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Twilight scene with trees, streetlight and flamingos.

Flamingos flocking outside my window at twilight. Should I be concerned?
#nature #tree #twilight #photography #birds

This statement is a mix of political commentary and opinion, blending sarcasm, frustration, and historical reference. Here's a clear summary: The speaker (likely former President Trump or someone adopting his style) claims they would personally support a small tax increase on the rich to help lower- and middle-income Americans. However, they warn that doing so would give ammunition to the political left, who might use it to attack Republicans by referencing George H.W. Bush's broken "no new taxes" promise—a moment believed to have hurt him politically. The speaker then shifts blame for Bush's election loss to Ross Perot, not taxes. Despite the warning, they express indifference about whether Republicans go through with the tax increase or not.

No problem. ChatGPT explains it all so I don't have to think.

eight years ago today we all watched the glory of zendaya falling madly in love with tom holland and the internet was never the same

And now for something completely different..

Leena Estelle Luostarinen 1949-2013 Finnish painter working as an artist for over 40 years, well known for colourful, mysterious works. Many paintings featured felines, ibises, flowers, and sphinxes.

Night Leopard, 1982,
Oil on canvas, 130 x 180 cm.

Today we remember Daniel Berrigan, SJ, a #Jesuit priest, activist, poet and peacemaker, who died #OTD in 2016. ow.ly/4cer50IWjMk

Long awaited for sure. Been June 2024 since I subscribed and got #23. Ha! I know. Patience grasshopper.

French toast and peaches looking tasty!

On a Sunday morning sideboard. I just had to try peach slices with my French toast today. Sadly I had no strawberries for a splash of red which I think would have made this even more tasty. #breakfast

Rest in peace, Pope Francis.
Thank you for everything.

My other orchid went 7 years before getting back into a more or less regular blooming schedule.

Ha! Thanks

East window behind mini-blind and sheer curtain so not so very much sun

Every once in a while these bloom for me. I've no idea why. #bloomscrolling #orchid #houseplant

Hmmm. What is that shoe Bernie is wearing? AFAF

On April 9, 1945, Dietrich Bonhoeffer was executed, by hanging, for his resistance to the Nazis.

15 years ago, Democrats transformed health care with the Affordable Care Act. Today, more than 50 million Americans have health coverage through the ACA.

Slice-of-Life Sunday:

When I saw the disgusting "trump Gaza" video this morning, the bile rose to my throat.

I won't share it. Instead, help me promote this counter narrative by Tala, from Gaza.

"Gaza is not yours to take. Gaza is ours, and we are still here. This is our land."

BRAVO to her strength and DEFIANCE. 🥹💪

That was a season defining performance. Phenomenal!!
#LFC

A defining policy battle is about to come to a head in this country. The Republican budget will force everyone - especially Congress and the White House - to make plain whether they are prepared to harm the rest of us in order to fund tax cuts for the wealthiest.

WYOMING:
“Thank you, Madam chairman.”
“I prefer ‘Mister’ chairman.”
“Well you all voted preferred pronouns cannot be compelled speech.”

This from 2025 Niaski Cats Calendar by Nia Gould hanging in kitchen seems purrfect for a this #caturday in February.