Ardent Admirer
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Foodie. Traveler. Likes Jane Austen, Star Trek, mediocre romance movies, YA. Mostly screams into the void about life & whatever I'm watching.
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Renee Macklin Good's wife, Becca Good, released a statement and it moved me to sobbing tears:
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January 9, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Renee Macklin Good's wife, Becca Good, released a statement and it moved me to sobbing tears:
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I keep seeing posts about the celebrity mom drama. My biggest takeaway from that is ... when did Mandy Moore start looking like that? She doesn't even look like her anymore. When someone said she's in the group picture, I had to guess which she was.
January 9, 2026 at 11:05 PM
I keep seeing posts about the celebrity mom drama. My biggest takeaway from that is ... when did Mandy Moore start looking like that? She doesn't even look like her anymore. When someone said she's in the group picture, I had to guess which she was.
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Poem below:
Donate to Amanda Gorman's fundraiser for @ACLUMN who are currently engaged in legal action against ICE.
Other ways to offer support include donating to organizations such as:
Unidos MN @UnidosMN
Monarcha Rapid Response Line at monarcamn.org/
Immigrant Law Center MN @immigrantlawcentermn
Donate to Amanda Gorman's fundraiser for @ACLUMN who are currently engaged in legal action against ICE.
Other ways to offer support include donating to organizations such as:
Unidos MN @UnidosMN
Monarcha Rapid Response Line at monarcamn.org/
Immigrant Law Center MN @immigrantlawcentermn
January 9, 2026 at 3:35 AM
Poem below:
Donate to Amanda Gorman's fundraiser for @ACLUMN who are currently engaged in legal action against ICE.
Other ways to offer support include donating to organizations such as:
Unidos MN @UnidosMN
Monarcha Rapid Response Line at monarcamn.org/
Immigrant Law Center MN @immigrantlawcentermn
Donate to Amanda Gorman's fundraiser for @ACLUMN who are currently engaged in legal action against ICE.
Other ways to offer support include donating to organizations such as:
Unidos MN @UnidosMN
Monarcha Rapid Response Line at monarcamn.org/
Immigrant Law Center MN @immigrantlawcentermn
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“U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents shot two people in Portland on Thursday afternoon, according to Portland city councilors.”
katu.com/news/local/i...
katu.com/news/local/i...
US Border agents shoot two people in Portland, city officials say
U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents shot two people in Portland on Thursday afternoon, according to Portland city councilors.The shooting occurred near Ea
katu.com
January 8, 2026 at 11:55 PM
“U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents shot two people in Portland on Thursday afternoon, according to Portland city councilors.”
katu.com/news/local/i...
katu.com/news/local/i...
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I truly have to believe this (and I do! like, I think it is absolutely true). But I need to remember and hold it inside my heart these days.
As ever... the vast, vast majority of people don't want the hellscape the right is forcing on us. they really are the minority viewpoint. vocal? yes. powerful? unfortunately, yes. But there are so many more people who don't want to live in the world they're trying to make.
January 7, 2026 at 11:15 PM
I truly have to believe this (and I do! like, I think it is absolutely true). But I need to remember and hold it inside my heart these days.
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I need people to wrap their minds around the fact that here in Minneapolis, ICE broke the window of a vehicle yesterday, pepper sprayed the occupants, and arrested them, and shot another observer in the face today, and OBSERVERS ARE STILL GOING OUT TO PROTECT THEIR NEIGHBORS AT MASSIVE PERSONAL RISK
I’m eating lunch, I’m having a panic attack, I’m charging my phone, and then I’m going back out to try and keep my neighborhood safe.
January 7, 2026 at 5:47 PM
I need people to wrap their minds around the fact that here in Minneapolis, ICE broke the window of a vehicle yesterday, pepper sprayed the occupants, and arrested them, and shot another observer in the face today, and OBSERVERS ARE STILL GOING OUT TO PROTECT THEIR NEIGHBORS AT MASSIVE PERSONAL RISK
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The people out at the site right now blowing whistles and yelling at ICE are doing so KNOWING THEY WILL BE PHYSICALLY HARMED because what’s at stake is THAT IMPORTANT
January 7, 2026 at 5:47 PM
The people out at the site right now blowing whistles and yelling at ICE are doing so KNOWING THEY WILL BE PHYSICALLY HARMED because what’s at stake is THAT IMPORTANT
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My very smart colleagues are doing excellent coverage of the ICE shooting in Minneapolis today. I would urge you to follow along with local sources familiar with the area and the residents here.
Live: Mayor Frey blasts ICE in fiery response to fatal shooting
The mayor called for calm after a fatal shooting by an immigration agent in south Minneapolis. ICE said the agent acted defensively.
www.startribune.com
January 7, 2026 at 7:06 PM
My very smart colleagues are doing excellent coverage of the ICE shooting in Minneapolis today. I would urge you to follow along with local sources familiar with the area and the residents here.
I'm going to a new dentist and looking at the paperwork. While they still charge cancellation fees (less than 48 hrs), 100% of those fees are donated to 3 charities. So that's rather nice.
January 6, 2026 at 5:12 PM
I'm going to a new dentist and looking at the paperwork. While they still charge cancellation fees (less than 48 hrs), 100% of those fees are donated to 3 charities. So that's rather nice.
One day back at work (went into the office today) & I am ready to sleep at 7pm.
January 6, 2026 at 3:14 AM
One day back at work (went into the office today) & I am ready to sleep at 7pm.
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OUT: Helping you pay for health care.
IN: Helping oil companies pay for their infrastructure in a foreign country.
IN: Helping oil companies pay for their infrastructure in a foreign country.
January 6, 2026 at 12:14 AM
OUT: Helping you pay for health care.
IN: Helping oil companies pay for their infrastructure in a foreign country.
IN: Helping oil companies pay for their infrastructure in a foreign country.
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Inbox: the Corporation for Public Broadcasting’s board has voted to dissolve the organization following Congress pulling its federal funding
January 5, 2026 at 6:55 PM
Inbox: the Corporation for Public Broadcasting’s board has voted to dissolve the organization following Congress pulling its federal funding
Oh, no, I just sneezed a lot. For the 1st time, I didn't wear a mask (I forgot it) when I went grocery shopping, and I was there an extended time. And I know there was a teen there, who I was around a couple of times, who was sneezing. I haven't gotten my flu or covid shot this season.
January 4, 2026 at 10:53 PM
Oh, no, I just sneezed a lot. For the 1st time, I didn't wear a mask (I forgot it) when I went grocery shopping, and I was there an extended time. And I know there was a teen there, who I was around a couple of times, who was sneezing. I haven't gotten my flu or covid shot this season.
C'mon, it's only the 3rd of January. Bad things couldn't even wait past NY weekend.
January 3, 2026 at 9:34 PM
C'mon, it's only the 3rd of January. Bad things couldn't even wait past NY weekend.
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I’m at Times Square, where an emergency “No War On Venezuela” protest just took to the street. Easily a thousand people here in real-feel 20°F weather.
“No more coups, no more wars, Venezuela’s not yours!”
“No boots on the ground no bombs in the air, U.S. out of everywhere!”
“No more coups, no more wars, Venezuela’s not yours!”
“No boots on the ground no bombs in the air, U.S. out of everywhere!”
January 3, 2026 at 8:02 PM
I’m at Times Square, where an emergency “No War On Venezuela” protest just took to the street. Easily a thousand people here in real-feel 20°F weather.
“No more coups, no more wars, Venezuela’s not yours!”
“No boots on the ground no bombs in the air, U.S. out of everywhere!”
“No more coups, no more wars, Venezuela’s not yours!”
“No boots on the ground no bombs in the air, U.S. out of everywhere!”
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Now now killer fungus
We are BUSY
We are BUSY
Killer fungus becoming more infectious and spreading worldwide https://www.independent.co.uk/news/science/candida-auris-fungus-infection-symptoms-b2892497.html
𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀 ⇢ CanadaHealthwatch.ca 🍁
𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀 ⇢ CanadaHealthwatch.ca 🍁
January 2, 2026 at 1:50 AM
Now now killer fungus
We are BUSY
We are BUSY
Been doing some planning today, in accordance with my goals. Man, I'm tired just with planning. And I'm nowhere near done.
January 2, 2026 at 6:38 AM
Been doing some planning today, in accordance with my goals. Man, I'm tired just with planning. And I'm nowhere near done.
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I was wondering what Mamdani's first executive order would be, and I'm not disappointed by this.
He has wiped off the books EVERY Eric Adams executive order issued on or after September 26, 2024, the day Adams was indicted on federal bribery charges.
He has wiped off the books EVERY Eric Adams executive order issued on or after September 26, 2024, the day Adams was indicted on federal bribery charges.
January 1, 2026 at 11:07 PM
I was wondering what Mamdani's first executive order would be, and I'm not disappointed by this.
He has wiped off the books EVERY Eric Adams executive order issued on or after September 26, 2024, the day Adams was indicted on federal bribery charges.
He has wiped off the books EVERY Eric Adams executive order issued on or after September 26, 2024, the day Adams was indicted on federal bribery charges.
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Happy Zohran Mamdani is the Mayor of New York City to all who celebrate 😭❤️
January 1, 2026 at 5:25 AM
Happy Zohran Mamdani is the Mayor of New York City to all who celebrate 😭❤️
Last night, girl & I set goals for the year. It's not a thing we do at all, but since we weren't doing anything, I thought it was a good time to do it. I have a few, but they really go under 2 umbrellas: become healthier and make space.
January 1, 2026 at 7:14 PM
Last night, girl & I set goals for the year. It's not a thing we do at all, but since we weren't doing anything, I thought it was a good time to do it. I have a few, but they really go under 2 umbrellas: become healthier and make space.
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I take no leave of you, 2025. I send no compliments to your mother. You deserve no such attention. I am most seriously displeased.
December 31, 2025 at 1:46 PM
I take no leave of you, 2025. I send no compliments to your mother. You deserve no such attention. I am most seriously displeased.
Roku currently has a Xena channel, which is cool. But I haven't been watching from the beginning, and Xena is one of those shows that makes sense when you watch in order. This ep has Ares, my favorite. Also has Callisto, who is one of my faves.
December 31, 2025 at 2:23 AM
Roku currently has a Xena channel, which is cool. But I haven't been watching from the beginning, and Xena is one of those shows that makes sense when you watch in order. This ep has Ares, my favorite. Also has Callisto, who is one of my faves.
I have a lot of stuff on my to do list because I've just been very lazy the past few days. So, what do I do today? Something that's not on my list -- cleaning the fridge. But I guess it's a good thing -- the new year is coming up after all. Also, I need to know what we have & what we don't.
December 30, 2025 at 7:44 PM
I have a lot of stuff on my to do list because I've just been very lazy the past few days. So, what do I do today? Something that's not on my list -- cleaning the fridge. But I guess it's a good thing -- the new year is coming up after all. Also, I need to know what we have & what we don't.
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USPS quietly changed its postmark rules — mail is no longer dated when you drop it off. The “official” date is when it hits automated sorting — sometimes days later
Which could have major implications for mail in voting — it’s a clever way to disenfranchise voters that’s going largely overlooked
Which could have major implications for mail in voting — it’s a clever way to disenfranchise voters that’s going largely overlooked
December 29, 2025 at 7:14 PM
USPS quietly changed its postmark rules — mail is no longer dated when you drop it off. The “official” date is when it hits automated sorting — sometimes days later
Which could have major implications for mail in voting — it’s a clever way to disenfranchise voters that’s going largely overlooked
Which could have major implications for mail in voting — it’s a clever way to disenfranchise voters that’s going largely overlooked