Did anyone ever tell you that you are delightful? I think YOU are one of my favorite things, Michael. This is such a lovely post. I will be watching via ZOOM, an LATimes Book Club event on January 25th with Stephanie Land, the author of "Maid"! I, like you, thoroughly enjoyed the series and look forward to reading the book. Another favorite thing...Trees! Nothing quite stirs my soul than looking at their beauty, majesty and simple being! Thanks for all you have us ponder on each day!
Favorite things...words. -Example: (1) My married name Hug-Hart. When people ask me to spell "Hughart" I spell "Hug" and then "Hart". People respond "Aww..." (2) Inadvertently making people laugh: Example: Today when I talked to the plumber's receptionist, she expressed to me how her calendar for appointment requests was making her go crazy. I answered "We're all going crazy at once so Who Cares!" She began laughing uncontrollably, and that made me start laughing uncontrollably so that the two of us laughed uncontrollably for a while until I made more remarks that made both of us laugh even harder. I can't remember the next remarks because I have short term memory loss.
I applaud your optimism, but you're a generation or two too early. There are too many broken parts to this "so-called minority-run democracy" that can't be fixed given the current political and governance situation. The constitution is outdated, the electoral college is a mockery, the senate "broken rules" are impediments to progress, the campaign financing system is corrupt, voting rights are laughable, and on and on (not including cultural, economic, labor, education, social, etc. issues)! I'm 82 and don't expect to see any changes. My kids are X-generation and won't see any changes. My grandkids are Z-generation and may begin to see some changes. But it's really going to be a generation or two after the Z's that may be able to bring about the necessary changes. In the meantime, hang one tight, keep your airsick bags handy, and try not to weep as the country sinks to new lows. bob resseguie
One of the little things that is very underrated, is. A breath of fresh air, that sudden slight breeze, sometimes is a little bit chill, but feels bracing. It fills your lungs with refreshment, and gives you that instantaneous lift that while only for a fraction of a second, cleanses your soul.
Loved the series Maid also. So much that we’re looking to help a single mom and have her live with us for awhile to help her get on her feet. Thanks for sharing and giving us hope in the world of fears
Your podcast and your writing are 2 of my favorite things. Another is my milk frothier that I use w/oat milk on top of my morning coffee. I take this delicious beverage into a room in my house that faces the east every morning and watch the sunrise while I meditate, lift in prayer those who come to my mind each morning and express gratitude for my blessings.
This ritual has grounded me, given me measures of peace and been my sanity’s lifeline during the Trump regime and continues as we head into our 3rd year of this pandemic.
Newly discovered favorite thing… this forum where I can read comments by sane, thoughtful, freedom loving individuals, and be reassured that there is intelligent life on This Planet.
Lionel trains ….Classic Movies….1957 Chevy Belair ……..50’s music 60’s music and classic records that our parents listened too ………popular hits …….Snow faking on the ground …..a fire place and a glass of wine
Did anyone ever tell you that you are delightful? I think YOU are one of my favorite things, Michael. This is such a lovely post. I will be watching via ZOOM, an LATimes Book Club event on January 25th with Stephanie Land, the author of "Maid"! I, like you, thoroughly enjoyed the series and look forward to reading the book. Another favorite thing...Trees! Nothing quite stirs my soul than looking at their beauty, majesty and simple being! Thanks for all you have us ponder on each day!
Favorite things...words. -Example: (1) My married name Hug-Hart. When people ask me to spell "Hughart" I spell "Hug" and then "Hart". People respond "Aww..." (2) Inadvertently making people laugh: Example: Today when I talked to the plumber's receptionist, she expressed to me how her calendar for appointment requests was making her go crazy. I answered "We're all going crazy at once so Who Cares!" She began laughing uncontrollably, and that made me start laughing uncontrollably so that the two of us laughed uncontrollably for a while until I made more remarks that made both of us laugh even harder. I can't remember the next remarks because I have short term memory loss.
I applaud your optimism, but you're a generation or two too early. There are too many broken parts to this "so-called minority-run democracy" that can't be fixed given the current political and governance situation. The constitution is outdated, the electoral college is a mockery, the senate "broken rules" are impediments to progress, the campaign financing system is corrupt, voting rights are laughable, and on and on (not including cultural, economic, labor, education, social, etc. issues)! I'm 82 and don't expect to see any changes. My kids are X-generation and won't see any changes. My grandkids are Z-generation and may begin to see some changes. But it's really going to be a generation or two after the Z's that may be able to bring about the necessary changes. In the meantime, hang one tight, keep your airsick bags handy, and try not to weep as the country sinks to new lows. bob resseguie
One of my favorite things is reading your thoughts or hearing them. If I could choose any person in the world to spend the day with, it would be you.
Thank you for your comforting thoughts. How lucky the world is to have you and all of the people who truly admire you. ❤️
One of the little things that is very underrated, is. A breath of fresh air, that sudden slight breeze, sometimes is a little bit chill, but feels bracing. It fills your lungs with refreshment, and gives you that instantaneous lift that while only for a fraction of a second, cleanses your soul.
Loved the series Maid also. So much that we’re looking to help a single mom and have her live with us for awhile to help her get on her feet. Thanks for sharing and giving us hope in the world of fears
Vernor’s ginger ale. My favorite pop in Ohio. Did you have that in Michigan?
"No one is born hating another person because of the color of their skin or their background or their religion ...
People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love ...
For love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite."
you Michael my favorite human your heart a billion dollar bit coin as shiny as the sun 🌞
Your podcast and your writing are 2 of my favorite things. Another is my milk frothier that I use w/oat milk on top of my morning coffee. I take this delicious beverage into a room in my house that faces the east every morning and watch the sunrise while I meditate, lift in prayer those who come to my mind each morning and express gratitude for my blessings.
This ritual has grounded me, given me measures of peace and been my sanity’s lifeline during the Trump regime and continues as we head into our 3rd year of this pandemic.
1.My favorite colors blue, red and yellow. I have deep golden walls in my livingroom.
2. They smell of salt air. You can take the girl out of Gloucester, MA but you can't take Gloucester out of the girl.
3. The warmth of the sun at the beach.
4. Gardening, planting, playing in the dirt.
5. My little house in the woods with no mortgage.
6. Social Security and Medicare. They've saved me when I lost my veterinary technician job of 31 years.
7. My pets that have kept me company during the pandemic.
8. And of course you Michael Moore/Rumble for giving me hope. Keep up the good fight. Thank you for doing this list today.
My dogs don't bite but I'm feeling sad.
(I've had a sad day my Cairn Terrier woke me up at 12:30am collapsed and was gone at 3:30.
My French Bulldog has an appointment this afternoon for labored breathing. Not looking good). 3 dogs and 3 cats 10-15 years old. 😢
Thanks for your list! Add Canada Dry Ginger Ale for an upset stomach! ❤️
No more carpets for me
Newly discovered favorite thing… this forum where I can read comments by sane, thoughtful, freedom loving individuals, and be reassured that there is intelligent life on This Planet.
Lionel trains ….Classic Movies….1957 Chevy Belair ……..50’s music 60’s music and classic records that our parents listened too ………popular hits …….Snow faking on the ground …..a fire place and a glass of wine