be/JDyzsET1MX4?...
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December 11, 2025 at 4:57 AM
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Yes, we are getting what we deserve as a country.
The penalty for giving in to our ignorance, our prejudice, our hate, our racism, our sexism, our ethnocentric mindset... we're destroying everything good and strong and progressive, to replace it with antiquated chest-beating and warmongering.
The penalty for giving in to our ignorance, our prejudice, our hate, our racism, our sexism, our ethnocentric mindset... we're destroying everything good and strong and progressive, to replace it with antiquated chest-beating and warmongering.
US House backs massive defense policy bill, Senate next reut.rs/4pENtBW
US House backs massive defense policy bill, Senate next
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a massive defense policy bill on Wednesday authorizing a record $901 billion in annual military spending, paving the way for the must-pass measure to become law for a 65th straight year.
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December 11, 2025 at 4:24 AM
Yes, we are getting what we deserve as a country.
The penalty for giving in to our ignorance, our prejudice, our hate, our racism, our sexism, our ethnocentric mindset... we're destroying everything good and strong and progressive, to replace it with antiquated chest-beating and warmongering.
The penalty for giving in to our ignorance, our prejudice, our hate, our racism, our sexism, our ethnocentric mindset... we're destroying everything good and strong and progressive, to replace it with antiquated chest-beating and warmongering.
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White House Begins Christmas Season With Ceremonial Lighting Of Cross
December 10, 2025 at 10:00 PM
White House Begins Christmas Season With Ceremonial Lighting Of Cross
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Requiring foreign visitors to hand over 5 years of social media isn’t “security,” it’s unchecked government control.
All-seeing surveillance systems don’t make us safer. They are in direct opposition to our civil liberties.
www.nbcnews.com/politics/tru...
All-seeing surveillance systems don’t make us safer. They are in direct opposition to our civil liberties.
www.nbcnews.com/politics/tru...
Foreign tourists could be required to disclose 5 years of social media histories under Trump administration plan
The Customs and Border Protection proposal would apply even to countries that don't require visas to enter.
www.nbcnews.com
December 10, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Requiring foreign visitors to hand over 5 years of social media isn’t “security,” it’s unchecked government control.
All-seeing surveillance systems don’t make us safer. They are in direct opposition to our civil liberties.
www.nbcnews.com/politics/tru...
All-seeing surveillance systems don’t make us safer. They are in direct opposition to our civil liberties.
www.nbcnews.com/politics/tru...
I put this up on FB--NBC News put this graphic up at 1 p.m.--and immediately got attacked by MAGA Trumpers calling it "old news" and "fake news" and "Biden figures."
These people won't see reality until it gang-rapes their bank account. Even then, they'll blame Obama.
These people won't see reality until it gang-rapes their bank account. Even then, they'll blame Obama.
December 10, 2025 at 7:20 PM
I put this up on FB--NBC News put this graphic up at 1 p.m.--and immediately got attacked by MAGA Trumpers calling it "old news" and "fake news" and "Biden figures."
These people won't see reality until it gang-rapes their bank account. Even then, they'll blame Obama.
These people won't see reality until it gang-rapes their bank account. Even then, they'll blame Obama.
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December 10, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Anyone else wonder if the "new" drug Cobenfy is Trump's "covfefe" misspelling? Perhaps he's got some schizophrenia issues we should know about.
December 10, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Anyone else wonder if the "new" drug Cobenfy is Trump's "covfefe" misspelling? Perhaps he's got some schizophrenia issues we should know about.
If I Had "Stupid Money"...
...I'd have an 8-track collection.
Just because.
...I'd have an 8-track collection.
Just because.
December 10, 2025 at 4:36 PM
If I Had "Stupid Money"...
...I'd have an 8-track collection.
Just because.
...I'd have an 8-track collection.
Just because.
How is it that so many people continue to defend and justify the cruelties that this administration is doling out? I can't stomach Facebook posts on this crap anymore. It's targeted meanness.
December 10, 2025 at 2:57 PM
How is it that so many people continue to defend and justify the cruelties that this administration is doling out? I can't stomach Facebook posts on this crap anymore. It's targeted meanness.
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BREAKING: At one point, the Pentagon considered sending boat strike survivors to CECOT torture prison in El Salvador to avoid discovery in US courts. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/09/u...
Inside the Pentagon’s Scramble to Deal With Boat Strike Survivors
www.nytimes.com
December 10, 2025 at 3:24 AM
BREAKING: At one point, the Pentagon considered sending boat strike survivors to CECOT torture prison in El Salvador to avoid discovery in US courts. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/09/u...
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December 10, 2025 at 1:44 AM