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Chris Merle
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The #polycrisis is here! #Stoicism, #Solarpunk, #Python, #craftBeer, #mezcal, #Scotch, #donuts, #fountainPens, #ᏣᎳᎩ. #rompecabezas #Allerdings!

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Antitrans folk will be so angry they can’t inspect genitals in this restroom.
Two doors are shown, one marked with a female symbol and the other with a male symbol. The doors have a modern design with diamond-shaped windows and are illuminated in dim lighting. Image of a restroom area featuring multiple doors labeled with gender symbols. There are four doors: one labeled for "Restroom," one for "Women's," one for "Men's," and one featuring a non-binary symbol. The doors have diamond-shaped A well-lit corridor leading to several restroom stalls, each with a closed door featuring a diamond-shaped window. The floor is tiled with reddish-brown squares, and the walls have a marble design. A sign indicating gender-specific restrooms is visible.
December 7, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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Oh, and uh…
A humorous sign displaying "0 DAYS WITHOUT A NATIONWIDE EMBARRASSMENT" with the outline of Oklahoma and the phrase "KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!"
December 4, 2025 at 7:58 PM
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I love my home state. #oklahoma
Text from a news article discussing a standoff in Rogers County, Oklahoma. It reports that a man is in custody after a six-hour standoff, mentioning the suspect, Anthony Todd Space, who approached news crews to inquire about the situation.
December 4, 2025 at 7:57 PM
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Okay, I said I wasn’t going to do an Advent Calendar this year but I could not resist sharing this one.
December 3, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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[Strange New Worlds S3E4 spoiler]

“A Space Adventure Hour" has to be the most meta, self-referential, and Easter egg laden episode yet.

I enjoyed it. The new Captain Kirk overacting like William Shatner’s Captain Kirk was one of my favorite bits.
A green alien with multiple eyes and tentacle-like arms stands in front of a reflective, futuristic backdrop. The setting features shimmering textures and circular designs, enhancing the otherworldly atmosphere.
November 26, 2025 at 10:12 PM
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Is JD Vance lactating? You’ll know it when you see it.
A man in formal attire, wearing a tuxedo and bow tie, sits at a dining table. He has a beard and short hair, with a friendly expression. The table is set with a decorative place setting, and there are menus on the table. It’s JD Vance and he appears to be lactating on the left nipple.
November 21, 2025 at 1:55 AM
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So this is going to be the official presidential portrait from now on, right?
Caption: White House clarifies Trump ignored fainting guest for sociopath reasons, not dementia reasons People are helping a person who fainted as Trump looks away.
November 7, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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John also signed a bunch of copies of the book, so if you want one, head on over to Stacks Book Club in Oro Valley a suburb of Tucson, AZ
A hand holds a book titled "The Invisible Parade," featuring artwork of a winged horse and a figure surrounded by bats. The authors are listed as Leigh Bardugo and John Picacio. The background includes a doorway and soft lighting. A table covered with several signed copies of the book "The Invisible Parade" by Leigh Bardugo and John Picacio, featuring colorful illustrations and bold title designs. A potted plant and a chair are visible in the background.
October 30, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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Last night we had a great time at Stacks Book Club in Oro Valley to see John Picacio talk about his illustrated book The Invisible Parade about Día de Muerto. Adam Rex talked with about how the book came about.
A gathering in a cozy bookstore, Stacks Book Club, featuring two speakers at the front. Adam Rex is seated on a chair, gesturing while speaking, and John Picacio is sitting behind a table with books. The audience, made up of about 20 people. Three individuals pose for a photo in a brightly lit bookstore. They are standing in front of a wooden shelf filled with various books and merchandise. The man on the left wears a colorful patterned shirt (me), the woman in the center is dressed in a light jacket (my wife), and John Picacio on the right in a Batman logo t-shirt and black blazer.
October 30, 2025 at 7:48 PM
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Getting the word out.

The Invisible Parade Author / Illustrator Event ft. John Picacio
Wednesday Oct 29th, 2025
6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Author Event
Stacks Book Club | 1880 E Tangerine Road, #orovalley

In conversation with #adamrex
#tucson #diademuertos #johnpicacio
# 1 New York Times bestseller LEIGH BARDUGO World Fantasy Award winner JOHN PICACIO The Invisible Parade Join us at Stacks for an evening with the award-winning illustrator and co-author of The Invisible Parade JOHN PICACIO Wednesday, October 29 6:00pm - 7:30pm 1880 E Tangerine Rd, Ste 140 TICKET REQUIRED stacksbookclub.com/parade UPDATE: Picacio will be joined in conversation by bestselling children's author/illustrator Adam Rex! .
October 25, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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Japan is running out of its favorite beer after ransomware attack

https://arstechnica.com/security/2025/10/japan-is-running-out-of-its-favorite-beer-after-ransomware-attack/

#Beer #Japan
October 2, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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#tacobell #drseuss

Stolen from a friend:
Dr. Seuss goes to Taco Bell (Based on a true story, as told in four acts) It makes me shiver and change my stance I will not eat it while wearing pants I shall not, dare not take the chance It gives me runs, it makes me dance. Like fighters in their final bout The sauce is hot, not going in -- but out It wouldn't stop, It made me shout The tile has fallen, it melted the grout. I lie in bed in sullen pain My hand still grips the toilet chain Am doubled over and need a cane To get back on my feet a-gain. My mother sent me some chicken soup My broken tastes buds tell me it's goop One poop, two poop -- Red poop, blue poop.
September 24, 2025 at 6:12 AM
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Having a good time at #Armadillocon.

The pool scene for Miss Congeniality was filmed at this hotel. Saw Elizabeth Moon, Mur Lafferty, Christopher Brown, and a bunch of other authors. Artist John Picacio is supposed to be here Sunday.
The image shows a side-by-side comparison of a hotel pool area as it appears in the film "Miss Congeniality" (2000). The top half features a bright view of the outdoor pool with lounge chairs, while the bottom half is A view through large glass windows showcases an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants. The scene includes a modern building with multiple windows and a clear blue sky above.
September 13, 2025 at 10:59 PM
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I had planned to quit #Duolingo on day 2001 of my streak. It’s arbitrary. I have had a lot of streak freezes, so it doesn’t really count. I did make it past day 1000 of a genuine streak. Duolingo has made a lot of changes since I started and changing the hearts […]

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The image features a congratulatory message about achieving a 2001-day learning streak, accompanied by a flame icon and the Duolingo logo in green.
August 28, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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Melania’s safe word is #bela.
A man in a formal black tuxedo and bow tie, featuring a distinctive pendant, smirks while standing in a dimly lit setting. The image is in black and white, contributing to a vintage horror atmosphere. It’s Bela Legosi.
August 19, 2025 at 7:07 AM
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#boottothehead

#Shaq #simonebiles
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July 31, 2025 at 7:23 PM
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I watched a few embarrassing clips of soldiers “marching”. They weren’t even marching in step. Was this malicious compliance? I also read reports that there were plenty of hotel rooms at normal rates and only about 20,000 attended. Small cities had 20,000 show […]

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A group of people seated, with a focus on a man looking like he’s trying to squeeze one out in a suit with a red tie, looking down. Beside him sits a woman in a light-colored outfit. Others in the background appear to be watching an event, with some holding small flags
June 16, 2025 at 3:13 AM
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CPR Instructions
CPR Instructions BLAME SOMEONE The victim is YOU did thist hurt. Use your finger to assign blame. Shame the person until he or she feels adequately guilty. CHECK TO SEE IF NIPPLES ARE HARD If not, rub forehead until proper nipple tension is achieved. KISS SENSUALLY The victim is unconscious. Now's your chance! APPLY CAPRI-SUN STRAW TO NECK This is important. Just do it. JUSE HAND TO REHARDEN NIPPLES Don't let those puppies get soft! Optional: squeeze Capri-Sun liquid into victim's mouth. PICTURE LIFE TOGETHER As life leaves body, picture how great your life together could have been. The flavor explosion may revive him. Once dead, feel free to enjoy any remaining Capri-Sun liquid
June 10, 2025 at 9:08 PM
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@evoterra @dangillmor here’s my pinned post on Bluesky.
May 24, 2025 at 2:33 AM
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#Eurovision bingo card for those that will be watching.
A bingo card themed for the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 featuring various scenarios and phrases related to performances and common occurrences during the event. The card is organized into a 5x5 grid, with each cell containing humorous or notable elements like "Sequ
May 15, 2025 at 4:33 AM
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All hail Pope McPopeFace. The Eucharist will be replaced with deep dish pizza and Old Style will replace sacramental wine.

Best of all before popehood, he told JD Vance to go piss up a rope.
May 8, 2025 at 7:45 PM
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Anyone missing a front bumper?

It looks happy though.
A red car bumper is resting on a concrete sidewalk next to a street. In the background, there are sparse palm trees and a building with signage partially visible.
May 4, 2025 at 4:43 AM
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RIP Val Kilmer
Pic of Val as Doc Holliday “I’ll be your huckleberry.”
April 2, 2025 at 4:15 AM
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@ai6yr there’s a lovely mural in Tulsa on the side of the Woody Guthrie Museum. Ignore the selfie.
A man with glasses and a plaid shirt poses in front of a large mural depicting a musician playing guitar. The mural features the text "THIS LAND IS YOUR LAND" prominently. The background shows a cloudy sky and urban architecture.
February 23, 2025 at 4:14 AM
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I thought Nazis were good at making the trains run on time.

#flytheunsafeskies #faa

https://bsky.app/profile/newsjennifer.bsky.social/post/3lid4sp4oaj2l
February 17, 2025 at 6:18 PM