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Fredbo

@fredbo.bsky.social

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I make and build things and see the world as a stranger. I got big plans and things are afoot, iron in the fire, paint on the palette, etc. Stay tuned!

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Fredbo @fredbo.bsky.social · 16h

That old saying: if it ain't broke why fix it.

Fredbo @fredbo.bsky.social · 2d

Be careful and try not to read too much "between the lines" Jane. I mean, what if this isn't what it seems?

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Fredbo @fredbo.bsky.social · 2d

That belly deserves, nay, that belly needs a big ol' zerbert!

Fredbo @fredbo.bsky.social · 2d

This photo is an entire episode of X-Files.

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Fredbo @fredbo.bsky.social · 3d

Ya know. It really stinks when you're using a pipe tap to clean the vent hole threads on a 100+ year old cast iron radiator, and despite using tool oil as well as being as gentle as possible, said tap breaks off in the hole. Now I must remove the 200 lbs. radiator and see if I can get the tap out.

Fredbo @fredbo.bsky.social · 4d

The Spanish Inquisition was a Christian enterprise. History shows that "Christian values" (or any values for that matter) are not much of a moral impediment to people that want to do heinous things.

Sean Carroll @seanmcarroll.bsky.social · 4d

I wonder whether at some point people who are currently Christian nationalists are going to figure out that Christianity isn’t actually a good fit for their core values - too much empathy, helping the downtrodden, etc - and just become pagan nationalists or something.

Rich Raho @richraho.bsky.social · 5d

Pope to Chicago Labor Leaders: “Please know of my appreciation for your welcome of immigrants and refugees, especially your support of food pantries and shelters….I encourage you to continue to advocate for society to respect the human dignity of the most vulnerable.” www.vatican.va/content/leo-...

Fredbo @fredbo.bsky.social · 6d

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Fredbo @fredbo.bsky.social · 6d

You know it's tremendously demoralizing to be a 51 year old who finds a kernel of funny amidst this accelerating hellscape in which we live only to be told by a younger friend, "yeah, I've seen a bunch of stuff like that" as they shake their head in mild annoyance and with a semblance of pity. 😔

Mr. Rogers telling Eazy-E a "Deez Nuts" joke while enjoying a refreshing OE 40.

Fredbo @fredbo.bsky.social · 6d

Lesson: Always listen to fifi.

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Fredbo @fredbo.bsky.social · 8d

Many of his enablers are less dismissive of Trump's actions and proclamation than they are complicit. And some of them are actively driving his policies forward. Trump will be off the stage soon enough. What comes next is likely to be worse.

Fredbo @fredbo.bsky.social · 9d

Definitely worth 2:48 of your time.

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Butthole Surfers (Blind Eye Sees All) [02]. -Bed Interview-

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Fredbo @fredbo.bsky.social · 10d

Needs a big ol' zerbert if you ask me!

found footage tofu & tesla! (& krisko) 🐈 📚 🎲 ♿ @krisko.bsky.social · Jul 7

STOP DOOMSCROLLING AND RUB TOFU'S TUMMY!

white cat laying on back with belly exposed looking up expectantly

Fredbo @fredbo.bsky.social · 10d

I don't think they care. It's not about community.

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Fredbo @fredbo.bsky.social · 11d

My buddy surreptitiously had me talk to an app. I did not know he was setting me up, but I have to admit, the result is pretty funny.

The shitty part? AI will be the end of us.

Fredbo @fredbo.bsky.social · 11d

The "MAGA" movement, as we sort of know, goes back to the John Birch Society. These people are relentless across generations. Trump is a very useful tool in their efforts, but he is only a tool. Unfortunately MAGA is not going anywhere for a long time. It's important that people realize this.

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Fredbo @fredbo.bsky.social · 11d

🥹🫡 thank you for your service!

Fredbo @fredbo.bsky.social · 11d

I'm really loving this photo!

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Fredbo @fredbo.bsky.social · 11d

Wtf? At least have the courage to come out and say you wanna ban protests altogether.