Tuesday, 21 January 2025

A dark day for many of us

Oh, USA, what have you done? 

We watched, in horror, the assault on US traditions in this moment. The billionaires were seated in front of the incoming cabinet. Apparently the push-up bra got their attention, especially Zuckerberg. This is Bezo's girlfriend. All people with a lot of money, but little sense. At the end of your life you don't determine you success by your bank account. It is about how you treat those who are your neighbours. 


He didn't put his hand on the bible. 

It is a dumpster fire. He's threatening tariffs on us, Canada, for Feb. 1st. The Quebec sells 2/3 of the aluminum the US buys. We have to hope that the state governors get this. 
So many people are going to be victims. The rich are going after the most vulnerable as the gap widens between front line workers and CEOs. His list of Executive Orders is shocking to many. I wonder how many regret voting for him?


He's ordered binary gender, labeled according to your assigned gender at birth. Our trans family and friends just shudder. Bruce Caitlyn Jenner didn't realize what they are in for. Gender dysphoria is a huge issue, one many of us are realizing affects our young people.

This video has shocked the world. In Germany, you can be arrested for using this Nazi sign. Australia has laws, as well.

There is a White Supremacy signal you can see in some photos. Racists are getting more bold. I post this as a warning. 

I shouldn't be surprised. Where does all that hate go when you've won? tRump supporters are pretty quiet. Here in Canada, with our PM stepping down, so-called freedom fighters are still going after everyone. They hate people who are different, fear people of colour, the poor, those with mental health issues, the LGBTQ+ community.

Some days you have to hope for the worst after you've seen the worst.


Rant over. It helps to vent.

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I have to focus on the critters for a moment. It is soothing. Cardinal, downy woodpecker, mourning doves, they are busy keeping warm and fed.









In the early morning, Nutmeg heard a sound. I was up early to put garbage out. Later, I found out that Cinnamon was sitting in the closet. I imagine looking for mice friends. She always has to watch him, he bears watching! It's a season for warm beds, blankets and the sheepskin blanket. 

In the afternoon the cats made their own fun up. I heard a thump in the dining room. Suddenly, Cinnamon went after his sister, who was carrying a deermouse downstairs. It ran under a foot stool, where Cinn glared at it excitedly. They played around for a bit, while I was fixing dinner. I don't know what happened next! They are ubiquitous.



I don't blame them for coming into the warmth! I just wish I could warn them about the cats! 

This morning it is -17℃ out on the back deck. I wish we could house, feed, and give a basic income to those who lack them. People should be looking after one another. 


12 comments:

eileeninmd said...

Hello,
On the bright side I love your birds and kitty photos.
I am not sure who will be left to put a check on the power. Scary! Take care, have a wonderful week!

Anvilcloud said...

I should have skipped part a, but I guess I can't hide.

Yamini MacLean said...

Hari OM
It's all too horrid to contemplate... YAM xx

Jeanie said...

I couldn't watch. It's like watching our country being destroyed and I just couldn't add that to my already awful mindset. (I did, however, follow in the newspaper later and Rachel Maddow). I feel compelled to be informed -- but I just can't watch him. He and his toadies are taking us down. I'm so sorry for Canada having to be on the receiving end of all this. I'd move there in a heartbeat if I could.

DrumMajor said...

Yes, it's very sad. Most of those who will be betrayed probably won't know it. Linda in Kansas

Elephant's Child said...

Thank you for the soothing crittters. We do indeed have laws against that salute here in Australia. I mourn for America and fear for the world.

The Furry Gnome said...

A dark day indeed!

Mary Kirkland said...

The next 4 years will be tough for sure.
I love the squirrel pic.

Red said...

Trump has definitely got our attention. I don't think he'll be as scary as we think but necessary things that nee to get done will not be done.

DeniseinVA said...

Great wildlife Jenn. As for the other, there was a sermon given by an Episcopal Reverend at The Washington National Cathedral today, directed to him with his family. It is worth listening to. She basically asked the man for mercy. Asked by a reporter later as he was walking down the outside corridor at the White House, he said it could have been done better. For me, it was a powerful impressive message. She was brilliant!

https://youtube.com/watch?v=31ylIPemGlE&si=p2e-xDNwJdvfWpDA

Christine said...

Dark days are ahead as you say Jenn.

Val Ewing said...

My husband who is a disabled veteran who fought in Vietnam while the bone spurs guy hid behind his daddy and wealth said ... he was glad he may die soon so he wouldn't have to see this country go to h-ll.
Suddenly many Americans feel powerless as they watch the train wreck that was elected...ruin our country.