I thought I would breeze through this book, but within a few pages knew I needed to slow down and spend time with each chapter, contribution, and invitation to pay attention to community- both present and possible. Thank you, Glen Bell, @dustindbenac.bsky.social, and @erinweber-johnson.bsky.social

This is vile, economically bullying behavior. Am*zon knows that Indie Bookstore Day is next weekend. Thank you for supporting TYB and other local businesses. We love our community of thoughtful & engaged readers. Let's stay strong together 💪

Anyone/Any church out there interested in a free, fine pipe organ? Located in Chapel Hill, NC. Needs to go in order to sell the home and fund health care expenses. Happy to connect anyone who is interested! www.organclearinghouse.com/organs-for-s...

ATTN: ALL SENATORS - this and nothing less than this is what I am expecting from my representatives

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Thinking today of Phil Adamo, who first came to United States as a prisoner of war during World War II. He was so moved by the good and respectful treatment he received from the Americans that he become a devoted citizen of this nation. More of this, please.

Longest speaking filibuster ever was 24 hours, 18 minutes by Strom Thurmond in opposition to the Civil Rights Act of 1957. In a few hours, that record will be shattered by Sen. Cory Booker, a Black man, laying out the case for saving democracy from an aspiring despot.

Welcoming @nwirzba.bsky.social to First Presbyterian Church, New Bern. What a good day!

Today, a broad coalition of scientific professional societies who represent over 92,000 scientists are speaking out against the politicization and demonization of Federally funded science and government scientist jobs. It was an honor to help the Union of Concerned Scientists with this! 🧪🌎

It may not be cool or hip in some circles, but we legitimately do need a massive amount of people to run for office. Flood the school boards, councils, county seats, state legislatures, Congress, etc. Big changes at the top happen when the ground shifts at the bottom. And that can start now.

Some lines from poet Sonia Sanchez, "Poem for July 4, 1994," that speak to this Presidents Day:

May I be a guard for those who need protection, a guide for those on the path, a boat, a raft, a bridge for those who wish to cross the flood. May I be a lamp in the darkness, a resting place for the weary …. until all beings are freed from sorrow and all are awakened. - Shantideva

I've just learned that there's a Silent Book Club at a brewery in my town and I'm kinda into it. You get a drink, read silently for an hour, then the next hour you can chat with people if you want. Sounds kinda awesome TBH.

This is my plan for the afternoon: www.npr.org/2025/02/08/n...

Chip Carter: “My father was a hero, not only to me but to everyone who believes in peace, human rights, and unselfish love… My brothers, sister, and I shared him with the rest of the world through these common beliefs…we thank you for honoring his memory by continuing to live these shared beliefs.”

Happy Hanukkah!

@herdyshepherd.bsky.social Loving my Christmas Day read in New Bern, North Carolina, US. Thank you!

Just finishing this book and looking forward to reading it again. www.simonandschuster.com/books/All-th...

Such a beautiful conversation with @dianabutlerbass.bsky.social about the power of gratitude as well as a brief interview with my boys Walter and Glenn about what it means to be grateful when you don't have 'things' to be grateful for. Happy Thanksgiving! stateofbelief.com/showarchive/...