Gifford MacShane
@authorgmacshane.bsky.social
PwME Cat herder, gardener, & author of Historical Fiction/Romance that celebrates the resilience of the human spirit.
https://Books2Read.com/GiffordMacshane
#Ally #EqualRights4Everyone #AdoptDontShop
No bees=no food=no humans #ClimateChange
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https://Books2Read.com/GiffordMacshane
#Ally #EqualRights4Everyone #AdoptDontShop
No bees=no food=no humans #ClimateChange
#SlavaUkraini
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#HistFic #WITC
A dead man haunts the love of his life.
WHISPERS IN THE CANYON, Donovan Family Saga # 1: historical fiction with #romance, folklore, cultural history, & a dash of Celtic mysticism.
Available at most major digital retailers & library services!
Books2Read.com/whispers-in-the-canyon
A dead man haunts the love of his life.
WHISPERS IN THE CANYON, Donovan Family Saga # 1: historical fiction with #romance, folklore, cultural history, & a dash of Celtic mysticism.
Available at most major digital retailers & library services!
Books2Read.com/whispers-in-the-canyon
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What do these corporations have in common?
Netflix
Ford
Tesla
T-Mobile
Duke Energy
DISH Network
Metlife
Dominion Energy
United States Steel
In recent years, they all paid their execs more than they paid in taxes.
This is what a corporate-rigged system looks like.
Netflix
Ford
Tesla
T-Mobile
Duke Energy
DISH Network
Metlife
Dominion Energy
United States Steel
In recent years, they all paid their execs more than they paid in taxes.
This is what a corporate-rigged system looks like.
November 28, 2025 at 8:00 PM
What do these corporations have in common?
Netflix
Ford
Tesla
T-Mobile
Duke Energy
DISH Network
Metlife
Dominion Energy
United States Steel
In recent years, they all paid their execs more than they paid in taxes.
This is what a corporate-rigged system looks like.
Netflix
Ford
Tesla
T-Mobile
Duke Energy
DISH Network
Metlife
Dominion Energy
United States Steel
In recent years, they all paid their execs more than they paid in taxes.
This is what a corporate-rigged system looks like.
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The irony is rich.
November 28, 2025 at 7:39 PM
The irony is rich.
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Remember, today and every day.
November 29, 2025 at 12:12 AM
Remember, today and every day.
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The UN just held a vote on ending torture, in which three countries voted against ending torture.
🔍 Zoom in…
🔍 Zoom in…
November 23, 2025 at 10:42 AM
The UN just held a vote on ending torture, in which three countries voted against ending torture.
🔍 Zoom in…
🔍 Zoom in…
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I chipped a molar on my morning granola, so I have to go to the dentist. 🦷⛏️
It would make me feel better if you checked out my books. They're perfect for this stressful time of year because they're short and exciting and have families bickering maybe even harder than yours.
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It would make me feel better if you checked out my books. They're perfect for this stressful time of year because they're short and exciting and have families bickering maybe even harder than yours.
linktr.ee/authorlevai
November 28, 2025 at 3:16 PM
I chipped a molar on my morning granola, so I have to go to the dentist. 🦷⛏️
It would make me feel better if you checked out my books. They're perfect for this stressful time of year because they're short and exciting and have families bickering maybe even harder than yours.
linktr.ee/authorlevai
It would make me feel better if you checked out my books. They're perfect for this stressful time of year because they're short and exciting and have families bickering maybe even harder than yours.
linktr.ee/authorlevai
Thanks, Gabino!
THE WOODSMAN'S ROSE is on sale this weekend at most major digital retailers. Donovan Family Saga Book 2, it can be read as a stand-alone.
"Annie’s fierce spirit despite her fragility makes readers stay up late and whisper, Just one more chapter…"
Books2Read.com/TheWoodsmansRose
THE WOODSMAN'S ROSE is on sale this weekend at most major digital retailers. Donovan Family Saga Book 2, it can be read as a stand-alone.
"Annie’s fierce spirit despite her fragility makes readers stay up late and whisper, Just one more chapter…"
Books2Read.com/TheWoodsmansRose
November 29, 2025 at 12:21 AM
Thanks, Gabino!
THE WOODSMAN'S ROSE is on sale this weekend at most major digital retailers. Donovan Family Saga Book 2, it can be read as a stand-alone.
"Annie’s fierce spirit despite her fragility makes readers stay up late and whisper, Just one more chapter…"
Books2Read.com/TheWoodsmansRose
THE WOODSMAN'S ROSE is on sale this weekend at most major digital retailers. Donovan Family Saga Book 2, it can be read as a stand-alone.
"Annie’s fierce spirit despite her fragility makes readers stay up late and whisper, Just one more chapter…"
Books2Read.com/TheWoodsmansRose
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One of my favorite Douglas Adams quotes:
“All opinions are not equal. Some are a very great deal more robust, sophisticated, and well supported in logic and argument than others.”
More timely today than ever, don't you think? 💙
#WritingCommunity #WriteSky #BookSky
“All opinions are not equal. Some are a very great deal more robust, sophisticated, and well supported in logic and argument than others.”
More timely today than ever, don't you think? 💙
#WritingCommunity #WriteSky #BookSky
November 28, 2025 at 10:30 PM
One of my favorite Douglas Adams quotes:
“All opinions are not equal. Some are a very great deal more robust, sophisticated, and well supported in logic and argument than others.”
More timely today than ever, don't you think? 💙
#WritingCommunity #WriteSky #BookSky
“All opinions are not equal. Some are a very great deal more robust, sophisticated, and well supported in logic and argument than others.”
More timely today than ever, don't you think? 💙
#WritingCommunity #WriteSky #BookSky
I really like the version.
I learned this song as a kid (b4 The Animals' hit). My father was a big fan of traditional music.
One thing I've never heard repeated since: "The only things a gambler needs are a suitcase & a gun..."
Folk music changes over time, but I kind of prefer it the old way.
I learned this song as a kid (b4 The Animals' hit). My father was a big fan of traditional music.
One thing I've never heard repeated since: "The only things a gambler needs are a suitcase & a gun..."
Folk music changes over time, but I kind of prefer it the old way.
O.M.G.!!!
I absolutely love this! His voice, his emotion, his passion...wow!
I absolutely love this! His voice, his emotion, his passion...wow!
House Of The Rising Sun (Epic Dark Version)
YouTube video by Erik Grönwall
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November 29, 2025 at 12:12 AM
I really like the version.
I learned this song as a kid (b4 The Animals' hit). My father was a big fan of traditional music.
One thing I've never heard repeated since: "The only things a gambler needs are a suitcase & a gun..."
Folk music changes over time, but I kind of prefer it the old way.
I learned this song as a kid (b4 The Animals' hit). My father was a big fan of traditional music.
One thing I've never heard repeated since: "The only things a gambler needs are a suitcase & a gun..."
Folk music changes over time, but I kind of prefer it the old way.
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Sound up. Smiles on.
November 29, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Sound up. Smiles on.
Looks like he's having "a day"...
Day 1247 of my Nature Photo Challenge and here's the grumpy neighbour at the next picnic table across from us
This one is titled "Bad hair and attitude day" 🤗 #inspiringnature #wildlife #naturephotography #MentalHealthMatters
#365DaysWild
This one is titled "Bad hair and attitude day" 🤗 #inspiringnature #wildlife #naturephotography #MentalHealthMatters
#365DaysWild
November 28, 2025 at 11:58 PM
Looks like he's having "a day"...
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Here are my top 10 dogs carrying big sticks!
November 25, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Here are my top 10 dogs carrying big sticks!
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This is Bear. He is in charge of supervising Thanksgiving dinner preparation. Appointed himself to the role, but takes it very seriously. 14/10 (TT: emileebellant)
November 27, 2025 at 5:25 PM
This is Bear. He is in charge of supervising Thanksgiving dinner preparation. Appointed himself to the role, but takes it very seriously. 14/10 (TT: emileebellant)
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Damn cocaine bears, making deals behind the shed again
November 27, 2025 at 11:59 PM
Damn cocaine bears, making deals behind the shed again
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Happy Thanksgiving, everyone. Had to post a picture of one of the many smart turkeys that came to visit our orchard when we lived in Grants Pass. The feeder was squirrel proof, but not turkey proof 🤷♀️😂🦃
#Thanksgiving #Holiday
#Turkey #Bird
#Oregon #PNW
#Photography
#Thanksgiving #Holiday
#Turkey #Bird
#Oregon #PNW
#Photography
November 27, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone. Had to post a picture of one of the many smart turkeys that came to visit our orchard when we lived in Grants Pass. The feeder was squirrel proof, but not turkey proof 🤷♀️😂🦃
#Thanksgiving #Holiday
#Turkey #Bird
#Oregon #PNW
#Photography
#Thanksgiving #Holiday
#Turkey #Bird
#Oregon #PNW
#Photography
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It feels really performative at this point, but a reminder that it’s National Day of Mourning for Native folks
Relatedly, thousands of Native women are still disappearing and agencies are doing fuck all about it
Learn more here:
www.niwrc.org/mmiwr-awaren...
And here:
notournativedaughters.org
Relatedly, thousands of Native women are still disappearing and agencies are doing fuck all about it
Learn more here:
www.niwrc.org/mmiwr-awaren...
And here:
notournativedaughters.org
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives (MMIWR) | NIWRC
www.niwrc.org
November 27, 2025 at 11:39 PM
It feels really performative at this point, but a reminder that it’s National Day of Mourning for Native folks
Relatedly, thousands of Native women are still disappearing and agencies are doing fuck all about it
Learn more here:
www.niwrc.org/mmiwr-awaren...
And here:
notournativedaughters.org
Relatedly, thousands of Native women are still disappearing and agencies are doing fuck all about it
Learn more here:
www.niwrc.org/mmiwr-awaren...
And here:
notournativedaughters.org
Oh, no, I forgot!
November 28, 2025 at 12:15 AM
Oh, no, I forgot!
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Few patients appeal a health insurance denial, but a little-known process that requires insurers and plans to seek an independent opinion can force insurers to pay for what can be lifesaving treatment.
Here’s what experts say you need to know.
Here’s what experts say you need to know.
This Little-Known Appeal Could Force Your Insurer to Pay for Lifesaving Care. Here’s How to File It.
When a health insurer refuses to pay for your treatment, you may have the right to have the denial reviewed — and potentially overturned — by an independent provider. Here are six steps experts sugges...
www.propublica.org
November 28, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Few patients appeal a health insurance denial, but a little-known process that requires insurers and plans to seek an independent opinion can force insurers to pay for what can be lifesaving treatment.
Here’s what experts say you need to know.
Here’s what experts say you need to know.
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A sad irony in Washington, D.C., where West Virginia National Guardsmen were shot today. Six days ago, a court ruled their deployment was illegal, but stayed the order pending appeal. My heart goes out to these public servants and their families. oag.dc.gov/sites/defaul...
November 26, 2025 at 11:48 PM
A sad irony in Washington, D.C., where West Virginia National Guardsmen were shot today. Six days ago, a court ruled their deployment was illegal, but stayed the order pending appeal. My heart goes out to these public servants and their families. oag.dc.gov/sites/defaul...
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In the richest city in the richest country on the planet, the thing we can’t afford is to forget those who are left hungry.
November 27, 2025 at 9:50 PM
In the richest city in the richest country on the planet, the thing we can’t afford is to forget those who are left hungry.
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Public libraries shutting down to remove books “in secret” because of ideological pressure is not democracy at work. Using grants and administrative leverage to force political conformity in a public institution meant to serve everyone is an intimidation tactic.
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Tennessee public libraries close for Trump-inspired book purge
One hundred and eighty-one public libraries in Tennessee are reviewing their children’s collections after Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett (R) ordered them to remove books with LGBTQ themes or...
popular.info
November 26, 2025 at 11:24 PM
Public libraries shutting down to remove books “in secret” because of ideological pressure is not democracy at work. Using grants and administrative leverage to force political conformity in a public institution meant to serve everyone is an intimidation tactic.
popular.info/p/tennessee-...
popular.info/p/tennessee-...
Every writer...
My Brain:
"Psst, here's a great idea for your book."
Me:
"I'm busy. I'll write it down later. I'll remember it."
Morgan Freeman:
"But he did not remember it, for his brain soon moved on to wonder how cottage cheese gets made."
#WritingCommunity #BookSky #WriteSky
"Psst, here's a great idea for your book."
Me:
"I'm busy. I'll write it down later. I'll remember it."
Morgan Freeman:
"But he did not remember it, for his brain soon moved on to wonder how cottage cheese gets made."
#WritingCommunity #BookSky #WriteSky
November 27, 2025 at 11:53 PM
Every writer...