Joe Von Bokern
@joevonbokern.bsky.social
Colorado guy. Here for dogs, hiking, books, and good vibes.
Read More at https://substack.com/@joevonbokern
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This is messed up.
I was a British tourist trying to leave America. Then I was detained, shackled and sent to an immigration detention centre
Graphic artist Rebecca Burke was on the trip of a lifetime. But as she tried to leave the US she was stopped, interrogated and branded an illegal alien by ICE. Now back home, she tells others thinking...
www.theguardian.com
April 5, 2025 at 12:29 PM
This is messed up.
Stuff is about to get more expensive in America. What a wonderful opportunity to reject consumerism and stop buying crap you don’t need! There is peace in simplicity, my friends. 🧘
April 4, 2025 at 11:06 AM
Stuff is about to get more expensive in America. What a wonderful opportunity to reject consumerism and stop buying crap you don’t need! There is peace in simplicity, my friends. 🧘
Our submission to the hot cocoa competition tonight. 😆
March 16, 2025 at 2:53 AM
Our submission to the hot cocoa competition tonight. 😆
My toxic trait is that I narrate my dogs’ thoughts out loud in funny voices. And no, I am not ashamed. And no, I’m not going to stop.
March 15, 2025 at 2:38 PM
My toxic trait is that I narrate my dogs’ thoughts out loud in funny voices. And no, I am not ashamed. And no, I’m not going to stop.
We did not win the cosmic lottery and come into existence just to fade into the pattern of someone else’s fabric.
Mockingbird
Thoughts on creative energy, and an update on Leadville training.
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March 15, 2025 at 1:59 PM
We did not win the cosmic lottery and come into existence just to fade into the pattern of someone else’s fabric.
Surprised myself with a 6:10 mile at #OTFThornton this morning. The old man’s still got it! 😝
March 13, 2025 at 2:06 AM
Surprised myself with a 6:10 mile at #OTFThornton this morning. The old man’s still got it! 😝
Photo of the year right here. www.theguardian.com/environment/... 🇨🇦
Canada goose fights off bald eagle in rare, symbolism-laden battle on ice
Photographer captures 20-minute clash between birds emblematic of Canada and US amid high trade tensions
www.theguardian.com
March 5, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Photo of the year right here. www.theguardian.com/environment/... 🇨🇦
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February 28, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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Got to Chautauqua today for some trail fun in the 60° temps. Lots of slush and mud, so I kept it short, but it felt great to be out in the mountains for a bit! Can’t wait for trail season. 😋
February 23, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Got to Chautauqua today for some trail fun in the 60° temps. Lots of slush and mud, so I kept it short, but it felt great to be out in the mountains for a bit! Can’t wait for trail season. 😋
Alright, I need to lock in and finish ACOTAR #5 this weekend so I can finally move on with my life.
February 23, 2025 at 1:51 AM
Alright, I need to lock in and finish ACOTAR #5 this weekend so I can finally move on with my life.
I dream of a world where we no longer have to say, “I think you’re on mute, Bryan.”
February 21, 2025 at 7:36 PM
I dream of a world where we no longer have to say, “I think you’re on mute, Bryan.”
Epic binge sesh today. Watched all of season 1 of The White Lotus. Guys…. Why did none of you tell me about this show until today?! So good!
February 17, 2025 at 11:51 PM
Epic binge sesh today. Watched all of season 1 of The White Lotus. Guys…. Why did none of you tell me about this show until today?! So good!
Friends are always asking if I’m still acting. Read the honest truth over on my Substack page!
Why I Stopped Acting
My first real foray into the world of theatre was a high school production of Shakespeare’s Love’s Labour’s Lost. I don’t even recall which part I played (it was 26 years ago, after all). But I rememb...
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February 15, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Friends are always asking if I’m still acting. Read the honest truth over on my Substack page!
I saw a post saying that the use of “em dashes”—the long hyphen used to add emphasis—is a sign that the text was likely written by AI. Which is a bummer if true… I really like using that little guy!
February 15, 2025 at 1:55 PM
I saw a post saying that the use of “em dashes”—the long hyphen used to add emphasis—is a sign that the text was likely written by AI. Which is a bummer if true… I really like using that little guy!
A woman at OrangeTheory this morning told me that she thinks I look just like @petebuttigieg.bsky.social and honestly I’m going to be riding this high all day.
February 13, 2025 at 4:29 PM
A woman at OrangeTheory this morning told me that she thinks I look just like @petebuttigieg.bsky.social and honestly I’m going to be riding this high all day.
Interesting perspective about the difficulties of going without single-use plastics for a month. I might like to try this, TBH!
My no-plastic life: I tried to cut out single-use items for a month – and it almost broke me
Sourcing fruit and veg without wrapping was hard enough, but finding an eco-friendly way to brush my teeth was its own world of pain. And as for my 6pm crisps fix – forget it
www.theguardian.com
February 12, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Interesting perspective about the difficulties of going without single-use plastics for a month. I might like to try this, TBH!
New online spaces call for trying new things! My first crack at writing a story. Would welcome any feedback!! Thanks for the inspo, @missshellshock.bsky.social !
February 6, 2025 at 1:24 PM
New online spaces call for trying new things! My first crack at writing a story. Would welcome any feedback!! Thanks for the inspo, @missshellshock.bsky.social !
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BREAKING:
• King Soopers workers to go on 14-day strike starting Thursday
• After union members approved a strike, UFCW Local 7 said a two-week walkout will “allow everyone to understand our concerns.”
coloradosun.com/2025/02/03/k...
• King Soopers workers to go on 14-day strike starting Thursday
• After union members approved a strike, UFCW Local 7 said a two-week walkout will “allow everyone to understand our concerns.”
coloradosun.com/2025/02/03/k...
King Soopers workers to go on 14-day strike starting Thursday
After union members approved a strike, UFCW Local 7 said a two-week walkout will “allow everyone to understand our concerns.”
coloradosun.com
February 3, 2025 at 6:10 PM
BREAKING:
• King Soopers workers to go on 14-day strike starting Thursday
• After union members approved a strike, UFCW Local 7 said a two-week walkout will “allow everyone to understand our concerns.”
coloradosun.com/2025/02/03/k...
• King Soopers workers to go on 14-day strike starting Thursday
• After union members approved a strike, UFCW Local 7 said a two-week walkout will “allow everyone to understand our concerns.”
coloradosun.com/2025/02/03/k...
Check out my latest post over on Substack!
Life After Instagram
Reflections after the first week.
open.substack.com
February 2, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Check out my latest post over on Substack!
February 1, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Good morning, and happy February, finally! That long-ass January got me feelin’ like…
an older woman is crying and says it 's been 84 years
ALT: an older woman is crying and says it 's been 84 years
media.tenor.com
February 1, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Good morning, and happy February, finally! That long-ass January got me feelin’ like…
I’ve been having fun with physical media lately. Enjoying CDs and physical books again. The joy in actually owning something that you paid money for, instead of just shelling out for a license to access the material. Plus, it better supports authors and musicians, so LFG!
January 28, 2025 at 2:27 AM
I’ve been having fun with physical media lately. Enjoying CDs and physical books again. The joy in actually owning something that you paid money for, instead of just shelling out for a license to access the material. Plus, it better supports authors and musicians, so LFG!
Out of absolutely nowhere, our Google Home just said “You want more? You got it!” and started beat-boxing.
If the robots are indeed taking over, they sure are trolls about it. 😂 Alex and I are dying laughing right now.
If the robots are indeed taking over, they sure are trolls about it. 😂 Alex and I are dying laughing right now.
January 25, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Out of absolutely nowhere, our Google Home just said “You want more? You got it!” and started beat-boxing.
If the robots are indeed taking over, they sure are trolls about it. 😂 Alex and I are dying laughing right now.
If the robots are indeed taking over, they sure are trolls about it. 😂 Alex and I are dying laughing right now.
Reposted by Joe Von Bokern
November 18, 2024 at 12:21 PM
I’m starting with Slaughterhouse Five, by Kurt Vonnegut. An anti-war classic by one of my favorite authors. Commonly banned.
Seemed an appropriate choice.
Seemed an appropriate choice.
November 19, 2024 at 2:43 AM
I’m starting with Slaughterhouse Five, by Kurt Vonnegut. An anti-war classic by one of my favorite authors. Commonly banned.
Seemed an appropriate choice.
Seemed an appropriate choice.