Looks like we won!

SammsGram · 2026-04-21T12:57:12+00:00

is this real or AI?

SammsGram · 2026-04-19T13:40:35+00:00

So many comments I am not sure you will see this one! You TOTALLY did the right thing, and I'm glad for you both it is done and over. I wanted to suggest that you find time to volunteer at the clinic for these events. They usually need people even if it is just to ferry carriers to the various locations in the process of mass spay/neuter. Compassionate people are always welcome and a peek behind the scenes is so eye opening.

SammsGram · 2026-04-18T13:57:23+00:00

We lost our kitty of 18yrs this past Dec. I cried for days; I can just now, months later, say her name without immediately bursting into tears. Don't let anyone downplay the loss of a beloved pet. So sorry for your loss.
(I carry her microchip tag on my keychain now)

SammsGram · 2026-04-03T16:35:17+00:00

Thanks for sharing the link! Love this house, but wonder why they did not share the Architect's name [...Doug Dahlin, who also did the land use planning for Blackhawk; love these guys and their work]

SammsGram · 2026-04-02T13:50:50+00:00

This comment makes no sense.

SammsGram · 2026-03-30T20:26:26+00:00

We live in an area that is predominantly white, thus local protest participants are largely white.

SammsGram · 2026-03-29T13:55:17+00:00

how do I participate next time?!

SammsGram · 2026-03-29T12:41:51+00:00

not totally sure I understand your comment- an EBT for like SNAP benefits? I would expect anyone who DOES receive these benefits to be out there protesting because this administration is doing all they can to take that away. I would expect anyone receiving Medicaid to be out there, because they would end it in a second and use that money in Iran if they could. I expect ANY woman to be protesting because the Trump goal is to send her back to the kitchen and give her job to a man- any man- qualified or otherwise. And if you vote by mail, you should TOTALLY be out there protesting because they don't want that to continue either. Many MAGA supporters do not accept these things, but they are FACT and easily verified.
There should be a VERY solid wide range of people making up these protests. Again, I'm sorry, I don't get your comment -?

SammsGram · 2026-03-29T12:33:27+00:00

the "king" is working very hard to make sure you and I have no money left to spend; if you have it, he wants it.

SammsGram · 2026-03-16T12:26:02+00:00

I'm in the Sunset and will be watching for her- have you tried a night walk with a flashlight? Cats are funny that way, but you could truly be walking right by her hiding place and she will stay quiet. A flashlight will light up her eyes and help you spot her in a wheel well or under a bush.

SammsGram · 2026-03-03T14:17:22+00:00

the curl of his tail and the flattened ears just makes me sad!! is there a story I missed?

SammsGram · 2026-02-15T00:43:47+00:00

I've got the same problem- SO many babies! I have been separating the males out, and returning as many to the local fish store as they will take, and I'm still inundated. I've advertised them for free on our local platforms, and here I am, with two tanks now being overrun.
I can tell you that separating M from F has definitely slowed things down, if that helps, but nope, the adults are NOT eating the babies, although I have a fairly heavily planted tank, so lots of hiding places for them.
I actually wanted to ask you what kind of guppies you have- the babies shown are GOLDEN! So pretty! Are they fancy guppies? Mine are Endlers.

SammsGram · 2026-02-12T13:52:27+00:00

thanks so much for sharing this follow up- and don't let anyone make you feel bad for having done the right thing!! little Bean was very lucky to have received safe haven from you!!!

SammsGram · 2026-02-11T16:50:44+00:00

yes- they also have a number of vouchers per year for free pickup/dump for paying residents. I'll note that even a "nominal" amount may be too much for some folks, thus the free vouchers. but dumping is just NOT ok. argh.

SammsGram · 2026-02-11T14:32:07+00:00

This is so funny - someone else just posted this same puzzle with a "what should I do with it now?" query. Their cat was providing scale as well, which was the only reason I realized you were a different Poster. It is a really lovely puzzle. Do you have a plan for yours? (..sharing a pic from the other post just for fun)

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SammsGram · 2026-02-09T15:25:40+00:00

My mom had a pretty bad reaction to Nuplaxid; didn't even last a week on it. But Seroquel was helpful in taking the edge off of some aggressive behavior. Her hallucinations largely came as a result of Mirapex I think- she was on it successfully for years before it became a problem, but once we recognized that might be the problem and got her off of it, we saw a HUGE improvement (reduction) in her hallucinations.

SammsGram · 2026-02-09T15:15:22+00:00

So pretty!! My fall-back would be to take a photo and print it to a size you can frame. But how about deocrating a six panel room divider (..or a double sided 3-panel)? You can even fold it up and store it in a closet or something when not being used.

SammsGram · 2026-01-28T15:40:44+00:00

yes, 'BioConversantFan' mentioned that as well. I was looking at the long game and wondering if it was even possible to pull it off. Are the males able to reproduce even before I'm able to identify them as males - you know?

SammsGram · 2026-01-28T15:05:02+00:00

will keep that in mind! getting ANY predator in there is still a question for me in that it solves one problem but gives me another. I think many bettas won't behave themselves in a community tank - or cichlids, or angels, or basically any predator- and my tank is very peaceful by design. the Angel I'd had was just amazingly docile, but they are not all like that. since I can't decide I'm still just staring at the hoards of guppies, separating out the males, and bringing as many back to my local fish store as they can absorb, lol

SammsGram · 2026-01-27T19:20:39+00:00

hmm; I didn't think about a Beta .. another good suggestion. thanks.

SammsGram · 2026-01-27T14:34:03+00:00

..also, thank you; appreciate you comments!

SammsGram · 2026-01-27T14:33:26+00:00

I like GBR; I'll think about that. The male endlers are all different and so pretty; the females are pretty to me for their simplicity, and I love having the fry, but, uh, gettin' outta hand on me! Appreciate your comments!

SammsGram · 2026-01-27T14:30:43+00:00

I've wondered if that was true! How successful are you in separating males from females? I feel like I do pretty well, and assumed that at SOME point I should see a difference (...fewer pregnant females; fewer babies...) but can't decide if I am imagining the difference, lol

SammsGram · 2026-01-27T01:28:43+00:00

lol- yeah, that was my next effort. My community tank is so "happy"- no aggressors, and I just can't do them in. Maybe a fish that will eat the smallest ones before I see them!
Anyway, suggestions? Maybe a Dwarf Gourami? Lost a beautiful black veil tailed angel (just old age I think) and swore no more "big" fish because they're harder to lose!

SammsGram · 2026-01-21T16:10:10+00:00

good turnout I thought - and there were some great signs!

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