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Juli Hoffman
@julihoffman.bsky.social
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She/They, Writer, Reader, Photographer, Herder of Cats, Collector of Dusty/Old Things.
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Dec 13
I gave #ChatGPT this prompt: "Based on what you know about me. Draw a picture of what you think my current life looks like."

Here was its response:

*Note, the ALT description it gave was kind of fantastic. I now wish I could live up to ChatGPT's expectations. 😅
The scene portrays a cozy, lived-in home that radiates warmth, comfort, and a sense of mindful intention. The central focus is a softly lit living room with a gentle, ambient glow coming from rechargeable candles placed on wall-mounted shelves. The flickering of the candlelight adds a sense of calm and serenity to the space. On a plush, inviting couch, a gray tabby cat, presumably Steve, is curled up and resting peacefully. His relaxed posture symbolizes a feeling of safety, contentment, and homey tranquility. Next to the couch is a small side table holding an open planner. The planner is brightly colored and neatly sectioned with visible headings labeled “Rest,” “Reflection,” and “Renewal” — symbolic of the user's intentional approach to seasonal planning and self-improvement. The pages are filled with small, tidy notes, giving a sense of careful organization and thoughtfulness. In the background, the kitchen area is partially visible. A crockpot on the kitchen counter releases soft wisps of steam, indicating a meal is being prepared — a nod to the user’s routine of using crockpot meals for simplicity and efficiency. Nearby, there are meal prep containers neatly arranged, suggesting readiness and preparedness for the days ahead. On the right side of the image, there is a glimpse of a bathroom vanity. The vanity is clean and minimalist, with neatly organized personal care items like bottles and jars. The simplicity of the layout reflects the user's dedication to decluttering and maintaining a calm, functional space. The entire atmosphere of the image evokes a sense of peaceful balance. It tells the story of someone actively working toward personal growth, organization, and thoughtful daily routines. Small, intentional details like the flickering candles, resting cat, and open planner suggest a life focused on mindfulness, planning, and making space for both productivity and rest.
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Dec 13
I love the ALT description Chat gave me. 😅 Here's what I got:
The scene portrays a cozy, lived-in home that radiates warmth, comfort, and a sense of mindful intention. The central focus is a softly lit living room with a gentle, ambient glow coming from rechargeable candles placed on wall-mounted shelves. The flickering of the candlelight adds a sense of calm and serenity to the space. On a plush, inviting couch, a gray tabby cat, presumably Steve, is curled up and resting peacefully. His relaxed posture symbolizes a feeling of safety, contentment, and homey tranquility. Next to the couch is a small side table holding an open planner. The planner is brightly colored and neatly sectioned with visible headings labeled “Rest,” “Reflection,” and “Renewal” — symbolic of the user's intentional approach to seasonal planning and self-improvement. The pages are filled with small, tidy notes, giving a sense of careful organization and thoughtfulness. In the background, the kitchen area is partially visible. A crockpot on the kitchen counter releases soft wisps of steam, indicating a meal is being prepared — a nod to the user’s routine of using crockpot meals for simplicity and efficiency. Nearby, there are meal prep containers neatly arranged, suggesting readiness and preparedness for the days ahead. On the right side of the image, there is a glimpse of a bathroom vanity. The vanity is clean and minimalist, with neatly organized personal care items like bottles and jars. The simplicity of the layout reflects the user's dedication to decluttering and maintaining a calm, functional space. The entire atmosphere of the image evokes a sense of peaceful balance. It tells the story of someone actively working toward personal growth, organization, and thoughtful daily routines. Small, intentional details like the flickering candles, resting cat, and open planner suggest a life focused on mindfulness, planning, and making space for both productivity and rest.
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Chuck Wendig @chuckwendig.bsky.social · Nov 22
Yesterday was foxes. Today is -- *spins the photo wheel* -- squirrels. *immediately drops you into a pit full of squirrels*

(all photos by me)

(don't forget to use alt text, folks, alt text is good)
A squirrel in center left of frame is in a tree with paws up and an awed face as it regards the red and purple fruit of a wild black cherry tree. The leaves are green and branches surround the squirrel. The squirrel is giving off real KHAJIT HAS WARES IF YOU HAVE COIN energy. He is definitely trying to sell you those cherries. Do not buy them. (Photo by me, Chuck Wendig) A tight closeup on a squirrel on a leaf-strewn lawn -- the squirrel is hunched forward with his fore-paws up and curled under him, in quite honestly what is the pose of a velociraptor. The squirrel is gray and brown. The squirrel is giving strong "FIGHT ME BRO" energy. He almst looks beefy, like he's been taking squirrel-enhancing drugs. (Photo by me, Chuck Wendig) Portrait oriented photo -- close up of a squirrel on the side of the tree, except I've rotated the photo so that the squirrel is level with the bottom of the photo, facing right instead of down. Can only see squirrel's head and forepaws, rest is out of frame. The squirrel's eyes are narrowed as if he is trying to nap. He has some schmutz under his chin, like he just ate a messy lunch. His paws cling to the dark park of the tree "beneath" him but also there is a tree "above" him (they're technically trunks of the same tree). The squirrel is giving off real "JUST ATE A BUNCH OF YARD MUSHROOMS AND AM HIGH AS FUCK" vibes. I apologize that I have gendered the squirrel -- I do not know what sex the animal is, I just went with "dude" for all these squirrels. (Photo by me, Chuck Wendig) Portrait photo of squirrel in center of frame sitting on angled branch of a big crabapple tree. The squirrel has its body turned half to the right, and is chowing down on a crabapple with what is truly a face of delight. The squirrel looks happy. This is a happy squirrel, clutching its little crabapple (kind of an orangey, now-mushy fruit) in his forepaws. Can only see one of his lower paws on the tree. He's chunky. His tail is poofy and curled up behind him. Giving off real CHUCK WENDIG IS GIDDILY EATING AN APPLE energy. (Photo by me, Chuck Wendig)
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Nov 22
You have mastered alt text! It is now mandatory for me to always read the alt text. 🐿
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Nov 22
Happy Friday! It was fun talking with you! ☕ 🥾
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Nov 22
I like the finish on those!
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Nov 22
Their own big toe? "Oh mighty digit, provide me with the divine guidance I require to continue to walk where no other god has walked before." 😅
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Nov 22
Well, good morning!
The image shows a close-up of an adorable ginger tabby cat curled up contentedly around a ceramic mug or cup. The cat's eyes are gently closed, indicating it is in a blissful, relaxed state. Its fur appears soft and fluffy, with stripes of orange, brown, and white. The cat is nestled cozily within the mug, seeming to perfectly fit inside it. The overall scene conveys a sense of comfort, warmth, and pure feline contentment.
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Nov 22
Also add ALT text to any pictures or videos you post. This was new to me. It makes this site easier to follow for people with visual needs. We love an inclusive site! Poe is a great, free AI tool for creating captions in seconds. It's what I've been using.
The image provides tips for moving from the platform Xitter to the platform Bsky. It is titled "Tips: moving from Xitter to Bsky". The key points are: Before following people, fill out your profile bio, PFP (profile picture), banner, and post at least 5-10 things. Reuse your top 10 banger tweets - recycling is encouraged. This helps people see you aren't a bot when they check your profile. Turn off NSFW filters in your settings. Find your friends from Xitter using SkyFollowerBridge.com, which can locate the majority of people you were following. Follow a few feeds related to your interests, such as "Catch Up" for best posts of the week, "Only Posts" to see new posts from those you follow, and "FollowersLike" to discover random things your followers liked. Turn on "Show Posts From My Feeds" in your settings to sprinkle random posts from your feeds into your main Home feed. Block trolls often - don't interact with them. Do not let content scrapers overwhelm the site - block them using the instructions provided. Use alt text to make images accessible. Likes on reposts do not trigger notifications, so mix in more regular posts and quotes. It's time to rebuild your presence on Bsky, but the best time is right now.
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Nov 22
Lists! You need to make lists and add people to them as you follow. That way, you can control your feed. If there are news sources you follow, put them on the same list. Then click that list, and you will only get their feeds. It's cool to organize your feed.
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Nov 22
You know that feeling when it's your day off and you can FINALLY sleep in?
No?
You're awake, too?
Well...Good Morning!

#6amThoughts
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Nov 22
Right! I also love how many styles they carry. Meanwhile, Doc Marten started making their shoes in China around 2007. Nothing wrong with them. They're still well-made, but I like the lore of originals. It's cool that Solovair has been making shoes for so long, and English boots are nice!
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Nov 22
That's awesome!
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Nov 22
I just finished "The Water Dancer" by Ta-Nehisi Coates. This isn't a lighthearted read, but it's a beautifully written book, and the ending was satisfying. I loved the way the author phrased things. And the audiobook is enjoyable as well. Highly recommend.
The image shows the cover of a book titled "The Water Dancer" by Ta-Nehisi Coates. The cover features a striking underwater scene with swirling, vibrant colors and shapes that resemble flowing water and marine life. The title and author's name are displayed prominently at the top, and the subtitle "A Novel" is included at the bottom. The overall design conveys a sense of the fantastical and the mysterious, evoking the themes and imagery that are likely explored within the book.
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Nov 22
That's good to hear! Just got this book from the library this evening. So far, it seems like it has an intriguing premise.
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Nov 22
Reading "The Measure" by Nikki Erlick for book club. Has anyone else read this? What did you think?

#BookClub #TheMeasure #NikkiErlick
The image is the book cover for "The Measure" by Nikki Erlick. The cover features a vibrant yellow background with a large, stylized bouquet of blue and black flowers in the center. The title "THE MEASURE" is prominently displayed in white text. The author's name "NIKKI ERLICK" is shown at the bottom. In the top right corner, there is a circular "Read with Jenna" logo, which indicates this book was selected for Jenna's book club. The floral design is abstract and artistic, with intricate details and overlapping petals and leaves in shades of blue, black, and grey. The overall effect is a striking and visually appealing book cover that immediately draws the eye and conveys a sense of thoughtfulness and creativity.
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Nov 22
us.nps-solovair.com/collections/...
Black Hi-Shine 8 Eye Derby Boot | Solovair | Handmade in England
Black Hi-Shine 8 Eye Derby Boot made of leather using Goodyear welted construction with a signature soft suspension sole. Handmade in Wollaston, Northamptonshire, England.
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Nov 22
Solovair is the original parent company of Doc Martens, and they are still making them. Very cool story.
us.nps-solovair.com/pages/history
History
The only official online store for Solovair, Gripfast and NPS Shoes. Made in England at the NPS factory located in Wollaston, Northamptonshire. We are aware of fraudulent websites! The official NPS S...
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Nov 21
"You will survive, and you will find purpose in the chaos. Moving on doesn’t mean letting go."
– Mary VanHaute
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Nov 21
Beautiful screenshots!
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Nov 21
I enjoyed this video from Nate B. Jones. Maybe you will find this helpful, too.
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The Liberty Pear @thelibertypear.com · Nov 20
Then, Jesus Said….

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Then, Jesus Said...
What would Jesus do?
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SLAD @slademocrats.bsky.social · Nov 20
Great turnout for our SLAD meeting last night. More than 100 Dems ready to continue the fight!
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Juli Hoffman @julihoffman.bsky.social · Nov 20
I live in a small town in Michigan. I went to my first local Democratic PAC meeting and met my State Representative, Jason Morgan. It's time I became active on a local level. 😎 Feeling more hopeful than I did before the meeting. LOTS of work to do!
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Paul Frazee @pfrazee.com · Nov 19
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Please accept this coupon to rectify this, which allows you to imagine you got 10 more likes on your post than you did
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