Laura
@bookgrl.bsky.social
A wife, mom, sister and daughter and a human attendant to two mildly spoiled cats. I WILL finish my MLIS degree in Spring 2026. Reader of books, history geek, knitter, and did I mention reading ?
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A lone bird near the pier, stripped down to shape and posture against a simple background. Coastal stillness, held in place for a moment.
If scenes like this slow you down, sharing it helps it travel.
#Photography #ScottKissPhoto
If scenes like this slow you down, sharing it helps it travel.
#Photography #ScottKissPhoto
February 6, 2026 at 5:06 PM
A lone bird near the pier, stripped down to shape and posture against a simple background. Coastal stillness, held in place for a moment.
If scenes like this slow you down, sharing it helps it travel.
#Photography #ScottKissPhoto
If scenes like this slow you down, sharing it helps it travel.
#Photography #ScottKissPhoto
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Just taking a moment to breathe an enjoy the roses of Ann Lowe and her trademark appliqués, fabric florals that she had perfected at a young age when she helped with her mother’s dressmaking business. This gown, mid #1960s #NMAAHC #FashionHistory 🗃️🪡
February 6, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Just taking a moment to breathe an enjoy the roses of Ann Lowe and her trademark appliqués, fabric florals that she had perfected at a young age when she helped with her mother’s dressmaking business. This gown, mid #1960s #NMAAHC #FashionHistory 🗃️🪡
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this sums up my week
February 5, 2026 at 11:31 PM
this sums up my week
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JUST IN: A federal judge has barred ICE and DHS from using taxpayer information provided by the IRS.
Judge Talwani says that DHS' view that noncitizens lack 4th amendment rights — combined with ICE use of administrative warrants — is a recipe for abuse.
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
Judge Talwani says that DHS' view that noncitizens lack 4th amendment rights — combined with ICE use of administrative warrants — is a recipe for abuse.
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
February 5, 2026 at 9:55 PM
JUST IN: A federal judge has barred ICE and DHS from using taxpayer information provided by the IRS.
Judge Talwani says that DHS' view that noncitizens lack 4th amendment rights — combined with ICE use of administrative warrants — is a recipe for abuse.
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
Judge Talwani says that DHS' view that noncitizens lack 4th amendment rights — combined with ICE use of administrative warrants — is a recipe for abuse.
storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
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CNN in Minneapolis: We are seeing thousands and thousands of people, we've been standing on the corner here for the past ten minutes. This this crowd has not let up. It's just continuous.
January 30, 2026 at 9:19 PM
CNN in Minneapolis: We are seeing thousands and thousands of people, we've been standing on the corner here for the past ten minutes. This this crowd has not let up. It's just continuous.
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A retired Minneapolis couple who had guns pointed at them by ICE in a church parking lot.
"They were obviously not trained at all. I've known many police officers in my life. These people were right off the streets."
"They had the professional demeanor of criminals."
ht: @paulgraham.bsky.social
"They were obviously not trained at all. I've known many police officers in my life. These people were right off the streets."
"They had the professional demeanor of criminals."
ht: @paulgraham.bsky.social
January 28, 2026 at 7:09 PM
A retired Minneapolis couple who had guns pointed at them by ICE in a church parking lot.
"They were obviously not trained at all. I've known many police officers in my life. These people were right off the streets."
"They had the professional demeanor of criminals."
ht: @paulgraham.bsky.social
"They were obviously not trained at all. I've known many police officers in my life. These people were right off the streets."
"They had the professional demeanor of criminals."
ht: @paulgraham.bsky.social
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I wrote this song on Saturday, recorded it yesterday and released it to you today in response to the state terror being visited on the city of Minneapolis. It’s dedicated to the people of Minneapolis, our innocent immigrant neighbors and in memory of Alex Pretti and Renee Good.
Stay free
Stay free
Bruce Springsteen - Streets Of Minneapolis (Official Audio)
YouTube video by Bruce Springsteen
youtu.be
January 28, 2026 at 5:02 PM
I wrote this song on Saturday, recorded it yesterday and released it to you today in response to the state terror being visited on the city of Minneapolis. It’s dedicated to the people of Minneapolis, our innocent immigrant neighbors and in memory of Alex Pretti and Renee Good.
Stay free
Stay free
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The Trump administration is moving forward with plans that could dramatically shrink the FEMA, according to court filings. In documents submitted late Tuesday, groups warned that the Department of Homeland Security (which oversees FEMA) may cut more than 10,000 agency jobs which is 50% of staff.
thehill.com
January 28, 2026 at 6:25 PM
The Trump administration is moving forward with plans that could dramatically shrink the FEMA, according to court filings. In documents submitted late Tuesday, groups warned that the Department of Homeland Security (which oversees FEMA) may cut more than 10,000 agency jobs which is 50% of staff.
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At least two U.S. citizens have been shot and killed by federal agents since a major operation began in Minnesota.
Target CEO Joins Minnesota Businesses Urging ‘Deescalation’ After Latest Shooting In Minneapolis
At least two U.S. citizens have been shot and killed by federal agents since a major operation began in Minnesota.
www.forbes.com
January 25, 2026 at 9:10 PM
At least two U.S. citizens have been shot and killed by federal agents since a major operation began in Minnesota.
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You can write a note of encouragement and support for those on the ground to read when things get tough.
What a beautiful idea.
What a beautiful idea.
I added a page to the website where you can send a little love note to folks in Minnesota.
I keep getting lovely emails about how people are inspired by the resistance, but I would like to actually put these together for folks on the ground to read when they need to.
I keep getting lovely emails about how people are inspired by the resistance, but I would like to actually put these together for folks on the ground to read when they need to.
Send a Love Note — Stand With Minnesota Donation Directory
www.standwithminnesota.com
January 26, 2026 at 11:23 PM
You can write a note of encouragement and support for those on the ground to read when things get tough.
What a beautiful idea.
What a beautiful idea.
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Yesterday, over 30,000 people protested against ICE in below-zero temperatures. Amazing work, everyone. Minnesota strong. Tomorrow, there will be more of us.
January 24, 2026 at 2:04 PM
Yesterday, over 30,000 people protested against ICE in below-zero temperatures. Amazing work, everyone. Minnesota strong. Tomorrow, there will be more of us.
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Here's a fairly large and riotous flower oil painting on board that found a buyer. I think I only posted a photo of this in progress a month or so ago but not the finished painting. I won't attempt to name all the flowers but they're from my garden.
#oilpainting #flowers #botanical
#oilpainting #flowers #botanical
January 23, 2026 at 7:33 AM
Here's a fairly large and riotous flower oil painting on board that found a buyer. I think I only posted a photo of this in progress a month or so ago but not the finished painting. I won't attempt to name all the flowers but they're from my garden.
#oilpainting #flowers #botanical
#oilpainting #flowers #botanical
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🌹 random rose 🌹
August 21st 2024
August 21st 2024
January 23, 2026 at 7:40 AM
🌹 random rose 🌹
August 21st 2024
August 21st 2024
Ok explanation for bread and milk buying! Y’all stay safe out there!
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Papa Mississippi on Instagram: "So why do we buy bread and milk? Specifically whenever a winter storm is approaching? Turns out it’s not so much necessity, it’s psychology. And we can blame New Englan...
109 likes, 7 comments - papa_mississippi on January 23, 2026: "So why do we buy bread and milk? Specifically whenever a winter storm is approaching? Turns out it’s not so much necessity, it’s psycholo...
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January 23, 2026 at 8:13 PM
Ok explanation for bread and milk buying! Y’all stay safe out there!
www.instagram.com/reel/DT3LYFo...
www.instagram.com/reel/DT3LYFo...
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DO IT!!
In solidarity with today's ICE OUT OF MINNESOTA blackout, MinnMax is donating $1 to the Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota for every share of this Bluesky post for the next hour.
January 23, 2026 at 6:44 PM
DO IT!!
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This girl is riding out the cold in a heated bed, with a dryer-warmed blanket. Spoiled bum.
January 22, 2026 at 2:52 PM
This girl is riding out the cold in a heated bed, with a dryer-warmed blanket. Spoiled bum.
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January 19, 2026 at 10:44 PM
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The Prime Minister of Belgium speaks:
January 20, 2026 at 12:47 PM
The Prime Minister of Belgium speaks:
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Today’s service has not been up to snuff this morning, and Frankie would like to speak with the manager.
January 20, 2026 at 3:11 PM
Today’s service has not been up to snuff this morning, and Frankie would like to speak with the manager.
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A major victory. A federal judge has ruled that ICE must stop targeting peaceful protesters and legal observers who are not suspected of any crimes.
January 17, 2026 at 3:09 AM
A major victory. A federal judge has ruled that ICE must stop targeting peaceful protesters and legal observers who are not suspected of any crimes.
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Warning: Reports indicate immigration checkpoints along major interstates in Oklahoma, with Interstate 40 most impacted.
January 15, 2026 at 8:51 PM
Warning: Reports indicate immigration checkpoints along major interstates in Oklahoma, with Interstate 40 most impacted.
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This interview with @librarianjones.com is terrific! I’m always amazed by Amanda’s positivity and energy despite continued attacks on her professionalism and integrity. Heed her advice at the end to follow @heykellyjensen.bsky.social to keep current on censorship.
The Library Changemaker: Amanda Jones — Future Hindsight
We discuss the dangers of book bans and censorship, the power of civic action on the local level, and the intersection of libraries and human rights.
www.futurehindsight.com
January 12, 2026 at 2:16 PM
This interview with @librarianjones.com is terrific! I’m always amazed by Amanda’s positivity and energy despite continued attacks on her professionalism and integrity. Heed her advice at the end to follow @heykellyjensen.bsky.social to keep current on censorship.