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dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
@dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
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NH based amateur photographer specializing in nature photography and fantastical, authentic, empowering portraits. LGBTQIA+ positive and gender affirming. I strive to be trauma informed and a safe space. Teacher during working hours
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dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
It's not enough to touch moss right now, I need to lay down on it.
#fantasyphotography #nhphotographer #portraitphotography #photographysky
A dark photo of a woman laying on green moss, her arm stretched up and resting on the moss beside her head A dark photo of a woman laying on moss, her hand is relaxed and in focus in the foreground A dark photo of a woman laying on moss, holding a clear crystal ball in front of her face, she looks at the crystal, face relaxed A woman laying on a bed of moss in the dark forest, she holds a crystal ball in front of half her face, gazing into it.
August 4, 2025 at 7:55 PM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
It feels pointless to create during all of this. But people keep saying to hold on to hope. So this is me holding on. Donating where I can, checking on neighbors, growing food, creating. Resisting.
#selfportrait #portrait #photography #photosky #fantasy #fantasyphotography #nh #nature
A photo of a woman in the forest surrounded by ferns, her arm held aloft and covered by a sheer fabric. Ethereal sunlight through the trees and highlighting her A black and white photo of a woman in the forest surrounded by ferns, her arm held aloft and covered by a sheer fabric. Ethereal sunlight through the trees and highlighting her
July 22, 2025 at 1:40 AM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
Um… this extends current positions for an entire year. It’s not just moving the elections few months out, it’s moving them to 2
November 2026. I don’t even live in Miami but we should be alarmed about this right?
Source in comments
#miamielections #thisisatest #localpolitics #miami #florida
Screenshot of news article reporting Miami is canceling city elections until November 2025
July 2, 2025 at 5:08 PM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
A walk in the woods amidst chaos
#nh #theshire #hiking #wander #nhphotography #artsky #photogaphysky
A black and white photo of a river in the forest. Sunlight breaks through the trees and is broken up by a mist
June 25, 2025 at 1:16 PM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
Sometimes you stumble into another world
#fantasy #lotr #newhampshire #hiking
June 19, 2025 at 12:26 AM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
An adorable red eft, out for a stroll in the rain. (Sound on for rain)
#hiking #rain #nh #forestcore #hobbitlife
May 5, 2025 at 12:17 AM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
Went to the Dagobah system today (aka local bog). Showed the 4yo Luke’s intense training sequence, they wondered how much yoda actually weighed (both the puppet and from a cannon story standpoint). @markhamillofficial.bsky.social any chance you could help out?
#starwarsday #maythefourthbewithyou
A lush green bog with a boardwalk, white cedar trees and pine trees and tons of moss.
May 4, 2025 at 10:46 PM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
I felt like I could breathe today
#forest #hobbitcore #lotr #hiking #spring #newengland
A photo of a flowing stream, with large rocks and lots of moss A photo of a mossy bog full of sticks and tree stumps A photo of the forest floor, full of pine needles, moss and sticks. Sunlight streams through the trees and a brook is in the background of the photo
May 2, 2025 at 12:17 AM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
Share a moment of joy
#forest #hiking #spring #newengland
May 2, 2025 at 12:14 AM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
The Hearth is waking up. I'm hoping for lots and lots of #mushrooms this year. The "brook" nearby is a roaring river right now.
#Photography #spring #hiking #naturephotography
A photo of a stone fireplace and small chimney in the middle of the woods. Snow melts on the ground uncovering moss
April 10, 2025 at 3:02 PM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
Reasons I walk/hike:
-mental health (begrudgingly)
-physical health (also begrudgingly)
- because we will need to in the apocalypse
-photo opportunities
-moss and rocks
-to get to Mordor
The app is Fantasy Hike
#lotr #hiking #mentalhealth #forestcore
Screenshot of an app that displays a fantasy map and a journey. Day 178, 198 miles walked
April 9, 2025 at 11:42 PM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
Look Down Series (tiny friend edition)
I hike like a Hobbit: slow and steady, plenty of stops for snacks and laying on the ground for photos. It's obnoxious if you care about where we're going.
#lotr #fantasy #hiking #photography #naturephotography straight out of #booksky
A small spider waves with one leg while perched on a green fern, a sunburst and tall trees in the background A photo of a friendly garter snake, laying across a leaf littered path, staring at a green leaf. A photo of a small brown frog on a green branch A photo of a Rosy Maple Moth, lacking much of its normal bright colors (pink and yellow), on a dark green fern.
April 9, 2025 at 8:30 PM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
Find joy in things and with people who help you remember what it truly is to be #human
#photography #booksky #joy #portrait
A black and white photo of a woman in a white dress with dark flowing hair, standing against a wall with wisteria flowers cascading down A photo of a smiling woman in a white dress with dark flowing hair, a high cut in the dress exposing her leg and a red shoe, standing against a wall with wisteria flowers cascading down A photo of a woman in a white dress with dark flowing hair, standing against a wall with purple wisteria flowers cascading down. She is pictured with a contagious smile, eyes shut, mid-laugh. A black and white photo of a woman in a white dress with dark flowing hair, standing against a wall with wisteria flowers cascading down
April 9, 2025 at 7:50 PM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
Spring means planning more #fantasy photoshoots.
#romantasy #portraitphotography #photography
A black and white photo of a woman wearing a mask and fluffy black dress standing dramatically in a garden A black and white photo of a woman wearing a mask and fluffy black dress standing dramatically in a garden A black and white photo of a woman wearing a mask and fluffy black dress standing dramatically in a garden A black and white photo of a woman wearing a mask and fluffy black dress standing dramatically in a garden
March 26, 2025 at 11:50 PM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
I am a #hobbit and I will hike out of spite
March 18, 2025 at 11:46 PM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
Any other #hobbithikers out there? Hiking for the views and moss, slow and steady with snack and photo breaks? Sticking to a tough trail out of sheer spite? Literally the only reason I finished this icy trail today was sheer spite
#hobbit #lotr #romantasy #fantasy #spite
An icy trail in the woods An icy trail in the woods along a moss covered stone wall A fallen log beside an icy trail with a massive puddle my foot went right in A picture of hiking boots, one very wet, standing on top of an icy/snowy trail
March 18, 2025 at 11:44 PM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
The rainbow was a paid actor.
#photography #plants #spring #flowershop
A photo of a purple, blue and white flowered plant sits in foreground, covered in raindrops, a faded rainbow in the background to the left A photo of an orange and yellow flowered plant, a rainbow in the background looks like it's cascading into a flower
March 9, 2025 at 3:24 PM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
Part of my "Look Down" Series
Still looking for places to sell prints if anyone has suggestions :)
#hiking #forestcore #fungi #photography #romantasy #newhampshire #blueskyartshow #mushroom
photo of green fern on a mossy forest floor, a red amanita mushroom comes out of a tree trunk A photo of a couple of orange capped mushrooms on a forest floor A green chonky acorn with cap on a brown forest floor in the sunlight, green fern in the foreground four red capped mushrooms on a brown forest floor at the base of a tree with green lichen on it
March 9, 2025 at 2:01 PM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
Empathy is not a weakness.
#ece #resist #gobacktopreschool #legallyblonde #empathy
Legally blonde meme with Elle Woods and trash bag ex Warner. Warner says “you practice empathy?” Elle’s panel says “what, like it’s hard?”
March 8, 2025 at 2:18 PM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
Hiked 2 miles to return to the Hearth, only to realize I forgot my battery for my camera. When I got home, I didn’t feel refreshed or calm like I used to. Honestly I didn’t think I would, but knew I had to hike anyway.
#photography #nh #hiking #fantasy #resist
A stone fireplace in the woods, covered in snow A close up of A stone fireplace in the woods, covered in snow
March 6, 2025 at 12:49 AM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
I’ve gotten this before on indeed but in the past it has been for general agent type things, not specifically teachers/how I could “hone classroom management skills” etc. these positions are in most states. Maybe I’m overthinking this
#gov #fbi #teaching
“The transition from teaching to special agent is more than a career move—it’s an opportunity to upskill and become an expert in your field. At the FBI, you won’t just use your education leadership experience; you’ll also build on it by working on cases that challenge you to think critically, adapt quickly, and collaborate with elite professionals tackling national security threats. Your ability to uncover crucial information, problem-solve, and apply your technical knowledge will help protect our nation from cyberattacks, terrorism, fraud, and evolving threats.” “With specialized training, real-world investigative experience, and access to cutting-edge technology, you’ll refine your lesson planning and classroom management skills, enhance your expertise, and develop the foundation to become a leader in your field. The Bureau matches your dedication with a commitment to professional growth, a supportive work environment, and a robust benefits package that prioritizes you. Set yourself apart. Apply today.” “MAJOR DUTIES Plan and conduct investigations of potential violations of federal laws, cybersecurity, and public safety. Exercise judgment, resourcefulness, and versatility in meeting investigative demands. Create and maintain effective liaison relationships with federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and international law enforcement agencies. Maintain a level of physical fitness to ensure the readiness required to perform law enforcement duties.” “Work location: on the road”
March 2, 2025 at 1:05 AM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
Tweet from Elon stating “There is a shortage of top notch air traffic controllers. If you have retired, but are open to returning to work, please consider doing so. 10:39 AM 02/27/2025”
February 28, 2025 at 12:32 AM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
Hey friends, I could use some suggestions for the best place/way to sell prints online, thank you! This was taken at The Farm at Wolf Pine Hollow in NH in 2024
#tulips #photography #newhampshire #naturephotography
A warm picture of a field of cotton candy pink tulips
February 22, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Oo someone posted this! Changed my settings and giving it a try
Post stating importance of alt text and that you can enable reminder by going to settings>accessibility>require alt text before posting
February 20, 2025 at 5:27 PM
dashofwhimsy.bsky.social
Fun fact: butterflies sometimes land on scat and extract the water and minerals. This is kind of what life feels like to me right now, there’s some beauty still…but feels like it’s on a mountain of 💩 #nh #butterflies #resist #hope
February 17, 2025 at 12:11 AM