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Stephanie Damassa
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Unfortunate news at California Pizza Kitchen
Sign reading “we are sorry to inform that we have no pizza today”
July 13, 2026 at 7:01 PM
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Fascinating book
Cover of Frostbite by Nicola Twilley
July 8, 2026 at 12:13 AM
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Nerds, let's have a look at how the grid system is doing in different regions on this very hot day www.gridstatus.io/live
a screenshot from gridstatus.io comparing energy loads and prices - showing ERCOT (Texas) using primarily solar) and PJM using gas
July 2, 2026 at 4:42 PM
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“Sublime! I substituted a baking sheet for a sheet pan. The lack of a ridge on the sheet meant that oil dripped to the bottom of the oven, causing a grease fire which I extinguished with 2.5 to 3 cups of water (this amount may vary based on the size of your oven and the intensity of the fire). I found that the fire added a delightful smokiness to the potatoes while the water used to extinguish it created steam in the oven, resulting in deliciously moist chicken. Would recommend!”
June 23, 2026 at 11:20 AM
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Everyone loves Brian Schwab so much lol
AP election total showing Brian Schwab with 90% of the DC vote
June 17, 2026 at 11:19 AM
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Girls night! @anne-louise-taylor.bsky.social
2 cute electric bikes parked at a bike rack
June 12, 2026 at 1:31 AM
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Last night’s strawberry rhubarb crisp
A juicy looking strawberry rhubarb crisp in a square pan
June 11, 2026 at 1:41 PM
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I had this marshmallow oat milk latte at Big Shoulders Coffee in Chicago in November and have thought about it every morning since
A toasted marshmallow atop a marshmallow latte
May 14, 2026 at 1:18 PM
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(Current read)
Book cover for Last Train to Paradise by Les Standiford
April 15, 2026 at 1:04 AM
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I love local news ❤️
Cove of the Florida Keys press with a headline about the Artemis II astronauts training in Key Largo Newspaper text reading that two of the astronauts trained in Key Largo in 2016 and 2014
April 11, 2026 at 11:13 PM
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Bred
A crusty loaf of sourdough bread
March 29, 2026 at 9:28 PM
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Excellent review for rodent contraceptives
I bought Evolve Rat Birth Control Soft Bait Sausages expecting population control. What I didn’t expect was to accidentally establish a tiny rodent socialist republic behind my shed. These sausages don’t poison, don’t murder, and don’t spark dramatic soap-opera deaths. Thank the gods! I don’t want to live with mice but I don’t want to murder them and poison other wildlife! Instead, I calmly introduced the concept of collective responsibility to the field mouse community that like to patrol the perimeter of my abode. No more unchecked capitalism of reproduction. No more surprise litters. Just long-term, sustainable population management. From each according to their appetite, to each according to their uteruses remaining blissfully empty. The field mice probably still show up, still snack politely, and still live their nocturnal little micey lives, only now without the relentless pressure to out-breed one another. Frankly, I’d guess they are much calmer. More reflective. Possibly reading tiny manifestos. Important Side Effect Warning: After a few weeks, you may hear faint but unmistakable celebrations coming from the shadows. That’s not wind. That’s the sound of pregnancy-free female field mice toasting their newfound bodily autonomy. Tiny clinks of invisible champagne glasses. Occasional squeaks that sound suspiciously like “solidarity.” Pros: •Not a poison •Long-term population control •Ethically confusing but emotionally satisfying •Promotes rodent liberation & family planning Cons: •You may feel like a benevolent overlord •The mice might unionize next In summary: if you want to control field and deer mice without violence, without guilt, and with a dash of ideological satire, this is the product for you. (I use a bait station weighed down because the raccoons love these and will eat an entire sausage) Five stars for humane pest control and for accidentally running a most progressive program in my backyard.
March 28, 2026 at 11:11 PM
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DC bottle bill let’s go
A trash can overflowing with bottles and cans
March 28, 2026 at 8:35 PM
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Making sourdough is waste of time and also not
2 piping hot sourdough loaves
March 6, 2026 at 10:56 PM
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A screen outside a church reading “this is a test”
March 5, 2026 at 1:37 PM
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The perfect littering sign doesn’t exis—
Kid-made sign that says “don’t be a loser and stop littering”
February 28, 2026 at 1:17 AM
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The Washington Post “climate” section
A column titled “one path to a happier life: thinking more about death”
February 20, 2026 at 12:09 PM
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NYT cooking comment: “Made her exactly as written this afternoon and she’s lovely, with a moist delicate crumb and subtle flavors of carrot, orange and cardamom. If you’re searching for a Super Bowl crowd pleaser, you haven’t found it yet, big guy. However, if you’re having your favorite elaborate gays over for a round of Hearts, a few G&Ts and a platter of cucumber sandwiches, she’ll be your perfect not-too-sweet ending. Next time I’ll serve her with a dollop of softly whipped cream, but that’s just me. PS: All this parchment paper talk … tedious.”
February 7, 2026 at 7:39 PM
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Unbelievable
Email from the Washington Post telling me they’re increasing my subscription rate again
February 7, 2026 at 4:20 PM
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👀 www.nytimes.com/2026/01/31/b...
NYT text reading "Some Republicans like Neil Chatterjee, who led the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission during part of Mr. Trump’s first term, say government officials ought to embrace an all-of-the-above approach to energy. As electricity prices continue to rise, “solar is just going to be a cheaper alternative for residents than the bills they’re paying for their utilities,” Mr. Chatterjee said. “We can’t possibly do this with fossil fuels alone.”
February 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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As I waited for two buses that did not show with groceries for a family of 4 (because I can’t get my car out of the alley still), I realized it could be worse. So unacceptable @mayorbowser.dc.gov
A person riding a motorized wheelchair down a snowy street as the sidewalks aren’t safe
February 2, 2026 at 5:18 PM
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Scholastic forgot that some Americans don’t live in states
A map on a worksheet of pet laws in states, omitting DC and territories Prompt: based on the map, describe exotic pet laws where you live and a child’s writing saying “my home is not on the map”
January 30, 2026 at 2:23 PM
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Where else can you go at a time like this
A photo of shelves of books at a library
January 24, 2026 at 7:47 PM
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Look outside DC
Pretty sunset
January 22, 2026 at 10:27 PM
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Superb - much better than I anticipated! Followed the recipe precisely, didn't substitute Doritos for the celery, etc.
December 8, 2025 at 11:11 PM