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Anna Jeter at Bodega Head promontory taking photos of the Pacific Ocean near Bodega Bay, California.

Two pelicans and a seagull on an old dock overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Bodega Bay, California.

The Potter Schoolhouse, used in the movie "The Birds," located in Bodega Bay, California.

Overlooking the Pacific Ocean at Bodega Head near Bodega Bay, California.

Spent the day around Bodega Bay celebrating an early birthday for my son-in-law. Visited the schoolhouse and church from The Birds, ate some great food, and hung out at Bodega Head. I took a little walk, and the first pic is me taking pics of the ocean. 🐟

July 2025 To: The Executive Office of the President 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, D.C., USA Subject: Your Most Recent Tariff Missive(s) Dear White House Strategists, Sitting on eggs continuously for 54 days in minus 20 degrees is, frankly, easier than trying to make sense of your current tariff strategy. We've checked our calendars thrice-are we on Day 90 or 105 of this economic stand-off? We'd request clarification, but we're reasonably sure you'd sanction that too. We're loathe to admit it, but on this matter we find ourselves in rare agreement with Brazil's President Lula: the world does not, in fact, require an emperor. Least of all one perched precariously atop a melting economy, dictating terms to islands most Americans couldn't point to on a globe even if bribed with krill. Before these tariffs, our contact with humanity was limited to the occasional sunburnt glaciologist and a few UN observers who came mostly for the penguin chorus. Now, thanks to your trade aggression, we've acquired: - Three fully operational F/A-18 Hornets (painted in icy matte, thank you for asking), - The enthusiastic backing of several thousand confused yet passionate humans, - A Press Secretary with a debilitating anxiety disorder (Miss Penguline Levity, whom we advise you not to email directly), - And a waitlist of 47,000 immigration requests, 312 of which are from your own diplomatic staff. This escalation has turned our quiet, flightless republic into an accidental geopolitical flashpoint. We are, as you might imagine, irritated. Not furious-just frostily disappointed. Let us be clear: Heard Island has no intention of becoming a player in your drama. We are content to govern our guano-covered rocks with dignity, sovereignty, and minimal Wi-Fi. If this is difficult for you to accept, we recommend a long walk on thin ice.

Response sent to the White House. Summary: The planet doesn’t need an emperor dictating trade. Mainland Antarctica already has millions of Emperors, and even their droppings do more good than the White House’s globally destabilizing policies.

In other words, go take a long hike on thin ice.

View of the Sacramento River at dusk from the patio at Crawdad's restaurant.

Dinner on the river to celebrate the 18th anniversary for my daughter and son-in-law.

Two rose bushes, one with peach roses and the other with purple roses, at the rose garden in Sonoma, California.

Small pond with fountain along the walking path at the park in Sonoma, California.

Water feature with rock island and fountain in the center, with ducks enjoying the water. The water feature is in front of Sonoma's City Hall.

Spent my birthday yesterday in Sonoma, CA, browsing the shops and walking around the park. The rose garden was in full bloom. I love the smell of roses. 💐

Golden eagle head done in cross stitch over one on 25-count fabric

I choose the golden eagle and offer one I completed in cross stitch.

Four styles of succulents, from an aloe hybrid, haworthia, and crassula.

A border planting at Shepard Garden & Arts Center in Sacramento, California.

Attended the Sacramento Cactus & Succulent Society show yesterday and picked up these beauties. The show continues all weekend and the grounds at the Shepard Garden & Arts Center look wonderful.

View of Pacific Ocean waves lapping the beach early on an overcast morning in Seaside, Oregon.

There's nothing like an early morning walk on the beach, even on an overcast day. Loved my time in Seaside, Oregon, last week.

Cannon Beach, Oregon

Haystack Rock at Cannon Beach, Oregon

Cannon Beach, Oregon

Flock of seagulls at Cannon Beach, Oregon

I understand why people want to live near the ocean. Being able to get up every morning and walk along the beach makes me feel like a new person.

Maritime Museum in Astoria, Oregon

Maritime Museum in Astoria, Oregon

Maritime Museum in Astoria, Oregon

Visited the Maritime Museum in Astoria, Oregon, today. Such a wonderful tribute to the Coast Guard for their rescue work.

Seaside, Oregon beach walk

Seaside, Oregon beach walk

Took a path less traveled today.

Woohoo! So happy for the winner of TOC 6!

Lol. Why am I not surprised that Guy Fieri picked a convicted felon as a special guest judge?

Not sure how Sara and Lee Anne tied on randomizer. Why does this feel rigged?

Beach in Seaside, Oregon

Beach in Seaside, Oregon

Beach in Seaside, Oregon

Made it to the beach! My view for the week in Seaside, Oregon. #beachlife #seaside

Mt. Shasta

Stopped to take in the view of Mt. Shasta today. I'm on my way up the Oregon coast for a week of rest.

Crystal Hermitage Gardens, Nevada City, CA

Crystal Hermitage Gardens, Nevada City, CA

Crystal Hermitage Gardens, Nevada City, CA

Crystal Hermitage Gardens, Nevada City, CA

A few of my favorite pictures from the Crystal Hermitage Gardens today. It was a beautiful day for a meandering walk through a garden.

There are few things more comforting than grilled cheese (with American and Havarti) and tomato soup. 🧀 🍅

Le Creuset pots and pans

Le Creuset pots and pans

Le Creuset did not disappoint. I purchased the gorgeous floral pot and small blue skillet - everything else was in my mystery box. The 2nd picture includes most of my daughter's haul. Thanks San Jose for a fun event!

Made it to San Jose for the Le Creuset factory to table sale. 🍳👩‍🍳

Gave demos of embroidery with alpaca threads at an alpaca show over the weekend. This guy/gal stared at the table from across the way with quite the attitude. Also, I learned about drop spindle spinning and might have gotten supplies to learn how to spin my own thread. 🪡🧵

I am so tired of stupid stuff in locked cabinets at stores. Went to CVS to buy toothpaste. After the cashier unlocked the cabinet, she had to take the toothpaste to the register because I couldn't carry it in the store. Ridiculous.

Unpopular take but, in retrospect, does anyone wish Trump would have won in 2020? Most of his presidency would have been focused on the COVID pandemic. We gave him 4 years to plot and scheme to dismantle the federal govt as we know.

Two goats, one on a tree stump

Me feeding a goat

Goat in the woods

Bonfire with little library

Went on a goat walk today and found some new friends. Hiked in the mountains, hung out with goats and chickens, and relaxed by a bonfire. Highly recommend for unwinding. This was at Not by Luck Ranch in California. 🐐

I hope everything goes well on Thursday. So sorry you had to go through this. ❤️

Probationary employees are not always new. Accepting a promotion can make you probationary. Some long-time federal workers were fired, including veterans. This was a culling of the federal workforce with no regard for knowledge or skills. Absolutely heartless.

Informal Grievance Template for Adverse Personnel Actions There is a limited amount of time to oppose personnel actions. Time is short.

ATTN FEDERAL WORKERS: I’ll say this again: download all your SF-50s, performance evals, and your eOPF.

Now.

Print hard copies.

And make sure you file an informal grievance with your supervisor within 15 days of any adverse action. Here is a template: www.muellershewrote.com/p/informal-g...

The Secret Garden because I love the story of the healing power of nature and friendship. My favorite walks are in the forest.

Sometimes, happiness is as simple as midnight pancakes from Denny's. 🥞

I got my federal refund yesterday, much earlier than I anticipated. I don't think he has as much control as he would like, thank goodness. 🙂