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What's all this about NATO? Why does it matter? And what should we do? A condensed update and explanation with much gratitude to Heather Cox Richardson for doing all the work. I'm just the messenger and the one begging you to call your congressperson and ask them to put aside their personal interests for the greater good. (202) 224-3121. If you don't already follow @HeatherCoxRichardson on Substack, facebook and wherever else, consider it.

Losing sleep, over ICE. That's not a bitter cocktail, it's a bitter truth. But rather than pull the covers over our heads, we can at least try to make a difference.

Five minutes of pondering WTF is going on and what you can do if you prefer Democracy.

Indulge me for a few minutes, while I explain what made the world (and me) be in awe of this guy.  And if you want to hear the rest of the song played at the end... it is the masterpiece, Diamond Dust off "Blow by Blow" .

Triggered by this insightful Substack post "Who Stole the Cheese" by my pal and eco-hero, Mark Haubner. Read his rant here: https://substack.com/@mhaubner/note/p-164833104

Some interesting info you should know about the SAVE Act coming up for a vote. I vote NO.

An open letter... from your conscience.

Just sharing my observations and a very helpful suggestion.

Three minutes, three questions and one helpful suggestion.

Yes, I am mad. But if you're not, you are not paying attention. Here are a couple ideas for how to do something about it.

Not everything coming out of DC needs or deserves a reaction. But for those that do, here are some suggestions. .

Wait a minute, I am WHAT? Yup, it's true. My empathy is being triggered big time. But maybe that's not all bad.

A slow news cycle brings up a reminder that we could (and maybe should) be making better choices. Not to nag, but ... yeah.

The coping continues with the third in this post-election series. In this episode, the encouragement of new perspectives and empowering ideas you can start right now.

Working at finding a path to firm footing. Exploring how this happened... and how do we move ahead. Keep that mantra handy (we're going to be okay)