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Hope
@hopeamico.com
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they/them•letterpress printer•writer•teaching artist
moody skies•short stories•creative practice
I make collage when I can't sleep.
💌 Keep Writing project since 2008 💌

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Hope @hopeamico.com · 8d
Starts Sunday! Make time for journaling and checking in with freinds. hopeamico.com/classes #paywhatyoucan #notaflof #together #write #writing #mentalhealth #queer #queerwriter
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You know one of the stories that has kind of blown my mind is Haven Watch. Some lady realized people who got released from the Whipple were just dumped outside with no phone or coat and decided she could do something about this, like a month ago.

But there are a ton of similar stories.
ziibiing.com ashley fairbanks @ziibiing.com · 15h
if everyone could take on the “what if we just did the thing instead of waiting for it to happen” energy that much of minneapolis has right now, the world could be pretty good
February 7, 2026 at 12:03 AM
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You can still
join us sunday to write about what bringing you down and lifting you up.
All proceeds will
be donated to a neighborhood grocery insurance Minneapolis who is feeding their neighbors.
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#write #writing #journaling #sunday #onlineclass
February 6, 2026 at 3:55 PM
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day 6 of Februllage: jellyfish.
A month of collage prompts I’m using to write mini stories .
#love #writer #collage #jellyfish
February 6, 2026 at 3:42 PM
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maybe I’m starting to get the hang of this? Februllage day 5, Star, collage and original text.
#collage #write #writer #mixedmedia #contemporarycollage #pnw
a collage of blue papers with gold and handwritten text that reads: somewhere in central oregon trying to crack open this relentless sadness trying to unstick the past fifteen years if fire won’t burn it away if water won’t wash me free maybe maybe the darkest forest split to reveal a million stars will break me open with wonder.
February 5, 2026 at 7:42 PM
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thetnholler.bsky.social
BRENTWOOD, TN — “No justice, no Peace! ICE off our streets!”

Brentwood High school students walk out to protest ICE…

From the Tennessean : www.instagram.com/reel/DUYPKwH...
February 5, 2026 at 7:30 PM
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allisonanne.com
came up with an approach for Februllage (a month-long series of collage prompts from @rhedfawell.bsky.social & @missprinted.bsky.social) that's realistically adapted to current circumstances in my home state of MN. using this busted-up board book, i'll work through the #februllage prompts this month
die-cut board book with paper collage on the cover die-cut board book with paper collage on the cover book from above close up of abstract collage
February 5, 2026 at 5:15 AM
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Februllage fat four and the handwriting took a sharp turn towards illegible but here you go: Broccoli.
#februllage #collage #broccoli #pizza #eatyourveggies #collageart
February 5, 2026 at 4:55 AM
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greenmtndocs.bsky.social
My brave little state.
Fears of ICE Surge Galvanize Vermonters to Respond www.sevendaysvt.com/news/immigra...
Fears of ICE Surge Galvanize Vermonters to Respond | Seven Days
The threat of a large-scale immigration enforcement surge in Vermont has galvanized elected leaders and community organizers to prepare with a greater sense of urgency.
www.sevendaysvt.com
February 4, 2026 at 4:24 PM
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athenagabriel.bsky.social
Thousands showed up in Seattle—nurses, doctors, educators—people who heal and protect life. Congress is voting to fund ICE instead of care. The public is choosing dignity and health. Lawmakers should listen.
#FundHealthcareOverICE

Let’s unite in compassion
February 3, 2026 at 10:40 PM
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glennsummers.bsky.social
New fuck/marry/kill list just dropped
February 4, 2026 at 6:05 AM
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mprnews.org
A manager for the Immigrant Defense Network told MPR News that back in November, 2,500 people were trained as constitutional observers. Now, the total is nearly 30,000 trained observers in 77 of Minnesota's 87 counties.
Nearly 30,000 Minnesotans trained as constitutional observers
The Immigrant Defense Network works with more than 100 organizations to help train constitutional observers. At the end of November, there were 2,500 trained observers. That number has soared as more ...
www.mprnews.org
February 3, 2026 at 3:03 PM
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day three of februllage. collage and mini story for you.
#collage #teengoth #goth #highschool #ballet #art #writing #flashfiction
February 4, 2026 at 5:56 AM
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allisonanne.com
there is a really urgent & important for rent support for Mercado Central, a Latino cooperative that houses 35 small family businesses. they need help to pay rent & keep this very special place going. MC is so important, please read their story and chip in/share! they're 51% of the way there!
Donate to Help Save Mercado Central from Closure, organized by Cooperativa Mercado Central
Mercado Central, a cooperative founded by latino entrepeneurs with… Cooperativa Mercado Central needs your support for Help Save Mercado Central from Closure
www.gofundme.com
February 4, 2026 at 3:29 AM
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cookies and supporting trans girls? win win.
erininthemorning.com Erin Reed @erininthemorning.com · 4d
Hey everyone!

Huge news! Our trans girl scout list has sold a total of 146,000 boxes as of today!

But MANY trans girl scouts only have 20, 30, 40 boxes sold.

I just resorted our list to put those on the top.

Go get your girl scout cookies and make a trans kid's day!
2026 Trans Girl Scouts To Order Cookies From!
This year, consider ordering your Girl Scout cookies from a trans girl scout to make their day!
www.erininthemorning.com
February 3, 2026 at 2:29 AM
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Vibe Check for a some Black History month recs and gossip! One of my recent faves. Thank you @theferocity.bsky.social and @zachstafford.bsky.social
A Celebration (and Corrective) of Black History Month - Vibe Check | iHeart
<p>On this episode of Vibe Check, Saeed and Zach are back with another rendition of modern scriptures, but this time, it’s all about Black History Month.</p><p> </p> <p><p>You can find everything Vibe...
www.iheart.com
February 3, 2026 at 12:17 AM
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Februllage day 2: toast. I’m using the collage prompts as a way to experiment with flash fiction and collage, inspired by @toreajade.bsky.social and @sadcoreandpancakes.bsky.social .
#collage #writing #flashfiction #queerart #artist #writer #pnw #portland
February 2, 2026 at 9:57 PM
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theferocity.bsky.social
Wait, they are they in Italy??????
ayoobkk1984.bsky.social Ayoob Kerala @ayoobkk1984.bsky.social · 6d
Milan protesters call for U.S. ICE agents to leave Italy as Winter Games approach

People take part in a demonstration against US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) ahead of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games in Milan, Italy, on January 31, 2026. A branch of the US Immigration and Customs…
Milan protesters call for U.S. ICE agents to leave Italy as Winter Games approach
People take part in a demonstration against US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) ahead of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games in Milan, Italy, on January 31, 2026. A branch of the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will help support security operations for the Winter Olympics in Italy, sparking consternation and warnings they were not welcome. PIERO CRUCIATTI/AFP hide caption &hellip;
aitrendus.com
January 31, 2026 at 9:52 PM
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sinnamonscouture.bsky.social
The one and only @durandbernarr.bsky.social WINS A GRAMMY FOR THE
"BEST PROGRESSIVE
R&B ALBUM" 🏆 #Grammys
February 1, 2026 at 10:34 PM
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sadcoreandpancakes.bsky.social
Printing whistles, all day every day, because these are things that can happen when you wander into @mostlybree.kitrocha.com’s sphere of influence.
A close up of flat, rectangular whistles with loops for lanyards or keychains. They are mixed colors, some a matte gradient of sky blue to lipstick pink, others are a shiny green/gold with blue and red undertones depending on the angle. A close up of flat, rectangular whistles with loops for lanyards or keychains. They are mixed colors, some a matte gradient of turquoise to blue to pink, some are a shiny green/gold with blue and red undertones depending on the angle, and there are a lot of red/orange variegated whistles and some full rainbow ones.
February 2, 2026 at 1:57 AM
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they say you can’t destroy the masters house using the masters tools but you can f*ck w them a little.
dieworkwear.bsky.social derek guy @dieworkwear.bsky.social · 5d
read online that someone set-up a premium rate phone number where callers get charged $3.99/ min. then they posted flyers in their neighborhood that said "call this number to report illegal aliens," but the number just puts them on hold with music. so far, they've made $17,000
February 2, 2026 at 5:35 AM
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@februllage day one—a month of collage prompts. this year i’m using prompts for flash fiction and collage. #februllage #collage #write #queerwriter #boom #art #prompt
February 2, 2026 at 5:25 AM
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www.instagram.com/p/DUL5IC9Ad4...
Oregon, you can call your legislators about this package which includes would prevent cuts to SNAP and healthcare, funds legal care for those who can't afford it, bans raids and masked agents.
Juan Carlos Gonzalez on Instagram: "Every Oregon family deserves the chance to feel safe, stay together, and thrive. ❌🧊 On February 2, state lawmakers begin a fast-paced 35-day session. The Immigrant...
1,627 likes, 31 comments - jcgonzalezor on January 31, 2026: "Every Oregon family deserves the chance to feel safe, stay together, and thrive. ❌🧊 On February 2, state lawmakers begin a fast-paced 35-...
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February 1, 2026 at 11:18 PM
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Our first Anti-Deperession Journaling Club Sunday was great--time to write, and connect with others. And today I donated $100 to the Portland Immigrant Rights Coalition, and Family FOod Dirtro in New Orleans.
You can still join us!
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#collage #write #fundraiser
ONLINE: Anti-Depression Journaling Club — hope amico
Sundays February 1, 8, 15, 22 1-2:30 pm PST Online, NOT recorded new class! sliding scale with 2/3 proceeds donated Register here to save your spot, choose your payment method, and don’t forget ...
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February 1, 2026 at 10:53 PM
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STARTS TOMORROW. join us getting out the sads and angry on paper, though I also support smashing things, and screaming at the moon, whatever it takes to keep going. sliding sclae, NOTAFLOF and at least 2/3 of proceeds will be donated.
#write #queer #together #class #online #journal #journaling #art
ONLINE: Anti-Depression Journaling Club — hope amico
Sundays February 1, 8, 15, 22 1-2:30 pm PST Online, NOT recorded new class! sliding scale with 2/3 proceeds donated Register here to save your spot, choose your payment method, and don’t forget ...
hopeamico.com
January 31, 2026 at 10:40 PM
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jwjpdx.bsky.social
Please join us on Saturday to stand together as Portland labor to say in a unified voice: ICE OUT!

📢LABOR SAYS ICE OUT!
Rally & March
Saturday, January 31 from 3 - 4:30pm
Elizabeth Caruthers Park (3508 S. Moody Ave)

JWJ will be proudly flying our banner, please bring yours!
Labor says ICE OUT! Rally and March Saturday, January 31 from 3 - 4:30pm Elizabeth Caruthers Park (3508 S. Moody Ave)
January 28, 2026 at 5:04 PM