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<rss version="2.0"><channel><description>Living the dream in the PNW. Here for conversation, sarcasm and cool pics of nature. Licensed Tax Consultant. #TaxBS</description><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social</link><title>@newthoughts.bsky.social - Mel</title><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3mqmr3es35c2y</link><description>lol, for those being entertained by this ridiculous saga, here is Lex calling me a cunt twice (which by definition is “repeatedly”). Once again showing that Lex doesn’t understand words, can’t remember her own words and reposts her words without reading/understanding her own words. 😂&#xA;&#xA;[contains quote post or other embedded content]</description><pubDate>14 Jul 2026 17:44 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqmr3es35c2y</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3mgkorg7rj22v</link><description>How many clients of yours are moving out of the US this year? My count so far is two confirmed, two potential. &#xA;&#xA;And I DON’T have a very large client list. &#xA;&#xA;#TaxBS</description><pubDate>08 Mar 2026 15:45 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgkorg7rj22v</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3megw6jrygk2e</link><description>@taxsky Okay, I know all of you didn’t go back to Twitter/X but no one seems to be here anymore or posting often. &#xA;&#xA;Where can I find the old community engagement?</description><pubDate>09 Feb 2026 16:57 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3megw6jrygk2e</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3mdsr22fnqs2o</link><description>Such freaking BS.  The contractor was identified, prosecuted, convicted and is serving a 5yr sentence. His employer (Booz Allen Hamilton) lost their federal contract. &#xA;&#xA;We don’t need a BS conspiracy led investigation because Trump alleges others knew &amp; waste millions before he inevitably dismisses?&#xA;&#xA;[contains quote post or other embedded content]</description><pubDate>01 Feb 2026 16:32 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdsr22fnqs2o</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3mcsbvxqb722c</link><description>I knew it wouldn’t work but I ABSOLUTELY typed that this morning.  😂&#xA;&#xA;[contains quote post or other embedded content]</description><pubDate>19 Jan 2026 18:36 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcsbvxqb722c</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3mcixw6jb3s27</link><description>I’d prefer that he was pushed out long before that. He is an ineffective Ieader who cannot communicate effectively.&#xA;&#xA;He has the same tired demeanor and talking points of the “consultants” that keep the Democrats from achieving transformational change when they’re in power.&#xA;&#xA;[contains quote post or other embedded content]</description><pubDate>16 Jan 2026 01:43 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcixw6jb3s27</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3mbwwmrqp7c2w</link><description>So if this POS knows that people in fear get into “fight or flight” instinct, the police/ICE certainly are trained to understand that which is why they shouldn’t escalate or place themselves in front of a vehicle and then shout contradictory commands and point a gun at an unarmed person.&#xA;&#xA;[contains quote post or other embedded content]</description><pubDate>08 Jan 2026 21:32 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3mbwwmrqp7c2w</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3m5ab7v6d522e</link><description>If you aren’t calling these people to scream at them not to fucking cave, what are you even doing?&#xA;&#xA;Trump is fighting in court for people on SNAP to go hungry. Rs have EXPLICITLY stated they will NOT extend the ACA subsidies and the Ds are going to fucking cave &amp; lose the only leverage they have?&#xA;&#xA;[contains quote post or other embedded content]</description><pubDate>09 Nov 2025 23:30 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3m5ab7v6d522e</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3lyywha64oc2t</link><description>Patiently waiting for all the “free speech” conservatives &amp; TwitterFiles conspiracy nuts to condemn this bullshit from Clay Higgins. &#xA;&#xA;Also, Mr. Higgins is an idiot that doesn’t realize Jay Graber is a woman. He’s also a suck up trying to score points by including Trump Media. Pathetic.&#xA;&#xA;[contains quote post or other embedded content]</description><pubDate>17 Sep 2025 03:48 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3lyywha64oc2t</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3ltwttrtt4k2n</link><description>#TaxBS Would you ever agree to fix one year of payroll tax returns for a SMLLC owner that put themself on payroll but not fix earlier years at the request of the client (basically as a cost control issue on their part)?&#xA;&#xA;Not sure I should agree and amend one year when three are actually required.</description><pubDate>14 Jul 2025 16:50 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3ltwttrtt4k2n</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3lru56kalg22k</link><description>@mcuban.bsky.social I seem to remember you saying something like ‘even if AI occasionally gets it wrong, it’s great’. &#xA;&#xA;What about when the richest man in the world doesn’t like what it says so he manipulates it. Is that still good for humanity?&#xA;&#xA;[contains quote post or other embedded content]</description><pubDate>18 Jun 2025 04:08 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3lru56kalg22k</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3lrtglycbfc26</link><description>Client: Can you amend my return?&#xA;&#xA;Me: Yes, fee is (range) depending on what you need to change, how many forms are involved, etc. &#xA;&#xA;Client: Oh, I just need to show $75k in income. I don’t really care what you change. &#xA;&#xA;Me: Uh…no. This sounds like mortgage fraud. &#xA;&#xA;Client: Yeah, so what? &#xA;&#xA;#TaxBS</description><pubDate>17 Jun 2025 21:24 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3lrtglycbfc26</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3lmk7sibi5k2w</link><description>#TaxBS Does anyone know how long it normally takes for a 2024 return to be processed on the backend before you can establish a payment plan? &#xA;&#xA;Client’s return was submitted weeks ago but she can’t set up a payment plan because it’s still “pending”.</description><pubDate>11 Apr 2025 14:23 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3lmk7sibi5k2w</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3lmi2bz6smc2x</link><description>Is that a fucking cross? Are they really saying the “ideas” that are illegal are anything not Christian?&#xA;&#xA;I know they’re shameless but are we really at this point??&#xA;&#xA;[contains quote post or other embedded content]</description><pubDate>10 Apr 2025 17:39 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3lmi2bz6smc2x</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3lkc6qumb5c2z</link><description>Can someone, ANYONE, primary Mr. Schumer since he can’t be bothered to do his job as Leader in the Senate?  &#xA;&#xA;Utterly incompetent and has been for years.&#xA;&#xA;[contains quote post or other embedded content]</description><pubDate>13 Mar 2025 22:52 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3lkc6qumb5c2z</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3lk32nzxqmc2j</link><description>@markcuban &#xA;&#xA; Not ready for prime time.&#xA;&#xA;[contains quote post or other embedded content]</description><pubDate>11 Mar 2025 02:50 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3lk32nzxqmc2j</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3ljvap7mims2n</link><description>“Community college is practically free” is bullshit. &#xA;&#xA;When I worked a full-time job and tried to get through community college, I earned too much to qualify for any financial aid but not enough to pay tuition in cash and my rent/bills. &#xA;&#xA;Being just above poverty leaves ppl w/no assistance.&#xA;&#xA;[contains quote post or other embedded content]</description><pubDate>08 Mar 2025 19:22 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3ljvap7mims2n</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3ljdfyluvuk2y</link><description>Five alarm fire!! Get loud, people. &#xA;&#xA;We cannot allow them to share this data with no evidence of criminal conduct or there will no longer be privacy related to taxpayer data—ANY taxpayer (well, except for Trump and his merry band of misfits).&#xA;&#xA;[contains quote post or other embedded content]</description><pubDate>01 Mar 2025 17:09 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3ljdfyluvuk2y</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3lj6coxsme22r</link><description>I am so disgusted by this administration. Their cruelty and explicit erasure of transgender people is abhorrent. &#xA;&#xA;I really hope there are attorneys planning to immediately fight this order.&#xA;&#xA;[contains quote post or other embedded content]</description><pubDate>27 Feb 2025 16:27 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3lj6coxsme22r</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3lihuczyhjk2d</link><description>This is absolutely heartbreaking. &#xA;&#xA;The cruelty being inflicted by this administration &amp; the companies/organizations falling in line by choice because of “funding” concerns is appalling. &#xA;&#xA;They said they weren’t trying to erase transgender people’s existence. What the fuck else can you call it?&#xA;&#xA;[contains quote post or other embedded content]</description><pubDate>18 Feb 2025 18:11 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3lihuczyhjk2d</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3libcscpyfs2w</link><description>📚Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy&#xA;🎥 Dead Poet’s Society&#xA;🎶 Disintegration - The Cure&#xA;📺 Buffy the Vampire Slayer&#xA;&#xA;[contains quote post or other embedded content]</description><pubDate>16 Feb 2025 03:41 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3libcscpyfs2w</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3lhpnlvlv722z</link><description>#TaxBS Does anyone have a good resource about the deductibility (or nondeductibility) of mold removal &amp; remediation for a home. &#xA;&#xA;I’ve found good resources for business property but conflicting &amp; outdated info about medical expense deduction for mold removal.</description><pubDate>09 Feb 2025 03:07 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3lhpnlvlv722z</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3lhox4k3et22q</link><description>The same ppl who scream “anonymous sources can’t be trusted” when they were exposing lies/corruption on the Right use &amp; expect us to believe their anonymous sources when it suits them. &#xA;&#xA;And journalists protect these sources to maintain access even after they repeatedly manipulate them this way.&#xA;&#xA;[contains quote post or other embedded content]</description><pubDate>08 Feb 2025 20:25 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3lhox4k3et22q</guid></item><item><link>https://bsky.app/profile/newthoughts.bsky.social/post/3lhok333bok2r</link><description>#TaxBS I’m back from vacation and ready to start my first tax return today. &#xA;&#xA;Who else is getting a slow start prepping returns this season?</description><pubDate>08 Feb 2025 16:31 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">at://did:plc:gmsg7u7fhv7d3nrtane3vbgl/app.bsky.feed.post/3lhok333bok2r</guid></item></channel></rss>