I’m already pretty frugal and have cut back even more since January, but I like the idea of a holiday economic blackout. It would be a great way to continue the momentum from this weekend. Give baked goods, handmade, repurposed or used… I think we can do this and still make Christmas special!

Today is a good day to write/call your representatives if you are a blue dot (or dissatisfied republican) who showed up at a protest yesterday. Demand they do their jobs and negotiate to extend ACA subsidies and open the government. Don’t let them keep ignoring us and don’t let the momentum die.

Trump posted an AI video of himself literally shitting on Americans… There’s nothing too on the nose for this regime.

This is what democracy looks like. #NoKings

Per CNN, the White House has just issued a two-word response to what may be the largest day of protest in US history—and those two words perfectly encapsulate why No Kings Day exists. The response from would-be King Donald to outrage over his destruction of our traditions and norms is, "Who cares?"

Came home to find out that my carrion flower has finally bloomed! Yay! #plantsky #stapeliagigantea

A big shout out to the people in the small towns today. It’s easy to protest when you’re surrounded by thousands, but while your numbers were small, your voice was that much louder!! #NoKings

#nokings Rogers, AR

The teen’s sign turned out great! #nokings #nokings2.0

Rogers, AR braved a severe storm watch to show up by the thousands! #nokings #nokings2.0

#NoKings 🚫👑 WHEREVER YOU’RE PROTESTING TOMORROW… Meet the people near you & thank them Know there’s more of us & we’re on the right side of history Take safety precautions Trust your gut Stay hydrated & fed Don’t engage hecklers No violence Make John Lewis proud Make yourself proud ❤️🤍💙🗽🇺🇸

No Kings, No Kings, No Kings

You can easily block the official MAGA government accounts here. Do not engage them. Do not give them what they want.

Here we go! If I’m missing any, lmk.

Facts don’t care about the GOP’s feelings — there’s nothing more American than rejecting a mad king. Please join us tomorrow: www.nokings.org?SQF_SOURCE=i... #NoKings

My sign, front and back, for tomorrow. Let’s go! #nokings

Getting my introvert fix before tomorrow. I hate crowds, but I hope this is HUGE!

This is the one, folks. If you possibly, possibly can, we need you to be there. Find your peaceful gathering at nokings.org

Lots of interesting fungi on the trail this morning.

15 No Kings protests set for Saturday across Arkansas. Here's the list: #NoKings

Every time the GOP lies about Saturday’s peaceful protests, our massive No Kings Day events get even bigger. We thank Republicans for their attention to this matter!

More blooms! 🥰 This one is Huernia Schneideriana, or red dragon flower. Still waiting on the Stapelia Gigantea. Maybe tonight?🤞

235 Arkansas state employees furloughed due to federal govt. shutdown. 167 are federally funded state employees who work for Dept. of Military at Camp Robinson & Ft. Chaffee; 59 work for state health or human services departments. www.arkansasonline.com/news/2025/oc...

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My night-blooming cereus bloomed! I think it will be another day or two before the carrion plant blooms, but it looks like it’s going to be enormous! #plantsky #stapeliagigantea #queenofthenight

REMINDER: For anyone confused, your political views are more than opinions. They're a reflection of your values, your empathy, and the way you see humanity.

The concentration of wealth in the hands of a few isn't just bad for our economy. It's corrosive to our democracy. When the wealthy and well-connected control our political system, regular people don't have a voice. The result? The demagoguery and corruption we're seeing now.

Please remember that the disgust people have over Christopher Columbus is not based on some modern, 21st century “woke” ideology, but rather on contemporaneous accounts of atrocities that make many modern genocides appear quaint in comparison. Below, are the accounts of Bartlomé de las Casas.

5 day countdown until the largest protest in American history. Find an event near you:

Foraged a few persimmons on this lovely Saturday. Looking for joy where I can find it 💛

I got this mystery succulent from my husband’s late grandmother several years ago, and it is putting on ENORMOUS buds for the first time. The internet tells me it is a carrion plant, and it will smell like rotting flesh when it blooms. (Maybe in time for Halloween?!?) 😳 #plantsky

No Kings, For the love of America.

Military families on day 9 of the shutdown lining up at the food bank

Mabel says to go outside. It’s good for the soul 💛

Have you invited three people to join Indivisible NWA for the No Kings event? More info and sign up here: mobilize.us/s/Mx6slV

So Trump gave Argentina a $20 billion bailout and is now building a Qatari military facility in Idaho. While Americans can’t afford groceries.

The “1.4 million illegals” Mike Johnson keeps lying about are, in fact, lawfully present, documented migrants who are doing everything right in the process. This is who republicans are dead-set on denying medical access to. I have found this NBC article helpful. www.nbcnews.com/politics/con...

If you are looking for an Amazon replacement for ordering books, I highly recommend ThriftBooks. Just had one of the most quick/positive customer service interactions I’ve ever had after a book arrived damaged. They’ve already got another copy on the way!

Trump is right, there is a war on Christians. He's the one doing it.

This Reuters headline. Oof. Fascism isn't 'coming.' It's HERE. www.reuters.com/world/us/tru...

Why send Texas National Guard to Illinois and Arkansas National Guard to Texas?

Seriously!🤦🏻‍♀️

Lou, artfully arranged in a patch of sunlight. #caturday #sunseeker

Man from Missouri killed by bear at campground in Newton Co., shortly after sending picture of bear to relatives. 2nd fatal bear attack in Arkansas in the last month, after nearly 20 years without an attack. buff.ly/JgWW8zS

You will always find Lou in the sunshine ☀️ Be like Lou. #sunseeker

I know y’all are as pissed off as I am. I need to ask a favor. Do something kind for a stranger today. Hear me out please. Can be simple as complimenting the person at the check out counter. A smile at a stranger on the street. Anything. We need more smiles.

TL;DR Republicans are lying about the shutdown. 🚨 Undocumented immigrants have been barred from fed health care subsidies since 1996. The fight is over DACA recipients, refugees & temporary protected status holders. GOP bill blocks them; Dem bill restores access + Medicaid funding.

Lou says hello 👋