"Either he knew what slavery meant when he helped maim and murder thousands in its defense, or he did not. If he did not he was a fool. If he did, Robert Lee was a traitor and a rebel–not indeed to his country, but to humanity and humanity’s God."--W.E.B. DuBois on Robert E. Lee, born #OTD in 1807 🗃️

John Coltrane is in heaven throwing darts at this dude’s face.

Happy New Year, Blue Sky! ✨Introducing the My Year Every Day Daily Planner: 365 Days of Infinite Possibilities✨

Set clear, actionable goals. Define your mission and vision for the year. Stay organized and focused, every single day.

#happynewyear #booksky

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When we are stressed, we eat chocolate, ice cream and sweets.
Why?
Because stressed spelled backwards is desserts.
🍨🍫🎂🍬

RIP Jimmy Carter and thank you for the hardest picture in White House history (h/t @kopalo.bsky.social)

2025 is going to be lit(erary.)

Florida students are giving up Saturdays to learn Black history lessons their schools don’t teach

Today is Crossword Puzzle Day! To celebrate, Anointed Bar Books is offering a FREE download of Flowers and Herbs Crossword Puzzles! 🌸🌿 Immerse yourself in botanical fun with this classic activity and solve the mysteries of the grid. 🧩💚 bit.ly/FHCrosswords
#CrosswordPuzzleDay #Booksky #BlackBookSky

Books are transportation away from whatever the heck this is.

Writing is an act of rebellion.
Writing is an act of creation.
Writing is an act of salvation.
Writing is an act of exploration.
Writing is an act of emotion.
Writing is an act of confession.
Writing is an act of speculation.
Writing is an act of reflection.
Keep writing.

We are about to be a part of the most vivid and vicious expression in modern times of the richest among us grabbing as much as they can for themselves, no matter how much pain they cause. Out of this must come a renewed and intensified opposition and commitment to the common good.

Never give up hope that, one day, you will pull a book from a bookshelf and that secret door will finally open for you.

i hope i die
warmed
by the life that i tried
to live

— Nikki Giovanni

Virginia Tech professor and poet, Nikki Giovanni, has died at the age of 81.

Life is full of demands and distractions, but in the midst of it all, you deserve the same kindness you show to others. On this lovely Sunday, extend grace to yourself, embrace imperfection, and celebrate your efforts. You’re doing better than you think! 🌿✨ #GentleReminders #BookSky #BlackBookSky

Good morning BlueSky! Did you know that it is Letter Writing Day? Today is a perfect reminder to slow down, pick up a pen, and connect with someone you care about in a timeless, heartfelt way. So...who still hand-writes letters to friends and family? ✉️💌

#LetterWritingDay #BookSky #BlackBookSky

Choose empathy. Read.

A doctor’s letter to United Healthcare for denying nausea meds for a child on chemo

Good day, BlueSky! Imagine your perfect day. Where would you be, who would you be with, and what would you do? Write it in a journal and feel gratitude for life’s possibilities.
#Journalingprompt #Inspiration #MindfulLiving #BookSky #BlackBookSky

This is utterly, barbarically, outrageously nuts.

Happy Sunday, BlueSky! Are you like me and grateful for the little things? Writing them down always boosts my mood. Journal about all of the little ways you are thankful in your life!
#ItstheLittleThings #30DaysandNights #BookSky #BlackBookSky

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