Donna Barrow
@donnabarrow.bsky.social
“You won’t get time to hang a sign on me.” ~ The Beatles. Progressive granny, newly retired, ready to kick ass to protect my granddaughter’s future. Lover of books, red wine, coffee, movies. Amateur watercolor artist.
And now, Catherine O’Hara. Rest in peace, great one. There is no other like you.
January 30, 2026 at 7:45 PM
And now, Catherine O’Hara. Rest in peace, great one. There is no other like you.
I’m telling everyone I know. You must see “Sentimental Value” starring Stellan Skarsgard. He recently won a Golden Globe for his role. Beautiful film. 🩷
January 26, 2026 at 4:53 AM
I’m telling everyone I know. You must see “Sentimental Value” starring Stellan Skarsgard. He recently won a Golden Globe for his role. Beautiful film. 🩷
Sickening.
Pam Bondi just sent a letter to Minnesota officials saying ICE will leave if the state turns over its voter database to Trump.
Guess what? This has never been about safety or immigration. It’s a pretext for Trump to take over elections in swing states.
Guess what? This has never been about safety or immigration. It’s a pretext for Trump to take over elections in swing states.
January 25, 2026 at 2:24 AM
Sickening.
Texas will be hit with a severe winter storm this weekend. I know many are laughing their asses off because we don’t know what real cold is. This isn’t the issue. Our grid is fucked, our governor does zilch, massive property damage, and lives are lost due to exposure. Yeah, I’m pissed.
January 22, 2026 at 12:26 AM
Texas will be hit with a severe winter storm this weekend. I know many are laughing their asses off because we don’t know what real cold is. This isn’t the issue. Our grid is fucked, our governor does zilch, massive property damage, and lives are lost due to exposure. Yeah, I’m pissed.
“You and me, babe. How about it?” Damn…….I love this song.
January 19, 2026 at 9:05 PM
“You and me, babe. How about it?” Damn…….I love this song.
Life is a question that not even Google can answer.
January 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Life is a question that not even Google can answer.
I strive to post thoughtful content for the sole purpose of maintaining some degree of normalcy. Today is not one of those days. I can’t ignore that we are under the thumb of an unfit, character-less fascist that wields terror upon the citizens he swore to defend and protect.
January 16, 2026 at 1:45 AM
I strive to post thoughtful content for the sole purpose of maintaining some degree of normalcy. Today is not one of those days. I can’t ignore that we are under the thumb of an unfit, character-less fascist that wields terror upon the citizens he swore to defend and protect.
As I was browsing through a book store, I overheard a 4-5 year old boy loudly tell his mother, after she told him it was time to leave, "You SUCK, Mom!" An altercation nearly ensued as another woman and I argued over who should be the first one to smack that brat. 😂 #dontmesswithsicilianmama
January 8, 2026 at 8:40 PM
As I was browsing through a book store, I overheard a 4-5 year old boy loudly tell his mother, after she told him it was time to leave, "You SUCK, Mom!" An altercation nearly ensued as another woman and I argued over who should be the first one to smack that brat. 😂 #dontmesswithsicilianmama
Renee Nicole Good, murdered by ICE.
January 8, 2026 at 3:57 AM
Renee Nicole Good, murdered by ICE.
Visiting the only Christmas tree that matters 🩷
January 4, 2026 at 9:58 PM
Visiting the only Christmas tree that matters 🩷
I shouldn’t be surprised, but I still find myself shocked and appalled by the people who continue supporting him. He’s sick and they’re sicker.
January 3, 2026 at 11:19 PM
I shouldn’t be surprised, but I still find myself shocked and appalled by the people who continue supporting him. He’s sick and they’re sicker.
I will never not be charmed and enchanted by “When Harry Met Sally.”
December 29, 2025 at 3:28 AM
I will never not be charmed and enchanted by “When Harry Met Sally.”
At the nail salon, I noticed Young & The Restless on the salon's television. Though I've not watched for at 20+ years I was able to catch up. It’s nice to know that the Newmans, Abbotts, Jabot Cosmetics, and the turmoil/love between Nikki and Victor are constant.
December 28, 2025 at 1:52 AM
At the nail salon, I noticed Young & The Restless on the salon's television. Though I've not watched for at 20+ years I was able to catch up. It’s nice to know that the Newmans, Abbotts, Jabot Cosmetics, and the turmoil/love between Nikki and Victor are constant.
May the Spirit of Christmas make you as close to sublime as you possibly can be.
Remember: One of the most glorious messes in the world is the mess created in the living room on Christmas day. Don't clean it up too quickly.
Sending love and blessings to you all!
Remember: One of the most glorious messes in the world is the mess created in the living room on Christmas day. Don't clean it up too quickly.
Sending love and blessings to you all!
December 24, 2025 at 5:48 PM
May the Spirit of Christmas make you as close to sublime as you possibly can be.
Remember: One of the most glorious messes in the world is the mess created in the living room on Christmas day. Don't clean it up too quickly.
Sending love and blessings to you all!
Remember: One of the most glorious messes in the world is the mess created in the living room on Christmas day. Don't clean it up too quickly.
Sending love and blessings to you all!
60 years ago today, Doctor Zhivago was released. To this day, I am still captivated and immersed in this beautiful film.
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December 22, 2025 at 6:10 PM
60 years ago today, Doctor Zhivago was released. To this day, I am still captivated and immersed in this beautiful film.
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Baruch atah, Adonai Eloheinu, Melech haolam, shehecheyanu v'kiy'manu v'higiyanu laz'man hazeh.
Never forget that when we turn a blind eye to violence, we all pay the price.
Never forget that when we turn a blind eye to violence, we all pay the price.
December 15, 2025 at 12:06 AM
Baruch atah, Adonai Eloheinu, Melech haolam, shehecheyanu v'kiy'manu v'higiyanu laz'man hazeh.
Never forget that when we turn a blind eye to violence, we all pay the price.
Never forget that when we turn a blind eye to violence, we all pay the price.
Today I buried my Daddy. Watching him rapidly decline this year, just two years after losing my Mama, has left me overwhelmed with a feeling of not quite knowing what to do. 😢
December 14, 2025 at 2:38 AM
Today I buried my Daddy. Watching him rapidly decline this year, just two years after losing my Mama, has left me overwhelmed with a feeling of not quite knowing what to do. 😢
To all my reader friends. I love real books. I love the way they smell, especially if they are old. I love the feel and weight of them in my hands. Turning pages after I’ve savored them soothes and satisfies my soul. I’ve listened to my share of books on Audible, but it doesn’t fill my soul.
December 9, 2025 at 4:59 PM
To all my reader friends. I love real books. I love the way they smell, especially if they are old. I love the feel and weight of them in my hands. Turning pages after I’ve savored them soothes and satisfies my soul. I’ve listened to my share of books on Audible, but it doesn’t fill my soul.
Watching “Saturday Night Fever” again. I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve watched it. Now, even though Tony Manero is the “hero” I this movie, the young couple from Puerto Rico should have won first place in the dance contest. They were better. I will die on this hill.
December 2, 2025 at 10:19 PM
Watching “Saturday Night Fever” again. I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve watched it. Now, even though Tony Manero is the “hero” I this movie, the young couple from Puerto Rico should have won first place in the dance contest. They were better. I will die on this hill.
First viewing of “Love Actually” this holiday season; there will be many more. I need a cleansing cry today and this film fits the bill.
November 30, 2025 at 4:58 PM
First viewing of “Love Actually” this holiday season; there will be many more. I need a cleansing cry today and this film fits the bill.
Way to go Horns! Hook ‘em!
November 29, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Way to go Horns! Hook ‘em!
Guys, don’t forget to pick up one of these so you can be warm and stylish!
November 29, 2025 at 4:25 AM
Guys, don’t forget to pick up one of these so you can be warm and stylish!
Reposted by Donna Barrow
A bit too on the nose for thanksgiving
ICE DETAINED MARILYN. Fuck these people. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
‘Northern Exposure’ actor gave ICE agents in Redmond her tribal ID. They called it ‘fake,’ she says
Indigenous actor Elaine Miles of "Northern Exposure" was detained by ICE at a Redmond bus stop. When she showed them her Tribal ID, they told her it was fake.
www.seattletimes.com
November 27, 2025 at 5:26 PM
A bit too on the nose for thanksgiving