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Katy S. Pumpkins πŸŽƒ
@techwriterly.bsky.social
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Chicago-area tech writer/editor. Former journalist, paralegal, gig worker. Cancer survivor. She/her. Views mine. Banner: From my eldest grandson's first trick or treat last year -- a skeleton cookout. https://techwriterly.com/
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Katy S. Pumpkins πŸŽƒ @techwriterly.bsky.social Β· Sep 5
My "looking for my peeps" post πŸ‘‹

Here mainly for personal interests & nerdy things (cooking & baking, streaming series, sci-fi & fantasy novels, video games). Also hoping to connect with other tech writing and web dev folks.
a woman is talking about her favorite thing to do is sleep
Alt: A gif of Jessica Day (Zooey Deschanel) in New Girl. The caption reads: My favorite thing to do is sleep.
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Marisa Kabas @marisakabas.bsky.social Β· 32m
BREAKING: millions go to church every sunday and call the priest "father" but he's not really their dad.
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Sara Soueidan @sarasoueidan.com Β· 5h
#HTML is only as accessible as you write it.

Semantics determine what an element is, and browsers provide some interactive behavior for native interactive elements for free.

But just because two patterns have similar behavior doesn't make them semantically the same.
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Katy S. Pumpkins πŸŽƒ @techwriterly.bsky.social Β· 8h
Meowdy, Bluesky.
A coffee mug sitting on the base of a Keurig machine. The mug is white with a red interior. It has yellow cartoon cat on the front wearing a cowboy hat and bandana around its neck. The caption underneath the cat reads "Meowdy, partner." The mug was a Christmas gift from my daughter a couple of years ago.
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Katy S. Pumpkins πŸŽƒ @techwriterly.bsky.social Β· 1d
My local food bank features this quick reference on their donation page. A little goes a long way. www.gobeyondhunger.org/donate
Go Beyond Hunger (Oak Park, Illinois) infographic on monetary donations. $45 provides someone with a month's worth of food. $100 can provide 300 meals, $250 can sponsor a group nutrition education class, $500 can provide food for 25 homebound neighbors for one month.
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Katy S. Pumpkins πŸŽƒ @techwriterly.bsky.social Β· 1d
These are adorable ❀️
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Mary Robinette Kowal @maryrobinettekowal.com Β· 1d
I don't know who needs to hear this, but you are allowed to have ice cream for dinner.
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Katy S. Pumpkins πŸŽƒ @techwriterly.bsky.social Β· 2d
Loved Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. So I'm really looking forward to this. youtu.be/a6lzvWby9UE?...
Pluribus β€” Official Trailer | Apple TV
YouTube video by Apple TV
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Katy S. Pumpkins πŸŽƒ @techwriterly.bsky.social Β· 2d
One thing I love about this article is the idea of making space for creative pursuits like writing and photography (or even just listening to and appreciating music), and rejecting the notion of an "everything device" or "everything app."

www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/th...
The return of dumb things: Why young people are ditching their smartphones for MP3 players and digital cameras
Young people are using dumb phones, MP3 players and digital cameras in lieu of iPhones. Experts explain why.
www.yahoo.com
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alexis simpson @amutepiggy.bsky.social Β· 2d
i'm sorry. i know there's so much bad news out there, and i hope this won't push you over the edge, but my 4 year old was just eating marshmallows she dipped in ketchup
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Louie Stowell @louiestowell.bsky.social Β· 2d
It's sunday so I am finally reading the links I opened during the week. Or possibly last week. Anyway, this one is worth your time (should be a free link, it was for me at least). Katherine Rundell on reading for pleasure. #UKKidLit #KidLitUK www.thetimes.com/uk/get-brita...
There is a silver bullet for childhood happiness: a love of reading
Bestselling children’s author Katherine Rundell says to reverse the reading crisis we must let young people rediscover the enjoyment of books β€” whatever they may be
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Hyde Park Trish @pmorse.bsky.social Β· 2d
Oh yeah and this week you can support the South Side #Chicago Hunger Project by baking and/or eating pie. southsidepie.com
South Side Pie Challenge
Whether you bake pies or just eat them, join us to support local hunger causes on NOVEMBER 1, 2025!
southsidepie.com
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Oak Park Nerd @oakparknerd.bsky.social Β· 6d
Some ways to help in Oak Park:
1. Donate $ to Beyond Hunger. Just $1= 3 meals: fundraise.givesmart.com/f/5ijn/n?vid...
2. Donate food to OP Community Fridges at Blvd Presbyterian Church at 607 Harvard, or the Edwin Gale House at 124 N. Kenilworth. patch.com/illinois/oak...
SNAP Benefits Could Soon End For 1.9M IL Residents Due To Government Shutdown
If the government shutdown does not end, millions of Illinois residents will not receive SNAP benefits starting on Nov. 1.
patch.com
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Chicago Sun-Times @chicago.suntimes.com Β· Jun 25
Austin Harvest began in 2020 as a student-led pop up to foster positive community change. The food delivery program is made possible through a partnership with Oak Park-based Beyond Hunger.
Student-led food delivery program is making a difference in Austin
Beyond Hunger is ensuring that seniors and home-bound residents in need on the West Side are getting fresh fruit and vegetables to their doors in an area long considered a food desert and where crime…
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Katy S. Pumpkins πŸŽƒ @techwriterly.bsky.social Β· 3d
Thanks to the Oak Park farmers market for another great season!! Just one week 'til trick-or-treat.
Bell peppers, tomatoes, red onions, apples, yellow potatoes, butternut squash and bakery bread from the farmers market. Fresh donuts made special for the last day of the farmers market -- frosted apple cinnamon and frosted chocolate. There was already a long line for them when the market opened this morning. From last year's trick-or-treat, my eldest grandson dressed as **Mario!** My daughter is pushing a stroller ahead of him on the sidewalk.
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Katy S. Pumpkins πŸŽƒ @techwriterly.bsky.social Β· 3d
When the food bowl is empty. #Caturday #CatsOfBlueSky
My cat Lily, an American shorthair cat with green eyes, sitting under a desk and staring at me until her food bowl gets filled.
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Gail Myerscough @gailmyerscough.co.uk Β· 3d
Hello!
It doesn’t cost anything to repost but it helps me spread the word about my small business.
My online shop is full of bold & colourful prints, homewares and cards.
I’m also available for freelance design work and art licensing.
gailmyerscough.co.uk
Collage of designs: framed prints, phone case, cushion, mug, slip mat, and t-shirt all featuring vintage inspired graphics.
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Katy S. Pumpkins πŸŽƒ @techwriterly.bsky.social Β· 3d
Good morning. These goodies arrived yesterday.

Links: shop.lataco.com/products/l-a...
shop.lataco.com/products/l-a...
Bottle of L.A. Taco hot sauce and a 16-ounce coffee mug. The mug is black with a yellow interior and the L.A. Taco logo on the front.
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derek guy @dieworkwear.bsky.social Β· 3d
this is what will happen if mamdani makes bus rides free
A cat is seen riding a bus. They are standing up and have their front paws on the back of the front seat.
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Merriam-Webster @merriam-webster.com Β· 4d
Technically, this is a book of spells.
The New Merriam-Webster Collegiate Dictionary 12th Ed.
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Katy S. Pumpkins πŸŽƒ @techwriterly.bsky.social Β· 3d
Donated today to our local food bank.
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Jerry Chen @jcsalterego.bsky.social Β· 4d
*climbs into hibernation sopapilla*
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Katy S. Pumpkins πŸŽƒ @techwriterly.bsky.social Β· 5d
I didn't work help desk myself, but I agree it's a great way to start. Two former coworkers launched their tech careers that way (higher ed software company). One coworker eventually became manager of documentation and the other a lead developer.

(sorry, deleted original reply & edited)
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Katy S. Pumpkins πŸŽƒ @techwriterly.bsky.social Β· 5d
I roasted a pie pumpkin for this cake. I'm drying out the seeds for a snack as well. The frosting calls for 4 cups of powdered sugar -- I only had 2 cups but it turned out fine. My daughter commented that she likes this cake because it's not too sweet. I agree. www.loveandlemons.com/pumpkin-cake...
This pumpkin cake is my family's favorite fall dessertβ€”and it couldn't be easier
This pumpkin cake recipe is my family's favorite fall dessert! It's super easy to make, and it's moist, tender, and warmly spiced. Cream cheese frosting takes it over the top!
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Katy S. Pumpkins πŸŽƒ @techwriterly.bsky.social Β· 5d
Followed the recipe pretty closely on this one. Features a mellow blend of flavors that are perfect for fall. www.eatingwell.com/recipe/79381...
Red Lentil Soup with Saffron
This hearty red lentil soup is packed with spices like turmeric, cumin and saffron.
www.eatingwell.com
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Katy S. Pumpkins πŸŽƒ @techwriterly.bsky.social Β· 5d
After work yesterday I made red lentil soup and pumpkin cake (recipes πŸ‘‡).
Cup of homemade lentil soup next to a couple of small pieces of homemade pumpkin cake.
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