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Rick Stringer
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Artist, photographer, bitcoiner, dreamer, gamer, rider, walker, martial artist, and four-time Parsec Award winning podcaster. Don’t like what I post? Don’t follow. Simple.
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Protest is patriotic.

"Protest is not the problem. It is part of the solution — and it starts right here."

-- Excerpt from a public statement by the Traverse Indivisible (Ti) Steering Committee

Read the full statement traverseindivisible.substack.com/p/protest-is...

#protest
#patriotism
January 21, 2026 at 8:11 PM
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At least four videos show what really happened when ICE shot a woman in Minneapolis on Wednesday. DHS has established itself as an agency that cannot be trusted to live in or present reality.
DHS Is Lying To You About ICE Shooting a Woman
At least four videos show what really happened when ICE shot a woman in Minneapolis on Wednesday. DHS has established itself as an agency that cannot be trusted to live in or present reality.
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January 7, 2026 at 10:30 PM
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“Winter Gathering” — Ducks rest at the edge of open water as fog and ice soften the winter landscape. A quiet moment from northern Michigan.
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Ducks gathered along the edge of open water on a frozen lake, surrounded by fog and snow, with distant trees barely visible in a quiet winter landscape.
January 7, 2026 at 3:53 PM
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"Frozen Passage" - A black and white study of a weathered pier reaching into winter water, where ice, texture, and repetition reflect the season’s quiet strength along northern Michigan’s shore.
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Black and white photograph of a weathered wooden pier extending into choppy winter water, with ice forming around the base of each post and repeating beams leading toward the horizon under a cloudy sky.
January 1, 2026 at 7:24 PM
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I’ve thinking about where I want to put my energy.

Photography is now my main focus, and I’m actively looking for new projects and gallery opportunities. Creative Services will continue, but I won’t be seeking new FileMaker or tech work. It’s time to let Variant Frequencies go, it was a great run.
January 1, 2026 at 2:15 PM
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I met Máia Whitaker while producing the Variant Frequencies podcast. In September, Máia became a below-the-knee amputee. She’s home now and healing, but the financial impact has been heavy.

Let’s show Máia she hasn’t been forgotten this holiday season.
#AmputeeStrong #fundraiser
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Donate to Support Maia's Recovery After Amputation Surgeries, organized by Maia Whitaker
Hi, my name is Maia. I’m a mother, a grandmother, small business owne… Maia Whitaker needs your support for Support Maia's Recovery After Amputation Surgeries
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December 21, 2025 at 11:34 AM
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Voyage Michigan interviewed me again—my third time—and I was able to talk about my work and my collaboration with Craig Mitchell Smith.
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December 11, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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Apparently the cats have joined a synchronized sleeping team.
Apparently the cats have joined a synchronized sleeping team.
December 8, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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Frost on my windshield this morning. Sometimes nature leaves little surprises right in front of us.
Frost on my windshield this morning. Sometimes nature leaves little surprises right in front of us.
December 8, 2025 at 9:52 PM
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After writing about the dangers of state-level VPN bans, I realized many people still have questions about what a VPN actually is.
So I put together a clear explanation of how VPNs work and why they are essential for everyday privacy.
You can read it here:
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What a VPN Really Does (and Why You Need One)
A lot of people hear the term “VPN” and think it is something hackers use, or something you only need if you are trying to hide something. That could not be further from the truth. A VPN is one of the...
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December 1, 2025 at 9:38 PM
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Cyber Monday special! 25% off all wall art — canvas, metal, framed prints, acrylic, wood, posters, and tapestries.
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December 1, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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Michigan and Wisconsin are pushing bills that would make VPNs harder, or even impossible, to use.

These proposals won’t keep kids safer. They’ll make everyone less secure.

Here’s why: rickstringer.com/the-real-cost-of-vpn-bans
The Real Cost of VPN Bans
Understanding VPN bans: discover how proposed bills impact privacy tools and what it means for internet users everywhere.
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November 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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Black Friday + Cyber Monday special! 25% off all wall art — canvas, metal, framed prints, acrylic, wood, posters, and tapestries.
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November 28, 2025 at 10:20 PM
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“Evening Blaze” — A vivid November sunset lights up Boardman Lake in deep reds, oranges, and soft pink tones. The still water mirrors the sky perfectly, doubling the intensity and creating a bold yet peaceful northern Michigan scene.
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A dramatic sunset over Boardman Lake in Traverse City, Michigan, with intense red and orange clouds reflected in the calm water, creating a vivid mirror-like scene called Evening Blaze.
November 23, 2025 at 11:32 PM
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This weekend only—Free Ground Shipping on all U.S. orders! A great time to pick up prints, apparel, or gifts.
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November 22, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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One-day sale: 25% off all phone cases! Dress up your iPhone or Android with one of my photos.
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November 21, 2025 at 11:40 AM
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Deal of the day: 25% off puzzles, tote bags, weekender bags, zip pouches, and yoga mats!
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November 20, 2025 at 11:21 AM
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BitcoinNorth meetup tonight. Join us for Bitcoin talk and free pizza.
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November 19, 2025 at 12:39 PM
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Today only: 25% off home decor! Throw pillows, blankets, mugs, duvet covers, towels, and more.
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November 19, 2025 at 12:27 PM
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“Sky of Fire” – A fiery November sunset over a calm northern Michigan lake.
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A lakefront landscape at sunset with deep red and orange clouds filling the sky while darker clouds move overhead. Trees and a quiet picnic area frame the calm lake as the glowing horizon reflects intense warm light.
November 17, 2025 at 1:08 PM
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Today only! 🎉 Get 25% off all greeting cards featuring my photography on Fine Art America. Perfect for holiday notes, thank-yous, and gifts.
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November 17, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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Holiday deals are coming! 🎄 Fine Art America is rolling out daily promos Nov 17–Dec 1—cards, apparel, home decor, phone cases, wall art, and more. Keep an eye out!
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November 14, 2025 at 3:19 PM
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“Winter Lines” – Bare branches and quiet water. Winter beginning in lines and silence.
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A fallen tree covered in a light layer of snow extends into calm lake water. Its bare branches create intricate, overlapping lines, while the tree’s reflection ripples softly in the surface below. The image is in black and white, emphasizing shape and contrast.
November 11, 2025 at 9:13 PM
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“Edge of Winter” – A gentle moment between seasons. One last leaf holding on as winter begins to settle in.
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A single rust-colored oak leaf rests on a soft layer of snow along a wooden railing. The background falls into a smooth winter blur, highlighting the contrast between autumn warmth and early winter cold.
November 11, 2025 at 7:49 PM
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Just made a nice sale on Fine Art America.
November 10, 2025 at 3:04 PM