Just read that the House GOP are going over Johnson's head to force a vote on the ACA. I see it as a CYA move on their part, as the Senate is not likely to move on extending the ACA.

This time of year really gets me down because of the darkness and coldness. I realize the many festivals celebrated this time of year are to distract you from this fact, but it is still there.

Woke up to an 11 degree morning in the Ozarks. Was amazed at how crisp the atmosphere was. Put out food for the local wildlife. Came in and stoked the wood burning stove. Hope you stay warm today.

Finished washing today. I use a washing wand and a five gallon bucket and hang the washing on a line. I've had automatic washers, but they've all stopped working. I decided doing it by hand makes more sense than buying another washer that quits within a year.

Just got a notice from Social Security. My cost of living "raise" is less than $50 a month.

We need a total shakeup of government. We need to vote for candidates who will represent the People, not corporate interests. We need laws enacted resetting the balance of power, and also making it easier to oust a President who is unfit.

Looking at my bank account today, I've realized that my food budget has increased by about 50%. I feel for families, especially those who don't have much money (which is why I put food in the local pantry today).

Talked with my sister in law yesterday. We're both in our early 70s. Like me, she's been feeling depressed. We talked a bit and decided it was because the uncertainty of health care costs rising.

Here's a wild suggestion. This time of year you can harvest hickory nuts and, depending on where you live, also persimmons. You can use those two ingredients to make a great persimmon bread. Or make hickory nut candy like my Grandma did (sour cream, sugar, and nuts).

I was a public school teacher. I was told that I represented my school WHEREVER I was, and should act in a such a way that my students could use me as a role model. I don't think it's too much to ask our elected officials to follow this standard.

We've started something up in the Ozarks. It's a box at the local school where folks can leave food for their neighbors. Been talking with my friends, and comparing what foods to leave that are gone right away. None of us have that much money, but we have enough to buy food for others.

So bummed. I was due to get minor eye surgery today--and it has snowed. In Arkansas, there is no snow removal, the roads are twisty with steep drops and I have to drive an hour to get to the doctor's office. Will have to pay a fee for cancellation, but it is better than dying on the road.

I really feel sorry for the folks in the ranks of the military right now. Those who followed orders and killed the people on the boats now realize they could face murder charges. And everyone else is likely second-guessing every order they receive.

What amazes me is that it has taken this long for many GOPs to figure out Felon and Company are morally corrupt and are committing war crimes.

Hope all of you are doing what I'm doing--no shopping on Black Friday/Cyber Monday. Shopping LOCALLY or from responsible retailers with a social conscience.

A very happy Thanksgiving to all. If you wish to go the traditional route, realize there was no turkey at the first Thanksgiving. Massasoit brought seven deer, and the Pilgrims caught eels. People shared a wooden plate called a trencher, and there were no forks.

About 20 years ago, I was honored to take part in a Somali clan Zkr (ceremony of remembrance) in Minneapolis. The Somali Sufis are NOT terrorists. They are kind people, welcoming to strangers.

The only reason they voted to release the files.... www.yahoo.com/news/article...

Where can I go to find out how my conman voted on releasing the Epstein files?

Just phone my Republican conman and told his staffer that he should vote to disclose the Epstein Files. Her answer indicated to me that she'd had a LOT of calls about this, and her tone indicated she agreed with me.

We had a cold snap this week, so today I went out and bought knit caps, gloves, and socks to donate to my local school. Found out the socks were very much appreciated, as sometimes kids come in with wet feet and having extra pairs on hand means they can be comfortable.

Checked the school pantry, which is located on the highway. Found that most all the food I'd donated was gone. I got large size cans of soups, stews, chicken and dumplings, and tuna. I noted that smaller cans were still there-so I'm thinking large size is the way to go.

In line at the grocery store. Ahead of me, a young mother, who was short on cash. In walks a fellow around my age (74), who whips out his card and pays the difference and then goes on his way. Compassion in action.

As a genealogist, I learn the history of many immigrants. What I've found is that the majority were hard working, wanting to get ahead and to give something back to the country that welcomed them. Turning our back on the latest wave of immigration is foolish.

Another way Republicans are suppressing voter choice is in filing fees. Here in Arkansas, the filing fees for Dems is like twice that of the GOP. And now they are requiring Independents to file at the higher rate. If the Dem party sets the fees, they need to lower them.

Theist or atheist, I think we can all agree that there is evil in the world. And the 45 administration is the embodiment of evil.

Just bought some canned goods for the food box at my local school. The box is limited to canned goods, so I got soups, stews, and condensed milk. Going to try and do this weekly. Any suggestions for canned goods to get next week? I'm getting large sizes to feed families.

The problem is that 45 wants to be an absolute monarch, like King John. The barons checked that king (whose reign was a total disaster) by forcing him to sign the Magna Carta, which enshrined the writ of habeas corpus into British Common Law. 45 and the GOP are destroying that writ.

1A on NPR this morning was talking about how 45 has designated "antifa" and Black Lives Matter as terrorist organizations. I'm thinking he's going to name the ACLU, Planned Parenthood, and the Democratic Party as terrorists, too, to drain their funding.

📌 Because we're literally living pages , out of a horror novel 📚 Stephen King would know 🐥

Arkansas Democratic candidates need to step up and do more than just email for money. I wrote a letter--a real letter, not email--to Hallie Shoffner, and have never gotten a reply. Requests for her and other candidates to speak go unheeded.

BREAKING: Letitia James has announced a Government portal for Videos and images of ICE Agents who may have committed crimes. Please Use it and SHARE! ag.ny.gov/federal-acti...

Just read "Nobody's Girl", in which nothing negative is said about 45. Given this, why are the GOP sitting on the Epstein files?

I finally figured out why corporations are backing 45. It is much easier to bribe one person than all the 535 in Congress. So we must figure out a way to show them that if they continue this backing, they will lose our business.

Suggestion for a holiday gift-- Research your family tree, and write stories of your ancestors who fought for our nation. Print them out and send to all relatives. If you have questions how to do the research on the cheap, ask questions below.

Suggestion for those who give gifts this time of year: Make an Imagination Station for your favorite kid. Use a box, which you decorate to look like an old fashioned train station. Put smaller boxes inside. Put string and ribbon in one, spools in another, etc. etc.

Noticed at our demo at a courthouse there’s a monument for a WWII Medal of Honor recipient. Think next protest I’m making a sign saying This Is ANTIFA and putting it on top.

Incredible artwork by @4nikkolas.bsky.social.

It seems the only things more in demand than inflatable frog costumes and merch are the Epstein files.

Breathtaking incompetence www.nytimes.com/2025/10/19/u...

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Finally came across video of an arrest at a #NoKings event yesterday. 🙄

At our protest yesterday, we had young kids and a 98-year-old and every age in between. Blow up costumes, people in costumes and frog hats, and a large FDT flag. We mostly had enthusiastic honks. This is deep red Arkansas, folks.

Don’t be a Dick-Tator

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Dallas didn’t disappoint. #NoKings

An astonishingly large crowd! Chicago