Every time you’re tempted to write ANOTHER post on social media asking for the Epstein files, call congress instead. That might actually make a difference. Preaching to the choir on Bluesky isn’t going to matter. Here’s the number: +1 (202) 224-3121

The Epstein Files will be released right after his tax returns, medical records, transcripts with Putin, infrastructure week and a health care plan. See the trend yet?

My lovely wife treats me very well. A Northern Michigan Nicoise salad with smoked peopered salmon. I’m a lucky man. Live Grateful.

Tom Homan is a mush-mouthed goon. He keeps talking about child rapists when we have one in the White House.

My first grateful Dead Show in 1986 with Dylan & Petty/Heartbreakers opening up. It wasn’t hard “getting on the bus.” HBU?

Fellow DeadHeads- Take comfort in knowing just how many local Dead bands there are out there now. It’s bigger than the band itself now, in a good way. The music never stops!

Maybe this is more relatable a few days later… I don’t know about you, but getting yourself in “Good” trouble will never mean the same to me.

I saw Uncle Bobby last year at Farm Aid with Wood Brothers, Margo Price and Sturgill Simpson. He was such a mentor to so many, fans and musicians. And a guy named Dylan was there, too. But Bobby was the star for me after not seeing the Dead in over thirty years. Nice run, brother.

Just got back from the funeral home for a young man who died snowmobiling. Then attended a memorial for Renee Nicole Good in the cold and snow here. Gut punch #3 was hearing about Uncle Bobby Weir passing during our dinner. It’s been quite a week, dammit.

Congratulations Indiana, but I could do without all the Jesus-y shit that comes out of Mendoza’s mouth.

Lake Michigan today, just south of Sleeping Bear Dunes.

Fifty-five years ago today, my Father passed away after saving the life of my brother and sister. He was a firefighter who ran the Rescue Squad, running to burning homes and tragic accidents. I barely knew him, but his legacy will forever shape my life. My Father. My Hero. RIP, Dad.

It took them only minutes to label her a domestic terrorist. Now they have stopped sharing info with the state so they can manufacture the evidence.

@xrefugee23.bsky.social thanks for liking my post re Minneapolis murder. I got torn to shreds for not knowing a Chicago man was killed but it wasn’t ON VIDEO.

I know now that ICE has killed a man in Chicago before. I stand by my statement, however, that the egregious, close-range shooting ON VIDEO is the primary reason THIS killing caught fire, not entirely the race or immigration status of the victim. This is not intended a controversial statement

How do you kill someone in broad daylight and not be arrested pending an investigation? Every police officer in this scenario would be, at minimum, placed on leave and monitored. ICE is not subject to norms or laws and that’s where we are.

noem gets real. www.youtube.com/shorts/Hanuk...

I don’t know about you, but getting yourself in “Good” trouble will never mean the same to me.

Hopefully, Derek Chauvin has a cell mate for at least the next 25 years or more.

@therealhellsbells.bsky.social once again they rush out to frame the story as an attack and we’ll all be told not to believe what we saw. Mass gaslighting.

Kristi Noem’s entire representation of the scene in MN is a complete lie. There was no snow and no attempt to ram their vehicle or agents.

There was no one in grave danger near that vehicle. He killed her to keep her from fleeing the scene, which is not cause for lethal force. End of story.

“Get the fuck out of Minneapolis.” Minneapolis mayor in press conference

Minneapolis’ Mayor just called the self defense claim “bullshit.”

Kristi Noem is already calling the Minneapolis fatal shooting a response to domestic terrorism.

Ruby says best wishes for an easy start to the New Year for everyone.

We were out of town celebrating my wife’s birthday. Did we miss anything?

It’s well past time for national protests, walkouts and general strikes in America. As much as I salute the participant’s dedication and energy, We’re well past the point of naked bike rides, mockery and absurd performative politics. Shit is serious. What’s the next move?

Like he is doing with ICE in America, Trump is using the CIA as his global police force to remain unaccountable for all of it.

Ruby bundled up for more snow.

Ruby is ready for the rack.

This is the Upper Peninsula right now…

The Holidays have kicked Ruby’s ass…she’s down to napping only 20/24 hours per day.

Cherry wood fire, My stinky little beagle, Red Wings game on, cold IPA on tap, big winter storm on the way…Perfect winter night in Michigan! Live Grateful.

My wife is out of town with family, so me and Miss Ruby are hunkered down by the fire waiting for some weather coming across Lake Michigan. Safe travels to those en route this Holiday Season. Have a cozy Saturday night, Everyone.

I canceled my Spotify account before year end and got this cheesy message from them…

Funny, I haven’t heard any Republicans use the word “groomer” since the Epstein files started being released.

I’m willing to bet Putin has killed more Christians than any group in Nigeria.

Ruby says never pass up a Christmas Day napping session by the fire…

My traditional Christmas morning shirt. Have a Jerry Christmas!

Ruby’s first Christmas on Lake Michigan. Season’s Greetings To All!

On this day in 1944, the Anti-Fascists of the 101st Airborne were holding their ground against all odds at Bastogne. If you’ve seen “Band of Brothers” or appreciate history, you know what I mean. I find their bravery humbling in these challenging times.

Please remember that putting out instructions to unredact the files puts some victims in jeopardy, too.

Beam is shutting down for the next year due to Trump’s tariff policies. www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a... @upbeachbum.bsky.social

All I want for Christmas is for Bluesky to add an “EDIT“ function and posting categories.

The scariest thing about the status of the Epstein Files is that there are at least 1,000 government employees who are willing to redact and come along quietly in the deception. Like MAGA itself, it’s the complicity of the people that’s so alarming.

Ruby-Sue/Tuesday/Donttakeyourlovetotown just back from a snowy, cold visit to the dog park.

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Oh, great, it’s Kevin Costner’s White Christian Nationalist Hour again on ABC.