kristenacity
@kristenacity.com
aka Kay
I'm a Vermonter, cow scritcher, rock collector, kayaker, chiweenie caretaker, and on a pub trivia team with my smartypants spouse.
Trying my hand at writing middle-grade fiction
Always open to beta reading gigs
I'm a Vermonter, cow scritcher, rock collector, kayaker, chiweenie caretaker, and on a pub trivia team with my smartypants spouse.
Trying my hand at writing middle-grade fiction
Always open to beta reading gigs
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"in the street of money in the city of money in the country of money,
our great country of money, we (forgive us)
lived happily during the war."
- Ilya Kaminsky
our great country of money, we (forgive us)
lived happily during the war."
- Ilya Kaminsky
February 9, 2026 at 12:12 PM
"in the street of money in the city of money in the country of money,
our great country of money, we (forgive us)
lived happily during the war."
- Ilya Kaminsky
our great country of money, we (forgive us)
lived happily during the war."
- Ilya Kaminsky
My husband grounded me from pub trivia today.
Sure, it's for my own good (back injury vs. hours on a thinly padded metal chair), and he'll miss trivia, too, and I love him for it, but I'll still pout a little.
Sure, it's for my own good (back injury vs. hours on a thinly padded metal chair), and he'll miss trivia, too, and I love him for it, but I'll still pout a little.
January 29, 2026 at 2:21 PM
My husband grounded me from pub trivia today.
Sure, it's for my own good (back injury vs. hours on a thinly padded metal chair), and he'll miss trivia, too, and I love him for it, but I'll still pout a little.
Sure, it's for my own good (back injury vs. hours on a thinly padded metal chair), and he'll miss trivia, too, and I love him for it, but I'll still pout a little.
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Burlington!
World famous and super cool cellist Matt Haimovitz is playing tomorrow Jan 30 at 6pm at Radio Bean.
This show is not to be missed!
www.radiobean.com/featuredshows
World famous and super cool cellist Matt Haimovitz is playing tomorrow Jan 30 at 6pm at Radio Bean.
This show is not to be missed!
www.radiobean.com/featuredshows
Featured Shows | radiobean
Featured Shows at Radio Bean, live music venue in Burlington, Vermont
www.radiobean.com
January 29, 2026 at 2:08 PM
Burlington!
World famous and super cool cellist Matt Haimovitz is playing tomorrow Jan 30 at 6pm at Radio Bean.
This show is not to be missed!
www.radiobean.com/featuredshows
World famous and super cool cellist Matt Haimovitz is playing tomorrow Jan 30 at 6pm at Radio Bean.
This show is not to be missed!
www.radiobean.com/featuredshows
For work reasons, my husband needs to reach someone at a Minneapolis-based company today. His Monday morning will suck if he doesn't, but you know... I hope anyone who would answer his call is taking part in the general strike, helping others, staying warm, and staying safe.
January 23, 2026 at 4:17 PM
For work reasons, my husband needs to reach someone at a Minneapolis-based company today. His Monday morning will suck if he doesn't, but you know... I hope anyone who would answer his call is taking part in the general strike, helping others, staying warm, and staying safe.
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Your Cherokee words for today.
The top word is English followed by how it is written in the Cherokee language followed by how it is spelled in English then how to pronounce it phonetically.
The top word is English followed by how it is written in the Cherokee language followed by how it is spelled in English then how to pronounce it phonetically.
January 20, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Your Cherokee words for today.
The top word is English followed by how it is written in the Cherokee language followed by how it is spelled in English then how to pronounce it phonetically.
The top word is English followed by how it is written in the Cherokee language followed by how it is spelled in English then how to pronounce it phonetically.
Looks like I'm a Chief Inspector in the Sûreté du Québec. Commute won't be bad but I'd better brush up on my French.
Soooo I’m an interdimensional warlock-ninja.
Or a consulting detective, if we’re counting short stories.
Or a consulting detective, if we’re counting short stories.
December 30, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Looks like I'm a Chief Inspector in the Sûreté du Québec. Commute won't be bad but I'd better brush up on my French.
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Moving forward, using all my breath
Debunking pop songs, science always second best
www.scientificamerican.com/article/if-i...
🧪 🔭
Debunking pop songs, science always second best
www.scientificamerican.com/article/if-i...
🧪 🔭
If I Stop the World, Will I Melt with You?
Depending on how you look at it, this catchphrase from a 1980s pop song is decently accurate: you can actually melt the planet if you stop its turning
www.scientificamerican.com
December 19, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Moving forward, using all my breath
Debunking pop songs, science always second best
www.scientificamerican.com/article/if-i...
🧪 🔭
Debunking pop songs, science always second best
www.scientificamerican.com/article/if-i...
🧪 🔭
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20 years ago tonight, Andy Samberg and Chris Parnell enjoyed a Lazy Sunday:
Lazy Sunday - SNL Digital Short
YouTube video by Saturday Night Live
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December 18, 2025 at 1:21 AM
20 years ago tonight, Andy Samberg and Chris Parnell enjoyed a Lazy Sunday:
Not only the writer of The Trouble with Tribbles, but a Vermonter. If you have anything left this season, here's someone who could use a little help.
In case you can’t quite place the name, this is the writer of classic Trek’s Trouble with Tribbles. Let’s help him out.
December 17, 2025 at 8:34 PM
Not only the writer of The Trouble with Tribbles, but a Vermonter. If you have anything left this season, here's someone who could use a little help.
I scanned the list, hoping in vain for a chance to point and chortle, "Ha! I'm no old fogey. I never ___!" Hell, I should probably accept bonus points for not only having an AOL address, but working there... when the software was on 3.5" diskettes.
Perfect score of 20 for myself. What about YOU? #OldAsDirt
December 14, 2025 at 3:05 AM
I scanned the list, hoping in vain for a chance to point and chortle, "Ha! I'm no old fogey. I never ___!" Hell, I should probably accept bonus points for not only having an AOL address, but working there... when the software was on 3.5" diskettes.
Outgoing packages go to the post office today: victory! I still need to write and mail cards... do I have cards somewhere? And the tree isn't up yet. Gifts to wrap. It's still a few weeks to Christmas, though, right?
Right?!?!
Right?!?!
December 12, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Outgoing packages go to the post office today: victory! I still need to write and mail cards... do I have cards somewhere? And the tree isn't up yet. Gifts to wrap. It's still a few weeks to Christmas, though, right?
Right?!?!
Right?!?!
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For the record, I will be swearing in on Octavia Butler’s Parable of the Sower after I’m elected.
Swear your oath ON the dome.
December 9, 2025 at 8:59 PM
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The Jims are such beauts. #ShoresyClassic
December 7, 2025 at 9:15 PM
The Jims are such beauts. #ShoresyClassic
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There are loads of great Christmas gift ideas at shop.maryrose.org - all proceeds go towards the maintenance and conservation of the Mary Rose and the objects found on board!
#ChristmasGift
#ChristmasGift
December 1, 2025 at 12:30 PM
There are loads of great Christmas gift ideas at shop.maryrose.org - all proceeds go towards the maintenance and conservation of the Mary Rose and the objects found on board!
#ChristmasGift
#ChristmasGift
My whirlwind of Thanksgiving baking starts spinning at speed today. I'm using recipes entirely from Vermont's own King Arthur Baking this year. First up: prepping www.kingarthurbaking.com/recipes/load... and baking a roll of www.kingarthurbaking.com/recipes/citr... that I've chilled.
Loaded Baked Potato Dinner Rolls
These loaded baked potato rolls are filled and topped with bacon, cheddar, and chives. Make some for your next holiday feast or sports viewing party.
www.kingarthurbaking.com
November 24, 2025 at 1:02 PM
My whirlwind of Thanksgiving baking starts spinning at speed today. I'm using recipes entirely from Vermont's own King Arthur Baking this year. First up: prepping www.kingarthurbaking.com/recipes/load... and baking a roll of www.kingarthurbaking.com/recipes/citr... that I've chilled.
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Word of the day is ‘quockerwodger’ (19th century): a puppet politician whose strings are pulled entirely by someone else.
November 21, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Word of the day is ‘quockerwodger’ (19th century): a puppet politician whose strings are pulled entirely by someone else.
When I see a "21st century _____" category come up in trivia, I cringe, thinking that I haven't really followed pop music or new books lately.
Somehow, it's always a shock that it's been the 21st century for 25 years.
Somehow, it's always a shock that it's been the 21st century for 25 years.
November 20, 2025 at 2:21 PM
When I see a "21st century _____" category come up in trivia, I cringe, thinking that I haven't really followed pop music or new books lately.
Somehow, it's always a shock that it's been the 21st century for 25 years.
Somehow, it's always a shock that it's been the 21st century for 25 years.
Nothing within 120 miles. Looks like the "big screen" will be our TV in December, but I'm really looking forward to it nonetheless!
Psssssst: Here’s the theater finder page for Wake Up Dead Man! Showtimes begin 11/26, and more theaters will be popping up throughout the week. www.wakeupdeadmanfilm.com
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery | Official Website | November 27 2025
Watch the trailer, find screenings & book tickets for Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery on the official site. In theaters November 27 2025 brought to you by Netflix. Directed by: Rian Johnson. St...
www.wakeupdeadmanfilm.com
November 18, 2025 at 12:04 AM
Nothing within 120 miles. Looks like the "big screen" will be our TV in December, but I'm really looking forward to it nonetheless!
We were out of town for the final, gave away our tickets, and streamed the game. Hope we're here to share in the amazing energy next time! youtu.be/pnZBfqp82Pc?...
Today You're With Us
YouTube video by Vermont Green FC
youtu.be
November 13, 2025 at 3:39 PM
We were out of town for the final, gave away our tickets, and streamed the game. Hope we're here to share in the amazing energy next time! youtu.be/pnZBfqp82Pc?...
Clouds almost always thwart a promising aurora night here. We've stopped chasing the best views. And then, last night... this was the view from our dining room window in Burlington, VT.
November 12, 2025 at 1:19 PM
Clouds almost always thwart a promising aurora night here. We've stopped chasing the best views. And then, last night... this was the view from our dining room window in Burlington, VT.
It's Molly's Gotcha Day - one year since this little dog came into our lives. She dances for her dinner, naps more than 20 hours a day, and is my constant shadow. So glad to have her in the family.
#DogsofBluesky
#DogsofBluesky
November 10, 2025 at 1:58 PM
It's Molly's Gotcha Day - one year since this little dog came into our lives. She dances for her dinner, naps more than 20 hours a day, and is my constant shadow. So glad to have her in the family.
#DogsofBluesky
#DogsofBluesky
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My books cartoon for this week’s @theguardian.com
November 9, 2025 at 4:04 PM
My books cartoon for this week’s @theguardian.com
Couldn't they be a little less obvious about pandering to oligarchs, dictators, and billionaire techbabies? I'm still hyped about having nearly-local World Cup matches next year, but soothe my hypocrisy with some discretion, you FIFA fucks. (jk, it's bullshit whether blatant or hidden)
November 5, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Couldn't they be a little less obvious about pandering to oligarchs, dictators, and billionaire techbabies? I'm still hyped about having nearly-local World Cup matches next year, but soothe my hypocrisy with some discretion, you FIFA fucks. (jk, it's bullshit whether blatant or hidden)
Today is my weekly volunteer gig as a reading mentor for an 8-year-old boy. He's a ball of energy, and we'll sit on the floor and talk about K-pop Demon Hunters, Roblox, Minecraft, Pokémon, his best friend, favorite foods, and cute cats. Maybe we'll even get in some reading!
November 4, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Today is my weekly volunteer gig as a reading mentor for an 8-year-old boy. He's a ball of energy, and we'll sit on the floor and talk about K-pop Demon Hunters, Roblox, Minecraft, Pokémon, his best friend, favorite foods, and cute cats. Maybe we'll even get in some reading!