GrrlGnag
@grrlgnag.bsky.social
Secular Progressive Homeschool Mom.
Sustainability. Community. Chicago.
Sustainability. Community. Chicago.
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Nobody is “grooming” your kids to be gay or trans but people are grooming them to be Nazis.
January 15, 2026 at 9:22 PM
Nobody is “grooming” your kids to be gay or trans but people are grooming them to be Nazis.
I told Teen about this incredibly stupid statement from the Agriculture Secretary.
One hour later --
Me: Hey, I packed lunch for you.
Teen: Is it A piece of broccoli and A corn tortilla?
;)
One hour later --
Me: Hey, I packed lunch for you.
Teen: Is it A piece of broccoli and A corn tortilla?
;)
Brooke Rollins: "We've run over 1,000 simulations. It can cost around $3 a meal for a piece of chicken, a piece of broccoli, corn tortilla, and one other thing. So there is a way to do this that actually will save the average American consumer money."
January 15, 2026 at 4:19 PM
I told Teen about this incredibly stupid statement from the Agriculture Secretary.
One hour later --
Me: Hey, I packed lunch for you.
Teen: Is it A piece of broccoli and A corn tortilla?
;)
One hour later --
Me: Hey, I packed lunch for you.
Teen: Is it A piece of broccoli and A corn tortilla?
;)
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In the eyes of Trump’s EPA, human health is now literally worthless [via @vox.com]
In the eyes of Trump’s EPA, human health is now literally worthless
How the agency’s new math favors polluters over people.
www.motherjones.com
January 15, 2026 at 1:00 PM
In the eyes of Trump’s EPA, human health is now literally worthless [via @vox.com]
This week in our #homeschool starts a fun but BUSY 8 week period - so we're maximizing every available minute, especially those spent commuting. Yay podcasts! Continuing with Alegbra, Biology, Prehistory/Geology, & English (w/focus on poetry/creative writing) as well as cooking. <3
January 14, 2026 at 4:06 PM
This week in our #homeschool starts a fun but BUSY 8 week period - so we're maximizing every available minute, especially those spent commuting. Yay podcasts! Continuing with Alegbra, Biology, Prehistory/Geology, & English (w/focus on poetry/creative writing) as well as cooking. <3
Boy howdy, watching Mr. Smith Goes to Washington right now is WILD.
a black and white photo of a man saying `` i guess this is just another lost cause , mr. paine . ``
Alt: Jimmy Stewart saying "I guess this is just another lost cause, Mr. Paine."
media.tenor.com
January 11, 2026 at 2:57 AM
Boy howdy, watching Mr. Smith Goes to Washington right now is WILD.
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“The wrong ICE is melting, the wrong Amazon is burning.”
(Written on the back of a frozen pizza box)
(Written on the back of a frozen pizza box)
January 9, 2026 at 3:03 AM
“The wrong ICE is melting, the wrong Amazon is burning.”
(Written on the back of a frozen pizza box)
(Written on the back of a frozen pizza box)
Popped into the Old Orchard Barnes & Noble tonight to kill some time - and the whole store is 50% off bc they're moving (staying in the mall, though!) so I grabbed a retelling of Gatsby from the women's perspective and a Gothic by the director of The Love Witch bc why not?! <3
January 10, 2026 at 2:11 AM
Popped into the Old Orchard Barnes & Noble tonight to kill some time - and the whole store is 50% off bc they're moving (staying in the mall, though!) so I grabbed a retelling of Gatsby from the women's perspective and a Gothic by the director of The Love Witch bc why not?! <3
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Abolish and prosecute ICE. They did a murder in broad daylight today. Imagine what they're doing in the closed facilities we're somehow not even allowed to see.
January 7, 2026 at 6:20 PM
Abolish and prosecute ICE. They did a murder in broad daylight today. Imagine what they're doing in the closed facilities we're somehow not even allowed to see.
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The “prosecute the former regime at every level” candidate has my vote in 2028.
January 7, 2026 at 8:26 PM
The “prosecute the former regime at every level” candidate has my vote in 2028.
Driving an elderly relative downtown for an appointment (CTA isn't an option bc it involves too much walking) and I feel so much sympathy for people who do this drive on the Kennedy 2x/every day bc I wouldn't be able to handle it. <3
January 7, 2026 at 1:19 PM
Driving an elderly relative downtown for an appointment (CTA isn't an option bc it involves too much walking) and I feel so much sympathy for people who do this drive on the Kennedy 2x/every day bc I wouldn't be able to handle it. <3
Listen, I've loved every second of watching Stranger Things over the last decade - especially once my kid, now a teen, caught up and joined in on the fun. I found the finale really satisfying, and cried multiple times. Team Nancy Wheeler, absolute warrior queen. <3
January 7, 2026 at 2:11 AM
Listen, I've loved every second of watching Stranger Things over the last decade - especially once my kid, now a teen, caught up and joined in on the fun. I found the finale really satisfying, and cried multiple times. Team Nancy Wheeler, absolute warrior queen. <3
After a busy but also restful winter break, we are back to #homeschool and starting with two new (fun!) reads: The Brilliant Abyss, and Raptor Red.
January 6, 2026 at 6:05 PM
After a busy but also restful winter break, we are back to #homeschool and starting with two new (fun!) reads: The Brilliant Abyss, and Raptor Red.
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Love this from Guillermo del Toro
January 5, 2026 at 2:16 AM
Love this from Guillermo del Toro
One of my mental health habits is getting up early and sitting with my cat, coffee, & a notebook in which I make lists and plans before the day's tasks begin. Farewell to this one, which has served me through many ups & downs since August, and has the stickers to prove it - bc stickers are neat. <3
January 4, 2026 at 2:39 PM
One of my mental health habits is getting up early and sitting with my cat, coffee, & a notebook in which I make lists and plans before the day's tasks begin. Farewell to this one, which has served me through many ups & downs since August, and has the stickers to prove it - bc stickers are neat. <3
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The most insipid and dumbest dystopia.
January 3, 2026 at 4:52 PM
The most insipid and dumbest dystopia.
Ugh, the AI slop is everywhere all the time.
AI Slop is Ruining Local Markets
YouTube video by Drama Kween
youtu.be
January 2, 2026 at 12:31 PM
Ugh, the AI slop is everywhere all the time.
The theatre Teen & I saw (either together or solo) in 2025. Less than typical for us, but some real joys. Its been months, and I still smile at the memory of Titanique. Kid is still buzzing about Phantom. <3
January 1, 2026 at 5:39 PM
The theatre Teen & I saw (either together or solo) in 2025. Less than typical for us, but some real joys. Its been months, and I still smile at the memory of Titanique. Kid is still buzzing about Phantom. <3
What I read in December 2025. Less than usual, but thats the holidays, and they were all very good/interesting. (Chicago Transit Hikes would make a great gift for local pals who love a wander.) <3
December 31, 2025 at 12:26 PM
What I read in December 2025. Less than usual, but thats the holidays, and they were all very good/interesting. (Chicago Transit Hikes would make a great gift for local pals who love a wander.) <3
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Some things I'm doing today -
Everyday/offline life is good. <3
1. Turning a cabbage thats hanging out in the fridge into a Sriracha slaw to have with dinner.
2. Washing all bedding.
3. Eating through leftovers.
4. Reading my book club selection.
5. Watching movies this PM.
<3
Everyday/offline life is good. <3
1. Turning a cabbage thats hanging out in the fridge into a Sriracha slaw to have with dinner.
2. Washing all bedding.
3. Eating through leftovers.
4. Reading my book club selection.
5. Watching movies this PM.
<3
December 28, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Some things I'm doing today -
Everyday/offline life is good. <3
1. Turning a cabbage thats hanging out in the fridge into a Sriracha slaw to have with dinner.
2. Washing all bedding.
3. Eating through leftovers.
4. Reading my book club selection.
5. Watching movies this PM.
<3
Everyday/offline life is good. <3
1. Turning a cabbage thats hanging out in the fridge into a Sriracha slaw to have with dinner.
2. Washing all bedding.
3. Eating through leftovers.
4. Reading my book club selection.
5. Watching movies this PM.
<3
Had an absolutely delicious dinner at Daebak Korean BBQ in Wicker Park. <3
December 28, 2025 at 4:38 AM
Had an absolutely delicious dinner at Daebak Korean BBQ in Wicker Park. <3
I don't think any board game has gotten as much play in my house as EL, the Chicago Transit Adventure. Everyone's favorite, always. <3
December 28, 2025 at 3:26 AM
I don't think any board game has gotten as much play in my house as EL, the Chicago Transit Adventure. Everyone's favorite, always. <3
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December 26, 2025 at 11:29 PM
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We are now entering the weird liminal space between Christmas and New Year's Eve. Anything could happen during this time. You could feel weirdly nostalgic, you could see a photo of a cat, you could remember to feed your Neopets. The possibilities are endless.
December 26, 2025 at 6:24 AM
We are now entering the weird liminal space between Christmas and New Year's Eve. Anything could happen during this time. You could feel weirdly nostalgic, you could see a photo of a cat, you could remember to feed your Neopets. The possibilities are endless.