old lady bee
@oldladybee.bsky.social
Human kindness has never weakened the stamina or softened the fiber of a free people. A nation does not have to be cruel to be tough.
-Franklin D. Roosevelt
-Franklin D. Roosevelt
Pinned
'Cause love's such an old-fashioned word and love dares you to care for the people on the edge of the night and love dares you to change our way of caring about ourselves.
This is our last dance.
This is ourselves under pressure.
-Bowie and Queen
This is our last dance.
This is ourselves under pressure.
-Bowie and Queen
Everything you need to register to vote or check the status of your registration. Easy peasy.
Thank you @npr.org for this very cool tool.
Thank you @npr.org for this very cool tool.
How to register to vote and check your registration status
For the 2026 primary elections, NPR has collected deadlines and information on how to register to vote — online, in person or by mail — in every U.S. state and territory.
www.npr.org
February 16, 2026 at 5:26 PM
Everything you need to register to vote or check the status of your registration. Easy peasy.
Thank you @npr.org for this very cool tool.
Thank you @npr.org for this very cool tool.
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I can't think of better rebranding ambassadors for masks than the 2026 Olympians. Our leaders have tried to pass off masks as something you only wear if already sick or older with comorbidities.
But everyone is vulnerable to post viral illness. These athletes get it 👏🏼👏🏼
But everyone is vulnerable to post viral illness. These athletes get it 👏🏼👏🏼
February 14, 2026 at 1:00 AM
I can't think of better rebranding ambassadors for masks than the 2026 Olympians. Our leaders have tried to pass off masks as something you only wear if already sick or older with comorbidities.
But everyone is vulnerable to post viral illness. These athletes get it 👏🏼👏🏼
But everyone is vulnerable to post viral illness. These athletes get it 👏🏼👏🏼
Important information for fitness coaches, pilates and yoga instructors, and physical therapists working with clients suffering from P.E.M. (post exertional malaise).
"Traditional 'build up gradually' programs are contraindicated — they risk serious harm, crashes, and permanent setbacks."
"Traditional 'build up gradually' programs are contraindicated — they risk serious harm, crashes, and permanent setbacks."
🚨🧵by Dr @harryspoelstra.bsky.social:
"Post-exertional malaise and the myth of cardiac deconditioning: rethinking the pathophysiology of long covid
‼️Important and HIGH TIME this got addressed!
➡️This excellent international paper scientifically argues that..."
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threadreaderapp.com/thread/20215...
"Post-exertional malaise and the myth of cardiac deconditioning: rethinking the pathophysiology of long covid
‼️Important and HIGH TIME this got addressed!
➡️This excellent international paper scientifically argues that..."
🧵
threadreaderapp.com/thread/20215...
February 11, 2026 at 3:36 PM
Important information for fitness coaches, pilates and yoga instructors, and physical therapists working with clients suffering from P.E.M. (post exertional malaise).
"Traditional 'build up gradually' programs are contraindicated — they risk serious harm, crashes, and permanent setbacks."
"Traditional 'build up gradually' programs are contraindicated — they risk serious harm, crashes, and permanent setbacks."
The article is specific to Connecticut, but the issue is nation-wide.
If you are in a position to support your local library financially, now would be a great time to give.
And if you are using a local library, cut them a little slack and be patient as they navigate this upheaval.
#booksky 📚♥️
If you are in a position to support your local library financially, now would be a great time to give.
And if you are using a local library, cut them a little slack and be patient as they navigate this upheaval.
#booksky 📚♥️
Connecticut libraries lose money, access to books after Baker & Taylor collapse
Local librarians are working to recoup money and find alternative suppliers to restock their shelves.
www.ctpublic.org
February 9, 2026 at 5:21 PM
The article is specific to Connecticut, but the issue is nation-wide.
If you are in a position to support your local library financially, now would be a great time to give.
And if you are using a local library, cut them a little slack and be patient as they navigate this upheaval.
#booksky 📚♥️
If you are in a position to support your local library financially, now would be a great time to give.
And if you are using a local library, cut them a little slack and be patient as they navigate this upheaval.
#booksky 📚♥️
Wow, looks like this will be soooo good! But am I tempted enough to leave my hidey-hole and head for NY? Hmmmmm.
#witchsky
#witchsky
Excited to begin this new chapter in my life! A lifelong dream come true. #Hadestown #Broadwaydebut 🌺🙏🏼
February 7, 2026 at 5:25 PM
Wow, looks like this will be soooo good! But am I tempted enough to leave my hidey-hole and head for NY? Hmmmmm.
#witchsky
#witchsky
Frank Duffy's work is so gorgeous. I have a few pieces, and love them. On sale thru February!
✨reminder that I have a SALE on all my original limited-edition linoprints throughout February✨👀
shop.frankduffy.co.uk #artsky #witchsky
shop.frankduffy.co.uk #artsky #witchsky
February 7, 2026 at 4:44 PM
Frank Duffy's work is so gorgeous. I have a few pieces, and love them. On sale thru February!
I need a reset. Going to do a screen-free weekend. No phone. No TV. No computer. See you on Monday.
January 31, 2026 at 2:27 AM
I need a reset. Going to do a screen-free weekend. No phone. No TV. No computer. See you on Monday.
Looking for recommendations on a gift book for a friend who just read both Isabel Wilkerson's books (Caste and The Warmth of Other Suns), and he now wants to read about Native American history.
I thought maybe Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee? Other suggestions?
Thanks in advance #booksky !
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I thought maybe Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee? Other suggestions?
Thanks in advance #booksky !
📚💙
January 30, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Looking for recommendations on a gift book for a friend who just read both Isabel Wilkerson's books (Caste and The Warmth of Other Suns), and he now wants to read about Native American history.
I thought maybe Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee? Other suggestions?
Thanks in advance #booksky !
📚💙
I thought maybe Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee? Other suggestions?
Thanks in advance #booksky !
📚💙
January 28, 2026 at 2:27 AM
'Cause love's such an old-fashioned word and love dares you to care for the people on the edge of the night and love dares you to change our way of caring about ourselves.
This is our last dance.
This is ourselves under pressure.
-Bowie and Queen
This is our last dance.
This is ourselves under pressure.
-Bowie and Queen
January 28, 2026 at 2:06 AM
'Cause love's such an old-fashioned word and love dares you to care for the people on the edge of the night and love dares you to change our way of caring about ourselves.
This is our last dance.
This is ourselves under pressure.
-Bowie and Queen
This is our last dance.
This is ourselves under pressure.
-Bowie and Queen
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"Why I Can’t Just Meet You for Dinner: The Reality of Post-Exertional Malaise"
substack.com/home/post/p-...
Thoughtful blog post which tries to explain postexertional malaise & how those who suffer from it need to be very careful with which activities they take on
#LongCovid #PwME #MEcfs
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"Why I Can’t Just Meet You for Dinner: The Reality of Post-Exertional Malaise"
substack.com/home/post/p-...
Thoughtful blog post which tries to explain postexertional malaise & how those who suffer from it need to be very careful with which activities they take on
#LongCovid #PwME #MEcfs
1/
January 26, 2026 at 9:20 PM
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"Why I Can’t Just Meet You for Dinner: The Reality of Post-Exertional Malaise"
substack.com/home/post/p-...
Thoughtful blog post which tries to explain postexertional malaise & how those who suffer from it need to be very careful with which activities they take on
#LongCovid #PwME #MEcfs
1/
"Why I Can’t Just Meet You for Dinner: The Reality of Post-Exertional Malaise"
substack.com/home/post/p-...
Thoughtful blog post which tries to explain postexertional malaise & how those who suffer from it need to be very careful with which activities they take on
#LongCovid #PwME #MEcfs
1/
Picked up a bad habit over the last decade or three; I've not allowed myself the time or space or freedom to daydream. The young me was a champion daydreamer. New goal: to enter the silence joyfully and listen as my own heart weaves tales.
January 10, 2026 at 11:04 PM
Picked up a bad habit over the last decade or three; I've not allowed myself the time or space or freedom to daydream. The young me was a champion daydreamer. New goal: to enter the silence joyfully and listen as my own heart weaves tales.
Finally, a freakishly warm January day that has melted much of the snow, so I can get outside in the dirt to do some workings. And no, next-door-neighbor, it's not your concern what I am burying beneath the sassafrass tree.
#witchsky
#witchsky
January 8, 2026 at 5:39 PM
Finally, a freakishly warm January day that has melted much of the snow, so I can get outside in the dirt to do some workings. And no, next-door-neighbor, it's not your concern what I am burying beneath the sassafrass tree.
#witchsky
#witchsky
Another ear-warmer/headband off the needles. My hair's in a bun 99% of the time, so these are better than hats. No pattern, just a basic double knit on straight needles with a mattress stitch seam. Using up my stash of KC Cloudpaca. Might make a short double knit scarf to match.
#knitsky #knitting
#knitsky #knitting
January 2, 2026 at 12:33 AM
6:00pm January 1
And that, my friends
is officially the end
of the holiday sugar binge
And that, my friends
is officially the end
of the holiday sugar binge
a little girl is hanging upside down on a swing in a park
ALT: a little girl is hanging upside down on a swing in a park
media.tenor.com
January 1, 2026 at 11:01 PM
6:00pm January 1
And that, my friends
is officially the end
of the holiday sugar binge
And that, my friends
is officially the end
of the holiday sugar binge
Vegan, no-alcohol eggnogg.
The suck potential was so high.
It surprised us. Incredibly yummers.
Whipped cream, however, was a bust.
The suck potential was so high.
It surprised us. Incredibly yummers.
Whipped cream, however, was a bust.
Easy Vegan Eggnog
The holidays are upon us, and we couldn't think of a better way to celebrate than with some seriously rich, comforting eggnog. Let us show you how easy it
minimalistbaker.com
January 1, 2026 at 10:37 PM
Vegan, no-alcohol eggnogg.
The suck potential was so high.
It surprised us. Incredibly yummers.
Whipped cream, however, was a bust.
The suck potential was so high.
It surprised us. Incredibly yummers.
Whipped cream, however, was a bust.
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To enter with heart and mind into the world of the imagination may be to head deliberately and directly toward, or back toward, engagement with the real world.
December 25, 2025 at 3:00 PM
To enter with heart and mind into the world of the imagination may be to head deliberately and directly toward, or back toward, engagement with the real world.
How does anybody ever make a full batch of chocolate cupcakes when the raw batter is just so damn good?!
December 24, 2025 at 7:11 PM
How does anybody ever make a full batch of chocolate cupcakes when the raw batter is just so damn good?!
Indeed, these molasses cookies will likely cause a symptom flare. And yes, I will have another, thank you very much!
#TisTheSeason
#SoMuchSugar
#NoRegrets
#TisTheSeason
#SoMuchSugar
#NoRegrets
December 21, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Indeed, these molasses cookies will likely cause a symptom flare. And yes, I will have another, thank you very much!
#TisTheSeason
#SoMuchSugar
#NoRegrets
#TisTheSeason
#SoMuchSugar
#NoRegrets
Attn: New Englanders, we interrupt this frigid cold dry winter to bring you a bizarre storm w freakishly warm air and torrential rain that changes to sun for just the last hour of the day and reveals verdant grass and the smell of wet earth to remind you life and hope persist beneath the brutality
December 19, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Attn: New Englanders, we interrupt this frigid cold dry winter to bring you a bizarre storm w freakishly warm air and torrential rain that changes to sun for just the last hour of the day and reveals verdant grass and the smell of wet earth to remind you life and hope persist beneath the brutality
DH is still recovering from surgery, so it will be me pushing the snow-blower when it's done storming.
Happy, happy, joy, joy. 😟
It's very pretty, but...
#IdRatherBeGardening
Happy, happy, joy, joy. 😟
It's very pretty, but...
#IdRatherBeGardening
December 14, 2025 at 4:39 PM
DH is still recovering from surgery, so it will be me pushing the snow-blower when it's done storming.
Happy, happy, joy, joy. 😟
It's very pretty, but...
#IdRatherBeGardening
Happy, happy, joy, joy. 😟
It's very pretty, but...
#IdRatherBeGardening
Thoroughly enjoying this book.
"Tree Magic, the Path of Druids, Shamans and Mystics"
by Iva Kenaz
It's an informative but leisurely read. I'm supposed to be reading something else, but I picked this up and couldn't put it down.
"Tree Magic, the Path of Druids, Shamans and Mystics"
by Iva Kenaz
It's an informative but leisurely read. I'm supposed to be reading something else, but I picked this up and couldn't put it down.
December 9, 2025 at 11:12 PM
Thoroughly enjoying this book.
"Tree Magic, the Path of Druids, Shamans and Mystics"
by Iva Kenaz
It's an informative but leisurely read. I'm supposed to be reading something else, but I picked this up and couldn't put it down.
"Tree Magic, the Path of Druids, Shamans and Mystics"
by Iva Kenaz
It's an informative but leisurely read. I'm supposed to be reading something else, but I picked this up and couldn't put it down.
The first law of home repair: every attempt at repair will reveal at least 3 other, more serious, more expensive issues that need repair first. Reminds me of shadow work, LOL!
#witchsky
#witchsky
December 1, 2025 at 8:17 PM
The first law of home repair: every attempt at repair will reveal at least 3 other, more serious, more expensive issues that need repair first. Reminds me of shadow work, LOL!
#witchsky
#witchsky