Ms. McCain your father never resorted to threats against his political foes. It’s quite disgraceful & disheartening to see his child stray so far from his values. You should be ashamed, as his daughter & as a parent. Do better!
Happy Birthday Meghan, I subscribed as a birthday present to myself, even though I really don't want to be on this platform. Being among writers like your husband & his ilk on a writer's platform comes with a major ick factor for me but at some point I have to stop living the life of a lesbian separatist so I'll learn about substack here. I really hope this doesn't just become a proxy outlet for Mr. D but it's your blog and you can do whatever you want. One of the reasons I was a separatist for so long is women often bring their partner into the room even when he is not physically present but the inverse is not the norm in men's spaces. Most women couldn't possibly compare it because they never experience existence free from men's up-close & personal influence. As a recovery and harm reduction specialist, banning men was integral in helping drug addicted women learn how to establish, and then thrive in healthier relationships with men. Since I couldn't legally ban men, I went indie & underground instead of choosing affiliation with corporate-care or academia. Ironically, I believe Ben would respect the boundaries I once imposed in mixed space, I just don't know if you would. He seems like he would do fine in an irl recovery meeting, you seem like an Al Anon gossip who just wants to hear the drama. I threw those women out first. But I could be totally wrong. idk you, maybe you would be based in recovery space? Being wrong can be fortunate fun. Neither you nor your husband expected you to be a good Mom but you were both wrong. And that's awesome for your girls. It does beg the question tho, when a deeply conservative man marries & mates with a woman he expects to fail at motherhood, what parenting plan did he have for his children going in? It's none of my business, or anyone else's, but it is the natural first question I would have for any father in a recovery setting. <3
Where'd you get that definition? Every time you read or hear the word "smug" you think that's what it means? The entire reason "smug" is an ignoble word is the satisfaction that arises out of smugness is warranted. It's very rationality IS the offense. So allow me help you...you wanted to call me "crazy" AND smug. Don't call people you want to label "crazy", —smug. That's not what the word means. Call them irrational. But just so you know, I'm gaslight proof. I'm sure you're more accustomed to women who are not. I invite your criticism, intellectual or otherwise. It's how writers become better writers.
No worries, I don't use social media for likes. I haven't re-read what I wrote but I doubt it's smug. It's annoying being a writer because I know what words mean and a lot of people don't, so idk what folks are complaining about when they're curt. If you want to elaborate on your criticism, feel free. "Smug" is pride based word and I doubt I was feeling especially prideful when I wrote it so you have ample opportunity to narrow down dislike.
Feliz Cumpleanos Meghan -- a novelty here....to hear another perspective along with continuum of agreeing or disagreeing. Yet, in cultural pockets of absent nuance and binary notes....as with Senator McCain, I can appreciate a space of learning on the fly or changing perspective or addressing when one has evolved or misunderstood something if not then evolving in perspective. I miss your father's presence and I LOVE Arizona NOT only because I graduated from Tempe BUT for many reasons even when it wasn't or remains not so functional in collaboration during my visits as avoidable challenges came to enabled. Peace be with you. Again, happy birthday!!
You are still a bully disgusting fascist! Truly repulsive! MAGA fascist & so incredibly SMUG. Your father would be turning in his grave seeing what is happening especially in Ukraine! Go and ff yourself Ms Piggy POS
Nice to be here. Meghan, have nothing but positive thoughts on your father. My Dad fought the Nazis in WW2 in France, my husband in Vietnam. I am a dyed in the wool card-carrying Democrat but I want to share my thoughts with everyone, whatever their political persuasion. We are still Americans, let us never forget that or our country!
Happy 40th Meghan. I absolutely love your podcast! I am a democrat but I value and respect your opinion. Looking forward to you getting me through the next 2 weeks and beyond! ❤️
Ms. McCain your father never resorted to threats against his political foes. It’s quite disgraceful & disheartening to see his child stray so far from his values. You should be ashamed, as his daughter & as a parent. Do better!
What the fuck are you talking about? Threats? Please.
Look forward to your perspective. 🤗
Happy Birthday Meghan, I subscribed as a birthday present to myself, even though I really don't want to be on this platform. Being among writers like your husband & his ilk on a writer's platform comes with a major ick factor for me but at some point I have to stop living the life of a lesbian separatist so I'll learn about substack here. I really hope this doesn't just become a proxy outlet for Mr. D but it's your blog and you can do whatever you want. One of the reasons I was a separatist for so long is women often bring their partner into the room even when he is not physically present but the inverse is not the norm in men's spaces. Most women couldn't possibly compare it because they never experience existence free from men's up-close & personal influence. As a recovery and harm reduction specialist, banning men was integral in helping drug addicted women learn how to establish, and then thrive in healthier relationships with men. Since I couldn't legally ban men, I went indie & underground instead of choosing affiliation with corporate-care or academia. Ironically, I believe Ben would respect the boundaries I once imposed in mixed space, I just don't know if you would. He seems like he would do fine in an irl recovery meeting, you seem like an Al Anon gossip who just wants to hear the drama. I threw those women out first. But I could be totally wrong. idk you, maybe you would be based in recovery space? Being wrong can be fortunate fun. Neither you nor your husband expected you to be a good Mom but you were both wrong. And that's awesome for your girls. It does beg the question tho, when a deeply conservative man marries & mates with a woman he expects to fail at motherhood, what parenting plan did he have for his children going in? It's none of my business, or anyone else's, but it is the natural first question I would have for any father in a recovery setting. <3
Smug - “irritatingly pleased with oneself” - yep, I’m sticking with it - it’s a good word
Where'd you get that definition? Every time you read or hear the word "smug" you think that's what it means? The entire reason "smug" is an ignoble word is the satisfaction that arises out of smugness is warranted. It's very rationality IS the offense. So allow me help you...you wanted to call me "crazy" AND smug. Don't call people you want to label "crazy", —smug. That's not what the word means. Call them irrational. But just so you know, I'm gaslight proof. I'm sure you're more accustomed to women who are not. I invite your criticism, intellectual or otherwise. It's how writers become better writers.
Sorry - my finger slipped - I did not mean to like - I actually dislike the comment very much - so smug blah
No worries, I don't use social media for likes. I haven't re-read what I wrote but I doubt it's smug. It's annoying being a writer because I know what words mean and a lot of people don't, so idk what folks are complaining about when they're curt. If you want to elaborate on your criticism, feel free. "Smug" is pride based word and I doubt I was feeling especially prideful when I wrote it so you have ample opportunity to narrow down dislike.
Feliz Cumpleanos Meghan -- a novelty here....to hear another perspective along with continuum of agreeing or disagreeing. Yet, in cultural pockets of absent nuance and binary notes....as with Senator McCain, I can appreciate a space of learning on the fly or changing perspective or addressing when one has evolved or misunderstood something if not then evolving in perspective. I miss your father's presence and I LOVE Arizona NOT only because I graduated from Tempe BUT for many reasons even when it wasn't or remains not so functional in collaboration during my visits as avoidable challenges came to enabled. Peace be with you. Again, happy birthday!!
You are still a bully disgusting fascist! Truly repulsive! MAGA fascist & so incredibly SMUG. Your father would be turning in his grave seeing what is happening especially in Ukraine! Go and ff yourself Ms Piggy POS
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I am happy to see you. Congratulations for surviving Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, and Ana Navarro.
Musk canceled me, because I was messing w/ his investment/Trump
Rock the world, Meghan.
Nice to be here. Meghan, have nothing but positive thoughts on your father. My Dad fought the Nazis in WW2 in France, my husband in Vietnam. I am a dyed in the wool card-carrying Democrat but I want to share my thoughts with everyone, whatever their political persuasion. We are still Americans, let us never forget that or our country!
Happy Birthday!! PS- I’ve never given Substack a second thought until I saw you post that you started one!!
Happy 40th. I am always amazed on your talent to put your words in a thoughtful and heartwarming slant.
Happy 40th Meghan. I absolutely love your podcast! I am a democrat but I value and respect your opinion. Looking forward to you getting me through the next 2 weeks and beyond! ❤️
Awesome…we don’t agree on everything…but I respect differing opinions.
Happy 40th Birthday, Meghan!! I follow you in all that you do! Sending love from Marshall, TX
Happy Birthday, Meghan! Forties will make you feel alive.