Mari Elm
@mari-elm.bsky.social
Tree-hugging, nature-loving, Pagan minister of the Witchy persuasion. Retired journalist, retired nurse, gardener, evidently a crazy cat lady, volunteer, former pig, rabbit, ferret, and finch farmer who still has a very spoiled chicken...
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My longtime, dear friend Kaia Larsen's first book was released by Balboa Press today. She is a gifted photographer, well-known in the profession.
I edited her autobiographical book. It's unique, funny and quite wise in a Kaia kind of way.
www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore
My longtime, dear friend Kaia Larsen's first book was released by Balboa Press today. She is a gifted photographer, well-known in the profession.
I edited her autobiographical book. It's unique, funny and quite wise in a Kaia kind of way.
www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore
Balboa Press Bookstore - Great titles from great authors
Purchase books written by Balboa Press authors.
www.balboapress.com
September 22, 2025 at 7:53 PM
WOOT!
My longtime, dear friend Kaia Larsen's first book was released by Balboa Press today. She is a gifted photographer, well-known in the profession.
I edited her autobiographical book. It's unique, funny and quite wise in a Kaia kind of way.
www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore
My longtime, dear friend Kaia Larsen's first book was released by Balboa Press today. She is a gifted photographer, well-known in the profession.
I edited her autobiographical book. It's unique, funny and quite wise in a Kaia kind of way.
www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore
My dear friend Kaia Larsen's first book was released by Balboa Press today. She is a gifted photographer, well-known globally in the profession.
I edited her autobiographical book, and I can assure you, it is unique, funny, and quite wise in a Kaia kind of way.
www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore
I edited her autobiographical book, and I can assure you, it is unique, funny, and quite wise in a Kaia kind of way.
www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore
Balboa Press Bookstore - Great titles from great authors
Purchase books written by Balboa Press authors.
www.balboapress.com
September 22, 2025 at 7:44 PM
My dear friend Kaia Larsen's first book was released by Balboa Press today. She is a gifted photographer, well-known globally in the profession.
I edited her autobiographical book, and I can assure you, it is unique, funny, and quite wise in a Kaia kind of way.
www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore
I edited her autobiographical book, and I can assure you, it is unique, funny, and quite wise in a Kaia kind of way.
www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore
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We learned a lot over the past 80 years, only to find ourselves shifting hard into reverse.
Remember: the rights that we take away from others are the rights we cede from ourselves.
Remember: the rights that we take away from others are the rights we cede from ourselves.
April 22, 2025 at 3:10 PM
We learned a lot over the past 80 years, only to find ourselves shifting hard into reverse.
Remember: the rights that we take away from others are the rights we cede from ourselves.
Remember: the rights that we take away from others are the rights we cede from ourselves.
By now, we all know how these announcements work - they aren't about pondering, they mean the plan is made. Despicable this is, but we already have safe hotlines in place for persons who identify as LGBTQIA2S+. One of the best is The Trevor Project.
www.huffpost.com/entry/trump-...
www.huffpost.com/entry/trump-...
Trump Administration Proposes Eliminating Funding For Crucial Mental Health Services
Advocates say this would “significantly impact” crucial mental services for queer and trans youth.
www.huffpost.com
April 22, 2025 at 3:53 PM
By now, we all know how these announcements work - they aren't about pondering, they mean the plan is made. Despicable this is, but we already have safe hotlines in place for persons who identify as LGBTQIA2S+. One of the best is The Trevor Project.
www.huffpost.com/entry/trump-...
www.huffpost.com/entry/trump-...
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Harvard has set an example for other higher-ed institutions - rejecting an unlawful and ham-handed attempt to stifle academic freedom, while taking steps to make sure students can benefit from an environment of intellectual inquiry, rigorous debate and mutual respect. Let’s hope others follow suit.
April 15, 2025 at 3:52 AM
Harvard has set an example for other higher-ed institutions - rejecting an unlawful and ham-handed attempt to stifle academic freedom, while taking steps to make sure students can benefit from an environment of intellectual inquiry, rigorous debate and mutual respect. Let’s hope others follow suit.
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His track record speaks for itself. While we continue to resist, we should take comfort in that he is deeply incompetent, not very bright & his policies are hurting even his most devoted supporters. Let's not get in the way of his inevitable self-destruction.
March 15, 2025 at 7:41 PM
His track record speaks for itself. While we continue to resist, we should take comfort in that he is deeply incompetent, not very bright & his policies are hurting even his most devoted supporters. Let's not get in the way of his inevitable self-destruction.
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Here’s the clip with audio
March 5, 2025 at 4:24 AM
Here’s the clip with audio
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Ongoing thread about the DOGE Bros, who turn out to not just be bad, but seemingly every possible kind of bad
NEW: Musk’s DOGE Teen Was Fired By Cybersecurity Firm for Leaking Company Secrets
Edward Coristine posted online that he had retained access to the firm’s servers. Now he has access to sensitive government information.
by @jasonleopold.bsky.social, @margimurphy.bsky.social, and team @ Bloomberg:
Edward Coristine posted online that he had retained access to the firm’s servers. Now he has access to sensitive government information.
by @jasonleopold.bsky.social, @margimurphy.bsky.social, and team @ Bloomberg:
Musk’s DOGE Teen Was Fired By Cybersecurity Firm for Leaking Company Secrets
Edward Coristine posted online that he had retained access to the firm’s servers. Now he has access to sensitive government information.
www.bloomberg.com
February 7, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Ongoing thread about the DOGE Bros, who turn out to not just be bad, but seemingly every possible kind of bad
"Shouting match" implies an at least 2-way angry dispute? Even NPR labels the Trump/Vance attack on Zelensky that way. It's inaccurate. It's wrong. President Zelensky maintained decorum & dignity.
March 2, 2025 at 4:20 PM
"Shouting match" implies an at least 2-way angry dispute? Even NPR labels the Trump/Vance attack on Zelensky that way. It's inaccurate. It's wrong. President Zelensky maintained decorum & dignity.
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Musk's censorship algorithm on Twitter reduced our audience by about 95% since he bought it.
So we moved over to blue sky.
Help us build another great following right here where the skies are clear and the water is fine ;-)
Please do
Follow
Retweet & repeat
So we moved over to blue sky.
Help us build another great following right here where the skies are clear and the water is fine ;-)
Please do
Follow
Retweet & repeat
February 11, 2025 at 4:40 AM
Musk's censorship algorithm on Twitter reduced our audience by about 95% since he bought it.
So we moved over to blue sky.
Help us build another great following right here where the skies are clear and the water is fine ;-)
Please do
Follow
Retweet & repeat
So we moved over to blue sky.
Help us build another great following right here where the skies are clear and the water is fine ;-)
Please do
Follow
Retweet & repeat
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"History will remember this day— when an American President and Vice President abandoned all we stand for."
February 28, 2025 at 9:25 PM
"History will remember this day— when an American President and Vice President abandoned all we stand for."
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That press conference was the most disgraceful act of betrayal I’ve ever seen.
February 28, 2025 at 11:39 PM
That press conference was the most disgraceful act of betrayal I’ve ever seen.
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Apparently now we have to get our news from the SSA blog? We were told to expect an email but one never came. Massive restructuring. Down from 10 regions to 4, time zone difference be damned. Workforce will be cut from 57k to 50k. Better than the rumored 50% but still potentially devastating. 😬😬😬
Social Security Announces Workforce and Organization Plans | SSA
Consistent with recent executive orders issued by the White House, the Social Security Administration will continue to implement efficiencies and reduce costs, with a renewed focus on mission critical...
blog.ssa.gov
February 28, 2025 at 11:47 PM
Apparently now we have to get our news from the SSA blog? We were told to expect an email but one never came. Massive restructuring. Down from 10 regions to 4, time zone difference be damned. Workforce will be cut from 57k to 50k. Better than the rumored 50% but still potentially devastating. 😬😬😬
I'm embarrassed, horrified & ashamed by the words & actions of the US president & his vp. I hope the Ukrainians know he doesn't represent the majority of us.
March 1, 2025 at 12:20 AM
I'm embarrassed, horrified & ashamed by the words & actions of the US president & his vp. I hope the Ukrainians know he doesn't represent the majority of us.
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February 27, 2025 at 6:03 AM
resist.bot is a convenient and easy way to get a letter to your federal and state elected officials -- snail mail & faxes require payment , naturally. Emails are free. It's been around awhile.
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Fed Friends: The Government Retirement and Benefits system will be undergoing "maintenance" this weekend. We recommend you download your personal and general benefits information. New users can create an account by entering "3123", the CDC GRB license number. *Only current employees have access*
February 7, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Fed Friends: The Government Retirement and Benefits system will be undergoing "maintenance" this weekend. We recommend you download your personal and general benefits information. New users can create an account by entering "3123", the CDC GRB license number. *Only current employees have access*
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What are Thought-Terminating Clichés — Simply Put Psych
Explore the psychology of Thought-Terminating Clichés, their role in communication, and how they simplify or suppress complex conversations. Discover examples of Thought-Terminating Clichés and strate...
simplyputpsych.co.uk
February 7, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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📢 If you are not fighting right now, you are collaborating. 🗣️🗣️🗣️
"Trump's actions must be called out for the damage they are doing"
@thelancet.bsky.social
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February 7, 2025 at 6:42 PM
📢 If you are not fighting right now, you are collaborating. 🗣️🗣️🗣️