Jackie Wilham

Math word problem: What happens when 11 people from 4 generations of 1 family converge from 3 states to vacation together at Disney World? Lots of smiles … and Dole Whip. See ya real soon, WDW!

They both need to wear suits and be sure to say “thank you.”

Flourless chocolate cake is basically chocolate scrambled eggs.

My best friend turned 61nderful yesterday. We celebrated by attending a free concert near the coolest tree I’ve seen in a long time. “The Witches Tree” (Louisville, KY) is the subject of some fascinating lore. You should look it up.

Here’s hoping all the weird moms and their kids with strong characters had a great day!

Cowards

Got to see my favorite author, Frederik Backman, in Franklin, IN, tonight. Can’t wait to read his new book!

It’s official. I now have to stop thinking poorly of Rand Paul. Way to go, Senator! Thank you for doing your duty.

Two days since hiking 5 miles at the West Pinnacles in Berea, Ky, (700+’ elevation change) I remain convinced flatter hikes should be my goal until I get my new knees. Pretty hike, though.

All is well so long as you have access to Advil and Tylenol, I suppose.

A national security threat? Heavens to Murgatroyd!

39 years of laughing with this guy. Here’s to 39 more.

Had no idea I was the type to hold a grudge until my artichoke, basil, and mushroom pizza slice order got confused for an anchovies, basil, and mushroom slice. Ick. Gag. Poo.

My Mom is 29 again. Her brother is 12 years younger, and he and his wife drove for two days to help her celebrate. Yup! She IS that awesome!

Today was likely my last visit with Punch and Mikki before they retire from the Louisville Zoo to the Elephant Sanctuary in TN. Thanks for the memories, ladies. Forgive me for tearing up as I spoke to you today.

Who else needs a break from all the chaos?

Egg hunt, 2025.

Scenes from Broad Run Park, Saturday. April 19.

The Bible Belt is a Noose How toxic theology strangles justice – and why it’s time to cut the damn rope.

MAGA Christians have turned fear into a brand, fascism into a campaign strategy, and Jesus into a mascot they drag to every political rally.

As I say in this week’s newsletter:
“Christian Nationalism doesn’t want Jesus – it wants a weapon in a tunic.”

That’s just 12 more than the 76 trombones that led the big parade.

Racing Louisville! Yesterday was a beautiful day to host Washington Spirit. Washington won, 2-0.

Forcing people to pay $130 for a passport in order to vote is just a Jim Crow poll tax by another name.

It is blatantly unconstitutional.

World’s largest fountain drink

Nashville? Wasn’t on the agenda, but the storm insisted we stay a while. So, sure.

Blue suede shoe memorabilia was available at the gift shop.

And now we can say we walked a mile where Elvis did. Checking off our 17th state hike after walking around Elvis’s birthplace in Tupelo, MS.

Had to say goodbye to my NOLA kid this morning, but we had fun doing it. The only reason I don’t cry whenever we part is that I know she is so very happy with her NOLA life.

Y’all! NOLA NEVER disappoints!

And now we visit a spell.

Books I’ve read these past two months. Mostly 5⭐️reads.