The Trump Descent
After bluffing and bullshitting and actively weaving chaos and doubt, Trump's act has worn thin. Evidence that the United States is no longer respected and feared is showing up everywhere. Most pointedly, we see it as Iran refuses to give in while our nation's traditional allies turn down Trump's requests for help. Instead, they're forming new alliances and agreements, leaving the US in the cold.
Blame
This was supposed to be done last Friday but my computer ate my bookmarks. SoC prompt.
Miranda Shulman Said
The Little Competition Dream
It seemed as if I was in a quasi-military unit again. A new guy, young, I arrived as a strange ceremony was underway. I took it in at a glance: large wooden but modern yurt. High wooden ceiling. People in uniforms – could be military, marching bands, firefighters – in groups, waiting. Two senior people took me aside. The taller one said, “Your timing is perfect.
http://mwseidel.net/2026/04/14/the-little-competition-dream/
Sometimes, These Things
I was running for exercise. As I did, I became aware of my body's sounds. A novel concept emerge. I curtailed the run and went home. Sitting down, I typed up the first twenty pages, about 2500 words, then went for water and to clean up and change clothes. While I was doing those things, I realized a potential ending and saw more scenes. I added the book to my To Be Written document. Just the way it goes, sometimes, you know?
Tuesday’s Theme Music — Dirty Deeds
Ashland, Oregon -- Tuesday, April 14, 2026. No rain today! Cloudy, blue sky is visible. 62 F is expected to be our high but it's 46 F right now. Spring weather but more rain than we typically receive. Trump's body count continues to rise. As part of his project, Operation Look -- Squirrel!, SOUTHCOM ordered more boaters killed. No court, no evidence, no trial; it's the Trump Method.
http://mwseidel.net/2026/04/14/tuesdays-theme-music-dirty-deeds/
Linda Hogan Said
The Trump Jesus
Yes, gagging a bit and almost losing my breakfast, I'm sharing the Trump Jesus image. Had to be done; so insane, it must be shared so that everyone can see how Dozy Donny Trump sees himself. What's funniest about this is Trump's answer when he was asked if he posted it. Reporter: Did you post that picture of yourself depicted as Jesus Christ?
Monday’s Theme Music – A Sunny Day
Ashland, Oregon, April 13, 2026. We begin the day with rain, which is expected to continue off and on into the evening. It's 50 now with a high of 54 F possible. Sunshine does break through, but clouds quickly rush over to block it. It's another Trump day. We're now into week seven of Trump's Iran War. Trump is blockading the Strait of Hormuz to keep it open and bring Iran to its knees after assuring us, "We won." …
http://mwseidel.net/2026/04/13/mondays-theme-music-a-sunny-day/
