Milena B
@inalienable.bsky.social
I was supposed to be a lot of things. Currently I'm a disability advocate, and I use fiber arts and audiobooks to cope with the weight of things I can't fix.
I was having trouble with the idea of quitting Goodreads because I have been using it for so many years. I just noticed the read dates are gone for a bunch of my books and they are in "to read". Defeats the point.
I used Storyworth in 23 and I'm back now. It's so much better
#booksky
#storyworth
I used Storyworth in 23 and I'm back now. It's so much better
#booksky
#storyworth
January 12, 2025 at 4:04 PM
I was having trouble with the idea of quitting Goodreads because I have been using it for so many years. I just noticed the read dates are gone for a bunch of my books and they are in "to read". Defeats the point.
I used Storyworth in 23 and I'm back now. It's so much better
#booksky
#storyworth
I used Storyworth in 23 and I'm back now. It's so much better
#booksky
#storyworth
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The Native American Disability Law Center is an organization that advocates for the legal rights of Native Americans with disabilities. Check out their website for resources and information:
The Native American Disability Law Center
The Native American Disability Law Center is a private nonprofit organization that advocates for the legal rights of Native Americans with disabilities.
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December 18, 2024 at 9:00 PM
The Native American Disability Law Center is an organization that advocates for the legal rights of Native Americans with disabilities. Check out their website for resources and information:
December 14, 2024 at 6:17 PM
December 14, 2024 at 5:49 PM
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Leonard Peltier has been imprisoned since 1976. Allow him the dignity to live his remaining years with his family.
Even the U.S. Attorney who put him there agrees.
President Biden should grant him clemency.
Even the U.S. Attorney who put him there agrees.
President Biden should grant him clemency.
ICYMI: Last night, Sen. Brian Schatz went on the Senate floor and appealed to Biden to "show mercy" and grant clemency to Leonard Peltier in his final days.
“This is exactly what that awesome presidential power is for: to right a historic wrong." www.huffpost.com/entry/brian-...
“This is exactly what that awesome presidential power is for: to right a historic wrong." www.huffpost.com/entry/brian-...
‘Show Mercy’: Sen. Brian Schatz Urges Joe Biden To Free Leonard Peltier In Final Days
“If there was ever a case that merited compassionate release, Leonard Peltier’s is it,” said the chairman of the Senate Indian Affairs Committee.
www.huffpost.com
December 5, 2024 at 4:08 PM
Leonard Peltier has been imprisoned since 1976. Allow him the dignity to live his remaining years with his family.
Even the U.S. Attorney who put him there agrees.
President Biden should grant him clemency.
Even the U.S. Attorney who put him there agrees.
President Biden should grant him clemency.
This has been on my list for a long time. It was a good day to start it. It was a cool surprise to find out the audiobook was narrated by Gary Farmer, who was in from Reservation Dogs.
#booksky
#currentread
#booksky
#currentread
November 29, 2024 at 2:06 AM
This has been on my list for a long time. It was a good day to start it. It was a cool surprise to find out the audiobook was narrated by Gary Farmer, who was in from Reservation Dogs.
#booksky
#currentread
#booksky
#currentread
I don't know if it's resistance to change, but I don't like this Everand plan restructuring.
Every time you look something up and it turns out to be a premium title, you are tempted to upgrade your plan and you can't switch back.
Yes, I use a library app too.
#booksky
#everand
#audiobooks
Every time you look something up and it turns out to be a premium title, you are tempted to upgrade your plan and you can't switch back.
Yes, I use a library app too.
#booksky
#everand
#audiobooks
November 23, 2024 at 5:16 PM
I don't know if it's resistance to change, but I don't like this Everand plan restructuring.
Every time you look something up and it turns out to be a premium title, you are tempted to upgrade your plan and you can't switch back.
Yes, I use a library app too.
#booksky
#everand
#audiobooks
Every time you look something up and it turns out to be a premium title, you are tempted to upgrade your plan and you can't switch back.
Yes, I use a library app too.
#booksky
#everand
#audiobooks
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You're not "late to the party" when you enjoy an old book for the first time. Books don't have an RSVP deadline. The party started long ago, and guests show up when they're meant to.
November 23, 2024 at 2:02 PM
You're not "late to the party" when you enjoy an old book for the first time. Books don't have an RSVP deadline. The party started long ago, and guests show up when they're meant to.
There are healthcare subsidies set to expire next year. This bill in the Senate would make them permanent.
Please contact your senator and tell them if you care about healthcare protections.
www.congress.gov/bill/118th-c...
#advocacy
#healthcare
#disabilityjustice
Please contact your senator and tell them if you care about healthcare protections.
www.congress.gov/bill/118th-c...
#advocacy
#healthcare
#disabilityjustice
www.congress.gov
November 19, 2024 at 9:13 PM
There are healthcare subsidies set to expire next year. This bill in the Senate would make them permanent.
Please contact your senator and tell them if you care about healthcare protections.
www.congress.gov/bill/118th-c...
#advocacy
#healthcare
#disabilityjustice
Please contact your senator and tell them if you care about healthcare protections.
www.congress.gov/bill/118th-c...
#advocacy
#healthcare
#disabilityjustice
Well this is exciting. National Book Awards ceremony is tomorrow night and there's a stream!
#booksky
#nationalbookawards
#bookwormoscars
www.nationalbook.org/awards2024/?...
#booksky
#nationalbookawards
#bookwormoscars
www.nationalbook.org/awards2024/?...
75th National Book Awards
www.nationalbook.org
November 19, 2024 at 4:13 PM
Well this is exciting. National Book Awards ceremony is tomorrow night and there's a stream!
#booksky
#nationalbookawards
#bookwormoscars
www.nationalbook.org/awards2024/?...
#booksky
#nationalbookawards
#bookwormoscars
www.nationalbook.org/awards2024/?...
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#DisabilityTax
“The reality is that it is expensive to be disabled. Research shows that disabled people need at least 28% more income, at least $17,690, to achieve a standard of living similar to that of non-disabled people.”
www.theguardian.com/wellness/202...
A cutting board costs me $75 – it might cost you $10. What to know about the ‘disability tax’
Research shows disabled people need at least 28% more income than non-disabled people for a similar living standard
www.theguardian.com
November 19, 2024 at 5:07 AM
#DisabilityTax
“The reality is that it is expensive to be disabled. Research shows that disabled people need at least 28% more income, at least $17,690, to achieve a standard of living similar to that of non-disabled people.”
www.theguardian.com/wellness/202...
I do like seeing the "20 books that stayed with you" challenge, but I feel like I'm missing information because I want to know what part was significant. I'm nervous to do it myself because 20 days in a row feels like something I will likely fail. Executive functioning is like the muse sometimes.
November 18, 2024 at 4:09 PM
I do like seeing the "20 books that stayed with you" challenge, but I feel like I'm missing information because I want to know what part was significant. I'm nervous to do it myself because 20 days in a row feels like something I will likely fail. Executive functioning is like the muse sometimes.
I like this one better than the 20 books. I don't know blasphemous knave but we share two authors
Octavia E. Butler
N. K. Jemisin
David Sedaris
Joe Abercrombie
Robin Hobb
Octavia E. Butler
N. K. Jemisin
David Sedaris
Joe Abercrombie
Robin Hobb
5 authors I’ve read 5+ books by 📚💙
Ursula K. LeGuin
Octavia E. Butler
N.K. Jemisin
Nghi Vo
Kate Elliott
Ursula K. LeGuin
Octavia E. Butler
N.K. Jemisin
Nghi Vo
Kate Elliott
5 authors I've read 5+ books by:
Stephen King
Ursula Le Guin
Robert Jordan
Charlaine Harris
Alastair Reynolds
Stephen King
Ursula Le Guin
Robert Jordan
Charlaine Harris
Alastair Reynolds
November 18, 2024 at 4:01 PM
I like this one better than the 20 books. I don't know blasphemous knave but we share two authors
Octavia E. Butler
N. K. Jemisin
David Sedaris
Joe Abercrombie
Robin Hobb
Octavia E. Butler
N. K. Jemisin
David Sedaris
Joe Abercrombie
Robin Hobb
I picked this up and I thought it's Isabel Allende, it's not going to be bad. Then I saw the bad reviews.
I agree it's not her best but considering it's outside her usual, it's quite good so far, 70% in.
She writes teens way more realistically than Steven King.
#booksky
#books
#crime
#fiction
I agree it's not her best but considering it's outside her usual, it's quite good so far, 70% in.
She writes teens way more realistically than Steven King.
#booksky
#books
#crime
#fiction
November 18, 2024 at 3:53 AM
This is a book that more people should know about.
#booksky
#autistic
#neurodiversity
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#booksky
#autistic
#neurodiversity
us.jkp.com/products/i-w...
I Will Die On This Hill
There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance...
us.jkp.com
November 16, 2024 at 8:34 PM
This is a book that more people should know about.
#booksky
#autistic
#neurodiversity
us.jkp.com/products/i-w...
#booksky
#autistic
#neurodiversity
us.jkp.com/products/i-w...
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I was thinking if I crochet a cap sleeve sweater in malabrigo sock, maybe it won't be too warm to wear. I guess I run too hot to wear any pullover now. I'll wait until it gets colder and go back to making things for the kids. 🧶
#crochet
#malabrigo
#yarn
#crochet
#malabrigo
#yarn
November 16, 2024 at 3:54 AM
I was thinking if I crochet a cap sleeve sweater in malabrigo sock, maybe it won't be too warm to wear. I guess I run too hot to wear any pullover now. I'll wait until it gets colder and go back to making things for the kids. 🧶
#crochet
#malabrigo
#yarn
#crochet
#malabrigo
#yarn
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Apropos of nothing, I wrote a whole book explaining how the autism anti-vaccine panic was rooted in a fear of autism. That allowed cranks like RFK Jr. to thrive and prey off of parents of #ActuallyAutistic children's fears.
www.harpercollins.com/products/wer...
www.harpercollins.com/products/wer...
We're Not Broken
“This book is a message from autistic people to their parents, friends, teachers, coworkers and doctors showing what life is like on the spectrum. It’s also my love letter to autistic people. For too ...
www.harpercollins.com
November 14, 2024 at 8:44 PM
Apropos of nothing, I wrote a whole book explaining how the autism anti-vaccine panic was rooted in a fear of autism. That allowed cranks like RFK Jr. to thrive and prey off of parents of #ActuallyAutistic children's fears.
www.harpercollins.com/products/wer...
www.harpercollins.com/products/wer...
I hope I'm doing this right 😬
November 16, 2024 at 3:12 AM
I hope I'm doing this right 😬
This is what I'm currently reading. It's a pretty accessible crash course in gynecology and it's inclusive.
November 16, 2024 at 12:31 AM
This is what I'm currently reading. It's a pretty accessible crash course in gynecology and it's inclusive.