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A great review from @publisherswkly.bsky.social for my new illustrated novel-in-verse!
September 19, 2026 at 11:34 AM
A great review from @publisherswkly.bsky.social for my new illustrated novel-in-verse!
Reposted by Susan Almon
Tonight I’m watching Mr. Hockey: The Gordie Howe Story
It is free to watch on YouTube.
We need more films and shows about Canada’s history.
It is free to watch on YouTube.
We need more films and shows about Canada’s history.
September 18, 2026 at 11:30 PM
Tonight I’m watching Mr. Hockey: The Gordie Howe Story
It is free to watch on YouTube.
We need more films and shows about Canada’s history.
It is free to watch on YouTube.
We need more films and shows about Canada’s history.
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Italo Calvino from If On a Winter’s Night a Traveler. Relevant discussion of gen Ai from 50 years ago…
“What is the reading of a text, in fact, except the recording of certain thematic recurrences, certain insistences of forms and meanings?”
“What is the reading of a text, in fact, except the recording of certain thematic recurrences, certain insistences of forms and meanings?”
September 18, 2026 at 6:03 AM
Italo Calvino from If On a Winter’s Night a Traveler. Relevant discussion of gen Ai from 50 years ago…
“What is the reading of a text, in fact, except the recording of certain thematic recurrences, certain insistences of forms and meanings?”
“What is the reading of a text, in fact, except the recording of certain thematic recurrences, certain insistences of forms and meanings?”
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i'm not over Alito saying we shouldn't count ballots that are mailed on or before Election Day but arrive shortly afterwards bc they can “radically flip” the “apparent outcome”
cannot stress enough that, until all ballots are counted, there's no outcome to flip!
ballsandstrikes.org/scotus/alito...
cannot stress enough that, until all ballots are counted, there's no outcome to flip!
ballsandstrikes.org/scotus/alito...
A Brief History of Sam Alito’s Delusional Obsession With Voter Fraud
His conduct in several recent cases suggests that Alito is deep in the right-wing conspiracy theory weeds.
ballsandstrikes.org
September 18, 2026 at 1:45 PM
i'm not over Alito saying we shouldn't count ballots that are mailed on or before Election Day but arrive shortly afterwards bc they can “radically flip” the “apparent outcome”
cannot stress enough that, until all ballots are counted, there's no outcome to flip!
ballsandstrikes.org/scotus/alito...
cannot stress enough that, until all ballots are counted, there's no outcome to flip!
ballsandstrikes.org/scotus/alito...
What??
Fun fact: the song that plays over the WKRP end credits by Jim Ellis is just random words/gibberish by the singer. He thought he would get a chance to re-record it with proper lyrics but show producers just left it as is.
youtu.be/MFcA8gA4nD8?...
youtu.be/MFcA8gA4nD8?...
September 18, 2026 at 1:48 PM
What??
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He isn't doing "vanity projects."
He is destroying the nation's capital.
He's going to leave Washington DC in ruins.
If, of course, he leaves.
He is destroying the nation's capital.
He's going to leave Washington DC in ruins.
If, of course, he leaves.
September 17, 2026 at 3:20 PM
He isn't doing "vanity projects."
He is destroying the nation's capital.
He's going to leave Washington DC in ruins.
If, of course, he leaves.
He is destroying the nation's capital.
He's going to leave Washington DC in ruins.
If, of course, he leaves.
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Like all abusers, Trump hates it when people try to move out of his control.
Trump threatens 'serious tariffs' on EU over proposal to make Canada 'associate member'
"I think it's laughable," Trump said, when asked about the Canada-EU proposal. The Canadian prime minister is speaking at the European Parliament today.
www.bbc.co.uk
September 17, 2026 at 8:04 AM
Like all abusers, Trump hates it when people try to move out of his control.
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An entire patchwork carpet of Cyclamen hederifolium at Anglesey Abbey a few days ago, looking for all the world like spring. Today’s botanical dopamine for your brain 🌿:
September 17, 2026 at 7:08 AM
An entire patchwork carpet of Cyclamen hederifolium at Anglesey Abbey a few days ago, looking for all the world like spring. Today’s botanical dopamine for your brain 🌿:
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Not sure if people know Wakefield was trying to sell a competing measles vaccine when he made up his fraudulent study about the MMR. It was only after that failed (because he is a complete fraud) that he started grifting off opposing all vaccines.
It’s all just a grift. Antivaxxers are their marks.
It’s all just a grift. Antivaxxers are their marks.
To do this during the worst measles outbreak in 35 years just after 4 Americans have died is pure psychopathy and tells you exactly where he stands on vaccines 🤬🤬🤬
RFK Jr. headlines sold-out anti-vaccine conference alongside Andrew Wakefield
The event is hosted by Kennedy's anti-vaccine group Children's Health Defense.
arstechnica.com
September 16, 2026 at 7:03 PM
Not sure if people know Wakefield was trying to sell a competing measles vaccine when he made up his fraudulent study about the MMR. It was only after that failed (because he is a complete fraud) that he started grifting off opposing all vaccines.
It’s all just a grift. Antivaxxers are their marks.
It’s all just a grift. Antivaxxers are their marks.
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@autisticsociety.bsky.social's review that autism is genetic aligns with research that autism is a lifelong neurodivergence (www.frontiersin.org/journals/int...) - as the National Autistic Society said, people are born autistic and remain autistic for life. 1/
Frontiers | Sensory–movement underpinnings of lifelong neurodivergence: getting a grip on autism
While the autism diagnosis emphasizes “deficits” in social communication, the article advances that sensory–movement differences underpin autism through a re...
www.frontiersin.org
September 16, 2026 at 1:41 PM
@autisticsociety.bsky.social's review that autism is genetic aligns with research that autism is a lifelong neurodivergence (www.frontiersin.org/journals/int...) - as the National Autistic Society said, people are born autistic and remain autistic for life. 1/
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[Video, 1:04] "Shakespeare Theatre Company Artistic Director Simon Godwin announces collaboration with world-renowned Jim Henson's Creature Shop on puppets for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM.
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[It will play] DEC 4, 2026–JAN 10, 2027 at Shakespeare Theatre Company's Harman Hall in Washington, D.C."
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[It will play] DEC 4, 2026–JAN 10, 2027 at Shakespeare Theatre Company's Harman Hall in Washington, D.C."
Jim Henson's Creature Shop Announcement | A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
YouTube video by ShakespeareInDC
www.youtube.com
September 13, 2026 at 6:27 PM
[Video, 1:04] "Shakespeare Theatre Company Artistic Director Simon Godwin announces collaboration with world-renowned Jim Henson's Creature Shop on puppets for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM.
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[It will play] DEC 4, 2026–JAN 10, 2027 at Shakespeare Theatre Company's Harman Hall in Washington, D.C."
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[It will play] DEC 4, 2026–JAN 10, 2027 at Shakespeare Theatre Company's Harman Hall in Washington, D.C."
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September 14, 2026 at 11:48 PM
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Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet Week! 🐱💙 Seniors, black cats, those with medical needs, and bonded pairs are often overlooked. They deserve love too. Adopt, share, or support your local shelter today! #AdoptALessAdoptablePetWeek
September 14, 2026 at 6:15 PM
Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet Week! 🐱💙 Seniors, black cats, those with medical needs, and bonded pairs are often overlooked. They deserve love too. Adopt, share, or support your local shelter today! #AdoptALessAdoptablePetWeek
In her books, Carol Burnett tells amazingly hilarious stories about Bob Mackie’s costume designs. Even better in audiobooks narrated by her.
Farewell to costume designer Bob Mackie, a designer of spectacular gowns for great divas, but also the creator of perhaps the greatest costume sight gag in history.
September 14, 2026 at 6:34 PM
In her books, Carol Burnett tells amazingly hilarious stories about Bob Mackie’s costume designs. Even better in audiobooks narrated by her.
Now I know
In 1906, 27-year-old Canadian Peter Lymburger Robertson invented a new screw and screwdriver.
Considered far superior to the Philips screw, the Robertson screw is now regarded as one of Canada's greatest inventions.
This is the story.
🧵 1/8
Considered far superior to the Philips screw, the Robertson screw is now regarded as one of Canada's greatest inventions.
This is the story.
🧵 1/8
September 14, 2026 at 1:51 PM
Now I know
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September 14, 2026 at 1:36 PM
😻😻😻😻
Are you also so old that you have these in a drawer? Good news is that I fixed the September page on our old-fashioned paper wall calendar.
September 14, 2026 at 11:55 AM
Are you also so old that you have these in a drawer? Good news is that I fixed the September page on our old-fashioned paper wall calendar.
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If you’re daunted by the prospect of late autumn & winter & are able to get outside, here’s a film I made for @bbcspringwatch.bsky.social with 5 scientifically proven nature-based tips to alleviate anxiety & lift your mood 🌿🧠:
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p...
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p...
BBC Two - Autumnwatch, 2020, Episode 3, 5 simple ways: Nature can help your mood
Emma Mitchell guides us through a natural take on wellbeing this Autumn.
www.bbc.co.uk
October 30, 2025 at 8:09 AM
If you’re daunted by the prospect of late autumn & winter & are able to get outside, here’s a film I made for @bbcspringwatch.bsky.social with 5 scientifically proven nature-based tips to alleviate anxiety & lift your mood 🌿🧠:
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p...
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p...
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“Just we two” Postcard from my collection, mailed 1909. This is by C.E. Bullard, my favorite of the Victorian/Edwardian cat photographers. He seemed to genuinely love cats and didn't restrain them or cram them into tiny costumes.
September 13, 2026 at 8:53 PM
“Just we two” Postcard from my collection, mailed 1909. This is by C.E. Bullard, my favorite of the Victorian/Edwardian cat photographers. He seemed to genuinely love cats and didn't restrain them or cram them into tiny costumes.
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We've learned about Persian desert-powered ice pits, now let's learn about Iron Age Persian AIR CONDITIONING.
How did people live in the hottest part of the world before you could dial down the thermostat & hope your electric bill gets lost in the mail?
Let's learn about 'badgirs' or wind towers.
How did people live in the hottest part of the world before you could dial down the thermostat & hope your electric bill gets lost in the mail?
Let's learn about 'badgirs' or wind towers.
September 13, 2026 at 4:58 PM
We've learned about Persian desert-powered ice pits, now let's learn about Iron Age Persian AIR CONDITIONING.
How did people live in the hottest part of the world before you could dial down the thermostat & hope your electric bill gets lost in the mail?
Let's learn about 'badgirs' or wind towers.
How did people live in the hottest part of the world before you could dial down the thermostat & hope your electric bill gets lost in the mail?
Let's learn about 'badgirs' or wind towers.
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I'm a professional book reviewer who gets a ton of PR emails from publicists. Do you know where I first hear about 80% of the books I end up reviewing? From authors and readers on bsky.
I am not first and will be far from the last to say this:
I have purchased so many books because I saw them recommended or publicized here on bsky. I cannot urge you all enough to KEEP TALKING ABOUT BOOKS.
I know it's easier to talk up someone else's book, but this also means you, the shy author.
I have purchased so many books because I saw them recommended or publicized here on bsky. I cannot urge you all enough to KEEP TALKING ABOUT BOOKS.
I know it's easier to talk up someone else's book, but this also means you, the shy author.
I have mentioned it before, so maybe, but I know others liked it too. Hooray for word of "mouth" (or post) for getting it seen.
September 13, 2026 at 3:23 PM
I'm a professional book reviewer who gets a ton of PR emails from publicists. Do you know where I first hear about 80% of the books I end up reviewing? From authors and readers on bsky.
@histoftech.bsky.social I’m watching a moderately ok romcom while I eat but the lead character has a pet bunny so that makes it better.
September 12, 2026 at 11:29 PM
@histoftech.bsky.social I’m watching a moderately ok romcom while I eat but the lead character has a pet bunny so that makes it better.
A ballroom in Ireland too?
September 12, 2026 at 12:19 PM
A ballroom in Ireland too?
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I'm facilitating a 6 week group peer-support coaching workshop for late identified autistics - starting on September 24.
9 hours in total
www.theautisticcoach.com/late-diagnos...
9 hours in total
www.theautisticcoach.com/late-diagnos...
September 11, 2026 at 10:16 PM
I'm facilitating a 6 week group peer-support coaching workshop for late identified autistics - starting on September 24.
9 hours in total
www.theautisticcoach.com/late-diagnos...
9 hours in total
www.theautisticcoach.com/late-diagnos...