I hope he is right about the sleeping giant!

Autumn garden! #lifeinnewton

An important way to fight Trump fascism. open.substack.com/pub/robertre...

We’re now at a point in American history when a so-called Republican regime in Washington is extending its control far beyond the wildest dreams of the most left-wing of Democrats — or even socialists.

We are living in an age of bullies. Those with power are less constrained today than they have ever been in my lifetime. The question is: how do we lead moral lives in this era? https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/jul/28/bullies-moral-lives-robert-reich

Beautiful scene at #thestreet #lifeinnewton #summerinnewton

NEW YORK (AP) — Stephen Colbert tells studio audience CBS is canceling 'The Late Show,' to end in May 2026.

This is the monument the Irish people built for them. It's in Cork.

Trump is, to quote 19th C novelist George Meredith, “drifting into vanities, congregating in absurdities, planning shortsightedly, plotting dementedly.”

'The Book of Doors' is an enjoyable bit of fantasy fiction. Magical books with a little bit of romance thrown in. The premise is clever, and the various plots come together beautifully at the end. Really enjoyed it. #BookSky #Books 💙📚

My happy place! Find peace where you can.

Thanks, Megan Rothery: "Let’s flood news agencies with photos and videos of us out yesterday! Use/share this spreadsheet as a resource to call/email/write members of Congress, the Cabinet and news organizations. docs.google.com/spreadsheets...

Quick and magnificent bloom! #springblooms

Rand Paul on Fox Biz: "I do think the jet probably sends the wrong signal, and I don't like the look or appearance of it, so I would hope he would reject it. The Constitution specifically says you can't take gifts from foreign leaders."

May Day!

"Live in each season as it passes; breathe the air, drink the drink, taste the fruit, and resign yourself to the influence of the earth." -Henry David Thoreau

Sad but true.

Work smarter, not harder.. 😅

Almost every line of this story would have been simply unbelievable a few months ago: —Pioneering cancer researcher; —*Arrested* at airport in Boston; —Now indefinite ICE detention in Louisiana; —"Crime": not declaring some frog-embryo samples for research. Read it. www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...

Pope Francis was by far the best most consequential pope in my lifetime, at least since John XXIII whom I barely remember. Francis was knowledgeable about science, cared about the planet, and was concerned more about people than dogma. We will miss his clear urgent gentle and compassionate voice.

Nothing but shells, sea, and blue sky!

Marathon Day in Newton!

A hundred years from now… Our houses will be considered heritage sites, and our grandkids will come to visit… They’ll look around and say, “What’s this weird dangling wire?” “Oh dear… It’s a charger… for the ancient phones of our ancestors??!!” Oh, the shame… 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

Hands Off mass mobilization tomorrow, April 5. Find a location here!

Spread the word to all mural artists, Newton Community Pride has exciting plans for a mural near the great community space near the new Gath Pool. #communityart #callforart #publicart

Sensible ways to stay on course.

Hands Off, Newton Fights Back! Register here for this Saturday’s national event! #handsoff

LOL -- White House econ adviser Kevin Hassett admits on Fox News Sunday that on tariffs "I can't give you any forward-looking guidance on what's gonna happen this week. The president has got a heck of a lot of analysis before him, and he's gonna make the right choice I'm sure."

Love ‘em both!

This Monday!

Daffodils, aka, Jonquils. My granddaughter says that name sounds like a pharmaceutical! She also says the stink but they are so beautiful!

Ways to alter the structure. #change

Great piece.

Newton Community Farm needs volunteers to prepare for their May seedling sale.

I’m obsessed with summer. How about 15 weeks of flowers to make you smile? #SummerFlowers #SummerJoy

How about learning leadership skills this summer? #Teens

Summer is coming in New England. Learn to be a lifeguard.

“Speak up, speak out, get in the way. Get in good trouble, necessary trouble, and help redeem the soul of America.” – John Lewis

Soup can be like a warm hug and this is what we need these days!

Scenes from my kitchen!

Thank you, Newton Wellesley Hospital. #HealthandFitness

Time to think spring! #NewtonMA

No comparison to Clinton’s era, nada, none.

Take action.

“This is big time serious folks, so let’s be brave. We must not isolate, we must stay in community, we must help the vulnerable and find ways to project an inspiring vision of the future. One that is beckoning and welcoming.” Thank you, Jane Fonda. Your words tonight are so wise. #JaneFonda

El Capitan displays a massive American flag upside down—the traditional signal of distress or extreme emergency.

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