Manda Maude
@bettesays.bsky.social
The nicest goddamn dame that ever lived. 📍Twin Cities transplant
Everything is down, but Bluesky is up, so here's 1 minute of footage of my pup from a year ago, taste-testing various crunchy snacks. Feel free to bookmark it for later today, when our feed is inevitably overrun by *more* things that light tiny fires in the sockets where our eyeballs used be.
November 18, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Everything is down, but Bluesky is up, so here's 1 minute of footage of my pup from a year ago, taste-testing various crunchy snacks. Feel free to bookmark it for later today, when our feed is inevitably overrun by *more* things that light tiny fires in the sockets where our eyeballs used be.
Scrolling through cable channels after school as a tween/teen helped me run across so much I would have otherwise totally missed out on...old movies on TCM, indie movies on AMC, classic comedy specials, MST3K, A&E's Biography, edgy cartoons, Weather on the 8's taught me how to meditate/self-soothe.
I'm gonna say something controversial but... I miss cable. I miss being able to put a channel on the TV and have it change shows. Even the commercials for some reason I miss. Like im missing out on society.
November 16, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Scrolling through cable channels after school as a tween/teen helped me run across so much I would have otherwise totally missed out on...old movies on TCM, indie movies on AMC, classic comedy specials, MST3K, A&E's Biography, edgy cartoons, Weather on the 8's taught me how to meditate/self-soothe.
"My name is Kevin Hassett, and I'm what's known as a psychic vampire or energy vampire. Yeah, I'm not positive what my deal is either, so I just sort of keep on truckin'."
November 16, 2025 at 7:10 PM
"My name is Kevin Hassett, and I'm what's known as a psychic vampire or energy vampire. Yeah, I'm not positive what my deal is either, so I just sort of keep on truckin'."
SOS 🚨 Parents of 13-ish year olds: I have kind of a “main” XMAS present for my nephew, but am looking for something else just fun/silly (bonus if it could actually have some usefulness too 😅) - have you found anything wildly fun or interesting this year?
November 16, 2025 at 12:22 AM
SOS 🚨 Parents of 13-ish year olds: I have kind of a “main” XMAS present for my nephew, but am looking for something else just fun/silly (bonus if it could actually have some usefulness too 😅) - have you found anything wildly fun or interesting this year?
GAH! I would lovvvve to see these props in person. Also highly recommend the book Designing Graphic Props for Filmmaking by Annie Atkins - great fun! I have bookmarked many a page for reference.
November 14, 2025 at 8:36 PM
GAH! I would lovvvve to see these props in person. Also highly recommend the book Designing Graphic Props for Filmmaking by Annie Atkins - great fun! I have bookmarked many a page for reference.
I can't even begin to convey how much time I would spend staring at these, watching for any sign of unexpected movement, if I lived in a residence with this type of ornamentation.
There are few things I love more than a bonkers ass door surround on a residential entrance. Going hard AF just for the love of the game.
Architect: W Mead Walter, 1908
Architect: W Mead Walter, 1908
November 14, 2025 at 7:48 PM
I can't even begin to convey how much time I would spend staring at these, watching for any sign of unexpected movement, if I lived in a residence with this type of ornamentation.
My dog has learned how to maneuver a pill out of any surrounding treat in such a way as to maximize the amount of salami/turkey/cheese/peanut butter bread he receives, and I am honestly a little proud of him for it. You get those snacks, bud.
November 14, 2025 at 6:47 PM
My dog has learned how to maneuver a pill out of any surrounding treat in such a way as to maximize the amount of salami/turkey/cheese/peanut butter bread he receives, and I am honestly a little proud of him for it. You get those snacks, bud.
Apropos of nothing: Working retail is such a thankless job - I did it before, during & after college, and 20 years later I still wake up in cold sweats from retail nightmares. But...there are times I can still hear the "Ka-CHUNK" or "Ka-CHING!" of these, and I have to say...fun machines to use!
November 13, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Apropos of nothing: Working retail is such a thankless job - I did it before, during & after college, and 20 years later I still wake up in cold sweats from retail nightmares. But...there are times I can still hear the "Ka-CHUNK" or "Ka-CHING!" of these, and I have to say...fun machines to use!
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the only good accent work on earth is old money transatlantic american to make fun of rich people accent
November 13, 2025 at 4:06 PM
the only good accent work on earth is old money transatlantic american to make fun of rich people accent
I have *never* understood this approach. They all choose the most corporate-speak, milquetoast slogans - for what? No one likes them. They don't mean *anything* + cost millions. Ask students instead.
"HA! then it would be something like '6 7...'"
Can anyone argue that's worse than "Vital We Are"?
"HA! then it would be something like '6 7...'"
Can anyone argue that's worse than "Vital We Are"?
What's the worst university slogan you've ever heard?
Asking on behalf of an unnamed uni that coined "Work. With Flexibility" for a major internal reorg, & has now spent many millions on consultants who--after polling such finalists as "Vital We Are"--has settled on "Next, Forward to Our Future"
Asking on behalf of an unnamed uni that coined "Work. With Flexibility" for a major internal reorg, & has now spent many millions on consultants who--after polling such finalists as "Vital We Are"--has settled on "Next, Forward to Our Future"
November 13, 2025 at 8:05 PM
I have *never* understood this approach. They all choose the most corporate-speak, milquetoast slogans - for what? No one likes them. They don't mean *anything* + cost millions. Ask students instead.
"HA! then it would be something like '6 7...'"
Can anyone argue that's worse than "Vital We Are"?
"HA! then it would be something like '6 7...'"
Can anyone argue that's worse than "Vital We Are"?
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Every detail of this marketing visual makes it top-tier humor.
Is there a spit take emoji? Because if not, there really needs to be one for cases like this.
November 13, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Every detail of this marketing visual makes it top-tier humor.
There is a new kind of ad on a few of the larger websites I follow that abruptly resizes the whole browser window mid-scroll and starts playing a full-screen video ad and it's *such* a terrible experience.
November 12, 2025 at 7:15 PM
There is a new kind of ad on a few of the larger websites I follow that abruptly resizes the whole browser window mid-scroll and starts playing a full-screen video ad and it's *such* a terrible experience.
Drat. My pup brought a case of kennel cough home with him from dog daycare (despite being fully vaccinated). Antibiotics + 10 days at home and indoors as much as possible. Vet said it's going around, so something to keep in mind with upcoming holidays, pet-havers. 🐾
November 12, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Drat. My pup brought a case of kennel cough home with him from dog daycare (despite being fully vaccinated). Antibiotics + 10 days at home and indoors as much as possible. Vet said it's going around, so something to keep in mind with upcoming holidays, pet-havers. 🐾
Just a few more from the backyard before it ends…🥹
November 12, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Just a few more from the backyard before it ends…🥹
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Guy seething with jealousy: Well, I think the normal sky is already pretty cool
November 12, 2025 at 3:46 AM
Guy seething with jealousy: Well, I think the normal sky is already pretty cool
I have to say…every awful thing lately seems to be followed by something else that makes my jaw drop to the ground (in a good way). Goddamn this was INSANE to see in my backyard (Mendota Heights)
November 12, 2025 at 3:12 AM
I have to say…every awful thing lately seems to be followed by something else that makes my jaw drop to the ground (in a good way). Goddamn this was INSANE to see in my backyard (Mendota Heights)
Fannie Mae is in the headlines, IG is an endless feed of influencers hawking Amazon hauls, my inbox is full of early Black Friday sales, everything seems to be running on vibes, The Office is back on TV (as The Paper) and that Burry guy is big shorting again. The ghost of 2008 creeps ever closer.
November 11, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Fannie Mae is in the headlines, IG is an endless feed of influencers hawking Amazon hauls, my inbox is full of early Black Friday sales, everything seems to be running on vibes, The Office is back on TV (as The Paper) and that Burry guy is big shorting again. The ghost of 2008 creeps ever closer.
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Update:
Because Holman airfield has international flights they must have a customs office.
The building project reported by the city is a replacement of an existing customs office.
I have seen no indication that this project is anything other than a replacement for a very old facility.
Because Holman airfield has international flights they must have a customs office.
The building project reported by the city is a replacement of an existing customs office.
I have seen no indication that this project is anything other than a replacement for a very old facility.
I reached out to federal delegation to get some answers on this project. It’s a surprise and a very unwelcome one.
No home for ICE and CBP in Saint Paul.
No home for ICE and CBP in Saint Paul.
From a St Paul Dept of Safety and Inspections email: construction permit for a new $11m CBP building construction permit at 670 Bayfield Street next to the downtown StP airport. Note location right near the runways. "Great" place to deport from! @mollycoleman.bsky.social @melvincarter.bsky.social
November 11, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Update:
Because Holman airfield has international flights they must have a customs office.
The building project reported by the city is a replacement of an existing customs office.
I have seen no indication that this project is anything other than a replacement for a very old facility.
Because Holman airfield has international flights they must have a customs office.
The building project reported by the city is a replacement of an existing customs office.
I have seen no indication that this project is anything other than a replacement for a very old facility.
So I posted about this in the MH FB groups (I hate FB, but neighborhood groups give SUCH insight into where one lives). Anyway, a few shared that MAC and CBP have been planning a new customs facility at STP to replace an extra small existing facility since 2022 due to volume.
November 11, 2025 at 8:02 PM
So I posted about this in the MH FB groups (I hate FB, but neighborhood groups give SUCH insight into where one lives). Anyway, a few shared that MAC and CBP have been planning a new customs facility at STP to replace an extra small existing facility since 2022 due to volume.
I am in desperate need of a haircut and I think I'm going to try a muted auburn-ish red for winter - anyone have a favorite cut+color stylist?
November 11, 2025 at 6:34 PM
I am in desperate need of a haircut and I think I'm going to try a muted auburn-ish red for winter - anyone have a favorite cut+color stylist?
Looks like this was approved by The Metropolitan Airports Commission’s Planning, Development and Environment Committee - The only thing I can find online about this is here: finance-commerce.com/2025/07/bids...
November 11, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Looks like this was approved by The Metropolitan Airports Commission’s Planning, Development and Environment Committee - The only thing I can find online about this is here: finance-commerce.com/2025/07/bids...
This is down the street from the District Del Sol and the future MN Latino Museum - one of the largest Hispanic/Latino communities in the Twin Cities.
From a St Paul Dept of Safety and Inspections email: construction permit for a new $11m CBP building construction permit at 670 Bayfield Street next to the downtown StP airport. Note location right near the runways. "Great" place to deport from! @mollycoleman.bsky.social @melvincarter.bsky.social
November 11, 2025 at 5:11 PM
This is down the street from the District Del Sol and the future MN Latino Museum - one of the largest Hispanic/Latino communities in the Twin Cities.
This tea is literally the only thing getting me through the day today
November 10, 2025 at 11:20 PM
This tea is literally the only thing getting me through the day today
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It really be like that
Morris Hirshfield, Girl with Pigeons, 1942
https://botfrens.com/collections/14377/contents/1135683
https://botfrens.com/collections/14377/contents/1135683
November 8, 2025 at 12:23 AM
It really be like that