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Tenzil Kem, Esq.
@tenzilkemesq.bsky.social
Certified Bluesky Elder, DC Comics/LSH fan, college football fan (Go Blazers!), and former attorney; UAB (BA, 2001) & UAT Law (JD, 2004) alumnus; he/him
The holidays hit me hard these days because of being widowed and especially because my late wife Courtney went into the hospital on December 30, 2022, and never came out. So I really feel this.
This season isn't always joyful for all people. You may know someone who needs to talk to someone, or you may be someone who needs to talk to someone.

Domestic Violence Helpline: 1.800.799.SAFE (7233)
Suicide Crisis Helpline: 988
December 6, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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I am EXTREMELY pleased with this one. Not perfect, but so much less shitty than most of my (shitty) #comics!
I'm proud of it, but not too proud to beg you to click the link and look at it.
Please. I'm on bended knee*!

*Metaphorically. I'm old and creaky.

#TheThing #SuperHeroSingalong #Kirby
Super Hero Singalong No. 6
Wotta revoltin’ development! (To the tune of “This Magic Moment”) Too bad it didn’t work out better for Mrs. Grimm’s bashful baby boy, but it was definitely the wrong …
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December 6, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Today was a very productive but really crappy day, especially for a Friday. Hope my Bluesky friends have had much better days today.
December 6, 2025 at 4:42 AM
At a laundromat doing laundry for the first time since I was in college because my washing machine has sprung a leak. Please keep me in your thoughts during this troubling time.
December 3, 2025 at 10:37 PM
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Lots of opportunities this season to buy crap you don't need. I'm getting solar powered Christmas lights and an Elfquest blanket, for instance.

Remember to take a few of those bucks and put it where it will help your community or a worthy group in need.

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Support our cause by donating to Monthly Giving Challenge 2025.
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December 2, 2025 at 6:23 PM
My mom had an appointment with a back doctor specialist in Birmingham today, and I drove her to it. I got a wonderful bonus when one of my best friends, Nessie, was nearby and joined us for lunch! Then Mom got good news and a treatment plan from her doctor.

I count today as a win.
December 1, 2025 at 11:37 PM
What has been your #LCS local comic shops over the years? Mine:

1984 Comics Too Jacksonville, AL (Died)

1984-97 Comics Unlimited/Camelot Books Anniston, AL (Died)

1997-98 Captain Comics Homewood, AL (Died)

1998-2004 None

2004 Comic Strip Tuscaloosa, AL
What have been your #LCS local comic shops over the years? Mine:

Teen/College: Taurus Comics, Marquette, MI
Decades later:
Laughing Ogre, Leesburg, VA (Fairfax, VA location after they closed in Leesburg)
Comic Logic, Ashburn, VA
What have been your #LCS local comic shops over the years? Mine:

Teenager: Graham Crackers Comics - (defunct) Glendale Heights, Ill. location

Adult: Capstone Comics (defunct) - Austin, Tx.

Big Brother Comics - Sacramento, Calif.

Big Planet Comics - Washington, D.C.

Anyone Comics - Brooklyn, N.Y
December 1, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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This is gonna be the most stressful 14 hours of my year, I reckon...

SAVE MAGIC POWDER HERE: www.kickstarter.com/projects/jpl...
December 1, 2025 at 6:34 AM
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These next 66 hours are going to be INTENSE...

First issue is FREE! Back TONIGHT: www.kickstarter.com/projects/jpl...
November 29, 2025 at 2:34 AM
WTF is going on at my college?

www.al.com/crime/2025/1...
Multiple people stabbed at UAB football facility
Two football players were stabbed, according to public safety radio communications.
www.al.com
November 22, 2025 at 5:20 PM
I spent 2 hours today bagging, boarding, and organizing comics, as well as updating my CLZ app with my recent purchases.

At some point soon, I need to do a full reorganization of my shortboxes, but the sheer scope of such gives me horrible anxiety.
November 18, 2025 at 3:59 AM
What perfect album came out the year you turned 16?

There were 3, and I can't pick a favorite among them. Living Colour's "Vivid", They Might Be Giants' "Lincoln", and the Cowboy Junkies' "The Trinity Session"
November 17, 2025 at 3:17 AM
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MAGIC POWDER is for anyone who likes

Urban Crime Fantasy
Magical Violence
Long Form Storytelling
Genre Mixing
Vast Worlds with Many Characters
Consistent Release Schedules

Not everyone has five bucks, but feel free to spread the word, if you can't back!

www.kickstarter.com/projects/jpl...
MAGIC POWDER #1-7: THE SECOND FANTASY-CRIME ARC BEGINS
The Dwarvfather must rectify his error. As the cartels fracture, new faces come to town. Breaking Bad meets D&D! BACK ISSUES AVAILABLE!
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November 16, 2025 at 10:44 AM
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The story is a sad one, told many times.
the story of my life in trying times.
just add water, stir in lime.
how the west was won and where it got us.
ahhhh

Song: How The West Was Won And Where It Got Us
Album: New Adventures In Hi-Fi
How The West Was Won And Where It Got Us at Youtube
How The West Was Won And Where It Got Us at Youtube
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November 16, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Today was a slightly better day than yesterday, other than the bitter cold temperatures. I think I'll finish the day with a little TV and some comics.
Sunday was a super crappy day. Let's hope Monday goes better.
November 11, 2025 at 3:32 AM
Sunday was a super crappy day. Let's hope Monday goes better.
November 10, 2025 at 7:02 AM
I love this comic!
For those unfamiliar with this one shot. Here’s the Tom Grummett (Cvr A) and the Ty Templeton (Cvr B) for comparison.
November 8, 2025 at 9:24 PM
If you see this, post an album cover with a motor vehicle on it.
November 8, 2025 at 7:30 PM
It's Top Shelf Friday time!

What's a comic in your collection that you think deserves to be on that top shelf? Whether it's a key, rare, or just one you love ❤️

Since I recently finished off my pre-Crisis Huntress collection, let's go with the one that started it, All-Star Comics 69!
November 7, 2025 at 8:52 PM
After seeing @vinsonlovescomics.bsky.social post earlier, I decided to dig out my 2 Mike Grell sketches. Mr. Grell did an in-store appearance in 2013 or 2014 at the comic store I managed in Birmingham, and he did these for me and my late wife. I do need to get them framed and hung in my comic cave
November 7, 2025 at 8:45 PM
The vet let me bring Ellie home today! We have to go back next Tuesday to have her stitches removed, but she seems to be feeling well. She's been very loving tonight, getting petted while she's curled up on my lap. (I'm sharing an older photo because of the way her fur is shaved)
November 5, 2025 at 1:39 AM
One of my favorite characters is the Helena Wayne version of Huntress, and I've been attempting to collect all her appearances. Last week while on vacation, I hit the local comic stores on a bad weather day and found the final 28 Wonder Woman v1 issues I was missing, so I grabbed them all.
November 3, 2025 at 11:39 PM
2025 collector goal achieved! Details to follow
November 2, 2025 at 7:09 PM