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Very strange for him. No couchs to fuck there, then why go? Also wonder just how tight security will be?

WARREN, Vt. — Here in the Mad River Valley, where the Trump administration is about as popular as a rainstorm on the slopes at Sugarbush, news that Vice President JD Vance was coming for a ski weekend was greeted with surprise more than derision.

Not that there isn’t plenty of derision. Activists have planned protests in Warren and neighboring Waitsfield. Local social media sites are chockful of bitter recriminations, saying Vance is not welcome here because of the administration’s policies against DEI and the mass firings at various federal agencies, among other reasons.

But for many locals, the idea of Vance coming to the state that not only rejected the Trump/Vance ticket by the widest margin, but to an especially liberal part of the state where the administration is wildly unpopular, doesn’t add up.

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As the title says I need break. With all the news and everthing going on I want to focus more on reading. But before I do that here is all the books I have read and listen to for the year 2024.

PHYSICAL AND EBOOKS 2024

1. Breakfast at Tiffany's by Truman Capote
2. Parasite by Mira Grant
3. Symbiont by Mira Grant
4. Chimera by Mira Grant
5. How Civil Wars Start and How to Stop Them by Barbara P Walter.
6. Animal Farm by George Orwell
7. Just After Sunset by Stephen King
8. The Murder At The Vicarage by Agatha Christie
9. Feed by Mira Grant
10. It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover
11. In The Company of Witches by Auralee Wallace
12. Deadline by Mira Grant
13. Countdown by Mira Grant
14. The Maze Runner by James Dashner
15. The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
16. Blackout by Mira Grant
17. Elevation by Stephen King
18. The Woman In Me by Britney Spears
19. It's Ok To Be Angry About Capitalism by Bernie Sanders
20. Murder On The Orient Express by Agatha Christie
21. The Firm by John Grisham
22. Sitting Pretty The View From My Ordinary Resilient Disabled Body by Rebekah Taussig
23. It Starts With Us by Colleen Hoover
24. The Last Stand Of The California Browncoats by Mira Grant
25. In the Lives of Puppets by TJ Klune
26. My French Whore by Gene Wilder
27. The Climate Book by Greta Thunberg
28. The Scorch Trials by James Dashner
29. The Grownup by Gillian Flynn
30. Nightmares & Dreamscapes by Stephen King
31. The Mysterious Affair At Styles by Agatha Christie
32. Full Dark, No Stars by Stephen King
33. Verity by Colleen Hoover
34. The World Without Us by Alan Weisman
35. The Exchange by John Grisham
36. Double Homicide: Santa Fe, Boston by Jonathan & Faye Kellerman
37. The Pelican Brief by John Grisham
38. No Time Like The Future by Michale J. Fox
39. The Death Cure by James Dashner
40. The Kill Order by James Dashner
41. The Fever Code by James Dashner
42. Dolly Parton Songteller by Dolly Parton with Robert K. Dermann
43. Mean Baby by Selma Blair
44. 1984 by George Orwell
45. The Autobiography of Malcolm X as told by Alex Haley
46. A Funny Thing Happened on The Way to The Future by Michael J. Fox
47. Wildflower by Drew Barrymore
48. The Book of Hope by Jane Goodall and Douglas Abrams
49. Dead Silence by S.A. Barnes
50. Throttle by Joe Hill and Stephen King
51. The Fold by Peter Clines
52. Full Throttle by Joe Hill
53. Black Like Me by John Howard Griffin
54. The Hollow Places by T. KingFisher
55. Something Wicked This Way Come by Ray Bradbury
56. Her Little Flowers by Shannon Morgan
57. The Fireman by Joe Hill
58. The Nightmare Man by J.H. Markert
59. Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury
60. Theodore Boone Kid Lawyer by John Grisham
61. Theodore Boone The Abduction by John Grisham
62. Yes Man by Danny Wallace
63. Theodore Boone The Accused by John Grisham
64. Theodore Boone The Activist by John Grisham
65. The Soul Thief by Charles Baxter
66. Theodore Boone The Fugitive by John Grisham
67. Theodore Boone The Scandal by John Grisham
68. The Assault On Reason by Al Gore
69. Theodore Boone:The Accomplice
70. Gerald's Game by Stephen King
71. Sooley by John Grisham
72. Her Daughter's Eyes by Jessica Barksdale Inclan
73. Mr. Was by Pete Hautman
74. Witch Upon A Star by Angela M. Sanders
75. Christine by Stephen King
76. She's Not Sorry by Mary Kubica
77. How Green This Land, How Blue This Sea by Mira Grant
78. When the Crow's Away by Auralee Wallace
79. Neil Patrick Harris Choose Your Own Autobiography
80. Bait and Witch by Angela M. Sanders
81. Seven-Year Witch by Angela M. Sanders
82. Fifth Avenue 5AM by Sam Wasson
83. Calico Joe by John Grisham
84. Ford County by John Grisham
85. Witch and Famous by Angela M. Sanders
86. Gone With the Witch by Angela M. Sanders
87. The King of Torts by John Grisham
88. The Art of Asking by Amanda Palmer
89. Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll
90. The Ghost Orchid by Jonathan Kellerman
91. How To Win Friends and Influnce People by Dale Carnegie
92. Strange Weather by Joe Hill
93. Heart Shaped Box by Joe Hill
94. You Like It Darker by Stephen King
95. Zoey is too Drunk for this Dystopia by Jason Pargin
96. Mondy Mourning by Kathy Reichs
97. Envy by Gregg Olsen
98. The Green Man Tales from the Mythic Forest Edited by Ellen Datlow & Terri Windling
99. Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom
100. The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton
101. Wizard's First Rule by Terry Goodkind
102. Everything Must Go by Jenny Fran Davis
103. Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann
104. Raptor Red by Robert T. Bakker
105. Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls
106. Deja Dead by Kathy Reichs
107. The Dead House by Linda Fairstein
108. In Pieces by Sally Field
109. The Witch Is Back by Angela M. Sanders
110. Once Upon A Workday by Elizabeth Fitch and Jonathan Kunz

AUDIOBOOKS

1. Lords Of Uncreation by Adrian Tchaikovsky
2. Guns by Stephen King
3. Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
4. Bird Box by Josh Malerman
5. The Cabin at the End of the World by Paul Tremblay
6. The Guardians by John Grisham
7. A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens
8. Thank you For Smoking by Christopher Bukley
9. Run Rose Run by Dolly Parton and James Patterson
10. I'll Be Gone in The Dark by Michelle McNamara
11. A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle
12. The Storyteller by Dave Grohl
13. Asylum by Madeleine Roux
14. The House by Raelyn Drake
15. The Longest Night by Lindsey Pogue
16. Sanctum by Madeleine Roux
17. Catacomb by Madeleine Roux
18. Magic 2.0 book 1: Off To Be the Wizard by Scott Meyer
19. Magic 2.0 book 2: Spell or High Water by Scott Meyer
20. Magic 2.0 book 3: An Unwelcomed Quest by Scott Meyer
21. Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
22. The Hour I First Belived by Wally Lamb
23. She's Come Undone by Wally Lamb

Dear Oklahoma Parents and Guardians,

As we continue working to improve education across our state, I want to take a moment to thank you for your dedication to your child’s success. Parents are the primary influence in their child’s education, shaping not only their academic journey but also their future. Your involvement is essential to ensuring that your child receives a safe, high-quality education rooted in strong values and academic excellence.

At the Oklahoma State Department of Education, we are committed to transparency, parental empowerment, and high standards in education. That’s why we’re focused on providing you with the tools, resources, and policies that put students first and parents back in control. This update includes several key initiatives designed with families in mind.

Here is what’s included in this update:

Our Mission, Vision, and Values — Discover how we are empowering parents, prioritizing academic excellence, and ensuring transparency in education.

OSDE’s Administrative Rules Process — Learn about new rules that strengthen transparency, accountability, and student safety in Oklahoma public schools.

Standards Spotlight: Biblical and Christian Influence — Explore efforts to restore the Bible’s and Christianity’s rightful place in America’s history education.

School Choice Week Recap — See how school choice empowers families and transforms education across Oklahoma.

Awareity Reporting System — Find out how parents and citizens can report concerns or file complaints about school-related incidents.

New OSDE Website — Access updated key education resources on our newly redesigned website.

Your partnership is invaluable in shaping the future of education in Oklahoma. Thank you for staying engaged and actively supporting your child’s education.

For Oklahoma,

Signature Superintendent Ryan Walters

The one about the bible and christen influence is really infuriating. Fucker needs to be sued.

This is this month story.

I speak only Engilsh and get this as a question I head back to the listing to see why the hell this is, and I see this :

Why in the United States working in the state of Oklahoma do I have to learn spanish? The town I live in does not have a spanish community. There no reason for this at all. They wonder why we have huge mega crowds in our towns it stuff like this that makes them angry.

Dear Oklahoma Parents and Guardians,

I am writing to share an important update about rules approved by the Oklahoma State Board of Education yesterday. These rules will now proceed to the legislature for final approval. Each rule is designed to enhance transparency, accountability, safety, and patriotism in our public schools. Here is a summary of the proposed rules:

Enhancing Enrollment Transparency (OAC 210:10-1-5)

Each school district will be required to report the total number of students who cannot provide documented proof of U.S. citizenship or legal immigration status at the time of enrollment. This measure is intended to provide greater transparency and will help us better understand and support the needs of our schools and students.

Protecting Students from Abuse (OAC 210:25-3-4)

School districts will now report employees who resign or are not rehired due to suspicions of abuse or neglect of a student. This step strengthens protections for children and ensures accountability and transparency in reporting misconduct.

Promoting Patriotism (OAC 210:35-3-5)

School districts must establish policies ensuring that the American flag and the Pledge of Allegiance are respected and appropriately displayed on all campuses without unnecessary restrictions.

Strengthening Transportation Safety (OAC 210:30-5-8)

Criteria for bus driver certification revocations and suspensions will be expanded to enhance the safety and accountability of school transportation systems, ensuring that drivers meet clear legal and professional standards.

Improving Educator Knowledge of Foundational Principles (OAC 210:20-13-1)

Teachers will be required to pass a written test based on the U.S. Naturalization Test, promoting an understanding of fundamental American principles among educators.

Increasing Student Transfer Transparency (OAC 210:10-1-18)

This rule ensures consistent reporting on student transfers by school districts and the State Department of Education, providing comprehensive data to help parents, guardians, and policymakers understand transfer trends and decisions.

These rules reflect our commitment to improving transparency, accountability, safety, and patriotism in Oklahoma’s public schools. We believe these measures will help build a stronger and more accountable education system for your children.

As these rules move to the legislature for final consideration, I encourage you to stay informed and engaged. For more details, please visit our website here.

Thank you for your continued commitment to your children’s education.

For Oklahoma,

Signature Superintendent Ryan Walters

This kind of bullshit pisses me off. Look at how a few of those line up with Trump agenda. Not a shock coming same asshat that tried to put Trump bibles in all our schools.

Here one with him with my son who will turn 21 in March. He was always a good uncle to my kids.

This was the last time we saw him in person. He had been living in a nursing home for last three years. With him is my middle son.

Though we couldn't visit often (we live so far away) I spoke on the phone with him almost everyday.

I will miss him, he was best friend a guy could ask for. Won't ever have other like him.

Trump promised to raid Chicago on Tuesday yet I have seen a single news story about this since it was first brought up Sunday. It is now Wednesday. So did they do it or was it just more hot air from Trump and co?

Thinking of making a food channel. I have a lot great recipes, and unique meals that love to share. You can follow me over on Pixelfed. Where I will begin to share some of my unique recipes and other recipes I will be making.

https://pixelfed.social/Fredselfish

He was a great friend, who will be missed. He got Covid back in 2021, and it took a huge toll on his body. The last two years he had been living in a nursing home, and he died last week, only week away from his 50th birthday. I will miss him and all the laughs we shared. We both had these videos made at the mall, when Intel was promoting their new chip. We each got a jump drive with this video on it. Thankfully I uploaded the vids, because though still have my drive, it no longer works. He always enjoy seeing this on YouTube and enjoy telling me how many views it had received. Well, I hope it can double for him.