This is the kind of stuff that keeps me awake.

Well, Ms. Levitt, if I’m being frank and honest, this pathetic representation of American leadership is disgusting, and the feeble minded idiot, like most schoolyard bullies, can’t take a fraction of the vitriol he spews out. If I’m being frank and honest.

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Another day for leftover lunacy. Today’s effort started by sautéing cremini mushrooms in some butter and oil with rosemary and thyme, then adding rotisserie chicken, mushroom ragout, peas, and some chicken stock. #leftoverlunacy

Things that come up with at 3 AM. Thanks for the tune, Barry.

I miss the early days of speech recognition, where the software calibrated itself against my unique voice and all of its dictation flaws. The errors these days are at times humorous and sometimes embarrassing. Thank goodness for tolerant readers.

DonnieBoy sounds more like that person you know is headed closer to bankruptcy every day when he answers every issue that average Americans are petrified about with “we’ve got trillions of dollars in tariff money pouring into economy that will solve all of those problems”.

Sustaining healthcare tax credits would cost less than what the felon president gave away to Argentina, and eight Democratic cowards gave into that in the Senate. My guess is they were promised “how to lie convincingly to your constituents“ courses as part of selling their votes. Pathetic.

Out for some photo time today.

Don’t ask. Just trust me when I say it tasted a lot better than it looks. Leftover french fries and marinated brussels sprouts, tossed with Thai seasonings.

Diving in! We shared a Bloody Mary, served with a spicy crusted chicken breast encased in a Jalapeño cornmeal waffle. Alongside, a hash brown waffle with eggs, bacon, cheese, and sour cream.

It’s always a thrill to convert weather-damaged trail back to a safe passage. In this case, the Palisades Fire & subsequent rains destroyed this spot. Two hours and four energetic volunteers later, we had a repaired segment. #hiking

Can’t decide what to eat? There’s always… m.youtube.com/watch?v=6WkP...

It’s not raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens, but it plays.

If I only had skeletons..

ICE is struggling to get enough recruits. One of the primary reasons is their inability to pass the eight weeks of training, and in particular, the 1.5 mile run. I’m guessing the vast majority of those military leaders administration insulted at their propaganda meeting recently could easily do it.

It’s more than a feeling… www.instagram.com/reel/DP0HK-x...

Even Disney knows that a strong but sensitive man, a vibrating wand, and open hearts can make a woman bubbly and bright.

Subdued sunset.

Among other things that have kept me very busy these days and unable to write for now.

On their own, not so much. But when you crushed up and mixed into a chicken salad with red grapes, jalapeños and red onions? Totally awesome!

So long, dear friend.

I want to live in a world where the flags are lowered for Jane Goodall.

Kept it simple tonight with a grilled burger and some yuzu sake.

Soaking up the vibes of Venice.

I had to force myself to do nothing for a while this morning. It took a while to tell myself that was OK, given everything that’s going on.

Moving is quite a bother. Moving for the first time in 38 years is an adventure.

Just coming up for air.

Certainly looks like he could be, judging by the poster.

I wonder is my (then) state of the art four function calculator from high school is in there. That’s equivalent to $567 today (inflation adjusted). Of course, Moore’s Law would value it at less than a penny, but it was one shiny penny back then.

I imagine these unique shapes would keep most from sitting. A few might be compelled in other ways.

“I thought this spot would be pretty chill, but the guy under me is kinda crabby.”

Absorbing the amazing graphics depicted on Sphere from high atop the High Roller Ferris Wheel. #LasVegas

AI‘s latest dirty secret is Delta Airline’s use of it to set maximum pricing for customers based on the information they can gather on income, spending patterns, etc.

There are things that I’ve resigned myself to knowing I will never be able to do: Properly fold the fitted sheet. Successfully bake banana bread. Fully overcome depression. Write a full length novel. But the things I can do are pretty damn awesome, & those in between are always worth striving for.

There are things I’ve resigned myself to knowing I will never be able to do: Properly fold a fitted sheet. Successfully bake banana bread. Fully overcome depression. Write a full length novel. But those things I can do are pretty damn awesome, & the things in between are always worth striving for.

Remember “thoughts and prayers“? These days, it’s “for the American people“. They are destroying healthcare & human services “for the American people”. Concreting over the Rose Garden “for the American people“. Gutting part of the White House to create a lavish ballroom “for the American people“.

This is absolutely hilarious! As a minimum, who really cares? More pointedly, many people enjoy the freedom to explore and expand when staying at typical hotels. Why not enjoy the ambiance of a room designed to touch our sensual selves? www.nytimes.com/2025/07/27/w...

$934 million. That’s what converting the illegally accepted “free“ airplane for Air Force One is costing the American taxpayer. The expense was buried in a classified budget related to our nuclear arms expenses, but was easy to deduce. #sexliesandtrump

“There’s nothing to hide in the Epstein files.“ “We’re releasing a segment of the Epstein files. The ones that don’t cover anything being asked about.” And now: “We’re sending Congress home early so the vote requiring release of all material can’t happen.” Even Nixon wasn’t this bad at lying.

I’m in the hills of Santa Cruz Island once again at the Oak Project. Every month, a group of volunteers comes to check up on ~1800 seedlings of four oak varieties planted 16 months ago. Each gets hand watered & munch covered, sometimes under the watchful eye of the Island Fox. #conservation

Ain’t she a beauty?! A brand new outhouse, located next to the tent sites we’re building on Santa Cruz Island for your enjoyment. #channelislands

It’s fun watching people who are heading out to that or other islands. Most are pretty excited. Some are a bit overconfident, but they’ll likely be fine. #adventure

I’d be all smiles, too, after finishing eagle, chip-in birdie, and eagle to win a major championship Good on ya, Grace!

If the Epstein files don’t exist, why is Ghislaine Maxwell in prison for 20 years?

I had to satisfy my craving for this pho-bulous bowl of pleasures. #pho

Friend, fiend or foe? Haven’t decided to look for that lost golf ball or run away.

I’m heartbroken. The Grand Canyon Lodge has burned down, due to federal officials allowing a nearby fire to burn instead of fighting it. Despite hot and dry conditions, the Department of the Interior chose “confine and contain” amidst dangerous conditions. apnews.com/article/gran...

There hopefully comes a time, and I wish it sooner for you, that you feel personally and financially secure enough to proceed with humble confidence to continue to grow while considering other perspectives. When you can walk away from things you know aren’t right without fearing loss of necessities.

Slept horrible, woke up achy. And yet, with the simple addition of a tamale from the freezer, all is suddenly right with the world. #tamale