Kristen Thane Clark
@kthaneclark.bsky.social
VTer. Mom and advocate for Kendall who has autism as her superpower. Married to my best friend and fellow adventurer.
My creative catharsis of 2025: a quilt commemorating the 250th anniversary that I hope we celebrate next year as a nation. Documenting these ideals now so that hopefully we remember that they once existed… #ThisismyAmerica #protestquilt 🇺🇸
August 19, 2025 at 12:09 AM
My creative catharsis of 2025: a quilt commemorating the 250th anniversary that I hope we celebrate next year as a nation. Documenting these ideals now so that hopefully we remember that they once existed… #ThisismyAmerica #protestquilt 🇺🇸
Hand-stitching the binding on my #protestquilt because I need to keep from doomscrolling! Land of the free* (*conditions apply)
August 13, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Hand-stitching the binding on my #protestquilt because I need to keep from doomscrolling! Land of the free* (*conditions apply)
Spending time on this No Kings Flag Day working on my protest quilt. Land of the Free* (*conditions apply). Let’s keep marching to be sure our democracy is still standing for next year’s 250th anniversary! #protestquilt #nokings
June 14, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Spending time on this No Kings Flag Day working on my protest quilt. Land of the Free* (*conditions apply). Let’s keep marching to be sure our democracy is still standing for next year’s 250th anniversary! #protestquilt #nokings
During a really rough time for the autism community, I’m finding strength in the beauty of spring ☀️ #autismadvocate #mamabear
April 25, 2025 at 3:54 PM
During a really rough time for the autism community, I’m finding strength in the beauty of spring ☀️ #autismadvocate #mamabear
Getting into good trouble! In prepping Kendall, I tried to explain why we were going to stand in the rain with a sign by listing things she has rights to like doctors, medicine, safety, love. Her addition: she has rights to dogs. I think she gets it. #HandsOff2025 #DisabilityRights
April 5, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Getting into good trouble! In prepping Kendall, I tried to explain why we were going to stand in the rain with a sign by listing things she has rights to like doctors, medicine, safety, love. Her addition: she has rights to dogs. I think she gets it. #HandsOff2025 #DisabilityRights
Because tomorrow we march #HandsoffMedicaid #DisabilityRightsAreHumanRights
April 4, 2025 at 10:49 PM
Because tomorrow we march #HandsoffMedicaid #DisabilityRightsAreHumanRights
Oh, we are Autism Aware! And autism inclusive, advocating, accommodating, and loving. She had a fantastic kick-off to Autism Awareness Month by celebrating April Fools Day—tricking people about the time of day or current holiday season 🤣 How lucky we are to be in her world 💗♾️🤩 #AutismAwarenessMonth
April 1, 2025 at 10:22 PM
Oh, we are Autism Aware! And autism inclusive, advocating, accommodating, and loving. She had a fantastic kick-off to Autism Awareness Month by celebrating April Fools Day—tricking people about the time of day or current holiday season 🤣 How lucky we are to be in her world 💗♾️🤩 #AutismAwarenessMonth
TRANS RIGHTS ARE HUMAN RIGHTS! We shouldn’t have to say it. It should be obvious and one of the most boring topic to consider bringing up, like the fact that the earth isn’t flat. But because too many people are intent on gaining power by tearing other people down, here we are needing to say it.
March 31, 2025 at 8:43 PM
TRANS RIGHTS ARE HUMAN RIGHTS! We shouldn’t have to say it. It should be obvious and one of the most boring topic to consider bringing up, like the fact that the earth isn’t flat. But because too many people are intent on gaining power by tearing other people down, here we are needing to say it.
It’s National Quilt Day, and I’m working on a narrative quilt I’m calling “Home Sweet Home” (for now). Imperfections coming together to make something comforting and beautiful. 💗🧵
March 15, 2025 at 8:31 PM
It’s National Quilt Day, and I’m working on a narrative quilt I’m calling “Home Sweet Home” (for now). Imperfections coming together to make something comforting and beautiful. 💗🧵
Thank you, @rebeccawhite.bsky.social , for representing our district with a “NO” vote on being one step closer to dismantling public education for VTers. We are losing to so many levels of privilege. I’m scared for our future. #disabilityrights #protectIDEA
The Vermont Senate has confirmed Zoie Saunders as the state’s secretary of education and closed the books on a year-long political saga that underlines Gov. Phil Scott’s newfound power in Montpelier.
Nearly a year after her failed confirmation, a new Senate backs Zoie Saunders as education secretary
Thursday’s vote was 22 to 8 in favor of her confirmation. All 13 Republicans and nine of 16 Democrats voted for Saunders.
www.vermontpublic.org
March 13, 2025 at 10:47 PM
Thank you, @rebeccawhite.bsky.social , for representing our district with a “NO” vote on being one step closer to dismantling public education for VTers. We are losing to so many levels of privilege. I’m scared for our future. #disabilityrights #protectIDEA
It was assumed because we feel it every time we walk through their doors. But it matters that they put it in writing for all to see, especially for those of us who aren’t sure who to trust these days. Thank you, neighbors 💗 #InclusionMatters #ILoveVT #SupportLocal
March 1, 2025 at 5:43 PM
It was assumed because we feel it every time we walk through their doors. But it matters that they put it in writing for all to see, especially for those of us who aren’t sure who to trust these days. Thank you, neighbors 💗 #InclusionMatters #ILoveVT #SupportLocal
Saying goodbye to this vacation is rough, but as I always say, now we get to plan our next adventure! I couldn’t ask for a better travel partner ❤️ #YellowstoneNP #ProtectOurParks #MarryYourBestFriend
February 21, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Saying goodbye to this vacation is rough, but as I always say, now we get to plan our next adventure! I couldn’t ask for a better travel partner ❤️ #YellowstoneNP #ProtectOurParks #MarryYourBestFriend
February 20, 2025 at 3:31 AM
Our second day in Yellowstone did not disappoint! Bison owning the place (note the one sticking its tongue out at Tom), wide open snowy spaces, elk at high elevation, and a moose (I swear it was there). #Yellowstoneforever
February 18, 2025 at 2:02 AM
Our second day in Yellowstone did not disappoint! Bison owning the place (note the one sticking its tongue out at Tom), wide open snowy spaces, elk at high elevation, and a moose (I swear it was there). #Yellowstoneforever
A quilt years in the making, left 1/2 finished in Nanny’s sewing room when she passed. I finally finished it this weekend. We did it, Nan 💗 #griefinmanyforms #quiltingtherapy
February 11, 2025 at 12:41 AM
A quilt years in the making, left 1/2 finished in Nanny’s sewing room when she passed. I finally finished it this weekend. We did it, Nan 💗 #griefinmanyforms #quiltingtherapy
15 F, but I needed some air. Tough parenting weekend, but we did it together. Nothing compared to parenting others are doing, though, as rumors of ICE raids swirl & LGBTQ+ attacks continue. And people ask why we need Black History Month after the WH blames plane crashes on DEI. #surviving2025
February 3, 2025 at 12:13 AM
15 F, but I needed some air. Tough parenting weekend, but we did it together. Nothing compared to parenting others are doing, though, as rumors of ICE raids swirl & LGBTQ+ attacks continue. And people ask why we need Black History Month after the WH blames plane crashes on DEI. #surviving2025
Using my Quilting Era to disassociate from the reality of our misogynistic hellscape of a country. Ruby is laying claim to this one in progress. #quiltsky #catsforcomfort
January 26, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Using my Quilting Era to disassociate from the reality of our misogynistic hellscape of a country. Ruby is laying claim to this one in progress. #quiltsky #catsforcomfort
Trans & NB humans exist & DO NOT threaten me or my identity as a woman. We do, however, need protection from the sexual predator who signed this order, abusers in his administration, & misogynists they defend. I guess dehumanizing others is easier than reducing the price of eggs. #FoxInTheHenHouse
January 21, 2025 at 11:46 PM
Trans & NB humans exist & DO NOT threaten me or my identity as a woman. We do, however, need protection from the sexual predator who signed this order, abusers in his administration, & misogynists they defend. I guess dehumanizing others is easier than reducing the price of eggs. #FoxInTheHenHouse
The person inaugurated today is not fit for office for countless reasons. Here’s a reminder that it was not a deal-breaker for more than 77M Americans to elect a convicted sexual offender. #ThisIsWhyWomenDontReport #BeliveSurvivors
January 20, 2025 at 11:24 PM
The person inaugurated today is not fit for office for countless reasons. Here’s a reminder that it was not a deal-breaker for more than 77M Americans to elect a convicted sexual offender. #ThisIsWhyWomenDontReport #BeliveSurvivors
We’re EEG pros over here! I never imagined something like this would ever feel so routine, but she keeps smiling through it. #thisislifewithdisabilities #TeamKendall
January 16, 2025 at 11:38 PM
We’re EEG pros over here! I never imagined something like this would ever feel so routine, but she keeps smiling through it. #thisislifewithdisabilities #TeamKendall
15 years later, I still think this is a great idea. Today I snuggled my girl while she told me about her day and made a simple dinner while Tom and I reconnected this evening. How about you?
January 14, 2025 at 1:59 AM
15 years later, I still think this is a great idea. Today I snuggled my girl while she told me about her day and made a simple dinner while Tom and I reconnected this evening. How about you?
Rebuilding community. Anyone else I know in real life want to move our connections over here? (Photo credit, my hubs)
January 11, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Rebuilding community. Anyone else I know in real life want to move our connections over here? (Photo credit, my hubs)