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PrepperPatrick

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https://tinyurl.com/survivalpro — Surviving the Wilderness: A Rugged Guide to Modern-Day Self-Reliance

Welcome adventurers!

In this harsh, unforgiving world, the strong don't just survive - they thrive. This guide is for those who yearn to break free from...

November 1, 2025 at 3:03 PM Everybody can reply

Contentmo.com

@contentmo.bsky.social

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Will their love be strong enough to survive this unexpected challenge?
#Bookworm #Mystery #KU

November 1, 2025 at 2:45 PM Everybody can reply

cosmicdelights.bsky.social

@cosmicdelights.bsky.social

FIVESTARS STONE OF THE WEEK - RED JASPER! Get One FREE this week! (11/1-11/7) A strong protection gemstone, Jasper is known to guard against hazards of the night known. It also eases emotional stresses, making it a wonderful gemstone to have in your home!

November 1, 2025 at 2:00 PM Everybody can reply

Grace (they/she)

@astudentreading.bsky.social

For this book there are three main pieces of art, showing the main character Elena as a hero, villain, and conquerer. They are absolutely stunning and you should check them out!
Thank you Orbit Books and NetGalley for the free advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review
#booksky

Red background with cover of The Burning Queen by Aparna Verma. White text with title, author, and general information
Coming out soon: November 2025
Genres: fantasy sci-fi
Setting: Ravence and the second continent
POV: third person
Review: 3 stars
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"So what will you become, Elena? Villain, hero, or conqueror?"
Ravence has fallen. Her enemies have ravaged her people. And now Elena Aadya Ravence must decide how far she will go to reap her revenge. As she is pulled into a bitter war that will decide the fate of her kingdom, a new tyrant rises to reclaim his home, and Elena finds that perhaps her hunger isn't enough.
And his knows no bounds.
From Netgalley
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It took me the entirety of part one of this book to get into it. I struggled with Elena, finding her naive; and Samson, finding him cruel. I struggled with how fast the action was happening, not giving time inside either character's head to understand their emotions, especially Elena's grief. Yet there were enough hints of character work and other things to come that I stuck with it. And it was well worth it. By part two, I was hooked, rediscovering my love for Elena. I also loved the expansion of the world building in terms of the gods and agni. By part three, I was fully engrossed in this book. I feel in love with Samson, and enjoyed the council politics. Jaya also grew on me, and while I didn't love her actions, I understood her motivation. Lastly, the ending was brutal in the best way, though I did find Elena a bit naive again, and I predicted one of the big reveals. But it was more than strong enough to leave me counting down the days to book three and the conclusion of this trilogy. So overall I recommend this book and of course book one.
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November 1, 2025 at 1:40 PM Everybody can reply

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New York State Chiropractic Association

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🇺🇸 Support Our Service Members! Nearly 50% of military personnel experience one or more injuries each year while serving our nation. Chiropractic care offers a drug-free, natural approach to pain relief and recovery — helping heroes stay strong, active, and mission-ready.

November 1, 2025 at 12:32 PM Everybody can reply

Grace Pritchard Burson

@gaudynight78.bsky.social

Though it occurs to me that with the way everyone seems to divide up the French and English, they're never actually able to sing THE TRUE NORTH STRONG AND FREE (and let's be honest, the French words kinda comprehensively suck)

Grace Pritchard Burson @gaudynight78.bsky.social · 19h

Nothing like a stadium full of 50k people actually SINGING their national anthem

November 1, 2025 at 12:22 PM Everybody can reply

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X-Geeks

@xgeeks.bsky.social

Review:

“The Black Phone 2 is a strong, atmospheric, and surprisingly mature sequel.

Unsettling, stylish, and emotionally resonant.”

Read our full spoiler-free review online 📝 xgeeks.co.uk/2025/10/31/t...

#TheBlackPhone2 #Horror #Filmsky #Horror

November 1, 2025 at 12:14 PM Everybody can reply

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Maggie Tideswell

@lunamags.bsky.social

#readingparanormal - Get your FREE copy of Shadowblade Academy until 2 November. A steamy paranormal romance with multiple love interests and a splash of darkness. It features a female lead who takes no crap, and troubled but strong mates.
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November 1, 2025 at 12:13 PM Everybody can reply

Sharon

@sharonarocker.bsky.social

Hannah on our early dark morning walk 🌄 🚶‍♀️ 🐕 🍁 🍂 🍁
❤️

🎶 If you think I'm magical ,
Cause roses bloom with my touch ,
That's mathematical,
I think you think too much 🎶

5 degrees feels like3 degrees

#itstheweekend
#Autumn2025
#BookofLove
Canada 🇨🇦 strong 💪 and free

November 1, 2025 at 11:20 AM Everybody can reply

myopinionsaremyown.bsky.social

@myopinionsaremyown.bsky.social

We let assholes divide us, which allows them to pick our pockets and rob funds meant for our communal benefit.

We need to seek each other out and form strong communities that leave no room and no need for these assholes.

Asshole-free communities would remove barriers to humanity's future progress

November 1, 2025 at 10:01 AM Everybody can reply

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Captain B-Money [B$]

@captainbmoney913x.bsky.social

The entire purpose of The Government is too keep people fed and active. That is what it was created for in the first place. Limiting what people can buy for food isn't "Freedom" by any means and kills the idea of "The Free Market". Hypocrisy is a strong point of naive people.

November 1, 2025 at 8:48 AM Everybody can reply

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November 1, 2025 at 7:45 AM Everybody can reply

Author Stephenson

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November 1, 2025 at 4:03 AM Everybody can reply

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pizzabreath.com

@tearsandqueers.bsky.social

i get it, klarna and affirm’s sweet whispers of making my sephora haul feel free is always tempting me!!

but then you get 40k of cc debt 🥺

be strong!

November 1, 2025 at 3:58 AM Everybody can reply

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Shailesh Tiwari

@dailyheadlinez.bsky.social

Taurus Daily Horoscope Today, November 1, 2025: This realization will free you from what’s been holding you back – The Times of India

Your energy today is quietly strong. But the way you handle your emotions will shape how the day unfolds. If you let small irritations grow, they may affect bigger…

Taurus Daily Horoscope Today, November 1, 2025: This realization will free you from what’s been holding you back – The Times of India

Your energy today is quietly strong. But the way you handle your emotions will shape how the day unfolds. If you let small irritations grow, they may affect bigger decisions. So take a moment to breathe before reacting. Even if something unexpected happens, staying calm will help you solve it faster. Your presence affects others deeply, more than you may realise. So staying grounded will not only help you, but also support the people around you. Taurus Love Horoscope Today Your emotional world today may need extra care. If you’re in a relationship, small misunderstandings can grow if not addressed gently.

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November 1, 2025 at 3:55 AM Everybody can reply

Flowers and Pearls 🪷

@flowersandpearls.bsky.social

Q: Will Nancy Mace be next SC governor?
A: YES.

First card Queen of Wands (fire sign), confident but can be domineering, self-important & manipulative.

Second card 4 of Wands: celebration, stability, another YES. Indicates strong YES but free will and choices before 2026 could shift outcome.

November 1, 2025 at 3:53 AM Everybody can reply

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Tyler

@okty.bsky.social

THE TRUE NORTH STRONG AND FREE*

* baseballs excluded

November 1, 2025 at 3:07 AM Everybody can reply

JK✨️

@jkmakes.bsky.social

Some folks are buying out food carts, allowing those neighbors to go home for the day, where they are safer. Some folks are adding pantry basics, hats they’ve knit, and other useful gifts to Little Free Libraries in their neighborhoods. Some folks are simply cooking for people next door. Some folks are making easily printed zines with useful DIY info, countering fascist lies, or giving city-specific rapid response instructions for keeping each other safe.
Some folks are writing songs to keep everyone’s spirits strong.
Some people are making art to encourage everyone to keep going.
There’s a tapestry of good things people are doing right this minute. What threads do you add tomorrow?

November 1, 2025 at 1:53 AM Everybody can reply

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Friday Afternoon Tea

@fridaytea.com

Thank you, teaheart! Our long-running free service for neighbors in need program is going strong and indefinitely, and the new free pantry we’re hosting is full of high quality goods for anyone who needs to come scoop up! The food, winter clothing & hygiene goods drive is off to a fab start as well!

November 1, 2025 at 1:32 AM Everybody can reply

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Saerd

@saerd.bsky.social

That's us, the true north strong and free.

November 1, 2025 at 1:29 AM Everybody can reply

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Wabash College Athletics

@wabashathletics.bsky.social

Strong start in Michigan 💪

Mason Gilliam earned a win in the 500 free and the Little Giants posted seven top-five finishes to sit second after Day 1 of the Kalamazoo Quad.

🔗 https://loom.ly/ZI8D8l4

#waf @wabashswimdive

Little Giants In Second Place After First Day of Kalamazoo Quad - Wabash College Athletics

Kalamazoo, Michigan – Mason Gilliam scored an individual victory and Wabash produced seven top-five finishes to open the first day of competition at the 2025 Kalamazoo

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November 1, 2025 at 1:19 AM Everybody can reply

Bookish Spotlight 📚

@bookishspotlight.bsky.social

AWARD-WINNING #FREEBOOK
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Would you defy destiny to save someone you love?
Can bonds of friendship be strong enough to break the chains of fate?

Read the Sagaman Series.

#Free #FantasyforAdults #mustread
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#FantasyBooks #fantasy 🩷🧙‍♂️⚔️

November 1, 2025 at 1:14 AM Everybody can reply

Eeva Lancaster 🌸 The Book Khaleesi

@eevalancaster.bsky.social

AWARD-WINNING #FREEBOOK
mybook.to/sagamankes...
Would you defy destiny to save someone you love?
Can bonds of friendship be strong enough to break the chains of fate?

Read the Sagaman Series.

#Free #FantasyforAdults #mustread
#sagamanseries @maggiekirton.bsky.social
#FantasyBooks #fantasy 🩷🧙‍♂️⚔️

November 1, 2025 at 1:14 AM Everybody can reply

Jason McGrath

@jasonmcgrath.bsky.social

I thought of sending this reaction to the Star Tribune's latest scaremongering about Omar Fateh as a letter to the @startribune.com, but they wouldn't even publish my online comments calling out their puff piece on Frey a few days ago, so I just made it a social media post instead.

To Minneapolis residents:
Only days after publishing a front-page puff piece on Mayor Jacob Frey that literally devoted three paragraphs just to describing how cute his kids are, the Minnesota Star Tribune followed up today with a column by Eric Roper on the "slate for change" strategy in the mayoral race, in which Omar Fateh is described as an un-"palatable" "far-left candidate."
Is even a single actual policy position of Fateh's described or analyzed? Of course not. There's just the name calling, using words that are only slightly more Minnesota nice than Trump's descriptions of anyone who opposes him as "nasty" and a "far left lunatic."

Why does this kind of branding of candidates like Fateh always vaguely conjure a Cold-War era socialist boogeyman but so rarely engage the actual policies the candidates propose? Can it be because those policies in fact have broad support from ordinary people, so it's better not to tell readers what they are but instead to just go through the usual red-baiting routine? Roper's discussion was ostensibly about the more "palatable" challengers to Mayor Frey who are part of the "slate for change" alliance, DeWayne Davis and Jazz Hampton, so what exactly separates them from Fateh in terms of policy (setting aside the very obvious other factors that may make them more "palatable" to some voters in terms of religion or skin tone)?

At the recent debate hosted by the Star Tribune, the only thing that came up as a very clear policy difference was a $20 minimum wage, which only Fateh supports. Well, in summer 2017 Minneapolis passed an ordinance to raise the minimum wage to $15, which then City Council member Jacob Frey voted for. If you run $15 in July 2017 through an inflation calculator, guess how much that is today? $19.83. So does the difference between an ostensible "far-left" radical and a more "palatable" candidate amount to just 17 cents?

I will not only follow the "don't rank Frey" strategy on my ranked choice ballot; I will enthusiastically rank Sen. Omar Fateh #1 for the very simple reason that he is the one most focused on making a real material difference in people's lives and also BY FAR the one with the strongest record of concrete political accomplishments (free college tuition for families making less than $80K, a living wage for rideshare drivers, now widely available lifesaving fentanyl test strips, etc. – all statewide laws passed that he spearheaded).
Frey has the developers' and landlords' money and the Republican-owned Star Tribune solidly behind him, but Fateh has the support of the people because he has the policies that will make a difference and a strong record of political effectiveness.

November 1, 2025 at 12:36 AM Everybody can reply

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Jill 🇨🇦 🍁 🇺🇦

@holdingfast.bsky.social

True
North
Strong
and Free

Go, Jay's Go!!

November 1, 2025 at 12:07 AM Everybody can reply

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