April Sparkles 💛🍁
@aprilsparkles.bsky.social
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Lover of sparkles and yellow hearts.
Games night enthusiast.
Quilter.
Seeker of solace.
Renowned raisin influencer.
Down syndrome advocacy.
It’s always time for a cup of tea.
Lover of sparkles and yellow hearts.
Games night enthusiast.
Quilter.
Seeker of solace.
Renowned raisin influencer.
Down syndrome advocacy.
It’s always time for a cup of tea.
I forgot how nice it is to make bread pudding on a cold day.
We made it once or twice a week growing up, but I haven’t made it in years. Funny how the recipe sticks in your head after all that time.
Cinnamon & vanilla makes everything smell wonderful!
*Remember to reconstitute the raisins.
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We made it once or twice a week growing up, but I haven’t made it in years. Funny how the recipe sticks in your head after all that time.
Cinnamon & vanilla makes everything smell wonderful!
*Remember to reconstitute the raisins.
💛
January 25, 2026 at 11:53 PM
I forgot how nice it is to make bread pudding on a cold day.
We made it once or twice a week growing up, but I haven’t made it in years. Funny how the recipe sticks in your head after all that time.
Cinnamon & vanilla makes everything smell wonderful!
*Remember to reconstitute the raisins.
💛
We made it once or twice a week growing up, but I haven’t made it in years. Funny how the recipe sticks in your head after all that time.
Cinnamon & vanilla makes everything smell wonderful!
*Remember to reconstitute the raisins.
💛
“Slowly, slowly, then all at once”.
January 24, 2026 at 11:48 PM
“Slowly, slowly, then all at once”.
January 20, 2026 at 9:55 PM
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Also, be kind to yourself. The world is a scary place right now.
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January 18, 2026 at 10:39 PM
Also, be kind to yourself. The world is a scary place right now.
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It feels like the entire world is on edge, doesn’t it?
Please remember the people who provide customer service, healthcare, and education also feel that stress.
Shall we collectively try to remember to give people a break?
Can we try to find something to laugh about together?
Love,
April 💛
Please remember the people who provide customer service, healthcare, and education also feel that stress.
Shall we collectively try to remember to give people a break?
Can we try to find something to laugh about together?
Love,
April 💛
January 18, 2026 at 10:10 PM
It feels like the entire world is on edge, doesn’t it?
Please remember the people who provide customer service, healthcare, and education also feel that stress.
Shall we collectively try to remember to give people a break?
Can we try to find something to laugh about together?
Love,
April 💛
Please remember the people who provide customer service, healthcare, and education also feel that stress.
Shall we collectively try to remember to give people a break?
Can we try to find something to laugh about together?
Love,
April 💛
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I never thought I would see the day when I found some respect for the literal dumbest Canadians who managed to drive across the 2nd largest country in the world in the middle of winter, shut down our capital for a month and stop over 3 billion $ of goods from crossing the border (this is a subskeet)
January 14, 2026 at 8:22 PM
I never thought I would see the day when I found some respect for the literal dumbest Canadians who managed to drive across the 2nd largest country in the world in the middle of winter, shut down our capital for a month and stop over 3 billion $ of goods from crossing the border (this is a subskeet)
I have two observations to share today:
1) If you live in fear due to actions your government participates in, you do not live in a free country.
2) Jerome Powell is a hero and every US citizen should emulate him. That man has guts and nerves of steel. Why isn’t he president??
Love,
April 💛
1) If you live in fear due to actions your government participates in, you do not live in a free country.
2) Jerome Powell is a hero and every US citizen should emulate him. That man has guts and nerves of steel. Why isn’t he president??
Love,
April 💛
January 12, 2026 at 10:14 PM
I have two observations to share today:
1) If you live in fear due to actions your government participates in, you do not live in a free country.
2) Jerome Powell is a hero and every US citizen should emulate him. That man has guts and nerves of steel. Why isn’t he president??
Love,
April 💛
1) If you live in fear due to actions your government participates in, you do not live in a free country.
2) Jerome Powell is a hero and every US citizen should emulate him. That man has guts and nerves of steel. Why isn’t he president??
Love,
April 💛
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Intro
"Allow me to reintroduce myself..." - Jay-Z, "Public Service Announcement" So...here we are. My first post. I'm gonna be honest, I'm kinda freestyling it here. I haven't had a blog in over 10 years (remember Livejournal???), so I'm a little rusty. I guess I'll start by telling y'all who I…
"Allow me to reintroduce myself..." - Jay-Z, "Public Service Announcement" So...here we are. My first post. I'm gonna be honest, I'm kinda freestyling it here. I haven't had a blog in over 10 years (remember Livejournal???), so I'm a little rusty. I guess I'll start by telling y'all who I…
Intro
"Allow me to reintroduce myself..." - Jay-Z, "Public Service Announcement" So...here we are. My first post. I'm gonna be honest, I'm kinda freestyling it here. I haven't had a blog in over 10 years (remember Livejournal???), so I'm a little rusty. I guess I'll start by telling y'all who I am. Although if you're reading this, you probably already know who I am.
notesfromtheslowlane.com
December 31, 2025 at 12:06 AM
Intro
"Allow me to reintroduce myself..." - Jay-Z, "Public Service Announcement" So...here we are. My first post. I'm gonna be honest, I'm kinda freestyling it here. I haven't had a blog in over 10 years (remember Livejournal???), so I'm a little rusty. I guess I'll start by telling y'all who I…
"Allow me to reintroduce myself..." - Jay-Z, "Public Service Announcement" So...here we are. My first post. I'm gonna be honest, I'm kinda freestyling it here. I haven't had a blog in over 10 years (remember Livejournal???), so I'm a little rusty. I guess I'll start by telling y'all who I…
December 25, 2025 at 7:29 PM
I’m thinking of, and feeling very grateful for, all of our healthcare providers this holiday.
May peace and miracles guide each of you on this day.
Love,
April 💛✨
May peace and miracles guide each of you on this day.
Love,
April 💛✨
December 25, 2025 at 7:26 PM
I’m thinking of, and feeling very grateful for, all of our healthcare providers this holiday.
May peace and miracles guide each of you on this day.
Love,
April 💛✨
May peace and miracles guide each of you on this day.
Love,
April 💛✨
I hope laughter, courage and peace guard you this season and keep you well throughout the coming year.
Love,
April 💛
Love,
April 💛
December 25, 2025 at 2:17 AM
I hope laughter, courage and peace guard you this season and keep you well throughout the coming year.
Love,
April 💛
Love,
April 💛
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Must watch. The world will miss you Dr. Jane. 🌎
Dr. Jane Goodall filmed an interview with Netflix in March 2025 that she understood would only be released after her death.
October 5, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Must watch. The world will miss you Dr. Jane. 🌎
The Great Library Holiday Raffle
Tickets: $2 each or 3 for $5
Available: October 1 – December 15 at the library
Draw Date: December 15
1st Prize: Beautifully crafted quilt
2nd Prize: Festive goodies basket (valued at $100)
3rd Prize: Hand-knitted shawl
Tickets: $2 each or 3 for $5
Available: October 1 – December 15 at the library
Draw Date: December 15
1st Prize: Beautifully crafted quilt
2nd Prize: Festive goodies basket (valued at $100)
3rd Prize: Hand-knitted shawl
October 5, 2025 at 11:20 AM
My friends @danismashingit.bsky.social and @liznisherenow.bsky.social reminded me this is the season to begin looking for fun advent calendars.
Here are some good Canadian options. 💛
www.shoplocalcanada.ca/advent-calen...
#Canadasky #Christmas
Here are some good Canadian options. 💛
www.shoplocalcanada.ca/advent-calen...
#Canadasky #Christmas
Best Advent Calendars In Canada 2025 - Shop Local CANADA
If you're looking for the best advent calendars in Canada 2024, we've gathered them in this guide. Support local Canadian businesses!
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October 2, 2025 at 2:24 AM
My friends @danismashingit.bsky.social and @liznisherenow.bsky.social reminded me this is the season to begin looking for fun advent calendars.
Here are some good Canadian options. 💛
www.shoplocalcanada.ca/advent-calen...
#Canadasky #Christmas
Here are some good Canadian options. 💛
www.shoplocalcanada.ca/advent-calen...
#Canadasky #Christmas
Reminder:
Blow cinnamon into your home at the start of a new month for abundance and prosperity. It also smells wonderful.
Happy October!
Love,
April 💛🍁🍂
Blow cinnamon into your home at the start of a new month for abundance and prosperity. It also smells wonderful.
Happy October!
Love,
April 💛🍁🍂
October 1, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Reminder:
Blow cinnamon into your home at the start of a new month for abundance and prosperity. It also smells wonderful.
Happy October!
Love,
April 💛🍁🍂
Blow cinnamon into your home at the start of a new month for abundance and prosperity. It also smells wonderful.
Happy October!
Love,
April 💛🍁🍂
Thinking of some friends today as we recognize a National Day of Truth and Reconciliation.
@ironbow.bsky.social
@brysonthegaytive.bsky.social
@sassymetischick.bsky.social
@beec4240.bsky.social & family
May each year be better.
Love,
April 💛
@ironbow.bsky.social
@brysonthegaytive.bsky.social
@sassymetischick.bsky.social
@beec4240.bsky.social & family
May each year be better.
Love,
April 💛
September 30, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Thinking of some friends today as we recognize a National Day of Truth and Reconciliation.
@ironbow.bsky.social
@brysonthegaytive.bsky.social
@sassymetischick.bsky.social
@beec4240.bsky.social & family
May each year be better.
Love,
April 💛
@ironbow.bsky.social
@brysonthegaytive.bsky.social
@sassymetischick.bsky.social
@beec4240.bsky.social & family
May each year be better.
Love,
April 💛
“Evil is always unspectacular and always human, and shares our bed and eats at our own table.”
- Auden
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- Auden
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September 19, 2025 at 4:13 PM
“Evil is always unspectacular and always human, and shares our bed and eats at our own table.”
- Auden
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- Auden
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Dear Friends and most especially @markkubert.bsky.social ,
This is a reminder #Fall, #Autumn, #SweaterWeather & #PumpkinSpice season begins promptly on September 21st and not a single day sooner.
We do not rush time.
We do not wish time away.
Are we clear??
Love,
April 💛
* In Summer.
This is a reminder #Fall, #Autumn, #SweaterWeather & #PumpkinSpice season begins promptly on September 21st and not a single day sooner.
We do not rush time.
We do not wish time away.
Are we clear??
Love,
April 💛
* In Summer.
August 27, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Dear Friends and most especially @markkubert.bsky.social ,
This is a reminder #Fall, #Autumn, #SweaterWeather & #PumpkinSpice season begins promptly on September 21st and not a single day sooner.
We do not rush time.
We do not wish time away.
Are we clear??
Love,
April 💛
* In Summer.
This is a reminder #Fall, #Autumn, #SweaterWeather & #PumpkinSpice season begins promptly on September 21st and not a single day sooner.
We do not rush time.
We do not wish time away.
Are we clear??
Love,
April 💛
* In Summer.
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WATCH: Aerial footage of the massive haboob near Chandler, Arizona. Video by Trenton Hooker.
August 26, 2025 at 1:36 AM
WATCH: Aerial footage of the massive haboob near Chandler, Arizona. Video by Trenton Hooker.
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August 8, 2025 at 11:27 PM
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Feeding can be a bit more complex for children with Down syndrome. In the most recent issue of 3.21: Canada's Down Syndrome Magazine, DSRF SLP Riley Rosebush shared some tips for navigating feeding development.
Read Now: bit.ly/3GZONyb
Read Now: bit.ly/3GZONyb
August 6, 2025 at 4:54 PM