Christmas in Albany looks a little different

For those who remember Tiananmen Square.

Exciting day at work today

I was listening to this podcast on my way to The Clark Art Institute this morning, but someone kept trying to call and I had to keep rewinding. Finally I yelled at my phone: “Stop!Nicole Hemmer is speaking!”

Then I got to the museum to discover this photo.

Birthday art acquisition. It’s not my usual style, and I can’t figure out how to get rid of the glare (which is not there in real life), but I love it anyway. Feel free to zoom in to see more clearly.

If you think your vote doesn’t matter, here’s how the city council race in my ward stands

Guilderland, NY - I brought 150 flags to give out. I’m guessing at least 500 people are here.

Protesting tyranny - again.

I don’t recall a rally that so completely filled West Capitol Park in Albany, NY and spilled out unto the surrounding streets, especially during a cold rainstorm.

I so want to hear @ninatotenberg.bsky.social read this transcript on NPR.