Come for the politics, stay for the snark.

We will not go quietly into the night; we will not vanish without a fight.

Democrats are back in array!

Let the trolls come, and then ignore them. that’s the worst thing you can do to a troll.

Everybody saw this coming.

Something needs to be done about our bogus SCOTUS.

Give the craziest people you know everything they want and hope they don’t ask for more? Great plan.

Accountability, motherfuckers.

Pessimism assures that nothing of any importance will change.

A sufficient plurality of insane, greedy people can tank any democratic system ever devised, apparently.

Proof that we need a blogger ethics panel.

Whatever happens next week, the fight doesn’t end.

Nothing says ‘pro-life’ like letting children go hungry.

Imperialist aggressors must be defeated, or the whole world loses.

The poor and middle-class pay taxes, the rich pay accountants, the wealthy pay politicians.

After dobbs, women are no longer free.

When you’re in more danger from the IDF than from Russian shelling, that’s really bad.

Let’s not be the monsters we hate.

Republicans do not pay their debts.

Republicans: The threats are dire, but my tickets are non-refundable!

At some point, the ability to learn is a factor of character, not IQ.

This chaos was totally avoidable.

Fight for a just cause, love your fellow man, live a good life.

Republican speaker of the house Mike Johnson is the bland and smiling face of evil.

I’d try pessimism, but it probably wouldn’t work.

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First Night: Home Sweet Home!

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“Is this Heaven?”

” No, it’s Iowa.”  “No, it’s Maine.”

First night in her new home. It’s home for a month until MomSense moves into the “new to her” house.

Greetings from the lake. It’s a cold and rainy evening but the lake looks so peaceful.

We closed on the sale of my house today and I’m so relieved.

This is home for now.

MomSense

Congratulations, MomSense!

 

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  7. 7.

    MomSense

    Thank you, Jackals!  This is such a special place for me and my kids because we have spent so much time here over the years.  It’s home for a month until I move into the new to me house.  This weekend we are going to do some yard work.  So many trees came down this past winter and spring and we are going to rake and pick up all the branches.

    This is an old cabin which has been renovated.  It would never be allowed to be built so close to the lake with current regulations. It’s really special because the lake is so close to the house it makes you feel like you are right on the water.

  11. 11.

    Ohio Mom

    MomSense,
    Wishing you many happy and healthy years at your new place!

    (My grandmother was always signing cards wishing the recipient health, happiness and prosperity, and in my childhood I would be puzzled “Why health and why prosperity, in fact, what is prosperity, anyway?” *Now* I understand.)

  12. 12.

    Almost Retired

    Congratulations on your new space, MomSense.   Beautiful part of the country.  Although the surfing sucks.

  16. 16.

    SiubhanDuinne

    What a magnificent, peaceful spot. I can almost hear the loons!

    Congratulations on closing on the new house, and please keep us posted on your big transition. Exciting times for you and your family.

  17. 17.

    Narya

    Beautiful! Would love to see some on the road at home pics if you’re willing after you move in.

  18. 18.

    MomSense

    @Narya:

    Yes, I’m going to try and photograph the restoration/renovation process.  There will also be some changes to the outside with the addition of gardens.

  22. 22.

    West of the Rockies

    Congratulations,  MomSense!

    Hey, BJ legal folk (and anyone else with an opinion)… is it verified that Trump is sitting when the jury arrives and leaves when protocol demands that all rise?

    Do you think juries notice this?  Does it affect their opinions?  Why would the judge allow it? Would his attorneys not try to intervene?  Could he claim a health-related reason, and if so, why isn’t that news?

  23. 23.

    PrairieLogic

    Understand the “Is this heaven” line… we live on a lake in the NEK of VT… and feel very blessed.

  24. 24.

    seefleur

    All the best to you in your new-to-you ownership digs! Do you have loons? Please post pics of the seasonal changes… living in Maine is the best! Cheers from a northernly neighbor!

  26. 26.

    The Castle

    Welcome to New England.  I hope you like it here.  If you’re not already used to a lot of rain, you will be. Like a duck, I kind of like the rain.

  27. 27.

    SpaceUnit

    Wow.  Looks awesome.

    I’d love to have a place in Maine for a summer and fall retreat.

  30. 30.

    Jackie

    @West of the Rockies: Yes, it’s been noted that TIFG doesn’t rise for the jury – although I don’t know if that’s every time or sometimes.

    As for the judge reinforcing it 🤷🏼‍♀️ Maybe it’s a matter of seeing if the jury feels slighted and if that makes a difference come deliberation time. TIFG is an idiot – duh – to not give the 12 who will decide his fate respect.

  32. 32.

    LAO

    congratulations Momsense!

     

    @West of the Rockies: Frankly, it’s shocking that Trump doesn’t show any respect to the Jury. I’m quite sure his attorneys have advised him to stand but he’s a petulant baby, so no surprise he hasn’t listened. The jury definitely notices his disrespect. I’ve spent many hours at 100 Centre Street, the well of the courtrooms aren’t very large, there’s simply no way it’s not noticeable. Trump’s behavior is incredibly stupid although I’m sure he believes it’s an alpha male move

  34. 34.

    Pennsylvanian

    I should be “Mainer” instead of Pennsylvanian, but I spent ~50 years in western PA until I moved to Maine, so I think I’ve earned my cred.

    Welcome to Maine, or welcome back to Maine! There are some things that really are special here:

    No billboards

    No litter

    Craft Breweries – I don’t even drink beer, but huge!

    Lobster, oysters, mussels, haddock, glorious if you are into that sort of thing

    Fiercely local governance, dozens of weekly publications; local publications are huge in Maine; the letters to the editor can be epic

    90% forested, bordering Canada, within 90 minutes of the coast along the population corridor from Portland to Bangor, and blessedly silent beyond.

    Absolutely no regrets.

  35. 35.

    Josie (also)

    I am so happy you were able to close on your new house.  It sounds like it will suit you.  Good to have a transition period.  Best wishes!

  39. 39.

    RevRick

    @Pennsylvanian: MrsRevRick’s middle sister married a native Mainer, and we love to go visit them. Their kids and grandkids live nearby.
    It’s a long daylong trip to get to their place in Windham along the Presumpscott River, but it’s always worth it.

  40. 40.

    pieceofpeace

    Congratulations!

    Enjoy your upcoming new home.

    And this close to a lake?  Awesome……..

  42. 42.

    Mayim

    @MomSense:

    My family has a similar camp, built almost over the water before the regulations changed in the early/mid 1970s. The lake sounds like it’s right under the bedroom. It was particularly nice to be so close to the water before we got indoor plumbing when I was in my mid 20s, as my parents firmly believed they shouldn’t have to carry water from the lake for washing dishes if there were offspring around to do such chores.

    My father never built us a float ~ there’s a big rock about where we would put a float, so we use that. Actually, it’s western Maine so there are several big rocks that would work, but only one is THE Big Rock.

    This summer’s project is figuring out how to rebuild a dock around the rocks and trees that are scattered around the best place to access the water.

  43. 43.

    SFAW

    @LAO:

    First of all: glad to see you, haven’t seen your nym/nom for a long time.

    Re: TFG’s sessility*: an enterprising campaign operative might suggest that TFG doesn’t stand for the jury because he’s too feeble to get up from a chair so many times.

    *Yes, it’s a real word.

  44. 44.

    SFAW

    I am SO envious of MomSense (and the others) with lakefront cabins/cottages in Maine. Mrs. SFAW and I love Maine, and we’re getting to the stage where we better get something soon, before we’re too old to enjoy it.

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