Come for the politics, stay for the snark.

’Where will you hide, Roberts, the laws all being flat?’

Speaking of republicans, is there a way for a political party to declare intellectual bankruptcy?

Why is it so hard for them to condemn hate?

If you still can’t see these things even now, maybe politics isn’t your forte and you should stop writing about it.

I’d like to think you all would remain faithful to me if i ever tried to have some of you killed.

Second rate reporter says what?

We are aware of all internet traditions.

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

Books are my comfort food!

75% of people clapping liked the show!

Find someone who loves you the way trump and maga love traitors.

How any woman could possibly vote for this smug smarmy piece of misogynistic crap is beyond understanding.

… riddled with inexplicable and elementary errors of law and fact

Hell hath no fury like a farmer bankrupted.

“Everybody’s entitled to be an idiot.”

Accused of treason; bitches about the ratings. I am in awe.

A snarling mass of vitriolic jackals

Russian mouthpiece, go fuck yourself.

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

Shallow, uninformed, and lacking identity

Shut up, hissy kitty!

This must be what justice looks like, not vengeful, just peaceful exuberance.

They are not red states to be hated; they are voter suppression states to be fixed.

You’re just a puppy masquerading as an old coot.

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Acts of Kindness: Kids Bring The Smiles

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Hey, look it’s Wednesday (it is Wednesday, right?) and I’ve remembered to put this post together. Regardless if it makes you smile, it really lifted my spirits today, picking what I would share tonight. Enjoy!

 

HumboldtBlue sent this to me, and I sure hope you’ve already seen it because it’s become a cult classic. I actually have a video story on Recess Therapy that I’ll share, maybe next week, full of these kinds of interviews. The young man who interviews these kids is so sincere, it’s why they feel comfortable telling him this stuff:

https://twitter.com/capetownbrown/status/1555366629852192769?s=20&t=4l2_k1AcgHBaSCcUIdqLmw

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Steeplejack sent me this in Feb, and I swore I shared it, but I can’t find it in a post. Even if I did share it, it’s worth sharing again. Kids, man, I love seeing things through their eyes.

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I’m sure someone sent this to me, but I didn’t make a note!

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It just takes a moment…to change a little life:

https://twitter.com/sbarrt/status/1565520997251485696?s=20&t=4l2_k1AcgHBaSCcUIdqLmw

And this one, both kind AND adorable:

https://twitter.com/sbarrt/status/1566170750570172416?s=20&t=4l2_k1AcgHBaSCcUIdqLmw

It probably wouldn’t surprise you to learn that I LOVE penguins. I even brought them to the science museum where I was the education coordinator (they flew in from San Diego – and boy where their little flappers tired – 🥁🥁) and I missed the entire event because of a family matter out of state. So bummed.  I heard they were a big hit and got to waddle around the entire museum. I would have loved to have had them waddle to my desk and hang out. One day I’ll get to hang out with some.

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Salt Water sent me this at the beginning of summer, and seems a good time to post it, as summer wraps up:

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SiubhanDuinne sent me this so long ago, that puppy is probably the size of a horse itself now, romping around with her friend’s horses in the pastures.

Acts of Kindness: Kids Bring The Smiles

 

And that cute pup will have to do you…I still don’t have photo updates on my critters. Jasper is doing great, probably around 130 lbs now, and I’ve got him down to two meals a day – 8 cups total, which is where he will stay. Even though his weight could be higher, with his back legs, I think keeping him on the well-fed lighter side is best for his health. He’s been a pill all week, which I take as a great sign. He’s comfortable enough to push boundaries and know he’s safe here, even if he gets scolded. Which he has been…more than once this week. LOL

Keep sending me those acts of kindness!  I’m working my way through the emails and tweets … can always use more.

 

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  3. 3.

    Alison Rose 💙🌻💛

    Honestly, my favorite part of Tariq’s video is when he says “I play a variety of games.” I don’t know why, but I find it so adorable when little kids use words you don’t expect. Like, “a lot of games” or “a bunch of games” or something? Sure. But “a variety of games” just slays me.

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    CaseyL

    These are wonderful!  I watched every one, which I don’t do very often.

    Always good to be reminded there are terrific people in the world, making other people feel valued and happy.

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    lowtechcyclist

    @delphinium:

    The “What? It’s just a pun about corn!” was the real topper, though.  I loved that.

    But Morgan’s Wonderland was what really moved me, just seeing all those kids who get left out, made fun of, and all that, just being able to have fun at a place designed for them, where they were not only welcome, but belonged.

    There should be a lot more places like that for kids with disabilities.

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    Argiope

    Since this is a feel good thread, may I give a shout out to the Hamilton County judge who just placed a stay on OH’s 6 week abortion ban without exceptions for rape or incest? 14 day stay, and ACLU & Planned Parenthood are asking for the say to be extended until the case goes all the way through. Judge says: “No great stretch is required to find that Ohio law recognizes a fundamental right to privacy, procreation, bodily integrity and freedom of choice in decision making.” Equal protection, baby! I feel seen.

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    Eunicecycle

    All so great! The blind child making the basket made me cry! Then everything made me cry. I’m just a cryer.

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    dr. luba

    There is a penguin reserve in Argentina, in Punto Tombo, about 100 km south of Puerto Madryn.  If you ever want to hang out with penguins, that is the place.  DOn’t go with the tour groups, but show up alone.

    My friend and I did, and we got to hang out with them ourselves for most of the day,  You have to stay within designated areas (they were marked of with string when we went), but the penguins can go wherever they want.  The would wander up at us to look at us.  It was amazing.

    We went there back in the mid-90s, but I don’t think it’s changed all that much.

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    WaterGirl

    @Baud: I’m thinking that could be a good reply to someone trolling a thread.

    If 5 people reply “Terrible sandwich by the way” maybe that would make people think twice before getting sucked in.

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    mrmoshpotato

    @C Stars:

    Haha if this was my kid the next day he’d be making his own sammich. 

    I don’t doubt the kid, but I want details about this sandwich.

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    eclare

    All of these videos are wonderful, thank you!  And the kid is right, fresh corn on the cob is the best, especially with some Mexican cheese and lime.

    And the little kid pilot…

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    C Stars

    @mrmoshpotato:

    @Baud:

    I suppose there could’ve been something objectively wrong with the sandwich. Or maybe this was just the kid’s way of saying “I have to do this every day for the next 20 years?” In any case, good time to learn how to make your own sandwiches.

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    lowtechcyclist

    @mrmoshpotato:

    Gonna get corn salsa on my burrito tonight!  Thanks kiddo!

    My wife mixed up a great batch of corn salad on Sunday but it’s gone now.  She also made corn soup as an experiment, and it was amazing.

    Yeah, corn’s good stuff.  I hear you can even eat it right off the cob with some butter on it!

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