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apellmedia.bsky.social
@apellmedia.bsky.social
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Mental health/operations professional by day, artist and yarn whisperer by night. 🦇 Horror film aficionado with a heart for crafting 💀🧶 (and chaos).
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It was cold outside so I just grabbed a quick photo of the northern lights. Hopefully I can get out tonight to see them again.
Northern lights in greens and reds over the roof of a house
November 12, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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Ugh, more fireworks tonight. Simon couldn’t be happier though
Simon, a deaf long-haired white cat, sits on a windowsill looking out of an open window as colorful fireworks light up the night sky. Sheer patterned curtains are pulled to the sides, framing the view.
July 6, 2025 at 3:44 AM
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In case you ever wondered what life with a deaf cat is like - he loves to ‘feel’ the fan with his teeth. -_-
Simon, a white deaf cat, stands on a shelf and bites the top edge of a running box fan to feel the vibration through his teeth.
July 5, 2025 at 11:56 PM
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Small rural town North Dakota showed up today. This is a huge turnout for a population so small!

#nokings #protests #nodak #northdakota
A group of people, mostly older adults and decorated veterans, march peacefully along a sidewalk in a small rural North Dakota town. Many carry large American flags and handmade protest signs. Some veterans wear decorated jackets or hats identifying their military service. The backdrop includes old brick buildings, grain elevators, and small-town street signs, highlighting the rural setting. A group of people, mostly older adults and decorated veterans, march peacefully along a sidewalk in a small rural North Dakota town. Many carry large American flags and handmade protest signs. Some veterans wear decorated jackets or hats identifying their military service. The backdrop includes old brick buildings, grain elevators, and small-town street signs, highlighting the rural setting. A group of people, mostly older adults and decorated veterans, march peacefully along a sidewalk in a small rural North Dakota town. Many carry large American flags and handmade protest signs. Some veterans wear decorated jackets or hats identifying their military service. The backdrop includes old brick buildings, grain elevators, and small-town street signs, highlighting the rural setting. A group of people, mostly older adults and decorated veterans, march peacefully along a sidewalk in a small rural North Dakota town. Many carry large American flags and handmade protest signs. Some veterans wear decorated jackets or hats identifying their military service. The backdrop includes old brick buildings, grain elevators, and small-town street signs, highlighting the rural setting.
June 15, 2025 at 12:56 AM
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🥰 Simon has my whole heart 🥰
A white cat lounges on a pink armchair in front of three adorable plush toys – a white cloud with a sleepy face, a green bunny with one button eye, and a pink creature with an open mouth and raised arms.
June 5, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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Simon’s perch today.
A fluffy white cat with blue eyes lounges on a brown couch, looking calm and serious. The background is softly blurred.
June 4, 2025 at 5:17 PM
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Stray kitty update

Everyone meet Dusty. We took him to the vet and there was no chip. Nobody has claimed him and the word around town is he has been outside for months. We have decided to invite him to stay and live a pampered indoor life with many treats and cuddles. 🥰
Close-up of a black-and-white tuxedo cat with striking golden-yellow eyes, looking intently into the distance.
May 27, 2025 at 2:07 PM
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Things are going well with the kitty
A black and white cat with striking yellow eyes is peeking out from inside a colorful play tunnel. The tunnel has an orange frame and is lined with teal fringe, creating a cozy hideout.
May 11, 2025 at 3:57 AM
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So the cat distribution service chose me tonight. Found in a parking lot, exhausted and hungry. Got him fed and cleaned up. Going to the vet first thing Monday morning to get scanned for a chip and have posted to all the lost and found animals groups. Wish me luck that I can find his people.
A close-up of a black and white tuxedo cat with striking golden-yellow eyes and long white whiskers, lying down with a calm, regal expression. The colorful cat tunnel is blurred in the background.
May 10, 2025 at 4:44 AM
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It took me a bit, but I’m fairly certain this is the flyer for that show.
The image is a flyer for a concert featuring the band Dead Kennedys. The flyer is pink with black text and graphics. It announces that the concert will take place at Club Minimal, located at 3747 W. Pacific Ave (off 12th Ave. West) in Sacramento. The concert dates are Friday, December 9th, and Saturday, December 10th. Supporting acts for December 9th include Butt Hole Surfers, Tales of Terror, and Dead Pledge. Supporting acts for December 10th include 7 Seconds, Straw Dogs, and Urban Assault. The flyer mentions that tickets are $6.50 in advance and provides phone numbers for more information: 453-8503 or 453-9044. It also suggests buying tickets in advance at various record stores. Additionally, the flyer announces another concert featuring the band Fear on December 16th.
April 4, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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Simon being Simon.
A close-up image of a white cat with long fur. The cat's tongue is slightly sticking out, and the cat's eyes are partially closed. The cat is illuminated by sunlight, creating a soft shadow on the cat's face. The background is blurred, showing what appears to be a bookshelf with various colored books.
February 26, 2025 at 4:38 PM
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Bird TV season has begun.
Two cats are looking outside through a window. The window is framed by patterned curtains, and the view outside shows bare tree branches and some snow on the ground. One cat is black, and the other is black and white. The cats appear to be intently observing something outside.
February 24, 2025 at 2:41 PM
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Just ran across one of my favorite photos of Simon as a kitten. And yes, he still frequently has the “I’m annoyed with you” expression on his face.
A white kitten is lying on a bed with white sheets and a fluffy white blanket. There is a pink stuffed animal resembling a pig next to the kitten. The kitten's paws are visible, and the kitten appears to be resting comfortably, squinting his eyes in a way that makes him look annoyed.
February 8, 2025 at 1:53 PM
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The image is an album cover for the band Devo. The cover features a yellow background with a white circle in the center. Inside the circle, there is an illustration of a person wearing a hat with a blurred face. The text "Q: Are We Not Men?" is written in a handwritten style at the top of the circle. The word "DEVO" is written vertically on the right side of the image, with each letter in a different color: red, green, yellow, and purple.
January 31, 2025 at 6:42 AM
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Very old photo of my very favorite cat, Icky.
A white cat is wearing a red shirt with a white number "11" on it and a pair of goggles. The cat is lying down on a striped surface, with its front paws visible in the foreground. In the background, there is a bookshelf filled with books and a television displaying a colorful image. You should also know this is the best cat that ever lived.
January 26, 2025 at 9:49 PM
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I present for your viewing pleasure, Princess LuLu 👑💕
A close-up image of a snowshoe Siamese cat with a white and brown coat, featuring striking blue eyes. The cat is resting with its head nestled into its body, giving a relaxed and calm appearance.
January 24, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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Here is a photo of my Simon when he was a kitten.

And an internet hug from me to you.
A fuzzy white kitten with closed eyes is sleeping while cuddling a plush unicorn toy. The unicorn has a white body, a pink heart on its belly, and a rainbow-colored mane and tail. The background consists of a fluffy, light blue-green blanket.
January 23, 2025 at 1:27 AM
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Standoff.
IYKYK
🧶
A black cat is lounging on a light sage green chair with a leaf pattern. The chair is positioned next to a small wooden side table that holds a lamp with a base shaped like two rabbits and a stack of books or magazines. There are colorful cat toys on the chair next to the cat. The background features a green wall with vertical paneling. In the foreground, there is a yarn swift with blue-green yarn on it.
January 11, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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The other photo is me the following year.
January 6, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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I put the CiB’s presents under the tree he put up.
The image shows a window decorated with Christmas-themed drawings and lights. There are three pieces of paper taped to the window. The top paper has a drawing of a Christmas tree with ornaments and a star on top. The bottom left paper is orange with a drawing of a gift box and some handwritten text. The bottom right paper is green with a drawing of a gift box and some handwritten text. The window is framed by branches covered in frost, and there are colorful Christmas lights strung around the window.
December 25, 2024 at 12:09 AM
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I love going to the comic shop.
A collection of comic books displayed on a wooden table. There are six comic books, each in a protective plastic sleeve. Titles include "Powerpuff Girls: Winter Snow" (Issue 1), "Motherfucker Monster" (Issue 6), "The Variants" (Issue 1), and "Alligator Loki" (Issue 1). In the background, there's a box set of the Fables comics with colorful artwork featuring various characters. This collection showcases a variety of comic book genres and series, appealing to different tastes in the comic book community.
December 21, 2024 at 10:59 PM
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Throwback photo of LuLu warming by the fire. This is one of my favorite photos of her.
Black brown and white snowshoe Siamese cat laying on a fuzzy grey blanket in front of a fireplace. The cat is comfortable and the fireplace is warm and cozy.
December 19, 2024 at 11:39 PM
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Well, I asked the Canadian in the basement to put up the tree. I got this.

(For those who don’t know, my good friend rents the basement apartment in my house)
A piece of yellow binder paper is taped to a window, featuring a hand-drawn Christmas tree with ornaments. The window's reflection reveals a cozy, dimly lit room decorated with a star-shaped hanging ornament and spiral decorations, adding to the festive ambiance.
December 14, 2024 at 12:58 AM
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Simon, living his best life by the fire this morning.

#cats #cozy #winter
A white cat with fluffy fur is lying down on a stone surface in front of a lit fireplace. The cat's ears are slightly tilted back, and the warm glow of the fire illuminates the background, creating a cozy atmosphere.
December 10, 2024 at 2:41 PM
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Scrolling through my camera roll and found this gem from the T.S.O.L. show in Seattle. What a night! It totally felt like a throwback to a NorCal show in the early '80s.

(I didn’t even break a hip in the pit 😂)

#TSOL #PunkRock #Punk #PunkLegends #Seattle
Black and white photo of the punk rock band TSOL performing on stage at El Corazon in Seattle, Washington. The crowd is in a mosh pit and having a great time. The stage is decorated with a backdrop featuring the band's name, and musical equipment like amplifiers and guitars are visible.
December 7, 2024 at 11:01 PM