Protesting today in Tucson. #NoKings

From the “only In Arizona” file: seen at the fabulous Tucson Festival of Books.

For the first time in a long time I can say "I had a great writing day." Started with some free writing, moved onto a chapter I'm currently revising, and also found some time to work on a short story. This year's turmoil has just zapped my creative energy. But today, I found a tiny piece, lurking.

Tail end of the eclipse, captured at 6:10 am mountain time.

DJT: "We're the hottest country in the world." Does he mean we're really good-looking, or is it because of global warming and the lack of funding for renewable energy sources? Asking for a friend.

Whoever is the next Democratic presidential candidate should vow to tear down the hideous ballroom and rebuild the Rose Garden, I bet there are a lot of votes in that

October 20, 2025 “As leaders of the nation’s largest local health departments, collectively serving nearly 50 million people across America’s cities, we are committed to providing our communities with every opportunity to support and improve health. “We are united behind a simple message: get vaccinated. “Vaccines have eradicated devastating diseases and saved millions of lives. They keep classrooms safe and schools open. They allow children to spend time with friends and enjoy their favorite activities. They help parents and caregivers work to support their families. “Despite this extraordinary success, vaccination rates are declining in many parts of the United States, and deadly outbreaks of diseases like measles and polio are becoming more frequent. We are deeply troubled by the repeated false claims about vaccines from too many federal officials, which have contributed directly to these trends. We are equally concerned about recent changes to the recommended childhood and adult immunization schedules that unnecessarily limit access to vaccines. It is imperative that federal health leaders follow the lead of pediatricians and medical researchers and support vaccination to protect our children, families, and communities. “Nothing matters more to us than protecting the health of those we serve. With respiratory virus season rapidly approaching, we strongly encourage all Americans to tune out the political noise about vaccines. Instead, talk with your doctor and other trusted health care providers or public health officials about which vaccines are right for you and your loved ones. “Doing so can save many lives — including your own.”

Big Cities Health Coalition letter on vaccines: www.bigcitieshealth.org/wp-content/u...

The Light They Left Behind Three souls who reminded us what it means to live fully, and what we can’t afford to lose.

This captures exactly how I feel. How we all feel about our powerlessness. But more importantly, about our power.
jojofromjerz.substack.com/p/the-light-...

Andrew Shepard Edit Speech YouTube video by GreatPitchMedia

Seems like a good time to post this speech from The American President.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=oRXO...

This is posted outside of Boston PBS station WGBH. Keep ‘m stupid and they’ll keep voting against their own self interests. Republicanism 101.

An absolutely stunning read. Thank so much for sharing.

Love this!

NO KINGS! TUCSON AZ · Mobilize 🚨**On Saturday, June 14, join us in Tucson, AZ as we flood the streets with our MOTOR MARCH! Beat the heat with us and protest from your car. Or if you prefer to cheer on from the sidewalk, see the ma...

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Happy mothers day

Happy Mother's Day from our little corner of the desert.

Who would’ve thought we’d be living these books out? We are in perilous times.

So I’ve been in Italy for
9 days. Did I miss anything?

Oh. Crap. Should have stayed in Tuscany.

#wfwa #writingcommunity

#wfwa #writingcommunity

The stupid is just physically painful.

I would love a spot, if there are any left. Thanks! #2025Pit

The End of What They Know

Harper is a widowed and lonely dog sitter. Conrad needs someone to take care of his missing wife’s dog. They form an uneasy partnership and then relationship until she begins to suspect that he’s responsible for his wife’s death.

#2025pit #A #WF #WIP

Does it ever occur to any of these guys that maybe people just don't like them or their politics? Why is it always voter fraud when they lose? Bunch of whiney toddlers.

Since he believes there’s a big faucet in the Pacific Northwest and thinks he has a direct pipeline to god, maybe he can do a little dance to make it rain in Arizona.

I was going to post that same clip. Spot on.

Saw something the other day that said something like: One minute you’re young and fun and the next you’re turning down the car stereo to see better. Which I’ve done. I’m right there with you!

Buckle up, my friends. We are so screwed.