The Autumn People
@autumnpeople.bsky.social
We are The Autumn People. Where do we come from? The dust. Where do we go? The grave.
"If you wouldn't mind not CONSTANTLY listening to something on your phone, I would appreciate it."
Sure. I would appreciate it if you didn't CONSTANTLY undermine my efforts to keep sane, but you sign my paychecks, so welcome to crazy town.
Sure. I would appreciate it if you didn't CONSTANTLY undermine my efforts to keep sane, but you sign my paychecks, so welcome to crazy town.
January 13, 2026 at 8:02 PM
"If you wouldn't mind not CONSTANTLY listening to something on your phone, I would appreciate it."
Sure. I would appreciate it if you didn't CONSTANTLY undermine my efforts to keep sane, but you sign my paychecks, so welcome to crazy town.
Sure. I would appreciate it if you didn't CONSTANTLY undermine my efforts to keep sane, but you sign my paychecks, so welcome to crazy town.
Overheard at dinner in a Tudor style pub and inn:
"This place is just like- turn of the century!"
Sure.... if the century was 1500.
"This place is just like- turn of the century!"
Sure.... if the century was 1500.
November 28, 2025 at 1:44 AM
Overheard at dinner in a Tudor style pub and inn:
"This place is just like- turn of the century!"
Sure.... if the century was 1500.
"This place is just like- turn of the century!"
Sure.... if the century was 1500.
One week. Nary a whisper. I'm actually okay.
November 20, 2025 at 5:27 PM
One week. Nary a whisper. I'm actually okay.
I have found the elixir of sleep: half a sleeping pill and a good dose of pain meds two hours before optimal bedtime.
November 6, 2025 at 3:19 PM
I have found the elixir of sleep: half a sleeping pill and a good dose of pain meds two hours before optimal bedtime.
Most of the people I know already have a card like this (or something similar) but just in case!
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October 21, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Most of the people I know already have a card like this (or something similar) but just in case!
www.referyourchasecard.com/200y/S20EHDR...
www.referyourchasecard.com/200y/S20EHDR...
This was a rough week. How do I know? I came back from work, climbed into bed, and slept until 9:30 this morning. Didn't wake to cook dinner, let alone eat.
October 18, 2025 at 4:48 PM
This was a rough week. How do I know? I came back from work, climbed into bed, and slept until 9:30 this morning. Didn't wake to cook dinner, let alone eat.
In this article (www.bbc.com/news/article...), which is all about French President Macron and his wife fighting back about allegations made by Candace Owens (and the source from 2021), there is a very telling quote at the end:
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Macrons to offer 'scientific' court evidence to prove Brigitte is a woman, lawyer says
They have filed a lawsuit against US right-wing influencer Candace Owens who claims the French first lady was born male.
www.bbc.com
September 18, 2025 at 9:01 PM
In this article (www.bbc.com/news/article...), which is all about French President Macron and his wife fighting back about allegations made by Candace Owens (and the source from 2021), there is a very telling quote at the end:
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It's not in my job description, but I will always be a sounding board for someone processing trauma.
It's called empathy.
It's called empathy.
September 15, 2025 at 8:57 PM
It's not in my job description, but I will always be a sounding board for someone processing trauma.
It's called empathy.
It's called empathy.
There are days, like today, where I learn how incredibly stupid people are, and I wonder how we're still alive. (Nothing to do with shootings, thankfully. )
September 12, 2025 at 11:35 PM
There are days, like today, where I learn how incredibly stupid people are, and I wonder how we're still alive. (Nothing to do with shootings, thankfully. )
The weather is cooler, less than two months until Halloween. I feel so much better.
September 7, 2025 at 5:11 AM
The weather is cooler, less than two months until Halloween. I feel so much better.
It's not in my job description to be a sounding board for my boss. However, since I am the only one in the office, and the tea is piping hot? Spill away.
September 5, 2025 at 5:23 PM
It's not in my job description to be a sounding board for my boss. However, since I am the only one in the office, and the tea is piping hot? Spill away.
Is it easier to just plan for your own decisions, or for a group?
I don't know, but one choice is looking way more tempting.
I don't know, but one choice is looking way more tempting.
July 29, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Is it easier to just plan for your own decisions, or for a group?
I don't know, but one choice is looking way more tempting.
I don't know, but one choice is looking way more tempting.
As if driving a Tesla isn't divisive enough, must you make it a mirror ball?!
June 18, 2025 at 3:38 PM
As if driving a Tesla isn't divisive enough, must you make it a mirror ball?!
So. The Felon in the White House wants a parade for his birthday, on July 14th.
How many of you know La Marseilles?
How many of you know La Marseilles?
April 9, 2025 at 1:08 AM
So. The Felon in the White House wants a parade for his birthday, on July 14th.
How many of you know La Marseilles?
How many of you know La Marseilles?
Cheshire Kitten (We're All Mad Here) By SJ Tucker
YouTube video by Geminifaerie
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April 4, 2025 at 4:13 PM
I'd stay up, and be all jovial, but I can't concentrate, not even on silly stuff.
Bedtime, it is.
Bedtime, it is.
March 5, 2025 at 4:11 AM
I'd stay up, and be all jovial, but I can't concentrate, not even on silly stuff.
Bedtime, it is.
Bedtime, it is.
Weirdest thing to happen is the Book of Faces fiasco, auto populating JD into follow lists. Just.... why?
January 21, 2025 at 7:12 AM
Weirdest thing to happen is the Book of Faces fiasco, auto populating JD into follow lists. Just.... why?
Why, look at that! Threatening to pull out from a popular draw *does* make the old guard sit up and take notice. Who would have thought?
January 13, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Why, look at that! Threatening to pull out from a popular draw *does* make the old guard sit up and take notice. Who would have thought?
Got tired of the kid gloves. Swapped out for the bazooka.
January 13, 2025 at 4:48 AM
Got tired of the kid gloves. Swapped out for the bazooka.
Weekend was fun, but rough. Play didn't go as smoothly as hoped, and my back is complaining. Whee.
January 6, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Weekend was fun, but rough. Play didn't go as smoothly as hoped, and my back is complaining. Whee.
Ordered Chinese take-out. Given two hours before it's ready due to high demand tonight. Not surprised, really.
December 26, 2024 at 2:07 AM
Ordered Chinese take-out. Given two hours before it's ready due to high demand tonight. Not surprised, really.
If you know me, you know why this is my favorite.
And I'd you know who drew it, you know why I consider myself luck to be friends with them.
And I'd you know who drew it, you know why I consider myself luck to be friends with them.
December 9, 2024 at 4:50 PM
If you know me, you know why this is my favorite.
And I'd you know who drew it, you know why I consider myself luck to be friends with them.
And I'd you know who drew it, you know why I consider myself luck to be friends with them.
QotD: "It's a pleasure to glimpse you."
December 5, 2024 at 7:48 PM
QotD: "It's a pleasure to glimpse you."
Saw Cyndi last night. This was from her performance of True Colors.
November 27, 2024 at 4:39 PM
Saw Cyndi last night. This was from her performance of True Colors.