Not just Gaza, or the opinion poll from Greenland yesterday, but now, the brand new AG is already talking — on camera and in public –about the Lolita Express and just who was going to Epstein Island…
We saw all of this coming, didn’t we?? For 4 years or more. But it is staggering, just how fast it is now happening.
“BREAKING: The CIA has offered buyouts to its entire workforce, tells employees that they can quit their jobs and receive about eight months of pay and benefits.”
Wow. Talk about getting the hell out….
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Okay.
Sorry, but I gotta scoot. But, guess what???? The TV Pilot script is technically DONE!!! Now we just have to tweak it a bit.
Okay, so have a great Wednesday, wherever you are in the world.
Thanks for visiting.
I love you guys. See ya!
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My breakfast-listening music!!
Edith Piaf’s classic, “Non, je ne regrette rien” (I regret nothing). Enjoy, gang!!
The good news is that my client is still alive and will be coming out of the hospital later this week — which also means that I have had 3 days OFF in a row. But then she will likely go into rehab for a week or so — which means I will likely have 3 more days off in a row, next week.
These 3 days have just flown by because Peitor and I are so busy on the TV project. And today will be no different — i.e., I woke up to discover SIX new files from him in my email.
This is in addition to the stuff we went over yesterday, which I still haven’t added to the script.
This sort of gives you an idea why it is so exhausting for me to work my caregiver shifts and also try to make headway in any given writing project… but these last 3 days have been such a gift. Even though I’m sorry she had to go into the hospital in order for my gift to arrive.
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The news out there has been incredible, hasn’t it, gang? Just coming fast & furious, every single day.
If you follow Q, then you know that all of this has been expected, but it is still incredible to see it play out in real-time with such speed, after waiting for over 4 years.
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Oh! Those tickets for Nick Cave’s Solo Tour of Europe went on sale Friday, and half of the shows in the entire tour are already SOLD OUT. So if you live in Europe, hurry up and get a ticket because it is an INCREDIBLE show. You do not want to miss it. Buy tickets HERE.
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Also — there is a chance that the museum exhibit about Jerusalem in Jesus’ times, which features the James ossuary, might be going to Indianapolis!
This is only 3 1/2 hours from me!!!!! I might actually get to see the James ossuary with my own eyes before I die, gang. I am so hoping this turns out to be true and that it goes to Indianapolis.
“An ancient ossuary inscribed with the words ‘James, son of Joseph, brother of Jesus’ is now on display at Pullman Yards in Atlanta…”
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Another really wonderful thing happened — and this might seem trivial to you, but it means the world to me.
My Q-following friend texted me yesterday and asked if I wanted to go out for lunch on Saturday, after my shift. YES!! I do!!!
I am always the one trying to pin people down about going out for lunch or dinner, or to a show, etc. I am always the one. Sometimes I feel like just giving up because what few friends I have around here are always really busy and I start to feel like I’m annoying them.
So for someone to ask me — wow! It meant the world to me, gang.
This time, we are NOT going to Tequilaville, but going across the street from there, to the Peony Bistro — Asian food (Chinese and Japanese). It should be really fun!!
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On Sunday, late in the afternoon, I finally wrote the first line of my new memoir, Joy — The Shortest Season, about my decidedly turbulent life in 1971-1980 and how my fathers and father-figures literally saved me.
I am not happy with the sentence and it needs revising, but, well, at least the first sentence is finally there!!! This means that the rest of the manuscript will eventually follow. So that’s exciting.
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Okay. I gotta get to work around here.
Have a terrific Tuesday, wherever you are in the world!
Thanks for visiting.
I love you guys. See ya!
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Breakfast-listening music!!
From Tom Petty’s phenomenally successful first solo album, Full Moon Fever, 1989 — “A Face in the Crowd.” Enjoy, gang!!!
One of my clients that I just adore was admitted into the hospital yesterday and I’m usually with her on Sunday afternoons.
I was really at a loss as to how to pray for her this morning, gang. Without betraying her confidences in me, I’ll just say that for the last couple of weeks, she has been expressing to me in private that, for the most part, she did not want to continue living.
She suffers from something that there is no cure for, and it only continues to get worse. What quality of life she has left is based strictly on the fact that her husband keeps her at home and is her full-time caregiver.
Even though they have a great (and long) marriage — and so many wonderful memories fill their home — that full-time caregiver thing is still extremely stressful on any marriage. And so she also feels guilty about that, too — what her husband has to go through, 24/7.
That said — I could not bring myself to simply pray for her to “be back home as soon as possible”. Or ask God to restore her — health? She barely has it, you know? It was a tricky morning of prayer for me.
I want to see her again! I love spending time with her and her husband. I really, really enjoy being with them, regardless of the tasks involved while I’m there in their home. I don’t want her to die.
Yet, I know for certain, she is, at best, ‘conflicted’ about wanting to remain here.
The bottom line, for now, is that I have an additional day off today. And I guess we all know that I will spend it working on the TV project.
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I did see this on Instagram this morning and it cheered me — and I researched it a little bit, because I thought it was so cool.
When Wayne & I took our honeymoon back in 1993, we rented a car and drove out West to Nevada and back. And when we weren’t staying with various family members along the way (Wayne was originally from the South), our goal was to stay at motels that had really cool, retro neon signs.
For our honeymoon, $25 a night was on the expensive side!! We had such a blast. Back then, at least, there were still so many old motels operating across the country.
Here are 2 random examples from my honeymoon scrapbook — both motels were on Rt. 66, in Tucumcari, New Mexico. We stayed one night in each motel.
So, when I saw this on Instagram this morning, I immediately texted it to Wayne and he texted back, saying: “Somehow, I’ll sleep better knowing this. Thanks.”
Built in 1937, the lunch counter and gas station are gone, but motorists can still sleep in a wigwam in Cave City, Kentucky!
I researched a possible road trip, but it’s over 5 hours a way from here, and looks like it’s more of a place for families. I would be really out of place there all by myself. And, you know, driving alone for over 5 hours is not my idea of a fun “road trip”.
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That aside, I’m trying to stay in a good head space today. I should feel excited because I have two days off this week — possibly three. Oh well.
On we go.
I hope you have a great Sunday, wherever you are in the world, gang.
Thanks for visiting.
I love you guys. See ya!
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In keeping with the above theme —
Here’s a song I’d forgotten about until last night!! Wayne & I certainly played this CD a lot while on our honeymoon road trip!
The fantastic Marty Stuart. From his hugely popular Country album, “Hillbilly Rock,” 1989 — the title song!! Enjoy, gang!!
Hillbilly Rock
It comes from Mississippi, and down in Alabam’ Creepin’ like a fever all across the land From deep in the Delta on the Louisiana shore The people got to have it, they wanna hear some more
It’s the hillbilly rock, beat it with a drum Playin’ them guitars like shootin’ from a gun Keepin’ up the rhythm, steady as a clock Doin’ a little thing called the hillbilly rock
Some say it came from Memphis down in Tennessee Or it drifted in from Georgia about 1953 Just as long as it’s greasy, as long as it’s fast As long as it’s pumpin’ honey, it’s gonna last
It’s the hillbilly rock, beat it with a drum Playin’ them guitars like shootin’ from a gun Keepin’ up the rhythm, steady as a clock Doin’ a little thing called the hillbilly rock
Way back in old Kentucky where the bluegrass grows Through the Carolinas on them dirt red roads Burnin’ like a fire runnin’ wild in the woods From Arkansas to Texas, it sounds so good
It’s the hillbilly rock, beat it with a drum Playin’ them guitars like shootin’ from a gun Keepin’ up the rhythm, steady as a clock Doin’ a little thing called the hillbilly rock
So when the heat starts to risin’ and you gotta blow some steam Take a ride down the river, you’ll see just what I mean The juke joint’s jumpin’, when that cat goes on The whole place is shakin’, there’s a something goin’ on
It’s the hillbilly rock, beat it with a drum Playin’ them guitars like shootin’ from a gun Keepin’ up the rhythm, steady as a clock Doin’ a little thing called the hillbilly rock Doin’ a little thing called the hillbilly rock Doin’ a little thing called the hillbilly rock
It’s official — at least for now — all the ice and snow are gone! They’ve finally been washed away by the rain.
And, as an added bonus, it looks like the rain will have stopped by the time I have to leave for my evening shift tonight, which requires an hour (total) of driving. So that’s really great.
I feel like my life is getting better every moment.
Although I was really saddened to hear yesterday afternoon, about the death of Marianne Faithfull.
I know she wasn’t in good health for a long time, but still, I wasn’t expecting the news.
Marianne, about 7 years ago.
Marianne, as a 60s icon
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Don’t forget that today is the day that tickets for Nick Cave’s Solo European Tour go on sale! Buy tickets here.
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Obviously, there is a lot in the news that I’m keeping up with. And I did listen to Phil last night, but it was kind of a strange one. He mostly talked about all the comments he had already posted to his telegram account earlier in the day — about Kash Patel’s congressional hearing.
And then, of course, there were comment s about the helicopter crash. Regardless of who you listen to, it’s pretty clear that something is not right about that helicopter.
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And that is really it for today. I need to focus on the TV pilot before heading out this evening. But, overall, life is really easing up around here, and getting so much better. Every day.
Oh, also — the Chinese Lunar New Year began on Wednesday, and in case you’re interested:
“In the Chinese zodiac, each year is associated with one of the 12 animals, and 2025 is dedicated to the Snake. Known for its intelligence, mystery, and ability to transform, the Snake’s qualities are enhanced by the Wood element. This year symbolizes growth, renewal, and adaptability, encouraging people to reflect on their paths, embrace change, and seek personal growth.”
Enjoy your Friday, gang, wherever you are in the world.
Thanks for visiting.
I love you guys. See ya!
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My morning-listening music today was Marianne’s album from 2018, Negative Capability. When that album first came out, I played it all the time, especially while out driving. I loved that album.
As I was listening to it again this morning, all of those memories came flooding back in. What a great album. And what a great year in my life 2018 was.
But here is one song from the album that means even more to me all these many years later– “In My Own Particular Way”, 2018, by Marianne Faithfull. Enjoy, gang.
Even though it’s still cold in the early mornings, and even though it’s still January, it’s been getting up into the mid-40s Fahrenheit during the day, and it feels like Spring.
And what a great feeling to remember — Spring.
Also, I have been making great progress with getting my life back.
Three days now without needing herbal supplements for managing stress and anxiety. And I feel like my brain is clearer.
And I’m back to doing prayers and yoga first thing in the morning, instead of trying to fit it in “wherever”. (After I check in with all the Alt news channels, that is, and after about 15 mins of meditation. And then about 10 minutes of French lessons on the Mondly App.)
Minus the Alt news channels — this is the life I used to have, five years ago. It kept the day, and my mind, wide open for working on projects at the laptop. So this feels really great.
And I recently downloaded the free “Daily Prayer” App, from ReThinkMe. I especially love reading the Prayer Wall first thing in the morning and last thing at night — where people from around the world, post their prayers in real-time.
Talk about feeling connected to humanity in a nano-second. It is incredible, gang.
Oh, and so far: I’m really LOVING the Zippix toothpicks. It’s only been 3 days, though, so I’ll keep you posted.
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Well, I’m really glad I had to be with a client during the entire RFK, Jr. insanity yesterday. I kept on top of it on my phone, when I could. And it seemed just like a horrific spectacle. One of the truthers I follow on telegram posted that watching it (in real time) was like dragging his balls through broken glass…
I’m guessing I would have concurred had I been watching it. Even though, you know, I am virtually testicle-free.
Today, we have Kash Patel up at bat!!! I’m guessing it will be another nightmare to watch, so I’m glad I have another client.
But, I tell you, gang, I cannot wait to see him get confirmed. Between RFK Jr. and Kash Patel, life in these United States is going to become incredible.
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James Tabor – Understanding the Forbidden Fruit: Why There is NO FALL of Humankind in Genesis (18 mins):
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Nick Cave sent out a Red Hand File yesterday that was a little heartbreaking, but really beautiful. Essentially, it dealt with how to handle death and grief. In part, he said:
“We are broken things, amongst other broken things. We are imperfect and characterised by our capacity to fuck things up, yet still we can move incrementally towards the greater good. This serves as grounds for both self-forgiveness and hope, and reflects our inherent human loveliness….”
Yesterday was my day off, and 100% of it went to working with Peitor on the TV pilot.
I did manage to stay up to date on all the news, though. It is insane, right? All the Q-stuff coming TRUE on a daily basis now, right before our very eyes.
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Phil is supposed to be live at 7PM Eastern tonight, but I guess we shouldn’t hold our breath. Check here later to confirm.
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I am finally getting adjusted to my new work schedule — by that, I mean, that every time they text me and ask me if I can pick up a shift, or pick up a new weekly client indefinitely, I text back and politely say ‘no.’
It is the only way I will ever get back to any of my half-finished writing projects, spanning the last 5 years.
I am starting to feel like the person I used to be. It’s an interesting feeling. I’m not 100% there, yet. But I’m on my way.
Yesterday, I stopped taking ashwagandha. I had been taking it twice a day, since late July, when I was in PTSD 24/7 and couldn’t get down from it.
I also cut back on L-Theanine yesterday, and today, I might stop that altogether, as well. I’ve been taking it every day, for the past 2 years.
All of this is in an effort to “get back to myself.” And find out if I can handle stress now, just on my own. I’m feeling pretty confident. We shall see.
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Nick Cave announced another Solo Tour — this one in Europe, this spring/summer. Again, with Colin Greenwood on bass. Tickets go on sale Friday, January 31st.
If you haven’t seen this show yet, you don’t want to miss it!!
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Also, just FYI — due to distribution problems regarding my eBooks on Amazon versus everywhere else, I had to put prices back on to all my eBooks.
So nothing is free to download anymore. But, I’m guessing that, if Smashwords sticks around, they will still offer the “free to download” sales 2 or 3 times a year.
Again, I want to thank everyone who is buying the eBook editions of The Guitar Hero Goes Home, and Twilight of the Immortal. I really, really appreciate it.
And while we’re at it — thank you to everyone who is also buying both the print and eBook editions of Neptune & Surf. (!!!!) That book is only 26 years old, already. And both editions are still making it into the sales rank listings. Wow.
The eBook edition (published by Hachette in London), is ranked #16,122 in interracial erotica. Honestly, this just astounds me. A book that is 26 years old.
It took me 4 years to write Neptune & Surf — back in the mid-1990s. I got up every morning at 6AM, and went into our spare bedroom with my cup of coffee and sat at my desk overlooking West End Avenue in NYC, writing/revising for several hours each day. (And drinking & smoking for several hours each night.) For 4 years.
Everyone, absolutely everyone I knew, said I was crazy to spend so much time doing that, because they wanted me to just keep being a songwriter, indefinitely.
I used to ask God if I was indeed crazy to keep at it, and He very distinctly told me that “the book would find its readers.” So I stuck with it….and He turned out to be correct. Go figure…
From the many kind reviews of the original print edition:
“I adored this book. Marilyn Jaye Lewis is a first rate erotic writer. I read it more than once, bought copies to give to friends. Her characters are so human, their stories so well developed, and the eroticism is…well, truly erotic. Everyone who appreciates erotic literature should read this book and everything else Lewis writes. She’s the best of the best.“
Thank you.
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All right!!
I gotta scoot. A lot of work to do before my afternoon shift.
I hope you have a terrific Tuesday, wherever you are in the world!!
Thanks for visiting.
I love you guys. See ya!
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Yes, odd as it may seem, my listening-music from yesterday!!!!
Too fabulous. Play it loud and remember those fantastic olden times in NYC. Enjoy, gang.
You may recall that several weeks ago, my nieghbors surprised me by leaving two assembled cat houses, complete with straw inside, on my kitchen porch.
The stray cats — along with KonTiki of the Great Outdoors, a Maine Coon cat who adopted me 4 years ago and who refuses to stay inside — have made constant use of the little houses. Which has been such a relief to me because of the brutally cold weather we’ve had at night, along with snow.
Well, yesterday afternoon, when I got home from my shift, a different neighbor had dropped off two more cat houses, complete with straw, on my kitchen porch.
This type of kindness is just incredible, gang. Not just because it helps me out financially (I can’t afford to buy all these cat houses, let alone find time to assemble them and also buy a bale of straw), but also the fact that my neighbors care so much about animals, too.
It means so much to me, since I usually feel like a complete lunatic with all these cats on my kitchen porch. And I always wonder what the heck my neighbors are thinking…
Anyway. How beautiful.
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Phil is supposed to do a livestream tonight, beginning at 8PM Eastern time.
I hope he doesn’t have to cancel again, because it has been ages since we got an update — especially since he is supposed to be talking about NESARA.
Check here to confirm and to see the listing for his upcoming livestreams this week.
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The other day, when I was listening to Dan Bongino, one of his sponsors was Zippix Toothpicks. The toothpicks are infused with either B12 + caffeine, or with nicotine.
With all the amazing research coming out on the benefits of nicotine on the brain (pure nicotine, not cigarettes), I thought it would be interesting to try the toothpicks and see what kind of results I might get!
“Current research is revealing the distinct health benefits of the nutrient nicotine (as found in food and also in nicotine patches). And now we know that nicotine is an incredibly safe compound, and it was NEVER addictive. Don’t believe me? The FDA still allows the tobacco industry to add 599 different man-made chemicals to the nicotine in tobacco products, causing the known damage from cigarettes and other tobacco products. It is not the nicotine that causes harm.” [article here]
“Cognitive enhancement: Nicotine has been well-documented for its ability to enhance cognitive function and overall performance. Research published in 2001 highlighted the fact that transdermal nicotine administration in the form of “patches” treated certain cognitive impairments associated with Alzheimer’s disease, schizophrenia, as well as attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Studies conducted on animal models have shown that nicotine significantly boosts working memory with chronic exposure.” [article here]
I am very interested to see what brain benefits nicotine toothpicks might yield for me. I will keep you posted!!
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Meanwhile–
We are getting SO CLOSE to completing the TV pilot script. We are really, really getting there. It’s kind of amazing. It should be finished in a couple of days.
It took us one full year to write the script for a 10-minute art film (“Lita måste gå” — aka: “Lita’s Got to Go!”). Literally, an 18-page script and it took us one year. And now we’ve blasted through a 60-page pilot script in a handful of weeks. Even though we began writing the script in early 2024, we’ve re-written almost all of that, except for the opening scenes.
So this is kind of amazing. Exhausting, but amazing. It’s almost done.
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That’s it for now, gang. I gotta get back at it before my afternoon shift.
Have a great Sunday, wherever you are in the world!
Thanks for visiting.
I love you guys. See ya!
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Yes! I really do listen to this stuff!!
Just try it yourself and see how incredible it is: driving alone, out in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by towering trees, endless sky and the foothills of Appalachia on all sides! With or without the snow…
Yesterday’s driving-home music! I’m guessing it needs no introduction. Enjoy, gang!
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