I, too, was once owned by a black cat, born on Friday the 13th. She was my aunt's cat, who gave her to us when she (the Aunt, not the cat) left to study in Turkey. Deko ( for triskaidekaphobia) was a Grande Dam, queen of everywhere she went.
Enjoy your visit with Karen RN. I'm hoping to arrange another Oregon get together soon with a couple others from LFAA.
My first cat was a black boy named king Louie, and my last cat (beside me now) is a black girl named Queen Lulu. What treasures they have been. Yes, they own us as much as we own them…
I won't miss you over the weekend because I know a good cause, R and R, when I see one. Have a great time.
As for the sorry state of the nation, I wish we could form a silver lining for the US by having all the No Kingers hold hands across this place from sea to shining sea. I think we'd pick up many folks who've not yet been engaged. (So many of us are vintage, so that "silver lining" would be visible from a satellite.
Tennessee Kelly is proof positive that magas believe they have a pass to be industrial grade monsters and jackasses. May he languish at taxpayers' expense.
Finally, I fear Cadet Bonespursandhead will keep asking the Magic 8 Ball what to do and how to rationalize it to his critics. We all know he wants any manufactured international glory, but he wants to keep his base's blood-lust on overdrive because it gives him a thrill down his leg. And while he likes to blame all things on Biden, he'd have to be limber as an eel to slither by what will clearly be his own decision. Netanyahu rolled him.
Cookie’s pictures interspersed the several times takes one’s breath away. Such a beauty. 💔❤️
You and Karen have a great weekend together…respites are well deserved, to restore, refresh and renew.
This may seem a ridiculous example, but still, it holds true. One year my principal assigned me last minute to teach a newly formed gr. 1,2 combo class. Mind you, I had only taught little kids in Sunday school, loved grade 2 and grade 3 (particularly both grades in the same classroom), but that aside… This combo class had 34 kids when you include the deaf and hard of hearing who were integrated part of the day. The principal believed I’d figure it out one way or another…
So how does this relate to respite? In our multipurpose room a heavy rope was securely ceiling-mounted for rope climbing. Of course, the little kids planned on that at least once a week! I’d never tried it in my youth, but PE staff taught me how to coach and assist my kids.
So one day, once the kids left for lunch, making sure several layers of mats were beneath, I decided to give it a try. My arms were pretty strong, but still, it was a struggle. I knew to use my feet. I was shocked to make it to the top because, every time it felt like I could go no further, a nanosecond of relief - gripping with my feet while releasing and re-clasping with my hands - renewed muscle power to keep climbing. I was shocked but happy to appreciate the lesson therein.
So yes, power naps, brief junkets into whatever… It’s a good thing. Enjoy!
It’s so complicated for us who are not computer literate, at least to the extent required with this level of chicanery, it means that there will never be a fair election again. Are there any computer genuses who can counter this who are not traitors.
TC, today 6/19/25, Trump was deploying & major media platforms were dutifully re-publishing MAGA propaganda:
All the following quotes are verbatim from 3 major media platforms today 6/19:
* The WSJ on 6/19/25, "Trump decision to Come within Two Weeks".
That's Murdoch.
* The WAPO on 6/19 the Washington Post headlined: "Trump says he'll decide on Iran strike within two weeks".
That's Jeff Bezos.
* AP on 6/19, the Associated Press headlined: "Trump says he'll decide whether U.S. will directly attack Iran [please say it with me now in unison] within 2 weeks".
*****
I am tempted to coin a new 3 letter acronym. Instead of "WTF" let's go with "WTW" for Within Two Weeks.
Bonus: "WTW" goes well with WWL, World Wrestling League promo jargon too.
Went through Downtown LA twice last night en route and returning from Dodger Stadium. Darn Dodgers won with a walk off home run in the bottom of the ninth and beat the Padres.. Will Smith looks a lot different when he is not doing comedy.
Had not been to Dodger Stadium since the very early 70's. And Downtown LA? Lot of apartments, people on the street, no homeless to be seen, and no flames.
Glad you are taking a break. And I saw that Cookie the cat passed away. I'm sorry you lost her, even at 18.
I'm so sorry about Cookie.❤️🩹 And I'm glad about your weekend with Karen. 💕
Thank you, TC. Enjoy your mini respite!
Further evidence that republiCons suck !
Since they’re so great at marching lets find the nearest 1000 ft cliff and get them marching, like the sad, stunads lemmings they are.
Oh, you crazy kids - have fun! And I love the Emotional Support Predator. Maybe just send it to the P-in-Chief?
Glad Karen is coming to
keep you company this
weekend. Enjoy each
other.
I keep clicking to generate hearts here.
Condolences on losing Cookie and best wishes for a happy weekend...
Enjoy your break, buddy. We'll keep the light on for you.
Speaking of the Chateau 6, here's something for you and everyone to enjoy: https://www.yahoo.com/news/longtime-spokesperson-tom-bodett-sues-214859157.html
I love the statue at the National Mall! At least for now,looks like 😡 can’t remove
it with permit/security 24/7.And I missed the former poop-covered desk “memorial” there.Gotta love humor + creativity.
https://wtop.com/dc/2025/06/new-dictator-approved-statue-pops-up-on-the-national-mall/
Enjoy the w-end together,TC and Karen,and taking a break from this royal💩show….
I, too, was once owned by a black cat, born on Friday the 13th. She was my aunt's cat, who gave her to us when she (the Aunt, not the cat) left to study in Turkey. Deko ( for triskaidekaphobia) was a Grande Dam, queen of everywhere she went.
Enjoy your visit with Karen RN. I'm hoping to arrange another Oregon get together soon with a couple others from LFAA.
My first cat was a black boy named king Louie, and my last cat (beside me now) is a black girl named Queen Lulu. What treasures they have been. Yes, they own us as much as we own them…
I won't miss you over the weekend because I know a good cause, R and R, when I see one. Have a great time.
As for the sorry state of the nation, I wish we could form a silver lining for the US by having all the No Kingers hold hands across this place from sea to shining sea. I think we'd pick up many folks who've not yet been engaged. (So many of us are vintage, so that "silver lining" would be visible from a satellite.
Tennessee Kelly is proof positive that magas believe they have a pass to be industrial grade monsters and jackasses. May he languish at taxpayers' expense.
Finally, I fear Cadet Bonespursandhead will keep asking the Magic 8 Ball what to do and how to rationalize it to his critics. We all know he wants any manufactured international glory, but he wants to keep his base's blood-lust on overdrive because it gives him a thrill down his leg. And while he likes to blame all things on Biden, he'd have to be limber as an eel to slither by what will clearly be his own decision. Netanyahu rolled him.
Your weekend plans sound perfect. Good for you two.
Thank you, as always, for your comprehensive, lively, informative post.
This short video below was welcome news this morning… Several friends, when I shared it, said they guess it’s time to become Dodgers fans!
https://open.substack.com/pub/aaronparnas/p/breaking-ice-agents-tried-to-raid?r=45vym&utm_medium=ios
Cookie’s pictures interspersed the several times takes one’s breath away. Such a beauty. 💔❤️
You and Karen have a great weekend together…respites are well deserved, to restore, refresh and renew.
This may seem a ridiculous example, but still, it holds true. One year my principal assigned me last minute to teach a newly formed gr. 1,2 combo class. Mind you, I had only taught little kids in Sunday school, loved grade 2 and grade 3 (particularly both grades in the same classroom), but that aside… This combo class had 34 kids when you include the deaf and hard of hearing who were integrated part of the day. The principal believed I’d figure it out one way or another…
So how does this relate to respite? In our multipurpose room a heavy rope was securely ceiling-mounted for rope climbing. Of course, the little kids planned on that at least once a week! I’d never tried it in my youth, but PE staff taught me how to coach and assist my kids.
So one day, once the kids left for lunch, making sure several layers of mats were beneath, I decided to give it a try. My arms were pretty strong, but still, it was a struggle. I knew to use my feet. I was shocked to make it to the top because, every time it felt like I could go no further, a nanosecond of relief - gripping with my feet while releasing and re-clasping with my hands - renewed muscle power to keep climbing. I was shocked but happy to appreciate the lesson therein.
So yes, power naps, brief junkets into whatever… It’s a good thing. Enjoy!
Brave beyond belief
This link was sent to me - dont know how valid it is - any comments???
https://thiswillhold.substack.com/p/she-won-they-didnt-just-change-the?triedRedirect=true
It’s so complicated for us who are not computer literate, at least to the extent required with this level of chicanery, it means that there will never be a fair election again. Are there any computer genuses who can counter this who are not traitors.
Yeah - I agree. I question that too.
TC, today 6/19/25, Trump was deploying & major media platforms were dutifully re-publishing MAGA propaganda:
All the following quotes are verbatim from 3 major media platforms today 6/19:
* The WSJ on 6/19/25, "Trump decision to Come within Two Weeks".
That's Murdoch.
* The WAPO on 6/19 the Washington Post headlined: "Trump says he'll decide on Iran strike within two weeks".
That's Jeff Bezos.
* AP on 6/19, the Associated Press headlined: "Trump says he'll decide whether U.S. will directly attack Iran [please say it with me now in unison] within 2 weeks".
*****
I am tempted to coin a new 3 letter acronym. Instead of "WTF" let's go with "WTW" for Within Two Weeks.
Bonus: "WTW" goes well with WWL, World Wrestling League promo jargon too.
Enjoy the weekend.
Went through Downtown LA twice last night en route and returning from Dodger Stadium. Darn Dodgers won with a walk off home run in the bottom of the ninth and beat the Padres.. Will Smith looks a lot different when he is not doing comedy.
Had not been to Dodger Stadium since the very early 70's. And Downtown LA? Lot of apartments, people on the street, no homeless to be seen, and no flames.