Good morning, my friend! I’ve always felt that #Tuesdays can be as tough as #Mondays. Hang in there. ❤️👍

Good morning my friend! Happy new week! Hubs & I went early to the annl #RevereBeach #SandSculpting Competition on Sat ‘coz we wanted to see the #artists at work. The process is as amazing as finished piece! 1st pic is the “welcome sculpture,” then 1st, 2nd, 3rd place winners! (tap for descrips)🐚🏖️❤️

My heart is with the families of the brave service members killed in action in the Middle East, and I’m praying for the recovery of the missing service member. Massachusetts will always stand with those who serve, and with the families who carry the weight of that service every day.

It’s no doubt good for teens’ health not to drink this stuff, but same with fizzy pop, or too much chocolate. How did we become obsessed with restricting young people’s behaviour instead of creating a better social and economic environment?

He clocked him immediately.

Donald Trump is spending his evening spewing lies from six years ago instead of lowering costs for you right now.

Donald Trump wants to distract you from the failures of his presidency: higher prices, millions losing their health care, and ICE agents shooting people in our streets. Here’s the truth: Massachusetts’ elections are safe and secure, and I’ll always defend your right to vote.

Donald Trump’s speech was nothing but another desperate attempt to subvert our democracy. He sees the midterm losses coming and wants to destroy trust in our elections to cling to power. We will not let him. We will fight. He will lose. The people will win.

If Trump wins, it’s a fair election. If he loses, there was fraud. Does he realize the election he’s talking about happened under his watch as President? The only reason Trump is bringing this up now is to distract from the fact he’s failed to make Americans' lives better.

This is the FIRST time in history an American President has ever tried to actively undermine American citizens' faith in the integrity of our elections. What an un-American asshole.

Good morning, my friend! Inviting you to our traditional “Happy #FriYay” #respite in #mygarden. 1st time I’ve seen blues & pinks on the same #hydrangea shrub (learned that’s from inconsistent soil pH!), all the rest are solid colors. Same old garden, new surprises. May you discover such delights! 🩷🌸

Good morning, my friend! Today is #NationalCherryDay! Look what I just made for the 1st time to celebrate! “Cherry Pie Bites” with a sprinkling of powdered sugar. Enjoy your day, and remember: If “Life is just a bowl of cherries,”* make pastries! 🥧 (*from 1931 song of that title)

I appreciate national leaders expressing their sympathies about Lindsey Graham's death but not the comments about his camaraderie and humor which overlooks his support of the current president whom Lindsey supported.

NEWS:Miss S Coyle Cellan-Jones, detective, said when interviewed “sometimes moi wishes to be plus grande comme Juno so moi could look over les murs mais then moi remembers that moi is parfaite as moi is. It would help moi though if mon père could tell moi when he sees un chat. Moi will do le reste.”

I'm so filled with rage right now. I don't think ICE can be "reformed" as is. I think they hired a bunch of goons and thugs, many of whom beat cops on January 6th, all with anger issues. Stephen Miller LOVES the chaos & killing. Ice must be ABOLISHED. Fire 'em all, start over.

Good morning, my friend! I’m wearing a 🎶❤️ t-shirt today: it’s official! THRILLED to share that I’m Morning Host on the World #Classical Network as of Aug. 1st!!! I’ll be on air M-F, 6-10AM, bringing you the best music and great company! It’s internet #radio so you can hear me anywhere!🌎 More soon!🎶📻

Joyeux 14 Juillet - Vive la France! 🇫🇷

Good morning, my friend! Sharing my latest column in Boston’s Post-Gazette. Meet in-demand real estate atty Larry DiCara, who holds the record (at 22) as the youngest person ever elected a Boston City Councillor! 50 years later he still does public service, and has written a Boston-centric novella!📖

They killed another one. Biddeford, ME. 26-year-old Colombian man. Legally authorized to work in the U.S. Shot by ICE agents who weren't wearing body cameras. This is the 3rd killing in weeks. There's a pattern. There must be consequences. Dismantle ICE. Prosecute everyone involved. Full stop.

Good morning, my friend! Mondays can be tough so here’s some #MondayMotivation for you! I wish you a wonderful day! (PS: Big personal news coming later this week! Please check back with me!!)

Trump needs to get back to the negotiating table with Iran ASAP simply to get us back to where we were before he started this war.

Yeah, I always misspell the name of "a dear friend."

Hypocrisy at the highest level.

NEWS: Miss S Coyle Cellan-Jones, clever girl, said when interviewed “moi’s promenade ce matin was super exciting. Moi saw un chat très proche! It did that thing avec its back to pretend to be un chameau. Moi was not tricky trickied. Moi has seen les chameaux à la télé, merci Monsieur Attenborough.”

Good morning, my friend! Happy #FriYay! As the July 4th hubbub and popular vacation week ends, I invite you to our wkly #respite in #mygarden. #Sunshine is this week’s color theme! My day lilies, daisies and both garden & potted lantanas are defying early clouds. Crack a smile, enjoy your weekend!🌞

Republicans and Democrats worked together to pass a bill to build more housing and stop hedge funds from buying up single-family homes, but Trump is holding it hostage. He needs to stop playing games and sign the bill so more Americans can finally afford homes.

Good morning, my friend! On the outside of yet another store on Rt.9 I saw 4 occupied #nests tucked between its metal eaves. Eggstraordinary! 1st photo (tap to enlarge) shows 2 nests, the most I could fit in from approx 2 stories below. Protective parent on adjacent beam? #LookUp #nest #LifeSavors 🪺

Good morning, my friend!The day after July 4th I heard the first #back-to-school ads. Then I stopped in a hardware store Monday as a #Halloween display was being assembled. I’m all for bring prepared, but I also want folks to live in, and enjoy, the moment. One day at a time, ok?😘 #WednesdayWisdom

Donald Trump, sign the damn bill. Speaker Johnson, do your damn job. This housing bill is long overdue. It is needed. It is popular. It is important. Everyone needs housing.

NEWS: Miss S Coyle Cellan-Jones, late night football watcher, said when interviewed “that was très satisfaisant! Bravo la Belgique! Moi likes it when les cheaty cheaties get stitched up comme kippers! Moi is très knackered moi so needs to go sleepy bobos maintenant.”

Turns out, the second any dessert is cut into, including chocolate, the calories come spilling out. (My story and I’m sticking with it!)

Good morning, my friend! Just wanted to wish you a nice 4th holiday once again! 🇺🇸 (I’ll enjoy the day once everything is done: our gear is standing by, the red, white & blueberry trifle is done, and only have 24 more #eagles to make!) and TG4AC!! Enjoy Robin Williams as “The Flag”: rb.gy/0llrbk

Good morning, my friend! Happy #WorldChocolateDay! Not to be confused with upcoming International Choc Day 9/23 and National Choc Day 10/28, so don’t take down your decorations yet! (PS: While designated days are important, some of us know that every day is a chocolate day. Just sayin’)🍫💝🍫💝🍫💝🍫

Good morning, my friend! I hope you had a wonderful holiday and didn’t overdo? Unlike my friend Iris lying on the grass in #mygarden. Why? Iris: I found all the weekend festivities Irisistable, ok? So, Iris you’d leaf me alone now. Be a bud, and if anyone asks, let’s just chalk it up to… #Monday. 👍

Good morning, my friend! Happy #FriYay! After the week that was, it’s time for our traditional Friday #respite in #mygarden! But let’s go early while it’s cool enough to enjoy. This week, we’re red, white & blue for the #250th! Stay cool😎, stay hydrated, & Happy Birthday America! #America250 🇺🇸🎂

Good morning, my friend! More photos of #AmericanRevolution sites here in #Boston. The Old State House, site of the 1770 #BostonMassacre , & 2 views of the “Eleanor,” one of 3 ships from the 1773 #BostonTeaParty protest. (Always clic on pics for descrips) #History #America250 #FreedomTrail 🇺🇸

Good morning, my friend! Just revisited #Boston250 sites for the upcoming holiday! The Granary Burying Ground on the #FreedomTrail is the final resting place for hundreds of #AmericanRevolution #patriots. Over 5,000 are buried here, but only 2,300 markers remain. (clic on photos for more info) 🇺🇸

Good morning, my friend! Sharing my latest column in Boston’s Post Gazette! Meet retired surgeon Paul Sergi who has brought the Italian language to a local high school. He hopes to expand the offering to middle schools as well. An AP course level & studying abroad options are on his “To Do” list! 📰🇮🇹

Good morning, my friend! Didja ever do so much over the weekend that you have to make a deal with Monday? (Just me?) Then no excuses! Let’s get going!

NEWS:Miss S Coyle Cellan-Jones, happy dog, said when interviewed “mes parents made this super place pour moi dans le jardin. Les fleurs smell bons when moi lie on them et there is une petite shelf pour moi to drape élégamment moi’s paws.Moi is aussi assez proche to participate dans la conversation.”

NEWS: Miss S Coyle Cellan-Jones, keen daughter, said when interviewed “moi would like to go to Allemagne avec ma mère as moi knows all les mots to ‘99 Luftballons’. Nous could do les singy singy at le mur et then mange beaucoup de saucisses.”

Good morning, my friend! Happy #FriYay! Inviting you to our weekly #respite in #mygarden! To me, a garden is hope and a promise that if the gardener does her part, rewards are coming. This week, the #Blackberries, #ConcordGrapes & #Apples are promising jams & pies are on their way! #WorthIt!

Good morning, my friend! Just sayin’….

Today, over I-5 in L.A.

Good morning, my friend! After years of looking, I found my first “NOT ART” artwork at a church parking lot yesterday! It’s a #Boston stencil project begun years ago by Anonymous #artist, who turns everyday things into art w/this one stencil! Art or not? There’s debate: sl1nk.com/9npdtr0 #StreetArt

I've been paying into Social Security most of my life, since I was 18 (I'm 58 years old now). This is a very real fear and concern for me, and for many family and friends who will be relying on it to survive. If this doesn't make you furious, you are not paying attention.

Good morning, my friend! I stopped by my favorite garden center and met Jeremiah who was hoppy to help! Told me to tell you he thinks you are ribbiting, unfrogettable & all-around frogtastic! It’s a brand new day so hop to it! May you have reasons to jump for joy with many hoppy times ahead! #frogs

Happy Father’s Day to all the Dads, Grandads, Godfathers, Uncles, and Like-a-dads! Enjoy all the hugs and kisses- -because nothing else matters. (Some of us are wishing we could hug our Best Dad Ever just one more time.) ❤️😘

Good morning, my friend! Hope you had a great weekend? We sure did. We were invited to the #MFA Open House on Saturday. We went specifically for the #America250 exhibit! Loved visiting with the Originals who defined American patriotism. Go when you have time to read the labels. #Art #OurHistory