Notices by Molly Cantrell-Kraig 🍷 (mckra1g@mastodon.social)

@wdlindsy

“Mark my word, if and when these preachers get control of the [Republican] party, and they’re sure trying to do so, it’s going to be a terrible damn problem. Frankly, these people frighten me. Politics and governing demand compromise. But these Christians believe they are acting in the name of God, so they can’t and won’t compromise. I know, I’ve tried to deal with them.” — Barry Goldwater

#HeritageFoundation #USpol #Trump #MAGA

@fesshole

Recycling gone wrong:
Sexual follicular
Detritus lingers.

#haiku #poetry

It’s officially Fucking Cold outside right now.

This is dangerously cold weather, and I despair for the people who are unhoused right now. When I went to sleep last night, I thought about how many John and Jane Does who would be found this morning, frozen to death under bridges and in doorways.

It doesn’t have to be this way. WE HAVE ENOUGH FOR EVERYONE ON THIS PLANET. We do not have enough for those who hoard.

I wish we could collectively figure that out.

@fesshole

Other option: run your pjs through the dryer for about 10 minutes before heading off to bed. You’re nice and toasty as you drift off to sleep. I also switch to flannel sheets about midway through November. Chicago winter tested and approved. 🥶

Happy Eat Pie For Breakfast Day to all who celebrate.

🥧

Happy Thanksgiving from the Kid’s Table. Here’s me and my brother, waiting for our turkey dinner in gma’s kitchen. There were so many cousins in our family that the Kid’s Table had tiers: card tables, TV trays and (as you can see) buckets for the youngest.

Today will be full of friends, FaceTime, movies, turkey, wine and PIE. If this message reaches you, know that you matter and are loved.

Happy Thanksgiving, Fedizens!

🦃 🥧 🧡

#Thanksgiving

I have some silly neighbors. Thank goodness.

🪨 📖

#books #silly #random #rock

If you haven’t seen the PSA from Epstein’s human trafficking victims, it’s an absolute gut punch. If you’re someone who has experienced SA, you may not wish to. It can be triggering.

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/jeffrey-epstein-victims-call-to-congress-rcna244231

#epstein #trump #sexualAbuse

Hey I know the world is on fire, but if you'd like an 8 minute and 31 second respite, check this out. This is what glee and mastery look like. Metallica is having the time of their lives shredding the glitter out of Elton John's Funeral For a Friend/Loves Lies Bleeding:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUI24ZZ4ksA&t=1s

#music #guitar #TimelineCleanse

When access to food becomes leverage, it stops being a policy issue and becomes a moral one. Food should never be weaponized. Back in 2019, I remember seeing a video online of a boy unwrapping a banana for Christmas. People laughed—but I couldn’t. I’d been on food stamps, buying Christmas Cap’n Crunch and Hershey’s as “gifts.” This tweet struck a chord. As Gwendolyn Brooks said, “We are each other’s bond.”

#SNAP #USpol #Trump #news

WHY DO WE NEED 11M STRIKERS?

Research shows that 3.5% of the population striking ensures serious political change.

We need 11M strikers to reach 3.5% of the US population. When we reach 11M signed strike cards we STRIKE !

https://generalstrikeus.com/strikecard

Just took a big risk. I'll let you know how it turns out. Good vibes now being accepted.

#vagueTooting

Two of my daughters bought identical hats for their boys, Perseus and Winston (wearing the bandanna). Happy (early) Halloween!

#Caturday #CatsOfMastodon #cats #Halloween

ZZ Top skeleton FTW.

#Halloween

I can’t be on the ground today for the No Kings protests, but I fully support the mobilization. Our country was founded rejecting monarchy — we do not need a king. Now more than ever, we must defend our Constitution, our rights, and true representation in government. The threat of fascism is real, and complacency isn’t an option. We are the state, and it’s our duty to protect democracy. Learn more and join the movement here:

https://www.nokings.org/

#NoKings #USpol #fascism

Since the world is on fire, here’s a clip of elephants singing. Maybe it will help your mental health:

🐘 🩶

https://m.youtube.com/shorts/eukHg0Ek3TY

#random #music #nature

Someone in my local mutual aid society “fixed” my laptop by replacing the battery. When I started it up, the keyboard didn’t work and when I attempted to restart it, it died. It’s currently a paperweight. Anyone here in Chicago who can help me with this? As a self-employed person, my laptop is my office.

🆘 👩🏻💻

#MutualAid #technology #Chicago

@bmacDonald94

Ha! Something to look forward to! 🙃

Thank you!

Today is my birthday — number 58, so creeping up on the big 60.

Taking my morning walk and came across this greeting from the universe. Pay attention to serendipity. It’s all around you!

🎂 🎈 🎊

This is 100% accurate

#WhiteSupremacy #Trump #USpol