Yesterday we were ready to celebrate our 46th wedding anniversary. We postponed it after seeing the horrid Trump-Vance attack on Ukrainian President Zelensky. We were too upset and in shock, frankly.
in case anyone doesn't know...there are many Americans; and I am surrounded by them...that don't believe there is really any danger...so unless anyone I don't know is going to take me in and make us both uncomfortable...here I am...trying to determine how to navigate the future that I'm pretty certain will soon american version of the reichstadt fire (and wondering if the censure of rep. green might lead to the expulsion of many cong. Dems.
Schumer apologizing for his opposition...
and pretty certain there will be coming the Trump version of Nacht der langen Messer and no more courts will even take up cases against the administration...
and the silence...media shut off...
fearful. and never have been afraid.shouldn't that tell those who know me something's wrong...but maybe they never knew me at all...
how am I going to protect them. what everyone needs to be thinking about now...how are we going to protect those we've known...
painful to even consider we are going to be cancelling anniversaries...as the lives of those we know begin to be cancelled...
Ken, your worries are real, and I’m also surrounded by people (except my family) who really don’t understand what’s happening or about to happen. Once they voted for Trump, they should be horrified at his “new regime” —it’s not a normal administration. All we can do is stay informed ourselves, be positive and fight any way our age and health allow. Calling makes us thorns in the side of every pro-Trump leader, not just elected officials. Take a break and stay away from doomsayers. Protect yourself and loved ones. There’s only so much education you can share with magas—they’re hopeless.
“Like sands through an hourglass, so are the days of our lives.” Nope! Wrong channel. Change the station! These pretend dictator wannabes are violating every Constitutional provision they care to. The Heritage Foundation and their illustrious Project 2025 want our country to become a Nazi stronghold. With another cycle of Concentration Camps? (Already occupied by immigrants seeking a better life.) Almost 250 years ago, Patrick Henry issued this rallying cry, “Is life so dear or peace so sweet as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it almighty God! I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death.” The time for a new Revolution is upon us.
Happy anniversary, Diane! 46 years is something to be proud of! I, too, am glad that my mother is not here to see and experience what is going on. I now worry for what my children may have to endure.
We lost my mother-in-law on January 7. The last of the family's "Greatest Generation". She was like a mom to me - lost mine decades ago. 97 and sharp right to the end. We used to yell at the TV talking heads together. She cared so much. Her husband had served in the Pacific.
Honestly, I agree that it is merciful that she didn't see the traitorous shit show in the Oval Office yesterday. My mom and dad fought in WWII - they must be spinning in their graves.
I just don't understand how this can be happening. The Republican Party, if nothing else was strong on the defense of democracy. Always. It's as if they have been infected with a disease. I think it's called intimidation by a cult leader. But I am open for someone's better explanation. It is surreal.
@Bill Alstrom (MAtoMainetoMA) I think you hit upon the sickness within a personality cult encouraged by power hungry Republicans and Putin’s mafia. There’s some link as to why Trump loves Putin.
February 28th is also our anniversary 42 years and we too are not celebrating bc of the evil that has taken our country! We are so ashamed to witness the way those feckless traitors treated President Zelinsky ! And the wrecking ball they’re taking to our country 😢
Michele, I feel like you’re a kindred spirit. I wonder how many anniversaries, birthdays, and family get together we’re ruined on the 28th? We must celebrate the good ,the good people oppose these despicable Trump cultists. Thanks for your comment as Joyce Vance says we’re in this together!
Happy Anniversary, you guys! It does feel like a blink, right? I've been with my guy for ~25 years. I'm sorry your actual day was spoiled. The collective anger, shock, and pain felt yesterday were overwhelming. I'm looking for all the silver linings I can, but I want to find more ways to dig into the dirt and help fix everything. I appreciate your posts. I hope we all get time to decompress after yesterday.
My father passed in 1988. He fought in ww2, I’m so thankful that he didn’t have to witness yesterday’s betrayal of democracy, America,Ukraine and trump, vance and rubio groveling to Putin. I’ve never been so ashamed and embarrassed to be an American
in case anyone doesn't know...there are many Americans; and I am surrounded by them...that don't believe there is really any danger...so unless anyone I don't know is going to take me in and make us both uncomfortable...here I am...trying to determine how to navigate the future that I'm pretty certain will soon american version of the reichstadt fire (and wondering if the censure of rep. green might lead to the expulsion of many cong. Dems.
Schumer apologizing for his opposition...
and pretty certain there will be coming the Trump version of Nacht der langen Messer and no more courts will even take up cases against the administration...
and the silence...media shut off...
fearful. and never have been afraid.shouldn't that tell those who know me something's wrong...but maybe they never knew me at all...
how am I going to protect them. what everyone needs to be thinking about now...how are we going to protect those we've known...
painful to even consider we are going to be cancelling anniversaries...as the lives of those we know begin to be cancelled...
Ken, your worries are real, and I’m also surrounded by people (except my family) who really don’t understand what’s happening or about to happen. Once they voted for Trump, they should be horrified at his “new regime” —it’s not a normal administration. All we can do is stay informed ourselves, be positive and fight any way our age and health allow. Calling makes us thorns in the side of every pro-Trump leader, not just elected officials. Take a break and stay away from doomsayers. Protect yourself and loved ones. There’s only so much education you can share with magas—they’re hopeless.
yes. thank you.
Thank you, Diane, for all you and your family are doing.
Thanks, Katharine! 💕🇺🇸💙🦋
“Like sands through an hourglass, so are the days of our lives.” Nope! Wrong channel. Change the station! These pretend dictator wannabes are violating every Constitutional provision they care to. The Heritage Foundation and their illustrious Project 2025 want our country to become a Nazi stronghold. With another cycle of Concentration Camps? (Already occupied by immigrants seeking a better life.) Almost 250 years ago, Patrick Henry issued this rallying cry, “Is life so dear or peace so sweet as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it almighty God! I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death.” The time for a new Revolution is upon us.
Agree 100% Gary: “The time for a new Revolution is upon us.”
Happy anniversary. You forgot the part about Trump doing Putin’s bidding following a week of doing Putin’s bidding in Munich.
Thanks, Margaret! You’re right!
Happy Anniversary Diane❣️
Thanks, Sandra💕
Happy anniversary, Diane! 46 years is something to be proud of! I, too, am glad that my mother is not here to see and experience what is going on. I now worry for what my children may have to endure.
Thanks, Susan💕 We are living in the unstable times a bit like the Cold War but with 🤡 🤡
I’m so sorry the Friday night bombshell killed your plans. Please, don’t allow it to kill your joy, especially the joy you’ve shared for 46 years.
Give Winnie lots of pets and cuddles!
Wishing you an amazing celebration on Sunday.
💙💙💙
Thanks so much, Theodora 💕🇺🇸🇺🇦
We lost my mother-in-law on January 7. The last of the family's "Greatest Generation". She was like a mom to me - lost mine decades ago. 97 and sharp right to the end. We used to yell at the TV talking heads together. She cared so much. Her husband had served in the Pacific.
Honestly, I agree that it is merciful that she didn't see the traitorous shit show in the Oval Office yesterday. My mom and dad fought in WWII - they must be spinning in their graves.
I just don't understand how this can be happening. The Republican Party, if nothing else was strong on the defense of democracy. Always. It's as if they have been infected with a disease. I think it's called intimidation by a cult leader. But I am open for someone's better explanation. It is surreal.
@Bill Alstrom (MAtoMainetoMA) I think you hit upon the sickness within a personality cult encouraged by power hungry Republicans and Putin’s mafia. There’s some link as to why Trump loves Putin.
February 28th is also our anniversary 42 years and we too are not celebrating bc of the evil that has taken our country! We are so ashamed to witness the way those feckless traitors treated President Zelinsky ! And the wrecking ball they’re taking to our country 😢
Michele, I feel like you’re a kindred spirit. I wonder how many anniversaries, birthdays, and family get together we’re ruined on the 28th? We must celebrate the good ,the good people oppose these despicable Trump cultists. Thanks for your comment as Joyce Vance says we’re in this together!
Happy Anniversary, you guys! It does feel like a blink, right? I've been with my guy for ~25 years. I'm sorry your actual day was spoiled. The collective anger, shock, and pain felt yesterday were overwhelming. I'm looking for all the silver linings I can, but I want to find more ways to dig into the dirt and help fix everything. I appreciate your posts. I hope we all get time to decompress after yesterday.
Thanks,,Tizz! Time to regroup!
My father passed in 1988. He fought in ww2, I’m so thankful that he didn’t have to witness yesterday’s betrayal of democracy, America,Ukraine and trump, vance and rubio groveling to Putin. I’ve never been so ashamed and embarrassed to be an American
My father fought in WWII and died in 1955. I’m thankful he doesn’t see this Trump betrayal