Michele Issel
isselwrites.bsky.social
Michele Issel
@isselwrites.bsky.social
An aspiring renaissance naturalist, literary writer, spiritual being, and lover of science.
Seems ironic to me that the National Day of Spain is the day before the US Indigenous Peoples Day....
October 12, 2025 at 4:09 PM
For my data loving, bird loving, dark sky loving friends.....North Carolina - BirdCast Migration Dashboard share.google/gKm1sLEfNKim...
North Carolina - BirdCast Migration Dashboard
Explore nightly migration data in your region
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August 26, 2025 at 7:22 PM
My interest in edible plants began with reading this 1943 children's book when I was little. My interest deepened and widened with age and experience
July 18, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Is the opposite of 'woke' asleep?
May 24, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Spring ephemerals are blooming ~ Hepatica (liverwort) and oak tree catkins. Get out there now, they will be gone soon.
March 25, 2025 at 1:05 PM
A concrete example of the harm from this administration. Full disclosure: Jamie was one of my doctoral students. We need to stand up for science.
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March 25, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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We'll commit to a slice 🥧

Happy Pi Day!
March 14, 2025 at 5:27 PM
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WHERE WILL YOU BE ON MARCH 7TH!?

Head to www.standupforscience2025.org/local-event-information/ or the link in our bio to find your closest event—or add one if you're hosting one!

#standupforscience2025
March 2, 2025 at 2:04 AM
Thoughtful analysis. substack.com/@snyder/note...
Five Failures in the Oval Office (video)
America hurt itself badly today.
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March 1, 2025 at 12:56 AM
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February 28, 2025 at 8:58 PM
The behavior of Trump today towards Zelenski was astoundingly scary. Encourage your Senators and Congressional reps to have the courage to stand up to protect our democracy and world peace.
February 28, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Okay, I’ve grown tired of listening to whining and reading long expositions on what is wrong in our nation. I want to move from assessment to action, so I keep asking: What can I do? What can we do?

Possible answers in no particular order:
February 19, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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Indian Health Services lost 850 employees today as part of the 5200 people HHS let go.
The US government owes Native people access to good healthcare. Today our country reneged on our promises to them once again.
February 15, 2025 at 4:01 AM
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What do you do with your anger? #RichardRohr and #BrianMcLaren invite you to an online event to learn how the contemplative path offers hope and guidance for these troubling times. Learn more at tinyurl.com/fs496nw5
February 12, 2025 at 4:38 PM
First day of Master Naturalist program.
January 31, 2025 at 1:42 AM
My creative nonfiction essay has been released. It reflects my joy and experiences

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Visitors to Her Garden - Image Journal
When I introduce myself, they generally reply with a greeting and their names, not that any of us think we will remember the names. But our politeness turns us from strangers into temporary acquaintan...
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January 14, 2025 at 12:57 AM
Because these plants are for sale for doesn't mean they deserve space in your garden.
The damages of Invasive plants are often very hidden. They may look harmless but in reality they have hidden impacts on our habitat and our feathered friends. 3 invasive plants to eliminate: Nandina, Japanese Honeysuckle & Privet.

#CelebratingBeakWeek #Louisiana
January 12, 2025 at 5:31 PM
The sound of ice melting. Feel somehow poetic.
January 11, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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Don't wait until a disaster strikes. Always have a go-bag ready, no matter where you live. APHA's Get Ready campaign recommends these 5 essentials.
January 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM