The Ruby-Throated hummingbirds are the only ones that come and stay for a while in the NE. Usually can spot one May 1st-15th. This year, I'm determined to plant bee balm in rich colors in one spot, just for them. AND I am determined to keep a little feeder out back for 'em. Alas, I got no money for a water mister to attach to the birdbath.
One of the things I miss about not being able to go stay in the country is a bird feeder and hummingbird feeder; those little guys would stage some impressive air battles.
I have a couple of seed bird feeders in addition to water features and hummingbird feeders. The finches like to hang out on the hang hood of the humming bird feeder. The hummingbirds show up and chase the finches away - as you know finches are about 3X the size of the hummingbird.
For us, spring arrives when our hummingbirds return, which is usually around May 15. I'm one of those who observe astronomical seasons rather than going by the weather. But in this case, when I see those little ones buzzing around the flowers and feeders, it finally 𝑓𝑒𝑒𝑙𝑠 like spring.
hummer nests are sooooo teeny! I found one when pruning back the lilac forest when we first moved in. As it was mid summer the babes had all gone, but the nest was wicked cool and so small I did not notice it until I had snipped that branch. Still got it around here somewhere, or maybe at work. Anyway, it's about the size of one of my china espresso cups. Teeny!
"Bad, and very boring singer, Bruce Springsteen, who looks like a dried up prune who has suffered greatly from the work of a really bad plastic surgeon, has long had a horrible and incurable case of Trump Derangement Syndrome, sometimes referred to as TDS. The guy is a total loser who spews hate against a President who won a Landslide Election, including the popular vote, all Seven Swing States, and 86% of the Counties across America. Under Sleepy Joe and the Dems, our Country was DEAD, and now we have the “hottest” Country, by far, anywhere in the World. MAGA SHOULD BOYCOTT HIS OVERPRICED CONCERTS, WHICH SUCK. SAVE YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY. AMERICA IS BACK!!! President DJT"
"Paula White-Cain, a senior adviser in White House Faith Office:
“Jesus taught so many lessons through his death, burial, and resurrection. He showed us great leadership, great transformation requires great sacrifice,” she said, with Trump himself looking on. “And, Mr. President, no one has paid the price like you have paid the price. It almost cost you your life.” “You were betrayed and arrested and falsely accused. It’s a familiar pattern that our Lord and Savior showed us,” she said. “But it didn’t end there for him, and it didn’t end there for you.”
“God always had a plan. On the third day, he rose, he defeated evil, he conquered death, hell, and the grave. And because he rose, we all know that we can rise. And, sir, because of his resurrection, you rose up. Because he was victorious, you were victorious.”
“I remember when we told our first briefing, ‘You can now pray again and worship again,‘” she said. “They began to shout and praise and say ‘Thank you, Lord.’” She also claimed that because of Jesus’ “victory,” Trump will also be “victorious in all you put your hands to.”"
I am almost certain that those 30-50,000 troops sitting around the Middle East are going to be deployed. Of course this is a guess, but I'm sure that "weeks" and "soon" have nothing to do with when this is over. My schadenfreude at trump's dismal ratings is ruined by the thoughts of US troops coming home in body bags, Iranians being both bombed and killed by the Mullahs. Really horrible situation.
They are not sitting around. They are manning bases. That takes about 50k. There's only about 10k extra troops in the area and thats not enough to do anything, especially since all those bases are under attack. No, so far I've seen no indication that Trump is sending enough troops to do anything but defend what we have.
This is a pretty good summary of TFG's two speeches yesterday. One at an Easter lunch for "faith leader" types, and then the disaster last night on TV.
“Privately, some conservative leaders even floated the idea of supporting Secretary of State Marco Rubio in 2028 instead of Vice President JD Vance as a way to move the GOP away from Trump’s wounded MAGA movement.”
When you wonder why Rubio is doing so much to debase himself while also making it clear to the cameras he is miserable (while the others smile and play along), this is why. He probably sees it between him and Haley and the conservative billionaires are unlikely to want a woman in charge.
Your hed gif info for today: https://martiniambassador.substack.com/p/nest-building
And meme chat: https://open.substack.com/chat/posts/b952983e-a62a-4eb8-8d34-066c3c300a09?utm_source=share
It's on my calendar to put up my hummingbird feeders today. Can't wait for the annual antics.
Ruby throated hummingbirds nest here in NW GA. Others just pass through. I always look forward to their return.
The Ruby-Throated hummingbirds are the only ones that come and stay for a while in the NE. Usually can spot one May 1st-15th. This year, I'm determined to plant bee balm in rich colors in one spot, just for them. AND I am determined to keep a little feeder out back for 'em. Alas, I got no money for a water mister to attach to the birdbath.
The Hummingbird
really hums
and she can fly backwards
so that’s a lot of fun
Is teeny tiny nectar feeder!
One of the things I miss about not being able to go stay in the country is a bird feeder and hummingbird feeder; those little guys would stage some impressive air battles.
I have a couple of seed bird feeders in addition to water features and hummingbird feeders. The finches like to hang out on the hang hood of the humming bird feeder. The hummingbirds show up and chase the finches away - as you know finches are about 3X the size of the hummingbird.
I put out the hummingbird feeder a little early. We're getting rain, ice, sleet and snow today. I hope none of the birds came up here yet.
That's one hum-dinghy of a nest.
For us, spring arrives when our hummingbirds return, which is usually around May 15. I'm one of those who observe astronomical seasons rather than going by the weather. But in this case, when I see those little ones buzzing around the flowers and feeders, it finally 𝑓𝑒𝑒𝑙𝑠 like spring.
Little bird in even littler nest!
hummer nests are sooooo teeny! I found one when pruning back the lilac forest when we first moved in. As it was mid summer the babes had all gone, but the nest was wicked cool and so small I did not notice it until I had snipped that branch. Still got it around here somewhere, or maybe at work. Anyway, it's about the size of one of my china espresso cups. Teeny!
I’ve always wanted to find one. They’re like fairy nests!
I found one once. It was made from the hair I threw out a widow after cleaning my hairbrush.
"Just a few more touches, and this nest will be perfection!"
"Does this nest make my beak look big?"
Know exactly what the little fella is going through. If you’ve ever slept on a hide-away or a mattress with a broken spring…
Anyone in the Northeast want to come party at my Brewery is beautiful Western Mass? The Brewery at Four Star Farms!
A.M. toot:
"Bad, and very boring singer, Bruce Springsteen, who looks like a dried up prune who has suffered greatly from the work of a really bad plastic surgeon, has long had a horrible and incurable case of Trump Derangement Syndrome, sometimes referred to as TDS. The guy is a total loser who spews hate against a President who won a Landslide Election, including the popular vote, all Seven Swing States, and 86% of the Counties across America. Under Sleepy Joe and the Dems, our Country was DEAD, and now we have the “hottest” Country, by far, anywhere in the World. MAGA SHOULD BOYCOTT HIS OVERPRICED CONCERTS, WHICH SUCK. SAVE YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY. AMERICA IS BACK!!! President DJT"
"Paula White-Cain, a senior adviser in White House Faith Office:
“Jesus taught so many lessons through his death, burial, and resurrection. He showed us great leadership, great transformation requires great sacrifice,” she said, with Trump himself looking on. “And, Mr. President, no one has paid the price like you have paid the price. It almost cost you your life.” “You were betrayed and arrested and falsely accused. It’s a familiar pattern that our Lord and Savior showed us,” she said. “But it didn’t end there for him, and it didn’t end there for you.”
“God always had a plan. On the third day, he rose, he defeated evil, he conquered death, hell, and the grave. And because he rose, we all know that we can rise. And, sir, because of his resurrection, you rose up. Because he was victorious, you were victorious.”
“I remember when we told our first briefing, ‘You can now pray again and worship again,‘” she said. “They began to shout and praise and say ‘Thank you, Lord.’” She also claimed that because of Jesus’ “victory,” Trump will also be “victorious in all you put your hands to.”"
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/paula-white-cain-trump-jesus_n_69cdd9efe4b0a891ea438064?origin=home-latest-news-unit
November 30th? You are planning ahead.
I just thought the juxtaposition of these two headlines at my Google News feed's "Local News" sidebar was funny:
"𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐭 ‘𝐃𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐁𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐁𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐬’ 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬"
and,
"𝐆𝐨𝐯. 𝐃𝐞𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬"
My favorite April Fools headline : Via Top Gear
"Diesel prices skyrocket as charity shops report mass panic buying of DVDs
Misunderstanding sparks unprecedented demand for Fast & Furious movies"
Cory Spondent
Published: 01 Apr 2026
I am almost certain that those 30-50,000 troops sitting around the Middle East are going to be deployed. Of course this is a guess, but I'm sure that "weeks" and "soon" have nothing to do with when this is over. My schadenfreude at trump's dismal ratings is ruined by the thoughts of US troops coming home in body bags, Iranians being both bombed and killed by the Mullahs. Really horrible situation.
They are not sitting around. They are manning bases. That takes about 50k. There's only about 10k extra troops in the area and thats not enough to do anything, especially since all those bases are under attack. No, so far I've seen no indication that Trump is sending enough troops to do anything but defend what we have.
Did the markets finally realize that Trump can't taco his way out of this?
This is a pretty good summary of TFG's two speeches yesterday. One at an Easter lunch for "faith leader" types, and then the disaster last night on TV.
https://heatherdelaneyreese.substack.com/p/trump-fights-for-bad-people
Lists of Jews never turns out well for the Jews.
And by extension, for any society that includes Jews.
Our hummingbirds like it when I play reggea on the guitar.
From the Dame mag article
“Privately, some conservative leaders even floated the idea of supporting Secretary of State Marco Rubio in 2028 instead of Vice President JD Vance as a way to move the GOP away from Trump’s wounded MAGA movement.”
When you wonder why Rubio is doing so much to debase himself while also making it clear to the cameras he is miserable (while the others smile and play along), this is why. He probably sees it between him and Haley and the conservative billionaires are unlikely to want a woman in charge.
Having both parents leave this world babbling and confused, I will take that Alzheimer's swab ASAP.
I'm counting on the terrible cardiac family history my mom and dad gave me
What type of wife is Melania?
stepford
"LAW & ORDER: ART CRIMES! DUN DUN!"
Do Jeff Koons first! I know donnie is all bad taste and interior decorating malfeasance, I know, I know, I know.
But Jeff Koons is total art crime itself.
Oh please won't anyone think of the art and stop this monster from committing more tortious and vile deeds against the art?
Please, please, please stop Jeff Koons before he kills again!