A real president doesn't call our troops and veterans suckers or losers or make fun of them for being prisoners of war.

A Democratic president would never cut off food for children. MAGAts are cheering for their dear leader. This is the difference between them and compassionate humans.

Every day, I open the news and hope to see a huge headline. A big beautiful headline that brings so much joy I will literally dance in the street.

Visited Iceland last week. What a beautiful country! No homelessness, no litter, all clean and green energy, citizens who speak 3 or 4 languages on average, fantastic roads, friendly people, low crime. Another example of the Nordic model working for its people. Make America more like that, please.

After today's comback, I am becoming an Eagles fan.

NIKKI PAYNE has a new book out today! One of my favorite authors! I just ordered it from @lovestruckbooks.bsky.social to have it personalized, so @nikkipaynebooks.bsky.social, if you put a smooch on the title page, I would not be disappointed.

Charlie Kirk: "I think it's worth to have a cost of, unfortunately, some gun deaths every single year so that we can have the Second Amendment to protect our other God-given rights." Hm.

Hint: the problem is not Tom Hanks.

My daughter and I are going to Iceland in October, and we're practicing some phrases. "Thank you. Please. Do you speak English? We're sorry. We voted for Kamala. How hard is it to become a citizen here?"

The other day, I couldn't get the lid off my coconut ice cream, and if this isn't a sign of the end of days, I don't know what is.

DC is indeed a hell-hole, but not for the reasons Trump thinks it is.

Maybe today will be the day. Here's hoping!

Back when civility was a thing… I think this whole administration is about Trump never being one of the cool kids. His tantrum has never stopped.

If anyone in Scotland is feeling heroic today…

Thank you, Queer Eye, for making me believe in people again. Nicole's episode in Vegas…

The allegedly pro-military administration broke into the home of a US veteran, pepper-sprayed him and ignored his proof of citizenship. Held him for 3 days. He grew up in Ventura City. Served his country. Apparently, ICE didn't like his look. This is not patriotism. This is fascism.

Anyone who could ever think Sesame Street was bad for children has a dark and ugly soul. A person who might be on the Jeffrey Epstein list, for example. A person who's made sexual remarks about his own daughter.

"We do not care if watching crime documentaries is weird. We do not want celebrity gossip. We wanna know why Donna Sue offed her husband in El Paso in 1985." - Melani Sanders, Founder, the We Do Not Care Club. @datelinenbc.bsky.social well understands the minds of women of a certain age.

Any American who fears democratic socialism has never been to Denmark (or any Scandinavian country). Free healthcare, free higher education, happy people. This "we're number one!" attitude in the US pretty much says you haven't been abroad and don't read.

Tip for authors: leave your manuscript open so it's the first thing you see on your computer each day. It makes procrastinating a bit more hard.

As America melts, literally and figuratively, I can't help but popping in to say happy Juneteenth. Here's to better days ahead.

The entire world mourned with the United States after Sandy Hook. Today, my heart is with Austria after its deadly school shooting. That these types of attacks have become common is unspeakably sad.

We are all Elon Musk's five-year-old.

Dateline has taught me so much. That's all I'm saying for now.

Canada has warned its college professors about traveling to the US because of potential trouble at the border. Canada, with whom there has never been any trouble or animosity from any other administration. Because it's CANADA. Hey, Canada. Real Americans adore you. (fun fact: I own these mittens.)

Every time the orange buffoon puts more tariffs on a country, I buy a product from that country. Even if it's just, say, maple syrup (though we make our own) or a nice burgundy or maybe some tequila, even though I hate tequila. My way of saying "bite me" to the current administration.

A study says the happiest countries in the world are Iceland, Denmark, Sweden & Norway, where higher education & healthcare are free. These countries rank highest in kindness to strangers and where a lost wallet is most likely to be returned. ❤️ The US is at an all-time low. No surprise there.

I stand with the North.

Tesla's stock is down and X was hacked. Let the good times roll!

When in doubt, side with the national parks.

BREAKING NEWS: A puppy is a lot of work. But mine is perfect. Except for her breath.

Oh, Gene Hackman. What a gift you were.

Hey, fellow New Englanders! Stop complaining about the cold and snow! This is how it's supposed to be. Remember winter before global warming took it away? Toughen up, my people, and get your sleds out.

Fascinating to see how reflective of society the Superbowl can be. So many layers. And some truly beautiful football, too.

Year of the snake. That's for damn sure.

My God, it's cold! I have to put the seat warmer on its highest level. Next step, find a grizzly to wear.

My laptop died and now I have a newer, sexier model. I feel like a wealthy white male.

Canadians, I speak from experience here. I don't think you've placed enough value on having a handsome head of state. Justin Trudeau spiced up a lot of marriages. You know he did.

Happy New Year! And also, God save our souls and planet.

I know, I know, I just got on here, but I think social media breaks are necessary for one's soul.

One of our hard and fast Christmas traditions: everyone gets a book. Little known fact: One of the Wise Men brought Jesus a copy of "Goodnight, Moon."

Word of the next four years.

How are my fellow writers doing?

Trying to explain the historical meaning of Christmas to my 2 1/2-year-old grandson. He was most excited about the donkey.

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I just finished writing my 25th novel. Damn.

A romance bookstore in my very own state, and it's SO PRETTY! Montgomery & Taggert, housed in a sweet little building in the cutest town (Chester, of course), with a gorgeous garden, too. Heaven. #indiebookstores

I heard a Trump voter say he was overjoyed that Trump would end Obamacare. HE was on the Affordable Care Act, so he was safe. When he was told "Obamacare" was a term made up by Republicans to fuel opposition to the ACA and they were in fact the same thing, he fell silent. I enjoyed that.

Question: "Where do you see yourself in five years?" Me: