Good morning New York! At tonight's game, I know you'll deliver a chorus of boos so loud, we'll hear them up in Canada. But what if all your road work, street parties, and traffic gridlock made it impossible for the Grifter-in-Chief to even make it to MSG? Boy, that would be a shame.

I'll take "Things I Never Thought I'd See On CNN" for $500...

Let's see: a known fraud who lip synched everything; a group found guilty in court of using a singer's unpaid, uncredited demo track; an artist who flat out stole the hook to his only hit; and a balding rocker who used a music video to showcase footage of his arrest for sex with a minor. 🙄

After Reagan sowed the seeds of destroying America's economy/handing it to the wealthy, it took less than 50 years to create 51 health insurance billionaires. Why aren't U.S. citizens furiously angry at having their health managed for profit? Oh yeah, racism. www.rawstory.com/raw-investig...

If Pete Hoekstra "doesn't understand" why we're so angry, then perhaps he isn't qualified to be the Ambassador to Canada. 🤷🏼‍♀️

In Canada, paying for hospital parking is usually the only out of pocket cost for healthcare. 🤷‍♀️ This might sound like a brag (and it is), but I hope it's a call to action as well. Why aren't U.S. citizens riotously angry that they don't have what every single other industrialized country has?

Um...does anybody actually believe that any of the J6 criminal insurrectionists will see a dime of the new WTF (White Treasonous Felons) reparations fund? Or, based on what we already know, is it more likely that the Orange Hater Tot will just pocket the $1.8 billion himself?

Anybody familiar with Gryfe's Bagels from Toronto? I took a stab at recreating their bagel style. Pretty delicious for a first attempt. #Toronto #bagels #baking

Bravo to these creative protestors who made a joyful noise in front of rich people's houses who complained about the noise from life-saving helicopter flights at the local children's hospital. This is the very definition of "good trouble." And it's what I call "happy-making." Please enjoy.

Every now and then, the Universe sends a little wink to say "don't give up."

Canada shows its Relentless Decency* in stellar fashion. I'm not smug - there's a lot that needs fixing. But I'm proud AF to live in a place where things like this happen. Because it proves that it CAN be done. To ALL** our southern neighbours: You deserve better. May you find your way. 🙏❤️🍁

When it's all too much and you just need to feel better, what's your go-to? For me, the last several years, it's been a YouTube reactor by the name of JL, on EOM Reacts. He's hilarious, feels things deeply, and has a laugh that can heal the world entire. Check him out. youtube.com/shorts/UwC90...

If you don't already follow @montemader.bsky.social, you're missing out. She's incisive, articulate, and wicked smart. Watch her dismantle this vapid, try-hard "mean girl" while simultaneously delivering a message that benefits EVERYONE. Amplify it. Improve the world. youtube.com/shorts/ZxxVh...

Today's Bluesky highlight: This post from the middle of a thread on Brown Recluse Spider bites. Newsworthy because acquitted murderer Kyle Rittenhouse got bitten by one and is currently hospitalized. Who knew spider experts were so lyrical!

Came across this delightful video this morning, featuring Unaigwe Ruth, a healthcare worker and newcomer to Canada, sharing her experiences. I'm so glad she's here, and so glad we were able to make such a good impression. youtu.be/LczmoK9p9eo?...

"The Jedi tradition holds that you don't wield The Force as much as listen to it. Peace. Patience. Harmony with nature. Of course The Force is Canadian." The Canadian 🇨🇦 origins of May the Fourth. youtube.com/shorts/r-sih...

The entire world needs to change. Not just with voting. But how we interact with each other. When was the last time you gave a stranger a compliment? Did something nice for someone for no reason at all? If we want a better world, we must MAKE it better. Inject some good into your little corner. ♥️

I've never really been a fan of @deanblundell.bsky.social, but this is a great read. Yes, Trump is trying to break the world. Carney isn't having it. "Mark Carney Just Walked Into Armenia and Cracked The American Empire In Half As Canada Entertains Joining The EU" open.substack.com/pub/deanblun...

Always be willing to adjust your expectations. After years of trying, I have finally been successful at meal prep! It's not full meals yet, but the "make-a-double-batch-of-cookie-dough-and-freeze-it-to-make-hot-fresh-homemade-cookies-in-under-20-minutes" plan is working tremendously well.

More adventures in baking. Today, it's my attempt at sausage buns - two plain, two inspired by the buns at Mr. Submarine (which is Canadian and superior to Subway in every way, and no, I won't be taking questions) - a cheesy bun and a Mediterranean-inspired one, with olive oil and Italian seasoning.

This picture made me smile. The fact that I saw it because @markhamillofficial.bsky.social posted it just makes it that much better.

Here are just a few of the spoils from my Very Busy Weekend.

Have you ever responded to a post about violence against women with "not all men" - or even just thought it? This is something you should read. Not because we're accusing you of anything. But because we need your help if this is ever going to get better. Speak out. Show up. Be an active "good guy."

This gave me a chuckle and an idea for a slightly more fitting name for him: Biggest Loser of All Time. BLOAT. Worth amplifying, wouldn't you agree? (Excuse me while I giggle to myself for the rest of the morning.) 🤭

Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew knows what's up. Other provincial leaders should follow suit. Release the Epstein files!

Turns out that doom scrolling doesn't just sour your mood - it changes the way your brain works, and "hardens" those new pathways, making your worldview more rigid. Damn.

Who knew that renewable energy could be delivered with a side of petty? Bravo, Scotland!

For all that's dreadful in the world, there is good news - great news - quietly happening. Trade deals, defense agreements, and green energy are being built at record setting speeds to create a global system that completely side-steps the United States. A long, excellent read worth amplifying.

My Bluesky highlights so far today: - SCOTUS refusing to hear an anti-Trans case on "parent's rights" - ‪MyLastSoberDuck‬ @bammacdduck.bsky.social calling U.S. alcohol "Hegseth water" - The Mouthy Renegade Writer @mouthyrenegade.bsky.social introducing me to the insult "soup fork." Thanks!

With the last of the snow (hopefully) melted away, and before the grass and plants can fully come in, there is that ugly period of Spring, where basically everything is dirt. Criss Cross Applesauce highly approves. My furniture and carpet? Not so much.

Good advice - especially advice that helps keep people safe - is worth amplifying. Share this idea with the young people in your life. Better yet, be the person who helps, if anyone ever tries this with you.

Sometimes, I scan the headlines and think: "More Trump insanity. More terrible people doing terrible things." Then I close my computer, and simply avoid the news that day. It's my form of self-care. Feel free to borrow it.

An old flame used to quote this (author? filmmaker?) who came up with the phrase: "There's a sound truth makes when it's being told." This post made me finally experience what he meant.

Easy-to-understand explanations should be amplified. Loudly and often. For as long as it takes.

Nothing about the "assassination attempt" - and the two deaths directly associated with it - is good. But the blackout silence on it is even worse. He can't shut up about long-standing Twitter beefs from 15 years ago, but on this, nary a peep. 🤷🏼‍♀️ MAGA is noticing. That part is worth amplifying.

Wow. This lesson - to give your pain a different place to live - needs to be amplified from the rooftops. Let's tell everyone. ♥️

Proud of my country, and grateful that @mark-carney.bsky.social is our Prime Minister. Regardless of how you feel about the Canadian political landscape, he is the right man at the right time.

Some people think that dogs are stupid, because they love everything and everyone indiscriminately. I think some people are stupid and don't know what love is.

Helpful information should be amplified. This is a two-for-one: you can foil internet tracking, if only for a moment, AND you can save yourself some characters by simply deleting everything after the "?" in the link you're sharing. The more you know.

Amplifying this gentleman, @largemanabroad.bsky.social, for thoughtful & well-informed takes on the "Big Picture" of what's going on. It may be my 🇨🇦 bias, but this post hit hard. About how the U.S. can still be saved, is *worth* saving, and how looking to Canada's example can help. bit.ly/41tzlRu

The beautiful photographs from Artemis II, and the emotional messages from the crew upon their return, has made me want to do a better job of noticing all that is beautiful, unique, and special about our world. Here are two simple questions you can ask yourself that may help you instill the habit.

Useful explanations should be amplified. Feel free to borrow this one.

Some joy for your timeline.

I will always amplify Dad jokes.

This group of Dads coming together to learn how to do their daughter's hair is amazing. Let's amplify it so more bars offer similar events. ❤️

Anything that can help people - especially newcomers to Canada - should be amplified. Welcome home!

Creative defiance should be amplified. Hooray for Boise, Idaho! (And boo to Idaho lawmakers for being backwards and hateful.😡)

Powerful messages should be amplified. The entire world should see this photo. 😓

I have no idea who Molly Crabapple is. I do not know the name of her book. But this news? This is a BFD. And it deserves to be amplified.

Crisscross Applesauce likes hanging out in the same room as her people. Though if her people are in separate rooms, she'll choose the one who's closest to the bed.