Uncle Owlsly
@barredowl1.bsky.social
Memphis, working class, liberation psychologist, LGBTQ+ therapist, BLM, he/him. Mindfulness, Zen, cat lover, grandfather, married. Former Cold War spook. Trans lives matter
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Found this on FB somewhere- it’s from the FDR Memorial.
April 6, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Found this on FB somewhere- it’s from the FDR Memorial.
It’s a party and a protest. Today we were inspired and entertained by The Mighty Souls Brass Band from 4:30-5:30 at Poplar and Highland, Memphis, 38111. Maybe 200 or so in attendance. Saturday we’ll be back there 1 pm- 3 pm for the national day of protest April 5. @indivisiblememphis.bsky.social
April 1, 2025 at 12:24 AM
It’s a party and a protest. Today we were inspired and entertained by The Mighty Souls Brass Band from 4:30-5:30 at Poplar and Highland, Memphis, 38111. Maybe 200 or so in attendance. Saturday we’ll be back there 1 pm- 3 pm for the national day of protest April 5. @indivisiblememphis.bsky.social
The campus of the University of Memphis- Admin Building. It’s one of my favorite places to go on a mindful stress management walk at night- it helps me recharge my personal batteries after a tough day doing psychotherapy. Cool lighting. Love those Tiger Eyeszzz.
March 28, 2025 at 2:29 AM
The campus of the University of Memphis- Admin Building. It’s one of my favorite places to go on a mindful stress management walk at night- it helps me recharge my personal batteries after a tough day doing psychotherapy. Cool lighting. Love those Tiger Eyeszzz.
This was very interesting to me. Tim Snyder is an excellent history scholar and a very good writer. I’ve read a couple of his books. Oh, and he’s quite bright, too.
The author of On Tyranny will speak about his latest book, On Freedom, at Rhodes College.
Timothy Snyder’s Call to Action
The author of On Tyranny will speak about his latest book, On Freedom, at Rhodes College.
www.memphisflyer.com
March 23, 2025 at 8:46 PM
This was very interesting to me. Tim Snyder is an excellent history scholar and a very good writer. I’ve read a couple of his books. Oh, and he’s quite bright, too.
Today at Tesla Wolfchase. We had fun yelling, chanting, and dancing, and passersby honked a lot. Buoys my spirits in these turbulent times.
Lot’s of cheering, and supportive honking from passing cars. #Teslatakedown at #Tesla of #Memphis. Tennessee. We had probably 150-200 participants. Totally peaceful and nonviolent, but a bit noisy. @indivisiblememphis.bsky.social
March 22, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Today at Tesla Wolfchase. We had fun yelling, chanting, and dancing, and passersby honked a lot. Buoys my spirits in these turbulent times.
Got a text from a family member saying that an elderly family member will likely pass away in the next 24 hours. The soon-to-be-deceased and I had a very rocky relationship 40 years ago.
Apple AI recommended that I respond with “That’s great news!”
I chose to respond differently. Although...
Apple AI recommended that I respond with “That’s great news!”
I chose to respond differently. Although...
March 20, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Got a text from a family member saying that an elderly family member will likely pass away in the next 24 hours. The soon-to-be-deceased and I had a very rocky relationship 40 years ago.
Apple AI recommended that I respond with “That’s great news!”
I chose to respond differently. Although...
Apple AI recommended that I respond with “That’s great news!”
I chose to respond differently. Although...
The daffodils are up and blooming at the campus of the U of Memphis. It was a great afternoon for a post-storm walk. There was also a rugby match going on- those players were quite muddy.
March 15, 2025 at 11:40 PM
The daffodils are up and blooming at the campus of the U of Memphis. It was a great afternoon for a post-storm walk. There was also a rugby match going on- those players were quite muddy.
Attending online Continuing Education class this morning- and surfing Blue Sky, too. Class is: Supporting Family Caregivers Navigating Mental Health and Wellness: Clinical Implications for Professionals. A bit interesting, but not super exciting to me.
March 14, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Attending online Continuing Education class this morning- and surfing Blue Sky, too. Class is: Supporting Family Caregivers Navigating Mental Health and Wellness: Clinical Implications for Professionals. A bit interesting, but not super exciting to me.
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This fits my profession pretty well. If only some of them would genuinely seek help… But there’s nothing “wrong” with them, they say; everybody else is the problem.
March 13, 2025 at 2:17 PM
This fits my profession pretty well. If only some of them would genuinely seek help… But there’s nothing “wrong” with them, they say; everybody else is the problem.
Nice bird pic from wintry MN
Still winter in MN and the woodpecker was ready for food. #birds #red-belliedwoodpecker
March 7, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Nice bird pic from wintry MN
He’s 16! My best non-human friend, Neo, just celebrated his 16th birthday. He moves a little less and sleeps a little more than he used to, just like I do. We’re both a couple of compatible old dudes just getting by one day at a time, together.
March 2, 2025 at 6:36 PM
He’s 16! My best non-human friend, Neo, just celebrated his 16th birthday. He moves a little less and sleeps a little more than he used to, just like I do. We’re both a couple of compatible old dudes just getting by one day at a time, together.
A pipe busted last night in an empty rental house 2 doors away from us- it was flooding my next door neighbor’s crawl space. I got the water turned off at the street- I keep a meter key handy. We have good neighbors, help each other out as best we can. Community helps me survive tough times.
February 22, 2025 at 2:59 PM
A pipe busted last night in an empty rental house 2 doors away from us- it was flooding my next door neighbor’s crawl space. I got the water turned off at the street- I keep a meter key handy. We have good neighbors, help each other out as best we can. Community helps me survive tough times.
I’m done with work for today- it was intense. 75% of my clients today are on disability for psychiatric reasons. Lots of anxiety about RFK Jr’s goals for psych meds, as well as anxiety about possible elimination or reduction of psych support. It’s turbulent for the vulnerable and marginalized.
February 19, 2025 at 9:54 PM
I’m done with work for today- it was intense. 75% of my clients today are on disability for psychiatric reasons. Lots of anxiety about RFK Jr’s goals for psych meds, as well as anxiety about possible elimination or reduction of psych support. It’s turbulent for the vulnerable and marginalized.
Tomorrow looks like a definite snow day in Memphis for those who celebrate.
February 19, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Tomorrow looks like a definite snow day in Memphis for those who celebrate.
Does anyone remember the hashtag #memstorm ? That hashtag worked well for good info on Old Memphis Twitter during some severe weather events. I’ll use it some here- I’m a weather junkie.
February 18, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Does anyone remember the hashtag #memstorm ? That hashtag worked well for good info on Old Memphis Twitter during some severe weather events. I’ll use it some here- I’m a weather junkie.
My grandmother died from a tetanus infection- she was only 39. Her son, my father, was 18 when he lost his mom. I never got to meet her. The tetanus vax was not yet available when she got infected. I’m not that old- this was (relatively) recent history. Vaccines save lives.
February 17, 2025 at 1:07 AM
My grandmother died from a tetanus infection- she was only 39. Her son, my father, was 18 when he lost his mom. I never got to meet her. The tetanus vax was not yet available when she got infected. I’m not that old- this was (relatively) recent history. Vaccines save lives.
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A tornado watch including the Memphis metro has been issued until 10pm. Isolated strong to severe t'storms are possible before a squall line moves through. Have a plan in place if you need to take shelter. Expect our severe storm threat to end by 9pm. /MM
February 15, 2025 at 10:05 PM
A tornado watch including the Memphis metro has been issued until 10pm. Isolated strong to severe t'storms are possible before a squall line moves through. Have a plan in place if you need to take shelter. Expect our severe storm threat to end by 9pm. /MM
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(The Borowitz Report)—Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.’s confirmation as HHS Secretary on Thursday received a rousing thumbs-up from some of his most prominent supporters, the National Alliance of Funeral Directors.
“We are confident that Secretary Kennedy will make death great again.”
“We are confident that Secretary Kennedy will make death great again.”
February 13, 2025 at 8:52 PM
(The Borowitz Report)—Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.’s confirmation as HHS Secretary on Thursday received a rousing thumbs-up from some of his most prominent supporters, the National Alliance of Funeral Directors.
“We are confident that Secretary Kennedy will make death great again.”
“We are confident that Secretary Kennedy will make death great again.”
This is a helpful article regarding dealing with the recent overwhelming rapid changes in our country
I wrote about managing overwhelm during these times and about practices that can help us regulate our emotions on our own and in our organizing groups.
Managing Overwhelm Amid Trump's Chaos
To fight the inhumanity of our enemies, we must nurture our own humanity, and cherish what makes our existence meaningful and worthwhile.
organizingmythoughts.org
February 13, 2025 at 5:12 PM
This is a helpful article regarding dealing with the recent overwhelming rapid changes in our country
Let It Bleed (Rolling Stones, 1969) is now my official ‘cleaning up the kitchen’ album for 2025—Rock ’n Roll dishwasher music.
February 8, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Let It Bleed (Rolling Stones, 1969) is now my official ‘cleaning up the kitchen’ album for 2025—Rock ’n Roll dishwasher music.
Good Morning, Memphis. Neo is enjoying sitting on his cat furniture.
February 8, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Good Morning, Memphis. Neo is enjoying sitting on his cat furniture.
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WELCOME TO BLACK HISTORY MONTH
a black background with the words black history month in red yellow and green
Alt: a black background with the words black history month in red yellow and green
media.tenor.com
February 1, 2025 at 8:06 AM
WELCOME TO BLACK HISTORY MONTH
A Hawk high up in the oak tree at the end of the track at the
Elma Roane Field House at the U of Memphis. The hawk was waiting for a nearby squirrel to make a fatal mistake.
Elma Roane Field House at the U of Memphis. The hawk was waiting for a nearby squirrel to make a fatal mistake.
January 26, 2025 at 2:14 AM
A Hawk high up in the oak tree at the end of the track at the
Elma Roane Field House at the U of Memphis. The hawk was waiting for a nearby squirrel to make a fatal mistake.
Elma Roane Field House at the U of Memphis. The hawk was waiting for a nearby squirrel to make a fatal mistake.