and (best of all) people connecting with each other, geographically and generationally, through personally-chosen traditions of what brings us joy and meaning.

I'm hopeful that most of us will continue to cherish and defend multicultural diversity.
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The EPA shot itself in the knee, but the panderer shot himself elsewhere.

Once there was a gov't agency that tried to help protect the environment. But just before Valentine's Day 2026, a coal-grudge puppeteer forced the EPA to legally shoot itself in the knee with a climate-denial bullet. 'Twas a painful Valentine to those who love our planet. Ouch. 💔🌍

The Sámi (also spelled Saami) are the traditionally Sámi-speaking indigenous people inhabiting the region of Sápmi, which today encompasses large northern parts of Norway, Sweden, Finland, and of the Kola Peninsula in Russia.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S%C3%A1...

"On this day, we enjoy biergomállás, the traditional reindeer herders’ soup. "

"By speaking our language, sharing our food, and passing on traditions, Sámi culture continues to live and grow. "

"Giitu to everyone who celebrates with us and supports Sámi culture."

Lihkku sámi álbmotbeivviin! (2/2)

Thanks to Aaron D. Ford for running for governor in my state of Nevada. My husband and I support you.

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S%C3%A1....

(2/2) It's thought that fetuses are more accustomed to rhythm patterns sensed through the amniotic fluid in the womb, such as mom's heartbeat and walking, but that melodic input tends to be muffled or less common.

The humor was especially fun for me, which is why I chose a photo of these two characters.

I've been enjoying this thread and its comments, which inspired me to learn about the Ice Cream Bean. Apparently it tastes like vanilla and is only coincidentally relevant to expressions similar to karma being a female dog.

Fascinating stuff, especially at the end when it talks about positive strategies for reaching across differences.